Alternative method for making foot orthotics

Abstract

A process for measuring a person's foot to determine the optimum surface for said foot to rest upon to have the optimum balance and range of motion, and the method to transfer these needs to the foot orthotics and footwear. A foot measuring device to use with this process to measure the optimum position and also provide an accurate surface upon which to create the mold for the foot orthotic. An angle measuring device to accurately measure the foot's needs and the surface in footwear that the foot rests upon. A device to alter foam casting blocks used for making impressions of the foot for foot orthotics.

1 . A process for determining the optimum surface upon which a person's foot rests upon whereby providing the optimum range of motion in their feet and ankles, the maximum ability to absorb pressure in their feet from any activity, and the best ability to balance. 
 a. Said process in  claim 1  for determining the optimum relationship of the planes the forefoot and heel rest upon to provide the optimum range of motion in their feet and ankles, the maximum ability to absorb pressure in their feet from any activity, and the best ability to balance.    b. Said process in  claim 1  for determining the optimum angles that the different parts of the foot rest upon to provide the optimum range of motion in their feet and ankles, the maximum ability to absorb pressure in their feet from any activity, and the best ability to balance    
   
   
       2 . A foot measuring device for determining the optimum surface upon which a person's foot rests upon whereby providing them the optimum range of motion in their feet and ankles, the maximum ability to absorb pressure in their feet from any activity, and the best ability to balance. 
 a. Said measuring device in  claim 2  for determining the optimum relationship of the planes the forefoot and heel rest upon to give them the optimum range of motion in their feet and ankles, the maximum ability to absorb pressure in their feet from any activity, and the best ability to balance.    b. Said measuring device in  claim 2  for determining the optimum angles that the different parts of the foot rest upon to give them the optimum range of motion in their feet and ankles, the maximum ability to absorb pressure in their feet from any activity, and the best ability to balance    c. An angle measuring device to measure the angles of the surface of foot    d. measuring device in  claim 2  once said angles are determined to be optimum surface for foot to rest upon    e. Said angle measuring device of claim  2 c which can also measure surface inside footwear that the foot rests upon to assure they conform with the measurements from the measuring device in  claim 2 .    
   
   
       3 . A method of molding foot orthotics to attain the best heel to forefoot differential and angles for the surface the foot rests upon so it will integrate with their footwear. 
 a. A method to alter a casting foam block to make the foam compatible to be able to support the foot in the proper position when the impression is made thereof.    b. A device to alter a casting foam block for making a foot impression.