Ergonomic Support Device for Weight of a User
a technology for supporting devices and users, applied in the direction of showers, stools, baths, etc., can solve the problems of known risks of injury or discomfort to users, and achieve the effect of ease of access and comfor
Inactive Publication Date: 2017-10-05
SMITH DARYL
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The present invention provides a system, device, and methods for providing ease of access and comfort to a user for performing various tasks where the user needs to reach or extend over a space. The invention includes a curvilinear device that can be used with various bath and wash tubs or basins. The device has elastically deformable elements that provide a non-rigid upper support member, allowing the user's weight to be supported at least at an upper portion of the device. The device also has stability features to prevent the lower portion from sliding away from the tub. The upper support portion provides structural support to the user and can be adjusted to accommodate different body types. The invention has various features and benefits, including supporting a user in a more comfortable position, accommodating different body types, providing a cantilevered flexible or semi-flexible design, employing the user's body weight, and enhanced safety features.
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These operations are known to pose risks of injury or discomfort to the user, particularly in the presence of rigid or sharp objects and corners.
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[0039]The present invention has significant benefits across a broad spectrum of endeavors. It is the applicant's intent that this specification be accorded a breadth in keeping with the scope and spirit of the invention being disclosed despite what might appear to be limiting language imposed by the requirements of referring to the specific examples disclosed. To acquaint persons skilled in the pertinent arts most closely related to the present invention, a preferred embodiment of the method that illustrates the best mode now contemplated for putting the invention into practice is described herein by, and with reference to, the annexed drawings that form a part of the specification. The exemplary method is described in detail without attempting to describe all of the various forms and modifications in which the invention might be embodied. As such, the embodiments described herein are illustrative, and as will become apparent to those skilled in the arts, can be modified in numerous...
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An ergonomic support device is provided for accommodating the weight of a user and allowing the user to perform various tasks with reduced effort. The support device is adapted for use in connection with various settings, such as bathtubs, and allows the user to work in or around a space while in a supported position.
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[0001]This Non-Provisional U.S. patent application is a Continuation-in-Part of and claims the benefit of priority from U.S. patent application Ser. No. 13 / 774,972, filed on Feb. 22, 2013 and now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 9,681,756, which claims the benefit of priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 603,073 filed Feb. 24, 2012, the entire disclosures of which are incorporated by reference herein.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present disclosure relates generally to support devices for aiding a user in various functions. More specifically, the present disclosure contemplates various embodiments of a device that supports at least a portion of the weight of user to simplify and provide added comfort to various activities including, for example, working in or near a tub.BACKGROUND[0003]In various operations, including bathing children or those in need of assistance and cleaning or accessing confined spaces or basins, a user is required to position oneself external to a d...
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IPC IPC(8): A47C16/04A47K3/12
CPCA47K3/125A47C16/04
Inventor SMITH, DARYL
Owner SMITH DARYL