Integrated supportive device in garments

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a device integrated in a piece of garment for the purpose of providing core abdominal and pelvic, or lower leg and foot support to a user comprising: an elastic band that wraps around a waist, a lower leg, or a foot of the user and provides upward and inward physical support to an abdominal and pelvic region, or lower leg and foot region of the user upon wearing; an interface that attaches the elastic band to the piece of garment; at least one mechanically adjustable connection, wherein the mechanical adjustable connection adjusts a length of the elastic band upon wearing; and an integration of the elastic band to the piece of garment, wherein the integration prevents at least a portion of the elastic band from directly contacting a body of the user upon wearing.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a Continuation-In-Part of U.S. Non-Provisional patent application Ser. No. 15 / 201,259 entitled “INTEGRATED SUPPORTIVE DEVICE IN GARMENTS” filed Jul. 1, 2016, which claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62 / 187,515 entitled “INTEGRATED SUPPORTIVE DEVICE IN GARMENTS” filed Jul. 1, 2015, which is explicitly incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]During pregnancy, a woman's abdomen distends as the fetus grows and the uterus expands. As the abdominal distension and weight gain continues, core muscles are affected, resulting in discomfort and difficulty even in daily activities such as standing, walking, bending, and driving. Similarly with physical activities, especially sports, core muscles may be prone to strain, resulting in sports hernia, groin pulls, and Achilles tendon rupture.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[0003]Field of the Invention[0004]Th...

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Benefits of technology

This patent describes a device that can be added to clothing to provide support and comfort to the abdomen, pelvic floor, hips, diaphragm, and back muscles. The device is specifically designed to prevent injury and alleviate symptoms associated with pregnancy, sports activities, and heavy lifting. The device is integrated into the garment, so it fits better and is less likely to cause skin reactions or discomfort. The patent also notes that the device can be adjusted and reversible, making it easy to add to different types of clothing.

Problems solved by technology

As the abdominal distension and weight gain continues, core muscles are affected, resulting in discomfort and difficulty even in daily activities such as standing, walking, bending, and driving.

Similarly with physical activities, especially sports, core muscles may be prone to strain, resulting in sports hernia, groin pulls, and Achilles tendon rupture.

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