What are Biomechanical Problems?
Biomechanics is the term used for the way a podiatrist examines forces acting on the body and the effects produced. Being able to move efficiently is important in avoiding injuries. Having joints capable of providing sufficient movement and muscles capable of producing sufficient force is vital to generate an efficient gait cycle. If joints are stiff (usually caused by muscle tightness), limiting range of motion, or muscles are weak, the body must find ways of compensating for the problem, leading to biomechanical problems.
What causes Biomechanical Problems?
Biomechanical problems are usually caused by muscular imbalances, although they can sometimes be caused by structural problems, such as leg length discrepancies.
Common Biomechanical Problems
At Davenport House Clinic our highly skilled Podiatrists and Physiotherapists work alongside each other to diagnose and treat many biomechanical problems such as:
