At Surrey Foot Service, we take gait analysis to the next level with Run3D & Walk3D, a state-of-the-art system that provides highly accurate, three-dimensional assessments of your movement. Whether you’re managing foot and ankle pain, suffering from running injuries or striving to improve your biomechanics, Run3D offers unparalleled insights into your gait.
What is 3D Gait Analysis?
Run3D & Walk3D are advanced motion capture systems that tracks your movement in real-time, creating a three dimensional model of how your body moves as you walk or run. By using infrared sensors and specialised software, we can capture minute details of your gait that are often missed by traditional methods. This precise data allows us to compare your movement patterns to a database of healthy norms, identifying inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
How does 3D Gait Analysis work?
Marker placement Small reflective markers are placed on key joints and areas of your body, such as your hips, knees, ankles and feet. These markers allow the Run3D system to track your movement with pinpoint accuracy.
3D motion capture You’ll then walk or run on a treadmill while infrared cameras capture the movement of the markers in real-time. The data is processed instantly to create a detailed, three-dimensional model of your gait, showing how your joints and muscles are working together.
Data analysis The captured data is analysed by comparing your movement to a large database of gait patterns. This helps us identify any deviations or inefficiencies in your walking or running style that could be contributing to foot and ankle pain or predisposing you to running injuries.
Who can benefit from 3D Gait Analysis?
Runners / Sportspeople
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced athlete, this detailed analysis can help you optimise your running form, prevent injuries and improve performance.
Those with Chronic pain
If you’re dealing with persistent foot and ankle pain, knee pain or even back pain, we can pinpoint gait issues that may be at the root of the problem.
Post-surgery Rehabilitation
If you’re recovering from surgery or injury, this analysis can help ensure your gait is on the right track as you heal.
Injury Prevention
If you’ve had frequent running injuries or are looking to prevent them, Run3D helps identify subtle gait flaws that can be corrected to reduce injury risk.
Why choose 3D Gait Analysis?
Unmatched Precision Unlike traditional video or observational gait analysis, Run3D & Walk3D use motion capture technology to provide an incredibly detailed look at your movement. It captures even the smallest deviations that might be missed in a standard assessment.
3D Insights for Better Treatment By creating a full 3D model of your gait, we get a complete understanding of how your joints and muscles are interacting during movement. This deeper insight allows us to create highly personalized treatment plans that directly address your unique needs.
Data-Driven Recommendations The analysis is backed by a large database of normative gait patterns, allowing us to identify abnormal movement patterns with precision. This scientific approach ensures that your treatment is both accurate and effective.
Strength and Mobility Testing Alongside the gait analysis, we perform strength and mobility testing to assess your muscle power, flexibility and joint range of motion. This information is crucial for understanding how any weaknesses or stiffness in your muscles or joints might be impacting your gait and causing foot and ankle pain or running injuries.
What happens after 3D Gait Analysis?
Once the 3D Gait Analysis is complete, we’ll review the data with you and explain how your gait patterns could be contributing to any pain or discomfort. Based on the findings, we’ll create a customised treatment plan, which may include:
Gait retraining: Teaching you new ways to walk or run that improve your form and reduce the risk of injury.
Custom orthotics: Designing insoles that support proper foot alignment and correct biomechanical issues.
Strengthening and mobility exercises: Addressing weaknesses or muscle imbalances that affect your gait.
Modification of footwear: Specific advice on your current footwear and suggestions of footwear that will be beneficial to you.
At Surrey Foot Service, 3D Gait Analysis offers the most advanced accurate assessment available giving us the insights needed to develop personalised solutions for your foot and ankle pain, running injuries and performance needs.
