Patents by Inventor Glenn Higa

Glenn Higa has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8418896
    Abstract: A sock donning apparatus operable to assist an individual with restricted mobility to apply a sock to their foot. The sock donning apparatus further includes a body having a central panel that is generally tapered in shape. The central panel has integrally formed therewith a first side panel and a second side panel. The first side panel and second side panel are integrally formed on opposing sides of the central panel. The body is manufactured from a pliable material that facilitates the movable connection between the central panel and the first side panel and second side panel. A cavity is formed to accommodate a human foot therein with the moving of the first side panel and the second side panel into their second positions. A retention mechanism is secured to the first side panel and is operable to releasably secure a portion of a sock. A pulling member is secure to the body providing a user interface to grasp the sock donning apparatus and utilize to apply a sock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Inventor: Glenn Higa