| 摘要 |
A compact, portable prayer aid is provided for assisting worshippers with performing the mandatory Islamic prayers. The aid relieves pressure from the knees, legs, and ankles, by shifting weight away from the lower body and onto the lower back and buttocks. The aid includes a seat, a base, and at least one support structure. Said support structures are designed to form a built-in storage area for storing items during prayer. An alternate embodiment includes collapsible legs for easy transport. A second alternate embodiment includes shock absorbers, a compass for geographic directional support, and a sensor and a screen for counting and displaying the number of units performed. A third alternate embodiment includes foldable legs. A fourth alternate embodiment provides adjustable legs to accommodate for different heights and reduced knee flexion capabilities. A fifth alternate embodiment includes detachable, adjustable legs comprised of smaller sectional pieces. |
| 主权项 |
1. A compact, portable stool for aiding and supporting a worshipper during the prostrating and kneeling rituals of the Islamic prayer comprising:
a seat portion; a bottom base; and at least one support structure connecting said top and bottom base; wherein said stool relieves pressure placed on said worshipper's knees, legs, and ankles during said prostrating and kneeling rituals by shifting said worshipper's weight from the knees, legs, and ankles, to said seat portion and accommodating for compromised knee flexion capability. |
