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Expandable ambulatory walking device and method of use

US7316449B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 21, 2006
Grant dateJan 8, 2008
Priority date
Expiry dateFeb 26, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61H2201/1633
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An expandable ambulatory walking device and method of use are disclosed. In one form, an ambulatory walking device includes an elongated member having a first end and a second end and a rubber contact material coupled to the first end. The device further includes an expandable handle coupled a second end of the elongated member and operable to be provided in a collapsed state providing a handle. The expandable handle is also operable to be provided in an expanded state to provide a seat for the user.

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