FR2497094A1 - Orthopaedic shoe uppers stiffened by metal or plastic inserts - opt. fibre or foam covered to relieve contact pressures - Google Patents

Abstract

Orthopaedic shoes are built with stiff 'L' or 'U' shaped strips extending past the ankles from the heel or instep zones to the cuff of the boot to provide lateral support. The strips may be of metal (steel) or (unspecified) plastic matl. Adaptable to boots with front or side openings and laced, sliding clasp, buttoned, or elastic closures. Opt. the stiffening strips are covered with a felt or (polyester) foam to distribute any local pressure peaks. The shoe bodies may be of (soft) leather or fabric, with stiff or flexible soles, pref. ventilated near the toes.

Description

The present invention relates to an orthopedic sock
made of fine leather fitting the cripple's foot, it is ren
forced steel or other whales more or less thick, of
so as to hold the ankle securely.

The foot thus fitted is then placed in a shoe
normal appearance 1qtz; it is compensated or not. She allows to
achieve a more aesthetic and effective orthopedics.

It allows a better support of the foot, the difference of
of the classic orthopedic shoe where the whales (6) come
to be fixed in the sole e; (7).

The whales which are the subject of the invention pass in part or directly
under the heel (without wrapping the compensation) These
are shorter so less heavy and keep more flexible
lie ankle.

This sock allows in certain cases1 to correct a foot
falling without the use of a special lifter. This sock
can be made by any other suitable material, in the case
present, the sock is opened and laced by
the front by means of a lace, but it can also be done on
the side of the sock with any other closure process.

This sock is perforated (5) over its entire flexible part
so as to eliminate perspiration in the event of heat. This shoe
sette being cut from a single blank, when mounting the two parts
backs are connected1 sewn or glued in (I) by a thin strip
leather (2) or other suitable material; steel ribs (56)
or other suitable rigid material, for example, coated with felt
full so as not to injure the atroflhied foot. These whales rendered
attached to the sock can hold the ankle for two
ways :: I - They have at one of their ends, a part
folded at right angles embedded in the sole of the sock under the piantair vault thus flexibility of the latter in all
the movements of the id; toes, may or may not be overlapped
green, but they can also take the shape of a U whose
base will pass under the arch of the foot, this device is very rigid.

The invention will be clearly understood by referring to the description:
and the drawings given here for illustrative purposes, but not limited to
tative and are subject to many variations, realizations and
of applications as a new industrial product.

FIG - I - represents the actual sock seen from
side, showing in (I) the sewn or glued connection of the two blanks (2)
In (3) the opening with laces, elastic, zipper or other This closure, shown at the front can be done on the sides or at the back depending on the case. In (4) the holes or the eyelets for the passage of the laces In (5) holes drilled to allow a ration. In (II) Thin skin forming the sock and covering it. as well as the whales (6). In (7) the flexible underside of the arch.

 The FIS - 2 - represents the same sock whose tip (9) containing - the toes can bend, which avoids the use of a mechanical reliever, die that has the patient proves a certain satisfaction of well being.

 FIG - 3 - represents the back of the sock, showing in (I) the approximation of the two ribs which will be glued, welded or sewn.

 FIG - 4 - represents, seen from the rear of the sock, the steel or plastic whale in the shape of a U passing under the arch of the foot.

FIG o 5 - shows the whales. In A side view slightly folded in L. In (B) the same front view. In (C) side view, the whale (6) surrounded by a felt (T0) or polyester foam protecting the whale and preventing it from injuring the patient. In (II) the thin covering skin constituting the sock
FIG - 6 - alternatively shows an e whale (6) in the shape of a U, surrounded on the one hand, by the thin skin (II) of the sock, in (I0) the felt or the protective polyester.

 The invention will be better understood by referring to the description and the drawings by way of example, but it may vary in shape, dimensions, material without altering the principle of the invention. The aim etan'- to remain within the framework of the new idea object of this present patent.

Claims (1)

CLAIMS O The present invention relates to an armed ortopedic sock, made of fine leather fitting the foot of the cripple, it is reinforced with ribs (6) or more or less thick plates so as to securely hold the ankle or other parts of the foot, characterized in that they are made of steel, of suitable plsatiaue material, which can be combined to below the knee for example. 20 Sock according to claim - I - characterized in that it is made of fine leather, sheepskin, wool or fabrics that this material is pierced with ventilation holes, the tail of which may vary depending on the case. 30 Sock according to claim - I - characterized in that it can be wholly or partly integral with or fused with the shoe which covers it or else be completely removable therefrom. 40 Sock according to claim - I - characterized in that its opening or closing, is practiced either by an elastic lake, closure with, slide or buttons. 50 Sock according to claim - I - characterized in that the closing or opening device can be pi on the front, the rear or the sides. 60 Sock according to claim - I - characterized in that the reinforcements are made of steel, suitable rigid or semi-rigid material and coated, either with felt, polyester foam so as not to injure the diseased leg and reduce the def mation of the sock. 70 Sock according to claim -I- characterized in that the whales (6) can marry the shape of a U in pass under the arch and the heel. 80 - Sock according to claim - I - characterized in  that the part receiving the fingers is made flexible, and is  pierced with ventilation holes.  90 Sock according to claim - I - characterized in c  the reinforcements can protect all or part of the foot and c  the leg more or less selectively and enveloping  fingers to the knee.