US3915159A
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Exercise and massaging apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1974-09-23
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Granted: 1975-10-28
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Expires: 1994-09-23
Abstract
Abstract An exercise and massaging apparatus comprises a support structure for accommodating a person and operable means, such as pedal means. Massaging means for engaging a body portion of the operator are provided and are caused to undergo reciprocating motion along a generally vertical axis responsive to the operation of the operable means. A typical massaging means includes an adjustable collar having a plurality of roller means.
Inventors
- 👤 Luther G Simjian
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 08:55
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61H; A61H15/00; A61H15/0078; A61H11/00; A61H2201/00; A61H2201/12; A61H2201/1253; A61H2201/1261
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
127 words
An exercise and massaging apparatus for use by a person comprising: a support structure in the form of a stationary bicycle which includes a stationary support, a seat and a handle means elevated from said support structure, and foot pedal means disposed for operation by the person seated on said seat; collar means supported by said support structure and disposed for encircling a body portion of the person sitting on said seat, said collar means including a plurality of massaging elements to engage the encircled portion, and means coupling said foot pedal means to said collar means for causing said collar means and massaging elements to undergo reciprocating motion along a substantially vertical axis relative to said encircled portion responsive to the operation of said pedal means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
127 words
An exercise and massaging apparatus for use by a person comprising: a support structure in the form of a stationary bicycle which includes a stationary support, a seat and a handle means elevated from said support structure, and foot pedal means disposed for operation by the person seated on said seat; collar means supported by said support structure and disposed for encircling a body portion of the person sitting on said seat, said collar means including a plurality of massaging elements to engage the encircled portion, and means coupling said foot pedal means to said collar means for causing said collar means and massaging elements to undergo reciprocating motion along a substantially vertical axis relative to said encircled portion responsive to the operation of said pedal means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
An exercise and massaging apparatus as set forth in claim 1, said massaging elements comprising rollers mounted for rotation about substantially horizontally disposed axes.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
An exercise and massaging apparatus as set forth in claim 1, said collar means being coupled to means disposed for sliding motion along guide means upstanding from said support structure.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
An exercise and massaging apparatus as set forth in claim 3, said means coupling including crank means coupled to said means disposed for sliding motion.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
An exercise and massaging apparatus as set forth in claim 3, said collar means comprising a plurality of interconnected links.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
45 words
An exercise and massaging apparatus as set forth in claim 3, said means coupling including an eccentric cam and a cam follower, the latter being urged against said cam, and said cam follower being coupled for causing said collar means to undergo said reciprocating motion.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-10-27 | 1979-04-28 | 1979-10-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-10-27 | 1983-04-28 | 1983-10-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-10-27 | 1987-04-28 | 1987-10-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |