GB2377651A - Exercise device for legs and feet - Google Patents
Exercise device for legs and feet Download PDFInfo
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- GB2377651A GB2377651A GB0117366A GB0117366A GB2377651A GB 2377651 A GB2377651 A GB 2377651A GB 0117366 A GB0117366 A GB 0117366A GB 0117366 A GB0117366 A GB 0117366A GB 2377651 A GB2377651 A GB 2377651A
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- feet
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- 210000003423 ankle Anatomy 0.000 claims abstract description 6
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- 239000005060 rubber Substances 0.000 claims description 3
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- 206010051055 Deep vein thrombosis Diseases 0.000 abstract description 2
- 206010047249 Venous thrombosis Diseases 0.000 abstract description 2
- 230000017531 blood circulation Effects 0.000 abstract description 2
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Classifications
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
- A63B22/00—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for conditioning the cardio-vascular system, for training agility or co-ordination of movements
- A63B22/16—Platforms for rocking motion about a horizontal axis, e.g. axis through the middle of the platform; Balancing drums; Balancing boards or the like
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
- A63B23/00—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body
- A63B23/035—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for limbs, i.e. upper or lower limbs, e.g. simultaneously
- A63B23/04—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for limbs, i.e. upper or lower limbs, e.g. simultaneously for lower limbs
- A63B23/08—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for limbs, i.e. upper or lower limbs, e.g. simultaneously for lower limbs for ankle joints
- A63B23/085—Exercising apparatus specially adapted for particular parts of the body for limbs, i.e. upper or lower limbs, e.g. simultaneously for lower limbs for ankle joints by rotational movement of the joint in a plane substantially parallel to the body-symmetrical-plane
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B60—VEHICLES IN GENERAL
- B60N—SEATS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR VEHICLES; VEHICLE PASSENGER ACCOMMODATION NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
- B60N3/00—Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for
- B60N3/06—Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of footrests
- B60N3/063—Arrangements or adaptations of other passenger fittings, not otherwise provided for of footrests with adjustment systems
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B64—AIRCRAFT; AVIATION; COSMONAUTICS
- B64D—EQUIPMENT FOR FITTING IN OR TO AIRCRAFT; FLIGHT SUITS; PARACHUTES; ARRANGEMENT OR MOUNTING OF POWER PLANTS OR PROPULSION TRANSMISSIONS IN AIRCRAFT
- B64D11/00—Passenger or crew accommodation; Flight-deck installations not otherwise provided for
- B64D11/06—Arrangements of seats, or adaptations or details specially adapted for aircraft seats
- B64D11/0607—Arrangements of seats, or adaptations or details specially adapted for aircraft seats with devices specially adapted for exercising during travel; with devices specially adapted to prevent thrombosis
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
- A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
- A61H2209/00—Devices for avoiding blood stagnation, e.g. Deep Vein Thrombosis [DVT] devices
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- General Health & Medical Sciences (AREA)
- Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
- Orthopedic Medicine & Surgery (AREA)
- Vascular Medicine (AREA)
- Physical Education & Sports Medicine (AREA)
- Aviation & Aerospace Engineering (AREA)
- Cardiology (AREA)
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Abstract
An exercise device for feet and legs comprises a frame which may replace the foot rest under a seat in a vehicle. The frame pivots at a point under the seat to allow the foot rest to be pressed down, resistance being provided by springs or hydraulic devices, which return the foot rest to its rest position. The foot rest may also pivot on the frame, allowing the user to rotate the ankle. The exercise is intended to stimulate blood flow in the lower limbs while seated: in particular the device may be used to reduce the likelihood of Deep Vein Thrombosis on aircraft.
Description
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Description
E-Combat The invention is an in flight leg, ankle & feet (lower body) workout.
The workout would help reduce the risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis (Economy Class Syndrome) on long haul flights.
This would be achieved by replacing or adapting the aircraft under seat footrests enabling the passenger to perform two low resistance type exercises that would work the legs, ankles & feet during flight thus stimulating blood circulation in the lower body while seated.
Preferably the system is made of plastics, rubber and metal materials or similar materials dependant of"Airline safety Guidelines"governing all on board materials.
FIGURE. 1 & laShow the introduction of a rubber or plastic footpad on the footrest.
FIGURE. 2Show the addition of a spring or hydraulic powered base pivot point for the footrest.
As shown in Figure 7 la the addition of the spring or hydraulic powered pivoting footpad (4) allows for rotary (R) movement of the pad exercising ankles & feet.
Figure 2 shows the addition of a base pivot point (PT) enables vertical (V) movement of the foot rest (5) exercising the legs.
The spring or hydraulic powered low resistance pivot points (P & PT) must be set at a given force allowing variable number of repetitions in both Figure's 1 & 2 enabling the most active or inactive of passengers to comfortably achieve a sufficient workout at their own pace.
The passenger seat may have to be in the upright position to support back and shoulders whilst exercising.
The above exercises in addition to the existing self-motivated shoulder/arm lifting & neck rolling exercises would give the passenger a comprehensive body workout from their seat.
Claims (7)
- CLAIMS : 1. An in flight exercise system achieved by replacing or adapting the aircraft under seat footrest.
- 2. A system as claimed in claim 1 where the introduction of a low resistance pivoting foot pad & pivoting foot rest point enable the passenger to work legs, feet & ankles from a seated position during Flight.
- 3. A system as claimed in claim 1 & 2 where pivot point resistance is achieved by a spring or hydraulic type mechanism.
- 4. A system as claimed in claim 3 Where the low resistance pivot points allow the user to move their legs vertically by pushing down on the rest and enables rotary movement of the pad for an ankle and foot movement.
- 5. A system as claimed in any preceding claim with a resistance enough to allow the footrest and footpad to return to their original positions for further repetitions.
- 6. A system as claimed in any proceeding claim which is made from metals, plastics or rubber material or from a combination of these materials.
- 7. A system substantially as herein described and illustrated in the accompanying drawing.
Priority Applications (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB0117366A GB2377651A (en) | 2001-07-17 | 2001-07-17 | Exercise device for legs and feet |
Applications Claiming Priority (1)
| Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
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| GB0117366A GB2377651A (en) | 2001-07-17 | 2001-07-17 | Exercise device for legs and feet |
Publications (2)
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| GB0117366D0 GB0117366D0 (en) | 2001-09-05 |
| GB2377651A true GB2377651A (en) | 2003-01-22 |
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| Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
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| GB0117366A Withdrawn GB2377651A (en) | 2001-07-17 | 2001-07-17 | Exercise device for legs and feet |
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Cited By (5)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GB2380688A (en) * | 2001-08-02 | 2003-04-16 | Amanda Jane Wells | An exercise device for feet and legs |
| GB2402630A (en) * | 2003-06-11 | 2004-12-15 | William Francis Griffin | Exercise apparatus for feet and legs |
| GB2404346A (en) * | 2003-07-25 | 2005-02-02 | J J Orthopaedic Developments L | Exercise device for feet and legs |
| AU2009233637B2 (en) * | 2008-11-28 | 2015-04-02 | Nathan Jay Port | A footrest |
| GB2582417A (en) * | 2019-01-15 | 2020-09-23 | Collinge Richard | A foot support |
Citations (4)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE2707604A1 (en) * | 1977-02-22 | 1978-08-24 | Paul Weege | Foot support for bus or train passenger - has pivoted plate supported by sprung telescopic legs to allow exercise |
| WO1997003726A1 (en) * | 1995-07-14 | 1997-02-06 | Christer Busch | Apparatus and method for stimulation of venous return |
| DE29718436U1 (en) * | 1997-05-17 | 1997-12-04 | Beyer, Gerhard, 35102 Lohra | Footrests with rocker function etc. |
| WO2000033918A1 (en) * | 1998-12-04 | 2000-06-15 | Stepit System Ab | Orthopaedic pedal |
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Patent Citations (4)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE2707604A1 (en) * | 1977-02-22 | 1978-08-24 | Paul Weege | Foot support for bus or train passenger - has pivoted plate supported by sprung telescopic legs to allow exercise |
| WO1997003726A1 (en) * | 1995-07-14 | 1997-02-06 | Christer Busch | Apparatus and method for stimulation of venous return |
| DE29718436U1 (en) * | 1997-05-17 | 1997-12-04 | Beyer, Gerhard, 35102 Lohra | Footrests with rocker function etc. |
| WO2000033918A1 (en) * | 1998-12-04 | 2000-06-15 | Stepit System Ab | Orthopaedic pedal |
Cited By (6)
| Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GB2380688A (en) * | 2001-08-02 | 2003-04-16 | Amanda Jane Wells | An exercise device for feet and legs |
| GB2402630A (en) * | 2003-06-11 | 2004-12-15 | William Francis Griffin | Exercise apparatus for feet and legs |
| GB2404346A (en) * | 2003-07-25 | 2005-02-02 | J J Orthopaedic Developments L | Exercise device for feet and legs |
| AU2009233637B2 (en) * | 2008-11-28 | 2015-04-02 | Nathan Jay Port | A footrest |
| GB2582417A (en) * | 2019-01-15 | 2020-09-23 | Collinge Richard | A foot support |
| GB2582417B (en) * | 2019-01-15 | 2021-06-23 | Collinge Richard | A foot support |
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| GB0117366D0 (en) | 2001-09-05 |
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Legal Events
| Date | Code | Title | Description |
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| WAP | Application withdrawn, taken to be withdrawn or refused ** after publication under section 16(1) |