Gait analysis
Do you want to know how you walk and if there are any improvements you can make to your gait? You can have your walking pattern analyzed in our gait lab. We refer to this as gait analysis.
A gait analysis from Protec
How does it work?
Video recording
You will gain insight into your walking pattern and the strain on your body while walking on your prosthetic leg through video footage. Additionally, it can be assessed whether any adjustments to your prosthesis are necessary.
Force measurement
Through a special force measurement plate, we can see how the forces are distributed across your body. This information can be used by the prosthetist to better align your prosthesis.
Feedback
You will review the footage together with the prosthetist or movement analyst. You can see (also in slow motion) how you move with the prosthesis and what improvements can be made. This input can be utilized for any potential gait training.
We are only happy, when you are
"Mr. Bakels wears two upper leg prostheses. He had two internal knee prostheses that were rejected by his body, requiring the amputation of both his legs. The doctor who treated him told him that at his age he would never be able to learn to walk again with prosthetic legs."
Read Rob's story
A few years ago, Carla shared in her previous experience story how, after the amputation of her legs and arm due to dystrophy, she unexpectedly learned to walk again with her prosthetic legs. Since then, she has taken enormous steps – both literally and figuratively. Carla has started running on blades and she talks more about it in the interview. "Running really feels like freedom to me!"
Read Carla's story
"It’s all handled in a very helpful and friendly manner. The communication with the prosthetist is excellent. They work in a very customer-friendly and service-oriented way. I am listened to and seen, and they truly act according to what I want and need. We work together to figure out the solution that suits me the best."
Read Henk's story
