| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 004571100 | Support for user, static | 88 |
| 20080222789 | Back Stress Reducing Kneeling Device - A bath aid is provided for supporting a person kneeling at a bathtub. The bath aid comprises a lower pad, a middle pad, and an upper pad which includes a tub attachment mechanism fixed to a bottom surface thereof. A first hinge mechanism pivotally connects a front edge of the lower pad to a lower edge of the middle pad, while a second hinge mechanism pivotally connects an upper edge of the middle pad to a lower edge of the upper pad. The bottom surface of the lower pad rests on a floor surface, while the bottom surface of the upper pad may be fixed to the bathtub by the tub attachment mechanism when in an open position. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20100037383 | BATH SYSTEM - A bath environment, such as a shower or a tub enclosure, has an outer wall and an area built into the outer wall that extends out of the bath environment. The area supports a user so that a user may pivot thereon to enter into the bath environment. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20110239364 | Portable Commode, Shower and Bath Wheelchair Apparatus - A portable commode, shower, and bath wheelchair apparatus comprising a first support frame, a second support frame, a mechanical interface interconnecting the first support frame to the second support frame thereby forming a first contiguous support member and a second contiguous support member. A seat assembly is slidingly attached to both the first contiguous support member and to the second contiguous support member. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20140289955 | Bathing Safety System and Method - A bathing safety system and method is disclosed. The bathing safety system may include, for example, a first rod extending horizontally a length of a bathing enclosure; a second rod arranged vertically extending from a front edge of the bathing enclosure and having a first end adapted for engaging the first rod; a third rod arranged horizontally extending a width of the bathing enclosure and having a first end adapted for engaging the first rod; an attachment mechanism disposed at the front edge of the bathing enclosure and adapted for engaging a second end of the second rod; and a plurality of wall anchors securing first and second ends of the first rod to opposing walls, and for securing a second end of the third rod to another wall of the bathing enclosure. | 10-02-2014 |
| 004572100 | For infant | 23 |
| 20090031490 | Child bath chair - A child bath chair includes a base member having a seating surface portion, and a back member having a backrest surface portion and detachably attached to the base member. | 02-05-2009 |
| 20090064408 | Baby Washing System & Method of Use Thereof - A new baby washing system & method of use thereof that generally comprises a main baby wash basin, a water pump device, a multitude of primary and secondary hoses, a multitude of hose fastening and retention clips and a multitude of optional hose tip spray attachments which combine to create the new and novel baby washing system disclosed herein which will allow warm water to be distributed onto the body of the baby during the washing process and thereby preventing the baby from becoming cold while also help entertain and occupy the baby during the washing process. | 03-12-2009 |
| 20090126101 | Portable foldable infant bathing and changing station and infant bathing and changing kit - A portable foldable infant bathing and changing station includes a tub member for holding at least one of a predetermined amount of water, an infant, and a combination thereof. Such tub member is manufactured from a first predetermined material and has a first predetermined size and a first predetermined shape. A plurality of leg members each have a first end and a second end and each of such first ends of such plurality of leg members are operably connected to an outer surface of such tub member at predetermined locations thereon for supporting such tub member at a predetermined height. Such leg members are manufactured from a second predetermined material and have a second predetermined size and a second predetermined shape. | 05-21-2009 |
| 20090158520 | Baby bath sink insert - A baby bathing apparatus comprising an easily stored, relatively planar expanse of material configurable into a relatively concave configuration for deployment at least partially within a basin, and a method of forming the same. A material and configuration of a deployed bathing apparatus comfortably and securely retain a baby during bathing. One or more fastening means can be employed to securely yet detachably retain the expanse in a deployed configuration, while also allowing the bathing apparatus to resume a non-deployed, relatively planar configuration. | 06-25-2009 |
| 20090158521 | Baby bath sink insert - A baby bathing apparatus comprising an easily stored, relatively planar expanse of material configurable into a relatively concave configuration for deployment at least partially within a basin, and a method of forming the same. A material and configuration of a deployed bathing apparatus comfortably and securely retain a baby during bathing. One or more fastening means can be employed to securely yet detachably retain the expanse in a deployed configuration, while also allowing the bathing apparatus to resume a non-deployed, relatively planar configuration. | 06-25-2009 |
| 20100101011 | Reconfigurable Tub Assembly - The present invention relates to a tub for bathing infants or children. The tub includes a receptacle for containing water and for receiving an infant. The tub also includes a selectively removable insert or positioning member that can be used to change the bathing area inside of the tub. When the positioning member is locked to the tub, the positioning member defines two separate infant seating positions within the tub. The positioning member is removable from the tub to allow the entire receptacle to be used. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20110041244 | Child bathing apparatus - The present invention provides improved apparatus for supporting and protecting an infant or small child during bathing. The apparatus includes a protective seat having plural protruding foam members in a radial pattern that when placed in a sink or other bathing basin, extend up the walls of the sink or basin and form a bowl shaped protective padding that provides 360 degree protection for the child. The base foam members have open spaces between them for providing for easy circulation and drainage of water. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110047692 | PORTABLE BABY CLEANING DEVICE - A baby cleaning device includes a container and a substantially flat portion attached to the container. The device further includes a cover attached to the flat portion by a hinge portion which allows the cover is movable relative to the flat portion. A first water tank positioned in the container for collecting used (waste) water and a second water tank positioned in the container and configured to contain water for baby cleaning. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110083261 | Bathtub comprising a bathtub seat for infants - The invention relates to bathtub comprising a bathtub seat ( | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110107511 | Standing baby shower seat - The embodiment of our shower seat comprises of a frame ( | 05-12-2011 |
| 20120311779 | Child Bathing Apparatus - An improved bath apparatus providing 360 degree protection during bathing, is comfortable, easier and safer to use than conventional bathing apparatus, and is collapsible for storage and support. The apparatus includes a protective seat having plural protruding foam members in a radial pattern that when placed in a sink or other bathing basin, extend up the walls of the sink or basin and form a bowl shaped protective padding that provides 360 degree protection for the child. The base foam members have open spaces between them for providing for easy circulation and drainage of water. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20130326805 | Infant Bathing Mat - An infant bathing mat comprising a non-slip top surface extending between a first end and a second end; a bottom surface opposing the non-slip top surface, where the bottom surface includes an adhesive layer to adhere the infant bathing mat to a base of a bathing basin; and an intermediate support between the non-slip top surface and the bottom surface, where the intermediate support form fits to an infant's body. The infant bathing mat accommodates safe bathing within a portable basin or a standard tub. | 12-12-2013 |
| 20140182057 | BATHING SEAT - A bathing seat for a child has a base provided with at least one sucker pad so that it can be adhered to the internal bottom surface of a bath, basin or sink. A collapsible superstructure is mounted on the base. The superstructure has a seat back coupled to the base, a divider coupled to the base at a position opposed to the seat back and a ring structure coupling the seat back and divider. A child to be bathed may be placed within the ring structure with its back against the seat back and its legs straddling the divider. At least the seat back is hollow and inflatable via a valve, and also deflatable via the valve allowing the superstructure to collapse on to the base. | 07-03-2014 |
| 20140259360 | Tub Assembly - The present invention relates to a tub for bathing infants or children. The tub includes a receptacle for containing water and for receiving an infant. The tub also includes a selectively removable insert, seat, or positioning member that can be used to change the bathing area inside of the tub. When the removable insert, seat, or positioning member is locked into the tub, the positioning member defines a smaller receptacle and an upright infant seating position within the tub. The positioning member is removable from the tub to allow the entire receptacle to be used. When the positioning member is removed from the tub a sling may be coupled to the tub to provide for a supine position suspended within the tub. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140338116 | CHILD BATHING ACTIVITY CENTER - A child bathing activity center apparatus includes entertainment features for engaging a child's attention during a bathing, and safety features for preventing or reducing the risk of harm to such child during the bathing, such as from slipping on the floor thereof. The apparatus may be received within a standard bathtub, and one or more apertures disposed in the walls of the apparatus permit water to freely pass and flow between the apparatus the standard bathtub. In this way, the apparatus does not need to be separately filled with water in order to be used. The apertures obviate the need to refill the apparatus during a bathing by precluding water from being operatively displaced therefrom. | 11-20-2014 |
| 20140345042 | BABY BATH-SUPPORT DEVICE - A baby bath-support device comprises a frame having a generally rigid body. The rigid body is adapted to be positioned on a surface of a bathing tub or sink. The frame has an opening in the upper portion. The opening comprises a peripheral edge. The opening also comprises a support panel made of a flexible material. The flexible material defines a concave support surface to support a baby laid thereon during bathing. The support panel contains perforations to allow fluid to flow through the support surface. The frame opening also comprises a connection arrangement between the frame and the support for hanging the support panel at the peripheral edge. The support panel is hung to the frame to partially cover the opening. | 11-27-2014 |
| 20140359932 | INCLINED CHILD BATH SUPPORT - An inclined bath support for a child in a bathtub comprising an inclined support, where the inclined support includes a top surface between two lateral surfaces; a seat positioned along the top surface; a top edge of the top surface, where the top edge is cushioned to support a neck of the child; a set of suction cups attached to a bottom surface of the inclined support, where the set of suction cups prevent the inclined support from sliding in the bathtub. The seat may be a raised cushion or a depressed groove to comfortably receive the child. During use, the inclined bath support provides a comfortable rest for the child, and cushions the neck to prevent soap from getting into the child's eyes. | 12-11-2014 |
| 20150040309 | JUVENILE TUB - A juvenile tub is configured to support an infant during bath time. The tub is foldable to assume a compact shape for storage. | 02-12-2015 |
| 20150101118 | COMBINATION INFANT BATHTUB AND SEAT - The combination infant bathtub and seat is a combination bathtub and retaining bathtub chair for use by an infant. The combination infant bathtub and seat includes a base, having opposed upper and lower surfaces and at least one sidewall projecting upwardly from a peripheral edge of the upper surface of the base. The at least one sidewall and the base define the bathtub basin for receiving water and the infant. Further, a chair is provided, the chair having a seat and a seat back. In one embodiment, the seat is integrally formed on the upper surface of the base, preferably by one-piece molding, such that the base, the at least one sidewall and the seat are all integrally molded together in one-piece formation. | 04-16-2015 |
| 20150313415 | Portable Bathing Assembly - A portable bathing assembly for bathing an infant at a selected height and a selected location includes a base that may be positioned on a support surface. A wheel is operationally coupled to the base. The wheel abuts the support surface so the wheel supports the base above the support surface. A leg is coupled to the base. The leg has an adjustable height. A saddle is selectively positionable on the leg. The saddle is supported above the base at a selected height. A tub is selectively positionable in the saddle so the saddle supports the tub. The tub may contain an infant so the infant may be bathed. | 11-05-2015 |
| 20150313416 | GATED BATH RING - An assistive bath ring for use by a child or adult to provide support for the user to sit in a bathtub. The bath ring comprises an essentially cylindrically shaped framework comprising a circular solid base, a circularly shaped ring attached to the base by height adjusting telescoping leg components; wherein the ring has a front and a rear; and further comprising a hinge in the circular shaped arm rail creating a gate to allow the circularly shaped ring arm rail to open and close. | 11-05-2015 |
| 20150359389 | BATHTUB FOR CHILDREN - The bathtub for children ( | 12-17-2015 |
| 20160007809 | Portable Pen Assembly | 01-14-2016 |
| 004573100 | Body type | 61 |
| 20100071124 | BATHTUB SUPPORT ACCESSORY - One embodiment of a bathtub support accessory may include a wedge shaped body member and at least one fastener. The wedge shaped body member may include a first wall, a second wall, a top wall, and a pair of side walls. The first wall may include a first top end portion and a first bottom end portion. The second wall may include a second top end portion and a second bottom end portion. The second wall may be inclined towards the first wall. The top wall may extend arcuately between the first top end portion of the first wall and the second top end portion of the second wall. The wedge shaped body member may further include at least one lip extension configured between the first bottom end portion and the second bottom end portion. The at least one fastener releasably may attach the wedge shaped body member to a bottom surface of the bathtub. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20100235980 | BATHTUB CUSHION WITH SILICONE GEL AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A bathtub cushion includes a mat sized and shaped to fit on a bottom and a side of a bathtub and having a top and a bottom. One or more attachment devices are coupled to the bottom of the mat to retain the mat on the bottom and the side of the bathtub. One or more silicone gel packs are coupled to the top of the mat and constrained by the mat. The mat circumscribes the one or more silicone gel packs. | 09-23-2010 |
| 20120233766 | SUBMERSIBLE BATH LOUNGER - A submersible bath lounger includes a base section having a soft padded area and a plurality of traction units configured to secure the lounger to a bottom portion of a bathtub. The submersible bath lounger also includes an adjustable back section having an integrated headrest and lower back support area and a hinge section disposed between the base and back sections in order to provide a means for adjusting the angle of the back section, and a frame assembly positioned within each of the base section and back section for providing rigidity to the lounger. | 09-20-2012 |
| 20140130247 | FULL BODY BATH MAT - Implementations of a full body mat are provided. In some implementations, the full body mat comprises a plurality of circular-shaped cushions, wherein each of the plurality of circular-shaped cushions has one or more suction cups on the back to secure the cushion to a surface. Each of the plurality of circular-shaped cushions can be =sized based on the location of the cushion. Furthermore, each of the plurality of circular-shaped cushions is filed with a material to provide support. | 05-15-2014 |
| 004574100 | Foot | 1 |
| 20110010837 | Adjustable Footrest Mounting System - A footrest mounting system is disclosed. In one embodiment, the footrest mounting system comprises: a mounting platform that is coupled to a footrest; a mounting arm that is coupled to the mounting platform at a proximal end; and a lower body having at least one mounting depression in which the mounting arm is disposed within such that the footrest is positioned at an incline relative to the lower body. | 01-20-2011 |
| 004575100 | Head or back | 6 |
| 20090025137 | Bath comfort bed - The invention relates to a Bath Comfort Bed and consists of 3 parts. The headrest with, or without massage-function, the back and the seat. On the bottom side of the Bath Comfort Bed are sucking cups attached used to make sure the entire bed will be sufficiently fastened/fixed to the bath side. On the bottom side of each part are 2 valves, 1 for air and 1 for liquid(s) used to fill the bed with liquid(s) and/or air. On the back support and the seat are several partitions with open spaces used for stabilisation. The Bath Comfort Bed has been made of flexible plastic. The topside of the Bath Comfort Bed has a rough structure to prevent slipping. The headrest, back support and seat can be separated from each other and used individually. The Bath Comfort Bed needs to be used to give more comfort to bathing and to let children bath more safely. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090089925 | SPA SHELL PILLOW - A pillow having an arched elongated body with a front surface and a back surface, the front surface receiving a user's head, the back surface having at least two pillow bases, the arched elongated body forming an air gap between the at least two pillow bases to provide space for deflection of the arched elongated body when receiving the user's head. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090089926 | SPA SHELL PILLOW - A pillow having an arched elongated body with a front surface and a back surface, the front surface receiving a user's head, the back surface having at least two pillow bases, the arched elongated body forming an air gap between the at least two pillow bases to provide space for deflection of the arched elongated body when receiving the user's head. | 04-09-2009 |
| 20090241255 | SPA WALL MOUNTED WATER JET NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGER - A spa wall mounted head rest directs a curved sheet of water against a user's neck and shoulders. The head rest is fed by two laterally spaced apart water flows and includes an internal manifold to uniformly direct the flows across a curved outlet. The resulting curved flow is uniformly directed against the user's neck and shoulders. The head rest has a curved back to allow mounting in a corner of the spa wall and includes an easily removable and replaceable head rest cover allowing easy maintenance. | 10-01-2009 |
| 20110131721 | BATHTUB BACK SUPPORT SYSTEMS - A back rest device for a bathtub comprising a rest member having a front surface and a back surface, at least one suction cup, a cover with pockets, and at least one insertable pillow. The rest member is placed against a bathtub back and on a cushioned bathmat that suctions to the floor of the bathtub. The suction cups are attached to the back surface of the rest member to facilitate the attachment of the rest member to the bathtub back. The cover with pockets is attached to the front surface of the rest member and the insertable pillow is placed inside the pockets to create additional comfort. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20120324642 | CUSHION SYSTEM FOR A WASHING/BATHING TUB - A method for providing a cushion and tub assembly is provided and comprises obtaining a cushion with magnets within the cushion. The method also comprises obtaining a metallic member, the metallic member magnetically attracting to the magnets in the cushion. The metallic member is permanently secured to a hidden surface of a tub at a location corresponding to a desired location of the cushion on the exposed surface of the tub. The tub and cushion are provided with a cushion being releasably connectable to the exposed surface of the tub at the desired location by attraction forces between the magnets and the metallic member through the tub wall. | 12-27-2012 |
| 004576100 | Hand grip | 20 |
| 20080222790 | BATH AND SHOWER ASSIST MEANS - Assist means to aid users of bath and shower facilities; said means having installation independent of the typical screw type wall fasteners. Assist means comprising a horizontal grip bar having longitudinal, lateral, and vertical restraints. The longitudinal restraints consist of compressible means rotatively attaching to each extremity of the grip bar. Said lateral restraints comprise tensile means, suction cups, or like means, securing the grip bar to an enclosure wall parallel to the bar. During installation the grip bar is rotated about its longitudinal axis, causing the compressible means at each extremity to forcefully engage an enclosure wall. The vertical restraints connect to the grip bar and to lower compressible means that secure said restraints to the rim of a bathtub. A tub entry-exit bar and lift bar attaching to said grip bar provide safe assistance for the user. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080222791 | Apparatus for Use With Spas - An apparatus having a tray, a towel rack and a handrail is provided for use with a spa of a type having a bottom with sidewalls extending upwardly from the bottom to form an enclosure for holding water. A base member is disposed on a horizontal floor below and adjacent to the sidewalls of the spa. A vertically disposed post member operatively attached to the base member and a handrail operatively attached to a top portion of the post member, the handrail being transversely disposed with respect to the post member. A horizontally disposed tray is pivotally attached to the post and a towel bar is attached to the post. Structures are provided for securing the preferred embodiment of the invention to a spa. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080244824 | BATHTUB SAFETY APPARATUS - A bathtub safety apparatus particularly useful for helping a user to get into and out of a bathtub safely. The apparatus providing a hand hold that reduces the chances of accidental slips and falls. The hand hold made of a braided chain of rope that is suspended from the ceiling. This braided chain of rope being detachable from the ceiling for washing. | 10-09-2008 |
| 20080301868 | BATHTUB INSERT - A bathing insert for use with a bathing space, the bathing insert comprising a body including first and second end walls, first and second side walls extending between the end walls, and a support wall connecting first edges of the end walls and the side walls. The walls define an open edge and an interior area of the body. A seat including a sit portion extending generally inward from the first end wall and a seatback portion extending from the support wall to the sit portion, wherein the sit portion and the seatback portion connect to define the seat. The body is positionable in a first orientation for use as a shower seat and a second orientation for use as a bathtub. When the body is in the first orientation, the open edge is positionable on a support surface, and when the body is in the second orientation, the support wall is positionable on the support surface such that the interior area is accessible by a user. | 12-11-2008 |
| 20090205123 | GRAB BAR ANCHOR ASSEMBLY - A grab bar is attached to a wall of a shower enclosure with at least one anchor assembly. When installed, a grab bar mount flange covers the anchor assembly from view. The anchor assembly includes a flange collar with a collar bore and a jackscrew that is received within the collar bore. The flange collar is installed within an opening formed within the wall of the shower enclosure. A position of the jackscrew can be adjusted without having to remove the flange collar from the wall. Once properly adjusted, a fastener is inserted through the grab bar mount flange, flange collar, and jackscrew for securement to a wall structure behind the shower enclosure. | 08-20-2009 |
| 20090205124 | NON-CIRCULAR SECTION GRAB BAR - A grab bar for attachment to a bathroom wall structure includes a body member that extends between first and second ends. The body member is defined by a non-circular cross-section. | 08-20-2009 |
| 20090205125 | PLASTIC BATH BAR - This disclosure relates to a grab bar assembly that includes a bar extending along a longitudinal direction. The bar includes opposing legs extending away from a front side to a rear side and terminating in a base. The base provides a surface that seals against a wall. The bar is a non-reinforced structure having no internal metallic reinforcing members. In one example, the bar is constructed from a gas-assisted injection molding process that creates a hollow within the bar. The bar includes a gripping area on the rear side, and is over-molded with a thermo plastic elastomer in one example. A single attachment feature, such as a lag screw, is provided at each of the opposing legs to secure the grab bar to the wall. An aesthetic cover is secured to the bar to enclose the fastening element. | 08-20-2009 |
| 20090205126 | SEALING ARRANGEMENT FOR BATH BAR - A grab bar is disclosed for use in a bathing area. The grab bar includes a longitudinal bar extending to a leg that includes a base configured to be secured to a wall. The leg includes a hole, and a fastener is receive in the hole and extends through the base to the wall. A seal is supported by the base and surrounds the hole to seal the grab bar relative to the wall. An insert is arranged in the hole for reinforcement and is in an interference relationship to the leg to provide a seal there with. A flexible washer is arranged between the fastener and the insert or leg to seal a head of the washer relative to the leg. | 08-20-2009 |
| 20090211013 | GRAB BAR ASSEMBLY - A grab bar body is configured to have an overall shape that is defined by an inner peripheral surface and an outer peripheral surface. The grab bar body defines an open center space that is entirely bounded by the inner peripheral surface. In one example, the grab bar body has an overall shape that corresponds to an oval shape, with the open center space having a corresponding oval shape. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090211014 | GRAB BAR WITH INSERT - A grab bar includes a front facing side and a wall facing side that is opposite from the front facing side. The grab bar is attached to a wall structure with at least one mounting assembly at the wall facing side. A removable decorative insert is supported by the front facing side. The removable decorative insert is easily removed and replaced by other decorative inserts as needed without having to remove the grab bar from the wall structure. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090211015 | FASTENER CONCEALMENT CAP FOR GRAB BAR ASSEMBLY - A grab bar assembly includes tabs which engage respective pockets to position a cap within a grab bar recessed area. The tabs and pockets position the cap while a locking tab secures the cap within the recessed area. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090211016 | BATH ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY - A bath accessory assembly includes a bar and a seal. The bar includes at least one mounting surface having a groove and a plurality of tabs disposed about a sidewall of the groove. The seal is received within the groove of the mounting surface. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090211017 | GRAB BAR ASSEMBLY FOR SHOWER AND THE LIKE - A grab bar assembly according to an exemplary aspect of the present invention includes: a grab bar having a first aperture and a second aperture defined along an axis; a post which receives the grab bar; an insert which pass through the first aperture and abut the second aperture; and a fastener mounted through the post and the second aperture along the axis, the fastener receivable into the insert to retain the grab bar within the post. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20090217452 | Grab Bar Assembly - Grab rail assemblies are disclosed for mounting on walls, such as the tiled walls of a showering area or a mud room. The assemblies are designed to aesthetically meld with the surrounding environment by having a front tile mounting panel. They may also be provided with a drainage system to avoid water collecting long term within the rail when the rail is used in a shower. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20110239365 | BATH AND SHOWER SUPPORT SYSTEM - Bath and shower support systems for a bath or shower enclosure consisting of adjustable grab bars bearing on adjustable lower supports and laterally connecting to a parallel tiled wall by suction cups clamped to the tile by locking means. An adjustable length upward extending grab bar attaches to the lower grab bar with its upper extremity attaching to the tiled wall by connection means that includes a suction cup. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20140359933 | Bath Safety Rail - A bath safety rail for being engaged to and disengaged from a bath surface. The bath safety rail includes a base, a handle on the base, first and second suction cups opposing the handle, cam followers on the suction cups that extend into the base, and cams in the base to engage and draw up the cam followers and suction cups to thereby create suction. The handle is two-piece where the pieces are separated by a handle plane, where each axis of each suction cup is in the handle plane. | 12-11-2014 |
| 20150327728 | Adjustable Shower Safety Handle Device - An adjustable bathing facility safety handle device positions across an opening into a bathtub bathing facility providing a handle to support a person when needed. The device includes a bathing facility having a pair of opposed faces. Each of a pair of rails is coupled to an associated one of the opposed faces. Each of a plurality of apertures is positioned in an associated one of the rails. A handle is elongated and comprises a medial section and a pair of outer sections. Each of the outer sections is insertable into a selectable one of the apertures in an associated one of the rails wherein the handle is positionable at a selectable position extending between the rails. | 11-19-2015 |
| 004577100 | Mounted on tub, only | 3 |
| 20090025138 | Cushioned Bath Lounger - A cushioned bath lounger adapted for use in a bathtub, or spa, and positioned proximate to the back surface of the bathtub. The cushioned bath lounger presenting a resting place for the head and shoulders of a reclined bather. The lounger having first and second support rails anchored to each side of the bathtub. A flexible support member is positioned between and attached to each support rail. The flexible support member has a first chamber with a visco-elastic pad positioned within to support the bathers head. The flexible support member may also include a second chamber configured to be inflated by air. The air filled second chamber then provides gentle floatation support to the reclined bather when immersed in a bath. The flexible support of the lounger may be adjustably positioned between the support rails and locked in place. The lounger may also be configured such that the flexible support may glide freely along the support rails to provide a rocking motion to the reclined bather. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090211018 | BATH TUB RAIL - A bath tub rail assembly for use on a bath tub sidewall includes a hand grip and a clamping device. The hand grip and the clamping device are adjustably connected such that the hand grip may be adjusted in both height and angular orientation relative to the bath tube sidewall when the bat tub rail assembly is attached thereto. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20100146697 | HANDLE ARRANGEMENT - In a handle arrangement, in particular an aid to help persons rise, for example in the bathroom area, having a gripping rod ( | 06-17-2010 |
| 004578100 | Seat | 30 |
| 20080229492 | Reclining foldable shampoo chair for a bath - A reclining, foldable and adjustable chair and adjustable neck support for use in a bathtub or a shower stall for shampooing or dyeing hair. The shampoo chair has a seat member hingedly connected to a back member by adjustable hinge devices. An adjustable neck rest member is connected to the back member for supporting the user's neck; and the neck rest member is connected to the back member by adjusting rods, wherein each of the adjusting rods includes a ball joint for allowing the neck rest member to pivot, which allows the neck of the user to be in a more comfortable position while the user's hair is being washed or dyed. The neck rest member also includes a neck rest extension for extending the neck rest member in order to accommodate different size necks. | 09-25-2008 |
| 20080263760 | FOLDABLE BATH SEAT - A foldable bath seat includes at least a seat member and two leg assemblies each having two legs connected with a crossbar. Each of the crossbars is pivotally mounted to a bottom seat portion to allow the legs to pivot between a folded position and a downwardly extended position. | 10-30-2008 |
| 20090025139 | PREFORMED STRUCTURAL SUPPORT FOR TILE - A preformed structural support for ceramic tile for use in constructing a horizontal support surface, such as a seat or a foot rest in a shower or the like installation environment is provided. The preformed structural support includes a base of a corrosion-resistant material that can be trimmed to conform to the irregularities of the structural walls to which it is to be installed against. The base includes tile receiving sides that are textured and are ready for the application of tile using a suitable adhesive, such as a thinset compound. The preformed structural support is installed without the use of penetrating fasteners, thereby preserving the integrity of the waterproofing of the shower. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090139021 | Bathing chair with fixing clamp assembly - A bathing chair with a fixing clamp assembly comprises a front frame and a rear frame, having horizontal rods, a seat, several gliding blocks, a backrest, a handle, and a fixing clamp assembly. The fixing clamp assembly further comprises an upper plate, laid on an edge of a bathtub, an outer plate, attached to the upper plate and leaning against an outer side of a bathtub wall, a connecting tube, having an outer end, which is fastened to an upper side of the upper plate, a holding arm, shaped like the letter L and having a lateral end, which has an inner thread and is inserted into an inner end of the connecting tube, a holding plate, which is fastened to a lower end of the holding arm and leans against an inner side of the bathtub wall, and a threaded rod, passing through the connecting tube and engaging with the inner thread. By turning the threaded rod, the holding plate is fastened on the bathtub wall and released therefrom to be able to glide thereon. | 06-04-2009 |
| 20100031436 | Bathtub seat - A bathtub seat that includes a platform upon which a bather sits formed from a plurality of watersealed planks. The planks are chosen of an appropriate length which length corresponds to the width of the bathtub. The platform planks are attached to feet, which feet rest on the top of the bathtub. The back edge of the platform includes a guide rail with a guide slot. The guide slot is utilized to position suction cups which suction cups are employed to adhere the platform to the back wall above the bathtub. Attached to the back of the suction cups are studs and nuts, which are used to attach the suction cups to the guide rails. The suction cups are positioned along the guide rails by loosening the stud from the nut, moving the suction cup along the guide slot and thereupon re-tightening. Once the suction cups are positioned appropriately for the particular application, the bathtub seat is positioned over the bathtub with the feet on the top of the tub. The suction cups are moistened and adhered to the back wall above the tub. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100031437 | Cushioning device for use in a water container - A Cushioning device for use in a water container has an enclosable envelope including a zipper member for opening and closing a portion of the envelope. Padding material is attached to the inner surface of the envelope; and a plurality of pebble members placed within the envelope, such that the cushioning device is adapted to be placed within and sink to the bottom of a water container, and is adapted to be used as a cushion for a person to sit thereupon. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100037384 | BATH SYSTEM - A bathing environment such as a shower or a tub, has a knee wall in a wall of the environment, a stanchion disposed across from the knee wall, and a bench supported by the knee wall and the stanchion so a user may slide across said bench into said bathing environment. According to an embodiment of the invention, the stanchion has a groove having a depth equal to a thickness of the bench for receiving the bench therein while maintaining a flush surface across the stanchion and the bench to allow a user to slide thereacross. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100037385 | BATH SYSTEM - A bath environment, such as a tub or shower, has a seat upon which a user sits, and a first panel, usually glass, for enclosing a first portion of the bath environment proximal to the seat. The first panel has a width roughly correlated to a width of the seat to allow a user easy access to the seat and to the panel to manipulate the panel. The invention also has a second panel for enclosing a second portion of the bath environment. The second panel has a hinge and a pair of partitions connected by the hinge so that the partitions pivot about the hinge to allow access to the bath environment distal from the seat. Also included is a stanchion that is disposed on and extends upwardly from an outer edge of the bath environment to a given height. The first panel has a length that extends downwardly from an upper region of the bath environment and ends at the height of the stanchion. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100101012 | Bathing unit apparatus - Embodiments described herein relate to a bathing unit that sits in a bathtub and helps the elderly, handicapped and/or persons with problems that need assistance getting in and out of a bathtub. The bathing unit is a lightweight frame system that comprises four stair-stepped seated levels. | 04-29-2010 |
| 20100122408 | ADJUSTABLE PADDED CHAIR - A padded seat is described that includes a top surface, a bottom surface, a compartment disposed between the top surface and the bottom surface, a closeable opening to fill the compartment with a fluid, a plurality of through holes which pass through the top surface, compartment, and bottom surface, and a non-slip element disposed on the top surface. | 05-20-2010 |
| 20100251475 | BATHTUB TRANSFER BENCH - A bathtub transfer bench includes a clamp member having a first arm for engaging an inner wall of a bathtub and a second arm for engaging an outer wall of the bathtub. A support member includes a substantially horizontal bench member and a pair of downwardly extending legs for supporting the bench member adjacent to the outer wall of the bathtub. A coupling mechanism releasably couples the support member to the clamp member. | 10-07-2010 |
| 20100275365 | Portable chair kit for completely bathin oneself in sittin position - A portable chair kit for bathing people completely, oneself, and in sitting position is disclosed. The portable chair kit includes a plastic chair, which is now in mass production for outdoor residential use, a tray secured to feet of the chair, a tub mat with suction caps on the bottom surface for securing with bathtub, and a Velcro fasteners on the upper surface for fastening with said tray to provide fixing said chair in the bathtub, a water supply means, and means of a bathtub accessories. All parts of the portable chair kit, except said tray, are in production for sale. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20120030870 | Full perineal wash system with removable seat - Apparatus for a perineal wash system includes a seat with a pair of pads spaced apart front to back to define a gap. The pads and frame define front and rear access areas dimensioned to allow a caregiver to access the perineal area of a seated person. In various embodiments at least one pad is movable sideways and may include a biasing spring, an operating handle, and/or a latch. The seat is suitable for a shower chair, a wall-mounted chair, and a bathtub chair. A gas spring optionally lifts one end of the seat. In one embodiment a perineal washer is supported adjacent the seat. The washer receives a nozzle of a sprayer and redirects the spray through a movable conduit to direct liquid upward to the perineum. In one embodiment a commode pot below the seat has a gap sufficient to avoid pinching dangling body parts. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120192351 | ADAPTATION TO AN ASSISTIVE DEVICE - Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to transfer benches and, more particularly, to a transfer bench adapted to facilitate the movement into and out of an enclosure, such as a bathtub, by persons having limited mobility. In one embodiment of the present invention, a transfer bench comprises a first seating section, a second seating section rotatably coupled to said first seating section and configured to rotate from and between a substantially horizontal position to a substantially vertical position, wherein the second seating section cannot rotate more than about 90 degrees from the horizontal position, a first plurality of legs configured to support the first seating section, a second leg configured to support the second seating section, and a back support member extending from a side of the first seating section perpendicular to an axis of rotation of the second seating section. | 08-02-2012 |
| 20120233767 | BATH CHAIR - The present invention relates to a bath seat. The bath seat has a top and a pair of centrally disposed and spaced-apart drainage holes in communication with the top. The top of the seat includes a channel extending between the drainage holes. The channel has an enlarged first end, an enlarged second end and a connecting portion connecting the ends of the channel together. Fluid entering into the channel is directed to the drainage holes and thereby drains from the seat. | 09-20-2012 |
| 20130205492 | FOLDABLE HOT TUB SEAT - A selectively removable and foldable hot tub seat system that is movable to provide additional free area with the hot tub such as when aquatic exercise is desired in the hot tub, and yet can be readily returned into position for seating when a more relaxing use of the hot tub is desired. The foldable hot tub seat system also includes a seat that has an adjustable height, allowing for use by users of differing heights and/or seat height preferences. The hot tub seat system does not require any mounting hardware and may be installed, removed, and adjusted without requiring any tools. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20140230139 | ADJUSTABLE BATHTUB CHAIR - A bathtub assembly may include a bathtub, a handrail, a draining hole and an adjustable bathtub chair. In one embodiment, the bathtub can be a regular bathtub, and in another embodiment, the bathtub can be a walk-in bathtub that is more easily for the user to enter and exit. In an exemplary embodiment, the seat can gradually slide along the base and the user can stop the movement of the seat according to his/her preferences. The user can further turn the bathtub chair into a recliner to significantly enhance the comfort level during bathing. The user can also have a deeper soaking in the bathtub when the bathtub chair becomes a recliner. | 08-21-2014 |
| 20140331400 | BATH AID STRUCTURE AND BATH AID ASSEMBLY - A bath aid structure for use with a bathtub includes a first plate, a handle disposed on top of the first plate, and a second plate. The first plate is mounted on top of two sidewalls of the bathtub and includes a bend portion disposed on the first plate and having an opening corresponding in position to a cavity of the bathtub; a first pivotal connection portion disposed inside the bend portion and positioned distal to opening; and a first engagement portion positioned proximate to the opening. The second plate is received in the bend portion and includes a second pivotal connection portion corresponding in position to the first pivotal connection portion, such that the second plate is pivotally coupled to the first plate; and a second engagement portion corresponding in position to the first engagement portion, such that the second plate is movably fixed to the first plate. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20140331401 | BATH CHAIR - The present invention relates to a bath seat. The bath seat has a top and a pair of centrally disposed and spaced-apart drainage holes in communication with the top. The top of the seat includes a channel extending between the drainage holes. The channel has an enlarged first end, an enlarged second end and a connecting portion connecting the ends of the channel together. Fluid entering into the channel is directed to the drainage holes and thereby drains from the seat. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20150033467 | SUPPORT FOR BATHING ASSISTANT - It is an object of the invention to provide devices for supporting a caregiver (referred to herein as a “bathing assistant”) while assisting an infant, child, or other individual, or a pet or other animal, in need of assistance during bathing in a conventional bathing tub. | 02-05-2015 |
| 004579000 | Supported by tub, only | 10 |
| 20080196154 | PADDED SHOWER SEATS - A padded shower seat for use when showering, the shower seat comprising a seat element having one or more openings therein, and a padded element engaged with the seat element, the padded element including one or more integrally formed projections push-fit received in a respective said opening and at least one reinforcing element associated with at least one said projection for preventing or inhibiting unintentional disengagement of the padded element from the seat element, or damage to the padded element, during lateral urging of the padded element parallel to the seat element. A water-resistant padded element and a reinforcing element are also provided. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20090193576 | Simply-Assembled Bath Chair - A simply assembled bath chair includes a seat, a backrest, two backrest support racks, and four chair legs. The seat has a bottom surface provided with two tube frames inserted by the chair legs, and four fixing bases inserted by the backrest support racks of the backrest. The connecting ends of the tube frames and the chair legs are correspondingly formed with a conical portion. Each of the connecting ends of the tube frames is sleeved with a first screwing member, while each of the connecting ends of the chair legs is sleeved with a second screwing member correspondingly screwed to the first screwing member. After the connecting ends of the tube frames and the chair legs are connected to each other, the second screwing member of the chair legs is screwed to the first screwing member of the tube frames, so that the chair legs are moved upward by the second screwing member. As a result, the connecting ends of the tube frames and the chair legs can be tightly matched with each other, so as to stabilize the support of the chair legs without any loosening or risk of shaking. When the seat, the backrest, the backrest support racks, and the chair legs are detached from and stacked with each other, the storage and transportation cost of the bath chair can be substantially reduced. | 08-06-2009 |
| 20090288249 | BATHTUB SEAT - A bathtub seat structure is disclosed, having an continuous, compliant and highly frictional bottom surface, and a zero buoyancy to maximize resistance to lateral slippage when in contact with the bottom of a bathtub also having, a long and narrow rest for a users seat that also has steep open ended ends, steep sides and highly frictional surfaces. The seat is also self supporting and of hollow construction that allows air to freely escape when submerged to stop the seat from floating and also allows water to freely escape when the water level is reduced for cleanliness reasons. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20100115692 | BATHTUB CUSHION WITH ELASTOMERIC GEL AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A bathtub cushion has a mat sized and shaped to fit on a bottom of a bathtub. A cushion is coupled to and constrained by the mat. The cushion further comprises a plurality of separate and distinct cushions. The mat circumscribes the plurality of separate and distinct cushions. At least one attachment device is coupled to the mat to retain the mat on the bottom of the bathtub. The mat and the cushion include at least one aperture extending therethrough. | 05-13-2010 |
| 20100251476 | SLIDABLE SEAT ASSEMBLY FOR A BATHTUB - A seat assembly for sliding along opposing rims of a bathtub is disclosed. The seat assembly includes a seat member, a friction element affixed to the seat member so as to extend under the seat member, and a flexible slider affixed to the seat member so as to also extend under the seat member. The slider and friction element are positioned and configured so that in a first state, if the seat member is positioned on the opposing rims without additional weight on the seat member, the slider holds the friction element up off a rim while facilitating sliding of the seat member along a rim. In a second state, if the seat member is positioned on the opposing rims with a human weighing over 50 pounds sitting on the seat member, the friction element can contact the rim and thereby impede sliding of the seat member along a rim. | 10-07-2010 |
| 20100325790 | ROTATABLE AND POSITIONABLE BATHING SEAT - A rotatable and positionable bathing seat includes a rotating device and a positioning device between a cushion and a base. The rotating device includes an upper turntable connected to the bottom of the cushion, a lower turntable connected to the base, and balls between the upper and lower turntables. The lower turntable includes positioning holes. The positioning device includes a fixing plate connected to the bottom of the cushion, a press plate pivotally connected to the fixing plate, a pivoting portion disposed at the middle of the press plate and an end of the pivoting portion forming a force applying portion, and an elastic element installed between the force applying portion and the fixing plate, and another end of the pivoting portion passed into or separated from a positioning pin in the positioning hole, such that the bathing seat can rotate and position the cushion at the base. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110308005 | Method and apparatus for bathing - Disclosed herein is a swiveling seat for a bathtub or bathtub/shower combination. The rotating seat has a support structure that locates the seat securely above, and on the sidewall, of a bathtub. The seat comprises an upwardly facing planar surface that rotates 360 degrees around a vertical axis and has a downwardly extending support structure for engaging the sidewall of a bathtub. Before bathing a person may sit on the seat with their legs positioned outside the bathtub, lift their legs, and then swivel the seat about 180 degrees so that the legs may be lowered inside the bathtub. After bathing a person then lifts his feet, swivels back around the 180 degrees, and places his feet on the floor outside the bathtub. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20140259361 | Bath Bench with Lateral Transfer Extension - This application includes embodiments of apparatuses (e.g., bath benches) for improving accessibility to a bathtub. Some embodiments include a bath bench with a primary deck and a folding lateral transfer extension (secondary deck). The secondary deck may be coupled to the primary deck by a dual-axis hinge. | 09-18-2014 |
| 20140331402 | SHOWER AND BATHTUB SEAT - A shower and bathtub seat is disclosed. The shower and bathtub seat may include a hair bowl that has a second planar portion provided with a centered indentation to accommodate a user's neck on a top edge of the second planar portion. The shower and bathtub seat may also include a pair of securing harnesses that include a hook disposed on an end of each of the pair of securing harnesses that are coupled to a corresponding loop disposed on a second front side of the planar base. | 11-13-2014 |
| 20150013060 | Sliding Chair for Assisting Entering and Exiting a Bathtub - A sliding chair for assisting entering and exiting a bathtub provides assistance for handicapped or otherwise physically incapable persons in using a bathtub for bathing. A bathing chair is moved by a displacement mechanism from outside the bathtub to various positions within the bathtub. A chair support board supports the bathing chair in some positions, and slides along chair support rails into the bathtub. | 01-15-2015 |
