Print custom orthotics right in your clinic.
From your patient's foot scan to finished orthotics in hours, with no manual work. Built by a podiatrist for foot care professionals worldwide.
Why Podform3D
- In-clinic manufacturing, full clinical control, margins kept in your practice.
- Orthotics ready in hours, not weeks. No lab callbacks, no follow-up appointments.
- Autonomous belt printer: 72+ hours unmanned operation, runs while you treat patients.
- Zero dedicated fabrication staff, zero dust, zero waste.
- Operational in 48 hours with full training and unlimited support.
The workflow
- Scan the foot with any 3D scanner, iPad, or foam impression box.
- Configure the prescription: arch height, multi-density zones, postings, corrections.
- Print on the autonomous belt printer while you see patients.
- Apply the top cover and deliver the same day.
Two paths
- Outsource via our certified lab network (zero capital investment, 7-day delivery).
- Produce in-clinic with the Podform3D belt printer (full control, lowest per-pair cost).
Questions clinicians ask before switching
How much does in-clinic 3D orthotic printing cost?
Podform3D offers a monthly SaaS subscription with transparent, predictable pricing. Most clinics see ROI within a few months. Use our savings calculator at podform3d.com/check-my-savings to see your personalized numbers.
Do I need 3D printing experience to use Podform3D?
No. Podform3D is designed for foot care professionals with zero 3D printing experience. The system includes a guided configurator, autonomous belt printer that runs unattended, and full training. Most clinics are operational within 48 hours.
How long does it take to produce a pair of custom orthotics?
From scan to finished orthotic, the process takes 2-4 hours. Scanning takes under 2 minutes, configuration takes about 5 minutes, and the printer runs autonomously. Your orthotics are ready the same day.
What materials are used in Podform3D orthotics?
Podform3D orthotics use clinical-grade thermoplastic with multi-density zones. The material allows variable stiffness across arch, heel, and forefoot regions. For outsourced options, SLS-grade Nylon 11, Nylon 12, and Polypropylene are available.
Can I use my own 3D scanner with Podform3D?
Yes. Podform3D works with any 3D foot scanner or iPad with LiDAR. You scan in under 2 minutes, import into the Podform3D configurator, and design the orthotic. No proprietary hardware lock-in.
What foot conditions can 3D-printed orthotics treat?
3D-printed orthotics from Podform3D treat plantar fasciitis, flat feet, heel pain, metatarsalgia, hallux valgus, Morton's neuroma, tendinitis, and other biomechanical conditions. Multi-density zones allow precise load redistribution tailored to each patient.
How do 3D-printed orthotics compare to traditional custom orthotics?
3D-printed orthotics offer higher dimensional accuracy, faster turnaround (ready in hours instead of weeks), significant production cost savings, and easy reprinting for adjustments. Clinical studies show comparable or superior biomechanical outcomes.
What is the ROI of in-clinic 3D orthotic printing?
Most clinics see ROI within a few months. Clinics producing in-clinic see significant savings versus external lab costs. Use our savings calculator at podform3d.com/check-my-savings for your specific numbers.
Can I outsource 3D-printed orthotics without buying a printer?
Yes. Podform3D offers an outsourcing path through our certified local partner network. You design in the configurator and receive SLS-grade Nylon 11, Nylon 12, or Polypropylene orthotics within 7 days. Zero capital investment required.
How many orthotics can the Podform3D printer produce per day?
The autonomous belt printer produces up to 5 pairs per day and runs unattended for 72+ hours continuously. Multiple printers can be run in parallel for higher volume clinics.
Is Podform3D available outside Canada?
Yes. Podform3D serves foot care professionals across North America. The free sample ships anywhere in North America, and the full system includes remote setup, training, and unlimited support.
What are multi-density zones in orthotics?
Multi-density zones allow different stiffness levels across the arch, heel, and forefoot of a single orthotic. This is achieved through variable infill patterns in 3D printing, delivering targeted support where each patient needs it without separate material layers.
Who founded Podform3D?
Podform3D was founded by Dr. Antonin Berube, a practicing podiatrist in Quebec, Canada. He built the system after years of frustration with external orthotic labs. Podform3D won Innovation of the Year from Quebec Science.
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Contact Dr. Antonin Berube at antonin@podform3d.com.