Abstract: Techniques for a cervical orthotic device are provided. In an example, the device can include a base, sidewalls extending upwardly from the base, and a cervical support surface opposite the base and configured to unite the sidewalls. In certain examples, the sidewalls can include opposingly paired lateral sidewalls and first and second longitudinal sidewalls. In some examples, the cervical support surface can include a first planar portion adjacent the first longitudinal sidewall, a second planar portion adjacent the second longitudinal sidewall, and an arcuate portion intermediate the planar portions.

Abstract: A tri-sectional pillow including a central headbed set between two bolster sections on opposing ends. The headbed is preferably rectangular in shape with the bolsters being taller and rounded. The bolsters are conical in shape, including wide or tall sides set on opposing ends of the pillow. One bolster being larger than the other, the smallest portion of the large bolster being of the same size/diameter as the larger end of the smaller booster. The template of the fabric case to enclose the headbed and bolsters is a parallelogram, with the bolster sections being abnormal trapezoids. A booster may be set below the tri-sectional pillow, and may be set within a special pillow case that can enclose the tri-sectional pillow above the booster pillow.

Abstract: A patient positioning system for positioning a patient in the lateral decubitus position in preparation for a lateral approach spinal procedure. The patient positioning system includes a base section having a head bolster, an axillary bolster, and a hip bolster. The system also includes a lateral arm support configured to support the arms of the patient in a generally parallel position extending in the anterior direction away from the torso of the patient, and a leg bolster positionable between the legs of the patient and configured to support the legs of the patient and space the legs of the patient from one another.

Abstract: A system for attaching a storage panel to a vehicle seat may include a storage panel with a defined plane, top surface, and bottom surface, with at least one mounting hole passing from the top surface to the bottom surface. Additionally, the system may also include at least one top bracket with a first lip to attach to a seat frame structure. The system may also include a bottom bracket with a section to attach to the seat frame structure.

Abstract: A cushioning material includes fibers that define a fiber network and a foam material suspended within the fiber network.

Abstract: A patient support mechanism that supports a patient during scanning of the patient by a medical scanner. The support mechanism includes a shoulder support rotatably attached to a head support. The head support receives the patient's head and the shoulder support receives an upper portion of the patient's body wherein the shoulder support includes a downwardly extending attachment device. The support mechanism also includes an attachment mechanism having a post section that is attached to the medical scanner. Further, the attachment mechanism includes a bracket element for receiving the attachment device wherein the shoulder support is attached to the bracket element by positioning the shoulder support above the bracket element and moving the shoulder support downward to attach the attachment device to the bracket element while the patient is lying in bed.

Abstract: An adjustable pillow includes: upper and lower layers of foam, and first and second end caps of foam joined together and form a cavity. A plurality of individually inflatable bladders are positioned in the cavity of foam, and each has the same size and shape. A respective tube is in fluid communication with each of the plurality of individually inflatable bladders and with a pump that is configured to inflate any one or more of the plurality of individually inflatable bladders sequentially to a particular pressure, to inflate the adjustable pillow to a desired height selected by a user. A processor, electronic circuitry, and one or more voice activated microphones coupled to the processor and electronic circuitry receive and detect snoring sounds made by a user, with the processor configured to actuate one valves and/or pump to adjust the inflation until the detected snoring sounds falls below a threshold level.

Abstract: A head support assembly and a method of supporting a cushion on a headrest are disclosed. The head support assembly comprises a headrest extending upwardly from a seatback, the headrest comprising one or more magnetizable plate members; a cushion adjustable between a first position and a second position relative to the headrest, the cushion comprising a plurality of magnets, wherein the one or more magnetizable plate members and the plurality of magnets are configured to magnetically attach the cushion to the headrest for supporting the cushion at the first or second position.

Abstract: A functional pillow according to an aspect of the present invention includes a support part which has a center formed in a concave shape and supports user's head and cervical spine; and side parts which are connected to both edges of the support part, are formed to be parallel to a ground, and are higher than the support part, in which the support part includes a concave first groove extending in one direction parallel to the user's cervical spine, and a concave second groove which is connected to an edge of the first groove and extends along the one direction or another direction, and the first groove may have a lowest point that is higher than a lowest point of the second groove.

Abstract: A data center having a hot aisle, a cold aisle, a row of server rack cabinets located between the cold aisle and the hot aisle, and a self-expanding gap filler located in a gap between adjacent elements in the data center is provided. The self-expanding gap filler includes a compressible material and a tubular outer member defining an inner space, the tubular outer member encapsulating the compressible material within the inner space. The compressible material is configured to expand from a compressed state within the inner space of the tubular outer member to an expanded state within the inner space of the tubular outer member in response to a seal being at least partially released within the tubular outer member to allow air to flow into the inner space of the tubular outer member, whereby the self-expanding gap filler at least partially fills the gap between the adjacent elements in the data center.

Abstract: A neck pillow bladder assembly includes a neck pillow that is curved into a U-shape for positioning around a user's neck. A compartment is integrated into the neck pillow and a bladder is insertable into the compartment in the neck pillow. The bladder can be filled with a fluid beverage and a tube is fluidly attachable to the bladder to receive the fluid beverage. Additionally, the tube is exposed when the bladder is positioned in the compartment to facilitate a user to drink the liquid beverage from the tube. A mouthpiece is fluidly coupled to the tube for positioning in the user's mouth to facilitate the user to drink the liquid beverage from the mouthpiece.

Abstract: A multi-position pillow for providing cervical area support during sleep, the multi-position pillow comprising: an outer cover adapted to be opened; a core support removably associated with the outer cover, the core support comprising a sloped body with a contour hole and venting through holes, wherein a downward slope of the sloped body extends from a first end to a second end, a head connected to the first end and having a hump, and a ledge disposed in the head along a top end of the hump; and a contouring material layer removably associated with the outer cover and compressed over a top of the core support; wherein an association of the outer cover with the core support and the contouring material layer causes the core support and the contouring material layer to be positioned centrally within the outer cover, such that to provide cervical area support to a user.

Abstract: An articulated chin rest is assembly is provided for supporting the chin of a patient under monitored anesthesia care, sedation, general anesthesia, or other medical procedure to ensure that their airway is unobscured. The assembly may comprise a clamp adaptable to grip a variety of structures, a first and a second length of rigid material sequentially and rotatably connected to the clamp, and a chin rest finally rotatably connected to the second length of rigid material. Means for rotatably linking the clamp, first and second lengths of rigid material, and chin rest allow each element to rotate in three dimensional space so that the assembly mechanically mimics, and is ultimately usable in place of, an anesthesiologist's hand for tilting the patient's head and securely supporting the patient's chin.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a pillow. The pillow includes a first pillow body and a second pillow body. The first pillow body is stacked on the second pillow body. The first pillow body and the second pillow body are connected to form a channel. So that when a user can take a rest on a desk with the pillow, the user lets the arms pass through the channel. The first pillow body and the second pillow body support the arms above and below the arms, so that a pressure on the arms can be reduced. Meanwhile, the head is placed on the pillow, which can improve the sleep experience.

Abstract: A cervical orthotic device is generally provided. In an example, the device can include a base, sidewalls extending upwardly from the base, and a cervical support surface opposite the base and configured to unite the sidewalls. In certain examples, the sidewalls can include opposingly paired lateral sidewalls and first and second longitudinal sidewalls. In some examples, the cervical support surface can include a first planar portion adjacent the first longitudinal sidewall, a second planar portion adjacent the second longitudinal sidewall, and an arcuate portion intermediate the planar portions.

Abstract: A portable sleep support structure for enabling a user to rest comfortably while in a confined space or seated position. The sleep support structure is made of several elements that may be detachable from each other. The sleep support structure, which also includes telescoping elements, enables a user to rest and fall asleep by leaning forward into the sleep support structure which supports the head, neck and torso of a user. This support system enables a user to relax and makes sitting for long periods less stressful, because the user is able to sleep, rest or relax, in the seated position. The sleep support structure is anchored by the bodyweight of the user leaning into the structure, which is placed on the thighs of the user. A torso strap is also utilized to stabilize the chest of a user.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cervical spine supporting pillow and a method of manufacturing the same, and more particularly, to a cervical spine supporting pillow including: a first support layer formed to have a predetermined area so that a cervical spine and an occipital region of a user may be seated thereon; a second support layer formed with a plurality of air vents in a front surface and a rear surface thereof; and a third support layer formed to support the first support layer and the second support layer, wherein the third support layer, the second support layer, and the first support layer are sequentially stacked from bottom to top.

Abstract: A pillow is provided herein which includes a cover having opposing first and second panels. A gusset perimetrically bounds, and joins, the first and second panels. The gusset is formed of an open cell construction. Compliant fill material is disposed within the cover. Advantageously, with the subject invention, a pillow is provided allowing for lateral ventilation between opposing panels. This permits a cooling effect while a user is resting or sleeping.

Abstract: A knee cushion is disclosed which includes an integral foam member having a first major surface, an oppositely aligned second major surface, at least one side wall joining the first major surface to the second major surface. Leg depressions are formed in both the first and second major surfaces. The leg depressions are arranged in the shape of a modified peace symbol. The leg depressions permit a person to position the knee cushion between their knees while sleeping on their side to assist in aligning their hips and for keeping their spine straight. The integral foam member also includes a circular depression located in a central portion of the modified peace symbol on both the first and second major surfaces. Lastly the integral foam member has an Indentation Force Deflection at 25% of from between about 8 pounds-force to about 18 pounds-force.

Abstract: A wrinkle pillow, comprising two lobes each comprising a top, a bottom, and a side; a tapered indentation joining the two lobes, wherein the two lobes and the tapered indentation form an exterior comprising an hourglass shape, and further wherein the tapered indentation comprising a top, a bottom, and a side; and a filling.

Abstract: A tummy time support for infants has a wedge-shaped support having a flat bottom surface, a top surface inclined at a first angle in a range of about 8° to about 20° relative to the bottom surface, a front side at the peak of the incline, a rear side at the base of the incline. In a top view thereof, the front side has two concave recesses positioned proximate shoulder positions of an infant and the rear side has a single elongate concave recess with a peak centered between the two concave recesses. Kits are disclosed that have of a mat having a first fastener and a first tummy time support having a second faster releasably mutable to the first fastener. The kit can include a toy support and a second tummy time support that is bigger or smaller than the first tummy time support.

Abstract: A height-adjustable pillow includes: a cervical pillow including an outer shell and contents filled inside the outer shell, and wall parts formed to protrude from both sides of the loading part; side pillows including side-of-face contact parts, which are attached to both sides of the cervical pillow and have a plurality of elastic pads formed in the same shape and stacked therein, and fine height-adjusting parts comprising a plurality of slim pads stacked at the lower portions of the side-of-face contact parts and cover bodies which are finished by respectively encompassing the outer surfaces of the plurality of slim pads and being thermally fused to the edge portions thereof and which have friction increasing parts provided on the outer surfaces thereof; wing parts for connecting the lower portions of the cervical pillow and the side pillows; and an outer cover in which all constituent parts are accommodated and fitted.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a pillow apparatus that is structured to support a user's limbs or legs. The pillow apparatus typically comprises a pillow body. The pillow body typically comprises a first concave depression positioned on a first surface of the pillow body. The first concave depression is structured to support at least a portion of a thigh of a user or a portion of crus leg part of the user. In some embodiments, the pillow body also comprises a second concave depression positioned on a second surface of the pillow body, opposite the first surface. Moreover, in some embodiments, the pillow apparatus comprises a coupling member structured for releasably connecting the pillow apparatus with an adjacent pillow apparatus.

Abstract: A traction pillow includes a pillowcase and an elastic pillow interior. The pillow interior has an opening, and the opening penetrates from an upper side of the pillow interior to a lower side of the pillow interior. The pillowcase includes an upper surface and a lower surface. The upper surface is provided with a first connector. The lower surface is provided with a second connector, and when the pillowcase sleeves the pillow interior. The first connector is detachably connected to the second connector via the opening to enable the upper surface and the lower surface to clamp the pillow interior, and the upper surface and the lower surface press the pillow interior to form a neck brace supporting portion.

Abstract: A pillow with a removable rod-shaped insert is described herein. The rod-shaped insert is removably insertable into a cavity and/or trough within the pillow. Both the rod-shaped insert and the cavity and/or trough are substantially semi-circular at each vertically oriented cross-section thereof. The cavity includes an opening in a side of the pillow opposite a side thereof which is in contact with a user's head and/or body. The rod-shaped insert has a plurality of parallel ridges on at least one outer surface thereof and extends between both lateral sides of the pillow. In some configurations, the rod-shaped insert is a single substantially planar structure which is folded into a substantially semi-circular shape. In some configurations, the rod-shaped insert has an internal removably-insertable structure.

Abstract: A foam core for a mattress including a supporting layer for supporting the vertebral column, the supporting layer including an upper part and a lower part. Different body support regions are provided in the upper part along the longitudinal direction of the foam core, a plurality of the body support regions having at least one recess in the material of the foam core. At least one reserve region is provided in the lower part and has at least one recess in the material of the foam core. The foam core is formed such that the reserve region is not substantially deformed in case of a load on the upper part above the reserve region if the load is below a predetermined limit pressure, and that in case of a load above the predetermined limit pressure, the reserve region is deformed. A mattress having such a foam core is furthermore shown.

Abstract: A gaming support pad includes a cover having fill material therein that forms at least one feature on a side of the gaming support pad. The gaming support pad further includes a pad, enclosed by the cover, the pad comprising a plurality of different material layers.

Abstract: A flexible cellular foam or composition contains a flexible foam structure that comprises a plurality of highly thermally conductive solids including nanomaterials. The thermally conductive solids may be carbon nanomaterials or other metallic or non-metallic solids. The carbon nanomaterials may include, but are not necessarily limited to, carbon nanotubes and graphite nanoplatelets. The highly thermally conductive solids may include but are not limited to micro-sized solids that may include graphite flakes, for example. When mixed within flexible foam, the presence of nanomaterials may impart greater support factor, greater thermal conductivity, and/or a combination of these improvements. The flexible foam composition may be polyurethane foam, latex foam, polyether polyurethane foam, viscoelastic foam, high resilient foam, polyester polyurethane foam, foamed polyethylene, foamed polypropylene, expanded polystyrene, foamed silicone, melamine foam, among others.

Abstract: A protection device that provides improved protection against damage to the underlying product. The protection device includes silk impact pillows that absorb energy from low or high impacts. The present disclosure provides the ability to adjust a plurality of attributes: 1) pillow stiffness, 2) cocoon density; and 3) cocoon height, to construct a pillow of a desired impact resistance.

Abstract: A portable support, pain or pressure relief device comprising a plurality of pillows where a first pillow comprises an opening. A second pillow is disposed in the opening forming an aperture and is selectively adjustable in the opening to adjust a shape and size of the aperture.

Abstract: A pillow with a removable rod-shaped insert is described herein. The rod-shaped insert is removably insertable into a cavity and/or trough within the pillow. Both the rod-shaped insert and the cavity and/or trough are substantially semi-circular at each vertically oriented cross-section thereof. The cavity includes an opening in a side of the pillow opposite a side thereof which is in contact with a user's head and/or body. The rod-shaped insert has a plurality of parallel ridges on at least one outer surface thereof and extends between both lateral sides of the pillow. In some configurations, the rod-shaped insert is a single substantially planar structure which is folded into a substantially semi-circular shape. In some configurations, the rod-shaped insert has an internal removably-insertable structure.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to shaped body for receiving a skull on a support plane, wherein the shaped body is substantially ring-shaped, and wherein at least in one subregion, the contour of the cross section of the shaped body has a half ellipse inclined with respect to the support plane, and wherein at least in one subregion, the contour of the cross section of the shaped body is asymmetrical.

Abstract: A pillow is provided herein which includes a cover having opposing first and second panels. A gusset perimetrically bounds, and joins, the first and second panels. The gusset is formed of an open cell construction. Compliant fill material is disposed within the cover. Advantageously, with the subject invention, a pillow is provided allowing for lateral ventilation between opposing panels. This permits a cooling effect while a user is resting or sleeping.

Abstract: A face cushion includes a hollow-out portion located at a central portion of the face cushion; an inflatable portion having an inner peripheral edge located adjacent to the hollow-out portion, an outer peripheral edge, and two slit edges located between the inner and the outer peripheral edge, with an area between the inner and the outer peripheral edge being divided into a first and a second air bag; a slit section formed between the two slit edges; and a plurality of inflating connections separately connected to the first and the second air bag. The first and the second air bag are inflated alternately with gas supplied from a gas supply device to the inflatable body via different pipelines at different time points to produce on the face cushion a facial configuration similar to a patient's face, allowing different parts of the patient's face to contact with the face cushion intermittently.

Abstract: A head shaping pillow is provided. The head shaping pillow includes an elongated flexible core disposed within a fabric casing. The elongated flexible core is coiled to define an upper ring and a lower ring, wherein the upper ring includes a diameter greater than a diameter of the lower ring. In some embodiments, the fabric casing includes a first panel affixed to a second panel along an upper edge and a lower edge of each, defining at least an open first end.

Abstract: A leg pillow having an upper edge and lower edge and two convex curved side edges, wherein a recess is defined in the middle of the leg pillow. The leg pillow also includes leg support indentations at the upper edge. The leg support indentations are on both the top and bottom side of the leg pillow to provide support and proper body alignment for side sleeping individuals.

Abstract: A pillow for treating snoring and/or sleep apnea features at least one head recess having a bottom area for receiving and supporting a lateral side of a user's face, and a peripheral area spanning upwardly from the bottom area at a perimeter thereof. A neck channel extends from the head recess. The peripheral area of the head recess includes a chin region that reaches laterally outward from the neck channel at an angle and orientation such that the user's cervical spine resides in a relaxed non-extended state, and the user's mandible is maintained in a closed position. In embodiments for couples, first and second head recesses in the top of one pillow face inwardly toward one another, and third and fourth head recesses in either the bottom of the same pillow or the top of a separate pillow bottom surface face outwardly away from one another.

Abstract: A pillow system for use by a user laying on their back, such as for use after a mastectomy or other surgery. The pillow system provides a cushioning and supportive system. In one particular implementation, the pillow system has two elongate side pillows for placing under and extending from at least a user's shoulders to the user's knees. The two side pillows have an inner edge that includes two concave regions, thus when the two pillows are placed next to or alongside each other, two generally void areas are formed. The pillow system may include a head pillow and/or a support pillow(s), such as a wedge-shaped pillow.

Abstract: A support device for ergonomic support of a user's hand during operation of a hand-operated input device, such as a computer mouse. The device includes a left pad and a right pad, spaced apart by a hinge that enables the pads to fold into a closed configuration for transport or storage. The hinge may be a living hinge integrally formed with at least a portion of the left and right pads. The pads support the pisiform and trapezium regions of the heel of the hand, respectively, and are configured to slide on a work surface. The device may include a latching mechanism, such a magnetic latch, to releasably hold the device in the closed configuration when not in use.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a portable head support designed to fit in the interior of a carry-on article carried by a passenger. The device provides head support for those who prefer sleeping in a face-down position and comprises a base and a head support connected along at least one of their abutting edges by a mechanism which permits the angle between the base and head support to be adjusted by the user.

Abstract: A pillow is provided having an elongated main body having a first end and a second end and a length from the first end to the second end. The pillow may further have a first notch at a top edge of the elongated main body adjacent the first end and a second notch at the top edge of the elongated main body adjacent the second end. The pillow may then have a first pocket at an inner surface of the elongated main body between the first notch and a bottom edge of the elongated main body and a second pocket at the inner surface between the second notch and the bottom edge.

Abstract: The present invention provides a kind of sleeping pillow complying with the spinal medical theories, including the pillow case and fillers. The space enclosed by the said pillow case is divided into the isolated head bearing area and neck bearing area, and the said head bearing area is divided into the middle dented face-up sleeping head bearing area and the side sleeping head bearing area whose sides are higher. The said neck bearing area is divided into the face-up sleeping neck bearing area set in the middle and the side sleeping neck bearing area set on both sides of the said face-up sleeping neck bearing area. The height of the said the side sleeping neck bearing area is not lower than that of the said face-up sleeping neck bearing area.

Abstract: An anti-wrinkle anatomic pillow that allows that users rest on their backs, face down or on the side without this causing expression lines in their skins.

Abstract: A pillow system includes a pillow assembly and a pillow and pillow cover assembly, the pillow assembly having a base attached to a pillow having an opening, the pillow formed of a first foam material, and the base formed of a second foam material, and wherein the first foam material is more rigid than the second foam material. The pillow and pillow cover assembly includes a pillow cover formed of a stretchy fabric material capable of stretching into the opening of the pillow during use.

Abstract: A pillow includes a head support, a neck support, and an opening extending entirely through a central portion of the pillow. The head support includes a top surface and a bottom surface, and defines a first height extending between the top and bottom surfaces. The neck support is coupled to the head support and includes a top surface and a bottom surface. The top surface has a central portion and side portions. The central portion defines a second height extending between a base of the central portion and the bottom surface, and each of the side portions defines a third height extending between an apex of the respective side surface and the bottom surface. The third height is greater than the first and second heights.

Abstract: A furniture item with at least one wedge-shaped bed and with a vertical axis of rotation, about which the at least one bed and/or at least one wedge-shaped functional element are/is mounted in a rotatable manner. The axis of rotation is arranged at one of the two ends of the bed or is formed by the axis of rotation of a rotary part, on which one of the two bed ends is fastened.

Abstract: A multi-position pillow for providing cervical area support during sleep, the multi-position pillow comprising: an outer cover adapted to be opened; a core support removably associated with the outer cover, the core support comprising a sloped body, wherein a downward slope of the sloped body extends from a first end to a second end, a head connected to the first end and having a hump, and a ledge disposed in the head along a top end of the hump; and a contouring material layer removably associated with the outer cover, the contouring material layer being compressible such that to compress over a top of the core support; wherein an association of the outer cover with the core support and the contouring material layer causes the core support and the contouring material layer to be positioned centrally within the outer cover, such that to provide cervical area support to a user.

Abstract: A formed therapeutic tool has a base in a generally heart-shaped configuration with a narrow arcuate front, a wide rear, tapering sides, and a concave bottom. A rearward support is formed of two similarly configured projections. The projections are laterally spaced. Each projection has a linear high point and a semicircular surface. The tool has a forward support formed of two similarly configured inclines. Each incline has an arcuate high point adjacent to one of the projections and an arcuate low point adjacent to the front. A ovoid shaped central recess extends downwardly between the inclines and the projections. The central recess terminates in an ovoid shaped floor with a lower surface constituting a portion of the concave bottom of the base. The tool having a Durometer of from 36 to 45 on a Shore A scale and an Indentation Force Deflection of from 8 to 9.

Abstract: An adjustable orthopedic pillow includes a plurality of sections separated by dividers. Each section includes a head support fill chamber, a comfort layer fill chamber, a primary cervical support fill chamber, and a secondary cervical support fill chamber. The primary cervical support fill chamber can be positioned between at least a portion of the head support fill chamber and at least a portion of the comfort layer fill chamber and can an opening at a superior portion of the primary cervical support fill chamber. The secondary cervical support fill chamber can be positioned between at least a portion of the head support fill chamber and at least a portion of primary cervical support fill chamber and can include an opening at an inferior portion of the secondary cervical support fill chamber.

Abstract: A snoring prevention pillow includes: a center protrusion (101) allowing sleeper's head and neck to laterally rotate in either left or right direction at the center of upper and lower surfaces of a pillow body (10); a neck support (102) formed on lower portions of the upper and lower surfaces of the pillow body (10); and headrest portions (103) formed at opposite sides of the center protrusion (101) and each having a groove shape that is thinner than the pillow body (10), wherein the headrest portions (103) each have the groove that becomes deeper from the lower to upper portion in the upper lateral direction such that the head and the neck of the sleeper can be tilted in the upper lateral direction.