A senior woman walking outdoors with labels for gait speed, cadence, power, force, impulse, symmetry, stability, and sway

What We Measure

At MovIQ, we don’t guess. We measure.
Our proprietary system captures the most important biomechanical markers of aging and performance using clinical-grade tools and science-backed analytics.

These are the numbers that reveal decline early, track progress objectively, and guide smarter movement plans.

3D Gait Capture

Spatio-Temporal Analysis

Spatiotemporal analysis breaks down how you move through time and space, revealing patterns the eye cannot catch. It measures subtle timing and symmetry changes that reflect how efficiently your brain and body are coordinating movement. These patterns often shift before any symptoms are felt, making them powerful early indicators of decline. By capturing this level of detail, we can identify risk, track progress, and personalize interventions with far greater precision than traditional movement screening.

  • Gait speed is the rate at which you walk and is widely recognized as a powerful indicator of overall health, functional ability, and longevity.

  • Cadence is the number of steps you take per minute and reflects the rhythm and pace of your walking pattern.

  • Double stance support is the percentage of your walking cycle when both feet are on the ground, and higher values can indicate reduced balance or walking confidence.

  • Step width is the distance between your feet from side to side while walking, and wider steps can signal balance issues or instability.

  • Stride length is the distance covered in one full gait cycle (from heel strike of one foot to the next heel strike of the same foot), and shorter stride length can indicate decreased strength, mobility, or neurological control.

  • Ground contact time is the amount of time your foot stays in contact with the ground during each step, and longer contact times can indicate reduced power, stability, or walking efficiency.

  • Duty factor is the percentage of the gait cycle that your foot is in contact with the ground, and higher values may indicate slower, more cautious walking often associated with decreased strength or balance.

3D Gait Capture

Joint Kinematics

Joint kinematics tell us how well your body transfers force, absorbs impact, and maintains alignment during gait. Subtle limitations in joint mobility or coordination can lead to compensation patterns that increase stress on muscles and ligaments, raising the risk of injury over time. Joint kinematics also reflect the health of your neuromuscular system, revealing how efficiently your brain and body work together to control motion. By analyzing joint movement in real time, we can identify dysfunctions before they become painful, helping you move better, longer, and with less risk.

Initial Contact

  • Trunk rotation at initial contact refers to the natural twisting of the torso when your foot first strikes the ground, helping to maintain balance, forward momentum, and efficient energy transfer during walking.

  • Pelvic rotation at initial contact refers to the forward rotation of the pelvis on the side of the stepping leg, which aids in stride length, shock absorption, and smooth progression during walking.

  • Hip flexion at initial contact refers to the angle at which the thigh lifts toward the torso when the foot first strikes the ground, allowing for proper step length and positioning for shock absorption.

  • Knee flexion at initial contact refers to the slight bend in the knee when the foot strikes the ground, which helps absorb impact and prepare the leg for a stable stance phase.

  • Ankle dorsiflexion at initial contact refers to the upward angle of the foot toward the shin when the heel first touches the ground, allowing for proper foot placement and smooth weight acceptance during walking

Midstance

  • Pelvic drop at midstance refers to the slight lowering of the pelvis on the side opposite the stance leg, which helps with shock absorption and smooth weight transfer during walking.

  • Hip adduction at midstance refers to the inward movement of the thigh toward the body's midline as the stance leg supports the body's weight, helping maintain balance and alignment during walking.

  • Hip internal rotation at midstance refers to the inward turning of the thigh bone as the body moves over the stance leg, contributing to proper alignment, stability, and efficient forward progression during walking.

  • Knee flexion at midstance refers to the slight bend in the knee as the body’s weight is fully supported on one leg, aiding in shock absorption and smooth forward movement during walking.

  • Ankle pronation at midstance refers to the natural inward rolling of the foot as it flattens to absorb shock and adapt to the ground while supporting the body’s weight during walking.

  • Foot rotation at midstance refers to the slight turning of the foot, typically outward, to help align the lower limb, maintain balance, and support efficient forward movement during walking.

Terminal Stance

  • Pelvic tilt at terminal stance refers to the slight anterior (forward) angling of the pelvis as the trailing leg prepares to push off, influencing posture, hip extension, and overall walking efficiency.

  • Hip extension at terminal stance refers to the backward movement of the thigh as the leg pushes off the ground, generating forward propulsion and contributing to stride length during walking.

  • Ankle dorsiflexion at terminal stance refers to the upward flexing of the ankle as the heel lifts and the body moves forward over the foot, storing energy for an efficient push-off.

  • Ankle pronation at terminal stance refers to the continued inward roll of the foot just before push-off, which helps with weight transfer and stability as the body prepares to propel forward.

Swing Phase

  • Foot clearance during the swing phase refers to the vertical distance between the foot and the ground as the leg swings forward, ensuring the foot doesn’t catch and allowing for safe, efficient walking.

Three Paths to Protect Your Mobility Health

🛡️ Prevent

Stop decline before it starts

We detect early changes, often years before a fall, so you can stay strong, mobile, and independent as you age.

⚖️ Manage

Slow or stabilize existing decline

We use your movement data to guide targeted care that lowers fall risk and maintains day-to-day function.

🔄 Reverse

Regain what’s been lost

With expert-guided, data-informed care, many clients rebuild strength, improve gait, and restore balance, even reversing years of decline.