It many ways it is similar to palmistry.

These days Cartopedy is widely practised in India.

A Cartopedy was employed by the ancient Persians and Indians on important matters, such as choosing a bride.

Measurements and footprints would be studied intensively.

Sometimes the study would take weeks or months.

The size, shape, heeels, toes, arches, lines and markings were all studied.

Cartopedy is also used in crime detection.