Gait Analysis
Comprehensive Gait Analysis at Our Biomechanics Clinic
Understanding how you move is key to resolving foot pain and preventing injuries. At Active Feet, our in-depth gait analysis service provides crucial insights into your unique biomechanics. We meticulously assess your walking and running patterns to identify underlying issues affecting your feet, ankles, knees, hips, and even your back.
The Role of Biomechanics and Orthotics
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Our highly skilled podiatrists specialize in biomechanics and orthotics. This means we don’t just look at the symptoms; we investigate the root cause of your discomfort. Through precise gait analysis, we can diagnose conditions related to abnormal foot function, inefficient movement, or imbalances throughout your lower limbs.
Advanced Assessment and Custom Orthotic Solutions
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As a leading orthotic clinic, we utilise state-of-the-art technology to conduct comprehensive assessments. This detailed analysis allows our podiatrists to determine if custom foot orthoses are required to correct your biomechanical imbalances.
We offer a range of solutions, including cutting-edge 3D printed orthotics, which are custom-designed to perfectly support your feet. Whether you’re an athlete needing sport orthotics for performance and injury prevention, or simply looking for relief from everyday discomfort, we provide bespoke, private orthotic solutions tailored to your specific needs.
Your Trusted Biomechanics Clinic in Scotland
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Active Feet is proud to be one of the premier biomechanics clinics serving patients not only in Edinburgh and Haddington but also from across Scotland. Our commitment to providing exceptional gait analysis and custom foot orthoses ensures you receive the best possible care for your foot and lower limb health. Contact us today to book your gait analysis and take the first step towards lasting comfort and improved mobility.
Specialist Running Gait Analysis
It’s common for even the smallest of foot injuries to significantly impact the way we move over time. The subtle change in walking or running mechanics when experiencing foot pain can cause a chain reaction of alterations to your posture and movement. This often leads to aches and pains resulting from unnatural running and walking techniques. When receiving running gait analysis in Edinburgh, our podiatrists can help you determine the specific biomechanical issuesthat started the problem, and work with you to devise a plan to ensure this does not become a recurring injury, keeping you running strong.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is included in my 3D Biomechanical Assessment?
Biomechanics is the study and analysis of gait and human movement. Here at Active Feet we observe patients for any alterations in the optimum sequence of events between the foot, the lower limb, and the rest of the body during the walking (running, cycling, skiing etc) phase. Deviations from the optimum, can lead to heel pain, foot strain, ankle, knee, hip, lower back and neck pain.
During your assessment we use the latest technology to collect data and provide the most detailed biomechanical analysis available within minutes and assists in involving you in your assessment.
With the help of orthotic devices, we can help you to walk, run and Live the Life you Love without pain. Suitably qualified professionals like us are best placed to advise you on these issues, and because we are not a ‘retailer’ the patient is always our first priority. We only offer advice based on a clinical need, not a sales target.
- If you plan on attending for a biomechanical examination please remember to bring;
- Your favourite/everyday shoes
- Your clean running/sports shoes. If you decide to run barefoot please bring socks for running in.
- Any previous/old orthoses
- A pair of shorts or leggings
At the end of your assessment a full written report will be made available to you, which will include all findings and may include copies of images taken as part of the assessment.
What are Orthotics?
After your Foot pain and injury assessment or 3D gait analysis your podiatrist may suggest that you would benefit from wearing an orthotic.
Orthotics are prescription insoles which stabilise the foot holding it in the ideal position. Re-positioning the foot alters the angles at which the foot strikes the surface. Wearing orthotics can improve corns and calluses, ankle sprains and knee, hip and back pain.
At Active Feet we work with numerous manufacturers that will supply custom orthotics to ensure that you have exactly what you need to get you back to Living the Life You Love.
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How to book?
You can book by telephone 0131 629 2029/01620 825570 or online via the Book a consultation button on our website and also via our Facebook page.
You can also send us an email and we will get back to you as soon as possible hello@active-feet.co.uk
How long is an appointment?
Appointment times vary depending on what treatment you are receiving.
As a new patient your first appointment will take approximately 45 minutes. This allows us to do a full assessment and establish your individual foot care needs.
Going forward, a standard routine appointment lasts up to 30 minutes, depending on what your specific requirements are, this will vary.
We are happy to discuss your individual requirements via telephone or email.
Where can I find you?
Morningside
We are based at 61-63 Morningside Road, Edinburgh EH10 4AZ. With meter parking 100m from the clinic for up to 1 hour or on the surrounding side streets for longer time periods. Please check the signs to confirm available parking times.
Haddington
We are based at 18 Hardgate, Haddington, EH41 3JS. As you come to the end of Market Street, we are located on the left hand side opposite the traffic lights. There is a marked out parking bay outside which allows 90 minutes parking.