Orthopedic shoe

Abstract

The invention relates to a common condition—flexible pes planus (flatfoot). More particularly, the invention provides a new concept to an orthopedic shoe or boot for both normal and flat foot. The invention achieves the above object by providing an orthopedic shoe or boot for the prevention and control of pes planus which pushes the heel into its normal straight position. The foot needs no arch support since the way of correction through manipulation of shoe and its internal support rebuilds the anatomical arch.

1 . An orthopedic shoe or boot for the prevention and control of pes planus to push the heel vertical into its normal straight position, the shoe having a built-in arch support on the inner side of the shoe whereby the right and left arch support directly face each other, the desired inner shape of the shoe sole being achieved without any additional insert. 
     
     
         2 . The shoe or boot as claimed in  claim 1  further provided with an upper portion which when viewed from above the wearer is arranged to radially locate the heel relative to the angle of the lower portion of the foot. 
     
     
         3 . The shoe or boot as claimed in  claim 1 , wherein the heel area of said shoe is provided with a shock-absorbing element.