Adjustable Backrest for Toilet Seat
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Plain English Summary
This patent covers an adjustable backrest that attaches to toilet lids to help children, elderly, and physically limited users sit properly on standard toilet seats. The backrest panel can be positioned at different distances from the lid using adjustable bolts, effectively making the toilet opening smaller and providing back support. This prevents users from sitting improperly and creates a more sanitary and comfortable bathroom experience.
Full Description
This patent describes an innovative adjustable backrest system designed to make standard toilet seats more accessible for children, elderly users, and individuals with physical limitations. The system consists of a panel that attaches to the toilet lid using threaded mounting bolts with discs that slide into retainers on a mounting sheet. The distance between the panel and lid can be adjusted by rotating the bolts, effectively reducing the opening size and providing back support for smaller users. The commercial applications for this technology are significant in the accessibility and healthcare markets. The device addresses a common problem where users with physical limitations often sit improperly on toilet seats, creating unsanitary conditions. By providing proper positioning and back support, this invention improves safety, hygiene, and comfort. The adjustable nature allows customization for different user needs, making it suitable for home healthcare, assisted living facilities, pediatric applications, and general accessibility improvements in public and private restrooms.
Key Claims
- 1
A toilet system with an adjustable backrest comprising a panel attached to but spaced from the toilet lid to reduce the distance between the lid and toilet opening
- 2
A mounting system using threaded bolts with attachment discs that removably seat within retainers on a mounting sheet attached to the toilet lid
- 3
An adjustable spacing mechanism where mounting bolts are received within threaded sleeves to allow selective variation of the distance between the panel and lid
- 4
A panel having substantially the same size and geometrical outline as the toilet lid for optimal fit and function
- 5
Retainers with semicircular ledges that firmly receive the attachment discs to removably secure the panel to the lid
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Quick Facts
- Technology Area
- Consumer Electronics
- Category
- Utility
- Years Remaining
- 18 years
- Status
- Available
- Patent Number
- US12,527,445