| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 036140000 | ORTHOPEDIC BOOT OR SHOE WITH CORRECTIVE ELEMENT | 48 |
| 20080282580 | Method and Apparatus for Curing Body Status - The present invention is an apparatus for learning and leading a user to have a posture according to a corresponding purpose at his/her foot, and can cure and improve a state of a target human body according to the corresponding purpose. The apparatus for curing a human body using a pressure under foot, is characterized in that a protrusion part and a sinking part are provided under the foot. | 11-20-2008 |
| 20090139113 | FOOT ORTHOSIS SUPPORT DEVICE METHOD AND APPARATUS - A flexible support device adapted to provide overall structural biomechanics support and contouring of a lower limb of a patient by a practitioner where the flexible support device having various indentations to provide proper fitting of a bold for production of an orthosis device in one form. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20090313858 | THERAPEUTIC SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ALTERING THE GAIT OF A PATIENT - The therapeutic system of the preferred embodiments includes a foot platform having a lateral segment and a medial segment. The foot platform is coupled to the foot of the patient and supports the body force of the patient. The foot platform functions to move the foot from an equilibrium position to an activated position. The transition of the foot between equilibrium position and activated position, preferably occurs substantially instantaneously once the foot platform supports greater than substantially half of the body force. | 12-24-2009 |
| 20090320329 | MEDICAL SHOE SYSTEM - A system, method, and apparatus for treating a foot using a medical shoe and interchangeable insoles. A plurality of interchangeable insoles is provided, including a surgical insole and a wound care insole. The surgical insole provides rigidity for a patient's foot. The surgical insole comprises a first upper layer and a rigid second lower layer. The wound care insole offloads weight from a wound region on the foot. The wound care insole comprises a first upper layer of stretchy, thin film, a second, middle, layer that is moldable, and a third, lower layer that is spongy and provides support. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20100101118 | RESILIENT SUPPORT - The invention discloses a resilient support having a slit in the heel part. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20110099851 | LOWER LIMB ORTHOSIS - An above heel lower limb orthosis comprising: an orthosis body; a support surface adapted to support a portion of a lower limb, the support surface connected to, secured to, or integral with the orthosis body; relief means adapted to relieve a portion of a lower limb from pressure; and at least one relief region connected to, secured to, or integral with the orthosis body or the support surface or the orthosis body and the support surface, the relief region depressed relative to the support surface and adapted to receive, secure, or integrate the relief means. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110131838 | DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTABLE ORTHOTIC DEVICE - An orthotic device comprises a flexible support structure comprising at least one surface for contacting a body part of a user, a plurality of pressure sensors configured for coupling to a microcontroller, and a plurality of displacement regions. Each region defines a portion of said flexible support structure, wherein each portion includes at least one sensor disposed on or below the at least one surface and at least one electrically deformable unit. Each unit comprises at least one electroactive material and is configured for coupling to the microcontroller and to a power source. The device is dynamically adjustable to change its shape and support properties, when an electrical voltage is applied to the electroactive material under the control of a microcontroller. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110162238 | SYSTEMS FOR DESIGNING A FOOT ORTHOTIC - Disclosed are methods and systems for design of a foot orthotic, and a foot orthotic device designed in accord therewith. More specifically described is an individualized foot orthotic device to correct and/or restore the ideal alignment and/or positioning of foot structures. In the method, sequential pressure is applied to regions on a plantar foot surface, and positional information is obtained about each region. Based on the positional information, an orthotic profile is determined, for design of one or more custom, individualized foot orthotic devices for a subject. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110214315 | THERAPY SHOE - Methods and systems for aiding with dynamic compression of venous tissue enable improved blood movement, reducing edema, reducing leg cramping, treating plantar fasciitis in the extremities, and/or the like. In an exemplary embodiment, a therapy shoe entirely contains a therapy device which provides a compressive force to the venous plexus region of the foot. The system may assist blood circulation which may reduce the occurrence of undesirable complications such as deep vein thrombosis, ulcers, and the like. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110271559 | FOOTWEAR ORTHOSIS - The present invention is an apparatus and method of orthopedic footwear for post-surgical or diabetic patients or for sanitary use. The footwear has an ambidextrous bottom sole. In a higher part thereof, there is a groove of at least 10 mm, in which an off-loading plantar insoles or medicine or bandages can be inserted. These have been built-in the bottom sole using an ortho-dynamic concept which allows the patient a controlled deambulation. To that end, the present invention prevents sheer force on the plantar part of the bottom sole and the foot and in particular on the metatarsal and/or tarsal part of the foot. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110277353 | CUSHIONED ORTHOTIC - An orthotic is disclosed. The orthotic may include a cushioning layer configured to extend from at least the metatarsal region to the proximal heel region, the cushioning layer having a heel region with a protruding heel piece integrally molded as part of the cushioning layer. The orthotic may also include an outer shell layer fixedly coupled to the cushioning layer, the outer shell layer extending longitudinally from at least the medial cuneiform-first metatarsal joint region to the calcaneus bone region of the user, the outer shell layer configured to receive the protruding heel piece. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110277354 | CUSHIONED ORTHOTIC - An orthotic is disclosed. The orthotic may include a cushioning layer configured to extend from at least the metatarsal region to the proximal heel region, the cushioning layer having a heel region with a protruding heel piece integrally molded as part of the cushioning layer. The orthotic may also include an outer shell layer fixedly coupled to the cushioning layer, the outer shell layer extending longitudinally from at least the medial cuneiform-first metatarsal joint region to the calcaneous bone region of the user, the outer shell layer configured to receive the protruding heel piece. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110289802 | SHOE APPLIANCE WITH AN ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE - An orthopedic shoe appliance includes an insole, midsole or outersole of footwear; and one or more orthopedic devices disposed on the insole, midsole or outersole at one or more locations selected from the group consisting of a location under a big toe, a location under a medial longitudinal arch, a location under a lateral longitudinal arch, a location under a transverse metatarsal arch, and a location under and/or around a heel. Small wings may be attached to a part of the insole that will wrap around the medial and lateral aspects of the foot. A slit and hinge as well as changes in the flexibility of the materials allow the big toe joint to move independently of the other toes. Other pads may be applied to the top of the insole to allow for other corrections. | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110296717 | SHOE HAVING A FUNCTIONAL SOLE FOR DEGENERATIVE OSTEOARTHRITIS OF KNEE JOINT - Disclosed therein is a shoe having a functional sole for degenerative osteoarthritis of a knee joint, which includes a sole having at least one of an insole, a midsole and an outsole, characterized in that, in longitudinal section of the insole, the outsole or the midsole formed integrally with one of the insole and the outsole, both sides of an inner face and an outer face thereof are not parallel with each other, and that an angle of one of both sides of the inner face or the outer face to the ground outside the sole is smaller than an angle of the opposed side to the ground outside the sole. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20120005925 | Orthotic Devices and Methods of Manufacture - The invention utilizes a semi-rigid endoskeleton foot support encased inside an elastomeric sock. The endoskeleton controls the hind foot as well as supporting the medial longitudinal arch, extending over the malleoli if extra support is needed for additional biomechanical control, while allowing the fore, lateral, and rear plantar surface of the foot indirect contact with the ground through the sock. The elastomeric sock provides circumferential compression, while simultaneously securing the endoskeleton intimately to the wearer's foot. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120042546 | Orthotic Device and Method of Manufacture - An orthotic device for use with an individual's footwear is customised to the individual's therapeutic, comfort and footwear requirements by using, as a template for its manufacture, an existing orthotic device that has been previously created for that individual. The therapeutically contoured shape of the existing device is captured in a malleable layer that sets to be self-supporting, so to allow creation of a new therapeutic layer that replicates the surface of the existing device and that forms a therapeutic surface of the new device. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120085001 | FOOT ORTHOTIC DEVICES - A foot orthotic device is disclosed. More specifically described is an individualized foot orthotic device to correct and/or restore the ideal alignment and/or positioning of foot structures. The device is designed using a method and system that applies sequential pressure to regions on a plantar foot surface, and obtaining positional information about each region. Based on the positional information, an orthotic profile is determined, for design of one or more custom, individualized foot orthotic devices for a subject. | 04-12-2012 |
| 20120222333 | VIBRATING ORTHOTIC SHOE INSERT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - Vibrating orthotic shoe inserts and a method of manufacturing the same. In an embodiment, a vibrating orthotic shoe insert includes a forefoot portion configured to support a forefoot portion of a human foot; an arch portion configured to support an arch of the human foot, the arch portion including an area configured to be under a porta pedis of the human foot; and a heel portion configured to support a heel of the human foot. The arch portion includes a vibration element positioned within the area configured to be under the porta pedis of the human foot. The vibration element is configured to deliver vibration to the porta pedis of the human foot. | 09-06-2012 |
| 20120233889 | SET OF PODIATRIC ARTICLES - A set of podiatric articles placeable into a shoe is disclosed. Each podiatric article comprises a heel area. The heel area is configured into an anatomically conformed concave shape provided with a recess of preferably circular or oval form such that the patient's calcaneal spur is minimally traumatized. The podiatric set comprises a plurality of podiatric articles characterized by different depth M of the recess to provide maximal comfort and least pain by means of empirical selection by the patient of an appropriate podiatric article in a non clinical setting. The podiatric articles can optionally comprise an arch support area and a forefoot area. | 09-20-2012 |
| 20120240431 | Turf Toe Terminator (TTT) - A turf toe terminator is an insole which is made up of a semi flexible orthotic insole which is inserted into the cleat or sneaker or is created as part of the sneaker or cleat to help prevent injury due to hyperextension of the great toe (turf toe). | 09-27-2012 |
| 20140109443 | STANCE-CONTROLLED ARTICULATED ANKLE-FOOT ORTHOSIS - Devices, methods, and systems for an articulated ankle-foot orthosis with a selectively retractable stop are presented. The orthosis includes at least one of a foot mold, a shank mold, a forefoot sensor, a heel sensor, a stop, and a connecting mechanism. The stop is positioned between the foot mold and the shank mold, and the stop is selectively retractable between a closed position and a generally opposing open position that allows plantar flexion of the foot mold during the stance phase of a typical human gait cycle. The connecting mechanism is configured to move the stop from the closed position to the open position in response to a signal from the heel sensor indicating a heel-strike event. The connecting mechanism is also configured to move the stop from the open position back to the closed position in response to a signal from the forefoot sensor indicating a toe-off event. | 04-24-2014 |
| 20140259799 | ORTHOTIC DEVICE - An orthotic device is disclosed having a frame system, a first actuator, and a second actuator. The frame system may include a lightweight supportive material, and may be configured to receive a user's foot. The first actuator may be coupled to the frame system, and may be configured to activate and develop push of the forefoot of the user's foot during a walking step. The second actuator may be coupled to the frame system, and may be configured to activate and raise a user's toes. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20160021972 | NEUTRAL POSTURE ORIENTING FOOTBED SYSTEM FOR FOOTWEAR - A footbed system ( | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160192733 | SPORTS AND/OR ORTHOPAEDIC FOOTWEAR WITH DEVICE FOR RELATIVE ARTICULATION BETWEEN INSOLE AND UPPER | 07-07-2016 |
| 036141000 | With means to massage foot | 8 |
| 20110131839 | Pneumatic Alternating Pressure Relief of a Foot - A system for alternately applying and relieving pressure of predetermined portions of a foot of a user. The system includes a plurality of inflatable chambers, located at predetermined locations, corresponding to the predetermined portions of the foot and a pump. The system also includes a center pneumatic valve, coupled with the pump and with the inflatable chambers, for receiving air from the pump and inflating at least one of the inflatable chambers. The system further includes a pneumatic valve assembly, coupled with the center pneumatic valve. The pneumatic valve assembly is coupled with at least a respective one of the inflatable chambers. The pneumatic valve assembly is moveable between two positions, and changes position when a predetermined pressure value is achieved in the corresponding inflatable chamber. When the pneumatic valve assembly changes position, the center pneumatic valve changes position, thereby inflating another inflatable chamber. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110232134 | ASYNCHRONOUSLY VIBRATING DEVICE FOR USE WITH FOOTWEAR AND METHODS OF USE - A device and methods of use for applying vibration, e.g., asynchronous vibration, to the foot of a person is disclosed. The device includes an insole for disposition within an item of footwear and an associated asynchronous vibration inducing mechanism. The insole is a thin, conformable, base member having a pair of wings, each of which includes at least one motor (e.g., brushless electrical motor) forming a portion of the vibration inducing mechanism. The base member is formed of a material, e.g., a resin bonded non-woven layer, which exhibits good vibration transmission characteristics. A power source (e.g., at least one battery) is coupled to the motors to cause them to vibrate when operated, whereupon asynchronous vibrations are produced by the motors, which are transmitted and propagated via the wings to the base member to apply asynchronous vibrations across the sole of the wearer's foot. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20120023785 | Wireless remote controlled massaging footwear system - A new wireless remote controlled massaging footwear system, adaptable to typical footwear for individuals to wear and massage their feet during their normal daily activity. Massaging functions including multiple modes of operation and sequencing of massaging components is controlled using a wireless remote control device by the user or by a caregiver. The new system comprises massaging devices including six or more vibration motors and one or more various types of heating elements per foot that are structurally supported in enclosures. Enclosed massaging devices can be repositioned in the sole of the footwear to massage particular areas of the foot. The new system includes accessories such as a lanyard to wear the remote control around the user's neck and a carry case for protecting and transporting the system. The carry case is particularly suitable for a hospice care provider. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120030969 | INSOLE FOR A SHOE HAVING A MOVABLE MASSAGING MEMBER - The present invention relates to a shoe, and more particularly, to an insole for a shoe having a movable massaging member comprising: an insole positioned underneath the sole of the foot; a metallic or magnetic securing body joined to the insole, across a partial space in the lengthwise direction; a massaging member disposed on the upper or lower surface of the insole; and a metallic or magnetic moving body which is joined to the massaging member and is magnetically drawn to the securing body, such that the massaging member is mobile. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20140331526 | MASSAGING SHOE PAD - A massaging shoe pad comprising a base layer, first plates and second plates, is disclosed. The base layer has accommodation spaces having first and second openings. First plates are disposed in each accommodation space. One end of each first plate is connected to the side wall of each accommodation space respectively. The other end of each first plate protrudes from the first opening forming the first protrusion. Between the two ends, each first plate protrudes from the accommodation chamber, which has through holes, toward the second opening. Second plates are disposed in each accommodation space and one end of each second plate is moveably inserted through the through hole. The other end of each second plate protrudes out of the first opening forming the second protrusion. When the second plate moves from a first to a second location, the second protrusion props against the other end of the first plate. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20160183628 | THERAPEUTIC VIBRATION SHOE DEVICE - A therapeutic vibration shoe device provides therapeutic vibration to a foot of a person through a shoe worn by the person. The device includes a sole and an upper coupled to the sole wherein the upper and the sole define a shoe configured to be worn on a foot of a person. A vibration unit is coupled to and positioned in the sole such that the vibration unit vibrates the sole. A battery is coupled to the shoe. The battery is electrically coupled to the vibration unit. | 06-30-2016 |
| 20160250099 | Mobile Terminal, Wireless Charger and Wearable Device | 09-01-2016 |
| 20190142107 | MOLDED FOOTBED WITH INTEGRALLY FORMED MASSAGING DOMES | 05-16-2019 |
| 036144000 | With means to turn foot about its long axis | 5 |
| 20110131840 | AFFECTING FOOT POSITION - Systems and methods for affecting a position of a foot are provided. In some aspects, a foot orthotic system comprises a compartment system configured to engage a shoe and engage at least a portion of a foot when the foot resides in or on the shoe. The compartment system may be adjustable from a first shape to a second shape. The foot orthotic system may also comprise one or more elongate members. In some aspects, as the compartment system is adjusted from the first shape to the second shape, an elongate member may change from a first state to a second state that is more taut than is the first state. In some aspects, when the compartment system engages at least a portion of the foot and is adjusted from the first shape to the second shape, a position of the foot relative to the shoe is adjusted. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20120151803 | ADJUSTABLE FOREFOOT POSTING FOR ORTHOTIC - An orthotic device has a readily adjustable variable forefoot posting system. In some embodiments, a generally planar plate is pivotally coupled to a foot-receiving shell. The plate is generally under the arch and not in contact with the supporting surface when in a neutral position. Along the plate's perimeter are raised regions that can be deployed into position as a forefoot post via pivoting the plate. In some versions, adjustability is via a sliding motion. Some areas have a greater height than others do and these raised areas or protrusions can be set at either an inner side or an outer side. Depending upon the shape of the ridges on the plate and the plate's pivoted position, a range of tilts can be variability provided. The plates can be part of an interchangeable system providing more options. Professional versions can have a greater range of settings than consumer versions. | 06-21-2012 |
| 20120192463 | MONOPEDAL CLOSED CHAIN KINETIC ALIGNMENT DEVICE AND METHOD - A modular footbed comprised of a forefoot portion, a heel portion, a bridge and arch support can be fashion to place the knee in dynamic alignment with the femoral head of the femur and the ankle. Standing on one leg and repetitively extending and flexing the knee of the supporting leg, one can observe side-to-side deviations of the knee from a natural position. Various components of the modular footbed are incorporated so as to enable the knee to remain aligned throughout its range of motion. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20130031809 | SHOE HAVING IMPROVED PODIATRIC SUPPORT - Disclosed herein are variations of shoes having structural features that offer improved podiatric support to address any number of lower extremity pathologies. Such shoes are especially useful in allowing individuals adapt to physical changes, accompanying ailments, as well as lifestyle changes that can arise such as those during and after pregnancy, during motherhood or other situations that induce temporary or permanent physical changes. | 02-07-2013 |
| 20130283646 | ADJUSTABLE FOREFOOT POSTING FOR ORTHOTIC - An orthotic device has a readily adjustable variable forefoot posting system. In some embodiments, a generally planar plate is pivotally coupled to a foot-receiving shell. The plate is generally under the arch and not in contact with the supporting surface when in a neutral position. Along the plate's perimeter are raised regions that can be deployed into position as a forefoot post via pivoting the plate. In some versions, adjustability is via a sliding motion. Some areas have a greater height than others do and these raised areas or protrusions can be set at either an inner side or an outer side. Depending upon the shape of the ridges on the plate and the plate's pivoted position, a range of tilts can be variability provided. The plates can be part of an interchangeable system providing more options. Professional versions can have a greater range of settings than consumer versions. Folding versions and telescoping versions are also disclosed. | 10-31-2013 |
| 036145000 | Arch support | 11 |
| 20090133294 | Apparatus and Method for Stimulating at least one Human Foot in response to the Human's Stance - A device is disclosed comprising a contour configured to engage a foot and supported by a response assembly, the response assembly configured to mechanically respond to pressure applied to the contour. The contour may comprise at least one stimulating mound configured to engage at least one non-medial arch of the foot and/or a heel ridge for dividing the heel from the rest of the foot. A control circuit is disclosed that may communicate with an orthopedic device to create a pressure reading used to control a point of response and/or a stimulating mound. The device may include a second contour configured to engage a second foot supported by a second response assembly. Methods of using the device are disclosed. The device may be an orthopedic device and/or a sports training device. A shoe insert and shoe are disclosed, each comprising a contour including at least one stimulating mound. | 05-28-2009 |
| 20100175279 | DynaFlange.TM. - The DynaFlange™ controls foot function during stance and ambulation by absorbing shock in the gaps that form between an orthotic, shoe or heel cup and the DynaFlange™ 3 dimensional plate. Its flanges dynamically deform at impact causing the gaps between the concave heel cup and the convex DynaFlange™ to interact providing foot and ankle protection, repositioning and motion control while dynamically absorbing shock. It then returns to its original state which stabilizes and propels the foot actively, superior to other orthoses. DynaFlange™ is active at stance phase and earlier in gait cycle allowing improved biomechanicals when compared to other orthotics. | 07-15-2010 |
| 20120311891 | ARCH SUPPORT INDEPENDENT OF FOOTWEAR - This device elevates the midsection of the foot when shoeless, addressing congenital flatness, or lapsing or pronation in the arch. The device, which can be constructed of various materials, does not support the metatarsus or heel, and is attached to the foot by lateral straps or stretchable bands, either singular or in two pieces closed by a snap, buckle, velcro or similar fastener, and adding a heel or, ankle strap or band if greater stability is desired. It may be worn inside or over stockings, and feature assorted shapes, textures, coloration, and decoration. The device can also serve as an orthotic for barefoot runners or dancers by means of longitudinal extension, with openings under the metatarsus and heel so these areas may touch the ground or floor, and employ additional straps or bands. This device may be contraindicated as a diagnostic or therapeutic aid, without the intent of medical application. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20160081837 | FOOTWEAR - Provided is footwear whereby it is possible to desirably carry out correction and stretching of a transverse arch of a foot. A transverse arch pressure part which protrudes such that a cross-section in the width direction is an arc shape is formed between portions in a foot contact surface of an article of footwear directly below the ball of the large toe and the ball of the little toe , and a pair of runners which do not support the ball of the large toe or the ball of the little toe are formed in the foot contact surface directly below the ball of the large toe and the ball of the little toe. | 03-24-2016 |
| 036155000 | Adjustable position or shape | 3 |
| 20080307677 | ADJUSTABLE ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE - An application for an adjustable orthopedic device includes a holder configured to be worn on a wearer's foot. The holder has an elastic cloth band sized to encircle the wearer's foot at a location between the wearer's toes and the wearer's ankle. The holder also has a holding strap affixed to the elastic cloth band, the holding strap securely holds a platform beneath the wearer's foot. The platform is positioned beneath the wearer's foot and includes a magnetic material. Raised pads are provided for applying pressure to one or more bones of the wearer's foot, the raised pads include a ferromagnetic material providing a removable adherence to the platform through magnetic force and allowing the raised pads to be manually repositionable to any X and Y coordinate on the platform. | 12-18-2008 |
| 20080307678 | ADJUSTABLE ORTHOPEDIC DEVICE - An application for an adjustable orthopedic device includes a holder configured to be worn on a wearer's foot. The holder has an elastic cloth band sized to encircle the wearer's foot at a location between the wearer's toes and the wearer's ankle. A platform is removably secured to the holder by hook and loop material. The platform includes more hook and loop material on its top surface. Raised pads are provided for applying pressure to one or more bones of the wearer's foot, the raised pads include mating hook and loop material for providing a removable adherence to the top surface of the platform and allowing the raised pads to be manually repositionable to any X and Y coordinate on the platform. | 12-18-2008 |
| 20110154692 | BT' Orthotics, Brilliant Orthotics, BThotics, BThoses - The next generation pre-customized/customizable orthotic device “BT' Orthotic Device” or “Brilliant Orthotic Device” otherwise known as “BThotics” or “BThoses” is described that molds around your feet following the natural anatomical gait cycle which can be adjusted manually or automatically. BThotics is a structurally sound orthotic that is so unique and versatile in that it can adjust to your daily needs and preferences be it a mildly high arch, a moderately high arch, a high arch, a narrow foot, a moderately wide foot or wide feet. With BThotics, you do not have to wait 2 weeks for a trial and error test fitting. You would be immediately matched to the appropriate insole/insert/shoe within seconds and better yet, it won't cost you an arm and a leg to get one. For these reasons and many more to be discussed below, BThotics is truly a technological marvel that would revolutionize the orthotic world. | 06-30-2011 |
| 036166000 | For the longitudinal arch | 4 |
| 036169000 | Built into boot or shoe | 1 |
| 036172000 | Wedge on sole only | 1 |
| 20090090030 | Article of manufacture for an orthotic with a heel anchor - An article of manufacture for an Orthotic arch support utilizing triangular shaped heel anchors to minimize slippage inside the shoe when it is worn. | 04-09-2009 |
| 036173000 | With heel support | 2 |
| 20140059895 | Foot Orthotic - A foot orthotic comprising: a toe platform, the toe platform comprising a toe, sulcus, and ball; a longitudinal arch pad in communication with the toe platform; a heel cup in communication with the longitudinal arch pad, the heel cup comprising a heel; where the orthotic is made from a flexible material, and where in order to form an angle β that is greater than 0° between the toe platform and the remainder of the orthotic, a pre-load pressure P is required. | 03-06-2014 |
| 036174000 | And metatarsal support | 1 |
| 20120096745 | SHOE INSOLE FOR METATARSAL RELIEF - A shoe or footwear with an insole or base configured for relieving pressure on the metatarsal region of the foot and help relieve the effects of metatarsalgia. The insole comprises a cavity or cut out in the area of the metatarsal region of the foot and is configured to receive at least a portion of the metatarsal region and alleviate or eliminate direct pressure from the insole against the metatarsal region. | 04-26-2012 |
| 036180000 | With metatarsal support | 1 |
| 20110083345 | ORTHOTIC DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MANUFACTURING SAME - Embodiments of the present invention relate to an orthotic device used for controlling motion of a human foot in a functionally corrected anatomical position from heel strike through toe off. The orthotic device may include at least one of rearfoot, midfoot, forefoot, and toe regions. In each region corresponding medial and lateral wedges may be employed. In the rearfoot region, the medial and lateral wedges intersect at an expected contact location of a medial side of a midline of a heel of the human foot. In the midfoot region, the medial and lateral wedges intersect inclusively between expected contact locations of a first cuneiform bone and a cuboid bone. In the forefoot region, the medial and lateral wedges intersect inclusively between expected contact locations of first and fifth metatarsal bones. In the toe region, the medial and lateral wedges intersect inclusively between expected contact locations of first and fifth toes. | 04-14-2011 |
