Wheelchair toileting module and method: IU Technologies: Innovation & Commercialization: Research: Indiana University

Wheelchair toileting module and method

The invention provides for a toileting module which can be used in a standard wheelchair and consists of straps and a tensioning mechanism therefor attached to a support structure. The straps run under the wheelchair-bound person and, when tightened, raise the person above the seat cushion permitting its removal and the insertion of a waste receptacle for toileting.

 

   
   
   

 

U.S. Patent Status:
Title App Type Country Serial No. Patent No. File Date Issued Date Expire Date Patent Status
Wheelchair toileting module and method Provisional *United States 07/507,821 5,039,165 4/12/1990   4/12/1991 Filed
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