Devices for improvement of the basic crutch, cane, and ambulatory aids to provide needed support to ameliorate potential injuries and improve ambulation for persons suffering from injured lower limbs, lumbar region or other injuries, and who frequently require using crutches for mobility. Normally, the conventional crutches require more energy from the user than merely walking, and frequently, a crutch user may require rest. Prior crutch systems have not provided a convenient way to provide the user with such rest. Also, we show crutch support in sitting position that works as a simple and handy decompression system for herniated or bulged discs and injured/weak back muscles. An integrated crutch and walker system is described.

A curved or bowed pole having at least a top portion and a bottom portion is disclosed that is structured and configured to aid persons in motion under their own power. The disclosed pole can be modular and include at least two or more sections that can attach or detach to each other. Additionally, a curved or bowed pole is disclosed that can include a paddle, a ski shoe, or an adjustable hook foot attached to its bottom portion or a cross handle attached to its top portion.

Provided is a cane for walking comprising: a handle;_a pole having a curve configured for contact with a ground, the pole attached to the handle wherein the handle has at least a portion (as viewed from a top of the cane) with an orientation that is above the horizontal in such configuration that minimizes a person bending a wrist to hold the handle; wherein at least a portion of a length of the handle, as defined as direction of walking, points upwardly in an angle of greater than five degrees.

A spring-loaded tip attachment for a walking aid features a compression spring having axially opposing proximal and distal ends, a mount connected to the proximal end of said compression spring and configured for attachment to a shaft of said walking aid at or proximate a bottom end thereof, and a shoe connected to the distal end of said compression spring for spring-loaded contact of said shoe with a ground or floor surface during use of said walking aid. A plurality of attachments are respectively configured with different spring rates intended for users within different body weight categories. Attachments with greater spring rates are given to users in higher-weight categories, and attachments with lesser spring rates are given to users in lower-weight categories.

The invention relates to a mobility device (100) comprising a top segment (101) and a bottom segment (102) including a first end (103) and a second end (104), the first end (103) being joined to the top segment (101). The bottom segment (102) includes a curved portion (105) positioned between the first and the second ends, wherein the curved portion (105) is adapted to define an energy storing state and an energy releasing state.

A walking stick that takes inspiration from nature to absorb energy in the downward first motion of a walking stride and then return the stored energy to aid in propelling the walker forward in the final forward motion of the walking stride all the while keeping the walker in an ergonomically correct position which minimizes discomfort and reduces wasted energy. The walking stick that is the subject of this patent application utilizes a dual flexure spring configured in an S-shape (hereafter referred to as an S-flexure spring) as an extension of the straight shaft of the stick. The shape and location of the S-flexure spring are such that the spring force helps propel the walker forward.

A knee curve cane apparatus for ease of use and safety includes a handle and an upper shaft segment coupled to the handle. The upper shaft segment has an upper top end coupled to the handle. A medial top end of a medial shaft segment is coupled to an upper bottom end of the upper shaft segment. The medial shaft segment is curved and configured to accommodate a user's knee to prevent contact while walking. A medial bottom end of the medial shaft segment is vertically aligned with the medial top end. A lower shaft segment is coupled to the medial shaft segment. A lower top end of the lower shaft segment is coupled to the medial bottom end. A base collar of a base is selectively engaged with a lower bottom end of the lower shaft segment.

An illuminated walking assistance apparatus is disclosed. In at least one embodiment, the apparatus provides an elongated staff having a ground-engaging tip portion at a first end and a handle at an opposing second end. The staff provides a light pipe positioned proximal the tip portion and having a light-emitting member disposed therein to selectively illuminate the ground proximal the tip portion. The staff further provides a red nightlight which is always on so as to facilitate locating the apparatus in a dark environment.

A spring-loaded tip attachment for a walking aid features a compression spring having axially opposing proximal and distal ends, a mount connected to the proximal end of said compression spring and configured for attachment to a shaft of said walking aid at or proximate a bottom end thereof, and a shoe connected to the distal end of said compression spring for spring-loaded contact of said shoe with a ground or floor surface during use of said walking aid. A plurality of attachments are respectively configured with different spring rates intended for users within different body weight categories. Attachments with greater spring rates are given to users in higher-weight categories, and attachments with lesser spring rates are given to users in lower-weight categories.

Mobility assistive devices in the nature of canes, staffs or walking sticks are constructed with a bent or “dog-leg” shape so that an upper portion of the cane adjacent the handle extends forward in the direction of travel of the cane's user and is visible in her peripheral vision. The shape of the cane and the proprioceptive feedback from its motion convey more information to the user and allow more confident, efficient motion than a traditional straight cane or staff. Some embodiments include rotating joints to allow the cane to be folded when not in use.