biomechanical assessment

Your feet are the foundations of your skeletal system, and their position and function can have an impact on all the major joints of the body.

What is a Biomechanical Assessment?

A biomechanical assessment, otherwise known as musculoskeletal podiatry, is the assessment of the foot, ankle and lower limbs to determine the cause of muscle and joint dysfunction that arise due to poor postural and dynamic foot function.

At David Brown Podiatry, we carry out biomechanical assessments to establish the cause, and more importantly the treatment plan required to correct poor foot mechanics resulting in:

  • Heel Pain

  • Arch Pain

  • Forefoot Pain

  • Knee Pain

  • Hip Pain

  • Back Pain

Why choose us?

Biomechanical Assessment
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HCPC registered podiatrists

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Private consultations

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Professional service

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Comprehensive assessment

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Evidence based treatment

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Fully insured

What is a gait anaylsis?

When required, gait analysis forms part of our biomechanical assessment.

Gait analysis provides podiatrists with detailed information about a person's walking or running gait. This information can be used to develop a personalised treatment plan that is tailored to the individual's specific needs and goals.

By examining the way someone moves, our podiatrists can detect any abnormalities, such as overpronation, supination, or limb length discrepancy

WHAT TO EXPECT AT

Your appointment

Podiatry Consultation

History

Our MSK (musculoskeletal) practitioner will take a full medical, medication, lifestyle & occupational history to determine whether any of these factors may cause or contribute to your presenting condition. This information is taken during a private consultation and stored on our secure database for your privacy & security.

Podiatry Assessment

Assessment

There are three elements to a biomechanical assessment. Firstly, we assess the ranges of motion of the main joints of your feet, ankle and lower limbs to assess ‘your normal.’ We then assess your posture to visualise the effect your feet have on your skeletal system when standing.
Finally we use 3D Footscan©
technology to analyse your gait (walking / running) and balance.

Podiatry Treatment

Treatment

One we have determined the cause of your condition we advise on the most suitable treatment plan to treat the presenting problem and prevent reoccurrence. Musculoskeletal conditions can be successfully treated by: Modifying lifestyle, sports, footwear; Strengthening & stretching exercises; Orthoses – prescription insoles that redistribute load and prevent repetitive injury; Shockwave and laser therapy that reduce inflammation and promote healing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your assessment fee?

We aim to provide professional, affordable foot care at all times. Our treatment fees therefore reflect the high standard of care we provide. CLICK HERE to view our fees for this service.

What is the cost of the follow-on treatment?

The first step to recovery is understanding the cause of your condition which will be explained to you at the end of your assessment.

In many cases we provide a bespoke stretching / strengthening plan to help you rehabilitate at home. This is included in your assessment fee.

Additional costs may apply if you require any further intervention such as:
Orthoses
Shockwave Therapy
Laser Therapy
MRI /X ray
Or Ultrasound imaging

The cost will be fully explained to you at the end of the consultation. You can always request a free telephone consultation with our podiatrist by calling the clinic on 01942 557100 or sending us an email via our contact form.

Who can receive a biomechanical assessment?

Anyone who is concerned about their musculoskeletal health. There is no age limit to the assessment and the tests are modified to suit the ability of the patient.

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