WRIST MOUNTED HAND SLING
A wrist mounted hand sling (1) having a wrist strap (2) that is worn around an individual's wrist and a sling strap (8) that is worn around the palm of a hand (20) between the thumb and forefinger. The sling strap is preferably loosely worn to allow objects attached to the sling strap to slide back and forth along the length of the sling strap, thereby keeping the objects from falling to the ground and in a position where the individual can easily grasp the objects if needed.
This invention relates to an aide for attaching objects to an individual's hand, and more particularly, to a wrist mounted hand sling that attaches to animal leashes and other objects.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTIONMany individuals suffer from arthritis, carpal tunnel and other afflictions that affect the motor function of their hands and fingers and/or the strength of their grip. This can cause a problem when carrying, holding and/or using various objects, such as shopping bags, purses, tools, canes and so forth. This can also cause a problem when performing other tasks, such as walking a dog.
All of these activities require an individual to maintain a constant grip on an object, which puts strain on the individual's hand and prevents the individual from using his or her hand and fingers for other activities, such as using a phone.
Therefore, a need exists for a wrist mounted hand sling that secures a leash or other object to an individual's hand and wrist, thereby relieving the strain on the individual's hand and fingers and leaving the individual's hand and fingers free for other tasks.
The relevant prior art includes the following references:
The primary object of the present invention is to provide a wrist mounted hand sling that secures a leash or other objects to an individual while leaving the individual's hand and fingers free for other tasks.
An additional object of the present invention is to provide a wrist mounted hand sling that relieves the strain on an individual's hand and fingers caused by carrying or holding onto an object.
An additional object of the present invention is to provide a wrist mounted hand sling that prevents an individual from dropping an object to the ground if his or her grip loosens on the object.
An additional object of the present invention is to provide a wrist mounted hand sling that keeps objects tethered to an individual.
The present invention fulfills the above and other objects by providing a wrist mounted hand sling having a wrist strap that is worn around an individual's wrist and a sling strap that is worn around the palm of a hand between the thumb and forefinger. The sling strap is preferably loosely worn to allow objects attached to the sling strap to slide back and forth along the length of the sling strap, thereby keeping the objects from falling and in a position where the individual can easily grasp the objects if needed.
This is especially useful when walking a dog. For example, a leash may be attached to the sling strap in a manner that allows the leash to slide forward and backward on the sling strap while the individual's arm swings naturally forward and backward while walking. This prevents unnecessary tension on the leash, which can cause a dog to tense up and pull unnecessarily on the leash. This also allows the individual to hold other objects such as a phone or hand weights, while still having control over the leash. The leash may also be used for other animals and children.
The present invention is also useful for carrying objects such as purses and shopping bags, canes, tools and so forth. In addition, the present invention may also be used for wheeled objects that are pulled by an individual, such as luggage, oxygen canisters and so forth.
The above and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention should become even more readily apparent to those skilled in the art upon a reading of the following detailed description in conjunction with the drawings wherein there is shown and described illustrative embodiments of the invention.
In the following detailed description, reference will be made to the attached drawings in which:
For purposes of describing the preferred embodiment, the terminology used in reference to the numbered components in the drawings is as follows:
1. wrist mounted hand sling, generally
2. wrist strap
3. attachment means
4. strap clip
5. slide
6. fixed end of wrist strap
7. adjustable end of wrist strap
8. sling strap
9. fixed end of sling strap
10. sliding end of sling strap
11. accessory ring
12. attachment ring
13. stop
14. leash
15. shopping bag
16. shopping bag handle
17. cane
18. cane handle
19. dog
20. hand
21. connector strap
22. first end of connector strap
23. second end of connector strap
24. leash hook
25. key ring
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It is to be understood that while a preferred embodiment of the invention is illustrated, it is not to be limited to the specific form or arrangement of parts herein described and shown. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes may be made without departing from the scope of the invention and the invention is not to be considered limited to what is shown and described in the specification and drawings.
Claims
1. A wrist mounted hand sling comprising:
- a wrist strap having a first end and a second end that are secured together around an individual's wrist using at least one attachment located on the wrist strap;
- a slide located centrally on the wrist strap between the first end and the second end for adjusting the size of the wrist strap;
- a sling strap having a first end and a second end both of which are attached to the wrist strap in a manner to cause the sling strap to form a substantially C-shaped loop that is worn around a palm of the individual's hand between the individual's thumb and forefinger and on the rear surface of the individual's hand;
- said second end of the sling strap is attached to the wrist strap at an angle between the second end of the wrist strap and the slide that allows the second end of the sling strap to rest near a center of the individual' s wrist; and
- said first end of the sling strap is a sliding end that is wrapped over the wrist strap and secured back onto the sling strap using an attachment means, thereby creating a loop on the first end of the sling strap that is located between the first end of the wrist strap and the slide.
2. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 1 wherein:
- said attachment means used to secure the first end of the sling strap over the wrist strap is an adjustment slide.
3. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 1 wherein:
- said second end of the sling strap is a fixed end that is permanently attached to the wrist strap.
4. (canceled)
5. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 1 further comprising:
- an accessory ring located on the wrist mounted hand sling.
6. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 1 further comprising:
- at least one attachment ring located on the sling strap in a manner that allows the at least one attachment ring to slide back and forth along a length of the sling strap.
7. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 1 further comprising:
- at least one stop located on the wrist mounted hand sling.
8. A wrist mounted hand sling comprising:
- a wrist strap having a first end and a second end that are secured together around an individual's wrist using at least one attachment located on the wrist strap;
- a slide located centrally on the wrist strap between the first end and the second end for adjusting the size of the wrist strap;
- a sling strap having a first end and a second end both of which are attached to the wrist strap in a manner to cause the sling strap to form a substantially C-shaped loop that is worn around a palm of the individual's hand between the individual's thumb and forefinger and on the rear surface of the individual's hand; and
- said second end of the sling strap is attached to the wrist strap between the second end of the wrist strap and the slide that allows the second end of the sling strap to rest near a center of the individual's wrist;
- said second end of the sling strap is a fixed end that is permanently attached to the wrist strap;
- said first end of the sling strap is a sliding end that is wrapped over the wrist strap and secured back onto the sling strap using an attachment means, thereby creating a loop on the first end of the sling strap that lays flat against the wrist strap and is located between the second end of the wrist strap and the slide.
9. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 8 wherein:
- said attachment means used to secure the first end of the sling strap over the wrist strap is an adjustment slide.
10. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 8 wherein:
- said second end of the sling strap is attached to the wrist strap at an angle.
11. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 8 further comprising:
- an accessory ring located on the wrist mounted hand sling.
12. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 8 further comprising:
- at least one attachment ring located on the sling strap in a manner that allows the at least one attachment ring to slide back and forth along a length of the sling strap.
13. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 8 further comprising:
- at least one stop located on the wrist mounted hand sling.
14. A wrist mounted hand sling comprising:
- a wrist strap having a first end and a second end that are secured together around an individual's wrist using at least one attachment located on the wrist strap;
- a sling strap having a first end and a second end both of which are attached to the wrist strap in a manner to cause the sling strap to form a substantially C-shaped loop that is worn around a palm of the individual's hand between the individual's thumb and forefinger and on the rear surface of the individual's hand;
- an attachment ring located on the sling strap in a manner that allows the attachment ring to slide back and forth along a length of the sling strap.
15. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 14 wherein:
- said second end of the sling strap is attached to the wrist strap at an angle.
16. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 14 further comprising:
- an accessory ring located on the wrist mounted hand sling.
17. (canceled)
18. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 14 further comprising:
- at least one stop located on the wrist mounted hand sling.
19. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 14 wherein:
- said second end of the sling strap is a fixed end that is permanently attached to the wrist strap.
20. The wrist mounted hand sling of claim 14 wherein:
- said first end of the sling strap is a sliding end that is wrapped over the wrist strap and secured back onto the sling strap using an attachment means, thereby creating a loop on the first end of the sling strap that lays flat against the wrist strap.
Type: Application
Filed: Sep 2, 2014
Publication Date: Jun 2, 2016
Inventor: Janie W. Favreau (Naples, FL)
Application Number: 14/475,005