Dance shoe with arch and ligament protection
By incorporating padding and elastic webbing into dance shoes, combined with multi-layered insoles, the problem of insufficient arch and ligament protection in existing dance shoes is solved, achieving greater comfort and aesthetics.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- BAODING ZHONGAI DANCE GARDEN CULTURAL COMMUNICATION CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
Current dance shoes have thin soles and lack structural support, which cannot effectively protect the arch and ligaments, leading to muscle fatigue and soft tissue injury.
Featuring a padded and elastic webbing design, the sole enhances the wrapping and support of the arch and heel, while the multi-layered insole provides grip and comfort, reducing the load on the ligaments and muscles of the foot.
It improves the comfort and execution of dance movements, reduces the load on muscles and ligaments, and enhances the aesthetics and durability of the shoes.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of dance shoe technology, and in particular to a dance shoe with the function of protecting the arch and ligaments of the foot. Background Technology
[0002] Dance shoes are essential equipment for dancers to perform movements, and their structure and performance directly affect the dancer's performance and foot health. When dancers perform movements that require foot power, such as pointing and flexing the feet or rising onto their toes, the arches and ligaments of the feet are under considerable strain. Dancers often concentrate their entire body weight on the toes, which can easily lead to muscle fatigue and soft tissue injuries.
[0003] Currently, the soles of most traditional dance shoes on the market are usually made of single or double layers of soft fabric stitched together. The soles are generally thin, loose, and lack structural support. They do not conform to the shape of the foot, creating a vacuum between the ball of the foot and the sole. There is too much space at the arch, which easily leads to excessive wrinkles. They cannot fully display foot movements, lack support, and the heel is prone to slipping off, affecting the completion of movements. They do not provide enough support, and the sole is too thin to cushion and distribute pressure. During movements, the reaction force is directly transmitted to the foot, affecting foot comfort. They do not provide enough protection for the foot, especially the arch and plantar ligaments, and long-term use can easily lead to overuse injuries.
[0004] Therefore, those skilled in the art have provided a dance shoe with the function of protecting the arch and ligaments of the foot to solve the problems mentioned in the background art. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies and provide a dance shoe that protects the arch and ligaments. This dance shoe, through the use of padding and elastic webbing, enhances the support and wrapping of the arch and heel by the sole, reduces the load on the ligaments and muscles of the foot during dance movements, improves the comfort and completion of movements, and enhances the aesthetics of the dance shoe.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: A dance shoe with arch and ligament protection function includes a dance shoe body and a soft pad. The lower end of the dance shoe body and both the front and rear ends are fixedly provided with a forefoot pad and a rearfoot pad. The soft pad is fixed inside the shoe body by herringbone stitching. An elastic webbing is fixedly provided at the lower end of the dance shoe body. The above technical solutions, through the addition of padding and elastic webbing, can enhance the wrapping and support of the arch and heel of the dance shoe, reduce the load on the ligaments and muscles of the foot during dance movements, improve the comfort and completion of movements, and enhance the aesthetics of the dance shoe.
[0007] Furthermore, the dance shoe body is made of a single layer of elastic cotton fabric with a pure cotton elastic lining; Through the above technical solution, the dance shoe body is made of a single layer of elastic cotton fabric with a pure cotton elastic lining, which makes the dance shoe body have extremely high elasticity and toughness. It can tightly wrap the instep like a second skin, perfectly showcasing the foot lines, while allowing the foot to make various movements such as pointing and flexing the foot without producing too many wrinkles.
[0008] Furthermore, the dance shoe body has a wearing chamber inside, and a cross elastic band is fixedly installed at the upper end of the dance shoe body and located in the wearing chamber; The above technical solution uses a cross-shaped elastic band to prevent the garment from slipping off while the dancer is moving.
[0009] Furthermore, the forefoot pad is made of four layers of material, from the outside to the inside: microfiber synthetic leather, sponge filling pad, pad made of ultra-light foam and canvas composite, and composite brushed insole; the heel pad is made of three layers of material, from the outside to the inside: microfiber synthetic leather, pad made of ultra-light foam and canvas composite, and composite brushed insole. The above technical solutions can provide stronger grip, wear resistance and comfort for the forefoot and heel pads, and the segmented sole pads greatly increase flexibility and make it easier to bend the foot.
[0010] Furthermore, the cushion is made of a composite of ultra-lightweight foam material and pure cotton elastic fabric; Through the above technical solution, the soft pad is made of ultra-light foam material and pure cotton elastic fabric, so that the soft pad has the characteristics of being thin, soft, elastic, breathable and sweat-absorbent.
[0011] This utility model has the following beneficial effects: This utility model proposes a dance shoe with the function of protecting the arch and ligaments. The dance shoe enhances the wrapping and support of the arch and heel of the dance shoe body by setting up soft pads and elastic webbing, which reduces the load on the ligaments and muscles of the foot during dance movements, improves the comfort and completion of movements, and enhances the aesthetics of the dance shoe. Attached Figure Description
[0012] Figure 1 A diagram showing the tiptoeing posture of a dance shoe with arch and ligament protection functions proposed in this utility model; Figure 2 Another perspective view of the tiptoeing state of a dance shoe with arch and ligament protection function proposed in this utility model; Figure 3 A three-dimensional front view of the main body of a dance shoe that has the function of protecting the arch and ligaments, as proposed in this utility model; Figure 4This is a three-dimensional view of the bottom of a dance shoe body that has the function of protecting the arch and ligaments, as proposed in this utility model.
[0013] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the internal cavity structure of a dance shoe body that has the function of protecting the arch and ligaments, as proposed in this utility model; Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the body of a dance shoe that has the function of protecting the arch and ligaments, as proposed in this utility model.
[0014] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Dance shoe body; 2. Wearing chamber; 3. Cross elastic band; 4. Heel pad; 5. Forefoot pad; 6. Soft pad; 7. Elastic webbing. Detailed Implementation
[0015] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of specific embodiments. Obviously, the described specific embodiments are only a part of the specific embodiments of the present invention, and not all of them. Based on the specific embodiments of the present invention, all other specific embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0016] Reference Figure 1-6 This utility model provides a specific implementation method: A dance shoe with arch and ligament protection features includes a shoe body 1 and a soft pad 6. A forefoot pad 5 and a heel pad 4 are fixedly installed at both the front and rear ends of the shoe body 1. The soft pad 6 is fixed inside the shoe body using a herringbone stitch. An elastic webbing 7 is fixedly installed at the lower end of the shoe body 1. The soft pad 6 and elastic webbing 7 enhance the support and wrapping of the arch and heel by the bottom of the shoe body 1, reducing the load on the ligaments and muscles of the foot during dance movements, improving comfort and execution, and enhancing the aesthetics of the shoe. The shoe body 1 is made of a single layer of elastic cotton fabric with a pure cotton elastic lining. This material provides the shoe body 1 with high elasticity and resilience, allowing it to tightly wrap around the instep like a second skin, perfectly showcasing the foot's lines, while allowing for various foot movements such as pointing and flexing without injury. To prevent excessive wrinkles, the dance shoe body 1 has a wearing chamber 2 inside. A cross elastic band 3 is fixedly installed at the upper part of the dance shoe body 1 and located in the wearing chamber 2. The cross elastic band 3 prevents the shoe from falling off when the dancer is dancing. The forefoot pad 5 is made of four layers of materials, from the outside to the inside: microfiber synthetic leather, sponge filling pad, pad made of ultra-light foam and canvas composite, and composite brushed insole. The heel pad 4 is made of three layers of materials, from the outside to the inside: microfiber synthetic leather, pad made of ultra-light foam and canvas composite, and composite brushed insole. This provides stronger grip, wear resistance and comfort for the forefoot pad 5 and heel pad 4. The segmented sole pad greatly increases flexibility and makes it easy to bend the foot. The soft pad 6 is made of ultra-light foam material and pure cotton elastic fabric composite. The soft pad 6 is thin, soft, elastic, breathable and sweat-absorbent.
[0017] Working Principle: This dance shoe, designed to protect the arch and ligaments, is first put on by inserting the dancer's toes through the wearing chamber 2 and tightly attaching the cross-shaped elastic band 3 to the ankle area. Simultaneously, during the production of the shoe body 1, the soft pad 6 is cut into two spoon-shaped pieces conforming to the natural curve of the foot. These are then fixed inside the shoe body 1 using a herringbone stitching technique between the ultra-lightweight foam and canvas composite pad and the composite brushed insole. Except for the innermost insole, all other layers are fixed using a glue-then-sew method. The insole is bonded with natural fish glue. The soft pad 6 extends from the arch of the forefoot pad 5 and completely wraps around the heel, closely conforming to the physiological curvature of the arch, forming an arch support layer and a heel stability support layer. This further enhances structural strength and overall fit. Subsequently, an elastic webbing 7 is added to the bottom seam of the dance shoe body 1, which serves to assist in compression and decoration, significantly increasing the wrapping and support force when the dancer wears it. When the dancer performs foot movements, the sole of the shoe grips the foot firmly like a sock, reducing slippage and gaps, improving heel stability, reducing heel slippage, and enhancing the completion and aesthetics of movements. It effectively distributes pressure on the sole of the foot, reduces the load on muscles and ligaments, and lowers the risk of sports injuries. The overall structure is lightweight and does not affect foot flexibility, while enhancing comfort and durability. It conforms to ergonomics, combining functionality and aesthetics, and is suitable for professional dance training.
[0018] The following points should be noted in this article: 1. The accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed herein only relate to the structures involved in the embodiments disclosed herein; other structures can be referred to in a general design.
[0019] 2. Where there is no conflict, the embodiments of this disclosure and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other to obtain new embodiments.
[0020] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing specific embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing specific embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A dance shoe with arch and ligament protection functions, comprising a dance shoe body (1) and a cushion (6), characterized in that: The lower end of the dance shoe body (1) and both the front and rear ends are fixedly provided with a forefoot pad (5) and a rear foot pad (4). The soft pad (6) is fixed inside the shoe body by herringbone stitching. The lower end of the dance shoe body (1) is fixedly provided with an elastic webbing (7).
2. A dance shoe with arch and ligament protection function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The dance shoe body (1) is made of a single layer of elastic cotton fabric with a pure cotton elastic lining.
3. A dance shoe with arch and ligament protection function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The dance shoe body (1) has a wearing chamber (2) inside, and a cross elastic band (3) is fixedly installed at the upper end of the dance shoe body (1) and at the wearing chamber (2).
4. A dance shoe with arch and ligament protection function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The forefoot pad (5) is made of four layers of material, from the outside to the inside: microfiber synthetic leather, sponge filling pad, pad made of ultra-light foam and canvas composite, and composite brushed insole. The heel pad (4) is made of three layers of material, from the outside to the inside: microfiber synthetic leather, pad made of ultra-light foam and canvas composite, and composite brushed insole.
5. A dance shoe with arch and ligament protection function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cushion (6) is made of ultra-light foam material and pure cotton elastic fabric.