Patents by Inventor James Dickey, Jr.

James Dickey, Jr. 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: 4735195
    Abstract: Electronic device which may be worn by a user while moving about. Senses muscle actions of lower leg by switch under foot and is capable of monitoring ankle motion. Signals to user when ankle flexing motion is not of sufficient amplitude or leg muscle action is not performed frequent enough to enhance the circulation of blood, which helps to prevent vascular stasis and dependent edema associated with prolong periods of sitting or standing without muscle activity. Signals to user when ankle flexing motion is not of sufficient amplitude or leg muscle action is not performed frequently enough to enhance the circulation of blood, which helps to prevent vascular stasis and dependent edema associated with prolonged periods of sitting or standing without muscle activity. One embodiment may be worn while standing or sitting in a vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 1986
    Date of Patent: April 5, 1988
    Inventors: Alvin S. Blum, James Dickey, Jr.