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7591795 System, method and apparatus for applying air pressure on a portion of the body of an individual  
A system is provided by applying pressure to a portion of a body of an individual in a chamber having an aperture along a vertical axis for receiving the portion of the body of the individual. A...
7556593 Inferior limb muscle force training apparatus  
An inferior limb muscle force training apparatus is provided with a supporting strut standing vertically, a seat body provided so as to be capable of ascending/descending along the supporting...
7537573 Active muscle assistance and resistance device and method  
A method for controlling movement using an active powered device including an actuator, joint position sensor, muscle stress sensor, and control system. The device provides primarily muscle support...
7422549 Bed-bicycle and method of use  
An easily-assembled bicycle for use by bed-ridden persons is provided. In an embodiment, the present invention is capable of being used in conjunction with both adjustable and non-adjustable beds...
7413553 Exercising apparatus  
An exercising apparatus includes a base, two supporting brackets, a driving assembly, a pedal assembly and a case. The supporting brackets are mounted on the base. The driving assembly includes a...
7390309 Human assist system using gravity compensation control system and method using multiple feasibility parameters  
A method for obtaining an assist torque to be applied to a human joint, in a human assist system in order to reduce the load on muscles, according to the present invention comprises the step of...
7341565 Passive motion machine providing controlled body motions for exercise and therapeutic purposes  
A passive motion exercise and/or treatment apparatus is provided which includes a main support assembly for supporting at least the head and torso of a user. The main assembly includes three...
7235039 Full body stretching assist device  
A full body stretching assist device includes a base, a central support shaft mounted on the base, left and right arm support stretching sections extending outwards therefrom, and left and right...
7217247 Gravity compensation method in a human assist system and a human assist system with gravity compensation control  
A method for obtaining an assist torque to be applied to a human joint, in a human assist system for applying an assist torque to the human joint to reduce load of muscles, and the human assist...
7179237 Device for preventing or relieving pain in the lower back  
A device for preventing or relieving pain in the lower back of a human subject includes a body-engaging element configured for engaging a region of the subject's body inferior to the lumbar...
7179236 System for exercising the lower extremities in seated persons  
A system is provided for persons who must remain seated for extended periods of time, such as persons working in offices and the like. The system includes one or two support surfaces for the feet...
7137959 Paraplegic rehabilitation apparatus  
Walking motion apparatus and methods for use thereof are provided for enabling paraplegic, quadriplegic, brain injured and various other handicapped patients to implement a natural walking motion...
7125388 Robotic gait rehabilitation by optimal motion of the hip  
A method and a robotic device for locomotion training. The method involves shifting a subject's pelvis without directly contacting the subject's leg, thereby causing the subject's legs to move...
7083601 Automatic fluid control system for use in open and laparoscopic laser surgery and electrosurgery and method therefor  
A manual and automatic fluid control system and method for use in open and laparoscopic laser surgery and electrosurgery is disclosed. The system includes a manual mode along with several automatic...
7066897 Pad assembly for use with swinging exerciser  
A pad assembly includes an air-filled base having an air-filled first bladder and an air-filled second bladder connected to a top of the base. A first liquid-filled part is rested in a recessed...
7066896 Interactive apparatus and method for developing ability in the neuromuscular system  
Apparatus and method for developing ability in the neuromuscular system of a user coupled, at coupling sites adjacent selected musculature, to anthropomorphic members of the apparatus by moving the...
7041069 Powered gait orthosis and method of utilizing same  
A powered gait orthosis is provided for exercising the legs of a patient, and includes a treadmill for acting on the feet of the patient and a pair of gait simulation assemblies disposed adjacent...
6984197 Exercise apparatus  
An exercise apparatus for applying desired stretch exercises while a user is sitting down on a chair or laying on his back. The exercise apparatus includes a portable frame, a leg supporting bag...
6932778 Muscular relaxation machine for relaxation of leg muscles  
A pair of supports for the legs of the user. The supports being movable so that they approach and move away from each other, and the supports being associated with a driving device. The supports...
6770040 Rehabilitation device for persons with paresis of lower limbs enabling them to walk  
Rehabilitation device for persons with paresis of lower limbs enabling them to walk, comprising rocking elements having at their lower part foot elements with platforms for user's feet, said...
6685658 Device and method for a locomotion therapy  
The invention relates to an apparatus which actively moves the legs of a disabled person in a movement pattern that is similar to physiological walking. The inclination of the standing table can be...
6635034 Multifunctional handpiece for use in open and laparoscopic laser surgery and electrosurgery  
A manual and automatic fluid control system and method for use in open and laparoscopic laser surgery and electrosurgery is disclosed. The system includes a manual mode along with several automatic...
6593710 Moving apparatus with two connected movable actuating elements for a pair of person extremities  
It is an object of the invention to provide a movement device, which makes possible an improved conclusion concerning the cooperation of a person with impaired mobility during training. In a first...
6572568 Circularly rotating exerciser  
Both feet independently supported and circularly rotating exerciser including a base seat, a driving motor, a pair of driven wheels, a transmission member, a pair of linking members and a pair of...
6491650 Leg exercising equipment  
A leg exercising equipment is disclosed. It mainly comprises a base, a driving system, and a lower leg supporting frame for exercising the legs and lower body of a user. The driving system includes...
6387065 Remote controllable medical pumping apparatus  
A remote controllable medical pumping apparatus for controlling from a local site the application of compressive pressures to a part of the human body located at a remote site includes means...
6179752 Linkage device for a stepping and swinging exerciser  
A linkage device for a stepping and swinging exerciser, the stepping and swinging exerciser including a base, a transversely disposed handle, a stepper, and a swinging linkage device. The swinging...
6086550 Apparatus for imparting a rocking motion to the legs and torso of a user  
An apparatus for imparting a rocking motion to the legs and torso of a user includes a base, a leg rest removably mounted on the base to support the legs of the user, and a drive system positioned...
6056706 Foot suspended exercise rocking machine  
A rocking machine has an outer casing, an upper seat, a motor, a hollow connector, a drive member, a right rocking member, and a left rocking member. The motor which is disposed in the outer casing...
6019740 Actuator driven stretching and exercise device  
The present invention is directed to a complete body strengthening and stretching apparatus which relies on passive motion provided by a drive mechanism to direct the movement of the back, legs,...
5827154 Concentric/eccentric exercise apparatus  
An apparatus for improving fitness and muscle rehabilitation which includes a horizontal base having an upwardly extending structure secured thereto. A seat is provided at the lower end so that a...
5795269 Gait therapy aid  
Gait therapy aid or trainer controls the movement of the feet of the user to travel in substantially a straight line, coordinates the walking movement of the user with that of the aid so that...
5785667 Gymnastic implement  
An improved gymnastic implement, particularly usable for physical reeducation, including a platform having, in a downward region, first supporting elements and second flexible rocking elements and,...
5772612 Stretching method for preventing or relieving lower back pain  
A therapeutic method, for simultaneously stretching and lifting a user's lower back while the user is lying on his back on the ground, thereby relieving and preventing lower back pain. The device...
5728048 Back conditioning apparatus  
A lower-back therapy apparatus that alternately stretches and strengthens lower-back, leg, and abdominal muscles, the apparatus is constructed with a platform unit having a flat cushioned platform...
5616110 Device for muscular elongation, flexion and physiotherapy  
The present device, which includes four accessories, incorporates in one machine that which is required for the elongation of muscles in all parts of the body, namely: the static, the dynamic, and...
5588841 Apparatus and method for the teaching of standing balance  
A method and an apparatus for the practice of standing balance. A lower-leg support holds the subject vertical from the knees down, and allows the user to attempt maintaining upright stance as...
5551950 Rehabilitation method  
Rehabilitation method of a patient by constraining part of an impaired limb of a patient to part of a corresponding unimpaired limb of the same patient. This is done to cause the impaired and...
5480375 Pain relieving adjustable leg support  
An apparatus to relieve back and leg pain comprising a housing with fasteners for mounting the housing to a ceiling. A pair of cable lines extend downwardly from the housing, while a foot support...
5460596 Method and apparatus for stretching tight muscles  
Method and apparatus are provided for stretching tight muscles. The apparatus includes a base; a leg carriage pivotally mounted at one end to the base and adapted to receive and hold at least one...
5437587 Linear tracking isokinetic exerciser and method  
A recumbent bilateral reciprocal isokinetic leg exerciser wherein first and second reciprocating members are slidingly coupled to a linear track so that they move with linear bilateral reciprocal...
5399139 Foot rest with walking movement  
A device and method for activating the circulation of the lymphatic system in the legs of a user (100), is described. The device includes a T-shaped support 12 having a main shaft 14 with a cross...
5374230 Muscle stretching apparatus  
Muscle stretching apparatus characterized in that it comprises a support structure (3) mounted so as to pivot on a frame (1) by means of a pin (2), this support (3) being provided with means (5 1 ,...
5362288 Device for assisting running, walking or jumping  
A device for assisting a runner, walker, or jumper comprising an elongated biasing means such as a flexible pole, torsional spring, or coil spring, etc., having a handle at its top end and a shoe...
5343856 Complete body passive exercise machine  
The present device discloses a complete body passive exercise machine. A motor drives a crank shaft which rotates two foot plates about a given point. These foot plates are attached to limited...
5335649 Stretching device  
A proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation exercise device including a drive motor, gear mechanism connected with the drive motor, a control connected with the motor for operating the motor in...
5330397 Linear tracking isokinetic exerciser  
A recumbent bilateral reciprocal isokinetic leg exerciser wherein first and second reciprocating members are slidingly coupled to a linear track so that they move with linear bilateral reciprocal...
5300090 Exercise machine  
A multiple movement exercising machine is powered by an electric drive motor which is used to effect movement of various exercising components. The drive motor drives a shaft on which a plurality...
5295928 Bi-directional stair/treadmill/reciprocating-pedal exerciser  
This invention is an improvement in stair exercising equipment which recognizes the importance of training muscle groups, tendons, and ligaments for walking downhill on steps or on an incline....
5292294 Rotational belt exercise apparatus  
An exercise apparatus including a tensioned closed looped belt driven by a manually operated force-transmitting member which grips the belt between a cylinder and a support rod in one direction of...
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