A walking assistance device configured to permit the independent movement of an individual via simulated weight reduction is described. The device is configured to partially suspend a portion of a user's weight via a seat-lifting system, facilitating the movement of a user with experiencing difficul
A walking assistance device configured to permit the independent movement of an individual via simulated weight reduction is described. The device is configured to partially suspend a portion of a user's weight via a seat-lifting system, facilitating the movement of a user with experiencing difficulty walking without assistance. The system of the device preferably employs a seat, a hydraulic or electric seat-lift mechanism, a seat restraint, a frame, wheels, a brake system, and a power source. The seat-lift mechanism is configured to rise and lower the seat, enabling the user to control the percentage of weight lifted, while the feet of the user remain in partial contact with the floor. The frame forms the structure and support of the device, and is configured to move laterally via wheels on the bottom of the frame of the device.
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1. A weight suspension and motion device for a user walking comprising: a frame;a seat, said seat in communication with said frame;a seat restraint, said seat restraint disposed adjacent to said seat;an electric seat lift mechanism, said seat-lift mechanism disposed on said frame and configured to c
1. A weight suspension and motion device for a user walking comprising: a frame;a seat, said seat in communication with said frame;a seat restraint, said seat restraint disposed adjacent to said seat;an electric seat lift mechanism, said seat-lift mechanism disposed on said frame and configured to compress slightly during use to provide shock absorption; said seat lift mechanism in communication with said seat via a height adjustment bracket connected to said seat and a lift arm connected to said height adjustment bracket and said seat lift mechanism;wheels, said wheels disposed at a rear of said frame;casters, said casters disposed at a front of said frame;caster wheels, wherein said caster wheels are affixed to said casters; wherein said caster wheels are configured to lock; wherein said casters are in communication with said frame; at least one brake assembly; at least one brake pad; an electric brake switch; wherein said electric brake switch is in communication with an electric brake solenoid via electrical wires wherein said electric brake solenoid is in communication with said at least one brake assembly via at least one brake cable; and wherein said electric brake switch is in communication with a power supply via electrical wires;wherein said seat restraint is configured to extend around thighs of the user; andwherein said seat is configured to support a portion of the weight of the user while facilitating the use of feet of the user to walk. 2. The device of claim 1, further comprising: brake switch release handles;wherein said brake switch release handles are in communication with said brake assemblies via brake cables;wherein said cables release said brake pads of said brake assemblies upon retraction via said brake switch release handles; andwherein said brake switch release handles are disposed on said frame. 3. The device of claim 2, wherein said brake switch release handles are configured to release said brake assemblies when squeezed, permitting movement of said wheels. 4. The device of claim 2, wherein said brake pad and said brake assembly are configured to clamp to a rim of the wheels to facilitate a stop. 5. The device of claim 1, wherein said seat restraint is configured to strap to thighs of the user. 6. The device of claim 5, further comprising: a power supply, said power supply in communication with said seat-lift mechanism via electrical cables;wherein said seat-lift mechanism is an electric piston; anda switch, said switch configured to activate said seat-lift mechanism to lift said seat, partially suspending the weight of the user, reducing the weight supported by the feet of the user. 7. The device of claim 5, further comprising: a power supply, said power supply in communication with said seat-lift mechanism via electrical cables;wherein said seat-lift mechanism is a hydraulic cylinder; anda switch, said switch configured to activate said seat-lift mechanism to lift said seat, partially suspending the weight of the user, reducing the weight supported by the feet of the user. 8. A method for walking with assistance due to a reduced body weight via suspension comprising: providing the device of claim 1; sitting on the seat; connecting the seat restraint to the thighs of the user; wherein the seat lift mechanism is a hydraulic seat-lift mechanism; powering the hydraulic seat-lift mechanism with a battery; activating the seat-lift mechanism; the hydraulic seat-lift mechanism lifting the seat, in turn lifting a portion of the weight of the user, effectively reducing the weight of the user; the user depressing at least one brake switch handle, deactivating the brakes; and the user walking easier with less strain exerted by the legs of the user to support the weight of the user. 9. The method of claim 8, wherein the brakes are electrically powered via the battery.
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