Lap robe

Abstract

To provide a lap robe which can be compatible with various types of wheelchairs and is easy for a user of the wheelchair to use.SOLUTION: A lap robe 10 includes a body part 12 having a front body, and a pair of right and left belt-like straps 14 attached to the body part 12. The straps 14 are rotatably attached to the body part 12 at a base end. The lap robe 10 can be attached to a wheelchair 16 or a user 18 by the straps 14.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a lap blanket for wheelchair users that can be worn as rainwear or cold weather clothing. [Background technology]

[0002] There are various types of rainwear and cold weather clothing available commercially for wheelchair users. One such type is the lap blanket. The lap blanket is sometimes worn as bottoms, with a cape, poncho, coat, or other top worn over it. While the lap blanket has a simple design and can be easily donned by simply placing it over the lower legs, it is prone to slipping or being blown up by the wind. For this reason, the lap blanket is sometimes attached to the wheelchair or the user via a strap or other device.

[0003] Patent document 1 describes a method in which a hooking means consisting of a pair of strips is wrapped around the armrest or handle of a wheelchair, and then a hook is engaged to form a closed loop, preventing the main sheet of the lap blanket from slipping off. Patent document 2 also describes that a fastening means formed from a belt and a hook-and-loop fastener is wrapped around and supported on the armrest of a wheelchair in a detachable manner, preventing the front body part of the lap blanket from swinging unnecessarily and preventing spaces from being created that allow wind and rain to enter unnecessarily. Furthermore, Patent Document 3 describes a method for fastening a lap blanket-like lower body cover by attaching snap tapes to both sides of the waist belt and wrapping the cover around the waist or around the pipes of a wheelchair. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2005-023433 [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2006-249640 [Patent Document 3] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2013-079458 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, wheelchair users often have difficulty using their arms as well as their legs, which can make it difficult to wrap the straps around their waists. Furthermore, the shape and placement of armrests and pipes vary depending on the wheelchair. Therefore, even if the straps are attached to the armrests or pipes, it may not be possible to adequately prevent the lap blanket from slipping or rolling up. The present invention has been made in consideration of the above problems, and its object is to provide a lap blanket that can be used with various types of wheelchairs and is easy for wheelchair users to use. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The present invention solves the above problem by providing a lap blanket having a main body with a front body and a pair of left and right band-shaped straps attached to the main body, with the straps rotatably attached to the main body at their base ends.

[0007] This lap blanket has a belt-like strap that is difficult to deform in the width direction, making it easy to use even for people with limited arm mobility. Furthermore, because the strap is rotatably attached to the main body at its base end, the strap can be attached to a wheelchair user or wheelchair component in a variety of ways. For example, by arranging a pair of straps so that they extend vertically and connecting them, the strap can be placed around the wheelchair user's neck. Alternatively, a pair of straps can be arranged so that they extend horizontally and attached to the wheelchair's armrest. Furthermore, when using a safety belt, a pair of straps can be arranged so that they extend vertically and each strap can be attached to the safety belt. Alternatively, a pair of straps can be arranged so that they extend horizontally and connected to attach the strap to the wheelchair user's waist. Because the strap can be attached to a wheelchair user or wheelchair component in a variety of ways, the lap blanket is compatible with various types of wheelchairs and easy to use for wheelchair users.

[0008] The straps may also be detachably and rotatably attached to the main body at their base ends using snap buttons. If the straps are detachably attached to the main body using snap buttons, for example, the distal ends of a pair of straps can be connected in advance and placed around the user's neck or waist, and then the base ends of the straps can be attached to the main body. Alternatively, each strap can be attached to a wheelchair armrest, pipe, safety belt, or the like, and then the base ends of the straps can be attached to the main body. This increases the variety of ways to attach the straps, contributing to easier strap attachment. Furthermore, snap buttons combine detachability with rotation, contributing to a simpler configuration.

[0009] The pair of straps may have loops at their tips, and snap buttons at the tips of the loops for connecting the two straps. When the pair of straps are connected and worn around the user's neck or waist, such snap buttons make it easy to connect and disconnect the pair of straps. Furthermore, loops at the tips of the straps make it easy for the user to grasp, which contributes to facilitating the work of connecting and disconnecting the pair of straps. Furthermore, snap buttons at the tips of the loops are preferable because they prevent the ends of the straps from extending outward from the connecting part when the pair of straps are connected. Note that a caregiver can also attach the lap blanket to a wheelchair by hanging the loops on the wheelchair handles.

[0010] Each strap is configured to have a base-end strap, an adjuster, a main strap, a first hook-and-loop fastener element, a second hook-and-loop fastener element, and a third hook-and-loop fastener element, the base-end strap is rotatably attached to the main body and connected to the adjuster, the main strap is inserted into the adjuster and its length can be adjusted by adjusting the insertion position, the first hook-and-loop fastener element is attached to the base-end strap, the second hook-and-loop fastener element and the third hook-and-loop fastener element are attached to both ends of the main strap, the second hook-and-loop fastener element is detachable from the first hook-and-loop fastener element of the same strap, and the third hook-and-loop fastener element of one strap is detachable from the third hook-and-loop fastener element of the other strap.

[0011] Providing three hook-and-loop fastener elements on each strap allows for a wider variety of strap attachment methods. For example, the first hook-and-loop fastener element and the second hook-and-loop fastener element of each strap can be fastened together to attach the strap to an armrest or a safety belt. Alternatively, the third hook-and-loop fastener element of one strap can be fastened together to the third hook-and-loop fastener element of the other strap, connecting the pair of straps and wearing them around the user's neck or waist. Alternatively, the length of each strap can be adjusted using the adjuster, the ends of the two straps can be connected, and the connected straps can be passed from the user's neck through their torso to their waist, and then the length of the straps can be adjusted using the adjuster in front of the user, where it is easier to move. The pair of straps can also be connected together and worn around the back of a wheelchair.

[0012] Alternatively, a strip-shaped core may be installed along the upper end of the main body, with the base end of the strap attached to the main body at a position overlapping the core. If the base end of the strap is attached to the main body at a position overlapping the core, the strap attachment portion and its surrounding area on the main body are less likely to deform when the strap is rotated relative to the main body. This makes it easy to rotate the strap. Furthermore, the lap blanket can be conveniently stored by wrapping it around the core.

[0013] The interlining may also have a main portion located at the upper end of the front body and a pair of extension portions connected to the left and right sides of the main portion, with the pair of extension portions being foldable relative to the main portion at the left and right ends of the upper end of the front body. When a wheelchair user wears the lap blanket, the extension portions can be folded relative to the main portion and positioned so as to be sandwiched between the user's body and the wheelchair's side guards, thereby enhancing the effect of preventing or suppressing the lap blanket from slipping or rolling up. Furthermore, even users with limited visibility and difficulty seeing downward can use the sense of touch of their hands gripping the interlining to guide the interlining to an appropriate position around their waist, or to guide the extension portions of the interlining between their body and the sides of the wheelchair. Furthermore, when storing the lap blanket, the extension portions of the interlining can be folded so that they overlap the main portion, and the lap blanket can be rolled up around the main portion and extension portions.

[0014] The main body may have side sections on the left and right sides of the front body for covering the sides of the lower legs, and the extensions of the interlining may be located at the upper ends of the side sections. Having the side sections on the main body can enhance the effect of protecting the lower legs from rain and cold. Furthermore, by having the extensions of the interlining located at the upper ends of the side sections, when a wheelchair user wears the lap blanket, the extensions can be folded relative to the main body and positioned so as to be sandwiched between the user's body and the wheelchair side guards, allowing the side sections of the main body to be folded to cover the sides of the lower legs, making it easier to wear. [Effects of the Invention]

[0015] According to the present invention, a lap blanket can be realized that is compatible with various types of wheelchairs and is easy for wheelchair users to attach. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0016] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a perspective view schematically showing a wearing state of a lap blanket according to a first embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 2] FIG. 10 is an enlarged plan view schematically showing the upper end portion of the main body of the lap blanket and its surrounding area. [Figure 3] FIG. 10 is an enlarged perspective view schematically illustrating the configuration of the strap of the lap blanket. [Figure 4]An enlarged schematic diagram showing the tips of the connected straps and their surroundings. [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a schematic configuration of the main body of the lap blanket. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state in which the extension of the core is folded to the back of the front body of the lap blanket. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is a perspective view schematically showing a wearing state of a lap blanket according to a second embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] FIG. 10 is a perspective view schematically showing a wearing state of a lap blanket according to a third embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 9] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a typical manner in which a lap blanket is worn by a wheelchair user with straps attached to the user's waist; [Figure 10] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a typical manner in which a lap blanket is attached to the back of a wheelchair by a strap wrapped around it; [Figure 11] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a typical manner in which a lap blanket with straps attached to the handle of a wheelchair is worn; DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0017] 1 and 2, a lap blanket 10 according to a first embodiment of the present invention has a main body 12 having a front body section, and a pair of left and right band-shaped straps 14 attached to the main body 12, with the base ends of the straps 14 rotatably attached to the main body 12. The lap blanket 10 can be attached to a wheelchair 16 or a user 18 by the straps 14. FIG. 1 shows the lap blanket 10 attached to the user 18 by the straps 14 when worn.

[0018] The strap 14 is detachably and rotatably attached to the main body 12 at its proximal end by a snap button 20. The snap button 20 is composed of a first snap 20A and a second snap 20B (see FIGS. 3 and 5). The first snap 20A is an upper snap (convex), and the second snap 20B is a lower snap (concave). The first snap 20A may be a lower snap and the second snap 20B may be an upper snap. As shown in FIG. 3, the strap 14 is composed of a proximal strap 22, an adjuster 24, and a main strap 26. The proximal strap 22 and the main strap 26 are band-shaped and made of nylon or the like. The snap button 20 is made of brass, stainless steel, resin, or the like. The proximal strap 22 is shorter than the main strap 26, and the first snap 20A is attached to the proximal strap 22. The second snap 20B is attached to the upper end of the main body 12 (the end closest to the waist of the user 18). As a result, proximal strap 22 is rotatably attached to the upper end of main body 12. One end of proximal strap 22 is connected to adjuster 24. Meanwhile, main strap 26 is passed through adjuster 24 in a folded manner, and the length of strap 14 can be adjusted by adjusting the position at which adjuster 24 is passed through main strap 26.

[0019] Both ends of the main strap 26 are folded back and sewn together to form a short loop 30 and a long loop 32. The tip (folded portion) of the long loop 32 is provided with a snap button 28 for connecting a pair of straps 14. As shown in FIG. 4, the snap button 28 is composed of a first snap 28A and a second snap 28B. One of the first snap 28A and the second snap 28B is an upper snap (convex), and the other is a lower snap (concave). The snap button 28 is made of a material such as resin, brass, or stainless steel.

[0020] Each strap 14 is provided with a first hook-and-loop fastener element 34, a second hook-and-loop fastener element 36, and a third hook-and-loop fastener element 38. The first hook-and-loop fastener element 34 is attached to the surface of the proximal strap 22 opposite to the surface to which the snap button 20 is attached. The second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 is attached to the long loop 38 portion of the main strap 26. The third hook-and-loop fastener element 38 is attached to the short loop 30 portion of the main strap 26. The first hook-and-loop fastener element 34 and the third hook-and-loop fastener element 38 are approximately the same length. The second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 is longer than the first hook-and-loop fastener element 34 and the third hook-and-loop fastener element 38. The first hook-and-loop fastener element 34 is a hook, and the second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 is a loop. This allows the second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 to be attached and detached to the first hook-and-loop fastener element 34 of the same strap 14. The first hook-and-loop fastener element 34 may be a loop, and the second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 may be a hook. Furthermore, the third hook-and-loop fastener element 38 of one strap 14 is a hook, and the third hook-and-loop fastener element 38 of the other strap 14 is a loop. This allows the third hook-and-loop fastener element 38 of one strap 14 to be attached to and detached from the third hook-and-loop fastener element 38 of the other strap 14. The third hook-and-loop fastener element 38 of one strap 14 is provided on the same side as the second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 of the main strap 26, and the third hook-and-loop fastener element 38 of the other strap 14 is provided on the opposite side of the main strap 26 from the side where the second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 is provided.

[0021] As shown in Figure 5, the main body 12 is composed of a front body 40, a pair of side portions 42, and a bottom portion 44. The front body 40, side portions 42, and bottom portion 44 are made of polyester or nylon, and the main body 12 as a whole has a soft texture like fabric. Figure 5 shows a schematic diagram of the shape of the main body 12 when worn. The front body 40 is a roughly rectangular piece of fabric that covers the front of the lower limbs of a user 18 of a wheelchair 16. In detail, the front body 40 has a shape in which its width in the left-right direction increases slightly continuously from near the center in the up-down direction toward the bottom end.

[0022] A strip-shaped interlining 46 is installed along the upper edge of the main body 12. The interlining 46 has a main portion 48 installed at the upper end of the front body 40 and a pair of extension portions 50 connected to the left and right sides of the main portion 48, and the pair of extension portions 50 can be folded relative to the main portion 48 at the left and right ends of the upper end of the front body 40. The extension portions 50 are installed at the upper ends of the side portions 42 (the ends on the waist side of the user 18). The main portion 48 is divided at the center in the left-right direction of the upper end of the front body 40, and can be folded at the divided portion. The second snap 20B of the snap button 20 is installed in a position overlapping the interlining 46 (main portion 48) on the front body 40. In other words, the base end of the strap 14 is attached to the main body 12 at a position overlapping the interlining 46. The interlining 46 is made of a resin such as polypropylene.

[0023] As shown in FIG. 2, the front body 40 is provided with a pocket 52. The fabric constituting the front body 40 is folded in a Z-shape, and the two overlapping portions on the back side are sewn together at seam 52A to form the pocket 52. Seam 52A does not extend to the fabric on the front side, preventing rainwater from seeping in through seam 52A. A cover portion 54 is provided at the opening at the top of the pocket 52. Cover portion 54 is also formed by folding the fabric constituting the front body 40 in a Z-shape. Hook-and-loop fasteners 56 are attached to the top of the pocket 52 and the back side of cover portion 54, enabling the opening of pocket 52 to be kept closed. A loop-shaped strap 58 is attached to cover portion 54, and the opening of pocket 52 can be opened by pinching and pulling loop-shaped strap 58 with fingers. Reflective prints 59 are provided near the vertical center of the left and right peripheral edges of the front body 40.

[0024] The side portions 42 are fabrics for covering the sides of the lower legs of the wheelchair user 18 and are connected to the left and right peripheral edges of the front body 40 by gluing and / or sewing. The portions of the side portions 42 connected to the front body 40 above the knees and below the knees form straight lines that form an obtuse angle. The upper ends of the side portions 42 are made of a bag-shaped fabric that houses the extension portions 50 of the interlining 46 and are connected to the other portions below by gluing and / or sewing. The tip of the fabric that houses the extension portions 50 protrudes slightly below the other portions of the side portions 42. The lower ends of the side portions 42 are connected to the bottom portion 44. The side portions 42 on the opposite side from the portion connected to the front body 40 form an open, substantially straight peripheral edge, with a loop-shaped strap 60 attached near the center in the longitudinal direction. Elastic gathers are provided within a certain range of the peripheral edges below the loop-shaped straps 60 to provide elasticity and stretchability.

[0025] The bottom portion 44 is a generally rectangular portion that covers the toes of a wheelchair user 18 from below, and is formed as an extension of the fabric that constitutes the front body 40. Alternatively, the bottom portion 44 may be formed by connecting a generally rectangular piece of fabric to the lower end of the front body 40 by gluing and / or sewing. The bottom portion 44, together with the lower portion of the front body 40 and the lower portions of the pair of side portions 42, forms a bag that encases the toes of the user 18. The bottom portion 44 has an open, generally linear periphery on the side opposite the boundary with the front body 40, and elastic gathers are provided in a certain range near the center in the left-right direction to provide elasticity and stretchability. Upper snaps 61A are provided on both left and right ends of the open periphery of the bottom portion 44. Lower snaps 61B are provided on the side portions 42 at the boundary with the front body 40 below the knee. By engaging the upper snaps 61A and the lower snaps 61B, the bottom portion 44 is kept folded over the back surface of the front body 40, and the vertical length of the main body portion 12 is shortened.

[0026] 1, the wheelchair 16 is configured to have armrests 62, handlebars 64, pipes 66, side guards 68, etc. These parts may be used to attach the lap blanket 10.

[0027] Next, we will explain how to wear the lap blanket 10 of the first embodiment. First, while sitting in the wheelchair 16, the user 18 places the main body 12 of the lap blanket 10 over their legs so that the front body 40 covers the front of their legs. At this time, the bottom 44 should be placed over their toes. The bottom 44 has elastic gathers to provide it with elasticity and stretchability, making it easy to place the bottom 44 over their toes. The user 18 then folds the extension 50 of the interlining 46 relative to the main body 48 and positions the extension 50 so that it is sandwiched between the user's 18 body and the side guards 68 of the wheelchair 16. This positions the side 42 of the main body 12 so that it covers the sides of the user's 18's lower legs. Even if the user 18 pulls the interlining 46 up too much, the bottom 44 is less likely to come off their toes because of the elastic gathers on the bottom 44.

[0028] Next, the user 18 adjusts the rotational position of the snap buttons 20 and positions the pair of straps 14 so that they extend vertically. Next, the user 18 connects the two straps 14 using the snap buttons 28 at the ends (folded portions) of the long loops 32 of each strap 14. This connects the pair of straps 14 in a loop shape. Next, the user 18 places the connected straps 14 around their neck. Note that the length of each strap 14 can be adjusted appropriately using the adjuster 24 as needed. This completes the wearing of the lap blanket 10. Note that, for example, if it is windy, the looped straps 60 may be connected to the pipes 66 of the wheelchair 16 with a strap or the like (not shown).

[0029] Next, we will explain how to store the lap blanket 10. The user 18 removes the connected straps 14 from around their neck and then separates the straps 14 from the main body 12 at the snap buttons 20. Next, as shown in FIG. 6, the user 18 folds the pair of extensions 50 around the main body 48 of the interlining 46 so that the extensions 50 overlap the backside of the main body 48. The pair of side sections 42 of the main body 12 are also folded so that they overlap the backside of the front piece 40. The main body 12 is then folded at its left-right center. At this time, the main body 48 of the interlining 46 is folded at its dividing section in the left-right center. In this state, the user 18 winds the main body 12 around the interlining 46 (the main body 48 and extensions 50) to make the main body 12 compact. The user 18 then places the compacted main body portion 12 into the bag formed by the bottom portion 44 together with the lower portion of the front body 40 and the lower portions of the pair of side portions 42. Elastic gathers are provided on the bottom portion 44, providing elasticity and stretchability, making it easy to place the main body portion 12 into the bag. Alternatively, another bag or the like may be prepared to house the compacted main body portion 12. The main body portion 12 may also be wound around the interlining 46 with the straps 14 attached to the main body portion 12. In this case, the rotational position of the snap buttons 20 may be adjusted, and the pair of straps 14 may be positioned along the interlining 46, allowing the main body portion 12 to be wound around the interlining 46.

[0030] As explained above, in the first embodiment, the user 18 wears the lap blanket 10 by hanging the strap 14 around their neck, so the lap blanket 10 can be attached in a stable state regardless of the configuration of the wheelchair 16, and the lap blanket 10 can be prevented or suppressed from shifting or rolling up. Furthermore, by positioning the extension portion 50 of the core material 46 so that it is sandwiched between the body of the user 18 and the side guard 68 of the wheelchair 16, the effect of preventing or suppressing the lap blanket 10 from shifting or rolling up is enhanced. Also, the user 18 folds the extension portion 50 of the core material 46 relative to the main portion 48 and positions the extension portion 50 so that it is sandwiched between the body of the user 18 and the side guard 68 of the wheelchair 16, so that the side portion 42 of the main body portion 12 is positioned to cover the side of the lower limbs of the user 18, making it easy to wear. Furthermore, even when the user 18 has limited visibility and difficulty seeing downward, the user 18 can guide the core 46 to an appropriate position around the waist by the feel of the hand gripping the core 46, and can guide the extension portion 50 of the core 46 between the user's body 18 and the side guard 68 of the wheelchair 16, making the wheelchair easy to wear. Furthermore, because the base end of the strap 14 is attached to the main body 12 with the snap button 20 at a position overlapping the main portion 48 of the core 46, the attachment portion of the strap 14 and the surrounding area on the main body 12 are unlikely to deform when the strap 14 is rotated relative to the main body 12. Therefore, rotating the strap 14 is also easy. Furthermore, the snap button 28 is provided at the tip of the long loop 32, making it easy for the user 18 to grasp and facilitating the operation of connecting the pair of straps 14. Furthermore, because the snap button 28 is provided at the tip of the long loop 32, the end of the strap 14 does not extend outward from the connecting portion when the pair of straps 14 are connected, which is simple and preferable. Furthermore, the main body 12 can be easily made compact by winding it around the core 46 (main portion 48 and extension portion 50), which also simplifies the process of storing the lap blanket 10. Furthermore, the compact main body 12 can be stored in a bag formed by the bottom 44, etc., which also simplifies the process of storing the lap blanket 10.

[0031] Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described. As shown in FIG. 7, in the second embodiment, each strap 14 is attached to the left and right armrests 62 of a wheelchair 16. Specifically, each strap 14 is wrapped around the armrest 62, and the second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 engages with the first hook-and-loop fastener element 34 to attach the strap 14 to the armrest 62. The rotational positions of the snap buttons 20 are adjusted so that the pair of straps 14 extend in the left-right direction. Since the other configuration is the same as in the first embodiment, the same components are denoted by the same reference numerals as in FIGS. 1 to 6 and will not be described again. Depending on the shape and arrangement of the armrests 62 of the wheelchair 16 and the body shape of the user 18, attaching the straps 14 to the armrests 62 may sufficiently prevent or suppress the lap blanket 10 from shifting or rolling up. In such cases, the rotational positions of the snap buttons 20 can be adjusted so that the pair of straps 14 extend in the left-right direction, allowing the straps 14 to be easily attached to the armrests 62.

[0032] Next, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described. As shown in FIG. 8, in the third embodiment, the user 18 wears a safety belt 70. The safety belt 70 is worn by encircling the waist of the user 18 and the back of the wheelchair 16. Each strap 14 is attached to the safety belt 70. As in the first embodiment, the rotational position of the snap buttons 20 of each strap 14 is adjusted so that the strap 14 extends vertically. Each strap 14 is wrapped around the safety belt 70, and the second hook-and-loop fastener element 36 engages with the first hook-and-loop fastener element 34, thereby attaching the strap 14 to the safety belt 70. Since the other configuration is the same as in the first embodiment, the same components as in FIGS. 1 to 6 are designated by the same reference numerals, and their description will be omitted. Depending on the shape and wearing position of the safety belt 70 and the body shape of the user 18, attaching the strap 14 to the safety belt 70 may be sufficient to prevent or suppress the lap blanket 10 from slipping or rolling up. In such a case, the straps 14 can be easily attached to the safety belt 70 by adjusting the rotational position of the snap buttons 20 so that the pair of straps 14 extend in the vertical direction.

[0033] In the first embodiment, the pair of straps 14 are connected in a loop shape by the snap buttons 28 at the ends of the long loops 32, but the third hook-and-loop element 38 of one strap 14 may be engaged with the third hook-and-loop element 38 of the other strap 14 to connect them in a loop shape.

[0034] Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the pair of straps 14 connected in a loop shape are hung around the neck of the user 18, but as shown in Fig. 9, the pair of straps 14 connected in a loop shape may be wrapped around the waist of the user 18 and attached. Also, as shown in Fig. 10, the pair of straps 14 connected in a loop shape may be wrapped around the backrest of the wheelchair 16 and attached. For convenience, the left armrest 62 of the wheelchair 16 is not shown in Figs. 9 and 10.

[0035] In the second embodiment, the pair of straps 14 are attached to the left and right armrests 62 of the wheelchair 16, respectively, but the pair of straps 14 may also be attached to the left and right handlebars 64 of the wheelchair 16, respectively. In this case, as shown in Figure 11, the straps 14 may be attached to the handlebars 64 by hanging the short loop 30 or the long loop 32 on the handlebars 64. [Industrial Applicability]

[0036] The present invention can be used in rainwear and cold weather clothing for wheelchair users. [Explanation of symbols]

[0037] 10 Knee blanket 12 Main body 14 Strap 16. Wheelchair 18 User 20, 28 snap button 20A, 28A, 61A Top snap 20B, 28B, 61B bottom snap 22 Proximal strap 24 adjuster 26 Main Strap 30 Short Loop 32 Long Loop 34 first hook-and-loop fastener element 36 Second hook-and-loop fastener element 38 Third hook-and-loop fastener element 40 Front 42 Side 44 Bottom 46 Core material 48 Main Section 50 Extension 52 pockets 52A seam 54 Cover part 56 hook and loop fastener 58, 60 Looped strap 59 Reflective print 62 Armrest 64 Handle 66 Pipe 68 Side guard 70 Safety Belt

Claims

1. a main body portion having a front body; A pair of left and right belt-shaped straps attached to the main body; A lap blanket having The strap is rotatably attached to the main body at its proximal end.

2. In claim 1, The strap is detachably and rotatably attached to the main body at the base end with a snap button.

3. In claim 1, The pair of straps have loops at their tips, and snap buttons are provided at the tips of the loops to connect the two together.

4. In claim 1, Each of the straps includes a proximal strap, an adjuster, a main strap, a first hook-and-loop fastener element, a second hook-and-loop fastener element, and a third hook-and-loop fastener element; the proximal strap is rotatably attached to the body portion and connected to the adjuster; The main strap is inserted into the adjuster, and the length can be adjusted by adjusting the insertion position, the first hook-and-loop fastener element is attached to the proximal strap; the second hook-and-loop fastener element and the third hook-and-loop fastener element are installed at both ends of the main strap; the second hook-and-loop fastener element is detachable from the first hook-and-loop fastener element of the same strap; A lap blanket in which the third hook-and-loop fastener element of one of the straps is detachable from the third hook-and-loop fastener element of the other of the straps.

5. In claim 1, A lap blanket in which a strip-shaped core material is placed along the upper end of the main body portion, and the base end of the strap is attached to the main body portion at a position overlapping the core material.

6. In claim 5, The core material has a main portion installed at the upper end of the front body and a pair of extension portions connected to the left and right sides of the main portion, and the extension portions can be folded relative to the main portion at the left and right ends of the upper end of the front body.

7. In claim 6, The main body portion has side portions at the left and right ends of the front body portion for covering the sides of the lower legs, The extension of the core material is placed at the upper end of the side portion.

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