Gait analysis · Richmond & Kensington, London
Gait Analysis: What We Look For
Running or walking gait analysis from HCPC-registered podiatrists in London. We look at how you move, why it matters for your pain or performance, and what to do about it.
Biomechanical & injury consultation from £150 · 60 minutes · Prices vary by clinic and practitioner
What Is Gait Analysis?
Gait analysis is a detailed look at how you walk and run. We record your movement on video, slow it down frame by frame and use AI-enhanced analysis to measure what's happening at your feet, knees, hips and trunk.
On its own, a video only tells part of the story. We combine it with your injury history, a strength and movement screen and a look at your footwear, so we can link what we see to your symptoms — and build a plan that actually changes things.
Key Things We Assess
Foot strike and pronation
How your foot lands and how much it rolls in or out — and whether that's actually linked to your symptoms.
Cadence and overstriding
How many steps you take per minute and whether your foot lands too far ahead of your body, which increases load on the knees and shins.
Knee position
Whether your knee collapses inwards or tracks well over your foot as you load it.
Hip drop
Whether your pelvis drops on the opposite side as you land — often a sign of hip strength or control limits.
Trunk lean and sway
How your upper body moves side to side and forwards, and how that shifts load through the hips and legs.
Crossover gait
Whether your feet land on or across the midline, which is linked to shin and hip problems in some runners.
Arm swing and symmetry
Differences between left and right sides that can point to an old injury, stiffness or weakness.
Strength and joint range
Single-leg strength, calf capacity, hip control and ankle and big toe movement — because how you move depends on what your body can do.
No single finding is "bad" on its own. Many people run comfortably with movement patterns that look imperfect. What matters is whether a pattern is linked to your pain, your injury history or your goals — that's the part a clinical assessment adds.
Who Is Gait Analysis For?
Runners
Recurring shin, knee, Achilles or foot injuries, or wanting to run more efficiently.
Active people with pain
Heel pain, plantar fasciitis, knee pain or hip pain that keeps returning.
Choosing footwear or orthotics
Making sure shoes and insoles match how you actually move.
Returning from injury
Checking your movement and strength before building back up.
Running Shop vs Clinical Gait Analysis
A running shop gait analysis is usually a short treadmill video to help you choose a shoe. That can be useful, but it isn't designed to diagnose an injury.
A clinical gait analysis with a podiatrist includes a full history, hands-on assessment, strength and joint testing and video analysis — and you leave with a diagnosis and a plan, which may include exercises, gait retraining, footwear advice or orthotics where appropriate.
Gait Analysis in London — Richmond & Kensington
We offer gait analysis at two London clinics: Richmond (Pools in the Park, TW9) and Kensington (Sprint Physiotherapy, W8). Appointments are 60 minutes and include video analysis, a strength and movement screen and a personalised plan.
What Our Patients Say
Gait Analysis Questions
What is gait analysis?
Gait analysis is an assessment of how you walk and run. We film and measure your movement, then link what we see to your symptoms, strength and footwear to find what may be driving your pain or limiting performance.
Is a running shop gait analysis enough?
A shop gait analysis is usually a short treadmill video to help choose a shoe. A clinical gait analysis looks at your whole body, your injury history, strength and joint range — and gives you a treatment and training plan, not just a shoe recommendation.
Do I need gait analysis if I'm not a runner?
Yes, it can help. Walking gait analysis is useful for heel pain, knee pain, hip pain and recurring foot problems, as well as for choosing footwear or orthotics.
How much does gait analysis cost in London?
Our biomechanical and injury consultation, which includes gait analysis, starts from £150 for a 60-minute appointment. Prices vary by clinic and practitioner — see our fees page for details.
What should I bring?
Bring the shoes you walk or run in most, any orthotics or insoles, and comfortable shorts or leggings so we can see your knees and hips. Bring any scan reports or clinic letters if you have them.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly. If you're claiming through insurance, check whether your insurer needs a GP referral or authorisation code first.
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