Anti-Fatigue Brace Device

Abstract

A lower-leg anti-fatigue brace device wherein the device has a horseshoe-shaped buttress, a hinge mechanism, an adjustable, telescoping support member and a non-slip attachment. The support member is adjustable in height by the utilization of a height adjustment push button and a plurality of height adjustment holes. The anti-fatigue brace device provides a user alleviation from standing fatigue by supporting the weight of the user when the brace is in use. The lower-leg brace device is ideal for individuals who stand in a stationary position at their jobs for prolonged periods of time including cashiers, production employees, and surgeons.

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION[0001]The invention relates to an anti-fatigue brace device and assembly, preferably a lower-leg brace device which affords the user weight support capability and positioning within a quasi-kneeling position, to alleviate standing fatigue, stress, and strain when in an otherwise constant and prolonged standing position, without affecting knee contact with a surface and thus physically taxing the knees of the user.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Leg braces are typically used for a variety of physical problems, both temporary and chronic in nature. Usually, a patient requires a brace due to an injury or the patient needs assistance and support through recovery. Sometimes, after an injury, individuals wear supporting braces in order to prevent repeat injury. It has long been known that braces, particularly leg-braces, are used as supporting mechanisms to assist a patient in relieving stress to joints, ligaments, and tendons, and to prevent and recover from injury.[00...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

This patent is for a lower-leg brace device that helps people who stand for long periods of time to reduce fatigue and prevent long-term damage to their muscles, feet, joints, and lower back. The device allows users to stand and kneel in a mixed position, reducing the stress and aches caused by extended standing. It can be adjusted to fit different users and is designed to hang straight down when not in use, allowing users to walk and move around freely. The female vertical pole is non-slip and attached to a male piece with a rubberized attachment for effective balancing.

Problems solved by technology

Prolonged standing at work can lead to fatigue, occupational injury, and harm.

Studies have demonstrated that standing on one's feet for prolonged periods of time can not only lead to muscle fatigue and back and joint pains, but also psychological fatigue.

Furthermore, prolonged standing often leads to sore feet, strained veins, and symptoms of arthritis.

This discomfort can result in long-term harmful effects and negative implications on work productivity, efficiency, and motivation.

Some of these stools are adjustable, however they remain relatively cumbersome to carry.

In addition, these stools are generally uncomfortable particularly when utilized over periods of time, which exceed greater than a few minutes duration.

Furthermore, these stools are often designed for single-leg support and do not help the user relieve strain on both legs simultaneously, thus resulting in the same hardships of aching muscles, joints, and back pain.

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