In-field kits and systems for self-directed theraputic pulley-based muscle rehabiliation methods

a self-directed, pulley-based, kit technology, applied in the field of exercise equipment and methods, can solve the problems of prolonged recovery, painful injury to the hamstring muscle group, and reduced the likelihood of obesity and the deleterious psychological effects on one's body imag
US20130274074A1Inactive Publication Date: 2013-10-17GHANDOUR YOUSEF
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Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Patent Type
Applications(United States)
Current Assignee / Owner
GHANDOUR YOUSEF
Publication Date
2013-10-17
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

In-field kits and systems for self-directed therapeutic pulley-based muscle rehabilitation methods. The in-field kit and system comprises ring-shaped fasteners that can be removably coupled to preselected locations on a stationary structure, such as a chain link fence. Pulleys are coupled to the ring-shaped fasteners and an inelastic tether spans the pulleys. The tether has a proximal end portion to which a handle is coupled and a distal end portion to which a weight is coupled. The weight and pulleys provide resistance when a person uses the handle to perform any one of a multiplicity of exercise routines. Use of the invention obviates a need to have a physical therapist present at all times during rehabilitation of an injured user because the invention is a pulley-based system usable at home or at an athletic field.
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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 623,171 filed Apr. 12, 2012.FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0002] This invention generally relates to exercise apparatus and methods and more particularly relates to in-field kits and systems for self-directed therapeutic pulley-based muscle rehabilitation methods.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0003] Physical exercise on a regular basis obtains health benefits. For example, regular physical exercise has been shown to decrease the likelihood of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. Regular physical exercise may also reduce stress by releasing brain chemicals, such as serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine. In addition, regular physical exercise reduces the likelihood of obesity and the deleterious psychological effects on one's body image due to being overweight.

[0004] In addition to the general health benefits of regular physical exercise mentioned hereinabove, regular phys...

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