Abstract: A medical procedure armrest includes a base and a post that is attached to and extends upwardly from the base. An upper end of the post supports a blood pressure reading apparatus. A bar has a first end and a second end. A coupler is attached to the first end of the bar. The coupler is attached to the post. A housing has a top wall, a bottom wall and peripheral wall extending between the top and bottom walls. The second end of the bar is coupled to the housing. A cushioning member is attached to an upper surface of the top wall of the housing.

Abstract: An expansion device, for use for flotation and as a headrest, is formed of flexible corrugated tubing capable of contracting into a compact size for storage, and said tubing capable of expanding for application about the body of the wearer, the expandable tubing including end caps capable of hermetic sealing to seal the interior of the expansion device when used for floatation. The end caps that have an eyelet provided there through, for the application of strapping, when the expansion device is applied to the body of the wearer when used as a flotation support. The expandable tubing is made of polymer, and can include a spiral wire integrated in one of the apex or valley of one tubing to reinforce the expandable tubing during repeated application.

Abstract: A wrist saver for a laptop computer having a monitor screen, a base housing, a keyboard on the base housing and a centered mouse pad on the base housing. The wrist saver includes a four rounded corners rectangular wrist pad having an optimal height between two to three millimeters, so that the monitor screen of the laptop computer can be closed without damage thereto. A structure is for retaining the wrist pad onto a top surface of the base housing in front of the keyboard, between the centered mouse pad and an edge of the base housing. An antimicrobial protective surface is formed on a fabric cover of the pad. The wrist pad will comfortably support a hand of a person using the laptop computer.

Abstract: The present invention is an ergonomically designed apparatus and method for making an apparatus configured to provide hand, wrist, shoulder and/or neck support (and combinations thereof). In various embodiments, the apparatus may be made to be disposable or sanitary, and/or efficiently packaged, mass-produced and stored. The apparatus may be adapted for various anthropometric proportions and body types, and may be used in conjunction with various types of beds, examining tables, tables, chairs and other furniture. Various embodiments may be manufactured without seams and to minimize pressure points.

Abstract: A mouse is provided with function buttons being aligned back and forth on its surface. Thus, the width is narrower than in a general mouse to make the mouse slim. Furthermore, the back-and-forth function buttons can be pressed by a finger tip put on the upper surface of the mouse to operate the mouse.

Abstract: Interacting with a computer is usually done in a sitting position, which can be harmful to people's health. The invention provides a possibility to use reclining furniture, providing dorsal or ventral support or both, with large angles of inclination, including lying down postures facing up or down, while performing work with the computer. The application uses a specially designed mechanical arm holding the monitor which can be used in a combinations with a couch or a sofa to provide a direct view of the monitor from a variety of postures allowed by the article of furniture. Special means such as pivots and telescopic joints are used to adjust a position and orientation of the monitor. The application can be used for viewing both computer and TV monitors.

Abstract: A new ergonomic accoutrement adapted to be attached to a computer mouse was developed to prevent strain injuries to the hand and wrist and prevent or alleviate the symptoms associated with Carpel Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) for those who are repetitive users of computer mouse devices. The accoutrement is designed to leave the carpal tunnel of the user of a computer mouse substantially open, thus precluding tunnel narrowing and the symptoms resulting therefrom. The accoutrement is also designed to maximize comfort of the user, alleviate wrist bend associated with use of the mouse, and be adaptable to different size hands.

Abstract: A keyboard tray can be mounted on an articulating arm and has a passage extending from side to side. A mouse support is slidably mounted within the passage and has a closed position and an extended position. When extended, an outer end of the mouse support can be pivoted forward relative to the tray.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a resting support (10) for supporting portions of a resting person (1) in a forwards leaning seated position, and to a method of using such a support.

Abstract: A keyboard palm rest assembly comprises a frame having an opening therethrough, the opening located corresponding to a position of a palm of a user when the user is utilizing a keyboard located adjacent the opening. The keyboard palm rest assembly also comprises a panel coupled to the frame and disposed across the opening, the panel enabling an airflow therethrough from a side opposite the user's palm to a side corresponding to the user's palm.

Abstract: A device for operating a computer mouse has improved multi-axes mounting to the arm of a desk chair. The device comprises a platform with a holding area for the computer mouse. The platform should be sufficiently sized for a computer operator's forearm to rest thereon. The improved mounting for this device includes a rod from which at least two brackets are connected. One bracket rotatably connects to this rod and the other bracket slidably connects to same. Preferably, a braking mechanism prevents the platform from being rotated too far about the chair arm and dumping all holding area contents.

Abstract: A cushion that provides support for the heel of the hand and wrist, elevates the wrist and minimizes pressure on the central hand/wrist area of nerves, tendons, and vessels while using a computer mouse. A cushion having an upper and lower surface connected by at least one side wall, with a fixation to a computer mouse, surrounding a resilient pad. The lower surface is low friction, to slide on a separate planar surface. The top surface is soft. The middle layer(s) is of varying resilient materials that support the sides of the heel of the hand/wrist, while leaving the central area open. The size of this cushion may vary, to support different sized hands, while using a computer mouse. The connection to the mouse is variable to fit different sizes and shapes of computer mouse.

Abstract: An elbow support apparatus with distal sides and front, back, upper and lower sides constructed as a cushioned or inflatable device having at least a flexible upper surface and a lower surface configured to fit on the lap of the driver of a motor vehicle when the driver is seated adjacent the steering wheel of the vehicle whereby the elbows of the driver are supported such that the driver's hands are maintained in the 9:15 position on the steering wheel; the device is provided with an apron attached to the front side, fasteners attached to each of the distal sides, plural fasteners attached to the back side, and plural, inverted u-shape locating members configured on the lower side of the cushion device.

Abstract: A device of the present invention for supporting a user's arms, head, and hands allowing the user to perform tasks requiring stability and fine motor movement, the device includes a base, at least two upright members operatively attached to the base, and support means operatively attached to each of the upright members.

Abstract: A customizable armrest includes a cushioning pad and a rigid, single support unit being configured to couple the cushioning pad. The rigid, single support unit includes an armrest retention protrusion pivotably coupled to the single support unit. Furthermore, the armrest retention protrusion is configured to be mounted in a window orifice of a vehicle.

Abstract: A palm rest with a detachable assembly mechanism attaches to a keyboard via the detachable assembly mechanism. The palm rest has a shell and at least one assembly mechanism. The shell forms a concave portion. The assembly mechanism has a base and a joint arm. The base is disposed in the concave portion of the shell. One end of the joint arm is pivotally mounted on the base so that the joint arm is rotatable and retractable in order to be received in the concave portion. The other end of the joint arm can extend outside the shell for assembly with the keyboard.

Abstract: A foldable rest support including a frame has at least four sections articulated together about an axis to which is associated a bearing surface, two of the sections constituting the suspension arms. According to the disclosed embodiments, two other of the sections constituting the feet of the support present each one a truncated V shape, and the bearing surface links the sections constituting the suspension arms in order to at least partially cover at least one of the side faces of the foldable support.

Abstract: A device for enhancing the posture of a seated person using a personal viewing item can be placed on and supported by at least a portion of the user's lap or some other support surface, such as a table. The posture enhancement device can facilitate or otherwise force the user in positioning his hands at or above the level of the sternum. As a result, the user's head is kept up and in line with his hands and/or the personal viewing item held in the user's hands. As a result, the user's spine is kept in a neutral position, and the seated user achieves a more ergonomically correct posture when using a personal viewing item. A downward angle of the head is avoided, thereby minimizing future long term health issues that can develop from prolonged periods in such an incorrect posture.

Abstract: Disclosed is a portable head cradle for use by a seated user on an upwardly-facing top surface of a support that has a peripheral edge around the top surface. The portable head cradle includes a support structure configured to be placed on the top surface of the support and shaped and dimensioned for overlying engagement by a seated person's head. The support structure has a first substantially rigid portion and a second substantially rigid portion, the first substantially rigid portion and the second substantially rigid portion joined along at least one edge by a substantially flexible portion. A cradle portion is substantially inverted-U shaped when viewed by a user and dimensioned for engagement by the user at the forehead and cheeks of the user. At least one hook is extendable from the support structure and configured to engage the peripheral edge of the upwardly-facing top surface.

Abstract: A device for positioning and locking a head clamp in a selective position including a first arm, a second arm and a third arm. The third arm having a free end including both a spherical member carried in a socket and including a mounting tube and a gripping device to restrain movement of said spherical member. The head clamp includes a mounting post for insertion to said mounting tube wherein said mounting tube includes a releasable locking device for engaging and holding said mounting post against rotation and withdrawal of said mounting tube to prevent accidental release of the mounting post.

Abstract: A support device and associated appurtenances, which support a user's torso while in a forward leaning position. The device includes a rest the user can lean his/her torso on while working in a forward leaning position, and support structure adapted which can adjust the angle, height, and/or lateral position of the rest. A support device includes support structure, and a rest supported by the support structure, from a base. The rest can support the torso of a user, from the base, as the user leans his/her torso against the rest. Transport structure can be used to move the support structure back and forth along the base. One or more pivotations can be used from base to rest. The invention is useful anywhere a user leans forward for an extended time, such as dentists, working over a desk, over a drafting table, or over a manufacturing line or assembly line.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a device that supports an individual's spine while the individual is in a forward bent position. The device includes a padded rest on which an individual could lean while working in a forward bent position and brackets for adjusting the angle, height, and position of the device. Since the individual leans against the rest, the stresses experienced in the lower, middle and upper back are substantially decreased. Reducing such stress decreases the pain experienced by the individual as well as extends his or her productive life.

Abstract: A portable ergonomic workstation that is substantially a multiple purpose apparatus with applicable uses for small electronic repair, costume jewelry, factory assembly, hobbyists, craft workers, the physically challenged, etc. It includes a support frame that is attached to an arm rest base with an arm rest pad while accommodating multiple removable adjustable attachments that secure working materials. The apparatus allows optimal positioning of the upper body and the secured working materials. In one embodiment, the arm rest base attaches to incline extensions in an adjustable elevated pivotable position over the frame and attachments. This embodiment can also function as a standalone apparatus without attachments, in conjunction with existing non-ergonomic apparatuses or working materials. In another embodiment when a height adjustment is not desired or efficient the the support frame does not include the incline extensions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a control console assembly with a hand rest. There is a need for a control console hand rest which reduces the possibility of unintentional throttle control lever movement. A throttle control lever projects above a console deck. A dome projects from the deck. The lever projects through a slot in a center portion of the dome. The center portion and a first side portion of the dome are connected together by a side wall which faces towards the center portion and lies in a vertical plane. A thumb-receiving recess is formed in a second side portion adjacent to the slot. The deck includes an upper deck and a lower deck. A depression formed by a finger of the lower deck extends around an end of the first portion and is bordered by a side wall. The depression can receive and support part of an operator's hand.

Abstract: A keyboard having a housing, a palm rest platform movably coupled to the housing and a lift mechanism configured to adjust the palm rest platform is described. Through use of hot keys on the keyboard or a user interface on the computer, the palm rest can be automatically adjusted to preferred positions for a number of users by a motor.

Abstract: A pivoting keyboard and mouse tray for attachment to a support structure such as a mobile computer cart. The device includes a keyboard tray adapted to hold a keyboard, a mechanical structure for coupling the keyboard tray to the support structure, one or more hinges between the keyboard tray and the mechanical structure to allow the keyboard tray to be pivoted relative to the support structure and maintain the keyboard tray in the pivoted position, and one or more mouse trays integral with or coupled to the keyboard tray.

Abstract: A device for supporting at least one arm of an operating person during a surgical or medical operation comprises at least one supporting element for supporting the at least one arm of the operating person, the supporting element being arranged at a carrying structure for carrying the at least one supporting element. The carrying structure is configured such that the at least one supporting element can be lowered or raised for adjusting the height of the operating person's arm. The carrying structure comprises a control system which comprises a hydraulic circuit for lowering or raising the at least one supporting element.

Abstract: A mouse pad includes an intermediate layer attached to a base layer, and a coating layer attached to the intermediate layer and arranged for allowing an image or pattern to be applied onto the coating layer with an image output facility by the users themselves. The mouse pad includes a release layer detachable from the base layer for protecting the base layer. A punch line is formed in an outer peripheral portion of the mouse pad for being detached or released from the base layer. The punch line of the mouse pad is preferably not formed in the release layer. The mouse pad includes a thickness for no more than 1 mm for allowing the mouse pad to be applied with the image with the image output facility.

Abstract: A device for operating a computer mouse has improved multi-axes mounting to the arm of a desk chair. The device comprises a platform with a holding area for the computer mouse. The platform should be sufficiently sized for a computer operator's forearm to rest thereon. The improved mounting for this device includes a rod from which at least two brackets are connected. One bracket rotatably connects to this rod and the other bracket slidably connects to same. Preferably, a braking mechanism prevents the platform from being rotated too far about the chair arm and dumping all holding area contents.

Abstract: Apparatus to permit handicapped persons with arm and/or hand injury to manipulate a variety of objects. A extension supports a clamp on one end opposite a hand rest on the other. Straps are used to secure the forearm and hand in place on the apparatus. A bar, which extends outwardly from the rest, can have a variety of items attached to permit manipulating them with the apparatus. A supplemental structure can be attached to the apparatus on the side opposite to the clamp and rest with an open channel along the extension to better engage elongated items. Straps can also be used to secure the elongated items within the channel.

Abstract: A device for supporting at least one arm of an operating person during a surgical or medical operation comprises at least one supporting element for supporting the at least one arm of the operating person, the supporting element being arranged at a carrying structure for carrying the at least one supporting element, wherein the carrying structure is configured such that the at least one supporting element can be lowered or raised for adjusting the height of the operating person's arm. The carrying structure comprises at least one carrying arm, which is pivotable about at least one at least approximately horizontal pivot axis such that pivoting of the carrying arm raises or lowers the at least one supporting element. The carrying structure further comprises a mechanical control system acting on the pivotability of the at least one carrying arm in the upward direction differently from the downward direction.

Abstract: A keyboard/mouse hand pad with massage function, which includes a soft hand having outer peripheries completely covered with massage protuberances that provide a massage effect, and the entire interior is filled with massage pellets, which enable the hand pad to change in form when the wrist of a user is placed thereon, thereby providing both a comfortable and massage effect.

Abstract: An adjustable support device is disclosed for use to relieve fatigue and or strain of the wrists, fingers, arms, and upper body due to repetitive motion or position. The support is comprised of an inflatable main support, a medium dispensing assembly, and a conduit assembly. The support's intended use is in conjunction with devices that require the user to maintain a position on a work surface, such as computer keyboards, pointing devices, and associated device pads. The support features an attached medium dispensing assembly and pressure release valve to allow the user repeatable inflation/deflation cycles and fine adjustments of the support inflation pressure.

Abstract: An improved artist assistive device provides easy adjustment and support of a mahl. The mahl can be repositioned with one hand, eliminating the need for the artist to lay down a work tool to reposition the mahl as required by the prior art. Embodiments include a second, vertical mahl supported from the top rail. Preferably, the top rail has front and rear members with a gap therebetween in which a slide supporting the second mahl is inserted. With the slide in the gap, the position of the vertical mahl can be adjusted by sliding the support along the top rail.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting at least one arm of a person performing manual therapy on a patient lying on a table is provided, wherein the apparatus includes a cradle device shaped to supportingly cradle a portion of the arm between a hand portion and an elbow portion of the person. A cradle device support structure is also provided, wherein the cradle device support structure is movably connected to the cradle device such that the cradle device is movable in a plurality of planes relative to at least one of the patient and the table, wherein the cradle device support structure includes a mounting device for connecting the cradle device support structure to a portion of the table, wherein the cradle device support structure is configurable in a plurality of planes relative to the table.

Abstract: An armrest with an adjustable mechanism includes a base with two grooves extending transversely at two opposite ends, a plurality of cavities defined in the middle of the grooves, and a column defined adjacent to each groove. Two retaining members with each one includes a sliding block and a slot extending transversely. The slot allows the column of the base to be inserted therethrough and has a guiding block disposed about the periphery. A housing includes two guiding holes for receiving the guiding block and a rib having a hole defined thereof. The rib is formed between the guiding holes. The locking means includes a body and a detent received in the hole of the rib. The body is mounted on the rib and pushes the detent against the cavity of the base. The body further includes an operating portion that allows a user to operate.

Abstract: The present invention provides a portable computer peripheral having an attachable palm rest to be integrated therein which allows the user to maintain a wrist-neutral position when using the portable computer. The portable computer palm rest comprises a computer friendly adhesive and color selective top layer for custom applications and a value-added method and apparatus that provides a safeguard by delivering an extra layer of comfort and protection between a User and his/her Laptop/Notebook/MacBook Computer.

Abstract: A raised heated pad or tray that a computer keyboard and/or mouse sits on which vibrates and provides warmth as it supports the wrist during use.

Abstract: A headrest frame fabricated from a plastic material and having a core material with a cross-sectional shape that provides rigidity equal to that of a headrest frame fabricated from iron. The headrest frame has at least a first elongate leg having a core material embedded within a first plastic material. The first plastic material has a substantially round cross-sectional shape in the first elongate leg. At least a portion of the core material in said first elongate leg has a substantially rectangular cross-sectional shape.

Abstract: An adjustable wrist pad for mating a keyboard and a wrist pad base is provided, which comprises a sliding board and a fastening base. The sliding board is provided with a plurality of positioning holes with an engaging portion extended from each of the two ends of one side of the sliding board. The fastening base includes a first housing and a second housing mutually correspondent to each other. Each of the first housing and the second housing is provided with an elastic arm on the middle thereof. A projection is provided on one lower part of the elastic arm of the first housing and corresponds to one of the positioning holes of the sliding board, whereas another projection is provided on one upper part of the elastic arm of the second housing and corresponds to the same positioning hole. The present adjustable wrist pad is formed as a modularized structure, which can connect the keyboard and the wrist pad base.

Abstract: A rapidly adjustable arm brace that provides for the steadying of an extended arm of the wearer, particularly the upper arm for shooting, hunting, videographing or other purposes. This rapidly adjustable arm brace incorporates the use of a gas filled air spring to provide the upward force required to hold the extended arm steady for extended periods of time. The gas spring has the additional attribute of allowing the hunter to rapidly and virtually noiselessly increase or decrease the angle of inclination of the extended arm with respect to the horizontal by slightly increasing or decreasing the downward pressure of the extended arm on the air spring.

Abstract: The present invention is for a keyboard and mouse support device, wherein said mouse support comprising a mouse platform adopted to support a mouse, a support bar, and a spacer, which is positioned between the bottom surface of said mouse platform and the top surface of said support bar, and one or more gaskets positioned against said spacer, and means for connecting said mouse platform, said spacer and said support bar to one another; wherein said mouse platform, said spacer, and said support bar are connected to one another, a slot is created in said mouse support between said bottom surface of said mouse platform and said top surface of said support bar; wherein a keyboard platform is thinner than said slot created between said bottom surface of said mouse platform and said top surface of said support bar, said keyboard platform is slidably connected into said slot of said mouse support; and said keyboard platform is adopted to support a keyboard.

Abstract: A one-piece keyboard includes a compressible body having a plurality of depressible key areas, each associated with a first spring constant, and a wrist support area of the body associated with a second spring constant. By selecting appropriate spring constants, stresses on a user's fingers, hands and wrists may be reduced.

Abstract: A multi-dimensional adjustable surgical head support adapted to attach to the upper body support of a shoulder arthroscopy chair consisting of a generally vertically disposed rail or bar attached to the upper body support by a swivel joint assembly, a plate slideably mounted on the bar and a head support attached to the plate by another swivel joint assembly. Appropriate clamps are provided to secure each swivel joint and the sliding plate. The slideable plate provides height adjustment of the head support and the two swivel joints provide attitude adjustment about generally perpendicular vertical and horizontal axis.

Abstract: An ergonomic support surface (2) is disclosed that supports a user's hand or wrist while moving in contact with the ergonomic support surface (2) to control a hand activated device, for example, a computer mouse on a mouse pad (6). The ergonomic support surface (2) may comprise a base (4) with a support structure (7) upon which the user's wrist or hand rests. The support structure (7) provides a massaging member, for example, a roller (8) that imparts a massaging action to the user's hand or wrist while the user's hand or wrist moves in contact with the supporting structure (7).

Abstract: An ergonomically designed gaming device for a user that includes a semi-flattened hemispherical ovoid base, that is contoured into a general hand imprint shape with finger and thumb grooves and fingertip provisions to accommodate the user's index finger, middle finger, ring finger, little finger and thumb. A plurality of adjustment screws on the thumb side allows for tilting adjustments for the general hand imprint shape. A plurality of tactile buttons and dual rocker switches are provided in the fingertip recesses for the user to operate functions normally performed from a keyboard in a computer game.

Abstract: A portable device for stabilizing an arm or hand of a person. The device includes a stabilizer shaft having a peripheral section and a mating section, a stabilizer coupled with the peripheral section of the stabilizer shaft and configured to engage the arm or hand of the person, a base shaft having a peripheral section and a mating section and in slidable arrangement with the stabilizer shaft, an attachment assembly in cooperative association with the mating section of the stabilizer shaft and the mating section of the base shaft, and a garment clip coupled with the peripheral section of the base shaft. Methods of using and constructing a portable device for stabilizing an arm or a hand of a person are also provided.

Abstract: An adaptive arm support provides motion of an armrest within a plane through any direction of translation. A number of vertical rods and bearings permit at least two links to pivot with respect to each other, permitting translation in any direction while staying within the plane. Bushing-tipped set screws are provided which dampen movement, to reduce or eliminate the effects of unintentional tremors. The armrest includes a swivel mounting which is also damped, which permits the longitudinal axis of the armrest to swivel from horizontal orientation to inclined angles which are out of the plane of translation. An elbow pad is provided which also pivots from perpendicular to the armrest longitudinal axis to different angular orientation with respect thereto.

Abstract: This device will allow the hunter to stabilize his rifle during hunting so that he or she may obtain a good clean shot at the prey. It will consist of a pair of arms, which are attached to a mounting surface and an arm upon which to rest the hunter's arm and rifle.

Abstract: A removable adjustable head rest for wheelchairs for providing users of wheelchairs with much needed back and neck support. The headrest includes a hollow cylindrical main portion, a pair of handle sleeves, and a head rest portion. The hollow cylindrical main portion has a generally inverted T-shaped configuration, a horizontal segment, and a vertical segment. A pair of handle sleeves are attached to the horizontal segment of the hollow cylindrical main portion. A head rest, having two integrally coupled adjustable side portions, is removable coupled to the vertical segment of the hollow cylindrical main portion. A neck roll removable coupled to the head rest.