Explore my Services
At The Body Mechanic, I offer a range of specialist services—including movement assessments, gait analysis, one-to-one sessions, and small group rehab classes—all designed to support your recovery and help you reconnect with your body.
Every service is grounded in a holistic, person-centred approach, because no two bodies are the same—and recovery shouldn’t be either. Together, we’ll work to restore balance, build strength, and help you move with confidence again.
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Initial Assessment
Your initial assessment is all about understanding you. We'll talk through your symptoms, lifestyle and goals then carry out an assessment to identify whats really going on. From there we will explain our findings clearly and create a personalised treament plan to help you move better and feel confident in your recovery.
We get to work..
In the world of traditional podiatry, orthoses, insoles and arch supports tend to be the main treatment strategy.
But in truth they’re over-used.
Foot and ankle injuries don’t only originate at the site of the pain, but are often caused by a wider issue. Compensatory movements due to lack of mobility, stability, strength and lifestyle are all contributors.
Using external support and focusing only on the symptoms does not cut it if the main GOAL is long-term sustainable foot health and optimal function. Long-term use of orthoses can cause muscle weakness and joint stiffness. I’ve found that failure to address the underlying problems often leaves you with a higher risk of re-injury, plus, they’re costly! In short, don't put anything under your foot that you don't need.
We have to put strength back into the foot, look at whole body combining a top down, bottom up approach - remember everything is connected..
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AiM method delves into the intricate biomechanics of the human body looking at how asymmetry affects our posture, movement patterns and breathing. AiM will allow me to help you to address musculoskeletal imbalances, alleviate pain, and optimise overall function and performance. I will be able to analyse postural imbalances and dysfunctional movement patterns, the ultimate goal is to bring the body into a more balanced state, enhancing overall well-being and athletic performance
Initial Assessment
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Using a pressure plate and video analysis I can begin to understand where your imbalances lie and start to form a plan of how to address this. I know how debilitating pain can be and how it affects your wellbeing , making everyday tasks seem difficult and challenging. A full gait analysis will give you an opportunity to see movement in slow motion. I see the same patterns in everyone, one side is doing more, some areas move easily - others don't. The body finds a way to get the job done even if it isn't efficient.
Quick wins can be made by choosing the right shoes or trainers to help support you, however this can be extremely confusing because of endless choices. Let me help you get on the right track.​
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