Abstract: Exercise is performed and an exerciser device is designed so that they use a massage belt with at least two ends and a chain of ovals composed of ceramic, crystals, wood, plastic or ferromagnetic materials, while a user holds one end of the belt and applies a punching imitating movement, while the other end offers resistance each arm alternating creates resistance to the other arm's motion.

Abstract: An exercise harness has a plurality of attachment points positioned on a waist element and a shoulder element, a plurality of gripping means, and a plurality of resistive members. Each resistive member includes a first end adapted to be coupled to an attachment point and a second end affixed to a gripping means. Alternatively, the shoulder element of the exercise harness has a right side and a left side. Each of a plurality of resistive members has a first end and a second end each affixed to a gripping means. Stabilizing means are provided to produce tension in the first resistive member when the other end thereof is pulled. Stabilizing means can be positioned at the user's shoulder and waist regions.

Abstract: An exercise belt which includes resilient connectors which connect a back panel with overlapping front panels, said overlapping front panels containing compressible hemispherical protruding elements which apply localized pressure to the abdomen of the user.

Abstract: A swimmer's restraining device to facilitate water exercising by a swimmer in a confined swimming location. The device comprises a flexible tethering cord to be attached to a fixed location on or about the swimming location, a flotation member, and a pair of fixed lines, each secured at one end to the tethering cord with the opposite ends attached to the soles of the swimmer's wading shoes. This device frees the swimmer's arms and legs for full exercising movement.

Abstract: A variable tension exercise glove construction (10) including a glove member (20) having a glove section (21) and gauntlet section (22) that covers a portion of a user's forearm and a tension unit (12) that includes a fabric panel (42) provided on the gauntlet section (22) and a plurality of elastic tension bands (30) secured on one end to the end of the finger (25) and thumb portions (26) of the glove section; wherein, the other end of the elastic tension bands (30) are attached to a movable tension pad (34) that is adapted to be releasably engaged with a selected portion of the fabric panel (42) on the gauntlet section (22) of the glove member (20).

Abstract: An exercise device to selectively exercise leg muscles. The exercise device comprises a waist portion, a rigid member attachable to the waist portion and an elastic strap attachable to the rigid member and a foot of a user. The rigid member is positionable about the waist member to position the elastic strap either along a forward portion of a leg or along a rearward portion of the leg. The elastic strap provides resistance of which can be varied by varying the length of the elastic strap.

Abstract: A resistance exerciser aimed at working the core muscles of a human body.

Abstract: Weighted exercise gloves shaped like boxing gloves. The shape and distribution of the weight about the gloves allows the user to have resistance weight at the end of his arms without having to grip the weight. The weight is equally distributed across the hands and lower forearms, and there is no requirement to grip the weight of the gloves, thus stress on the wrists is minimized.

Abstract: An inventive exercise device is disclosed for facilitating the strengthening of abdominal and back muscles, and includes a resistance member coupled between a lap engageable base and an arm positioning member. The arm positioning member helps to maintain the back of the user in a substantially upright position as the arm positioning member applies and releases reciprocatively and alternatingly in a substantially vertical path of travel of the upper body of the user against the force on the resistance member during repetitions of use of the device. The resistance member resists substantially vertical downward movement relative to the base member to enhance the development of muscle strength by enabling the upper body of the user to contract and expand reciprocatively vertically without leaning forwardly in a safe and effective manner.

Abstract: This invention is related to an actuation mechanism which comprises a frame having a coupling portion; two engagement members meshed with each other and rotatably mounted; each of the engagement members has a first pivoting portion and a second pivoting portion; two traction members with one end thereof pivotally connected with the first pivoting portion of the engagement member, and the other ends of the traction members are pivotally connected with each other; at least one resilient member having one end mounted on the coupling portion of the frame, and the other end mounted on one of the traction members; at and at least two connecting rods and at least one base plate, each of the connecting rods has two opposing ends with one end thereof being pivotally connected with the second pivoting portion of the engagement member, and the other end thereof being pivotally connected with the base plate.

Abstract: The present invention is a device for effectively isolating the shoulder joints and surrounding musculature to provide a strength and conditioning effect while maintaining flexibility about the joint. More specifically, the instantly disclosed apparatus is a butterfly exercise device useful for isolating the pectoral and deltoid muscle groups while rotating the shoulder joint and forearm areas of the user. In its most basic form the device includes first and second members which are constructed and arranged to accept the user's forearm and hand. These members are hingedly engaged and are maintained in a first position by variable resistance means. A force, exerted by the user's forearms in opposition to the variable resistance means, moves the first and second members to a second position, followed by completion of the repetition by returning to the initial position.

Abstract: An apparatus for training body movements in athletics includes a waist strap configured for attachment around the torso of a wearer and having a plurality of attachment rings connected detachably thereto, and a shoulder strap configured for attachment around the wearer's shoulders and having two cooperating ends. The shoulder strap is configured to extend around the wearer's shoulders and under the wearer's arms such that the cooperating ends are connectable together at a point located substantially between the wearer's shoulder blades. The shoulder strap further includes a plurality of attachment rings connected detachably thereto. The apparatus may further include leg straps configured for attachment around the wearer's legs and arm straps configured for attachment around the wearer's arms. The leg and arm straps may each include a plurality of attachment rings connected detachably thereto.

Abstract: A resistance exerciser aimed at working the core muscles of a human body.

Abstract: A portable exercise device has a base with a pair of contact surfaces suitable to receive the feet of a user, and first and second retracting cables connected to the base. First and second independent springs are biased to retract the cables onto the respective take-up reels. A user-variable, common resistance mechanism includes two brake drums connected to associated take-up reels by one-way clutch mechanisms. Methods of using the device are also disclosed.

Abstract: An exercise system comprising a main subassembly having a rounded conically shaped tip, a rounded upper surface and a flattened recessed lower surface. The main subassembly has a cantilever beam. The main subassembly has a hinge. Next provided is a lower subassembly. The lower subassembly has a slot with a plurality of recesses. The lower subassembly has a hinge to couple with the hinge of the main subassembly. Next provided is an adjustment subassembly having a dome and a locking pin. The adjustment subassembly allows the user to loosen and lock the dome to thereby alter the resistance to movement. Next provided is a bellows with a nipple. Next provided is a cycle counter and resistance feedback mechanism subassembly with a pneumatic actuator and counter device. Lastly provided is a flexible tube coupling the bellows and the actuator for the transmission of the pneumatic force from the bellows to the actuator.

Abstract: A training device for a gliding sport athlete trains the athlete to have the proper knee bend for gliding sports such as ice skating, inline skating, skiing, etc. The device includes a belt and a pair of foot attachments adapted to be fastened to a front portion of the respective feet or footwear of the athlete. One end of each pair of cords is connected to the belt at a position between the front portion and a respective side portion, and another end connected to one of the foot attachments. Each of the cords has an unstretched length less than a length between the athlete's waist and feet, to apply a force to urge the athlete's knee into a bent position.

Abstract: An exercise harness has a plurality of attachment points positioned on a waist element and a shoulder element, a plurality of gripping means, and a plurality of resistive members. Each resistive member includes a first end adapted to be coupled to an attachment point and a second end affixed to a gripping means.

Abstract: An arm muscle developing device for selectively exercising the triceps or biceps of the arm. The device includes a substantially rigid panel having a first surface, a second surface, a first end, a second end, a first side edge, and a second side edge. A frame includes a first elongate member, a second elongate member, a third elongate member and a fourth elongate member. The first and second elongate members are orientated parallel to each other. The third elongate member is hingedly coupled to the first end of the panel. A first securing member removably secures the upper portion of the arm to the panel. A second securing member removably secures the lower arm. Each of a plurality of loop members is attached to the frame and the panel. A plurality of biasing members bias the loop members attached to the frame toward the loop members attached to the panel.

Abstract: An exercise device comprises a base, two adjustment members, two pull rods, and two damping members. The base has a frame and a soft pad fastened to one side of the frame. The adjustment members are oppositely mounted on the frame. The two pull rods are pivoted to the adjustment members and provided with a curved rod and a handle corresponding in location to the soft pad. The damping members are fastened with the curved rods and the frame for providing the resistance against the pull rods which are pulled by the external force.

Abstract: A neurological motor therapy suit includes a vest which is snugly, but removably, secured around the shoulders and chest of a patient. The vest completely encircles a portion of the upper torso of the patient and is constructed of a substantially non-elastic material. A pant garment is detachably secured to the patient so that the pant garment extends around both the hips of the patient as well as the upper portion of each thigh. The pant garment is also constructed of a substantially non-elastic material. A plurality of the elastic bands extend between and interconnect the vest and the pant garment. Optionally, the therapy suit includes a cap removably secured to the head of the patient, knee supports removably secured to the knees of the patient, and/or shoe supports. Elastic bands extend between the cap, knee support and shoe supports to other parts of the therapy suit.

Abstract: A new, novel and useful wrist, hand and finger exercise device method of use and method of manufacture. The wrist, hand and finger exercise device is manufactured to facilitate the method of exercising and concomitant strengthening of the wrist, hand and fingers while engaged in the activity for which the exercise is directed. The method of manufacture permits the manufacture of exercise devices of widely varied resistance using the same stock material according to user defined parameters. This invention allows the user to exercise during the activity with minimal restriction or interference from the device itself. This method of use is particularly beneficial in strengthening the wrist, hand and fingers for users engaged in various dextrous activities, such as: typing; playing of instruments; surgery; arts of coiffure; fine art; and mechanical work, etc.

Abstract: The exercise apparatus using magnetism to augment the gravitational field of the earth has a platform made of ferromagnetic material which is magnetized by an electromagnet. The exerciser wears a full-body chain mail suit and stands on the platform while performing exercise activity so that the magnetic field created by the electromagnet pulls on the chain mail suit, The electromagnet is connected to a variable current power source, and the circuitry may include either a trimmer potentiometer for continuously varying the strength of the magnetic field, or a computer with software for entering and controlling the strength of the magnetic field as a multiple of the strength of the gravitational field. The apparatus is installed in a permanent structure, or movably mounted for portable use in the home. Spacecraft utilization is also anticipated in shielded room.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for exercising a body part is disclosed as including an attachment structure and a resistance member. The attachment structure is adapted for placement on the body part that is to be exercised. The attachment structure includes a plurality of fasteners positioned at different locations on the attachment structure. The resistance member provides resistance for exercising the body part. The resistance member has a first end and a second end. A resistance member fastener is located proximate the first end of the resistance member and is capable of fastening to at least one of the fasteners located on the attachment structure. The resistance member includes an anchor for removably attaching the second end of the resistance member to an anchor point. An apparatus for exercising a body part may also include a plurality of distinct identifications on the attachment structure for the plurality of fasteners.

Abstract: An exercise device for a person. The exercise device includes mounting straps for mounting on each of two body members on opposite sides of a selected joint of the person, a support member connected to each mounting strap, and a resistance mechanism interconnecting the support members for exercising at least one of the two body members upon repeated moving at least one of the members. The selected joint comprises one of a knee, a hip, an ankle, a wrist, an elbow, and a shoulder. The resistance mechanism includes one of a damper and a pulley with associated rubber bands connected to the oppositely disposed support members.

Abstract: The FAST training device is designed to retrain the athlete arm by promoting development of muscle memory after being exposed to numerous practice sessions. The athlete's arms will be trained to move reflexively in a ninety degree angles (forearm to biceps) as the trainee swings their arms continuously while running. The FAST comprises a set of elastic support braces. Each set of arm braces includes a hollowed elastic upper arm binding and a elastic forearm binding.

Abstract: An exercising device has a belt adapted to be worn by a user, and an elastic element fixable by the belt to a user's body and having two ends graspable by a user for expanding the elastic element and exercising.

Abstract: An expander for the lower part of the body is provided with a lumbar band (1) having corresponding catching members (2), an elastic strip (7) insertably fitted into and woven with the lumbar band (1), and a sole contact plate (6) having inserting portions (3) for both feet mounted thereon. The elastic strip (7) is woven around a substantially back half of the lumbar band (1), and coupling rings (7b) mounted at the opposite outer ends of the elastic strip (7) pulled out from the opposite sides of a front part of the lumbar band (1) are coupled to corresponding upper-end hooks (20a) of length-adjustable straps (20) connected with side portions (6a) of the sole contact plate (6) in a looped state.

Abstract: The present invention features a a muscle strengthening exerciser to be worn at specific parts of the body. This inventive muscle strengthening body frame apparatus can be worn on isolated body parts as non-apparel items for direct longitudinal resistive forces exerted on the body part of the wearer during movement. The apparatus comprises a frame assembly consisting of a first and second portions which are joined together by a resistance bar. The resistance bar provides the resistive forces providing muscular activity to adjacent body parts.

Abstract: A geometric-tree like gymnastic amusement-thrill structure, devised for relatively safe, exhilarating, gravity defying, action by several novice or skilled aerobatic gymnasts at one time; each enjoying their own bungee-cord suspension. Efficiently based upon a central ground-anchored vertical trunk-pylon member employing a preferably four-way arrangement of radially upward and outwardly extending branch support-booms, each in discreet combination with a laterally supporting ground-anchored beam extending upward to a point proximal the base of its respective support-booms. Plus, nearly vertical compression-load beams are secured at their lower-ends near each support-boom's lower treminus, and secured at their upper-ends near the outer ends of the respective overhanging support-boom.

Abstract: An ingenious calf and ankle exerciser for engagement with the lower leg muscle and ankle which consists of a shin support w/protective pad (10), back support (14), a front support w/band brackets (16), and an adjustable sole support (30) affixed together by a pivot mechanism (24) to allow pivotal motion of the framework about substantially the same axis of the joint of the ankle, an adjustable arm (22) and an ankle connector pivot pin mechanism (37) which supports back support (14) and front support w/band brackets (16). The front support w/band brackets is swingably connected to the toe pocket w/band bracket (32) by the desired pressure resistant band (34). Then one would pull the front support w/band brackets upward to their leg and drop the back support arm w/ locking latches (15) down onto the locking catch post (18) locking the Calf Master in position. Once locked in place the, Calf Master provides swinging resistance through a range of the pivotal and lateral motion of the ankle.

Abstract: A harness for an ABS therapeutic ball allows a user to perform aerobic exercises while seated on the ABS therapeutic ball. The harness includes a stabilizer portion having circumferential straps extending therefrom. A handle is positioned between the circumferential straps proximate a joining area thereof. An adjustment strap having a self fastening system also extends from the stabilizer portion of the harness and interacts with the joining area of the circumferential straps to provide a single, overall size adjustment of the harness to accommodate various sizes of ABS therapeutic balls. Once installed onto an ABS therapeutic ball, the user may perform various aerobic exercises while seated on the ABS therapeutic ball and firmly grasping the handle of the harness. The harness thus provides a secure, no-slip, and stable platform for aerobically exercising on the ABS therapeutic ball.

Abstract: A basketball shooting training device is provided for training a player to use the proper upper torso alignment and relative leg position when shooting a basketball by maintaining the shooter's back and head, from buttocks to the top of the head in vertical alignment, at a 90° angle with respect to the floor. Also, the invention forces the use of the legs in the set shot for developing novice players' skills. The support rod removably attaches around the forehead via an elastic, adjustable forehead strap attached to an upper end of the rod. The rod continues down the neck and spine, and concludes at the buttocks region. A feet immobilizing apparatus is attached at a lower end of the support rod so as to maintain a player's feet in proper position during consecutive basketball shots.

Abstract: An apparatus for plyometrically exercising the muscles of the user's back. The apparatus includes a exercise panel connected parallel to a back panel, the exercise panel being movable in relation to the back panel. Springs are disposed between the exercise panel and the back panel, so that movement of the exercise panel in relation to the back panel requires compression or extension of the springs. A seat panel is provided, which is connected to the back panel and when in use is disposed about perpendicular to the back panel. Body straps are provided for comfortably securing the user's torso to the exercise panel. The user plyometrically exercises his back muscles by rapidly alternately pressing his back against the exercise panel to compress the springs, and then pushing forward against the body straps to pull the springs into tension.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for exercising, strengthening and conditioning the tibial and ankle areas of the leg, shin as comprises a first strap adapted to form a loop around the foot of a user, passing across the underside of the foot in the region of the ball of the foot. A metal ring is slidably attached to the underside portion of the strap to connect to an exercise resistance, such as a pulley system weight rack or an elastic cord. The first strap is held in place with the aid of a second strap extending along each side of the foot and around the heel portion and connecting at each side to the first strap.

Abstract: A rehabilitation strap system for assisting in the rehabilitation of a damaged knee. The rehabilitation strap system includes an elongate main strap preferably secured at opposing ends forming a loop having a first side and a second side, a pair of upper handles attached to the main strap, a pair of lower handles attached to the main strap, and a plurality of rungs attached between the first side and the second side of the main strap. The user grasps either the upper handles or the lower handles after positioning their foot within one of the rungs or a bottom portion of the main strap. The user then draws the selected handles towards themselves thereby manipulating and stretching the leg thereby increasing the mobility of the leg.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention there is provided an upper body support characterized by a dorsal member, having a lower portion which extends substantially rearwardly of a wearer, and at least one flexibly resilient element operatively interconnected with the lower portion of the dorsal member so that when the wearer bends at the waist, the dorsal member operates on the or each flexible resilient element in such a manner that the weight of the upper body of the wearer is borne at least partly therethrough.

Abstract: A golf development and training device has first and second rods detachably connected at first and second connection points. Both rods contain multiple apertures for the receipt of one hooked end of a stretchable or elastic tube. The rods define a space between them when they are connected. A grip slidably engages the first rod and audibly clicks as it slides against the second rod when certain critical aspects of the training motion are correctly performed. At least one elastic tube is connected between the rod assembly and an attachment device which is secured to a stationary object that provides resistance and support. The attachment device includes vertical and horizontal rows of attachment apertures that receive the other end of the elastic tube. Multiple elastic tubes may be used, the number of which is dictated by the level of resistance desired during any particular exercise or training movement.

Abstract: A hamstring brace for supporting the hamstring muscle either during recovery from an injury or during strenuous activity to prevent an injury includes a waistband, adjustable elastic bands, an adjustable lateral support band, and optionally an adjustable stirrup assembly. Multiple ring pairs are provided on the waistband to permit lateral adjustment of the elastic bands along the waistband. The leg strap assembly also includes a spacer strap and lateral patellar support straps that work in combination with the lateral support band to attach the hamstring brace below the knee without putting direct pressure on the patella. Multiple straps and clips provide maximum adjustability.

Abstract: This invention, referred to as an Energy-Efficient Running Aid, relates to passive (spring-actuated) running/walking aids for ortheses, prostheses, and robots—to allow faster running using less energy. The full invention is an leg ortheses or an energy-efficient running brace. It is a running brace which acts in parallel with a runner's leg to support the runner during stance phase and to capture all foot-impact energy, preferably with the optimal constant-force curve, for use to thrust said runner back into the air during toe-off. Novel structural elements include a hyper-extending knee-lock, a variable-angle knee-lock, a kneeless adjustable-length brace, a self-guiding/constant force bow spring, a pulley-based/constant-force bow spring, a asymmetric brace foot, a load-tightening full harness, and a means to guarantee lock release at toe-off. The running brace eliminates impact injuries by absorbing the impact energy.

Abstract: A facial muscle exercising device has flared and weighted lip-engaging members biased apart by a compressed coil spring. The lip-engaging members include exposed ends that extend longitudinally outwardly away from the user's face and which have a sufficient weight that the user's cheek muscles are required to overcome the gravitational force acting on the outwardly projecting ends of the device. The facial muscle exercising device also has inner ends that project into the mouth cavity, and which are flared transversely outwardly to follow the contour of and contact the inner cheek surfaces of the user's mouth. Preferably, the exposed outwardly projecting ends have removable weights so that the gravitational force to be overcome can be varied to the extent desired by the user. The removable weights may be stainless steel desks that are held in seats formed in the distal extremities of the outwardly projecting ends of the facial muscle exercising device.

Abstract: A facial muscle exercising device is designed for insertion between the lips of a person's mouth. The facial muscle exercising device is comprised of a pair of lip-engaging members disposed in longitudinal separation from each other. Each of these lip-engaging members has a convex outwardly curved side with a concave groove defined therein. A pair of the elongated, coaxially aligned telescopically engaged spreader members are urged apart by an axially compressible coil spring having opposing ends and disposed in coaxial alignment with the telescoping spreader members. A guide rod is provided and is anchored to one of the lip-engaging members. The free end of the guide rod extends through a guide passage in the other lip-engaging member. The guide rod is aligned parallel to the coaxial, telescoping spreader members.

Abstract: A training device to strengthen the legs of a user while the device is worn by the user is disclosed. The device includes a belt for attachment about the waist of a user and a first foot engaging assembly coupled to the belt by a first resilient strap. The first resilient strap has a first end coupled to a front portion of the belt and a second end coupled to a rear portion of the belt, wherein the first foot engaging assembly is coupled to the first resilient strap along a central portion of the first resilient strap between the first end of the first resilient strap and the second end of the first resilient strap. The device also includes a second foot engaging assembly coupled to the belt by a second resilient strap.

Abstract: An exercise handgrip assembly comprising an elastic exercise member impinger which seats in a channel nest, thereby allowing the operator to reliably adjust the length of the elastic member to vary the exercise routine. Stowage means are also provided to secure the impinger from loss or misplacement. The assembly further comprises embodiments of rotable palm holds.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus for exercising, strengthening and conditioning the tibial and ankle areas of the leg, shin as comprises a first strap adapted to form a loop around the foot of a user, passing across the underside of the foot in the region of the ball of the foot. A metal ring is slidably attached to the underside portion of the strap to connect to an exercise resistance, such as a pulley system weight rack or an elastic cord. The first strap is held in place with the aid of a second strap extending along each side of the foot and around the heel portion and connecting at each side to the first strap.

Abstract: A medical device for physical therapy treatment to enable patients confined to a bed to increase upper and lower extremity strength and promote a quicker return to standing and walking activities. The medical device can be a generally wedge-shaped article constructed of a resiliently compressible material designed to consistently return to its original shape after repeatedly being compressed. The medical device can have an expansive front support base, an expansive, taller rear support base, a generally flat bottom surface, left and right sides and a top surface which slopes from the expansive front support base to the taller rear support base at an angle designed to provide a proper range of motion for a patient's legs when performing a certain therapeutic exercise. The left and right sides can be provided with opposing indentations therein at about the mid portion of the medical device.

Abstract: An isotonic exercise assembly structured to exercise the retractor muscles, such as but not necessarily limited to the rhomboid muscles, in the upper torso of a user's body in an effort to correct poor posture demonstrated by the user. A mounting assembly is provided and structured to be removably attached to the upper torso, and is supportingly attached to a base of the exercise assembly. A pair of arms, are pivotally attached at their respective distal ends to the base in spaced relation to one another and are selectively positionable between a retracted position and an outwardly extended position. A tension assembly is disposed relative to the base and the pair of arms, and exerts a resistance force on the arms tending to normally bias the arms into the retracted position.

Abstract: An exercising device includes a short strap having an interior surface and an exterior surface with a first end and a second end and an intermediate extent. A first pile-type fastener is provided on the interior surface and a second pile-type fastener on the interior surface. A large buckle has parallel end plates with parallel first and second end cross pieces and a central cross piece. The first end cross piece receives the first end. A long strap has a first end constituting a handle. An intermediate extent of the long strap is coupled to the exterior surface of the short strap.

Abstract: Method and device for operating a bicycle having a sprocket and pedals connected to the sprocket for rotating the sprocket during downstrokes and upstrokes of the pedals. The method and device include elastic members worn on the legs such that the elastic members will stretch on the downstroke of the pedals to generate energy and contract on the upstroke to release the energy for assisting the legs to rotate the pedals and in turn the sprocket. For a given cycle and cyclist, greater speeds of the cycle may be obtained by the cyclist. The elastic members are constructed and dimensioned such that about 3 to 12 pounds of tension is created in them during the downstroke of the pedals. Similar members may be worn on the feet to generate energy and transfer it to the feet again to enhance speed of operation of the bicycle.

Abstract: A foot lift assist enables a person with foot drop to walk in a nearly normal manner. The foot lift assist comprises an elastic cord anchored at a person's hip by a belt. A foot strap is worn on the foot generally over the toes of the foot. The elastic cord is connected to a ring on the foot strap that is located to the outside of the longitudinal centerline of the foot. The elastic cord then lies completely to the outside of the leg and knee. When the person removes his weight from the foot, the elastic cord exerts an upward force that bends the leg at the knee and hip and that also pivots the foot upwardly about the ankle. The person can then take a step without his toes dragging on the ground. The foot strap may be fully flexible. Alternately, for walking on abrasive surfaces, the foot strap may have a metal plate bonded under a strap. A heel band attached to the plate and looped around the heel helps retain the foot strap on the foot.

Abstract: A posterior ankle splint shaper apparatus is provided forming a shoe having an upper surface opposite a lower surface and including a pair of ankle straps, a pair of foot straps, and a pair of linearly elongated maintenance straps.