Advanced 3D Gait Analysis for Runners: Precision Meets Personalized Care
What is running gait analysis?
Cincinnati Children’s offers the region’s only clinical 3D running gait analysis technology—used in research labs nationwide—to identify gait faults across multiple body regions. Our expert team includes a running specialist, physical therapist, biomechanist, and biomechanical engineer. Together, our team integrates advanced 2D and 3D data with each runner’s unique needs to support injury recovery, safe return to running, and performance improvement through highly personalized care.
What specific services does the running gait analysis offer?
- A comprehensive report of your running gait pattern
- Personalized exercises, stretches, and gait retraining tips
- Footwear analysis and orthotic recommendations (if needed)
What injuries do you treat?
Our expert team specializes in treating a wide range of running-related injuries, from stress fractures and shin splints to knee pain and growth plate injuries.
Who would benefit from running gait analysis?
- Cross country runners
- Middle distance and long-distance track runners (800m and above)
- Trail runners
- Road race runners (1 mile and above)
Who should I contact for more information or to schedule an appointment?
- Email: Running@cchmc.org
- Phone: 513-636-7333
What is the Ready to Play Program?
This program is designed for uninjured, healthy runners who want to improve technique, enhance performance, and reduce injury risk. This is a fee-based program dedicated to ensuring your runner is ready to run and compete at the highest level possible.
What does the program include?
- 90-minute session
- Exercises and drills to support efficient running form
- 2D & 3D running gait analysis with a comprehensive report of running gait mechanics
- Running footwear analysis and prescription
Who would benefit from the Ready to Play Program?
- Healthy runners
- Runners who want to improve technique, performance, and running efficiency
Who leads this program?
Where is the Ready to Play Program offered?
- Motion Analysis Laboratory at the Burnet Campus Medical Office Building.
Who should I contact for more information or to schedule an appointment?
- Email: Running@cchmc.org
- Phone: 513-636-7333
