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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8062238 | Device at a so-called back bench for arresting the lying part of the bench in desired angular setting The invention relates to a device (1) at a so-called back bench (2) and comprises a lying part (6) that is supportable by a stand (3), turnably mounted around a pivot joint (5), and movable along the length extension (8) the... | 11/22/2011 |
| 7878992 | Power assistance controlling apparatus, power assistance controlling method, and physiotherapy apparatus Tow forces can be measured only by providing one force sensor in a device structure, and a drive system is driven so as to assist an external force by detecting it. A value at a force sensor (114) at the moment when a foot switch (121) is set as the or... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7530959 | Device for the stimulation of muscles of the locomotory apparatus A device for the stimulation of the locomotor apparatus muscles comprising a solid footboard (2), which is oscillated about a central axis (6) of oscillation having a transversal extension with respect to the footboard and dividing the latter into a fi... | 05/12/2009 |
| 7442150 | Leg strength measuring apparatus A leg strength measuring apparatus is capable of measuring a gravity center distribution of loads and leg strength which can in turn serve as a reference for the selection of a ski, a snowboard, ski boots, or snowboarding boots appropriate for a user of the apparatu... | 10/28/2008 |
| 7416518 | Exercise apparatus Apparatus for muscular stimulation of a user includes a pressure sensor, a control unit to which pressure values sensed by the pressure sensor are fed, and a vibrational stimulator for applying vibrational stimulation. The vibrational stimulator is activated by the ... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7381163 | Closed-loop force controlled body weight support system A body weight support system that monitors and controls the level of support force within a stepcycle to result in normative center of mass movement and ground reaction forces. The system comprises a harness connected to a lift line which in turn is connected to a m... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7367957 | Vibration training apparatus for linearly changing vibration amplitude A vibration training apparatus includes a base, a swinging link rod module and a driving mechanism. The swinging link rod module installed on the base has a driving mechanism for driving several swinging link rods for a link rod movement. An eccentric transmission s... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7356858 | Sit to stand support apparatus A rolling chassis supports dual lifting beams pivotably mounted on adjustable supporting pins. The beams are pivoted by rollers raised by dual driving piers. Each beam carried a pair of blocks for a rope running from a locking system on the chassis to one side of an... | 04/15/2008 |
| 7354412 | Orthopedic arm and shoulder brace The present invention relates to a portable device for providing continuous passive motion of a limb comprising a brace for supporting said limb. A programmable motor, mechanically connected to the brace, provides continuous passive motion of a limb. The movement of... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7338457 | Exercise device utilizing loading apparatus A therapeutic device, such as an exercise device, includes the principles of osteogenic repair by incorporating a loading mechanism into the exercise device. By doing so, the therapeutic device provides an increased osteogenic effect, thereby enhancing the benefits ... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7328467 | Patient lift and transfer device and method In a lift and transfer device and method, a patient support assembly supported on a lift on a wheeled platform includes a main support arm pivoted to the lift. First and second transversely extending support arms respectively carrying a back support section and a le... | 02/12/2008 |
| 7303049 | System for people with limited mobility or with elevated risk of falling A system for people with limited mobility or with elevated risk of falling. Embodiments of the invention include internal walls that do not extend to the ceiling, a track system, a joist which is able to move on the track system, a carriage which is able to move on ... | 12/04/2007 |
| 7291100 | Exercise equipment resistance unit A sports apparatus provides a variable resistance to a user. A resilient panel can be adjusted for custom resistance. The resilient panel is provided with pulleys and cables arranged to deflect the panel when a user provides a force on the cable. The user can transm... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7288075 | Methods and devices utilizing rheological materials Impression devices are provided for making an impression of a desired feature. The impression devices include: a flexible bladder having a cavity formed therein, the flexible bladder being capable of conforming to the details of the desired feature; a rheological ma... | 10/30/2007 |
| 7278227 | Conditioning shoe and method of use An conditioning article of footwear for exercise, strength training, or physical therapy having a foot support platform with either straps or an upper shoe portion or the like to engage the foot, a sole having front and rear ends corresponding with the toes and heel... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7276033 | Rhythmic blood pressure modulation and legshaking apparatus Resonant and powered rhythmic blood pressure modulation (hereinafter “RBPM”) and “Legshaking” apparatus are provided for implementing either hand or powered RBPM, or Legshaking operation as intended for therapeutic treatment of cardiovascularly or neurologic... | 10/02/2007 |
| 7261176 | Articulated vehicle suspension system shoulder joint An articulated vehicle suspension system shoulder joint is disclosed. A vehicle includes a plurality of wheel assemblies; a plurality of rotating shoulder joints, each wheel assembly being mounted to a respective one of the shoulder joints and rotatable in a plane b... | 08/28/2007 |
| 7254850 | Radial arm system for patient care equipment A system for supporting patient care equipment alongside a patient support is provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a plurality of arms supported by a support structure. The arms may be pivoted to either side of the patient support. The arms may be stored... | 08/14/2007 |
| 7252644 | System and methods to overcome gravity-induced dysfunction in extremity paresis The present invention relates to a system for use in rehabilitation and/or physical therapy for the treatment of injury or disease. The system can overcome gravity-induced dysfunction in extremity paresis following stroke or other neurological disorders. ... | 08/07/2007 |
| 7250021 | Adjustable pull-rope exercise device A compact exercise device (10) of the type wherein a person grips handle devices (12, 30) lying at opposite ends of a rope that extends through a housing (22), the person pulling one end of the rope away from the housing while resisting movement... | 07/31/2007 |
| 7238161 | Apparatus and method for passive and active therapeutic exercise A therapy apparatus includes a container having an interior volume and having an opening providing access to the interior volume and massaging elements freely located in the interior volume of the container. Each massaging element has a generally spherical exterior ... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7207954 | Apparatus and methods for therapeutically treating damaged tissues, bone fractures, osteopenia, or osteoporosis Apparatus and methods for therapeutically treating bone fractures, osteopenia, osteoporosis, or other tissue conditions. A platform supports a body to be treated. An oscillator is positioned within the platform and is configured to impart an oscillating force on the... | 04/24/2007 |
| 7207955 | Apparatus and method for therapeutically treating damaged tissues, bone fractures, osteopenia or osteoporosis Apparatus and methods for therapeutically treating at least a portion of a body. Apparatus and methods according to various embodiments of the disclosure include a platform for supporting at least a portion of a body. The platform includes at least one plate, a driv... | 04/24/2007 |
| 7192390 | Expander type exercise device There is now provided an expander type exercise device for performing physical workout exercise that can be configured in a simple manner to adjust the resiliency of an elastic strand for various physical workout exercises, by varying the length of the elastic stran... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7189193 | Apparatus for physical training of persons The present invention relates to an apparatus for increasing blood flow to the skin of a person using the apparatus for regeneration of skin and digestion of adipose cells without causing an increase of gravity effects on the person. The apparatus comprises a work-o... | 03/13/2007 |
| 7182738 | Patient monitoring apparatus and method for orthosis and other devices A monitoring system for monitoring a patient using a device, such as an orthosis system is provided. The system includes a monitor that can be incorporated or otherwise coupled to the device. The monitor can have a position sensor, a temperature sensor, and a device... | 02/27/2007 |
| 7182403 | Reclining chair A reclining chair, in particular a passenger chair, for use in a vehicle such as an aircraft, bus or mobile home. The chair includes a base assembly, a seat frame located above the base assembly, a seat attached to the seat frame, and a seat back connected to the se... | 02/27/2007 |
| 7179237 | Device for preventing or relieving pain in the lower back A device for preventing or relieving pain in the lower back of a human subject includes a body-engaging element configured for engaging a region of the subject's body inferior to the lumbar vertebrae while the subject lies in a supine position. A drive mechanism is ... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7175574 | Exercise device An exercise device including a resistance tube and a body engaging member for engaging a portion of a user's body, such as, for example, a foot, a leg, a hand or arm. The exercise device can be used in connection with various types of exercise, including, for exampl... | 02/13/2007 |
| 7163492 | Physical therapy walking exercise apparatus Physical therapy walking exercise apparatus is disclosed and includes a gear motor driven V belt sheave a V belt on the V belt sheave and the V belt extending to fit on a driven fly wheel, beams concentrically attached to the axle leg of the driven fly wheel and foo... | 01/16/2007 |
| 7147590 | Runner's training aid An apparatus for training a runner a proper arm-swing technique includes a body harness, and first and second engagement members for engaging the wrists or hands of the user. In one embodiment, the engagement members are grips that the user grasps while running. The... | 12/12/2006 |
| 7144380 | Traction method and device A traction device utilizes a harness connected to the body of a patient, such as the head or hips. The harness is connected by a clip to a tether which passes through a ratchet pulley connected to a first end of a spring chamber. A second end of the spring chamber i... | 12/05/2006 |
| 7141027 | Leg stretching machine According to the invention, there is disclosed a leg stretching device 10 characterized by a leg support arm 34 mounted to a primary shaft 36 at a first end, the leg support arm having a leg support 38 secured to the leg support arm at a ... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7141007 | Apparatus for physical training of persons The present invention relates to an apparatus for increasing blood flow to the skin of a person using the apparatus for regeneration of skin and digestion of adipose cells without causing an increase of gravity effects on the person. The apparatus comprises a work-o... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7141029 | Vibratory apparatus of exercise A vibratory exercise apparatus capable of providing sufficient vertical movement force is provided that adopts a structure of a bobbin coil connected with a vibration plate employed in a magnetic gap of a magnetic circuit using a permanent magnet that can generate a... | 11/28/2006 |
| 7137959 | Paraplegic rehabilitation apparatus Walking motion apparatus and methods for use thereof are provided for enabling paraplegic, quadriplegic, brain injured and various other handicapped patients to implement a natural walking motion while either supporting no weight, or alternately, a selected portion ... | 11/21/2006 |
| 7131936 | Apparatus for training a body part of a person and method for using same Apparatus for training a body part, such as for example the feet or head, of a person is shown. The apparatus structure is configured to receive and support the body part. The structure includes a body part-supporting member defining a movement path of a selected di... | 11/07/2006 |
| 7128332 | Wheelchair designs and related enhancements Wheelchair designs and enhancements are provided for use with conventional wheelchair designs. The designs and enhancements include first and second contoured folding seat panels that are hingedly mounted with respect to the wheelchair frame and that are offer inter... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7125388 | Robotic gait rehabilitation by optimal motion of the hip A method and a robotic device for locomotion training. The method involves shifting a subject's pelvis without directly contacting the subject's leg, thereby causing the subject's legs to move along a moveable surface. The device comprises two backdriveable robots, ... | 10/24/2006 |
| 7108664 | Continuous passive motion device for rehabilitation of the elbow or shoulder A continuous passive motion device is provided having specific application to rehabilitative treatment of the elbow or shoulder. The device includes a motorized winch displacable in a first or second direction, a cord suspended from the winch by a variable extension... | 09/19/2006 |
