Abstract: A pillow is made from a strip of cloth or like material which is folded at the center to provide a pair of opposite sides which are stitched together at the side edges, the bottom edge requiring no stitching. A pair of strips of Velcro material extends across the open end and is stitched along the top and bottom edge of the strips to the open end of the two sides independently of each other and with the locking portion of the strips facing each other. The strips are approximately three-fourth inch in width and are of standard thickness and are applied to the underface of the ends and stitched in position before the side edges are stitched together.

Abstract: A patient support panel for a stretcher is formed of transparent material which is also X-ray penetrable. A marginal support frame for the panel can be detachably supported on a wheeled stretcher carriage. An X-ray film holder is suspended adjustably from the marginal support frame and a traction pulley assembly can be selectively mounted at either end of the panel support frame.

Abstract: Disclosed are plural segments cushiony pillows, preferably in the form of three hingedly connected independent cushiony segments, to comfortably nestle, and yet firmly support, the head and the neck of hemiside reclining persons. With the preferred three pillow segments being employed, the medially positioned primary segment is larger than the flanking secondary and tertiary segments, the secondary segment being larger than the tertiary segment. The plural segments head and neck cushiony supportive device has numerous utilitarian advantages including: for geriatric care, for the prevention of snoring, and generally speaking for the promotion of good hemiside reclining posture thus enhancing comfortable sleeping and resting.

Abstract: Camping accessory consisting of inner and outer baglike envelopes formed with corrugations and sealed together for forming an air-tight enclosure adapted to be filled with air under slight pressure.

Abstract: A contour bedding sheet for use with a convertible sofa bed mattress that prevents tearing, ripping or engagement of the sheet with the sofa bed frame members. The sheet includes a fabric area for covering the top of the mattress, first, second, and third side overlap panels which overlap the sides of the mattress on each side, the panels being spaced apart to allow for the folding in the mattress, the panel ends being joined by elastic members disposed at particular locations to insure tautness of the sheet relative to the mattress surface regardless of the angular position of sections of the mattress relative to each other.

Abstract: A coupling assembly including a double-female connector for connecting two sections of flexible electrical conduit. An internal abutment between the ends of the connector limits the insertion of the conduit sections. The inner surfaces of the connector on both sides of the abutment are tapered to constrict the inserted conduit sections. The connector has external threading on both ends and external flats between the threading to which a wrench may be applied.

Abstract: In accordance with the invention there is provided a bed frame with end rails of adjustable length, each of the end rails including an inner rail member having horizontal and vertical flanges in nested relationship with an outer rail member having horizontal and vertical flanges, the vertical flange of the inner rail member having a plurality of spaced openings arranged in a line longitudinally of the inner rail member and the vertical flange of the outer rail member having a projection adapted to fit into any one of said openings, the outer rail member also having secured thereto a lock member pivotable to a lock position or to an unlock position, the lock member having a U-shaped portion adapted to straddle and hold together the vertical flanges of the inner and outer rail members when the projection is in one of said openings and the lock member is in its lock position, the lock member also including a portion for preventing accidental movement of the lock member from its lock position to its unlock positi

Abstract: An arrangement which allows patients confined to their beds, to use a toilet without leaving their beds or to be placed in a wheel chair. A sectionalized mattress is positioned in sequential steps so as to place the patient directly over a toilet or in a wheel chair without discomfort to the patient. The mattress, together with the patient, is positioned in a manner which allows the patient to use the toilet while sitting in an upright customary manner or in an inclined manner. The section of the mattress over the toilet is removed while the patient's weight is not directed thereon. Hygienic cleansing procedures are provided in conjunction with the toilet, and the patient is returned to a reclined position after repositioning the mattress and replacement of the section of the mattress that was removed to enable the patient to use the toilet. Replacement of that section of the mattress is carried out also while the patient's weight is not directed thereon.

Abstract: A water bed structure comprising a flat horizontal mattress including a bladder having vertically spaced horizontal top and bottom walls and vertical side walls of flexible water impervious sheeting and a volume of water within and filling the bladder, a flat horizontal pad of resilient reticulate material within the mattress and the water therein and positioned on the bottom wall and having a top surface normally spaced below the top wall, a retainer unit comprising a flat horizontal panel below and in supporting engagement with said bottom wall and a tubular frame about the panel with a portion projecting upwardly therefrom and cooperating therewith to define a basin in which the mattress is positioned; said frame has a vertical inside wall opposing and supporting the side walls of the mattress, said inside wall having openings communicating with the basin and the interior of the frame whereby water leaked or spilled from the mattress into the basin flows from the basin into the frame.

Abstract: A bed clothing support comprising a strap of fabric or like material adapted to span the distance between the side rails of a bed and provided with Velchro or like fasteners at each end for releasable connection of the strap ends to the upper portions of the bed side rails. The strap when connected to the side rails is located above the body of a person occupying the bed, and bed clothing is supported over and on the strap. Preferably two straps are connected to the side rails and are disposed in spaced, generally parallel relation over the foot and leg area of the occupant. The strap is particularly advantageous on hospital beds, having the attributes of patient comfort and safety and convenience in use and storage.

Abstract: A lifting device for lifting and transferring a load, said device having a rigid carrier arm and transfer means for lateral movement of said carrier arm. Said transfer means includes two symmetrically disposed transfer assemblies each having a link member pivotably connected at a separate end of the carrier arm, a lever pivotably connected at one end to the associated link member, said lever being pivotably supported at its other end. Said transfer means also includes drive means and transmission means for simultaneous pivoting the levers in opposite directions thereby moving and transferring the carrier arm in its lateral direction.

Abstract: The sleep unit includes a base upon which is mounted a single set of springs. These springs are overlaid with cushion material. The springs are leaf-type springs having a curved configuration. The spring action is such that the resistance to deflection increases with increased load. Thus, the sleep unit has an initial softness followed by increased firmness depending upon the weight of the user. Means are provided to permit pre-compression of the springs to vary the initial firmness of the sleep unit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hand-carryable folding cushion assembly having two cushions interconnected together by a flexible inner panel and foldable from an extended position to a position where the cushions lie in back-to-back relationship. A pair of attaching panels are secured opposite the flexible inner panel to respective cushions and cooperate to connect and maintain the cushions in back-to-back relationship for convenient carrying. Strap means are secured about the back side of one cushion and adapted to receive and secure a blanket or the like. About the back side of the other cushion is formed a pocket for carrying desirable articles.

Abstract: A convertible couch, particularly for use in vans and other recreational or leisure vehicles, includes a seat and a back hinged relative to one another, and a pair of side supports having multiple supporting surfaces arranged to engage and support the seat and back in plural positions of the seat and back. The arrangement of the supporting surfaces is such that the seat and back are firmly held in position without requiring the use of separate fasteners or linkages and the like and thus, the convertible couch is both economical to make and safe to use in moving vehicles. Additionally, the arrangement of the supporting surfaces and their cooperation with the seat and the back is such that a balance is achieved which renders the convertible couch easy to manipulate in its movements from a couch position to a bed position and vice versa.

Abstract: A watermattress construction includes upper and lower sheets of waterproof material sealed at their confronting edges to define a liquid containing bladder. A plurality of baffle panels are situated within the bladder and disposed in parallel, spaced apart relationship. Extending from each lateral edge of each baffle panel are a pair of leg panels which are buttwelded to the adjacent upper or lower sheet to define a triangular configuration therewith. The triangular assembly is easily distorted by tensile stress between the baffle and the upper or lower sheet, the stress being converted to shear stress exerted on the buttwelds joining the legs panels to the upper or lower sheets.

Abstract: An adjustable mechanism for a bed guard rail including generally planar male and female parts, the male part having a generally L-shaped tongue struck therefrom and the female part being elongated and equipped with a plurality of longitudinally aligned, spaced apart notches each defining tongue engaging edges.

Abstract: An adjustable body supporting assembly composed of a foundation and panel on which an assembly of pivotally connected plates rests, being mounted on said foundation with its centrally positioned part and provided with the means to adjust each plate in relation to its adjacent plate. A mattress is forming the top of the bed being held securely in position by encompassing plates of the said assembly. The foundation type panel is distinguished by its compact and simplified construction representing in effect an unbending lower foundation usually associated with regular assemblies composed of foundation and mattress. Means such as powered activators for the adjustment of the plates on which the mattress is mounted are incorporated in the foundation panel.

Abstract: An attachment for a bouncing cradle of a type described including a wire frame having a baby support U-shaped portion with a mesh across the baby support portion, and a base U-shaped portion the legs of the base shaped portion acting with the legs of the U-shape of the baby support portion in such a way as to provide resilient support for a baby in an inclined position, the attachment being characterized according to this invention by including a frame having at least two clamping means spaced apart and each positioned to engage with a releasable clamping action, a leg of the base portion, a portion of the frame extending forwardly and upwardly and a reaction member at an upper forward end of the frame adapted to provide a reaction pad against which a baby's feet can safely engage.

Abstract: A folded frame assembly for an infants cot, the frame being foldable from a first substantially rectangular configuration to a compact configuration in which the members are in substantially superimposed alignment.

Abstract: Soft-sided waterbed construction including water absorbent mattress foam support frame surrounding a water filled mattress at its perimeter and water retaining mattress liner means juxtaposed the water filled mattress, said water retaining liner encompassing at least two sides of the triangular shaped foam support means, the uncovered surface side of said foam support means juxtaposed said water filled mattress whereby in the event of water filled mattress leak, the water is retained within the liner and the water absorbent foam support.