“Biomechanics” is defined as the scientific specialty that deals with the application of the principles and methods of engineering and technology in the study, understanding, treatment and rehabilitation of the human musculoskeletal system. More specifically, podiatry biomechanics includes the study of posture and gait, with the aim of treating and restoring the function of the foot and its correlation with the rest of the musculoskeletal system.
It is a fact that people who do sports either professionally or as a hobby often suffer from injuries. Such injuries are usually due to increased pressure on the legs during sports activity. For example, when we run the body absorbs up to 3 times its weight in each step. Research has shown that 79% of those who run systematically as a way of exercising, are injured within 1 year and 70% of these injuries recur. Lower limb injuries account for 72% of all running injuries.