Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a balancing exercise based rehabilitation device that is designed to facilitate personalized physical exercises and rehabilitation routines, by offering customizable support for users at varying fitness levels, with a focus on improving strength, stability, and rehabilitation through real-time adjustments based on user feedback and physical performance.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] When people exercise at home or in gyms, they often use basic mats to perform their routines. These mats are usually flat and don’t offer much support or adjustment, which make balancing or maintaining the right posture difficult. To help, some use simple tools like resistance bands or handles, but these don’t provide enough flexibility for different body types or exercise needs. For example, a regular mat won’t adjust to your body size or comfort level, which lead to discomfort or strain during exercises. Additionally, these basic setups don’t offer feedback or track how well you’re doing, making quite harder to know if you’re performing the exercises correctly or improving over time. This lack of adaptability and guidance make quite challenging, especially for people who are recovering from an injury or need specific exercises to help with rehabilitation or strength building.

[0003] Traditionally, exercise and rehabilitation relied on basic, manual methods to support physical activity and recovery. In the rehabilitation space, early equipment consisted of flat mats and simple resistance bands. These tools were often used for physical therapy and injury recovery. In many cases, patients followed set routines without the benefit of personalized tracking or real-time feedback. The equipment used was primarily one-size-fits-all, which made quite difficult to address specific recovery requirements or account for variations in user strength, flexibility, or injury status.

[0004] US7494446B2 discloses about an invention that includes a balancing device has a base and an inflatable flexible portion wherein the center of the inflatable portion is higher than the edges. The device is used by placing the base on the floor and standing and moving on the bladder.

[0005] US8678985B2 discloses about an invention that includes a balance training and exercise device comprises a rigid, shallow disc adapted to accommodate a user's feet or knees. A user moves in such a manner as to move the disc forwards or backwards, or to rotate the disc. A thickened firm, resilient pad can be placed within the disc, and the user can perform the same movements while standing atop the pad. Arm strengthening means can also be used in combination with the disc.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices have been developed that are capable of aiding user in performing balancing exercise during rehabilitation. However, these existing devices are incapable of providing real-time feedback during exercise routines by monitoring the user’s movements, posture, and exertion levels. Additionally, these existing devices also lack in enhancing user’s core strength, limb strength, balance, and overall fitness of the user during rehabilitation.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that requires to offer continuous real-time feedback during exercise routines by monitoring the user’s movements, posture, and exertion levels, thereby adjusting the operation dynamically to prevent injuries and optimize performance. In addition, the developed device also needs to enhance the user’s core strength, limb strength, balance, and overall fitness through a combination of personalized exercises, and real-time adjustment.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a device that adjusts in real-time to a user’s physical dimensions, strength, and performance, to provide customized exercise routines that meets individual needs for both fitness and rehabilitation.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that ensure the user’s safety and stability during exercises, especially for individuals with varying physical abilities or rehabilitation requirements, thus prevent instability, misalignment, and overexertion.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that tracks and stores user profiles, including exercise routines, medical conditions, and user performance, in view of providing the ability to continuously adjust difficulty levels and ensure gradual progression.

[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention relates to a balancing exercise based rehabilitation device that facilitates customized exercise programs by adapting in real-time to the user's body size, strength, and progress, thereby ensuring routines are personalized to address specific fitness and recovery goals.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a balancing exercise based rehabilitation device, comprises of a platform developed to be positioned on a ground surface, a pair of flexible bands are equidistantly arranged on upper portion of the platform, and are made of stretchable material are accessed by a user for engaging feet of the user, to get accommodated on the platform thereby stabilizing the user and preventing unnecessary movement during use, an user interface installed on a computing unit wirelessly linked with the microcontroller for enabling the user to provide input details regarding exercise routines, medical conditions, and expertise level of the user, a microcontroller is linked with the device for processing the input details to create and store a user’s profile on a linked database, in view of allowing the user to constantly review the user’s profile for further adjustments of the device, via the interface, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on sad body to determine body dimensions of the user, plurality of expandable plates arranged with edges of the platform for getting deployed to increase surface area of the platform, for providing a customizable and adaptive exercise surface for the user, a L-shaped extendable handle installed on lateral sides of the platform functioning as handles for sad user’s support during initial stages of use, enabling stability and comfort during the exercises, a holographic projection unit is mounted on the platform for projecting real-time visual cues and instructions to guide the user in adopting proper posture for performing the exercises, a C-shaped member installed at mid-point along bottom portion of the platform, by means of an extendable bar, and a pair of pneumatic blocks installed on lateral bottom portions of the platform and bar to slightly retract and extend, respectively, allowing the user to perform the exercise routines while the C-shaped member provides tilting movement to the platform that is resisted by the user during the exercise routine for enhancing limb and core strength.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises of a gyroscopic sensor integrated in the platform for monitoring inclination of the platform with respect to the surface, upon detection of misbalancing by the user, the blocks, in sync with the bars extend for maintaining support and stability of the platform, plurality of pop-out balls arranged on outer portions of the member to rotate for correcting the platform’s inclination, back to initial position, thus ensuring the user maintains stability throughout the exercises, thereby preventing falls or injury during exercises, an accelerometer installed on the platform for detecting sudden shaking in the user’s hands and legs, a speaker installed on the platform to issue an auditory alert prompting the user to cease the exercises, based on which the user is required to confirm via a microphone integrated in the platform whether to pause or continue the exercises, based on which the microcontroller determines an appropriate course of action, to ensure the user’s safety and preventing overexertion, the microcontroller is further configured to adjust difficultly levels of the exercises, based on the user’s profiles and user performance, thereby ensuring gradual progression and optimal rehabilitation, the device operates on the stored user information and automatically alerts the computing unit in case the prescribed exercise time has elapsed, and accordingly controls operation of the pneumatic blocks and bars for reducing gap between the platform and the surface for safe dismounting and a battery is configured with the device for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with the device.

[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of a balancing exercise based rehabilitation device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0020] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0021] The present invention relates to a balancing exercise based rehabilitation device that enables dynamic modifications to exercise routines by responding instantly to a user’s physical attributes, strength, and performance levels, thereby providing individualized training suited to both rehabilitation and fitness objectives.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, a perspective view of a balancing exercise based rehabilitation device is illustrated, comprising a platform 101 developed to be positioned on a ground surface, a pair of flexible bands 102 are equidistantly arranged on upper portion of the platform 101, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 103 installed on the body, plurality of expandable plates 104 arranged with edges of the platform 101, a L-shaped extendable handle 105 installed on lateral sides of the platform 101, a holographic projection unit 106 is mounted on the platform 101, a C-shaped member 107 installed at mid-point along bottom portion of the platform 101, by means of an extendable bar 108, a pair of pneumatic blocks 109 installed on lateral bottom portions of the platform 101, plurality of pop-out balls 110 arranged on outer portions of the member 107, a speaker 111 installed on the platform 101, a microphone 112 integrated in the platform 101.

[0023] The device disclosed herein comprising a platform 101 that is designed to be positioned on a ground surface, wherein a pair of flexible bands 102, made of stretchable material, are equidistantly arranged on the upper portion of the platform 101. These bands 102 are accessed by the user to engage their feet, facilitating the user’s accommodation on the platform 101.

[0024] The stretchable material of the bands 102 allows for a secure and firm engagement with the user's feet, ensuring stability and preventing any unintended movement during exercises. By providing this secure hold, the bands 102 enhance the overall stability of the user, ensuring the user remain properly positioned on the platform 101 and minimizing any unnecessary movement, which may disrupt the execution of exercises or lead to potential injury. This configuration is particularly beneficial during dynamic exercises or rehabilitation routines, where maintaining stability is crucial to the user's safety and performance.

[0025] A user interface is installed on a computing unit that is wirelessly linked to the microcontroller of the device. This interface enables the user to input details related to their exercise routines, medical conditions, and expertise level. The microcontroller processes this input information and creates a personalized user profile, which is stored on a linked database.

[0026] This profile allows the user to review and assess their progress regularly. Through the user interface, the user can make adjustments to the device settings as necessary, ensuring the device continually meets their evolving needs. This setup ensures that the device is flexible, user-centric, and adaptable to the user's condition and fitness goals, providing real-time updates and modifications to the exercises or device settings as required for optimal performance and safety.

[0027] The body is installed with an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 103 which determine body dimensions of the user. The imaging unit 103 disclosed herein comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the surroundings and the captured images are stored within memory of the imaging unit 103 in form of an optical data.

[0028] The imaging unit 103 also comprises of the processor which processes the captured images. This pre-processing involves tasks such as noise reduction, image stabilization, or color correction. The processed data is fed into AI protocols for analysis which utilizes machine learning techniques, such as deep learning neural networks, to extract meaningful information from the visual data which are processed by the microcontroller to determine body dimensions of the user.

[0029] The microcontroller processes the user’s details, including body dimensions, and uses this information to actuate a plurality of expandable plates 104 (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) that are positioned along the edges of the platform 101. Upon activation, these plates 104 deploy to increase the surface area of the platform 101, creating a customizable and adaptive exercise surface tailored to the specific needs of the user.

[0030] This adjustment allows the platform 101 to accommodate different body sizes, exercise types, and intensity levels, ensuring a more personalized and effective workout experience. By dynamically altering the surface area, the device provides enhanced stability, support, and comfort during exercises, thereby optimizing the user's performance and safety.

[0031] The plates 104 are embedded with a drawer mechanism that consists of multiple plates that are overlapped to each other with a sliding unit, wherein upon actuation of the multiple plates and the sliding unit by the microcontroller, the motor in the sliding unit starts rotating a wheel coupled via a shaft in clockwise/anticlockwise direction providing a movement to the slider in the drawer arrangement to extend/retract the plates 104 to increase surface area of the platform 101, for providing a customizable and adaptive exercise surface for the user.

[0032] An L-shaped extendable handle 105 is installed on the lateral sides of the platform 101, functioning as a support handle 105 for the user, particularly during the initial stages of use. The extendable nature of the handle 105 allows for adjustment, ensuring it is accessible and convenient for the user, regardless of their height or body type.

[0033] These handles 105 provide additional stability and balance, offering the user the necessary support while performing exercises, thereby enhancing comfort and safety. The presence of the handle 105 is particularly beneficial for users who may need extra assistance or confidence as they begin their exercise routines, ensuring they maintain proper posture and avoid instability or discomfort during use.

[0034] The handle 105 is pneumatically actuated, wherein the pneumatic arrangement of the handle 105 comprises of a cylinder incorporated with an air piston and the air compressor, wherein the compressor controls discharging of compressed air into the cylinder via air valves which further leads to the extension/retraction of the piston. The piston is attached to the telescopic handle 105, wherein the extension/retraction of the piston corresponds to the extension/retraction of the handle 105. The actuated compressor allows extension of the handle 105 to enable stability and comfort during the exercises.

[0035] The platform 101 is installed with a holographic projection unit 106 which projects real-time visual cues and instructions to guide the user in adopting proper posture for performing the exercises. The holographic projection unit 106 disclosed herein, comprises of multiple lens. After getting the actuation command from the microcontroller, a light source integrated in the projection unit 106 emits various combination of lights toward the lens which is further portrayed for projecting real-time visual cues and instructions to guide the user in adopting proper posture for performing the exercises.

[0036] A C-shaped member 107 is installed at the midpoint along the bottom portion of the platform 101, connected by an extendable bar 108. Based on the user’s inputted details, the microcontroller synchronizes the operation of a pair of pneumatic blocks 109 located on the lateral bottom portions of the platform 101 and bar 108, wherein the blocks 109 and bar 108 are pneumatically actuated and works in the similar manner as of handle 105 mentioned above.

[0037] These blocks 109 are designed to slightly retract and extend, respectively, adjusting the angle and tilt of the platform 101. This tilting movement, facilitated by the C-shaped member 107, creates a dynamic exercise surface that the user must resist during their workout. By engaging the user’s muscles to counteract the tilt, the microcontroller enhances the development of limb and core strength. The microcontroller ensures that the tilting motion is controlled to the user’s needs, providing a safe and adjustable resistance to support the user’s physical progress throughout their exercise routine.

[0038] The platform 101 is installed with a gyroscopic sensor which monitors inclination of the platform 101 with respect to the surface. The gyroscopic sensor detects changes in the orientation of the platform 101 by measuring angular velocity and rotational movement along multiple axes. As the platform 101 tilts or rotates, the sensor generates electrical signals proportional to the degree of movement. These signals are transmitted to the microcontroller, which processes the data to determine the platform 101 inclination relative to the surface.

[0039] If the platform 101 deviates beyond a set threshold, the microcontroller triggers corrective actions, adjusting the platform 101 position to restore balance. This ensures real-time monitoring and maintains the platform 101 desired alignment during exercise, promoting stability and safety.

[0040] Upon detection of misbalancing by the user, the microcontroller analyzes the data from the gyroscopic sensor and other inputs. If the platform 101 inclination exceeds a certain threshold, indicating instability or imbalance, the microcontroller re-actuates the pneumatic blocks 109 and synchronizes their movement with the extendable bar 108. The blocks 109 extend to adjust the platform 101 position, providing additional support and restoring stability. This adjustment helps to maintain the proper balance of the platform 101, ensuring the user remains safely positioned during their exercise. The device dynamically responds to the user's movements, preventing falls and promoting continuous stability throughout the exercise routine.

[0041] A plurality of pop-out balls 110 (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) is arranged on the outer portions of the C-shaped member 107, designed to rotate when the platform 101 inclination deviates from its desired position. The pop-out balls 110 used herein are equipped with small DC (direct current) motors that enable them to extend outward and retract as needed. Upon getting actuation command from the microcontroller, the motor starts rotating in clockwise and anticlockwise direction in a controlled manner for producing rotational motion. This force is then transmitted to the mechanism that forces the balls 110 to rotate in clockwise and anticlockwise direction in order to rotate for correcting the platform 101 inclination, back to initial position, thus ensuring the user maintains stability throughout the exercises, thereby preventing falls or injury during exercises.

[0042] The rotation of these balls 110 helps adjust the platform 101 orientation, ensuring it returns to its initial, balanced position. This corrective action enhances the user’s stability during exercises, preventing unbalanced postures that could lead to falls or injury.

[0043] An accelerometer is installed on the platform 101 and synchronized with the imaging unit 103 to detect sudden shaking or involuntary movements in the user’s hands and legs during exercise. The accelerometer continuously monitors the acceleration forces acting on the platform 101, detecting rapid changes in motion or position. When significant shaking is detected, the accelerometer sends data to the microcontroller. This data is processed to determine if the user is at risk of overexertion or loss of control. The microcontroller then takes corrective action, such as issuing a warning or adjusting the exercise parameters to ensure the user’s safety and prevent potential injury.

[0044] Upon detecting the shaking, the microcontroller actuates a speaker 111 installed on the platform 101. The speaker 111 disclosed herein works by receiving signals from the microcontroller, converting them into sound waves through a diaphragm’s vibration, and producing audible sounds with the help of amplification and control circuitry in order to issue an auditory alert prompting the user to cease the exercises.

[0045] Based on which the user is required to confirm via a microphone 112 integrated in the platform 101 whether to pause or continue the exercises. The microphone 112 mentioned herein works as a transducer that converts sound waves into audio signal. The microphone 112 on receiving the input commands from the user converts the input signal into electrical signal and sends it to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the received signals in order to analyze the voice inputs of the user and upon analyzing the voice commands the microcontroller pause or continue the exercises. Based on which the microcontroller determines an appropriate course of action, to ensure the user’s safety and preventing overexertion.

[0046] The microcontroller is further configured to dynamically adjust the difficulty levels of exercises based on the user’s profile and performance. By analyzing data from the user’s previous interactions, the microcontroller assesses the individual’s strength, flexibility, and progress over time. This allows the microcontroller to modify exercise intensity, resistance, or duration in real-time, ensuring that the user experiences gradual progression. Such adjustments are made to optimize the rehabilitation process, allowing the user to safely challenge their limits without overexertion.

[0047] This personalized approach ensures that the exercises are customized to the user's evolving needs, promoting consistent improvement and reducing the risk of injury while enhancing the overall effectiveness of the rehabilitation program.

[0048] The device operates based on the stored user information and automatically alerts the computing unit once the prescribed exercise time has elapsed. Upon detection of the elapsed time, the device triggers the computing unit to control the operation of the pneumatic blocks 109 and bar 108. This adjustment reduces the gap between the platform 101 and the surface, ensuring a safe dismounting process for the user. By automatically managing the platform 101 position in response to the user's exercise duration, the device helps maintain safety and stability, preventing potential accidents or difficulty in dismounting.

[0049] This ensures that the user safely exit the platform 101 after completing their routine, without requiring manual intervention, thus enhancing both convenience and security during the exercise session.

[0050] Moreover, a battery is associated with the device for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with the device and supplying a voltage to the components. The battery used herein is preferably a Lithium-ion battery which is a rechargeable unit that demands power supply after getting drained. The battery stores the electric current derived from an external source in the form of chemical energy, which when required by the electronic component of the device, derives the required power from the battery for proper functioning of the device.

[0051] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) A balancing exercise based rehabilitation device, comprising:

i) a platform 101 developed to be positioned on a ground surface, wherein a pair of flexible bands 102 are equidistantly arranged on an upper portion of said platform 101, that are accessed by a user for engaging feet of said user, to get accommodated on said platform 101, thereby stabilizing said user and preventing unnecessary movement during use;
ii) an user interface installed in a computing unit wirelessly linked with an inbuilt microcontroller for enabling said user to provide input details regarding exercise routines, medical conditions, and expertise level of said user, wherein said microcontroller processes said input details to create and store a user’s profile on a linked database, in view of allowing said user to constantly review said user’s profile for further adjustments of said device, via said interface;
iii) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 103 installed on sad body and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images of said user’s body, respectively to determine body dimensions of said user, wherein said microcontroller processes said user’s details and said body dimensions to activate a plurality of expandable plates 104 arranged with edges of said platform 101 for being deployed to increase surface area of said platform 101, for providing a customizable and adaptive exercise surface for said user;
iv) a L-shaped extendable handle 105 installed on lateral sides of said platform 101 functioning as handles 105 for sad user’s support during initial stages of use, enabling stability and comfort during said exercises, wherein a holographic projection unit 106 is mounted on said platform 101 and synced with said imaging unit 103 for projecting real-time visual cues and instructions in space to guide said user in adopting proper posture for performing said exercises;
v) a C-shaped member 107 installed at a mid-point along bottom portion of said platform 101, by means of an extendable bar 108, wherein based on said user’s inputted details, said microcontroller synchronously actuates a pair of pneumatic blocks 109 installed on lateral bottom portions of said platform 101 and bar 108 to slightly retract and extend, respectively, allowing said user to perform said exercise routines while said C-shaped member 107 provides tilting movement to said platform 101 that is resisted by said user during said exercise routine for enhancing limb and core strength;
vi) a gyroscopic sensor integrated in said platform 101 for monitoring inclination of said platform 101 with respect to said surface, wherein upon detection of misbalancing by said user, said microcontroller actuates said blocks 109, in sync with said bar 108 to extend for maintaining support and stability of said platform 101, wherein plurality of pop-out balls 110 arranged on outer portions of said member 107 to rotate for correcting said platform 101 inclination, back to initial position, thus ensuring said user maintains stability throughout said exercises, thereby preventing falls or injury during exercises; and
vii) an accelerometer installed on said platform 101 and synced with said imaging unit 103 for detecting sudden shaking in said user’s hands and legs, wherein upon detection of said shaking, said microcontroller actuates a speaker 111 installed on said platform 101 to issue an auditory alert prompting said user to cease said exercises, based on which said user is required to confirm via a microphone 112 integrated in said platform 101 whether to pause or continue said exercises, based on which said microcontroller determines an appropriate course of action, to ensure said user’s safety and preventing overexertion.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said microcontroller is further configured to adjust difficultly levels of said exercises, based on said user’s profiles and user performance, thereby ensuring gradual progression and optimal rehabilitation.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said C-shaped member 107 works in combination with said extendable bar 108 and pneumatic blocks 109, and provides controlled tilting motion to said platform 101, assisting in said rehabilitation and strengthening of said user's core and limbs through resistance training.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said device operates on said stored user information and automatically alerts said computing unit in case said prescribed exercise time has elapsed, and accordingly controls operation of said pneumatic blocks 109 and bar 108 for reducing gap between said platform 101 and said surface for safe dismounting.

5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said bands 102 are made of stretchable material for securely engaging with said user’s feet, thus preventing any unintended movement during said exercises.

6) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is configured with said device for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with said device.