3D Gait Running Analysis
"An MRI of how you run"
You have most likely heard of a running gait analysis. What exactly is this? Your gait is simply how you walk and run – the biomechanical movement of your body
We see runners all the time with a history of aches and pains triggered by running that can prevent them from performing as their best, this may be related to the way that you run. A running gait analysis can help identify any possible concerns.
NK Active is one of the first to use 3D gait analysis in clinical practice and the only clinic in Hampshire to have Run3D. 3D running gait analysis is a state-of-the-art diagnostics tool that uses 3D motion cameras and sensors to scientifically analyse the way you run so no more guessing on what you think is happening.
You may have a history of a foot or knee issue on running, but it may be a hip-driven problem, a 3D running gait analysis can help give you the answers.
We can look at the effects of different scenarios, a difference in running speeds, the effects of different shoes, or even without your insoles. New research has also shown we can also simulate the effects of fatigue on your running.
It is the same technology used to make films like "Planet of the Apes".
Unlock the secrets of your stride with our professional running gait analysis for a smoother, more effective, and injury-resistant running experience.
The process
With all our runners MOT services it starts with getting to know you as a runner.
Next, we marker you up with 39 reflective markers from hip to foot and build a lower limb skeleton of you. You are given time to get used to the treadmill before we start to collect the data, 18,000 bits of data each time!
This may include different speeds, different shoes, with or without insoles (orthoses) or even connecting you to a heart rate strap to monitor what happens as you get fatigued. We can directly compare the 2 different scenarios all on one report.
The data is real-life feedback that can highlight balance issues, muscle weakness, increased motion in a certain area, or an error in your technique – all of which can help us build your personalised plan. We often do the running gait analysis with strength testing, which is covered in our runners elite MOT
Fatigue testing
Our fatigue running gait analysis is perfect for those runners who run 10 miles or more at once. Our protocol is based on the work from Dr Emma Cowely and her PhD work. Using a heart rate strap and keeping the heart rate at least 140bpm for 30min, we collect data at the start and then 30min later
There is a £60 extra charge for the fatigue testing
Is it for me?
Not everyone will need a 3D running gait analysis, sometimes the 18,000 bits of data it provides is over kill. However, runners who have a history of on-and-off injuries or multiple injuries down one side of the lower limb can really benefit from a 3D Gait analysis.
It can also be very helpful to try and understand how you react to different scenarios as we all react differently.
Video of the process
The 3D gait analysis is only avaliable at our Romsey clinic, however it is possible transport it for a day of testing and screening for teams as requried.
We have made a video below of the process