Running & Movement Assessments in Highlands Ranch

Want to Improve Your Performance, Prevent Injury, and Move Better?

At Fick PT & Performance, our Running and Movement Assessments are designed to uncover exactly how your body moves — and what may be holding you back. Whether you’re a runner, weekend warrior, or competitive athlete, we help you move more efficiently, train smarter, and avoid injury before it happens.

What Is a Movement Assessment?

More Than Just a Gait Analysis

Our comprehensive movement screening goes far beyond simply watching you run. We evaluate your entire kinetic chain — how your joints, muscles, and nervous system work together through complex movement patterns.

What to Expect During Your Assessment

Step 1: In-Depth Performance Interview

We begin with a one-on-one conversation to learn more about your athletic background, training history, any past injuries you've experienced, and your specific performance goals. This dialogue allows us to fully understand your needs and tailor the assessment process to what truly matters to you.

Step 2: Functional Movement Testing

Next, we’ll guide you through a series of controlled movement tasks designed to evaluate how your body moves in action. These may include movements like squatting, lunging, jumping, sprinting, and single-leg balance drills. We also assess your mobility and flexibility to get a full picture of how well your joints and muscles are working together. Throughout this process, we observe your form, stability, and control, identifying any compensations or patterns that could affect your performance or lead to injury.

Step 3: Data-Driven Insights

To further enhance the analysis, we can incorporate advanced tools such as the VALD Dynamo, VALD Forceplates, and slow-motion video breakdowns of your running form or sport-specific movements. These technologies provide us with objective, quantifiable data that precisely highlight areas where inefficiencies or imbalances may exist. With this detailed insight, we can accurately pinpoint areas for improvement and track your progress over time.

What Happens After the Assessment — and Who It’s For

Once your movement assessment is complete, we provide you with a detailed report that breaks down your current strengths, highlights movement inefficiencies, and identifies any patterns that may increase your risk of injury. With these insights, we create a fully personalized performance plan designed to help you move better, perform at a higher level, and train with purpose. Depending on your needs, your plan may include corrective exercises, targeted strength and stability work, neuromuscular control drills, or sport-specific retraining focused on your goals.

This type of assessment is a powerful tool for many different people. If you’re a runner who keeps dealing with recurring injuries, an athlete looking to improve your form and efficiency, or someone recovering from an injury and preparing to return to sport, a movement evaluation can make a huge difference. Even if you’re not currently in pain, the assessment offers incredible value for fitness enthusiasts who want to improve the way they move or address discomfort that tends to show up during workouts or activity. It’s also an ideal option for anyone who simply wants to better understand how their body functions and take a proactive approach to long-term physical health.

The benefits go beyond injury prevention. A movement assessment can help you improve your biomechanics, train more efficiently, and uncover hidden imbalances that may be holding you back. With a deeper understanding of how your body moves, you’ll have a clear and actionable plan forward — one that’s built around your specific needs, goals, and potential. Whether you’re an athlete, a runner, or someone who just wants to move through life with more strength and control, this assessment is a smart first step.

Some Frequently Asked Questions About Running & Movement Assessment

How long does the assessment take?

Most sessions last around 45–60 minutes, depending on your needs and goals.

Do I need to be injured to get a movement assessment?

Not at all. In fact, this type of evaluation is best used proactively — to avoid injury and improve form before pain or problems begin.

What should I wear to my appointment?

Wear athletic clothing and running or training shoes — something you’re comfortable moving in.

Will I get a training plan after the assessment?

Yes — we’ll provide a customized corrective and performance program based on your assessment findings.

Ready to Take the First Step Toward Better Movement?

At Fick PT & Performance, we believe that knowledge is power — and when it comes to your body, understanding how you move is the key to unlocking your full potential. Whether you’re training for a race, recovering from an injury, or just want to move more efficiently and without pain, our movement assessment gives you the clarity and direction you’ve been missing.

We’re here to help you move smarter, train better, and stay ahead of injury — starting today.

Schedule your personalized movement assessment at our Highlands Ranch clinic.
Appointments available within 48 hours. No referral needed.