Abstract: An adjustable-length pole (10) for sticks, having an outer tube (12) and an inner tube (11) that can be inserted telescope-like into the outer tube (12) for adjusting the length of the tube, and having a spreading device (15) that is supported at the insertion end of the inner tube (11), the spreading device being able to clamp the inner tube (11) axially in the outer tube (12) and having a spreading element (16) that can be radially pressed apart and that is furnished with an inner cone (27), an interior element (17) that is provided with a reverse-oriented outer cone (22) and that is accommodated in the spreading element (16) so as to be axially movable, and an adjusting screw (18) that is axially oriented and is supported in a rotationally fixed manner on the inner tube (11), the adjusting screw having an operational connection to an internally threaded bore (21) in the interior element (17).

Abstract: Provided is a crutch that may be collapsed for storage and shipment, adjustable for different users and mitigates the affect of the enrich striking the ground. A saddle support surface is coupled to two rails that extend and slide through a handrail and a wishbone. The rails may be secured with respect to the handrail and wishbone in a variety of positions, enabling the distance between the support surface and the handgrip and the length of the crutch to be adjusted. In addition, the rails may be positioned in the handrail and wishbone such that the support surface fits against the handrail and the handrail against the wishbone. A shock tube extends from and slides through the wishbone and may be secured in a variety of positions to adjust the length of the crutch to account for different users and to minimize the length for storage and shipment.

Abstract: The mobilizer consists of an open, inverted “U” shaped frame when view from above with the legs or the “U” pointed towards the rear. Pivoting caster wheels are attached to the front lower corners and rear wheel support arms extend rearward and curve downward each bearing a smaller non-pivoting wheel. Two vertical upright support members rise from the frame and are equipped with height adjustment mechanisms. Horizontal arm support assemblies, each with a hand grip and brake handle are attached to the upper ends of the support members. The user is supported by his elbows and shoulder girdle resulting in decompression of his spine. The arm support assemblies can be pivoted 180 degrees so that the grip portions and the hand brake levers face the rear of the mobilizer at about waist height. This allows the user to stand and grasp the handles as he walks forward.

Abstract: A locking mechanism includes a support rod, inserted into a first unit shaft at a first end thereof and locked to a second unit shaft at a second end thereof, with threads formed around the outer circumferential surface thereof; and a pressure locking unit movably engaged with the threads of the support rod and having longitudinal slits formed to open in one direction and at least two pressure parts formed in a longitudinal direction. The locking pressure of the pressure locking unit is imposed on the unit shafts at multiple longitudinally spaced points, thus dispersing or distributing the locking strength in the longitudinal direction and increasing both the locking strength and the resistance against both longitudinal compressive force and longitudinal tensile force, thereby preventing the locked unit shafts from suddenly slipping towards each other.

Abstract: A stick that is excellent in shock absorption and is also excellent in stability is provided. A stick body is provided with a telescopic extension pipe formed by fitting an outer tube and an inner tube together in a nesting manner. Inside the extension pipe, a velocity-dependent damper that damps the relative sliding movement between the outer tube and the inner tube, and a compression coil spring that concentrically fits onto the damper and urges the extension pipe so as to be extended are connected in parallel. According to such a stick, the shock transmitted to the hand can be mitigated as the compression coil spring contracts upon landing. Also, since the damper suppresses unwanted vibration of the extension pipe, the length of the stick quickly becomes stable after landing, allowing the user to keep stable balance with the stick.

Abstract: A walking stick (10) comprising a shaft (12) having a first portion (34) and a second portion (36) received within the first portion (34) such that the second portion (36) can slide relative to the first portion (34). A first transverse handle (18) is provided at an upper end of the shaft (12) and a second handle (20) is provided pivotable between a retracted position and an extended position. A locking mechanism having a trigger (38) secures the first portion (34) of the shaft (12) relative to the second portion (36) of the shaft (12) and actuation of the trigger (38) releases the locking mechanism such that the second portion (36) of the shaft (12) can slide outwardly from the first portion (34) of the shaft (12) under the force of a spring member (48).

Abstract: A crutch device adapted for use as a leg support featuring a crutch frame with an underarm pad, a handle, and a bottom shaft; a leg support bar pivotally attached to the shaft, the leg support bar can move between a vertical position wherein the leg support bar is positioned above the shaft inside the crutch frame and a horizontal position wherein the leg support bar is pivoted out of the crutch frame and generally perpendicularly to the shaft; and a two-legged support component pivotally attached to the leg support bar, the two-legged support component can move between a storage position and a usage position wherein the two-legged support component is pivoted such that it is generally perpendicular to the leg support bar, wherein the support component is adapted to be received in the crutch frame when the support component is in the storage position.

Abstract: A walking assistance apparatus and a walking assistance kit comprising a first walking assistance apparatus and a second walking assistance apparatus are disclosed. Each walking assistance apparatus comprises a shaft comprising a first end and a second end, a reversible handle portion extending from the first end, and a base extending from the second end. The shaft comprises a sidewall. The base comprises a first portion positioned proximal to the second end of the shaft, a second portion positioned distal from the second end of the shaft, and a third portion positioned intermediate the first portion and the second portion. The base comprises an arc-shaped contacting surface extending at least along the third portion. The first portion of the base comprises an end portion that is substantially aligned with the sidewall of the shaft.

Abstract: Methods for using a retractable cane to assist in sitting down, to rise from a sitting position, and to assist in picking an object up. One method comprising: standing with the cane slightly in front of the user, with one or two hands on top of the handle; bending knees and at the waist so that user's torso or chest approaches the cane's handle; applying a force down on the cane, causing the retraction of the second tube into the first tube; tilting the cane back towards torso or chest; resting chest or torso on hands located on the cane's handle; applying more down on the cane, causing more retraction of the second tube into the first tube; and easing into a sitting position or reaching and grabbing the desired object; and pushing down on the cane to rise to an upright standing position.

Abstract: A cane includes a rod, a primary handle, a ring, an auxiliary handle and a skid-proof device. The rod includes a first end for contact with the ground. The primary handle extends from a second end of the rod. The ring is provided on the rod in a rotatable and movable manner. The auxiliary handle extends from the ring. The skid-proof device is provided between the rod and the ring. The skid-proof device includes annular ribs on an internal side. A diameter of the annular ribs is at least equal to a diameter of the rod. The auxiliary handle is rotatable about and movable along an axis of the rod due to little friction between the rod and the annular ribs as the auxiliary handle is not pivoted toward the first end of the rod. The auxiliary handle is locked on the rod due to friction between the rod and the annular ribs as the auxiliary handle is pivoted toward the first end of the rod.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sports stick with a variable length including an upper tube to which a hand grip is connected, a lower tube adapted to be inserted into and withdrawn from the upper tube, and fixing means adapted to securely fix the lower tube to the upper tube, wherein the fixing means includes: a rod body disposed inside the lower tube at one side periphery thereof in such a manner as to be mounted inside the upper tube at the other side periphery thereof by the sequential formation of a screw thread portion and a flat portion along the outer periphery thereof; a tapered member adapted to be fixed to the flat portion formed along the outer periphery of the rod body and having a tapered surface formed along the outer periphery thereof; and a pressurizing member mounted at the screw thread portion formed along the outer periphery of the rod body in such a manner as to encompass the tapered member.

Abstract: An adaptable mobility aid device is disclosed that has length-adjustable front and rear legs, a handle, and a knee support platform coupled to the legs and the handle, the legs being adjustable within a range of lengths suitable to straddle steps for ascending and descending stairways, as well as to function on the level, or on a ramp. The lengths of the legs can be adjusted in tandem via single-hand operability of an adjustment mechanism. The knee support platform provides support for an impaired lower leg of a user, not requiring the leg to contact the stairs, and also not requiring the leg to be held mid-air in a hopping motion. The handle enables one-handed use of the adaptable mobility aid device. In some embodiments, spring loaded pins or a pull bar to activate the pins, enable the single-hand operability of the adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: A cane comprising: a handle; a first tube attached to the handle; a second tube in slideable communication with the first tube, the second tube in communication with a cane tip; a spring located in the first tube, and in operable communication with the second tube; the spring preloaded such that when the second tube is fully extended from the first tube, the spring exerts generally about a value F1 of force on the second tube, tending keep the second tube extended from the first tube. A method for using a retractable cane to assist in sitting down. A method of using a retractable cane to rise from a sitting position. A method of using a retractable cane to assist in picking an object up.

Abstract: The invention relates to a clamping apparatus (1) for a hiking pole, trekking pole, nordic walking pole, cross-country skiing pole or skiing pole for detachably axially fixing a pipe section (3) that can be inserted into an opening of the clamping apparatus, wherein the clamping apparatus comprises a plastic collar (5), which substantially directly encloses the pipe section (3) at least in an axial section and clamps the same in the closed state, wherein at least in the region (5b) enclosing the pipe section (2) the plastic collar (5) comprises at least one axial slot (6, 15) making the circumference of the plastic collar variable in said region and is designed in a substantially peripheral manner in the remaining axial region (5a), wherein on either side of said slot (6) a projection (13, 14) is arranged on the plastic collar (5), wherein said projections (13, 14) comprise a coaxial passage opening (23) which is arranged substantially perpendicular to the axis (24) of the pipe section (3) and through which a

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an assistive mobility device, for example a walking stick or a crutch, for ergonomically assisting its user to traverse both urban and more challenging terrain. The device includes an elongated pole to support the user and a hand grip by which the user grips the proximate end of the pole. The hand grip is connected to the pole through a user-adjustable damper for absorbing shock. A variety of interchangeable tips are available for the distal end of the pole to adapt the device for a variety of terrains and uses.

Abstract: A clamp apparatus that includes a base portion and an adjustable clamping lever. The base portion defines an adjustable size aperture. The adjustable clamping lever is mounted to the base portion and is movable between an unlatched position and a latched position. The adjustable clamping lever has a length that is adjustable to clamp the base portion to elongate members having a cross-section. The adjustable clamping lever may include at least two link members. One of the link members may have an adjustable length.

Abstract: A crutch with a length controllable by pressure sensing and a method thereof are provided. The crutch includes a holding portion, a lead screw shaft, a rod body, a control module, and a supporting portion. The holding portion and the supporting portion have a plurality of pressure sensing units, for generating holding pressure values and feedback pressure values. The rod body is connected to the holding portion, a motor is arranged on the supporting portion, and the lead screw shaft has one end engaged to the motor and the other end pivoted to the rod body. When the holding portion determines that the holding portion is held according to the holding pressure values and the feedback pressure values, and that the crutch is oblique, the motor is enabled to rotate to drive the lead screw shaft to pivotally rotate, thereby shortening or prolonging the length of the crutch.

Abstract: A walking staff apparatus having a tripod assembly that is releasably fastened to a main shaft. The tripod assembly may be released from the shaft to achieve a compact arrangement for transport or storage. The shaft may also be telescoping to achieve a compact size. The release joint may include a mechanism for centering the shaft and tripod assembly. A magnetic-based mechanism for releasable attachment of an article may be coupled to the shaft. The magnetic-based attachment mechanism may include an anti-rotation device to achieve secure positioning of an article releasable attached to the shaft.

Abstract: An adjustable crutch, cane or similar walking aid for assisting everyday movement for temporarily injured and even permanently handicapped persons, the crutch having telescoping crutch tubes encasing a locking gas spring crutches which can instantaneously and controllably be adjusted in length during use, thereby considerably facilitating such common physical activities as sitting down, standing up, negotiating stairs or other obstacles and other similar everyday mobile activities. The locking gas spring functions by internal gas pressure and the telescoping crutch tubes are extended as the internal gas pressure seeks to reach the lowest energy state by maximizing its internal volume. For safety purposes a disengagement mechanism is provided so that extension occurs up to a preset level dictated by the user, and can even be overridden if desired.

Abstract: The present invention provides a foldable walking stick with adjustable length and shock-proofing mechanism. The foldable walking stick includes a rod holder containing at least two interconnected rods and a handle, arranged at an upper part of the foldable stick. Each rod connected to the handle is divided into first and second rod sections, the second rod section having a flexible pulling rope and a flexible locating pin. A plurality of locating holes, are arranged on the wall of the first rod section with different heights, allowing for locking by the flexible locating pin when inserting the second rod section. A tapered locating section is arranged onto the flexible locating pin. An inner space, is arranged onto the preset location of a rod. There is a shock-proofing mechanism, assembled within the inner space; and a grounding portion, arranged at bottom of either rod.

Abstract: A mobility assist device for paraplegic individuals who are non-weight bearing through their bilateral lower extremities and one or two wrists to move in bed and also to transfer from a bed to a wheelchair or commode, or vise versa. The device has a support plate that is intended for supporting the forearm of a non-weight bearing wrist and for securing the forearm to the support plate. For self-transfer of the individual from a bed to a wheelchair, the individual bridges the space between the bed and the wheelchair located near the bed. By using the muscles of the healthy hand and the muscles of the handicapped hand supported by the device, the individual stepwise moves his body along the sliding board to the wheelchair until he/she find himself/herself on the wheelchair seat. The sliding board is then removed. Transfer from the wheelchair to the bed is carried out in the reverse sequence.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stick (23), such as, for example, a trekking, downhill skiing, hiking or Nordic walking stick, which has a stick handle (28), a stick tube (24) comprising at least three telescopic tubular sections (25, 26, 27), and a stick point (29). Two adjacent tubular sections can each be adjusted relative to each other. The stick (23) according to the invention has a damping device (1) with a compression spring device (35), wherein an axial pin (2) which is secured axially on a second tubular section (26) is guided in a guide sleeve (10) held in a rotationally fixed manner in a first tubular section (25).

Abstract: A clamp apparatus that includes a base portion and an adjustable clamping lever. The base portion defines an adjustable size aperture. The adjustable clamping lever is mounted to the base portion and is movable between an unlatched position and a latched position. The adjustable clamping lever has a length that is adjustable to clamp the base portion to elongate members having a cross-section. The adjustable clamping lever may include at least two link members. One of the link members may have an adjustable length.

Abstract: A mobility aid in the form of a trek pole is disclosed. The trek pole has a lower portion adapted to be maintained in a generally upright position when in use, an upper handle portion, and a joint between the lower portion and the upper handle portion. The joint enables the upper handle portion to be moved between an upright position typical of a trek pole, in which the upper handle portion extends upwardly from an upper end of the lower portion, to a horizontal position which provides the advantages of a cane, in which the upper handle portion extends outwardly from an upper end of the lower portion.

Abstract: An adjustable lighted walking aid adapted to be used in low light or dark areas is disclosed and may include a cane having a front light for illuminating obstacles being encountered in front of the user and a back light for simultaneously illuminating the area proximate the feet of the user so that the user may see and thus help avoid upcoming obstacles in front, as well as observe the area at his or her feet while walking. The cane may be used in its generally vertical manner during use to assist properly the stability of the user, and is adjustable in its length to accommodate a variety of users.

Abstract: An adjustable-length tube (10) for sticks, having an outer tube (12) and an inner tube (11) that can be inserted telescope-like into the outer tube (12) for adjusting the length of the tube, and having a spreading device (15) that is supported at the insertion end of the inner tube (11), the spreading device being able to clamp the inner tube (11) axially in the outer tube (12) and having a spreading element (16) that can be radially pressed apart and that is furnished with an inner cone (27), an interior element (17) that is provided with a reverse-oriented outer cone (22) and that is accommodated in the spreading element (16) so as to be axially movable, and an adjusting screw (18) that is axially oriented and is supported in a rotationally fixed manner on the inner tube (11), the adjusting screw having an operational connection to an internally threaded bore (21) in the interior element (17).

Abstract: Provided is a walking stick having a pole configured by a plurality of connecting pipes. The walking stick includes: an upper connecting pipe; and a lower connecting pipe inserted into the upper connecting pipe, wherein first and second through-holes are provided in both sides of the lower connecting pipe at opposing positions to each other, first and second button members are slidably inserted into the first and the second through-holes, respectively, a spring for elastically supporting the first and the second button members in a radial direction is provided inside the first and the second button members, and third and fourth through-holes are provided in the upper connecting pipe at positions corresponding to the first and the second through-holes of the lower connecting pipe so that the first and the second button members are moved in and out through the first to the fourth through-holes.

Abstract: An ergonomic crutch comprising an armpit pad assembly, a top tube, a middle tube, a bottom tube, a hand grip, a shock absorber, and a footpad assembly. The armpit pad assembly comprises an armpit pad and means for allowing the armpit pad to tilt vertically and swivel horizontally. In an alternate embodiment, the crutch does not have a shock absorber.

Abstract: An apparatus that combines the functionality of a walker with that of a single crutch is herein disclosed. The apparatus provides for one crutch that comes up from the side support of the walker and thus the side of the user's body and is adjustable in height, as is the walker support handles, such that the invention can be customized for any sized user. The adjustment is facilitated by use of spring pin slip fittings, and thus can be adjusted in a matter of minutes without tools. The crutch support can be easily moved from the right to left hand side of the walker by use of a removable clamp system. It is also envisioned that certain models of the invention can provide crutches on both the right and left hand side of the walker simultaneously, based upon the needs of the patient. When not in use or not needed, the invention folds up in a manner similar to a conventional walker thus providing a low profile for ease of storage.

Abstract: A cane with a base having at least one wheel and an aperture, a support shaft having a user adjustable length and a first end connected to the base, a brake disposed within the aperture having a user adjustable length and at least one grip connected to the support shaft and the grip being operably engaged with the brake.

Abstract: A snow pole and snow board binding combination is disclosed. The snow pole is conveniently stored on a snowboard binding. The snow pole has telescoping pole members that may be automatically extended from an interior portion of a housing of the snow pole and may be automatically retracted into an interior portion of a housing of the snow pole. The snow pole may have an emergency flag system that is contained within the housing of the snow pole.

Abstract: A pole mechanism that can be adjusted with one hand that can be used in trekking poles, tool handles, and other applications requiring the use of an adjustable-length elongated member.

Abstract: An adjustable cane includes a shaft with proximal and distal ends. The shaft has a hollow cavity formed therein and extending along a major length of the shaft and terminating subjacent to the proximal end. A stop member is threadably attached to the distal end of the shaft and extends about an entire circumference thereof. A handle has upper and lower portions, and the lower portion is removably attached to the proximal end of the shaft. A rectilinear core member with top and bottom ends is telescopically interfitted within the distal end of the shaft and penetrates the cavity, and a cap is removably fitted over the bottom end. A mechanism telescopically adjusts the core member within the shaft in such a manner that the shaft remains statically affixed to the handle while the core member linearly displaces along the distal end of the shaft.

Abstract: A mobility aid having interchangeable features is disclosed. A plurality of handles, shafts, and/or tips are provided of different shapes, sizes, and materials so that different users can select different features based on preference or changing support needs. Each handle and each tip is connectable to each of the provided shafts so that a user may switch out handles or tips as desired. Also disclosed is a shaft for a mobility aid having an upper portion and a lower portion with a telescoping relationship and a locking device, such as a rocking or rocker switch, interposed therebetween. The locking device allows the mobility aid to be locked into a fully expanded position, released for a semi-collapsed position, or released into a fully collapsed position.

Abstract: A knee brace is provided with push button actuatable stops, wherein the stops are biased outward into angular locking positions and inwardly directed pressure on the push buttons releases the stops and permits angular adjustment of the stops. A pair of catch plates with locking recesses facing inward, are provided, and outwardly biased locking pins engage the recesses in both catch plates. Each of the stop assemblies has an outwardly directed plate extending over the outer cover plate, and this plate is coupled to the physical stop member around the outer edge of the outer cover plate. The cover plate has angular indicia thereon, which may be viewed through windows in the outwardly extending plate portions of the stop assemblies.

Abstract: A pole mechanism that can be adjusted with one hand that can be used in trekking poles, tool handles, and other applications requiring the use of an adjustable-length elongated member.

Abstract: A height adjustable crutch includes a single tube member, a foot grip, an underarm support, and a handle. The single tube member has a central axis along which a main member, a telescoping top member, and a telescoping foot member are aligned. The top member is adjustable relative to a top end of the main member. The foot member is adjustable relative to bottom end of the main member. The foot grip is fixedly attached to the foot member, and the underarm support is fixedly attached to a top end of the top member. The underarm support is generally perpendicular to the central axis of the single tube member. The handle is fixedly attached to the main member and is offset from the central axis of the single tube such that a gap separates a central area of the handle and the main member.

Abstract: A walker for both child and adult users includes two supporting units and a connecting unit transversely connecting the two supporting units at the front sides thereof. A horizontal rod is provided between two leg portions of each said supporting unit. Each said horizontal rod has two slots at the opposite ends. Two sliding joints are mounted on the supporting units in the manner that the ends of the horizontal rod can be received by the sliding joints, and two pin members can be respectively pierced through one of the sliding joints and the corresponding slot. Further, two sets of clutch members each having a toothed portion for being detachably engaged with each other are provided between the ends of the telescopic members of the connecting unit and the adjacent supporting units.

Abstract: A walker comprises: a cross brace having an end sleeve on each end, N-shaped leg extensions, a lock body having a housing and a block having an axis hole, wherein the leg extension is covered by the end sleeve, the lock body is provided on top of the end sleeve, the leg extension and the lock body are provided with a pin hole and a connecting pin hole respectively at corresponding positions and fixed by a lock pin, the housing of the lock body is provided with a hole for sub axis, the block is connected inside the housing by a sub axis passing through the hole for sub axis and the axis hole, the end sleeve is provided with an orientation hole, a flange for fitting with the orientation hole is provided at the bottom of the block in the housing, a stretch part with a bearing rod is provided inside the leg extension, and the bearing rod leans against the upper portion of the block above the axis hole by passing through a through hole on the leg extension.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a baton for self-protection is composed of a cylindrical handle, a locking piece, a switch, a first telescoping rod, a second telescoping rod, and a spring. The handle is covered by a grip. The locking piece is coupled to the center portion of a locking piece fixing section inserted into one end of the handle and has a locking projection provided in predetermined positions of both ends thereof. The switch is mounted in the rear side of the locking piece fixing section. The first telescoping rod has a widened portion and tapered portion formed in both ends thereof so as to be telescoped inside the handle. The second telescoping rod is housed in the first telescoping rod, and a step portion of the second telescoping rod at one end thereof is closely coupled to the locking projection of the locking piece. The spring is mounted in the handle so as to elastically support the first and second telescoping rods.

Abstract: The invention is for a handle assembly for an adjustable crutch having two upper tubes each of which slides inside one of two lower tubes to adjust the height of the crutch. The handle assembly has a body, a lever attached to the outside of the body; and two locking pins positioned inside the body. Each locking pin is mechanically coupled to the lever and each locking pin is normally biased through tube holes formed in the upper tubes and through tube openings defined in the lower tubes to prevent the sliding of the upper tubes inside the lower tubes. The depression of the lever causes the locking pins to retract from the tube holes and the tube openings such that a user may slide the upper tube inside the lower tube to change the crutch height.

Abstract: The invention relates to a baton comprising at least two tube pieces, an outer tube piece and an inner tube piece which can be inserted into each other like a telescope and are interlockable in both the retracted and the deployed position. A radially displaceable locking top is disposed in the final region of the inner tube piece, which can be inserted into the outer tube piece, while a circumferential catching groove is arranged on the inside of the final region of the outer tube piece. The locking top is composed of several parts that are embodied like sectors of a circle and are joined so as to form a ring while the locking cap extends past the final region of the inner tube piece by means of a locking bulb. An expanding cone for the locking top is placed in side the inner tube piece across from the catching groove for the locking bulb, said expanding cone being movable to a limited extent in an axial direction and being fixed at the end of a positioning rod.

Abstract: The present invention is a Cane/walking aid that provides the user with many security features along with mobility support. The cane/walking aid can be placed under the doorknob to secure the door(s) as a door-jamming device. The cane/walking aid will provide balance and mobility support. Life-saving medical alert information (identification, illnesses and medications) will be readily available inside the cane/walking aid. A safety alarm will sound if the user pulls the alarm string, which is to be wrapped around the user's wrist. This high-decibel alarm will also sound if the user becomes separated from the cane/walking aid. It also has a flashing safety light and a built in flashlight. The cane will have mace, an alarm, and/or other personal self-defense devices within. A G.P.S. device or a talking G.P.S. is provided for navigation. The cane/walking aid can accommodate an electronic insect repellent device.

Abstract: An adjustable cane includes a grasping mechanism, an actuator, an adjustable length inelastic linkage, a magnetic pickup, hanging tip and self-standing base. Pivotally mounted to the distal end of the cane, the grasping mechanism includes a pair of fingers defining a narrow valley for grasping small objects and a wide valley for grasping large objects. The adjustable length inelastic linkage transmits force from the actuator to the grasping mechanism. The magnetic pickup is mounted to the grasping mechanism to facilitate retrieval of ferrous objects. The hanging tip supports the cane from horizontal surfaces. The self-standing base allows the cane to stand upright on any flat surface.

Abstract: Provided is an adjustable length fitness pole that includes an upper tubular section having an upper handgrip portion and a lower joint portion. The fitness pole also includes a lower tubular section having a lower foot mounting portion and an upper joint portion. The joint portions of the upper and lower tubular sections are sized and configured for slideable, registered engagement with each other thereby to prevent relative misalignment between the foot mounting portion and the handgrip portion.

Abstract: A walker is made adjustable for various sizes of persons, including grossly obese persons. The walker includes two side support members, each of which has a front leg, a back leg, and a cross leg connecting the two legs. A braced sleeve assembly is positioned on the front leg of each side support member. The braced sleeve assembly has an elongated first sleeve dimensioned to slide over the front leg, an elongated second sleeve extending horizontally and inwardly from the elongated first sleeve, and a support brace extending at an angle from one sleeve to the other sleeve. The second sleeve has a set of spaced positioning holes. A releasable latch is mounted to the elongated first sleeve. The walker further includes a cross bar dimensioned to slide inside the second sleeves of the braced sleeve assemblies.

Abstract: A staff apparatus having a leg assembly with multiple movable legs. In one embodiment, the leg assembly includes three legs to form a tripod. The staff apparatus may include an adaptable magnetic-based mount for releasably attaching a camera, spotting scope, gun or arm rest, or other item. The mount may be movable or non-movable. A shaft may include multiple telescoping sections, and an upper section may telescope into a lower section. Various embodiments and features of the staff apparatus are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention is for a handle assembly for an adjustable crutch having two upper tubes each of which slides inside one of two lower tubes to adjust the height of the crutch. The handle assembly has a body, a lever attached to the outside of the body; and two locking pins positioned inside the body. Each locking pin is mechanically coupled to the lever and each locking pin is normally biased through tube holes formed in the upper tubes and through tube openings defined in the lower tubes to prevent the sliding of the upper tubes inside the lower tubes. The depression of the lever causes the locking pins to retract from the tube holes and the tube openings such that a user may slide the upper tube inside the lower tube to change the crutch height.

Abstract: The Crutch Lift is a device designed to lift and lower a patient from a seated position to a standing position unassisted, then can be used as walking crutches. When lowered down the crutches are 3 feet long, which make it easier to transport or store.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods assist in mobility of a person. According to an embodiment of the invention, a device for enhancing mobility of a physically-impaired person comprises: a first member that comprises an elongated portion; and a second member that is configured to slidably receive the elongated portion of the first member and to have negative draft relative to the elongated portion of the first member. According to another embodiment of the invention, there is a method for producing an apparatus for assisting in ambulation. The method comprises the steps of: providing a first member that comprises an elongated portion; and providing a second member, including: forming a recess in the second member for slidably receiving the elongated portion of the first member; and tapering the recess to have negative draft relative to the elongated portion of the first member.