In this era of “refinement and personalization”, our demand for “health” and “comfort” is quietly upgrading. As the “foundation” of the body, the feet bear the weight of the whole body all year round, but are often ignored by us. But now, a technological dark horse is gradually coming into the public eye, bringing a revolutionary upgrade to foot health: the three-dimensional foot scanner.
So, where can this “black technology for scanning feet” be used?
1⃣ Foot health assessment: walk longer and walk more steadily
In the hospital rehabilitation department, orthopedic clinic, and sports medicine center, the three-dimensional foot scanner has become an important tool for assessing the health of patients’ feet. By accurately collecting data such as the relevant dimensions of the sole, the arch structure, and the symmetry of the foot, doctors can more scientifically judge foot abnormalities, such as flat feet, high arches, and eversion of the feet, providing a basis for the design and rehabilitation of corrective insoles.
2⃣ Athletes’ secret weapon: win at the starting line from the “foot”
The training of professional athletes is inseparable from the extreme requirements for body details.
The 3D plantar scanner can tailor-make insoles or sports shoes for athletes, effectively reducing sports injuries and improving lower limb stability and explosive power. Many marathon runners, basketball players and football players have included it in their daily physical assessment process before training.
3⃣ Shoe customization: make every pair of shoes made for you
Traditional shoe sizes only consider length, but ignore the width, height and pressure distribution of the foot. Through 3D plantar scanning, users can obtain a unique “foot ID”, and brands can provide personalized customization services based on this. Whether it is leather shoes, sports shoes or health shoes, they can achieve accurate matching of “one foot, one version”, greatly improving wearing comfort and support.
4⃣ Elderly health management: guard every step from the feet
With age, the fat pads of the feet of the elderly become thinner and their gait changes, which makes them prone to unstable walking and falls. Plantar scans not only help detect degenerative changes in the feet, but can also be used to monitor early signs of chronic diseases such as osteoporosis and diabetic foot, assisting family doctors or care teams in implementing more precise interventions.
