Shoulder And Back Patents (Class 2/44)
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Patent number: 8733544Abstract: The necktie travel bag of the present invention is designed and configured to maintain one or more neckties flat and unwrinkled during travel or storage so that it can be ready to be worn by a user and accent the attire instantly upon unpacking. By allowing the neckties to be packed in a perfectly elongated flat configuration without any folding or bending, the necktie travel bag maintains the neckties unwrinkled and flat even if it is shoved inside a suit case or suit bag along with a multitude of other items that shift and move during travel. The rigidly flexible material that is used to make the necktie travel bag of the present invention keeps the neckties unwrinkled while a hook attachment allows the necktie travel bag to be hung inside a suit bag or a closet.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2011Date of Patent: May 27, 2014Inventor: Jason Ashley
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Patent number: 8683612Abstract: The invention is directed to a cervical spine protection apparatus one or more composite bands attached to provide restraint of one or more motions of the cervical spine of a wearer. The apparatus is designed to protect a wearer from incurring cervical spinal injuries, and/or to reduce the severity of cervical spine injuries without substantially compromising the normal functional range of motion of the wearer's cervical spine.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2013Date of Patent: April 1, 2014Assignee: Drexel UniversityInventors: Sorin Siegler, Mary Milone, Yoganand Ghati
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Publication number: 20130283492Abstract: A personal equipment suspension system with active support to the lumbar region includes a belt to surround the user's waist and a frame supported on the belt with a resilient membrane of synthetic elastomeric crystalline material in tension on the frame to be interposed between the belt and the user. The frame includes spaced ends and the membrane is a lattice in tension between the spaced ends. In one embodiment, the system is a support belt. In another, it is load bearing such as a backpack configuration. In another, it includes stanchions to support a body armor vest.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2012Publication date: October 31, 2013Inventors: Craig E. Ernst, JR., Jeffrey D. Anderson, Christopher A.J. Iannello, Martin J. Nilsen, David A. Shereyk, Timothy P. Coffield
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Patent number: 8528113Abstract: A cervical spine protection apparatus one or more composite bands attached to provide restraint of one or more motions of the cervical spine of a wearer. The apparatus is designed to protect a wearer from incurring cervical spinal injuries, and/or to reduce the severity of cervical spine injuries without substantially compromising the normal functional range of motion of the wearer's cervical spine.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2012Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Assignee: Drexal UniversityInventors: Sorin Siegler, Mary Milone, Yoganand Ghati
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Patent number: 8435201Abstract: A method for treating a user's back, a user's neck, or combinations thereof. The method can include the steps of: inserting a traction device into a pouch of a fabric garment; disposing the fabric garment over a user; engaging the traction device with a surface; and applying a pressure to the traction device using the user's back. The traction device can provide a therapeutic pressure to the user's back, to the user's neck, or to combinations thereof. The method can use a customizable traction device having a shearable fraction head and body. The shearable traction head and body can each be cut to a custom size to fit a user. The method can use a removable fabric chair cover disposed over a chair. A user can sit on the chair and apply a pressure to the traction device using the user's back.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2009Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Inventors: Jose Gomez, Jr., Victor B. Ramos
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Patent number: 8424112Abstract: This invention concerns improved protective rib and lower back pads (2) for protecting an individual wearing the protective rib and lower back pads (2) against impact to the ribs and/or lower back region of the human body. The improvement comprises protective rib and lower back pads (2) with release mechanism (1) that allows the protective rib and lower back pads (2) to be safely and easily detached from its corresponding pair of protective shoulder pads (4) while the individual wearing the protective rib and lower back pads (2) is maintained in the supine position, thus decreasing the risk of a secondary injury to the individual wearing the protective rib and lower back pads (2) as the protective rib and lower back pads (2) and associated protective shoulder pads (4) are removed.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2010Date of Patent: April 23, 2013Assignee: Riddell, Inc.Inventor: Michael E. Kordecki
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Patent number: 8414514Abstract: A wearable ambulatory traction system for a user. The system can include a traction device with a traction head, a traction body, and a centralizer; a wearable fabric garment; and a pouch secured to the fabric garment. The traction device can be insertable into the pouch. A customizable wearable ambulatory traction system for a user that can include a customizable traction device with a shearable traction head and body which can be cut to a custom size by the user.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 2009Date of Patent: April 9, 2013Inventors: Jose Gomez, Jr., Victor B. Ramos
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Patent number: 8361003Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for diagnosing and treating conditions of the spine employ a garment for selectively positioning vertebrae of a spine of a supine individual, e.g., during diagnostic imaging of the spine. The garment affects movement of vertebrae that can be diagnostically correlated with incidents of back pain.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2009Date of Patent: January 29, 2013Assignee: Si-Bone, Inc.Inventor: Mark A Reiley
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Patent number: 8341770Abstract: The invention is directed to a cervical spine protection apparatus one or more composite bands attached to provide restraint of one or more motions of the cervical spine of a wearer. The apparatus is designed to protect a wearer from incurring cervical spinal injuries, and/or to reduce the severity of cervical spine injuries without substantially compromising the normal functional range of motion of the wearer's cervical spine.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2010Date of Patent: January 1, 2013Assignee: Drexel UniversityInventors: Sorin Siegler, Mary Milone, Yoganand Ghati
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Publication number: 20120311757Abstract: The Lower Back Spinal Support is a back support device worn by people laying down all types of flooring to support your upper torso, consisting of a wearable aluminum alloy breast plate padded in a form cushion, with an aluminum cylindrical telescopic swivel leg for height adjustment (which locks into place) and adjustable neck and back straps.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2012Publication date: December 13, 2012Inventor: James C. Miller
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Patent number: 8291521Abstract: A collar for protecting the neck of a user, useful in particular for motorcycle riders, is envisaged, said collar comprising two half-collars which are pivotably hinged together at one end so as to be rotatable in a substantially horizontal plane and which can be connected together by means of a fastening and release lever, a plate which at the rear extends downwards from the bottom edge of the collar so as to be centred with respect to the spinal column of the user, and a protective shield which extends downwards at the front. The collar is provided with removable padding means where the collar rests on the user's shoulders.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2009Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Assignee: Alpinestars Research SrlInventors: Giovanni Mazzarolo, Colin Ballantyne
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Publication number: 20120150085Abstract: A posture-supporting, spine-aligning garment to support and correct body alignment and general positioning in its wearer-users; the garment being aesthetically pleasing. Posture-support, spine-align shirt with “Backboard” Technology is designed to alleviate back pain by promoting proper lumbar and thoracic alignment, core stabilization, corrective shoulder positioning, and upper body support. Posture-support spine-align garment system comprises an upper body apparel assembly having an elastic retention system; flexible stretch bands; anchors; a backboard, spine-specific support; and at least one fabric cover. The device may be manufactured with all or without one or more of the mentioned items. Posture-supporting, spine-aligning garment may comprise a posture shirt in preferred embodiments.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2011Publication date: June 14, 2012Inventor: Andrew Kayser
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Patent number: 8099799Abstract: Securing devices secure the position of protective pads on the arms of a user of the protective pads. A first strap and a second strap are placed over the head with the head of the user passing in between the first and second strap. The first and second straps connect to a third strap at a first connection point. At a second connection point opposite from the first connection point a fourth strap connects to the first and second straps. The third and fourth straps each connect to an attachment device. The attachment devices connect to the protective pads of the wearer. Each one of the straps can each be adjustable to accommodate wearers of varying dimensions. The attachment devices can be detachable from the protective pads so that the wearer can utilize the securing device in conjunction with protective pads that the wearer already has.Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 2008Date of Patent: January 24, 2012Inventor: Matthew Hunt
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Patent number: 8074294Abstract: A wearable spinal protective apparatus is presented which will protect all parts of the human spinal column from cervical to lumbosacral vertebrae during high velocity activities. The apparatus is worn by user to cover the entire backside from neck and shoulders down, to be secured around the hips. This apparatus has many sections each uniquely designed to work together to reduce all forms of spinal injury. Protection provided by this apparatus is most valuable during high velocity activities. Because of its unique sectional design this apparatus can be tailored to match any size individual and any level of protection desired. The design of this apparatus goes well beyond the prior art of simple hard shell and padding.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2008Date of Patent: December 13, 2011Inventors: Larry Richard Bowlus, Heidi Marie Bowlus, James Brian Szender
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Patent number: 8035525Abstract: A rescue device which attaches to the frame of a self-contained breathing apparatus carried on the back of emergency workers such as firemen, hazardous-waste cleanup crews, and other individuals entering into hostile environments. The rescue device is adapted to connect to the frame of existing self-contained breathing apparatus frames or racks. In one form, the rescue device has a top and bottom frame which connects to the SCBA tank at the top and bottom locations. The frames project around the body of the SCBA tank and extend out to position rolling elements for providing the transportation needs. The frames are connected to the tank of an SCBA by way of a quick-release linkage system. The frames have at the rolling elements ends wheel forks which contain wheels having axles. In another embodiment a skid plate is attached to the ends of the frames in conjunction with the protruding wheels or by itself without rolling elements.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2008Date of Patent: October 11, 2011Inventor: Joseph W. Noonchester
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Publication number: 20110185468Abstract: This disclosure details apparatuses, systems and methods that facilitate a structural support system for reinforced garments. These structural support system may be based on an axial support member joined to a spinal support member by a quick release mechanism. In an implementation, the axial support member may be incorporated with a reinforced garment belt, while the spinal support member is incorporated with a jacket or vest. In this implementation, the members are joined by a quick release pin mechanism, so that the jacket may be quickly removed, while the support belt remains in place. The structural support system may be easily adapted based on the needs of a particular user and configured for a variety of applications. For example, the structural support system may be adapted to be incorporated into a reinforced garment or alternately configured to provide external support.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2008Publication date: August 4, 2011Inventor: Bohdan Theodore Olesnicky
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Patent number: 7988652Abstract: The present invention discloses a pivotal disc is pivotally coupled to a first brace and a second brace. The pivotal disc has a motion-limit member and a positioning member limiting the angle by which the second brace rotates with respect to the first brace with the pivotal disc being the axis and fixing the angle between the first and second braces. The present invention is characterized in that the motion-limit member uses a range-adjust member to push a slide block and determine the range that a block portion of the second brace is blocked by the slide block, and that the positioning member uses a switch knob actuates on end of a positioning rod to engage with or depart from a positioning notch on the pivotal disc, and that the pivotal disc has two limit elements to define the maximum movement range of the first brace and the second brace.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2008Date of Patent: August 2, 2011Assignee: Huntex CorporationInventor: Chia-Chang Chao
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Patent number: 7962968Abstract: This invention concerns improved protective rib and lower back pads for protecting an individual wearing the protective rib and lower back pads against impact to the ribs and/or lower back region of the human body. The improvement comprises protective rib and lower back pads with release mechanisms that allow the protective rib and lower back pads to be safely and easily detached from its corresponding pair of protective shoulder pads while the individual wearing the protective rib and lower back pads is maintained in the supine position, thus decreasing the risk of a secondary injury to the individual wearing the protective rib and lower back pads as the protective rib and lower back pads and associated protective shoulder pads are removed.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2009Date of Patent: June 21, 2011Inventor: Michael E Kordecki
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Publication number: 20110131697Abstract: Improved posture-improving garment is disclosed. The improved posture-improving garment has a hard-to-stretch region provided in a rear body part, the hard-to-stretch region having higher inelasticity than a garment main part, wherein a region woven in a portion corresponding to a vicinity of a lower part of a rhomboid muscle, and a region woven in a portion corresponding to lower fibers of a trapezius muscle and a vicinity of an inferior posterior serratus muscle, are woven in an integrated fashion with the hard-to-stretch region.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2009Publication date: June 9, 2011Inventor: Takemasa Kawahara
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Publication number: 20110054373Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for diagnosing and treating conditions of the spine employ a garment for selectively positioning vertebrae of a spine of a supine individual, e.g., during diagnostic imaging of the spine. The garment affects movement of vertebrae that can be diagnostically correlated with incidents of back pain.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 1, 2009Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventor: Mark A. Reiley
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Patent number: 7833182Abstract: A device to support the human back/spine and provide assistance in bending, lifting and standing upright comprises a strap and belt system for attachment to the body and one or more bias/tension member to provide the force necessary to urge the user's back to remain or return to a straight position. When used as intended, the device serves to encourage a healthy body position for lifting, and/or to alleviate or prevent back pain associated with bending or lifting. The bias/tension member preferably comprises at least one tension rod that is adjustably fixed to a waist belt, and slidably received by an upper bracket at or near the shoulder blade region of the back. The length of the preferred two tension rods, in effect, may be adjusted by adjusting how or where the rods are fixed to the waist belt, for example.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2007Date of Patent: November 16, 2010Inventor: Phillip K. Hughes
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Patent number: 7803127Abstract: A supporting device is worn on the human body to counteract the weight force of the torso in a bent-over posture. The weight force of the human torso in a bent-over posture is to be taken up wholly or partly by the supporting device. The user is not to be restricted in his body movements by wearing this supporting device and using its switching functions, as is the case with known models. The use of differently positioned articulation embodiments on the supporting device which is designed ergonomically and adjustable for different body dimensions and is equipped with switching functions is to ensure practical and functional usability for the user. The device is a preventive device for people working in sectors such as building and agriculture who have to perform upward and downward movements of the torso or adopt a bent-over posture very frequently, as strain-relief for the spinal column and to reduce occupational disorders.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2007Date of Patent: September 28, 2010Inventor: Dirk Giesen
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Patent number: 7797760Abstract: A upper body protective garment for cushioning blows imparted upon the wearer's body includes a chest protector portion, a back protector portion, and a pair of telescopic shoulder protector portions. The protective garment includes a variety of different designs formed in the outer surface of the chest protector, the back protector portion and the pair of shoulder protector portions. The designs are formed by radio frequency welding a plurality of different fabric pieces together.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2007Date of Patent: September 21, 2010Assignee: Warrior Sports, Inc.Inventors: David Morrow, Matthew Winningham, Jesse Hubbard
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Patent number: 7789842Abstract: An adjustable sling that can be used to hold a patient's arm, wrist and hand in a multiple positions and eliminate stress to the neck and shoulder. The adjustable sling has a pouch for holding the patient's arm, wrist and hand and the pouch is held at its opposite ends by a pair of straps that are detachably affixed to the pouch. The straps pass over the shoulders of the patient on both sides of the head with free ends extending downwardly over the back of the patient to be affixed to the clothing of the patient much in the manner of suspenders. Both of the straps have length-adjusting devices that allow the length of the straps to be adjusted in accordance with the desired position and angle of the pouch. The free ends may be attached to the belt of the patient at the patient's back with connecting devices that clamp onto the belt.Type: GrantFiled: October 1, 2007Date of Patent: September 7, 2010Inventor: Donald Bittar
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Publication number: 20100125230Abstract: This invention is a back support system designed to reduce the stress exerted on the back of a wearer when he bends over to lift a load. This back support system comprises a harness and a yoke for distributing the load on the shoulder of the wearer. The back support also comprises a tension system equipped with elastic cables. The back support further comprises leggings including straps designed to wrap around the sole of the wearer and to maintain the force acting on the leg as close as possible to the bone structure of the leg of the wearer, thereby relieving stress on his back and along his legs.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2008Publication date: May 20, 2010Inventor: Patrick Timothy Hurley
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Patent number: 7704121Abstract: A one piece maternity support for the relief of discomfort associated with the progressive changes in the human body associated with a normal pregnancy. The support has a body encircling upper band for the support of the lower uterine segment and a lower belt having a pair of tensionable arms that connect to the upper band to support the lumbar region and offer counter rotational force for the anteriorly tilted pelvis. The position of the lower arms is optimized to apply a constant pressure to the muscles above the hip joint providing relief from so-called hip pain associated with many pregnancies.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2007Date of Patent: April 27, 2010Inventor: Mary Ellen Goodman
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Publication number: 20090209894Abstract: A system for biomechanically protecting a person carrying a structure on their back includes a body portion carried about the person's back and shoulders. A shoulder area pad is connected to the body portion and covers a portion of the person's shoulder area. A scapula area pad spaces the structure from the person's spine of the scapula area and covers a portion of the person's back adjacent the spine of the scapula. A para-spinal pad spaces the structure from the person's spinous processes and extends substantially the length of the person's spine, covering a portion of the person's para-spinal musculature. Protection from the structure is also provided by a lateral pad that covers a lateral portion of the person's back, a kidney pad that covers a portion of the person's back to protect the kidneys, and a sacrum pad that covers a portion of the person's sacrum area.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2006Publication date: August 20, 2009Inventor: Wesley J. McAllister
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Patent number: 7568966Abstract: The invention is directed to a garment, such as a tank top, camisole, bra top, shirt, athletic shorts or athletic pants, unitards or leotards, comprising a cushion for comforting the spine during activities performed while laying on the back, such as yoga, pilates, bodysculpting, exercising, etc. The garments of the present invention may further comprise a means for cushioning the clavicle, sternum, shoulder blades, hips or pelvis.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2004Date of Patent: August 4, 2009Assignee: Vanity Fair, Inc.Inventors: Philippa G. N. Abbey, Justina Mazza Lyons
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Publication number: 20080300522Abstract: A device for supporting the abdominal region of a user. A rectangularly-shaped stretch material having first and second distal ends and fixture elements proximate said distal ends are provided for facilitating the releaseable joinder of them about the abdominal region of a user. A plurality of straps are affixed at the mid-point of the stretch material which, in turn, support rings. A series of stretchable bands pass through the rings and in turn are each connected to a pair of connectors such that when the connectors are joined, the stretchable bands provide a force against the stretch material urging the distal ends toward the mid-point of this material.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2007Publication date: December 4, 2008Inventors: Charlene Chen, Nam C. Quach
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Publication number: 20080254712Abstract: A support system includes: an abdominal band for supporting weight of an abdomen of a user, the abdominal band adapted for encircling a lower portion of the abdomen and resting on hips and lower back of the user; a pair of shoulder straps, each shoulder strap adapted for passing over a respective shoulder of the user and fastening with the abdominal band over an anterior of the user and over a posterior of the user; and a pair of groin bands, each groin band adapted for passing under a crotch of the user and fastening with the abdominal band over an anterior of the user and over a posterior of the user. A method of use and another method for fabrication are provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2008Publication date: October 16, 2008Inventor: Caroline West Christensen
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Publication number: 20080188785Abstract: A garment designed to provide support to the major muscle groups of the back and legs in order to reduce muscle fatigue and stress on the vertebrae and their disks. The garment is comprised of several semi-rigid rods (314) that are attached to a lumbar support belt (310) but are free to move vertically within channels of material (410) along the back and the posterior area of the upper thighs. This movement gives the user flexibility and range of motion, both vertically and laterally. The support rods (314) are comprised of a semi-rigid material that will have enough flexibility to bend with the user but enough rigidity to assist the muscles in holding the user's body in a semi-upright position. The garment is comprised of a form fitting material so that the support rods are snug to the body, providing optimum support for the large muscle groups.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 4, 2008Publication date: August 7, 2008Inventors: Kurt D. Shutes, Mary B. Shutes
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Patent number: 7394387Abstract: A rescue device which attaches to the frame of a self-contained breathing apparatus carried on the back of emergency workers such as firemen, hazardous-waste cleanup crews, and other individuals entering into hostile environments. The rescue device is adapted to connect to the frame of existing self-contained breathing apparatus frames or racks. In one form, the rescue device has a top and bottom frame which connects to the SCBA frame at the top and bottom locations. The frames project around the body of the SCBA tank and extend out to position rolling elements for providing the transportation needs. The frames have at the rolling elements ends wheel forks which contain wheels having axles. In another embodiment a skid plate is attached to the ends of the frames in conjunction with the protruding wheels or by itself without rolling elements. Other ways of creating the reduction in frictional drag are provided such as a sled type configuration and a track system.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2006Date of Patent: July 1, 2008Inventor: Joseph W Noonchester
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Patent number: 7207963Abstract: A shoulder brace including a shoulder member mountable to a patient's shoulder, and a positioning device that increases pressure to the shoulder in accordance with the position of the patient's arm. In one embodiment, the shoulder brace includes a shoulder member with an open portion forming substantially rigid first and second arms and a positioning device that varies the spacing of the first and second arms according to the position of the patient's arm. In another embodiment, the positioning device includes a tensioning ring and first and second tension triggering straps that provide anterior and posterior compression of the shoulder joint when the arm is moved into a danger zone. In another embodiment, the shoulder brace includes a first mounting member mountable to the pectoral area, a second mounting member mountable to the upper arm, and a connecting member that connects the first and second mounting members.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2004Date of Patent: April 24, 2007Assignee: Fountainhead, LLCInventors: Bruce G. Kania, Warren Harding, David L. Zimmerman
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Patent number: 7101348Abstract: A lower torso support has first and second front panels that are attachable to each other and independently moveable with respect to the side portions of the support. The front panels can be any suitable dimensions. However, slipper shapes are deemed to be the most useful, with front panels preferably at least 15 cm long and at least 6 cm tall at their tallest point. In preferred embodiments the front panels are readily attachable to and detachable from the side portions in a wide variety of superior to inferior and medial to lateral positions. At present the preferred mechanism for making those connections is a hook and loop mechanism, which has the advantage of also allowing the front panels to be angled with respect to the side portions in any suitable orientation.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2004Date of Patent: September 5, 2006Assignee: Carsar, LLCInventors: Geoffrey Garth, Albert Romo
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Patent number: 6976453Abstract: The invention concerns a movement restricting apparatus designed to prevent an animal from reaching with its mouth or some of its limbs, a zone of its body to be protected. The apparatus comprises features for fixing the apparatus to the animal and for restricting movement being attached or linked to each other. A dorsal slide on the feature for restricting movement is designed to be placed perpendicular to the animal's saggital symmetry, against the top of a part of its spine, and is in the form of a profiled section with open or closed cross-section.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2001Date of Patent: December 20, 2005Inventor: Emmanuel Goudal
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Patent number: 6921375Abstract: A lumbar fixed belt that mainly holds a lumbar and a pelvic fixed belt that mainly holds the pelvis are integrally provided, and the pelvic fixed belt is inclined to the lumbar fixed belt 2 at 20° to 30° toward a lumboabdominal region, correspondingly to a physiological pelvic angle of inclination ?.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2003Date of Patent: July 26, 2005Assignees: Taketora Co., Ltd.Inventor: Shunichi Kihara
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Patent number: 6886186Abstract: The present invention provides a safety device for use with a sports helmet as a means of reducing neck and spinal cord injuries that are common to contact sports. The preferred embodiment of the inventive device is intended for use with a sports safety helmet. The device comprises an elastic cord having a fastening member at a first end that engages a complementary fastening member disposed on the safety helmet. A second end of the elastic cord attaches to an adjustable strap that attaches to a belt disposed on the body of a user. In operation, the device provides resistance to the user's ability to hold his head in a lowered position. It is appreciated that holding the head in an upright position reduces the risk of accidental neck and/or spinal cord injury due to collisions.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2003Date of Patent: May 3, 2005Inventor: Cheryl Jansen
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Patent number: 6766532Abstract: The present invention contains a back support belt brace system comprised of a back panel, two side panels, two side wings, and a belt. The side wings are attached anywhere along the back panel and side panels using a hook and loop fastener providing adjustability. The belt is connected to the back panel, side panels, and two side wings with a hook and loop fastener. The belt contains an end with a belt buckle and an end with a plurality of holes, which are interlocked to secure the brace. An adjustable suspension system is attached to the support brace using clips. The suspension system contains adjustable suspenders, shoulder padding, and upper back padding. The back support belt brace system is worn around the waist and the lumbar region of a wearer. The suspension system is worn around the chest and upper back of a wearer, similar to a vest.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2003Date of Patent: July 27, 2004Assignee: Rooster Products International, Inc.Inventor: Daniel F. Cabana
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Publication number: 20030130603Abstract: The orthopedic garment is a one-piece garment especially suited for patients with osteoporosis and is made a cotton or synthetic fiber material and has different stretch zones each having a certain tension when applied. The rear area of the garment (1) is provided with a long pocket (2), which is open at the top or bottom and which accommodates a narrow rigid splint (4) that supports the vertical column of the spine. The splint is held inside the pocket (2) in a flexible manner or with a little play.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2002Publication date: July 10, 2003Inventor: Helmut W. Minne
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Patent number: 6585673Abstract: An elasticized pressure binder and pack positioner comprises a pocket, a pair of elongated elasticized straps, and a pair of elongated extension straps. The pocket has three closed ends and one open end. The open end can be closed by means for closing. The pair of elongated elasticized straps is attached to and extending from one of the three closed ends. There are a pair of hook portions of a hook and loop type fastener structure on the side of the pocket. There is a loop portion of the hook and loop fastener structure at the end of each of the pair of elongated elasticized straps. One side of each of the pair of elongated extension straps is a loop portion of the hook and loop fastener structure. The other side of each of the pair of elongated extension straps is a hook portion of the hook and loop fastener structure.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2002Date of Patent: July 1, 2003Inventor: Andrea Bass
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Patent number: 6503215Abstract: Bandage for parts of the body, which bandage can be drawn tight by means of at least one tightening strap whose one end is secured on the bandage and whose other end, a tensioning end, can be fixed to the bandage, the tightening strap being passed back and forth through deflection rings which are secured on the bandage at a distance from one another, with inclusion of a contraction area, in such a way that a tensile force exerted on the tensioning end of the tightening strap acts in the manner of a pulley on the contraction area and thus shortens the bandage.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2000Date of Patent: January 7, 2003Inventors: Holger C.W. Reinhardt, Hans B. Bauerfeind
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Patent number: 6440094Abstract: An orthopedic method for dynamically enhancing proper posture utilizes an elastic base garment and halter strap system. The base garment is generally collarless and sleeveless, as a stocking-like tube interconnecting a pair of shoulder pads and a waist band, which have hook-fastener securing areas. Correspondingly, the elastic halters have hook-fastener tag ends. The halter's hook fasteners are secured to the base garment's hook-fastener securing areas such that one halter supplies tension between an origin on the right shoulder pad and a termination on the waist band approximately on the left side, as the other halter supplies tension between an origin on the left shoulder pad and another termination on the waist band approximately on the right side, by courses stretching diagonally across the garment's back. Thus the halters provide diagonally-crossing filaments of tension across the patient's back in order to oppose slouching and thereby enhance proper erect posture.Type: GrantFiled: January 5, 2000Date of Patent: August 27, 2002Inventor: Richard D. Maas
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Patent number: 6436065Abstract: In accordance with the present invention there is provided an upper body support characterized by a dorsal member, having a lower portion which extends substantially rearwardly of a wearer, and at least one flexibly resilient element operatively interconnected with the lower portion of the dorsal member so that when the wearer bends at the waist, the dorsal member operates on the or each flexible resilient element in such a manner that the weight of the upper body of the wearer is borne at least partly therethrough.Type: GrantFiled: November 1, 2000Date of Patent: August 20, 2002Assignee: Bendezy PTY LTDInventor: Timothy John Mitchell
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Patent number: 6387067Abstract: A shoulder support device for facilitating correct posture of the shoulders of a wearer of the device. The shoulder support device comprising an elongate base member having first and second opposed free ends. Each of the first and second opposed free ends having a mating attachment component to facilitate releasable coupling of the first and second opposed free ends with one another. A spine support area is provided along an intermediate portion the elongate base member. A first end of a pair of spaced apart shoulder strap members is secured to the elongate base member, adjacent the spine support area, and the second end of each of the shoulder strap members is secured to the elongate base member spaced from the spine support area such that the second ends of each of the shoulder strap members are located in communication with an arm pit of the wearer.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 1999Date of Patent: May 14, 2002Inventor: Jeanne E. Hebert
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Patent number: 6325023Abstract: A method and apparatus for enabling a larger person to assist a smaller disabled person to learn to stand and to walk while keeping the hands of both persons free for other tasks. The apparatus comprises two body harnesses and a foot harness. One of the body harnesses is worn by the larger person and the second body harness is worn by the smaller person. The foot harness is worn by both persons. The first and second harnesses are connected to each other to enable the smaller person to have substantial freedom of movement while the larger person supports and assists the smaller person to walk. A apparatus for enabling a larger person to assist a smaller disabled person to learn to stand and walk while keeping the hands of both persons free for other tasks. The apparatus comprises a harness which is worn by the larger person. The harness is connected to the smaller person so that the smaller person has substantial freedom of movement while the larger person assists the smaller person to walk.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2000Date of Patent: December 4, 2001Inventor: Deborah Ocko Elnatan
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Patent number: 6190340Abstract: A harness that fully supports the user's back, shoulders, and arms while working in a seated position. The harness provides support without restricting the user's freedom of movement. It is fully adjustable and conforms to a wide variety of user body types. Finally, it provides a safe, comfortable, and economic means of supporting the user's back, arms, and shoulders, allowing them to work more comfortably and possibly more efficiently.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 1998Date of Patent: February 20, 2001Assignee: Phillip and Joanne BorellInventor: Jan Borell
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Patent number: 6175967Abstract: An improved impact absorbing composite comprising protective gear including a shell and a protective layer and a fitting pad comprising a substantially air-tight foam-filled enclosure attached to the protective gear and providing means for adjusting the internal pressure of the enclosure.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 1999Date of Patent: January 23, 2001Inventor: Byron A. Donzis
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Patent number: 6145134Abstract: A body protector for being custom fitted to a body part to be protected formed of a flexible garment member shaped to lie over the body part to be protected. The garment member is made with two spaced, inner and outer sheets of material forming an inner pocket between the layers. An opening for access into the pocket is formed along at least one of said edges and includes a closure fastener for opening and closing the opening. An insert made with a moisture curable, resin impregnated material is shaped to fit into and dimensionally conform to the pocket to provide a rigid barrier for the body part when the resin is hardened. Straps are provided to secure the protector to the user.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 1999Date of Patent: November 14, 2000Assignee: Sports Performance ProductsInventors: James B. Davis, Arlene L. Odom
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Patent number: 6146240Abstract: A garment accessory is provided by this invention which is typically built into the torso or waist area of an outer garment worn by a person. The accessory has a back panel attached at each side to a side panel. The side panel provides vertical stability and integrity for the accessory and garment. Attached to each side panel is at least one front panel. The two front panels cross each other and are removeably attached near the opposite side panel to provide uplifting and constraining forces for the torso of the wearer. The front panels comprise at least one band of elastic material removeably secured to the side panels at particular locations to provide the desired lift and constraining configuration.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 1998Date of Patent: November 14, 2000Inventor: Judith Ann Morris
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Patent number: 6145129Abstract: A device to absorb underarm perspiration is provided. The device includes a central body with an absorbent pad disposed thereon. Extending from the upper portion of the central body is a first pair of arms, which include a right and left terminus. Located atop the right and left terminus of the first pair of arms is a first fastening means designed to hold the absorbent pad directly on the underarm by looping generally about the deltoid muscle of the arm and connecting the right arm to the left arm. Extending from the middle portion of the central body is a second pair of arms, which include a right and a left terminus. Located atop the right and left terminus of the second pair of arms is a second fastening means designed to additionally secure the absorbent pad directly on the underarm by affixing the right and left arms of the second pair of arms to the trunk of the user. Extending from the lower portion of the central body is a third pair of arms, which include a right and a left terminus.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 1999Date of Patent: November 14, 2000Inventors: Gerd Czekalla, Jill Czekalla