SAFE, ACCURATE + NONINVASIVE
SCOLIOSIS MEASUREMENTS
Revolutionizing scoliosis assessment with innovative, radiation free surface topography
Our AI-supported platform provides safe, accurate and noninvasive measurements, supporting rapid screening and personalized care plans.
With iPhone TrueDepth scanning, BackSCNR makes at-home monitoring possible for patients and families.
OUR TECHNOLOGY
TRANSFORMING SCOLIOSIS ASSESSMENT
RADIATION-FREE SURFACE TOPOGRAPHY SCANS
Our App is based on surface topography scans that are entirely harmless and radiation-free, making it safe for repeating scans and suitable for patients of all ages.
AI-SUPPORTED MEASUREMENTS
Our platform leverages AI to enhance clinical decision-making, provides accurate measurements and supports early scoliosis detection, improving screening and treatment pathways.
TRACK SPINAL ASYMMETRY PROGRESSION OVER TIME
Providing detailed scan comparisons over time. Our user-friendly interface performs 3D analysis and identifies maximum deviations. Supporting precise tracking and better-informed decisions.
LEVERAGING EXTENSIVE CLINICAL RESEARCH
Our platform demonstrates Cobb angle evaluations comparable to traditional X-rays and traditional clinical assessments.
PARTNERING TRADITIONAL METHODS
Our software can be used alongside X-rays and traditional methods, providing additional insights through 3D analysis to deliver a more comprehensive view.
DESIGNED FOR RAPID ASSESSMENT AND RESULTS
Intuitive design for easy patient scanning, rapid analysis and easy integration into clinical workflows.
AFFORDABLE FOR ALL
Our platform offers affordable scans that support traditional assessment methods, making advanced scoliosis evaluation accessible to healthcare providers and patients worldwide.
AT-HOME SCANNING WITH IPHONE TRUEDEPTH
Capture 3D torso scans at home using a compatible iPhone—no external sensor required.
SUPPORTING SCOLIOSIS TREATMENT BY PROVIDING
INNOVATIVE, RADIATION-FREE ASYMMETRY MEASUREMENTS
Overcoming clinical limitations
AI-supported measurements
Cobb angle evaluations comparable to traditional methods.
Advanced 3D analysis
Provide asymmetry insights and detailed 3D visualizations.
Progress tracking
Monitor scoliosis progression over time with AI-powered comparisons.
Seamless integration
Easily incorporate AI insights into traditional clinical workflows.
Informed decisions
Leverage AI data to make better-informed treatment decisions.
EMPOWERING CLINICIANS AND PATIENTS
WITH SAFE AND ACCURATE TOOLS
TO SUPPORT PERSONALIZED CARE PATHWAYS
NO RADIATION EXPOSURE
Monitoring your condition without X-rays, ensuring safety without compromise.
SUPPORTING EARLY SCOLIOSIS DETECTION
Simple and easy assessment process, offering comparable results to traditional methods.
DETAILED PATIENT REPORTS
Track scan progress easily and securely, share results naturally, receive detailed patient reports.
COMPREHENSIVE PROGRESS MONITORING
Gain a clearer understanding of your scoliosis journey with regular, detailed updates and visualizations.
NO RADIATION EXPOSURE
Monitoring your condition without X-rays, ensuring safety without compromise.
SUPPORTING EARLY SCOLIOSIS DETECTION
Simple and easy assessment process, offering comparable results to traditional methods.
DETAILED PATIENT REPORTS
Track scan progress easily and securely, share results naturally, receive detailed patient reports.
COMPREHENSIVE PROGRESS MONITORING
Gain a clearer understanding of your scoliosis journey with regular, detailed updates and visualizations.
OUR PARTNERS
TESTIMONIALS
"It's great that I can use BackSCNR to quantitatively assess patients without having to wait for X-ray exams."
LEILE DE OLIVIERA
CEO, ESCOLIOSE PORTUGAL
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know about scanning, your data, and getting started with BackSCNR.
Do I need the separate Structure Sensor, or can I use my phone?
BackSCNR supports two scanning options: an external Structure Sensor paired with an iPad and the built-in TrueDepth sensor on a compatible iPhone. Both options allow users to complete BackSCNR scans, but they are designed for different circumstances.
| Consideration | Structure Sensor and iPad | Compatible iPhone |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware | Requires a separate Structure Sensor and compatible iPad | Uses the iPhone's built-in TrueDepth sensor |
| Cost | Requires an additional hardware investment of approximately $900 USD | No additional sensor is required if you already have a compatible iPhone |
| Scanning experience | Wider field of view and faster scan capture support an efficient, repeatable workflow | Smaller field of view and slower capture may require more careful positioning and scanning technique |
| Scan performance | Our testing indicates more consistent depth data and tracking across repeated scans | Provides a practical mobile scanning option, although scans may contain more noise or occasionally lose tracking |
| Portability | Requires transporting and setting up the sensor and iPad | Compact and easy to use at home, while travelling, or in different locations |
| Best suited for | Clinics and clinicians completing frequent or repeated scans and prioritizing workflow efficiency and consistency | Patients, individual practitioners, occasional users, and those seeking a more accessible entry point without purchasing additional equipment |
For clinicians who plan to incorporate BackSCNR regularly into patient assessment and follow-up, the Structure Sensor may provide the most efficient and consistent scanning workflow. The iPhone option increases access to BackSCNR and may be better suited to home monitoring, occasional scanning, travel, individual practitioners, or users who are not ready to invest in additional equipment.
The best option depends on who will be scanning, how frequently scans will be completed, the setting in which BackSCNR will be used, and the resources available.
What kind of sensor is the Structure Sensor?
The Structure Sensor is a mobile 3D scanning device that uses infrared (IR) light to capture 3D data, primarily for mobile devices like iPads. It functions as a structured light depth sensor, projecting an invisible infrared pattern to calculate distances and create detailed 3D models of objects and environments.
Why does the app use the front-facing camera?
BackSCNR can create 3D scans using either an external Structure Sensor or the iPhone's built-in TrueDepth sensor. The TrueDepth sensor is located beside the front-facing camera and is the same technology used for Face ID. For this reason, scans performed with an iPhone use the front-facing camera rather than the rear camera.
What does the percentile mean?
A percentile shows where a result falls compared to a reference group. In BackSCNR, the percentile shows how a scan compares with the selected population, such as the scoliosis population or healthy population.
Lower percentiles indicate greater symmetry compared to that group, while higher percentiles indicate greater asymmetry. For example, a result near the 50th percentile means the scan is close to the middle of the selected reference population.
Was the app tested in the real world, or only in research settings?
The app is used in clinics globally and not only in research. Clinicians have been using BackSCNR daily in their practices since 2024 and report high satisfaction with the results.
How much does it cost?
BackSCNR is currently available free of charge as we continue to improve the platform based on user feedback. We will communicate any future pricing changes to users in advance.
Is BackSCNR Health Canada and FDA approved?
BackSCNR holds an active Medical Device Establishment Licence from Health Canada and is registered as a manufacturer of a Class I medical device in Canada.
For questions about regulatory status in other jurisdictions, please contact the BackSCNR team directly.
