Lynn G Thornton

US Patent:

51258846, Jun 30, 1992

Filed:

Jan 28, 1991

Appl. No.:

7/646180

Inventors:

Raymond P. Weber - Provo UT
Jesse G. Daybell - Mapleton UT
Gary L. Thornton - Pleasant Grove UT
Lynn L. Thornton - Pleasant Grove UT

International Classification:

A63B 2100

US Classification:

482145

Abstract:

An adjustable bench exercising and rehabilitation apparatus has a bench pivotally attached near one end to a support structure resting on a horizontal surface. The bench has a hoisting device attached near its other end and secured to its support structure for raising and lowering the bench about its pivot point. The hoisting device is actuated by a control panel accessible to the user while reclining on the bench. At the upper end of the bench, the bench has an adjustable ankle retaining bolster to hold the user on the bench as it inclines. The upper end of the bench has an adjustable knee support device which can support its user's knees at a 135. degree. or a 90. degree. angle while on the bench.