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Physiotherapy to analyse how you walk or run, and custom insoles if needed
Gait analysis is a biomechanical examination where our physiotherapists determine how efficiently your body moves when walking or running. Asymmetries or abnormalities in our foot strike and loading pattern can cause joint, muscle, ligament or tendon soreness further up the body in the ankle, knee, hip and back.
The assessment allows our physiotherapists to identify these issues and tailor your treatment plan to get you walking, running or competing pain free, whilst offering the best advice to reduce the risk of future injuries.
Some people may require insoles to correct these abnormalities - we are proud to offer our patients Phits - the world's first high-tech 3D printed insole, specifically designed based on your dynamic gait analysis using Footscan® technology.
Gait analysis can be useful for those who:
An assessment begins with a static scan to look at your posture and weight distribution when standing. If necessary, the system also allows our physiotherapists to monitor your balance and movement efficiency during specific tasks such as squatting and jumping. We then complete a dynamic gait analysis to assess how you walk across the system. For active individuals and runners, we can also provide a running assessment. Footscan® provides a range of visual analysis screens that your physiotherapist will then discuss with you.
Phits 3D Printed Insoles have a starting price of £300 for standard insoles and £350 for sports specific insoles.*
To find out more about gait analysis and Phits insoles at Circle Health, give us a call.
*This is a starting from price and varies by hospital
All patients can refer themselves- there is no need get a GP or consultant referral.
After visiting many specialists in search of help, Maxwell met Mr Nicholas Savva, a consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon specialising in lower limb, foot, and surgery at The Winterbourne Hospital in Dorchester.
It was here he was introduced to our gait analysis technology and Phits orthotics (insoles), available at the hospital’s private physiotherapy clinic. Maxwell describes his experience with us as: “efficient and excellent.”
He was extremely impressed by the knowledge and care provided by his physiotherapist Katie, who helped examine his mobility and a build a tailored exercise programme for Maxwell to perform in sessions and at home.
“Katie examined my feet comprehensively to understand the kind of exercises I required. Her knowledge is exceptional. She understood the features of my injury straight away.
“She went over and above in her care, and even recommended other services which could be of use to me.”
Maxwell admits he wouldn’t go anywhere without his insoles now. They have significantly improved his wellbeing, offering the support and stability he needs to feel confident and happy in himself again.
To find out more about Maxwell's positive experience at The Winterbourne Hospital, read his full story here.
Content reviewed by Circle physiotherapy team in June 2023. Next review due June 2026.
We welcomed Northern Ireland Half Marathon and Marathon Record Holder Stephen Scullion to one of our specialist Gait and Motion Clinics at Hendon Hospital for his Footscan analysis, functional movement screening and Phits 3D Printed Orthotics!