Gait Analysis Masterclass: Form Problems & Solutions with Jessica Wulke, DPT

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Oct 10, 2024

Jessica Wulke, a dual board-certified physical therapist, shares her expertise in gait analysis. She discusses common gait issues like hip drop and foot pronation, and how these can affect performance and lead to injuries. Jessica emphasizes the importance of strength training to enhance running form and prevent injuries. She also outlines a timeline for retraining running technique and the role of balance in maintaining optimal biomechanics. Runners looking to improve their efficiency will find valuable insights in this enlightening conversation.

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ADVICE

Equipment for Gait Analysis

Use a high-speed camera like an iPad with specialized apps for gait analysis.
Ensure the treadmill allows for multi-plane viewing.

INSIGHT

Root Cause Analysis

Gait analysis identifies the root cause of running injuries, which may differ from the pain location.
It examines the entire body from top to bottom.

INSIGHT

Common Gait Issues: Hip/Core Weakness

Hip and core weaknesses are common and significantly impact gait.
These weaknesses can lead to issues further down the kinetic chain (knee, ankle).

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Want to run faster with fewer injuries? Take a look at your gait.

Jessica Wulke is a dual board-certified specialist physical therapist in orthopedics and sports. She has extensive experience treating professional athletes and continues to treat athletes in the NFL and the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders.

Jessica was the leading gait analysis and running injury therapist at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation.

We talk about:

The basics of gait analysis for runners
Common issues that gait analysis can identify, like hip and core weaknesses
Hip drop, crossover gait, and foot pronation or supination
How strength training can help your form and prevent injuries
The expected timeline for retraining running form
How running form impacts performance
How to be proactive in staying strong and reducing injury

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