
Kinematic and Spatiotemporal Gait Analysis
Make sure you are on the right track and taking the proper strides to a long and healthy running future!
Using the latest advancements in movement technology, it is now possible to reliably analyze your running gait and provide measurable values in minutes to help make sure you are running efficiently and staying injury-free during your training and for the future.
Your report gives detailed and accurate pelvis kinematics and spatiotemporal parameters that compares your left and right strides to population norms to assess your individual running efficiency, potential risk of injury, or return to sport after a layoff or post-rehab.
Pelvis Kinematics
Pelvis kinematics describes how the pelvis moves in rotation, forward tilt, and degree of hip drop (obliquity) when you run.
How is this useful? Assessing pelvis kinematics helps to assess your potential risk of injury and helps identify if there may be an underlying joint instability or strength issue.


Stride Parameters
Stride parameters include average cadence, stride length, propulsion speed as well as relative stance, swing, and float times.
How is this useful? Individual differences can vary with these metrics, so keeping track of how these change during your training helps assess if you are heading toward an efficient and effective running style. For example, elite runners tend to show higher cadence and float times than recreational runners.
Symmetry Index
Symmetry Index between the left and right sides considers stride characteristics and propulsion during the strides.
How is this useful? A high symmetry index of nearly 100% is related to more efficient gait patterns and requires less energy to be used while running. In addition, asymmetries can occur at different speeds and overload one side compared to the other, leading to an increased risk of injury or slowing the recovery and return to sport following an injury.

Performing the Test
The test takes approximately 30 minutes for a single analysis and you can receive your results right away. This assessment is also mobile and can be completed at a location with a good quality treadmill.
To perform this assessment you will need to run for at least 5 minutes at a constant pace at a 0% incline on a treadmill with a small sensor around your waist. Your pace is self selected but it is recommended to perform the run close to race pace. You may also wish to see how your technique changes at different paces (eg. Zone I, II, or III) so that you can adjust your training appropriately. The post-analysis can be performed immediately after and you can leave with the report in hand within approximately 15 minutes, although it is recommended to book a consultation to explain the results and recommendations.
For more details please free to contact Mike for more information or book your analysis at the Peak Centre for Human Performance either as a stand alone test or in combination with other performance based assessments such as VO2 max, and Threshold VO2max with lactates.