Patent ID: 9039033
Filing Date: 2015-05-26
Classification: A47C,A61G,B62B

Abstract:
1. A chair to assist a physically challenged individual in swimming, the chair comprising: a) a main frame comprising a top frame member and two side frame members; b) two axle support plates, at or in communication with the side frame members of the main frame, each of the axle support plates having two or more openings to receive a wheel axle and a pull rod axle; c) a wheel assembly comprising: d) a pull rod frame comprising the pull rod axle, two pull rod side members, and a pull rod handle; e) a drop seat to support the individual while sitting, the drop seat comprising a drop seat frame and a drop seat support member, the support member being pivotally connected to the main frame; wherein the drop seat frame has a length and a width, wherein the length is longer than the width, wherein the drop seat, when in use, is in a position comprising a swim position or a lounge position, and wherein the drop seat frame in the swim position is lower along a substantial portion of the length as compared to the lounge position; and f) a backrest frame that connects to the main frame.