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Back applicator

Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-09-19
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Granted: 1983-05-03
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Expires: 2000-09-19
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Abstract

Abstract The back applicator is used to apply lotions, creams, oils, and other soothing and medicating substances to the back area where it is difficult to reach. By simply applying your favorite lotion onto the pad, it can be evenly distributed over the body. The applicator pad can be easily removed for cleaning or replacement purposes to provide for maximum cleanliness and health reasons. The applicator is equipped with a free-floating pad which will conform to the back as you slide it gently and smoothly over your skin. The pad is made of resilient absorbant material and is attached to the pad housing by a quick grasp of the Velcro fabric, therefore, making it easy to remove. The pad can be cleaned simply with soap and water. After it becomes worn, new pads can be purchased. The knurled surface of the handle allows the user to secure a good grip.

Inventors

  • 👤 Anita M. Avolio

Bibliographic Details

Application Number —
Jurisdiction US
Data Source google_patents
Last Synchronized 2026-11-03 01:01
CPC Classifications
A; A46; A46B; A46B5/00; A46B5/002; A46B5/0033; A46B5/0045; A46B7/00; A46B7/06; A47; A47K; A47K7/00; A47K7/02; A47K7/028; A61; A61M; A61M35/00; A61M35/003; A61M35/006; A46B2200/00; A46B2200/10; A46B2200/102

Claims Analysis

Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim 137 words
An applicator for applying lotions to portions of the body that are difficult to reach comprising: an elongated handle which is bilaterally symmetrical about one plane, having a proximal portion adapted to be grasped by an operator's hand, and a curved distal portion which extends from the proximal portion and terminates at an applicator end; a pad housing connected to said applicator end of the distal portion of the handle; a fastening means attached to the pad housing; said fastening means comprising one of a first and second element, said first element comprising a series of hooks, said second element comprising a series of loops; said handle comprising two parts which are pivotally connected to fold about an axis which is parallel to said plane and including means for releasably locking the two parts in aligned relationship.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim 137 words
An applicator for applying lotions to portions of the body that are difficult to reach comprising: an elongated handle which is bilaterally symmetrical about one plane, having a proximal portion adapted to be grasped by an operator's hand, and a curved distal portion which extends from the proximal portion and terminates at an applicator end; a pad housing connected to said applicator end of the distal portion of the handle; a fastening means attached to the pad housing; said fastening means comprising one of a first and second element, said first element comprising a series of hooks, said second element comprising a series of loops; said handle comprising two parts which are pivotally connected to fold about an axis which is parallel to said plane and including means for releasably locking the two parts in aligned relationship.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim 43 words
An applicator as claimed in claim 1 wherein the proximal portion extends over approximately one-fifth of the handle's length to form an elongated straight handle portion and wherein the applicator end terminates in general alignment with the longitudinal axis of the proximal portion.

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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) 1986-05-02 1986-11-01 1987-05-03 $2000.00 Window Closed / Lapsed
7.5 Years (Year 8) 1990-05-02 1990-11-01 1991-05-03 $3760.00 Window Closed / Lapsed
11.5 Years (Year 12) 1994-05-02 1994-11-01 1995-05-03 $7700.00 Window Closed / Lapsed

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