Application of plantar scanners in the medical field

Plantar scanners are primarily used in the medical field in the following areas, combining high-precision 3D modeling with biomechanical analysis technology:

1. Diagnosis and Assessment of Foot Diseases

Flatfoot/High-arch Foot Screening

Millimeter-level scanning (±0.5mm) quickly captures arch height, contact area, and other data, assisting physicians in quantitatively assessing the severity of arch abnormalities and distinguishing between pathological and physiological flatfoot.

2. Customized Rehabilitation Program Development

Customized Orthotic Devices

Orthotic insoles are created based on 3D foot model data (e.g., in STL format), precisely aligning arch support points and improving force distribution.

Postoperative Rehabilitation Monitoring

Dynamic comparison of pre- and post-operative foot morphology changes (e.g., arch reconstruction surgery) to assess correction outcomes.

3. Biomechanical Research and Teaching

Foot Anatomy Teaching

3D models visually demonstrate the three-dimensional structure of the foot's 26 bones and 57 joints, assisting in medical education.

Technical Advantages: Non-contact scanning prevents secondary injuries, the entire process is automated (scan to report generation takes less than 3 minutes), and data is traceable for long-term health management.