Abstract: To provide a physical training device which enables walking exercise in safe environment in an unstrained posture, inclined plates 2 are made to span a floor and a base 1, steps 3 formed with an unevenness on the surface are installed on the inclined plates 2 at predetermined intervals and rails 4 are installed on the sides of the inclined plates 2 wherein projections may also be provided on rails 4.

Abstract: A fold-up treadmill apparatus for in-place walking, jogging, and running exercise is provided. The treadmill apparatus includes a base assembly and a treadmill assembly. The treadmill assembly has a forward end and a rearward end. According to the presently most preferred embodiment, the forward portion of the treadmill assembly is pivotally mounted to the base assembly and the rearward end is free. The treadmill assembly includes a means for raising and lowering the forward end of the treadmill assembly, whereby the incline of the treadmill assembly can be adjusted between about zero degrees to the horizontal and about fifteen degrees to the horizontal when the rearward end of the treadmill assembly is supported on a floor.

Abstract: A spring-actuated, portable weight training device. The spring-actuated, portable weight training device includes a first compression assembly comprising a first compression spring, a second compression assembly comprising a second compression spring, an extension assembly for receiving the first and second compression assemblies, means for removably affixing the compression assemblies to the extension assembly, and means for compressing the first and second compression assemblies over the extension assembly, which compression assembly compression means preferably comprises either a pair of abdominal adapters or a pair of forearm securing elements or a pair of thigh adapters pivotably attached to the compression assemblies.

Abstract: Treadmill apparatus includes an up-right support, a track bed, and a bench which may be attached to or folded down from the underside of the treadmill. The treadmill apparatus may further include exercise bands that may be mounted to the underside of the treadmill or to the support.

Abstract: A myringotomy tube with a axial lumen is constructed with an integral cutting tang extending axially from the flange of the grommet for incising the tympanic membrane without the necessity of a scalpel. A disposable inserter is optionally included that frictionally fits the myringotomy tube to the inserter and includes a handle with an ejector mechanism for releasing the myringotomy tube after it is implanted. The handle is injection molded and inexpensive to fabricate so that the inserter is disposable. The method of construction includes the sequence of assembly to allow the grommet to be releasably affixed to the inserter. The surgical method of use of the inserter and grommet allows the grommet to be implanted in a single step eliminating the necessity of a separate incision.

Abstract: A muscle exerciser for exercising abdominal and lower back muscles. The exerciser comprising a rigid body (1) consisting of a leg support (2) and a loop support (3). The resilient loop of material (6) is releasably attached to the loop support (3). The exerciser can be used with the leg support (2) behind the upper thighs of a user and the loop of material (6) behind the neck to exercise abdominal muscle groups, or can be used with the leg support beneath the feet, and the loop being gripped above the thighs to exercise the lower back muscle groups.

Abstract: A needle and a membrane to receive fluid from the needle. The needle deposits fluid in a transfer area of the membrane which is spaced from a test area of the membrane. At the transfer area, the needle is positioned with an axis of the needle orthogonal to the transfer area.

Abstract: The present invention improves on prior art abdominal exercisers with horizontally slidable members by providing a large contact area for a subject's abdomen that maximizes the size of the abdominal region that is exercised and increases user comfort compared to prior art devices. In the preferred embodiment, the contact device comprises a substantially convex shape with respect to the vertical dimension of a subject's abdomen, a substantially flat shape with respect to the horizontal dimension of a subject's abdomen, and an outline that is shaped like a disk with a flattened top and bottom, thereby engaging a larger abdominal area than prior art devices. A vertical channel and two horizontal channels divide the device into six sections that make separate contact with a subject's abdomen. In a preferred embodiment, the individual sections have padded surfaces to increase user comfort.

Abstract: A device and methodology for controlling a treadmill motor (32) enhances user safety by providing an automatic shutoff of all power to the motor (32) under prescribed conditions. The treadmill motor (32) drives a belt (18) in response to a sequence of electrical signals being generated by the user through a control panel (14), for example. If there is a delay between the required signals that exceeds a preselected time period, all power is shut off to the motor (32) until the proper sequence of signals is restarted. In one embodiment, the treadmill running surface (18) is foldable from a use position (86) into a storage position (88). This invention prevents the motor (32) from being powered unless the belt (18) is in the use position.

Abstract: A portable arm and leg exerciser (10) has a board (12) having a board upper end (12U) and a board bottom end (12B). The board (12) has at least one opening positioned in the board upper end (12U). The arm and leg exerciser (10) further has an exerciser (14) which comprises at least one exerciser elastic member (14A) securely fastened on one distal end through the at least one opening to the board (12). The exerciser (14) further comprises an exerciser grip (14B, 14C) fastened to the opposite end of the at least one exerciser elastic member (14A). A user (16) inserts the board bottom end (12B) of the board (12) between a bed mattress (18A) and a bed box spring (18B) of a bed (18). To exercise a user's arm and upper body (16A), the user (16) sits on the bed mattress (18A) over the board (12) and securely holds an exerciser hand grip (14C) moving in an upward direction to tension the exerciser elastic member (14A) and moving in a downward direction to release tension from the exerciser elastic member (14A).

Abstract: A body exercise device that attaches to an exerciser and includes right and left members, right and left shoulder engaging apparatus, right and left knee engaging apparatus, right and left foot engaging apparatus, and right and left sole assemblies. The right and left members are elastic, elongated, slender, and formed as closed loops, and vertically encircle the right and left sides of the exerciser. The right and left shoulder engaging apparatus selectively maintains the right and left members against the right and left shoulders of the exerciser. The right and left waist engaging apparatus are capable of maintaining the right and left member against the exerciser's waist on both his front and back sides. The right and left knee engaging apparatus selectively maintain the right and left members against the right and left knees of the exerciser.

Abstract: An orthopedic gripping device permits therapeutic treatment of the user's hand. The device comprises a generally oblong body having a circular transverse section, the body having a first end and a second end and extending continuously in a smooth curve between the two ends. A plurality of flat extensions are integrally formed on and extend outwardly from the body, spacedly from and parallel in relation to each other. The device is placed in the user's hand with the plurality of extensions protruding outwardly between the user's fingers and the body portion of the device is held cradle in the palm of the user's hand and a preselected portion of the user's hand is moved in relation to the device in order to therapeutically treat a particular predetermined finger or other portion of the hand.

Abstract: An arm/shoulder exercise walking vest (10) comprising a belt (12) worn about a waist (14) of a person (16). A pair of shoulder straps (18) are secured to the belt (12) and worn on a torso (20) of the person (16). A plurality of rings (22) are provided. A structure (24) is for affixing the rings (22) in spaced apart relationships to the shoulder straps (18) and the belt (12). A plurality of elastic bands (26) of varying resistances are also provided. A facility (28) is for attaching in a removable manner a first end (30) of one elastic band (26) to one of the rings (22). The elastic band (26) can be pulled through any other of the rings (22) and grasped at a second end (32) by a hand (34) to be used by the person (16) for exercising an arm/shoulder (36) while walking.

Abstract: An aquatic exercise device includes two substantially identical flexible sheets of gas impermeable material. The sheets are sealed together to form at least two separate variably inflatable chambers having a safety valve disposed in each chamber to inflate, deflate or close the chamber. Four different embodiments of the aquatic exercise device, a cuff, a belt, a head gear and a flex device, may be used together or separately. The inflatable chambers of the aquatic exercise devices are adjusted individually to place substantially all patients in the optimal biomechanical positions while simultaneously preventing the undesirable migration of the device with respect to the body.

Abstract: A palm muscle exerciser device including elliptical body constructed of a sheet of resilient flexible material. The body has a pair of end edges that fixedly attached when the material is wound around. The elliptical body has a length for extending substantially completely across the width of a palm of a hand of a user. The elliptical body has a pair of opposing end openings for allowing entry into the hollow interior thereof. A generally cylindrical tube member is sized for positioning within the elliptical body. The tube member has a plurality of air release openings therein. Lastly a rod is sized for placement within the tube member and attached to the second end of the first and second members of the tube member.

Abstract: Stationary swimming exercises are conducted with a lightweight, compact and portable apparatus which includes a manually collapsible bag formed of flexible sheet material for containing a volume of water, and a tether line which has a rear portion connected to the bag and a forward portion which is connectable to a swimmer. To facilitate filling and draining, the bag has an elongated opening provided with an elongated closing member. According to the method, the bag is filled with pool water by a swimmer standing in the pool, the bag opening is closed, the bag is heaved onto the pool deck, the tether line is connected to the bag and the swimmer, and the swimmer conducts his or her stationary swimming exercises. After exercising, the bag is opened, drained and collapsed to form a lightweight, compact and portable unit.

Abstract: The invention targets at providing a foldable structure for a conventional exercise treadmill, especially for a exercise treadmill that has a motor mounted in the front and fixed type armrests. According to the invention the main frame of the exercise treadmill is provided at the front end with a U-shaped base to which armrests are attached. Further, a pressure rod and a telescopic support tube are disposed on two sides of the U-shaped base and the main frame. To fold the exercise treadmill, users lift the rear end of the main frame to a predetermined inclination and then by means of the release of the pressure energy of the pressure rod the main frame will automatically move to an upright folded position juxtaposed with the armrests. Hence the exercise treadmill structure of the invention can reduce the space it occupies when not in use for convenience in storage or delivery. Furthermore, the spread structure can be firmly fixed by a movable steel ball of the support tube.

Abstract: An aerobic bouncing chair and chair frame exercise equipment for performing a variety of aerobic, body strengthing, stretching and lymphatic circulation exercises. The exercise equipment includes a chair frame having a first side frame, a second side frame and a "C" shaped rear frame. The "C" shaped rear frame fits inside and is secured to the top of the first and second side frames for holding the entire chair frame in place. A seat with a back support includes four support straps with four suspension rings attached to the ends of the straps. The four suspension rings are attached to one end of four coil springs. An opposite end of the coil springs is attached to the chair frame. Two of the coil springs are secured to the rear frame and the other two coil springs are secured to the front of the first and second side frame. The four support straps are adjustable for people of different heights and weights.

Abstract: A flexible resistance exerciser is provided which includes a stretchable member having fixable portions and at least one indicator positioned at a preselected location on the stretchable member visible to a user of the exercise equipment and identifying to the user a desirable location on the stretchable member, a relative degree of resistance provided by the stretchable member, fatigue of the stretchable member or any combination thereof. The indicator may take the form of a contrasting colored area, lines, symbols, words and the indicator may change configuration as the stretchable member is stretched.

Abstract: An exercise desk enables a user to exercise on an exercise device while carrying out unrelated activities, such as working, by providing a work surface for supporting articles used in such activities. The exercise desk serves as an enclosure for storing the exercise device out of sight when it is not in use and has the look and finish of fine furniture. Additionally, the exercise desk can serve as an upright desk when the user is not exercising. Another embodiment of the exercise desk is usable as a low table or bench when the exercise device is not in use. A top of the exercise desk can be locked in the closed position to prevent opening desk doors that provide access to the interior, and thus preclude unauthorized use of the exercise device stored within.