Advanced Plantar Pressure Analysis for Custom Foot Solutions

Analysis of foot pressures in sports medicine incorporates modern sensor systems to measure the distribution of forces under the athlete’s foot with the intention of performance optimization and injury prevention. For instance, the analysis during running, jumping, or other sport-specific movements can reveal imbalances like excessive force concentration on metatarsal heads, which could be indicative of incorrect footwear or exerted musculature, such as in runners. An example could be given of a basketball player with recurrent ankle sprains who may have uneven pressure distribution along the forefoot and may need custom stability insoles to enhance balance. This type of analysis also assists in training changes, such as reducing the provided heel on the expansion to optimize energy transfer. In rehabilitation, monitoring process in comparison of symmetry of applied loading before and after the injury is done from a surgically placed implant ensures safety of the return to motion. These monitoring systems have been able to reduce overuse injuries by 35 percent and exercise spent efficiency improves by 8 to 10 percent with regular application of foot pressure monitoring systems.