Tray for walker

Inactive Publication Date: 2008-06-19
MCKENNA JAMES
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[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

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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 o

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[0020]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.

[0021]Referring now to the drawings wherein like numerals refer to like parts, FIG. 1 generally illustrates the removable tray 1. The removable tray 1 may have a first side 2, a second side 3, a top 4, a bottom 5, a front 6 and a back 7. The removable tray 1 may further have a plurality of slot...

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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.

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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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IPC IPC(8): A47B37/00
CPCA47B37/00
Inventor MCKENNA, JAMES
Owner MCKENNA JAMES
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