Could it be that the elderly are walking unsteadily because of the deformation of the plantar struct

Modern people are paying more and more attention to foot health, especially in physical examinations for children and adolescents. "Flat feet" has become one of the most concerned issues for parents. In addition to traditional observation methods and X-ray examinations, many institutions and hospitals have begun to introduce the plantar pressure plate device. So, for people with flat feet, is the plantar pressure plate test really accurate? Today we will give you a detailed answer in plain language!

What is a plantar pressure plate?

The plantar pressure plate is a high-tech device that uses pressure sensing technology to capture changes in plantar force. When people stand or walk naturally on it, the system will record the force conditions of each area of the plantar in real time, and generate a visual pressure distribution map, center of gravity trajectory map and gait curve map.

It's like you walk on the beach, and your footprints will reveal the force conditions of your soles. The pressure plate is the "electronic beach", which is more scientific and more accurate!

Can flat feet be accurately detected by the pressure plate?

The answer is: Yes, and it is even very accurate!

For people with flat feet, arch collapse and abnormal force distribution are exactly what the pressure plate is best at capturing. Specifically, it can be seen from the following aspects:

1. The force image of the plantar is intuitive

The pressure map of people with normal arches shows "forefoot + heel" force, and the middle arch area has low pressure; while flat feet are "a large area of red", and the midfoot area is also obviously under pressure. Doctors can judge the degree of arch collapse at a glance.

2. Gait pattern reflects foot function

The pressure plate can measure not only static but also dynamic. During walking, people with flat feet often have excessive inversion, medial overpressure, unstable gait and other phenomena, which can be accurately recorded to provide data support for doctors to formulate rehabilitation training or insole correction.

3. Quantifiable analysis of arch indicators

Through system calculation, a series of parameters such as arch index, pressure distribution ratio, center of gravity offset rate, etc. can be obtained. This is more objective and scientific than simple naked eye observation.

Pressure plate ≠ diagnostic end point, but the beginning

Although the plantar pressure plate test is very accurate in judging flat feet, it is not the only basis. Doctors usually make a comprehensive judgment by combining clinical examination, medical history, X-rays, plantar scanners and other means.

For children and adolescents, early use of pressure plate testing can effectively screen potential foot problems and avoid missing the golden intervention period. For adults, it can guide insole customization, posture training, and rehabilitation direction.

Plantar pressure plates are not only accurate, non-invasive, and visual, but also fast and efficient. They have become an important tool for foot disease diagnosis and treatment at home and abroad. Especially for people with flat feet, it can provide intuitive and quantitative evaluation results, helping doctors and patients to "see and explain clearly."