A45B2009/007

STANDING AND WALKING SUPPORT DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE
20200170860 · 2020-06-04 ·

A standing and walking support device and system supports and aids a user as the user moves from a sitting position to a standing position. A user is able to grasp and hold a top section of the device as the user stands up. As weight of the user and/or force is placed on the top section, the device compresses under the user's weight and/or force. The device guides the user to shift their center of gravity forward. As the user stands up, the device decompresses to return to its original height. The device and system is then usable as a support as the user walks.

Folding pole, in particular for Nordic walking
10660414 · 2020-05-26 · ·

The invention relates to a folding pole (1), normally comprising four pipe sections (7-9), wherein the pipe sections (7-9) are connected to each other by means of plug-in connections while aligned along the pole axis (32) in the assembled state of the folding pole (1), and normally only three pipe sections (8, 8, 9) are still connected to each other by means of a movable connecting element (16) in the folded state, and wherein a pole handle (2) is arranged on a top pipe section (7) and a pole tip (23) is arranged on a bottom pipe section (9). According to the invention, at least one of the plug-in connections is realized by means of an external clamping mechanism (10), wherein the clamping mechanism (10) is fastened to a first pipe section (7), and wherein a second pipe section (8), which has an outside diameter smaller than or nearly equal to the inside diameter of the first pipe section (7), and which is supported in the first pipe section (7) so as to be movable itself, can be fastened in the relative axial position by the external clamping mechanism (10). The further plug-in connections are designed as pure plug-in connections, wherein pipe sections (8, 8, 9) are fastened only an axial direction in the connected state. The pipe sections (7-9) are connected to each other by means of at least one tension cable (16), which is fastened to the bottom pipe section (9) and to the top pipe section (7) and which is arranged so as to pass through the interior (31) of the at least two middle pipe sections (8, 8). The folding pole (1) is designed in such a way that the folding pole can be transferred from the folded state to the assembled state by connecting the further plug-in connections, and then, with the external clamping mechanism (10) released, pulling the second pipe section (8) out of the first pipe section (7) until the tension cable (16) is under tension, and fastening the external clamping mechanism (10).

Device and display package assembly

Disclosed is an assembly that comprises a user mobility device and a display package. The user mobility device comprises a handle region covered by a handle cover. The display package provided with a hanging panel having a hang tab region that extends past the handle region of the user mobility device and having a hanging aperture and a boundary that defines an open region proximal to handle region of the user mobility device to permit manual grasping of the handle region without the necessity to remove the user mobility device from the display package.

Motorized life cane
10653579 · 2020-05-19 ·

A motorized walking cane operated by a rechargeable battery powered linear actuator that assists a person to rise from a sitting position to a standing position and to lower from a standing position to a sitting position. The speed of the linear actuator can be adjusted with the use of a variable speed controller. The motorized lift cane can include an interface for receiving additional accessories.

Trackable walking cane assembly
10653217 · 2020-05-19 ·

A trackable walking cane assembly for locating a misplaced walking cane includes a walking cane that is manipulated for assisting a physical disabled user with walking. A tracking unit is positioned within the cane and the tracking unit is in electrical communication with a global positioning system (gps) to determine a physical location of the cane. A remote control is manipulated by a user when the user misplaces the cane. The remote control selectively emits a location signal to the tracking unit thereby actuating the tracking unit to emit an audible alert. In this way the tracking unit to assists the user with locating the cane.

ERGONOMIC CANE WITH NOVEL BASE AND ADDITIONAL COMPONENTS
20240016268 · 2024-01-18 ·

A system for a walking cane is provided. The walking cane may be comprised of a stem and a base, and the base may be provided in the shape of a human foot. The base may be made of various types of materials, such as a flexible silicone or rubber material. The foot shape may provide a natural, ergonomic feel for the user.

TELESCOPING ASSEMBLY
20200109728 · 2020-04-09 ·

A telescoping assembly includes a first tube member, a second tube member, an inner tubular member coupled to move with said second tube member, an outer sleeve mounted on said first tube member, and a latch block disposed in a latch bore of the outer sleeve and having an actuating end region and a blocking end region. In response to pressing of the actuating end region, the latch block is displaced from a locked position, where the blocking end region is in blocking engagement with a shoulder surface of the inner tubular member, to an unlocked position.

Mobility devices having smart features and charging mounts for same

Examples described herein include mobility devices that may include a variety of enhanced features. For example, mobility devices are described which may more accurately assess a fall of a user by determining if a user is in proximity to a portion of the mobility device after a fall of the mobility device is detected. Examples of wall mounted chargers for mobility devices are also described. Moreover, examples of mechanisms for detaching and attaching tips to mobility devices (e.g. canes) are described which may facilitate swapping of different tips for different situations.

Vertically and horizontally adjustable walker
10583066 · 2020-03-10 ·

An adjustable walker having a horizontal base and a horizontal upper support frame, each being adjustable in width. A pair of vertical support frames are attached to the horizontal base frame and are adjustably attached to the horizontal upper support frame so that the horizontal upper support frame is adjustable in height. Extensions on the rear ends of the horizontal base frame and the horizontal upper support frame extend beyond the rear end of the walker. Pivotable caster wheels are attached to the front end of the horizontal base frame. Non-pivoting rear wheels are attached to the rear end of the horizontal base frame to stabilize the rear end. The horizontal upper support frame supports the upper body of a user. The extensions provide support to the user and stability to the walker as a user exits the rear of the walker to sit on a bed or chair.

Shock absorbing walking cane
10575607 · 2020-03-03 ·

A walking cane is provided having a foot, a handle, a pole member having a hollow interior cavity or shaft connecting said foot with said handle, an adjustable spring contained within said hollow shaft, and a tension adjusting mechanism operatively associated with said adjustable spring constructed and arranged to adjust spring tension imparted when downward force is applied from said handle, through said shaft and terminating at said foot.