초록 ▼

An accessory is provided for supporting a four-wheeled wheel-chair in a stable position in which it is tilted backwards and thus enables a disabled user to assume a relaxing recumbent posture. The accessory having a swing leg (3) that swings freely in the vertical plane of symmetry passing through t

An accessory is provided for supporting a four-wheeled wheel-chair in a stable position in which it is tilted backwards and thus enables a disabled user to assume a relaxing recumbent posture. The accessory having a swing leg (3) that swings freely in the vertical plane of symmetry passing through the longitudinal axis of the wheelchair about a perpendicular and horizontal pivot rod (4) substantially located at the top of the back rest (9) between the two side frame posts that support the back rest (9), via rapid or permanent fastening elements (5, 6, 7, 8). The lower portion of the swing leg (3) advantageously has an adjustable length and is provided with a stabilizer foot (10).

대표청구항 ▼

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] Accessory for use with a wheelchair having two large rear wheels and two small front wheels, the accessory being designed to retain the wheelchair in a stable backward-tilting position to provide a disabled user with a relaxation position, and comprising a swinging prop s

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] Accessory for use with a wheelchair having two large rear wheels and two small front wheels, the accessory being designed to retain the wheelchair in a stable backward-tilting position to provide a disabled user with a relaxation position, and comprising a swinging prop structured and arranged to move freely in a plane of vertical symmetry, passing through a longitudinal axis of the wheelchair and mounted on a perpendicular, horizontally pivoting axle located approximately at the height of the top of a backrest between two lateral struts of a chassis supporting the backrest, retained by securement means; a lower section of said swinging prop being adjustable in length and provided with a stabilizing foot.