WO2015118235A1 - Compression socks having variable compression areas and variable compression force - Google Patents

Compression socks having variable compression areas and variable compression force Download PDF

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WO2015118235A1
WO2015118235A1 PCT/FR2015/000026 FR2015000026W WO2015118235A1 WO 2015118235 A1 WO2015118235 A1 WO 2015118235A1 FR 2015000026 W FR2015000026 W FR 2015000026W WO 2015118235 A1 WO2015118235 A1 WO 2015118235A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61F—FILTERS IMPLANTABLE INTO BLOOD VESSELS; PROSTHESES; DEVICES PROVIDING PATENCY TO, OR PREVENTING COLLAPSING OF, TUBULAR STRUCTURES OF THE BODY, e.g. STENTS; ORTHOPAEDIC, NURSING OR CONTRACEPTIVE DEVICES; FOMENTATION; TREATMENT OR PROTECTION OF EYES OR EARS; BANDAGES, DRESSINGS OR ABSORBENT PADS; FIRST-AID KITS
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    • A61F13/06—Bandages or dressings; Absorbent pads specially adapted for feet or legs; Corn-pads; Corn-rings
    • A61F13/08—Elastic stockings; for contracting aneurisms
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41B—SHIRTS; UNDERWEAR; BABY LINEN; HANDKERCHIEFS
    • A41B11/00—Hosiery; Panti-hose
    • A41B11/003—Hosiery with intermediate sections of different elasticity
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41B—SHIRTS; UNDERWEAR; BABY LINEN; HANDKERCHIEFS
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    • A41B11/08—Stockings without foot parts
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
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    • A41B—SHIRTS; UNDERWEAR; BABY LINEN; HANDKERCHIEFS
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  • Compression socks with variable areas of compression and compressive strength are variable areas of compression and compressive strength.
  • the present invention relates to the technical sector of sports articles and more specifically that of compression socks.
  • compression socks have here denoted all the elements allowing compression of the lower limbs, at the level of the calf.
  • the compression stockings, the knee-highs, the sleeves, the shorts, the tights or the socks are designated.
  • the compression is done on the entire calf, and completely uniform. It is indeed impossible to adapt the compression (more or less strong) or the area to be compressed (upper calf alone, lower part of o ⁇ et only, intermediate part, etc ).
  • Patent US2012102625 (A1) which describes a compression sock with different zones of compression but having the disadvantage that these compression zones are fixed and can not therefore be displaced according to the use.
  • the compressive force in this system arises solely from a difference in the elastic properties of the materials chosen on each zone.
  • the invention resides in a "compression sock" type device (1) composed of two circular parts (2, 3) (the first (2) below the knee and the second (3) at the ankle) connected between them on the front of the leg (tibia) by a full band (4).
  • the device On its back part (calf), the device comprises at least two free bands (5, 6) which cross on the back of the leg to define at least one compression zone (A), and also to cross in at minus two openings (7, 8) located on the full band. These openings being adapted in shape for the passage of said free bands.
  • the invention resides in a "compression sock" type device (1) composed of two circular parts (2, 3) (the first said upper (2) placed below the knee and the second said lower (3) placed at the ankle) connected to each other on the front side of the leg (shin) by a solid band (4).
  • the device On its rear part (calf), the device comprises at least one free band, preferably at least two free bands (5) and (6) that cross on the back of the leg to define at least one compression zone (A), and also intersecting in at least two openings (7) and (8) located on the full band. These openings being adapted in shape for the passage of said free bands crossing.
  • below the knee is meant that the upper circular band (2) will be positioned below the knee joint, so as not to hinder the proper functioning of the latter.
  • the lower circular band (3) will be positioned in such a way that it will allow the proper functioning of the ankle joint.
  • the band may cover the malleolus or be placed above the malleolus (according to the wishes of the users).
  • the important thing is that the compression sock (1) according to the present invention ensures the proper functioning of all the joints, and this without any gene.
  • FIG. 1 represents said "compression sock" type device (1) placed on one leg.
  • Figure 2 shows the same device in front view.
  • Figure 3 shows the same device in profile view.
  • FIG. 4 shows a different device comprising adjustable elements. This embodiment will be detailed more precisely below.
  • each of the free bands (5, 6) in notches; in total at least 4 notches that form a rhombus with each free band passing through two parallel notches.
  • This embodiment does not exempt the crossing (passage below / above) of the free bands.
  • the free bands are attached to the lower circular part (3) using one of these options:
  • the free bands are sewn on the lower circular band and scratch on the upper circular band.
  • the free bands go back to the upper circular part (2) by embracing the calf and passing through the openings (7) and (8).
  • the free bands will be fixed by Scratch TM or loop clips (closure "type backpack") or snap, or any other known means, on at least one fastening element (11) disposed on the upper circular portion (2).
  • two fastening elements (11) will be arranged on the circular part (2) so that each of these elements can fix a free band (5) or (6).
  • These fastening elements in this preferred embodiment, will be arranged on the lateral parts of the circular band (2). It is at the level of the fixation of the free bands on the upper circular part (2) that the adjustment of the compression force is carried out.
  • the user can manage and adjust the compression force he needs. To do this, the more it will pull on the free bands before fixation, the more the calf will be compressed at the level of at least one point (A) of compression. Conversely the less he pulls, the less the calf will be compressed.
  • Said at least two openings (7) and (8) can be arranged at different places of the full band (4). This is the location of openings (7) and (8) on the full band which defines the area or zones of compression at the back on the calf.
  • said openings may be cut in the solid band so as to pass the free bands.
  • the choice of the location of the openings is made in the manufacture of the compression sock, either by the doctor or by the manufacturer.
  • said openings may be adjustable in height along the length of the solid band (4), and thus the end user may at will define the location of the openings and thus define him - even the desired compression zones.
  • it will be possible to predict the length of the full band (4) a scratch-type band on which will be positioned circular elements (9, 10) through which the free bands can cross.
  • the user will be able to move and position said elements (9, 10) all along the scratch-type band according to his wishes.
  • fastening means well known to those skilled in the art.
  • the circular parts as well as the solid band can be manufactured in materials commonly used for compression socks (described below), alone or in combination, while the Free bands are they consist of a material with greater elasticity like elastane to allow compression.
  • the compression sock of the present invention can couple materials with different elastic properties.
  • thermoregulatory effect warm in winter, and cold in summer
  • it offers comfort to the user, and is easier to put on than other compression fibers.
  • a compression article mainly of cotton is not very elastic, and will wear out more quickly.
  • Opaque Veil or opaque Microfibres for solid bands and its circular parts:
  • the opaque veil is mainly a microfiber flat polyamide based compression.
  • the compression stockings in opaque veil are easy to put in place thanks to their high elasticity.
  • the transparent veil mainly contains ultra thin polyamide fiber that allows to wear compression stockings without this being visible.
  • the free bands may have a width of between 1 cm and 5 cm, preferably 3 cm.
  • the length of said strips will naturally be adapted to the morphology of the user (especially the size of the tibia).
  • the circular bands (lower and upper) may have a width of between 1 cm and 10 cm, preferably 5 cm.
  • the length of said strips will naturally be adapted to the morphology of the user (depending on where they are fixed).
  • the solid band (4) may be rigid (or very thick textile material) to provide protection of the shin against possible projections of pebbles running or mountain biking, for example.
  • the dimensions of the various elements are all modifiable according to the user (if the device is intended for a child, an adult, a woman), and will be a function of the desired use. All this can be modulated by the skilled person according to routine tests. In general, all the constituent elements of said device of the present invention may undergo changes in size (length or width) and / or in number.
  • the invention also covers all the embodiments and all the applications which will be directly accessible to the person skilled in the art upon reading the present application, and of his own knowledge.

Abstract

The invention relates to a "compression sock" device (1) consisting of two circular portions (2, 3) (the first so-called "top" portion (2) placed under the knee and the second so-called "bottom" portion (3) placed at the ankle) that are connected therebetween on the front surface of the leg (tibia) by a full strip (4). On the rear portion (calf) thereof, the device includes at least one free strip, preferably at least two free strips (5) and (6) that intersect one another on the rear of the leg in at least one compression area (A).

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Chaussettes de compression avec zones de compression et force de compression variables.  Compression socks with variable areas of compression and compressive strength.
Secteur technique de l'invention Technical sector of the invention
La présente invention concerne le secteur technique des articles de sport et plus précisément celui des chaussettes de compression. The present invention relates to the technical sector of sports articles and more specifically that of compression socks.
L'utilisation de ces chaussettes de compression est réalisée pour permettre la récupération après un effort physique ou même pendant l'effort. Elles sont très souvent utilisées dans les sports d'endurance (course à pied, trail, vélo) ou sports collectifs , voire même à usage médical. The use of these socks compression is performed to allow recovery after physical exertion or even during the effort. They are very often used in endurance sports (running, trail, bike) or team sports, or even for medical use.
Ces chaussettes permettent d'éviter le phénomène dit de « jambes lourdes » que peut ressentir un sportif après {ou pendant) l'effort, notamment lorsque l'effort est prolongé (course de d'endurance). These socks help to avoid the phenomenon known as "heavy legs" that can feel an athlete after (or during) the effort, especially when the effort is prolonged (endurance race).
Par les termes chaussettes de compression ont désigne ici tous les éléments permettant la compression des membres inférieurs, au niveau du mollet. On désigne notamment les bas de contention, les mi-bas, les manchons, les cuissards, les collants ou les chaussettes. By the terms compression socks have here denoted all the elements allowing compression of the lower limbs, at the level of the calf. In particular, the compression stockings, the knee-highs, the sleeves, the shorts, the tights or the socks are designated.
Art antérieur : Prior art:
On connaît de nombreuses chaussettes de compression sur le marché. Quasiment tous les équipementiers sportifs proposent ce type de produit. Ces chaussettes de compression présentant un grand nombre d'inconvénients : de par la nature même de ces chaussettes qui , devant comprimer le mollet, sont extrêmement compliquées à enfiler. Par définition, le matériau utilisé se doit de comprimer le mollet et présente une tendance à se comprimer naturellement. Ceci entraîne donc le fait que la chaussette soit compliquée à enfiler. Il est nécessaire respecter une procédure particulière pour les enfiler car sinon l'utilisateur risque de mal positionner la chaussette de compression ou tout simplement l'endommager. Many compression socks are known on the market. Almost all sports equipment manufacturers offer this type of product. These socks compression having a number of disadvantages: by the very nature of these socks which, having to compress the calf, are extremely complicated to put on. By definition, the material used should compress the calf and has a tendency to compress naturally. This therefore causes the sock to be complicated to put on. It is necessary to follow a special procedure to put them on because otherwise the user may incorrectly position the compression sock or simply damage it.
La compression se fait sur l'ensemble du mollet, et de manière totalement uniforme. Il est en effet impossible d'adapter la compression (plus ou moins forte) ni la zone à comprimer (partie supérieure du mollet seule, partie inférieure du oÛet seule, partie intermédiaire, etc ... ). The compression is done on the entire calf, and completely uniform. It is indeed impossible to adapt the compression (more or less strong) or the area to be compressed (upper calf alone, lower part of oÛet only, intermediate part, etc ...).
On connaît le brevet US2012102625 (A1 ) qui décrit une chaussette de compression avec différentes zones de compression mais présentant l'inconvénient que ces zones de compression sont fixes et ne peuvent donc pas être déplacées en fonction de l'usage. De plus, la force de compression dans ce système provient uniquement d'une différence dans les propriétés élastiques des matériaux choisis sur chaque zone. Patent US2012102625 (A1) is known which describes a compression sock with different zones of compression but having the disadvantage that these compression zones are fixed and can not therefore be displaced according to the use. In addition, the compressive force in this system arises solely from a difference in the elastic properties of the materials chosen on each zone.
On connaît aussi le brevet US2012102613 (A1 ) qui décrit une chaussette avec des zones de protection sur différentes parties et notamment la partie tibiale. Ces zones de protections peuvent être ajoutées sur la chaussette mais ne sont pas partie intégrante de la chaussette. Also known is the patent US2012102613 (A1) which describes a sock with protection zones on different parts and in particular the tibial portion. These areas of protection can be added to the sock but are not an integral part of the sock.
Problème technique posé : Technical problem posed:
I! existe un réel besoin de proposer une « chaussette de compression » qui puisse être facile à mettre en place sans contrainte (gain de temps, et sans risque d'être endommagée) et qui puisse proposer des zones de compression différentes. I! There is a real need to propose a "compression sock" that can be easy to implement without constraint (saving time, and without risk of being damaged) and that can offer different compression zones.
Solution technique L'invention réside dans un dispositif de type « chaussette de compression » (1 ) composée de deux parties circulaires (2, 3) (la première (2) en dessous du genou et la seconde (3) au niveau de la cheville) reliées entre elles sur la face avant de la jambe (tibia) par une bande pleine (4). Sur sa partie arrière (mollet), le dispositif comprend au moins deux bandes libres (5, 6) venant se croiser sur l'arrière de la jambe pour définir au moins une zone de compression (A), et venant également se croiser dans au moins deux ouvertures (7, 8) situées sur la bande pleine. Ces ouvertures étant adaptées en forme pour le passage desdites bandes libres. Technical solution The invention resides in a "compression sock" type device (1) composed of two circular parts (2, 3) (the first (2) below the knee and the second (3) at the ankle) connected between them on the front of the leg (tibia) by a full band (4). On its back part (calf), the device comprises at least two free bands (5, 6) which cross on the back of the leg to define at least one compression zone (A), and also to cross in at minus two openings (7, 8) located on the full band. These openings being adapted in shape for the passage of said free bands.
Description détaillée de l'invention : Detailed description of the invention
L'invention réside dans un dispositif de type « chaussette de compression » (1 ) composée de deux parties circulaires (2 ,3) (la première dite supérieure (2) placée en-dessous du genou et la seconde dite inférieure (3) placée au niveau de la cheville) reliées entre elles sur la face avant de la jambe (tibia) par une bande pleine (4). Sur sa partie arrière (mollet), le dispositif comprend au moins une bande libre, de préférence au moins, deux bandes libres (5) et (6) venant se croiser sur l'arrière de la jambe pour définir au moins une zone de compression (A), et venant également se croiser dans au moins deux ouvertures (7) et (8) situées sur la bande pleine. Ces ouvertures étant adaptées en forme pour le passage desdites bandes libres en croisement. The invention resides in a "compression sock" type device (1) composed of two circular parts (2, 3) (the first said upper (2) placed below the knee and the second said lower (3) placed at the ankle) connected to each other on the front side of the leg (shin) by a solid band (4). On its rear part (calf), the device comprises at least one free band, preferably at least two free bands (5) and (6) that cross on the back of the leg to define at least one compression zone (A), and also intersecting in at least two openings (7) and (8) located on the full band. These openings being adapted in shape for the passage of said free bands crossing.
Par « en-dessous du genou », on entend que la bande circulaire supérieure (2) sera positionnée en dessous de ('articulation du genou, afin de ne pas entraver le bon fonctionnement de celle-ci. By "below the knee" is meant that the upper circular band (2) will be positioned below the knee joint, so as not to hinder the proper functioning of the latter.
Par « au niveau de la cheville », on entend que la bande circulaire inférieure (3) sera positionnée de telle manière qu'elle permettra le bon fonctionnement de l'articulation de cheville. La bande pourra recouvrir la malléole ou être placée au-dessus de la malléole (selon le souhait des utilisateurs). L'important est que la chaussette de compression (1) selon la présente invention garantisse le bon fonctionnement de l'ensemble des articulations, et ceci sans gène. By "at the ankle" is meant that the lower circular band (3) will be positioned in such a way that it will allow the proper functioning of the ankle joint. The band may cover the malleolus or be placed above the malleolus (according to the wishes of the users). The important thing is that the compression sock (1) according to the present invention ensures the proper functioning of all the joints, and this without any gene.
Dans le mode de réalisation moins préféré dans lequel une seule bande libre (5) est utilisée, l'extrémité de celle-ci sera fixée (pour couture, scratch, etc) à l'une des bandes circulaires (2) ou (3) puis l'autre extrémité définira ie même trajet que si on utilisait au moins deux bandes libres (tel que défini ci-dessous). Ce mode de réalisation à une bande libre est moins préféré car nécessite des réglages et des modifications plus importants que le mode à au moins deux bandes libres. Notamment il sera nécessaire d'adapter la largeur des bandes, de prévoir un passage spécialement conçu dans la bande circulaire à laquelle la bande n'est pas fixée, pour fixer et guider ladite bande libre. La figure 1 représente ledit dispositif de type « chaussette de compression » (1 ) placé sur une jambe. In the less preferred embodiment in which a single free band (5) is used, the end thereof will be attached (for sewing, scratching, etc.) to one of the circular bands (2) or (3) then the other end will define the same path as if using at least two free bands (as defined below). This free-band embodiment is less preferred because it requires larger adjustments and modifications than the at least two free band mode. In particular it will be necessary to adapt the width of the strips, to provide a specially designed passage in the circular band to which the band is not fixed, to fix and guide said free band. FIG. 1 represents said "compression sock" type device (1) placed on one leg.
La figure 2 représente le même dispositif en vue de face. Figure 2 shows the same device in front view.
La figure 3 représente le même dispositif en vue de profil. Figure 3 shows the same device in profile view.
La figure 4 représente un dispositif différent comprenant des éléments réglables. Ce mode de réalisation sera détaillé plus précisément ci-après. Figure 4 shows a different device comprising adjustable elements. This embodiment will be detailed more precisely below.
Selon un autre mode de réalisation, . il est possible de faire passer chacune des bandes libres (5, 6) dans des encoches ; au total au moins 4 encoches qui forment un losange avec chaque bande libre passant dans deux encoches parallèles. Ce mode de réalisation ne dispense pas du croisement (passage en dessous / en dessus) des bandes libres. Les bandes libres se fixent sur la partie circulaire inférieure (3) en utilisant l'une de ces options : According to another embodiment,. it is possible to pass each of the free bands (5, 6) in notches; in total at least 4 notches that form a rhombus with each free band passing through two parallel notches. This embodiment does not exempt the crossing (passage below / above) of the free bands. The free bands are attached to the lower circular part (3) using one of these options:
- En option 1 : en tendant vers une pièce tissée unique des deux bandes circulaires, de la bande pleine et des bandes libres, (non représenté). - Option 1: tending to a single woven piece of the two circular bands, the full band and free bands, (not shown).
- En option 2 : les bandes libres sont cousues sur la bande circulaire inférieure et viennent se scratcher sur la bande circulaire supérieure. - Optional 2: the free bands are sewn on the lower circular band and scratch on the upper circular band.
Les bandes libres remontent vers la partie circulaire supérieure (2) en enlaçant le mollet et en passant au travers des ouvertures (7) et (8). Les bandes libres seront fixées par Scratch™ ou boucle clips (fermeture « type sac à dos ») ou bouton pression, ou tout autre moyen connu, sur au moins un élément de fixation (11) disposé sur la partie circulaire supérieure (2). Dans un mode de réalisation préféré, deux éléments de fixation (11 ) seront disposés sur la partie circulaire (2) afin que chacun des ces éléments puisse fixer une bande libre (5) ou (6). Ces éléments de fixation, dans ce mode de réalisation préféré, seront disposés sur les parties latérales de la bande circulaire (2). C'est au niveau de la fixation des bandes libres sur la partie circulaire supérieure (2) que se réalise le réglage de la force de compression. En effet, et contrairement à l'art antérieur qui ne permet pas de définir la force de compression, l'utilisateur pourra gérer et régler la force de compression dont il a besoin. Pour ce faire, plus il tirera sur les bandes libres avant la fixation, plus le mollet sera comprimé au niveau d'au moins un point (A) de compression. A l'inverse moins il tirera, moins le mollet sera comprimé. The free bands go back to the upper circular part (2) by embracing the calf and passing through the openings (7) and (8). The free bands will be fixed by Scratch ™ or loop clips (closure "type backpack") or snap, or any other known means, on at least one fastening element (11) disposed on the upper circular portion (2). In a preferred embodiment, two fastening elements (11) will be arranged on the circular part (2) so that each of these elements can fix a free band (5) or (6). These fastening elements, in this preferred embodiment, will be arranged on the lateral parts of the circular band (2). It is at the level of the fixation of the free bands on the upper circular part (2) that the adjustment of the compression force is carried out. Indeed, and unlike the prior art that does not define the compression force, the user can manage and adjust the compression force he needs. To do this, the more it will pull on the free bands before fixation, the more the calf will be compressed at the level of at least one point (A) of compression. Conversely the less he pulls, the less the calf will be compressed.
Il sera naturellement possible d'inverser ce mode de réalisation en plaçant la fixation des bandes libres sur la partie circulaire intérieure (3) mais dans ce cas il sera difficile pour le porteur du dispositif de régler lui- même la force de compression. Dans ce mode de réalisation, une aide extérieure (médecin ou kinésithérapeute, ou autre) sera nécessaire pour effectuer le réglage. It will naturally be possible to reverse this embodiment by placing the fixing of the free bands on the inner circular portion (3) but in this case it will be difficult for the wearer of the device to adjust itself the compression force. In this embodiment, a help outside (doctor or physiotherapist, or other) will be required to perform the adjustment.
Lesdites au moins deux ouvertures (7) et (8) peuvent être disposées à différents endroits de la bande pleine (4). C'est l'emplacement dés ouvertures (7) et (8) sur la bande pleine qui définit la ou les zones de compression à l'arrière sur le mollet. Said at least two openings (7) and (8) can be arranged at different places of the full band (4). This is the location of openings (7) and (8) on the full band which defines the area or zones of compression at the back on the calf.
Selon un mode de réalisation, lesdites ouvertures pourront être découpées dans la bande pleine de manière à laisser passer les bandes libres. Le choix de l'emplacement des ouvertures se faisant à la fabrication de la chaussette de compression, soit par le médecin soit par le fabricant. According to one embodiment, said openings may be cut in the solid band so as to pass the free bands. The choice of the location of the openings is made in the manufacture of the compression sock, either by the doctor or by the manufacturer.
Selon un autre mode de réalisation (cf. figure 4), lesdites ouvertures pourront être réglables en hauteur sur la longueur de la bande pleine (4), çt ainsi l'utilisateur final pourra à volonté définir l'emplacement des ouvertures et ainsi définir lui-même les zones de compression souhaitées. Selon ce mode de réalisation, il sera possible de prévoir sûr la longueur de la bande pleine (4) une bande de type scratch sur laquelle on viendra positionner des éléments (9, 10) circulaires au travers desquels les bandes libres pourront traverser. Ainsi, l'utilisateur pourra déplacer et positionner lesdits éléments (9, 10) à tout au, long de la bande de type scratch selon ses souhaits. Il sera naturellement possible d'utiliser d'autres moyens de fixation bien connu de l'homme du métier. According to another embodiment (see FIG. 4), said openings may be adjustable in height along the length of the solid band (4), and thus the end user may at will define the location of the openings and thus define him - even the desired compression zones. According to this embodiment, it will be possible to predict the length of the full band (4) a scratch-type band on which will be positioned circular elements (9, 10) through which the free bands can cross. Thus, the user will be able to move and position said elements (9, 10) all along the scratch-type band according to his wishes. It will of course be possible to use other fastening means well known to those skilled in the art.
il sera possible d'enfiler la chaussette de compression au-dessus de chaussettes « classiques » ou de la porter seule. it will be possible to put the compression sock on top of "classic" socks or to wear it alone.
Les parties circulaires ainsi que la bande pleine peuvent être fabriquées dans les matières couramment utilisées pour des chaussettes de compression (décrites ci-après), seule ou en combinaison, alors que les bandes libres sont elles constituées d'une matière avec une plus grande élasticité comme l'élasthane afin de permettre la compression. The circular parts as well as the solid band can be manufactured in materials commonly used for compression socks (described below), alone or in combination, while the Free bands are they consist of a material with greater elasticity like elastane to allow compression.
Contrairement à l'art antérieur dans lequel les chaussettes de compression sont fabriquées en un tissu unique (même si certains peuvent coupler plusieurs matériaux), la chaussette de compression de la présente invention permet de coupler des matériaux avec des propriétés élastiques différentes. Unlike the prior art in which the compression socks are made of a single fabric (although some may couple more than one material), the compression sock of the present invention can couple materials with different elastic properties.
L'Elasthane (soit pour l'ensemble de la chaussette soit uniquement les parties libres) Elasthane (either for the entire sock or only free parts)
C'est une fibre élastique synthétique à base de polyuréthane que l'on retrouve en plus ou moins grande quantité dans toutes les chaussettes ou bas de contention de part son pouvoir élastique. It is a synthetic elastic fiber based on polyurethane found more or less in all socks or compression stockings because of its elastic power.
La Compression en Coton (pour les bandes pleines et les parties circulaires) : Compression in Cotton (for solid bands and circular parts):
Il permet un effet thermorégulateur (chaud l'hiver, et froid l'été), il offre un confort à l'utilisateur, et est plus facile à enfiler que d'autres fibres de contention. It allows a thermoregulatory effect (warm in winter, and cold in summer), it offers comfort to the user, and is easier to put on than other compression fibers.
En revanche, un article de compression majoritairement en coton est peu élastique, et s'usera plus rapidement. On the other hand, a compression article mainly of cotton is not very elastic, and will wear out more quickly.
Contention en fil d'Écosse (fils de coton retordus) (pour les bandes pleines et les parties circulaires) : Contention in Scottish thread (twisted cotton yarn) (for solid and circular bands):
Le fil d'Écosse est principalement proposé pour les chaussettes de contention homme. Il a globalement les mêmes caractéristiques que le coton tout en offrant plus de douceur et plus de résistance à l'usure. Scottish thread is mainly offered for men's compression socks. It has all the same characteristics as cotton while offering more softness and more resistance to wear.
Le Voile opaque ou Microfibres opaque (pour les bandes pleines et Ses parties circulaires) : Le voile opaque est majoritairement une contention en microfibre à base de polyamide plat. Les bas de contention en voile opaque sont faciles à mettre en place grâce à leur grande élasticité. Opaque Veil or opaque Microfibres (for solid bands and its circular parts): The opaque veil is mainly a microfiber flat polyamide based compression. The compression stockings in opaque veil are easy to put in place thanks to their high elasticity.
Le Voile transparent ou Microfibres ultra fines (pour les bandes pleines et les parties circulaires) : Transparent Veil or Ultra Thin Microfibers (for solid strips and circular parts):
Le voile transparent contient principalement de la fibre de polyamide ultra fine qui permet de porter des bas de contention sans que cela se voit. The transparent veil mainly contains ultra thin polyamide fiber that allows to wear compression stockings without this being visible.
Selon un mode de réalisation préféré, les bandes libres pourront présenter une largeur comprise entre 1 cm et 5 cm, de préférence 3 cm. La longueur desdites bandes sera naturellement adapté à la morphologie de l'utilisateur (notamment la taille du tibia). According to a preferred embodiment, the free bands may have a width of between 1 cm and 5 cm, preferably 3 cm. The length of said strips will naturally be adapted to the morphology of the user (especially the size of the tibia).
Les bandes circulaires (inférieure et supérieure) pourront présenter une largeur comprise entre 1 cm et 10 cm, de préférence 5 cm. La longueur desdites bandes sera naturellement adaptée à la morphologie de l'utilisateur (selon l'endroit où elles sont fixées). The circular bands (lower and upper) may have a width of between 1 cm and 10 cm, preferably 5 cm. The length of said strips will naturally be adapted to the morphology of the user (depending on where they are fixed).
Selon un mode de réalisation particulier, la bande pleine (4) pourra être rigide (ou en matériau textile très épais) afin d'apporter une protection du tibia contre d'éventuelles projections de cailloux en course à pied ou en VTT, par exemple. According to a particular embodiment, the solid band (4) may be rigid (or very thick textile material) to provide protection of the shin against possible projections of pebbles running or mountain biking, for example.
Les dimensions des différents éléments sont toutes modifiables en fonction de l'utilisateur (si le dispositif est prévu pour un enfant, un adulte, une femme), et sera fonction de l'utilisation souhaitée. Tout ceci pourra être modulable par l'homme de métier selon des essais de routine. D'une manière générale, tous les éléments constituants ledit dispositif de la présente invention pourront subir des modifications en taille (longueur ou largeur) et/ou également en nombre. The dimensions of the various elements are all modifiable according to the user (if the device is intended for a child, an adult, a woman), and will be a function of the desired use. All this can be modulated by the skilled person according to routine tests. In general, all the constituent elements of said device of the present invention may undergo changes in size (length or width) and / or in number.
L'invention couvre également tous les modes de réalisation et toutes les applications qui seront directement accessibles à l'homme de métier à la lecture de la présente demande, et de ses connaissances propres. The invention also covers all the embodiments and all the applications which will be directly accessible to the person skilled in the art upon reading the present application, and of his own knowledge.

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1. Dispositif de type « chaussette de compression » (1 ) caractérisé en ce qu'il est composé de deux parties circulaires (2, 3) - la première dite supérieure (2) placée en-dessous du genou et la seconde dite inférieure (3) placée au niveau de la cheville - reliées entre elles sur la face avant de la jambe (tibia) par une bande pleine (4), et caractérisé en ce que sur sa partie arrière (mollet), le dispositif comprend au moins une bande libre, de préférence au moins deux bandes libres (5) et (6) venant se croiser sur l'arrière de la jambe pour définir au moins une zone de compression (A). 1. “Compression sock” type device (1) characterized in that it is composed of two circular parts (2, 3) - the first called upper (2) placed below the knee and the second called lower ( 3) placed at the ankle - connected together on the front face of the leg (shin) by a solid band (4), and characterized in that on its rear part (calf), the device comprises at least one band free, preferably at least two free bands (5) and (6) crossing on the back of the leg to define at least one compression zone (A).
2. Dispositif selon la revendication 1 , caractérisé en ce que les au moins deux bandes libres viennent également se croiser dans au moins deux ouvertures (7, 8) situées sur la bande pleine. - 3. Dispositif selon la revendication 1 ou 2, caractérisé en ce que les au moins deux bandes libres se fixent sur ia partie circulaire inférieure 2. Device according to claim 1, characterized in that the at least two free strips also intersect in at least two openings (7, 8) located on the solid strip. - 3. Device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the at least two free bands are fixed on the lower circular part
(3) en utilisant l'option suivante : les bandes libres sont cousues sur la bande circulaire inférieure et viennent se « scratcher » ou se fixer sur la bande circulaire supérieure. (3) using the following option: the free strips are sewn onto the lower circular strip and are “scratched” or fixed to the upper circular strip.
4. Dispositif selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 3, caractérisé en ce que les bandes libres remontent vers la partie circulaire supérieure (2) en enlaçant le mollet et en passant au travers des ouvertures (7 et 8) et les bandes libres seront fixées sur au moins un élément de fixation (11 ) disposé sur partie circulaire supérieure (2), de préférence deux éléments de fixation ( 1). 4. Device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the free bands rise towards the upper circular part (2) entwining the calf and passing through the openings (7 and 8) and the free bands will be fixed on at least one fixing element (11) arranged on the upper circular part (2), preferably two fixing elements (1).
5. Dispositif selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 4, caractérisé en ce que lesdites au moins deux ouvertures (7 et 8) peuvent être disposées à différents endroits de la bande pleine (4), car c'est l'emplacement des ouvertures (7 et 8) sur la bande pleine qui définit les zones de compression à l'arrière sur le mollet. 5. Device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that said at least two openings (7 and 8) can be arranged at different locations on the solid strip (4), because it is the location of the openings (7 and 8) on the solid band which defines the compression zones at the back of the calf.
6. Dispositif selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 5, caractérisé en ce que lesdites ouvertures pourront être réglables en hauteur sur la longueur de la bande pleine (4), et ainsi l'utilisateur final pourra à volonté définir l'emplacement des ouvertures et ainsi définir lui- même la ou les zones de compression souhaitées. 6. Device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that said openings can be adjustable in height over the length of the solid strip (4), and thus the end user will be able to define the location of the openings and thus define the desired compression zone(s) itself.
7. Dispositif selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 6, caractérisé en ce que les parties circulaires ainsi que la bande pleine sont fabriquées dans les matières couramment utilisées pour des chaussettes de compression, seule ou en combinaison, alors que les bandes libres sont elles constituées d'une matière avec une plus grande élasticité comme l'élasthane afin de permettre la compression. 7. Device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the circular parts as well as the solid band are made of materials commonly used for compression socks, alone or in combination, while the free bands are they are made of a material with greater elasticity such as elastane to allow compression.
8. Dispositif selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7, caractérisé en ce que les bandes libres pourront présenter une largeur comprise entre 1 cm et 5 cm, de préférence 3 cm. 8. Device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the free strips may have a width of between 1 cm and 5 cm, preferably 3 cm.
9. Dispositif selon l'une quelconque des revendications 1 à 7, caractérisé en ce que les bandes circulaires (inférieure et supérieure) pourront présenter une largeur comprise entre 1 cm et 10 cm, de préférence 5 cm. 9. Device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the circular strips (lower and upper) may have a width of between 1 cm and 10 cm, preferably 5 cm.
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