Running Assessments

Hunter Physio Sports Clinic are Newcastle’s leading running physiotherapists providing running analysis and injury treatment and prevention

At Hunter Physio Sports Clinic, we not only want to help with injuries that do arise, but to look at technique and biomechanics to help you maximise your performance and  prevent injuries before they occur, to keep you on track. We are able to assist runners of all levels, whether a beginner, fun runner or elite marathon runner.

What To Expect At A Physio Running Assessment

The Physio Running Assessment is a two-step process. When you first attend your running assessment, we speak to you about your running goals, discuss your current and past training and discuss your relevant injury history. During this session we perform a detailed biomechanical assessment  – including treadmill video analysis – that looks at muscle control, flexibility and running technique.

At your subsequent consultation, you’ll receive a summary report based on your assessment findings, which details recommendations and strategies to prevent injury and improve performance. All designed to help you to get the most out of your running.

At Your Initial Physio Running Assessment (60 mins Consult) 

• We review your running goals and training history
• Discuss current or previous injury concerns
• Perform a run-specific musculoskeletal screening and biomechanical assessment – looking at muscle control, strength and flexibility
• Assess running technique with treadmill video analysis

Your Follow Up Consultation (30 mins consult)

• Review your assessment and video analysis results
• Receive a written report with recommendations to prevent injury and improve performance (flexibility; muscle conditioning/control technique; running loads, footwear)
• Provide an exercise program addressing areas for improvement

What To Bring

• Your running shoes and shorts