Making a gradient in PS so that it follows path.

Hello everybody.
I've got this query regarding Photoshop.

Just like one can create a text which follows a certain path, similarly, is there a way through which i can make a gradient which follows a path ?

I know many of you would suggest the "Shape Burst" gradient type.
But that doesn't give me the desired result.
"Shape Burst" actually creates a gradient perpendicular to the path line.

I want a gradient running parallel to the path...
I've already googled for its solution but found no appropriate answers.
Please help.