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a technology of socks and socks, applied in the field of socks, can solve the problems of increasing the stress of the ligaments situated around the ankle joint, putting exceptional strain on or even damaging the ligaments, and causing more rapid fatigu

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-09-07
X TECH SWISS
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[0010] Another development of the invention is that the sock is equipped with at least one lateral climate conduit that leads into at least one of the intermediate spaces created by the separate pads. This benefits the continuous removal of perspiration from the bottom of the foot.

Problems solved by technology

The many and rapid motions occurring during sports activities mean that the foot is subjected to great loads, which can bring about fatigue more rapidly.
If there is an unequal distribution of the load in the treading area in particular, then this can lead to increased stress in the ligaments situated around the ankle joint.
This can put exceptional strain on or even damage the ligaments, for example, if the individual's stride is incorrect or if he should hit the ground wrong.
Any destabilizing of the ankle joint by wearing out the ligaments can also negatively impinge on the knee and the area around it.
These well known types of sock do not, however, take into account the specific load profile of the treading area of the foot.

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[0015] The illustrated example (FIG. 1) shows a sock with a shaft A and a foot section B. In the treading area 1 of the foot, the sock is padded in sections 2, 3, 4 and 5. Pads 2, 3, 4 and 5 are not connected to each other, which emphasizes the padding in the intermediate spaces 6. Pads 2, 3, 4 and 5 have an anatomical shape, which means that they are optimally adapted to the load profile of the foot.

[0016] There is, in the area of the heel, a circular heel pad 2 that resembles the area of the point of the tread. There is an oval pad 3 in the outer instep the long side of which borders the outer region, on one side, and the longitudinal and transverse vaults of the foot on the other. A foot ball pad 4 is situated on the ball of the foot. Pad 4 also has a primarily oval shape and stretches from the outer to the inner ball of the foot. Foot section 1 in the area of the toes is outfitted with a sickle-shaped toe pad 5. The shape of the pad is determined by the varying lengths as well ...

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Abstract

The invention relates to a sock, especially for use during sports activities. Said sock comprises cushions in the treading area (1). The cushions (2, 3, 4) are provided in the area of the outer and inner ball, in the heel area, and in the area of the outer instep. Intermediate spaces (6) are embodied between the cushions (2, 3, 4).

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The invention relates to a sock that is to be used particularly during sports activities and that is outfitted with padding in the treading area. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Human feet are generally accommodated in firm shoes, especially during sports activities. They are also frequently in socks. The many and rapid motions occurring during sports activities mean that the foot is subjected to great loads, which can bring about fatigue more rapidly. If there is an unequal distribution of the load in the treading area in particular, then this can lead to increased stress in the ligaments situated around the ankle joint. This can put exceptional strain on or even damage the ligaments, for example, if the individual's stride is incorrect or if he should hit the ground wrong. Any destabilizing of the ankle joint by wearing out the ligaments can also negatively impinge on the knee and the area around it. From this it is clear that the anatomical distri...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A41B11/00A41B11/02
CPCA41B11/00A41B11/02A41B2400/20
Inventor LAMBERTZ, BODO W.
Owner X TECH SWISS
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