Tired of running through pain — or not running at all? At The Movement Schopp, our doctorate-level physical therapists use comprehensive gait analysis and sport-specific testing to find the real cause of your injury and get you back to running. Searched for running gait analysis near me? You’ve found the right place.
Too many runners cycle through ice, rest, and generic stretches — only to end up right back where they started. If that sounds familiar, the problem isn’t you. It’s that no one has looked closely enough.
Rest, stretching, and temporary fixes may calm the pain, but they don’t always address why it keeps returning. Without identifying the movement or biomechanical issues behind your symptoms, the same injury can continue interrupting your runs.
Every week spent sidelined can make it harder to maintain the strength, endurance, and momentum you’ve worked to build. Recurring setbacks can also leave you wondering whether you’ll be able to run comfortably again.
Generic exercises and conflicting advice can leave you guessing about what your body actually needs. Without a detailed gait and movement assessment, you may continue training around the problem instead of addressing what’s contributing to it.
At The Movement Schopp, we don’t hand you a printout and send you home. Our running gait analysis in Torrance goes deep — identifying the mechanical root causes behind your pain so we can build a plan that actually sticks. Your first visit is 60–75 minutes, one-on-one with a doctorate-level PT who specializes in runners.
Your first visit is 75 minutes of one-on-one time with a performance PT. We conduct a full running gait analysis, movement screen, and biomechanical assessment to uncover the true driver of your pain — not just the spot that hurts.
Using hands-on manual therapy, targeted therapeutic exercise, and advanced modalities like Blood Flow Restriction and IASTM, we correct the mechanical faults and rebuild the strength and movement quality your running demands.
We don’t just get you back to your baseline — we equip you with the tools, programming, and return-to-running milestones to keep you healthy, strong, and moving forward for the long run.
Whether you’re a recreational jogger or a competitive marathoner, our South Bay physical therapists treat the full spectrum of running-related injuries. We use objective testing — including force plate analysis, dynamometer testing, and return-to-sport assessments — to measure where you are and track your progress back to full performance.
Real results from real patients at our Torrance clinic.
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“Within two weeks, the pain that had plagued me for years was gone.” As a lifelong runner in my late 50s, I endured sacroiliac joint pain for years. Dr. Andrew works with you one on one for the entire one hour session, providing focused individual care. After four months of therapy, not only was I running pain free, but I also shaved a remarkable 34 minutes off my marathon time.
— Odile F.
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“My pain is gone and my shoulder strength and mobility significantly increased.” I had an excellent experience working with Tori, at Movement Schopp, for a shoulder muscle impingement. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and took the time to explain each exercise and the purpose behind it. Thanks to their guidance, my pain is gone. The whole staff was supportive and great to work with.
— Scott T.
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“I can now enjoy a much more active lifestyle.” I was suffering from severe hip and back pain before starting my physical therapy sessions at Movement Schopp. After working with Dr. Daniel Ignatius, I’ve resolved most—if not all—of my pain. Dr. Ignatius has an excellent bedside manner, is extremely attentive, and is genuinely committed to helping his patients reach their health goals.
— Naudia E.
Doctorate-level PTs who are athletes themselves — and treat you like one.
Founder & Performance Physical Therapist. Born and raised in San Pedro, Dr. Schopp specializes in CrossFit athletes, barbell lifters, runners, and golfers. After breaking his knee playing football and going through PT himself, he opened The Movement Schopp for people seeking performance-focused physical therapy.
Lead Performance Physical Therapist. Certified athletic trainer who worked with the San Diego Chargers and Orange County Soccer Club (winning a 2021 championship). Specializes in active adults, youth athletes, post-surgical rehab, golfers, and weightlifters.
Performance Physical Therapist. Born and raised in Torrance, Dr. Porter competed in volleyball and CrossFit. She specializes in CrossFit and functional fitness athletes, runners, and active adults who want to maintain their competitive edge.
Performance Physical Therapist. With a background in neurobiology and 2 years treating runners and triathletes in Santa Monica, Dr. Andrew specializes in endurance athletes, recreational lifters, and post-surgical patients returning to performance.
Performance Physical Therapist. Known for his excellent bedside manner and genuine commitment to patient outcomes. Specializes in treating severe hip and back pain, helping patients return to active lifestyles without limitations.
Our friendly front desk staff ensures every visit is welcoming and efficient. From scheduling your appointments to answering questions, we’re here to make your experience seamless so you can focus on your recovery.
We’re located inside Rolling Hills Plaza at 2601 Airport Dr, Unit 120, Torrance, CA 90505 — just 10 minutes from Downtown Torrance via Crenshaw Blvd and Airport Dr. We’re also near Torrance Memorial Medical Center and just minutes from Palos Verdes Estates. Phone: (310) 751-0635 | Email: team@themovementschopp.com | Hours: Mon–Thu 7 AM–6:30 PM | Fri 7 AM–4 PM | Sat–Sun Closed
Everything you need to know before your first visit to our Torrance clinic.
No — California’s Direct Access law means you can schedule directly with us without a physician referral. You can start your care right away.
Your first visit is 75 minutes of one-on-one time with a doctorate-level physical therapist. We conduct a full evaluation — including a running gait analysis or movement screen relevant to your goals — identify the root cause of your issue, begin treatment, and walk you through a clear plan to resolve it.
Absolutely. Running physical therapy and gait analysis are core specialties at The Movement Schopp. Our PTs use comprehensive running gait assessments, force plate testing, and return-to-running progressions to address injuries like runner’s knee, IT band syndrome, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, and shin splints.
Beyond running injuries, we treat a wide range of orthopedic and sports conditions — including shoulder, hip, knee, back, neck, elbow, and ankle pain — for everyday athletes, CrossFit and barbell athletes, golfers, youth athletes, and post-surgical patients throughout Torrance and the South Bay.
We offer performance-focused, one-on-one care — not the crowded clinic model where you’re handed off to an aide after 10 minutes. Every session is with your PT, every plan is built specifically for you, and we use objective testing tools like VALD force plates and isokinetic dynamometers to measure progress — not just how you feel.
Call us at (310) 751-0635, email team@themovementschopp.com, or book online. New patients receive a discounted initial evaluation. Still have questions? Contact us — we’re happy to help.
We help everyday athletes like YOU bounce back from injuries and get back to performing at their highest levels!
