US2025352841A1PendingUtilityA1

Rehabilitation and exercise device

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Individually held — no corporate assignee on recordPriority: May 15, 2024Filed: May 15, 2024Published: Nov 20, 2025
Est. expiryMay 15, 2044(~17.8 yrs left)· nominal 20-yr term from priority
Inventors:Christopher T. Ellerbrake
A63B 2210/50A63B 2208/0228A63B 2208/0242A41D 20/00A63B 21/4035A63B 21/4034A63B 21/0608A63B 23/025A63B 21/0435A63B 21/4003A63B 21/00069A63B 21/0428A63B 2208/0233A63B 2208/0204A63B 21/00185A63B 21/0552A63B 21/0557
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Abstract

The present invention provides a resistance training and rehabilitation device. The device includes a headband strap, a rigid outer ring, and a plurality of elastomeric cords that provide resistance when a user manipulates the device with any one of the user's body parts to be exercised. When the user of the device manually engages the device and motions his or her body part being exercised, resistance is created that applies force causing exertion of the user's muscles. The device offers strength and range of motion exercise for various muscles of the user's body.

Claims

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What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband;   an outer ring;   a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the headband to the outer ring.   
     
     
         2 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein said headband is comprised of a flexible material. 
     
     
         3 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein said headband is constructed from nylon. 
     
     
         4 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein said headband is adjustable in length. 
     
     
         5 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , further comprising adjusters that are configured to modify the tension of said elastomeric cords. 
     
     
         6 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein said outer ring comprises detachable sections configured for disassembly and reassembly of said outer ring. 
     
     
         7 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein each of said elastomeric cords have a first end threaded through substantially evenly spaced apart holes in said headband and a second end affixed to said outer ring. 
     
     
         8 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 7 , wherein each of said elastomeric cords are affixed to said outer ring through an eyelet cord fastener. 
     
     
         9 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein each said elastomeric cord is bound by a hog ring. 
     
     
         10 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein each of said elastomeric cords is threaded through a corresponding orifice in said outer ring and into the interior of said outer ring, attaching to a fixed termination point inside said outer ring. 
     
     
         11 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein said headband strap is configured to be adjusted to loosen or tighten said headband around a user's head. 
     
     
         12 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein a wheeled cord lock stopper engages each of said elastomeric cords and is configured to modify the trajectory and tension of each elastomeric cord. 
     
     
         13 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein said outer ring is comprised of a lightweight plastic. 
     
     
         14 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 1 , wherein a reinforcing rod is housed within said outer ring to provide stability of said outer ring. 
     
     
         15 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 14 , wherein said reinforcing rod is constructed of fiberglass. 
     
     
         16 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband 
 an outer ring and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the headband to the outer ring; 
   securing the device to a user's head by way of securing the headband around the user's head;   grasping the outer ring by way of the user's hands, thereby holding said outer ring in a secure position;   manipulating the position of the device by hand to exercise the user's neck.   
     
     
         17 . The method as recited in  claim 16 , further including the step of the user employing head movement to apply pressure to the user's neck muscles. 
     
     
         18 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband 
 an outer ring and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the headband to the outer ring; 
   securing the device to a user's head by way of securing the headband around the user's head;   grasping the outer ring by way of the user's hands, thereby holding said outer ring in a secure position;   manipulating the position of the device by moving the user's head.   
     
     
         19 . The method as recited in  claim 18 , wherein the user holds the device in a static position to provide resistance against the force created by the moving of the user's head. 
     
     
         20 . The method as recited in  claim 18 , including the step of resting the outer ring against a wall to provide resistance against the force created by the moving of the user's head. 
     
     
         21 . The method as recited in  claim 18 , including the steps of:
 lying down on the floor and   resting the outer ring against the floor to provide resistance against the force created by the moving of the user's head.   
     
     
         22 . A rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband assembly;   a hub ring assembly;   an outer ring; and   a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub ring assembly to the outer ring.   
     
     
         23 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 22 , wherein the hub ring assembly comprises a hub ring and a handle and is secured inside the headband assembly. 
     
     
         24 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 23 , wherein the handle is secured to the hub ring by a plurality of handle retaining pins. 
     
     
         25 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 23 , wherein the handle may freely rotate within the headband assembly. 
     
     
         26 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 25 , wherein a locking pin is inserted into the hub ring assembly to restrict rotational movement of the hub ring assembly. 
     
     
         27 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 23 , wherein the handle is secured tightly to the headband assembly and cannot move relative to the headband assembly. 
     
     
         28 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 25 , wherein a tension adjustment knob restricts and allows movement of the handle relative to the headband assembly. 
     
     
         29 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 Providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband assembly; 
 a hub ring assembly comprising a hub ring and a handle; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub ring assembly to the outer ring; 
   grasping the handle and rotating the handle by hand.   
     
     
         30 . A rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a rotating hub assembly, wherein said hub assembly is comprised of two outer half hubs, a rotary hub ring, and a hub connection ring with a handle;   an outer ring; and   a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the rotating hub assembly to the outer ring.   
     
     
         31 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 30 , wherein at least one foam padding element is secured to the hub assembly. 
     
     
         32 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 30 , wherein one or more of the elastomeric cords are comprised of cording having varying gauge. 
     
     
         33 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 30 , further comprising a hub hook handle. 
     
     
         34 . A rehabilitation and exercise device according to  claim 30 , further comprising at least one weight attached to the outer ring. 
     
     
         35 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a rotating hub assembly, wherein said hub assembly is comprised of two outer half hubs, a rotary hub ring, and a hub connection ring with a handle; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the rotating hub assembly to the outer ring; 
   a user grasping the handle and rotating the handle to produce rotational movement.   
     
     
         36 . The method as recited in  claim 35 , including the step of attaching a weight to the outer ring. 
     
     
         37 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband assembly; 
 a hub ring assembly; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub ring assembly to the outer ring; 
   a user stabilizing the device with the user's first foot;   positioning the user's second foot on the inside of and against the hub ring assembly; and   raising and lowering the user's second foot against the resistance provided by the device.   
     
     
         38 . The method as recited in  claim 37 , wherein the user is performing the method in a sitting position. 
     
     
         39 . The method as recited in  claim 37 , wherein the user is performing the method in a lying position. 
     
     
         40 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband assembly; 
 a hub ring assembly inserted inside the headband; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub ring assembly to the outer ring; 
   a user stabilizing the device by positioning the user's first hand through the hub ring; and   the user grasping the outer ring with the user's second hand and exerting lateral force with the user's second hand.   
     
     
         41 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband assembly; 
 a hub ring assembly inserted inside the headband; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub ring assembly to the outer ring; 
   a user stabilizing the device by resting the device upon a seating surface; and   the user applying upward and downward force with the user's arm.   
     
     
         42 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a headband assembly; 
 a hub ring assembly inserted inside the headband; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub ring assembly to the outer ring; 
   a user stabilizing the device by resting the device between the user's legs;   grasping the hub ring that is mounted within the headband assembly; and   applying force with at least one of the user's arms.   
     
     
         43 . The method as recited in  claim 42 , wherein the force applied is a pulling force. 
     
     
         44 . The method as recited in  claim 42 , wherein the force applied is a pushing force. 
     
     
         45 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a rotating hub assembly; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub assembly to the outer ring; and 
   a user grasping the hub assembly and the outer ring with one hand; and   applying a squeezing force with the user's hand.   
     
     
         46 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a rotating hub assembly inserted inside the headband; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub ring assembly to the outer ring; 
   grasping by hand a hook that is releasably engaged with the hub assembly; and   exerting lateral force by pulling the hook.   
     
     
         47 . A method of exercising, the method comprising the steps of:
 providing a rehabilitation and exercise device comprising:
 a hub ring assembly, wherein said hub ring assembly comprises a hub ring and a handle; 
 an outer ring; and 
 a plurality of elastomeric cords that attach the hub ring assembly to the outer ring; 
   a user grasping the device by the handle;   a user bracing the device against a door frame; and   the user exerting lateral force with the user's hand.   
     
     
         48 . The method as recited in  claim 47 , wherein the force applied is a pulling force. 
     
     
         49 . The method as recited in  claim 47 , wherein the force applied is a pushing force.

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