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Stepped ridge heel stabilizing element: NikeRecent Research Landscape

Inconsistent rearfoot stability leads to user discomfort and increased manufacturing complexity for varying foot shapes. These innovations utilize adaptive structural elements to ensure precise anatomical fit and motion control.

What technical problems is Nike addressing in Stepped ridge heel stabilizing element?

Unstable heel strike compression

(11)evidences

Uncontrolled lateral or medial movement during the initial contact phase of gait leads to injury and energy loss. Stabilizing the rearfoot improves biomechanical efficiency and user safety.

Excessive foot pronation instability

(2)evidences

Uncontrolled foot movement during high-impact loading causes injury and energy loss. Stabilizing the heel prevents ankle inversion and improves kinetic efficiency.