What are the functions of plantar scanner

The core role of the plantar scanner

1. Accurately obtain the three-dimensional structural data of the foot

Morphological digitization

Through 3D laser or optical scanning, quickly generate a three-dimensional model of the foot, accurately measure key parameters such as foot length, foot width, arch height, toe arrangement, with an error of ≤1 mm;

Biomechanical line assessment

Combined with lower limb force line data (such as ankle-knee-hip joint alignment), assist in determining the mechanical roots of problems such as X/O-shaped legs and flat feet.

2. The basis of customized correction design

Personalized insole modeling

Based on the three-dimensional model of the foot, design a support structure that adapts to the arch curvature and calcaneal angle, and optimize the fit and functional division of the insole (such as arch support and forefoot cushioning);

For special needs (such as prevention of diabetic foot ulcers), decompression grooves or customized contact surfaces can be generated.

Adaptive correction goals

According to different problems such as X/O-shaped legs and high arches, adjust the material hardness and thickness distribution of the insole to improve the lower limb force line deviation in a targeted manner.

III. Tracking and iterative optimization of correction effects

Monitoring of morphological changes

Regularly scan and compare the arch height, calcaneal angle and other data before and after correction to quantitatively evaluate the improvement of foot structure;

Dynamically track the changes in foot stability during walking (such as reduced frequency of arch collapse).

Dynamic adjustment of the scheme

Based on the tracking results, optimize the support point position or arc curvature of the insole to improve the long-term correction effect.

IV. Scientific research and health management applications

Disease prevention and early screening

Through the foot morphology database, identify early signs of problems such as flat feet and hallux valgus in adolescents;

Assist in formulating group foot health intervention strategies (such as monitoring of arch development of students).

Sports and rehabilitation research

Analyze the correlation between athletes’ foot morphology and sports injuries, and optimize sports shoe design;

Explore the mechanism of the influence of abnormal foot structure on scoliosis and knee joint degeneration.

Typical application scenarios

Medical field: personalized insole design and effect verification for patients with X/O-shaped legs and flat feet;

Children’s health: monitoring arch development and preventing structural foot diseases in adolescents;

Footwear industry: developing smart shoes with different sizes and functions based on big data of foot shapes.

The plantar scanner has become a core tool for foot structure correction and health management through high-precision three-dimensional modeling and dynamic analysis. It is particularly good at solving the problem of force line deviation from a morphological perspective, but its value can only be fully realized in combination with professional medical diagnosis.