Chairs and seats – Movable back – Tiltable
Patent
1994-05-19
1999-02-02
Cranmer, Laurie K.
Chairs and seats
Movable back
Tiltable
297380, 297DIG4, B60M 202
Patent
active
058655042
ABSTRACT:
A reclining backrest system for a person in a wheelchair having a wheelchair frame which includes a pair of substantially vertical members, comprising a backrest, brace members and a cushion. The backrest is substantially rigid and has longitudinal and lateral edges. The lateral edges include a lower edge. The brace members have a certain amount of flexibility and are affixed to the lower edges of the backrest the to the pair of vertical frame members. The cushion is supported against the front portion of the backrest, and provides a substantially vertical, cushioned, backrest. The cushion comprises a plurality of longitudinally extending pockets, each pocket have at least one opening, disposed against the front portion of the backrest, and a plurality of removable pads adapted for insertion within the pockets, and for providing individual cushioned back surfaces.
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Cranmer Laurie K.
Roen Stephen A.
Skil-Care Corp.
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