Abstract: The present invention relates to forearm fitness equipment having a first handlebar and a second handlebar which are arranged in a longitudinal direction. The first handlebar includes a twist guide part and a first spiral inclined surface formed on an end surface of one side of the twist guide part. The second handle bar includes a second spiral inclined surface on an end surface, which comes into contact with the first spiral inclined surface. The first and second spiral inclined surfaces extend spirally respective in an opposite rotational direction to each other. A spring is configured to provide an elastic force in a direction in which the first spiral inclined surface and the second spiral inclined surface come into contact with each other.

Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed for remote clinical monitoring performance of exercises using a smart resistance exercise device including a resistance band, a first handle connected to a first end of the resistance band and a second handle connected to a second end of the resistance band, a force sensing assembly operably coupled to the resistance band, and a local receiving device communicatively coupled to the force sensing assembly. The force sensing assembly of the device includes a housing, and a force sensor disposed in the housing and operatively connected to the resistance band to measure a force exerted on the resistance band. The force sensing assembly also includes a processing and communication module communicatively coupled to the force sensor to receive measurements of the force sensor and communicatively coupled to the local receiving device to transmit the measurements to the local receiving device.

Abstract: An isometric exercise system comprised of a network-enabled isometric exercise apparatus, force correction equations, and an isometric exercise companion software application. The isometric exercise apparatus can include force-receiving components, a measurement component, a pivot assembly, and a structural assembly. The measurement component can measure the amount of applied force. The pivot assembly can rotationally transfer the applied force to the measurement component. Force analysis of exercises can indicate that only a tangential component of the applied force is mechanically transferred to the measurement component via the pivot assembly. The force correction equations can translate the measured force into the tangential force transferred by the pivot assembly. The isometric exercise companion software application can present the amount of weight manipulated by the user to perform the exercise calculated using the force correction equation and the measured force.

Abstract: A system and method for assessing a patient's balancing ability in order to facilitate ascertaining the patient's current medical status. The system includes a balance plate for measuring the meter of gravity dynamic weight distribution in combination with a sensor for measuring the patient's fine motor skills.

Abstract: A system and method are described for assessing muscle parameters (e.g., force(s) exerted, force dynamics, strength, voluntary muscle movement, etc.) in a diagnostic or therapeutic environment. The muscle parameter assessment system includes a force-gauging device and a computing device. The force-gauging device includes at least one pressure-sensing component (e.g., transducer, pressure sensor, etc.) configured to respond to a force applied by a subject and produce one or more output signals. The force-gauging device can further include electronic circuitry configured to convert the output signals into data indicative of a muscle parameter. The computing device is configured to build a muscle assessment protocol based on one or more patient characteristics and/or user input. The computing device is further configured to execute one or more muscle assessments via the force-gauging device, receive data from the force-gauging device, and determine one or more muscle measurements for a subject.

Abstract: An exercise assembly for allowing a user to practice the sport of arm wrestling includes a table that may be positioned on a support surface. A support arm is coupled to the table. The support arm extends upwardly from the table. A spring biasing member is coupled to the support arm. A handle is coupled to the spring biasing member. The handle is oriented at an angle with respect to the spring biasing member. The user's hand and forearm are positioned in the convention of arm wrestling when the user grips the handle. A piston is coupled to the table. A rod is coupled between the piston and the handle. The user urges the handle downwardly toward the table. The user simultaneously stretches the spring biasing member and compresses the piston so the user is trained in the sport of arm wrestling.

Abstract: A device that exercises a wrist of a user by converting a pivotal motion into a linear motion. The device includes a base, a pair of pivoting assemblies, a pair of resistance assemblies, and a grip. The base is placed on a support surface. The pair of pivoting assemblies extend upwardly from the base and are spaced apart from each other to have the wrist of the user placed therebetween. The pair of resistance assemblies depend from the pair of pivoting assemblies, respectively, to the base. The grip extends from one pivoting assembly to the other pivoting assembly and is gripped by a hand of the user, and when pivoted downwardly by the hand of the user, the pair of pivoting assemblies pivot downwardly which in turn causes the pair of resistance assemblies to extend linearly upwardly and provide a resistance, and in doing so, converts the pivotal motion into the linear motion.

Abstract: The invention is a trigger pull training device for improving trigger pull technique. The device has a frame with a trigger track opening and a trigger which goes through that opening. A proximity sensor or a plurality of proximity sensors are placed proximate the trigger track opening. The sensors are connected to an indicator whereby pulling the trigger such that the trigger is within the sensing zone causes the proximity sensor to emit a signal. A plurality of sensors can be lined along the trigger track opening to indicate the accuracy of any pull.

Abstract: An electromagnetic apparatus, comprises a conductive loop comprising two parallel conductive legs joined at a free end by a sample contacting member and a magnetic circuit that imposes a magnetic field in opposite directions across the respective legs. A method of mechanically characterizing a sample, comprises imposing a magnetic field in opposite directions in each of two parallel conductive legs of a conductive loop, the legs joined at a free end by a sample contacting member.

Abstract: Systems and methods for measuring the pressure exerted between or within anatomical masses/structures, as well as the position and/or spatial dimensions of an anatomical structure. According to a preferred embodiment, the invention comprises a sensor element positionable between anatomical structures or within an anatomical structure. The sensor is operative to generate a signal indicative of the pressure being exerted therebetween or therewithin. The sensor may be operative to measure spatial dimensions between structures or within a structure. A monitor coupled to the sensor receives a signal generated thereby and provides an indication as to the spacing or pressure being measured. The systems and methods may be utilized in diagnostic tests or surgical procedures.

Abstract: An arrangement for monitoring and detecting a sleeping driver incorporating a load cell connected to electronic scales for establishing a base line force value when a driver grasps the steering wheel so that when the driver relaxes the grip on the steering wheel and the force value falls below the established base line value an alarm is sounded.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses a device for counting the repetitions of various types of exercise machines 12. A permanent magnet 14 is attached to a movable member, e.g., a weight stack 16, of the exercise machine 12 selected so as to move within an acceptable distance of a magnetic sensor 18 positioned on a stationary member 20 of the exercise machine 12. The sensor 18 has means 28 having a power supply 34 for detecting the magnetic field 26 and displaying the repetition number on a visual display means 22. A reset button 30 is provided along with an alternative embodiment providing a timed reset 38. Also, an embodiment is described wherein a voice synthesizer 42 announces the number of the repetition in addition to having a display 22.

Abstract: An isometric testing apparatus for performing isometric strength tests on individual muscles or joints of a patient includes a base, a seat coupled to the base, a vertical member coupled to the base, a horizontal arm coupled to the vertical member, and a force measuring device coupled to the horizontal arm. The base is configured for conserving space and allowing for placement proximal a corner. The chair is adjustably coupled to the base and may be adjusted to be located within the testing area, outside the testing area, and adjacent the testing area so that the chair may be used as needed or moved out of the way. The force measuring device is adjustably coupled to the base through the horizontal arm and vertical member and is horizontally and vertically adjustable for proper placement of the force measuring device. The force measuring device is pivotally mounted to the horizontal arm and pivots in a vertical plane to correct for any deflection of the vertical arm.

Abstract: A lever arm for testing consistency of effort during a lifting assessment has a plurality of measurement points at intervals along the length of the device. The lever arm pivots on a fulcrum located at the distal end of the device. The fulcrum consists of a rod which is supported in a horizontal position by a plurality of bearing boxes affixed to the distal end of the lever arm and a plurality of bearing boxes affixed to a base which is secured to, or rests on, a surface. This arrangement allows the lever arm to pivot in an arc when the proximal end of the device is lifted by the test subject. Workloads are applied to the lever arm and secured at said measurement points with a weight retaining assembly. Said weight retaining assembly contains a roller bar to which a plurality of barbell weighs can be affixed.