If you’re experiencing unexplained foot or leg issues, a biomechanical assessment can help identify the cause.
This detailed evaluation examines how your body moves and interacts, allowing your podiatrist to diagnose problems and create a personalised treatment plan.
Whether you’re dealing with pain, discomfort, a leg length discrepancy, or concerns about your child’s development, a biomechanical assessment can help provide the answers you need.
When should you see a podiatrist for a Biomechanical Assessment?
If you’re experiencing unexplained pain in your feet, knees, or lower limbs, a biomechanical assessment can help identify the cause. Common issues linked to mechanical imbalances include:
Addressing these imbalances can prevent further injury and improve movement efficiency. An assessment is also beneficial if you’re planning to increase your activity levels, helping to correct weaknesses and reduce the risk of future pain.
What happens during a Biomechanical Assessment?
During your consultation, the podiatrist will take a detailed history of your condition, followed by a series of visual and hands-on tests to assess your movement and identify any imbalances.
This allows them to provide tailored solutions to reduce discomfort, prevent injury, and enhance mobility.
Some of the testing or examinations that are performed include:
- Joint Range of motion tests
- Tests of muscle strength and control
- Balance and Proprioception tests
- Assessing Foot Posture and alignment
- Visual gait analysis
- Palpation of the affected area
- Posture analysis (Head to Toe review)
- Footwear review and assessment
Applications in Sports and Rehabilitation
Biomechanics plays a key role in sports medicine, helping athletes improve performance and avoid injuries by refining their movement and correcting imbalances.
In rehabilitation, it supports the creation of specific treatment plans for individuals recovering from lower limb injuries, aiding in the restoration of mobility and function.
Biomechanics is a vital foundation of podiatric medicine, providing deep insights into the functioning and structures within the lower limb.
Through thorough assessments and cutting-edge technologies, podiatrists can deliver customised treatments that alleviate discomfort, improve mobility, and enhance foot health.
This holistic approach ensures patients enjoy long-term comfort and better functionality.
To book a biomechanical assessment, please call us on 0451 133 575 or book online into one of our Elite Podiatry Mullaloo or Marmion clinics here.
