Vikki A Richardson

US Patent:

62759973, Aug 21, 2001

Filed:

Apr 20, 2000

Appl. No.:

9/552827

Inventors:

Vikki Richardson - West Covina CA

International Classification:

A43B 1700

US Classification:

2239

Abstract:

A gel-cushion socks for lessening the impact force on the foot of a user while running. The gel-cushion socks includes an ankle portion integrally coupled to foot portion. The foot portion has a heal, an instep, a sole and toe. The foot and ankle portions comprises a generally flexible material having an inner wall and an outer wall having lumen therebetween. The material is generally water impervious. A gel is positioned in the lumen such that the gel may dampen impact on the lumen.