Videotaped gait analysis is most beneficial for anyone who has experienced chronic foot pain or fatigue. However, it has also been beneficial for people with knee, hip, and back pain. Videotaping also allows for the detection of a functional short leg; women sometimes notice that 1 pant leg is always shorter. The person may notice that they are better or worse with certain shoes or barefoot. It is also beneficial for athletes looking to improve their performance. This has been used in our Killingly office on office workers, weekend athletes, triathletes, and even one Olympic hopeful. But it is not just for athletes. This technique has allowed several elderly people to stand longer during the day, effectively allowing them to move and function for more hours each day with less pain.
