US 12,453,903 B2 · Multi-axis balance trainer

Abstract

The present invention is a modular multi-axis balance trainer that includes a substantially flat deck forming a top portion having a substantially rigid member for stepping. A rigid bottom member is arranged beneath the substantially flat deck. The rigid bottom member is substantially dome-shaped and is configured to be placed on a surface. The rigid bottom member is configured to induce rotational instability on a user stepping on the substantially flat deck to challenge a balance of the user. The modular multi-axis balance trainer also includes a transversely extending opening that allows an insertion of a foot strap, securing the user during dynamic balance exercises. Additional features of the modular multi-axis balance trainer include thermoplastic polyurethane construction for the deck and dome structures, resilience to deformation, and multi-axial rotations enabled by the dome shape.

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Dependent claims

A modular balance training system comprising:

a substantially flat deck forming a top portion thereof, being formed of a substantially rigid member for stepping;
a rigid bottom member arranged beneath the substantially flat deck, the rigid bottom member being substantially dome-shaped, the substantially dome shape configured to induce a rotational force on a user when the rigid bottom member is placed on a surface;
a transversely extending opening adapted to receive and guide a support strap, the transversely extending opening extending through a body of the substantially dome shape of the rigid bottom member;
and
the support strap adapted to extend through the transversely extending opening;
wherein the rigid bottom member is configured to induce a rotational instability on the user stepping on the substantially flat deck to challenge a balance of the user.

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Multi-axis balance trainer

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Multi-axis balance trainer

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Abstract

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