At the Ottawa Physiotherapy and Sport Clinics, the running evaluation assessment is carried out over 2 sessions. The first session is an initial physical evaluation performed at any of our eight clinics, the Barrhaven physiotherapy, Orleans physiotherapy or Westboro physiotherapy locations.
Following your initial session, the following session consists of a run portion that is carried out on an outdoor track.
Session One: Initial Clinical Evaluation
This session includes:
Injury and running history information forms:
Information pertaining to all the factors that may have an influence on current or possible future injuries.
One-on-one interview:
A detailed and in-depth personal interview to discuss current problems, past injuries, medical history, present running level and goals.
Physical assessment:
To identify your physical alignment and any factors that could limit or contribute to your running biomechanics, including: range of motion, muscular imbalances, skeletal alignment, posture, and flexibility.
Session Two: Running Evaluation
This session includes:
Biomechanical and Technical assessment:
As running is a highly technical sport, your movement patterns and technique will be assessed first and corrections implemented.
The biomechanical evaluation focuses on assessing joint integrity, balance, strength and flexibility throughout run and stride.
Following the on track assessment, recommendations are made to maximize your running and minimize your risk of injury or pain. A personalized detailed training plan including training modifications, stretches, exercises and technique drills will be included.
Runner Benefits
Eliminate reoccurring hip pain
Decrease foot numbness and pain
Ensure you’re doing everything you can to have a successful training and/or marathon experience
Learn if you’re wearing the correct running shoe
Learn strengthening and flexibility exercises to remain injury free
Learn exercises to stabilize ankles, knees and hips
Get ideas for injury prevention
Receive advise and solutions for reoccurring injuries
Run longer distances without discomfort
Learn about running orthotics and if an orthotic could assist you in remaining injury free
Find out if your current orthotic is suitable for running
Receive running form analysis to improve your stride
Resume running and return to your marathon training program
Determine how to proceed running without constant pain/stiffness
Learn if your previous knee surgery will cause other problems if you continue to run
Biomechanical analysis for your knees to feel better
Most insurance carriers reimburse for this level of evaluation by a Physiotherapist.
