| Gait Analysis 12:31 - May 22 with 3272 views | LoftusR |
And not the garden type!!
I've had foot problems for a few years that have required surgery ect.
The problems haven't really gone away so I was advised to do a full gait analysis. This is where they stick sensors down you back and video you walking / running as well as walking on a pressure pad so they can see your foot loading.
Well I got the results today. Basically it appears I'm falling apart. For starters I have one leg shorter than the other (who knew!!) As well as foot pronation, muscle wastage and hip misalignment. Apparently this can all be help by the use of shoe inserts and specialist physio.
My question is whether anyone else and had this done and did the physio and inserts work? Or is this a very good way of getting me to spend 1000's pounds on very expensive treatment, inserts and shoes? |  | | |  |
| Gait Analysis on 12:37 - May 22 with 3222 views | DannyPaddox |
Welcome to the board Jake Clarke-Salter. |  | | |
| Gait Analysis on 12:42 - May 22 with 3193 views | LoftusR |
| Gait Analysis on 12:37 - May 22 by DannyPaddox |
Welcome to the board Jake Clarke-Salter. |
Well that made me laugh. | | | |
| Gait Analysis on 12:52 - May 22 with 3169 views | nix |
Might be cheaper to do some Pilates. I had a twisted pelvis and but the exercises you do with Pilates have sorted it out. I don't get sciatica any more and my sacroiliac issues are sorted. My posture is much better too. It strengthens the muscles that support the skeleton as well as making sure you're in alignment. You also become aware of where your body is in space, proprioception, which helps you to become aware of when you are out of alignment. If your body is aligned you are not going to stand incorrectly on your feet and cause issues. If you decide to do a class, make sure it's with a Pilates teacher rather than a fitness coach who knows some Pilates though. You want someone who is going to be very precise about how you are supposed to do the exercises and where you position yourself during the exercises.
Another thing I've heard good things about is the Feldenkrais method. That's all about improving how your body functions. I haven't experienced it myself but people say it's amazing. |  | | |
| Gait Analysis on 12:54 - May 22 with 3159 views | hantssi |
I had a similar but much less intrusive thing done when I bought “proper” running shoes for the one and only time years ago, they put “wedges” in to align my feet properly.
Not sure how well they worked as I’m not much of a runner.
I’ve also had my feet “Shrink wrapped” once to had a pair of ski boots fitted!
That must have worked as they are about as comfortable as it’s possible for ski boots to be!
But in answer to your question, I’d go for it if it’s going to help over the years. | | | |
| Gait Analysis on 12:56 - May 22 with 3145 views | BrianMcCarthy |
I'd take it very slowly, Loftus.
A good physio or podiastrist will do the same gait analysis by eye, and for a lot cheaper too.
The bad news, however, is that loads of them are poor, inexperienced and/or gougers. I must have seen hundreds of athletes go for treatment, spend hundreds on orthotics and come out worse or end up just throwing the orthotics away.
Went myself last year as I'd done a lot of nerve damage in my foot and was advised well. The physio changed my walk slightly and it solved everything. I was lucky I'd met a good one.
I would spend a few weeks ringing everyone you know until you're happy you're going to the best person possible. With good advice, good exercises and pateince and dedication on your part you might end up with success, and save yourself a mint into the bargain.
Hope that helps. |  |
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| Gait Analysis on 12:57 - May 22 with 3119 views | DannyPaddox |
I had plantar fasciitis. Inflammation of the tendon/ ligament that runs from the heel to the toes ie. the sole of the foot. It takes a long time to clear up but it did eventually and I’m back out running. It was probably brought on originally by wearing running shoes that were just a tad too small. I’ve found with any kind of injury if you get into the routine of doing the physio it will be hugely beneficial. For plantar the goal was to build the calf muscles up which takes the work-load off the foot. Boots (the chemist) also sell these ankle socks with a rubber cushioning in the heel. If you’ve had plantar fasciitis these are a god-send as though not a serious injury it can be effing painful. Hope you get those plates sorted LoftusR. | | | |
| Gait Analysis on 13:05 - May 22 with 3054 views | TheChef |
Just wondered but doesn't everyone have legs that are a slightly different length? |  |
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| Gait Analysis on 13:19 - May 22 with 2999 views | Watford_Ranger |
Not an expert by any means but I’ve found doing a lot of slow walking has really helped me with various toe, knee and back issues I’ve had since tearing my ACL a few years ago. Trying to do 15k steps on weekdays and 25k on weekends/bank hols which is a lot but it’s massively helped after making things worse to begin with. | | | |
| Gait Analysis on 13:51 - May 22 with 2899 views | colinallcars |
| Gait Analysis on 12:57 - May 22 by DannyPaddox |
I had plantar fasciitis. Inflammation of the tendon/ ligament that runs from the heel to the toes ie. the sole of the foot. It takes a long time to clear up but it did eventually and I’m back out running. It was probably brought on originally by wearing running shoes that were just a tad too small. I’ve found with any kind of injury if you get into the routine of doing the physio it will be hugely beneficial. For plantar the goal was to build the calf muscles up which takes the work-load off the foot. Boots (the chemist) also sell these ankle socks with a rubber cushioning in the heel. If you’ve had plantar fasciitis these are a god-send as though not a serious injury it can be effing painful. Hope you get those plates sorted LoftusR. |
I bought a little roller from Amazon for faciitis, I just roll my foot over it whilst listening to music.
It stretches the muscles in foot and lower leg. Excellent results. |  | | |
| Gait Analysis on 14:38 - May 22 with 2853 views | DannyPaddox |
| Gait Analysis on 13:51 - May 22 by colinallcars |
I bought a little roller from Amazon for faciitis, I just roll my foot over it whilst listening to music.
It stretches the muscles in foot and lower leg. Excellent results. |
That’s a top tip. I was using a golf ball, rolling my foot right over the spot. People I know who use rollers either for injury or to prevent injury swear by them. A mate of mine has this electrical thing to massage the muscles. I can only describe it as looking like a black and decker sex-toy. He brought it to the pub after a few of us had ran a half marathon. By the end of the evening we were fighting over who’s turn it was to use it next. | | | |
| Gait Analysis on 14:42 - May 22 with 2848 views | DubaiR |
This seems like a good place to ask.
I had a double Gastroc release (calf lengthening) in November as had next to no movement. The op went well and gained 15 degrees (pointing toes towards chest).
The issue is left one settled great. Right one still feels like pulling when play football or run. I was advised it is scar tissue and could take up to two years to settle down.
Anyone got any good advice please? |  | | |
| Gait Analysis on 15:02 - May 22 with 2818 views | Boston |
| Gait Analysis on 13:19 - May 22 by Watford_Ranger |
Not an expert by any means but I’ve found doing a lot of slow walking has really helped me with various toe, knee and back issues I’ve had since tearing my ACL a few years ago. Trying to do 15k steps on weekdays and 25k on weekends/bank hols which is a lot but it’s massively helped after making things worse to begin with. |
Flat surfaces, right? | |
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| Gait Analysis on 15:33 - May 22 with 2753 views | BrianMcCarthy |
| Gait Analysis on 14:42 - May 22 by DubaiR |
This seems like a good place to ask.
I had a double Gastroc release (calf lengthening) in November as had next to no movement. The op went well and gained 15 degrees (pointing toes towards chest).
The issue is left one settled great. Right one still feels like pulling when play football or run. I was advised it is scar tissue and could take up to two years to settle down.
Anyone got any good advice please? |
Sorry, Dubai. That's a new one on me.
If you're stuck, PM me. I can ask some friends who're physios. | |
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| Gait Analysis on 15:43 - May 22 with 2737 views | StevenageRanger |
Who done the test? I went to see a podiatrist once as do a fair bit of running. They prescribed custom insoles. I have spoke to a few other runners and get the sense that any visit will end with a 'prescription' of custom insoles!
I purchased mine at a cost of c£100, didnt make a scrap of difference, binned them after 6 months and went back to the supplied insoles that come with trainers. Issue went away with time.
Not saying that won't help some people but if you are an expert in feet and 'sell' custom insoles then I am sure everyone could have a custom pair made that would 'help'  | | | |
| Gait Analysis on 16:47 - May 22 with 2668 views | HAYESBOY |
Has inserts years ago diagnosed for an Achilles heal issue. Thought they were talking bollx, but it worked.
Waiting for a physio app at Hillingdon Hosp for back spasms which is now nearly 8 months!
Might mention this Gait thingy if I get to see a physio. |  |
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| Gait Analysis on 17:18 - May 22 with 2627 views | BklynRanger |
I had plantar fascitis, and knee tendonopathy -basically if you think of your knee tendons as a bunch of spaghetti some of the bunch was a bit twisted.
Had a few sessions with a physio but in the end I switched to low impact stuff at the gym. Ellipticals etc. Would like to get running again but am still thankful to be able to exercise.
Anyway if orthotics is one of the potential solutions you might want to experiment with these first, see if you notice an improvement. I use them and never actually bothered with custom shoes - not saying they wouldn't be slightly better of course, but the physio said these were the best non-bespoke ones.
https://amzn.eu/d/dMpg8xe |  | | |
| Gait Analysis on 17:26 - May 22 with 2617 views | stevec |
| Gait Analysis on 14:38 - May 22 by DannyPaddox |
That’s a top tip. I was using a golf ball, rolling my foot right over the spot. People I know who use rollers either for injury or to prevent injury swear by them. A mate of mine has this electrical thing to massage the muscles. I can only describe it as looking like a black and decker sex-toy. He brought it to the pub after a few of us had ran a half marathon. By the end of the evening we were fighting over who’s turn it was to use it next. |
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| Gait Analysis on 17:38 - May 22 with 2602 views | LoftusR |
| Gait Analysis on 15:43 - May 22 by StevenageRanger |
Who done the test? I went to see a podiatrist once as do a fair bit of running. They prescribed custom insoles. I have spoke to a few other runners and get the sense that any visit will end with a 'prescription' of custom insoles!
I purchased mine at a cost of c£100, didnt make a scrap of difference, binned them after 6 months and went back to the supplied insoles that come with trainers. Issue went away with time.
Not saying that won't help some people but if you are an expert in feet and 'sell' custom insoles then I am sure everyone could have a custom pair made that would 'help' |
I did the test at the London podiatry centre. The test and subsequent analysis seemed very comprehensive. The test was £80. They have suggested custom insoles will fix some issues but other issues will need to have physio / Pilates. The insoles range from over the counter one for £20 / £30 up to £300 for bespoke long life inserts ( they suggest these would last up to 10 years).
As others have said physio / Pilates can be a bit hit and miss. They have suggested a specialist foot / gait physio. A quick Google search looks ok.
As per my OP comes down to how much money I want to spend but just trying to guage if this is smoke and mirrors as some have suggested or really beneficial as others have said. | | | |
| Gait Analysis on 17:41 - May 22 with 2598 views | EastR |
| Gait Analysis on 15:33 - May 22 by BrianMcCarthy |
Sorry, Dubai. That's a new one on me.
If you're stuck, PM me. I can ask some friends who're physios. |
Didn't realise there were physios who did happy endings too  | |
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