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Adjustable back support deviceAdjustable back support device description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20080153681, Adjustable back support device. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
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This application is a Continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/004,121, entitled “Adjustable Back Support Device,” filed on Dec. 6, 2004, which will issue as U.S. Pat. No. 7,309,304 on Dec. 18, 2007, the contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. Field of the Invention The invention relates to an adjustable body support device which applies supportive pressure to desired areas of a person's body in a manner which protects a prescribed area of the body from pressure due to contact with other objects. More particularly, the invention relates to an adjustable back support device which is portable and can be used basically anywhere, in any setting as needed to provide support for a person's back while avoiding the application of pressure or contact in a sensitive area such as where there is an injury or surgery has been performed. The device is useful for persons recovering from back surgery or those with a back injury. 2. Description of the Related Technology The present disclosure relates to applicants' U.S. Pat. No. 6,588,020 issued Jul. 8, 2003. The '020 patent is directed to a portable back support device for applying pressure to an area of a person's back while substantially eliminating pressure from a prescribed area of the back. A plurality of panels all connected to form a cover shaped to be placed on the back of a human torso are disclosed. The '020 patent references U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,547,251, 5,146,625 and 5,062,414 in the description of related technology. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONThe invention is directed to a portable support device for applying supportive pressure selectively such that a confined area is not subject to the supportive pressure of the other areas. The device also assists in reducing gravitational, or other, compression of the vertebrae in a person's spine. Other objects, advantages and novel features of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description of the invention when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGSFIG. 1 shows a plan view of one embodiment according to the invention. FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of one of the side panels of the invention. FIG. 3 shows a center panel. FIG. 4 is an exploded view of one embodiment of the invention. FIG. 5 shows a perspective view with the belt fastened. Continue reading about Adjustable back support device... Full patent description for Adjustable back support device Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Adjustable back support device patent application. Patent Applications in related categories: 20090286661 - Stride stretching apparatus and method - A unique apparatus designed to facilitate various types of stretches and exercise routines found in yoga, Pilates, fitness, and rehabilitation. The stride and leg stretching system has a one-size-fits-most design, allowing comfort in operation. The stride and leg stretching system is designed to increase range of motion of the ankle ... ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. Start now! - Receive info on patent apps like Adjustable back support device or other areas of interest. ### Previous Patent Application: Exercise assembly for a chair and a chair having such an exercise assembly Next Patent Application: Exercise training system providing programmable guiding track Industry Class: Exercise devices ### FreshPatents.com Support Thank you for viewing the Adjustable back support device patent info. IP-related news and info Results in 0.07882 seconds Other interesting Feshpatents.com categories: Novartis , Pfizer , Philips , Polaroid , Procter & Gamble , 174 |
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