Thermovision in Medical and Environmental Applications

Abstract Thermovision offers a wide range of possible use in many areas of science. The paper presents applications of the thermovision technology with regard to healthcare and environmental issues. Apart from the literature review it also provides experimental results of the thermal image of the foot and surface temperature distributions as well as their analyses. The article lists common errors and limitations that need to be considered during infrared measurements to avoid significant mistakes at the stage of image analysis. The issue presented in the article is especially important because of reduced costs of the thermovision systems and their widespread availability to both private and institutional users.