Walking And Running, And Risk of Ankle Sprain or Falls Assessment
Walking And Running Techniques— Why Worry?
Did you know the way you walk and run plays a part in your efficiency, risk of injury or having a fall? Whether you strike the pavement, sand, or grass on your forefoot, midfoot, or rearfoot, having an understanding of the way you do so is crucial. This not only helps avoid falls and reduce your chance of acquiring injuries, but it also reduces fatigue by taking advantage of your stored elastic energy.
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete, senior citizen, or parent of a young child, minor refinement to your walking and running techniques can have profound impacts on your efficiency and performance.
Types Of Assessments Available
Walking And Running Assessment
Falls Prevention Assessment
Ankle Sprain Prevention Assessment
Why Foot and Leg Pain Centre?
Experienced Podiatrists
Dr Angus Chard, PhD, focuses on walking, running and sidestepping techniques. He and his team combine their decades of experience with improving your functional efficiencies.
Open To All
We aim to help everybody regardless of their age or condition.
Evidence-Based Treatments
We turn to evidence-based methods and interventions to determine the best possible course of action.
Looking To Refer?
Foot And Leg Pain Centre
Your Questions Answered
Yes, we use evidence-based approaches in everything we do. Here are some relevant resources about walking and running assessment for your review.
- Attenborough, A. S., et al. (2014). “Chronic ankle instability in sporting populations.” Sports Medicine 44: 1545-1556.
- Barton, C. J., et al. (2016). “Running retraining to treat lower limb injuries: a mixed-methods study of current evidence synthesised with expert opinion.” British Journal of Sports Medicine 50(9): 513-526.
- Cunningham, C. B., et al. (2010). “The influence of foot posture on the cost of transport in humans.” Journal of Experimental Biology 213(5): 790-797.
- Hiller, C. E., et al. (2006). “The Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool: A Report of Validity and Reliability Testing.” Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 87(9): 1235-1241.
- Spink MJ, Menz HB, Fotoohabadi MR, Wee E, Landorf KB, Hill KD, et al. Effectiveness of a multifaceted podiatry intervention to prevent falls in community-dwelling older people with disabling foot pain: randomised controlled trial. BMJ. 2011;342:d3411.
- NSW Government Older Persons Patient Safety Program Falls Prevention
https://www.cec.health.nsw.gov.au/keep-patients-safe/older-persons-patient-safety-program/falls-prevention
Proactive Care Starts Here
Whether you’re a runner or walker, no matter your age or lifestyle, working to prevent injury is important to keeping you on the move. At Foot and Leg Pain Centre, we take the time to get to know you and your gait (the way you move) to help you retain or restore your physical freedom. To get started, contact our experienced team today.