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Pediatric table-chair
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-04-18
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Granted: 1982-12-07
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Expires: 2000-04-18
Abstract
Abstract A pediatric table-chair which allows for multiple positioning of a body support platform when in its functional position or for folding when not in use. The table has a body support platform which has an upper end pivotally connected to two rigid supporting members and has the lower end pivotally connected to a telescopically variable support. The other ends of the two rigid supporting members and the telescopically variable support are pivotally connected to a center support of a sectional base. The base is supported by wheels which allow mobility of the device. Also pivotally attached to the base is a folding handle. There are two horizontal braces, one end of each which is pivotally connected to the folding handle, the other end of each which is pivotally connected to a respective rigid supporting member. The brace also provides a support for a rear utility tray when the device is in the functional position. A detachable head rest, foot rest and front utility tray can be added to the body support platform as needed. A strap, which secures the torso to the platform and another strap which secures each leg to the body support platform may also be added as needed. Additional straps may be added for additional handicaps, i.e. head strap for child with no head control, etc.
Inventors
- 👤 William L. McDaniel
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 23:56
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61G; A61G5/00; A61G5/08; A47; A47K; A47K3/00; A47K3/12; A47K3/125; A47K3/127; A61G5/006; A61G5/0808; A61G5/085; A61G5/0891; A61G5/10; A61G5/14; A61G2200/00; A61G2200/10; A61G2200/14
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
184 words
A pediatric table-chair comprised of: a base; at least one rigid support member each said rigid support member with a lower end connected to said base; a body support platform including an upper portion and a bottom portion, said body support platform pivotally connected to said body support platform pivotally connected to said rigid support member to move said body support platform between a horizontal position and a substantially vertical position; an adjustable support means, the lower end of said support means connected to said base, said support means for supporting said body platform in various positions; a utility tray connected to said rigid support member; removable headrest support means connected to said body support platform, said headrest support means removable to provide functional access to said utility tray when a patient is supported facing said body support platform while the patient's head and hands are free to use said utility tray; support means connected to said body support platform, said support means for preventing downward movement of the trunk of the user when said body support platform is in a downwardly sloping position.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
184 words
A pediatric table-chair comprised of: a base; at least one rigid support member each said rigid support member with a lower end connected to said base; a body support platform including an upper portion and a bottom portion, said body support platform pivotally connected to said body support platform pivotally connected to said rigid support member to move said body support platform between a horizontal position and a substantially vertical position; an adjustable support means, the lower end of said support means connected to said base, said support means for supporting said body platform in various positions; a utility tray connected to said rigid support member; removable headrest support means connected to said body support platform, said headrest support means removable to provide functional access to said utility tray when a patient is supported facing said body support platform while the patient's head and hands are free to use said utility tray; support means connected to said body support platform, said support means for preventing downward movement of the trunk of the user when said body support platform is in a downwardly sloping position.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
The pediatric table-chair as described in claim 1, including: a front utility tray assembly connected to said body support platform.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
16 words
The pediatric table-chair as set forth in claim 2 including: caster wheels connected to said base.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The pediatric table-chair as set forth in claim 3 including: a handle means connected to said base for pushing or pulling said pediatric table-chair.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
The pediatric table-chair as set forth in claim 1 wherein: said support means includes a footrest and at least one strap to secure the torso to said body support platform.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
200 words
A pediatric table-chair comprised of: a base; at least one rigid support member each said rigid support member with a lower end connected to said base; a body support platform including an upper portion and a bottom portion, said rigid body support platform pivotally connected to said support member to move said body support platform between a horizontal position and a substantially vertical position; each said rigid support member including connecting means for collapsing each said rigid support member and said body support platform onto said base; an adjustable support means, the lower end of said support means connected to said base, said support means for supporting said body platform in various positions; a utility tray connected to said rigid support member; removable headrest support means connected to said body support platform, said headrest support means removable for use of said body support platform to support the front of the trunk of a patient while the patient's head and hands are free to use said utility tray; and support means connected to said body support platform, said support means for preventing downward movement of the trunk of the user when said body support platform is in a downwardly sloping position.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
200 words
A pediatric table-chair comprised of: a base; at least one rigid support member each said rigid support member with a lower end connected to said base; a body support platform including an upper portion and a bottom portion, said rigid body support platform pivotally connected to said support member to move said body support platform between a horizontal position and a substantially vertical position; each said rigid support member including connecting means for collapsing each said rigid support member and said body support platform onto said base; an adjustable support means, the lower end of said support means connected to said base, said support means for supporting said body platform in various positions; a utility tray connected to said rigid support member; removable headrest support means connected to said body support platform, said headrest support means removable for use of said body support platform to support the front of the trunk of a patient while the patient's head and hands are free to use said utility tray; and support means connected to said body support platform, said support means for preventing downward movement of the trunk of the user when said body support platform is in a downwardly sloping position.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
42 words
The pediatric table-chair as set forth in claim 6 wherein; said connecting means includes a bracket connected to said base and having a pin therethrough; said pin disposed through said rigid support member to allow pivotal movement of said rigid support member.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
214 words
A pediatric table-chair comprised of: a base; at least one rigid support member each said rigid support member with a lower end connected to said base; a body support platform including an upper portion and a bottom portion, said support platform pivotally connected to said rigid support member to move said body support platform between a horizontal position and a substantially vertical position; an adjustable support means, the lower end of said support means connected to said base, said support means for supporting said body platform in various positions; a utility tray connected to said rigid support member; removable headrest support means connected to said body support platform, said headrest support means removable for use of said body support platform to support the front of the trunk of a patient while the patient's head and hands are free to use said utility tray; support means connected to said body support platform, said support means for preventing downward movement of the trunk of the user when said body support platform is in a downwardly sloping position; a front utility tray assembly connected to said body support platform; caster wheels connected to said base; and a handle means connected to said base for pushing or pulling said pediatric table-chair; said handle means collapsible onto said base.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
214 words
A pediatric table-chair comprised of: a base; at least one rigid support member each said rigid support member with a lower end connected to said base; a body support platform including an upper portion and a bottom portion, said support platform pivotally connected to said rigid support member to move said body support platform between a horizontal position and a substantially vertical position; an adjustable support means, the lower end of said support means connected to said base, said support means for supporting said body platform in various positions; a utility tray connected to said rigid support member; removable headrest support means connected to said body support platform, said headrest support means removable for use of said body support platform to support the front of the trunk of a patient while the patient's head and hands are free to use said utility tray; support means connected to said body support platform, said support means for preventing downward movement of the trunk of the user when said body support platform is in a downwardly sloping position; a front utility tray assembly connected to said body support platform; caster wheels connected to said base; and a handle means connected to said base for pushing or pulling said pediatric table-chair; said handle means collapsible onto said base.
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