SYSTEMS FOR SIMULTANEOUSLY CONTRACTING BODY CORE MUSCLES AND A COMPUTERISED INSTRUCTIONAL UNIT FOR FACILITATING SAME

An exercise apparatus for exercising muscles of a user comprising a main body, an abdominal crunch exercise member pivotally attached to the main body, the abdominal crunch member configured to engage an upper body area of a user, an abdominal contact member attached to the main body, the abdominal contact member configured to engage an abdominal area of user; and an electronic vibration unit capable of causing a portion of the apparatus to vibrate. 1. An exercise apparatus for exercising muscles of a user comprising:a main bodya first element connected to the main body, the first element providing resistance for an front abdominal contact exercise;a second element connected to the main body, the second element providing resistance for an abdominal crunch exercise; anda third element connected to the main body, the third element providing resistance for a lateral pull exercise, whereinthe first, second, and third element are connected to the main body so that the front abdominal contact exercise, the abdominal crunch exercise, and the lateral pull exercise can be performed simultaneously by the user.2. The exercise apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first element's resistance claim 1 , the second element's resistance claim 1 , and the third element's resistance is adjustable.3. The exercise apparatus of claim 1 , wherein at least two of the first element's resistance claim 1 , the second element's resistance claim 1 , and the third element's resistance are adjustable.4. The exercise apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the abdominal crunch exercise is an angular abdominal crunch exercise.5. The exercise apparatus of further comprising a pair of leg supports connected to a bottom portion of the main body.6. The exercise apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the pair of leg supports are pivotally connected to the bottom portion of the main body.7. The exercise apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the pair of leg supports are configured to rest on the user's thighs while ...

Monitoring the posture of a user

Embodiments of the invention are directed to computer-implemented methods, computer systems, and computer program products for monitoring the ergonomics of a user. A non-limiting example method includes capturing a reference image of the user using an image capture device. The method further includes determining a first height of an object of interest of the user using the reference image of the user. The method further includes capturing a subsequent image of the user using the image capture device. The method further includes determining a second height of the object of interest of the user using the subsequent image of the user. Based at least in part on determining that the second height is not within a first tolerance of the first height, causing the issuance of a warning that the user is not within an optimal distance from the image capture device.

Exercise belt

An holistic exercise method for enhancing urine retention in a person having reduced urine retention and exercise belt therefore. The method includes: a) providing an elastic resistance exercise belt of a size sufficient to encircle a users abdominopelvic region; b) removably mounting the belt around the abdominopelvic region of the user; c) expanding the abdominopelvic region outward as far as possible by the user against the resistive force of the belt; and then d) pulling the abdominopelvic region back into the body as far as possible with the resistance belt elastically retained in a snug position against the exterior of the abdominopelvic region; e) repeating a cycle comprising the expanding step c) and the pulling step d) for a sufficient number of cycles per day for a sufficient number of days to enhance the urine retention of the person.

DEVICE FOR EXERCISING THE BODY IN A CONTINUAL AND CONTROLLED MANNER

The present utility model relates to a device for the assisted exercise of the abdominal muscles. The equipment comprises a base structure, a seat for a person, a back for the torso, a fastening device for the arms, an adaptable headrest cushion and a foot rest. This configuration ensures that the physical force is exerted by the abdominal muscles and the arms. The device comprises a central rotation shaft connected to a variable-power electric motor connected to a reducer. 11232425462457189101113. Device for exercising the body in a continuous and controlled manner CHARACTERIZED in that it is composed of a supporting structure () having a base frame and a top frame; an electric motor () mounted on the base frame; a device for energizing and de-energizing () the power supply of the motor (); an eccentric motion transmission device () that is connected to the motor () with the rotation function; a reciprocating motion transmission device () that is connected to the eccentric transmission mechanism (); a movable backrest device () that applies the lifting force to the user; driven by the motor device () , the eccentric motion transmission device () and the reciprocating motion transmission device (); a fixed seating device () , fixed to the supporting structure (); a movable footrest device (); a device for arm support () attached to the stretcher; optionally an abdominal cushion device () of variable height; a movable headrest device (); a human interface device or display device () for monitoring time , cycles and burned calories.2114. Device for exercising the body in a continuous and controlled manner according to claim 1 , CHARACTERIZED in that the supporting structure () is protected perimetrically by panels () of suitable materials to safeguard the user integrity and the continuity in operation of the mechanical system involved.32. Device for exercising the body in a continuous and controlled manner according to claim 1 , CHARACTERIZED in that the motor system ...

PROPRIOCEPTIVE FEEDBACK ASSIST DEVICE AND ASSOCIATED METHOD

A device for facilitating or enhancing proprioceptive feedback during breathing and related exercises includes a user attachment component attachable to a user about the thorax. Two elongate tensile members are connected at proximal ends to the user attachment component at points essentially just below the armpits of a user. These two elongate tensile members are connectable at their distal ends to the feet of the user. Another two tensile members are connected at their proximal ends to a back portion or strap of the harness and at their distal ends to or about the user's hands. 19-. (canceled)10. The method defined in wherein the attaching of said resiliently compressible members to the user includes manipulating a fastening or coupling element taken from the group consisting of shoulder straps and a strap or band extendable about the user's torso.11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. The method defined in wherein the attaching of said resiliently compressible members to the user includes providing at least one elongate band or strap and wrapping said band or strap about a torso of the user.1418-. (canceled)19. A personal exercising method claim 20 , comprising:providing a device including two elongate resiliently compressible members made of polymeric foam material and disposable relative to one another so as to maintain a mutually parallel configuration, the device further including an additional member;disposing said two elongate resiliently compressible members against a user's back, so that said two elongate resiliently compressible members are disposed in parallel to the user's spine and on opposite sides of the spine;positioning said additional member laterally to and in contact with sidewall surfaces of said two elongate resiliently compressible members so that said additional member extends in contact with said two elongate resiliently compressible members at one end thereof; andmoving at least a portion of the user while the user's back is disposed against said ...

DANCE TRAINING DEVICE

A dance training device, including: a training unit; a measuring unit; and a connection rod. The training unit is connected to the measuring unit via the connection rod. The training unit includes a base, an elastic balancing plate, and a self-balancing airbag disposed between the elastic balancing plate and the base. The base includes an upper surface and a balancing trough disposed on the upper surface. The self-balancing airbag is located in the balancing trough. The measuring unit includes a first support frame, a second support frame, a third support frame, self-balancing universal wheel assemblies, and an angle measurement instrument. The second support frame and the third support frame are vertically disposed relative to the ground, and each includes a first end and a second end. Two ends of the first support frame are joined to the first ends of the second support frame and the third support frame, respectively. 1. A dance training device , comprising:a training unit;a measuring unit; anda connection rod;wherein:the training unit is connected to the measuring unit via the connection rod;the training unit comprises a base, an elastic balancing plate, and a self-balancing airbag disposed between the elastic balancing plate and the base;one end of the base is connected to one end of the elastic balancing plate using a rotary joint;the base comprises an upper surface and a balancing trough disposed on the upper surface, and the self-balancing airbag is located in the balancing trough;the measuring unit comprises a first support frame, a second support frame, a third support frame, self-balancing universal wheel assemblies, and an angle measurement instrument;the second support frame and the third support frame are vertically disposed relative to the ground, and each comprises a first end and a second end;two ends of the first support frame are joined to the first ends of the second support frame and the third support frame, respectively, and the self-balancing ...

Exercise assisting tool and method for using exercise assisting tool

An exercise assist tool is used together with an exercise tool used in a supine or seated state, and the exercise assist tool includes a body-axis indicator that allows a user to be conscious of a body axis. The body-axis indicator has a longitudinal direction, and is supported such that the longitudinal direction can be disposed along a craniocaudal axis of the user. The body-axis indicator is a rod member supported so as to be disposed along a craniocaudal axis of the user. The body-axis indicator includes a proximal-side indicator provided in front of a face of the user, and a distal-side indicator provided farther from the user than the proximal-side indicator. The proximal-side indicator is configured to be capable of adjusting a distance from the user.

Exercise Device for the Shoulder

The invention provides an exercise device for a rotator cuff of a shoulder of a user comprising a container housing, wherein the container housing comprises a first container shell, wherein the first container shell comprises a first container shell exterior surface and a first container shell interior surface surrounding a first container shell void, wherein the first container shell interior surface forms a substantially spherical surface; a second container shell, wherein the second container shell comprises a second container shell exterior surface and a second container shell interior surface, wherein the second container shell interior surface surrounds the first container shell exterior surface whereby the first container shell is nested inside the second container shell; and a spherical ball positioned within the first container shell void; wherein when the exercise device is in use, movement and rotation of an arm of a user causes movement and rotation of the container housing and movement and rotation of the ball within the container housing in a direction that follows a circumference of the first container shell interior surface, thereby exercising the rotator cuff of the shoulder of the user. 2. The exercise device of claim 1 , wherein the diameter of the second container shell interior surface is substantially equal to the diameter of the first container shell exterior surface.3. The exercise device of claim 1 , wherein the first container shell comprises two substantially equal halves joined at a first seam claim 1 , wherein the second container shell comprises two substantially equal halves joined at a second seam claim 1 , wherein the first seam and the second seam do not occupy substantially the same plane.4. The exercise device of claim 3 , wherein the substantially equal halves of each of the first container shell and/or the second container shell are joined together by adhesive claim 3 , ultrasonic welding claim 3 , chemical welding claim 3 , ...

ABDOMINAL AND CORE EXERCISER DEVICE

According to various embodiments, there is provided a plank exercise device including a support portion adapted to receive arms or hands of a person and adapted to receive a display device, a destabilizer connected to the support portion, and a stationary base adapted to hold the destabilizer. 1. A device , comprising:a support portion comprising a first portion on a first end of the support portion and a second portion on a second end of the support portion, the first portion being sized to receive at least one elbow and a forearm of a user;a stationary base that is stationary with respect to a support surface when the device is placed on the support surface;a destabilizer operatively coupled to the support portion and the stationary base to allow twisting movements, tilting forward, tilting backward, and tilting side to side.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first portion and the second portion are coplanar.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the first portion comprises at least one padded section that receives the at least one elbow.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein each of the at least one padded section receives one of the at least one elbow and the forearm.5. The device of claim 3 , whereinthe support portion comprises a first side and a second side;the first side and the second side extend from the first portion to the second portion;the at least one padded section comprises a first padded section on the first side and a second padded section on the second side;the first padded section receives a first elbow of the at least one elbow; andthe second padded section receives a second elbow of the at least one elbow.6. The device of claim 5 , whereinthe support portion comprises a recess sized to fit an electronic device; andthe recess is between the first padded section and the second padded section.7. The device of claim 6 , whereinthe recess is T-shaped;the recess is recessed relative to a surface of the support portion; andthe recess is between two of ...

THORACIC STABILIZER

The invention provides an exercise device for strengthening muscles in the scapula-thoracic region. The device enables simulated weight-bearing action for the upper limb while maintaining good postural form. The device can also be used to provide feedback on good postural form. The exercise device comprises a spine contact member () to be positioned at the thoracic curve of a person (), and two rigid planar members () which extend laterally from the spine contact member (). The rigid planar members () are positioned over the scapulae of the person (). The spine contact member () and associated rigid planar members () are held in position by straps () which pass over and under the shoulders of the person (). 2. The exercise device of claim 1 , wherein the spine contact member is convexly shaped.3. The exercise device of claim 1 , wherein the spine contact member has a smooth surface that contacts the thoracic curve of the wearer.4. The exercise device of claim 1 , wherein the spine contact member has an irregular surface that contacts the thoracic curve of the wearer.5. The exercise device of claim 4 , wherein the irregular surface of said spine contact member is provided by a multiplicity of projections from the surface of the spine contact member.6. The exercise device of claim 1 , wherein the sensory means further comprises at least one pressure sensor.7. The exercise device of claim 6 , wherein the at least one pressure sensor is associated with the spine contact member.8. The exercise device of claim 6 , wherein there is a pressure sensor associated with each rigid planar member.9. The exercise device of claim 8 , wherein there is a further pressure sensor associated with the spine contact member.10. The exercise device of claim 6 , wherein each pressure sensor is an electronic pressure sensor.11. The exercise device of claim 10 , wherein each electronic pressure sensor is in wireless communication with a pressure monitoring device.12. The exercise device of ...

DECORATIVE ELEMENT

The invention relates to a decorative element for use on a piece of clothing, which decorative element has a decorative surface and can be placed onto a button-shaped body, such as in particular a seam-end button of a cap. According to the invention, a receptacle is formed on a side facing away from decorative surface. According to the invention, a design shape is formed on the decorative surface. 1. A decorative element for use on a piece of clothing ,having a decorative surface,wherein the decorative element can be placed on a button-shaped body such as in particular a seam-end button of a cap, and to this end forms a receptacle on the side facing away from the decorative surface,wherein a design shaping is provided on the decorative surface.2. The decorative element as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the design shaping forms a cantilever element extending away from the receptacle.3. The decorative element as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the cantilever element forms two outer surfaces facing away from each other claim 2 , which can be grasped together from opposite sides of the cantilever element.4. The decorative element as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cantilever element extends away from a convex surface of the remaining decorative element by a cantilever length of at least 5 mm.5. The decorative element as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the receptacle is formed by a cup-shaped and dimensionally substantially stable base body of the decorative element.6. The decorative element as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the base body is formed from an elastic material.7. The decorative element as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the base body is formed from metal.8. The decorative element as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the receptacle has a receptacle wall claim 1 , within which a reception opening is formed claim 1 , on which fastening means are provided.9. The decorative element as claimed in claim 8 , wherein the fastening means have a tapering section that is formed by the ...

BIOFEEDBACK BELT SYSTEM

A biofeedback belt system which serves as an alert belt with the ability to decrease stomach size as well as decrease the arch of a user-wearers lower back. The invention is designed for patients who have hyper lordosis conditions. The mechanism of the belt is based on biofeedback. When a user-wearer relaxes their abdominal region, the belt produces vibration or sound and the user-wearer must tighten their abdominal region to discontinue the vibration or noise. Biofeedback belt system can also work in a manner such that when the user-wearer tightens their abdominal region, the belt plays music or favorable vibration separately or together as encouragement. Over a period of time of tightening of the abdominal region on a regular basis, the abdominal region size decreases and abdomen strengthens. 1. A biofeedback belt system comprising: [ [ a front surface;', 'a back surface;', 'a first end; and', 'a second end;, 'a flexible body having;'}, 'at least one fastener; and, 'an adjustable belt having;'}, a music source;', 'a processor;', 'a sensor;', 'a memory unit; and', 'a power source;, 'an alarm system having;'}], 'a biofeedback belt assembly comprising;'}wherein said biofeedback belt system comprises said biofeedback belt assembly;wherein said biofeedback belt assembly comprises said adjustable belt, and said alarm system in functional combination;wherein said flexible body of said adjustable belt is defined by said front surface, said back surface, said first end, and said second end;wherein said first end, and said second end of said flexible body are able to be coupled as a continuous waistband to form said adjustable belt via said at least one fastener;wherein said first end, and said second end of said flexible body are able to be uncoupled via said at least one fastener for removal of said adjustable belt;wherein said alarm system comprises in functional combination said music source, said processor, said sensor, said memory unit, and said power source;wherein ...

Non-linear breath entrainment

Aspects of the present disclosure provide methods, apparatuses, and systems for non-linear breathing entrainment. As described herein, “breathing entrainment” refers to guiding a user's breath or breathing. According to an aspect, an initial breathing period and a final breathing period are selected. Based on the initial and final breathing periods, a non-linear breath rate per minute sequence is determined. A guiding stimulus is output and aligned with the non-linear breath rate per minute sequence. The guiding stimulus is non-linearly altered with the non-linear breath rate per minute sequence to align with the final breathing period over an interval of time. The non-linear alterations of the guiding stimulus vary based on an amount of time the guiding stimulus has been output.

ADBOMINAL AND CORE EXERCISER DEVICE

According to various embodiments, there is provided a plank exercise device including a support portion adapted to receive arms or hands of a person and adapted to receive a display device, a destabilizer connected to the support portion, and a stationary base adapted to hold the destabilizer. 2. The plank exercise device of further comprising:a plurality of load sensors mounted to the base that sense forces and are in communication with a microcontroller wherein the microcontroller is capable of communicating information to the display device.3. The plank exercise device of wherein the destabilizer comprises a pivot ball mounted to a collar.4. The plank exercise device of wherein the pivot ball has a diameter of between 4 inches to 8 inches.5. The plank exercise device of wherein the destabilizer comprises a ball bearing turntable.6. The plank exercise device of wherein the destabilizer comprises a spring.7. The plank exercise device of wherein the destabilizer comprises a plurality of pivot balls.8. The plank exercise device of wherein the destabilizer is mounted between four percent to 12 percent off-center from the center line of the support portion.9. The plank exercise device of further comprising a plurality of stops connected to the underside of the support portion.10. The plank exercise device of wherein the support portion is generally trapezoidal in shape.11. A core exercise device comprising:a generally trapezoidal shaped padded portion adapted to receive a display device;a support portion connected to the padded portion;a pivot ball with a diameter of between 4 inches to 8 inches connected to the support portion mounted between four percent to 12 percent from the center line of the support portion; anda stationary base in which the pivot ball is mounted.12. The core exercise device of further comprising a plurality of stops connected to the underside of the support portion.13. The core exercise device of further comprising a plurality of load sensors ...

IMU SYSTEM FOR ASSESSING HEAD AND TORSO ORIENTATION DURING PHYSICAL MOTION

A method and apparatus for monitoring the head and torso orientation of a subject during physical motion. The method and apparatus employ at least two inertial measurement units (IMUs) being temporally synchronized with each other and each measuring three degrees of freedom of angular velocity, acceleration, and optionally magnetic field. A first IMU being affixed to the head of the subject and the second IMU being affixed to the torso of the subject. The orientation of the head, the orientation of the torso, and optionally the relative orientation of the head and torso are calculated based on the data from the IMU's and optionally magnetometer data. The resultant output data is transmitted to a host device (computer, tablet, smart phone) and can be used for monitoring, training, coaching, worker safety and health, and/or rehabilitation. 1. An apparatus for monitoring the head and torso orientation of a subject during physical motion , said apparatus comprising:at least two inertial measurement units each measuring three degrees of freedom of angular velocity and three degrees of freedom of acceleration and outputting acceleration data and angular rate gyro data, a first of the at least two inertial measurement units being temporally synchronized with a second of the at least two inertial measurement units such that the acceleration data and angular rate gyro data from the first inertial measurement unit and the second inertial measurement unit are temporally synchronized;a first mounting system supporting the first inertial measurement unit for movement therewith, the first mounting system being connectable to the head of the subject such that the data from the first inertial measurement unit is used to calculate the orientation of the head of the subject;a second mounting system supporting the second inertial measurement unit for movement therewith, the second mounting system being connectable to the torso of the subject such that the data from the second inertial ...

FUNCTIONAL POSTURAL TRAINING MACHINE

Machine for functional postural training of a user () comprising: a platform () comprising a plurality of load cells () on which said user () is positioned; extendable cables () provided with handle (); means () for providing said cables () with a certain load; means () for detecting the dynamic posture of said user () during the exercise; means () for determining the various body segments of said user on the basis of the information received from said means () for detecting the dynamic posture of said user (); means () for calculating the centre of pressure of said user () on the basis of the information provided by said plurality of load cells (); means () for displaying the centre of pressure of the user () on said platform () and means () for displaying said body segments of said user (); means () for comparing said body segments of said user () with corresponding body segments stored in memory; means () for warning said user () if there are differences between said body segments of said user () and said body segments stored in memory; means () for warning said user () that the position of said centre of pressure has changed. 11312201315421643501542231323492313491320221312221349132213132213. Machine for the functional postural training of a person () comprising: a platform () comprising a plurality of load cells () on which said person () is positioned; extendable cables ( , ) provided with handle ( , ); means () for providing said cables ( , ) with a given load; means () for detecting the dynamic posture of said person () during the exercise; means ( , ) for determining the various body segments of said person on the basis of the information received from said means () for detecting the dynamic posture of said person (); means () for calculating the centre of pressure of said person () on the basis of the information provided by said plurality of load cells (); means () for displaying the centre of pressure of the person () on said platform () and means () for ...

Tactile exercise mat

The present invention relates to a tactile exercise mat (1) and a method of operating it. The tactile exercise mat comprises a plurality of actuators (2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 30, 31) distributed therein and a controller adapted to control the plurality of actuators. The controller is adapted to access predefined actuator configurations defining exercise configurations and to control the actuators in accordance with the predefined actuator configurations. In an advantageous embodiment, the controller is communicatively connected to one or more sensors for sensing the actual movement of the user.

ABDOMINAL AND CORE EXERCISER DEVICE

There is provided a plank exercise device including a support portion adapted to receive arms or hands of a person and adapted to receive a display device, a destabilizer connected to the support portion, and a stationary base adapted to hold the destabilizer. 1. A device , comprising: a first end;', 'a second end;', a first portion and a second portion, the first portion comprises the first end, and the second portion comprises the second end; and', 'a recess sized to fit an electronic device, the recess is located in the first portion; and, 'a body extending between the first end and the second end, wherein a width of at least a portion of the body decreases from the second end toward the first end along a lengthwise axis of the body, the body comprising], 'a support portion comprisinga bottom portion configured to be in contact with a support surface and to elevate the support portion above the support surface when the device is placed on the support surface, the support portion is configured to move relative to support surface via the bottom portion, wherein the support portion is configured to tilt and twist when the bottom portion is in contact with the support surface.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein a widest width of the first portion parallel to a widthwise axis is less than a widest width of the second portion parallel to the widthwise axis claim 1 , the widthwise axis is perpendicular to the lengthwise axis.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the bottom portion comprises a pivot ball claim 1 , a rounded surface of the pivot ball destabilizes the support portion relative to the support surface.4. The device of claim 3 , whereina bottom of the support portion receives the pivot ball; andthe pivot ball comprises a flat portion adjacent to the bottom of the support portion.5. The device of claim 3 , wherein the support portion is connected to the pivot ball via a collar claim 3 , the pivot ball is mounted in the collar.6. The device of claim 1 , wherein the ...

가로막 호흡 운동 셀프 장비

사용자의 신체 뒷 부분에 밀착되도록 상하 방향으로 연장되며, 상부가 양 갈래로 분기되어 분기부가 형성되는 등받이본체; 일단이 상기 분기부에 고정되고, 타단이 상기 등받이본체에 고정되며 길이가 조절되는 어깨끈부; 상기 등받이본체에 탈부착 가능하게 결합되며, 사용자의 가로막 호흡에 따른 복부의 움직임을 측정하는 측정유닛; 상기 등받이본체의 하부가 신체에 고정되도록 사용자를 감싸는 보조끈부;를 포함하는 가로막 호흡 운동 셀프 장비를 제공한다.

System for sphincter exercising and method for controlling therof

A system for sphincter exercising and a method for controlling the same are provided to convert a change of air pressure by sphincter contraction and movement of the user's hip into an electric signal, and to output the signal as an input signal of an outer device. A system for sphincter exercising includes: a central detecting part(110) for detecting a pressure in an air tube(113) by sphincter contraction; a surrounding detecting part(120) for detecting a pressure around the central detecting part; a control part(130) for generating an input signal for an outer user terminal(200) based on the pressure detected by the central and surrounding detecting parts; a first communication part(160) outputting the input signal generated by the control part; a second communication part(170) connected to the user terminal, and receiving the input signal from the first communication part and inputting the signal to the user terminal; and a power part(140) for supplying a power source to the system.

Stimulating posture corrector

FIELD: medicine. SUBSTANCE: invention refers to medical equipment, specifically to traumatology and orthopaedics, neurosurgery, as well as to neuropathology, and is designed for signalling of spine repositioning in saggital or frontal plane and can be applied for correct posture skill acquisition, incorrect posture prevention and correction, treatment of spinal orthopaedic diseases and mobile deformations. Stimulating posture corrector consists of sensor, indicator unit, corrector elements body fasteners and control unit. Sensor is mounted on elastic base fixed along spine and/or patient trunk. Elasticity coefficient of base material is no more than 1500 N/mm 2 . Control unit distinguishes character and dimension of deformation detected by sensor. Stimulating corrector of the second design version several sensors mounted on several bases. EFFECT: improved efficiency of spinal stimulation; increase of medical effect due to possibility of local spine deformation evaluation; easy-to-use; effective spinal stimulation for the purpose of prevention and treatment of incorrect posture, as well as saggital and frontal, and/or rotational spinal mobile deformation. 15 cl, 1 ex, 4 dwg ÐÎÑÑÈÉÑÊÀß ÔÅÄÅÐÀÖÈß (19) RU (11) 2 329 778 (13) C1 (51) ÌÏÊ A61F 5/00 (2006.01) A61B 5/11 (2006.01) A63B 23/02 (2006.01) ÔÅÄÅÐÀËÜÍÀß ÑËÓÆÁÀ ÏÎ ÈÍÒÅËËÅÊÒÓÀËÜÍÎÉ ÑÎÁÑÒÂÅÍÍÎÑÒÈ, ÏÀÒÅÍÒÀÌ È ÒÎÂÀÐÍÛÌ ÇÍÀÊÀÌ (12) ÎÏÈÑÀÍÈÅ ÈÇÎÁÐÅÒÅÍÈß Ê ÏÀÒÅÍÒÓ (21), (22) Çà âêà: 2006138904/14, 30.10.2006 (72) Àâòîð(û): Ãîëüäáåðã ßêîâ Áîðèñîâè÷ (RU), Âàñèëåâè÷ Ñåðãåé Âèêòîðîâè÷ (RU) (24) Äàòà íà÷àëà îòñ÷åòà ñðîêà äåéñòâè ïàòåíòà: 30.10.2006 (45) Îïóáëèêîâàíî: 27.07.2008 Áþë. ¹ 21 2 3 2 9 7 7 8 R U (57) Ðåôåðàò: Èçîáðåòåíèå îòíîñèòñ ê ìåäèöèíñêîé òåõíèêå, à èìåííî ê òðàâìàòîëîãèè è îðòîïåäèè, íåéðîõèðóðãèè, à òàêæå íåâðîïàòîëîãèè, è ïðåäíàçíà÷åíî äë ñèãíàëèçàöèè îá èçìåíåíèè ïîëîæåíè ïîçâîíî÷íèêà ÷åëîâåêà â ñàãèòòàëüíîé èëè ôðîíòàëüíîé ïëîñêîñòè è ìîæåò èñïîëüçîâàòüñ äë âûðàáîòêè íàâûêà ïðàâèëüíîé îñàíêè, ïðîôèëàêòèêè è ...

Isometric / dynamic exercise / training / inspection equipment

(57)【要約】 分離底部プレート（１）を含むアイソメトリック／ダイナミック・エクササイズ装置において、可撓性を有するハーネスが底部プレート（１）上の離間点に繋止された両端部を有すると共に、ユーザの両肩（２２）上に延びているアイソメトリック／ダイナミック・エクササイズ装置。ハーネスはその長さを調節する手段を含み、自身の肩部にハーネスを装着すると共にプレートに両足を接触させたユーザは直立起立又は完全に平らに横たわることができず、ユーザの脚筋及び背筋を最大延伸力を及ぼしながら延伸することができる。ハーネスには負荷測定装置（７０）が含まれる。ユーザが自身の脚部及び背中を同時に伸ばすことによりユーザの脚張筋及び背張筋に負荷を掛けながらエクササイズが実行される。ユーザにより実行される直線延伸サイクルの間に実行される仕事を評価することができると共に、サイクル周波数を選択して合計仕事時間を測定することにより動力及び合計仕事を決定することができる。もしハーネスが非延伸性であれば、アイソメトリック・トレーニング・エクササイズが実行され得る。もしエクササイズ装置が弾性的であり又はスプリング装置を含むのであれば、ダイナミック・トレーニング／荷重付加が実行され得る。

Posture Corrector

ÐÎÑÑÈÉÑÊÀß ÔÅÄÅÐÀÖÈß (19) RU (11) 2006 138 904 (13) A (51) ÌÏÊ A61F 5/00 (2006.01) A61B 5/11 (2006.01) A63B 23/02 (2006.01) ÔÅÄÅÐÀËÜÍÀß ÑËÓÆÁÀ ÏÎ ÈÍÒÅËËÅÊÒÓÀËÜÍÎÉ ÑÎÁÑÒÂÅÍÍÎÑÒÈ, ÏÀÒÅÍÒÀÌ È ÒÎÂÀÐÍÛÌ ÇÍÀÊÀÌ (12) ÇÀßÂÊÀ ÍÀ ÈÇÎÁÐÅÒÅÍÈÅ (21), (22) Çà âêà: 2006138904/14, 30.10.2006 Àäðåñ äë ïåðåïèñêè: 190068, Ñàíêò-Ïåòåðáóðã, ïð. ÐèìñêîãîÊîðñàêîâà, 51, êâ.56, Ñ.Â. Âàñèëåâè÷ó (72) Àâòîð(û): Ãîëüäáåðã ßêîâ Áîðèñîâè÷ (RU), Âàñèëåâè÷ Ñåðãåé Âèêòîðîâè÷ (RU) R U (43) Äàòà ïóáëèêàöèè çà âêè: 10.05.2008 Áþë. ¹ 13 (71) Çà âèòåëü(è): Ãîëüäáåðã ßêîâ Áîðèñîâè÷ (RU), Âàñèëåâè÷ Ñåðãåé Âèêòîðîâè÷ (RU) 2 0 0 6 1 3 8 9 0 4 R U Ñòðàíèöà: 1 RU A (57) Ôîðìóëà èçîáðåòåíè 1. Òðåíàæåð-êîððåêòîð îñàíêè, ñîñòî ùèé èç ÷óâñòâèòåëüíîãî ýëåìåíòà, áëîêà èíäèêàöèè è ïðèñïîñîáëåíè äë çàêðåïëåíè ýëåìåíòîâ òðåíàæåðà íà ïàöèåíòå, îòëè÷àþùèéñ òåì, ÷òî îí äîïîëíèòåëüíî ñíàáæåí áëîêîì óïðàâëåíè , ïðè ýòîì ÷óâñòâèòåëüíûé ýëåìåíò ðàñïîëîæåí íà óïðóãîì îñíîâàíèè, êîòîðîå ôèêñèðóþò âäîëü ïîçâîíî÷íèêà è/èëè òóëîâèùà ïàöèåíòà, à ìîäóëü óïðóãîñòè ìàòåðèàëà, èç êîòîðîãî èçãîòîâëåíî óïðóãîå îñíîâàíèå, íå áîëåå 1500 Í/ìì 2, ïðè÷åì áëîê óïðàâëåíè ïîçâîë åò ðàçëè÷àòü õàðàêòåð è âåëè÷èíó äåôîðìàöèè, âîçíèêàþùóþ íà ÷óâñòâèòåëüíîì ýëåìåíòå. 2. Òðåíàæåð-êîððåêòîð îñàíêè ïî ï.1, îòëè÷àþùèéñ òåì, ÷òî íà óïðóãîì îñíîâàíèè èñïîëüçîâàíî íåñêîëüêî ÷óâñòâèòåëüíûõ ýëåìåíòîâ. 3. Òðåíàæåð-êîððåêòîð îñàíêè ïî ï.1, îòëè÷àþùèéñ òåì, ÷òî â êà÷åñòâå ìàòåðèàëà äë óïðóãîãî îñíîâàíè ìîæåò áûòü èñïîëüçîâàí ýëàñòè÷íûé ìàòåðèàë, íàïðèìåð ïîëèýòèëåí, ïåíîïîëèýòèëåí, ïîëèïðîïèëåí, ïåíîïîëèïðîïèëåí, ïîëèóðåòàí, ïåíîïîëèóðåòàí, ïîëèýòèëåíòåðåôòàëàò, ïîëèêàðáîíàò, òåôëîí, ïîëèñòèðîë, ñèëèêîí, ÏÂÕ, â òîì ÷èñëå ñâîáîäíîâñïåíåííûé ÏÂÕ, èëè êîìïîçèòíûé ìàòåðèàë. 4. Òðåíàæåð-êîððåêòîð îñàíêè ïî ï.1, îòëè÷àþùèéñ òåì, ÷òî â êà÷åñòâå ÷óâñòâèòåëüíîãî ýëåìåíòà ìîãóò áûòü èñïîëüçîâàíû òåíçîäàò÷èêè, è/èëè ïüåçîäàò÷èêè, è/èëè ñâåòî- è ôîòîýëåìåíòû, è/èëè îïòîâîëîêîííûå, è/èëè èíäóêöèîííûå, è/èëè ìåõàíè÷åñêèå äàò÷èêè. 5. Òðåíàæåð-êîððåêòîð îñàíêè ïî ï.1, ...

Apparatus and method for determining pose based on voice guidance

The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for determining a posture based on voice guidance. According to an embodiment, the apparatus for determining a posture includes: a voice guide unit which outputs voice guide for at least one motion among a plurality of preset motions; an image obtaining unit which obtains a plurality of skeleton images based on similarity between a user's motion based on voice guidance for the at least one motion and the at least one motion; and a posture determination unit which determines the degree of posture balance of the user based on the obtained skeleton image. The present invention can improve the accuracy of a posture imbalance test by using image recognition and voice guidance technology without additional detection means such as a marker, Kinect sensor, and X-rays.

Device for training muscular coordination

The invention relates to a device for training muscular coordination in order to train the muscles while carrying out athletic exercises and other activities. The device according to the invention consists of a corset (1) made of an elastic material and at least one shoulder strap (2) attached to the corset. The shoulder strap (2) is provided with a locking element on a free end and can be connected to the corset (1). Cuffs (3), which are made of an elastic material, are secured to an arm and/or a leg. Furthermore, at least one detachable probing/monitoring element is provided which is connected to the corset (1), a shoulder strap (2), or a cuff (3) on the arm and/or on the leg, wherein depending on the training exercise, the probing/monitoring element responds or does not respond if the monitored elements indicate a correct posture for the exercise routine in a dynamic or static state.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REGULATING THE RESPIRATORY VOLUME OF A SELF-VENTING SUBJECT

1. Система, выполненная с возможностью регулировать дыхательный объем при дыхании самовентилирующегося субъекта, при этом система содержит:- устройство, выполненное с возможностью предоставлять дыхательные индикаторы для самовентилирующегося субъекта, которые побуждают самовентилирующегося субъекта дышать так, чтобы дыхательный объем при дыхании самовентилирующегося субъекта превышал или был равен целевому дыхательному объему.2. Система по п.1, дополнительно содержащая:- один или более датчиков, которые формируют один или более выходных сигналов, передающих информацию, связанную с одним или более газовых параметров газа, вдыхаемого самовентилирующимся субъектом, которые связаны с дыхательным объемом при дыхании самовентилирующегося субъекта; и- процессор, выполненный с возможностью выполнять один или более модулей, причем один или более модулей содержат:- модуль определения параметров, выполненный с возможностью определять параметр дыхания из одного или более выходных сигналов, сформированных посредством одного или более датчиков, при этом параметром дыхания является либо (i) дыхательный объем при дыхании самовентилирующегося субъекта, либо (ii) газовый параметр газа, вдыхаемого самовентилирующимся субъектом, который связан с дыхательным объемом при дыхании самовентилирующегося субъекта;- модуль сравнения, выполненный с возможностью сравнивать параметр дыхания с пороговым значением, которое соответствует целевому дыхательному объему; и- модуль управления, выполненный с возможностью управлять устройством, чтобы регулировать дыхательные индикаторы, предоставленные для самовентилирующегося су РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2011 142 326 A (51) МПК A61M 16/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: 2011142326/14, 22.02.2010 (71) Заявитель(и): КОНИНКЛЕЙКЕ ФИЛИПС ЭЛЕКТРОНИКС, Н.В. (NL) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 20.03.2009 US 61/161,881 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на ...

Chair type medical instrument for strengthening sphincter abdominal respiration

본 발명은 비뇨기과 질환, 남성의 전립선 비대증, 여성의 요실금과 방광염을 치료하고 예방하기 위해, 사용자의 노력 없이도 괄약근 강화 효과를 얻을 수 있는 걸상형 의료기기에 관한 것으로, 본 발명에 따른 걸상형 의료기기는, 사용자가 착석하는 좌석부와, 상기 좌석부의 양측에 상측으로 연장되게 형성되어 사용자의 대퇴부 외측부와 대면하게 되는 측방지지부를 구비하는 좌석본체와; 상기 측방지지부의 내측에 전후방향으로 왕복 이동 가능하게 설치되어 사용자의 대퇴부를 안쪽으로 가압하는 외측 압박수단과; 상기 좌석본체의 전방부를 가로지르도록 설치되는 무릎지지대와; 상기 무릎지지대에 하측으로 연장되게 설치되며 좌우의 측방향으로 왕복 이동 가능하게 설치되어 사용자의 무릎 부분 내측면과 탄력적으로 접촉하는 2개의 내측압박부와; 상기 무릎지지대에 대해 내측압박부에 외측방향으로 탄성력을 가하는 탄성부재를 포함하는 것을 특징으로 한다.

Training apparatus for sportsmen and for monitoring performance of exercises

Изобретение позвол ет контролировать угол поворота бедра при беге спортсмена . Устройство содержит по сной ремень. На ре.мне со стороны спины шарнкрно установлена скоба. На скобе закреплены кронштейны, на концевой части которых размещены фотодатчики. Скоба с кронштейнами может устанавливатьс  под заданным углом при помоши угломера и фиксироватьс  в заданном положении. Кронштейны обраш,ены свободными участками в сторону движени  спортсмена. Фотодатчики расположены на свободных участках кронштейнов в р д, перпендикул рный оси кронштейнов . 2 з.п. ф-лы, 4 ил. The invention makes it possible to control the angle of rotation of the hip when the athlete is running. The device contains a sleeping belt. On the side of my back there is a pivotally mounted bracket. Brackets are fixed on the bracket, on the end part of which photo sensors are placed. The bracket with brackets can be installed at a predetermined angle with the aid of a goniometer and fixed in a predetermined position. Arms obrash, yeny free sites towards the movement of the athlete. Photo sensors are located on the free areas of the brackets in a row perpendicular to the axis of the brackets. 2 hp f-ly, 4 ill.

Posture training evaluation device and rehabilitation apparatus having this same

Training Evaluation posture rehabilitation unit and the unit is equipped with them started. Rehabilitation unit described in the main frame ; Being installed at one side of the main frame and the main body casing, wherein the main body casing, and a plurality of light sensors, the plurality of the beam detecting sensor installed in each of a plurality of positions proximate to the guide lights ; and wherein said plurality of light detecting sensor and a controller for controlling said plurality of posture yudodeungreul ; having a target portion; Investigate the laser beam, and the user can wear it with any part of the body so that the fixing means comprises a laser emitter ; Said body frame is provided, the user has to stand up posture balance training tilting up and down to right and left, and the user of the pressure sensor which measures the pressure portion having a footboard ; Wherein the control unit of said plurality of posture and guide light to a specific pattern of blinking, lighting of the plurality of positions of a plurality of posture guide light guide light rays proximate to the sensor, the laser beam is irradiated, a hit is determined, the pre-set hit score the cumulative calculated, wherein the controller detected pressure value from the pressure sensor to quantify, the user's right and left unbalance position and pressure changes during retraining characterized in that the comparison value.

Belt for correcting stance and posture - contains buzzer giving automatic signal if posture is relaxed

The warning device comprises a flat circular case (20) with one end of the belt (12) fixed to it (24). The other end of the belt is fixed to a sliding bracket (50) on the other side of the case. This bracket carries a top hat shaped actuator (62) inside which is fitted a plunger operated switch (42, 44). The belt is strapped around the waist, stomach drawn in, to a predetermined tension. If this tension is exceeded by relaxing the stomach muscles, the switch is closed (63) and a buzzer (80) is sounded. An on-off switch (74) is fitted and two batteries (96, 96') inside the case supply the power.

Patent FR2242661B1

A curvature measurement device is described having an elongated flexible member with at least one sensing wire attached at one end of the flexible member and extending along said flexible member to the other end thereof. The flexible member is attached to an object whose curvature is to be measured and flexed in accordance with the shape of the object. A deviation sensing means coupled to the non-fixed end of the sensing wire measures the change in position of said wire as the flexible member is flexed to produce an electrical output signal proportional to the change in position.

DEVICE FOR CORRECTING THE ABDOMINAL STRAP.

Postural support and exercise jacket

A postural support and exercise jacket according to the invention includes a pair of shoulder straps coupled to a waist strap which extends around the back of the user and terminates at the sides of the user. A pair of adjustable handles are coupled to opposite ends of the waist strap. The user dons the jacket by slipping arms through the respective shoulder straps and adjusts the handles according to arm length. With the jacket in place, several different exercises can be performed. Optional presser balls are provided and. are adjustably coupled to the shoulder straps to overlie a muscle "knot".

Exercise mat

A mat that can be used for the practice of yoga includes a curve-shaped design and strategically placed stitch markings to assist the user in producing a properly aligned position with each yoga pose or yoga posture. Both the shape enhancements and stitch markings can help create a technological and functional mat to help both novice and expert practitioners achieve better performance in their yoga practice.

Muscle exercise device

Le dispositif d’exercices musculaires, notamment des muscles profonds du dos, comprend une base inférieure d’appui (6), une console supérieure d’appui (2), des moyens de montage de la console d’appui supérieure sur la base inférieure d’appui (6) agencés de sorte que la console supérieure d’appui (2) s’étende au-dessus et en regard de la base inférieure d’appui (6), à une distance déterminée réglable, les moyens de montage étant débrayables et agencés de sorte à ce que le dispositif prenne une configuration déployée d’utilisation ou une configuration reployée de stockage. (Figure 1) The muscle exercise device, in particular for the deep muscles of the back, comprises a lower support base (6), an upper support bracket (2), means for mounting the upper support bracket on the lower base (6) arranged so that the upper support bracket (2) extends above and opposite the lower support base (6), at a determined adjustable distance, the mounting means being disengageable and arranged so that the device adopts a deployed configuration for use or a folded configuration for storage. (Figure 1)

Readjusting device i.e. electric belt, for wearing by sports person to maintain predetermined posture of person, has triggering unit adapted to trigger signal in event of poor posture and designed as electrode powered by switch

Dispositif de rappel à maintenir une posture prédéterminée, destiné à être porté par un individu, se présentant sous la forme d'au moins une bande élastique reliée à un support, et comprenant des moyens aptes à déclencher un signal en cas de mauvaise posture, caractérisé en ce que le moyen apte à déclencher un signal se présente sous la forme d'au moins une électrode apte à transmettre à l'individu un courant électrique de faible intensité, ladite électrode étant mise sous tension par un interrupteur actionné sous l'effet d'un changement de la tension élastique de la bande élastique.

Apparatus for improving health by regulating exercise of the abdomen

Portable reeducation apparatus allowing automatic control of the active postural correction of the whole of the spine

Portable reeducation apparatus allowing automatic control of the active postural correction of the whole of the spine. The apparatus is characterised by a device sensitive to the variations in position of the vertebral column, comprising one or more cords 1 fixed to the back of the user, connected to an electric switch placed in a casing 2 fixed to the small of the back of the user and allowing employment of a warning device 3 when the user does not correct his position. The apparatus relates most particularly to reeducational physiotherapy masseurs and to their patients.

Posture correction and muscle re-education device

The device has a sliding structure which can be regulated and adjusted to a required height using two horizontal arms (6), with a rod structure (8). When the rod is lowered by the user, a contact is moved which actuates an electric circuit containing a transformer. An audio signal is generated. Horizontally adjustable rails (17) with an end strap which has a foot rest (18) and which can be inclined at an angle by a screw thread mechanism (19) are also used.

INCENTIVE DEVICE FOR MAINTAINING AN ADEQUATE POSTURE

Self exercise device for diaphragmatic respiration

사용자의 신체 뒷 부분에 밀착되도록 상하 방향으로 연장되며, 상부가 양 갈래로 분기되어 분기부가 형성되는 등받이본체; 일단이 상기 분기부에 고정되고, 타단이 상기 등받이본체에 고정되며 길이가 조절되는 어깨끈부; 상기 등받이본체에 탈부착 가능하게 결합되며, 사용자의 가로막 호흡에 따른 복부의 움직임을 측정하는 측정유닛; 상기 등받이본체의 하부가 신체에 고정되도록 사용자를 감싸는 보조끈부;를 포함하는 가로막 호흡 운동 셀프 장비를 제공한다. a backrest body extending in the vertical direction so as to be in close contact with the back of the user's body, the upper portion being bifurcated to form a branch; One end is fixed to the branch, the other end is fixed to the backrest body, the length of the shoulder strap is adjustable; a measurement unit detachably coupled to the backrest body and measuring the movement of the abdomen according to the user's diaphragm breathing; A diaphragm breathing exercise self-equipment comprising a; an auxiliary string part surrounding the user so that the lower part of the backrest body is fixed to the body.

Automatic operant conditioning system especially for scoliosis

A system and method for the operant conditioning of subjects using biofeedback includes means to measure a variable condition, such as posture, which is controllable by the subject. The apparatus sets criteria which, if not met, may result in a negative rein-forcement, such as unpleas-ant audio tone or, if the crite-ria is met, will reward the subject. The criteria is auto-matically adjusted, upwards or downwards, in accordance with the subject's history of reaching, or not reaching the criteria. One embodiment is a device for the training of pa-tients with idiopathic scolio-sis (curvature of the spine), as a replacement for a brace. The device includes two cables (10, 11), one about the chest to measure breathing and the other longitudinally about the trunk to measure spine length. The variable lengths of the cables are converted to digital signals by rotary-to-digital converters. The device includes a programmed microcomputer.

Systems and methods for simultaneously contracting body core muscles and computerised instructional unit for facilitating same

An exercise apparatus is described herein. The exercise apparatus can have a body forming a first yoke. The first yoke includes a first longitudinal channel extending therethrough and a first slide member is positioned in the first channel. The first slide member is slidable therein in a reciprocating manner and has an abdominal engagement end extending from the channel. The exercise apparatus can further include a second yoke pivotally attached to the body and has a second longitudinal channel extending therethrough. A second slide member is positioned in the second channel and is slidable therein in a reciprocating manner. The second slide member has an upper body engagement end extending from the second channel. The exercise apparatus can include a vibration unit operable to cause all or portions of the exercise apparatus to vibrate.

System and method for adjusting tidal volume of a self-ventilating subject

A system and method are configured to adjust the tidal volume of the breathing of a subject. The subject is self-ventilating (breathes under her own power). The adjustment of tidal volume accomplished through use of the system and/or method may reduce hypertension (e.g., lower blood pressure), reduce stress and/or anxiety (and related maladies), improve relaxation, decrease sleep latency, improve sleep quality, address other sleep disorders, and/or provide other health benefits. The system and method are effective in adjusting tidal volume while the subject is awake and/or asleep.

Postural awareness device

An exercise apparatus includes a pad, a signal generating element and an element for detecting a weight applied to the pad and activating the signal generating element when the weight so detected exceeds a predetermined weight.

Body-attached abdominal exercise device

Spinal monitor apparatus and method

A method and apparatus for monitoring posture deficiencies in the spine and including a flexible body ( 30 ) encapsulating a flexible operating arm ( 31 ) cantilevered from a base moulding ( 34 ). The operating arm ( 31 ) is provided with upper ( 37 ) and lower ( 40 ) strain gauges bonded to the upper and lower faces respectively of the operating arm ( 31 ) at the point beyond the stiffening base moulding ( 34 ) to ensure that differential strain is experienced on deflection of the operating arm ( 31 ). Wire tails ( 41 ) are terminated as a PCB assembly ( 45 ) mounted to the printed circuit support ( 35 ), which assembly comprises a PC board bearing an LSI processor ( 46 ), rechargeable battery ( 47 ), vibrating motor ( 50 ) and inductive coil ( 51 ) selected to fulfil the functions of transmitting and receiving element, and inductive power supply for charging the battery ( 47 ), under the control of processor ( 46 ). The base moulding ( 34 ) is intended to be located in the region of L 4 and L 5 , the flexible body ( 30 ) and base moulding ( 34 ) being secured in place by surgical adhesive.

Exercising support

An exercising support comprising: a mat having a lower surface arranged to engage the floor in use and an upper surface arranged to support a user, the upper surface including a plurality of upwardly extending projections; a kneecap rest having a lower surface which is adapted to engage the upper surface; a foot or lower leg rest having a lower surface adapted to contact the upper surface; wherein the lower surfaces of the foot or lower leg rest and kneecap rest each have a securing arrangement for detachable engagement to one or more of the upwardly extending projections; a thigh support configured to engage the back of a user's upper and lower legs; wherein the thigh support, foot or lower leg rest and kneecap rest, are maintained in a configuration, relative to one and other when in use on the mat, to cumulatively provide pressure to a user's upper and lower leg portions.

Training device for correcting the body posture

The invention relates to medical engineering. The inventive training device for correcting the body posture comprises a sensitive element, a display unit and means for fastening the elements of said training device to the patient's body. The sensitive element is fixed to an elastic substrate which is fixable to the patient's body. The correcting training device is also provided with a control unit, the input of which is connected to the output of the sensitive element and the output of which is connected to the input of the display unit.

Apparatus for indicating correct back posture

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE An apparatus to be placed on the head of a person to indicate correct or faulty back posture during execution of various activities in an upright or sitting position. The apparatus comprises a balance member connected with a base section adapted to be attached to the person's head by means of a hair band, forehead band, cap, etc., whereby said balance member, in the case of head positions and consequent back positions that deviate from correct back posture, will tip in the direction of inclination of the head.

Patent FR2640872A1

Device for correcting posture which is designed to be worn by a user and to warn him or her discreetly if his or her posture is bad: stomach sticking out, stoop etc. The main element of this device is an apparatus (1) with a flat housing (2) whose front face (3) is designed to be placed against the body. The opposite face of the housing has a clip (5) allowing it to be fixed for example to the waistband of a pair of trousers or of a skirt. Part of the front face of the housing is cut out so as to form a control plate (11) whose flexibility can be adjusted by moving a support point of the plate on a lever (17). When said plate is pressed further than a predetermined threshold, it actuates a vibration generator forming a tactile warning device inside the housing. The housing has sockets for connecting an auxiliary contact which is placed on another part of the body, and a complementary vibration generator.

Postural awareness apparatus

一种姿势感知设备，其包括：垫片、信号产生系统以及激活器，所述激活器在施加于所述设备的压力超过预定压力时激活所述信号产生系统。所述激活器包括：开关，其具有上部；压缩元件，其具有限定于其中的开口，所述压缩元件至少部分围绕所述开关的上部；以及顶盖，其适于将所述压缩元件附着于至少部分围绕所述开关的所述上部的位置。

Thoracic stabilizer

The invention provides an exercise device for strengthening muscles in the scapula-thoracic region. The device enables simulated weight-bearing action for the upper limb while maintaining good postural form. The device can also be used to provide feedback on good postural form. The exercise device comprises a spine contact member (26) to be positioned at the thoracic curve of a person (10), and two rigid planar members (28) which extend laterally from the spine contact member (26). The rigid planar members (28) are positioned over the scapulae of the person (10). The spine contact member (26) and associated rigid planar members (28) are held in position by straps (30) which pass over and under the shoulders of the person (10).

APPLICATION AND DEVICE OF A BALANCE BODY FOR INDICATING REAL SUSPENSION

Exercise mat

A mat that can be used for the practice of yoga includes a curve-shaped design and strategically placed stitch markings to assist the user in producing a properly aligned position with each yoga pose or yoga posture. Both the shape enhancements and stitch markings can help create a technological and functional mat to help both novice and expert practitioners achieve better performance in their yoga practice.

System and method for respiratory volume control of self-ventilated object

FIELD: medicine. SUBSTANCE: system comprises a breathing device, which is configured to generate a pressurized breathing gas flow into the airway, and respiratory indicators, which cause an individual breath so that the respiratory volume exceeds or is equal to the target respiratory volume. The respiratory indicators comprise the pressurized flow pressure fluctuation. Sensors form one or more output signals transmitting the information related to exhaled gas parameters, which are related to the respiratory volume. A processor is configured to provides modules. The parameter module is configured to determine a respiratory parameter of one or more output signals formed by one or more sensors. The respiratory parameter is either the respiratory volume, or the inhaled gas parameter related to the respiratory volume. The module of congruence is configured to compare the respiratory volume to a threshold, which corresponds to the target respiratory volume. The control module is configured to control the respiratory device to control the respiratory indicators presented for the individual by comparing the respiratory parameters and the threshold by the module of congruence. What is disclosed is a method for respiratory volume control. EFFECT: providing the relation of the actual and target respiratory volumes. 6 cl, 4 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 538 178 C2 (51) МПК A61M 16/00 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ 2011142326/14, 22.02.2010 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 22.02.2010 (72) Автор(ы): ПИТТМАН Стефен Далтон (US), ВИТТ Эрик Курт (US) 20.03.2009 US 61/161,881 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 27.04.2013 Бюл. № 23 R U (73) Патентообладатель(и): КОНИНКЛЕЙКЕ ФИЛИПС ЭЛЕКТРОНИКС, Н.В. (NL) Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: (45) Опубликовано: 10.01.2015 Бюл. № 1 0667168 A1, 16.08.1995. US 3991304 A, 09.11.1976. GB 2307641 A, 04.06.1997. WO 2007/ 085109 A1 ...

Body movement monitoring system and method

Postural awareness apparatus

A postural awareness apparatus includes a pad, signal means for producing a signal, detection means for determining a weight applied to the pad and activating the signal means when the weight exceeds a predetermined weight, means for producing an output when the detection means determines the weight, and means for recording the output.

Apparatus for re-educating and practising abdominal respiration comprises four-legged frame with vertically-sliding and weighted panel

The apparatus consists of a four-legged frame (2) of metal tubing with cross-members (3) and a vertically-sliding panel (1) that rests on the abdomen and provides a resistance to movement. The panel moves up and down by means of sliders (4) at its four corners, and its weight can be varied by the additional or removal of weights of half or one kilogram.

Apparatus for indicating correct back posture

PCT No. PCT/NO91/00146 Sec. 371 Date May 13, 1993 Sec. 102(e) Date May 13, 1993 PCT Filed Nov. 20, 1991 PCT Pub. No. WO92/09333 PCT Pub. Date Jun. 11, 1992.An apparatus to be placed on the head of a person to indicate correct or faulty back posture during execution of various activities in an upright or sitting position. The apparatus comprises a balance member (1) connected with a base section (2) adapted to be attached to the person's head (A) by means of a hair band, forehead band, cap, etc. (3), whereby said balance member (1), in the case of head positions and consequent back positions that deviate from correct back posture, will tip in the direction of inclination of the head (A).

Apparatus for measuring a sitting posture, system and method for analyzing a sitting posture

본 발명은 착석자세 측정 장치, 착석자세 분석 시스템 및 방법에 관한 것이다. 본 발명의 하나의 실시예에 따라, 의자의 좌대, 또는 좌대와 등받이에 설치되며 착석자의 착석에 따른 압력을 감지하는 다수의 압력센서; 의자에 설치되며 측정장치의 식별정보와 다수의 압력센서의 위치정보를 관리하고, 식별정보를 근거리 무선통신모듈을 통해 의자 주위의 무선통신단말의 애플리케이션 모듈로 제공하여 등록시키고, 애플리케이션 모듈을 통한 착석자세 분석에 필요한, 다수의 압력센서에서 수신된 감지신호와 적어도 신호를 감지한 각 압력센서의 위치정보를 포함하는 측정 데이터를 근거리 무선통신모듈로 제공하는 관리모듈; 의자에 설치되고, 애플리케이션 모듈을 통한 착석자세 분석이 수행될 수 있도록 관리모듈로부터 제공받은 측정 데이터를 무선통신단말로 무선 전송하는 근거리 무선통신모듈; 및 의자에 설치되고, 관리모듈의 제어에 따라 전원을 공급하는 전원모듈;을 포함하여 이루어진 착석자세 측정 장치가 제안된다. 또한, 착석자세 분석 시스템 및 방법이 제안된다.

Method for improving strength, flexibility, and coordination

A method of increasing strength, flexibility, and coordination that may establish a person's baseline strength, flexibility, and coordination, while identifying any deficiencies to establish an exercise regimen to address those deficiencies. The method may also include a systematic and consistent warm-up step that will ensure the proper building of strength, flexibility, and coordination while minimizing any potential injury. Lastly, the method may be capable of accurately measuring the progress of the person's training regimen.

Patent FR2215931A1

Exercise apparatus for muscles of abdominals and body

FIELD: training simulators; sport.SUBSTANCE: in accordance with various embodiments, a training apparatus for exercising a bar is provided, having a support portion, adapted for placement of hands or hands of a person and adapted to house a display device, a destabilizer connected to said support section, and a stationary base adapted to hold said destabilizer.EFFECT: what is presented is an exercise apparatus for abdominal muscles and a body.10 cl, 27 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 740 885 C2 (51) МПК A63B 21/015 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК A63B 21/15 (2020.08) (21)(22) Заявка: 2018140482, 25.04.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: (73) Патентообладатель(и): СТЕЛТ БОДИ ФИТНЕСС ЭлЭлСи (US) Дата регистрации: 21.01.2021 Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 25.04.2016 US 62/327,343; 25.04.2017 US 15/497,111 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 26.05.2020 Бюл. № 15 (45) Опубликовано: 21.01.2021 Бюл. № 3 (86) Заявка PCT: C 2 C 2 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 26.11.2018 US 2017/029485 (25.04.2017) (87) Публикация заявки PCT: 2 7 4 0 8 8 5 WO 2017/189625 (02.11.2017) R U 2 7 4 0 8 8 5 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: RU 107063 U1, 10.08.2011. WO 2003105969 A1, 24.12.2003. US 20110212810 A1, 01.09.2011. US 7896789 B2, 01.03.2011. CN 204767193 U, 18.11.2015. US 7479097 B2, 20.01.2009. R U 25.04.2017 (72) Автор(ы): ПЕЙНС Говард (US) Адрес для переписки: 129090, Москва, ул. Б.Спасская, 25, строение 3, ООО "Юридическая фирма Городисский и Партнеры" (54) ТРЕНАЖЕРНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ МЫШЦ БРЮШНОГО ПРЕССА И КОРПУСА (57) Реферат: В соответствии с различными вариантами приспособленный для вмещения отображающего осуществления предлагается тренажерное устройства, дестабилизатор, подсоединенный к устройство для упражнения планка, включающее указанному опорному участку, и стационарную в себя опорный участок, приспособленный ...

Training equipment

Method and System for Detecting Parameters for the Characterization of Motion Sequences at the Human Body and Computer-Implemented Method for Analyzing Parameters for the Characterization of Motion Sequences at the Human Body

The invention relates to a system for detecting function parameters for the characterization of motion sequences at the human body, comprising: a bending sensor with at least one strain gauge for detecting bending parameters, wherein said at least one strain gauge changes its impedance during an extension or compression, and sensor electronics for reading out and processing the bending parameters detected by said at least one strain gauge; and a fixing element for fixing the bending sensor on the skin of the human body, wherein said fixing element is adapted to accommodate said bending sensor such that it is fixed only at one point of said fixing element and follows motions of that part of the human body on which said fixing element is fixed without following possible extensions of the skin of the human body.

Posture and deep breathing improvement device, system, and method

A posture and breathing improvement device, system, and method. The system for improving posture and deep breathing may comprise: a sensor device; posture/breathing improvement software program, comprising one, both, or a combination of a posture improvement system interface and a breathing improvement system interface; and one or more user devices. The sensor device may be physically associated with a user and may communicate with the posture improvement software program. The sensor device may comprise: one or more sensors for monitoring positions and movements of the user. The system may calculate one or more optimum postural positions and breathing exercises for the user, based on data communicated by the sensor device and collected information about the user. The system may monitor a conformance of the user with the optimum postural positions and may display the conformance on the posture improvement system interface. The system may detect and notify the user of one or more non-conformances, such that a user is reminded to maintain at least one optimum postural position and periodically take deep breaths.

Load tool for dynamic muscle loading

Muscle exercise device

Le dispositif d’exercices musculaires, notamment des muscles profonds du dos, comprend une base inférieure d’appui (6), une console supérieure d’appui (2), des moyens de montage de la console d’appui supérieure sur la base inférieure d’appui (6) agencés de sorte que la console supérieure d’appui (2) s’étende au-dessus et en regard de la base inférieure d’appui (6), à une distance déterminée réglable, les moyens de montage étant débrayables et agencés de sorte à ce que le dispositif prenne une configuration déployée d’utilisation ou une configuration reployée de stockage. (Figure 1) The muscle exercise device, in particular for the deep muscles of the back, comprises a lower support base (6), an upper support bracket (2), means for mounting the upper support bracket on the lower base (6) arranged so that the upper support bracket (2) extends above and opposite the lower support base (6), at a determined adjustable distance, the mounting means being disengageable and arranged so that the device assumes a deployed configuration for use or a folded configuration for storage. (Figure 1)

Method and device for correcting acceleration sensor axis information

The present device, which corrects parameters indicating the respective acceleration directions indicated by an acceleration sensor contained in a specific device, is comprised of: an acceleration sensing unit ( 11 ) that detects acceleration; an evaluation unit ( 12 ) that judges an action/posture, using patterns in changes in acceleration obtained from the acceleration sensor, when a person wearing the specific device acts; a parameter storage unit ( 15 ) that stores parameters to be used when the evaluation unit ( 12 ) makes a judgment; a correction trigger unit ( 31 ) that transmits, to the acceleration sensing unit ( 11 ) and an attachment position judgment unit ( 32 ), a signal indicating that parameter correction is to start, upon detection that the wearer or the like has pressed a correction trigger button; and a parameter correction unit ( 14 ) that reads out parameters stored in the parameter storage unit ( 15 ) based on a selection by the attachment position selection unit ( 13 ), and corrects the parameters in accordance with the attachment position so as to output the corrected parameters to the evaluation unit ( 12 ).

Balance training device

(57)【要約】 本発明は、平衡訓練装置（１）を使用者の身体の一部、例えば頭部（４）に取付ける手段（２）と、前記取付け手段（２）に接続されており前記平衡訓練装置（１）の位置を表示する手段（３）とを具備することを特徴とする平衡訓練装置に関する。位置表示手段（３）は使用者により観察可能であり、従来の又は電子形のアルコール水準器（１９）により形成されることが可能である。

Abdominal muscle firmness alarm

An abdominal muscle firmness alarm is characterized by a control unit containing a mechanism for producing a signal in the form of an electrical charge or a vibration impulse; a switch for controlling operation; a timer for selecting the interval between the transmitted signals; and, discs interconnecting the control unit and selectively affixed to the wearer's abdominal region over the Rectus muscles. When the wearer senses the signal through the aforesaid discs, the wearer is reminded to contract the muscles of the abdomen, increasing the muscle tone of the latter and serving restoring and abdomen flattening purposes.

Posture detector

Magic belt

There are huge amount of belts of various kind exist on the market. In this invention regular belt will be modified to allow control of stomach mussels. The device can provide visual or audible signal in case of mussels becoming relaxed. The device can provide mechanical or electrical stimulation of mussels in case of mussels becoming relaxed. Control can be continuous or in specified time intervals. The device will have an option to be switched off at any time. Use of this device will allow: 1. Make figure of people tightened by sending reminding signal 2. To maintain stomach mussels in excellent condition 3. Prevent atrophy of stomach mussels

Exercise assisting device and method of using the same

一种与在仰卧位或坐位状态下使用的运动器具一起使用的运动辅助器具，其具有能够供使用者识别体轴的体轴标识。体轴标识具有长度方向，并且被支承为该长度方向能够沿着使用者的头尾轴配置。体轴标识是被支承为能够沿着使用者的头尾轴配置的棒部件。体轴标识具备设置于使用者的脸前的近位侧标识和比该近位侧标识更远离使用者而设置的远位侧标识。近位侧标识构成为能够调整与使用者之间的距离。

Method and device for correcting acceleration sensor axis information

A device for correcting parameter that represents each direction of acceleration in an acceleration sensor built in a specific device. The device has a acceleration-sensing portion (11) for detecting acceleration; an evaluating portion (12) for determining the behavior and posture of a wearer of the specific device by using variation patterns of acceleration obtained from the acceleration sensor when the wearer moves; a parameter memory portion (15) for memorizing parameter used in the determination by the evaluating portion (12); a correction trigger portion (31) for transmitting, upon detecting a correction trigger button being pressed by the wearer etc., a signal that signals the start of parameter correction to the acceleration-sensing portion (11) and an installation position-determining portion (32); and a parameter-correcting portion (14) for reading parameter memorized in the parameter memory portion (15) based on the result selected in an installation position-selecting portion (13), correcting the parameter in accordance with a position where the device is installed, and then outputting the corrected parameter to the evaluating portion (12).

DEVICE FOR INDICATING REAL BACKGROUND.

Belt tension signalling device

A posture improvement device is provided, in which a predetermined amount of tension in a belt around the wearer's waist closes a switch and activates a buzzer, vibration motor, or other indicating means in a belt buckle of said belt. Means are provided to adjust the amount of tension required to achieve said closing of said switch. By maintaining sufficient tautness in his or her abdominal and lower back muscles, the wearer can maintain the tension in the belt below the predetermined threshold level, and correspondingly maintain desired improved posture. Conversely, slouching or relaxation of said muscles closes said switch and signals the wearer to improve his or her posture.

Apparatus for sensing body attitude

The apparatus is attached to a body part (for example, the back) of the user. The apparatus detects when the body part attitude exceeds a specific attitude range. For every such attitude violation, the apparatus sounds a buzzer and increments a displayed counter value that indicates the total number of such attitude violations. The apparatus may be used as part of physical therapy to modify the behavior of the user during routine physical activities. The sensitivity of the apparatus may be adjusted by controlling the specific attitude range.

Rehabilitation device

An interactive exercise device that indicates to the user what exercises to perform and collects the exercise performance data for analysis. In preferred embodiments the device will be portable and will have means to communicate information to the therapist.

Exercise intra-repetition assessment system

An intra-repetition exercise system which allows comparison of actual performance of intra-repetition exercise characteristics ( 2 ) to pre-established target performance of intra-repetition exercise characteristics ( 3 ) by an exerciser ( 1 ).

Exercise intra-repetition assessment system

An intra-repetition exercise system which allows comparison of actual performance of intra-repetition exercise characteristics (2) to pre-established target performance of intra-repetition exercise characteristics (3) by an exerciser (1).

A posture vest

A posture vest for improving body posture comprising: an elastic waist strap; an elastic back strap having a first portion connected to the waist strap; and a pair of length-adjustable elastic shoulder straps connected from a second portion of the back strap to the first portion of the back strap.

Thoracic stabilizer

The invention provides an exercise device for strengthening muscles in the scapula-thoracic region. The device enables simulated weight-bearing action for the upper limb while maintaining good postural form. The device can also be used to provide feedback on good postural form. The exercise device comprises a spine contact member ( 26 ) to be positioned at the thoracic curve of a person ( 10 ), and two rigid planar members ( 28 ) which extend laterally from the spine contact member ( 26 ). The rigid planar members ( 28 ) are positioned over the scapulae of the person ( 10 ). The spine contact member ( 26 ) and associated rigid planar members ( 28 ) are held in position by straps ( 30 ) which pass over and under the shoulders of the person ( 10 ).

Abdominal exercise machine

An abdominal exercise device comprising a semi-rigid member, an upper member and a lower member is disclosed. The upper member and the lower member couple to the semi-rigid member, the upper member and lower member can be securely or detachably attachable to the semi-rigid member while the lower member can have pivoting capabilities. Feedback may be provided in a visual as well as a physical form to allow a user to determine whether the device is properly being used and optimal results are being achieved while performing the exercises.

ABDOMINAL RESPIRATORY REHABILITATION APPARATUS

POSTURAL TRAINING MACHINE.

Una máquina (1) para entrenar a un usuario para mantener una postura correcta, comprendiendo la máquina (1) un bastidor (2) que descansa sobre el suelo y que comprende a su vez, al menos, un dispositivo de ejercicio y un medio de soporte (3) para soportar una parte del cuerpo del usuario; estando la máquina (1) caracterizada porque comprende un medio de detección de la postura del cuerpo del usuario (4) para detectar la postura correcta del usuario; estando dicho medio de detección (4) acoplado a dicho medio de soporte (3). A machine (1) for training a user to maintain a correct posture, the machine (1) comprising a frame (2) resting on the ground and comprising at least one exercise device and a means of support (3) to support a part of the user's body; the machine (1) being characterized in that it comprises a means of detecting the posture of the user's body (4) to detect the correct posture of the user; said detection means (4) being coupled to said support means (3).

Abdominal exercise machine

An abdominal exercise device comprising a semi-rigid member, an upper member and a lower member is disclosed. The upper member and the lower member couple to the semi-rigid member, the upper member and lower member can be securely or detachably attachable to the semi-rigid member while the lower member can have pivoting capabilities. Feedback may be provided in a visual as well as a physical form to allow a user to determine whether the device is properly being used and optimal results are being achieved while performing the exercises.

Method and apparatus for the treatment and prevention of posture deficiencies of the spine.

L'invention se rapporte à un appareil thérapeutique qui comprend un élément de corps (10) pouvant se fixer sur le corps de l'utilisateur au moyen de courroies de fixation (11). Une bande flexible arquée (13) est montée pivotante au niveau des régions supérieure et inférieure (12) qui prolongent l'élément de corps (10). Dans un espace libre (15) compris entre l'élément de corps (10) et labande (13) est situé un interrupteur relié par câble à une alimentation (17) et à une paire d'émetteurs vibro-tactiles (16). Lors de l'utilisation, le sujet s'entoure de l'appareil de façon à placer la bande flexible (13) en contact avec sa colonne vertébrale. Si l'utilisateur se tient dans une mauvaise position, la bande (13) actionne l'interrupteur, lequel déclenche les émetteurs vibro-tactiles (16) qui produisent alors une action contre la peau de l'utilisateur. The invention relates to a therapeutic device comprising a body element (10) which can be fixed to the body of the user by means of fixing straps (11). An arcuate flexible band (13) is pivotally mounted at the upper and lower regions (12) which extend the body member (10). In a free space (15) between the body element (10) and the strip (13) is located a switch connected by cable to a power supply (17) and to a pair of vibro-tactile transmitters (16). During use, the subject surrounds himself with the device so as to place the flexible strip (13) in contact with his spine. If the user is in the wrong position, the strip (13) actuates the switch, which activates the vibro-tactile transmitters (16) which then produce an action against the skin of the user.

Device for performing equilibrium exercises

Postural support and exercise jacket

A postural support and exercise jacket according to the invention includes a pair of shoulder straps coupled to a waist strap which extends around the back of the user and terminates at the sides of the user. A pair of adjustable handles are coupled to opposite ends of the waist strap. The user dons the jacket by slipping arms through the respective shoulder straps and adjusts the handles according to arm length. With the jacket in place, several different exercises can be performed. Optional presser balls are provided and are adjustably coupled to the shoulder straps to overlie a muscle “knot”.

Stretching apparatus

Example aspects of a stretching apparatus and a method for stretching a user's body are disclosed. The stretching apparatus can comprise an elongate support bar defining a bar first end and a bar second end opposite the bar first end; and a body stretching attachment coupled to the elongate support bar, the body stretching attachment comprising a primary strap, a first strap connector, and a second strap connector, wherein the primary strap comprises a flexible, inelastic material, and wherein the elongate support bar engages each of the first strap connector and second strap connector.

Extra corporal random breathing centre instructor instrument - has optical and acoustic signal indicator triggered at set threshold by sensor

Core strength measurement device

A device for measuring the core strength of a person includes a rear plate for contacting the back of the person to assist in locating the device, a front plate for providing a load or resistance against which the person flexes their abdominal muscles, an adjustor located at the side of the device to interconnect the front and rear plates to tightly fit around the torso, a detector provided on the front plate for measuring the force generated by movement of the abdominal muscles in communication with a display for displaying the force measured by the detector. The device is available in different embodiments. The advantage of the device is that it allows a person to measure and monitor quantitatively their core strength through exercising the abdominal muscles.

A medical device for the exercise of a user's respiratory functions and non-therapeutic monitoring and data collection method

A medical device (1) for the exercise of a user's respiratory functions comprises a conduit (2) for the exhalation and inhalation of air, first detection members (3) configured to detect a first plurality of signals representing the respiratory function values, an adjustment element (5) configured to adjust the intake of a flow of ambient air (F) into the conduit (2) as a function of the first plurality of detected signals and a control unit (6) connected to said first detection members (3) and to said adjustment element (5) in order to move the latter as a function of the detected signals. The medical device (1) further comprises second detection members (4) operatively applicable to specific body areas of the user in order to detect a second plurality of signals representing the respiratory and postural parameters of the user himself. The subject matter of the present patent application also relates to a non-therapeutic method for the exercise of a user's respiratory functions.

Apparatus to serve as a reminder for posture improvement

Disclosed is an apparatus that serves to alert an individual to a change in the individual's posture. A responder that provides an alerting signal to the wearer of the apparatus is mounted on an elastic band that is worn by the individual. When the individual's posture is correct, there is no alerting signal. When the individual's posture changes, and in particular by slouching, the elastic band stretches, a switch is then closed in the responder thereby completing an electrical circuit which generates an alerting signal such as a small buzz or tone to the wearer. In response to this signal, the wearer can correct posture and thus turn off the alerting signal.

Posture training machine

The machine provides for training a user in maintaining a correct posture when performing a physical exercise, and has a frame resting on the floor and which supports a number of exercise devices and a supporting surface for supporting part of the user's body. The main characteristic of the present invention lies in the machine having means for detecting a correct posture of the user and which are fitted to the supporting surface.

Portable reeducation apparatus allowing abdominal muscle development by reflex self-checking

Portable reeducation apparatus allowing abdominal muscle development by reflex self-checking. This apparatus is fixed around the waist and transmits an audible signal when the abdomen of the user is relaxed. The signal ceases when the user pulls in his stomach. The apparatus is composed of a belt 2 connected to a casing 1 containing an elastic switch device 3 allowing operation of a noise transmitter 4 powered by a battery 5. The apparatus is intended particularly for physiotherapists specialised in reeducation and for their patients.

Indoor waist twist exercise equipment

전자 체중계를 구비한 실내 허리 운동 기구가 개시된다. 일 실시예에 따르면, 상기 전자체중계를 구비한 실내 허리 운동 기구는, 전자 체중계, 상기 전자 체중계의 하부에 설치되며, 일단에 마련된 회전 축 및 상기 회전 축의 하단에 마련된 회전 구를 구비한 회전부, 상기 회전체의 하부에 이격되어 설치되며, 결합 홈부를 구비한 지지부 및 상기 전자 체중계에 의해 감지되는 무게가 미리 설정된 임계치를 초과하는 경우, 상기 회전 구와 상기 결합 홈부가 맞물리게 상기 회전부가 하강하도록 제어하는 제어부를 포함할 수 있다. An indoor waist exercise device equipped with an electronic scale is disclosed. According to an embodiment, the indoor waist exercise device provided with the electronic weight scale is an electronic weight scale, a rotating part installed under the electronic scale, and having a rotating shaft provided at one end and a rotating sphere provided at a lower end of the rotating shaft, the A control unit that is installed to be spaced apart from the lower part of the rotating body and controls the rotating part to descend so that the rotating sphere and the engaging groove are engaged when the weight sensed by the support part and the electronic scale exceeds a preset threshold. It may include.

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