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Gait Analysis DIERS 4D Mallorca

DIERS 4D gait analysis in Palma de Mallorca: biomechanical posture, gait and plantar pressure analysis. Custom orthotics. Book appointment.

Orthopedics & Traumatology Ärztekammer Nordrhein
Sports Teacher Diploma German Sport University Cologne
Sports Medicine Additional Qualification
Manual Medicine Additional Qualification

The DIERS 4D gait analysis is one of the most advanced biomechanical measurement systems in the world. At our practice in Palma de Mallorca, we simultaneously assess multiple aspects of your musculoskeletal system:

  • 3D spinal measurement — Using raster stereography (light projection), the entire spine is mapped in three dimensions without any radiation
  • Posture analysis — Detection of scoliosis, pelvic tilt, shoulder asymmetry and vertebral blockages
  • Dynamic gait analysis — Recording of your gait pattern in 4D (three spatial dimensions plus time)
  • Pedography — Measurement of plantar pressure distribution during standing and walking
  • Leg length discrepancy — Precise measurement of functional and anatomical differences

The combination of these measurements provides a comprehensive picture of your biomechanics — from the feet through the knees and pelvis up to the cervical spine.

The gait analysis at our practice in Palma de Mallorca follows this process:

  1. Preparation — You remove your upper clothing (the back must be visible) and stand barefoot on the measurement platform.
  2. Static measurement — A light pattern is projected onto your back and the 3D shape of the spine is captured.
  3. Dynamic measurement — You walk several times across the pressure measurement plate. The system records your footprints and gait pattern.
  4. Analysis — The software generates colour maps and 3D models of your posture and pressure distribution.
  5. Consultation — Dr. Diedrich explains all findings in English and creates a personalised treatment plan.

The entire examination takes approximately 20-30 minutes and is completely painless and radiation-free. Where needed, custom orthotics can be prescribed immediately afterwards.

Gait Analysis for Athletes in Mallorca

Mallorca is Europe's most popular sports destination — and biomechanical overloading is the most common cause of recurring sports injuries. Dr. med. Heiko Miguel Diedrich is a certified sports scientist (Diplom-Sportlehrer) and active athlete. He understands the biomechanical demands of different sports from personal experience.

Sport-Specific Applications

  • Runners and triathletes: Running mechanics analysis, pronation/supination, push-off force — prevention of runner's knee, shin splints and Achilles tendon problems
  • Hikers: Foot pressure distribution under load, optimal orthotic fitting for mountain hiking
  • Cyclists: Pelvic position and leg length discrepancy — affects saddle position and can cause knee and back problems
  • Golfers and tennis players: Stance analysis and rotational stability

From Diagnosis to Treatment

Gait analysis never stands alone. The results feed directly into your treatment plan: bespoke orthotics, manual medicine for vertebral blockages, or targeted muscle training for imbalances. Athletes with overuse injuries also benefit from whole-body cryotherapy at -110°C to reduce inflammation and speed recovery. For knee complaints, we work closely with our knee orthopaedics programme.

Contact and Appointments

Book your gait analysis at our practice in Palma de Mallorca. Call us: +34 971 68 43 45. We speak English, Spanish and German.

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What Our Patients Say

4.9 (20 reviews on Google)
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Alison Tudor
2026-03-20

First visit and I left very satisfied. Doctor Diedrich is very professional, and very knowledgeable. The Clinic has the latest technologies, and it is a place that inspires confidence.

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Dmitry K
2025-12-09

Perfect, thank you, the visit was professional and detailed.

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Soraya Croci
2026-03-15

Competencia, profesionalidad y empatía. Entendió perfectamente mi problema y como ayudarme en solucionarlo.

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Nadine
2026-03-20

Ich habe mir hier eine Zweitmeinung eingeholt und werde aktuell mit Stosswellentherapie behandelt. Die gesamte Praxis und das Team empfinde ich als ausgesprochen angenehm. Alles ist sehr modern und sauber, und man merkt sofort, dass sich hier wirklich Zeit fuer die Patienten genommen wird. Der Arzt selbst ueberzeugt durch seine ruhige und geduldige Art. Er erklaert alles sehr ausfuehrlich, ohne Stress und mit grosser Sorgfalt.

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Soraya
2026-03-14

Competencia, profesionalidad y empatia. En un unico lugar, todo lo que buscaba y necesitaba!

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Luciano Girelli
2026-03-13

Se tomo todo el tiempo en explicar y ademas me evaluo toda la rodilla en mi caso, tambien fue muy sincero con las explicaciones. La verdad muy agusto he quedado.

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Barbara
2026-03-12

Me senti muy bien aconsejada. Se ha tomado mucho tiempo para mi dolencia y los posibles tratamientos. Muy recomendable.

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Diana Cabezas
2026-02-28

Excelente especialista, fue directo al problema y a darle la solucion, para tratar mi dolor. Recomendadisimo, gracias Dr Heiko, adicional la atencion y la amabilidad de Julia complementa aun mas la experiencia de haber estado en la consulta del Doctor. Sus instalaciones no solo tienen la ultima tecnologia si no que ademas los detalles hacen toda una experiencia maravillosa.

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Angelica Maria Fernandez
2026-02-27

Excelente trato. Buen ambiente. Super la explicacion. Medico super energico. Buena sintonia. 10 de 10.

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JT
2026-02-19

Ich bin seit kurzer Zeit bei Dr. Diedrich. Die Therapie zeigte schon nach kurzer Zeit Wirkung. Ich bin zuversichtlich, dass ich mein Knieproblem damit loesen kann.

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Mbz
2026-02-14

Trato cercano y personalizado. Buen ambiente. Buenas instalaciones.

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Toni
2026-02-12

Me ha encantado el trato y la profesionalidad, 10 de 10, volveria sin duda, super recomendable.

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Jose Gelada
2026-02-12

Perfecto me atendieron muy bien me informaron de mi artrosis y me estan ayudando. Son muy profesionales. Gracias.

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Jose Lopez
2026-01-30

Aqui tenemos un Traumatologo excelente que tiene tiempo para ti y va al grano de tu problema.

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J. Torres
2026-01-22

Me han hecho esperar mucho. Y no me comunicaban porque.

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Katja Maier
2026-01-07

En este momento pienso que la posibilidad que tiene Dr. Diedrich en su consultorio con este equipamiento es extraordinario! Es como en una clinica! Y su conocimiento es impresionante!

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AH
2025-12-31

Muy buen resultado hasta el momento - totalmente satisfecho.

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Andreas Schroeder
2025-12-31

Alles Top / Beratung und Behandlung / schneller Termin.

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J. Ferragut
2025-12-29

Profesionalidad y modernidad en la maquinaria. Trabaja sobre seguro.

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Jose Manuel Arjona Vargas
2025-11-27

Muy contento con la atencion recibida y el tratamiento a seguir, muchas gracias a doctor y empleados por toda la explicacion y amor recibido.

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Dr. med. Heiko Miguel Diedrich

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Frequently Asked Questions

The DIERS 4D gait analysis is a radiation-free, state-of-the-art system for measuring the spine, body posture and gait pattern. It also measures plantar pressure distribution (pedography). The system creates a precise model of your musculoskeletal system — the 4th dimension is movement, captured dynamically on the treadmill (DIERS 4D motion lab).
You walk barefoot across a pressure measurement plate whilst an optical system measures your back and posture in real time. The measurement takes approximately 15 minutes and is completely painless and radiation-free. Dr. Diedrich then discusses the results with you.
Gait analysis is beneficial for people with recurring injuries (runner's knee, Achilles tendon problems), back pain, foot deformities, leg length discrepancy, post-operative follow-up, and athletes seeking performance optimisation and injury prevention.
Yes, based on the DIERS analysis and pedography results, we create bespoke orthotics. These correct misalignments and improve the biomechanics of your entire musculoskeletal system — from the foot up to the spine.
Yes, gait analysis detects biomechanical imbalances before they lead to injuries. Runners, hikers and cyclists particularly benefit — we can correct loading patterns that would otherwise lead to knee, hip or back problems over time.
Yes, the DIERS 4D analysis works exclusively with light (raster stereography) and pressure sensors. No X-ray radiation whatsoever is used. The examination can therefore safely be performed on children and pregnant women.

Why choose us

Conservative Approach

Precise diagnostics to avoid surgery

Cryotherapy -110°C

Only whole-body cryo chamber in Mallorca

Trilingual

Care in Spanish, German and English

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Specialists in orthopedics, traumatology and sports medicine in Palma de Mallorca.

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