Patent classifications
A61G5/122
Seat back support
A seat back support with an adjustable support curvature, the support including: a frame; at least one elongate deformable member extending between side portions of the frame; and an elongate adjustment element that intersects one or more of the at least one deformable member(s), wherein manipulation of the adjustment element adjusts the deformation of the one or more deformable member(s) with which it intersects to adjust the curvature of the back support.
MOBILITY DEVICE
A mobility device (1) comprising: a main frame (3) having a central longitudinal axis which coincides with the median plane of the mobility device (1), an elongated body support member (13b) which has a central longitudinal axis (At) that is contained in a median plane of the mobility device (1), the body support member (13b) being pivotally connected to the main frame (3) via a medial pivot connection (17), and an elongated rotation transfer member (13c) rotatably connected to the body support member (13b), wherein the rotation transfer member (13b) has a central longitudinal axis (A2) which extends transversally relative to the central longitudinal axis (At) of the body support member (13b).
EXOSKELETON WHEELCHAIR SYSTEM
An exoskeleton wheelchair system includes a base, one or more wheels coupled to the base, a body support connected to the base comprising: a back support; and one or more leg supports pivotally coupled to the back support, and a gait wheel linked with the one or more leg supports via one or more gait linkages and configured to rotate the one or more leg supports. The one or more leg supports are configured to pivot about a first axis when the back support is in a standing position mode. The back support is maintained at a fixed position relative to a location of the base when the one or more leg supports pivot about the first axis while the back support is in the standing position mode.
DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTABLE WIDTH WHEELCHAIR
An adjustable wheelchair and components thereof are provided. The wheelchair may include a first chassis connected to a first wheel on a first side of the wheelchair. The first chasses may include a first strut configured to laterally translate while supporting a seat. The wheelchair may further include a second chassis connected to a second wheel on a second side of the wheelchair. The second chasses may include a second strut configured to laterally translate while supporting the seat. A jack may be connected to the first chasses and second chasses. The jack may operatively cause the first and second chassis expand away from each other and contract toward each other to vary a width between the first side and second side of the wheelchair.
Trunk control systems and wheelchairs comprising same
A trunk control system having a harness assembly and a flexion control assembly. The harness assembly has a backrest member and a harness secured to the backrest member. The backrest member is configured to be moveably coupled to a wheelchair. The backrest member is selectively moveable about and between a fully retracted position and a fully extended position. The harness cooperates with the backrest member to define a receiving space for receiving at least a portion of a torso of a wheelchair user. The flexion control assembly is coupled to the backrest member of the harness assembly. The flexion control assembly is configured to selectively permit or restrict movement of the backrest member about and between the fully retracted position and the fully extended position.
MOBILITY DEVICE SEAT
A seat for a mobility device accommodating flexibility, personalized comfort, and transportability. The seat can include a button push means to enable movement of a height-adjustable armrest. The seat back can fold upon the seat for transportability. The seat cushion and armrest cushion can be removably mounted and separately replaceable. The seat can be mounted upon various types of devices, including, but not limited to, wheelchairs.
External structural brace apparatus
An external structural brace apparatus for supporting a user in a semi standing position on a surface includes first and second support extension beams that to attach to the surface, also included is a channel having a base with first and second legs, wherein the first and second legs extend in the same direction from opposing sides of the base, the first leg is affixed to the first support structure and the second leg is affixed to the second support structure, the channel can be lockably positioned along the first and second beams. In addition, a saddle seat with a midpoint extension portion, the saddle is attached between the first and second legs and positioned such that the midpoint extension extends opposite of the base, wherein operationally the user partially rests their buttocks on the saddle and leans their back against the base to assume a semi supported standing posture.
Exoskeleton wheelchair system
An exoskeleton wheelchair system includes a base, one or more wheels coupled to the base, a body support connected to the base comprising: a back support; and one or more leg supports pivotally coupled to the back support, and a gait wheel linked with the one or more leg supports via one or more gait linkages and configured to rotate the one or more leg supports. The one or more leg supports are configured to pivot about a first axis when the back support is in a standing position mode. The back support is maintained at a fixed position relative to a location of the base when the one or more leg supports pivot about the first axis while the back support is in the standing position mode.
Modular device for dorsal protection
The modular device for dorsal protection suitable to be worn by a wearer includes at least two holding elements arranged one beneath the other and suitable for receiving, on the front face thereof, the back of the wearer. The holding elements are interconnected, in pairs, on the rear face thereof, by at least one hinged connection, each hinged connection ensuring the link between two adjacent holding elements. Each hinged connection includes at least two degrees of torsional freedom and bending freedom such that each holding element and each hinged connection or joining part moves in relation to the other under the action of the movements of the wearer, while ensuring that the device is maintained in contact with the back of the wearer.
Mobility device
- Stewart M. Coulter ,
- Brian G. Gray ,
- Dirk A. van der Merwe ,
- Susan D. Dastous ,
- Daniel F. Pawlowski ,
- Bob Peret ,
- Dean Kamen ,
- Derek G. Kane ,
- Dave Doherty ,
- Matthew A. Norris ,
- Alexander D. Streeter ,
- David J. Couture ,
- Matthew J. Myers ,
- Matthew B. Kinberger ,
- Constance D. Pitenis ,
- Allison E. Key-Wallace ,
- David E. Collins ,
- Erik N. Sabin ,
- Katie A. DeLaurentis ,
- Catharine N. Flynn ,
- Elizabeth Rousseau ,
- Thomas A. Doyon ,
- Dale B. McGrath ,
- Ryan Adams ,
- Prashant Bhat ,
- Trevor A. Conway ,
- David J. Meehan ,
- Tania M. F. Zirn ,
- Paul R. Curtin ,
- Zachary E. Cranfield ,
- James J. Dattolo ,
- Atlant G. Schmidt, III ,
- Steven B. Meuse ,
- George W. Marchant, JR. ,
- Jeffrey C. Marrion
A powered balancing mobility device that can provide the user the ability to safely navigate expected environments of daily living including the ability to maneuver in confined spaces and to climb curbs, stairs, and other obstacles, and to travel safely and comfortably in vehicles. The mobility device can provide elevated, balanced travel.