Abstract: A protective knee pad system for protecting the knees and legs of an individual in a comfortable manner. The protective knee pad system includes a length of leg covering having an upper opening and a lower opening, and a pad member secured to the front knee portion of the leg covering. The pad member is comprised of a cover member, a first cushion, a first band and a second band, and a second cushion. The first band and second band are preferably comprised of a bendable material for allowing forming of the pad member to the shape of the knee.

Abstract: The invention provides an adjustable leg pad assembly comprising a knee shield, a shin shield, a liner, a shield extension, an adjustable liner, and fasteners for joining the adjustable liner and the liner. The liner is fixedly connected to both the knee shield and the shin shield while the shield extension is adjustably mounted on an interior portion of the shin shield and extends from a lower portion of the latter. The adjustable liner, which is adapted to be releasably mounted to the liner, includes connection means to enable its coupling to the shield extension. Moreover, the fasteners are capable of varying the positioning of the liner and the adjustable liner relative to one another.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shin guard, and in particular to a shin guard which is well adapted irrespective of a body shape of a user based on a flexible construction and is capable of implementing a good ventilation and an easier sweat exhaust. The shin guard according to the present invention includes a plate shaped smooth synthetic resin cover in which a plurality of mesh ventilation holes are formed in the whole surfaces of the cover, said cover being curved for thereby being well stuck to a shin of a user, and a foam synthetic resin buffering plate which is attached to a back surface of the cover and includes a plurality of ventilation holes corresponding to the mesh ventilation holes formed in the cover and a plurality of protrusions in the back surface of the same for thereby implementing a good ventilation through each ventilation hole.

Abstract: A suspension aid for appending an above-knee prosthesis to a human body. The suspension aid is integrally formed of a resilient fabric having a warp knit leno, or equivalent, construction. The belt portion of the suspension aid extends substantially horizontally around the intertrochanteric region of the pelvis.

Abstract: A kneepad is disclosed which includes a lower leg support adapted to closely engage a lower leg of a user. The lower leg support has an upper portion and a lower portion with the upper portion telescoping with the lower portion to allow the user to adjust the length of the lower leg support. A knee cover conforms to the shape of a knee but is physically separate therefrom. A curved portion connects the lower leg support and the knee cover. A strap is included which is adapted to engage an ankle of a user.

Abstract: A body protective device for protection of the shin, calf and Achilles regions from impact injuries, especially relating to sports activities, is provided by a composite protector having a fabric outer garment and protective elements, in particular soft elements and semi-rigid and rigid elements, that are selectively provided in predetermined locations within the outer garment for protecting the shin, calf and other proximal body parts from injuries related to impact during sports or athletic activities.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shin guard, and in particular to a shin guard which is well adapted irrespective of a body shape of a user based on a flexible construction and is capable of implementing a good ventilation and an easier sweat exhaust. The shin guard according to the present invention includes a plate shaped smooth synthetic resin cover in which a plurality of mesh ventilation holes are formed in the whole surfaces of the cover, said cover being curved for thereby being well stuck to a shin of a user, and a foam synthetic resin buffering plate which is attached to a back surface of the cover and includes a plurality of ventilation holes corresponding to the mesh ventilation holes formed in the cover and a plurality of protrusions in the back surface of the same for thereby implementing a good ventilation through each ventilation hole.

Abstract: A baseball catcher's leg guard comprises a wrap-around foot guard configured to extend down the sides of a catcher's foot to protect the foot and limit lateral movement of the foot guard.

Abstract: A protective leg guard having a removable insert for orienting the leg guard on a leg. The protective leg guard includes a protective knee portion having an inner surface generally contoured to substantially overlay the knee. A removable insert is adapted to fit between the knee portion of the leg guard and the knee when the leg guard is worn. The removable insert may be placed in a plurality positions on the inner surface of the knee portion and cooperates with the knee to maintain the leg guard in alignment on the front of the leg.

Abstract: A goaltender's leg pad toe anchor includes a houve which is secured to the lower portion of a leg pad. Two elongate bands extend downwardly from the houve, with the bands being drawn through and crossed within a toe opening of a skate blade carrier. Each of the bands is releasably attached to a transverse strap which extends beneath the skate from one side of the leg pad to the other. The ends of the bands may be looped, with the transverse strap being threaded through the loops.

Abstract: A thigh protector for rodman comprised of a shield member which extends over the thigh from the groin to approximately the knee and a reinforcing member positioned underneath the shield member at a location where the rodman will position one or more rods. The reinforcing member is preferably comprised of a narrow piece of curved material that serves the function of keeping the shield member centered on the front of the rodman's thigh and also distributes the weight of the one or more rebars that are positioned on the rodman's thigh so as to reduce the likelihood of the one or more rebars injuring the rodman's thigh. In use, the rodman carries the bundle of rebar on their shoulders and then positions a front leg forward with the knees slightly bent so that the thigh, which is wearing the thigh protector, is at least partially horizontal. The bundle of rods are then dropped onto the thigh and the rodman holds them in place with at least one of their hands.

Abstract: A protective leg guard having a removable insert for orienting the leg guard on a leg. The protective leg guard includes a protective knee portion having an inner surface generally contoured to substantially overlay the knee. A removable insert is adapted to fit between the knee portion of the leg guard and the knee when the leg guard is worn. The removable insert may be placed in a plurality positions on the inner surface of the knee portion and cooperates with the knee to maintain the leg guard in alignment on the front of the leg.

Abstract: A body roller suit (1) containing a plurality of rollers (20) wherein a wearer's body can roll along the ground or other surface. More particularly, the body roller suit contains a distribution of rollers (20) such that a wearer lying on a surface would be supported entirely by rollers (20). Additional apparel and equipment can be worn for safety and control while using the body roller suit (1). The invention further relates to methods for producing a roller suit (1).

Abstract: The present invention teaches novel articles of apparel and protective equipment including light-cure materials having a permanent memory capability. Accordingly, the present invention can be used to make shin-guards, knee pads, thigh pads, hip pads, rib guards, shoulder pads, elbow pads, biceps pads, forearm pads, gloves, neck guards, face guards, chin straps, wrist guards, helmets and prosthetic devices.

Abstract: The invention provides an adjustable leg pad assembly comprising a knee shield, a shin shield, a liner, a shield extension, an adjustable liner, and fasteners for joining the adjustable liner and the liner. The liner is fixedly connected to both the knee shield and the shin shield while the shield extension is adjustably mounted on an interior portion of the shin shield and extends from a lower portion of the latter. The adjustable liner, which is adapted to be releasably mounted to the liner, includes connection means to enable its coupling to the shield extension. Moreover, the fasteners are capable of varying the positioning of the liner and the adjustable liner relative to one another.

Abstract: The present invention teaches novel articles of apparel and protective equipment including light-cure materials having a permanent memory capability. Accordingly, the present invention can be used to make shin-guards, knee pads, thigh pads, hip pads, rib guards, shoulder pads, elbow pads, biceps pads, forearm pads, gloves, neck guards, face guards, chin straps, wrist guards, helmets and prosthetic devices.

Abstract: A hockey pant assembly having an outer pant portion and an inner protective padding comprising a protective girdle and a pair of front thigh padding protectors. The inner protective padding is releasably connected as a unit to the outer pant such that it can be removed and installed quickly and easily in a variety of outer pants of different colors and designs.

Abstract: A shin guard that includes a shell having a first surface and a second surface that face each other and define a concave interior volume of space that extends along a longitudinal dimension of the shell. A leg support includes a first end attached to the shell and a second free end that extends past the first surface and lies over the concave interior volume of space, wherein the leg support does not engage the second surface.

Abstract: Combination one-piece hand/forearm paddings and shin/foot paddings are disclosed, preferably, for use during martial arts events. The one-piece construction provides for a greater area of protection, and prevents the forearm and shin portions of the paddings from sliding up or down the wearer's arms and legs, respectively.

Abstract: A weight displacing knee protector pad having a main body comprised of a piece of foam or the like covered with a protective coating such as fabric. The foam has a top and a bottom and a front and a back and two sides. The top has a contoured channel running longitudinally through the center that conforms to the shape of the lower leg. The foam is enclosed in a cover of heavy duty fabric material. A substantially rigid material with a nonslip surface is fastened to the padding and the cover on the bottom. The rigid material extends past the front edge of the foam just past the knee. The foam provides support to the lower leg but stops before the knee. The rigid bottom means displaces the weight which would usually be applied to the knee, back to the lower leg while providing support and balance when leaning forward. Affixed to each side of weight displacing knee protector pad for attaching it to the lower leg are two strapping means comprised of elastic or the like.

Abstract: In a protective garment, a facing and backing layer are positioned adjacent one another with a layer of insulating material interposed therebetween. The layers are sewn together in a quilted pattern defined by lines of stitching, portions of which include closely spaced patterns of reinforcing stitches. The facing and backing layers as well as the insulating layer of material are sized to extend around and partway along the limb of a wearer with fasteners extending along opposed lateral edges to releasably attach the garment to the wearer's limb.

Abstract: A protector pad (10) for a sportsman includes and outer protector (11) adapted to at least partially assume the shape of the area to be protected and an inner shock absorbing pad (12) in the form of an air cushioned pad. The outer protector (11) is formed from moulded plastics material and has longitudinal ribs (13) which permit the protector to achieve a curvature fit around the area to be protected.

Abstract: A kneepad is disclosed which includes a lower leg support adapted to closely engage a lower leg of a user and a knee cover which conforms to the shape of a knee but is physically separate therefrom. A curved portion connects the lower leg support and the knee cover. A strap is included which is adapted to engage an ankle of a user.

Abstract: A multi-layer garment pad construction (10) for attachment to the interior surface (101) of a garment (100) on the knee or elbow portion. The construction (10) including a waterproof layer (11) and a padded layer (12) frictionally associated with one another and also frictionally associated respectively with an outer adhesive layer (13) and an inner overlap layer (14) which are fixedly joined to one another to form a sealed chamber surrounding the waterproof (11) and padded (12) layers.

Abstract: A water resistant covering covers a part of the body, prevents water from penetrating the covering, and can be emplaced on the body with a single hand.

Abstract: A knee protecting device for removing pressure from the knees of a person who is kneeling. The knee protecting device includes a rigid panel having an inner surface and an outer surface. The panel has a first end edge, a second end edge, a first side edge and a second side edge. A pad is attached to the outer surface and is positioned generally adjacent to the first end edge. A plurality of securing members is attached to the panel for removably securing the panel to a leg.

Abstract: Combination one-piece hand/forearm paddings and shin/foot paddings are disclosed, preferably, for use during martial arts events. The one-piece construction provides for a greater area of protection, and prevents the forearm and shin portions of the paddings from sliding up or down the wearer's arms and legs, respectively.

Abstract: A hip protecting device for minimizing risk of hip breakage upon a fall having a belt from which one or two gas inflatable pockets are suspended substantially over the hip joint or hip joints of a wearer. The hip protecting device further has a means for detecting rate and degree of attitudinal changes of the wearer, a microprocessor and inflation means. Upon detection of both a rate and degree of change in attitude of the wearer outside certain preprogrammed limits, the microprocessor sends a signal to the inflation means thereby causing the pocket or pockets to inflate and cushion the hips from the fall.

Abstract: A leg protection system selectively covers a person's lower leg and knee for protection against environmental elements. The leg protection system comprises a first protective cover and a second protective cover which are selectively attachable to each other to define a single leg protection system. The first protective cover is adapted to cover the front and side portions of a wearer's knee. The first protective cover has a top portion and a bottom portion, whereby the top and bottom portions are formed of a flexible material for generally fitting the contour of the knee. The bottom portion has a first releasable strap assembly adapted to extend behind the wearer's leg to operatively attach the first protective cover over the knee. The second protective cover is adapted to cover the front and side portions of a wearer's lower leg. The second protective cover is formed of a flexible material for generally fitting the contour of the lower leg.

Abstract: A garment adapted to cover the body of a wearer at least partially and including a covering for one or more of the extremities of the user. Depending upon the type of garment, such covering(s) can include a collar and/or sleeves and/or legs. The garment includes at least one comfort element, fixedly attached to the peripheral ends of at least one of the extremity covering(s), and extending beyond these ends so as to be in contact, at least locally, with the skin of the neck and/or of the wrists and/or of the ankles of the user, and to provide the latter with a comfortable sensation when the garment is worn.

Abstract: An articulated device for protecting the knee as well as above-the-knee and below-the-knee leg portions comprises a first part shaped and dimensioned to cup the knee and cradle a small section of the leg above it. A second part forming a greave for the below-the-knee portion of the leg is slidingly connected to a longitudinal plate which is hinged at its top to the lower edge of the first part. An adjustable elastomeric strap biases the second part away from the first part, allowing the two parts to move axially in relation to one another during flexion and extension of the knee, while keeping the device tautly against the leg and knee at all times.

Abstract: The protective athletic pad includes padding, which extends across the knee or elbow, and along front and sides of the lower leg or forearm, to further protect the user from abrasion, cuts and bruises while actively engaged in a sport or other strenuous activity. Opposing U-shaped relief openings are provided adjacent to the opposing sides of a user's knee or elbow to increase flexibility. The adjustable protective athletic pad protects the front portion of the user's knee. The athletic pad extends to the user's lower leg and shin, or to the user's lower arm, to protect against abrasion, burns or cuts resulting from falling, or sliding on the ground during strenuous athletic activity. The opposing sides of the athletic pad are adjustably secured with hook and loop fasteners to provide adjustable tension and positioning of the athletic pad.

Abstract: A combined elbow and foot protector comprising strapping members (22, 24) for strapping of the protector to the body of the user, and a sole (10) attached to a flexible base (8). The sole (10) comprises at least two rigid sections (12, 14, 16) connected to each other by a flexible joining member (20) adapted to allow the sole to be easily bent until a front section (12) and a heel section (16) form a substantial angle with each other. The protector can be used either as a shoe strapped to the foot of the user, or as an elbow or knee protector strapped to the arm or leg of the user.

Abstract: A protective element is provide in which a honeycomb element for absorbing impact loads is sandwiched between a forward facing load spreading layer and a foam backing. The forward facing layer is transparent so that the condition of the honeycomb can be inspected.

Abstract: A deflecting and protective shield guard device, system and method of manufacturing and use is disclosed for utilization on or interaction with the lower or distal and proximately middle areas of a user's limb, when a user is exposed to a work environment where equipment is being used, or where ground or airborne particles, substances or debris are being emitted. The device has a shield body having connecting pairs of positionally opposing, end sections and lateral portions; and outboard and inboard surfaces. One end section is arced in shape, the other is sinusoidal, or in the nature of a periodic function curve having maximum peak and minimum sulcate portions; and each of the lateral portions is provided with configurations which exhibit wave-curve segment, arced, and linear, areas.

Abstract: A forearm guard is disclosed wherein the components thereof provides both effective impact protection to the forearm and perspiration absorbing capability to prevent moisture from effecting the user's grip. In the preferred embodiments of the invention, the forearm guard comprise a sleeve of stretchable material and a flexible impact absorbing pad affixed to the forearm portion of said sleeve. The sleeve is preferable comprised of washable fabric that includes an elastomeric component, and/or is woven to provide stretchability. The sleeve can be of any suitable length and diameter effective to secure the impact absorbing pad over the forearm and thereby protect the forearm of the wearer during an athletic activity. In the preferred embodiments of this invention, the forearm guard is particularly suitable in the protection of the forearm of a baseball player from a wild pitch during batting.

Abstract: In a protective garment, a facing and backing layer are positioned adjacent one another with a layer of insulating material interposed therebetween. The layers are sewn together in a quilted pattern defined by lines of stitching, portions of which include closely spaced patterns of reinforcing stitches. The facing and backing layers as well as the insulating layer of material are sized to extend around and partway along the limb of a wearer with fasteners extending along opposed lateral edges to releasably attach the garment to the wearer's limb.

Abstract: A leg protection system selectively covers a person's lower leg and knee for protection against environmental elements. The leg protection system comprises a first protective cover and a second protective cover which are selectively attachable to each other to define a single leg protection system. The first protective cover is adapted to cover the front and side portions of a wearer's knee. The first protective cover has a top portion and a bottom portion, whereby the top and bottom portions are formed of a flexible material for generally fitting the contour of the knee. The bottom portion has a first releasable strap assembly adapted to extend behind the wearer's leg to operatively attach the first protective cover over the knee. The second protective cover is adapted to cover the front and side portions of a wearer's lower leg. The second protective cover is formed of a flexible material for generally fitting the contour of the lower leg.

Abstract: A fastener for a shin guard mounted on the leg of an athlete including upper and lower bands connected at their ends by diagonal bands, fork bands connecting the outer ends of the upper and lower bands to each other, a band of pile fabric extending outwardly from one of the fork bands, and a band of hook fabric extending outwardly from the other of the fork bands.

Abstract: A fastener for a shin guard mounted on the leg of a horse including upper and lower bands connected at their ends by diagonal bands, fork bands connecting the outer ends of the upper and lower bands to each other, a band of pile fabric extending outwardly from one of the fork bands, and a band of hook fabric extending outwardly from the other of the fork bands.

Abstract: An appliance for protection against impact and strain injury and comprising an inner flexible web or sleeve (10, 15) adapted to be worn about a part of the body such as the lower leg and to conform closely to the shape thereof, and a series of interconnected outer rigid plates (18) attached to the inner web or sleeve (10, 15) such as to provide impact absorption and distribution whilst permitting relative movement between the plates and maintaining its position in use without restraining the wearer's bodily movement. The device is particularly intended to prevent injuries to sports people.

Abstract: Flexible pads primarily intended for use as protective padding for athletes and other users. In one preferred embodiment, the pads include two, outer layers of substantially inelastic material spaced apart by a middle section of discrete beads of substantially elastic, resilient material. Adjacent beads of the middle section preferably abut one another and are integrally joined to each other. Similarly, the outer layers of the pad contact adjacent beads of the middle section sandwiched therebetween and are joined to them to form an integral, strong pad. The outer layers of the pads are preferably porous and breathable and made of waterproof (non-absorbent) material. The resilient beads are preferably also made of waterproof material wherein moisture and air will readily pass through the assembled pads but will not be absorbed by any of the component layers or beads. The pads help to keep the athlete cool and dry in use and can be washed and dried for re-use.

Abstract: A protective guard particularly intended for soccer players in which the participant wears the protective guard below the wearer's knees to protect the wearer's shins, calves, ankles and Achilles tendon from possible impact.

Abstract: An extensible leg pad including an upper portion and a lower portion. The upper portion comprises a rigid knee shield and a first rigid shin, and the lower portion comprises a second rigid shin shield. These shields comprise overlapping surfaces that allow adjustment of the overall length of the pad. The pad also comprises a belt which secures together the upper and lower portions and which is responsive to tension for pressing the overlapping surfaces together at a contacting area.

Abstract: A batter's lower leg protector product, including a lower leg protector for being custom-formed to the shape of a batter's lower leg while flexible and upon hardening providing a rigid, supporting custom fit. The lower leg protector product includes an outer container formed of moisture-impervious material. A flexible lower leg protector is positioned in the container in substantially moisture-free conditions and sealed therein against entry of moisture until use. The lower leg protector includes a leg portion shaped to provide, when in place on a batter's leg, protection to the front, lateral and medial aspects of the leg above the ankle and optionally-detachable ankle flap portions integrally formed with a bottom edge of the leg portion and shaped to provide protection to the lateral and medial ankle bones.

Abstract: An inflatable support for lower legs including a knee support adapted for receiving a knee therein. A lower leg and foot support is secured to the knee support. The lower leg and knee support is comprised of a tubular member capable of being filled with a selected material. The tubular member is arranged to define an upper shin support, a lower floor support, and a bend positionable within an arch between a foot and an ankle. The tubular member is positionable along the lower leg and foot to evenly distribute the weight thereof as applied when in kneeling position. A heat retaining bladder is coextensive with the tubular member to impart heat the the lower leg directly and indirectly through the tubular member.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an improved pair of chaps (15) for use by a rider when riding a horse. In the preferred embodiment, the chaps are comprised of two leg portions (16, 18), an upper portion (19), the upper portion having a yoke portion (20), the yoke portion having a waist belt (21), whereby the chaps may be worn without trousers and provide protection to the rider. The invention discloses that each leg portion may have an off-center seam (22) and the seam may be set off-center (23) by one half inch. Each leg portion may include a snap connection (24) for raising the lower part of the leg portion. The waist belt may comprise belt tips (26) adapted for use with a buckle set, or the waist belt may include a concho (27). The yoke portion may include an inner pocket (28) and each leg portion may include a boot contour (29) and/or fringe (30).

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for the protection of the leg of the operator of a weed whip, the device including a cylindrical wall having elastic mechanism at the upper end of the wall for securement to the user's leg and mechanism at the lower end of the wall for securement with respect to the foot of the operator.

Abstract: A lower leg protection means for preventing injury to a person's lower leg. The lower leg protection means includes a pair of thin, laterally curved rigid members which are enclosed with foam material such as polyfoam and which are essentially made of carbon fiber graphite. Each of the thin, laterally curved rigid members is fastened about a particular region of a person's lower leg with fasteners which includes a three first strips of hook and loop fasteners, a pair of elongate elastic members, and a pair of second strips of hook and loop fasteners attached to the elongate elastic members. One of the thin, laterally curved, padded rigid members is adapted to fit about and protect a person's shin, and the other of the thin, laterally curved, padded rigid members is adapted to fit about and protect a person's Achilles tendon.

Abstract: A fastener for a shin guard mounted on the leg of an athlete including upper and lower bands connected at their ends by diagonal bands, fork bands connecting the outer ends of the upper and lower bands to each other, a band of pile fabric extending outwardly from one of the fork bands, and a band of hook fabric extending outwardly from the other of the fork bands. A combined shin guard and fastener wherein the upper and lower bands are secured to the shin cover. A shin guard fastener consisting of an elongated flexible and resilient band having a central portion with a first attachment member for attaching the central portion to a sock or shin cover, and second and third attachment members on the end portions of the band for attaching the end portions to each other.