In the world of foot health management, the plantar pressure distribution system is gradually becoming a “standard” technology. Whether it is the hospital rehabilitation department, orthopedic clinic, or sports training center, it is used to accurately obtain the force of the sole of the foot.
But did you know? This technology is actually divided into two modes: dynamic detection and static detection. What is the difference between them? Which groups and scenarios are they suitable for? Today we will analyze it in detail.
Static detection: scientific analysis of “standing firm” under your feet
The so-called static detection is that a person records the force distribution of the sole of the foot through a plantar pressure sensing device while standing still. This method emphasizes the stability of the feet when they are stationary and the balance of pressure distribution.
In the static detection, the system will show the force comparison of your left and right feet when you are standing, the arch support, the degree of center of gravity deviation, and whether there is an overload on one side.
Suitable for the following groups:
Balance assessment for the elderly
Workers who stand for long periods of time (such as teachers, shopping guides)
People with arch problems (flat feet, high arches)
People who need static analysis of foot shape before orthopedic insoles
The advantages of static testing are: simple operation, suitable for rapid initial screening, and easy to observe the impact of body posture on the soles of the feet.
Dynamic testing: Every step is talking
Dynamic testing records the pressure changes of each frame of the soles of the feet as you walk. This test can clearly show the force changes in each stage of a complete gait cycle, such as heel landing, arch transition, and forefoot push-off.
The core of dynamic data lies in the “process”, which can reveal:
Whether the steps are smooth and coordinated
Whether there is compensation or imbalance between the left and right feet
Which part bears too much pressure, leading to potential injury risks
Gait parameters such as cadence, stride, support time, swing time, etc.
Dynamic testing is more suitable for the following groups:
Runners, athletes, rehabilitation trainers
Functional evaluation in the postoperative recovery stage
Early screening of high-risk groups for diabetic foot
People with long-term foot pain but can’t find the cause
The combination of the two is the key to a comprehensive assessment
Many people think that the plantar pressure system only needs to do one mode, but it is not. Static testing can help us find structural problems, while dynamic testing reveals functional problems. For example, a person has a normal arch when standing, but collapses when walking, which is difficult to find by static testing.
Therefore, professional plantar pressure analysis often recommends **”static + dynamic dual testing”**. The complementarity of the two modes can not only help doctors make a more comprehensive diagnosis, but also provide a reliable basis for customizing insoles and designing training programs.
Understand every step and walk healthier
Every time you stand and walk, it is a feedback of your health status. The plantar pressure distribution system allows us to see clearly what our feet are doing, what they are compensating for, and what problems they are hiding from a dual perspective of static and dynamic.
Technology makes health more transparent. If you are experiencing foot discomfort, sports injuries, or just want to understand your body posture, you might as well try the plantar pressure system to understand the story of your every step.
