Among people who are concerned about foot health, the term “foot laser 3D scanner” is becoming more and more common. Especially in the fields of customized insoles, corrective shoes, rehabilitation and physiotherapy, professional institutions are almost inseparable from this equipment.
So, what exactly does this instrument do? What are its principles, functions, and suitable people? Today, let’s use an article to help you understand it comprehensively.
1. What is a foot laser 3D scanner?
The foot laser 3D scanner is a high-precision foot shape detection device. Through laser line scanning and image recognition technology, it performs three-dimensional stereo modeling of multiple parts such as the sole, instep, and arch of the foot to capture the structural details and dynamic data of the foot.
Compared with traditional manual measurement or impression, it is more accurate, fast, visual, and has extremely small errors. It is often used in medical orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, and insole customization.
2. What can it do?
1. Accurately measure foot shape data
It can measure more than ten key parameters such as foot length, foot width, arch height, instep curvature, heel tilt angle, etc., to help determine whether there are abnormal foot shapes, such as flat feet, high arch feet, foot eversion, inversion, etc.
2. Analyze force and gait
Some high-end models can also combine dynamic analysis modules to monitor gait rhythm, plantar force distribution, landing center of gravity and other information, providing a scientific basis for sports rehabilitation and insole correction.
3. Support personalized customization
Based on the scan data, you can quickly build a personal foot model and import it into a 3D printing system or CNC equipment to customize insoles, orthopedic shoes, sports shoes and other products, realizing the real meaning of “made for you”.
4. Early detection of foot health risks
Scanning data can reveal imbalances in foot structure, such as differences in foot length, uneven load, arch collapse, etc., which can help early intervention to avoid the development of chronic pain or dysfunction.
3. Who is suitable for use?
1. People with foot structure problems
Such as flat feet, high arches, X-shaped legs, heel tilt, obvious difference in foot size, etc. Scanning can accurately identify the root cause of the problem and provide a reference for orthopedic treatment.
2. People with foot pain or recurrence of old injuries
Including patients with common foot diseases such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, metatarsalgia, etc. Laser scanning can be used to observe changes in foot structure and assist rehabilitation treatment.
3. People who work for long periods of time
Such as teachers, nurses, tour guides, couriers, etc., the scanning data can be used to customize decompression insoles, relieve fatigue, and improve foot support.
4. Athletes and fitness enthusiasts
Foot scanning can help analyze gait and prevent sports injuries. It is especially suitable for marathon runners, mountaineering enthusiasts, basketball players and other people who have high requirements for foot stability.
5. Adolescents in the growth and development period
The bones of children and adolescents have not yet been finalized. Early detection of foot abnormalities and intervention can help avoid chain problems such as knee and hip joints when they grow up.
