Bio-Mechanical Assessment & Gait Analysis

Graphic showing the bio-mechanics of a runner

Understanding your foot’s complex foundation The human foot is a remarkable piece of engineering, containing 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments working in perfect harmony. This intricate arrangement creates a strong, stable foundation that must adapt to countless surfaces, speeds, and athletic demands throughout your lifetime. The foot’s biomechanical system…

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Specialist Sports Podiatry

Laura Langman, New Zealand Netballer

Expert sports podiatry services in Waikato featuring computerised video gait analysis, sport-specific footwear assessment, and outdoor testing. Trusted by elite athletes At Waikato Podiatry, we understand that every step, sprint, and stride matters when it comes to athletic performance. Our specialised sports care has earned the trust of elite athletes across New Zealand, including netball…

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Customised Orthotics

Examples of customised orthotics available at Waikato Podiatry

Everything works best when it’s in the right place That includes the bones and alignment of our feet. When our feet are working as they should, they provide the foundation for our entire body. But when something is out of place, whether through injury, poor alignment, or structural imbalance, problems can quickly develop. At Waikato…

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Bio-Mechanical Assessment & Gait Analysis

Bio-Mechanical Assessment & Gait Analysis  The arrangement of the bones, intrinsic muscles of the foot, extrinsic foot muscles in the leg and presence of powerful ligamements all work together to maintain a strong, stable foundation. Weaknesses in the structures maintaining foot integrity can result in problems such as fallen arches. Hypomobility = stiff and inflexible…

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