Abstract: The present invention relates to a seating portion of a toilet seat (10). The seating portion according to the present invention comprises a seat ring (12) and hand and/or arm rests or support means (14) extending closely adjacent to or from the seat ring (12). A prior art seat ring can be easily replaced by the seating portion according to the present invention.

Abstract: A reduction seat for chamber pots or toilet bowls comprises a plurality of substantially stiff portions (2a, 2b, 3a, 3b) adapted to be selectively disposed in an engagement position on a sanitary bowl, in which they are substantially in coplanar relation with each other, and in a folded position for transport, and application means (12a, 12b) comprising stiff engagement elements (13a, 13b) adapted to abut at mutually facing positions against an upper rim (4b) of the sanitary bowl.

Abstract: An auxiliary seat for young children, particularly for use with children having physical disabilities, is removably connected to the bowl of a toilet. The seat base is a rear-facing horseshoe shape, with upstanding arms and back support. The auxiliary seat provides postural support, by way of contoured sitting surfaces, a deep contoured anterior support. The anterior trunk support is pivotally connected across the front of the seat, to support the trunk and forearms of the user. A separate, adjustable height footrest is provided, the seat having restraint straps that may be individually applied about the knees of the user. A flexible urine deflector is removably insertable at the front of the seat.

Abstract: An improved toilet seat is provided that includes a number of integral handles configured such that a person using the seat can stabilize or balance his or her body while exerting downward force on the seat. The toilet seat includes a seating element having an upper surface, an outer periphery that extends beyond an upper rim of a toilet bowl, a plurality of handles integrally formed in the seating element, a rear section, a narrow front section that forms at least one handle, and a transition section from the rear section to the narrow front section. Domestic, commercial, and other embodiments are also provided.

Abstract: A substantially annular toilet seat having a lifting surface which remains sanitary throughout a range of toilet seat positions between a toilet bowl and a toilet tank. The seat has a hinged end and an outer perimeter wall. The outer perimeter wall has a cavity therein which has a smooth inner surface and an open end facing outwardly from the toilet bowl. The seat has a hinging means connecting the hinged end the seat to the toilet bowl such that a user placing a finger in the cavity and pressing against the smooth inner surface may pivot the annular seat about the hinging means. This may be done without contamination of the finger because the cavity is shielded from urine splash and bacteria laden toilet water spraying outward from the toilet bowl when the toilet bowl is flushed. Alternatively, the toilet seat has a protrusion extending outwardly from the outer perimeter wall and having the cavity therein. The smooth inner surface of the cavity gradually converges from the open end to a closed end.

Abstract: A toilet seat assembly includes a toilet seat (40) and a seat holding bar assembly (30,130) for removably holding the seat on a toilet bowl (10,110), the seat having a rearwardly directed extension (72,74,172) including two spaced upwardly directed surfaces (80,190) each of which has one or more recesses (79,179), the seat holding bar assembly (30,130) being rigidly attachable to the toilet bowl (10,110) and having an outwardly directed projection (39,139) at each end which extends beyond the edges of the rear of the toilet bowl so that the seat (40) can be fitted to the bowl with the upwardly directed surfaces below the bar projections (39,139) with the projections located in said recesses (79,179).

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for use with a toilet bowl that keeps the user dry from moisture or other dirt found on conventional toilet seats. The apparatus includes two thigh support pads for contacting and supporting part of the backs of the thighs of a user, and two support members. Each of the support members has a top portion being rigidly coupled to a bottom side of one of the two thigh support pads. The apparatus also includes a seat frame, connectable to a back end of the toilet bowl, that connects to each of the bottom portions of the two support members. Each of the two thigh support pads has a front and a back, with the back being angled at least 25 degrees from the front, so that the two thigh support pads facilitate the user maintaining a semi-squatting position over the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A toilet transfer bench has a platform that is attached with hinges to the wall behind an existing toilet. The platform can be folded down over existing toilets to facilitate their use by persons in wheelchairs or by persons with limited mobility. The platform is supported over the existing toilet seat by hinged legs which fold back against the platform when the toilet transfer bench is folded up against the wall. An opening is provided in the platform that generally corresponds in size and shape to the toilet seat over which the platform is positioned.

Abstract: A toilet seat structure having a support framework for placement atop a conventional toilet bowl. A cradle assembly presents a pair of triangularly-shaped side panels which pivotally and tangentially engage laterally spaced-apart rails extending along each side of the toilet bowl. Spanning the side panels are a front lift bar and a conventional toilet seat. User induced pressure on the lift bar positions the lift bar at the front of the bowl with the seat being presented at an angled position to allow user entry. Downward pressure on the seat causes the toilet seat to assume a functional horizontal position above the toilet bowl. Concurrently, the lift bar swings upwardly so as to draw the legs of the seated user towards the user's torso. At this position the user is in an enhanced "squatting" position which is said to be effective for bowel movement. Alternative embodiments of the cradle assembly, associated rails, side arms and support framework are shown.

Abstract: A method of warming a toilet seat is described. Firstly, provide a toilet having a toilet seat and a pivotally mounted toilet seat cover. The toilet seat cover has a lower surface and a peripheral edge. The toilet seat cover is pivotally movable between a substantially vertical raised position and a substantially horizontal lowered position in which the lower surface of the toilet seat cover overlies the toilet seat. Secondly, secure a string of low voltage lights to the lower surface of the toilet seat cover adjacent the peripheral edge. Thirdly, position the toilet seat cover in a pivotal position parallel to the toilet seat when the toilet seat is not in use. Heat generated by the low voltage lights in proximity to the toilet seat warms the toilet seat in preparation for use.

Abstract: An easily removable and attachable toilet seat connector and method is disclosed herein. The device of the present invention comprises a threaded bolt and a nut which is threadable thereto. The threaded bolt has an axially extending aperture. A pin fits within the axially extending aperture of the threaded bolt. The radius of the pin is expandable, thereby securing the pin to a toilet seat mounting bracket, the mounting bracket having a bracket hole extending therethrough to accept the pin. The pin also has a threaded aperture axially extending therein, and a screw is threadable with the threaded aperture of the pin to provide radial expansion of the pin. The method for attaching a toilet seat to a toilet bowl basin first comprises inserting the threaded bolt into a toilet bowl basin hole and threading a nut to said threaded bolt. Thereafter, the radially expandable pin is inserted into a bracket hole of a toilet seat mounting bracket. The radius of the pin is expanded to secure the pin to the toilet seat.

Abstract: A toilet flush handle cover or guard is attachable to the bottom of a toilet seat and provides cover for the flush handle of a conventional toilet when the seat is raised to an upright position. The cover is formed to require a male user of the toilet to lower the seat to access the flush handle and flush the toilet after use, thereby providing considerate positioning of the seat of the toilet in the lowered position for subsequent female users. The flush handle cover may be formed in various configurations in order to provide proper coverage for various flush handles as desired, or alternatively may be formed as a single, integral unit with the toilet seat to extend therefrom. The present handle cover is adapted to remain clear of the upper surface of the seat and of any portion of the lid or tank, thus insuring comfort for a user of the toilet.

Abstract: A child's potty seat includes a ring-shaped cushion and a liquid-filled chamber which is formed between the cushion and an outer wall which is secured to the cushion. The outer wall is transparent, and decorative indicia within the chamber are visible through the outer wall. The decorative indicia move with the liquid as the outer wall moves toward and away from the cushion. An electronic chip mounted in the potty seat is compressed when the potty seat is used and emits music.

Abstract: A refreshable fragrant cushioned toilet seat (100) releases air freshener (26) concealed in its interior cushioning (20) through holes (16) in the upper panel (10) or the lower panel (12) or both into the toilet area on a continuous basis to eliminate odorous air in the toilet area. Upon exhaustion of the air freshener (26) in the toilet seat (100), the air freshener (26) is replenished by impregnating the holes with air freshener (26) dispensed from a container (22) with an acicular head (24). This acicular head (24) is of selected length and penetrates through the holes (16) into the interior of the cushion (20) where air freshener (26) is deposited. In another embodiment, the holes (16) penetrate into a cavity (32) in the upper panel (10) of the toilet seat (100) which is filled with air-refreshening potpourri (33) and covered with a transparent lid (34) flush with the top of this panel. This embodiment provides a pleasing aspect to the eye as well as serving the replenishable, air freshening function.

Abstract: A raised toilet seat is formed from plastic material as a single member by injection molding and includes a seat surface from which inner and outer flanges depend. The flanges form an open bottomed channel in which are located integral strengthening webs. The lower surface of the webs engage the toilet bowl, and three-point clamps integrally-formed with one of the flanges form a downward extension. A pair of rear clamping members is mounted in threaded passages in extensions from the outer flange.

Abstract: A central spindle which at the base end is eccentric. The central spindle is surrounded by a sleeve which is deformed and expands its effective diameter at the base when the spindle is turned. To release, the spindle is turned in the opposite direction, and the seat assembly may be removed. The device is particularly useful for attaching a toilet seat.

Abstract: A toilet seat ring automatic raising structure includes a pair of actuating legs with appropriate weight for lifting up the seat ring automatically. The actuating legs have magnetic rods which are attracted to the iron cones in an electromagnetic device so that the seat ring can be securely held in place. The releasing of the magnetic force is used to lift up the seat ring automatically.

Abstract: A new and improved toilet seat deodorizer apparatus includes a flexible, resilient air pump assembly shaped substantially in the form of a toilet seat, a connector assembly for connecting the air pump assembly to a toilet bowl, and an odor dispenser assembly connected to the air pump assembly. The odor dispenser assembly includes a first screened end in direct communication with air contained within the flexible, resilient air pump assembly and includes a second screened end in direct communication with air which is outside the air pump assembly and the odor dispenser assembly. When a person sits upon the flexible, resilient air pump assembly, a quantity of air is pumped from inside the air pump assembly, through the odor dispenser assembly, to outside the odor dispenser assembly to room air in the room in which the toilet is located. Rigid support members are connected to the flexible, resilient air pump assembly for supporting the air pump assembly a predetermined spaced distance from the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A connector assembly for detachably securing a toilet seat to a toilet bowl includes a base plate which is fixedly securable to the seat and has at least one bore. A clamping unit passes through the bore for detachably securing the base plate to the bowl and includes one end which projects beyond the base plate and another end which is insertable in an aligned mounting hole of the bowl. A lever connects the one end of the clamping unit for volumetrically increasing the clamping means in radial direction within said mounting hole to attain a secure attachment of said base plate to the bowl.

Abstract: A rotatable toilet seat, for use by the disabled and non-disabled alike, is constructed of a base portion which mounts to a commode of standard design. A rotatable seat portion rides on top of the base portion on a slip disk. A latch provides extra security by permitting rotation only when engaged by the user. Retractable clips hold the seat portion to the base portion. Retracting the clips allows for easy disassembly for cleaning and replacement of parts.

Abstract: A toilet attachment for placing the user in the proper crouched configuration for bowel movement. Various embodiments are disclosed. Certain embodiments lift the legs of the user by a bar under the knees or feet. Other embodiments provide a tilting seat.

Abstract: A connector rotatably joining the toilet seat/cover permits rapid attachment to a toilet bowl without the use of tools and without leaving securing members on the toilet bowl, whereby the closing of clamping components in the existing, seat mounting holes in the toilet bowl and atmospheric pressure by means of suction cups holds the toilet seat/cover to the edge of the toilet bowl.

Abstract: A portable toilet seat to be removably mounted on toilet installations that include an upper rim surface. The seat has two arched seat members, each having an upper half and a lower half that are securely mounted to each other, and each one of said arched seat members has an internal longitudinal channel. Two pairs of hingedly mounted arm members slidably housed inside the longitudinal channel so that when the two pairs of hingedly mounted arm members slide out and the arm members can be coaxially disposed when extended. The portable toilet seat adopts a substantially circular configuration that cooperatively aligns with the toilet rim surface. Locking mechanisms are provided to the hingedly mounted arm members so that they stay in place when housed within said arched seat members.

Abstract: A device for stabilizing a toilet seat in its desired position atop a toilet bowl, comprising at least one restraint connectable to the bottom of the toilet seat for preventing lateral movement of the toilet seat relative to the toilet bowl, wherein the restraint extends downward into the toilet bowl so as to rest immediately adjacent to an upper inside rim of the toilet bowl when the toilet seat is in its lowered position. In a preferred embodiment the device includes a tapered configuration on the restraint to guide the toilet seat onto the toilet bowl, and an edge portion which is substantially parallel to the inside edge of the toilet bowl when the seat is in the lowered position, which serves to stabilize the toilet seat by preventing lateral movement.

Abstract: A raised superimposed toilet seat is adapted to fit on a conventional toilet seat and is contoured to particularly meet the needs of patients who have undergone unilateral or bilateral total hip replacement procedures. The seat is contoured so that when the patient is seated thereon, the patient's legs are kept adducted in the proper position, ensuring that the patient's hips are placed with the proper amount of hip flexion and abduction to prevent hip dislocation.

Abstract: A movable toilet seat, the seat portion of which remains horizontal while raising and lowering. An upper frame capable of having a common toilet seat attached raises and lowers with respect to a lower frame. The lower frame provides support for the upper frame and is attached to the toilet. When the upper frame is raised, it also travels forward to allow more clearance from the toilet for the user. When the upper frame is lowered, it travels back to situate the user directly over the toilet bowl. Preferably, a reversible motor is used to raise and lower the upper frame. However, alternative embodiments encompass the use of an air shock absorber and a manual jack.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a toilet seat clock for mounting on a toilet seat hingably attached to a toilet bowl having a toilet seat and a cover hingably attached to the bowl. The clock apparatus is mounted on the toilet seat in a chamber provided in a forward portion of a toilet seat, the chamber extending through the toilet seat and the clock apparatus being contained within a housing to be inserted in the chamber, the housing to be enclosed on the top by a transparent lens for viewing the display panel including the time display and being enclosed on the bottom by a base plate which is fastened by attachment members to the bottom surface of the toilet seat. A sealing member is provided for sealing the lens mounted on the upper surface of the seat for preventing the moisture from entering the chamber and contacting the clock apparatus, the clock apparatus being of conventional construction including a digital watch which is battery operated.

Abstract: An apparatus has a housing being attached on a rear portion of a toilet seat which is pivotally mounted to a toilet bowl. The housing has a front portion deposited in front of a pivot axis of the toilet seat and an upper and lower chamber deposited behind the pivot axis. The front portion and the upper and lower chambers communicating with each other to allow liquid to flow therein to delay and actuate a rising movement of the toilet seat.

Abstract: A toilet system providing improved convenience, efficiency and sanitation with automatic operation. Basically, the toilet includes a bowl, a seat partially covering the bowl opening and a lid movable between a raised position exposing the seat and a lower position covering the seat and sealing the bowl. When the lid is raised, an air extraction system removes air and odors from the bowl. After use, the lid is either manually or automatically closed, initiating a high or low flush. When left to close automatically a low flush only is initiated. In a low flush, water is directed under pressure through two rotating spray jets against the bowl interior, then is removed along with any toilet contents by the rotating jets action and the macerator which reduces solids to small particles. Heated air is then directed into the bowl to dry the bowl. In a high flush, an additional spray jet cleans the seat and a larger quantity (typically 1/3 additional) of water is used.

Abstract: An organization is set forth including a series of components including a ring member for securement to and about a commode seat, a frame member for adherably mounting about a tissue roll dispenser, and a plurality of elongate longitudinally aligned mat members of flexible construction, wherein the components include illumination with characteristics to provide directional training to a child and the like for proper use of a commod during limited light conditions. The organization may include luminescent layers to provide visual observation to the components or alternatively utilize a fiber optic cable network directed therethrough to provide continuous, as well as selective, illumination of the components.

Abstract: A toilet seat has a heater connected to a controller for supplying heating current thereto via a first cable. A thermo-sensor in the toilet seat provides temperature signals to the controller via a second cable. The controller terminates the current to the heater upon the termination of signals from the thermo-sensor. The wires of the second cable have a diameter larger than those of the first cable, so that the wires of the second cable, which provide the temperature signal to the controller, will fail due to bending stresses upon repeated raising and lowering of the toilet seat, before the wires of the first cable. This will cause the controller to terminate the supply of current to the heater.

Abstract: An apparatus wherein a commode seat is selectively mounted to overlie a commode in a coextensive relationship utilizing fastening members to provide enhanced securement of the commode seat to the underlying commode. The fastening members each include an elongate shank at an upper end thereof and diametrically opposed blades mounted adjacent an end thereof to secure the commode seat to the underlying commode.

Abstract: A lavatory seat device includes lavatory seat accommodating a heater and a thermo-sensor for detecting a temperature thereof. First lead wires supply an electric current to the heater. Second lead wires convey a signal from the thermo-sensor. A control circuit controls the heater in response to the thermo-sensor in such a manner that the current supply of the heater is interrupted when the signal from the thermo-sensor becomes a set value or the cutting of the second lead wires is detected. A case has the control circuit therein. A first pivot portion of the lavatory seat has a hole through which the first and second lead wires extend. A second pivot portion of the case is fitting with the first pivot portion to pivot the lavatory seat. A holder holds the first and second lead wires in such a manner that the cutting of the first lead cannot occur prior to the cutting of the second lead wire.

Abstract: A bed with a built-in commode is provided which has a bed frame, a mattress having a through-hole formed almost at the central portion of the mattress and placed on the bed frame, a commode attached to the mattress at the through-hole, a pair of inflatable outer tubular pads laid along the opposed edge parts of the commode, a pair of inflatable inner tubular pads laid between the pair of outer tubular pads, a water inlet port disposed in the commode, a discharge passage communicated with the commode, an inflatable valve disposed in the discharge passage, and a controlling device to control the valve and the turbular pads. The controlling device is housed in an operating panel to control both the valve and the tubular pads so that the valve and the pair of outer tubular pads are inflated while the pair of inner tubular pads are deflated when a patient excretes, while both the pair of outer tubular pads and the pair of inner tubular pads are deflated when the valve is inflated for hip bathing.

Abstract: A power assisted toilet seat including a toilet seat lifting and tilting structure in which the seat is disposed between and below a pair of armrests for pivotal movement about a generally horizontal transverse axis with a power assist means being provided to move the toilet seat in a path closely approximating the movement of the hips, buttocks, thighs, knees and lower legs which occurs when a person moves between a standing position and a sitting position with the contacting relationship between the user and the seat and between the user and the armrests providing a stable and secure relationship between the user and the power assisted toilet seat during movement of the toilet seat and armrests as the user moves between a standing position and a sitting position.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for an improved water closet arm assembly for a water closet having a water closet seat. One embodiment of the apparatus comprises a substantially flat base member having a first and a second end with the substantially flat base member being mounted to a bottom surface of the water closet seat. A first and a second arm are secure to the first and second ends of the substantially flat base member for assisting a user in lowering and raising the user relative to the water closet seat. In another embodiment of the invention, the arm assembly is integrally incorporated into the water closet seat for securing to a conventional water closet.

Abstract: A toilet seat repair organization is set forth wherein a plurality of arcuate segments are formed in a mirror image relative to one another with a planar top and a planar bottom surface parallel to one another with a thickness substantially equal to that of bumper pads of an associated toilet seat. A modification of the instant invention includes a cavity formed with each upper surface to accept a deodorizing container therewithin to enable the deodorizing liquid contained therewithin to be dispersed through the porous repair segments. A further modification utilizes a plurality of arcuate ribs depending downwardly from the repair segments for overlying the upper rim surface of an associated commode to stabilize the toilet seat so repaired relative to the commode.

Abstract: A fastening assembly coupled to a hinge assembly of a sanitary fixture so that a seat and/or cover can be pivotably mounted thereto. The fastening assembly includes a deformable elastic bushing, which is positioned in each mounting hole provided on the rear shelf of the sanitary fixture, an internally threaded ring mounted in the lower end of the bushing, and a rod having a complimentary threaded lower end threadedly coupled to the threaded ring which deforms the bushing when drawn upwards to its mounted position. Thereafter, a hinge post is mounted over the upper end of the rod.

Abstract: Said cover (1) comprises a seat (3) and a lid (4), which are hinged on a base (6) attached to the back of bowl (2). Seat (3) and lid (4) are joined together by hinge (5) and quick fastening device (8, 19) is provided to attach seat/lid unit (3, 4) to fixed base (4), or to unlock said unit so that it may be removed, without separating seat (3) from lid (4). Said disassembly and reassembly operations, especially for cleaning purposes, are thus facilitated.

Abstract: A toilet seat assembly for the disabled, particularly those who are wheelchair bound with spinal chord injuries. The seat is fitted to a conventional toilet and is fixed or removably mounted in elevated position above the rim of the toilet bowl to provide lateral openings or clearance for the insertion of the user's hand to carry out perineal cleaning functions. The height of the raised seat is such as to promote easy user transfer from a wheelchair. A bracket for attaching the seat to the toilet bowl is supportive of arm supports for assisting the user on and off the seat.

Abstract: A bed with an integrated commode includes a mattress (10) and bed frame with a hole (26) disposed therein. The hole (26) is operable to receive the outer peripheral edge of the commode seat (14). A sanitary insert (12) is provided which has an upper surface (24) that is disposed over the mattress (10) or moisture-proof mattress cover and attached thereto by a hook and loop type attachment device (28). The sanitary insert (12) extends downward into the interior of the bowl with a downward extending portion (30). A commode seat (14) is operable to be disposed on the upper surface of the rim (22) and hold the sanitary insert (12) therein. The seat (14) has a splash guard (16) that extends from the interior surface thereof downward into the bowl.

Abstract: A specially designed commode which is configured to receive a latching device for securing a wheelchair to the commode and is characterized by an elongated bowl provided with a U-shaped rim and a corresponding removable and reversible seat. The removable seat is provided with a curved, downwardly-extending splash shield which extends inside the rim and a front flange, in order to stabilize the seat on the commode rim, facilitate removal of the commode seat from the commode rim and prevent contamination of the rim by splashing. The rim is hollow and is designed to receive water from a cooperating water tank and flush chamber for flushing the commode and the commode bowl further defines a base that is bolted to the floor in conventional fashion.

Abstract: A vibrating toilet seat is provided, wherein a vibrating motor is placed within a cushioned toilet seat. The motor is automatically actuated when the user sits on the seat. The motor can also be turned on manually. Power for the vibrating unit can be derived from a battery pack, or the unit can be plugged into a standard wall outlet. The invention can be used in conjunction with existing cushioned toilet seats, which can be easily modified to accommodate the vibrator motor and switching mechanism. The invention is not limited to use with toilet seats, but can also be used with automobile seats, or with other types of seats.

Abstract: An apparatus for positively positioning a seat on the rim of a toilet bowl to prevent the seat from accidently sliding off of the rim is disclosed. A first plurality of positioning members is attached to the upper surface of the rim, while a second plurality of positioning members is attached to the lower surface of the seat. The first and second pluralities of positioning members are formed having complementary male and female shapes and are located such that they engage one another when the seat is lowered onto the rim. When so engaged, the positioning members prevent the seat from sliding laterally relative to the rim. The male positioning members are preferably formed having the shape of a truncated cone, while the female positioning members are preferably formed having a complementary shaped recess. Adhesive tape may be used to attach the positioning members to the seat and the rim.

Abstract: A molding process for automatic spraying hot lavatory seats is characterized by directly positioning the hot spraying device composed of juxtaposed electric heat pipe and hot water pipes into a mold for molding the seat body, so that after molding, the seat body directly contains the spraying device in its thick wall.

Abstract: A one piece toilet seat comprising a rim having a central opening. The toilet seat rim has a front and back section. There is an imaginary axis passing through the front and back sections of the toilet seat rim. This axis lies generally perpendicular to the plane of the person using the toilet seat. The toilet seat rim possess a lifting tab means which extends from the rim outwardly of the rim, preferably at an acute angle to the axis. In this way, the toilet seat rim may be raised and lowered by grasping the tab means.

Abstract: The nut apparatus is formed by a body member having two ends with a threaded aperture extending therethrough between the two ends for receiving the threaded shank of a bolt or the like. The body member has a tapered portion at one end for partial insertion into an aperture formed through the structure of the toilet through which the bolt is to extend. An arm extends from the body member at a position between the base of the tapered portion and the other of the two ends of the body member transversely to the axis of the threaded aperture for engaging structure of the toilet to hold the body member stationary while the bolt is screwed into the threaded aperture or unscrewed from the threaded aperture. The body member, the tapered portion, and the arm are integral with each other and are formed of a suitable soft plastic material. A scored line extends across the width of the arm to facilitate breaking of the arm at the scored line to shorten the arm if desired.

Abstract: A handle attachable to the underside of a toilet seat is disclosed herein for the purpose of manually lifting or lowering the seat in a sanitary manner. The handle includes an elongated member having an attachment portion securable to the edge marginal region of the seat and a handle portion centilevered outwardly in position for grasping by the fingers of the user. A deodorant cake is mountable from the attachment portion and the handle portion, including a display area for carrying alpha/numeric or graphic representations in either flat, relief or raised orientation. A cover or sleeve may be inserted over the handle portion which is of sanitary composition or a band of sanitary material may be wrapped around the handle portion.

Abstract: An invalid wheelchair/litter having improvements in the areas of a cushioning cylinder that softens the lowering motion from the litter configuration to the chair configuration to protect the patient, providing removable upholstery which permits use of slip covers and quick and easy cleaning of the apparatus, improved foot rest structure having numerous advantageous features, and a toilet seat variation to permit the user to perform bodily functions while seated in the invention apparatus.

Abstract: A toilet seat (27) is provided with a slide housing (26) comprising nozzles for spraying and/or applying water and/or disinfecting liquid. It comprises at least one wiper for drying the surface of the seat (27). The slide housing (26) is placed over a segment of the seat (27), which then, while being sprayed by the nozzles, is driven in the circumferential direction by at least one electric motor. The entire operation is started up manually by actuating the lever (2) of the flushing water cistern (1), and subsequently is controlled by the control electronics (27) until the cleaning of the seat (27) has been completed. The energy is obtained by a turbine (11), which is mechanically connected to a low-voltage direct-current generator (13), and is driven by the water filling the flushing water cistern (11). The actual flushing water, therefore, flows at the normal kinetic energy into the toilet; the hydraulic resistance of the turbine (11) is not switched on while the flushing water flows into the toilet bowl.