Contraption for hoisting and physical rehabilitation and mobility of an incapacitated patient

Abstract

A device (50) is disclosed herein to assist in patient mobility and rehabilitation, featuring a top assembly (21) made up of interconnected upper, middle, and lower frames (2a, 2b, 2c) supported by a joiner frame (2d). A swing arm (3a, 3b) is pivotally connected between the frames via pivot bearings (1b) and rods (1a) held together by holders (1c), allowing smooth movement. A controller (25) connected to processor panel (7) with a CPU (7a) control signals to / from various sensors for functioning of different components. The device includes a body hoist (5) and leg hoist (6), both powered by electrical motors (5a, 6a) for lifting, with ropes (5c, 6c) coiled in a housing system (5b, 6b), Head and tail sensor wheel levers (4d-6, 4d-7), enabling precise adjustments of the leg assembly (4) includes inner and outer pistons (4a, 4b) and a motorized wheel set (4d-2) for 360-degree mobility; making the device adaptable for hoisting, rehabilitation exercises and mobility.

Description

[0001] CONTRAPTION FOR HOISTING AND PHYSICAL REHABILITATION AND MOBILITY OF AN INCAPACITATED PATIENT

[0002] FIELD OF INVENTION

[0003] Embodiments of the present application illustrates regarding a device that is used to manage patients with disabilities associated with handicap, paralysis, organ failure, etc. More particularly, the present disclosure illustrates a contraption device for hoisting a patient, physical rehabilitation of an incapacitated patient, and to impart mobility of a patient.

[0004] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0005] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently disclosed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.

[0006] Currently, handling of patients who are bedridden / handicapped, is a tedious task at home or in hospital setup. The most difficult part comes where such patients must be moved from one room to another or across a staircase (flights of stairs). There are plenty of mechanisms that are currently adopted to address this issue. For example, hoisting devices, stretchers, gurney, wheelchairs, lift for staircase and physical rehabilitation fixtures for physiotherapy of patients. Each of these are individual devices, but most of them have some level of limitations / ineffectiveness because of inadequate settings to address the comfort of the patient and considering the medical condition of the patient that demands a certain mode of safe transfer (a critical fracture / s and / or critical condition of an internal organ) individually or along with attached medical support devices / equipment.

[0007] Therefore, it’s important that there is minimal physical agitation to the patient as well as reduced efforts for any attendant; in the entire process of moving patient from bed onto a stretcher / wheelchair and then onto the examination and / or procedure room in the medical institution premises and then back to the bed. Patients’ health and hygiene is also compromised when they are having to be confined to the bed, The patient’s self-dignity is compromised as they have to urinate / defecate in the confines of the bed itself and also be cleaned-up on the bed. Extended period of lying on the bed, sometimes results in bed sores which cause further complications for the patient. Furthermore, there is a need to address the physical movement of the patient, which is essential in the recovery of the patient. For handicapped patients especially, there is a need to address the possibility of achieving all the treatment in the same room where the patient is admitted so that it reduces instances of having to move the patient back and forth from the bed to a rehabilitation department in the medical institution.

[0008] Therefore, there is a need for a contraption device that allows for efficient and safe hoisting of a patient from / to the bed either at the medical institution or at their own home, taking patient to the bathrooms / lavatory and allows the patient in medical institution to be moved from the bed to other facilities in the premises.

[0009] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0010] The following presents a simplified summary of the subject matter to provide a basic understanding of some of the aspects of subject matter embodiments. This summary is not an extensive overview of the subject matter. It is not intended to identify key / critical elements of the embodiments or to delineate the scope of the subject matter. Its sole purpose is to present some concepts of the subject matter in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

[0011] A Contraption Device or Contraption for Hoisting And Physical Rehabilitation And Mobility (CHAPRAM) of an Incapacitated Patient, disclosed here improves existing products in the health care field. The contraption device addresses the above-mentioned need for a mechanism that allows for efficient and safe hoisting of a patient from / to the bed either at the medical institution or at their own home and which allows the patient in medical institution to be moved from the bed to other facilities in the premises. The patient is able to hoisted to be taken to the bathroom / lavatory for urinating and / or defecating and / or cleaning. Hygiene level of the patient is comparably improved which helps support patient health recovery. The contraption device allows three different functionalities to a patient i.e., hoisting from the bed, supporting physical rehabilitation, and providing mobility beyond confines of their bed. The contraption device disclosed here is a combination of each of these three different devices / equipment / fixtures currently in use in healthcare setup. Consequently, instead of having to use different devices at different point of times, the single contraption device serves the purpose that each of these three different devices / equipment / fixtures extend to the patient. The contraption device is usable in medical institutions as well as at patient’s own home.

[0012] The contraption device (50) disclosed here for assisting in patient mobility and rehabilitation comprises a top assembly (21) that includes a top frame (2), upper frame (2a), middle frame (2b), and lower frame (2c), all connected in parallel by a joiner frame (2d). It features a swing arm assembly (3a, 3b) positioned between the frames, pivotally connected via pivot bearings (lb) and pivot rods (la), passing through pivot holders (1c) affixed at specific points on the frames. The device includes a body hoist assembly (5) with an electric motor (5a) operable in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions, with hoist rope housing (5b) on either side of the motor for coiling a hoist rope (5c). The body hoist (5) is positioned centrally about the top frame and affixed to the upper frame (2a). Additionally, a leg hoist assembly (6) with a similar motor (6a) operable in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions, with hoist rope housing (6b) on either side of the motor for coiling a hoist rope (6c); is mounted beneath the lower frame (2c). A processor panel (7) contains a CPU (7a) that processes signals from controllers (25 / 26) and sensor systems, including a head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and a tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7). Finally, the device includes a leg assembly (4) featuring a leg inner piston (4a) and a leg outer piston (4b), with a wheel set (4d) driven by motors (4d-2), enabling 360-degree mobility.

[0013] In an embodiment, the top assembly (21) features a processor panel (7) that is electrically connected to a power input port (7d), enabling the recharging of integrated rechargeable batteries (4c). The processor panel (7) also includes a power output port (7e) for delivering power to various medical devices that can be connected to the contraption device (50).

[0014] In an embodiment, the leg assembly (4) is equipped with an extendable and retractable mechanism, facilitated by the relative movement between a leg inner piston (4a) and a leg outer piston (4b). This mechanism allows for height adjustment of individual leg assembly (4) or in combination or all leg assemblies of the device in response to signals from obstacle detection sensors (4d-6 / 4d-7) or as commanded by the controller (25).

[0015] In an embodiment, the wheel set (4d) comprises a pair of primary wheels (4d-4), each powered by a pair of dedicated motors (4d-2). The motors are configured to rotate the wheels either in the same direction or in opposite directions, thereby providing multiple movement modes including turning, forward motion, and reverse motion.

[0016] In an embodiment, the contraption device (50) comprises an adjustable hoisting body frame (11), which can be expanded or contracted via a twister mechanism (I la). This adjustability ensures a precise fit to the patient’s body outer, during lifting, achieved through the attachment of hoisting harnesses.

[0017] In an embodiment, the hoisting harnesses include a torso harness (8), a head harness (27), and an ankle harness (28). Each harness is equipped with attachment hooks (8a, 8b, 9, 10) designed for secure connection to the hoisting body frame (11) and other hoisting components.

[0018] In an embodiment, the body hoist (5) and leg hoist (6) are configured with carabiners (15) that connect to corresponding hoist hooks (11c, l lh, 12c, 13c), allowing the patient to be lifted in various positions, including lying down, sitting, or partially elevated.

[0019] In an embodiment, the head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and the tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) are equipped with obstacle detection sensors. These sensors transmit signals via CPU (7a) to the leg inner piston (4a), triggering its extension or retraction and thereby controlling the device’s vertical movement when traversing staircases or uneven surfaces.

[0020] In an embodiment, the controller (25) is an electronic device pre-programmed to operate the body hoist (5), leg hoist (6), and wheel set (4d) either collectively or individually, thereby allowing an operator to manoeuvre the contraption device (50) with precision.

[0021] In an embodiment, the processor panel (7) manages and processes signals for the hoisting system, the motors driving the wheel set (4d-2), and the leg assembly (4). This coordination is based on inputs received from external sensors and the integrated controllers.

[0022] In an embodiment, the wheel set motors (4d-2) are configured to rotate in desired directions to enable the contraption device (50) to turn or rotate in place or move in the same direction for forward and backward motion. In an embodiment, the controller allows the operator to adjust the height of the leg assembly (4) by extending or retracting the leg inner piston (4a), thereby adapting the device for operation on uneven terrain or staircases.

[0023] In an embodiment, the swing arms (3a, 3b) are mounted on bearings (lb) and pivot rods (la), enabling the device to transition between open and closed positions for various operating modes, including patient mobility and hoisting.

[0024] In an embodiment, the swing arms (3a, 3b) are designed to provide adjustable patient positioning during mobility or hoisting, allowing for various rehabilitative positions based on the specific needs of the patient.

[0025] In an embodiment, the contraption device (50) comprises a power charging cable (22) connected to the power input port (7d), which facilitates the recharging of internal rechargeable batteries (4c) to ensure continuous operation during patient mobility or hoisting activities.

[0026] In an embodiment, the wheel set (4d) is configured for both indoor and outdoor use, capable of adapting to flat surfaces, staircases, and other obstacles through coordinated movement of the wheel set motors (4d-2) and adjustments to the leg assembly (4).

[0027] In an embodiment, the head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and the tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) detect obstacles and adjust the height of the leg assembly (4) to maintain stability while moving over uneven terrain or staircases.

[0028] In an embodiment, the processor panel (7) enables communication between the various components of the contraption device (50) and remote controller / s (25 / 26) that is wired or wireless for facilitating real-time operation and feedback.

[0029] In an embodiment, contraption device (50) comprises an accessory kit including tie straps, carabiners, ropes, pulleys, and weights, which provides additional support and customization during patient hoisting and mobility.

[0030] In an embodiment, the leg hoist (6) and body hoist (5) operate in coordination, managed via the processor panel (7), to lift the patient in different positions suited for rehabilitation or mobility, adapting to the patient’s specific needs.

[0031] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS

[0032] The following drawings are illustrative of particular examples for enabling systems and methods of the present disclosure, which are descriptive of some of the methods and mechanism and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. The drawings are not to scale (unless so stated) and are intended for use in conjunction with the explanations in the following detailed description.

[0033] FIG. la exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the contraption device (closed), as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0034] FIG. lb exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the contraption device (closed), as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] FIG. 1c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view of the contraption device (closed), as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] FIG.2a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the contraption device (opened), as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] FIG. 2b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the contraption device (opened), as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] FIG. 2c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view of the contraption device (opened), as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] FIG. 3a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the contraption device (front only opened), providing mobility to the patient hoisted (in sitting posture) using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] FIG. 3b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the contraption device (front only opened), providing mobility to the patient hoisted (in sitting posture) using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] FIG. 3c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view of the contraption device (front only opened), providing mobility to the patient hoisted (in sitting posture) using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] FIG. 4a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (in lying posture) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0043] FIG. 4b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (in lying posture) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 4c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (in lying posture) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0044] FIG. 5a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (above waist) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0045] FIG. 5b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (above waist) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0046] FIG. 5c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (above waist) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0047] FIG. 6a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (in standing posture) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0048] FIG. 6b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (in standing posture) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0049] FIG. 6c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view of the contraption device (opened), hoisting the patient (in standing posture) and providing mobility using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0050] FIG. 7a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the contraption device (opened), providing physical rehabilitation opportunities (in vertical posture) using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0051] FIG. 7b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the contraption device (opened), providing physical rehabilitation opportunities (in vertical posture) using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0052] FIG. 7c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view of the contraption device (opened), providing physical rehabilitation opportunities (in vertical posture) using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 8a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the contraption device (front & back opened), providing mobility to the patient hoisted (in sitting posture) to traverse the staircase using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0053] FIG. 8b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the contraption device (front & back opened), providing mobility to the patient hoisted (in sitting posture) to traverse the staircase using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0054] FIG. 8c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view of the contraption device (front & back opened), providing mobility to the patient hoisted (in sitting posture) to traverse the staircase using the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0055] FIG. 9a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the top frame assembly showing therein the positioning of the top frame, swing arms, body hoist, leg hoist and the processor panel, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0056] FIG. 9b exemplarily illustrates a under perspective view of the top frame assembly showing therein the positioning of the top frame, swing arms, body hoist, leg hoist and the processor panel, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0057] FIG. 10 exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the body hoist and its parts, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0058] FIG. 11 exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the leg hoist and its parts, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0059] FIG. 12 exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the processor panel, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0060] FIG. 13a exemplarily illustrates a isometric view of the one side of the top frame, swing arms and legs assemblies, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0061] FIG. 13b exemplarily illustrates a under perspective view of the one side of the top frame, swing arms and legs assemblies, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0062] FIG. 14 exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the upper pivot and its parts, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0063] FIG. 15 exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the lower pivot and its parts, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 16a exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set and its parts, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0064] FIG. 16b exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view of the wheel set and its parts, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0065] FIG. 17a exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set with its tail sensor wheel lever being in a pressed upward position, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0066] FIG. 17b exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set with its tail sensor wheel lever being in an un-pressed downward position, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0067] FIG. 17c exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set with its tail sensor wheel lever being in an un-pressed downward position, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0068] FIG. 17d exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set with its tail sensor wheel lever being in a pressed upward position, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0069] FIG. 18a exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set with its head sensor wheel lever being in an un-pressed upward position, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0070] FIG. 18b exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set with its head sensor wheel lever being in a pressed downward position, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0071] FIG. 18c exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set with its head sensor wheel lever being in a pressed downward position, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0072] FIG. 18d exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the wheel set with its head sensor wheel lever being in an un-pressed upward position, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0073] FIG. 19 exemplarily illustrates a side perspective view of the different accessories being put together to enable hands / legs / head / shoulder / waist with exercising movements with weight resistance as part of patient rehabilitation process, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 20 exemplarily illustrates a perspective view that shows the torso harness for the patient to then allow hoisting of the patient by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0074] FIG. 21 exemplarily illustrates a perspective view that shows the head harness for the patient to then allow hoisting of the patient by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0075] FIG. 22 exemplarily illustrates a perspective view that shows the wrist / ankle harness for the patient to then allow hoisting of the patient by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0076] FIG. 23a exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the hoisting body frame (reduced length / width) used for patient hoisting in horizontal position by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0077] FIG.23b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the hoisting body frame (extended length / width) used for patient hoisting in horizontal position by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0078] FIG. 24a exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the hoisting shoulder frame (reduced length / width) used for patient hoisting by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0079] FIG. 24b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the hoisting shoulder frame (extended length / width) used for patient hoisting by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0080] FIG. 25a exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the hoisting ankle frame (reduced length / width) used for patient leg hoisting by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0081] FIG. 25b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view of the hoisting ankle frame (extended length / width) used for patient leg hoisting by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0082] FIG. 26 exemplarily illustrates a tie strap for passing the strap through the head / shoulder / hip / wrist / ankle harnesses’ hooks and body / shoulder / ankle hoisting frames’ hooks to secure the patient by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 27 exemplarily illustrates a carabiner used to connect different accessories / parts to secure the patient by the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0083] FIG. 28 exemplarily illustrates a rope used to connect to different accessories being put together to enable head / shoulder / waist / hands / legs with exercising movements with weight resistance as part of patient rehabilitation process, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0084] FIG. 29 exemplarily illustrates a rope clamp to lock the open end of rope and form a loop to connect to carabiner, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0085] FIG. 30 exemplarily illustrates a leg clamp used to affix on the piston of leg assembly at desired height to then connect to different accessories being put together to enable head / shoulder / waist / hands / legs with exercising movements with weight resistance as part of patient rehabilitation process, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0086] FIG. 31 exemplarily illustrates a pully used to connect to the leg clamp to then connect to different accessories being put together to enable head / shoulder / waist / hands / legs with exercising movements with weight resistance as part of patient rehabilitation process, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0087] FIG. 32 exemplarily illustrates weights used to connect to the rope end to then connect to different accessories being put together to enable head / shoulder / waist / hands / legs with exercising movements with weight resistance as part of patient rehabilitation process, of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0088] FIG. 33 exemplarily illustrates a power charging cable to charge from the AC power supply the rechargeable batteries of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0089] FIG. 34 exemplarily illustrates a controller connecting cable to connect the controller / controller-x to the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0090] FIG. 35 exemplarily illustrates a basket to house / hold the medical device / equipment as may be required to be affixed to the patient during patient during mobility to be connected to the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 36 exemplarily illustrates a controller of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0091] FIG. 37 exemplarily illustrates a controller-x of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0092] Persons skilled in the art will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and may represent both hardware and software components of the system. Further, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figure may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. Throughout the drawings, it should be noted that like reference numbers are used to depict the same or similar elements, features, and structures.

[0093] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0094] Exemplary embodiments now will be described. The disclosure may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey its scope to those skilled in the art. The terminology used in the detailed description of the particular exemplary embodiments illustrated in the accompanying drawings is not intended to be limiting. In the drawings, like numbers refer to like elements.

[0095] It is to be noted, however, that the reference numerals used herein illustrate only typical embodiments of the present subject matter, and are therefore, not to be considered for limiting of its scope, for the subject matter may admit to other equally effective embodiments.

[0096] The specification may refer to “an”, “one” or “some” embodiment(s) in several locations. This does not necessarily imply that each such reference is to the same embodiment(s), or that the feature only applies to a single embodiment. Single features of different embodiments may also be combined to provide other embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless expressly stated otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “include”, “comprises”, “including” and / or “comprising” when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups thereof. It will be understood that when an element is referred to as being “connected” or “coupled” to another element, it can be directly connected or coupled to the other element or intervening elements may be present. Furthermore, “connected” or “coupled” as used herein may include operatively connected or coupled. As used herein, the term “and / or” includes any and all combinations and arrangements of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0097] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains. It will be further understood that terms, such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.

[0098] Referring to FIGS, la - 3c, FIGS. 8a - 8c, FIG. la exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view (closed) of the contraption device, FIG. lb exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view (closed) of the contraption device, FIG. 1c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view (closed) of the contraption device, FIG. 2a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view (opened) of the contraption device, FIG. 2b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view (opened) of the contraption device, FIG. 2c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view (opened) of the contraption device, while the FIG. 3a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view (front only opened) of the contraption device, FIG. 3b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view (front only opened) of the contraption device, FIG. 3c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view (front only opened) of the contraption device, FIG. 8a exemplarily illustrates a front perspective view (front & back opened) of the contraption device, FIG. 8b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view (front & back opened) of the contraption device, and FIG. 8c exemplarily illustrates an isometric view (front & back opened) of the contraption device, as example embodiments of the present disclosure. The devices currently in use in patient healthcare include, for example, hoisting devices, gurney, stretchers, wheelchairs and physical rehabilitation fixtures for physiotherapy of patients. However, the contraption device disclosed here is a combination of each of these three different devices / equipment / fixtures currently in use in healthcare world. Therefore, instead of having to use different devices at different point of times, this single contraption device serves to fulfils the objective collectively that each of these three different devices / equipment / fixtures individually extend to the patient. The contraption device is usable in medical institution as well as at patient’s own home.

[0099] The primary parts of the contraption device include the top assembly, leg assembly, hoisting frames (including body frame, shoulder frame, ankle frame), harnesses (including torso harness, head harness, ankle harness), accessories (including tie straps, carabiners, ropes, rope clamp, leg clamp, pully, weights, charging cable, controller cable), basket and the controllers.

[0100] COMPONENTS

[0101] • 50 CONTRAPTION DEVICE

[0102] . 21 TOP ASSEMBLY

[0103] • 1 Pivot

[0104] • la Pivot Rod

[0105] • lb Bearings

[0106] • 1c Holders

[0107] • 2 Top Frame

[0108] • 2a Upper Frame

[0109] • 2b Middle Frame

[0110] • 2c Lower Frame

[0111] • 2d Joiner Frame

[0112] • 3 Swing Arm

[0113] • 3a Upper Swing Arm

[0114] • 3b Lower Swing Arm

[0115] • 4 Leg Assembly

[0116] • 4a Leg inner piston b Leg outer piston c Battery Housing with rechargeable batteryd Wheel Set d-l Wheels Pivoting rod d-2 Motor (powered by battery) d-3 Connecting Wheel d-4 Main Wheels d-5 Wheel Axle d-6 Head Sensor Wheel Lever d-7 Tail Sensor Wheel Lever Body Hoist a Body Hoist Motor (powered by battery)b Hoist Rope Housing c Hoist Rope d Holder Leg Hoist a Leg Hoist motor (powered by battery)b Hoist Rope Housing c Hoist Rope d Holder Processor Panel a CPU b Port to connect Controller c Port to connect Controller-X d Power In Port to recharge batteries e Power Out Port for medical devices Torso Hamess a Torso Hamess Shoulder Hook b Torso Hamess Hip Hook 7 Head Hamess Head Hamess Hook 8 Wrist / Ankle harness 10 Wrist / Ankle Harness Hook

[0117] 11 Hoisting Body Frame

[0118] I la Frame S ize Adj u ster

[0119] 11b Frame l ie Frame Hoist Hook Upper l id Head Hook l ie Shoulder Hook

[0120] I lf Hip / Wrist Hook

[0121] 11g Ankle Hook

[0122] 1 Ih Frame Hoist Hook Lower

[0123] 12 Hoisting Shoulder Frame 12a Frame Size Adjuster 12b Frame

[0124] 12c Frame Hoist Hook

[0125] 12d Head Hook

[0126] 12e Shoulder Hook

[0127] 13 Hoisting Ankle Frame

[0128] 13a Frame S ize Adj u ster

[0129] 13b Frame

[0130] 13c Ankle Hoist Hook

[0131] 14 Tie Straps

[0132] 15 Carabiner

[0133] 16 Rope

[0134] 17 Rope Clamp

[0135] 18 Leg Clamp

[0136] 18a Leg Gripper

[0137] 18b Hook

[0138] 19 Pully

[0139] 19a Pully Hook

[0140] 19b Pully Wheel 0 Resistance Weights 0a Weight Holder • 20b Individual Weights

[0141] • 22 Power Charging Cable

[0142] • 23 Controller Connecting Cable

[0143] • 24 Medical Device Holding Basket

[0144] • 25 Controller

[0145] • 26 Controller-X

[0146] In general, the mobility and rehabilitation device (50) designed to assist patients in movement, comprising:

[0147] • Top assembly (21) (as shown in FIG. 9a / 9b): This consists of a top frame (2) integrated with an upper frame (2a), a middle frame (2b), and a lower frame (2c). These frames are interconnected in parallel by a joiner frame (2d), providing structural stability and support. Additional it consists of a Swing Arm Mechanism. Positioned between the frames, the swing arms (3a, 3b) are pivotally connected using pivot bearings (lb) and pivot rods (la). These components are secured at specific locations on the frames via pivot holders (1c), allowing for smooth, controlled movement.

[0148] • Body Hoist System: The body hoist (5) features an electrical DC motor (5a) that can operate in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions. Hoist rope housings (5b) are mounted on either side of the motor, designed to coil a hoist rope (5c) for effective lifting and support. This is positioned centrally of the top frame, levelled and affixed to the upper frame / s (2a) on the left and the right sides.

[0149] • Leg Hoist System: The leg hoist (6) is equipped with a dedicated electrical DC motor (6a) functioning similarly to the body hoist can operate in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions. Hoist rope housings (6b) are mounted on either side of the motor, designed to coil a hoist rope (6c) for effective lifting and support. This motor is strategically positioned beneath the front lower frame (2c) to assist in elevating and supporting the patient's legs.

[0150] • Processor Panel: The processor panel (7) contains a central processing unit (CPU) (7a) responsible for processing signals received from various controllers (25 / 26) and sensor systems. This includes a head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and a tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) that monitor the device's positioning and movement. • Leg assembly (4): The leg assembly (4) features a leg inner piston (4a) and a leg outer piston (4b), working in tandem to provide support. Additionally, a wheel set (4d) is driven by electrical DC motors (4d-2), enabling 360-degree mobility for enhanced manoeuvrability.

[0151] The Top assembly (21) houses the Top Frame (2), Swing Arm (3), Pivot (1), Body Hoist (5), Leg Hoist (6) and Processor Panel (7). Top Frame has 4 sides, i.e., front, back, left and right. This is in perspective of the patient lying under it toe forward / sitting under it facing forward. There is an upper frame (2a) (as shown in FIG. 13), middle frame (2b) (as shown in FIG. 13) and lower frame (2c) (as shown in FIG. 13), each of which is held together in parallel position to one another by using a Joiner Frame (2d) (as shown in FIG. 13).

[0152] In an embodiment, the swing arms (3a, 3b) are mounted on bearings (lb) and pivot rods (la), enabling the device to transition between open and closed positions for various operating modes, including patient mobility and hoisting.

[0153] Between the upper frame (2a) and the middle frame (2b), an upper swing arm (3a) (as shown in FIG. 13) is positioned with pivot bearings (lb) (as shown in FIG. 14) placed in between them on one end. Through these a pivot rod (la) (as shown in FIG. 14) is placed, and the pivot holders (1c) (as shown in FIG. 14) are affixed at upper side of the upper frame and lower side of the middle frame.

[0154] Between the middle frame (2b) and lower frame (2c), a lower swing arm (3b) (as shown in FIG. 13) is positioned with pivot bearings (lb) (as shown in FIG. 15) placed in between them on one end. Through these a pivot rod (la) (as shown in FIG. 15) is placed, and the pivot holders (1c) (as shown in FIG. 15) is affixed at upper side of the middle frame and lower side of the lower frame.

[0155] This allows the swing arm to freely pivot hinged to one side of the top frame. In an embodiment, the swing arms (3a, 3b) are designed to provide adjustable patient positioning during mobility or hoisting, allowing for various rehabilitative positions based on the specific needs of the patient.

[0156] Body hoist (5) (as shown in FIG. 10) has an electrical motor (5a) (as shown in FIG. 10) which is operated with power from rechargeable batteries (4c) (as shown in FIG. 13). The motor can be operated anticlockwise and clockwise direction. The motor axle has at either end a hoist rope housing (5b) (as shown in FIG. 10) to hold / coil / wind the hoist rope (5c) (as shown in FIG. 10). The holder (5d) (as shown in FIG. 10) firmly secures the motor to the top frame (2a) on the left side and right side of the top assembly (21).

[0157] Leg Hoist (6) (as shown in FIG. 11) has a electrical motor (6a) (as shown in FIG. 11) which is operated with power from rechargeable batteries (4c) (as shown in FIG. 13). The motor can be operated anticlockwise and clockwise direction. The motor axle has at either end a hoist rope housing (6b) (as shown in FIG. 11) to hold / coil / wind the hoist rope (6c) (as shown in FIG. 11). The holder (6d) (as shown in FIG. 11) firmly secures the motor under the lower frame (2c) on the front side of the top assembly (21).

[0158] In an embodiment, the top assembly (21) features a processor panel (7) that is electrically connected to a power input port (7d), enabling the recharging of integrated rechargeable batteries (4c). The processor panel (7) also includes a power output port (7e) for delivering power to various medical devices that can be connected to the contraption device (50). In another embodiment, the processor panel (7) manages and processes signals for the hoisting system, the motors driving the wheel set (4d-2), and the leg assembly (4). In yet another embodiment, the processor panel (7) enables wired / wireless communication between the various components of the contraption device (50) and remote controller / s (25 / 26) that is wired or wireless for facilitating real-time operation and feedback.

[0159] This coordination is based on inputs received from external sensors and the integrated controllers. The processor panel (7) (as shown in FIG. 12) comprises of CPU (7a) (as shown in FIG. 12) which performs all the processing of signals received from / to different components such as controllers (25 / 26) (as shown in FIGS. 36 and 37), head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) (as shown in FIG. 16), tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) (as shown in FIG. 16) and sending signals to different components such as leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13), wheel set (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16), body hoist motor (5a) (as shown in FIG. 10), leg hoist motor (6a) (as shown in FIG. 11). Port (7b) (as shown in FIG. 12) connects to the controller (25) (as shown in FIG. 36), port (7c) (as shown in FIG. 12) to connect controller-x (26) (as shown in FIG. 37). In an embodiment, the contraption device (50) comprises a power charging cable (22) connected to the power input port (7d), which facilitates the recharging of internal rechargeable batteries (4c) to ensure continuous operation during patient mobility or hoisting activities. The power input (7d) (as shown in FIG. 12) transfers external electrical power supply through power charging cable (22) (as shown in FIG. 33) to recharge the rechargeable batteries (4c) (as shown in FIG. 13). Power output (7e) (as shown in FIG. 12) transfers power out from rechargeable batteries (4c) (FIG. 13) to a medical device / equipment as connected to the contraption device, as required during mobility of the patient.

[0160] In an embodiment, the leg assembly (4) is equipped with an extendable and retractable mechanism, facilitated by the relative movement between a leg inner piston (4a) and a leg outer piston (4b). This mechanism allows for height adjustment of the device in response to signals from obstacle detection sensors. In an embodiment, the head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and the tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) are equipped with obstacle detection sensors. These sensors transmit signals to the leg inner piston (4a), triggering its extension or retraction and thereby controlling the device’s vertical movement when traversing staircases or uneven surfaces. In an embodiment, the head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and the tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) detect obstacles and adjust the height of the leg assembly (4) to maintain stability while moving over uneven terrain or staircases.

[0161] The Leg assembly (4) comprises of a leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13), leg outer piston (4b) (as shown in FIG. 13), battery housing with rechargeable battery (4c) (as shown in FIG.13) and wheel set (4d) (as shown in FIGS. 13 and 16). The leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13) is extendable outwards or retracted inwards of the leg outer piston (4b) (as shown in FIG. 13) to increase or reduce the overall length of the leg assembly (4) (as shown in FIG. 13). Wheel set (4d) (as shown in FIGS. 13 and 16) involves multiple components. In an embodiment, the wheel set (4d) is configured for both indoor and outdoor use, capable of adapting to flat surfaces, staircases, and other obstacles through coordinated movement of the wheel set motors (4d-2) and adjustments to the length of the leg assembly (4). When each of the motors (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16) are operated in opposing direction (one anticlockwise and other clockwise), the wheel set pivot rod (4d- 1) (as shown in FIG. 16) will result in both the main wheels to spin 360 degrees on the same spot of the ground. In an embodiment, the wheel set (4d) comprises a pair of main wheels (4d-4), each powered by a dedicated motor (4d-2). The motors are configured to rotate the wheels either in the same direction or in opposite directions, thereby providing multiple movement modes including turning, forward motion, and reverse motion. Each of the main wheels (4d-4) (as shown in FIG. 16) are fixed to the wheel axle (4d-5) (as shown in FIG. 16). When each of the motors (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16) are operated in same direction (both as either anticlockwise or as clockwise), both the main wheels would move forward in same direction, allowing the wheels to be moved forward or backwards. When only one the motors (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16) is operated in either direction (anticlockwise or clockwise), or one motor (4d-2) operates at a different rotational speed than the other motor (4d-2) in the wheel set (4d), the wheel set pivot rod (4d-l) (as shown in FIG. 16) will allow the wheels to turn at an angle in one direction. This allows the swing arm (3a or 3b) to swing on its pivot inwards or outwards. This allows achieving the opened position of the swing arms or closed position of the swing arms of the contraption device (50).

[0162] In an embodiment, the controller (25) allows the operator to adjust the height of the leg assembly (4) by extending or retracting the leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13), thereby adapting the device for operation on uneven terrain or staircases. The wheel set has head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) (as shown in FIG. 16) when having any obstacle in front of it (such as a vertical surface / wall of a step of the staircase), comes to pressed downwards position (as shown in FIGS. 18b and 18c) and signal is sent to leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13) to retract / raise. Simultaneously the signal is also sent to stop operating of all of the 8-wheel sets motors (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16) of the contraption device (50). When the obstacle no longer remains in front of it, the head sensor wheel lever comes back to un-pressed raised position (as shown in FIG. 18a and 18d) signal is sent to leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13) to stop retraction / raising. Simultaneously the signal is also sent to start operating again of the wheel sets motors (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16) of the contraption device (50). This allows the contraption device (50) to slowly move forward climbing up the staircase while each of the 8 legs assemblies (4) keep adjusting its length. Further manual intervention by the operator also allows the adjusting the leg inner piston (4a) movement in turn adjusting the length of each of the 8 legs assemblies (4) according to the need while traversing the staircase. The wheel set has tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) (as shown in FIG. 16) when not having any obstacle below it (such as a flat surface / ground of a step of the staircase), comes to un-pressed downwards position (as shown in FIGS. 17b and 17c) and signal is sent to leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13) to extend / lower. Simultaneously the signal is also sent to stop operating of all of the 8-wheel sets motors (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16) of the contraption device (50). When the obstacle is found again below it, the head sensor wheel lever will come to pressed upwards position, (as shown in FIGS. 17a and 17d) signal is sent to signal is sent to leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13) to stop extension / lowering. Simultaneously the signal is also sent to start operating of the wheel sets motors (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16) of the contraption device (50). This allows the contraption device (50) to slowly move forward climbing down the staircase while each of the 8 legs assemblies (4) keep adjusting its length. Further manual intervention by the operator also allows the adjusting the leg inner piston (4a) movement in turn adjusting the length of each of the 8 legs assemblies (4) according to the need while traversing the staircase.

[0163] In an embodiment, the contraption device (50) comprises an adjustable hoisting body frame (11), which can be expanded or contracted via a twister mechanism (I la). This adjustability ensures a precise fit to the patient’s body during lifting, achieved through the attachment of hoisting harnesses. Hoisting Frames are used to hoist the patient. The body frame (11) (as shown in FIG. 23) has a twister (I la) (as shown in FIG. 23) to rotate anticlockwise / clockwise to increase or reduce the overall size of the frame along its width and length to adjust the body frame to the size of the patient for appropriate fitting of the body frame to the patient body outwards.

[0164] In an embodiment, the hoisting harnesses include a torso harness (8), a head harness (27), and an ankle harness (28). Each harness is equipped with attachment hooks (8a, 8b, 9, 10) designed for secure connection to the hoisting frame used and other hoisting components. As described, the hoisting harnesses includes the torso harness (8) (as shown in FIG. 20), head harness (27) (as shown in FIG. 21), wrist / ankle harness (28) (as shown in FIG. 22) are put on and secured to the patient prior to hoisting processes. In an embodiment, the body hoist (5) and leg hoist (6) are configured with carabiners (15) that connect to corresponding hoist hooks {(11c and 1 Ih) or (12c and 13c) or (12c)}, allowing the patient to be lifted in various positions, including lying down, sitting, or partially elevated. The harnesses hooks (8a, 8b, 9, 10) (as shown in FIGS. 20 - 22) are affixed respectively with tie strap / s (14) (as shown in FIG. 26) to be affixed respectively with the body frame hooks (1 ld / 1 le / 1 lf / 11g) (as shown in FIG. 23) or affixed respectively with carabiner (15) (as shown in FIG. 27) with hoisting shoulder frame hooks (12d / 12e) (as shown in FIG. 24) or / and along with hoisting ankle frame hooks (13c) (as shown in FIG. 25). The body hoist carabiner (15) (as shown in FIG. 10) and leg hoist carabiner (15) (as shown in FIG. 11) are respectively affixed to the body frame hoist hooks (l lc / l lh) (as shown in FIG. 23) to hoist the patient in lying posture (as shown in FIG. 4). The body hoist carabiner (15) (as shown in FIG. 10) are respectively affixed to the hoisting shoulder frame hoist hook (12c) (as shown in FIG. 24) or directly to torso harness shoulder hook (8a) (as shown in FIG. 20) to hoist the patient above waist (as shown in FIG. 5). The body hoist carabiner (15) (as shown in FIG. 10) and leg hoist carabiner (15) (as shown in FIG. 11) are respectively affixed to the hoisting shoulder frame hoist hook (12c) (as shown in FIG. 24) or directly to torso harness shoulder hook (8a) (as shown in FIG. 20) and to the hoisting ankle frame hook (13c) (as shown in FIG. 25) or directly to ankle harness hook (10) (as shown in FIG. 22) to hoist the patient in a sitting posture (as shown in FIGS. 3 and 8).

[0165] In an embodiment, the wheel set motors (4d-2) are configured to rotate in opposite directions to enable the contraption device (50) to rotate in place, or in the same direction for forward and backward motion. The contraption device (50), has extemal / internal wiring laid along; to allow sending / receiving of signals required for functioning / operating of different components of the contraption device (50). This includes to recharge batteries (4c) (as shown in FIG. 13), to send power to each of the wheel set motors (4d-2) (as shown in FIGS. 13 and 16), to receive signal from head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and operate the leg inner piston (4a) to send signal from tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) to operate the leg inner piston (4a), to send signal to power the body hoist (5) (as shown in FIG. 10) and to send signal to power the leg hoist (6) (as shown in FIG. 11). Controller / s allows operating of the individual component / part of contraption device. Use of programmed chip in the controller / s (25 / 26) will allow ease of operation of multiple components / parts of the contraption device (50) (CHAPRAM) in a collective and synchronized manner.

[0166] The electronic controller (25) (as shown in FIG. 36) is used to operate the body hoist (5) (as shown in FIG. 10) where the motor (5a) can be operated in anticlockwise or clockwise direction which in turn rotates accordingly the hoist rope housing (5b) which winds-up or un- winds the hoist rope (5c). This enables the physical motion of hoisting up or hoisting down. The electronic controller (25) is used to operate the leg hoist (6) (as shown in FIG. 11) where the motor (6a) can be operated in anticlockwise or clockwise direction which in turn rotates accordingly the hoist rope housing (6b) which winds-up or un-winds the hoist rope (6c). This enables the physical motion of hoisting up or hoisting down.

[0167] In an embodiment, the controller (25) is an electronic device pre-programmed to operate the body hoist (5), leg hoist (6), and wheel set (4d) either collectively or individually, thereby allowing an operator to manoeuvre the contraption device (50) with precision. As described, the electronic controller (25) is used to operate the wheel set (4d) (as shown in FIG. 16) where the motor (4d-2) (as shown in FIG. 16) can be operated in anticlockwise or clockwise which in turn rotates the connecting wheel (4d-3) (as shown in FIG. 16) which in turn allows clockwise or anticlockwise rotation of the main wheels (4d-4) (as shown in FIG. 16). The controller (25) is pre-programmed to allow operator to easily operate the wheel sets (4d) individually or collectively or in any combination to navigate the contraption device in the desired manner. The electronic controller (25) is used to operate the leg inner piston (4a) (as shown in FIG. 13) where its extension from the Leg Outer Piston (4b) (as shown in FIG. 13) will increase / extend the length of the leg assembly (4) while its retraction will decrease / reduce the length of the leg assembly (4). The controller (25) is pre-programmed to allow operator to easily operate the leg inner piston component (4a) individually or collectively or in any combination, to navigate the contraption device in the desired manner.

[0168] The contraption device is usable for different purposes, for example, hoisting up or lowering of the patient from / to the bed either at the medical institution or at their own home. This allows the patient in medical institution to be shifted from the bed to other facilities in the premises. Minimal physical agitation to the patient as well as efforts for the attendant; in the entire process of moving patient from bed onto a stretcher / wheelchair and then onto the examination / procedure room in the medical institution premises and back to the bed.

[0169] The contraption device is aimed at imparting a certain level of physical movement to the patient. The contraption device also provides directed and guided movement given to the limbs of the patient, which helps in increased metabolism of the body, toning of the patient’ s muscles, and improved blood circulation all through the body. The contraption device also supports the confidence building of the patient in their ability to recoup and a combination of all the aspects support the enhanced recovery of the patient. All of this is achieved in the same room where the patient is, which essentially reduces instances of having to move the patient from the bed to a rehabilitation department of the medical institution.

[0170] With reference to the contraption device, any supporting tubes / wires / sensors already attached to the patient while on the bed, may not require to be rejigged for transporting the patient from one physical location to another on the medical institution premises.

[0171] All this greatly reduces the workload of the medical attendants as well as reduced manhours that go into these activities could give derived financial savings for the medical institutions. Mobility to the patient on the bed reduces the possibilities of bed sores that patient gets when remaining static in the bed for extended period.

[0172] This contraption allows ability to move the patient to the washroom where they can get to urinate / defecate and be cleaned up as necessary. It also allows improved level of cleaning that the attendants could give to the patient. This way the dignity that is maintained for the patient, could have a positive psychological effect on the patient.

[0173] Referring to FIGS. 8a, 8b, 8c exemplarily illustrate perspective views (front, top and isometric) of the contraption device for enabling movement along stairs, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. This design involves use of hydraulic legs with wheels fitted at bottom. The hydraulic mechanism allows the increase or decrease in height of each of the 8 legs. This design of 8 hydraulic legs allows the contraption device to navigate up and down a staircase giving enhanced mobility with stability to an incapacitated patient.

[0174] Referring to FIGS. 3a-c, 4a-c, 5a-c exemplarily illustrate perspective views of hoisting of the patient using the contraption device, FIGS. 3a-c and 8a-c exemplarily illustrate perspective views of providing mobility to the patient using the contraption device, FIGS. 6a-c, 7a-c exemplarily illustrate perspective views of providing physical rehabilitation to the patient using the contraption device, as example embodiments of the present disclosure. These are achieved with different accessories being put together to enable hands / legs exercising movements with weight resistance as part of patient rehabilitation process, as referred in FIG. 19 exemplarily illustrating a side perspective view of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0175] Referring to FIGS. 20 - 22 exemplarily illustrates respectively a perspective view that shows the Torso, Head and Wrist / Ankle Harnesses of the contraption device. FIGS. 23a-b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view (reduced and increased) of the hoisting body frame of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIGS. 24a-b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view (reduced and increased) of the hoisting shoulder frame of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. FIGS. 25a-b exemplarily illustrates a top perspective view (reduced and increased) of the hoisting ankle frame of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0176] The contraption device comprises hoists that are electrically powered with power appropriate to lift / hold / release the weight of the incapacitated person. Hoists houses rolled up the ropes with carabines / latches, in thickness and length appropriate to support the weight of the incapacitated person. The hoists include a body hoist for shoulder and a leg hoist for ankle. The contraption device further comprises a hoisting body frame, hoisting shoulder frame, hoisting ankle frame to give a firm fixture to the respective support harnesses for rigid hoisting. Additional supports and harnesses can be used for patient as necessary / directed by medical needs of the patient. In an embodiment, contraption device (50) comprises an accessory kit including tie straps, carabiners, ropes, pulleys, and weights, which provides additional support and customization during patient hoisting and mobility. The contraption device comprises tie straps, carabines, hooks, ropes, pullies, weights, etc. The ropes of appropriate thickness and length to support the movement of the respective body part. In an embodiment, the leg hoist (6) and body hoist (5) operate in coordination, managed via the processor panel (7), to lift the patient in different positions suited for rehabilitation or mobility, adapting to the patient’s specific needs. The weights are chosen appropriate to support the rehabilitation needs of the patient. The different pullies are placed on each of the leg outer piston (4b) (as shown in FIG. 13a), at the appropriate height; to achieve different head movements, shoulder movements, waist movements, arm swing movements, leg swing movements. For future state model, the pullies / ropes / weights can be replaced by a motorized reel with auto rewinding and release tensioners as required to support the rehabilitation needs of the patient. The operation of the motorized pullies would be controlled by controller- x (26) (as shown in FIG. 37).

[0177] The contraption device further comprises a controller (25) which comprise controls for (1) body hoist, leg hoist; for lifting, for holding and for lowering, (2) each of the specific motor of the wheel set either individually as well as collectively in any desired combination of the 8 different wheel sets on each of the 8 different legs, which can allow inward / outward swinging of the respective swing arms, (3) each of the specific motor of the wheel set collectively in any desired combination of the 8 different wheel sets on each of the 8 different legs, which can forward / reverse / rotational movement of the entire contraption device, (4) each of the hydraulic mechanism for lowering or raising of the piston of each of the 8 different legs; individually as well as collectively in any desired combination for the 8 different legs, and (5) each of the pullies with designated weights to provide desired resistance and muscle exercise for head movements, shoulder movements, waist movements, arm swing movements, leg swing movements; manually operated by the attendant (or in a future state devise a controller- x (26) with pre-programmed chip to allow operation of respective motorized pullies in a preprogrammed manner). The contraption device further comprises electrical motors and battery packs. The electrical motors are operated through battery packs allowing cord-less functioning and extended mobility. 1 Referring to FIG. 36 exemplarily illustrates controller (25) of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. The contraption device controller (25) is essentially a console that have different buttons / levers used to activate different electrical motor each for different purposes. Different electrical hoisting motors to lift the patient upwards or lower them downwards. Different electrical motors of the base wheels to allow manoeuvring and movement of the contraption device on the floor. Different hydraulic piston pumps to allow raising / shortening or extending / increasing the height / length of the each of leg as required.

[0178] Referring to FIG. 37 exemplarily illustrates controller (26) of the contraption device, as an example embodiment of the present disclosure. The contraption device controller-x (26) is essentially a console that have different buttons / levers used to activate different electrical motorized pullies with cords housed therein with differential tensioners. Pullies positioned at different positions on the contraption device, allows the cords to be latched to the patient’s different parts of body. Operating the motors of these pullies will allow the housed cord to pull or release as required with tension as set. This achieves a physical movement of the patient’s limbs / body parts. This greatly supports the muscle toning and rehabilitation of the patient.

[0179] ADVANTAGES OF CHAPRAM

[0180] 1. Multifunctionality in a Single Device: a. The contraption device combines three core functions — hoisting, physical rehabilitation, and mobility — within a single integrated unit. This is unique compared to other healthcare devices that typically offer only one of these functions. b. A contraption device for assisting patients in medical care, comprising: i. Top Assembly configured to hold Top Frame, Swing arms, Pivot, Body Hoist, Eeg Hoist, Processor panel ii. Eeg assembly comprising a Piston (inner and outer) (hydraulic mechanism), Rechargeable Batteries, Wheel Set iii. Harnesses iv. Hoisting Frames v. Accessories vi. Controllers Adaptability for Varied Environments: The contraption device is designed for use in both medical institutions and home care settings, ensuring versatility, safe patient transfer between beds and various facilities, including moving patient from bed to the bathroom / lavatory or navigating complex environments like staircases. Motorized Hoisting System: a. Highlight that the device’s body hoist and leg hoist are motorized for lifting patients into different positions (sitting, lying, standing), which ensures minimal physical disturbance. b. Body Hoist affixed to the Top Frame, wherein the hoisting mechanism comprises motor to electrically lift, hold, and release the weight of the patient c. Leg Hoist affixed to the Top Frame, wherein the hoisting mechanism comprises motor to electrically lift, hold, and release the weight of the patient Modular and Adjustable Frames: a. The contraption device includes modular hoisting frames, such as the body frame, shoulder frame, and ankle frame, which are adjustable to accommodate patients in various positions and postures (lying, sitting, standing). b. Top Frame keeps the contraption device firmly fixed to its shape / alignment of the front, back, left and right. i. Upper, Middle, Lower and Joiner frames on each of the 4 side of contraption device, have a upper and lower swing arm which are pivoted at either ends. ii. Swing arms achieve a free movement by placing bearings on top and under side. iii. one extreme end of swing arm is pivoted to the top frame and the other extreme end of the same swing arm on its underside has the leg assembly permanently affixed vertically to it. iv. Pivot is firmly affixed using the holders. Contraption device has a total of 8 Leg assemblies, wherein each leg assembly comprises of a. hydraulic mechanism permits extension or retraction of a Leg Inner Piston from the leg outer piston, allowing for variable length of the Leg b. battery housing with rechargeable battery c. a wheel set Physical Rehabilitation Assistance: a. Integration of physical rehabilitation components such as pulleys, weights, and motorized tensioners that assist patients in performing rehabilitative exercises while securely hoisted. This provides a controlled rehabilitation environment, reducing manual intervention by caregivers. b. A pulley system connected to the Leg assembly, wherein the pulley system comprises ropes, carabiners, leg clamp, pulleys, weights; with one end of rope attached the specific part of patient body, with the rope then looped over a pulleys and with the other end of rope having weights for resistance. 360-Degree Mobility and Obstacle Detection: a. Contraption device’s wheel set allows 360-degree movement and includes obstacle detection sensors should be claimed. This ensures smooth movement and automatic adjustments, such as halting or rerouting, especially when encountering staircases or uneven surfaces. b. Wheel Set has i. the motor allows the pair of wheels to move forward or backward or in an angle in a direction or spin on its axis ii. the Head and T ail Sensor Wheel Lever allows the operation of Leg Inner Piston to raise or lower the leg inner piston. The hydraulic piston system automatic adjustment based on environmental factors (e.g., navigating stairs). a. Automatic Height and Movement Adjustments: b. Automatic height adjustment feature of the leg assembly via sensors that adjust based on the environment (such as stairs). This ensures safe traversal and height alignment during mobility. Rotation of the main wheels achieves the a. swinging motion of the swing arm, allowing the contraption device to manoeuvre between fully open and fully closed position b. forward / backward / rotational manoeuvring of the contraption device to provide required mobility to the contraption device Operation of Leg Inner Piston to raise or lower the leg inner piston allows a. to raise or lower the entire contraption device in entirety b. to raise or lower the individual leg assembly to traverse up or down the staircase Cordless Operation with Rechargeable Batteries: The rechargeable battery system that allows for cordless operation of the device, ensuring continuous operation without being tethered to power sources, which enhances its flexibility and mobility. Comprehensive Controller System: a. Emphasize the controller system that manages synchronized operation of multiple components, such as the hoists, pistons, and wheels, ensuring coordinated handling and mobility of the patient. The processor panel coordinating signals between the controller and mechanical components can be included here. b. This can be connected to the contraption device via a cable or could also be programmed for wireless operation. c. Controller allows control of i. body hoist for lifting or lowering ii. leg hoist for lifting and lowering iii. controls for the wheel set for independent and collective rotation iv. controls for the hydraulic mechanism to individually or collectively lower or raise the legs. The contraption device programmable electronic Controller-X for automating complex movement sequences, reducing the need for manual intervention during patient rehabilitation care and motorized pully operation in the future model (with autorewinding tensioners for managing cord movement). This can be connected to the contraption device via a cable or could also be programmed for wireless operation. Patient Safety and Comfort through Secure Harnesses: a. Include the invention’s harness system (torso, head, wrist, and ankle) that secures the patient during hoisting and mobility, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout transfers and exercises. b. Harnesses for Torso, Head and Wrist / Ankle put on and secured to the patient’s body comprises adjustable tie straps for securing harnesses to different body parts of a patient, including the head, shoulders, hips, wrists, thighs / knees, and ankles.

[0181] Current invention has been discussed specifically with full disclosure. However, numerous changes can be made in the detail of structures, combinations, and part arrangement along with technical advancements that may be included / added / implemented in future without changing the spirit and scope of the invention.

[0182] Although the invention has been described with reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. It is therefore, contemplated that such modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the present invention as defined.

Claims

We Claim:

1. A contraption device (50) for assisting in patient mobility and rehabilitation, comprising: a top assembly (21) comprising a top frame (2), an upper frame (2a), a middle frame (2b), and a lower frame (2c), wherein the frames are connected in parallel by a joiner frame (2d); a swing arm (3a, 3b) positioned between the frames and pivotally connected using pivot bearings (lb) and pivot rods (la) through pivot holders (1c) affixed at specific points on the frames; a body hoist (5) comprising an electrical motor (5a) operable in both clockwise and anticlockwise directions, with hoist rope housing (5b) mounted on either side of the motor to coil a hoist rope (5c), wherein the body hoist (5) is positioned centrally about the top frame and affixed to the upper frame (2 a); a leg hoist (6) comprising an electrical motor (6a), similar in function to the body hoist, operable in both clockwise and anticlockwise directions, with hoist rope housing (6b) mounted on either side of the motor to coil a hoist rope (6c), mounted under the lower frame (2c); a processor panel (7) comprising a CPU (7a), which processes signals received from controllers (25) and sensor systems, comprising a head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and a tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7); and a leg assembly (4) comprising a leg inner piston (4a) and a leg outer piston (4b), with a wheel set (4d) powered by motors (4d-2) for 360 degrees mobility.

2. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the top assembly (21) includes the processor panel (7) connected to a power input port (7d) for recharging rechargeable batteries (4c), and a power output port (7e) for supplying power to medical devices attached to the contraption device (50).

3. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the leg assembly (4) is extendable and retractable via one of the extension and retraction of the leg inner piston (4a) relative to the leg outer piston (4b), to adjust the height of the contraption device (50) based on obstacle detection.

4. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the wheel set (4d) includes a pair of main wheels (4d-4), each driven by the motors (4d-2), enabling the wheels to rotate in one of opposing and same direction for different modes of movement, comprising turning, forward, and backward movement.

5. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a hoisting body frame (11) adjustable via a twister (I la) to one of expand and contract width and length of the hoisting body frame (11), thereby ensuring proper fit to the patient's body during hoisting via hoisting harnesses.

6. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the hoisting harnesses include a torso harness (8), head harness (27), and ankle harness (28), each equipped with hooks (8a, 8b, 9, 10) for secure attachment to the hoisting frames (11, 12, 13) and other hoisting components.

7. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the body hoist (5) and leg hoist (6) utilize carabiners (15) attached to respective hoist hooks (11c, 1 Ih, 12c, 13c), enabling the patient to be lifted in various postures, comprising one of lying, sitting, and partially hoisted.

8. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and the tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7) detect obstacles, sending signals to the leg inner piston (4a) for one of extension and retraction, thereby controlling the contraption device’s (50) vertical movement on staircases and uneven surfaces.

9. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the controller (25) is an electronic controller preprogrammed to operate the body hoist (5), leg hoist (6), and wheel set (4d) collectively and individually, allowing an operator to manoeuvre the contraption device (50) as desired.

10. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor panel (7) coordinates signal processing for hoisting systems, wheel set motors (4d-2), and leg assembly (4) based on inputs from external sensors and the controllers.

11. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the wheel set motors (4d-2) allow the contraption device (50) to rotate in place when operated in opposing directions and to move in one of forward and backward direction when operated in the same direction.

12. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the controller (25) allows an operator to adjust the height of the leg assembly (4) by one of extending and retracting the leg inner piston (4a), thereby adapting the contraption device (50) for use on uneven ground and stairs.

13. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the swing arm (3a, 3b) pivots on respective bearings (lb) and pivot rods (la), allowing the contraption device (50) to transition between open and closed positions for different operating modes.

14. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the swing arm (3a, 3b) allows for adjustable positioning of the patient during one of mobility and hoisting, facilitating different rehabilitative positions based on patient requirements.

15. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a power charging cable (22) connected to the power input port (7d) to recharge the internal rechargeable batteries (4c), ensuring continued operation during patient mobility.

16. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the wheel set (4d) is designed for both indoor and outdoor mobility, adapting to flat surfaces, stairs, and other obstacles through coordinated movement of the wheel set motors (4d-2) and the leg assembly (4).

17. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the head sensor wheel lever (4d-6) and the tail sensor wheel lever (4d-7), which detect obstacles and adjust the leg height to maintain stability during one of upward and downward movement, on uneven ground and staircases.

18. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor panel (7) enables communication between components of the contraption device (50) and remote controller (25 / 26) that is one of wired and wireless for real time operation and feedback.

19. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, comprising an accessory set (14-20) comprising tie straps, carabiners, ropes, pulleys, and weights for additional support and customization during hoisting and patient mobility.

20. The contraption device (50) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the leg hoist (6) and the body hoist (5) work in coordination, controlled via the processor panel (7), to lift the patient in different positions, adjusting to the patient’s rehabilitation and mobility needs.

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