Tray for walker

Abstract

The present invention generally provides a removable tray suitable for use with a walker. The removable tray may have slots on each side for securing the tray around the legs of the walker. In addition, the removable tray may have a clamping portion on the bottom of the tray for further securing the tray onto the walker. A recessed area on the top of the walker may allow the user to safely and effectively transport items such as food, bags, books or other suitable items. The user may safely place both hands on the walker and use the walker for support while the tray is secured onto the walker. The removable tray may be removed from the walker when not needed or may be removed for travel.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001]The present invention generally provides a removable tray suitable for use with a walker. The removable tray may have slots on each side for securing the tray around the legs of the walker. In addition, the removable tray may have a clamping portion on the bottom of the tray for further securing the tray onto the walker. A recessed area on the top of the walker may allow the user to safely and effectively transport items such as food, bags, books or other suitable items. The user may safely place both hands on the walker and use the walker for support while the tray is secured onto the walker. The removable tray may be removed from the walker when not needed or may be removed for travel.[0002]It is known to provide walking devices to individuals who have difficulty walking. Such devices are often used by those recovering from an injury, surgery or those individuals who may be advanced in age. Typical walkers have two grasping handles and four legs. ...

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Benefits of technology

[0005]The present invention generally provides a removable tray suitable for use with a walker. The removable tray may have slots on each side for securing the tray around the legs of the walker. In addition, the removable tray may have a clamping portion on the bottom of the tray for further securing the tray onto the walker. A recessed area on the top of the walker may allow the user to safely and effectively transport items such as food, bags, books or other suitable items. The user may safely place both hands on the walker and use the walker for support while the tray is secured onto the walker. The removable tray may be removed from the walker when not needed or may be removed for travel.

[0006]The slots of the tray are used to secure the tray onto the walker. More specifically, the legs of the walker may be secured within the slots of the removable tray. Depending on the size of the tray in relation to the walker, the sides of the removable tray may even extend beyond the legs and beyond the sides of the walker. As a result, the user may have more surface area on the tray for carrying objects.

[0011]In still another embodiment, the tray has a recessed area on the top surface for safely and securely transporting items.

Problems solved by technology

The problem with many existing walker-tray combinations is that it is difficult for the individual to carry objects, such as a purse, bag, briefcase or the like, while using the walker.

More specifically, because the user usually places his or her hands on the handle portion of the walker, the user's hands are not available to carry any objects.

However, previous walkers having trays are often difficult to use, difficult to secure and lack the advantages of the present invention.

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