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Vertical traction harness
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1980-10-27
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Granted: 1983-08-02
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Expires: 2000-10-27
Abstract
Abstract A thoracic belt which comprises two separate sections with adjustable connections at the ends thereof to adjust the belt to many sizes of torsos. Each section of the belt is provided with a flexible supporting member, one near the front of the body and one at the back, and having hooks for supporting the belt and user on any kind of support whereby the user can suspend himself and upon flexing the knees, place an upwardly directed or vertical traction force on the thorax relieving pressure on the lower spinal area.
Inventors
- 👤 John Cobiski
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-10 01:57
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61H; A61H1/00; A61H1/02; A61H1/0218; A61H2201/00; A61H2201/16; A61H2201/1602; A61H2201/1619; A61H2201/1621
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
154 words
A torso encircling belt comprising at least two one piece sections of generally flexible material, said sections being alike, adjustable connecting means at the upper edges and in spaced relation at the lower edges at the ends of the sections for adjustably connecting the sections together in a circle to form the belt in different sizes, said connections being identical, means to suspend the belt including support straps arranged intermediate the ends of the sections, said straps being adapted to be located adjacent the sides of the user, for substantially even suspension, the adjustable connecting means on the sections comprising interengaging separable hook-like fibers whereby the sections can be connected at slight angles to each other to provide variable tapers for the belt to better support differing shapes of torso, and an underarm strap for placement about the body under the armpits, said underarm strap being connected at its ends to the support straps.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
154 words
A torso encircling belt comprising at least two one piece sections of generally flexible material, said sections being alike, adjustable connecting means at the upper edges and in spaced relation at the lower edges at the ends of the sections for adjustably connecting the sections together in a circle to form the belt in different sizes, said connections being identical, means to suspend the belt including support straps arranged intermediate the ends of the sections, said straps being adapted to be located adjacent the sides of the user, for substantially even suspension, the adjustable connecting means on the sections comprising interengaging separable hook-like fibers whereby the sections can be connected at slight angles to each other to provide variable tapers for the belt to better support differing shapes of torso, and an underarm strap for placement about the body under the armpits, said underarm strap being connected at its ends to the support straps.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
The belt of claim 1 including at least two straps on each section, the arms of the user being receivable between the straps so that the user is suspended front and rear adjacent his sides.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The belt of claim 1 wherein the sections comprise a soft inner layer and a strong outer layer.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
The belt of claim 3 including inverted V-shaped straps secured to the layers and providing connections for the support straps.
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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) | 1986-08-01 | 1987-01-31 | 1987-08-02 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-08-01 | 1991-01-31 | 1991-08-02 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-08-01 | 1995-01-31 | 1995-08-02 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |