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Lifting and carrying aid

a technology for lifting and carrying objects, applied in the field of lifting aids, can solve the problems of repetitive strain on the structure, uneven loading of the structure, and injury, and achieve the effects of preventing lower back injuries, reducing incidence, and lifting and carrying objects

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-01-25
WILLIS GROUP
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"The present invention is a lifting device that helps individuals carry objects without causing lower back injuries. It includes an arcuate base member that attaches to a body encircling belt and at least one hinged member attached to the base member to support an object. The hinged member has two equally spaced members that can accommodate the base member when in the stored position. The device ensures proper positioning of the load and decreases arm loading, making it more ergonomically correct and less physically demanding. Overall, the invention improves the user's efficiency and comfort while carrying heavy loads."

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Injury can occur from repetitive strain to these structures or uneven loading of these structures.
The constant muscular tension required for this action can become uncomfortable after repeated lifting maneuvers especially during carrying and lifting actions.
Unfortunately, when carrying large or awkward objects, the amount of muscular strain required of the both the larger trunk muscles and the smaller extremity muscles can be excessive.
Furthermore, when lifiting or carrying an object the arms can tire and a load can shift downward and forward resulting in improper loading and an increase in back tension and injury risk.

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[0014] Before providing a detailed description of the invention, it may be helpful to review the state of the art of belt-like devices. A great many types and kinds of belt-like devices exist for encircling and providing support to and for particular areas of the human body. A great majority of such belts are for corrective rather than preventive purposes. Some such belts are designed to urge one or more body parts back into their normal position. Others are constructed to restrict movement of a body part to prevent further injury thereto, or pain resulting from an unwanted movement of a previously injured body member. Still other belts function to compress or rearrange sagging body members to help slim and beautify the figure. More recently, belt-like devices are constructed or intended to prevent body strain, stress, or injury during work. The latter involves a body encircling belt for use by persons who are physically capable of performing lifting and other strenuous material han...

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Abstract

A lifting device includes an arcuate base member adapted to attach to a body encircling belt and at least one hinged member attached to the arcuate base member to support an object being maneuvered by a wearer of the lifting device. The arcuate base member is attached to the body encircling belt using adjustable lateral straps.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] Not applicable. STATEMENTS REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH [0002] Not applicable. FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0003] This invention relates generally to lifting aids and more particularly to a lifting support belt adapted to support an object being positioned or carried by a person wearing the lifting support belt. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0004] When an object is lifted by a person in a standing position, the weight of the object is transferred up the arms, through the shoulders and related musculo-skeletal structures, down the spinal column to the pelvis and the legs. Injury can occur from repetitive strain to these structures or uneven loading of these structures. By using proper lifting techniques of legs apart, knees bent and a straight back position, the center of gravity of the object can be maintained closer to the natural center of gravity of the human body and the possibility of overuse can be minimized. Also, by position...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A45F5/00A45C1/04A45F3/00
CPCA45F3/14A45F5/02B25H3/00A45F2003/144A45F5/021
Inventor WILLIS
Owner WILLIS GROUP
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