Ambulatory aid device

Details Ambulatory aid device Ambulatory aid device

1998-04-23

2000-10-31

Apley, Richard J.

Exercise devices

Involving user translation or physical simulation thereof

Occupant suspended from above for foot travel

482 66, A63B 2200

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061394750

ABSTRACT:
An ambulatory aid device allowing self ambulation for impaired persons having reduced weight bearing capabilities. A wheeled framework provides overhead support by cables that are pulleyed and terminate on a locking winch. A harness comprising a torso harness and leg bindings for both legs is provided to which the cables are readily hooked and unhooked. An impaired person is lifted from a seated or reclining position by suiting him in the harness, attaching the cables and cranking the winch until he is in a substantially upright position with his feet on the ground, his body weight being at least partially supported by the harness and cable arrangement.

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