Motion Analysis Services
The Brooks Motion Analysis Center (MAC) is a specialized clinical and research assessment facility focused on gait and movement impairments in people of all ages. We use innovative technology, expert clinical examination and biomechanical analysis to advance rehabilitation science and clinical practice. Our goal is to improve recovery and performance in individuals with neurologic and orthopedic impairments.
Motion analysis is a powerful tool used to capture and measure movement. This cutting-edge technology provides detailed, quantifiable information that can be used for the assessment and development of interventions to improve your recovery and performance. Motion analysis quantifies muscle activity, joint motions and forces during movement.
How does motion analysis help you?
Our clinical programs focus on assessment and intervention programs for individuals with neurologic and orthopedic impairments. There are many ways we can help, but most commonly we assess standing and walking in adults and children.
Clinicians and physicians often refer to us to help figure out ‘why’ someone may have difficulty walking, standing or balancing. We also assess athletes to determine when it is safe to return to sport after injury or before injury to help improve performance and prevent injuries.
Our assessments include detailed data, key findings and rehabilitation recommendations to develop an individualized report that is provided to your healthcare provider to assist in clinical decisions related to your care.
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. We also need to see how your body moves and ensure our sensors stick to your skin.
What to wear:
- Short sleeve 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
- Hair tie to pull up long hair
- NO LOTION or body oils/sprays
Schedule 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, or call our center with any questions. Call (904) 345-8967, fax (904) 345-8978 or email [email protected].
Our locations
To find your nearest Brooks location or the Motion Analysis Center, visit our location page.