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Automated multi-functional support apparatus

US8028359B2 · kind B2 · utility

17Cited by

10References

5Claims

0Family size

Assignee

Raye's, Inc. · US

Inventors

Troy D. Parson · Ellis, US
John L. Fitzsimmons · Albert, US
Don Peach · Elbert, US
Eric BOSS · Ellis, US

Key dates

Filing date	Dec 22, 2009
Grant date	Oct 4, 2011
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Dec 22, 2029

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61G2200/16
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A support apparatus (10) for use in supporting a person, particularly a bariatric patient. The apparatus (10) is selectively convertible between a seat configuration for supporting the person in a substantially seated position and a table configuration for supporting the person in a substantially prostrate position. The apparatus (10) is both vertically and angularly adjustable in either configuration. The apparatus (10) includes enhanced lateral support provided by telescoping support cylinders (74,76), and substantially automatically retracting foot support portions (50).

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