HOW DO WE TREAT?

Advanced Biomechanics Technology for Foot Orthoses and Lower Limb Health

ORTHOSES-BIOMECHANICS-GAIT ANALYSIS- FLAT FEET-INSOLES

Aristotle (384-322 B.C.) might be considered the first Bio mechanics specialist. He not only saw animals’ bodies as a Bio mechanics system, but pursued such questions as the physiological difference between imagining performing an action and actually doing it.

Did you know…?

On Bio mechanics, when walking, our feet, on average, spend six tenths of a second in contact with the ground. During which, our feet and legs must perform certain functions in order to support and propel our body to move effectively. Biomechanics assists us with Gait Analysisand Orthoses -allowing the Bio mechanics practitioner to determine the extent to which an individual’s gait pattern has been affected. The use of Gait analysis with Biomechanics is relatively new.

The problem…

Flat Feet
Most people have a gap between in the inner side of the foot and the ground they stand on, which is referred as an arch. However, abnormalities occur in those who have Flat Feet/ fallen arches- feet that have a low arch or no arch and that will tend to roll over inwards. Flat Feet, if not identified sooner is likely to develop into severe cases with gradual problems experienced in calf, knee, hip and back pain.

Usual causes to Flat Feet can be hereditary. However, in most cases it is caused by a Biomechanics complaint- abnormal walking (as explained above), a ruptured tendon, cerebral palsy, spina bifida or muscular dystrophy, which are all likely to lead to Flat Feet.

The Solution…

Flat feet Insoles have been used for years to help people with Flat Feet. Traditionally when we think of Insoles or Orthoses we think of hard plastic Insoles that are placed in the shoe. The Insoles cup the heel and supports the arch but because the Insoles are not flexible it does not extend the full length of the foot. The Insoles tend to make this type of Orthoses uncomfortable and ineffective for many people. The Insoles repositions the arch with "brute force." Although the Insoles forces the arch into its correct position, the Orthoses does nothing to relieve the pressure that is forcing the arch to collapse, causing Flat Feet, in the first place. This being one of the main reasons the Orthoscan system has been developed.

With Biomechanics complaints, Orthoses with the Orthoscan system will not only allow for a solution to orthoses but also a therapeutic one where Bio mechanics pain will be relieved. Thus, our generation is privileged with technology capable of delivering valid and reliable understanding and precise measurement with issues concerning- Biomechanics, Gait Analysis and solutions to enhanced Orthoses. Armed by bespoke technology led by our team of exceptional practitioners in Bio mechanics, we are better equipped to decide on a tailored treatment programme for you and effective Orthoses. Great news now that an Orthoses will be able to control Biomechanics foot motion far better than other Orthoses-Insoles have been in the past.

How does it work?

Gait Analysis using the Orthoscan system has a three metre walk-way where each client is tested under a series of fifteen varied Bio mechanics static and walking tests. Five video cameras are set to view your motion from different angles, at the same time and up to 60 frames per second. The data reported by the Bio mechanics system is reviewed by an analysis team who processes the findings and provides the referring bio mechanics clinician with over 150 pieces of usable auditable measurement.

Therefore, Gait Analysis may reflect compensations for underlying pathologies, or be responsible for causation of symptoms. The study of Gait Analysis allows for these diagnoses to be made, as well as permitting future developments based on Aait Analysis results.
-Physical Therapy and Provision of functional foot Orthoses: Gait Analysis is widely used in professional sports training to optimise and improve athletic performance and Gait Analysis is heavily used in the assessment of sports and investigations into Biomechanics.
-A medical tool: Gait Analysis techniques allow for the assessment of Gait Analysis disorders and the effects of corrective orthopedic treatment or surgery where treatment options and corrections of distorted bony anatomy are also undertaken.