As an athlete, nothing is more frustrating than hitting a plateau in your performance. Training regimens and skilled coaches are incredible assets and can dramatically improve outcomes and help you reach new gains. Sometimes, however, it’s the body standing in its own way, and this can lead to frustrating months of stalled progress.
Movement analysis is one way Elite Chiropractic and Sport is going above and beyond to help athletes train and perform better. No more stuck sessions and no more repetitive injuries that feel like two steps forward, three steps back.
Discover new technology in movement analysis, how athletes are taking advantage to reach new performance levels, and why adding a chiropractor to your performance team will make all the difference in how you train.
What is Movement Analysis for Athletes
Movement analysis is the use of video recording and software analysis designed to pinpoint movements of the human body in high-quality detail. Going beyond what the human eye can detect, movement analysis technology can capture:
- Weak points
- Asymmetries
- Balance
- Restrictions
- Hesitations
- Strength
- Flexibility
- +More
Examples
- Asymmetrical response times from the left and right arms, showing a faster response time in the right and a delay in the left shoulder
- A weak leg that buckles ever so slightly with pressure or prolonged intensity
- Tension in the neck that creates back pain and restricted mobility
How Does Movement Analysis Work?
Movement analysis for athletes is a combination of movement analysis technology and video captures, with instruction and overview from a professional chiropractor. At Elite Chiropractic and Sport, we use Kinetisense Movement Technology.
Kinetisense is an advanced form of movement technology for athletes that does not rely on wires, patches, or controlled environments. Using our front-facing camera, Kinetisense can record you in your natural athletic environment: running the track, hitting a baseball on the field, or stretching in a dance studio.
Combined with AI-powered technology, Kinetisense follows movements as given by your chiropractor. At Elite, we listen to what challenges you’re facing to tailor the movements specifically to you and your sport. Kinetisense provides a detailed report within minutes.
Our trained chiropractors consult the program and results to give you personalized training and PT exercises, plus chiropractic treatments to help strengthen, release, and relieve what is holding you back.
Movement Technology for Athletes to Improve Training
Identify Weak Areas Prone to Injury
Most athletes hit plateaus because their body experiences repetitive injuries. It may be inflammation, strained muscles, tight spots, or other occurrences that prevent moving forward. Safe, healthy training is the first and foremost goal. When injuries recur, you can’t push forward to new levels.
Movement technology plus chiropractor analysis finds the root of the injury. We go beyond the injury to look at referred pain, tension, weak points, and more that your body has to overcompensate for. When the distribution of work is evened out, the body performs better.
Improve Balance, Strength, and Flexibility
You may be facing a plateau in performance because your strength, balance, or flexibility isn’t where it needs to be. This can be hard to evaluate based on performance and training alone. Sometimes, our bodies appear to be working correctly, when something minute is actually working behind the scenes.
Stop guessing what areas you need to work on and get a focused, detailed plan that compares strength, balance, and flexibility across all areas that matter. This information allows for better recovery and more personalized training that targets the exact areas you need to improve to go further in your performance.
Correct Asymmetries in Performance and Compensation
A balanced body is a healthy body. Unfortunately, most sports are asymmetrical in nature, focusing more on the dominant side to carry you through your swing, bat, or leap. This is why athletes are encouraged to cross-train for body balance. It’s hard to stay even, though, and asymmetrical performance can be what is causing a plateau.
Movement technology for athletes showcases exactly how asymmetrical strength and flexibility can harm your progression. See where small, uneven details are coming into play. It may be pulling your body to one side, causing undue strain, or even restricting movement. Find it, fix it, and move forward in better health.
Catch Injuries Before They Happen
A plateau in athletic performance could be because your body is overworked and at its breaking point. You may have stalled in your progression because the body is working overtime to prevent an injury from occurring.
Get experienced eyes on your movements, plus data-backed analysis of what is really going on. Catching inflammation, strains, and overuse first means you can treat the underlying cause for a healthier way forward. Stop putting your body at risk and get gains that last longer and aid your goals.
Evaluate Performance and Progress for Personalized Adjustments
No training program is based on “set it and forget it.” The body responds differently over time, either strengthening or adjusting to compensate for weak areas. When you can more quickly analyze how your body is reacting to a training program, and with highly detailed data, you can more easily adjust what you’re doing.
This prevents athletes from training exercises that aren’t working towards their goals. Make sure areas are actually getting stronger, your flexibility is supported by strong, stable muscles, and your physical therapy is healing instead of covering up other issues.
Elite Chiropractic Movement Analysis Will Take You Further
It’s not just about movement technology; it’s about a team of experienced professionals who want to take you further. At Elite Chiropractic and Sport, athletes are our focus. Our chiropractors are specially trained in sports performance, and we offer sports recovery tools that provide well-rounded care, from warm-up to recovery.
Work with a team that cares about you. We offer Kinetisense Movement Technology for athletes because we know it will work for you. Call today to discover how to recover, train, and push past persistent plateaus that keep you from moving forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is movement analysis for athletes?
Movement analysis uses high-quality video recording and specialized software to closely evaluate how an athlete’s body moves. It identifies issues such as weak points, asymmetries, balance problems, mobility restrictions, strength deficits, and flexibility limitations that may not be visible to the naked eye.
How does movement analysis help athletes break through performance plateaus?
Movement analysis pinpoints hidden physical limitations or compensation patterns that can stall progress. By identifying the root causes—such as uneven strength or restricted mobility—athletes receive targeted corrections that allow them to train more effectively and move past plateaus.
What technology does Elite Chiropractic and Sport use for movement analysis?
Elite Chiropractic and Sport uses Kinetisense Movement Technology, an advanced, camera-based system that captures movement without wires or sensors. It allows athletes to be analyzed in natural environments while AI-powered software generates detailed reports within minutes.
Can movement analysis help prevent sports injuries?
Yes. Movement analysis can identify early signs of overuse, inflammation, strain, or compensation before a full injury occurs. Addressing these issues early helps athletes reduce injury risk and maintain consistent, healthy training.
How are movement analysis results used in treatment and training?
Trained chiropractors review the movement data and create personalized plans that may include chiropractic care, physical therapy exercises, and targeted training adjustments. These plans are designed to improve balance, strength, flexibility, and overall performance based on the athlete’s specific needs.
About the Author
Dr. Bross is the owner of Elite Chiropractic and Sport. He serves as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. His unique approach to individualized patient care is based on the evaluation and treatment of the “whole” person.
Dr. Bross is a leader in the promotion of health and wellness. He has accumulated an extensive knowledge of the musculoskeletal and nutritional components of the human body. He is skilled in the Graston Technique, Active Release Technique, and Sports Medicine.
