Running Evaluation

This session includes:

• Biomechanical and Technical assessment:
  As running is a highly technical sport, your movement patterns and technique will be assessed first and corrections implemented.
  The biomechanical evaluation focuses on assessing joint integrity, balance, strength and flexibility throughout run and stride.
  Following the on track assessment, recommendations are made to maximize your running and minimize your risk of injury or pain. A personalized detailed training plan including training modifications, stretches, exercises and technique drills will be included.

Runner Benefits

• Eliminate reoccurring hip pain
• Decrease foot numbness and pain
• Ensure you’re doing everything you can to have a successful training and/or marathon experience
• Learn if you’re wearing the correct running shoe
• Learn strengthening and flexibility exercises to remain injury free
• Learn exercises to stabilize ankles, knees and hips
• Get ideas for injury prevention
• Receive advise and solutions for reoccurring injuries
• Run longer distances without discomfort
• Learn about running orthotics and if an orthotic could assist you in remaining injury free
• Find out if your current orthotic is suitable for running
• Receive running form analysis to improve your stride
• Resume running and return to your marathon training program
• Determine how to proceed running without constant pain/stiffness
• Learn if your previous knee surgery will cause other problems if you continue to run
• Biomechanical analysis for your knees to feel better

Most insurance carriers reimburse for this level of evaluation by a Physiotherapist.