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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8177733 | Body weight support device and body weight support program A body weight support device of the present invention is equipped with a body attachment part attached to a user's body, a floor contact part provided contactably on a floor, a leg link part for connecting the body attachment part to the floor contact part through a... | 05/15/2012 |
| 8048008 | Motion assist device The motion assist device (200) is provided with an auxiliary oscillator generation element (150) configured to generate, on the basis of a second intrinsic angular velocity (ω2) set according to a first oscillator (ξ1) generated... | 11/01/2011 |
| 8034005 | Motion assist device A motion assist device for assisting a periodical motion of a creature such as a human by applying a force with appropriate strength to the creature so as to match a motion scale with a desired motion scale thereof regardless of a motion rhythm of the periodical mot... | 10/11/2011 |
| 7422549 | Bed-bicycle and method of use An easily-assembled bicycle for use by bed-ridden persons is provided. In an embodiment, the present invention is capable of being used in conjunction with both adjustable and non-adjustable beds or other person support. The present invention allows for hand or leg ... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7413553 | Exercising apparatus An exercising apparatus includes a base, two supporting brackets, a driving assembly, a pedal assembly and a case. The supporting brackets are mounted on the base. The driving assembly includes a motor, an eccentric wheel and a lifting bracket. The motor has a motor... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7390309 | Human assist system using gravity compensation control system and method using multiple feasibility parameters A method for obtaining an assist torque to be applied to a human joint, in a human assist system in order to reduce the load on muscles, according to the present invention comprises the step of obtaining a moment due to gravity, acting on a joint of each human segme... | 06/24/2008 |
| 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 |
| 7354406 | Exercising apparatus for body lipolysis and strengthening muscles As one of exercising apparatuses, in particular an exercising apparatus giving exercising effect by contracting and relaxing user's muscles, an exercising apparatus which includes at least one motion unit including a moving unit installed at one end thereof with a h... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7341565 | Passive motion machine providing controlled body motions for exercise and therapeutic purposes A passive motion exercise and/or treatment apparatus is provided which includes a main support assembly for supporting at least the head and torso of a user. The main assembly includes three support members which, in one mode of operation, are disposed in a common p... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7337751 | Veterinary goniometer for testing of animal leg joints A goniometer (also sometimes referred to as an arthrometer, fleximeter, or pronometer) for measuring the range of motion of an animal knee includes an anchor platform to which an animal's upper leg (femur) may be affixed, and a mobile platform to which the animal's ... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7273461 | Leg massager using air A leg massage using air is provided. The leg massager includes a U-shaped massaging portion, a supporting frame, an air tank, an air supply controller, a rotating plate, an optical sensor, an air pump, and a control unit. The control unit determines a rotation angle... | 09/25/2007 |
| 7235039 | Full body stretching assist device A full body stretching assist device includes a base, a central support shaft mounted on the base, left and right arm support stretching sections extending outwards therefrom, and left and right leg support stretching sections. The left and right arm support stretch... | 06/26/2007 |
| 7220234 | Exerciser device for lower legs An exercise device for exercising the lower legs of airline passengers. The device includes a support structure, and a foot platform that is movably mounted to the support structure. A motor is interconnected with the foot platform by a crank arrangement to provide ... | 05/22/2007 |
| 7217247 | Gravity compensation method in a human assist system and a human assist system with gravity compensation control A method for obtaining an assist torque to be applied to a human joint, in a human assist system for applying an assist torque to the human joint to reduce load of muscles, and the human assist system are provided. The method comprises the step of obtaining a moment... | 05/15/2007 |
| 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 |
| 7179236 | System for exercising the lower extremities in seated persons A system is provided for persons who must remain seated for extended periods of time, such as persons working in offices and the like. The system includes one or two support surfaces for the feet of the user, which are moved by a motor driven base. The support surfa... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7166083 | Knee-ankle-foot positioning kit A positioning system used to limit movement of the leg, such as when required after hip surgery. In at least one embodiment, a boot, which extends around the foot and lower leg, is secured around each foot. As such, the boots can be used to cushion the feet while ap... | 01/23/2007 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 7118515 | Exercising device An exercising device is described that permits exercising the arms and/or legs of a person, such as a wheelchair-bound person. The device has a drive shaft to which foot pedals are mounted. The foot pedals are mounted off of the axis of rotation and at an angle to t... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7083601 | Automatic fluid control system for use in open and laparoscopic laser surgery and electrosurgery and method therefor A manual and automatic fluid control system and method for use in open and laparoscopic laser surgery and electrosurgery is disclosed. The system includes a manual mode along with several automatic modes which can effectuate both suction and irrigation, either indiv... | 08/01/2006 |
| 7066896 | Interactive apparatus and method for developing ability in the neuromuscular system Apparatus and method for developing ability in the neuromuscular system of a user coupled, at coupling sites adjacent selected musculature, to anthropomorphic members of the apparatus by moving the anthropomorphic members through repetitive cycles such that during e... | 06/27/2006 |
| 7066897 | Pad assembly for use with swinging exerciser A pad assembly includes an air-filled base having an air-filled first bladder and an air-filled second bladder connected to a top of the base. A first liquid-filled part is rested in a recessed area in the first bladder and a second liquid-filled part is rested in a... | 06/27/2006 |
| 7041069 | Powered gait orthosis and method of utilizing same A powered gait orthosis is provided for exercising the legs of a patient, and includes a treadmill for acting on the feet of the patient and a pair of gait simulation assemblies disposed adjacent to the treadmill. Each gait simulation assembly includes a support arm... | 05/09/2006 |
| 7014602 | Leg stretching apparatus A stretching apparatus includes a base comprising a seat, a back support mounted to the base, at least one leg support pivotally mounted to the base, a first strap securing a user's leg to the leg support, a foot pedal positioned at a free end of the leg support, an... | 03/21/2006 |
| 6984197 | Exercise apparatus An exercise apparatus for applying desired stretch exercises while a user is sitting down on a chair or laying on his back. The exercise apparatus includes a portable frame, a leg supporting bag for fixedly supporting the legs of the user in the frame, and a sole pr... | 01/10/2006 |
| 6966882 | Active muscle assistance device and method A method for controlling movement using an active powered device including an actuator, joint position sensor, muscle stress sensor, and control system. The device provides primarily muscle support although it is capable of additionally providing joint support (henc... | 11/22/2005 |
| 6966883 | Method and apparatus for relieving leg cramps and massaging muscles Removably attached leg cramp relieving and muscle massaging elements with a variable length handle. A non-pinching foot supporting loop combined with the handle permits a user to stretch a leg to alleviate leg cramps. Muscle massaging element combined with the handl... | 11/22/2005 |
| 6932778 | Muscular relaxation machine for relaxation of leg muscles A pair of supports for the legs of the user. The supports being movable so that they approach and move away from each other, and the supports being associated with a driving device. The supports are padded and mounted on a height-adjustable plate The driving device ... | 08/23/2005 |
| 6770040 | Rehabilitation device for persons with paresis of lower limbs enabling them to walk Rehabilitation device for persons with paresis of lower limbs enabling them to walk, comprising rocking elements having at their lower part foot elements with platforms for user's feet, said rocking elements being connected, at their upper part by a frame constituti... | 08/03/2004 |
| 6685658 | Device and method for a locomotion therapy The invention relates to an apparatus which actively moves the legs of a disabled person in a movement pattern that is similar to physiological walking. The inclination of the standing table can be adjusted between a horizontal and a vertical position as ... | 02/03/2004 |
| 6635034 | Multifunctional handpiece for use in open and laparoscopic laser surgery and electrosurgery A manual and automatic fluid control system and method for use in open and laparoscopic laser surgery and electrosurgery is disclosed. The system includes a manual mode along with several automatic modes which can effectuate both suction and irrigation, e... | 10/21/2003 |
| 6593710 | Moving apparatus with two connected movable actuating elements for a pair of person extremities It is an object of the invention to provide a movement device, which makes possible an improved conclusion concerning the cooperation of a person with impaired mobility during training. In a first solution, "active phases", related to a side, represent a ... | 07/15/2003 |
| 6572568 | Circularly rotating exerciser Both feet independently supported and circularly rotating exerciser including a base seat, a driving motor, a pair of driven wheels, a transmission member, a pair of linking members and a pair of foot support members. When the driving wheel of the driving... | 06/03/2003 |
| 6491650 | Leg exercising equipment A leg exercising equipment is disclosed. It mainly comprises a base, a driving system, and a lower leg supporting frame for exercising the legs and lower body of a user. The driving system includes a driving device, a rotary element, a link, a guiding ele... | 12/10/2002 |
| 6387065 | Remote controllable medical pumping apparatus A remote controllable medical pumping apparatus for controlling from a local site the application of compressive pressures to a part of the human body located at a remote site includes means disposed at the remote site for applying compressive pressure ab... | 05/14/2002 |
| 6179752 | Linkage device for a stepping and swinging exerciser A linkage device for a stepping and swinging exerciser, the stepping and swinging exerciser including a base, a transversely disposed handle, a stepper, and a swinging linkage device. The swinging linkage device is secured at a front end of the base. The ... | 01/30/2001 |
| 6086550 | Apparatus for imparting a rocking motion to the legs and torso of a user An apparatus for imparting a rocking motion to the legs and torso of a user includes a base, a leg rest removably mounted on the base to support the legs of the user, and a drive system positioned within the base for driving an upper portion of the base t... | 07/11/2000 |
