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US 2026/0215992 A1Published application
Footrest apparatus
OwnerLinda L. Tanner-Johnson, Derrick M. Johnsoninventors
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Abstract
Systems and devices to enhance user comfort and support when seated in assistive mobility aids, such as rollator devices, are described herein, specifically, a footrest apparatus. The systems and devices herein cater to the unique requirements of individuals relying on mobility aids as well as caregivers.
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A retractable footrest system (100) configured to be attached to a mobility device, the system (100) comprising:
- a) a first mounting bracket (110) comprising a first end (111), a second end (112) opposite the first end (111), a third side (113), and a horizontal component (115) extending from the third side (113) between the first end (111) and the second end (112);
- wherein the first end (111) comprises an attachment component (116);
- b) a bar (130) comprising a first end (131) and a second end (132), wherein the first end (131) is pivotably connected to the horizontal component (115) of the first mounting bracket (110);
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- c) a second mounting bracket (120) comprising a first end (121), a second end (122) opposite the first end (121), and a horizontal component (125) extending from the first end (121), wherein the second end (132) of the bar (130) is configured to extend and connect the first mounting bracket (110) and the second mounting bracket (120);
- wherein the bar (130) is configured to extend and retract upon user actuation;
- wherein the bar (130) in an extended configuration is configured to support a user's legs such that the mobility device is configured to transport the user in a seated position.
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A footrest system (100) configured to be attached to a mobility device, the system (100) comprising:
- a) a first mounting bracket (110) comprising an attachment component (116);
- b) a bar (130) comprising a first end (131) and a second end (132), wherein the first end (131) is pivotably connected to the first mounting bracket (110);
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- c) a second mounting bracket (120), wherein the second end (132) of the bar (130) is configured to extend and connect the first mounting bracket (110) and the second mounting bracket (120);
- wherein the bar (130) is configured to support a user's legs such that the mobility device is configured to transport the user in a seated position.
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A retractable footrest system (100) configured to be attached to a rollator device, the system (100) comprising:
- a) a first mounting bracket (110) comprising a first end (111), a second end (112) opposite the first end (111), a third side (113), and a horizontal component (115) extending from the third side (113) between the first end (111) and the second end (112);
- wherein the first end (111) comprises an attachment component (116);
- b) a bar (130) comprising a first end (131) and a second end (132), wherein the first end (131) is pivotably connected to the horizontal component (115) of the first mounting bracket (110);
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- c) a second mounting bracket (120) comprising a first end (121), a second end (122) opposite the first end (121), and a horizontal component (125) extending from the first end (121), wherein the second end (132) of the bar (130) is configured to extend and connect the first mounting bracket (110) and the second mounting bracket (120);
- wherein at least one of the first mounting bracket (110) and the second mounting bracket (120) are clampably engageable with at least one of a first side of a mobility device frame or a second side of a mobility device frame;
- wherein the bar (130) is configured to extend and retract upon user actuation;
- wherein the bar (130) in an extended configuration is configured to support a user's legs such that the rollator device is configured to transport the user in a seated position;
- wherein the bar (130) is configured to be secured using the attachment component (116);
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- wherein the bar (130) comprises a telescoping bar comprising at least one of a serrated surface, a traction-increasing surface, a friction-increasing surface, or a grip-enhancing surface.
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