Back support for placing the back of a user in traction

Back support for placing the back of a user in traction
United States Patent 7,219,963
Fridd May 22, 2007
Abstract
A back support (6) comprising a first support element (7) adapted to be mounted on a seat back (3), and a second support element (21) adapted to be mounted to the back of a user, the elements (7, 21) each being provided with securing means (7', 24) to secure the support elements (7, 21) together when the support elements (7, 21) are placed together. The arrangement is such that, in use, the first support element (7) supports the second support element (21) so that the back of a user of the back support (6) is in traction. The means to secure the elements together comprises a hook-and-loop-type pad on each support element (7, 21) or a tongue and groove arrangement.
Inventors: Fridd; George (Kew, Richmond, Surrey, GB)
Assignee: Fridd; George (GB)
Appl. No.: 11/040,696
Filed: January 21, 2005