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EP1959767B1
EP1959767B1 EP06777116A EP06777116A EP1959767B1 EP 1959767 B1 EP1959767 B1 EP 1959767B1 EP 06777116 A EP06777116 A EP 06777116A EP 06777116 A EP06777116 A EP 06777116A EP 1959767 B1 EP1959767 B1 EP 1959767B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41B—SHIRTS; UNDERWEAR; BABY LINEN; HANDKERCHIEFS
    • A41B11/00—Hosiery; Panti-hose
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    • A41B—SHIRTS; UNDERWEAR; BABY LINEN; HANDKERCHIEFS
    • A41B2400/00—Functions or special features of shirts, underwear, baby linen or handkerchiefs not provided for in other groups of this subclass
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A41—WEARING APPAREL
    • A41B—SHIRTS; UNDERWEAR; BABY LINEN; HANDKERCHIEFS
    • A41B2400/00—Functions or special features of shirts, underwear, baby linen or handkerchiefs not provided for in other groups of this subclass
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  • the invention relates to a sock, in particular for use in sports activities, which has a padding in the region of the Achilles tendon which is formed by at least two cushions, wherein between the cushions in each case a substantially horizontally oriented joint is formed.
  • the human feet are usually housed in sturdy shoes. In addition, they are often surrounded by socks. Due to the many and fast movements, sporty activities result in increased friction of the foot in the shoe, combined with dynamic shock loads. This particularly affects the area of the protruding Achilles tendon. Due to the usually hard edge of the shoe upper, which rests depending on footwear at different heights on the Achilles tendon, this can also be extremely loaded by the punctually attacking friction and shock. This can lead to premature fatigue of the foot as well as abrasions and damage to the Achilles tendon.
  • the additionally processed material results in thermal insulation which is undesirable because climate control in socks, particularly in athletic activities, is of great importance in preventing premature fatigue and blistering.
  • the invention aims to remedy this situation.
  • the invention is based on the one hand to ensure mobility in the Achilles tendon while maintaining the protection of the Achilles tendon, on the other hand to allow an improvement of the air conditioning in the Achilles tendon.
  • this object is achieved in that the cushions have a bent shape in the direction of the heel region, and that the outermost ends of the cushions are bent down into a region in the direction of the heel region, which lies below the highest point of the adjacent cushion ,
  • a sock especially for sporting activities, created that further improves the protection of the Achilles tendon in the shoe.
  • By provided between the pads joints is while maintaining the Achilles tendon protection improves mobility in the area of the Achilles tendon, as the sock thus has a kind of "predetermined kinking points" in the area of the heel.
  • an improvement of the air conditioning in the area of the Achilles tendon is made possible because on the one hand not always provided additional material for the protection of the Achilles tendon, on the other hand, the joints assume the function of ventilation channels.
  • the curved shape is also a very good shield against the sock surrounding footwear created and caused a uniform pressure distribution.
  • the pads are divided by a vertically oriented web. Through the bridge, which is behind the cushions, the pads are held on the side of the Achilles tendon in an optimal position. In addition, a distance between Achilles tendon and shoe is achieved, whereby friction and shock loads can be kept away from the Achilles tendon.
  • the web is formed in a further embodiment of the invention in the form of a pad which has a smaller thickness than the pads.
  • the additional padding of the bridge further enhances the protection of the Achilles tendon.
  • it is ensured by the smaller thickness of the web that the distance pads reliably maintain their position on both sides of the Achilles tendon even during extreme sporting activities.
  • the Achilles tendon itself is additionally protected by the padding of the bridge against frictional and shock loads.
  • the pad in shape of the anatomical shape of the foot are aligned in the Achilles tendon.
  • FIGS. 3 and 4 are not part of the invention.
  • the sock chosen as an exemplary embodiment consists of a foot part 1 and a shaft 2.
  • the foot part 1 has a toe area 11, a heel area 12 and an access area 13 located between the toe and heel area.
  • the regions 11, 12 and 13 can, as shown in the exemplary embodiment, be made of reinforced material.
  • the use of material combinations such as virgin wool with Elastomaschinetechnikstöffen, such as elastane, is possible.
  • the arrangement of additional pads or Paddings in the above areas is possible.
  • the shaft 2 is provided at its end facing away from the foot part 1 with a collar 21.
  • the shaft 2 is provided with cushions 22, wherein in the example shown bent cushions 22 are provided in the direction of the cuff 21; other forms of upholstery - for example, Stabpadding - are possible.
  • a padding is provided in the area of the Achilles tendon.
  • the padding is formed by at least two pads 24; in the embodiment of the Figures 1 and 2 the padding is formed by three pads 24.
  • the pads 24 have a curved shape and each have different dimensions.
  • the pads 24 are bent in the direction of the heel area 12.
  • the extreme ends of the pad 24 are up in one Area bent in the direction of the heel region 12 downward, which is below the highest point of the adjacent pad 24.
  • the pad 24 adjacent the heel area 12 has the largest dimensions of all the pads 24.
  • the shape of the joints 25 is dependent on the shape of the pad 24th
  • the shape of the pad 24 is adapted to the anatomy of the foot in the area of the Achilles tendon.
  • the pads 24 begin at the heel area 12 and terminate narrower in the area of the collar 21.
  • the pad 24 adjacent the heel area 12 extend with their lateral ends into the cavity of the foot formed between the Achilles tendon and the ankle, thereby providing very good support of the foot in the shoe is caused.
  • the pads 24 each have a substantially horizontally aligned joint 25.
  • the pad 24 is divided by a vertically oriented web 26.
  • the web 26 also extends between the heel region 12 and the waistband 21, which receives the Achilles tendon.
  • the pads 24 are formed such that they protrude from the web 26. This ensures that the Achilles tendon has sufficient distance to the surrounding footwear. Friction and impact are absorbed directly by the pads 24 without stressing the Achilles tendon.
  • the web 26 may also be formed in the form of a pad, which has a smaller thickness than the adjacent pads 24th
  • the sock can also be equipped with a - not shown - X-cross bandage, which consists of an elastic climate-regulating fabric is trained.
  • the X-Cross Bandage supports the ankle in the transition area between leg and foot.
  • the sock can also be provided with an air duct (not shown), which as a rule extends from the access area 13 to the collar 21 and is formed from climate-regulating net knit fabric.
  • the air duct helps to drain moisture upwards from the entrance area.
  • Such an air duct can also be provided on the inside of the leg and the outside of the leg on the sock.
  • the pads are generally made of plastic yarns or compound fabrics or yarn or similar materials.
  • the upholstery of the sock made of hollow-core fibers, which are wound with wool or cotton.
  • the hollow-chamber plastic yarns are particularly strong shock and pressure damping.
  • the appearance area 13 may be made of microfiber knit which helps to reduce the abrasion. Also in the toe and heel area, depending on the requirement, the footbed is made of microfibre.

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Abstract

This invention relates to a sock for use in sports activities. The sock, includes cushioning in the area of the Achilles tendon for absorbing frictional and impact stresses without force being applied to the Achilles tendon. In one embodiment, the cushioning comprises elongated vertically spaced apart cushions that are in a bent shape. In another embodiment the cushioning comprises vertically spaced apart cushions that are divided by a vertically oriented ridge.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Socke, insbesondere zum Einsatz bei sportlichen Aktivitäten, die im Bereich der Achillessehne eine Polsterung aufweist, welche von mindestens zwei Polstern gebildet ist, wobei zwischen den Polstern jeweils eine im Wesentlichen horizontal ausgerichtete Fuge ausgebildet ist.The invention relates to a sock, in particular for use in sports activities, which has a padding in the region of the Achilles tendon which is formed by at least two cushions, wherein between the cushions in each case a substantially horizontally oriented joint is formed.

Insbesondere bei sportlichen Aktivitäten sind die menschlichen Füße in der Regel in festem Schuhwerk untergebracht. Zudem sind sie dabei häufig von Socken umgeben. Auf Grund der vielen und schnellen Bewegungen kommt es bei sportlichen Aktivitäten zu einer erhöhten Reibung des Fußes im Schuh, verbunden mit dynamischen Stoßbelastungen. Hiervon ist insbesondere auch der Bereich der hervorstehenden Achillessehne betroffen. Durch die in der Regel harte Kante des Schuhschaftes, die je nach Schuhwerk in unterschiedlichen Höhen an der Achillessehne anliegt, kann diese darüber hinaus durch die punktuell angreifenden Reib- und Stoßeinwirkungen extrem belastet werden. Dies kann zur vorzeitigen Ermüdung des Fußes sowie zu Abschürfungen bis hin zu Schädigungen der Achillessehne führen.Especially in sports activities, the human feet are usually housed in sturdy shoes. In addition, they are often surrounded by socks. Due to the many and fast movements, sporty activities result in increased friction of the foot in the shoe, combined with dynamic shock loads. This particularly affects the area of the protruding Achilles tendon. Due to the usually hard edge of the shoe upper, which rests depending on footwear at different heights on the Achilles tendon, this can also be extremely loaded by the punctually attacking friction and shock. This can lead to premature fatigue of the foot as well as abrasions and damage to the Achilles tendon.

Zur Verringerung der Reibung sowie der Stoßminderung und damit zur Vermeidung von Abschürfungen und Schädigungen der Achillessehne ist es unter anderem bekannt (vgl. DE 297 15 762 U1 ), den Bereich der Achillessehne durch Anordnung eines Polsters zu schützen. Um die auftretenden Reib- und Stoßbelastungen von der Achillessehne fernzuhalten, ist es außerdem bekannt (vgl. DE 202 17 332 U1 ), zwei Distanzpolster vorzusehen, die beidseitig entlang der Achillessehne angeordnet sind. Die bekannten Polster erfüllen die an sie gestellten Aufgaben. Sie weisen jedoch den Nachteil auf, dass sie aufgrund des zusätzlich verarbeiteten Materials die Bewegungsfreiheit des Fußes im Bereich der Achillessehne einschränken. Zudem führt das zusätzlich verarbeitete Material zu einer Wärmeisolierung, die unerwünscht ist, weil eine Klimaregulierung in Socken insbesondere bei sportlichen Aktivitäten von großer Bedeutung in Bezug auf die Vermeidung frühzeitiger Ermüdung und die Gefahr von Blasenbildung ist. Zur Vermeidung von Doppel-Polsterungen ist es zudem bekannt (vgl. DE 203 15 356 U1 ), ein im Bereich der Achillessehne vorgesehenes Polster durch einen Steg zu unterbrechen, in dessen Bereich die am Schuh vorgesehenen Polster mit der Achillessehne in Kontakt stehen, wodurch aber die Belüftung unterbrochen ist.To reduce the friction and the impact reduction and thus to avoid abrasions and damage to the Achilles tendon, it is known, inter alia (see. DE 297 15 762 U1 ) to protect the area of the Achilles tendon by placing a pad. In order to keep the friction and impact loads from the Achilles tendon, it is also known (see. DE 202 17 332 U1 ), two spacer pads provided, which are arranged on both sides along the Achilles tendon. The known upholstery fulfill the tasks set for them. However, they have the disadvantage that they limit the freedom of movement of the foot in the Achilles tendon area due to the additionally processed material. In addition, the additionally processed material results in thermal insulation which is undesirable because climate control in socks, particularly in athletic activities, is of great importance in preventing premature fatigue and blistering. To avoid double padding, it is also known (see. DE 203 15 356 U1 ) to interrupt a provided in the Achilles tendon pad by a bridge, in the area provided for the shoe pad with the Achilles tendon in contact, whereby the ventilation is interrupted.

Hier will die Erfindung Abhilfe schaffen. Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, unter Beibehaltung des Schutzes der Achillessehne einerseits die Beweglichkeit im Bereich der Achillessehne zu gewährleisten, andererseits eine Verbesserung der Klimatisierung im Bereich der Achillessehne zu ermöglichen. Gemäß der Erfindung wird diese Aufgabe dadurch gelöst, dass die Polster eine in Richtung des Fersenbereichs gebogene Form aufweisen, und dass die äußersten Enden der Polster bis in einen Bereich in Richtung des Fersenbereichs nach unten gebogen sind, der unterhalb des höchsten Punktes des benachbarten Polsters liegt.The invention aims to remedy this situation. The invention is based on the one hand to ensure mobility in the Achilles tendon while maintaining the protection of the Achilles tendon, on the other hand to allow an improvement of the air conditioning in the Achilles tendon. According to the invention, this object is achieved in that the cushions have a bent shape in the direction of the heel region, and that the outermost ends of the cushions are bent down into a region in the direction of the heel region, which lies below the highest point of the adjacent cushion ,

Mit der Erfindung ist eine Socke, insbesondere für sportliche Aktivitäten, geschaffen, die den Schutz der Achillessehne im Schuh weiter verbessert. Durch die zwischen den Polstern vorgesehenen Fugen ist unter Beibehaltung des Schutzes der Achillessehne die Beweglichkeit im Bereich der Achillessehne verbessert, da die Socke hierdurch im Bereich der Ferse eine Art "Sollknickstellen" aufweist. Zudem ist eine Verbesserung der Klimatisierung im Bereich der Achillessehne ermöglicht, da einerseits nicht durchgängig zusätzliches Material zum Schutz der Achillessehne vorgesehen ist, andererseits die Fugen die Funktion von Be- und Entlüftungskanälen annehmen. Durch die gebogene Form ist außerdem ist eine sehr gute Abschirmung gegen das die Socke umgebende Schuhwerk geschaffen sowie eine gleichmäßige Druckverteilung hervorgerufen.With the invention, a sock, especially for sporting activities, created that further improves the protection of the Achilles tendon in the shoe. By provided between the pads joints is while maintaining the Achilles tendon protection improves mobility in the area of the Achilles tendon, as the sock thus has a kind of "predetermined kinking points" in the area of the heel. In addition, an improvement of the air conditioning in the area of the Achilles tendon is made possible because on the one hand not always provided additional material for the protection of the Achilles tendon, on the other hand, the joints assume the function of ventilation channels. The curved shape is also a very good shield against the sock surrounding footwear created and caused a uniform pressure distribution.

In Weiterbildung der Erfindung sind die Polster von einem vertikal ausgerichteten Steg geteilt. Durch den Steg, der hinter den Polstern zurücksteht, werden die Polster seitlich der Achillessehne in optimaler Position gehalten. Außerdem ist eine Distanz zwischen Achillessehne und Schuh erzielt, wodurch Reib- und Stoßbelastungen von der Achillessehne ferngehalten werden können.In a further development of the invention, the pads are divided by a vertically oriented web. Through the bridge, which is behind the cushions, the pads are held on the side of the Achilles tendon in an optimal position. In addition, a distance between Achilles tendon and shoe is achieved, whereby friction and shock loads can be kept away from the Achilles tendon.

Der Steg ist in weiterer Ausführung der Erfindung in Form eines Polsters ausgebildet, das eine geringere Dicke als die Polster aufweist. Durch die zusätzliche Polsterung des Steges wird der Schutz der Achillessehne weiter erhöht. Einerseits ist durch die geringere Dicke des Steges gewährleistet, dass die Distanzpolster zuverlässig ihre Position beiderseits der Achillessehne auch bei extremen sportlichen Aktivitäten beibehalten. Andererseits ist die Achillessehne selbst durch die Polsterung des Steges gegen Reib- und Stossbelastungen zusätzlich geschützt.The web is formed in a further embodiment of the invention in the form of a pad which has a smaller thickness than the pads. The additional padding of the bridge further enhances the protection of the Achilles tendon. On the one hand, it is ensured by the smaller thickness of the web that the distance pads reliably maintain their position on both sides of the Achilles tendon even during extreme sporting activities. On the other hand, the Achilles tendon itself is additionally protected by the padding of the bridge against frictional and shock loads.

In anderer Weiterbildung der Erfindung sind die Polster in ihrer Form der anatomischen Form des Fußes im Bereich der Achillessehne angeglichen. Hierdurch wird die Absorption der dynamischen Stoßbelastungen durch die Polsterung optimiert und die Belastung der Achillessehne minimiert.In another embodiment of the invention, the pad in shape of the anatomical shape of the foot are aligned in the Achilles tendon. As a result, the absorption of the dynamic shock loads is optimized by the padding and minimizes the burden on the Achilles tendon.

Andere Weiterbildungen und Ausgestaltungen der Erfindung sind in den übrigen Unteransprüchen angegeben. Ein Ausführungsbeispiel der Erfindung ist in der Zeichnung dargestellt und wird nachfolgend im Einzelnen beschrieben. Es zeigen:

Figur 1
eine Socke in der Ansicht der Fußaußenseite;
Figur 2
die Ansicht der in Figur 1 dargestellten Socke von hinten;
Figur 3
die Ansicht einer Socke von hinten in anderer Ausführungsform und
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die Ansicht einer Socke von hinten in einer weiteren Ausführungsform.
Other developments and refinements of the invention are specified in the remaining subclaims. An embodiment of the invention is in the drawing and will be described in detail below. Show it:
FIG. 1
a sock in the view of the foot outside;
FIG. 2
the view of in FIG. 1 illustrated sock from behind;
FIG. 3
the view of a sock from behind in another embodiment and
FIG. 4
the view of a sock from behind in another embodiment.

Die Ausführungsformen der Figuren 3 und 4 sind nicht Teil der Erfindung.The embodiments of the FIGS. 3 and 4 are not part of the invention.

Die als Ausführungsbeispiel gewählte Socke besteht aus einem Fußteil 1 und einem Schaft 2. Das Fußteil 1 weist einen Zehenbereich 11, einen Fersenbereich 12 und einen zwischen Zehen- und Fersenbereich gelegenen Auftrittsbereich 13 auf. Die Bereiche 11, 12 und 13 können, wie im Ausführungsbeispiel dargestellt, aus verstärktem Material hergestellt sein. Auch die Verwendung von Materialkombinationen wie beispielsweise Schurwolle mit Elastofaserwerkstöffen, beispielsweise Elastan, ist möglich. Auch die Anordnung von zusätzlichen Polstern oder Paddings in den genannten Bereichen ist möglich.The sock chosen as an exemplary embodiment consists of a foot part 1 and a shaft 2. The foot part 1 has a toe area 11, a heel area 12 and an access area 13 located between the toe and heel area. The regions 11, 12 and 13 can, as shown in the exemplary embodiment, be made of reinforced material. The use of material combinations such as virgin wool with Elastofaserwerkstöffen, such as elastane, is possible. The arrangement of additional pads or Paddings in the above areas is possible.

Der Schaft 2 ist an seinem dem Fußteil 1 abgewandten Ende mit einem Bund 21 versehen. Im Bereich der Knöchel ist der Schaft 2 mit Polstern 22 versehen, wobei im dargestellten Beispiel in Richtung des Bunds 21 gebogene Polster 22 vorgesehen sind; andere Formen von Polstern - beispielsweise Stabpaddings - sind möglich.The shaft 2 is provided at its end facing away from the foot part 1 with a collar 21. In the region of the ankles, the shaft 2 is provided with cushions 22, wherein in the example shown bent cushions 22 are provided in the direction of the cuff 21; other forms of upholstery - for example, Stabpadding - are possible.

Im Bereich der Achillessehne ist eine Polsterung vorgesehen. Die Polsterung ist von mindestens zwei Polstern 24 gebildet; im Ausführungsbeispiel nach den Figuren 1 und 2 ist die Polsterung von drei Polstern 24 gebildet. Die Polster 24 haben eine gebogene Form und weisen jeweils unterschiedliche Abmessungen auf. Die Polster 24 sind dabei in Richtung ds Fersenbereichs 12 gebogen. Die äußersten Enden der Polster 24 sind bis in einen Bereich in Richtung des Fersenbereichs 12 nach unten gebogen, der unterhalb des höchsten Punktes des benachbarten Polsters 24 liegt. Dadurch ist eine sehr gute Abschirmung gegen das die Socke umgebende Schuhwerk geschaffen sowie eine gleichmäßige Druckverteilung hervorgerufen. Das dem Fersenbereich 12 benachbarte Polster 24 weist die größten Abmessungen aller Polster 24 auf. Die Form der Fugen 25 ist abhängig von der Form der Polster 24.A padding is provided in the area of the Achilles tendon. The padding is formed by at least two pads 24; in the embodiment of the Figures 1 and 2 the padding is formed by three pads 24. The pads 24 have a curved shape and each have different dimensions. The pads 24 are bent in the direction of the heel area 12. The extreme ends of the pad 24 are up in one Area bent in the direction of the heel region 12 downward, which is below the highest point of the adjacent pad 24. As a result, a very good shielding against the footwear surrounding the shoe is created and caused a uniform pressure distribution. The pad 24 adjacent the heel area 12 has the largest dimensions of all the pads 24. The shape of the joints 25 is dependent on the shape of the pad 24th

Im Ausführungsbeispiel nach den Figuren 3 und 4 ist die Form der Polster 24 an die Anatomie des Fußes im Bereich der Achillessehne angeglichen. Die Polster 24 beginnen am Fersenbereich 12 und enden schmaler zulaufend im Bereich des Bundes 21. Die dem Fersenbereich 12 benachbarten Polster 24 erstrecken sich mit ihren seitlichen Enden in die zwischen Achillessehne und Knöchel ausgebildete Höhle des Fußes, wodurch eine sehr gute Stützung des Fußes im Schuh hervorgerufen ist.In the embodiment of the FIGS. 3 and 4 The shape of the pad 24 is adapted to the anatomy of the foot in the area of the Achilles tendon. The pads 24 begin at the heel area 12 and terminate narrower in the area of the collar 21. The pad 24 adjacent the heel area 12 extend with their lateral ends into the cavity of the foot formed between the Achilles tendon and the ankle, thereby providing very good support of the foot in the shoe is caused.

Auch bei den Ausführungsbeispielen nach den Figuren 3 und 4 ist zwischen den Polstern 24 jeweils eine im Wesentlichen horizontal ausgerichtete Fuge 25 vorgesehen. Darüber hinaus sind bei den Ausführungsbeispielen nach den Figuren 3 und 4 die Polster 24 von einem vertikal ausgerichteten Steg 26 geteilt. Der Steg 26 verläuft ebenfalls zwischen dem Fersenbereich 12 und dem Bund 21, welcher die Achillessehne aufnimmt. Die Polster 24 sind dabei derart ausgebildet, dass sie gegenüber dem Steg 26 hervorstehen. Dadurch ist gewährleistet, dass die Achillessehne ausreichend Distanz zu dem umgebenden Schuhwerk aufweist. Reib- und Stoßeinwirkungen werden direkt von den Polstern 24 absorbiert, ohne dass die Achillessehne belastet wird. Der Steg 26 kann ebenfalls in Form eines Polsters ausgebildet sein, das eine geringere Dicke aufweist, als die benachbarten Polster 24.Also in the embodiments of the FIGS. 3 and 4 is provided between the pads 24 each have a substantially horizontally aligned joint 25. Moreover, in the embodiments according to the FIGS. 3 and 4 the pad 24 is divided by a vertically oriented web 26. The web 26 also extends between the heel region 12 and the waistband 21, which receives the Achilles tendon. The pads 24 are formed such that they protrude from the web 26. This ensures that the Achilles tendon has sufficient distance to the surrounding footwear. Friction and impact are absorbed directly by the pads 24 without stressing the Achilles tendon. The web 26 may also be formed in the form of a pad, which has a smaller thickness than the adjacent pads 24th

Die Socke kann darüber hinaus mit einer - nicht dargestellten - X-Cross-Bandage ausgerüstet sein, die aus einem elastischen klimaregulierenden Gewebe ausgebildet ist. Die X-Cross-Bandage stützt den Knöchel im Übergangsbereich zwischen Bein und Fuß.The sock can also be equipped with a - not shown - X-cross bandage, which consists of an elastic climate-regulating fabric is trained. The X-Cross Bandage supports the ankle in the transition area between leg and foot.

Weiterhin kann die Socke darüber hinaus mit einem - nicht dargestellten - Luftkanal versehen sein, der in der Regel vom Auftrittsbereich 13 bis zum Bund 21 reicht und aus klimaregulierendem Netzstrickgewebe gebildet ist. Der Luftkanal trägt dazu bei, Feuchtigkeit aus dem Auftrittsbereich nach oben abzuleiten. Ein solcher Luftkanal kann auch auf der Beininnen- und der Beinaußenseite an der Socke vorgesehen sein.Furthermore, the sock can also be provided with an air duct (not shown), which as a rule extends from the access area 13 to the collar 21 and is formed from climate-regulating net knit fabric. The air duct helps to drain moisture upwards from the entrance area. Such an air duct can also be provided on the inside of the leg and the outside of the leg on the sock.

Die Polster sind allgemein aus Kunststoffgarnen oder Compound-Gewebe oder -Garn oder ähnlichen Materialien hergestellt. Im Ausführungsbeispiel sind die Polsterungen der Socke aus Hohlkammer-Fasern hergestellt, die mit Wolle oder Baumwolle umsponnen sind. Die Hohlkammer-Kunststoffgarne sind besonders stark stoß- und druckdämpfend. Der Auftrittsbereich 13 kann aus Microfasergestrick, das den Abrieb vermindern hilft, hergestellt sein. Auch im Zehen und Fersenbereich ist je nach Anforderung das Fußbett aus Microfaser hergestellt.The pads are generally made of plastic yarns or compound fabrics or yarn or similar materials. In the embodiment, the upholstery of the sock made of hollow-core fibers, which are wound with wool or cotton. The hollow-chamber plastic yarns are particularly strong shock and pressure damping. The appearance area 13 may be made of microfiber knit which helps to reduce the abrasion. Also in the toe and heel area, depending on the requirement, the footbed is made of microfibre.

Soweit in der Beschreibung und den Ansprüchen von Socken die Rede ist, beschränkt sich die Erfindung nicht allein auf diese; vielmehr sind unter diesem Begriff auch Strümpfe, Strumpfhosen und dergleichen zu subsumieren, auf die sich die Erfindung ebenfalls bezieht. Dabei müssen die Distanzpolster nicht zwangsläufig vom Fersenbereich bis zum Bund geführt sein.As far as the description and the claims of socks is mentioned, the invention is not limited to these alone; rather, under this term also stockings, tights and the like are subsumed, to which the invention also relates. The spacer pads do not necessarily have to be routed from the heel area to the waistband.

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  1. Sock, in particular for use in sporting activities, that has cushioning in the region of the Achilles tendon, which cushioning is formed from at least two pads, wherein a gap (25) that is directed substantially horizontally is positioned between the pads (24), characterised in that the pads (24) have a curved shape in the direction of the heel region and in that the outermost edges of the pads (24) are curved downward to a region in the direction of the heel area (12), which region is positioned beneath the highest point of the adjacent pad (24).
  2. The sock as claimed in claim 1, characterised in that the shape of the pads correspond to the anatomical shape of the foot in the region of the Achilles tendon.
  3. The sock as claimed in claim 1 or 2, characterised in that the pads (24) adjacent the heel have the greatest dimensions of all of the pads (24).
  4. The sock as claimed in any of claims 1 to 3, characterised in that the pads (24) consist of hollow-core fibres that are wrapped with wool or cotton.
  5. The sock as clamed in any of claims 1 to 4, characterised in that the sock as additional cushioning (22) .
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