Gait & Biomechanics
Europe’s Leading 3D Gait Lab for Injury Prevention,
Performance, and Lifelong Mobility
Established in 1991, The London Podiatry Centre is a recognised leader in gait analysis and biomechanical assessment, serving patients from across the UK and internationally. Our state-of-the-art gait laboratory—one of the most advanced in Europe—uses motion capture technology found in leading medical research institutions and the film industry.
We are trusted by Olympic teams, national sporting bodies, Premier League footballers, and elite athletes from a wide range of disciplines, as well as A-list actors, West End performers, and UK and international royalty. Our expertise also extends to everyday patients—children, older adults, and those experiencing foot, leg, or walking issues—because restoring healthy movement is at the heart of what we do.
Why Choose Us
Positioning your clinic as the leader in the field.
- Exclusive 3D gait analysis – We are the only standalone practice to offer multi-segmental 3D gait analysis, providing the most accurate movement assessment available to patients.
- Objective and precise measurement – Our technology detects biomechanical issues such as abnormal pronation with unmatched accuracy, avoiding the guesswork common in standard assessments.
- Led by expert consultant – All assessments are overseen by Mr Ron McCulloch, Consultant Podiatric Surgeon with over 30 years’ experience, including work with UK Olympics, Premier League teams, and top university hospitals.
- Collaborative approach – We work closely with specialists in orthopaedics, neurology, rheumatology, and diabetology to provide integrated treatment plans.
How Gait Abnormalities Affect You
Educating patients on why this matters.
- Impact on the whole body – Gait issues can cause pain or dysfunction in the feet, legs, knees, hips, pelvis, back, and shoulders.
- Risks if untreated – Left undiagnosed, imbalances may lead to chronic pain, arthritis, recurrent injuries, or reduced mobility.
- In older adults – Increases fall risk and can reduce independence.
- In children – Early assessment prevents long-term biomechanical problems.
- In sport – Even subtle irregularities can affect performance and increase injury risk.
Our Technology and Process
Building trust by showing the sophistication of your service.
- 3D motion capture and multi-segmental foot analysis – Gold-standard technology for precise biomechanical evaluation.
- Pressure plate analysis – Measuring load distribution during walking and running.
- High-speed video capture – Analysing movement patterns frame-by-frame.
- Expert interpretation – Personalised reports and treatment recommendations delivered by a senior consultant.
Levels of Gait Analysis
Level 2 – 2D gait analysis
A detailed assessment using high-quality video capture and pressure analysis to evaluate walking and running patterns. Includes a personalised video report for your reference.
Level 3 – Full 3D gait analysis
Our most advanced assessment, incorporating multi-segmental 3D analysis with marker-based motion tracking and AI technology. Provides the most accurate insight into movement efficiency, performance, and injury risk. Includes a personalised video report for your reference.
Additional services:
- Children’s gait assessment – Tailored evaluation for young patients to support healthy development and sports performance.
- Commercial product testing – Specialist gait analysis for footwear, orthotics, and performance products.
BOOK YOUR GAIT ANALYSIS
WITH THE CLINIC
3D Vicon technology has been used to assess the patient. The yellow figure is the patient without the brace. Superimposed on the same video sequence is the same patient with the brace, this time in red. Note how the patient walks far more normally with the brace. This treatment has enhanced the patient's quality of life allowing her to walk pain-free for much longer distances!
KINETIC ANALYSIS
The London Podiatry Centre uses in-shoe pressure sensors to assess and measure force, pressure and timing. The system allows us to determine whether conditions of the foot relate to abnormalities in force and pressure. It also allows us to look at gait efficiency in a more general sense by optimising factors such as the centre of pressure, the force time relationship and other "kinetic" variables.
