Supine elevation cycle
First Claim
1. A therapeutic exercise device, comprising:
- a bench;
an extendible shaft with a first end and a second end;
an exercise operation assembly mounted on the first end of the extendible shaft;
the extendible shaft attached to an end of the bench using an axle affixed to the bench, operative to rotate the shaft around the fixed position of the axle;
the second end of the extendible shaft mounted within an arc-shaped channel, operative to move freely along the arc-shaped channel;
a motor controlled assembly affixed to the shaft and to the axle operative to rotate the extendible shaft such that the extendible shaft rotates through a pre-determined arc, maintaining the resultant position as commanded from a user input;
the motor controlled assembly is also operative to extend and retract the length of the extendible shaft;
the extendible shaft movable to position the attached exercise operation assembly attached to the first end of the shaft in the desired position for therapeutic exercise activity operations.
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Abstract
The Supine Elevation Cycle is uniquely designed to provide multiple levels of physical therapy, or if desired, a vigorous and effective cardiovascular workout while minimizing painful and damaging physical impact on the body'"'"'s major joints. The SEC features an elevated cycling device whereby the user exercises in a supine or reclined position while pedaling with the lower extremities positioned above the level of the heart. This results in a transfer of weight bearing stress from major joints to the large muscles in the calves, thighs, abdomen and back. With an adjustable back support, the user, utilizing the extension and angling features of the cycling device, can target numerous muscle groups of the body and extremities. Additional supine or upright positions with proper adjustment of the apparatus allow the targeting of muscle groups in the arms, shoulders, chest and back. Magnetic resistance in the exercise operation assembly affords a wide range of cycling resistance, from light stretching or controlled muscle therapy, to the most intense cardiovascular workout.
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20 Claims
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1. A therapeutic exercise device, comprising:
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a bench; an extendible shaft with a first end and a second end; an exercise operation assembly mounted on the first end of the extendible shaft; the extendible shaft attached to an end of the bench using an axle affixed to the bench, operative to rotate the shaft around the fixed position of the axle; the second end of the extendible shaft mounted within an arc-shaped channel, operative to move freely along the arc-shaped channel; a motor controlled assembly affixed to the shaft and to the axle operative to rotate the extendible shaft such that the extendible shaft rotates through a pre-determined arc, maintaining the resultant position as commanded from a user input; the motor controlled assembly is also operative to extend and retract the length of the extendible shaft; the extendible shaft movable to position the attached exercise operation assembly attached to the first end of the shaft in the desired position for therapeutic exercise activity operations. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
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9. A therapeutic exercise apparatus, comprising:
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a bench comprising an extendible shaft with a first end and a second end and a padded upper surface to support a user during operation; an exercise operation assembly mounted on the first end of the extendible shaft; the extendible shaft attached to an end of the bench using an axle affixed to the bench, operative to rotate the shaft around the fixed position of the axle; the second end of the extendible shaft mounted within an arc-shaped channel, operative to move freely along the arc-shaped channel; a user input keypad operable to enter position and adjustment information commands; a motor controlled assembly affixed to the shaft and to the axle operative to rotate the extendible shaft such that the extendible shaft rotates through a pre-determined arc, maintaining the resultant position as commanded from the user input keypad; the motor controlled assembly is also operative to extend and retract the length of the extendible shaft; the extendible shaft movable to position the attached exercise operation assembly attached to the first end of the shaft in the desired position for therapeutic exercise activity operations. - View Dependent Claims (10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16)
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17. A system to facilitate therapeutic exercise motion, comprising:
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a bench with a moveable and extendible shaft attached to one end of the bench by a fixed axle around which the extendible shaft rotates and maintains a pre-selected position; an exercise operation assembly mounted on the first end of the extendible shaft; the second end of the extendible shaft mounted within an arc-shaped channel, operative to move freely along the arc-shaped channel; a user input keypad operable to enter position and adjustment information commands; the extendible shaft positioning the exercise operation assembly in a position to provide for therapeutic and exercise motions utilizing the exercise operation assembly; the position and extension of the extendible shaft modifiable through user input on the user input keypad to present a program of therapeutic and exercise actions and motions designed to assist in strengthening and healing programs prescribed for an individual user. - View Dependent Claims (18, 19, 20)
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