SELF-AMBULATION HELPER AND ASSISTIVE REHABILITATIVE DEVICE

Abstract

The present invention relates to a self-ambulation helper and assistive rehabilitative device that is primarily designed to train the initial developmental phase of early life i.e., independent crawling. The device includes a tummy rest, a pair of forearm rest, a pair of leg rests, a left supporting rod, a right supporting rod, and a main frame. The tummy rest includes a tummy bracket, a top layer, and a pair of height adjusting mechanisms. The pair of forearm rest includes a left forearm rest and a right forearm rest. The pair of leg rest includes a left leg rest and a right leg rest. Each forearm rest and each leg rest include an adjustable strap and a base support. The device ensures reinforcement of biomechanically correct training patterns through repetitive practice at home for such patients.

Claims

1. A self-ambulation helper and assistive rehabilitative device (100) comprising: a tummy rest (110) comprising a tummy bracket (112), a top layer (114), and at least one height adjusting mechanism (116); a pair of forearm rests (120, 130) comprising a left forearm rest (120) and a right forearm rest (130) and a pair of leg rests (140, 150) comprising a left leg rest (140) and a right leg rest (150); each (120, 130, 140, 150) comprising an adjustable strap (155) and a base support (145); wherein the left forearm rest (120) and the left leg rest (140) are movably mounted on a left supporting rod (160); and wherein the right forearm rest (130) and the right leg rest (150) are movably mounted on aright supporting rod (170); and a main frame (180) comprising a plurality of side walls (184a, 184b, 184c, 184d) and a pair of extension (182) that is fixed to the tummy bracket (112).

2. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the top layer (114) is made up of a soft material selected from a bio-cotton, a foam, plastic foams cushioning such as polystyrene, polyurethane, and polyethylene, paper fill, and/or pulp.

3. The device (100) of claim 2, wherein the top layer (114) comprises one or more crest (114c) and trough (114t).

4. The device (100) of claim 2, wherein the top layer (114) is covered with a silicone covering.

5. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the main frame (180) is made from a wood, a metal, or metal alloys.

6. The device (100) of claim 5, wherein the mainframe (180) is covered using a tough plastic, rubber or a polymer.

7. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the base support (145) is made from rubber, leather, or a polymer.

8. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the height adjusting mechanism (116) comprises a lever connected to a shaft of a driving bevel gear and a lead screw (116c) connected to a driven bevel gear (116b).

9. The device (100) of claim 8, wherein the tummy rest (110) is arranged on the lead screw (116c).

10. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the right and the left supporting rods (160, 170) are fixed between a front side wall (184a) and a back side wall (184b) of the plurality of side walls (184a, 184b, 184c, 184d).

11. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein each of the supporting rods (160, 170) is adapted to have threads (160t, 170t).

12. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the left forearm rest (120) and the right leg rest (150) are fixed together by means of a first segment (191).

13. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the right forearm rest (130) and the left leg rest (140) are fixed together by means of a second segment (192).

14. The device (100) of claim 13, wherein the first segment (191) and the second segment (192) are pivoted together by means of a pivot pin (193).

15. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the tummy bracket (112) comprises a top portion (112t) and side portions (112s).

16. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the side portions (112s) are provided with a plurality of primary side holes (112h).

17. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the extensions (182) are provided with a plurality of secondary side holes (182h).

18. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the device (100) comprises a motor for providing power to the height adjusting mechanism (116).

19. The device (100) of claim 1, wherein the main frame (180) comprises a reinforcing beam (183).

20. The device (100) of claim 8, wherein the height adjusting mechanism (116) comprises a pair of linear guides (116a).

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0022] So that the manner in which the above-recited features of the present invention can be understood in detail, a more particular description of the invention, briefly summarized above, may have been referred by embodiments, some of which are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is to be noted, however, that the appended drawings illustrate only typical embodiments of this invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention may admit to other equally effective embodiments. These and other features, benefits, and advantages of the present invention will become apparent by reference to the following text figure, with like reference numbers referring to like structures across the views, wherein:

[0023] FIG. 1. shows a perspective view of a self-ambulation helper and assistive rehabilitative device in accordance with the present invention;

[0024] FIG. 2. shows a side view of the device of FIG. 1;

[0025] FIG. 3. shows a front view of the device of FIG. 1;

[0026] FIG. 4. shows a top view of the device of FIG. 1;

[0027] FIG. 5. shows a view of a height adjusting mechanism of the device of FIG. 1; and

[0028] FIG. 6. shows a bottom view of FIG. 4 without reinforcing beam.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] Some embodiments, illustrating its features, will now be discussed in detail. The words comprising, having, containing, and including, and other forms thereof, are intended to be equivalent in meaning and be open ended in that an item or items following any one of these words is not meant to be an exhaustive listing of such item or items, or meant to be limited to only the listed item or items. It must also be noted that as used herein and in the appended claims, the singular forms a, an, and the include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Although any methods, and systems similar or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of embodiments, the preferred methods, and systems are now described. The disclosed embodiments are merely exemplary.

[0030] The present invention is described hereinafter by various embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawing, wherein reference numerals used in the accompanying drawing correspond to the like elements throughout the description. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiment set forth herein. Rather, the embodiment is provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. In the following detailed description, numeric values and ranges are provided for various aspects of the implementations described. These values and ranges are to be treated as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the claims. In addition, several materials are identified as suitable for various facets of the implementations. These materials are to be treated as exemplary and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0031] The various features and embodiments of the present invention will now be described in conjunction with the accompanying figures, namely FIGS. 1-6, which should be regarded as merely illustrative without restricting the scope and ambit of the present invention.

[0032] From herein afterward the device is to referred as a device (100).

[0033] Referring now to FIGS. 1, 2, 3, and 4 the device (100) includes a tummy rest (110), a pair of forearm rests (120, 130), a pair of leg rests (140, 150), a left supporting rod (160), a right supporting rod (170), and a main frame (180).

[0034] The tummy rest (110) supports the baby tummy while using the device (100). The tummy rest (110) includes a tummy bracket (112), a top layer (114), and height-adjusting mechanisms (116). The top layer (114) is made up of a soft material. The top layer (114) provides a cushioning effect. The soft materials are selected from bio-cotton, foam, and plastic foam cushioning such as polystyrene, polyurethane, polyethylene, paper fill, and/or pulp. The top layer (114) is covered with a silicone covering in order to provide comfort to the children. Referring now to FIGS. 3, the top layer (114) includes a crest (114c) and a trough (114t). The tummy bracket (112) includes a top portion (112t) and side portions (112s). The tummy bracket (112) transfers the weight of the baby to the main frame (180) and to the bottom/ground surface.

[0035] Referring now to FIG. 5, the height adjusting mechanism (116) includes a lever, a driving bevel gear, a lead screw (116c), and a driven bevel gear (116b). The lever is connected to a shaft of a driving bevel gear (not shown). Using the lever user can rotate the shaft of the driving bevel gear. Since driving gear is meshed with the driven bevel gear or wheel (116b), the lead screw (116c) gets powered. The lead screw (116c) is connected to the driven bevel gear (116b). The tummy rest (110) is arranged on the lead screw (116c). The height adjusting mechanism (116) comprises a pair of linear guides (116a). The pair of linear guides (116a) maintains the sidewise alignment of the tummy rest (110). The mechanism (116) allows user to adjust the height of the tummy rest (110) as per requirement. Therefore, the present invention can be used for babies of different body sizes and tummy shapes.

[0036] The pair of forearm rests (120, 130) includes a left forearm rest (120) and a right forearm rest (130). The pair of leg rests (140, 150) includes a left leg rest (140) and a right leg rest (150). Each rest (120, 130, 140, 150) includes an adjustable strap (155) and a base support (145). The base support (145) is made from rubber, leather, or a polymer. The adjustable strap (155) is provided for stabilizing the hands and the legs on the support (145).

[0037] The left forearm rest (120) and the left leg rest (140) are movably mounted on the left supporting rod (160). The right forearm rest (130) and the right leg rest (150) are movably mounted on the right supporting rod (170). The right and the left supporting rods (160, 170) are fixed between a front side wall (184a) and a back side wall (184b). Each of the supporting rods (160, 170) is adapted to have threads (160t, 170t). The supporting rods (160, 170) connect the supports (145) to the main frame (180) and is provided with piston action when diagonally connected supports (145) move. Further, the left forearm rest (120) and the right leg rest (150) are fixed together by means of a first segment (191). Similarly, the right forearm rest (130) and the left leg rest (140) are fixed together by means of a second segment (192). The first segment (191) and the second segment (192) are pivoted together by means of a pivot pin (193) as best seen in FIG. 6.

[0038] The main frame (180) is made from wood, metal, or metal alloys. The mainframe (180) is covered using tough plastic, rubber, or a polymer. The main frame (180) includes a pair of extensions (182) and side walls (184a, 184b, 184c, 184d). The extensions (182) are fixed to the tummy bracket (112). The side portions (112s) are provided with primary side holes (112h). The extensions (182) are provided with secondary side holes (182h). The main frame (180) includes a reinforcing beam for providing extra strength thereto.

[0039] In another aspect of the present invention, the device (100) includes a motor for providing power to the height-adjusting mechanism (116).

[0040] It should be understood according to the preceding description of the present invention that the same is susceptible to changes, modifications, and adaptations, and that the said changes, modifications, and adaptations fall within the scope of the appended claims