Hula hoop patent

The hula hoop, a simple toy that gained popularity in the 1950s, has taken the world by storm once again. However, with its resurgence comes an alarming number of imitations flooding the market, making it impossible for the original inventor to obtain a patent. As a result, sales of the toy are estimated to be in the tens of millions with numerous injuries reported worldwide.

Medical journals in Europe have warned against the excessive use of the hula hoop as it can cause serious damage to the body. Cases of actual injuries have been reported, including a Dutch woman who was misdiagnosed with appendicitis but was found to have injured her abdominal muscles due to excessive rotation of the hula hoop. In the UK, where hundreds of thousands of hula hoops are sold, the British Medical Association has warned that individuals who have suffered a heart attack should not play with the toy. Moreover, those who lack training should refrain from playing too much as well.

In Japan, emergency rooms are crowded with patients suffering from lumbar disc herniations and spinal dislocations caused by playing with the hula hoop. It remains unclear if the benefits of playing with the toy outweigh the risks, but it is evident that caution must be taken to avoid injury.

Despite the concerns of toy makers, the hula hoop proved its legitimacy when Queen Mother Zainai of Jordan returned from her European trip with one in her luggage. However, some adults still feel uneasy, but not because the hula hoop itself is illegitimate. Rather, they are enticed by the sight of other people's tempting buttocks while engaging in hula hoop play. Interestingly, during that autumn, a delightful surprise awaited football game spectators—a mesmerizing performance by the band captain, as she skillfully gyrated her waist to the frenzied cheers of thousands.