Gait Analysis
See how your walking pattern loads your feet and where ulcers may form, in India.
A diabetic foot gait analysis in India studies how you stand and walk, measures the pressure under each part of your foot, and pinpoints the areas most likely to develop an ulcer so they can be offloaded before the skin breaks down. At Elegance Diabetic Foot & Ulcer Clinic (EDFC), gait analysis is directed by Dr. Ashutosh Shah and our team at clinics in Surat, Gujarat and Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh.
Why a Diabetic Foot Gait Analysis Matters
In diabetes, changes in the joints, muscles and sensation quietly alter the way you walk. This shifts extra load onto small areas of the sole, and because nerve damage hides the pressure, a callus and then an ulcer can form without warning. The IWGDF 2023 guidelines highlight high plantar pressure as a leading mechanical cause of foot ulcers, making gait analysis a valuable prevention tool.
What Our Diabetic Foot Gait Analysis Includes
- Observation of your standing posture, walking pattern and balance.
- Plantar pressure mapping to locate high-pressure zones under the foot.
- Assessment of joint stiffness, foot deformity and ankle movement.
- Checking for loss of sensation alongside your neuropathy assessment.
- Correlation of pressure points with any current or healed foot ulcer.
- A plan linked to your footwear assessment and offloading needs.
Who Should Get This Assessment
A diabetic foot gait analysis is helpful if you have:
- Recurring calluses or ulcers on the same part of the foot.
- Foot deformity, a collapsing arch, or suspected Charcot foot.
- Numbness or an unsteady, changed walking pattern.
- Uneven wear on your shoes.
- A previous amputation that affects how you walk.
Why Choose EDFC and Dr. Ashutosh Shah
EDFC is India’s first dedicated diabetic foot-care chain, and it treats gait as a direct cause of ulcers rather than an afterthought. Findings feed straight into footwear, offloading and, where needed, surgical planning, all within one assessment and diagnostics service. Under Dr. Ashutosh Shah’s reconstructive expertise, mechanical problems are corrected before they cost you a wound.
What Happens After Your Assessment
You receive a plan to redistribute pressure, usually custom insoles or offloading footwear from your footwear prescription, plus ongoing preventive diabetic foot care. If a deformity is driving the pressure, options including corrective surgery are discussed to give the foot a safer walking pattern.
Book Your Diabetic Foot Gait Analysis
Catch pressure problems before they become wounds. Message us on WhatsApp (+91 83205 00350) or book a consultation with Dr. Shah in Surat or Vizianagaram.
This page is educational and does not replace an in-person assessment or diagnosis. Please consult a qualified specialist about any foot deformity, callus or walking difficulty.