Biomechanic Assessments/Lower Limb
A biomechanical assessment involves an examination of the lower limbs, looking at their structure, alignment, strengths and weaknesses.
The foot is a complex structure of 28 different bones, 214 ligaments and 38 muscles, bearing our body weight as we walk every day.
The examination is not focused simply upon the foot but includes the pelvis, legs and knees, assessing the relationship between them. It is important to examine the lower limbs as a whole because they are closely connected and pain in one area can be due to a weakness or structural problem in another area.
The foot is a complex structure of 28 different bones, 214 ligaments and 38 muscles, bearing our body weight as we walk every day.
The examination is not focused simply upon the foot but includes the pelvis, legs and knees, assessing the relationship between them. It is important to examine the lower limbs as a whole because they are closely connected and pain in one area can be due to a weakness or structural problem in another area.
What happens during a biomechanical assessment?
Glenn will take you through an assessment including certain foot and knee exercises to assess function, structure, balance and power. Looking at how the body works during normal function.
There are many different types of recommended paths following a biomechanical assessment, depending upon your results. For people who have displayed potential structural or movement problems or mechanics, you could be advised on either strenghening exercises or referral to a podiatrist. Sometimes even simple changes such as wearing trainers designed for your gait or wearing insoles can be very effective.
Glenn will take you through an assessment including certain foot and knee exercises to assess function, structure, balance and power. Looking at how the body works during normal function.
There are many different types of recommended paths following a biomechanical assessment, depending upon your results. For people who have displayed potential structural or movement problems or mechanics, you could be advised on either strenghening exercises or referral to a podiatrist. Sometimes even simple changes such as wearing trainers designed for your gait or wearing insoles can be very effective.
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