The Sportsphysio injury clinic provides gait analysis and biomechanical assessment in Cumbria and South Scotland.

We believe that a skilled practitioner is essential when it comes to analysing the foot and its actions. Most problems are not limited to simple pronation or supination of the foot.

A gait problem may lie with other structures of the body and a thorough, skillful assessment of your biomechanics, including foot, lower limb and spine is our standard approach.  For this reason, we prefer to use the term biomechanical assessment, of which gait analysis is only an element.

The outcome of the assessment will let us know where the problem lies. This will open up various treatment pathways, adapting them to find the right combination for you.

• Some problems can be rectified with manipulation, adjustment and exercise programmes.
• Core strength training can improve posture, leading to a more efficient gait (walking pattern).
• Orthotics and specific exercises can be used to correct problems with the foot itself.

Why we are different

The Sportsphysio.com takes great pride in being one of a very few clinics to look comprehensively at the body as a whole, allowing you to obtain your very own “blueprint” of how your body’s biomechanics affect your sport and every day activity.

This profile allows you to understand your posture, technique, range of movement and flexibility.

Advice on how to utilise this and adapt where necessary, reduces unnecessary strain on soft tissues and joints and helps prevent injury.  Your agility, performance and personal best can be greatly improved.

• Independent – The Sportsphysio gait analysis and video capture systems are our own. We do not tie ourselves to orthotics or footwear manufacturers and as a result feel that we offer a completely unbiased, professional service based on sound science and clinical based evidence.
• Skill- We have an in depth knowledge of the body’s mechanics and the physical and mathematical processes involved in measuring it’s movement.
• Open minded – Biomechanical or gait problems can have many causes, not all of which can be solved by orthotics.  Our thorough assessment allows us to determine the best advice or treatment approach for you.
• Flexible – When orthotics are required, The Sportsphysio practitioners have access to a number of quality suppliers and specialist orthotists, to allow us to achieve your perfect orthoses.
• Adaptable – We know that every body is different, so we will never use a “one style fits all” approach.  Instead we can help you get the best from what nature has given you, fine tuning each individual.

The Sportsphysio biomechanics assessment

A typical biomechanics assessment at The Sportsphysio clinic will take into account any problems you may be experiencing, your activity and aspirations.  Our comprehensive assessment includes:

• Full postural analysis
• Joint and muscle function tests
• Comprehensive assessment of your foot function
• Pressure measurement of your active foot
• Video analysis

Who is biomechanical and gait analysis suitable for?

We work with elite and amateur sportsmen and women to help improve performance and reduce injury risk, but anybody who experiences mechanical back pain, hip, knee, ankle or foot problems can also be greatly helped by analysing the body’s biomechanics and gait.

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You can even buy your Biomechanics Assessment voucher online for yourself or possibly to treat a friend for Christmas or their birthday.  Your voucher will be e.mailed to you and all you need to do is call us to arrange your appointment.

Gift vouchers for the Sportsphysio clinic are an easy Christmas or birthday present for a friend or relative.

Choosing an ideal gift is the annual challenge, so why not try something different and give a Sportsphysio.com gift voucher. Available in a number of values, vouchers make an ideal, value for money, easy Christmas or birthday gift.

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Unique gift

Gift vouchers can be exchanged for a wide variety of treatments at our Carlisle clinic.  These include;

• Neck / Shoulder release
• Shoulder mobilisation
• Functional feet
• Back treatments
• Sports /Deep tissue treatment

You do not have to be injured to take advantage of the services of The Sportsphysio.com.   A simple 30 minute clinic session can relieve day to day stress and strain, whilst also giving the opportunity to relax.

Situated to the east of Carlisle, in the rural village of Warwick Bridge, The Sportsphysio.com has been trading for over 10 years, specialising in soft tissue and spinal problems.

Manual techniques remain at the forefront of our treatments, so you will not just be sent away with exercise leaflet.

Easy Christmas / birthday gift

For the ultimate in easy Christmas or birthday gifts, our vouchers are even available via our secure online shop.

We will e.mail them to you or pop them in the post and take the hassle out of your present shopping.

Gift vouchers can be purchased as a single treatment session or for added value, in multiples of three.

Postal vouchers will be sent via first class Royal Mail and  Sportsphyio.com vouchers are valid for three months from the date of purchase.

Treatment sessions usually last around thirty minutes.

Vouchers have no cash value and can be redeemed against treatments at the Sportsphysio Carlisle clinic, including gait analysis.

Sportsphysio.com Vouchers

New Client – Single Session £45.00 Existing Client – Single Session £35.00 New Client – Three Session Saver £110.00 Existing Client – Three Session Saver £100.00 Biomechanics / Gait Analysis £75.00

Specialising in gait analysis and biomechanics, we believe that a skilled practitioner is essential when it comes to analysing the foot and its actions.

Because the gait problem may not lie with the foot itself, a thorough skillful assessment of your biomechanics, including foot, lower limb and back assessment is carried out.

The outcome of the assessment will let us know where the problem lies. This will open up various treatment pathways, adapting them to find the right combination for you.

• Some problems can be rectified with manipulation, adjustment and exercise programmes
• Core strength training can alter posture, leading to a more efficient gait (walking pattern).
• Orthotics and specific exercises can be used to correct problems with the foot itself.

Prescriptive Orthotics

There are many types of orthotics (specially designed shoe inserts) on the market but where pain and dysfunction need to be rectified, the only solution is an orthotic device designed specifically for your foot.

High quality, state of the art manufacturers, offer us the opportunity to control foot posture and modify pressure distribution with the ability to suit most footwear styles.

We supply various type of orthotic, depending on your needs and budget, featuring the latest in EVA and Co-polymer Carbon technology.

• Custom orthotic manufacture – Locally produced, high quality custom built orthotics.
• Rightstride Orthotics – The Sportsphysio.com provides the full range of Rightstride orthotics.
• Snow sports orthotics – Specialist orthotics for ski boots, snow board boots, ice hockey boots and ice skates.

More information

Gait and Biomechanical analysis – Find out more about our comprehensive service.

The Sportsphysio approach keeps manual skills to the forefront, with treatments tailored to suit the individual.

Conventional and alternative treatment options include, connective and soft tissue techniques, mobilisation, myofascial release, manual lymphatic drainage massage and trigger point therapy.

An extensive range of electrotherapy equipment helps to aid diagnosis and treatment, including ultrasound, interferrential, microcurrent and laser.

Expert biomechanical assessment and gait analysis techniques are employed where necessary.

What conditions can be treated?

You do not need to have a sports injury or joint problem to benefit from our treatments.  Some of the soft tissue techniques are excellent for alleviating the symptoms of Fibromyalgia or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, whilst the specialised technique of Lymphatic Drainage Massage is very helpful to those who have had lymph glands removed or damaged due to surgery.

• Sports and soft tissue injuries
• Rehabilitation following fractures or surgery
• Back and neck pain, spinal disc problems and sciatica
• Joint, muscle and ligament problems
• Knee and shoulder conditions
• Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction / Syndrome (TMD).
• Repetitive strain & overuse injuries
• Migraine and headaches
• Stress / tension
• Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and MS
• Menopause symptoms
• Postural dysfunction
• Nerve pain

Signature treatments

• Neck / Shoulder release
• Shoulder mobilisation
• Functional feet
• Back treatments
• Sports /Deep tissue treatment

Frequently Asked Questions

How many treatments will I need?
As each condition and person is different, it is difficult to tell how many treatments may be required. However, generally three or four sessions is sufficient and some people may only need one.

How long do treatment sessions last?
Your initial consultation may take a little longer and can last about 45 to 60 minutes. Follow up treatments are 30 minutes.

Do I need to be referred by a Doctor?
You do not need a Doctor’s referral to attend for assessment or treatment but sometimes it may be necessary to refer back to them if NHS medical imaging or consultant referral is required.

If you have private health insurance, they may require a referral or signed form by your Doctor in order to authorise reimbursement of treatment charges.

Does my Medical Insurance cover the treatment?
Our treatments are recognised by many insurers, but policies can vary and it is always wise to check with them beforehand.

You will need to be insured for Sports Therapy treatment or Alternative therapies. being insured for Physiotherapy is not always an indicator that our treatments are covered.

Will you contact my doctor?
Subject to your approval we can communicate where necessary with your GP or consultant.

We pride ourselves on out professionalism and if we feel this type of treatment is not right for your condition we will refer you to your GP or Consultant.

Can I see a private consultant?
Yes. We have direct arrangements with some of the North of England’s leading specialists and imaging centres.

Appointments

Consultation at The Sportsphysio injury clinic is by appointment only.

We can be contacted on 01228 586236 during office hours.

or, e.mail: info@thesportsphysio.com

Our clinic hours are flexible allowing appointments up to 6.30pm.

Weekends are generally taken up by our association with sports people and groups but when we are available, weekend appointments are treated as Emergency only, with a charge of £60.00 per appointment.

Clinic Fees

Your first appointment with us will take a bit more time, usually about an hour. We charge £45.00 for this appointment.

Subsequent appointments (approx 30 minutes) are charged at £35 per session.

Gait analysis - £75 (Approx 1 hour appointment).

Ski boot clinic / fitting service £75.00 (Approx 1 hour appointment).

Emergency Appointments (Weekends or out of hours) if available £60.00 per appointment.

Emergency on site visits (clubs, events and organisations) £60 + mileage over 2 miles of City centre. (Mileage charged at £0.60 pm).  Sorry, no home visits.

Payment

Payment is required at time of appointment by cash or cheque.  Sorry…but due to increased charges from the merchant providers, it is no longer viable for us to accept card payments.

Cheques

The Sportsphysio.com still accept cheques with the clients address written on the back.  We ask you to do this because the cheque guarantee card system became invalid after 30th June 2011.

Cheques should be made payable to: The Sportsphysio.com.

Vouchers are available and make a great gift for those who use sports therapy or rehabilitation services.  These can be purchased via our secure online shop, telephone or e.mail.

PayPal – We have also enabled a facility to allow customers to pay via PayPal using their account, credit or debit cards.  This will be agreed at the time of booking and we will send you a PayPal invoice via e.mail which will need to be paid before your appointment.

You can also pre-pay by using the button below.  Then simply ring us to arrange your appointment.

Don’t worry if you need to change you appointment…we will carry the payment over.  However, if an appointment is cancelled, we will have to charge a refund fee equivalent to that of the PayPal processing charge.  Appointments cancelled without 24 hours notice or non attendance will not be refunded.

Charges are reviewed annually but can be subject to change without notice.

Pre-Pay Options

New Client – Single Session £45.00 Existing Client – Single Session £35.00 New Client – Three Session Saver £110.00 Existing Client – Three Session Saver £100.00

Cancellation Policy

We do require at least 24 hours notice in the event of a cancellation. If we receive less than 24 hours notice, we may not be able to pass your appointment to somebody else and in this case we reserve our right to make a charge for the missed appointment.

What do I need to bring with me?

Reading glasses – if you use them, as you will be required to fill out a simple form on your first appointment.
Details of medications – Please bring details of any prescription medications with you.
Imaging – If you have had private X-rays or scans, you can bring these along to aid the consultation or you may have a previous consultant’s report which is very useful.

Insurance & Legal

Our treatments are accepted by health insurers who provide cover for sports or alternative therapies. We advise that you check with your insurer and ourselves first. A policy which covers you for “physiotherapy”, may not cover you for our treatment at our clinic.

We undertake work at the request of insurers or Solicitors upon their written instruction.
(Please note that fees for treatments and associated reporting may vary depending on requirements).
Please ask for a quotation.

The Sportsphysio injury clinic specialises in gait analysis and biomechanics. Skilled thorough assessment is essential when treating gait problems, with every aspect of biomechanics taken into account from the foot to the spine.

The Foot Problem
As we walk, the foot strikes the ground slightly on the outer side of the heel.  Natural forces encourage the foot to roll inward slightly (pronate) before lifting off using the big toe as a lever. In effect, your foot acts like a spring.

In some feet, this leaning inward (pronation) of the midfoot and heel is excessive and causes strain to the joints and supporting ligaments of the foot.  Painful symptoms in the foot, lower leg and knee may develop with some of the worst cases causing pain in the lower back and loss of core stability. The “spring” effect of the foot is lost.

To prevent this from happening, the heel should remain vertical, the medial arch supported and pressure distributed evenly through the forefoot.

Of course, there are people who place too much pressure on the outside of the foot (Supination).  Although this is not as common, it can also cause foot pain and symptoms such as shin splints.

Many conditions such as heel pain, Metatarsalgia (pain under the toe joints) and Plantar Fasciitis are a sign that something may be wrong with the biomechanics of the foot.

The Solution
Sometimes the problem does not lie with the foot itself, so skillful analysis of your biomechanics, including foot, lower limb and back assessment is carried out.

Manipulation, adjustment and exercise programmes can help to rectify problems with the back or lower limb.

Core strength training can alter posture, leading to a more efficient gait (walking pattern).

Orthotics and specific exercises can be used to correct problems with the foot itself.

Prescriptive Orthotics
There are many types of orthotics (specially designed shoe inserts) on the market but where pain and dysfunction need to be rectified, the only solution is a custom build orthotic designed specifically for your foot.

We use high quality, state of the art materials which offer the opportunity to control foot posture and modify pressure distribution.

Orthotics can generally be custom built within a few days and you will be instructed as to their correct use to allow the body to adjust over a period of time.

Various type of orthotic are available depending on budget, from professionally tailored “ready to wear” right up to bespoke rightstride® D3D and RS devices, featuring the latest in EVA and  Co-polymer Carbon technology.

D3D Orthotics

D3D Sports/Active

The rightstride® D3D bespoke orthotics are produced in EVA.

This enables us to mix base and top material density creating support and comfort in one superb device.

These versatile devices have been PROVEN to remain effective in the harshest of environments as demonstrated by service men and women all over the world.

Neuropathic diabetic patients who require offloading of pressure also benefit from this unique orthotic with its amazing mix of material density.

RS Orthotics

Rs Marathon runner

The rightstride® RS bespoke orthotics are made in co-polymer carbon.

Ultra durable, with a blend of functional control and dynamic flexibility resulting in the shell flexing under loading while remaining semi rigid under normal load.

A solution to the most demanding fashion shoe is here in the fashion fit orthotic and rightstride® provide us with huge range of different devices from the classic to the summer and winter Sports activities.

RSscan Lab’s advanced foot scanning systems and foot plates give accurate gait analysis, foot pressure measurement that will help in foot pain treatment.