Sliding backrest

The sliding backrest with adjustable components addresses the challenge of optimizing squatting exercises by enhancing positioning and movement, reducing discomfort and injury risk for diverse users.

WO2025147752A1PCT designated stage expired Publication Date: 2025-07-17FREIRE DE SOUZA ANDRÉ RICARDO
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Application Number
PCT/BR2025/050009
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-01-11
Filing Date
2025-01-10
Publication Date
2025-07-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing devices fail to effectively assist users in performing squatting exercises by optimizing positioning, movement, and range of motion, leading to discomfort and potential injury, particularly for a wide range of users from sedentary to active.

Method used

A robust sliding backrest with adjustable components, including a solid base, inclined column, incline adapters, and massage rollers, designed to enhance squatting exercises by improving positioning, movement, and muscle relaxation.

Benefits of technology

The device optimizes squatting exercises by preventing discomfort and injury through improved positioning and movement, catering to users of varying activity levels.

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Abstract

The present utility model relates to a sliding backrest developed to improve the practice of squat exercises and to perform therapeutic massage for muscle relaxation. This device combines a sliding support structure with massage rollers, with a fifteen-degree inclination in its neutral position, and having inclination adapters in order to optimise the positioning of users; it has supports for balance and use of complementary accessories, enabling users to perform squat exercises more effectively and comfortably, and to receive therapeutic massage during the exercises. The backrest offers flexibility of movement, anchoring points for various positions, and supports for balance and position adjustment. With an intuitive and versatile design, this utility model optimises training, providing a highly adaptable and therapeutic exercise experience for practitioners.
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Description

[0001] GENERAL DESCRIPTION

[0002] The components of the "Sliding Backrest" are composed of: A robust structure that includes: a solid base and a column inclined at fifteen degrees, in its neutral state; incline adapters that vary in their stages, according to the level of exercise; An adjustable support that can be adjusted according to the height of the practitioner; massage rollers for the back, which rotate on their own axis, integrated into the structure and provide muscle relaxation during use; Supports for balance and optional use of complementary accessories for the practice of the squat exercise.The functionality of this utility model involves assisting with squatting exercises. The device is designed to optimize squatting. Its components work together to improve positioning, movement, and range of motion to prevent discomfort and even injury to practitioners. It can be used by a wide range of users, from the most sedentary to the most active, depending on its versatility. The features and advantages of this utility model can be better understood by referring to the detailed description below, which includes the item's modalities and illustrated principles, including:

[0003] Figure 1 shows the “Sliding Backrest” in a diagonal perspective.

[0004] Figure 2 shows the “Sliding Backrest” from a side perspective.

[0005] The Figure shows the “Sliding Backrest” from a front perspective.

[0006] Figure 4 shows the “Sliding Backrest” from a diagonal and superior perspective.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. “Sliding Backrest” characterized by being a device composed of: a sliding support structure; massage rollers; side supports; a height and tilt adjustment mechanism; a fifteen-degree tilt, in neutral state, with tilt stages to optimize user positioning.

2. “Sliding Backrest”, according to claim 1, characterized by having a sliding support structure equipped with rollers that rotate on their own axis, which allow linear and smooth movements up and down.

3. “Sliding Backrest”, characterized by its massage rollers being fixed to the sliding support structure, providing comfort and optimizing the user’s range of motion during the squat exercise.

4. “Sliding Backrest”, characterized by having a height adjustment mechanism controlled by a lever system, allowing the user to customize the height of the support according to their needs.

5. “Sliding Backrest”, characterized by having attachment points to accommodate different exercise positions, including partial and full squats.

6. “Sliding Backrest”, characterized by providing a method for performing the squat exercise, which comprises the steps of: Height and Incline Adjustment; Positioning; Exercise Execution.

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