VERTICAL SELF-STANDING BACK SUPPORT DEVICE
The apparatus is to provide lateral support for a person while a person is in a standing, or predominantly vertical position. The apparatus is portable, self-standing, and may be used in various locations where a person may need lateral support. The apparatus generally consists of a vertical member connected to a support base. The apparatus functions when a person's weight acts on the standing base plate of the apparatus which off-sets a lateral force applied by a person leaning on the apparatus's vertical member whereby the vertical member in turn provides lateral support to a person.
This application claims the benefit and right of priority to the previously filed provisional application Ser. No. 62/156,204 titled “Vertical self-standing back support device” which is hereby incorporated by reference.
BACKGROUND OF INVENTIONVarious back support devices are known in the art. For example, U.S. Pat. No. 2015/0080994 entitled “Portable Spinal Orthotic Backrest” provides a portable back support plate having a vertical curvature. The device is to be attached to another apparatus to function.
U.S. Pat. No. 9,198,515 entitled “Vertical Back Support Health-Enhancing Device” provides an ergonomic back support device utilizing one or multiple vertical components that include layers. The device is to be attached to another apparatus to function.
U.S. Pat. No. 7,963,606 entitled “Task Chair” relates to task chairs that support the body of the user in healthy positions while the user performs various tasks over extended sitting periods. The device is only able to function while in the seated position.
U.S. Pat. No. 6,374,440 entitled “Back Support” provides a generally vertical and rigid panel removably installable along one edge of a bed, against which a person may brace his or her body part as desired while reclining on the bed. The device is to be attached to another apparatus to function and provides support for a person in a predominantly horizontal position.
No back support systems are specifically related to being self-supporting while providing lateral support to the user.
SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTIONVarious embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to a device that provides lateral support for a person while a person is in a standing, or predominantly vertical position. The apparatus is portable, self-standing, and may be used in various locations where a person may need lateral support. The apparatus generally consists of a vertical member connected to a support base. The apparatus functions when a person's weight acts on the standing base plate of the apparatus which off-sets a lateral force applied by a person leaning on the apparatus's vertical member whereby the vertical member in turn provides lateral support to a person.
For a further understanding of the nature and objects of the present invention, reference should be made to the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawing in which like parts are given like reference numerals and, wherein:
The various embodiments are generally related a standing environment where a person will receive lateral support while remaining in a standing position.
The apparatus is easily moved and is approximately the same area as an office chair.
The components are easily assembled and can be used at any location.
While specific embodiments are disclosed, it is understood that many variations are possible, which remain the concept and scope of the present disclosure.
Claims
1. A device to provide horizontal support to a person while a person is in a standing, or predominantly vertical position comprising:
- a vertical support tube connected to standing base plate; and
- a person's weight acting on the standing base plate of the apparatus which off-sets a lateral force applied by a person leaning on the apparatus's vertical support tube whereby the vertical support tube in turn provides lateral support to a person.
2. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight of the person acting on the standing base plate is applied in a downward direction by the person's foot that is using the apparatus. The person's foot will continue to provide a downward force on the standing base plate during the use of the device.
3. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight of the person acting on the base plate is applied in a downward direction by the person's feet that is using the apparatus. The person's feet will continue to provide a downward force on the standing base plate during the use of the device.
4. The device of claim 1, wherein the weight of the person acting on the base plate is applied in a downward direction by a person's body parts that is using the apparatus. The person's body parts will continue to provide a downward force on the standing base plate during the use of the device.
5. The device of claim 1, wherein the alternative materials may be used approximating the weight of a person acting on the base plate applied in a downward direction. The alternative materials will continue to provide a downward force on the standing base plate during the use of the device.
6. The device of claim 1, is self-standing and does not require other devices to function. The device may remain in position until ready for next use.
7. The device in claim 1, wherein the apparatus will remain stationary relative to the user during operation.
Type: Application
Filed: May 1, 2016
Publication Date: Nov 2, 2017
Inventors: Thomas M. Hoffman (Savannah, GA), Christopher Brack (Mars, PA)
Application Number: 15/143,594