Running Orthotics & Gait Analysis Cirencester
Struggling with Running Injuries or Recurrent Pain? Run Stronger, Reduce Injuries, and Improve Performance
If you’re dealing with ongoing niggles — whether it’s foot pain, shin splints, knee discomfort, or Achilles issues — your running mechanics could be the missing piece.
At Active Therapy Clinic, we combine detailed gait analysis, expert physiotherapy, and custom orthotics to help you run more efficiently and stay injury-free.
Why Runners Get Injured
Running places repeated stress through your body (3-8 times your body weight).
When your mechanics aren’t optimal, that stress builds up — leading to injury.
Common running injuries we see:
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Shin splints
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Knee pain (runner’s knee)
Often, these are linked to how your foot strikes the ground and transfers force.
What Is Gait Analysis?
Gait analysis is a detailed assessment of how you run.
At Active Therapy Clinic, this includes:
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Foot plate analysis of your running technique
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Assessment of foot strike and loading patterns
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Analysis of alignment through foot, knee, and hip
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Identification of inefficiencies or overload patterns
Why it matters:
Small inefficiencies, repeated thousands of times, can lead to injury.
What Are Running Orthotics?
Running orthotics are custom-designed insoles that support your foot and improve biomechanics while you run.
They are tailored specifically to:
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Your foot shape
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Your running style
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Your injury history
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Your training demands
How Orthotics Help Runners
Orthotics are not just about comfort — they’re about improving how you move.
They help by:
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Improving foot alignment
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Reducing excessive pronation or instability
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Redistributing pressure
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Enhancing shock absorption
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Supporting more efficient running mechanics
The result:
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Reduced injury risk
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Less pain during and after running
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Improved consistency in training
Do You Need Running Orthotics?
You may benefit if:
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You have recurring injuries
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Pain returns when you increase mileage
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You’ve tried different shoes without success
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You feel unstable or inefficient when running
Orthotics are especially useful when combined with a structured rehab and strength programme.
What Else Is Important for Injury-Free Running?
Orthotics are just one part of the solution.
We also focus on:
✔ Strength Training
Improving load capacity in key muscles.
✔ Running Technique
Optimising efficiency and reducing strain.
✔ Load Management
Balancing training volume and recovery.
✔ Mobility Work
Ensuring good movement through key joints.
Our Approach at Active Therapy Clinic
We take a performance-focused, evidence-based approach.
Your assessment includes:
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Full running gait analysis
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Foot biomechanics assessment
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Strength and mobility testing
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Injury history and training review
From there, we create a tailored plan that may include:
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Strength and conditioning programme
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Running technique coaching
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Injury rehabilitation with Physiotherapist or Osteopath
Run Better, Longer, and Pain-Free
Running shouldn’t be a cycle of injury and frustration.
With the right support, you can:
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Reduce pain and injury risk
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Improve efficiency and performance
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Train consistently and confidently
Book your gait analysis today and take your running to the next level.
