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US 2016/0331633 A1Published application
Foot compression system
AssigneeAvex, LLC
InventorsMatthew J. Mayer, Peter E. Von Behrens, David M. Mayer, Gerhard B. Rill
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Abstract
Methods and systems for dynamic compression of venous tissue enable improved blood movement in the extremities. In accordance with an exemplary embodiment, a pressure pad provides a compressive force to the venous plexus region of the foot. The pressure pad is successively withdrawn and re-pressed against the foot. Improved blood circulation may reduce the occurrence of undesirable complications such as deep vein thrombosis, ulcers, and the like.
Claims20
An item of footwear, comprising:
- a flexible sole;
- and
- an actuator portion comprising a non-bendable pressure pad, wherein the actuator portion is completely contained within the item of footwear.
An item of footwear, comprising:
- an actuator portion completely contained within the item of footwear, the actuator portion comprising a pressure pad;
- and
- a sensor in operative communication with the actuator portion,
- wherein the sensor detects whether a wearer of the item of footwear is walking.
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