Gait and Running Analysis in River North, Chicago

A gait analysis is a method for identifying biomechanical abnormalities in the gait cycle during running or walking. Your physical therapist records video of you walking or running and provides a detailed report of the biomechanical abnormalities found and strategies to correct them.

Who It's For

• Runners dealing with recurring injuries like shin splints, IT band pain, runner's knee, or plantar fasciitis
• Runners training for a race who want to run more efficiently
• Anyone returning to running after an injury or surgery
• Walkers with pain or a limp that hasn't resolved

What to Expect

1. We talk through your running history, training, injuries, and goals.
2. We assess strength, mobility, and how you move.
3. We record video of you running or walking and review it frame by frame.
4. You get a clear report of what we found and the changes that matter most.
5. We build a plan of drills, strength work, and form cues to address it.

Why It Matters

Many running injuries are not caused by the spot that hurts. A gait analysis shows how your whole body moves, so we can treat the cause, not just the symptom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be a serious runner?

No. Gait analysis helps anyone who runs or walks, from first-time 5K runners to marathoners.

What should I bring?

The running shoes you train in most, and clothing you can run comfortably in.

Do I need a referral?

No. Illinois is a direct access state, so you can see a physical therapist without a physician referral.