ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 17 -- United States Patent no. 12,575,959, issued on March 17.
"Ankle support device for walking therapy" was invented by Lacey Powell (Madisonville, Ky.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The Ambulatory Device is the only product of its kind that has the capability of spacing the legs and feet apart at a proper width to prevent slipping, tripping, and falling when relearning how to walk. This unprecedented device is uniquely designed with an adjustable bar that can be modified to accommodate specific user body metrics and is carefully crafted with durable, high-quality materials to ensure long-term sustainability during private or therapeutic sessions."
The patent was fil...