What is a Biomechanical Assessment?

A biomechanical assessment is a detailed examination of the way your feet, legs, and body move—both at rest and in motion. It allows your podiatrist to identify any abnormal movement patterns, postural imbalances, or joint dysfunctions that may be contributing to pain, poor performance, or recurring injuries.

 It’s often the missing link in diagnosing the root cause of many foot, ankle, knee, hip, or back issues.

 

Why Would I Need One?

• You may benefit from a biomechanical assessment if you experience:

• Foot, heel, arch or ankle pain

• Knee, hip or lower back discomfort

• Ongoing or recurring injuries (e.g. shin splints, tendonitis)

• Tired, aching legs after work or sport

• Uneven shoe wear or posture concerns

• Flat feet, high arches, or rolling ankles

• Issues with balance or alignment

• Poor performance or discomfort during activity

 

Even if you’re not in pain, understanding your biomechanics can help prevent injury and optimise movement efficiency—especially if you’re active or on your feet all day.

 

What’s Involved?

During your assessment, your podiatrist will examine how your body moves from the ground up:

 

What We Look At:

• Foot posture & structure (standing and walking)

• Gait analysis – the way you walk or run

• Joint range of motion – hips, knees, ankles, and feet

• Muscle strength and flexibility

• Leg length assessment

• Weight-bearing alignment and load distribution

• Footwear assessment – what your current shoes are doing for (or against) you

• 3D foot scans or pressure mapping (if required for orthotics)

 

What Happens After?

Once we’ve identified the root cause, your podiatrist will create a tailored treatment plan to reduce pain, improve function, and support your long-term foot health.

 

Treatment May Include:

Custom or prefabricated orthotics

To support foot posture, redistribute pressure, and improve alignment

 

Stretching & strengthening exercises

Targeted to correct muscular imbalances and improve joint motion

 

Footwear advice

Help choosing shoes that match your foot type and lifestyle needs

 

Activity modifications or load management

Especially if pain is related to work, training, or standing for long hours

 

Taping or bracing

To support and protect vulnerable joints or tendons short term

 

Referral to other professionals

Physiotherapists, sports doctors, or GPs where appropriate

 

What Are the Benefits?

• Reduced pain and fatigue

• Injury prevention

• Better balance and alignment

• Improved sports performance

• Healthier posture from the ground up

• Increased comfort in daily activities

• Long-term support for chronic foot or leg conditions

 

Who Can Benefit?

• Runners, walkers, gym-goers

• Tradies, nurses, teachers—anyone on their feet all day

• Children with developmental or gait concerns

• People with flat feet, bunions, or high arches

• Patients with arthritis, diabetes, or joint instability

• Anyone experiencing foot or lower limb pain

 

Ready to Book?

A biomechanical assessment can make a huge difference in understanding why your body feels the way it does—and what we can do to help.

 

From your team at Toe-tal Podiatry

Better movement starts at your feet.