US20120137542A1 - Wellness shoe and method - Google Patents
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- the shoe 11 is generally designed to support the weight of the shoe wearer and assist in repositioning the body of the shoe wearer into an angle that promotes a natural gait cycle, which consequently engages the muscular system of a user and reduces the pressure on the skeletal system.
Abstract
A shoe body including an upper operably connected with an outsole. The shoe body has a front portion and a back portion. An insole is disposed inside the shoe upper and has a substantially inelastic heel portion and a substantially elastic toe portion. A substantially rigid pressure plate is adjacent to the substantially elastic toe portion.
Description
- The present application is a National Phase entry of PCT Application No. PCT/US2010/036834, filed Jun. 1, 2010, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/217,708, filed on Jun. 2, 2009, entitled “WELLNESS SHOE,” the disclosures of which are hereby incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.
- The present invention generally relates to a shoe that assists a user through a gait cycle, and more specifically, assists a user to maintain even foot pressure and proper alignment through the gait cycle.
- One aspect of the present invention includes an article of footwear having a shoe body including an upper operably connected with an outsole. The shoe body has a front portion and a back portion. An insole is disposed inside the shoe upper and has a substantially inelastic heel portion and a substantially elastic toe portion. A substantially rigid pressure plate is adjacent to the substantially elastic toe portion.
- Another aspect of the present invention includes an insert for an article of footwear having an insole including a substantially inelastic heel portion and a substantially elastic toe portion. An elastic absorption pad is disposed below the inelastic heel portion. A substantially rigid pressure plate is adjacent to the substantially elastic toe portion.
- Yet another aspect of the present invention includes a method of modifying the gate of an individual, including providing a shoe having an upper operably coupled with an outsole. An insole is inserted into the shoe. A substantially elastic toe portion is formed on the insole. A substantially inelastic heel portion is formed on the insole that is elevated above the substantially elastic toe portion. An elastic absorption pad is connected below the substantially inelastic heel portion. The shoe is placed on the foot of a user, thereby promoting a natural gait cycle during walking.
- These and other aspects, objects, and features of the present invention will be understood and appreciated by those skilled in the art upon studying the following specification, claims, and appended drawings.
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FIG. 1A is a side elevational view of one embodiment of a shoe of the present invention; -
FIG. 1B is a bottom plan view of the shoe ofFIG. 1A ; -
FIG. 2 is a side cross-sectional view taken at line H-II ofFIG. 1B ; -
FIG. 3A is a right side elevational view of one embodiment of an insole of the present invention; -
FIG. 3B is a bottom plan view of the insole ofFIG. 3A ; -
FIG. 3C is a left side elevational view of the insole ofFIG. 3A ; -
FIG. 3D is a top plan view of the insole ofFIG. 3A ; -
FIG. 4 is a side elevational cross-sectional view taken at line IV-IV ofFIG. 1B ; -
FIG. 5A is a side elevational cross-sectional view of the shoe ofFIG. 1A at contact phase at the beginning of a gait cycle; -
FIG. 5B is a side elevational cross-sectional view of the shoe ofFIG. 1A in mid-stance during the gait cycle; -
FIG. 5C is a side elevational cross-sectional view of the shoe ofFIG. 1A at toe-off at the end of the gait cycle; -
FIG. 6A is a side elevational view of one embodiment of a near side shoe of the present invention at contact phase; -
FIG. 6B is a side elevational view of one embodiment of a near side shoe of the present invention at mid-stance phase; and -
FIG. 6C is a side elevational view of one embodiment of a near side shoe of the present invention at toe-off phase. - For purposes of description herein, the terms “upper,” “lower,” “right,” “left,” “rear,” “front,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” and derivatives thereof shall relate to the invention as oriented in
FIG. 1A . However, it is to be understood that the invention may assume various alternative orientations, except where expressly specified to the contrary. It is also to be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the attached drawings, and described in the following specification are simply exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined in the appended claims. Hence, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting, unless the claims expressly state otherwise. - Referring to
FIG. 1A , thereference numeral 10 generally designates a footwear system including ashoe 11 having an upper 12 operably connected with anoutsole 14. Theshoe 11 has afront portion 16 and aback portion 18. Aninsole 20 is disposed inside theshoe 11 and has a substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 and a substantiallyelastic toe portion 24. A substantiallyrigid pressure plate 26 is adjacent to the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24. - Referring again to
FIG. 1 A and toFIG. 1B the shoe upper 12 of theshoe 11 is designed to generally conform to the foot of a user. It is contemplated that any of a variety of styles and designs may be used on the upper to provide an aesthetic appearance to theshoe 11. The substantiallyrigid pressure plate 26 or pressure displacement rotation plate, as it is also called, is positioned in a forward portion of theshoe 11 proximate anelastic toe portion 24, as will be described in further detail below. The substantially inelastic heel portion in conjunction with the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 forms theinsole 20, such that theinsole 20 has metatarsal acceleration compression qualities. The juncture of the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 and the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 defines a lever that assists the wearer in walking with a more natural gait than is typical in traditional footwear. This construction of theinsole 20 provides a natural shoe-less type gait to the shoe wearer that causes the knee to bend quickly while the center of gravity of body mass of the shoe wearer transitions over theshoe 11. - Referring again to
FIGS. 1A and 1B , theshoe 11 is generally designed to support the weight of the shoe wearer and assist in repositioning the body of the shoe wearer into an angle that promotes a natural gait cycle, which consequently engages the muscular system of a user and reduces the pressure on the skeletal system. - Referring again to
FIGS. 1A and 1B , the shoe upper 12 includesside portions 40 that come together at theback portion 18 and that operably couple with thefront portion 16. Atop portion 44 is integrally formed with atongue 46. Theside portions 40, back 42,top portion 44, and thetongue 46 keep theshoe 11 on the foot of a wearer. Atransition portion 50 between the shoe upper 12 and theoutsole 14 connects theoutsole 14 with the shoe upper 12 and provides an aesthetic transition between the shoe upper 12 and theoutsole 14. Theoutsole 14 includes a base 52 that is made from a non-slip material, such as rubber, which interfaces with the ground when theshoe 11 is in use. The substantiallyrigid pressure plate 26 is located between theoutsole 14 and the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24. - The
shoe 11 of thefootwear system 10 of the present invention is specifically designed to reduce pressure on the forefoot and limit the strain on toes by promoting the natural motion of a foot through toe-off. Theshoe 11 also modifies and improves the gait of the wearer, such that the wearer puts less strain on the skeletal system. Thefootwear system 10 enables the wearer to engage more of the human muscular system than provided by traditional footwear. More specifically, thefootwear system 10 controls more movement and absorbs less impact during walking. The pressuredisplacement rotation plate 26 and metatarsalacceleration compression insole 20 may be integrally or separately formed. In either instance, the pressuredisplacement rotation plate 26 and metatarsalacceleration compression insole 20 work together to provide support through the foot arch, absorb shock, and ease rotation of the foot through toe-off. - Referring now to
FIGS. 1B and 2 , theinsole 20 has a perimeter smaller than that of theoutsole 14 and is disposed above and generally inside the perimeter of theoutsole 14. The interface of theinsole 20 to theoutsole 14 is illustrated inFIG. 2 , which illustrates that theinsole 20 rests over therigid pressure plate 26, which is supported by theoutsole 14. Therigid pressure plate 26 may be exposed through an underside of theoutsole 14, as shown inFIG. 2 , or may be covered to prevent damage to therigid pressure plate 26 and to keep therigid pressure plate 26 clean. A midsole (not shown) may be disposed anywhere between the insole and the outsole to add further comfort to the shoe generally. - Referring again to
FIGS. 1B and 2 , therigid pressure plate 26, or pressure displacement rotation plate, begins no less than 40 percent forward from adistal heel end 60 of theshoe 11 and could extend rearward under the entire surface of the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22. Therigid pressure plate 26 extends forward, stopping no less than 15 percent rearward from adistal toe end 62 of theshoe 11. In one embodiment, it is contemplated that therigid pressure plate 26 extends all the way to thedistal toe end 62 of theshoe 11. Therigid pressure plate 26 may be integrated into theinsole 20, or separate from theinsole 20. However, therigid pressure plate 26 is generally located between theoutsole 14 and the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 of theinsole 20. Therigid pressure plate 26 may be constructed of a variety of materials, including carbon fiber or other composite material, such as fiberglass, steel, or injection plastics, such as nylons or TPUs, either with or without additional glass fiber reinforcement. - Referring now to
FIGS. 3A-3D , theinsole 20 supports the foot of the wearer from an initial contact phase through a mid-stance phase of a gait cycle through use of a multi- density foam. Theinelastic heel portion 22 extends at least 20 percent and no more than 60 percent forward from thedistal heel end 60. Theinelastic heel portion 22 is made of a foam with a density ranging from 35 degrees Shore C and up. It is contemplated that materials, such as PORON®, polyurethane, EVA, or other foam-based materials may be used. Theelastic toe portion 24 is forward of theinelastic heel portion 22, and extends no more than 80 percent rearward from thedistal toe end 62 of theshoe 11. Theelastic toe portion 24 is formed from a less dense foam having a density of at least eight degrees Shore C less than the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22. Materials, such as PORON®, polyurethane, EVA, or other foam-based materials are contemplated for use in the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24. Because the foam density decreases from the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 to the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24, during the gait cycle, heads of the metatarsals in the wearer's foot sink into the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 at aforefoot drop zone 66 when the foot moves from acontact phase 68 to a mid-stance phase 70 (FIG. 5B ) of the gait cycle. When the heads of the metatarsals of the foot of a user sink in this manner, the walking muscles of the user are activated and prepare the foot to rotate forward into a toe-off phase 72, as will be discussed in greater detail below with respect toFIGS. 5A-5C . - Referring now to
FIGS. 2 and 3D , theinsole 20 includes a dual material top cover 80 or moderating layer. The dual material top cover 80 allows for control of the direction of impact absorption during a gait cycle and movement of the foot in relation to the surface of theinsole 20. More specifically, the dual material top cover 80 assists in transferring downward forces from the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 to the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24. As illustrated, anelastic absorption pad 86 is disposed below theoutsole 14 and wraps up the distal heel portion of theshoe 11. The dual material top cover 80 includes an inelastictop cover 82 and an elastictop cover 84. Additionally, it is also contemplated that athin layer 90 of soft foam may extend over theentire insole 20 covering both the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 and substantiallyelastic toe portion 24. Thethin foam layer 90 is disposed below the dualmaterial top cover 80 and helps transition the foot of a wearer from the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 to the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24. Thethin foam layer 90 may be of any thickness, and in one embodiment, is 3 mm thick. - Referring to
FIG. 4 , therigid pressure plate 26 has a convex lateral cross-section that projects downward from a plantar surface of theinsole 20 no less than two millimeters and up to 20 millimeters. The degree of toe spring is affected by the amount and degree therigid pressure plate 26 protrudes downward from the plantar surface of theinsole 20. It is anticipated that the toe spring will range in degree from 15 degrees to 40 degrees. - Referring to
FIGS. 5A-5C , during use, when impact forces are applied to the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 during a contact phase 68 (FIG. 5A ) of the gait cycle, the inelastictop cover 82 of theinelastic heel portion 22 forces theelastic absorption pad 86 to compress upward from the plantar surface. Consequently, impact forces are absorbed from the plantar or bottom surface. This construction stabilizes the calcaneus and prevents the heel of a user from sinking into the heel portion of theinsole 20. While theinsole 20 compresses at the plantar surface at the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22, the opposite effect is achieved in the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24. Specifically, the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 allows for an elastic two or four-way stretch material to compress. During the gait cycle, the elastictop cover 84 adjacent the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 allows for impact forces to be absorbed from the dorsal or top surface downward through theinsole 20. Consequently, pressure is reduced on sensitive areas of the foot, including the metatarsals. The substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 and the elastictop cover 84 flex as the wearer roles from the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 to the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 from the mid-stance phase 70 (FIG. 5B ) through the toe-off phase 72 (FIG. 5C ) of the gait cycle. Accordingly, there is an increased acceleration of the substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 into theforefoot drop zone 66 compared to the drop rate of the calcaneus, at which point the foot will plantar shift in a smooth and comfortable manner. - Referring now to
FIGS. 6A-6C , theshoe 11 of the present invention, and specifically theinsole 20 disposed in theshoe 11, work to reposition the body's angle into a natural gait cycle to promote further engagement of the muscular system. The forefoot is accelerated downward into the soft and easily compressible substantiallyelastic toe portion 24 area, which causes the body to decelerate. Therigid pressure plate 26 and the substantiallyinelastic heel portion 22 then cause the knee to bend quickly, while the body mass transitions over the center of gravity. This transition engages the muscular system, allowing it to absorb any additional forces that are incurred while walking. Consequently, the amount of effort to walk is increased as a result of increased core muscle activity, but greatly reduces the impact of the skeletal system and joints. The convex design of therigid pressure plate 26 allows the forefoot pressure to spread across the entire surface of therigid pressure plate 26, thereby translating impact forces over the entire surface of therigid pressure plate 26 and improving the natural gait cycle. This construction gives cushioning and support under the foot, while assisting the body to move naturally, as if the user was not wearing shoes at all. Consequently, therigid pressure plate 26 works in combination with theinsole 20 to assist the foot in rotating properly through toe-off to achieve a proper gait cycle. Consequently, pressure is redistributed and muscle use has increased. - It is to be understood that variations and modifications can be made on the aforemen-tioned structure without departing from the concepts of the present invention, and further it is to be understood that such concepts are intended to be covered by the following claims unless these claims by their language expressly state otherwise.
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1. An article of footwear comprising:
a shoe body including an upper operably connected with an outsole, the shoe body including a front portion and a back portion;
an insole disposed inside the upper and having a substantially inelastic heel portion and a substantially elastic toe portion; and
a substantially rigid pressure plate adjacent the substantially elastic toe portion.
2. The article of footwear of claim 1 , further comprising:
an elastic absorption pad disposed between the inelastic heel portion and the outsole.
3. The article of footwear of claim 1 , further comprising:
a midsole disposed between the insole and the outsole.
4. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the substantially inelastic heel is approximately twice that of the substantially elastic toe portion.
5. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the pressure plate includes a convex portion substantially aligned with the metatarsals of a user.
6. The article of footwear of claim 1 , further comprising:
a moderating layer disposed over the insole.
7. The article of footwear of claim 6 , wherein the moderating layer includes a rear portion constructed from a substantially inelastic material and a forward portion constructed of a substantially elastic material.
8. The article of footwear of claim 1 , further comprising:
a lever defined between the substantially inelastic heel portion and the substantially elastic toe portion that translates downward energy from the back portion forward to the front portion.
9. An insert for an article of footwear comprising:
an insole having a substantially inelastic heel portion and a substantially elastic toe portion;
an elastic absorption pad disposed below the inelastic heel portion; and
a substantially rigid pressure plate adjacent to the substantially elastic toe portion.
10. The insert of claim 9 , further comprising:
a midsole disposed between the insole and the outsole.
11. The insert of claim 9 , wherein the thickness of the substantially inelastic heel is approximately twice that of the substantially elastic toe portion.
12. The insert of claim 9 , wherein the substantially rigid pressure plate includes a convex portion substantially aligned with the metatarsals of a user.
13. The insert of claim 9 , further comprising:
a moderating layer disposed over the insole.
14. The insert of claim 14 , wherein the moderating layer includes a rear portion constructed from a substantially inelastic material and a forward portion constructed of a substantially elastic material.
15. The insert of claim 9 , further comprising:
a lever defined between the substantially inelastic heel portion and the substantially elastic toe portion that translates downward energy from the back portion forward to the front portion.
16. A method of modifying the gate of an individual, the method comprising:
providing a shoe having an upper operably coupled with an outsole;
inserting an insole into the shoe;
forming a substantially elastic toe portion on the insole;
forming a substantially inelastic heel portion on the insole that is elevated above the substantially elastic toe portion;
connecting an elastic absorption pad below the substantially inelastic heel portion;
placing the shoe on the foot of a user, thereby promoting a natural gait cycle during walking.
17. The method of claim 16 , further comprising:
providing a substantially rigid pressure plate adjacent the substantially elastic toe portion of the insole.
18. The method of claim 17 , wherein the step of providing a substantially rigid pressure plate further comprises: integrally forming the insole with the substantially rigid pressure plate
19. The method of claim 16 , further comprising:
positioning a dual material top cover over the insole.
20. The method of claim 16 , further comprising:
positioning a midsole between the insole and the outsole.
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