Did you know? The structure of our feet, which we rely on for walking, running, and standing every day, is much more complicated than you think.
As an important structure of the foot, the arch of the foot plays the role of buffering, supporting and stabilizing the body, just like the arch of a bridge. Once the arch of the foot collapses, which is what we often call “flat feet”, it will not only cause foot fatigue, but may also cause chronic damage to the knees, hip joints and even the spine.
So, how to scientifically and accurately determine whether there is flat feet? Although the traditional naked eye observation and footprint analysis methods are simple, their accuracy is limited. Nowadays, with the development of science and technology, an advanced instrument-the plantar 3D laser scanner, is gradually becoming a new favorite for foot health assessment.
What is a plantar 3D laser scanner?
As the name suggests, the plantar 3D laser scanner is an intelligent device that uses laser scanning technology and 3D modeling algorithms to perform high-precision scanning and imaging of the sole of the foot. By fully capturing the shape of the foot, it can accurately draw a 3D contour map of the sole of the foot and calculate multiple parameters such as arch height, foot length, and foot width.
Unlike traditional methods that can only judge the height of the arch in two dimensions, 3D laser scanning can provide three-dimensional data support from multiple angles, providing a more scientific basis for the diagnosis and correction of flat feet.
What are the advantages of using it for flat foot detection?
Non-contact measurement, fast and comfortable
The user only needs to stand barefoot on the scanning platform to complete the scan in just a few seconds, without any contact or discomfort during the process, which is suitable for sensitive people such as children and the elderly.
High-precision data, more reliable results
The error of 3D laser scanners is usually at the millimeter level, far exceeding ordinary footprint plates or visual methods. Its data can be used for clinical evaluation, insole customization, rehabilitation tracking and other links.
Visualization of results for easy interpretation and tracking
The scanning results are presented in the form of images and charts. Users can not only clearly see the shape of the foot, but also compare historical data and track the trend of arch changes.
Widely applicable to the population, helping personalized intervention
Whether it is foot screening during the growth and development period of adolescents, early detection of degenerative deformation in middle-aged and elderly people, or foot health management of athletes in training, the plantar 3D laser scanner can play an important role.
At the same time, it also provides basic data for custom orthopedic insoles, making the correction of flat feet more targeted and comfortable.
Technology protects foot health, starting with “feet”
As people pay more attention to healthy living, more and more hospitals, rehabilitation centers, sports medicine institutions and even professional insole brands have begun to introduce three-dimensional laser scanning technology for the soles of the feet, promoting the development of foot health management in a more refined and intelligent direction.
