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Abstract
An adjustable arch support assembly having a position fixing member configured to be fixed to a shoe insole, the position fixing member having a plurality of retaining features positioned at different locations along the position fixing member. Also included is a movable arch support having a main body configured to support an arch region of a foot, and a coupling member provided on the main body and configured to couple the main body to the position fixing member. The coupling member has at least one engagement feature configured to engage different ones of the retaining features such that the movable arch support is fixed in different positions relative to the position fixing member based on the retaining feature engaged by the engagement feature.
Description
- This application is related to and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60/709,792, filed on Aug. 22, 2005, the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference. This application is related to Attorney Docket No. 275483US, U.S. application Ser. No. 11/365,685, titled METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING A CUSTOMIZED SHOE, Attorney Docket No. 275485US, U.S. application Ser. No. 11/365,612, titled METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING CUSTOMIZED FOOTWEAR TO A RETAIL CONSUMER, and Attorney Docket No. 275487US, U.S. application Ser. No. 11/365,613, titled METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFYING A KIT OF FOOTWEAR COMPONENTS USED TO PROVIDE CUSTOMIZED FOOTWEAR TO A CONSUMER, each filed on even date herewith. The entire content of each of these applications is hereby incorporated herein by reference.
- The present invention relates generally to footwear products, and more specifically to an adjustable arch support assembly for a shoe insole.
- The past several decades have seen commoditization of the footwear industry. Indeed, economies of scale in mass manufacturing and distribution has brought the price of footwear down to such an extent that nearly all customers are conditioned to forgo their individual needs and settle for standardized—off the shelf—but extremely affordable footwear products. However, the uniqueness of individual customers still remains, and recent indicators of a move toward customization are present in the footwear industry.
- For example, U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/365,614, assigned to FILA Luxembourg S.A.R.L., discloses a method and system for providing a customized shoe from a plurality of discrete shoe components. For example, the system can include a plurality of shoe cavity units made from a shoe upper connected to a sole assembly, a plurality of interchangeable insoles for inserting into the cavity unit, and a plurality of interchangeable arch supports for attaching to the insole prior to inserting into the cavity unit. Each plurality of footwear components includes components having the same function, but different physical characteristics. Thus, each component can be individually selected to match a characteristic of the wearer, and then assembled to provide a customized shoe for the wearer.
- While the above system provides a degree of customization, the present inventor has recognized that simply interchanging footwear components may not meet the degree of customization desired by consumers. Further, the above system can require retailers to stock a large number of individual components, resulting in complex and expensive issues of product forecasting, inventory control, auto-replenishment systems and product design, which can result in greater cost to the consumer.
- Accordingly, one object of the present invention is to address the above described and/or other problems in the footwear industry.
- Another object of the present invention is to provide a footwear component that can be adjusted to provide a degree of customization without the need to replace the component with another component having different physical attributes.
- Another object of the present invention is to provide an adjustable arch support assembly that allows positioning of a single arch support component in various positions on an insole.
- These and other objects are achieved by providing an adjustable arch support assembly having a position fixing member configured to be fixed to a shoe insole, the position fixing member having a plurality of retaining features positioned at different locations along the position fixing member. Also included is a movable arch support having a main body configured to support an arch region of a foot, and a coupling member provided on the main body and configured to couple the main body to the position fixing member. The coupling member has at least one engagement feature configured to engage different ones of the retaining features such that the movable arch support is fixed in different positions relative to the position fixing member based on the retaining feature engaged by the engagement feature.
- Another aspect of the invention includes an adjustable insole assembly having an insole with a first side configured to be in contact with a wearer's foot, and a second side having an arch support region recessed therein. A position fixing member is fixed to the arch support region, the position fixing member having a plurality of retaining features positioned at different locations along the position fixing member. A movable arch support includes a main body configured to support an arch region of a foot, and a coupling member provided on the main body and configured to couple the main body to the position fixing member. The coupling member has at least one engagement feature configured to engage different ones of the retaining features such that the movable arch support is fixed in different positions relative to the position fixing member based on the retaining feature engaged by the engagement feature.
- Still another aspect of the invention includes an adjustable arch support assembly having a position fixing member configured to be fixed to a shoe insole, a movable arch support, and means for coupling the movable arch support to the position fixing member such that the movable arch support can be moved to discrete positions relative to the position fixing member.
- As should be apparent, the invention can provide a number of advantageous features and benefits. It is to be understood that, in practicing the invention, an embodiment can be constructed to include one or more features or benefits of embodiments disclosed herein, but not others. Accordingly, it is to be understood that the preferred embodiments discussed herein are provided as examples and are not to be construed as limiting, particularly since embodiments can be formed to practice the invention that do not include each of the features of the disclosed examples.
- A more complete appreciation of the invention and many of the attendant advantages thereof will be readily obtained as the same becomes better understood by reference to the following detailed description when considered in connection with the accompanying drawings, wherein:
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FIG. 1 is an illustration of a custom shoe in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 is an exploded view showing an insole having rigid expansion components in relation to an adaptable sole assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 3 shows an insole and sole assembly in relation to a plurality of footwear components that can be assembled into a custom shoe in accordance with an embodiment with the present invention; -
FIGS. 4 a-4 c show a plurality of pre-manufactured arch supports 1210, 1220 and 1230 that may be used to provide a custom shoe in accordance with the present invention; -
FIG. 5 a provides a schematic illustration of an adjustable arch support assembly in a rear position in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 5 b provides a schematic illustration of an adjustable arch support assembly in a neutral position in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 5 c provides a schematic illustration of an adjustable arch support assembly in a froward position in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; -
FIG. 6 a shows a position fixing member in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, andFIG. 6 b shows a cross section view of the embodiment ofFIG. 6 a; -
FIG. 7 a shows a movable arch support in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, andFIG. 7 b shows a side view of the embodiment ofFIG. 7 a; and -
FIG. 8 a shows a movable arch support in relation to a position fixing member in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, andFIG. 8 b shows a side view of the embodiment ofFIG. 8 a. - Referring now to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals designate identical or corresponding parts throughout the several views,
FIG. 1 is an illustration of a custom shoe in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention. As seen in this figure, the shoe includes ashell 10 and aninsole 30. Theshell 10 includes anupper portion 100 and asole assembly 200 that are joined to one another to form a shell cavity into which theinsole 30 is placed, as depicted by the arrow inFIG. 1 . Theupper portion 100 includes a plurality of segments that are preferably made of durable sheets of non-elastic material such as leather, canvas, synthetic material, and are joined together to form theupper portion 100 as an integral unit. In the embodiment ofFIG. 1 , thesegment 113 connected betweensegments segments upper portion 100 when a foot is placed into the shoe. Thesole assembly 200 is also preferably expandable, as will be discussed further below. Details of an expandable upper and sole assembly are discussed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/365,614, which is incorporated herein by reference. - The
insole 30 includesmain member 305,expansion member 310, andarch support 320. In the embodiment ofFIG. 1 , themain member 305 includesrecesses expansion member 310 andarch support 320 respectively. Theexpansion member 310 andarch support 320 are shown fixed to their respective recesses, but these components may be separable from the shoe. Theexpansion member 310 and/orarch support 320 are preferably made of a rigid material that bends with the wearer's plantar region while the shoe is in use, but maintains length and width dimensions within the shoe cavity. In one embodiment rigid components, such as theexpansion member 310 orarch support 320 of theinsole 30, are used to expand width and/or length of a sole assembly in order to adapt the sole assembly to a particular wearer. -
FIG. 2 is an exploded view showing an insole having rigid expansion components in relation to an adaptable sole assembly. InFIG. 2 , the upper portion of the shoe is omitted for clarity. In the embodiment ofFIG. 2 , theexpansion member 310 andarch support 320 are separable from themain member 305. Specifically theexpansion member 310 fits withinrecess 315 and may be held therein by friction fit or adhesion, for example, although adhesion may permanently fix theexpansion member 310 within the recess and prevent this component from being replaced. Thearch support 320 includes anattachment aperture 323 that engages atab 327 mounted within therecess 325 of themain portion 305. Theaperture 323 andtab 327 allow thearch support 320 to be attached and detached from themain portion 305. As shown inFIG. 2 , theexpansion member 310 andarch support 325 extend across a full width of theinsole 30 such that at least a portion of a side edge of these components provides an outward expansion force on thesole assembly 200. - The
sole assembly 200 includes outersole portion 201 implemented as tread patterns mounted on a ground facing surface of the middlesole portion 203. The tread portions are configured to allow the sole assembly to grip the ground when the shoe is in use. As also seen inFIG. 2 , thesole assembly 200 includes a firstsole segment 220 and a secondsole segment 230 joined to one another by adeformable member 225. Thedeformable member 225 allows the first and secondsole segments sole assembly 200 when an expansion force is applied to the sole assembly.Deformable member 235 similarly joinssegments expansion member 310 and/orarch support 320 provided within the shoe. However, expansion may also be provided by the wearer's foot based on a size of the foot, or based on forces exerted on the insole during activities such as running or tennis. The present inventors have recognized that a line of the deformable member can be contoured to optimize the expansion properties to a particular characteristic of the wearer, such as the sport in which the shoe will be used. Details of different contours are disclosed in application Ser. No. 11/365,614, which is incorporated herein by reference. - As discussed above, an insole may include footwear components such as an expansion member and arch support that allow length and width adaptability of a sole assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a plurality of footwear components can be combined to provide a shoe customized for a particular person.
FIG. 3 shows an insole and sole assembly in relation to a plurality of footwear components that can be assembled into a custom shoe in accordance with an embodiment with the present invention. As seen inFIG. 3 , theinsole 700 includes amain part 700 having a top surface that includes arecess 360 for accommodating atoe crest 365 and arecess 350 for accommodating ametatarsal head shelf 355. In addition to these top surface components,insole 700 includes ametatarsal rise 340,arch support 350,heel insert 330 andheel clip 380 formed on a bottom surface ofmain part 705. Details of the use of these components to provide a customized shoe are disclosed in application Ser. No. 11/365,614, which is incorporated herein by reference. -
Arch support 350 includes anaperture 351 that mates with tab 353 to attach thearch support 350 to themain part 705 ofinsole 700. Unlike thearch support 320 ofFIGS. 1 and 2 , thearch support 350 does not extend a full width of theinsole 700 and therefore is not designed to expand the sole assembly as previously discussed. However, as with thearch support 320, thearch support 350 supports the longitudinal arch of the planter region to assist in reducing pronation of the foot on impact, and improves propulsion by selectively increasing arch height while acting to support the metatarsal joints and first ray during the midstance and propulsive phases of gait. As witharch support 320, proper selection ofsupport 350 can result in less arch pain, longer standing, running and less injuries. In one embodiment of the present invention a size, shape, positioning and firmness of the arch supports 320 and 350 is selected in accordance with the characteristic of the wearer. - Footwear components may also be attachable to the
sole assembly 200. In the embodiment ofFIG. 3 , afront tread segment 270 attaches to atread area 250 of thesole assembly 200, while arear tread segment 275 attaches to atread region 260 of thesole assembly 200. Further, the insole may have biomechanically placed variable durometer hardness portions in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, portions of the insole can be configured to adapt to the wearer's foot. PCT Application No. PCT/IT2005/000071 filed on Feb. 14, 2005 and titled “SHOE HAVING AN INNER ADAPTABLE SURFACE ON WHICH THE WEARER'S FOOT RESTS” is hereby incorporated herein by reference and discloses an adaptable insole which may be used in accordance with the present invention. - In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, footwear components are associated with a characteristic of the wearer, and the footwear components are combined to provide a custom shoe for the wearer. In one aspect of the present invention, at least one of the footwear components is selected from a plurality of pre-manufactured footwear components having substantially the same function, but having different physical attributes to accommodate different foot configurations.
FIGS. 4 a-4 c show a plurality of pre-manufacturedarch supports aperture 1250 that is used to attach the arch support to an insole. Thus, theaperture 1250 allows the arch supports 1210, 1220 and 1230 to be interchangeable with one another on a particular insole. It is understood that theaperture 1250 is not necessary to provide interchangeability, and other mechanisms may be used, including simply providing a common mating surface among arches, which is configured to mate with a surface of the insole. In a preferred embodiment, each arch is capable of being used for a left or right insole. For example, the arch 1210 may accommodate a left insole when oriented as shown inFIG. 4 a, but also can accommodate a right insole when oriented in a different direction. Other interchangeable footwear components may also be designed to accommodate a left or right insole. - Although the arch supports are interchangeable and provide substantially the same function, the arch supports 1210, 1220 and 1230 have different physical attributes that accommodate different characteristics of a foot. As seen in
FIGS. 4 a, 4 b an 4 c, for example,arch support 1210 has an arch height H1 whilearch support 1220 has a height H2<H1. Thus, the arch supports 1210 and 1220 are designed to accommodate different longitudinal arches of a foot. However, the arch supports 1210 and 1220 each have a thickness T1, which provides substantially the same flexibility characteristics for these arches. As seen inFIG. 4 c, thearch support 1230, includes an arch height H1 the same as thearch support 1210, but has a thickness T2>T1 thereby providing a less flexible arch support. Thus,arch support 1210 is designed to accommodate a foot requiring a more flexible support, such as that of an older individual. - While different physical attributes of a footwear component can provide a degree of customization as discussed above, the present inventor has recognized that position adjustment of a footwear component relative to the shoe can provide further customization. For example, the location of a longitudinal arch relative to the toe and heel of a foot can vary among feet that otherwise have the same arch characteristics such as height, length etc. Further, the desired position of the arch support may be different for feet having different medial arch lengths. Thus, the present inventor has discovered that adjustment of the same arch support to different positions in the shoe can provide improved customization to accommodate the arch location of the wearer's foot. Further, adjustment of the same arch support to different positions in the shoe may accommodate the preference of the wearer without the need to change to an arch support with different physical characteristics. Thus, the ability to adjust the position of the arch support in the shoe may lead to a reduction in the number of different types of arch supports needed to provide the degree of customization desired by consumers.
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FIG. 5 a provides a schematic illustration of an adjustable arch support assembly in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. As seen in this figure, the adjustablearch support assembly 500 is attached to the plantar side ofinsole 580 within an archsupport assembly region 590 of the insole. However, this is not necessary for the present invention. - The adjustable
arch support assembly 500 includes aposition fixing member 510 that is configured to be fixed toregion 590 of the insole, and a movablearch support 520 that is movably coupled to theposition fixing member 510. InFIGS. 5 a-5 c, theposition fixing member 510 is shown schematically as a rectangular shaped tab that is fixed to thearch region 590 of theinsole 580. Thecoupling member 530 is also shown schematically as a rectangular aperture within the movablearch support 520 that can be coupled to theposition fixing member 510. However, any shape and configuration of theposition fixing member 530 and movablearch support 520 may be used to allow relative movement of these parts when coupled to one another. For example, theposition fixing member 510 may be implemented as a recess or aperture in theinsole 580, and thecoupling member 530 of the movablearch support 520 may be implemented as a tab or protrusion for moving within the recess or aperture. Theposition fixing member 510 may be integrally formed with theinsole 580, or may be a separate part that is attached to theinsole 600 by adhesive or other means. Details of a movable arch support and position fixing member according to one embodiment will be discussed below. - As seen in
FIG. 5 a, the movablearch support 520 is provided in a rear position in theregion 590 relatively close to the heel of theinsole 580. Thus, theposition fixing member 510 is located in a front portion of thecoupling member 530.FIG. 5 b shows the samearch support 520 located in a neutral position in a middle region of thearch region 590, with the position fixing member located in a middle portion of thecoupling member 530. Finally,FIG. 5 c shows thearch support 500 located in a forward position in theregion 590 relatively close to the toe of theinsole 580, with theposition fixing member 510 in a rear portion of thecoupling member 530. Thus, in the embodiment ofFIGS. 5 a, 5 b and 5 c, the movablearch support 520 can occupy three discrete positions relative to theinsole 580 in accordance with the wearer's needs and/or preferences. WhileFIGS. 5 a, 5 b and 5 c show only three positions of the movable arch support, as would be appreciated by one of ordinary skill in the art, any number of positions (2 or more) may be provided. In this regard, theposition fixing member 510 and/or thecoupling member 530 can preferably have a mechanism for retaining the movable arch support in the desired position such that it does not move during wearer use. Details of this feature will be discussed below with respect toFIGS. 6-8 . -
FIG. 6 a shows a position fixing member in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, andFIG. 6 b shows a cross section view of the embodiment ofFIG. 6 a. As seen in these figures, theposition fixing member 600 includes abase 610 and aprotrusion 620. Thebase 610 is configured to be attached to an insole by adhesion, molding or any other suitable means for fixing the base. In the embodiment ofFIGS. 6 a and 6 b, theprotrusion 620 protrudes approximately normal to the surface of thebase 610, however other configurations may be used. As best seen inFIG. 6 b, the protrusion includes aflange 630 for holding theposition fixing member 600 in a movable coupling relation with the movable arch support. Further, theposition fixing member 600 includes threerecesses 640 for retaining the movable arch support in different locations along theprotrusion 620 of theposition fixing member 610. While not shown inFIG. 6 a or 6 b, a second flange may be provided on the side ofrecesses 640 to assist in maintaining coupling between theposition fixing member 600 and a movablearch support 700. -
FIG. 7 a shows a movable arch support in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, andFIG. 7 b shows a side view of the embodiment ofFIG. 7 a. As seen in these figures, the movablearch support 700 includes amain body 710, and acoupling member 720 formed in themain body 710. As best seen inFIG. 7 b, themain body 710 is configured to support an arch region of a foot, and is preferably made of a rigid but flexible material for this purpose. The main body may be shaped as the rigid expansion member arch support configured to expand the sole assembly as discussed in relation toFIG. 1 , or as an arch support such as that shown inFIG. 3 . Other shapes of the main body may be used. - The
aperture 720 is sized and shaped to be coupled to theprotrusion 620 of theposition fixing member 600 ofFIG. 6 . Thus, theaperture 720 is sized slightly smaller that the retainingflange 630, but larger that the remaining portion of theprotrusion 620 such that the aperture can snap over the retainingflange 630 and be movably retained thereby. Further, in the embodiment ofFIGS. 6 and 7 , theprotrusion 620 and theaperture 720 are slightly curved to facilitate positioning of the movablearch support 700 relative to the position fixing member 600 (and relative to the insole). Thus, the movablearch support 700 can be moved not only longitudinally, but also transversely or rotationally when slid along the aperture. Other shapes of theprotrusion 620 andaperture 720 can provide different positioning of the arch support. - As also seen in
FIG. 7 a, theaperture 720 includes an engagement feature implemented as atab 730 for engaging therecesses 640 in theposition fixing member 600. Thus, theengagement feature 730 is preferably similarly shaped to facilitate mating with therecesses 640. In the embodiment ofFIG. 7 a, themain body 710 also includes arelief slot 740 positioned adjacent to theengagement feature 730. Therelief slot 740 allows theaperture 720 to expand its width in the region of theengagement member 720 such that the movablearch support 700 can be slid into different positions corresponding to therecesses 640 on theposition fixing member 600. That is, the wearer may slide the movablearch support 700 along theprotrusion 620 into the different positions without completely removing the movable arch support from the protrusion. -
FIG. 8 a shows a movable arch support in relation to a position fixing member in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, andFIG. 8 b shows a side view of the embodiment ofFIG. 8 a. As seen in these figures, theaperture 720 of the movable arch support is coupled to theprotrusion 620 of the position fixing member. As best seen inFIG. 8 b, theaperture 720 is snapped over theflange 630 of theprotrusion 620. Further, theengagement tab 730 is positioned within thecenter recess 640 of the position fixing member to retain the movablearch support 700 in the neutral position as shown inFIG. 5 b. If the wearer wishes to move the movablearch support 700 to the rear position shown inFIG. 5 a or the front position shown inFIG. 5 c, the user forces the movablearch support 710 to slide along theprotrusion 620. During this motion, theengagement tab 730 retracts by compression of theslot 740, and then engages a different recess by expansion of theslot 740 to its normal width. -
FIGS. 6-8 provide only one example of a footwear component (arch support) that can be provided in moving relation to the insole of shoe. It is to be understood that any of the footwear components discussed herein, or other footwear components, can be provided in moving relation to the footwear insole or shoe. In addition, a movable footwear component can be provided in combination with any of the above embodiments for providing a customized shoe in accordance with the present invention. - Obviously, numerous modifications and variations of the present invention are possible in light of the above teachings. It is therefore to be understood that within the scope of the appended claims, the invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described herein.
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1. An adjustable arch support assembly, comprising:
a position fixing member configured to be fixed to a shoe insole, said position fixing member having a plurality of retaining features positioned at different locations along the position fixing member; and
a movable arch support comprising:
a main body configured to support an arch region of a foot, and
a coupling member provided on the main body and configured to couple the main body to the position fixing member, the coupling member having at least one engagement feature configured to engage different ones of said retaining features such that the movable arch support is fixed in different positions relative to the position fixing member based on the retaining feature engaged by the engagement feature.
2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein:
said position fixing member comprises a base configured to be fixed to the shoe insole and a protrusion extending from the base, said protrusion having the plurality of retaining features positioned along a length of the protrusion, and
said coupling member comprises a slot having a length greater than the length of the protrusion such that the protrusion can be inserted into the slot and can be at different positions along the slot.
3. The assembly of claim 2 , wherein said plurality of retaining features each comprise a recess having a predetermined shape, and said at least one engagement feature comprises a mating tab shaped to mate with said recess having a predetermined shape.
4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein said protrusion comprises a retaining flange configured to retain the movable arch support movably coupled thereto.
5. The assembly of claim 4 , wherein the movable arch support further comprises a relief slot formed in the main body adjacent to the engagement feature and configured to permit the engagement feature to resiliently move into and out of engagement with the plurality of recesses.
6. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein said protrusion and coupling feature are each curved along a length thereof.
7. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein said movable arch support comprises thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU).
8. An adjustable insole assembly comprising:
an insole have a first side configured to be in contact with a wearer's foot, and a second side having an arch support region recessed therein;
a position fixing member fixed to the arch support region, said position fixing member having a plurality of retaining features positioned at different locations along the position fixing member; and
a movable arch support comprising:
a main body configured to support an arch region of a foot, and
a coupling member provided on the main body and configured to couple the main body to the position fixing member, the coupling member having at least one engagement feature configured to engage different ones of said retaining features such that the movable arch support is fixed in different positions relative to the position fixing member based on the retaining feature engaged by the engagement feature.
9. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein:
said position fixing member comprises a base configured to be fixed to the shoe insole and a protrusion extending from the base, said protrusion having the plurality of retaining features positioned along a length of the protrusion, and
said coupling member comprises a slot having a length greater than the length of the protrusion such that the protrusion can be inserted into the slot and can be at different positions along the slot.
10. The assembly of claim 9 , wherein said plurality of retaining features each comprise a recess having a predetermined shape, and said at least one engagement feature comprises a mating tab shaped to mate with said recess having a predetermined shape.
11. The assembly of claim 10 , wherein said protrusion comprises a retaining flange configured to retain the movable arch support movably coupled thereto.
12. The assembly of claim 11 , wherein the movable arch support further comprises a relief slot formed in the main body adjacent to the engagement feature and configured to permit the engagement feature to resiliently move into and out of engagement with the plurality of recesses.
13. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein said protrusion and coupling feature are each curved along a length thereof.
14. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein said movable arch support extends substantially the entire width of the insole.
15. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein said movable arch support extends substantially less that the entire width of the insole.
16. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein said position fixing member comprises a recess within the insole, and said coupling member comprises a protrusion extending from said main body.
17. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein said movable arch support comprises thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU).
18. The assembly of claim 8 , further comprising a shoe cavity having an expandable sole assembly, wherein said insole assembly is configured to be inserted into said shoe cavity and provide an outward force for expanding said shoe cavity.
19. The assembly of claim 8 , wherein said movable arch support is provided as one of a plurality of interchangeable arch supports each having different physical attributes.
20. An adjustable arch support assembly, comprising:
a position fixing member configured to be fixed to a shoe insole;
a movable arch support; and
means for coupling the movable arch support to the position fixing member such that the movable arch support can be moved to discrete positions relative to the position fixing member.
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