Door-Mounted Slide Rail for Adjustable Physical Therapy Anchor Points
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing physical therapy devices require fixed anchor points, limiting the ability to perform exercises at home or in less equipped facilities, making it inconvenient for patients to follow prescribed rehabilitation exercises outside of a gym or physical therapy facility.
Innovation Solution
A mounting system with a slide rail and adjustable attachment blocks that can be securely attached to doors or other surfaces, allowing for customizable anchor points for physical therapy devices, enabling exercises to be performed in various locations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If fixed anchor points are used on walls in gyms or physical therapy facilities, then multiple anchor points allow physical therapists to tailor exercises for different injuries, but patients must travel to these facilities to perform the exercises
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a movable attachment block that can slide along a vertical rail mounted on a door, allowing the anchor point to be dynamically repositioned to different heights. This dynamic positioning system enables the same mounting structure to accommodate various exercise requirements without requiring multiple fixed installations or facility visits
Solution Approach 2:
The mounting system with a vertical rail and movable attachment block serves multiple functions: it provides adjustable anchor points at different heights, accommodates various physical therapy exercises, and can be installed in home environments. This universal design replaces the need for multiple fixed anchor points in specialized facilities
2Ease of operation
If a movable attachment block with hand brake is used to allow free movement along the slide rail for adjusting vertical position, then the attachment block can be positioned at desired locations, but the hand brake mechanism adds complexity to the device
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment block incorporates a self-contained hand brake mechanism that allows the user to independently control and lock the block's position on the slide rail. The hand brake enables the attachment block to hold its position at any desired height without requiring additional external locking mechanisms or complex assembly procedures
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AI summary
A mounting system for a physical therapy device that allows the physical therapy device to be anchored at a desired height. The mounting system includes a top bracket and a bottom bracket that each can be received over an edge of a door. A slide rail extends between the top bracket and the bottom bracket. At least one attachment block is received on the slide rail. The attachment block can be moved along the length of the slide rail and includes an attachment ring, or similar device that allows a physical therapy device to be attached to a stationary point. The mounting system can include a second attachment block for providing additional points of attachment for the physical therapy device.