A running assessment is a process in which an individual’s running form, biomechanics, and overall performance are evaluated by a physiotherapist. The goal of a running assessment is to identify any issues or inefficiencies in the individual’s running technique that may contribute to discomfort, pain, or decreased performance.
What are the components of a Running Assessment?
Key components of a running assessment may include:
- Gait Analysis: Observing the way an individual walks or runs to assess their biomechanics, stride length, foot strike pattern, and overall form.
- Footwear Analysis: Evaluating the type and condition of the running shoes worn by the individual to ensure they provide proper support and are suitable for their running style.
- Muscle and Joint Assessment: Checking for any muscle imbalances, weaknesses, or joint restrictions that may affect running mechanics.
- Injury History: Review the individual’s history of injuries, if any, to identify patterns or recurring issues that may be related to running technique.
- Functional Movement Assessment: Assessing the individual’s flexibility, strength, and stability, especially in areas relevant to running, such as the hips, knees, and ankles.
- Running on a Treadmill or Track: The individual may be observed while running on a treadmill or a track to get a real-time assessment of their running mechanics.
- Discussion of Training Goals: Understanding the individual’s running goals, whether they are training for a specific event, improving performance, or addressing pain or discomfort.
I am a novice runner, can I still do a running assessment?
Absolutely. As a novice runner, it is very important to learn the proper technique so that you don’t injure yourself. The physiotherapist will assess you and help you with technique, shoe selection, and a training plan if you want to run a marathon.
Where can I find a physiotherapist who does Running Assessments in Toronto?
We have 8 locations with physiotherapists to help you run better.
Click HERE to book an appointment with a physiotherapist at one of our eight locations.
- Physiotherapy Etobicoke – Triangle Physiotherapy Etobicoke
- Oakville Physiotherapy Clinic – Triangle Physiotherapy Oakville
- Physiotherapy North York – Triangle Physiotherapy North York
- Mississauga Physiotherapy Clinics – Triangle Physiotherapy Mississauga
- Downtown Physiotherapy Clinics – Triangle Physiotherapy King West
- Uptown Physiotherapy Clinics – Triangle Physiotherapy Lawrence Park
- Physiotherapy Clinic Downtown Toronto – Triangle Physiotherapy Queens Quay
- Physiotherapy Clinics Mississauga – Triangle Physiotherapy Erin Mills
