Abstract: An attachable armrest is provided that releasably attaches to an armrest of a vehicle. The attachable armrest includes a vertical support having first and second legs that straddle the armrest of the vehicle. The attachable armrest also includes an upper platform that connects to the vertical support. The upper platform provides an armrest surface that is substantially parallel with a top surface of the armrest of the vehicle. The armrest surface and the top surface are simultaneously usable as armrests by vehicle passengers.

Abstract: Disclosed is an armrest assembly for a vehicle seat such as a pilot seat positioned in an aircraft cockpit. The armrest assembly generally includes a pivoting armrest and an arm pad repositionable relative to the armrest to change the arm pad width. The arm pad includes two functional sides each having a different width dimension. The arm pad is coupled to the armrest such that sequential translational and rotational motion of the arm pad moves one of the first and second sides into a use position atop the armrest and the other of the first and second sides into an out of use position alongside the armrest. The armrest assembly according to the present disclosure is ideal for use in tight quarters within the flight deck, among other installation environments requiring a functional armrest.

Abstract: An armrest box structure and a vehicle, the armrest box structure includes an armrest and an armrest box, the armrest is arranged on the armrest box, the armrest can slide backward relative to the armrest box, an armrest storage box is mounted at the backend of the upper surface of the armrest, and an armrest cover is set on the armrest storage box. When the armrest cover is open, an article area is confined on the armrest by the armrest storage box and the armrest cover, which is used for containing articles therein. By arranging the article area at the backend of the upper surface of the armrest, which is confined by the armrest storage box and the armrest cover, when the armrest cover is open, the article area can contain large-sized articles such as handbag, plastic bags etc.

Abstract: Provided are systems and methods for adjusting an armrest assembly, the assembly comprising an armrest that includes an armrest pad, a rising platform having a nut aperture, a nut positioned within the nut aperture. The assembly further includes a rod assembly coupled with the armrest, an adjustment mechanism for raising or lowering the armrest, and may include one or more rotation stops coupled with a stationary plate.

Abstract: A cushion wedge for filling a gap between furniture cushions. The cushion wedge includes an elongated body having an upper side and a lower side. A pair of legs are disposed on the lower side at a first end of the elongated body and a second end of the elongated body. The pair of legs are inserted between adjacent furniture cushions such that the elongated body rests flush with the cushions, such that the gap between the cushions is filled. A support member is disposed at a terminal end of each of the pair of legs, wherein the support member is pivotally affixed to the terminal end about a hinge to provide stability to the elongated body.

Abstract: A portable armrest for vehicle drivers configured to be removably received and supported on either side of the driver to cushion and provide comfortable support for the driver's elbow or forearm, prevent leaning, and place the arm and hand in a position to properly and safely grip the steering wheel includes a foam cushioning support member enclosed in a removable fabric cover, the cushioning support member having a rectangular top portion formed of a soft viscoelastic polyurethane memory foam material having a lower firmness and resilience, and a pentagonal lower portion formed of a second, more supportive polyurethane foam material.

Abstract: Disclosed is divider for an arm rest including two upright members with the top of the first upright member connected to a top of the second upright member at an acute angle, a bottom of the first upright member, the bottom of the first upright member spaced apart from a bottom of the second upright member, a first horizontal member, the first horizontal member hingedly connected to the bottom of the first upright member; and a second horizontal member, the second horizontal member hingedly connected to the bottom of the second upright member.

Abstract: A seat support device is provided. The seat support is configured to receive a seat cushion and provide support to the cushion as well as providing two support handles above the cushion. The combination of these elements allows an elderly, disabled, or otherwise weakened person to easily rise from a seated to standing position.

Abstract: A portable bolster having a substantially cylindrical configuration, the bolster being composed of filler padding retained within a fabric body, a high-friction, non-slip bottom external layer or member, and an internal weight member located in the bottom of the interior of the fabric body. Preferably, the bolster comprises an inner tubular member and inner end members forming a closed cylinder, the inner tubular member being disposed within an outer tubular member having outer end members, the outer end members of the outer tubular member being contracted or cinched to draw the material about the inner end members while preferably leaving an opening such that the a portion of the inner end members is exposed.

Abstract: A portable armrest divider is disclosed that is mounted on a vehicle armrest and expands the surface area of the original armrest, while providing a vertical separation barrier between the two individuals seated on either side of the armrest. The armrest is portable, in that it folds in half for easy travel.

Abstract: A connection mechanism is configured in particular for the connection of armrests to cosmetic tables or cosmetic chairs. The mechanism includes a base element (1). The base element (1) has a fastening section (1a) for fastening to a piece of furniture, in particular a piece of furniture for sitting or reclining. The base element also has a fastening element (2) configured for attachment to a part to be connected to the piece of furniture, in particular an armrest. The fastening element (2) is configured for a detachable connection to the fastening section (1a). The fastening section (1a) has a receiving device (1b) for receiving a region (2b) of the fastening element (2). A securing device (3) is provided that engages in the receiving device (1b) in the region (2b) of the fastening element (2) when said fastening element is received therein.

Abstract: An armrest assembly includes a base, an arm support, and a connector. The base includes a connecting portion and an installing portion formed at two opposite ends thereof. The installing portion is adapted for installing to a chair. A first surface at one end of the connecting portion is opposite to the installing portion. The arm support is supported on the base and includes a second surface faced to the first surface of the base. A cavity is defined in one of the first and second surfaces. An engaging member is formed on the other of the first and second surfaces and pivotably received in the cavity between an unlocked position and a locked position. A connector is received in the cavity of the arm support and engaged with the engaging member. The arm support is fixed to the base in the locked position.

Abstract: An armrest extension is provided to extend a length of an existing armrest of a seat. In so doing, the armrest extension provides additional support to a user's arm, beyond the existing armrest. In addition, the armrest extension can be coupled to either a right or left armrest of the seat. And, after being installed to an existing armrest of a seat, the armrest extension can be removed from the armrest and moved to the other armrest of the seat, or moved to an armrest of another seat.

Abstract: An armrest assembly includes a base, an arm support, and a connector. The base includes a connecting portion and an installing portion formed at two opposite ends thereof. The installing portion is adapted for installing to a chair. A first surface at one end of the connecting portion is opposite to the installing portion. The arm support is supported on the base and includes a second surface faced to the first surface of the base. A cavity is defined in one of the first and second surfaces. An engaging member is formed on the other of the first and second surfaces and pivotably received in the cavity between an unlocked position and a locked position. A connector is received in the cavity of the arm support and engaged with the engaging member. The arm support is fixed to the base in the locked position.

Abstract: A removable armrest (RAR) (10) that is placed between a pair of sofa cushions (84). The RAR (10) is comprised of a resilient section (12) and a downward-extending tab (32). The tab (32) is divided by a tab welt (48) into an upper section (50) and a lower section (52). The upper section (50) is inserted into and maintained within a slot (54) that extends into the resilient section (12). The lower section (52) of the tab (32) is pushed downward into the space between two cushions (84) on a sofa (82), thereby positioning and frictionally holding the RAR (10) to provide a comfortable support for a person's arm.

Abstract: A device for stabilizing the elbow of a person while participating in certain activities for example hunting or photography includes a first member for attaching the device to an arm rest of a conventional chair. A second member is adjustably supported above the first member for supporting the elbow of the user to assist in stabilizing the aim of the user.

Abstract: The invention provides an adjustable apparatus, which is removedly attachable to a medical emergency cot, gurney, wheeled stretcher or the like, and that functions to support and immobilize of an extremity of a human body during patient transport. The apparatus consists of a cot attachment member an extension pole assembly and an extremity support member and wherein certain combinations of relative movements of the extension pole assembly and the extremity support member allow the apparatus to be disposed and secured in positions that support an extremity of a patient lying on the emergency cot and wherein other combinations of relative movements allow the apparatus to be disposed and secured in a storage position. Certain embodiments of the apparatus are attachable to a chair for use in phlebotomy procedures.

Abstract: The Back Jack is an upper body support to be used when a person is working on their hands and knees. The Back Jack has a base with a chest pad on one side and a support rod pivotally mounted on the other side. The chest pad is made of a high quality or memory foam and covered with a vinyl material. The support rod pivot joint can be locked in a working position perpendicular to the base, a transport position parallel to the base, and one or more intermediate positions. The support rod is made of telescoping sections to accommodate workers of different heights. The telescoping sections are adjusted by a spring pin fixed to an inner shaft which fits through holes in an outer shaft. A pivoting rubber foot is mounted to the bottom of the inner shaft.

Abstract: This invention, the Retrofitting Armrest Support, is a solitary, cushioned, rigid platform, that creates support for the elbow or forearm of an individual who is seated in a task chair by means of retrofitting said task chair armrest. The invention, Retrofitting Armrest Support, is attached to said task chair armrest by means of a strong secure attachment to create a rigid, immobile, inflexible, padded support surface beyond the top weight bearing surface boundary of said task chair armrest in the forward, backward, inward, or outward horizontal transverse plane relative to said top cross sectional, surface area of said task chair armrest creating said support during the performance of desktop or computer work tasks.

Abstract: A universal reclining armrest system for use with an articulated examination chair. The system includes an armrest adapter having a universal aperture for receiving a post portion of an armrest assembly. The armrest adapter further includes a splined peg for coupling to a pivoting mechanism of an articulated chair. The pivoting mechanism enables the chair to move throughout an operable range of motion while maintaining a fixed rotational position of an attached armrest adapter. The armrest assembly further includes an adjustable joint to provide 360° of rotational adjustment to the armrest relative to the fixed position of the armrest adapter.

Abstract: An orthopedic back support for displacing a person's weight from the lower area of the spine by providing support for the upper torso and for use with a chair or seat having a seat base and a seat back. A flexible fabric cross piece is connected between vertical axillary support members to provide back support. The cross piece may include vertical channels or sleeves at opposite sides to receive and support the vertical members. The entire unit is portable and when in use facilitates unobtrusive intermittent use and easy ingress and egress from the seat to relieve discomfort after long periods of use. A rib band may be attached to the flexible fabric by means of hook and loop fabric strips such as Velcro to form a detachable connection. A hook strip is disposed on the back of the rib band and is adapted to cooperate with a mating soft loop strip on the forward side of the flexible fabric member which supports the user in a seated position by the combined action of the flexible fabric and rib band.

Abstract: An un-automated lift assist for the physically challenged whereby a user may push against a pair of armrests causing a portion of the armrest to initially compress, and later rebound when the individual is transitioning from a seated to an upright position. The lift assist has two upright side members with armrests and a base member with a support panel that are placed between a removable cushion of a article of furniture and the support frame of the article of furniture, so that the in-situ cushion is between a seated individual and the base member.

Abstract: The invention provides an adjustable apparatus, which is removedly attachable to a medical emergency cot, gurney, wheeled stretcher or the like, and that functions to support and immobilize of an extremity of a human body, i.e. limb, during patient transport. The apparatus consists of a cot attachment member to which is attached a movable linkage, an extension pole assembly and an extremity support member and wherein certain combinations of relative movements of the movable linkage, the extension pole assembly and the extremity support member allow the apparatus to be disposed and secured in positions that support an extremity of a patient lying on the emergency cot and wherein other combinations of relative movements allow the apparatus to be disposed and secured in a storage position beneath the surface of the cot.

Abstract: The invention provides an adjustable apparatus, which is attachable to a medical emergency cot, gurney, wheeled stretcher, medical bed, medical chair or the like, and that functions to support and immobilize of an extremity of a human body. The apparatus has a cot attachment member to which is attached a movable linkage connected to an extension pole assembly which in turn is connected to an extremity support member and wherein certain combinations of relative movements of the movable linkage, the extension pole assembly and the extremity support member allow the apparatus to be disposed and secured in positions that support an extremity of a and wherein other combinations of relative movements allow the apparatus to be disposed in a storage position. In certain embodiments the apparatus is attachable to a chair for use in phlebotomy procedures.

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: According to some embodiments of the invention, the convenience of lounge, pool, and patio furniture is increased by providing adjustable armrests that do not require cumbersome adjustments in order to reposition the armrest. According to some embodiments of the invention, an additional pair of armrests may be attached to existing conventional chair designs that have only one pair of armrests in order to increase the utility of the chair, which may be especially useful for lounge chairs, patio furniture, chaise lounges, and the like.

Abstract: An orthopedic back support for displacing a person's weight from the lower area of the spine by providing support for the upper torso and for use with a chair or seat having a seat base and a seat back. A flexible fabric cross piece is connected between vertical members to provide back. The cross piece may include vertical channels or sleeves at opposite sides to receive and support the vertical members. A flexible strap is connected to the fabric or the vertical members and adapted to be positioned behind a seat or a head rest. The entire unit is portable or may be fabricated as part of a seat.

Abstract: Airplane auxiliary armrests enclosed to solve the problem of uncomfortable aircraft seating. Many consumers who sit in aircrafts have no or inadequate padding on the chair arms, will be able to attach the armrest in a matter of minutes and therefore experiencing more comfortable armrest while they are sitting in the chair. The airplane auxiliary armrests are designed to slide over the top of an existing airline armrest. The aircraft auxiliary armrest will be made of high density foam within and encased in a soft resilient material.

Abstract: A device for supporting a person in a sitting position has a substantially horizontally extending supporting element placeable on a supporting surface substantially at a level of a person's pelvis when the person is in a sitting position, and two substantially vertically extending elements each having a lower end connected with the horizontally extending supporting element and an upper end extendable to an area of person's armpits so that the upper ends of the substantially vertically extending elements are placeable under the person's armpits.

Abstract: An orthopedic back support for displacing a person's weight from the lower area of the spine by providing support for the upper torso and for use with a chair or seat having a seat base and a seat back. A flexible fabric cross piece is connected between vertical members to provide back support. The cross piece may include vertical channels or sleeves at opposite sides to receive and support the vertical members. A flexible strap is connected to the fabric or the vertical members and adapted to be positioned behind a seat or a head rest. The entire unit is portable or may be fabricated as part of a seat.

Abstract: A bridge that is attached to a wheelchair such that the bridge allows a wheelchair user to have support for ingress into and egress from the wheelchair without assistance and without the need to rely primarily on arm strength alone. The bridge is a generally L-shaped member that has a pair of aligned slits located on a lower portion thereof such that respective connection members pass through each slit and attach the bridge to a frame of the wheelchair the connection members allowing the bridge to be pivoted out of the way when needed.

Abstract: A portable releasably attachable cushion that can be used with rigid seat armrests to provide extra cushion support for the user's arm. In one embodiment, the cushion may have an outer covering and an inner padded structure. The inner padded structure may be a gel like material. The outer covering may be made of either a leather material or a material that is bacterial resistant. As described the cushion may be entirely non-metallic and non-rigid to aid in storage and portability. The cushion provides for deformable guide means in order to securely engage the cushion of the invention to armrests of various shapes and sizes.

Abstract: An orthopedic back support for displacing a person's weight from the lower area of the spine by providing support for the upper torso and for use with a chair or seat having a seat base and a seat back. A flexible fabric cross piece is connected between vertical members to provide back support. The cross piece may include vertical channels or sleeves at opposite sides to receive and support the vertical members. A flexible strap is connected to the fabric or the vertical members and adapted to be positioned behind a seat or a head rest. The entire unit is portable or may be fabricated as part of a seat.

Abstract: A device for supporting a person in a sitting position has a substantially horizontally extending supporting element placeable on a supporting surface substantially at a level of a person's pelvis when the person is in a sitting position, and two substantially vertically extending elements each having a lower end connected with the horizontally extending supporting element and an upper end extendable to an area of person's armpits so that the upper ends of the substantially vertically extending elements are placeable under the person's armpits.

Abstract: A small mouse table integrated with an ergonomic arm support. The table and arm support can be mounted to a conventional arm rest on an office chair. The arm support and table are positioned in order to place the user's arm in a healthy and stable orientation for use of the mouse. A forearm channel is provided to receive and hold the user's forearm. A wrist channel is provided—in combination with a downward offset—to attach the forearm channel to the small table on which the mouse resides. Two pivot joints are provided so that the mouse table can be swung out of the way when it is not needed.

Abstract: A portable apparatus for use as an armrest and for holding a beverage container. The apparatus comprises an elongated generally hollow member having each of a predetermined configuration a predetermined depth and formed of a predetermined material. A foam material is disposed within the elongated generally hollow member. At least one cup like member having an open end is disposed adjacent an upper surface of such elongated member and a closed end is disposed within such elongated member and surrounded by the foam material for use as a holder for a beverage container. There is a means for closing such elongated member after the foam material has been added and also a means for securing the cup like member to such elongated member.

Abstract: A tool is provided for supporting the human upper body when having to lean over to work. The tool comprising a platform member for supporting the human upper body in a leaning position thereby reducing back muscle strain and fatigue; a cushioned pad secured to an upper surface of the platform member providing a cushioned interface between the human upper body and the platform; an omni-directional tilt and swivel member secured to a bottom surface of the platform member; an elongated telescopic height adjustment member comprising two or more elongated telescopic sections providing platform height adjustment, said sections being separable from one another so that sections may be removed or added as desired; one or more removable base members, the base member being removable to permit replacing the base member so as to accommodate base member configured for different floor or support conditions.

Abstract: An arm support cushion (38) that can be attached to the armrest of a chair is disclosed. The cushion elevates and supports the arm of any person desiring to lean on an armrest, including any person desiring to hold, nurse, feed, or cuddle an infant or young child. The cushion comprises a synthetic foam or appropriate material of adequate firmness that incorporates a passageway (14) along the bottom of the cushion, which accepts the armrest, and may include a fitted cover for the cushion. The passageway may include cuts, grooves, or channels (15) that allow the cushion to attach to armrests of varying widths. The cushion may pivot to accommodate the person seated, does not restrict the person's movement, and remains in place on the armrest without straps or fasteners. The cushion is portable, lightweight, and easy to remove and reposition on the armrest of a chair.

Abstract: An armrest assembly includes an armrest platform with hand and elbow extensions which is mounted to a swivel base unit that tilts, turns and rotates under the control of a single load control knob to permit placement of a patient's arm in several positions as needed to draw blood. The swivel base unit is mounted on the distal end of a cylindrical riser that can be raised and lowered to a desired elevation by a single load control lever supported by a base securing device that is adapted to be secured to different types of surfaces configurations.

Abstract: A back support for displacing a person's weight from the lower area of the spine by providing support for the upper torso and for use with a seat having a seat base and a seat back, the back support comprising two axillary rests disposable against the seat back and protruding therefrom, supporting the major muscles in the area of each axilla. Each axillary rest may swivel to become relatively flush with the seat back. The support can be provided from the top using the seat back or headrest, or alternatively from the bottom using the seat base, or from a combination of both.

Abstract: A sitting and standing assisting apparatus is described in which a platform has a front edge and opposed side edges joined to the front edge. An assist frame is mounted to the platform with an upright leg part adjacent each side edge. The upright leg parts are spaced forwardly of the front edge. The upright leg parts include upper ends with hand grips that are elevationally adjustable. The assist frames are adjustable toward and away from the side edges.

Abstract: A portable armrest for use with an existing chair, for cushioning the arms of a user from the hard surfaces of the arms of the chair. The portable armrest has a soft, substantially rectangular pad, a rigid base attached to the lower surface of the pad, and a pair of U-shaped brackets attached to the lower surface of the base of the pad. The portable armrest is selectively attached to the arm of the existing chair by positioning the armrest above the upper surface of the arm of the chair and by pressing the armrest vertically downward, in order to engage the brackets with the arm of the chair. In an alternate embodiment, the armrest is additionally provided with a strap assembly for further securing the armrest to the arm of the chair.

Abstract: A back support for displacing a person's weight from the lower area of the spine by providing support for the upper torso and for use with a seat having a seat base and a seat back, the back support comprising two axillary rests disposable against the seat back and protruding therefrom, supporting the major muscles in the area of each axilla. Each axillary rest may swivel to become relatively flush with the seat back. The support can be provided from the top using the seat back or headrest, or alternatively from the bottom using the seat base, or from a combination of both.

Abstract: A modular arm rest system for a chair. The arm rest includes a connecting member that is installed into an interior cavity in the chair frame and is retained by a nose. A back is also provided with an arm rest hole that the connecting member can be installed through, thereby securing the back to the chair frame. The modular system includes a reclining chair and a four-legged stacker chair with arm rests and plugs so that the chairs can be reconfigured as desired by the user.

Abstract: Arm support equipment for use in connection with a dentist chair and/or operating table, comprising a base (1) capable of being removably attached to the dentist chair and/or operating table, a bar-shaped element having in at least one end thereof a housing (2) provided with fastening means (3), at least one S-shaped linking element (4), at least one latching element (5) including at least one cavity (6) provided with fastening means (7), at least one support means comprising a support surface (8) and a fitting stem (8′), disposed perpendicularly to the support surface (8), wherein one of the ends of the S-shaped linking element (4) is hingedly fitted in the housing (2) provided with the fastening means (3) of the base (1), the other end of the S-shaped linking element (4) being hingedly fitted in a cavity (6) of the latching element (5), the fitting stem (8′) being also hingedly fitted in the cavity (6) of the latching element (5).

Abstract: A cushioning and protection apparatus for a chair armrest includes a cushion body having a central cavity and an opening leading thereto. The opening is defined by a pair of jaw projections that are resiliently deformable to enlarge the opening to enable an armrest to be inserted into the central cavity. An attachment device secures the cushioning and protection device to the armrest. The device can easily be installed on and removed from a chair armrest with little effort. The cushioning apparatus is lightweight, easily transportable, and particularly suitable for use in outdoor seating environments.

Abstract: A lawn furniture attachment for providing additional comfort and protection to an existing piece of lawn furniture while including a unique information transferring apparatus. The lawn furniture attachment includes a cushion with an extendable flagging mechanism stored internal to the cushion. The cushion is attachable to the tubular frame section of most current traditional pieces of lawn furniture. The cushion can be attached as a headrest, armrest or most preferably a footrest. The flagging mechanism can be extracted from inside the cushion and placed in a vertical position. The flagging mechanism can then be extended vertically to visually attract the attention of others.

Abstract: An anchoring device for anchoring an interchangeable accessory to a tube of an arm of a chair where an elongated cushion is fastened on top of the tube, or another tube of a chair, wheelchair or railing of an hospital bed. Such an anchoring device is useful for alternatively anchoring a table, a joystick, a channel armrest and other desired accessory. The accessory is provided with at least one male element or is fastened to an accessory adaptor having at least one male element. The device has an attaching mechanism for removably attaching the device to a portion of the tube underneath the cushion or to a free section of a tube. The device also has at least one female element corresponding in shape and size to the at least one male element of the accessory for co-operating with the at least one male element. A securing mechanism is provided for securing the at least one male element into the at least one female element when inserted into the at least one female element.

Abstract: The combination of an article of furniture, having a lateral support or frame member, and a portable easy lifting device, especially for seniors and those physically challenged, adjustably secured to the lateral support or frame member. The lifting device includes a laterally adjustable base for resting on the floor, and a pair of adjustable handle grips telescopically engaging the base, where the device mounts a pair of vertically movable brackets for adjustably securing the device to the lateral support or frame member.

Abstract: An integrated mouse pad and wrist and arm support which can be attached to a desk chair and which provides support for both the wrist and arm of a computer operator. The device provides a support arm with a mouse pad at one end and enables the user's wrist and arm to rest at approximately the same level as the mouse pad. Use of the device reduces stress to the wrist, arm, shoulder and neck during use of the mouse. The device is attached to the chair by an attachment member, the height of which can be adjusted as desired by the operator. The angular position of the support arm with respect to the operator can be adjusted to a selected ergonomic position. In one embodiment, the length of the support arm can be adjusted to a selected ergonomic position.