Abstract: Provided are modular mobility systems that can be used as gait trainers, wheelchairs, and/or standing aids. Modular mobility systems provided comprise a mobility base, a gait trainer module, a wheelchair module, and/or a standing aid module. Modular mobility systems provided herein are designed to adjust to users of different sizes and of different abilities and/or needs.

Abstract: An ergonomic walking assistance device is disclosed. The walking assistance device includes a pair of front struts. Each of the front struts include a leg and an angled section. Each of the legs support a footing device in contact with the ground. The device includes a pair of rear struts. Each of the rear struts include a leg and a cylindrical section. Each of the leg support a footing device in contact with the ground. A pair of side supports are provided that each connecting the front struts to the rear struts. A U-shaped lateral section connects the forward struts with the rear struts. The lateral section includes a pair of arm members extending on each side of the user. A frame is defined by the lateral section and forward and rear struts, allowing access between the forward struts for a user of the device.

Abstract: Embodiments herein are directed to systems and methods of a wheelchair that includes a frame and a pair of armrests. The pair of armrests includes an arm pad, a sleeve configured to store a plurality of telescoping segments, and a pivot portion positioned between the arm pad and the sleeve. The plurality of telescoping segments is configured to extend in a system vertical direction. The pair of armrests is releasably coupled to the frame at the sleeve via a release mechanism. The pair of armrests is pivotable between a first position and a second position wherein when in the first position the pair of armrests is in an armrest position and in the second position the pair of armrests is pivoted in the system vertical direction such that the pair of armrests is a pair of crutches independently operable from the wheelchair.

Abstract: An infant highchair includes a standing frame, a seat and a locking mechanism. The seat is pivotally connected with the standing frame and has a seating surface, the seat being rotatable between a first and a second position, and the locking mechanism being operable to lock the seat in the first and second position. The first position allows a child to sit in contact with the seating surface, and the second position is suitable to receive installation of a removable child seat over the seat while disabling seating of a child on the seating surface.

Abstract: An upper body support assembly for use with an associated railed device having first and second rails is disclosed. The assembly includes first and second upper body supports capable of moving along the first and second rails, respectively. The upper body supports have at least one of: (i) first and second forearm supports, (ii) first and second hand grips, or (iii) a first forearm support and a first hand grip. An interconnecting member extends between and selectively connects both the first and second upper body supports to permit (i) interrelated movement therebetween when connected, and (ii) independent movement therebetween when disconnected. The assembly can achieve two point gait, three point gait, and four point gait movement.

Abstract: An upright extension for personal walkers for supporting users of personal walkers in an upright position includes a cross-member. The cross-member is removably coupled to a cross-brace of a walker. The cross-member has a first end and a second end orientated opposite each other. A coupler removably couples the cross-member to the cross-brace. A pair of lateral members extends rearwardly from each of a one of the first and second ends. Each of the pair of lateral members has a support attached to a distal end with regard to the cross-member. Each of the supports extends outwardly away from the pair of lateral members. Each of a pair of vertical members extends upwardly from a one of the lateral members adjacent to a one of the first and second ends. Each of the pair of vertical members has a grip and an armrest extending rearwardly.

Abstract: A walker assist device has first and second U-shaped lateral frames with cross bars extending between the frames and through a knee rest control unit. A knee rest is rotatably mounted to the knee rest control unit and is laterally slidable along the cross bars to adjust its position on the cross bars. The knee rest can also be adjusted vertically in relation to the lateral frames for the comfort of the user.

Abstract: A therapeutic mobility assistive device provides safe, stable ambulatory activity while reducing lower extremity swelling and improving muscle strength, balance, muscle coordination, nerve function and circulation, walking ability, walking endurance and gait training, all at the user's pace. The device is simple to use and flexible in design to accommodate varying body sizes. Whether in closed or first and second open positions via telescoping portions, the device prevents risk of fall and instability issues during periods of rest and ambulatory activity.

Abstract: A walker frame is provided which has a generally open space frame and has handle portions that are cantilevered.

Abstract: A walker seat may include a seat bottom and a support structure. The seat bottom may include an anterior region, a posterior region, an upper side, and a lower side. The lower side may include a central segment retention portion. The support structure may include a central segment, a left-side segment, and a right-side segment. The central segment may be retained by the central segment retention portion. The left-side segment may be extendable from a left side of the central segment, whereby the left-side segment extends beyond a left side of the seat bottom. Similarly, the right-side segment may be extendable from a right side of the central segment, whereby the right-side segment extends beyond a right side of the seat bottom.

Abstract: A folding chair includes a frame, a seat bottom coupled to the frame, and legs for supporting the seat bottom in a horizontal position relative to the frame. The frame is formed to include a seat back.

Abstract: A baby walker includes a lower frame and an upper frame mounted onto the lower frame via a folding device, wherein the upper frame is provided to load the body weight of the user. The lower frame has multiple roller assemblies universally mounted on a bottom thereof and two parallel foldable rocking devices mounted on the bottom of the lower frame. Each rocking device includes a first seat and a second seat respectively securely mounted on the bottom of the lower frame. A rocking plate has two opposite ends respectively pivotally mounted into a corresponding one of the first seat and the second seat. The rocking plate has a straight side and a corresponding curved side. The first seat holds the rocking plate in place when the rocking is vertical and horizontal relative to the supporting face of the baby walker.

Abstract: A safety walker includes a pair of side members, arms and spring loaded pins engaging the arms so as to allow movement of the side members between an operative position, wherein the side members are disposed in a spaced apart generally parallel relationship with each other and a generally folded position, wherein the side members are generally juxtaposed in a generally planar relationship with and in close proximity to each other. There is also a seat that is configured for movement between a stored position wherein the seat is disposed generally parallel to a rear leg of one of the pair of the side members and a second position wherein the seat is disposed generally horizontally across a space between rear legs of the pair of the side members. The safety walker is also configured for supporting various medical devices often connected to the user.

Abstract: A cable actuator includes a housing and a cam disposed in the housing. The cam includes a first cable retaining portion and a second cable retaining portion. The cam is movable between a first position in which the first cable retaining portion is in an actuated position and the second cable retaining portion is in a return position, and a second position in which the first cable retaining portion is in a return position and the second cable retaining portion is in an actuated position.

Abstract: There is provided a walker apparatus having a pair of upright, spaced-apart elongate members. Each elongate member includes an upper end for placing one's hands and a lower end spaced-apart from the upper end. A first pair of ground-engaging wheels are rotatably mounted to the elongate members at the lower ends. The apparatus includes a pair of support members that are spaced-apart and arc-shaped. The support members align respectively with and extend from the elongate members to distal ends of the support members. The support members have apexes extending towards the upper ends of the elongate members. A second pair of ground-engaging wheels operatively connect to the distal ends of the support members. The apparatus includes a seat for resting connecting to the apexes of the support members, the support members thereby supporting the seat.

Abstract: An infant support structure includes a frame member defining a central area, a seat disposed in the central area and coupled to the frame member, and a leg member pivotally coupled to the frame member and movable between a deployed position extending outwardly from the frame member and a folded position adjacent the frame member. A support member has a first end movably coupled to the frame member and an opposite second end pivotally and slidably coupled to the leg member. The second end is slidable along the leg member as the leg member is moved between the deployed position and the folded position.

Abstract: A child walker is provided that includes a frame having a plurality of wheels. The walker includes a handle that is positionable in a first position and a second position. A seat is attached to the frame when the handle is in the first position. When the handle is in the second position, it is positioned to be gripped by a standing child.

Abstract: An expandable ambulatory walking device and method of use are disclosed. In one form, an ambulatory walking device includes an elongated member having a first end and a second end and a rubber contact material coupled to the first end. The device further includes an expandable handle coupled a second end of the elongated member and operable to be provided in a collapsed state providing a handle. The expandable handle is also operable to be provided in an expanded state to provide a seat for the user.

Abstract: A child's walker includes a pair of oppositely spaced A-frames provided with wheels conjoined to a lower portion thereof. Each A-frame has an apex centrally positioned above the wheels and pivotal about the apexes. A semi-spherical seat section is nested intermediate of the A-frames and includes an anchor bracket conjoined to an anterior surface thereof for maintaining the seat section at a stable position. The seat section has a pair of spaced openings for receiving the child's legs therethrough, and is formed from flexible, padded material. Such a seat section is adjustably pivotal about a horizontal fulcrum axis passing through the A-frame apexes. A tray is mateable to the anchor bracket and protrudes horizontally from the seat section. The tray is disengageable from the anchor bracket for assisting a caregiver to fold the walker to a compact shape during transport.

Abstract: A wheeled car seat sized to hold an infant or young toddler in the seat of an automobile that can also be converted to a wheeled stroller is disclosed herein. The wheeled car seat is made from materials to protect the occupant while at the same time keeping the weight of the wheeled car seat to a minimum. When removing the wheeled car seat from an automobile, the user need not remove the child passenger while the user converts the wheeled car to a stroller, but instead only need lift the car seat above the ground and allow a pivotal chassis to swing open and expose wheels to the ground. When the wheeled car seat is configured as a car seat, the wheels are enclosed to prevent dirt from getting on the upholstery of the automobile.

Abstract: A sitting and standing assisting apparatus is described in which a platform has a front edge and opposed side edges joined to the front edge. An assist frame is mounted to the platform with an upright leg part adjacent each side edge. The upright leg parts are spaced forwardly of the front edge. The upright leg parts include upper ends with hand grips that are elevationally adjustable. The assist frames are adjustable toward and away from the side edges.

Abstract: A wheeled walker having a moveable carry basket. The walker has a carry basket mounted between the front leg members. The mounting arrangement permits the basket to be moved between a first position in which the basket projects forward of the front leg members for ease of loading and unloading and a second position in which the basket is displaced substantially rearward of the front leg members under the seating surface.

Abstract: A portable collapsible seating apparatus for attachment between lateral support members having a mechanism for seating, the seating mechanism having a plurality of elongate longitudinal straps, each of the longitudinal straps having respective ends, and a plurality of transverse stays, each of the transverse stays extending approximately perpendicular to the longitudinal straps and each transverse stray attached to each longitudinal strap so as to allow the longitudinal straps to separate by selected distance; a pair of mechanisms for end spreading, each of the end spreader mechanism attached to a respective end of each of the longitudinal straps, each end spreader means having a rigid transverse holder for holding and aligning the ends of the longitudinal straps, each transverse holder having ends; and a pair of mechanisms for attachment each attachment mechanisms attached to a respective end spreader mechanisms, each attachment mechanism attached to each end of a respective transverse holder and having a st

Abstract: An orthopedic walker having a rear crossbar which is pivotally mounted to two side frames allowing for sequential movement of one side frame forward relative to the other to facilitate walking. A pair of wrist guards are positioned at the top of each frame and the frames provide a smooth transitioning of a number of handholds to aid in standing from a seated position. A pair of climbing members are also positioned on ribs along a left side frame and a right side frame.

Abstract: A seated walker has a frame that includes pair of inverted U-shaped side members and a cross bar. A seat is pivotally affixed to the frame and is movable between an upper position where the seat is generally vertical and out of the way of the user and a lower position where the seat is generally horizontal and can be utilized by the user to sit down. An elastic cord is affixed to the frame of the seated walker and encircles the seat so that the seat is biased toward its upper position. By use of the elastic cord, a user can disable the biasing function by hand to remove the elastic cord from encircling the seat and, engage the biasing. Thus, the user can use or not use the biasing function as desired. As a further feature, the seat can be pivotally affixed to a front cross bar and is supported by a pair of generally L-shaped members extending outwardly from the underside of the seat and which rest upon pair of side braces that are positioned lower on the frame than the front cross bar.

Abstract: An attachment for a walker which may be used as a seat and has a convenient storage pouch. The attachment is formed from a single sheet of fabric having a pair of pockets formed at each of the opposing ends. A first one of the pockets conforms to the shape of the top ends of opposing horizontal support members of the walkers and is adapted to fit over the support members and function as the attachment means to the walker. The seat is formed by extending the fabric across the space between the horizontal support members and sliding the first pair of pockets downwardly over the top ends of the opposing horizontal support members until the support members are firmly embedded therein. The weight of the user is distributed over the entire seam eliminating relatively small stress points. A second one of the pockets functions solely as a storage means and has a zippered closure. An integral attachment means is provided for attaching the seat/storage pouch when the walker is in use.

Abstract: A integral carry-on child safety seat and stroller. The safety seat includes a base frame having wheels which is supported by collapsible folding members which may be nested in the housing of the safety seat for use in a vehicle whereby the base frame and wheels are expandable upon removal from the vehicle to form a stroller.

Abstract: A walker for assistant people ambulating, particularly on stairs climbing, is a free standing frame comprising a pair of reverse U-shaped frame members that are interconnected by braces at its sides and front, having the walker open on its rear side to allow access by the user. The horizontal parts of the U-shaped members provide handles for gripping the walker. A pair of adjustable front legs are telescopically inserted in the frame and are held in fixed position relative to the frame by a spring lorded pin mounted on the frame passes through the hole on the frame and the front leg. In one embodiment, hand actuated controls mounted on the handles allow the user to pull the pin out of the holes whereby the front legs extend by falling under the force of gravity to the desired length where the pin re-locking the front legs.

Abstract: A walker having an expandable seat adapted to accommodate users of varying body sizes to enter the walker and get in and out of the seat. The walker comprises a front cross bar having two tubular ends, and two side frames rotatably connected to each of the tubular ends of the front cross bar, so that the side frames can be rotated inward and outward with respect to the front cross bar. A telescopic upper crossbar is mounted between the side frames at the upper horizontal tubing for limiting the angular movement of the side frames when a desired position has been selected. The expandable seat includes a tubular rear end, to which a pair of seat support rods are slidably mounted. A bracket is rotatably attached to each of the sliding rods for engaging the side braces of the side frame when the seat is folded down in the horizontal position.

Abstract: A foldable seat for a foldable invalid walker where the seat folds flush against the side of the walker when the user is not using the seat.

Abstract: A collapsible walker that includes a front frame, a pair of side frames, and a pair of levers. The front frame has a pair of skewed surfaces. The pair of side frames are hingedly attached to the front frame and are parallel thereto when the collapsible walker is in the closed position and are perpendicular thereto when the collapsible walker is in the open position. The pair of side frames have notches therein with skewed surfaces, with the pair of skewed surfaces of the front frame being vertically movable in the notches. The skewed surfaces of the pair of side frames move relative to the pair of skewed surfaces of the front frame as the collapsible walker is achieving the open position, until such time as it achieves the open position in which the pair of skewed surfaces of the front frame and drop down in the notches and mate with, and abut against, the skewed surfaces therein so as to prevent relative rotation therebetween and further rotation of the pair of side frames in both directions.

Abstract: A folding collapsible stand mounting structure including a pair of parallel locating plates raised from a bottom side of a wheel-equipped base frame of a baby walker within a bottom chamber, each locating plate having a first locating notch and a second locating notch, a screw tube raised from the base frame between the locating plates, an arched locating block fixedly secured to the screw tube by a screw, a stand pivoted to the locating plates of the base frame and secured in place by the arched locating block and turned between a first position in which the stand is received within the bottom chamber of the base frame, and a second position in which the stand is extended out of the base frame outside the bottom chamber for supporting the baby walker firmly on the ground, the stand having two locating rods which are forced into engagement with the first locating notches of the locating plates when the stand is turned to the second position, or the second locating notches of the locating plates when the stand

Abstract: A circular walker has a base seat, a plurality of support legs, and an annular holder. The base seat has a disk plate, an annular wall surrounding the disk plate, an annular flange formed on the annular wall, an annular slide rail formed in the base seat, and a plurality of annular positioning plates disposed on the disk plate. Each of the annular positioning plates defines a recess hole to receive a ball. The annular holder has a ring and a band connected to the ring. The plurality of support legs are connected to the ring and disposed beneath the ring. Each of the support legs has an annular recess to receive the annular flange, a hollow taper end to receive a bearing and a spherical body. The spherical body is inserted in the annular slide rail.

Abstract: A baby walker training vehicle is comprised of a seat secured elevated by a circumferential frame assembly which is supported on casters secured at predetermined positions thereunder. The frame assembly has a top, an intermediate and a lower rigid circumferential frame which are interconnected to one another. At least the intermediate or the lower rigid circumferential frame is supported in position by displaceable connection means. The lower rigid circumferential frame is provided with rubber arresting pads in a lower surface thereof and the entire lower frame becomes in arresting engagement with a floor surface when one of the casters is freed from support engagement with the floor surface on which the vehicle is propelled.

Abstract: A combination patient transporter and chair, comprising a base frame extending in a horizontal plane and having a front and rear portion. Wheels are mounted on the base, and a vertically adjustable first post is rigidly connected to the base frame, spaced from the rear portion and near the front portion. The first post includes mounting means spaced vertically from the base frame. A removable chair is provided having a backrest. The mounting means includes cantilevered connecting members mounting the chair in a cantilevered manner from the first post towards and over the rear portion. A vertically adjustable footrest means is provided over the base and is adjustable between an upper position and a lower position. A table platform is spaced forwardly and above the chair.

Abstract: A pivoting tray is provided for a walker. A pair of link arms disposed on each side of the tray provide for ease of movement between a first, operative position disposed between side frame assemblies of the walker, to a second, storage position generally vertically oriented in front of the walker. The mounting brackets are adapted for use with either a single actuator or dual release style of walker. Moreover, the mounting bracket is symmetrical for use on both the right-hand and left-hand sides of the walker, thereby reducing manufacturing costs and inventory.

Abstract: A positioning device for a baby walker includes two linking rods each rotatably mounted on a base portion of the baby walker. Two pairs of legs, each pair is fixedly mounted around first and second ends of a corresponding one of the two linking rods to rotate therewith. Two lug portions each are formed on one end portion of a corresponding one of two opposite sides of the base portion. Two adjusting knobs each have an insert rotatably received in a corresponding one of the two lug portions. A cavity is defined in the insert for fixedly receiving the second end of a corresponding one of the linking rods therein such that the adjusting knob, the linking rod and the associated two legs are rotated in concert with each other.

Abstract: A walker/vehicle for a child includes a U-shape chassis member which is movably supported on a plurality of wheels and a frame member including spaced, transversely extending, seat and handle bar portions and a pair of side connector portions extending therebetween. The frame member is adapted to be alternatively assembled with the chassis in a vertically extending first position in which the handle bar portion thereof provides a walker handle bar or a horizontally extending second position in which the seat portion thereof provides a vehicle seat.

Abstract: A walker or rollator has a first frame section (1) fitted with handles (6) and pivotally connected to a second frame section (2) such that the rollator can be collapsed. Stays (9, 11) extend between the frame sections (1, 2) and are pivotally secured in each respective frame section and which, in a locking position, maintain the rollator in the position of use. A seat surface (15) is, with a first edge portion, pivotally connected to a joint (13) which connects the stays (9, 11) to one another, and with a second edge portion supportable on support member (16) on the one stay (11) adjacent the joint connection (12) thereof with the frame section (1). The load of the user on the seat surface (15) influences the stays (9, 11) towards the locking position.

Abstract: An improved folding seat which can be attached to many different designs of walkers including rigid types and foldable walkers including a folding walker having a frame consisting of a left side A-frame and a right side A-frame with each side A-frame having a fixed vertically extending front leg, a folding vertically extending rear leg and a side brace connecting the front and rear legs and a cross brace for pivotally connecting the left side A-frame to the right side A-frame, in a manner that enables the side A-frames to be moved between closed and open positions; and a bifold seat panel for pivotal attachment to the frame means having two pivotally connected seat panels, a pair of articulated arms including arched cross rods connecting a right articulated arm to a left articulated arm having a combination handle and center cross rod extending between a first central pivot point and a central pivot point, support devices for supporting the seat means on the frame including back support clamping devices for p

Abstract: A device for supporting a person while standing or walking or sitting having a frame and a seat assembly. The frame supports the person while walking or standing while the seat assembly allows him to sit. The seat assembly is slidably attached to the frame between a raised position and a lowered position. The seat assembly is spring biased towards the raised position. The seat assembly moves from the raised position to the lowered position when the person sits down. The action of the spring biasing assists the person up as the person stands from the seat assembly. The seat assembly includes a main seat portion and a pivotal seat portion. The pivotal seat portion is collapsible from a supportive position where both seat portions provide support to the person and a stowed position where at least the collapsible portion of the seat is tucked away from the person while the person is walking.

Abstract: An improved walker in which a gate which is pivoted on one rear leg for movement from an open position to a closed position at which it engages a fitting carried by the other rear leg, supports a seat for pivotal movement from a raised inoperative position to a lowered operative position. An element operative in the lowered position of the seat prevents the gate from moving to an open position. Interengageable elements operative in the open position of the gate prevent the seat from being lowered.

Abstract: A patient conveyance device for transporting a patient between first and second locations. The patient conveyance device includes a frame having a first side, a second side, and a front joining the front ends of the first and second sides to one another; and patient seat structure for being supported by the frame and for supporting the patient in a seated position; the patient seat structure being movably attached to the frame for allowing the patient seat structure to be moved between an opened position for allowing the patient to sit down onto the patient seat structure from a first location and to transfer from the patient seat structure to a second location, and a closed position for allowing the patient to be easily transported by the patient conveyance device.

Abstract: An improved walker for a handicapped and convalescent person is provided and consists of a pivotally segmented top rail member, a pivotally segmented larger base member with a plurality of ground engaging casters, and a plurality of legs between the top rail member and the base member. The top rail member and the base member are locked after the person has entered the improved walker, so that the person can grip the top rail member for support and move the improved walker along the ground with the hands free. A seat, made of flexible material is attached to the top rail member to drape and pass between the legs of the person so that the person can sit thereon, while the larger base member will help keep stability thereto and prevent the improved walker from falling over.

Abstract: A height adjustment for infant walk support comprises a base mounted on casters, a table top having an opening surrounded with a perimeter and a pair of crossed bars each of which is pivoted at the middle. The crossed bars have respective ends articulated to respective ends of the base and the table top. The other respective ends of the crossed bars connected pivotally to the table top and the base through slider members including a bracket member in connection to the base an an adjustment control device in connection to the table top.

Abstract: This invention relates to a child walker-trainer. The walker-trainer consists of a frame preferably in the form of a push toy. At least three wheels are mounted to the frame. At least one of the wheels is mounted axially to the frame to form a rear wheel axis rearward of the other wheels. The invention preferably includes two rear wheels and two forward wheels. A handle attached to the frame extends upwardly and rearwardly of the rear wheel axis such that a downward force applied to the handle causes the walker-trainer to pivot along the rear wheel axis. The invention includes means for immobilizing the walker-trainer when a downward force is applied to the handle which causes the walker-trainer to pivot along the rear wheel axis. The immobilizing means preferably includes a flat, "U" shaped skid attached either to the frame or to the handle, such that it extends rearwardly of the rear wheel axis and is substantially parallel to and positioned slightly above the walking surface.

Abstract: A safety mobilizer walker is provided and consists of a curved arm member hinged at one end to a C-shaped rim member and can be secured at free end in a closed position to the rim member forming an O-shaped configuration. Four vertical support legs are spaced about and affixed to the rim member while four brace members are affixed diagonnally between the support legs to form two X-shaped frames for stabilizing the support legs. A wheel assembly is mounted to bottom of each support leg so that a disabled person can enter the rim member, close the arm member and be supported therein when moving about. A sling seat is also provided so that the disabled person can sit within the sling seat and be supported therein when moving about.

Abstract: A lifting system comprises a lifting apparatus utilized in cooperation with a conventional walker to lift a person from the floor who, due to age, disease or injury, is not able to lift themselves. The apparatus includes a crank mechanism removably supportable on the arms of the walker and a seat connected to the crank mechanism by a cord such that when the crank mechanism is rotated by a second person, the person to be lifted is raised.

Abstract: A walker with a retrofittable foldable sheet has at least one front leg and a plurality of rear legs. Clamps attach to each of the legs and a seat extends over and is supported by the clamps. A guide connects a portion of the seat to at least one of the front legs to allow the seat to be moved from an in-use position to a storage position against the front legs. The seat has a receptacle for each clamp when positioned for use and a receptacle for each front clamp and for the guide when in storage. Clips are used to hold the walker against the front legs of the walker.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination carrying pouch and seat for walkers. The inventive device includes a substantially rectangular piece of material having one end which may be securely fastened to front portions of the walker and having another end which may be releasably attached to either rear portions of the walker or front portions thereof. When the another end of the walker is attached to rear portions of the walker, the material is in an open configuration and may be used as a seat. When the another end is attached to front portions of the walker, the material is in a folded configuration rendering it usable as a carrying pouch.