Pilch Specialist Services

RUNNING GAIT ANALYSIS

Whether you're just starting out or already have a marathon or two under your belt, our  running gait analysis service can help you find the perfect running shoe.

Many of the painful foot and knee injuries experienced by runners are caused wearing the wrong running shoe. Using gait analysis we are able to gauge levels of pronation or 'rolling in' of the ankles and from this, recommend the right type of shoe to fit the specific requirements of the runner.

How is the analysis carried out?
By taking a short, six second video clip of you running on our treadmill, we can analyse the movement of the foot frame by frame and establish the level of support required. This can be repeated showing the effects of the support and stability offered by different types of running shoe.

Our running gait analysis service is free of charge and available to all Pilch customers. No appointment is necessary and the analysis may be carried out in bare feet or while wearing your existing running shoes.

NEW IN STORE: FLASHFIT INSOLES - for your feet, your sport and you!  

We are delighted to announce that Pilch Sports now stock and fit FlashFit insoles - 75% cutomizable insoles designed to meet the individual demands of you and your sport.  

Everyone has their own personal morphology - or foot type - that leaves a unique footprint, like walking in wet sand. The many differences that exist between feet - from high arches to flat feet, width and length, and simply between the left and right - have a direct link on the body's posture and comfort.  It's therefore difficult to see how mass-produced foot wear can adapt to all these different foot types.  

Using unique fitting techniques, Pilch Sports will help create the perfect insole for you and your sport. Through providing optimum comfort and support, FlashFit insoles will enhance your performance and help prevent and alleviate common problems - including sprained ankles, cramp and backache. FlashFit insoles are available for specific activities and include FlashFit Run, FlashFit Bike and FlashFit Trek. A generic FlashFit Sport is also available.

For more information visit Pilch Sports or call 01603 697162.