Motorized system and method for aiding physically-impaired persons in moving between different positions
US5522322A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 5, 1994 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2200/36
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method for aiding physically-impaired persons in moving between different positions employs a longitudinally-extending elongate track, an upper body support assembly movably mounted on the track, and a motor for driving the support assembly along the track. The support assembly, which preferably comprises a handgrip extending transversely from the track, can be placed adjacent a toilet, chair, bathtub or bed to aid a disabled person in rising or seating himself. Preferably, the support assembly is selectively detachable from the track and transferable matingly to another such track or tracks located elsewhere for similar purposes, or to a similar but longer track located alongside a stairway or level surface such as a hallway.
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