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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
May. 28, 2002
Filed:
Nov. 27, 2000
Jack K. Greer, Jr., Oak Ridge, TN (US);
W. Gilmer Reed, Jr., Strawberry Plains, TN (US);
John C. McCracken, Knoxville, TN (US);
Greer Reed Biomedical, LLC, Oak Ridge, TN (US);
Abstract
An arch brace orthotic includes an adjustable arch curve having a plurality of extensions separated by incisions which separate the arch curve surface into multiple resiliently cantilevered extensions. The extensions adjust the arch curve height and slopes during each foot-strike along the arch curve. The weighted arch curve height is returned to an unweighted height by flexibly rebounding of each extension to support the arch of the user's foot. A tensioning means is connectable under the arch brace, providing adjustment of the arch curve height and slope to therapeutically support the user's arch. The arch brace is movable without disassembly between any shoe for treatment of arch and foot disorders. A method of treating plantar fasciitis and related foot disorders includes selectively and periodically adjusting the arch curve height and slopes by manipulating the tensioning means for therapeutic support and user controlled strengthening of the user's arch and foot.