OPTIMISE THE WAY YOU MOVE WITH GAIT ANALYSIS AND ORTHOTICS
Determine your unique foot biomechanics and gait pattern while walking, running, and standing still thanks to Footscan, our precise, effective, and comprehensive gait analysis tool.
We use this tool to identify alterations in your foot and ankle that can lead to pain or other conditions of the lower limbs such as bunions, plantar fasciitis, pain in the knees and Achilles tendonitis.
From professional athletes to weekend warriors, Footscan and the accompanying Phits orthotics provide support and cushioning for those of all activity levels.
Professional runners (including British Athletics), football players, dancers, cyclists—virtually any athlete who needs relief from pain or a boost in performance can benefit from our gait analysis tool.
How Footscan Works
Footscan is the most data-led approach to gait analysis on the market. Gone are the days of moulds and ‘using a trained eye’ – Footscan uses multiple data points in real-time to analyse:
- How long you spend on each foot
- Exact gait pattern when walking and running and how your foot rolls
- Where your foot strikes and pushes off from
- Where most of your body weight goes through
Footscan is an innovative tool that allows us to effectively diagnose, manage and treat different gait issues with real, personalised information. Thanks to 8192 sensors, the Footscan plate can detect endless information about your feet while they’re in different positions, including how much time you spend on different areas of the foot, and even how your left and right foot differ from one another.
This technology not only helps us determine the source of your discomfort but also allows us to create a bespoke orthotic that works for you, taking into account all the different aspects of your gait and needs.
The information we gather allows us to determine how our team can help you by designing bespoke orthotics, prescribing physiotherapy rehabilitation or providing personal training advice.
The Gait Analysis Process
The process takes 30 minutes, where you will be asked to stand, balance an walk on a force platform. This will give us thousands of data points, which we then compare against the ‘norm’.
We then go through the data with you and discuss why you may be experiencing pain (or if not, how to prevent it) and how we suggest you manage it. This may be through an exercise programme, physiotherapy or Orthotic prescription.
Why is Gait Analysis Important?
If you’re experiencing pain or aching in your feet while you walk, run, or even while you’re standing still, it may or may not be a sign of something more.
Having a professional look at your feet and how you walk is known as a gait analysis. Important information such as running form, how your foot lands, pronation type, potential causes of injury and what the right shoes for you are are all assessed during a Footscan gait analysis.
At Carter & George, we believe that it’s essential to determine the cause of your pain and discomfort before you decide on a treatment. That’s why we offer Footscan gait analysis at our facility – to provide an in-depth look at exactly what’s causing your foot pain.
Footscan provides clients with insightful foot assessments done with a ground-breaking data-led assessment tool.
We Take a Comprehensive Approach to Treatment
At Carter & George, we understand that the feet are complex and can be affected by many conditions, such as high arches or flat feet. That’s why we take a comprehensive approach to treatment, including asking about previous injuries, your running style (if you are a runner) and your favourite footwear.
We can use the data from your Footscan gait analysis to diagnose your foot pain, and prescribe Phits orthotics – custom-made for every foot – to correct any imbalances.
Phits orthotics are designed with the help of 3D scanning technology and are tailored specifically to your feet, running style and your needs. They provide superior shock absorption, comfort, and support that traditional orthotics can’t match.
Sometimes you do not need insoles and would benefit more from the right running shoe. Our team will give you guidance on what shoe will work best for you, whether it is a neutral shoe, one to help absorb shock or to stop pronation with a high arch.
The Perfect Phits
Our physiotherapy clinic uses Phits, a high-tech 3D printed insole, to create orthotics that can support your feet in a comfortable, durable, and incredibly stable way.
These lightweight and minimalistic insoles and orthotics give you the support you need in a way that’s custom 3D-printed to suit your unique foot-shape or specific issues.
Each pair of Phits insoles is lightweight, breathable and made from durable material that moulds to your feet for long-lasting comfort. To ensure you get the perfect fit, we tailor each pair of orthotics to your individual needs.
We take into account any pre-existing conditions, such as your arch type or bunions, and make sure that your orthotics will provide the support you need for unhindered movement.
Our orthotics can be crafted to suit different shoes, foot shapes, and issues faced by people of all ages – including running shoes, ski boots, walking shoes and football boots.
Phits for Running Shoes
Our custom-made Phits orthotics are the perfect choice for running shoes. With a contoured design and tailored fit, they provide superior shock absorption and support so you can run comfortably and efficiently.
Our 3D printed technology allows us to create an insole for your running shoe and running style that is lightweight, breathable and designed with extra stability in mind – perfect for running and other high-impact activities.
Our Phits orthotics can be crafted to fit into a range of different running shoes, so you are sure to find the perfect fit for your feet. Plus, they provide additional cushioning underfoot while still allowing your feet to move freely and naturally.
Phits for Golf
Phits orthotics can help you improve your golf performance in a number of ways. For starters, they are designed to provide targeted cushioning and support for the feet, helping to reduce fatigue while you play. This improved comfort allows you to focus on your swing without having to worry about foot pain or discomfort.
Additionally, Phits orthotics provide better stability and balance during your swing, allowing you to generate more power and accuracy with each shot.
Finally, Phits orthotics are designed to be extremely lightweight and breathable, so they won’t interfere with your game even during the longest rounds of golf.
Phits for Skiing
Phits orthotics are also a great choice for ski boots. As anyone who has ever spent time on the slopes knows, having the right fit and support in your boots is incredibly important.
Phits orthotics help provide that support by cushioning pressure points, aligning your feet properly, and providing optimal shock absorption so you can ski with confidence The orthotics are even designed to be lightweight and breathable, so you don’t have to worry about them weighing down your boots or becoming too hot to wear.
Phits for Football and Rugby
Phits orthotics are also great for football and rugby players. The orthotics provide superior cushioning and support, making them ideal for athletes who need to make quick turns and explosive movements on the pitch. Phits orthotics can help keep your feet in proper alignment during these movements, helping reduce the risk of injury and improving your overall performance.
Phits orthotics are also great for preventing and treating injuries caused by flat football or rugby boots. The orthotics provide support specific to your arch type, helping reduce strain on tendons, ligaments, and muscles while playing.
This helps prevent overuse injuries such as Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and shin splints. Additionally, the orthotics can help relieve pain and improve healing in existing injuries by providing extra cushioning and support to the affected areas.
Gait Analysis Hertfordshire
If you’re experiencing pain or discomfort in your feet, don’t hesitate to contact us for Footscan gait analysis and Phits orthotics. We’re here to help you get back on track so you can do the activities that give you life.
If you have a favourite running shoe, please bring this to the appointment.
Footscan Gait Analysis Cost – £90
Phits Orthotic Cost – £295
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