PEDIPORTS

Abstract

A self-adhesive foot protector, that cling to the soles of bare feet, socks, or shoes, for the purpose of avoiding the coronavirus, germs and other pathogens, the foot protector having an adhesive layer over a thin material layer that adheres to shoes, socks or bare feet, and having a tab at the heel so the foot protector can be easily removed, the objective is to place a sanitary barrier between a user's feet and the floor alleviating direct contact with public walking surfaces.

Description

Pediports™ are a new preventative product/process in personal protective equipment (PPE) developed as a hygienic health care essential for use during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond that will change the norm and enhance environmental protection.

As standard procedure, airports go the extra mile to provide essential amenities such as antibacterial soap, toilet seat covers and hand sanitizing dispensers . . . but somehow overlooked a very important detail . . . protecting your feet.

Pediports are self-adhesive disposable “step & stick” foot protectors that cling to the soles of your feet and adhere like a sticker to the bottom of bare feet, stocking feet and shoes. Consumer-friendly hands-free design: (To apply—place upright on floor. Step into place.) (To remove—Step on back tab. Pull off. Toss.) For clean, safe and healthy feet, they are designed to place a sanitary barrier between your feet and the floor alleviating direct contact with public walking surfaces.

For ease of traveling and personal safety, Pediports act as a germ-shield between your feet and the floor—a welcome “life hack” for busy, busy lives.

Pediports solve a common problem for travelers by putting an extra layer of protection in place to reduce the spread of germs and viruses lurking on public floors, especially in high traffic areas like airports where travelers are required to remove their shoes at security checkpoints. Like other PPE, Pediports are designed for overall health and public safety to help minimize the spread of Coronavirus and protect feet from collecting harmful bacteria, fungus and other nasty germs and communicable diseases.

We all know that public floors are a germ-infested source of contamination. Pediports were invented for health-conscious consumers who want to be safe, clean and protected. While face masks, rubber gloves, gowns and antibacterial products protect body parts such as face and hands, the feet are still exposed.

According to Dr. Amesh Adalja/Self Magazine, “Your feet are covered with bacteria. Bacteria that stays on your feet can potentially cause infections.” “Fungi that grows on the skin, like trichophyton and microsponun, can all be transmitted through cracks in your skin, meaning you are at risk as soon as your shoes come off”, Dr. Philip M. Tierno, Jr., professor of microbiology and pathology at NYU, tells SELF. “Skin exposure to public surfaces, where other people directly contact, puts a person at a risk for contracting bacterial, viral, or fungal infections,” Dr. Alisha Plotner, dermatologist at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, tells SELF.

Pediports take safety to new heights by providing an extra level of prevention for foot exposure. They are a new improved way to walk barefoot through airport security while making it safer than ever to maneuver through checkpoints. Most people agree that besides being a hassle, removing your shoes and walking barefoot at airport security check points is the most disgusting aspect of air travel (dirty feet, smelly feet, sweaty feet). Walking barefoot also puts people at risk for contracting numerous foot diseases (athletes foot, warts, sores, itching, toenail fungus, staph, MRSA and other contagious skin-to-skin diseases). Now consumers can walk with confidence and peace-of-mind by avoiding direct contact with floors where millions of other people have tread. Making Pediports available to the general public will improve the travel experience for people all over the world who would welcome a quality solution to this real-world problem.

Pediports focus on health and safety issues by offering a quick, easy, convenient solution to a common concern. They are universally-sized and designed for men, women, children and even four-footed pets. Pediports can be commercially dispensed in customized tear-off sheets to fit consumer needs and/or packaged flat, folded or on rolls to fit in purse/pocket for portability and convenience.

This is a challenging time for everyone. Consumers are looking for functional ways to stay safer in public places. Pediports solve a common problem at airports but also fill a need in other applications. Pediports have potential in many industries including travel, commercial and retail applications and anywhere your feet need to be protected from germs lurking underfoot, including:

• • Airport—Security Checkpoints/Concourse Shops
  • Retail Clothing Market—fitting room use
  • Real Estate Market—to keep floors/carpets clean during showings
  • Medical Facilities—Visitors, Patients, Medical Staff
  • Hotels & Spas
  • Gyms & Locker Rooms
  • Schools & Dorm Rooms
  • Daycare Facilities (required in infant rooms & during drop-off/pick-up)
  • Repair & Service Fields
  • Dispensers . . . and More

Pediports are truly committed in helping prevent the spread of COVID-19 by putting extra preventative measures in place for foot health especially during the coronavirus pandemic. Stay safer with Pediports!

Pediports—Benefits & Key Attributes:

Hygienic Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Effective & functional in minimizing the spread of viral, bacterial and fungal infections

Efficient in Keeping Feet Clean, Healthy, Safe & Sanitary

Effortless “Hands-Free” Application/Removal

“Step & Stick” Convenience

Step-Off Tab option

Pressure Sensitive/Self-Adhesive

Leaves No Residue

Non-Skid, Anti-Slip

Slip & Slide Resistant

Practical (easy-to-use, fits in purse or pocket)

Affordable (low manufacturing costs)

Water Resistant

Universal Sizes—(Interchangeable Right & Left)

Sized for Men, Women, Children & Pets

Portable, Consumable, Disposable (single-use product)

Travel, Commercial & Retail applications

Promotional Advertising Potential “Courtesy of (Name) Airlines”

Pharmacist Recommended

Podiatrist Approved

(Domain Secured—pediports.com)

Part Number Description

• • 1. Portable self-adhesive foot protector
  • 2. Tab on the heel of the foot protector for to aid in removal of the foot protector
  • 3. Foot positioned on portable self-adhesive foot protector
  • 4. Soft upper layer that extend outside the adhesive layer that is used in the second embodiment.
  • 5. Paper layer
  • 6. Adhesive layer

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows the portable self-adhesive foot protector, one for the left and one for the right foot.

FIG. 2 shows a front portion of the human foot on the portable self-adhesive foot protector.

FIG. 3 shows the second embodiment of the portable self-adhesive foot protect including the water resistant adhesive layer, the soft upper layer, and the bottom paper layer. Note: this drawing is not to scale, the adhesive layer is much smaller than depicted.

Claims

1. Foot coverings, in particular for protection of bare feet, feet in socks and feet in shoes from germs comprising:

a multi-layer structure, wherein the multi-layer structure comprises a one layer a thin material layer and an adhesive layer;

The thin material layer having an anti-skid, anti-slip surface;

The adhesive layer being water resistant

a tab on the heel portion of the foot coverings to facilitate removal from bare feet, socks or shoes.

2. The foot covering of claim 1, with only the one material layer thick, a soft upper layer that extends beyond the adhesive layer and an adhesive layer.

3. The foot covering of claim 1 without the tab on the foot coverings to facilitate removal.