Running Analysis
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR RUNNING GAIT ANALYSIS
Spend one hour with Dr. Brian Damhoff, DC, MS, a chiropractor with over 17 years of experience coaching high school track and field, currently at Naperville Central. By combining clinical insight with years of on-the-track experience, Dr. Brian provides a well-rounded, practical approach to running analysis.
As a former collegiate track and field athlete at Lewis University and an avid runner who has completed over 10 half marathons and numerous 5Ks, Dr. Brian understands the demands and challenges runners face—whether it’s overcoming pain, chasing performance, or preventing injury.
This session goes far beyond a typical gait screen. It’s a comprehensive, research-driven running analysis designed to help you run smarter, more efficiently, and pain-free.
AFTER YOUR SESSION YOU WILL RECEIVE:
A detailed email summary of everything discussed
Personalized strength and mobility exercise recommendations, including video links
Whether you’re preparing for a race or looking to enjoy running without discomfort, this analysis gives you clear, actionable strategies tailored specifically to your body and goals.
CONSULT
We begin with a one-on-one consultation covering your current training, past injuries, and future goals. This sets the foundation for a truly personalized experience.
SHOE EXAM
Running shoes reveal a lot. We examine the wear patterns on your shoes to spot early indicators of imbalance or compensation—even before watching you run. Bring a pair with some mileage for the most accurate insights.
MOVEMENT & STRENGTH ASSESSMENT
This is a key part of the evaluation. We assess your strength, mobility, and flexibility side-to-side to uncover any imbalances that could contribute to injury or inefficiency in your gait.
VIDEO ANALYSIS
Rather than using a treadmill, we film you running outside to capture your natural gait. Video is recorded in slow motion from multiple angles—side, front, and rear—to identify inefficiencies or biomechanical issues.
If you have an iPhone, we’ll AirDrop the videos to you immediately. Otherwise, we’ll send them via email.
CUSTOM EXERCISE RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on your assessment, you’ll receive targeted exercises to address what we found. Every recommendation includes video demonstrations to ensure proper form and adherence.
Cost: $100.00
This includes the full one-hour session, movement and gait analysis, exercise plan, and follow-up resources.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Runners dealing with chronic injuries like shin splints, knee pain, or IT band syndrome
Athletes seeking to improve running form, stride efficiency, or race performance
High school, college, and recreational runners training for 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons, or marathons
Anyone returning to running post-injury who wants to prevent future setbacks
LOCATION
This running gait analysis is offered in-office at Elite Performance Institute in Naperville, IL, and serves runners from Aurora, Plainfield, Bolingbrook, and the greater Chicagoland area.