Finnish company FootBalance clinched the top spot in the Medical category at the 2024 Sports Technology Awards with its MyFootBalance 3D foot scanning technology. The awards ceremony, held in London on May 9, 2024, celebrated the forefront of sports technology innovation, recognizing leaders across 23 different categories. The company’s founder, Erkki Hakkala, reflected on the journey from conception to realization: “What an honor it is to receive this award! When I started developing MyFootBalance in 2018, I faced the challenge of creating technology that didn’t exist. Yet, through perseverance and innovation, we brought MyFootBalance to life. Now, with over 700 scanners deployed worldwide across sports, medical, and outdoor industries, it’s clear that our vision has been embraced not only by our partners but also by the sports technology industry.”
MyFootBalance combines advanced 3D scanning with biomechanical analysis and personalized footwear recommendations, aiming to enhance quality of life and promote active, pain-free lifestyles. Hakkala emphasized: “Our unique concept integrates advanced health technology, customized products, and personalized experiences. However, we have a greater purpose beyond technology and products: our holistic approach to health and wellbeing aims to enhance quality of life, helping to maintain active, fit, and pain-free lifestyles.”
