Folding commode and shower wheelchair
US6623022B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 31, 2001 |
| Grant date | Sep 23, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 31, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G5/128
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The foldable frame of the wheelchair has an opening at the lower rear part thereof for receiving a commode or a tray which supports a removable pail. The seat has front and side cutouts to provide under seat access dual density supporting foam. The seat also has laterally projecting wings at the front thereof to facilitate lateral transfer of a patient. The armrests at each side of the wheelchair pivot upwardly and rearwardly of the chair. Locking members are provided for locking each arm support in its lowered position; and a release lever can be pushed to unlock each arm support. A pair of footrest supports are each contoured so as not to have any sharp edges and are provided with non-slip surfaces and a drain hole. Each footrest support is pivoted to a split block which is slidable vertically along an arm. The block can be tightened and loosened by a lever. A heel and ankle support is pivotally mounted at the front of the chair and is movable from a depending stored position to a generally horizontal position where it is retained for supporting the heel of a user. The pushrims are provided with a non-slip surface and the diameter thereof is increased to provide a better grip. Or…
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