Gait analysis. (Product News).
Tekscan
The F-Scan system in-shoe sensor is a noninvasive way to immediately determine orthotic orthotic /or·thot·ic/ (or-thot´ik) serving to protect or to restore or improve function; pertaining to the use or application of an orthosis.
or·thot·ic
adj.
Of or relating to orthotics. efficacy, identify areas of potential ulceration ulceration /ul·cer·a·tion/ (ul?ser-a´shun)
1. the formation or development of an ulcer.
2. an ulcer.
ul·cer·a·tion
n.
1. Development of an ulcer.
2. , screen patients with diabetes and other neuropathic conditions, and observe gait abnormalities. The F-Scan detects, displays and records plantar plantar /plan·tar/ (plan´tar) pertaining to the sole of the foot.
plan·tar
adj.
Of, relating to, or occurring on the sole. forces in real time and links with Windows-based software.
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