Baths – closets – sinks – and spittoons – Seat – Superposed
Patent
1987-10-09
1990-01-09
Artis, Henry K.
Baths, closets, sinks, and spittoons
Seat
Superposed
4244, 4456, 4661, 5431, 5436, 281181, 281201, 28847, A61F 534, A61F 1300, A61G 900
Patent
active
048918474
ABSTRACT:
A device for reducing the risk of human incontininence while moving between a first standing position and a second seated position having an annular cushion structurally adapted for the posterior portion of a human while either in the first standing position or the second seated position. The device includes a ring-like member defining an opening therein to accommodate the seat of a commode and has straps for securing the cushion to the posterior of a human during movement between the second and first positions. A method of using the device is also disclosed which utilizes wrapping straps around the annular cushion and holding the cusion in firm contact with the posterior of the person by holding together opposite ends of each strap while in the first position and maintaining the firm contact when the person moves to the second position.
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Photograph of "Donut", inflatable cushion commercially available.
Baker Glenn R.
French Janet B. G.
Artis Henry K.
Kananen Ronald P.
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