Abstract: A seat for a work vehicle includes a bottom frame fixed to a seat bracket supported to a vehicle body frame, a top frame supported to the bottom frame to be vertically slidable relative thereto, a setting tool for setting the top fame to the bottom fame at a plurality of vertically adjustable position, a seat cushion attached to the bottom frame and a seat back. The seat back consists of an upper seat back attached to the top frame and a lower seat back attached to the bottom frame.

Abstract: The present invention realizes a vehicle seat that allows for smooth movements of the shoulders of a sitter while maintaining a good fit for the sitter. The vehicle seat comprises a back seat having a lower part that supports a lower back area of a sitter, a central part that supports a ribs area, and an upper part that supports a shoulder blades area. The central part has a front surface formed so as to be wider than the lower part and the upper part as viewed from the front side, the front surface being curved with right and left ends thereof being projected forward. The seat back has a notched shape extending from the central part to the upper part such that shoulders of the sitter are exposed as viewed from the rear side.

Abstract: A device for air-conditioning the backrest or the seat area of a motor vehicle seat has an insert that rests in a recess of a cushion component of the vehicle seat. The insert has an air distribution layer that is covered by (a) an upper cover layer at the top side area that points away from the base area of the recess and (b) a lower cover layer arranged at the side of the air distribution layer that points toward the base area of the recess. The lower cover layer has at least one strap section that protrudes beyond the outer circumference of the air distribution layer. This cover layer has a width that corresponds approximately to the thickness of the air distribution layer and rests on a circumferential area of the air distribution layer that is associated with the strap section and at least partly covers this circumferential area.

Abstract: A support device is disclosed that solves the problem of conventional toilet seats lacking proper back and neck support for individuals with back and neck ailments. The support device provides a portable and adjustable toilet seat back and neck support device comprising a lumbar support portion, an adjustment portion and a neck support portion. The lumbar support portion is designed relieve pressure on the lower back. The adjustment portion connects the lumbar support portion and the neck support portion and provides an adjustment means for proper alignment of the spine. When in use the device is affixed to a toilet seat lid cover via fastening-loop material disposed on the lumbar support portion. When not in use the device is designed to be collapsible for discreet storage.

Abstract: A method of detecting and correcting a user's posture through use of a mobile posture-detection cushion for a chair or any other seating apparatus. The cushion contains individual support modules that actively monitor a user's current seated position and adjust the user to attain an optimum sitting posture in response to individual pressure sensors within the cushion, and provides user-specific feedback to each individual user over a period of time of use of the cushion.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vehicle seat comprising a seat part and a backrest, wherein the backrest comprises at least one left-hand backrest longitudinal support at least one middle backrest longitudinal support and at least one right-hand backrest longitudinal support extending in the vertical direction of the backrest. The backrest longitudinal supports are each connected to the seat part and/or a seat-part frame in a lower region and comprise at least one cushion element. The backrest longitudinal supports are hingedly connected to the seat part and/or the seat-part frame and are interconnected by means of an elongate backrest cross strut, wherein it is possible to vary a distance between at least two backrest longitudinal supports by displacing the at least one backrest cross strut along the vertical direction of the backrest in the upper region of the backrest.

Abstract: A chair including a dynamically-flexible back and seat having a shape that adjusts to the movements of a user seated in the chair to enhance user comfort. Each of the back and seat has an air gap formed therewithin and a resilient frame or liner with a spring memory. The resilient liner is adapted to flex in response to compressive forces that are generated as the user slides his body back or from side-to-side in the chair. Accordingly, some of the chair back and some of the chair seat move into respective air gaps so that the shapes of the back and seat change to conform to the movements of the user. The air gaps also establish air flow ventilation channels which run laterally through the back and seat of the chair.

Abstract: A support frame removably engageable with a wheelchair using no fasteners or tool-requiring engagement components. The support frame is slidably engaged and disengaged to the wheelchair by vertical translation. In an engaged position the weight of the support frame and anything attached thereto is born entirely by the rigid frame of the wheelchair through a positioning of support members of the frame in a frictional engagement atop the push handles of the wheelchair. So engaged, the support frame allows for easy transfer to other wheelchairs or easy removal and engagement from a collapsible wheelchair prior to or after transport of the wheelchair in a car or vehicle.

Abstract: A backrest assembly for a wheelchair includes a support plate pivotally connected to a seat, wherein the support plate is configured to be pivotally adjusted between upright and reclined positions with respect to the seat; a slide plate slidably secured on a front surface of the support plate; and a backrest adjustment assembly operatively connected to the support plate and the slide plate. The backrest adjustment assembly includes a link configured to adjust the support plate. The slide plate slides over the support plate through the link.

Abstract: A pelvis support assembly is provided. The assembly includes a bottom plate having a first end portion and a second end portion. The assembly further includes a pelvis support plate having a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion of the pelvis support plate is pivotally coupled to the first end portion of the bottom plate. The pelvis support plate is sized to support a human pelvis region thereon. The assembly further includes a positional adjustment member operably coupled between the bottom plate and the pelvis support plate. The positional adjustment member holds the pelvis support plate at one of a plurality of operational positions relative to the bottom plate.

Abstract: A neck supporting assembly includes a panel that has a front side, a back side, an upper edge, a lower edge, a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge. A coupler is attached to the panel and is removably coupled to the backrest. A neck support is provided and a connecting member releasably couples the neck support to the front side between the first and second lateral edges so that the neck support can support a person's neck.

Abstract: The present device includes a sacral support for a person sitting in a chair with a seat back. The sacral support includes a rigid base having a bottom surface, a peripheral edge, and a top surface. The top surface includes a plurality of pegs projecting upwardly away therefrom. An elastomeric cushion includes a bottom surface, a peripheral edge, and a convex top surface. The bottom surface of the cushion includes a plurality of apertures adapted to receive the pegs therein. With the cushion engaged with the base at the pegs and apertures thereof, the sacral support may be positioned against the seat back of the chair to produce pressure against the person's sacrum when seated. The sacral support includes a plurality of elastomeric cushions, each cushion having a unique height to be selected as desired by the person. Further, the device includes a mount to be used with backless chairs.

Abstract: A backrest assembly for a wheelchair includes a support plate pivotally connected to a seat, wherein the support plate is configured to be pivotally adjusted between upright and reclined positions with respect to the seat; a slide plate slidably secured on a front surface of the support plate; and a backrest adjustment assembly operatively connected to the support plate and the slide plate. The backrest adjustment assembly includes a link configured to adjust the support plate. The slide plate slides over the support plate through the link.

Abstract: A portable variable-position headboard for a bed or the like is provided. The apparatus includes a bottom frame member having a first end and a second end, the second end including a hinge; a back support frame member having a first end and a second end, the first end having a complementary hinge for coupling the back support frame member to the hinge of the bottom frame member, the back support frame member being movable from a first, closed position to a second, open position relative to the bottom frame member; and a back board configured for supporting a back of a user, the back board being pivotably coupled to the second end of the back support frame member. In the open position, the bottom frame member can be horizontally disposed between a mattress and a support structure, e.g., a bed frame, to create a vertical headboard.

Abstract: An adjustable spine pressure relief apparatus. The apparatus can include a back support assembly, the back support assembly including a back brace reinforced with a stiffener, an adjustment assembly, the adjustment assembly including a first sliding member coupled to the back support assembly, and a second sliding member slideably engaged with the first sliding member, and a mounting assembly coupled to the second sliding member, the mounting assembly including a plurality of mounting members for attaching the mounting assembly to a portion of a vehicle seat.

Abstract: Disclosed is a back supporting device for use with seating apparatuses. The back support device includes a bag containing at least one compartment holding a predetermined amount of fluid, liquid or gel, a flexible cover encasing the bag, and fastening elements for securing the device to the seating apparatus. The device is secured to a seating apparatus to secure the device in place. The fluid, liquid or gel inside the compartment is able to move in response to an application of pressure. When seated, the person's back presses against the device, in particular, the fluid, liquid or gel in the bag, causing the substance inside the bag to move in multiple directions in response to the movement of the person, thereby providing support and at the same time inducing muscle movement and reducing muscle fatigue in the back of the person, in particular in the lumbar region.

Abstract: A vehicle seat can be configured to include a variety of types of cushions. The seat may include primary and secondary cushions that are joined together such that the secondary cushion has a stored position under the seating surface of the primary seat cushion and a deployed position where the secondary seat cushion is positioned adjacent the primary seat cushion. The effective width of the seat may be greater when it is in one position than when it is in the other position. The back cushion may include first and second portions and a third portion intermediate the first and second positions. A vehicle may include left, right, and middle seats, the middle seat being configured to have two positions, the effective width of the middle seat in one position being greater than in the other position.

Abstract: A vehicle seat can be configured to include a variety of types of cushions. The seat may include primary and secondary cushions that are joined together such that the secondary cushion has a stored position under the seating surface of the primary seat cushion and a deployed position where the secondary seat cushion is positioned adjacent the primary seat cushion. The effective width of the seat may be greater when it is in one position than when it is in the other position. The back cushion may include first and second portions and a third portion intermediate the first and second positions. A vehicle may include left, right, and middle seats, the middle seat being configured to have two positions, the effective width of the middle seat in one position being greater than in the other position.

Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly includes a seat bottom, seat back, and occupant pack support. The seat bottom is adapted for use in a substantially horizontal position. The seat back resides adjacent the seat bottom, and comprises a back support surface adapted for use in a substantially upright position. The occupant pack support resides adjacent the back support surface of the seat back, and defines a generally flat inwardly-projecting shelf for vertically supporting an equipment pack carried on a back of an occupant seated in the assembly.

Abstract: An adjustable back cushion structure comprises an adjusting device, which has three portions, a positioning portion, an adjusting portion and a joining portion, the positioning portion is disposed a block portion thereon, a plurality of fixing portions are disposed between the positioning portion and the adjusting portion, a joining surface is on the top end of the joining portion; and a cushion, which is a member covered by a loop surface, filler is filled into the cushion, any of the surface of the cushion is able to to join the joining surface of the adjusting device.

Abstract: The convertible wheelchair includes a seat and a plurality of chair legs extending downward from the seat. Each leg includes a wheel to permit movement of the convertible wheelchair. A reclining backrest is pivotally mounted to the back of the wheelchair, which provides a flat, horizontal surface for a user to rest thereon. Both the seat and the backrest include a pair of panels selectively extendable towards the lateral side in order to form a bed. In this configuration, a caregiver can easily maneuver the user into any position required for ablutions and lavatory functions. Each panel and the handlebars on the backrest may include extendable legs to stabilize the bed.

Abstract: A restraining apparatus for a child consists of a frame with a back; the back of the frame has parallel back rods which can be adjusted lengthwise and a bottom foldably attached to the back by lockable hinges. The back and the bottom each have a foundation rod further comprising a stop. The apparatus also has a cover for the frame. The cover has an upper portion containing a plurality of slots, and a plurality of straps which fit removably through the slots to adjust to the height of the child to be restrained.

Abstract: A convertible seating unit for a motor vehicle is provided. The convertible seating unit comprises a seat having an upper surface, a front edge and a rear edge. The convertible seating unit further includes a back support comprising a first back support panel and a second back support panel. Each of the first and second back support panels has a first edge and a second edge, and an upper surface and a lower surface. The second edge of the first back panel is hingeably connected to the first edge of the second back panel to define a first hinge axis. The first edge of the first back panel is hingeably connected to the seat proximate the rear edge of the seat to define a second hinge axis.

Abstract: An adjustable back rest structure is essentially composed of a soft mat and a plurality of leaning pads. The soft mat at least has a fastening surface, and each of the leaning pads is provided with a locator at the back surface thereof. The soft mat can be covered or laid on a seat, a chair or a bed or the like which is either for sitting or lying. The fastening surface of the soft mat is exposed to be fastened with the locators of the leaning pads thereby fastening the locators respectively at a proper position which matches nearly for individual user's backbone curve thereby enabling the user to sit down or lie down in an easy posture.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a back support device (60) for use in a children's chair (1) wherein the children's chair comprises at least one backrest, two side pieces (5), one seat plate (2) and one safety bow (100) with ends (101), wherein the safety bow (100) is detachably fastened to the side pieces (5) and wherein the backrest or the side pieces have at least one opening or groove each, wherein the back support device (60) comprises: a top part (61) stretching beyond the backrest in height; left and right arms (63) for at least partly inlay in the opening(s) or groove(s) in the backrest or the side pieces; wherein parts of the arms (63) are locked in said opening(s) or groove(s) by the safety bow (100). The invention also concerns the use of the back support device, and a children's set comprising the back support device and use of the children's set.

Abstract: A rotational vehicle restraint system includes an anchoring component configured to be attached to a vehicle seat assembly; a rotatable component attached to the anchoring component and configured to rotate relative to the anchoring component about an axis of rotation; and a harness connected to the rotatable component and configured to fit about a passenger. When installed in a vehicle, the rotational vehicle restraint system is configured to restrain a passenger fitted with the harness in both an upright sitting position and a lying down position. When installed in a vehicle, the rotational vehicle restraint system is also optionally configured to enable the passenger fitted with the harness to change from a first lying down position facing forward in the vehicle seat assembly to a second lying down position facing backward in the vehicle seat assembly.

Abstract: A back cushion includes an enclosure portion, a buffer portion, a filler portion and a fixing portion. The enclosure portion has a first surface/layer and a second surface/layer. The buffer portion and the filler portion are placed in the internal space of the enclosure portion. The buffer portion is in contact with the first layer and the rear surface of the filler portion is in contact with the second layer. The fixing portion is connected with the second layer of the enclosure portion. The fixing portion enables the back cushion to be attached to a suitable place of a chair or a supporting member. The buffer portion allows the back of a user can be comfortably cushioned and supported and hence injuries to his back may be avoided.

Abstract: An adjustable back cushion structure comprises an adjusting device, which has three portions, a positioning portion, an adjusting portion and a joining portion, the positioning portion is disposed a block portion thereon, a plurality of fixing portions are disposed between the positioning portion and the adjusting portion, a joining surface is on the top end of the joining portion; and a cushion, which is a member covered by a loop surface, filler is filled into the cushion, any of the surface of the cushion is able to join the joining surface of the adjusting device.

Abstract: A rack structure for a chair includes a chair back member having a frame and a mounting support. The frame includes a support cushion disposed on the front side thereof for supporting a user's waist correspondingly. The frame further includes two first connecting tabs fixed on the back sides of the top ends of two sides thereof individually and two second connecting tabs formed on and extending from the two sides thereof respectively. The mounting support is fixed onto a base and extends upwardly therefrom. The mounting support includes two coupling segments and two connecting projections arranged on the top ends and the intermediate sections of two sides thereof respectively. Between each coupling segment and each connecting projection is couplingly attached a resilient member. The first and second connecting tabs of the frame are connected with the coupling segments and the connecting projections of the mounting support individually.

Abstract: The methods and apparatus taught herein provide an elongated spine support member integrated into or attached to a chair for providing improved back support. According to one embodiment of a chair, the chair comprises a seat, back and elongated spine support member. The back includes inner and outer sections. The inner section is spaced inwardly from opposite sides of the back and extends generally vertically through a substantial portion of the height of the back. The outer section extends along opposite sides of the inner section. The elongated spine support member is generally vertically extending and forms a part of the inner section of the back. The elongated spine support member is configured to engage and support at least two of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions of the vertebral column of a person seated in the chair.

Abstract: An article of manufacture, comprising: a thoracic support; and means for maintaining the thoracic support on a chair. The invention of the present application trains the user to properly align the thoracic area of the spine.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to an adjustably extendable seat back for a car seat, that optionally folds compactly for easy transportation.

Abstract: A device for supporting a person in a sitting position has a substantially horizontally extending supporting element placeable on a supporting surface substantially at a level of a person's pelvis when the person is in a sitting position, and two substantially vertically extending elements each having a lower end connected with the horizontally extending supporting element and an upper end extendable to an area of person's armpits so that the upper ends of the substantially vertically extending elements are placeable under the person's armpits.

Abstract: A support apparatus for use with a seat that supports the user's head, neck, or back, and provides an area for the user to rest an infant while nursing. The support apparatus is used with a backrest of a seat having an upper end, a rear face and a front face. The support apparatus has a pillow body with first and second sides and an outer circumference between them, a skirt portion with a first end attached to the outer circumference of the cylindrical pillow body and a second free end, and a friction portion located on the skirt portion that prevents the pillow body from sliding down the front face of the seat.

Abstract: Ergonomic systems and devices are disclosed. In accordance with the embodiments of the invention, a system or device includes a traction surface that provides traction and/or support through contact with a portion of a user's body. For example, an ergonomic system includes a backrest cushion. The backrest cushion has a traction surface with a plurality of protruding traction pads for resting against a user's back and pulling along the user's back. The traction pads help stretch or decompress the user's spine through contact at multiple positions on the back and flanking the spine. In alternative embodiments of the invention, a chair, resting table, bed or other article of furniture includes one or more traction surfaces that provide traction through contact with one or more corresponding portions of a user's body.

Abstract: A vehicle seat, seat shell, suspension, and bolster therefor. Where a bolster is used, the bolster has a positive lock when in an elevated configuration. The suspension includes at least one beam spring that extends across a seat pan. In one preferred embodiment, a pair of such springs is carried by the pan. The springs preferably differ in compliance from one another and from a mesh load supporting grid that is connected to each spring. One such arrangement produces a suspension of progressive construction that enables the seat to handle a wide range of shocks, bumps, jolts, and vibration of varying frequencies and magnitudes. In one preferred embodiment, the seat includes a movable bolster movably attached to either the seat or shell. In a preferred embodiment, the bolster travels along a parabolic path when moved between its down and up positions.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a fastening bracket for use in a children's chair (1) with a seat plate (2), wherein the seat plate has a vertical opening, characterized in that it comprises: a frame piece (10) comprising a vertical first opening (11), for placement on the underside of the seat plate (2), a lining clips (20) comprising two parallel vertical locking pegs (21) for introduction into the opening in the seat plate (2) from above, wherein the locking pegs (21) are connected together in a first end by a flange (22) and each locking tap having a horizontal pin hole (24) in the other end, wherein the flange (22) has a horizontal extent which is larger than the opening area of the opening in the seat plate (2) and comprising a through going vertical inner opening (25) between the locking pegs (21), and a locking pin (30) comprising at least two parallel arms (31) for introduction into the pin holes (24) in the lining clips (20), wherein the arms (31) are connected together with the pin cross piece (32).

Abstract: An orthopedic back support for displacing a person's weight from the lower area of the spine by providing support for the upper torso and for use with a chair or seat having a seat base and a seat back. A flexible fabric cross piece is connected between vertical members to provide back support. The cross piece may include vertical channels or sleeves at opposite sides to receive and support the vertical members. A flexible strap is connected to the fabric or the vertical members and adapted to be positioned behind a seat or a head rest. The entire unit is portable or may be fabricated as part of a seat.

Abstract: A seat device for a chair having a lumbar support or a seatback is provided. A lower portion of the lumbar support (or seatback) is formed as a shaft having an external teeth portion for positioning pin lugs of a base and fixed blocks. A movable block is joined with one of the fixed blocks. An elastic member is positioned between inner holes of the external teeth portion and an internal teeth portion of the movable block. The fixed blocks are secured by outer covers. A lifter is pivoted to the outer cover secured with the movable block. The lumbar support (or seatback) is separated into a plate including a ladder-type groove and sliders and a pad jointed with a board on the back having a latch member and sliding grooves. A pull bar extends from the board. The angle and height adjustable lumbar support (or seatback) is therefore achieved.

Abstract: A vehicle seat, comprising an upholstered seat surface and an upholstered backrest, whereby the backrest may be folded forward about a first horizontal pivoting axis. A backrest element is integrated close to the front side of the upholstered backrest, which may be pivoted in the backrest about a second horizontal pivoting axis, which, in side view, is higher than the first horizontal pivoting axis. The backrest element is curved in the region of the second horizontal pivoting axis, such that an upper backrest piece is formed above the second horizontal pivoting axis and a lower backrest piece is formed below the second horizontal pivoting axis, which are inclined towards each other in the direction of the front side of the backrest.

Abstract: An orthopedic back support for displacing a person's weight from the lower area of the spine by providing support for the upper torso and for use with a chair or seat having a seat base and a seat back. A flexible fabric cross piece is connected between vertical members to provide back support. The cross piece may include vertical channels or sleeves at opposite sides to receive and support the vertical members. A flexible strap is connected to the fabric or the vertical members and adapted to be positioned behind a seat or a head rest. The entire unit is portable or may be fabricated as part of a seat.

Abstract: Provided is a chair comprising a seat; a backrest; a first armrest; a second armrest; a seat support structure; and a support structure for supporting the lower back of a seated person; wherein the support structure is directly mechanically-connected to the first armrest and the second armrest; and the support structure is not directly mechanically-connected to either the backrest or the seat. Additionally, provided are methods for supporting the lower back of a seated person in the need of such supporting comprising providing to the person a chair as described above.

Abstract: A chair mechanism for an ergonomically adjustable, reclinable chair includes a frame and profile bands mounted to the frame. The profile bands are flexible and are configured to define a forwardly projecting lumbar region, the degree of forward projection of the lumbar region being variable in response to the position and movement of the chair seat. A flexible back support surface is carried by and spans the region between the profile bands. The shape and contour of the back surface is controlled by the shape of the profile bands. The chair mechanism enables the user to shift easily between upright and reclining positions without requiring the use of heavy springs or complex linkages.

Abstract: A device for supporting a person in a sitting position has a substantially horizontally extending supporting element placeable on a supporting surface substantially at a level of a person's pelvis when the person is in a sitting position, and two substantially vertically extending elements each having a lower end connected with the horizontally extending supporting element and an upper end extendable to an area of person's armpits so that the upper ends of the substantially vertically extending elements are placeable under the person's armpits.

Abstract: A seat back adjustment device that has a cushion (2) which is vertically positioned against a seat backrest (6) of a golf cart (1). A strap with a distal end (7) is attached to a top (14) of the cushion and extends over the backrest and is secured at its distal end (4) to a vehicle by grommet (9) and anchor (5) or around the backrest to a bottom (15) of the cushion (2). A buckle (3) inserted in the strap allows for adjusting the length of the strap or for removing the cushion (2) when it is not needed.

Abstract: This invention teaches a chair comprising a seat; a backrest; a first armrest; a second armrest; a seat support structure; means for supporting the lower back of a seated person; a first slider; a second slider; a first slideway having a plurality of cavities; and a second slideway having a plurality of cavities, wherein the first slider and the second slider are disposed at two opposite ends of the means for supporting the lower back of a seated person; the first slideway is cooperating with the first slider and is connected to the first armrest; and the second slideway is cooperating with the second slider and is connected to the second armrest.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a child car seat, composed of a) a seat shell, comprising a bottom sitting region with at least one bottom stand surface to be stood on a seat of a vehicle, a backrest region extending upwardly from the sitting region and having at least one outer surface to be leaned against the backrest of the vehicle seat, and lateral surfaces, for example lateral armrests, shoulder supports and/or head supports, for limiting the lateral range of movement of a child, at least that portion of the backrest region that comprises a rear leaning surface being rigidly connected to the sitting region comprising a bottom stand surface, and b) a rather two-dimensional seat element, comprising a sitting surface and/or backrest that is/are disposed on the inner side, turned toward the child, of the seat shell and is/are adjustable with respect thereto in terms of inclination and position and is/are lockable in a plurality of different inclinations and/or positions by means of a manually operable device o

Abstract: A compact free-standing reclining bed lounge, expanding a product line marketed under BedLounge®, is made with a removable fabric slip-cover enclosing foam and fiber padding covering a basic seat structure formed from air-core plastic sheet material utilizing “living” hinges and reinforced by fabric webbing. The lounge is portable, sturdy, light-weight and free-standing, requiring no external support such as a headboard or wall, and provides reclining capability over a wide range, easily adjustable by a user while seated. A cam-lever gripping mechanism, in a slidable assembly on a pair of rear support columns, normally holds the lounge fixed at the previously selected inclination. To readjust the inclination, the user, by pulling a control strap, temporarily releases the gripping and allows the inclination to be readjusted by shifting of the user's body position and weight.

Abstract: A back and internal organ supportive belt that can be installed in a chair or a seat, including the driver's seat of a vehicle or the operator's seat of a piece of equipment, to provide support to internal organs, and to the musculoskeletal system of the driver or operator. The back and internal organ supportive belt includes an inelastic support structure with upper and lower sections; belts and straps for fastening the belt to a seat, and for strapping the driver/operator into the supportive belt; vertically extendable foam lordotic support pads; an inflatable bladder for applying vertical extension and lumbar vertebrae distraction; and a pad for providing heat and/or vibration for the driver's or operator's further comfort.

Abstract: A light-weight portable vertebrae decompression support device comprising a pair of arm rests with selectively adjustable members connecting the arm rests and a base member. The base member is adapted to rest on a seat. The selective adjustment raises and lowers the height of the arm rests with respect to the base. The support device provides arm support sufficient to decompress the vertebrae and aids persons recovering from back surgery or those with chronic back problems. The support device can be made adjustable to fit different girth persons.