Motion Analysis Services
We use innovative technology, expert clinical examination and biomechanical analysis to help patients of all ages improve their gait and movement. Our specialized clinic, Brooks Motion Analysis Center (MAC), is also a research assessment facility that works with patients with motion impairments for further analysis.
How can motion analysis help you?
Doctors and therapists refer patients to us to find out why they have trouble with walking, standing or balancing.
Our clinical programs are designed for adults and children with neurological conditions (affecting the brain or nerves) or orthopedic conditions (affecting bones, joints or muscles).
Our motion analysis technology provides detailed information about:
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Muscle activity
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Joint movement
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Forces used during movement
This information helps therapists and physicians assess and improve recovery and performance.
Motion analysis for athletics
We also help athletes improve performance and stay safe by either helping them understand how to prevent injuries or determine if it is safe to return to sport after an injury.
What to Expect
An assessment includes:
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Detailed movement data
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Key findings about your movement
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Personalized rehab recommendations
A report is created for your healthcare provider to help guide your care and treatment decisions.
Specialty services provided
This clinical program focuses on evaluating individuals with neurologic or orthopedic diagnoses that affect walking and standing function. We identify key movement impairments, as well as interventions, to promote recovery.
For more information, please see the MAC Walking Assessment Guide.
Our pediatric clinical program serves children with neurological or developmental disorders whose impairments may impact walking function. We identify key impairments to provide recommendations to guide rehabilitation, identify orthotic needs, and aid in surgical planning/recovery.
For more information, please see the MAC Walking Assessment Guide.
This program focuses on athletes with sports-related injuries and provides a comprehensive assessment to identify key concerns that may limit a safe return to competitive sports activities. Our testing highlights issues such as limb asymmetries and abnormal movement patterns or compensations that could lead to re-injury if not addressed.
For more information, please see the MAC Sports Assessment Guide.
This program is focused on performance enhancement and injury prevention in the non-injured athlete. The goal is to help athletes stay healthy and provide an edge on the competition. We use motion analysis and clinical assessment to provide customized recommendations for injury prevention and performance improvement. A detailed, individualized report and training recommendations are provided.
A primary goal of the Brooks Motion Analysis Center is to advance rehabilitation science through engagement and leadership in research. MAC team members apply their advanced clinical and biomechanical expertise to understand the effects of injury on movement control and recovery of function. We work with multidisciplinary collaborators to understand how the neuromuscular system controls movement and responds to interventions. The MAC works synergistically with the Brooks Clinical Research Center and MAC team members are key contributors to the Neuromuscular Research Program.
Preparing for an appointment
To complete a motion capture assessment, the cameras need to be able to ‘see’ your arms and legs move freely. The clinicians also need to see how your body moves and ensure the sensors stick to your skin. Here are some best practices to follow when preparing for your appointment to make the session as effective as possible.
Please make sure to wear:
- Short-sleeved shirt or tank top
- Loose-fitted shorts that can be rolled up, or spandex
- Bathing suits are acceptable
- Properly fitted shoes that do not cover the ankles
Please make sure to bring/do the following:
- Hair tie to pull up long hair
- NO lotion or body oils/sprays
Request an assessment
If you are interested in an assessment, please complete or have your healthcare provider complete our MAC Referral Form and return it to us via email or fax.
Contact us
Phone: (904) 345-8967 | fax: (904) 345-8978 | email: [email protected]
Center location
The Motion Analysis Center is located in Healthcare Plaza on University Blvd. at 3901 University Blvd S, Suite 101, Jacksonville, FL 32216