Abstract: A combination chair and walker comprises a primary frame and a bottom frame. The primary frame having laterally spaced apart primary front and rear legs spaced rearwardly thereof. The primary frame releasably attached to the bottom frame. The bottom frame comprising an auxiliary frame extending laterally from the primary front and rear legs. The auxiliary frame has auxiliary front and auxiliary rear legs. The primary front and auxiliary rear legs provide for movement over a floor in a stable, upright configuration. The auxiliary front legs extend close to the floor to provide added stability to prevent a person from tipping the chair/walker.

Abstract: A seat for receipt of a child capable of providing exercise and entertainment comprising a seat having a rigid upper support and a lower support therebeneath and a circular bearing surface therebetween, the lower support having leg openings for passage of the legs of a child supported therein. An upper supporting tray has a radially interior opening in a circular configuration for receiving and supporting the seat, the upper supporting tray having a radially exterior periphery with projections extending downwardly therefrom. A bowl-shaped base is provided, the upper periphery of the base having spaced upstanding towers with openings depending from the upper ends thereof. Upstanding posts are also provided, each post having a lower end received within the upper end of a tower, each post having an upper end with a recess for receiving a downwardly depending projection.

Abstract: A walker assembly for assisting walking movement, includes a first side rail assembly having a first gripping rail configured to be manually grasped, a second side rail assembly having a second gripping rail configured to be manually grasped, and a connecting rail attached between the first and second side rail assemblies. A first leg assembly is pivotally connected to the first side rail assembly and a second leg assembly is pivotally connected to the second side rail assembly, with pivotal movement of the first and second leg assemblies made independent of each other. The assembly further includes a mechanism for constraining pivotal movement of the respective first and second side rail assembly and the first and second leg assembly.

Abstract: A combination collapsible chair and walker device aids a handicapped user to move and to exercise in an independent manner. The device has a pair of upstanding complementary frame members laterally spaced apart from each other and connected by a two-part connecting tubular crossbar at its top front portion. Arm rests are attached to the frame for engaging the arm pits of the user. The device includes a swinging gate at its rear portion to allow a user to enter the device when raised. The gate is lowered when the device is in use to add structural integrity to the top and to provide for greater safety to the user by preventing the user from falling backwards out of the device. The frame members are mounted on a stable two-part wide base ring which is supported on swivel-type casters. A seat is mounted on the frame members and is formed of two hinged connected panels whereby the seat may be folded in half.

Abstract: An ambulatory apparatus for rehabilitating individuals is formed by a rigid foldable tubular frame characterized by an open framework formed by a plurality of horizontal side rails defining forward and rearward ends of the frame. Fixed axle rear wheels and a forward caster wheel support the frame for mobile movement. A foldable seat and back rest at the rearward end of the frame supports the user when seated thereon. The uppermost side rails support the user in a walker fashion and normally stored crutch members supported by the side rails are available for a user needing crutches. Manually operated brake pads are movable toward and away from the rear wheels for anchoring the apparatus or controlling its rate of descent on a downgrade.

Abstract: A movable base for a baby walker includes a looped base frame, a number of casters, a corresponding number of compression spring members and a plurality of suction cup units. The base frame has a horizontal ring portion with an outer peripheral edge and a surrounding wall which extends downwardly from the outer peripheral edge. Each of the spring members has a first end connected to the ring portion and a second end connected to a respective one of the casters. The spring members are compressible so as to permit movement of the base frame between a first position, wherein the lowermost edge of the surrounding wall is located above the casters, and a second position, wherein the lowermost edge of the surrounding wall is in contact with the floor. Each of the suction cup units includes a shank portion that has a first end connected to the ring portion and a second end that is provided with a suction cup.

Abstract: A multifunctional mobility device for physically disabled people comprises a L-shaped frame having at its lower end a platform adapted to receive thereon a user in a substantially standing position. Front and rear wheels support the frame and the platform. The front wheels are rotatably mounted to the frame just in front of the platform. The frame includes at its upper end a pair of grips which can be grasped by the user when standing on the platform. Therefore, to operate the mobility device, the user must exert on the frame a sufficient force oriented substantially in a forward direction thereby producing a pivot of the frame and of the platform about the front wheel and a rotation of the front wheel which results in a forward displacement of the mobility device and of the user. A stabilizer terminated by a swivel caster is provided in front of the front wheels for limiting the forward pivot of the mobility device. A retractable seat also transforms the mobility aid into a wheelchair.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a walking chair, more particularly to a walking chair including two sets of movable joints and a set of extensible support. The walking chair of the present invention mainly comprises an H-shaped support frame in which two parallel sliding columns are movably inserted, a lower protective ring which is provided with universal casters and is attached at its rear portion to the H-shaped support frame with a movable joint which allows the lower protective ring to be folded down toward the H-shaped support frame, and an upper protective ring which is attached at its rear portion to top ends of the two sliding columns with a movable joint which allows the upper protective ring to be folded upward toward the H-shaped support frame. The upper protective ring may have different seat accessories attached thereto to meet different requirements or conditions.

Abstract: A height adjustment apparatus for a baby walker includes a first controlling member and a second controlling member which are associated with each other. The height of the baby walker can be adjusted only when rotation of first controlling member and movement of the second controlling member are effected.

Abstract: A walkabout with fall control for assisting people with varying degrees of difficulty walking includes a base frame attached to a adjustable height top frame with a adjustable height seat and a fall control assembly which directs a person toward the seat in the event of a fall. The base and top completely encircle the person. A portion of the top pivots outward to open and allow ingress and egress of the walkabout. The seat is positioned below and at the rear of the top. An open space is provided in front of the seat for a occupant to stand and walk. Multiple upright supports taper in from the larger base to the smaller top joining the two pieces. A number of rolling devices attached to the base allow the walkabout to be moved along a walking surface. The rolling devices includes units suitable for outdoor use of the walkabout. The fall control assembly includes a strap to secure about the occupant and multiple cords fastened to the strap and the top rearward of the front of the seat.

Abstract: The present invention relates to invalid walkers which are designed to aid the handicapped. Specifically, the present invention relates to an attachment to an existing walker, or a modified existing walker which is hand operated and designed to be made adjustable to accommodate inclines or stairs. This walking aid will enable persons using it to ascend and descend stairs and inclines much easier.

Abstract: A wheelstand comprises a frame including a pair of lateral supports in spaced, parallel arrangement. A pair of large drive wheels are rotatably secured at the rear ends of the lateral supports and a pair of castor wheels are secured at the front ends of the lateral supports. A user support structure or a prone board comprising a pair of elongated rails, spanned at one end by a chest pad, is pivotably secured to the lateral supports for pivoting between at least an upright or vertical position and a prone or horizontal position. The wheelstand includes a pair of adjustable knee pads and a posterior pelvic stabilizer, or an elongated, curved seat pivotably attached to a bar. A pair of optional thoracic lateral pads extend from the sides of the chest pad to stabilize the trunk laterally and to support the trunk in the midline position. Also optionally provided is a posterior thoracic panel for attaching to the lateral pads by a strap and an anterior abdominal pad.

Abstract: A system of apparatus for use with handicapped or disabled patients. The apparatus includes a mobile platform which removably mounts a patient support module which can be a chair or commode seat. Lift module means is attached to the mobile platform for lifting or lowering the patient from or to a bed or other structure. In certain embodiments a body harness is suspended by the lift module for supporting the patient upright so that the apparatus can be used as a therapeutic walking exerciser. In another embodiment, a body sling supported from the lift module provides support for the patient's arms for use as a therapeutic exerciser. The method of operation permits the apparatus, with the support module chair removed, to be moved to a position where the lift module is centered over the patient on a bed, automobile seat or other structure to facilitate lifting and transporting the patient. This method simplifies the transfer of a patient.

Abstract: A mobile support device for a handicapped person and rollable on a reaction surface, the mobile support device comprises first and second longitudinally extending frame sections oriented in spaced relationship. A back support portion extends transversely between and is coupled with the first and second frame sections. A seat portion extends transversely between and is secured to the first and second frame sections. A wheel assembly is mounted on the frame sections so as to engage the reaction surface. The wheel assembly includes a pair of front caster wheels, a pair of rear caster wheels and a pair of central wheels. Each of the central wheels has a fixed transverse axis of rotation and is positioned intermediate the front and rear caster wheels to inhibit transverse motion. Each of the frame section carries one of the front caster wheels, one of the central wheels and one of the rear caster wheels. Each of the wheels has a lowermost tangent lying in a common plane.

Abstract: A leg support device for an invalid walker of the type having an upright frame structure with handle portions positioned so as to be gripped by the user when standing or walking and having a plurality of downwardly projecting legs, such leg support device being selectively mountable in a variety of vertically related positions to accommodate the physical requirements of the user and capable of achieving a variety of structural configurations so that the leg support device may be mounted to a variety of invalid walkers having different angular orientations between the legs and having different distances between the legs.

Abstract: An integral, removable walker seat is easily attachable and detachable by persons having limited dexterity, and can be folded and transported when not in use. The walker seat comprises a substantially rectangular sheet of flexible material on which the user can sit. The sheet is attachable to opposite horizontal frame members of the walker via two pairs of bars affixed to the narrow ends of the sheet. The sheet and the bars cooperate to form a seat when the sheet is suspended across and engaged to the opposite horizontal frame members of the walker.

Abstract: A collapsible recuperating walker having a seat frame and a standing frame is provided. The seat and standing frames are combined with bendable rods extending between the respective two side frames thereof. Each of the side frames are adjustable in height. The bendable rods are angularly displaced to collapse the walker to a smaller size for carrying and transportation. Casters are provided and are controlled to stop or to provide resistance, by means of brake units.

Abstract: A foldable walker that includes a single latch operator connected with each of left and right latches for the walker's left and right side frames, the left and right latches functioning to latch the left and right side frames open in the use position. Use of the single operator by only one of the user's hands allows both the left and right latches to unlatch the side frames from their open or use position, thereby allowing both those side frames to pivot closed into a collapsed or storage position against the front frame. In preferred form, the left and right latches also function to latch the left and right side frames closed in the storage position. In that preferred form, use of the single operator again by only one of the user's hands allows both the left and right latches to unlatch the side frames from their storage position, thereby allowing both the left and right side frames to pivot back open into the use position relative to the front frame.

Abstract: A foldable rigid frame front entry safety walker having programmed resistance to backward motion, and having a porous seat to accommodate incontinent patients.

Abstract: A collapsible recuperating walker having a seat frame, a standing frame, collapsing units and two brake units. Each collapsible unit consisting of bendable tube joints connected in intermediate portions of upper horizontal tubes and lower horizontal tubes of the seat frame and the standing frame. The collapsible units are capable of being folded so as to make the recuperating walker collapsible to a smaller dimension for transportation or storage. The brake units are used to break the casters and are provided below the standing frame.

Abstract: A collapsible walker for elderly and disabled persons including first and second U-shape side frames which are pivotal relative to a front frame, enabling the walker to be collapsed substantially flat. At each corner between the front and side frames, a corner brace is provided in the form of a plastic sleeve which rides/slides on a horizontal rib in the side frame and a connecting rod which connects the sleeve to the front frame A detent in the sleeve snaps into catch slots in the horizontal rib to lock the walker in an open position. A pushbutton on the sleeve permits disengaging the detent from the catch slot.

Abstract: A walking support device is provided which allows the user to be placed in the device without lifting and is fully adjustable to provide partial or full sitting support for the user. Additionally, the device may be partially dissembled by hand and be folded to a compact size for easy transportability.

Abstract: A wheel chair having four spaced apart surface support wheels positioned on each corner of a rectangular platform in which a person rides is readily convertible to a walker which supports a person walking therebehind which has a triangular support platform with two spaced apart wheels at the rear and two closely positioned wheels acting effectively as a single dual wheel at the front thereof. The front portion of the rectangular platform of the wheel chair folds together to form the walker triangular support platform. The seat platform of the wheel chair is flexible and folds up at the front when the device is in its walker configuration. A Velcro type strap closes the front of the folded seat at the fold to provide a closed container for carrying items.

Abstract: A walking aid device which allows the user to retain a full upright position while providing continuous support of a portion of the user's body weight and allow the user to easily maneuver the device. The device has wheels which support two side sections providing upper portions at approximately elbow height. A brace member joins the side sections and spaces the upper portions thereof at a transverse distance slightly greater than the person's body width. Armrests are attached to the upper portions and extend in the fore and aft direction so as to provide a rear elbow engaging portion with a forearm engaging portion extending forwardly from the elbow engaging portion and having an upright hand grip at the forward end thereof. A transverse rib-rest is provided between the arm-rest means adjacent the rear of the armrest.

Abstract: An invalid's walker frame is combined with a tray on which various items may be transported while the invalid's hands are engaged in maneuvering the walker frame. The tray is slide coupled in position such that the tray may be extended forward of the frame to allow a person to stand within the confines of the frame in the course of manipulating the frame. When desired, the person may draw the tray back more fully within the confines of the frame for use as a small table or work surface.

Abstract: A foldable walker having a front frame section, left and right side frame sections and a top frame section. The left and right side frame sections and the top frame section are all hingedly attached to the front frame section. The walker folds by disengaging the top section from the left and right side frame sections. The top section pivots downwardly to lie against the front frame section. The left side section pivots outwardly to lie against the front of the front frame section. The right side frame section pivots inwardly to lie against the top frame section and the rear of the front frame section.

Abstract: A sliding tray assembly is disclosed comprising a pair of spaced support rails which are interconnected by means of a connecting bar and which can be easily secured to a pair of spaced, substantially upright legs of a walker or other like object. The tray assembly itself is attached to the legs so as to extend forwardly thereof in order to prevent the tray assembly form obstructing the use of the object. The tray assembly further includes a pair of guide rail members which are respectively secured to the spaced support rails. The guide rails define guide channels within which a tray is removably, slidably mounted. The tray can be selectively secure within the channels along the length of the guide rails to position the tray in various operating positions.

Abstract: A method for treating ambulatory disease in a human patient having a torso, buttocks, legs, feet and hands, which legs and feet execute a normal stride pattern. A walker has a chassis having interconnected tubes all contained within a single plane, which chassis fits within the normal stride pattern without substantial obstruction thereof. A telescopically adjustable straddle seat is affixed to the chassis which allows the patient's legs to be disposed moveably forward and backward on opposite sides of the seat. A rotatable handlebar rotated at least one wheel of the walker. Wheels are affixed on the underside of the chassis. The patient is seated on the walker so as to support a portion of the patient's weight, but not the entirety thereof, when the patient is standing in a normal upright positure with the buttocks resting on the seat. The patient walks in the normal stride pattern while steering the walker with the hands on the handlebar.

Abstract: A wheeled walker for ambulatory patients and people requiring support while walking includes an adjustable and separable frame and an adjustbable height seat and handlebar. The frame includes a front generally inverted U-shaped section coupled to and supported by fixed front wheels. A height adjustable handlebar is slidably and lockably received in the front frame section. A centrally disposed frame member is curved and directed to the rear. The rear frame section includes a member which adjustably couples to the centrally disposed front frame member and a vertically adjustable seat. The lower portion of the rear frame section is bifurcated and receives a pair of pivotable casters.

Abstract: A device for supporting an unstable ambulatory patient while walking. The device is similar to a customary walker except that the user is additionally supported by a harness attaching the user to the walker by a readily releasable latch or snap device, and the legs of the walker are springable to provide both for a broader base of the walker to inhibit tipping and to reduce the jolt to the patient should the patient fall. The walker is designed for independent use by the patient.

Abstract: An improvement in walkers including a set of specially designed, spring biased, retractable casters on at least the four corner legs of the walker apparatus to assist the user in moving the walker apparatus from one point to another. The walker further includes an adjustable seating system situated to the rear of the user for ease of utilization without the need to turn around when seating oneself. Additionally, an accessory food tray sub-system is provided. The walker is designed to provide an effective means for invalids, the elderly, and the like to comfortably, easily and without fear move about an area, while also having a seat and tray readily available so that the user can rest and even comfortably sit and eat or engage in other activities, thereby relieving the user of the necessity of having to manipulate furniture in sitting and getting up, an often painful process for the infirm.

Abstract: An upper and lower "U" shaped framework are secured together utilizing rear leg members and forward leg members extending downwardly from the framework to secure in a telescoping manner leg extensions thereto. The leg extensions utilize roller members at lower terminal ends thereof or alternatively, friction pads to provide stability of the organization when not in use as a walker structure. A tray member is selectively and securably mounted relative to the upper framework.

Abstract: A prosthetic-type device which that restores independent ambulatory ability to individuals who have experienced diminished mobility includes a "U"-shaped member that supports a flexible harness, similar to that employed by mountain climbers. This harness encloses the waist, with additional support for the occupant provided by a crotch strap, and maintains body position of the occupant at an appropriate height, adjustable via a button-operated pin locking system incorporated into a rear vertical support member, allowing the occupant's legs to reach the floor. The U-shaped support member is curved, and attaches to a height adjustment housing via the pin locking system, and subsequently into a base, on which are fixed a plurality of swivel mounted casters, each with a weight-activated braking mechanism.

Abstract: A versatile knee rest for invalid walkers which is easily adapted to existing walkers or provided as original equipment wherein the knee rest may be quickly and readily positioned on either the right side or left side of the walker as required by the user. While of simple construction, the knee rest is ruggedly mounted and braced for use.

Abstract: An adult walker includes a mobile frame assembly and a seat and gate assembly. The frame assembly is composed of lower, middle and upper frame sections. The lower frame section includes an annular base member supported above a floor by a plurality of spaced apart swivel wheels. The upper frame section has a horizontal U-shaped support member which supports the seat and gate assembly. The middle frame section has a plurality of legs which extend from the lower frame section upwardly and inwardly toward the center of the frame assembly to position the upper frame section and the seat and gate assembly supported thereon centrally above the annular base member.

Abstract: A combination chair/walker for aiding elderly and disabled in independent movement over a floor comprises an upstanding frame including a front rail, opposite sides and a back supporting a seat at an intermediate level for a person seated within the frame. An open space is provided forwardly of the seat for the legs of an occupant in both a standing/walking position and a seated position. The open space is defined between said front rail and said seat and a flexible crotch strap extends into the open space between the seat and front rail for preventing an occupant from sliding out of the seat onto the floor. Rollers are provided for movement of the frame over a floor and brakes are provided on at least some of the rollers to immobilize the chair/walker when desired. The front rail is movable between a closed and an open position for permitting a person easy ingress and egress to and from the chair/walker.

Abstract: A chair and desk board assembly for a baby walker is provided in which the desk board has a front tray and a rear frame defining a chair hole. Horizontal holes are provided in a rear periphery of the tray and vertical holes are provided in the top surface of the rear frame. The chain has a substantially U-shaped member and an inner seat both made from a foam-like material, and studs are provided on a front surface of the chair for engagement with the horizontal holes. A mounting member having a curved wall conforming to the contour of the U-shaped member of the chair is provided and fits into the U-shaped member. Resilient tongues extend downward from the mounting member to engage the vertical holes of the desk board.

Abstract: An infant seat is releasably suspended from an opening of a table of an infant walk support with a securing devices. Each securing device is formed by a bent plate of U section for fitting into perforations surrounding the opening and having spaced-apart legs. One of the legs is secured to the infant seat and the other of the legs is formed with a transverse flange for engaging an edge of the perforation in the table.

Abstract: A child's walker includes pivotally connected first and second frame members which rotate with respect to one another to define an open position and a closed position. A third frame member has a tray on the front portion thereof and a rear portion which freely pivots on the first frame member. Height adjusting means are secured to the legs of the first frame member, these means supporting the legs of the second frame member when the walker is in the open position. The walker folds to the closed position for carrying and storage.

Abstract: A walker that has wheels to facilitate its movement when it is not being relied upon as a primary means of support and that has brakes to hold said wheels against rotation when it is. The wheels are arranged in a tricycle configuration and brakes are associated with the two rear wheels. A pair of brake pads flank each wheel and are held into braking relation to each wheel by a pair of spring members, there being one spring for each brake, when little or no weight is applied to the walker by the user. The springs are compressed and the wheels are free to rotate when the weight of the user is applied to the walker. The user's forearms rest in padded armrests and hand grips are provided forwardly of those arm rests. The walker is adjustable in height and is foldable when not in use.

Abstract: A suspension harness/body jacket arrangement adapted for medical applications is disclosed. The harness arrangement suspends all or part of the body weight of a patient with respect to a wheelchair's fixed seat, a bed or the floor. The body jacket is seatless, and fabricated from a mesh or fish net material which elongates and grips the patient more snugly depending upon the tension applied thereto by suspension springs. In the case of incapacitated patients confined to the wheelchair, the arrangement may be used to substantially reduce the pressure applied to the patient's buttocks, thus preventing the development of pressure sores.

Abstract: A simple, lightweight, easily assemblable, disassemblable and transportable frame and motive means which can be attached to a wheelchair to enable a user having a lower body disability to safely move to and from a standing position without assistance from another person. The device provides braces against horizontal movement of the user's knees and hips when standing to allow the individual's skeletal structure to support the majority of the individual's body weight. The device utilizes a manually operated worm gear mechanism to provide a mechanical advantage in lifting and security against undesirable reverse movement of the lifting means when under load.

Abstract: A foldable rolling walker having a high crossbar for easier walking convenience, height adjustable handles centered over offset wheels for greater stability, lockable pivoting front wheels and reversible brakes. The overall design is compact, lightweight and very stable. The walker includes a seat removably mounted between the side frames of the walker by collar clamps secured to the frame of the walker.

Abstract: A mobile support device for a handicapped person and rollable on a reaction surface, the mobile support device comprising first and second substantially parallel planar frame sections oriented in spaced relationship to define a region therebetween, the lower portion of said frame sections defining a base, a back support portion spanning the region and coupled with the first and second frame portions, a seat spanning the region with at least a front portion thereof pivotable relative to the first and second frame portions and a wheel assembly mounted on the base so as to engage the reaction surface.

Abstract: A foot-propelled wheelchair-walker device which provides for the seated support of the user and also enables the user to stand and walk with the assistance of the device. The wheelchair-walker device has a four wheel base, a hydraulic post for height adjustment, a bent U-shaped cloth covered frame for a patient seat support suspended from the hydraulic post, a retaining bar attachable to said frame and a strap that extends between the user's legs and attaches to the retaining bar to secure the position of the user.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an improved adjusting bracket assembly having particular application for providing a height adjustment for a baby walker. The adjusting bracket assembly includes a sliding rod, springs, a block member, a setting plate and a guide block to provide a height adjustment. By depressing the guide block, an inclined surface of the guide block will displace the sliding rod and thereby detach a pair of detents of the block member from the beveled teeth of an adjusting bracket member. With the detents detached, the adjusting bracket is then displaceable for adjusting the height of the walker.

Abstract: An apparatus to allow a leg amputee having only a thigh stump to ride a bicycle comprising a height adjustable shaft assembly having a means rotatably attached to the lower end of the shaft assembly and attachable to the pedal of the bicycle and further having a thigh stump support assembly for attaching the thigh stump to the shaft assembly.

Abstract: This walker is designed to be light in weight and fold for compact storage. Primarily, it consists of a U-shaped main frame with wheels for rolling engagement with the ground, and an upper handle portion is provided and is telescopingly received on the main frame, so as to be adjustable for the heights of various individuals. A second pivotal frame is connected to the main frame and is provided for ground support in cooperation with the wheels of the main frame.

Abstract: A surgeon's operating stool 10 is provided which is readily movable when not occupied by a person but resists undesirable movement once a person has occupied the stool 10. The stool is provided with a series of rollers 20 which normally support the stool 10 and allow for movement in any desired direction. However, the rollers 20 include a spring loaded collapsible mechanism which, when occupied by a person, forces the rollers 20 to retract into the base 12 of the stool 10 and causes a nonskin surface 38 to engage the floor. The base 12 of the stool 10 is configured to receive the feet of a person using the stool, such that a person using the stool in either a standing or sitting position forces the retracting mechanism to remain retracted and thereby prevent undesirable movement during use. The stool 10 also includes a hydraulic height adjusting mechanism which is readily adjustable via foot operation.

Abstract: A rehabilitation walker device is disclosed. The walker device includes a seat a frame a seat support mechanism supporting the seat, handlebars supported by an upright handlebar support mechanism and a centerbar for connecting the seat support mechanism with the upright handlebar support mechanism, a pair of forward wheels pivotally attached to the handlebar support mechanism, and a pair of rear wheels pivotally attached to the frame proximate the seat support mechanism. The seat has a center and a width and the handlebars are located in front of the seat. The forward wheels are located in front of the seat and are separated by a first wheel span. The first wheel span is wide enough to allow sufficient space for a person to walk with both feet within the first wheel span while straddling the centerbar. The rear wheels are located behind the center of the seat and are separated by a second wheel span.