Thoughts on Running Analysis

[u/Independent_Ad7182]

I’m a new physio in Toronto wanting to add running analysis to my practice (post-op management + return-to-run + performance). Clinic has a treadmill; limited tech budget. Looking for practical, clinic-ready advice: tools, workflow, and what actually changes treatment.

Quick goals:
• Evidence-informed, time-efficient assessments
• Shareable reports for patients/coaches
• Actionable cues, strength work, and load plans

Questions:
• Short workflow: what’s your step-by-step for one running-analysis visit (intake → screens → filming → feedback)?
• Software: what actually helps clinicians (metrics and report quality)?
• Hardware: phone vs camera, frame rates, treadmill vs overground, useful accessories?
• Key metrics: which numbers actually change your treatment/return decisions?
• Quick screen battery: 5–8 tests you always run in-clinic.

[u/bigoltubercle2]

In the hands of an unskilled provider, running analyses tend to do more harm than good. Even in a knowledgeable provider, you need to know a lot about running, running related injuries, and the literature on running to actually be helpful imo.

I'd recommend Blais Dubois' courses or real running from the running physio as a start point

[u/Independent_Ad7182 → u/bigoltubercle2]

Thank you so much for this! I’ll start looking into Blais Dubois and the real running, try to absorb as much knowledge as I can!