By Tempus 3D with Guest Contributor: Crux Laboratory
Over the next 9 weeks us here at Tempus 3D have partnered with Crux Laboratory in Calgary Alberta to give some insights on how a modern workflow with 3D printing has changed foot orthotics. We’re excited to collaborate with another Canadian company to show how seamless a transition to a digital workflow can be, and how 3D printing can be the best way to make an orthotic
Introduction:
Orthotic care is undergoing a transformation. While traditional methods for diagnosing and treating foot issues have long been effective, the pace and precision of modern digital technologies are setting new standards in the industry. In the coming weeks, we hear insights from clinicians who’ve made the switch to a fully digital workflow, sharing how it has enhanced both their practice and patient outcomes! Partnering with Tempus 3D, clinicians now have a seamless end-to-end solution that not only improves efficiency but also boosts patient satisfaction.
Challenges of Traditional Orthotic Processes:
Historically, creating custom orthotics was a hands-on, labor-intensive process. Clinicians would take manual measurements, create molds, and often make repeated adjustments. Many steps were involved, with practitioners sending molds to labs and awaiting returns—a process that added time and room for error. While this approach worked, it was unfortunately far from efficient and often delayed timelines.
Why Digitize and Partner with a 3D Printing Specialist?:
Moving to a digital workflow has brought about dramatic improvements. Today’s clinicians use advanced foot scanners, which capture precise measurements and eliminate the need for physical molds. This digital data is used to make 3D models of the desired orthotic, which is then sent directly to Tempus 3D, where it’s used to produce orthotics with precision through state-of-the-art 3D printing technology. This workflow allows for quick turnaround times and a consistently high-quality fit, enhancing the comfort and effectiveness of orthotics for patients.
A Better Patient Experience:
For patients, the benefits are immediate. With a streamlined process, from the initial consultation to receiving their orthotic, they experience quicker turnarounds, fewer adjustments, and ultimately improved comfort and outcomes. Having Tempus 3D as a dedicated partner ensures that each orthotic is produced quickly and with a high degree of accuracy, is setting a new benchmark for patient care!
A Quick Comparison: Traditional vs. Digitized:
Traditional Workflow: Relies on manual molding, longer production times, and often leads to a less precise fit.
Digitized Workflow with Tempus 3D: Faster, highly accurate, and offers a degree of customization that traditional methods can’t achieve, thanks to the expertise of Tempus 3D.
Conclusion:
By adopting a digitized workflow and partnering with Tempus 3D for 3D printing, clinicians are enhancing the quality of care they deliver, providing precise, custom-fitted orthotics in a fraction of the time. As technology advances, the orthotics field will continue to evolve, bringing even better outcomes for patients. Embracing these innovations is an investment in the future of orthotic care—and one that both patients and clinicians are excited to be a part of! Next week we will take a bit of a closer look at what kinds of 3D scanners can be used, stay tuned!
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