Weightlifting Neck Support Harness

a neck support and weightlifting technology, applied in the field of weightlifting neck support harnesses, can solve the problems of lifting the lifter's neck at considerable risk of injury, the neck injury can take several weeks, and the lifter's neck is susceptible to neck injuries, so as to reduce the overextension of the cervical vertebrae, stabilize the weightlifter's neck, and limit the range of motion

Inactive Publication Date: 2017-08-03
SAPP BENJAMIN DAVID
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[0012]The objective of this invention is to stabilize a weightlifter's neck, during exercises that could cause neck injuries. The harness limits range of motion to reduce over-extension of the cervical vertebrae and neck related muscles. The wearer attaches an adapter to their preexisting lifting belt, which positions a strap loop on the belt, pro...

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Weightlifters are susceptible to neck injuries, caused by movement of the neck during heavy lifting.
Improper form and sudden fatigue during exercise procedures such as overhead press, deadlift, clean, snatch, military, and bench press, place the lifter's neck at considerable risk for injury.
Neck injuries can take several weeks, to a few months to heal; and in extreme cases may require physical therapy or surgery to repair.
A neck injury may result in significant pain, limited range of motion, and prevent the individual from exercising for an extended period of time.
Such a device does not currently exist for the sport of weightlifting.
These devices a...

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[0018]As illustrated in the drawings, the preferred embodiment of the Weightlifting Neck Support Harness, as shown in FIG. 2, is comprised of a foam support collar 1, a cloth collar cover 13, various sized straps 2, 6, 8, two strap adjusters 3, a loop 7, d-ring 4, hook fasteners 11, 12, and loop fasteners 5, 10. The harness consists of three major components; a neck collar 14, a mid-section connector 15, and a lifting belt adapter 16, as shown in FIG. 1. These three components work together to connect neck collar 14 to the wearer's lifting belt 9, thus stabilizing the wearer's neck through downward tension.

[0019]In the preferred embodiment, the neck collar component consists of a soft foam tube 1, as shown in FIG. 2, with an exterior diameter of approximately 6 cm, and an interior diameter of approximately 2 cm. The tube is approximately 60 cm in length, with a first end portion and a second end portion. The interior portion of tube 1 is hollow, allowing for strap 2 to be inserted t...

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Abstract

A harness providing neck support for weightlifters, to reduce the risk of neck injuries, resulting from improper lifting form. The harness includes a soft foam support collar worn around the neck. Furthermore, it includes a strap, ring, loop, and fastener system to secure the harness to a weightlifter's pre-existing lifting belt. The harness provides downward tension for support, ease of removal between uses, and enables the wearer to adjust for a comfortable fit. The harness stabilizes the neck, while allowing full range of motion of the arms, shoulders, and chest. This invention is unique in that it provides neck support specifically for weightlifting, and attaches to a waist-level supportive device.

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CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]Not ApplicableSTATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002]Not ApplicableTHE NAMES OF THE PARTIES TO A JOINT RESEARCH AGREEMENT.[0003]Not ApplicableINCORPORATION-BY-REFERENCE OF MATERIAL SUBMITTED ON A DISC OR AS A TEXT FILE VIA THE OFFICE ELECTRONIC FILING SYSTEM [EFS-WEB][0004]Not ApplicableSTATEMENT REGARDING PRIOR DISCLOSURES BY THE INVENTOR OR A JOINT INVENTOR[0005]Not ApplicableBACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0006][1] Field of the Invention[0007]The present invention relates to the field of human physical training equipment, and more specifically to a novel neck support harness, to be worn by a person engaging in an exercise procedure, in order to stabilize the neck to reduce risk of injury in the event of improper form or fatigue.[0008][2] Description of the Related Art[0009]Weightlifters are susceptible to neck injuries, caused by movement of the neck during heavy lifting. Improper form and sudden fatigue duri...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B71/12
CPCA63B71/1291A63B69/0057A63B2225/09A63B2209/10A63B2244/09
Inventor SAPP, BENJAMIN DAVID
Owner SAPP BENJAMIN DAVID
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