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June 20, 2016  |  By Dr Brad McIntosh In Physiotherapists, Physiotherapy, Running

Running Shoes

Last Updated on July 19th, 2019

What to Look for in Running Shoes?

When updating your running shoes there are a few things to consider – what type of runner you are and how you load your body. Running related injuries are common, with training errors being responsible for up to 80% of injuries. Other factors that contribute to injuries are running technique and footwear.

The primary purpose of shoes is to protect the individual from the effects of repetitive loading. Manufacturers use a variety of materials and various design concepts to achieve this.

There has been a current trend for retail outlets to provide foot analysis in order to guide consumers towards a particular style of running shoe. This can be effective at looking at how the foot functions. They generally assess you in walking and look at your contact pattern, giving you an indication of ankle rolling, if there is increased or reduced arch support and any pressure areas. This might help identify what products are available, however you need to keep in mind that information on how your foot loads is being captured during a small period of time. It does not identify the other factors that are influencing the way you load through your foot during running. Some of these factors are – biomechanics, running techniques, and fatigue.

To gain a better idea of your running gait, consult with a good physiotherapist or sports podiatrist who can perform a running analysis which looks at your biomechanics- stride length, foot contact, joint loading, postural control, etc.

At Sydney Physiotherapy Solutions on top of a running analysis we use software that can analyze you during full range of movement. Dorsa Vi sensors are placed on your body and monitor your movement as you run, or during our screening assessment. It provides us with data that can help reduce injury and improve performance. Visit our website for more information – https://sydneyphysiosolutions.com.au

In summary – What to consider when purchasing your new running shoes?

  • Know your foot and how your body moves.
  • Your new shoes should feel comfortable right away with enough room to move.
  • Ensure the shoes you’re buying suit your running style and the running     surface.
  • Price – more expensive shoes tend to come with new technology, however, there is no evidence to say they are more effective in reducing injuries than a shoe of lesser value. They key is that the shoe suits the way you run.
  • Having more than one pair – research has found that alternating between different running shoes can lead to a 39% lower risk of running related injuries.

Transitioning to New Running Shoes

  • It’s important to know when to replace your shoes and how to transition into a new pair. When you change your running shoes it will cause an alteration to your running pattern, even if the shoe has been chosen to suit your foot mechanics.
  • New shoes can increase the load through the joints and muscles, so ensure that you gradually transition into your new shoes to allow adaptation.
  • As the shoe ages the mileage can cause a decrease in the cushion’s ability to absorb forces. This means that there will be an increase in your stance time – how long you spend on your foot.
  • As the shoe ages you need to learn to adapt to more external load due to the lack of cushioning, such as running surface.

 

Happy Shopping!!

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Dr Brad McIntosh

Although he is one of the most experienced and sought after Doctors of Physiotherapy in Australia, Brad makes all his patients feel like they are #1.

He also leads his team of caring reception staff and expert physiotherapists with the same degree of passion, which is why Sydney Physio Solutions has built the outstanding reputation it has.

Managing Director BSc (ExSci) MPT (Physio) DPT (Physio) CSCS APAM MSMA

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