Fore foot strike and the patella

[Chartered Physiotherapist]

Thanks Sports-Rx

I will test the hip flexor tightness today. Are the variations in FFS always due to the speed, stride length and surface incline or is there more to it in terms of teaching different techniques?

[Sports_Rx]

Thanks Sports-Rx

I will test the hip flexor tightness today. Are the variations in FFS always due to the speed, stride length and surface incline or is there more to it in terms of teaching different techniques?

Variations are those you mention plus ROM, strength and flexibility of posterior chain and of course Core issues. Also some variation in landing - mid foot, more on toes etc. Ideally it would be good to see patient running to assess what's going on biomechanically in addition to other msk & neuro testing.