The present invention relates to the production of lower extremity
supportive products, including boot, shoes, sandals, leg braces, etc. One
embodiment of the present invention relates to a method for providing a
three-dimensionally customized lower extremity product. The method
includes measuring and recording data related to a three-dimensional
representation of a customer's lower extremities in an activity-specific
optimal stance. The three-dimensional representation includes specific
anatomical position information including extensions, flexions,
rotations, inversions, eversions, etc. The three-dimensional
representation also includes surface information including foot shape,
ankle shape, sole shape, etc. The measurement and recordation is
performed at a convenient location such as in close proximity to the
customer's residence or at an airport terminal. The customized lower
extremity product is then manufactured at an independent location. The
manufactured customized lower extremity product is customized according
to the data so as to support the customer's lower extremity in the
activity-specific optimal stance. In addition, the customized lower
extremity product may be delivered to a location that facilitates
customer pickup.