Patents by Inventor Jacob Martinez
Jacob Martinez has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20140283409Abstract: An insole which generates an air flow during use, which assists in cooling or warming the foot of a user is disclosed. In a first embodiment, air flow facilitated by said insole provides for convective heat transfer away from the plantar surface of the foot. The insole is intended for insertion into a shoe which is ventilated, preferably an athletic shoe with a ventilated upper. The bottom layer defines a plurality of ridges and channel lining portions which together define a plurality of air channels. The bottom layer defines a heel recess in which a heel pad is situated. In a second embodiment, an insole which collects, retains, and heats a user's foot is disclosed. Said insole further comprises a middle layer of thermal reflective material secured to and coextensive with a top layer and a bottom layer secured to said middle layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 4, 2014Publication date: September 25, 2014Inventors: Paul Lewis, David Bradley Granger, Jacob Martinez, William Sterling Wynn
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Publication number: 20140259759Abstract: An insole advantageous for arthritic or diabetic patients comprises three layers and provides an arch support and an integral heel receiving area. The insole has a generally foot-shaped bottom layer having a length extending from a heel area to a toe area, a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom layer's bottom surface preferably comprises one to three indentations formed integrally therein and is preferably made of an EVA foam. Insert layers are secured to each of said indentations. A middle layer having a first and second side is secured to the bottom layer's top surface adjacent the middle layer's second side and is preferably made of a synthetic rubber layer. The middle layer takes the shape of the bottom layer. A top layer is coextensive with and secured to the middle layer's first side. The top layer composition is selected according to the intended use.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Duane M. Sulak, David B. Granger, Jacob Martinez
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Publication number: 20140230274Abstract: A triple density replacement insole which has at least two coextensive layers of different densities which are adjacent one another and extending the length of the insole comprising a first top cloth layer and a second gel layer and a third density layer comprising a stability cradle adjacent the gel layer. In a preferred embodiment, the stability cradle, which extends from the arch area to the heel area and secures to the gel layer, defines a first metatarsal region gap which exposes the gel layer and a second heel region gap which exposes the gel layer. A heel cushion is positioned in the second heel region gap adjacent to the gel layer and is secured to the gel layer exposed in that region. A metatarsal arch support is integrally formed in the first metatarsal region gap area.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2014Publication date: August 21, 2014Applicant: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Melvyn P. Cheskin, David Bradley Granger, Jacob Martinez, Duane M. Sulak
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Patent number: 8745894Abstract: A triple density replacement insole which has at least two coextensive layers of different densities which are adjacent one another and extending the length of the insole comprising a first top cloth layer and a second gel layer and a third density layer comprising a stability cradle adjacent the gel layer. In a preferred embodiment, the stability cradle, which extends from the arch area to the heel area and secures to the gel layer, defines a first metatarsal region gap which exposes the gel layer and a second heel region gap which exposes the gel layer. A heel cushion is positioned in the second heel region gap adjacent to the gel layer and is secured to the gel layer exposed in that region. A metatarsal arch support is integrally formed in the first metatarsal region gap area.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2008Date of Patent: June 10, 2014Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Melvyn P. Cheskin, David Bradley Granger, Jacob Martinez, Duane M. Sulak
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Patent number: 8424222Abstract: An insole especially advantageous for arthritic or diabetic patients comprises three layers and is shaped in a form which provides and arch support and an integral heel receiving area. It is made from a generally foot-shaped bottom layer having a length extending from a heel area to a toe area, a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface of the bottom layer preferably further comprises one to three indentations formed integrally therein. Insert layers are secured to each of said indentations. Preferably, the bottom layer is made from an EVA foam. A middle layer having a first and second side is secured to the top surface of the bottom layer adjacent the middle layer's second side. The middle layer is preferably made of a synthetic rubber layer. The middle layer takes the shape of the bottom layer. A top layer is coextensive with and secured to the first side of the synthetic rubber layer. The top layer composition is selected according to the intended use.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2008Date of Patent: April 23, 2013Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Duane M. Sulak, David B. Granger, Jacob Martinez
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Publication number: 20130025156Abstract: A contoured insole especially advantageous for users with medium to high arches is disclosed. It comprises a generally foot-shaped base extending from a heel end to a toe end, which comprises a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface of the base preferably further comprises two indentations formed integrally therein in a forefoot area and a heel area. A forefoot pad and a heel pad are secured to each of said indentations. Preferably, the base is made from a polyurethane foam. The pads are made from rubber or synthetic rubber. A top sheet is coextensive with and secured to the top surface of the base. The top sheet is generally a fabric which preferably has antimicrobial characteristics. In use, the foot of the wearer, with or without a sock or stocking thereon, rests upon the top sheet in the foot-receiving compartment of a user's shoe.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2011Publication date: January 31, 2013Applicant: SPENCO MEDICAL CORPORATIONInventors: Jacob Martinez, David B. Granger, Paul Lewis
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Patent number: 8296969Abstract: A triple density heel cup is disclosed which comprises a generally heel-shaped substrate having a length extending from a heel portion of an integral wall to a front border, which front border in use is adapted to underlie a portion of the arch area of a human foot. The heel-shaped substrate comprises a structural gel layer having a foot receiving surface and a shoe side surface. A generally flat portion of the foot receiving surface will lie adjacent the bottom of a wearer's foot in use and the integral wall which is adapted to lie adjacent the back of wearer's heel and portion of the side of a wearer's heel in use, said integral wall having an apex of maximum height, said wall tapering down in height from said apex toward said front border; The shoe side surface defines a channel formed in said structural gel adapted to receive a reinforcing component which is secured to said structural gel in said channel and is made of a denser material than said structural gel.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2009Date of Patent: October 30, 2012Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: David Bradley Granger, Jacob Martinez, Duane M. Sulak
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Publication number: 20120192452Abstract: An insole which generates an air flow during use, which assists in cooling or warming the foot of a user is disclosed. In a first embodiment, air flow facilitated by said insole provides for convective heat transfer away from the plantar surface of the foot. The insole is intended for insertion into a shoe which is ventilated, preferably an athletic shoe with a ventilated upper. The bottom layer defines a plurality of ridges and a channel lining portion which together define a plurality of air channels. The bottom layer also defines a heel recess in which a heel pad is situated. In a second embodiment, an insole which collects, retains, and provides heat from and to a user's foot is disclosed. Said insole further comprises a middle layer of thermal reflective material secured to and coextensive with a top layer and a bottom layer secured to said middle layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 31, 2012Publication date: August 2, 2012Applicant: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Paul Lewis, David Bradley Granger, Jacob Martinez, William Sterling Wynn
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Publication number: 20110219642Abstract: An insole especially advantageous for arthritic or diabetic patients comprises three layers and is shaped in a form which provides and arch support and an integral heel receiving area. It is made from a generally foot-shaped bottom layer having a length extending from a heel area to a toe area, a top surface and a bottom surface. The bottom surface of the bottom layer preferably further comprises one to three indentations formed integrally therein. Insert layers are secured to each of said indentations. Preferably, the bottom layer is made from an EVA foam. A middle layer having a first and second side is secured to the top surface of the bottom layer adjacent the middle layer's second side. The middle layer is preferably made of a synthetic rubber layer. The middle layer takes the shape of the bottom layer. A top layer is coextensive with and secured to the first side of the synthetic rubber layer. The top layer composition is selected according to the intended use.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2008Publication date: September 15, 2011Applicant: SPENCO MEDICAL CORPORATIONInventors: Duane M. Sulak, David B. Granger, Jacob Martinez
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Publication number: 20100212188Abstract: A triple density heel cup is disclosed which comprises a generally heel-shaped substrate having a length extending from a heel portion of an integral wall to a front border, which front border in use is adapted to underlie a portion of the arch area of a human foot. The heel-shaped substrate comprises a structural gel layer having a foot receiving surface and a shoe side surface. A generally flat portion of the foot receiving surface will lie adjacent the bottom of a wearer's foot in use and the integral wall which is adapted to lie adjacent the back of wearer's heel and portion of the side of a wearer's heel in use, said integral wall having an apex of maximum height, said wall tapering down in height from said apex toward said front border; The shoe side surface defines a channel formed in said structural gel adapted to receive a reinforcing component which is secured to said structural gel in said channel and is made of a denser material than said structural gel.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2009Publication date: August 26, 2010Applicant: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: David Bradley Granger, Jacob Martinez, Duane M. Sulak
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Publication number: 20100205831Abstract: A triple density replacement insole which has at least two coextensive layers of different densities which are adjacent one another and extending the length of the insole comprising a first top cloth layer and a second gel layer and a third density layer comprising a stability cradle adjacent said gel layer is disclosed. In a preferred embodiment, the stability cradle, which extends from the arch area to the heel area and secures to the gel layer, defines a first metatarsal region gap which exposes the gel layer and a second heel region gap which exposes the gel layer, In the preferred embodiment, a heel cushion is positioned in the second heel region gap adjacent to said gel layer and is secured to said gel layer exposed in that region and a metatarsal arch support is integrally formed in the first metatarsal region gap area from the first top cloth and second gel layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 11, 2008Publication date: August 19, 2010Applicant: SPENCO MEDICAL CORPORATIONInventors: Melvyn P. Cheskin, David Bradley Granger, Jacob Martinez, Duane M. Sulak
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Patent number: 7107705Abstract: An insole having a molded base and a top sheet. The insole includes directional air ports for facilitating airflow above and below the insole. In addition, the insole has a shock absorbing pad positioned on the bottom of the base to provide cushioning to the area of the joints of the metatarsals and proximal phalanges and along a portion of the fifth metatarsal. A rear shock absorbing pad is provided which provides cushioning to the center of the calcaneus and which has an extension along the medial portion to provide cushioning to the talus. Two anatomical centering devices are provided on each side of the rear portion of the insole to support and direct the foot into the proper position over the cushioning pads. The medial anatomical centering device also provides additional stiffness to the arch area.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2002Date of Patent: September 19, 2006Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Edward F. Dalton, Jacob A. Martinez, John C. Hardt
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Publication number: 20040118017Abstract: An insole having a molded base and a top sheet. The insole includes directional air ports for facilitating airflow above and below the insole. In addition, the insole has a shock absorbing pad positioned on the bottom of the base to provide cushioning to the area of the joints of the metatarsals and proximal phalanges and along a portion of the fifth metatarsal. A rear shock absorbing pad is provided which provides cushioning to the center of the calcaneus and which has an extension along the medial portion to provide cushioning to the talus. Two anatomical centering devices are provided on each side of the rear portion of the insole to support and direct the foot into the proper position over the cushioning pads. The medial anatomical centering device also provides additional stiffness to the arch area.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2002Publication date: June 24, 2004Applicant: Jacob A. Martinez and John C. HardtInventors: Edward F. Dalton, Jacob A. Martinez, John C. Hardt
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Patent number: D628779Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2010Date of Patent: December 14, 2010Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Jacob Martinez, David B. Granger, Paul Lewis
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Patent number: D634920Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 2010Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Jacob Martinez, David B. Granger, Paul Lewis
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Patent number: D663511Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2010Date of Patent: July 17, 2012Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Jacob Martinez, David B. Granger, Paul Lewis
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Patent number: D681321Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2012Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Jacob Martinez, David B. Granger, Paul Lewis
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Patent number: D723786Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: March 10, 2015Assignee: Spenco Medical CorporationInventors: Jacob Martinez, David B. Granger, Paul Lewis