Patents by Inventor Lawrence W. Hertzler

Lawrence W. Hertzler 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).

  • Device for connecting an IV pole to a wheelchair
    Patent number: 5219139
    Abstract: A device for temporarily connecting an IV pole to a wheelchair to facilitate transportation of a patient receiving IV fluids. The device includes an articulated arm comprising first and second segments pivotally joined together, a mounting fixture for mounting the proximal end of the arm to the wheelchair, and a clamp on the distal end of the articulated arm for engaging the IV pole. The mounting fixture permits the arm to pivot about a horizontal axis in vertical plane extending generally rearwardly from the wheelchair, and permits the arm to rotate about its axis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 1992
    Date of Patent: June 15, 1993
    Assignee: Barnes Hospital
    Inventors: Lawrence W. Hertzler, Elmer L. Reed