Challenge
- 25 mm +32%
- 80 mm +78%
- 105 mm +95%
PHYSICAL / ORTHOPEDIC
Wearing high heels requires a specific functional/postural adaptation since shifting the weight to the forefoot alters the center of gravity. The higher the heels, the more intense the demands on joint and neuro-muscular adaptation.
EXECUTION
Until now, the challenge of finding a globally applicable solution for all individuals has been determined by morphological differences in the foot due to genetic variations across different parts of the world. This has made it extremely difficult to find a universal solution that fits everyone. Some companies have attempted improvement by using appendages to insert into the shoe or apply directly to the foot; however, these have shown limitations and, in some cases, worsened footwear comfort.
LIMITATIONS OF EXISTING AFTERMARKET SOLUTIONS
- do not enhance stability
- reduce space for the foot inside the footwear
- do not alleviate the overload on the metatarsal heads
GAIT-TECH® is the first device to be integrated into the insole during the shoe assembly process.
The uniqueness of the GAIT-TECH® solution lies in a structural component integrated into the insole during assembly, upon which the footwear is constructed. This biomechanical device does not compromise the aesthetics of the final product and, while providing significant advantages, does not alter the footwear manufacturing process.
The GAIT-TECH® device more evenly distributes body weight among the metatarsal heads, redesigning the foot-to-ground relationship (foot-shoe biomechanical relationship) and consequently improving support.
The uniqueness of the GAIT-TECH® solution lies in a structural component integrated into the insole during assembly, upon which the footwear is constructed. This biomechanical device does not compromise the aesthetics of the final product and, while providing significant advantages, does not alter the footwear manufacturing process.
The GAIT-TECH® device more evenly distributes body weight among the metatarsal heads, redesigning the foot-to-ground relationship (foot-shoe biomechanical relationship) and consequently improving support.
Research and development
GAIT‑TECH® is born from biomechanical research, applying principles that consider the anatomy, physiology of the foot, and the overall well-being of the individual.
Over the past decade, GAIT‑TECH® has utilized information from studies and experience in medical, kinesiological, orthopedic, and psychological fields, drawing on the knowledge of some of its founders, including a thirty-year archive from one of the most knowledgeable laboratories in orthopedic techniques.
With its innovative technological device, GAIT‑TECH® has addressed one of the most challenging biomechanical issues in the footwear industry: modifying the support plane to evenly distribute the load on the 5 metatarsal heads. This approach can enhance comfort, gait stability, and engage a broader range of muscles.
The GAIT‑TECH® device is an integral part of the Fashion Tech System, aiming to enhance the well-being of individuals wearing high-heeled footwear. It introduces a targeted biomechanical innovation to increase comfort and improve stability during walking.
The demonstrated ability to reduce pain and symptoms associated with extreme heel use has allowed GAIT‑TECH® to emerge as a global leader in the development of technological solutions applied to footwear.
- Adaptable to all foot shapes under non-pathological conditions
- Flexible for different types of shoes as well as any heel height
- Maintains consistent structure and aesthetics in footwear design and production
- Enhances walking stability and safety, promoting postural improvement
- Supports muscle function and vascular dynamism
- Improves the functionality of the neuro-muscular system, resulting in smoother walking
PERSON AT THE CENTER OF THE CREATIVE PROCESS
The GAIT-TECH® device is designed with the aim of improving the overall well-being of the individual.
INCLUSIVITY
All research in the medical, kinesiological, and orthopedic fields that underlie the GAIT-TECH® device starts with the study of the individual and the morphology of their body.
RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION
GAITTECH promotes conscious consumption through the purchase of high-quality artifacts that last over time.
SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS
GAITTECH uses components from natural resources with low environmental impact. GAIT-TECH® insoles are certified “ZERO WASTE” – total recovery of waste materials.
The GAIT‑TECH® insole is available to major shoe brands as an integrable product in the shoe production process without affecting the structure and aesthetics of the finished product. It is therefore characterized as an “invisible” tool capable of differentiating the final product in the market.
GAIT‑TECH® has launched its first-of-a-kind biomechanical device at CES during the 2023 edition:
- Classified on the first 300 projects from over 4000 exhibitors.
- The decision to have launched our device at the most relevant stage of innovation and disruption worldwide is due to our aim as a company to create a movement of health and well-being when wearing high heels due to our technology.
Over 5 Billion of Media Coverage worldwide in one week
2020
Italian patent for industrial invention filed with the Italian Patent and Trademark Office in Rome and subsequently extended internationally (PCT).
2022
Biomechanical Certification issued for the GAIT‑TECH® device by Dr. Roberto Bevoni, PHD MD, Head of the Orthopedics Department, Rizzoli Hospital, Bologna.
2023
The GAIT-TECH® patent recognized among the most significant biomechanical devices for sustainability and health at CES (Consumer Technology Association www.ces.tech), Las Vegas.
2023
GAITTECH Srl wins the America Innovation Award, established by the Italy/USA Foundation and presented at the Chamber of Deputies, Rome.
GAITTECH srl
PIVA/CF 03890830361
Via Giovanni Falcone, 3
41012 CARPI (MO)
Capitale Sociale: 321.244€ i.v.
GAITTECH srl
PIVA/CF 03890830361
Via Giovanni Falcone, 3
41012 CARPI (MO)
Capitale Sociale: 321.244€ i.v.