Did You Know...
...Chester Carlson was a patent agent who tired of having to make multiple copies of patent applications using the only duplication method available at the time: carbon paper. In 1959 he came up with a new copying system and took it to IBM for evaluation. The "experts" at IBM determined potential sales to be only 5,000 units because people wouldn't want to use a bulky machine when they had carbon paper. Carlson's invention was the xerography process, the company founded on the system is Xerox.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8142336 | Leg rehabilitation strap An apparatus to assist a user in the bending or moving of their knee/leg area that can be used to increase mobility and/or perform rehabilitation exercises is herein disclosed, comprising a unitary piece of heavy textile, and a central strap provided about the upper... | 03/27/2012 |
| 8118719 | Exercise method for the arms An exercise routine includes holding an elastic band in clenched fists and rotating the fists against the elastic restraining force of the elastic band while obtaining leverage through the contact of both hands. In one approach the right arm is rotated in the clockw... | 02/21/2012 |
| 8038586 | Portable exercise apparatus A portable exercise apparatus comprising a member, for placing on the user's back, a shoulder strap, extending out of the member, for passing around the user's shoulder, a torso strap, extending out of the member, for passing around the user's torso, wherein the tor... | 10/18/2011 |
| 8007419 | Overspeed trainer system A single-handed overspeed trainer system that detachably tethers an athlete to a trainer through a substantially quiet, non-hook and loop material, release structure is disclosed. In one embodiment, the athlete wears a belt with a substantially rigid loop extending ... | 08/30/2011 |
| 8002681 | Resistance training tool A resistance training tool having at least one elastic resistance member. The resistance member can include an elastic segment and a swivel clip, attached to each end of the elastic segment, that rotates independently of the elastic segment about an axis defined by ... | 08/23/2011 |
| 7998041 | Rubber band musculoskeletal exercise device A shell harness comprises particular harness slots for an attachment and a detachment of rubber bands. The rubber bands are covered with a protection sleeve that traps the band and slows it down in an event of a break. The rubber bands are connected to foot straps w... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7998040 | Force assistance device for walking rehabilitation therapy A physical therapy apparatus for use in conjunction with a treadmill provides an assistive force to a forward movement of the legs. A force assistance device is adapted to attach to the feet or legs of a patient positioned on a motorized treadmill to assist in walki... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7955236 | Foot and ankle exercise device The present invention relates to a foot and ankle exercise device. The exercise device may include a foot strap, a pull strap, a handle, and a resistance band. The foot strap may be adjustable to secure the device to a user's foot. The pull strap may have a first en... | 06/07/2011 |
| 7935036 | Exercise and training apparatus A portable exercise system includes a customizable pouch for positioning proximate the upper torso of a user, as well as customizable resistance bands. The resistance bands may detach from the pouch and be selected based upon a user's height, age, girth, preference,... | 05/03/2011 |
| 7931571 | Hip flexion assist orthosis or hip knee extension assist orthosis An apparatus suitable for imitating one or more muscle members of a human user during physical therapy, wherein the apparatus is configured to be used in conjunction with the human user having a waist and a leg having a knee. The apparatus includes an adjustable wai... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7874970 | Power-core training system A rotational sports training and conditioning system has a hip harness, a torso harness, a pair of adjustable connectors that connect diagonally from the torso harness to the hip harness, an elongated cord and a club band. The hip and torso harnesses each have selec... | 01/25/2011 |
| 7854694 | Exercise vest An exercise vest for upper body development is disclosed. The vest has a series of horizontal straps, adjustable in length, that encircle the vest and fasten in front to secure the vest on the person and provide upper body support. There are three elastic band assem... | 12/21/2010 |
| 7850583 | Tension line exercise apparatus and method of exercising using a tension line exercise apparatus An exercise apparatus including an elbow attachment device configured for attachment to an elbow of a user is provided. A tensioning device is configured for connection to the elbow attachment device and configured for connection to a torso of the user. The present ... | 12/14/2010 |
| 7833140 | Core resistance apparatus A core resistance apparatus is provided. The core resistance apparatus is comprised of a rotational adjusting element having a rotational member and a first and a second rotational cord guide. The first and second rotational cord guides pivotally contact a first and... | 11/16/2010 |
| 7766805 | Triceps exercise apparatus The triceps exercise apparatus is self-contained and needs no anchor or attachment, whether to a user or to an external object. The pouch of the apparatus is pliable and filled with a conforming, pliable weight mass that allows the pouch to rest comfortably over a u... | 08/03/2010 |
| 7758481 | Dynamic hip stabilizer A dynamic hip stabilizer utilized to reduce the risk of postoperative and recurrent traumatic hip dislocations. The hip stabilizer includes a pelvic girdle, at least one thigh cuff, and one or more elements for generating an elastic tensile force between the girdle ... | 07/20/2010 |
| 7744511 | Suit for forcedly modifying a human posture and producing an increased load on a locomotion apparatus The invention relates to medicine and is used for forcedly modifying a human posture and producing an increased load on a locomotion apparatus. The inventive device comprises shoulder, pelvic, knee and foot supports which are connected to each other by loading eleme... | 06/29/2010 |
| 7744512 | Aerobic Resistance Exercise Device An exercise device comprises an elastic member with foot straps its ends for attachment to a user's feet, which is secured to a vest which encircles upper chest region, and passes through an inverted “U” enclosed pathway affixed to the vest. Additional elastic m... | 06/29/2010 |
| 7727131 | Linked stretch tubing A method and system are disclosed. The system may include a linked stretch tube. The linked stretch tube may include a first stretch tubing section having a first end and a second end; a second stretch tubing section having a first end and a second end; a first link... | 06/01/2010 |
| 7717834 | Therapeutic shoulder apparatus In one embodiment, a shoulder exercise and stretching apparatus includes a forearm support, a forearm securing means for securing a user's forearm to the forearm support, an elbow support to capture the elbow of a user and keep the user's arm in a desired position t... | 05/18/2010 |
| 7699761 | Overspeed trainer system A single-handed overspeed trainer system that detachably tethers an athlete to a trainer through a substantially quiet, non-hook and loop material, release structure is disclosed. In one embodiment, the athlete wears a belt with a substantially rigid loop extending ... | 04/20/2010 |
| 7674212 | Drop foot device The invention relates to assembly of an accessory and a shoe for providing support to a foot-drop affected foot relative to a lower leg belonging to the foot such that the foot is prevented from dropping downwards relative to the lower leg when the foot is raised by... | 03/09/2010 |
| 7651450 | Physical training apparatus and method A resistance training apparatus and method for providing a plurality of training vectors having points of origin variable by direction and elevation to a trainee. The apparatus may accommodate a plurality of trainees and provide multiple training vectors to each tra... | 01/26/2010 |
| 7651451 | Multiple muscle exercising device There is provided by this invention a portable, elastic, and resilient exercising sleeve that can be placed around the torso and the extremities of the body for performing muscle strengthening and conditioning exercises that is generally comprised of a large elastic... | 01/26/2010 |
| 7618356 | Exercise apparatus including a resistance training assembly coupled within an exercising shoe An improved exercise apparatus including a resistance training assembly coupled within an exercising shoe. The exercise shoe has a durable heel portion including a hollow placement slot having a contoured interior cavity for accepting the resistance training assembl... | 11/17/2009 |
| 7608026 | Device for strengthening, training, and rehabilitating isolated muscle groups using elastic resistance elements An exercise device, for use in strengthening, training, and rehabilitating the body, using at least two harnesses and at least one elastic element. The harnesses are attached to the body and have mating clips attached to them to establish anchor points. The elastic ... | 10/27/2009 |
| 7563212 | Tension line exercise apparatus and method of exercising using a tension line exercise apparatus An exercise apparatus including an elbow attachment device configured for attachment to an elbow of a user is provided. A tensioning device is configured for connection to the elbow attachment device and configured for connection to a torso of the user. The present ... | 07/21/2009 |
| 7553266 | Lift assist device and method The invention relates to a device and method for assisting a subject to perform a motion such as a lift. The invention comprises a first anchor attachable to a first side of a joint of the subject's body, a second anchor attachable to a second side of the joint; and... | 06/30/2009 |
| 7494453 | Physical training apparatus and method A physical training apparatus and method for providing forces opposing the motion of a trainee through the range of motion of the trainee while performing various movements. The apparatus includes means for providing resistance forces to multiple body parts of the t... | 02/24/2009 |
| 7476185 | Dynamic hip stabilizer A dynamic hip stabilizer utilized to prevent postoperative and recurrent traumatic hip dislocations. The stabilizer includes a pelvic girdle defining an upper opening for the wearer's waist and a lower opening for the wearer's hips, at least one thigh cuff defining ... | 01/13/2009 |
| 7442133 | Shooting and training aid for basketball players A shooting and training aid for basketball players to prevent interference of the non-shooting hand when shooting a basketball. This interference is caused by the non-shooting hand unnecessarily providing force for the shot as well as the fingers on the non-shooting... | 10/28/2008 |
| 7390286 | Adjustable therapeutic exercising apparatus and the method for the neck An adjustable apparatus for exercising the neck including an assembly connected to an anchor by a tether that has an elastic portion. The assembly includes a cap, a harness to secure the cap on the head, and a saddle piece that extends across the back of the neck. T... | 06/24/2008 |
| 7384382 | Interpersonal towing system An interpersonal towing system deploys two or more harnesses each worn by an individual, each harness connected to opposing sides of a highly elastic towline that is protected by a durable fabric cover. The harnesses are configured for detachable connection to the t... | 06/10/2008 |
| 7364555 | Self-assisted shoulder passive range of motion apparatus A self-assisted shoulder passive range of motion (SA-PROM) apparatus. The apparatus includes a forearm support adapted to receive the forearm of the affected arm, a double pulley assembly, a single pulley connectable to an elevated support such as an upper door edge... | 04/29/2008 |
| 7361126 | Exercise device An exercise device is provided for enabling a user to obtain a full body workout. By attaching the device at selected positions on the hands, feet, arms, legs, or torso, different muscle groups of a user's body can be isolated for training and strengthening purposes... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7357761 | Universal exercise article A universal exercise device comprising a U-shape rigid frame with legs upper portions lying generally in a plane, a bight portion joining the legs at lower portions thereof and handles at an upper portion of the legs. At least one resilient resistance member spans t... | 04/15/2008 |
| 7354385 | Distally/proximally-weighted joint sleeve Various systems, methods, devices, etc. for simulating obesity and enhancing caloric expenditure in daily activities are provided. One embodiment is a device for wearing over a body joint to simulate obesity and enhance caloric expenditure in daily activities. One s... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7326157 | Exercise device with stretchable elastic member An exercise device includes an elastic member, a bar, and a handle coupled to an end of the elastic member. The bar includes an end having an engaging hole. The end of the bar further includes at least one longitudinal slot. The bar further includes at least one tra... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7322908 | Exercise device An exercise apparatus is provided, either in assembled or kit form, particularly for emulating and improving a golf swing. The apparatus includes an elongate bar having hand grips each disposed at opposite ends thereon, and a neck support disposed at a substantially... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7318793 | Push up/pull up exercise apparatus and methods for use Exercise devices that have a novel mechanical that allow the force required to do push-ups, pull-ups or dips to be varied to aid with athletic training. ... | 01/15/2008 |
