MR. STEPHEN JAMES LOFY, OTR, HTC, PAM, SWC
Occupational Therapy at Davis Rd, Stockton, CA
License number
California OT 2373
Category
Restorative Service Providers
Type
Occupational Therapist
Address
Address
9107 Davis Rd, Stockton, CA 95209
Phone
(209) 478-6488
(209) 478-3916 (Fax)
(209) 478-3916 (Fax)
Professional information
Collapsible Walker Attachment For A Wheelchair
US Patent:
6467797, Oct 22, 2002
Filed:
Oct 11, 2000
Appl. No.:
09/689132
Inventors:
Stephen J Lofy - Stockton CA 95219
Richard E Jones - Antelope CA 95843
Richard E Jones - Antelope CA 95843
International Classification:
B26B 100
US Classification:
280647
Abstract:
A disclosed walker is a three sided framework allowing quick connect/disconnect to the frame of a conventional standard wheelchair. The walker is formed with a front and two side assemblies pivotally linked to the front assembly. When the walker is not connected to a wheelchair, the side assemblies and front assemblies pivot and collapse into a âzâ pattern forming a flat, compact package. For connection to a wheelchair, the sides assemblies unfold perpendicularly to the front assembly, and are locked into place by a horizontal crossbar. U-shaped securing clips located at the rear ends of the walkers side assemblies, drop over and straddle horizontal frame members of the wheelchair tightly grasping the wheelchairs frame members. The stability of the walker/wheelchair combination is enhanced by outward bends of the front vertical sections of the walker which terminate in swivel caster supports.