Running Analysis
Running analysis is a comprehensive biomechanical evaluation that examines how you run to identify movement patterns associated with injury, pain, and reduced performance. Whether you are a recreational runner, marathoner, or competitive athlete, a running analysis can help uncover the underlying causes of recurring injuries and improve running efficiency.
At Movement Performance Institute (MPI), we use high-speed video and an instrumented treadmill to provide objective measurements of your running mechanics. Unlike visual observation alone, this technology allows us to quantify movement patterns that may contribute to excessive stress on the joints and soft tissues.
Many common running injuries, including patellofemoral pain (runner's knee), iliotibial (IT) band syndrome, shin splints, stress fractures, Achilles tendinopathy, and plantar fasciitis are influenced by running biomechanics. By identifying inefficient or compensatory movement patterns early, we can develop targeted strategies to reduce injury risk and improve performance.
During your evaluation, we assess key aspects of running mechanics, including joint motion, loading patterns, symmetry, and other biomechanical variables shown to influence running efficiency and injury risk. Following your assessment, you will receive a written report explaining your findings, along with individualized recommendations that may include gait retraining, therapeutic exercise, strength training, footwear guidance, or other interventions based on your specific needs.
Running analysis may benefit individuals who:
• Experience recurring running injuries or pain while running
• Are returning to running after an injury or surgery
• Want to improve running efficiency and performance
• Are interested in reducing injury risk
Running Analysis
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This analysis is intended for recreational and competitive runners who experience pain while running. Running evaluations also are performed for those who want to improve running efficiency or to identify biomechanical tendencies that may result in future injury. Further testing such as strength, flexibility, and joint range of motion may be performed to determine the cause(s) of any noted movement impairments.