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US 2014/0194266 A1Published application
Stretching Machine
AssigneeBoard of Regents, The University of Texas System
InventorsJoshu Raiten, Wayne Skloss
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Abstract
Certain embodiments are directed to a machine that stabilizes the lumbar spine in anatomic position while stretching the hamstrings, tensor fascia lata, and lliotibial (IT) band.
Claims7
A stretching machine comprising:
- (a) a platform having a lumbar support configured to support a lordotic position;
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- (b) a leg support having a thigh support portion and a foot support portion, wherein the thigh support portion and the foot support portion are connected by an adjustable portion;
- wherein, the leg support is moveably attached to the platform and configured so that a force can be applied down the long axis of the leg support by the foot portion when a subject is positioned in the machine maintaining the subject in a lordotic position.
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