3D postural analysis for sports physicians

In sports medicine, POSCAN ONE provides a complementary 3D visualization of posture, support, visible asymmetries and compensations. It helps document the athlete or patient over time, supports return-to-activity follow-up and facilitates communication between the sports physician, physiotherapist, podiatrist, osteopath, strength and conditioning coach and other professionals involved.

Why integrate 3D postural analysis into sports medicine?

Posture, performance and prevention

Return-to-activity follow-up

Spine, pelvis and lower-limb analysis

In sports medicine, observation of the spine, pelvis, and lower limbs can be important in the overall analysis of the athlete. Visible asymmetries, postural attitudes, compensations, or differences in weight-bearing can be taken into account during the assessment.

POSCAN ONE allows these elements to be visualized in 3D. The practitioner can observe the posture of the back, the attitude of the pelvis, the orientation of the shoulders and the overall alignment of the lower limbs.

This visualization can complement the medical examination, but does not replace specific tests, imaging or additional examinations when these are necessary.

The main benefit is having a clear visual aid, allowing for documentation of the assessment, explanation of observations, and monitoring of changes over time.

3D postural analysis and sports-related pain

Pain involving the back, pelvis, knees, ankles or lower limbs is a frequent reason for consultation in sports medicine. POSCAN ONE provides a complementary 3D view of posture, helping document visible asymmetries, compensations and postural evolution during follow-up.

3D postural analysis consists of observing and documenting a subject’s posture in standing position from a three-dimensional acquisition. It helps the professional visualize global body organization, visible asymmetries and postural landmarks, without replacing clinical assessment or professional interpretation.

In sports medicine, 3D postural analysis provides a complementary visual view of posture, support, visible asymmetries and compensations. POSCAN ONE helps document the athlete or patient over time without replacing the medical examination, functional tests, imaging or clinical reasoning.

PDF report and sports monitoring documentation

POSCAN ONE generates a structured PDF report from the 3D postural assessment. The document can be given to the patient or kept in the practice’s patient file, providing a clear visual record for follow-up and comparison over time.

Return to activity after injury, a prolonged break or intervention often requires progressive observation of functional recovery. The sports physician can use POSCAN ONE as a complementary visual aid to document posture, mobility, support and visible compensations over time.

Practical applications in sports medicine

POSCAN ONE can be used in several situations encountered in sports medicine.

It can be used during an initial postural assessment, in the monitoring of an athlete, in supporting a return to activity, in the observation of visible asymmetries or in the documentation of a rehabilitation program.

Examples of possible uses:

postural assessment of the athlete;
followed by recovery after injury;
observation of visible asymmetries;
documentation of the spine, pelvis and lower limbs;
monitoring before/after rehabilitation;
exchange with the physiotherapist, podiatrist or physical trainer;
PDF report for the patient file;
explanatory support for the athlete.

3D postural analysis and physical preparation

Monitoring an athlete often involves several professionals: sports doctor, physiotherapist, podiatrist, osteopath, physical trainer, orthotist or coach.

POSCAN ONE can facilitate this coordination by producing a structured visual report. This tool can make it easier to share postural observations, track progress, and maintain a common basis for discussion.

In this context, 3D postural analysis becomes a communication tool. It does not replace the expertise of each professional, but it makes observations more visible and easier to understand.

3D postural analysis and multidisciplinary follow-up

Sports medicine often works in conjunction with physical preparation. In this context, 3D postural analysis can be used as a tool for dialogue between the physician, the physical trainer, and the athlete.

POSCAN ONE allows you to visualize your overall posture and keep a record of your observations. This documentation can help you better understand certain bodily adaptations, track progress, and support a gradual return to activity.

The device does not replace performance tests, strength tests, or specific functional assessments. It provides a complementary postural analysis, useful in a holistic approach.

Benefits for sports physicians

POSCAN ONE: a solution designed for sports medicine

POSCAN ONE is designed for sports medicine physicians who want to supplement their assessments with 3D visualization of posture. The device allows them to observe, document, and monitor the posture of athletes or patients without replacing a medical examination.

It can be used as part of a postural assessment, functional monitoring, return to activity, prevention of imbalances or multidisciplinary support.

In sports medicine, POSCAN ONE provides simple, clear and structured visual support to better explain observations, keep a record of the assessment and monitor changes over time.

Frequently asked questions

Does POSCAN ONE replace the sports physician's examination?
No. POSCAN ONE does not replace the medical examination, functional tests, imaging or the physician's clinical reasoning. It provides complementary 3D visualization of posture.
Does POSCAN ONE establish a diagnosis?
No. POSCAN ONE does not establish an automatic diagnosis. The physician remains in control of their analysis and conclusions.
Can POSCAN ONE be used to monitor return to sport?
Yes. POSCAN ONE allows several acquisitions to be compared over time and helps document observable postural changes during return to activity.
Can the PDF report be shared with other professionals?
Yes, when relevant and within an appropriate framework, the report can support communication with a physiotherapist, podiatrist, strength and conditioning coach, osteopath or orthotist-prosthetist.
Is POSCAN ONE suitable for athlete follow-up?
Yes. POSCAN ONE can complement the athlete assessment with 3D postural visualization, useful for documenting observations and monitoring changes over time.

Integrating 3D postural analysis into sports medicine
POSCAN ONE enables sports physicians to complement their assessment with a 3D visualization of posture, the spine, pelvis, shoulders and lower limbs. It facilitates explanation for the patient or athlete, documentation of the file and monitoring of changes over time.