Device for heel shock absorption, swelling, and pain treatment
US7056299B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 10, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 6, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 10, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/30
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An orthotic device for absorption of heel shock, treating edema and swelling and for lessening pain. It is comprised of an elastic sleeve adapted to fit over the foot and heel of a person. The sleeve includes a shock absorbing heel pad inside of the sleeve in a position to be disposed under the heel when the sleeve is worn around the heel. The sleeve is of elastomeric material providing compression to treat edema and swelling. The pad may be a polymeric plastisol material which can be cooled to provide cold therapy and positioned under the heel to provide cushioning and shock absorption.
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