Running Analysis / Injuries Kenilworth
A Running AnalysisΒ is an essential part of your pre and mid season training program. And a great way to both fix and avoid running injuries in Kenilworth.
Whether you are preparing for the Kenilworth Half Marathon, or the Two Castles Run, Running Analysis Kenilworth is the perfect place to start. By understanding how you run, you can start to address inefficiencies and avoid injuries.
At The Reinge Clinic in Kenilworth we combine our Physiotherapy and Sports Therapy knowledge with Sports Science to get an in depth look at how your body works, how you strike the floor when you run and how your muscles are adapting to the forces of running. This allows us to rapidly get to the source of injuries and fix them, as well as keeping you in great form for your upcoming race.
Why have a running analysis?

Your running technique plays a pivotal role in both your race times and your vulnerability to injuries. Every stride you take in Kenilworth impacts not only your speed but also your overall injury risk.
As your foot makes contact with the ground during your run, a dynamic force known as a ground reaction force affectsΒ your body. This force can improve your running efficiency, propelling you forward effortlessly. Alternatively, it can act as a barrier, impeding your progress and potentially building up injuries.
Ground reaction force is the force the ground generates when your foot hits the floor. How your foot responds to this force dictates how the forces travel up into your lower leg. Great alignment means the muscles and joints of the body can use this force to create efficient running. Poor alignment can lead to knee, hip and back pain while running, as the joints absorb this force in an inefficient way.
This is where our Running Analysis Kenilworth comes into play,an indispensable component of your pre-race preparation. Using video technology we are able to slow your movements down to see exactly how your body responds to these forces and as we are Sports Scientists we understand how to interpret these findings in relation to running.Β This allows us to uncover any potential or current problems allowing us retrain your running style and rectify any niggles or injuries.
What happens during the Running Analysis?

Our Running Analysis Kenilworth sessions areΒ designed to enhance every area of your running style. Within a 90-minute session, our expert team delves deep into refining your technique and safeguarding your running journey.
During this session, we conduct a comprehensive assessment of your posture and muscle firing, as well as analysing your running mechanics. UtilisingΒ video technology, we capture your natural running form in the real world rather than on a treadmill. This enables us to scrutinise your foot’s interaction with the ground, looking at its impact throughout your entire body β from the very soles of your feet to the crown of your head.
Combining these insights with your personal history and our thorough physical evaluation, we are able to improve how you run and help you avoid injuries in the future. Our ultimate objectives are twofold: to elevate the efficiency of your running, consequently enhancing your race times,Β to understand why you have any existing running injuries while safeguarding against future ones.
During the Running Analysis Kenilworth session, we encourage you to bring all the shoes you currently run in. Different shoes will have a different affect on your body, so we analyse them all so you know the best shoe for you.Β In addition we provide tailored running and strengthening programs. Ensuring that you have all the information you need to achieve your running goals, whether that is completing your first park run or improving your marathon times.Β
What can we do for running injuries?

Most Running Injuries start due to the way your foot strikes the floor. The forces of running can be large, often several times your body weight. These forces travel up your body and can affect yourΒ knees, hips, back and the surrounding muscles. This is why we will always take a look at how you run when we assess any running injury.Β
In order to understand why your are in pain, we will start by looking at the joint or muscle that is giving you pain. Ideally we want to body to be balanced, so we will often take our tape measure out and measure your leg circumference, telling us whether you are loading your legs in a balanced way.Β
Feet are an important area and are often the starting piunt when assessing any running problems. Feet are the only point of contact with the floor during running, and where all the ground reaction forces start that allow you to create forward momentum when you run.Β
If your feet or ankles are weak, it affects how the body deals with the forces.Β Often creating problems further up theΒ body.

Once we have looked at your biomechanics and posture, we will take a look at your running shoe tread.Β Assessing the tread of your shoes gives us an understanding of how you strike the floor when you run.
Finally we will take you outside and video you running. By slowing down your movements and see how your body responds to the forces being generated, we can usually understand why you have your running injury and how to rectify it.Β

Clients often find the video analysis the most revealing. The way they think they run, is not always what we see on the screen.Β
Our final element is to give you a bespoke strength program specifically to address your injury issue.Β
Frequently Asked Questions about Running Analysis Kenilworth
Please bring all your shoes, many runners have several pairs and we may need to see you run in all of them.Β
Please also bring whatever you usually run in, and ideally a pair of short shorts so we can assess the whole lower body.
Our initial running analysis session is 1.5hrs long.
This gives us plenty of time to video you, assess your muscle firing and body biomechanics. As well as time to provide strength exercises and alter your Running Gait if needed.
All our Running follow up appointments areΒ 50 minutes long and we will usually do a quick video recheck of your running at that point.
Our Running Analysis initial Assessment lasts 1.5hrs and costs Β£110. Our follow up sessions are 50 minutes long and cost Β£75.
For running injuries you can book for either session depending how complex you feel your issue is. If you are unsure, get in touch and we can help.
We get you to run in the real world rather than on a treadmill. The mechanics of running on a treadmill are very different to running in the real world. Most people run out in the real world, so this is where we assess you.
We aren’t running coaches, but we are Sports Scientists. We have been trained to look at the way the body works and understand the forces involved and how the muscles deal with those forces.Β
In their younger days, Ian used to be a triathlete and Gina a runner with Coventry Godivas Running Club, so we have a very real understanding of running and running injuries.
Gina is a member of BASES (British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists) ensuring they stay up to date with the latest research.
You can book using our online booking system. Or you can email us or call us directly.
We don’t use receptionists, so when you call or email you get directly either Ian or Gina, who can answer any questions you may have about your condition, prior to making a booking.Β
Many insurance companies will cover the cost of running injuries and we work with many insurance companies.
If you wish to use insurance please ensure you contact us so we can arrange the correct authorisation.Β
Please note many insurance companies will only cover treatment by a Chartered Physiotherapist, if this is the case with your insurance you will need to book in with Ian rather than Gina. Ian is our chartered Physiotherapist.
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What Our Clients Say About Us

Zoe Statters
October 20, 2022
Always upbeat, friendly, offers useful advice & service is always top notch, suggestions and treatments that actually work!

Barry Elkington
September 5, 2023
I went to the clinic for a running gait assessment with Ian. No specific injury problems, but from the wear on my running shoes I knew there was something not quite right. A very professional approach to not only analysing my style but also identifying the cause of the problem. Suggested exercises provided which should help, and the offer to review again in a few months if I sent a video. Couldn't really have asked for more.

John Hayden
September 5, 2023
I attended the Reinge Clinic with a back problem and painful right hip caused by some rather over enthusiastic running. Gina immediately identified the underlying cause and over three sessions together with her recommended exercises the problems have been resolved. A very friendly and professional service. I would definitely recommend the clinic.

Simon Perkin
September 5, 2023
I was introduced to Gina & Ian, the owners, who are in the process of transferring their long established business in Bristol to Kenilworth in Warwickshire. A few weeks earlier, I had a calf strain & over the years, my calfs have tended to be tight with me pulling my calf 18 months ago & some 10 years or so. Despite this, I have managed to get back, ran a half marathon in 1.29, 5k in sub 20 minutes & represented my country at 5k, 1500m & 800m. I have, however, always worried about calf niggles. I went to see Ian in his impressive Kenilworth practice. He did both a running gait & complete assessment, a bit of treatment & recommended no running for 6 weeks & 2 specific exercises which would take me no more than 10 minutes each day. I did not need to see Ian again but was determined to get back running & preferably injury free. Over the next 6 weeks, I continued with the exercises & started walking. After easing back into the running, I can now confidently report that I have ran 3 park runs in sub 22 minutes, jogged 2 hours & my calfs feel so good. As a precaution, I will book in to see Ian again in the next few days. What I like most about both Gina & Ian is that they are professionals, on your side & wanting to get to the root cause of the real problem; something many other health professionals just don't do. I can fully recommend both Gina & Ian. Thank you for your advice & support.

Debbie Cooper
September 5, 2023
I began seeing Gina towards the end of 2020 due to having severe back pain. I have a lower lumbar fusion and 2 slipped discs. After a thorough inspection and assessment Gina was able to begin her diagnosis and spec out a plan for me. At the point of first meeting Gina I was in so much pain that I could barely be touched and now I am able to train, run and cycle again without feeling pain. I am now undergoing running assessments to understand where my issues are, how to rectify them safely and set realistic goals.

Ciprian Ormenisan (Chip)
September 5, 2023
I used The Reinge Clinic to help me with my gait as I was training for the London Marathon. My running technique was all wrong, but with their help, it improved significantly, and I finished my first marathon at the age of 46. The sports massages kept me in top form and free from injuries. I would give them 5 stars and will definitely return to them in the future!

Lesley Waldron
September 5, 2023
Gina has become my βgo toβ therapist for all my training niggles and injuries as well as for many of my clients. I enjoy her no nonsense approach that addresses so much more than the specific joint or muscle causing me discomfort. I tend to learn a lot from each appointment and I am convinced it has helped both my running as well as my own work with personal training clients. Gina keeps me running and keeps me working β both of which I love, so I thoroughly recommend her. I even recommend a visit even if youβre not injured! She can help you improve your posture and technique as well as help with race recovery.

Jason Lammie - Ultra Runner
September 5, 2023
My injuries were compounded after seven years of throwing money at Physiotherapists. Running was painful and nowhere near the pace I was. I rang Ian in March with the view that it would be a few months out of running. Ian performed a gait assessment and identified the issue immediately. Although I have a long road ahead, I have run more monthly mileage than I have for the past three almost four yearsβ¦ Heβs worked nothing short of a miracle. I would recommend this clinic over most in the region & Iβve been to a few.

Erik Downey - GB Triathlon
September 5, 2023
As a G.B. Age group Triathlete I have used Ianβs services for several years. He is very efficient at finding the cause of the problem and also treating the symptoms. I initially sought help for stress fractures and with his assistance was able to overcome these and compete in 6 Ironman events without any major injury issues. During my build phase I would attend Ianβs clinic on a monthly basis to ensure my body was given a once over. Ian would be able to spot minor issues and imbalances before they became a problem allowing to continue my training. Thank you Ian for helping me achieve my goals. The only advice I can give is donβt delay seeing Ian as the problem is unlikely to go away on its own.