Gait Analysis

Clinical Walking and Running Assessment for Injury, Pain and Efficiency

Gait analysis examines how you walk or run and how load travels through the foot, ankle, knee, hip and spine. Small inefficiencies can become significant over time — particularly with high repetition, such as running, commuting, standing work or sport.

At London Osteopathy & Pilates, gait analysis is used to identify why symptoms keep recurring, not simply to describe how someone moves.

When Gait Analysis Is Most Useful

Gait analysis is particularly valuable for:

recurrent running injuries
hip, knee or lower leg pain
Achilles or plantar fascia symptoms
back pain linked to walking or running
asymmetrical symptoms
plateaued rehabilitation progress

What We Assess During Gait Analysis

Depending on presentation, assessment may include:

Foot and ankle mechanics

Knee mechanics

Hip and pelvic control

Trunk and upper body

Why Symptoms Often Persist Without Gait Assessment

Many patients treat the painful area repeatedly without addressing:

Without correcting these drivers, symptoms frequently return.

What You Leave With After Gait Analysis

You receive:

a clear explanation of findings
identification of relevant movement drivers
a targeted rehabilitation plan
guidance on footwear where appropriate
integration into Clinical Pilates or strengthening work
a progression strategy for return to running or activity

Gait Analysis and Rehabilitation

Gait findings inform:

It is not about forcing a “perfect gait,” but improving efficiency and tolerance.

Where Gait Analysis Is Available

Gait analysis is available at:

David Canevaro : 07904 153486

davidcanevaro@hotmail.com