Bio-mechanics assessment

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Hi folks, I have had chronic shin splints on my right leg for the last year, maybe a even a bit more. I have had a gait assessment in two different places and had runners recommended to me which i've been in for the last 8 months or so. Alas, even with a good pair of runners (brooks glycerin), dramatically reducing mileage over the winter months, and attending a physio regularly for dry needling and massage, still no joy!!! The demons remain!!!

I'm convinced that there has to be a biomechanical problem going on with my gate or something else causing this chronic injury as I've exhausted my treatment options at this stage.

Now, I'm obviously not asking for opinions on how to heal shin splints (against forum rules) but I want to know has anyone ever had a full biomechanics assessment done rather than a normal gate test and have they found the answer to any chronic injuries that have affected you??

If someone could also recommend somewhere to have a biomechanics assessment, I would be grateful as I am unaware of where provides such a service. Preferably in the west, (galway) if possible.

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Clearlier

A competent sports physio should be able to identify imbalances quite readily. I'd expect them to want to watch you run for a few minutes. If you can it's a good idea to arrive there having run beforehand as any weaknesses will be more obvious when you're tired.

Ask them to set SMART goals for you when it comes to addressing any weaknesses so that you have something to aim for.

Murta

This is the only place that I'm aware of that does full body gait analysis in Ireland: http://www.irishfit.eu/shop/physio-injury/clinical-services/gait-analysis

I did the level 4 one a few years back. Also, if you have private health care, you'll be able to claim back.

Raighne

There will be a free talk and demonstration on exactly this in 53 Degrees North in Dublin on the 12th of July and Cork 13th of July. You just have to write them to book a spot in the crowd.

One member of the audience will get a full assessment and the whole approach will be explained to everyone. Leading the talk is Antony Riddle, expert on biomechanics and human movement coach, who helped develop the originally proposed coaching model for VivoBarefoot which is now directed by Lee Saxby (his cousin).

For the record, I should say I am not employed by 53 Degrees North but I am part of the team invited to give the talk, and will discuss how this ties into the Lydiard/Cerutty-inspired training system I employ.

People who want to attend the talk simply email 53 Degrees North: http://www.53degreesnorth.ie/news-events

rom

Raighne wrote: »

There will be a free talk and demonstration on exactly this in 53 Degrees North in Dublin on the 12th of July and Cork 13th of July. You just have to write them to book a spot in the crowd.

One member of the audience will get a full assessment and the whole approach will be explained to everyone. Leading the talk is Antony Riddle, expert on biomechanics and human movement coach, who helped develop the originally proposed coaching model for VivoBarefoot which is now directed by Lee Saxby (his cousin).

For the record, I should say I am not employed by 53 Degrees North but I am part of the team invited to give the talk, and will discuss how this ties into the Lydiard/Cerutty-inspired training system I employ.

People who want to attend the talk simply email 53 Degrees North: http://www.53degreesnorth.ie/news-events

Where is the 'cork store' ?

BobMac104

Accross from the woodford Rom.

rom

BobMac104 wrote: »

Accross from the woodford Rom.

Is it in where TK max is or out on the street. I am looking on street view and can't see it. There is some compass sign on the last building (red brick) before Paul's St Square. Is that it ?

BobMac104

ya its in at the back entrance to tkmax. The big grey building there.

Raighne

BobMac104 wrote: »

Accross from the woodford Rom.

Looks like you've got better instructions than I could provide Rom, but for anyone else 53 Degrees North have all their store details here: http://www.53degreesnorth.ie/location/

rom

Raighne wrote: »

Looks like you've got better instructions than I could provide Rom, but for anyone else 53 Degrees North have all their store details here: http://www.53degreesnorth.ie/location/

It was the last 20 meters that I was wondering as I know the place well.