US4000736A
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Posture device
Assignee: Lawrence Peska Associates Inc
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Filing: 1975-09-26
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Granted: 1977-01-04
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Expires: 1995-09-26
Abstract
Abstract A device that is adapted to be placed on the backside of the legs and contact the thighs and calves and be strapped thereto thereby keeping the legs in a bent position and aiding in back posture.
Inventors
- 👤 Frank Bruscemi
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 20:20
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47C; A47C20/00; A47C20/02; A47C20/021; A61; A61G; A61G7/00; A61G7/05; A61G7/065; A61G7/075; A61G7/0755
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
125 words
A posture improvement device adapted to contact the leg adjacent the thighs and calves of an individual's body, comprising a substantially rigid U shaped member having at least two converging substantially planar surfaces adapted to contact said leg, said member defining an angle of less than about 90° therebetween, at least one strap member integral with each of said planar surfaces of U shaped member and communicating by both distal ends therewith, said strap adapted to contact said leg and firmly engage the same to contact with said surface, at least one surface of said member including cushioning means, said U shaped member comprised of a single sheet forming a pair of substantially planar members having an arcuate shape therebetween thereby forming said U shape.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
125 words
A posture improvement device adapted to contact the leg adjacent the thighs and calves of an individual's body, comprising a substantially rigid U shaped member having at least two converging substantially planar surfaces adapted to contact said leg, said member defining an angle of less than about 90° therebetween, at least one strap member integral with each of said planar surfaces of U shaped member and communicating by both distal ends therewith, said strap adapted to contact said leg and firmly engage the same to contact with said surface, at least one surface of said member including cushioning means, said U shaped member comprised of a single sheet forming a pair of substantially planar members having an arcuate shape therebetween thereby forming said U shape.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The device as defined in claim 1 further including at least a pair of flanges laterally disposed on said member, said flanges in contact with said straps.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The device as defined in claim 2 where said flanges define apertures adapted to receive said straps.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
22 words
The device as defined in claim 2 wherein there are a pair of flanges disposed on each parallel side of said member.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
13 words
The device as defined in claim 1 where said strap means are resilient.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
The device as defined in claim 1 wherein said strap means include closure means for securing said strap means in contact with said leg whereby said leg is held in place against said member.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
25 words
The device as defined in claim 3 wherein one distal end of said strap means include spring loaded locking means adapted to engage said apertures.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-01-04 | 1980-07-05 | 1981-01-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-01-04 | 1984-07-05 | 1985-01-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-01-04 | 1988-07-05 | 1989-01-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |