Patent ID: 8409123
Filing Date: 2013-04-02
Classification: A61F,A61H

Abstract:
1. A splint for supporting a user's planter fascia, comprising: a flexible semi-rigid frame having a top side and an under side, the frame forming a proximal surface that extends vertically along a user's shin and upper ankle and a distal surface that extends along the top of the user's foot; a first receptacle in the proximal surface for engaging a strap and a second receptacle in the distal surface for engaging a strap; an adjustable, inelastic tightening strap that engages the first and second receptacles, and that, upon tightening, pulls the distal surface toward the proximal surface into a fixed position to stretch the user's plantar fascia; and a soft housing that attaches the frame to the user's lower leg and fits under the user's foot.