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Postureometer
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1982-08-25
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Granted: 1984-01-17
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Expires: 2002-08-25
Abstract
Abstract This postureometer instrument is designed to measure, in inches and degrees, posture deviations of the human body. Primarily, it includes a base with a calibrated post, having a multiple number of adjustable pins for contact with the spinal column. It further includes a pair of elevatable yokes on the post, which are calibrated in degrees of angle, and include spaced arms having calibrated and adjustable pins for measuring various posture deviations.
Inventors
- 👤 Sam S. Rotella
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 17:50
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61B; A61B5/00; A61B5/103; A61B5/45; A61B5/4504; A61B5/4538; A61B5/4561; A61B5/70; A61B5/706
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
176 words
A postureometer medical measuring instrument, comprising, in combination, a base member, an upright post mounted upon said base member, said post being cylindrical and hollow and additionally including a linear measurement along its length, an upper and a lower "C" yoke being each affixed by a set screw in selected locations along said calibrated post, a pair of angled arms affixed to each said yoke and extending horizontally therefrom, each said yoke being degree calibrated for rotational adjustment around said post, an outward end of each said arm being linearally calibrated and a first block being adjustably mounted along a length of said outward end of each said arm, a linearally calibrated first pin adjustably supported in said first block, a second block affixed on an end of said first pin and a linearally calibrated second pin adjustably supported in said second block; said first pins of said upper yoke extending horizontally while said second pins thereof extend vertically, and said first pins of said lower yoke extend vertically and said second pins thereof extend horizontally.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
176 words
A postureometer medical measuring instrument, comprising, in combination, a base member, an upright post mounted upon said base member, said post being cylindrical and hollow and additionally including a linear measurement along its length, an upper and a lower "C" yoke being each affixed by a set screw in selected locations along said calibrated post, a pair of angled arms affixed to each said yoke and extending horizontally therefrom, each said yoke being degree calibrated for rotational adjustment around said post, an outward end of each said arm being linearally calibrated and a first block being adjustably mounted along a length of said outward end of each said arm, a linearally calibrated first pin adjustably supported in said first block, a second block affixed on an end of said first pin and a linearally calibrated second pin adjustably supported in said second block; said first pins of said upper yoke extending horizontally while said second pins thereof extend vertically, and said first pins of said lower yoke extend vertically and said second pins thereof extend horizontally.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
The combination as set forth in claim 1, wherein a row of horizontally extending, headed pins along a length of said post are adjustable in protrusion therefrom for measuring a contour of a spinal column.
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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) | 1987-01-16 | 1987-07-18 | 1988-01-17 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-01-16 | 1991-07-18 | 1992-01-17 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-01-16 | 1995-07-18 | 1996-01-17 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |