Gait (walking) Analysis @
The Body Lab
This is not just a analyse—it’s a blueprint for better movement.
Gait Analysis – Unlocking the Secrets of How You Move
Discover how a professional gait analysis can improve movement efficiency, reduce pain, and prevent future injuries.
At The Body Lab, we offer comprehensive gait (walking) analysis to assess your movement patterns and uncover hidden imbalances. Whether you’re dealing with foot pain, postural issues, or performance limitations, our detailed assessment will provide actionable insights to enhance the way you move.
Gait analysis can be part of your initial consultation or booked as a stand-alone assessment, depending on your needs.
Why Have a Gait Analysis?
Many movement issues originate from how you walk. A professional gait analysis can help identify:
✔ Foot mechanics dysfunction – Pronation, supination, or flat feet.
✔ Postural imbalances – Hip, knee, or pelvic misalignment.
✔ Recurrent pain or injuries – Plantar fasciitis, shin splints, knee pain, and back discomfort.
✔ Walking efficiency – Poor weight transfer or inefficient push-off mechanics.
✔ Performance enhancement – Optimise movement for better athletic performance or daily activities.
What insights can you gain?
Our gait analysis provides deep insights into:
✔ Foot function in all three planes of motion (sagittal, frontal, transverse).
✔ Weight distribution and balance across both feet.
✔ Pressure mapping via Pressure Plate Technology to determine how force moves through your feet.
✔ Knee, hip, and spinal motion to assess how your entire body moves.
✔ Compensatory movement patterns that may be causing pain or dysfunction.
This information allows us to create a personalised movement plan tailored to your needs.
Differences Between Treadmill and Ground Walking
Many traditional gait analyses are done on a treadmill, but walking on a treadmill is not the same as walking on the ground.
Key Differences:
✔ Treadmill walking creates an artificial gait cycle as the belt moves under your feet.
✔ Ground walking provides a more natural assessment of how you absorb impact, push off, and distribute weight.
✔ At The Body Lab, we assess your movement in real-life conditions to provide an accurate picture of your mechanics..
Differences Between My Analysis and Other Practitioners
At The Body Lab, our gait analysis is unlike the standard assessments offered by many practitioners. Here’s how our approach stands out:
A Whole-Body Approach, Not Just Foot Focused
Many assessments only look at foot movement, but your feet don’t function in isolation—they are part of a bigger system. We assess foot, knee, hip, pelvis, spine, and upper body interactions to understand how your body moves as a whole.
Functional Biomechanics, Not Just Static Testing
Most practitioners focus on static foot posture or isolated movements, whereas our gait analysis evaluates real-world walking mechanics to identify compensations and dysfunctions in motion.
3D Pressure Plate Technology for Deeper Insights
Many clinics rely only on visual assessments, but we combine high-level gait observation with 3D pressure plate technology for a precise breakdown of:
✔ How your weight is distributed through each phase of gait.
✔ Which areas of the foot bear excessive load, potentially causing pain or dysfunction.
✔ Ground reaction forces and how they travel through your body.
Movement-Based Solutions, Never Orthotics
While other practitioners may prescribe orthotics as a first-line solution, our goal is to help your feet move better naturally. We use:
✔ Mobility drills to restore proper foot motion.
✔ Strengthening exercises to build resilience.
✔ Manual therapy to improve joint function.
✔ A personalised movement plan to help you regain control of your gait.
Post-Analysis Support and Individualised Programs
Rather than just giving you a report and sending you on your way, we provide custom rehab plans, movement retraining, and follow-up support to ensure you see long-term improvement.
If you’ve had gait analysis elsewhere but didn’t see results, our advanced, functional approach may be what you need.
How Many Phases Do You Assess in the Gait Analysis?
We break down the gait cycle into six key phases, assessing how each part of your body contributes to movement.
🔹 Heel Strike: Initial Foot contact with the ground and how the rest of the body is managed about it.
🔹 Loading Response: How weight is absorbed through the foot and body and the body load sharing capacity.
🔹 Mid Stance: How the foot stabilises and transfers force midway through the cycle.
🔹 Terminal Stance: The beginning of propulsion.
🔹 Toe Off: The push-off phase, which generates forward movement.
🔹 Swing Phase: How the foot and leg recover for the next step.
Each phase tells us how your body is functioning as a whole and where improvements can be made.
What Do You Do with the Information? How to Use What You Uncover
Your gait analysis is only as valuable as how you use it. Based on our findings, we will:
🔸 Develop an individualised treatment plan – This may include mobility drills, strength work, and targeted exercises.
🔸 Modify movement patterns – Small adjustments in how you walk can reduce pain and improve efficiency.
🔸 Create a performance-based approach – If you’re an athlete or active individual, gait analysis can help optimise your mechanics for improved results.
🔸 Prevent future injuries – Addressing dysfunctional patterns early reduces your risk of ongoing problems.
This is not just a diagnosis—it’s a blueprint for better movement.
How Many Years Have You Been Analysing Gait?
At The Body Lab, we have been analysing and improving movement mechanics for over 15 years.
Founder Riccardo, a specialist in functional biomechanics, movement therapy, and gait assessment, has worked with:
✔ Everyday individuals looking to move pain-free.
✔ Athletes seeking to enhance performance.
✔ People with chronic pain conditions requiring movement correction.
✔ Practitioners and therapists wanting expert guidance on movement mechanics.
With extensive experience in Anatomy in Motion (AiM), Neurokinetic Therapy, and Foot Mobilisation Techniques, you’re in expert hands.
3D Pressure Plate Analysis in Conjunction with Gait Analysis
At The Body Lab, we go beyond a basic visual assessment.
Our gait analysis is enhanced by a state-of-the-art 3D pressure plate system, which provides:
✔ Real-time pressure mapping of how weight moves through your feet.
✔ Asymmetry detection to pinpoint differences between left and right foot loading.
✔ Centre of mass tracking to assess stability, weight shift, and balance control.
✔ Ground reaction force analysis to determine how effectively your body absorbs impact.
This cutting-edge technology ensures that every detail of your movement is captured and analysed, providing precise recommendations for improving your gait.
Book Your Gait Analysis Today!
Are you ready to understand your movement, reduce pain, and optimise your gait?
We offer two options for your gait analysis:
1️⃣ Remote Gait Analysis – Send us a video of your gait, and we will provide a detailed report and personalised recommendations based on your movement patterns.
2️⃣ In-Person Consultation – Book your gait analysis as part of an initial consultation or include it complementary as part of your Advanced Biomechanical Assessment at The Body Lab.
📩 Submit Your Gait Video for Analysis
📍 In-Person Appointments Available at The Body Lab, Canberra