Orthopedic support for the treatment of heel pain
US6641550B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 31, 2002 |
| Grant date | Nov 4, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/0111
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and device for treating heel pain comprises a first support mechanism for disposition about the heel region of a human foot and a secondary support mechanism for disposition about an arch region of a human foot. When disposed about the heel region and arch region respectively, the first support mechanism and the second support mechanism support the plantar fascia in a more normal biomechanical position.
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