GB2555106A - DeVoTe - exercise slippers for the prevention of DVT - Google Patents
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- GB2555106A GB2555106A GB1617536.6A GB201617536A GB2555106A GB 2555106 A GB2555106 A GB 2555106A GB 201617536 A GB201617536 A GB 201617536A GB 2555106 A GB2555106 A GB 2555106A
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
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- A63B21/00—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
- A63B21/00185—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resistance provided by the user, e.g. exercising one body part against a resistance provided by another body part
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- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
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- A63B21/0004—Exercising devices moving as a whole during exercise
- A63B21/00043—Exercising devices consisting of a pair of user interfaces connected by flexible elements, e.g. two handles connected by elastic bands
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- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
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- A63B21/055—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices using resilient force-resisters extension element type
- A63B21/0552—Elastic ropes or bands
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- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
- A63B21/00—Exercising apparatus for developing or strengthening the muscles or joints of the body by working against a counterforce, with or without measuring devices
- A63B21/40—Interfaces with the user related to strength training; Details thereof
- A63B21/4001—Arrangements for attaching the exercising apparatus to the user's body, e.g. belts, shoes or gloves specially adapted therefor
- A63B21/4011—Arrangements for attaching the exercising apparatus to the user's body, e.g. belts, shoes or gloves specially adapted therefor to the lower limbs
- A63B21/4015—Arrangements for attaching the exercising apparatus to the user's body, e.g. belts, shoes or gloves specially adapted therefor to the lower limbs to the foot
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
- A63B—APPARATUS FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, CLIMBING, OR FENCING; BALL GAMES; TRAINING EQUIPMENT
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- A63B21/40—Interfaces with the user related to strength training; Details thereof
- A63B21/4023—Interfaces with the user related to strength training; Details thereof the user operating the resistance directly, without additional interface
- A63B21/4025—Resistance devices worn on the user's body
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
- A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
- A61H2209/00—Devices for avoiding blood stagnation, e.g. Deep Vein Thrombosis [DVT] devices
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Abstract
A pair of slippers 2 with stretchable bands of elastic material 1 connecting the two shoes. The elastic is sewn into the footwear between the sole and insole of the shoe, so that it cannot be removed. The footwear is worn during exercises to stimulate blood flow through the legs, particularly during long periods of sitting. This is particularly intended for use during exercises to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) with the elastic bands providing tension and resistance.
Description
(54) Title of the Invention: DeVoTe - exercise slippers for the prevention of DVT Abstract Title: Footwear connected by elastic for resistance exercises (57) A pair of slippers 2 with stretchable bands of elastic material 1 connecting the two shoes. The elastic is sewn into the footwear between the sole and insole of the shoe, so that it cannot be removed. The footwear is worn during exercises to stimulate blood flow through the legs, particularly during long periods of sitting. This is particularly intended for use during exercises to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) with the elastic bands providing tension and resistance.
At least one drawing originally filed was informal and the print reproduced here is taken from a later filed formal copy.
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Description
Title: DVT exercise slippers
Name: DeVoTe
Background: This invention relates to slippers with elastic attachments, which encourages and assists exercise when in a fixed position for a lengthy time.
Flights: During long-haul flights when you are sitting for long periods of time, you are encouraged to perform regular lower leg exercises, to improve circulation. Various stretching exercises can help to stimulate blood flow through the legs and aid leg muscles, which can become stiff as a result of long periods of sitting. Without an aid, travellers can easily forget to carryout exercises, or those who remember, may only do so at the beginning of the flight or not periodically as advised.
Limited mobility: Individuals who have restricted mobility due to injury, disability, illness, or weight problems, are encouraged to exercise to promote good health and improve circulation. Where individuals are unable to perform exercises standing up, the slippers will assist and encourage exercise whilst in a seated position.
Elderly: Where elderly people are seated in the same position for a longtime, reducing the use of foot and calf muscles; regular leg movement needs to be encouraged, to reduce the risk of deep-vein thrombosis or other serious complications.
Statement of invention: To overcome these issues, the present invention proposes a pair of slippers connected by elastic, which encourages the wearer to carryout exercise of the lower leg muscles.
Advantages
1. It is comfortable and easy to put on.
2. It is light weight and can be easily carried in hand luggage.
3. It encourages and assists immobilised elderly people with exercise.
4. It encourages and assists periodic exercise whilst on a long haul flight.
5. Exercise can be done with minimal disturbance to other passengers.
6. Can be worn with flight compression socks.
A description of the drawings
Figure 1 shows: Shows how the elastic will be attached to the slipper.
1) Elastic
2) Slipper
It also shows the position of the first exercise: Toes should be pointed toward the head so that the calves of your legs are stretched, then relaxed.
Figures 2: In this exercise the legs are moved outward and inward.
Figure 3: In this exercise the feet are lifted and toes are moved in circular motions. They are moved clockwise and counter clockwise at the same time.
Figure 4: Here the legs are moved forward and backwards simultaneously.
Figure 5: This diagram shows the legs being lifted up and down alternatively.
Detailed description
The slippers are attached to each other by elastic (1). The elastic is sown between the sole and insole, to ensure that the slippers do not became detached from each other. Soft padded lining will be used to ensure that the slippers are comfortable whilst in use. The elastic is flexible, enabling the wearer to carryout exercise. When used, there is some tension on the elastic (tension). The slippers are slip on, making them easy to put on and take off in a confined space; but they are elasticated at the top to ensure that they stay on whilst in motion.
Claims (4)
1. A pair of slippers connected by elastic, which encourages the wearer to carryout exercise of the lower leg muscles
2. A pair of slippers according to claim 1, which cannot be unattached as the elastic is sown between the sole and insole of the slippers
3. A pair of slippers according to claim 1, in which the elastic attaching the slippers can be stretched during lower leg exercise
4. A pair of slippers according to claim 1, in which the elastic attaching the slippers provides some tension during exercise
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4. A pair of slippers according to claim 1, in which the elastic attaching the slippers provides some tension during exercise
Amendments to the claims have been filed as follows:
Claims
1. A pair of slippers connected by elastic, which encourages the wearer to carryout exercise of the lower leg muscles during long-haul flights; the device comprises of slippers attached by stretchable material, which lengthens and contracts when it is pulled during exercise; the slippers encourages the wearer to carry out leg exercises throughout the flight, as exercise will encourage blood flow through the legs, which is known to reduce the risks of deep vein thrombosis, which can occur when sitting for lengthy periods on long-haul flights.
2. A pair of slippers according to claim 1, which cannot be unattached as the elastic is sown between the sole and insole of the slippers
3. A pair of slippers according to claim 1, in which the elastic attaching the slippers can be stretched during lower leg exercise
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Citations (7)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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JPS6465056A (en) * | 1987-09-05 | 1989-03-10 | Toyota Motor Corp | Slurry composition for ceramic green sheet |
JPH08299494A (en) * | 1995-04-28 | 1996-11-19 | Yoshiaki Ichikawa | Health and exercise footwear with rubber band |
KR200248653Y1 (en) * | 2001-06-19 | 2001-11-16 | 박신창 | Athletic shoes |
US7087003B1 (en) * | 2005-02-09 | 2006-08-08 | Carol Katterjohn | Exercise system and method |
WO2009110706A2 (en) * | 2008-03-03 | 2009-09-11 | Jung Min-Ho | Lower-body muscle-strengthening pacing appliance for sports shoes |
CN202760293U (en) * | 2012-09-06 | 2013-03-06 | 肖志强 | Shoe for combined training |
CN105342050A (en) * | 2015-11-25 | 2016-02-24 | 金华职业技术学院 | Parallel shoes with spring sheet |
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Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
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JPS6465056A (en) * | 1987-09-05 | 1989-03-10 | Toyota Motor Corp | Slurry composition for ceramic green sheet |
JPH08299494A (en) * | 1995-04-28 | 1996-11-19 | Yoshiaki Ichikawa | Health and exercise footwear with rubber band |
KR200248653Y1 (en) * | 2001-06-19 | 2001-11-16 | 박신창 | Athletic shoes |
US7087003B1 (en) * | 2005-02-09 | 2006-08-08 | Carol Katterjohn | Exercise system and method |
WO2009110706A2 (en) * | 2008-03-03 | 2009-09-11 | Jung Min-Ho | Lower-body muscle-strengthening pacing appliance for sports shoes |
CN202760293U (en) * | 2012-09-06 | 2013-03-06 | 肖志强 | Shoe for combined training |
CN105342050A (en) * | 2015-11-25 | 2016-02-24 | 金华职业技术学院 | Parallel shoes with spring sheet |
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