Running Analysis & Rehab

Run Stronger. Run Smarter. Run Pain-Free.

Whether you're training for your first 5K, preparing for a marathon, returning to running after having a baby, or dealing with a nagging injury that just won't go away, our Running Analysis & Rehab assessments are designed to help you understand why you're experiencing pain—and how to get back to running with confidence.

At Flow Physio + Wellness, we combine a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment with detailed video running analysis to evaluate the factors that influence your running, including your movement patterns, strength, mobility, training load, and running technique. Rather than trying to create a "perfect" running form, we identify what is most important for your body, your injury, and your goals to help you run more efficiently while reducing your risk of future injury.

  • Running Analysis & Rehab is ideal for:

    • New runners wanting to build healthy habits

    • Recreational and competitive runners

    • Runners preparing for races

    • Anyone returning after an injury

    • Postpartum runners returning to sport

    • Trail runners

    • Athletes experiencing recurring aches and pains

    • Runners wanting to improve performance and efficiency

  • Your first appointment includes a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment that looks beyond simply watching you run.

    Subjective Assessment

    We'll discuss:

    • Your current symptoms

    • Previous injuries

    • Running history

    • Training schedule

    • Race goals

    • Footwear

    • Recovery habits

    • Strength training routine

    • Lifestyle factors that may influence your running

    Physical Assessment

    We'll assess:

    • Joint mobility

    • Muscle flexibility

    • Strength

    • Balance

    • Core and pelvic control

    • Single-leg stability

    • Functional movement patterns

    Video Running Analysis

    Using slow-motion video analysis, we'll evaluate:

    • Cadence

    • Stride length

    • Foot strike

    • Overstriding

    • Hip stability

    • Knee mechanics

    • Pelvic control

    • Trunk position

    • Arm swing

    • Foot placement

    • Overall running efficiency

    During your assessment, we'll often trial simple running cues and modifications so you can immediately feel what works best for you.

  • Running physiotherapy can help with many common overuse injuries, including:

    • Runner's Knee (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)

    • IT Band Syndrome

    • Achilles Tendinopathy

    • Plantar Fasciitis

    • Shin Splints (Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome)

    • Stress Reactions & Stress Fractures

    • Hamstring Strains

    • Calf Strains

    • Gluteal Tendinopathy

    • Hip Pain

    • Foot & Ankle Pain

    • Tendon injuries

    • Running-related low back pain

  • No two runners—or injuries—are the same.

    Following your assessment, your physiotherapist will develop an individualized plan based on your specific findings, goals, and training schedule.

    Treatment may include:

    • Progressive strength training

    • Running-specific rehabilitation

    • Return-to-running programming

    • Running gait retraining

    • Training load management

    • Mobility exercises

    • Manual therapy when appropriate

    • Footwear recommendations

    • Warm-up and recovery strategies

    • Race preparation guidance

    • Injury prevention education

    Our goal is not simply to reduce pain—but to improve your body's capacity so you can continue running confidently for years to come.

  • Running injuries rarely have a single cause.

    Instead, they often develop from a combination of factors, including:

    • Sudden increases in training volume or intensity

    • Poor recovery

    • Strength deficits

    • Reduced mobility

    • Previous injuries

    • Changes in footwear

    • Running mechanics

    • Life stress and inadequate sleep

    Our assessment looks at the complete picture so we can address the root cause—not just the symptoms.

  • Our physiotherapists have completed advanced education in evidence-based running assessment and rehabilitation through The Real Running Course, a leading continuing education program developed specifically for healthcare professionals treating runners.

    This specialized training emphasizes modern, research-informed approaches to:

    • Running injury assessment

    • Video gait analysis

    • Load management

    • Biomechanical assessment

    • Strength and rehabilitation programming

    • Return-to-running progressions

    • Injury prevention strategies

    We combine this evidence with your individual goals to create a treatment plan that's practical, personalized, and designed to keep you running.

Book Running Analysis Initial Assessment

Running Analysis & Rehab FAQ

  • Not at all. Many runners book an assessment to improve efficiency, prepare for an upcoming race, or reduce their risk of injury before symptoms develop.

  • Yes! Please bring the shoes you typically run in. If you rotate between multiple pairs, bring those along as well.

  • Yes, typically you'll spend a short period running on our treadmill while we capture slow-motion video from multiple angles. If there is pain or injury, we may wait to assess running until pain has improved.

  • Your initial Running Analysis & Rehab assessment is approximately 60 minutes, allowing plenty of time for both your physiotherapy assessment and video analysis.