Compressible Foam Support Body for Pelvic Alignment and Isometric Exercise
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current physical therapy methods lack a versatile system for effectively aiding pelvic alignment, shoulder support, and isometric exercise, particularly in addressing bodily pain and muscle alignment issues.
Innovation Solution
A physical therapy system comprising a support body with notches for pelvic alignment and a support strap with hook and loop components for secure attachment, designed to be placed between the thighs or on the waist for isometric exercises, utilizing a compressible foam core for proper muscle engagement and alignment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a physical therapy system is designed to provide pelvic alignment and shoulder support, then therapeutic effectiveness is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The support body is designed to serve multiple therapeutic functions including pelvic alignment, shoulder support, and isometric exercise. A single device can be positioned between thighs for pelvic alignment or on the waist for shoulder support, eliminating the need for multiple separate therapy devices and reducing overall system complexity while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The support body incorporates distinct notched regions (first notched region, second notched region, third notched region) that can be selectively engaged with support straps for different therapeutic applications. This segmentation allows the same base structure to adapt to various therapy needs without requiring completely different device designs
2Reliability
If a support strap system with multiple hook and loop components is used, then secure attachment and stability are improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The support strap system uses hook and loop components that allow the user to independently adjust and secure the straps to their own body without requiring assistance from a therapist or another person. The reversible nature of the hook and loop connection enables easy self-adjustment of tightness and positioning
Solution Approach 2:
The support straps are designed to be adjustable and reconfigurable, allowing the user to dynamically modify the attachment points and tension levels based on their comfort and therapeutic needs. The reversible hook and loop connection enables easy repositioning and adjustment during use
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides effective pelvic alignment, shoulder support, and isometric exercise capabilities, enhancing muscle engagement and stability, thereby addressing bodily pain and improving muscle alignment and core strength.
Implementation Method 1
utilizing a compressible foam core for proper muscle engagement and alignment
Implementation Method 2
a support strap with hook and loop components for secure attachment
Data Source
AI summary
A versatile physical therapy system for aiding in pelvic alignment, shoulder support and isometric exercise features a support body, comprising: a support body face, a support body back, a support body front, a support body back, a support body left side, and a support body right side, a left notch, and a right notch. The support body front may feature a first hook and loop component; and the support body back may feature a second hook and loop component. The system may feature a support strap having means to secure the support strap to the support body when in place on a user. The support strap holds the support body in place when the user compresses the support body and permits the user to engage in outward isometric exercise while holding the support body in place.