Arkad, Multi-Density 3D Printing for Orthopedic Insoles

Rodin4D, the world leader in computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) in the orthopedic sector, has launched a new solution dedicated to orthopedic insoles. Called Arkad, it is based on a 3-step process: data acquisition from a 3D scan, insole design using dedicated software, and finally manufacturing using 3D printing. Intended for orthopedic professionals, this digital flow allows the creation of personalized insoles in a few hours directly from the practitioner’s office. Rodin4D wanted to offer a turnkey solution that is accessible and adapted to the needs of the profession.

For two years, the French company listened to and identified the expectations and needs of various specialists. These exchanges led to the development of the Arkad solution, which addresses the problems encountered daily by practitioners, such as at-home production or the impossibility of including several densities in an insole.

Arkad has developed a 3D printing solution for custom-made orthopedic insoles (photo credits: Rodin4D)

Arkad, a tailor-made solution for every practitioner

It all starts with the acquisition step, Rodin4D wanted to offer a 3D scanning solution without constraints for the user by leaving them free to choose their preferred method to take an imprint. In concrete terms, thanks to this new 3D solution, the practitioner can take different scans, whether in full-weight, weight-bearing or semi-weight bearing or non-weight bearing mode. Arkad Scan is an application available on iPad and iPhone: a professional can easily scan the feet of his patients in order to design precise and adapted insoles.