Device for relieving leg cramps

Details Device for relieving leg cramps Device for relieving leg cramps

1998-11-16

2000-02-22

Apley, Richard J.

Exercise devices

User manipulated force resisting apparatus, component...

Utilizing force resistance generated by user only

482140, 482907, 482 91, A63B 21002

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060274344

ABSTRACT:
A device for relieving leg cramps, which is comprised of a shaft, a handle at a proximal end of the shaft, and a stirrup attaching to a distal end of the shaft. The device is comprised of rigid, lightweight, plastic tubing and is detachable and portable for the safety, comfort and convenience of the user. While lying in a supine position, e.g. in bed, a user experiencing a leg cramp (or charley horse) extends the affected leg, places the stirrup of the device over the toes so that the cushion covering the transverse bar bears against the sole of the foot. The user then pulls the handle proximally to pull the foot upwards and hyper-extend the cramped muscles until the cramp is relieved. Assistance of another person is rendered unnecessary.

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