EP2674202A1 - Cover for a leg, foot and/or ankle joint in addition to production method - Google Patents

Abstract

The topcoat has socks parts or lower and upper stockings parts (11, 12) laid above each other or inserted into each other. The socks parts or stockings parts are provided such that a toe region is closed, and fixedly or detachably connected with each other. Plastic and/or foam inserts are fixedly or detachably fixed in an ankle slot, a fibula slot, and a tibia slot for protection of a tibia, an ankle, an Achilles tendon and/or a calf. An integrated band, an exposed band, and a hook-and-loop fastener are partially integrated in the topcoat. The topcoat is formed from a breathable base material. An independent claim is also included for a method for manufacturing a topcoat.

Description

The invention relates to an overcoat for a leg, foot and / or ankle, in particular for protection against injuries, and to a method for producing such a cover.

In sports, the leg, foot and ankle are usually the most heavily loaded, so they are often injured. Protective devices such as shin guards are known. From the publication DE 27 43 741 is a combination of stocking and shin guards known in particular for football, in which at least one pocket for the provision of deposits of shock-absorbing material is provided. However, such a protective device is primarily designed to protect against external influences such as bruises and bumps.

From the publication DE 10 2005 042 237 Al is an overcoat for an ankle, leg and / or foot is known in which the outer contour of a foot is pulled by a band upwards to create a bias of the ankle and so protect against injury. The band is applied to the foot and fixed by means of a Velcro fastener. Such a band on the overcoat must be applied in a targeted manner, to capture the outer contour of a foot sufficiently and pull in the desired manner upwards. The handling of the topcoat is cumbersome and the wearing comfort of such a topcoat is limited by the structure of the topcoat.

The invention has for its object to provide an overcoat, which allows effective protection against injury with a simple design and safe handling.

The object of the invention is achieved by an overcoat with the features of claim 1 and with the features of the independent claims. Advantageous embodiments emerge from the subclaims.

According to the invention, a double-walled stocking is proposed, which can accommodate any combination of protective devices such as inserts for the protection of the ankle, Achilles tendon, calf and / or tibia and is provided in an overcoat, so that the overcoat can be tightened as a protective product in a simple manner.

The overcoat is formed in a preferred embodiment as a sock. As a sock, the overcoat is basically a garment for the foot and is closed to the toe, so as to protect the toe area from blisters or injuries. The length of the sock-shaped overcoat open to the leg can be varied as needed. With a sock-shaped overcoat on the one hand an additional garment on the foot is avoided, so that in a compact way effective protection of the leg, foot and ankle is possible. In addition, the handling is simplified because only an overcoat like a sock must be created.

In another embodiment, the overcoat is designed as a compression stocking in such a way that the topcoat sufficiently tight and biased on the leg, foot and / or ankle rests and consists of elastically extensible material. Preferably, a two-tensile material is used for the longitudinal and transverse expansion, for example a synthetic compression fabric. Partially also specially woven compression threads can be provided, for example for the integrated band. The integrated band in the foot region is in this case preferably designed to have a tensile stiffness in order to achieve a firm support of the foot in the manner described above. The ankle is stabilized by the completely elastic enclosure improved. In addition, the compression promotes blood circulation.

The topcoat consists in a preferred embodiment of a breathable base material, which is also preferably highly flexible and gentle on the skin. The breathable material ensures sufficient transpiration of the overcoat and thus improves wearing comfort, especially during sports.

The overcoat is double-layered. In particular, a standard stocking is in a stocking so as to provide two layers. By suitable joining such as sewing the two stockings are on the lower stocking preferably at all points means for attaching any protection devices available. Preferably, pockets or inserts are provided in the inserts for protection of the ankle, Achilles tendon, tibia and / or fibula can be brought in if necessary. In a preferred embodiment, the nested stockings can be detachably connected, for example via a releasable closure means such as a Velcro connection, so that the stockings can be easily separated from one another and applied separately if necessary. In this embodiment, which represents an independent invention, it is possible to react flexibly to the respective requirement. The inner stocking, which is in direct contact with the foot of a wearer, especially in the worn state, has in a particularly preferred embodiment on the outer side means for a releasable closure means, such as a hook-and-loop fastener. The inserts for protection of ankle, Achilles tendon, tibia and / or fibula are then preferably designed such that they can be releasably attached to the inner stocking, so as to allow a flexible attachment of the protective inserts and to prevent slippage while wearing. Also, between the two, nested stockings an elastic band may be introduced and fixed, for example by sewing, so as to provide such a bias that thereby an external crack can be pulled up with the effects which will be explained in more detail below. Preferably, at least one of the two stockings is designed as a compression stocking and although particularly preferably the inner stocking, in addition to the integrate advantageous properties of a compression stocking. However, both stockings can also be designed as a compression stocking. These embodiments may be combined with any other features disclosed in this application individually or in any combination.

According to a further aspect of the invention, one or more pockets are provided on the overcoat which extend substantially parallel to the ankle, Achilles tendon, tibia and / or fibula when the overcoat is worn. Plastic and / or foam inserts can be provided in these pockets to protect the wearer's ankle, Achilles tendon, tibia and / or fibula from injury. The pockets are advantageously designed for an exchange of deposits, in the pockets and inserts with different insertion strengths can be provided in order to achieve a stress-resistant protection. In order to ensure sufficient mobility and high wearing comfort, the inserts are preferably made flexible.

In order to avoid that the deposits solve themselves automatically from the pockets, it is provided in a further embodiment, the pockets perform closable. For this purpose, a closure means such as a Velcro, button closure or push button can be provided.

In a further embodiment, the overcomer comprises means for holding or pulling the outer crack of a foot upwards in the direction of the leg, wherein the means for holding or pulling the outer crack are at least partially integrated in the overcoat. The integrated design according to the invention means that the integrated elements are incorporated in the overcoat and need not be provided separately.

When the foot is stressed, in particular when jumping, a foot usually tilts down with its toes. At the same time, the foot also pivots regularly on the side so that the outer edge of a foot during the Movement first comes into contact with the ground, with the result that a foot over the normal extent can be folded over or twisted and thereby injury such as ligament strains or strains occur. By pulling the outer crack of a foot upwards in the direction of the leg, such a bending or twisting of the foot is counteracted with the result of a stabilization of the foot during the course of movement and protection against such injuries. The fact that the means for holding or pulling the outer crack are partially integrated in the overcoat, the structure of an overcoat can be simplified by the number of elements provided is reduced. The overcoat can thus be handled more functionally easier, since it is not necessary to apply a separately provided on the topcoat means such as a band in a targeted manner on the foot to produce a desired bias.

The overcoat has, in one embodiment, a band as a means for pulling the outer tear of a foot upwards. The band is preferably integrated in the foot area in the overcoat in such a way that the integrated band is incorporated in the foot area in the overcoat. The integrated band can be realized for example by specially woven threads such as compression threads. In this way, the integrated band manufacturing technology can be easily formed in the desired shape and width in the overcoat. In particular, the integrated band extends from the lower foot area beginning to the outer span to better capture the outer contour. The integrated band in the foot region of the overcoat makes it possible to better grasp an external crack for generating a bias without having to apply a separately provided band in a targeted manner on or around the foot region. The functional handling of the overcoat to generate a bias voltage is thus simplified. In addition, the integrated band is protected in the overcoat from slipping and, consequently, before a change in the bias by improper alignment of the tape in an improved manner. By contrast, standard coaters can use a separate tape on the topcoat slippage and misalignment of the tape over time can not be prevented. The wearing comfort of a cover according to the invention is consequently increased, since a laborious readjustment of the cover is avoided.

In a further embodiment, the band is designed exposed above the foot area, preferably in such a way that one end of the band for pulling the outer crack of a foot can be fastened detachably upwards on the top cover. Preferably, the exposed band is elastically extensible, preferably by 10% to 50%, more preferably by up to 25%. Due to the elastic design of the band, the outer contour of a foot can be pulled up resiliently depending on the set bias. In addition, the mobility of the foot is maintained. The exposed band above the foot region and the band integrated in the foot region are in particular connected to one another or, alternatively, produced in one piece, so as to advantageously produce a prestress with the aid of the band.

The integrated band has in a preferred embodiment, a high tensile stiffness compared to the exposed band. For example, as a material for the integrated band, stretch-resistant threads can be incorporated. While the exposed band may preferably be elastically stretched, the integrated band is then substantially strain-resistant. This ensures that the foot area, which is captured by the integrated tape as described above, is firmly enclosed for pulling the outer crack upwards. The stretch-rigid design of the integrated band thus enables a firm support of the band in the foot area.

The means for pulling the outer crack of a foot upwards comprises in one embodiment a releasable attachment means such as a hook-and-loop fastener. The releasable fastening means is arranged in particular above the foot region and preferably on the side of the outer crack of the foot, allowing for a short, direct connection for pulling the external crack.

According to another aspect of the invention, the overcoat for a leg, foot and / or ankle has a pull-on integrated contractible region which is arranged so that an outer crack of a foot can be pulled upwards. The contractible region is preferably formed so that this region generates a tensile stress in the worn state of the overcoat such that an outer crack of a foot is pulled upwards in the direction of the leg. The contractible portion is preferably disposed on one side of the topcoat, most preferably on the side of the external tear, to allow pulling of the external tear by corresponding contraction. The contractible region can be incorporated, for example, by means of compression fabric, for example, synthetic compression threads in the overcoat. The provision of a contractible region in the overcoat allows a targeted pulling action and thus biasing of the overcoat without the need to provide or apply a separate tape. In this way, a particularly compact, uniform overcoat, which is particularly easy to handle due to a targeted tension of the contractile region. The larger contact area of the contractile area with a leg, foot or ankle also improves the wearing comfort of the overcoat.

In order to further enhance the generated bias by means of the contractible region in the overcoat, optionally an exposed tape may be connected to the contractible region in the manner described above. When a band is connected to the contractible area, the other end may be releasably secured to a fastener to maintain increased tension. The remainder of the overcoat area without the contractile area may be useful for creating pressure on the enclosed leg, foot or ankle be formed so as to enhance the stabilizing effect in this area.

• Fig. 1 eine schematische Darstellung eines doppelwandigen Überziehers zur Anbringung beliebiger Kombinationen von Schutzvorrichtungen
• Fig. 2 eine schematische Darstellung eines weiteren Ausführungsbeispiels eines Überziehers,
• Fig. 3 eine Ausführungsform eines Überziehers mit Taschen zum Schutz von Knöchel, Schien- und Wadenbein und
• Fig. 4 einen Überzieher gemäß Fig. 2 in angelegtem Zustand.

In the following, embodiments of the invention are described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings for better understanding. Show it:

• Fig. 1 a schematic representation of a double-walled overcoat for attachment of any combination of protection devices
• Fig. 2 a schematic representation of another embodiment of a topcoat,
• Fig. 3 an embodiment of an overcoat with pockets to protect the ankle, tibia and fibula and
• Fig. 4 an overcoat according to Fig. 2 in an established state.

At the in FIG. 1 illustrated embodiment, the overcoat is shown with doppelwandigem structure. The topcoat consists of two stockings, namely a lower stocking 1 1 and an upper stocking 12, which can be placed over each other double-walled. While the lower stocking 1 1 preferably serves to accommodate all possible combinations of protective devices such as inserts for the protection of the ankle, Achilles tendon, fibula and / or tibia, in particular by means of a closure means such as a hook and loop fastener, the upper stocking 12 serves as a fixation stocking. The overcoat is made in particular so that two stockings or socks are placed over each other double-walled. On the lower stocking 1 1 or socks, protective devices for a leg, foot and / or ankle, in particular inserts for protecting the ankle, Achilles tendon, calves and / or tibia, are arranged as required. The upper stocking 12 is then used to fix the attached protective devices - by means of Velcro fasteners, suitable attachment means or in pockets or slots - fixed or detachable. By this method, it is possible for the first time, all existing or future conceivable protection devices in one single overcoat with double-walled construction to integrate and accordingly easy to put on. This saves not only the cumbersome and mutually hindering application of individual components - such as shin and ankle protection, taping, etc. - it also allows easy donning. In addition, the manufacturing method of the double-walled overcoat, a simple manufacturing and flexible adaptation to a desired protection product allows by individual protection components can be flexibly omitted, added or replaced.

At the in FIG. 2 illustrated embodiment, the overcoat 10 is formed with a closed toe area as a sock. The overcoat 10 is shown in a side view so that the outline of a foot, in this case a left leg, is shown. Pulling and / or holding the outer crack of the foot upwards takes place by means of an integrated band 1 in the foot region. The integrated band 1 is incorporated for this purpose in the overcoat, preferably such that the outer contour of the foot is detected. For this purpose, the integrated band 1 can extend below and above the foot, namely up to the outer span, so as to comprise the outer contour of a foot in an improved manner. Above the foot region, the band emerges from the overcoat and forms an exposed band 2. The exposed band 2 is resilient and can be releasably secured to one end above the foot to create a bias. For this purpose, a releasable fastening means such as a hook and loop fastener 3 is provided above the foot, in particular on the side of the outer crack. The exposed band 2 then has at one end a corresponding Velcro strip for the hook and loop fastener 3. The integrated band 1 is particularly designed to be stretch-resistant in comparison to the exposed band 2, in order to allow firm support of the foot. The exposed band 2 is elastically stretchable, preferably by 10% to 50%, more preferably by up to 25%. The outer contour of a foot can thus be biased in a resilient manner upwards in the direction of the leg. The length of the exposed band 2 is preferably between 4 and 10 cm, in the normal case about 6 cm.

In use, after the application of the sock-shaped topcoat 10, the exposed tape 2 is grasped at one end and releasably secured to the hook and loop fastener 3. By vertical and / or horizontal change of the attachment point on the attachment means such as a hook and loop fastener 3, the bias can be adjusted specifically. In this way, the integrated band 1, which is designed to be particularly rigid, detects the outer crack of a foot and pulls it resiliently upwards in the direction of the leg. The created preload stabilizes the foot so that injuries caused by sprains or kinking can be avoided.

In FIG. 3 an embodiment of the overcoat 10 is shown with pockets for the protection of the ankle, tibia and fibula. The pockets are designed as inserts for plastic and / or foam inserts. The inserts can then be exchanged in a flexible manner. An ankle insert 5 is substantially parallel to the ankle of a foot when the overcoat is worn. Shin insertion 7 and calf insertion 6 are substantially parallel to the tibia or fibula in the worn state. Depending on requirements, inserts with different material thickness and / or material properties can be used in the pockets. In addition to plastic or foam other forces or shock absorbing materials can be used as an insert. In order to allow sufficient mobility when wearing the overcoat, the inserts are preferably made elastic or flexible. This can be realized for example by means of a suitably flexible material such as plastic and / or by constructive measures such as adapted bending points in the deposits.

The toe area 4 is designed to be closed, in particular when the overcoat is formed, as socks in order to simultaneously protect the toes by means of the overcoat. Advantageously, the toe area 4 is made reinforced, for example, the material is made two to three times or an additional reinforcing material in the toe area 4 is provided.

FIG. 4 shows the overcoat according to FIG. 2 in an established state. The arrow on the integrated band 1 illustrates the direction for pulling the outer crack upwards. The integrated band 1 in the foot region is preferably wider than the exposed band 2 above the foot region. Particularly preferably, the integrated band 1 is at least twice as wide as the exposed band 2 is formed. The integrated band 1, which is incorporated in the foot region of the overcoat, is thus securely supported on the outer contour of the foot, so that slipping of the integrated band 1 is improvedly avoided. At the same time, the width of the integrated band 1 prevents a constricting effect of the band on the foot, so that the wearing comfort of a cover is ensured even with strong bias. In case of FIG. 3 extends the leg 9 towards the open end of the topcoat 10 to below the knee. Depending on requirements, the overcoat 10 can also be made shorter and more compact, especially if no pockets are provided for the protection of the splint or fibula.

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Integrated band

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Exposed band

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velcro fastener

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toe

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ankle slot

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Fibula insertion

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Shin slot

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foot

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leg

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overcoat

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Lower stocking

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Upper stocking

Claims (14)

Overcoat (10) for a leg (9), foot (8) and / or ankle, in which the overcoat is formed from two socks or stockings laid over one another or in one another, preferably such that the toe region (4) is closed, which are connected to each other so firmly or detachably that thereby protections for leg, foot and / or ankle, in particular inserts for the protection of a tibia, ankle, Achilles tendon and / or calf, preferably in pockets (5, 6, 7) and Slots, fixed or detachable can be fixed. Overcoat according to the preceding claim, wherein the inner stocking (11) or socks on the outside is designed such that protective devices, in particular inserts for protecting a tibia, ankle, an Achilles tendon and / or a calf can be releasably secured. Covering (10) preferably according to one of the preceding claims, comprising means (1, 2, 3) for holding and / or pulling the external crack of a foot upwards in the direction of the leg, characterized in that the means for holding and / or pulling the outer crack are at least partially integrated in the overcoat. Overcoat according to the preceding claim, having at least one band (1, 2) as a means for pulling the outer crack of a foot upwards. Overcoat according to the preceding claim, wherein the band (1) is integrated in the foot region in the overcoat, preferably such that the integrated band (1) has a high tensile rigidity. Overcoat according to one of the preceding claims, in which the band (2) is designed to be exposed above the foot region, preferably such that one end of the strap (2) can be releasably secured upwardly for pulling the outer tear of a foot. Overcoat according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the band, in particular the exposed band (2) can be stretched elastically, preferably by 10% to 50%, particularly preferably by up to 25%. Overcoat according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the overcoat is formed as a sock or stocking, preferably such that the toe region (4) is closed. Overcoat according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the base material of the overcoat is breathable. Overcoat according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the overcoat is designed as a compression stocking. Overcoat according to one of the preceding claims, wherein one or more pockets (5, 6, 7) are provided, which extend substantially parallel to the ankle, Achilles tendon, tibia and / or fibula. Overcoat according to one of the preceding claims with plastic and / or foam inserts for the protection of the ankle, Achilles tendon, tibia and / or fibula, wherein the plastic and / or foam inserts are preferably in pockets (5, 6, 7). Overcoat, in particular sock for one leg (9), foot (8) and / or ankle preferably according to one of the preceding claims, with a pull-down integrated contractible region which is arranged such that an outer crack of a foot can be pulled upwards. Method for producing a cover according to one of the preceding claims, in which protectors for a leg, foot and / or ankle, in particular inserts for protection of the ankle, Achilles tendon, calves and / or tibia, are arranged on a lower stocking (11) or socks, and an upper stocking (12) provided above fixedly or releasably fixes the protective devices, in particular in pockets or drawers.

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