Apparatus for assisting a person to dress

a technology for assisting a person and clothing, applied in the field of clothing for the infirm, can solve the problems of loss of independence and helplessness, and achieve the effects of protecting delicate fabrics, facilitating use, and maintaining independen
US20100258600A1Inactive Publication Date: 2010-10-14PFISTOR ROBERT +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Patent Type
Applications(United States)
Current Assignee / Owner
PFISTOR ROBERT
Publication Date
2010-10-14
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

An Apparatus for Assisting Oneself in Dressing comprises a Cord, a First Engaging Apparatus and a Second Engaging Apparatus. The First Engaging Apparatus and the Second Engaging Apparatus are used to temporarily grasp, affix, hold, or otherwise engage with the article of clothing of which one person desires to get dressed. In some preferred embodiments, the First Engaging Apparatus and the Second Engaging Apparatus may further include an Upper Interfacing Member and a Lower Interfacing Member.
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FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention is in the area of accessories for the infirm, and more specifically pertains to an apparatus for the purpose of enabling the infirm to get dressed without assistance.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] One of the major obstacles and challenges confronting injured people, the infirm, pregnant women, post-operative patients and the elderly is the necessity of getting dressed. The act of putting on undergarments, a pair of pants, or a skirt requires the capacity to lift one's leg while maintaining balance (in a standing position), and the ability to bend or stoop forward which may prove impossible or painful for those with physical debilitation, injury, or weakness. These people require help to fulfill a basic necessity (need) we take for granted and face loss of independence and helplessness when there is no assistance available.

[0003] Therefore, what is clearly needed in the art is an apparatus which enables people with diminished physica...

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