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Gait – the movement of our limbs during locomotion. Our gait changes as we move faster or slower, as well as when we change terrain.
Many people have poor gait mechanics that limit their ability to perform to their fullest potential. Sometimes this limitation results in pain. Other times there may be no pain, but perhaps diminished power, speed, or strength.
Gait is really how we move in any environment, hopefully in a natural movement. There will always be times when movement isn’t quite “natural,” such as skiing or rowing. But by adapting to our environment we can move efficiently and effectively.
The loss of proper gait often comes from injury patterns, both past and present, poor movement habits developed over time, and overall health. Believe it or not, your health and particularly your nutrition can actually influence your gait.
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Dr. Stephen Gangemi "Sock Doc"
I'm a board-certified chiropractic physician and clinical nutritionist with a passion for true natural health care. I implement dietary & nutritional therapies, exercise & movement practices, and lifestyle changes along with manual therapy techniques to help the body heal and prevent illness and injuries.
Frankie says
Hey Doc,
I have PF,lower back pain,lateral knee pain,especially when i run,dance,go up or down stairs.And alot of trigger points.So,I just started going to a new chiropractor who also has a physical therapist facility.One problem with my treatment protocol is that this office has me doing mostly stretches and hardly any manual therapy.The Chiro wants me to get a MRI.Which i’m ok with to rule out a bunch of things.Like sciatica,bulging disc,nerve issues. The chiro thinks that my lateral knee pain is coming from my back and most likely not from trigger points.About a year ago i had x-rays and an mri done on my knees and both came back clean.I think i should probably find a new physical therapist who focuses solely on manual therapy.As for the chiro i think i’m going to find a new one but will still proceed with the mri.Also,have you tried on or anyone you know use Skora running shoes?Thanks
Sock Doc says
Yeah they seem to be okay though I have no personal experience with them.
Joshua says
Hey Steve just wondering if my groin injury which isn’t healing could be causing itb pain in opposite leg also? This was onset after doing a few 20 minute aerobic runs, also My groin was supposedly torn which video is there advice on groin problems.
Sock Doc says
Sure could – check out the gait articles on this site.