Treatments
Biomechanical Assessment
Understand how your body moves so you can reduce pain, prevent injury, and perform at your best.
Session
60 Minutes
Setting
Home / Gym / Office
Format
1-on-1 with Dr. Eddie
Session
60 Minutes
Setting
Home / Gym / Office
Format
1-on-1 with Dr. Eddie
What Is a Biomechanical Assessment?
A biomechanical assessment is a comprehensive evaluation of how your body moves during everyday activities such as walking, standing, and exercising. By analyzing posture, joint alignment, muscle function, and movement patterns, practitioners can identify the root cause of pain or dysfunction—not just the symptoms.
When performed by a trained professional, biomechanical assessments help uncover hidden imbalances and guide more effective treatment and injury prevention strategies.
benefits Include
A biomechanical assessment helps uncover the underlying factors that may be affecting how you move, train, or recover.
Biomechanical Assessment May Help With:
- Identification of movement dysfunctions and postural imbalances
- Early detection of injury risk factors
- Improved movement efficiency and body mechanics
- Personalized treatment and rehabilitation planning
- Enhanced athletic performance and injury prevention
- Better long-term musculoskeletal health
Conditions Treated
Biomechanical assessment can be useful when pain, stiffness, or performance limitations are connected to movement quality and posture.
Common Conditions Include:
- Chronic neck and back pain
- Knee pain and patellofemoral dysfunction
- Plantar fasciitis and foot pain
- Hip instability and alignment issues
- Running or sports-related injuries
- Postural imbalances from prolonged sitting
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Movement limitations affecting daily activities
Techniques Used
During treatment, Dr. Eddie utilizes a range of advanced therapeutic techniques designed to restore proper movement, reduce pain, and improve overall musculoskeletal function. Each technique is carefully selected based on your condition, movement patterns, and recovery goals to ensure the most effective results.
Postural Analysis
A detailed evaluation of standing and sitting posture to identify imbalances, asymmetries, and alignment issues that may contribute to pain or inefficient movement patterns.
Gait Analysis
Observation and assessment of walking or running mechanics to detect abnormalities in foot strike, stride, and joint movement that can lead to injury or chronic discomfort.
Functional Movement Screening
Assessment of key movement patterns such as squatting, bending, reaching, and rotating to uncover mobility restrictions, muscular imbalances, or coordination deficits.
Joint Range of Motion Testing
Measurement of how well specific joints move to identify limitations, stiffness, or instability that may affect overall body mechanics.
Muscle Strength & Activation Testing
Evaluation of muscle strength and activation patterns to determine whether certain muscles are weak, overactive, or compensating for others.
What to Expect
Movement History
Dr. Eddie begins by learning about your symptoms, training habits, daily activities, injuries, and goals.
Assessment
Your posture, mobility, strength, and movement mechanics are evaluated through guided testing and observation.
Personalized Plan
You receive clear recommendations for treatment, corrective exercise, training modifications, or follow-up care based on the findings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a biomechanical assessment only for athletes?
No. It can help anyone who wants to understand pain, improve posture, move better, or prevent recurring issues.
What should I wear for the assessment?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Athletic clothing is usually best.
Will I receive exercises afterward?
When appropriate, Dr. Eddie may recommend targeted exercises or movement strategies based on what is found.
Can this help with recurring injuries?
Yes. A biomechanical assessment can help identify movement patterns or imbalances that may contribute to repeated irritation.
Is the assessment painful?
Most testing is comfortable and guided. If a movement causes discomfort, Dr. Eddie can modify the assessment accordingly.
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