Variable pressure device for the ankle and foot

Abstract

The variable pressure device for the ankle and foot comprises chambers (1) located in specific areas of the foot, connected to one or more inflation valves (2), forming a structure surrounding the foot.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Variable pressure device for ankle and foot

[0003] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The invention, as the title of this specification indicates, is a variable pressure device for the ankle and foot. It is an innovation that offers advantages previously unknown within current techniques.

[0005] TECHNICAL SECTOR

[0006] The present invention falls within the sector of everyday needs, especially in medical or veterinary sciences and hygiene, specifically in measures aimed at establishing a diagnosis, as well as in instruments, utensils or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis not covered by any of the groups.

[0007] STATE OF THE ART

[0008] The present invention arises from the identification that many people face difficulties in maintaining control over the pressure they exert on their ankles and feet, which can cause discomfort or even injuries, especially during activities that require physical effort or prolonged standing.

[0009] Often, footwear available on the market lacks the ability to adjust to the specific needs of each area of ​​the foot, such as the ankle or the sole, and doesn't offer the versatility needed to provide adequate support in different situations. This not only limits the effectiveness of the products but also reduces the user's comfort and well-being.

[0010] Accordingly, this invention presents a variable pressure device for the ankle and foot that incorporates reliable chambers capable of adjusting their pressure, adapting to different areas of the foot, so that the user can wear any footwear (especially boots, for example, high-top boots) in an improved way. The versatile design of these chambers allows for specific solutions for the ankle, the sole of the foot, or both areas simultaneously, providing a personalized and comfortable fit for each user. Currently, no variable pressure device for the ankle and foot is known to exist that presents structural and constitutive technical characteristics equal to or similar to those described in this specification, as claimed.

[0011] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0012] The object of the present invention is the creation of a variable pressure device for the ankle and foot that provides a notable innovation within its field of application in the current state of the art, the characterizing details that make it possible being conveniently included in the final claims that accompany this description.

[0013] The present invention describes a variable pressure device for the ankle and foot, comprising inflation chambers located in specific areas of the foot, such as the ankle, plantar area, dorsal area, and calf. The specific areas will depend on the type of footwear for which it is intended, the user's needs, etc. These chambers are configured to be inflated and deflated by means of an inflation valve, providing support and comfort to the treated areas through adjustable pressure. Ideally, the chambers are part of a sock or may be in another type of independent, foot-enveloping structure that is applied directly to the area to be treated, allowing its use both with and without footwear, and offering a versatile fit. The chambers may form a single unit, so that they are all inflated from the same valve, or they may be separated into groups of chambers, each group with its own valve.

[0014] This invention solves the problem of inadequate support and fit in specific areas of the foot, such as the ankle and sole, using a variable pressure system that adapts to each user's needs. With adjustable inflation chambers, it allows for personalized and comfortable support, whether to relieve discomfort, improve performance, or facilitate recovery.

[0015] Its versatile design ensures an optimal and practical fit in various situations, allowing its use both with and without footwear, making it an accessible solution for different contexts, from injury recovery to comfort in daily activities. The inflation chambers that make up this variable pressure device are generally made of a flexible and resistant material, such as thick rubber, designed to minimize the risk of punctures and ensure its durability.

[0016] This characteristic of the materials used contributes to greater safety and reliability of the device during its use.

[0017] On the other hand, inflation chambers ideally have tubular shapes of varying dimensions, depending on the model, specifically configured to adapt to different pressure levels.

[0018] This configuration allows for improved support in different areas of the foot, adapting to the user's needs and preferences. This results in a personalized fit that optimizes comfort and support in each treated area.

[0019] Furthermore, these tubular inflation chambers preferably have different orientations: longitudinal, transverse, vertical or forming closed figures, for example in a circular arrangement, so that they adapt ergonomically to the different areas of the foot as needed.

[0020] This arrangement increases the versatility of the device, providing more effective support and allowing for specific ergonomic adjustment for each area, whether treated individually or in combination.

[0021] Finally, the inflation valve or valves are preferably integrated at the same level as the edge of the upper mouth of the sock (3) or of the structure in which the chambers are contained, for ease of operation, preventing it from protruding and maintaining a discreet design.

[0022] In turn, each valve preferably has a material near its opening that has magnetic properties, which facilitates a quick and efficient coupling of the inflator, optimizing the user experience of the device.

[0023] To use the variable pressure device for ankle and foot, the user must place the sock or structure over the area to be treated, ensuring that the inflation chambers are in the specific areas required.

[0024] Next, using the integrated inflation valve, the user will adjust the desired pressure in each chamber according to their support and comfort needs. Thanks to the flexible design and durable material of the chambers, the device provides an ergonomic fit that adapts optimally to the foot, allowing it to be used with or without shoes and providing personalized support in every situation.

[0025] EXPLANATION OF THE FIGURES

[0026] To complete the description being made and in order to help in the better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, this descriptive report is accompanied, as an integral part thereof, by a figure in which, for illustrative and non-limiting purposes, the following has been represented.

[0027] Figure 1 shows a perspective view of the variable pressure device for ankle and foot, in use, on a sock.

[0028] Figure 2 shows a bottom view of the variable pressure device for ankle and foot, in use, on a stand-alone structure.

[0029] PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION.

[0030] The variable pressure device for ankle and foot is characterized by comprising chambers (1) arranged in specific areas of the foot, such as the ankle, plantar area, dorsal area of ​​the foot, and calf, configured to be inflated and deflated by means of one or more inflation valves (2). These chambers (1) provide support and comfort to these areas through adjustable pressure and are contained within a structure, which in Figure 1 is a sock (3), that can be applied directly to the foot. This arrangement allows its use both with and without footwear, thus offering a versatile fit that adapts to various needs.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the inner tubes (1) are made of a flexible and durable material, such as rubber or thick rubber, to minimize the risk of punctures and ensure durability and safety during use.

[0032] Typically, the chambers (1) are tubular in shape with varying dimensions, configured to accommodate different pressure levels. This allows for improved support in different areas of the foot, adapting to the specific requirements of each user. The chambers (1) may have wider sections at specific points. Preferably, these chambers (1) are oriented longitudinally, transversely, vertically, or in closed shapes, such as circles, customized to ergonomically fit the different areas of the foot. This configuration allows for precise and effective ergonomic adjustment, providing more comfortable support tailored to the individual needs of each treated area, whether treated individually or in combination with other areas.

[0033] Preferably, the inflation valves (2) are integrated at the same level as the edge of the upper mouth of the sock (3) or of the structure, without protruding noticeably, thus maintaining a discreet design that does not cause discomfort during use.

[0034] In another preferred mode, each inflation valve (2) comprises material with magnetic properties, which facilitates a quick and efficient coupling of the inflator, thus ensuring a practical and comfortable user experience.

[0035] Having sufficiently described the nature of the present invention, as well as the manner of putting it into practice, it is not considered necessary to make its explanation more extensive so that any expert in the field may understand its scope and the advantages that derive from it, it being noted that, within its essentiality, it may be put into practice in other modes of embodiment that differ in detail from the one indicated as an example, and which will also achieve the protection sought provided that its fundamental principle is not altered, changed or modified.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. Variable pressure device for ankle and foot, characterized by comprising chambers (1) located in specific areas of the foot joined to one or more inflation valves (2) forming a structure that envelops the foot.

2. Variable pressure device for ankle and foot, according to claim 1, characterized in that the chambers (1) are made of rubber or thick rubber.

3. Variable pressure device for ankle and foot, according to claim 1, characterized in that the chambers (1) have tubular shapes.

4. Variable pressure device for ankle and foot, according to claim 1, characterized in that the inflation valves (2) are integrated into the upper opening of the structure.

5. Variable pressure device for ankle and foot, according to claim 1, characterized in that the inflation valve (2) comprises a magnetic material.

6. Variable pressure device for ankle and foot, according to claim 1, characterized in that the structure is a sock.

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