US20230310968A1 - Securement device and method for holding shin guards in place - Google Patents

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US20230310968A1 US17/657,145 US202217657145A US2023310968A1 US 20230310968 A1 US20230310968 A1 US 20230310968A1 US 202217657145 A US202217657145 A US 202217657145A US 2023310968 A1 US2023310968 A1 US 2023310968A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
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    • A63B71/1225—Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions for the body or the legs, e.g. for the shoulders for the legs, e.g. thighs, knees, ankles, feet
    • A63B2071/1258—Body-protectors for players or sportsmen, i.e. body-protecting accessories affording protection of body parts against blows or collisions for the body or the legs, e.g. for the shoulders for the legs, e.g. thighs, knees, ankles, feet for the shin, e.g. shin guards
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
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    • A63B2209/10—Characteristics of used materials with adhesive type surfaces, i.e. hook and loop-type fastener

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  • the present invention relates to shin guards and, more particularly, to a securement device and method for holding shin guards in place.
  • Shin guards often move or slide on a user's shin while in use.
  • devices such as soccer socks or athletic tape are utilized to prevent sliding. Such devices often restrict blood flow, are uncomfortable, and even restrict muscle movement.
  • a device for holding a shin guard comprises: a band configured in a loop, a first end of a first strap attached to the band, a first end of a second strap attached to the band spaced apart from the first strap, a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap converging to an intersection thereof, a first surface of a patch attached to the intersection of the first strap and the second strap, and an adhesive attached to a second surface of the patch; wherein the adhesive is operative to attach the patch to a shin guard.
  • a method of securing a shin guard comprises: providing a shin guard securement device comprising: a band, a first end of a first strap and a first end of a second strap attached to the band, a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap joined at an intersection, a patch attached to the first strap and the second strap at the intersection, and an adhesive attached to the patch on a surface opposite the first strap and the second strap; positioning the band below a user's knee and above a user's calf muscle, positioning a shin guard on a user's shin, affixing a shin guard to the adhesive; and donning a sock to a height covering the shin guard and the band.
  • FIG. 1 is a front view of a shin guard securement device according to an embodiment of the present invention shown in use holding a shin guard;
  • FIG. 2 is a front view thereof
  • FIG. 3 is a rear view thereof
  • FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view thereof.
  • FIG. 5 is a section view taken on the line 5 - 5 of FIG. 1 .
  • an embodiment of the present invention provides a shin guard securement device and a method for preventing a shin guard from moving or sliding on a shin while in use.
  • the shin guard may attach to a band or loop by a strap.
  • the band may be configured in a loop.
  • the band may be elastic and may fit around a calf of the user.
  • the band advantageously does not limit or restrict blood flow.
  • the present invention may not limit muscle movement.
  • the band may be sewn into a loop and made available in varying sizes. Silicone may line an inside or an inner circumference of the band.
  • a first end of a first strap may attach to a left side of the band.
  • a first end of a second strap may attach to a right side of the band.
  • the first strap and the second strap extend diagonally from the band such that a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap may be joined at an intersection.
  • a patch or substantially rectangular, planar piece of material, may be attached to the intersection.
  • the patch may be fabric.
  • An adhesive may be attached to the patch.
  • the adhesive may be secured to a shin guard.
  • the band and straps secure the shin guard in place on a user's shin.
  • the first strap and the second strap may be a single article in a shape of a V.
  • the band may provide compression to a user above a calf muscle, preventing the band from sliding down.
  • a slip-resistant, non-adhesive lined on an inside of the band helps prevent sliding.
  • the slip-resistant, non-adhesive material may also line an interior surface of the straps.
  • the slip-resistant, non-adhesive material on the band or straps may be silicone any slip-resistant, non-adhesive material for the purpose of providing friction between the user and the band or strap.
  • a sock over the device may help secure the shin guard on the user.
  • the straps prevent horizontal movement of the shin guard.
  • the patch acts as an attachment point for the shin guard.
  • a user may measure a circumference below the user's knee and above the user's calf muscle.
  • the band may fit that circumference.
  • the band may be placed on a user's leg above the calf muscle and below the knee.
  • the shin guard may be positioned on the shin in a predetermined location.
  • the adhesive may be placed on the shin guard, affixing the device to the shin guard.
  • the adhesive may have a paper covering protecting the adhesive before use. That paper may be peeled or removed before application to the shin guard, exposing the adhesive.
  • a sock may be worn over the shin guard and the device.
  • FIG. 1 through FIG. 4 show an embodiment of the present invention with FIG. 1 showing the present invention in use.
  • a band 10 is positioned or wrapped around a user's leg 20 , below a knee and above a calf muscle. Straps 12 extend from the band 10 and join at an intersection 15 . The intersection 15 is attached to a first surface of a patch 14 . This intersection may be sewn to the first surface.
  • a second surface of the patch 14 is attached to an adhesive 16 . The adhesive 16 adheres the patch 14 to a shin guard 18 .
  • An inside of the band 10 has a slip-resistant, non-adhesive lining 13 . This lining 13 helps the band 10 stay in place on the user's leg 20 . The slip-resistant, non-adhesive lining 13 extends down the straps 12 .
  • a sock 22 covers the present invention and pulled over the user's leg 20 .
  • FIG. 5 is a section view taken on the line 5 - 5 of FIG. 1 .
  • a sock 22 covers the invention when in use.
  • the straps 12 are attached to a first surface of the patch 14 , a second surface of which is connected to a shin guard 18 by an adhesive 16 .
  • the shin guard 18 protects the user's leg 20 .

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A device for holding a shin guard includes a looped band, two straps attached to the band and converging to an intersection, and a first surface of a patch attached to the intersection with an adhesive attached to a second surface of the patch. The band is positioned below the knee and above the calf muscle. The adhesive attaches the patch to a shin guard positioned on the shin. A sock is donned to a height covering the shin guard and the band.

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    BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  • The present invention relates to shin guards and, more particularly, to a securement device and method for holding shin guards in place.
  • Shin guards often move or slide on a user's shin while in use. Presently, devices such as soccer socks or athletic tape are utilized to prevent sliding. Such devices often restrict blood flow, are uncomfortable, and even restrict muscle movement.
  • In addition, athletic tape and other bindings are not flexible enough. They often break while in use or enable the shin guard to slide or fall out of place. This may lead to injury. Sometimes shin guard sleeves are used. However, these sleeves are opened ended and allow the shin guard to slide out of the bottom.
  • As can be seen, there is a need for a device and method for holding a shin guard in place.
    • SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
  • In one aspect of the present invention, a device for holding a shin guard comprises: a band configured in a loop, a first end of a first strap attached to the band, a first end of a second strap attached to the band spaced apart from the first strap, a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap converging to an intersection thereof, a first surface of a patch attached to the intersection of the first strap and the second strap, and an adhesive attached to a second surface of the patch; wherein the adhesive is operative to attach the patch to a shin guard.
  • In another aspect of the present invention, a method of securing a shin guard comprises: providing a shin guard securement device comprising: a band, a first end of a first strap and a first end of a second strap attached to the band, a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap joined at an intersection, a patch attached to the first strap and the second strap at the intersection, and an adhesive attached to the patch on a surface opposite the first strap and the second strap; positioning the band below a user's knee and above a user's calf muscle, positioning a shin guard on a user's shin, affixing a shin guard to the adhesive; and donning a sock to a height covering the shin guard and the band.
  • These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following drawings, description, and claims.
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  • FIG. 1 is a front view of a shin guard securement device according to an embodiment of the present invention shown in use holding a shin guard;
  • FIG. 2 is a front view thereof;
  • FIG. 3 is a rear view thereof;
  • FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view thereof; and
  • FIG. 5 is a section view taken on the line 5-5 of FIG. 1 .
    •  DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
  • The following detailed description is of the best currently contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the invention, since the scope of the invention is best defined by the appended claims with reference to the drawings.
  • A general overview of the various features of the invention will be provided, with a detailed description following. Broadly, an embodiment of the present invention provides a shin guard securement device and a method for preventing a shin guard from moving or sliding on a shin while in use. The shin guard may attach to a band or loop by a strap. The band may be configured in a loop. The band may be elastic and may fit around a calf of the user.
  • The band advantageously does not limit or restrict blood flow. The present invention may not limit muscle movement.
  • The band may be sewn into a loop and made available in varying sizes. Silicone may line an inside or an inner circumference of the band.
  • A first end of a first strap may attach to a left side of the band. A first end of a second strap may attach to a right side of the band. The first strap and the second strap extend diagonally from the band such that a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap may be joined at an intersection. A patch or substantially rectangular, planar piece of material, may be attached to the intersection. The patch may be fabric. An adhesive may be attached to the patch. The adhesive may be secured to a shin guard. The band and straps secure the shin guard in place on a user's shin. The first strap and the second strap may be a single article in a shape of a V.
  • The band may provide compression to a user above a calf muscle, preventing the band from sliding down. A slip-resistant, non-adhesive lined on an inside of the band helps prevent sliding. The slip-resistant, non-adhesive material may also line an interior surface of the straps. The slip-resistant, non-adhesive material on the band or straps may be silicone any slip-resistant, non-adhesive material for the purpose of providing friction between the user and the band or strap.
  • A sock over the device may help secure the shin guard on the user. The straps prevent horizontal movement of the shin guard. The patch acts as an attachment point for the shin guard.
  • To determine band size, a user may measure a circumference below the user's knee and above the user's calf muscle. The band may fit that circumference.
  • The band may be placed on a user's leg above the calf muscle and below the knee. The shin guard may be positioned on the shin in a predetermined location. The adhesive may be placed on the shin guard, affixing the device to the shin guard. The adhesive may have a paper covering protecting the adhesive before use. That paper may be peeled or removed before application to the shin guard, exposing the adhesive. A sock may be worn over the shin guard and the device.
  • Referring now to the Figures, FIG. 1 through FIG. 4 show an embodiment of the present invention with FIG. 1 showing the present invention in use. A band 10 is positioned or wrapped around a user's leg 20, below a knee and above a calf muscle. Straps 12 extend from the band 10 and join at an intersection 15. The intersection 15 is attached to a first surface of a patch 14. This intersection may be sewn to the first surface. A second surface of the patch 14 is attached to an adhesive 16. The adhesive 16 adheres the patch 14 to a shin guard 18. An inside of the band 10 has a slip-resistant, non-adhesive lining 13. This lining 13 helps the band 10 stay in place on the user's leg 20. The slip-resistant, non-adhesive lining 13 extends down the straps 12. A sock 22 covers the present invention and pulled over the user's leg 20.
  • FIG. 5 is a section view taken on the line 5-5 of FIG. 1 . In FIG. 5 , a sock 22 covers the invention when in use. The straps 12 are attached to a first surface of the patch 14, a second surface of which is connected to a shin guard 18 by an adhesive 16. The shin guard 18 protects the user's leg 20.
  • It should be understood, of course, that the foregoing relates to exemplary embodiments of the invention and that modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the following claims.

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1. A shin guard securement device comprising:
a band configured in a loop;
a first end of a first strap attached to the band;
a first end of a second strap attached to the band spaced apart from the first strap;
a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap converging to an intersection thereof;
a first surface of a patch attached to the intersection of the first strap and the second strap; and
an adhesive attached to a second surface of the patch;
wherein the adhesive is operative to attach the patch to a shin guard.
2. The device of claim 1, further comprising a slip-resistant, non-adhesive lining on an inner circumference of the band.
3. The device of claim 2, wherein the slip-resistant, non-adhesive lining is silicone.
4. The device of claim 1, further comprising a slip-resistant, non-adhesive lining on an interior surface of the first strap and on an interior surface of the second strap.
5. The device of claim 4, wherein the slip-resistant, non-adhesive lining is silicone.
6. The device of claim 1, wherein the first strap and the second strap extend diagonally from the band such that a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap are joined at an intersection.
7. The device of claim 1, wherein the loop is a fabric loop.
8. The device of claim 1, wherein the first strap and the second strap are a single article in a shape of a V.
9. A method of securing a shin guard to a user comprising:
providing a shin guard securement device comprising:
a band;
a first end of a first strap and a first end of a second strap attached to the band;
a second end of the first strap and a second end of the second strap joined at an intersection;
a patch attached to the first strap and the second strap at the intersection;
and an adhesive attached to the patch on a surface opposite the first strap and the second strap;
positioning the band below a user's knee and above a user's calf muscle;
positioning a shin guard on a user's shin;
affixing a shin guard to the adhesive; and
donning a sock to a height covering the shin guard and the band.
10. The method of claim 9, further comprising peeling a release paper from the adhesive prior to affixing the shin guard to the adhesive.
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US20180214764A1 (en) * 2015-07-15 2018-08-02 Global Flow S.L. Shin protection element and protection assembly for cyclists

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