Custom foot beds for footwear
US5282328A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 9, 1992 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 9, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA43D1/022
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Custom molded foot beds position the feet in balanced positions. A balanced foot position represents a referenced neutral foot position compensated for an individual's particular lower body anatomy. The foot beds and the apparatus and method for making the foot beds produce a balanced position by applying forces to the foot. First forces move the foot toward the referenced neutral position by a first foam block located under the forefoot lateral column. A composite foam block produces a rolling force in the rear foot to move the subtalar joint toward alignment. Other forces provide anatomical compensation including forces that elevate the heel and cup fatty tissue around the heel. Other forces support the remainder of the foot in this balanced position.
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