Abstract: Cervical pillows with beautification properties for supporting the head and neck of a person are provided. Pillows have a resilient pillow body having an adjustable height head rest, a resilient pillow body having a resilient upper portion with a plurality of depressions on a top face of the resilient upper portion for receiving the person's ears, a top face with a planar portion with a downward angular planar declination, and a resilient lower portion with a bottom face.

Abstract: A new therapeutic cervical pillow for aiding individuals with cervical spine aliments. The inventive device includes a concave pillow member having a back portion having an arcuate surface, and a pair laterally opposing arcuate side portions extending from the back portion. The arcuate side portions and said back portion arcuate surface define a concavity for accepting the neck of a person for supporting the cervical spine when in a seated position. A pivot pin is employed to permit pivoting of each of the side portions of the pillow relative to the back portion and the other side portion of the pillow.

Abstract: A pillow book construction comprised of two pillows, a thick one and a thin one, joined together like the two covers of a book by means of a seam along the short end of the internal sides. The pillows have thicknesses of 7 cm and 5 cm and, once folded upon each other, form a large pillow-book of 12 cm. This pillow construction with these three values of thickness has been designed taking into account the three sleeping or resting positions: the head and the body sideways; the head sideways and the body facing downwards; the head and body facing upwards. Additionally, a plurality of exchangeable and illustrated sheets made of fabric are provided.

Abstract: An improved body support or bed pillow. A pillow cover is provided which is formed by sewing together two pieces of material. On the interior face of each of the two pieces of material are sewn a plurality of loops of material. A drawstring is fed through the loops of material from one side of the pillow cover to the other in a zigzag pattern. The body support is filled with granular material such as natural buckwheat. By pulling the drawstrings taut, the pillow is segmented into two distinct sections; one section may be utilized to support the head and neck of the sleeper and the other to support the body. The drawstrings are held in their tightened positions by tying them together or by proving a common drawstring brake thereby defining a neck roll portion of the body support.

Abstract: A pillow is disclosed which is cut from a block of material and which includes a removable insert within the pillow body which is able to be removed to thereby decrease the height of the pillow. The pillow is cut by cutting part of an upper or lower surface, cutting the other of the upper or lower surface, cutting the remaining of part of the upper or lower surface, making a cut into the pillow body, cutting the insert from within the pillow body and by making a cut through the insert to divide the insert into two parts. The cutting is preferably performed in a single cutting pass of a cutting blade.

Abstract: A pillow with advertising collar includes an elongated pillow having enlarged ends and a smaller diameter central portion with a generally cylindrical collar encircling the central portion and having printed indicia on an outward face thereof. The collar has a diameter greater than the central portion but less than the ends of the pillows, thereby retaining the collar in position on the pillow.

Abstract: An incrementally adjustable ergonomic pillow, of a fitted fabric or other type holder for already shaped foam, poly or other type inserts, placed inside of the pillow case and held there by way of Velcro strips, zippers or other restraint attachments was developed because of the needs of the various sizes of persons engaged in the sleep process, due to those horizontal variations and vertical differences between the shoulder of different sizes of persons engaged in the sleep process, due to those horizontal variations in vertical differences between the shoulders of different size persons and the need of individuals to have a horizontal alignment of the entire system (tip of vertebrae where they join the base of the skull, neck vertibrae of the back) while lying on the sides, back or stomach while resting or sleeping. It also tends to inhibit snoring when an obstructed passageway for air may be the cause. Orthopedic and therapeutic values are imputed.

Abstract: Novel composites are formed from a low rigidity oriented and non-oriented gelatinous elastomer composition of poly(styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene) or poly(styrene-ethylene-proplene-styrene) triblock copolymer and high levels of a plasticizing oil. The gelatinous elastomer composition is physically interlocked with an open cell sponge thereby displacing the air space within the sponge and the gel rigidity is found to be greater than about the sum of the combined rigidity of the gelatinous elastomer composition and sponge alone. The gelatinous elastomer composite exhibits a novel combination of properties including unexpectedly high elongation and tensile strength and excellent shape retention after extreme deformation under high-velocity impact and stress conditions. The gelatinous elastomer composites can be made firm or soft and flexible.

Abstract: A body support platform comprises a foldable body support cushion formed of two wedge-shaped cushions covered with a washable fabric covering forming a hinge at which the cushion is folded. A head support cushion comprising three covered cushion components detachably affixed at one end of the body support cushion. The coverings of the body and head support cushions each have a pair of overlapping flap portions for inserting and removing foam elements into the coverings. The flap portions of the body support cushion also form a pair of pockets in the sides of the folded body support cushion for carrying the cushion components of the head support cushion and an ankle supporting bolster. A handle is provided adjacent the hinge for carrying the body support platform in its folded state.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting an individual's head or neck which includes a base member and a cushion portion being removably mounted on and spaced from the base member. The cushion portion includes a first section adapted to support an individual's head or neck, and additional recessed regions extending angularly from each end of the first section to form a substantially u-shaped cushion portion. The cushion portion is selectably engageable with an individual's head or neck forming an air channel when an individual lies in a horizontal prone position.

Abstract: Disclosed is a therapeutic pillow. The pillow has a bag-like cover filled with natural granular material having a water content in the range of 5% to 25% by weight. The preferred range of water content is from 9% to 16%. The therapeutic pillow can be in different shapes, such as the shape of a toy for use by children, a pad shape with pockets for inserting hands or feet, or muff-shaped. Also disclosed is a temperature sensor and baffles to keep the filling from gathering. A biomagnetic embodiment is also disclosed.

Abstract: A body support includes first and second resilient cushions. The first cushion has a substantially semicylindrical shape defined by a semicylindrical top surface, two substantially semicircular end surfaces, and a substantially rectangular bottom surface having first and second long sides and two short sides. The second cushion has a substantially semicylindrical shape defined by a semicylindrical top surface, two substantially semicircular end surfaces, and a substantially rectangular bottom surface having first and second long sides and two short sides. The first long side of the second cushion is hingedly connected to the second long side of the first cushion so that the first and second cushions can be rotated with respect to each other from an open position to a closed position. A zipper is used to secure the first and second cushions in the closed position. A method of providing support to a person's neck and head, and a method of providing support to a person's back are also disclosed.

Abstract: A new and improved head support which enables a user to comfortably rest upon his or her stomach. The support includes a horseshoe-shaped head support having a first opened end, a second closed end, an inner periphery, an outer periphery, an upper surface, a lower surface, a first side and a second side. The inner periphery is adapted to support a user's head. A first set of legs is provided for supporting the first side of the rigid head support. Each leg of the first set is pivotally connected to the lower surface of the head support. Furthermore, each leg of the first set has a first position adjacent the lower surface of the head support, and a second position substantially perpendicular to the lower surface of the head support. A second set of legs is provided for supporting the second side of the rigid head support.

Abstract: An inflatable pillow comprising end sections and an intermediate portion. Valve means for inflating the pillow is connected to one of said end sections and passages are provided interconnecting said end sections to simultaneously inflate the pillow. The pillow further includes an intermediate trapezoidal section containing a relatively flat portion at its upper end and an inflatable portion at its lower end that is a fraction of the height of the inflatable end sections. A strap means is provided to secure the pillow to a back rest to provide stability of the pillow when in use.

Abstract: A radiolucent head clamp having a C-shaped frame with a fixed head-engaging pin on one side and a pair of head-engaging pins on the opposite side. The opposite side of the clamp has a radiolucent rotation mechanism for adjusting the angular position of the pair of head-engaging pins and a radiolucent translation mechanism for linearly moving the pair of head-engaging pins with respect to the fixed head-engaging pin.

Abstract: An adjustable pillow that supports the head and neck of a user when laying on his/her side or in face downward position is described. This pillow has a central base portion and one or more lateral protrusions, particularly including upper lateral protrusions, all of which are integrally connected to said central base portion. Means are provided for securing one or more lift pads beneath the pillow to vary the height of the pillow surface relative to the plane upon which the pillow and its user are supported.

Abstract: Novel gelatinous compositions and articles are fromed from an intimate melt blend admixture of poly(styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene) triblock copolymer and high levels of a plasticizing oil.The gelatinous composition is transparent and have a novel combination of properties including unexpectedly high elongation and tensile strength and excellent shape retention after extreme deformation under high-velocity impact and stress conditions. The gelatinous products of this invention are soft, flexible, and have elastic memory, characterized by a gel rigidity of from about 20 gram to about 700 gram Bloom. These and other properties are particularly essential for the gelatinous composition to have utility as toys, therapeutic hand exercising grips, shock absorbers, acoustical isolators, components for cushions, and other uses.

Abstract: A safety nap cushion for use with a chair back mainly consisting of a reverse U-shaped inflatable back cushion having a central opening, two properly curved inflatable side cushions thermally-sealed to two front sides of the back cushion to softly and fitly confine a user's head therebetween, and a length-adjustable retaining strap detachably attached to the back cushion and suitable for being pivotally turned to a position in front of the side cushions to fitly confine the latter and prevent the latter from swaying laterally under pressure. The back cushion is fixly attached to a chair back by engaging hook members with retaining rings provided at its two sides. The side cushions each has a properly curved inner side surface and are so designed that a smooth curve is formed at a lower joint between thed back cushion and the two side cushions to comfortably support the user's head.

Abstract: Cushions for chairs and the like, having a firm internal support member to support key parts of the user's body such as the lumbar region of the back. These cushions are comprised of: a relatively soft cushion material on the body contacting portion of the cushion, which may or may not be part of; an elastic polyurethane foam type cushion material having a generally tubular cavity or hollow of a predetermined size, shape, and location; and a generally firmer elastic polyurethane foam type internal support member strategically shaped and located in the cavity or hollow of the cushion mentioned above. The cushions are designed for maximum user comfort with the body contacting surface of the cushion being relatively soft, but at the same time the cushions for the back, support the lumbar region so that the user's spine will be in the proper position to minimize strain and discomfort. Essentially the cushions more evenly distribute the load of the person sitting on them in such a way that the back etc.

Abstract: A neck cradle including an elongated flexible bar member disposed between two adjustable supports. In use, an upward facing prone human rests the neck upon the bar member and may perform side to side rocking motions which massage the occipital ridge region having a general therapeutic effect. In an alternate embodiment, sets of three beads in two sizes are disposed upon a plurality of short axles fixed between two rails attached to adjustable upright supports.

Abstract: The cervical traction/stretch device comprises a hollow inflatable body made of an elastically expandable material and includes a shoulder portion, a head portion and a bellows portion which is integrally formed with the head portion and to the shoulder portion. The bellows portion, the shoulder portion and the head portion have aligned U-shaped openings therein adapted to receive a user's neck. Pumping structure is connected to the body for pumping air into the body and for relieving or releasing air out of the body and the head portion. The bellows portion and the shoulder portion have an un-inflated condition, a first inflated condition and a second inflated condition where the bellows portion acts against and between the head portion and the shoulder portion.

Abstract: The cervical traction device comprises: a body including a shoulder portion, a head portion and a bellows which extends substantially across the width and height of the body between and connected to the head portion and to the shoulder portion and acting against and between substantially the full inner end surface of the head portion and the full inner end surface of the shoulder portion. The bellows, the shoulder portion and the head portion have aligned U-shaped openings therein adapted to receive a patient's neck. A hand operated air pump is connected to the bellows for pumping air into the bellows and for relieving or pumping air out of the bellows.

Abstract: A star-like or flower shaped pillow and conforming pillowcase (24) comprised of cushioned extensions (14) radiating out from a center section (16) which create open portions or cavities between said sections. The resulting surface area is designed to provide support for various portions of epidermal tissue to rest on, thereby letting preferred areas remain free from pressure as said areas are suspended over the hollow spaces, thereby avoiding creasing and pressure on the skin.

Abstract: An infant environmental transition system and method provides an infant with a controlled, healthy transition from an intrauterine environment to the extrauterine environment, and includes a housing within which the infant is supported by a soft, form-fitting bolster system. The bolster system is comprised of one or more pads, or bolsters, arranged such that they can be placed about an infant. A gentle but firm pressure is exerted on the infant by the bolster or bolsters through the use of straps or by the use of a U-shaped spring covered partially or completely by a bolster or bolsters. This pressure offers a reduction of an infant's stress level, as well as physical stabilization of the infant. Environmental conditions provided within the housing include simulated motions, sounds and tactile sensations resembling the intrauterine environment. A suspension and drive system controls the degree of movement imparted to the housing and to an infant supported therein.

Abstract: A head support for use with infant retaining devices such as infant and children's car seats, infant carriers, cribs, bassinets, bouncer seats, high chairs, baby strollers, toddler booster car seats, and the like, and also for use by adults traveling on trains, busses, cars, airplanes, etc., particularly to retain a user's head in an upright orientation while sleeping, includes at least one flexible support member connected to a base member and at least one fastener, such as VELCRO (.TM.) or snaps, for securing the support member to the base member in an at least partially over-folded orientation for supporting the head of an infant or small child. More preferably, the head support includes two flexible support members connected to the base member and having respective free end portions adjustably secured to the base member and forming A-frame supports for supporting opposite lateral portions of the head of an infant or child therebetween.

Abstract: Disclosed is a therapeutic pillow having a removable washable outer sleeve. The pillow has a baglike cover filled with natural granular material having a water content in the range of 5% to 25% by weight. The preferred range of water content is from 9% to 16%.Also disclosed is a method of treating pain with the therapeutic pillow.

Abstract: A pillow adjustable to maximize comfortable support of the cervical area of the neck and head includes a cover comprising upper and lower fabric cover panels forming therebetween an interior space filled with a flowable filler material such as buckwheat hulls. Internally protruding snap fasteners in vertically aligned locations on inner facing sides of the upper and lower cover panels are fastenable and unfastenable by application of external pressing or pulling forces applied to the cover panels, thereby forming or unforming subdivisions of the interior space of the pillow into which filler material may be externally manipulated into or out of. In the preferred embodiment, a rectangular array of fasteners offset to one long side of a rectangular pillow allows narrow or wide tubular neck support sections to be formed by subdivisions within the pillow.

Abstract: A therapeutic pillow assembly set is provided with interchangeable resilient neck-support components of different sizes, interchangeable resilient side-support components of different sizes, interchangeable resilient shoulder-support components of different sizes, and interchangeable resilient height-adjustment components of different sizes all of which are each selectively and detachably secured to a resilient base component by detachable-type fastener means.

Abstract: An pillow with a height adjustment device comprising a driving mechanism consisted of an axle, two driving gears spaced on the axle, and a knob coupled to the axle at one end, and two rack assemblies meshed with either driving gear and disposed beneath the cover cushion of the pillow, each rack assembly being consisted of a first rack and a second rack, slidably mounted in and extend through two guide tubes horizontally meshed with the respective driving gear at different height, the guide tubes being adapted to curve upwards at the outer portion of which so as to guide and support the first and second racks curved upwards at the portions near the end of the racks attached to the cover cushion to lift the cover cushion as the axle is turned by the knob in one direction; the first and second racks of each rack assembly will thus be moved downwards to lower the cover cushion as the axle is turned by the knob in the reversed direction.

Abstract: A head support device to be used in cooperation with a treatment table for humans such as a chiropractic or therapeutic table. The head support device provides a comfortable support for a patient's head during therapy, wherein the head support device includes a baseplate of polygonal shape having at least four sides, including two opposing, longer sides and opposing top and bottom sides. The bottom side includes an opening that allows airflow to a patient when face-down on the table. The baseplate includes a pair of flanges connected to the opposing longer sides of the baseplate and extending upward from the baseplate within a range of 20 to 90 degrees. Attachment structure coupled to the head support device enables attachment of the head support device to the treatment table. A patient controlled pressure adjustment mechanism is attached to the pillow to permit the patient adjust air pressure to a desired comfort level. A second pillow having a medial hinged section is suspended from the baseplate.

Abstract: A cushion that can detachably secured to a seat back of an automotive or other vehicle by a pair of adjustable straps, which cushion can support the neck of a person while riding in the vehicle, and has an internal storage pouch with a closure. An auxiliary strap is provided which attaches to the adjustable straps to fasten the cushion to a person's waist if it is desired.The cushion includes a body portion which is contoured to fit the neck, preferably filled with a resilient plastic foam, with an outer protective cover of vinyl, and which has a horizontal opening in the back with a zipper to provide selective access to the storage pouch. The auxiliary strap is attached to the adjustable straps to enable the cushion to fit the waists of different sizes of persons.

Abstract: A device for supporting the head of a bed-ridden patient off an end of a bed during shampooing and cutting of the patient's hair. The device includes a frame with an open top, a series of straps traversing the open top of the frame, and a watertight collection tub disposed over a lower portion of the frame.

Abstract: Novel composites are formed from a low rigidity gelatinous elastomer composition of poly(styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene) triblock copolymer and high levels of a plasticizing oil. The gelatinous elastomer composition is physically interlocked with an open cell sponge thereby displacing the air space within the sponge and the gel rigidity is found to be greater than about the sum of the combined rigidity of the gelatinous elastomer composition and sponge alone. The gelatinous elastomer composite exhibits a novel combination of properties including unexpectedly high elongation and tensile strength and excellent shape retention after extreme deformation under high-velocity impact and stress conditions. The gelatinous elastomer composites can be made firm or soft and flexible.

Abstract: Novel gelatinous compositions and articles are formed from an intimate melt blend admixture of poly(styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene) triblock copolymer and high levels of a plasticizing oil.The gelatinous composition is transparent and have a novel combination of properties including unexpectedly high elongation and tensile strength and excellent shape retention after extreme deformation under high-velocity impact and stress conditions. The gelatinous products of this invention are soft, flexible, and have elastic memory, characterized by a gel rigidity of from about 20 gram to about 700 gram Bloom. These and other properties are particularly essential for the gelatinous composition to have utility as toys, therapeutic hand exercising grips, shock absorbers, acoustical isolators, components for cushions, and other uses.

Abstract: A surgical head clamp having two arms, one with a single head engaging pin and the second with two head engaging pins mounted on a bracket. The bracket is capable of being rotated to reposition the head. The operating knob which releases the bracket to allow rotation has a safety locking pin which prevents the inadvertent rotation of the bracket when the pin is in a locked position.

Abstract: An arm support device is provided for use in supporting a person's arms while engaged in an activity such as typing at a keyboard or feeding an infant. The arm support device includes a cushion surrounded by fabric and is divided into a front portion and two side portions extending generally perpendicular to the front portion to form a U-shaped cushion. In use, the U-shaped cushion fits around a person's abdomen with the front portion lying on a person's lap. The side and front portions can support the person's arms when engaged in a stress producing activity. The cushion relieves stress that would otherwise build up within a person's arms and wrists. The device also includes means for vertically adjusting the device for different applications or different sized people. The adjustment feature uses separate smaller cushions that may be inserted into pockets sewn beneath the front and side portions to give the overall cushion a greater height.

Abstract: A new and improved head support apparatus includes a base member and a nonrigid chin rest member, a nonrigid forehead rest member, and a number of peripheral guide members supported by the base member. The chin rest member and the forehead rest member project from the base member a first vertical distance which is longer than a nose of the person when the chin of the person is resting on the chin rest member and the forehead of the person is resting on the forehead rest member. The forehead rest member is spaced from the chin rest member by a horizontal distance which is greater than a height of the nose of the person.

Abstract: A supporting pillow for use to support the nape of the neck/head or, if desired the small of the back when the user is at rest and/or for therapeutic treatment. The supporting pillow is formed by folding a pillow, which when folded forms an upper portion (2a), and a lower portion (2b), with lower portion (2b) being longer than upper portion (2a). Upper and lower portions are fastened to each other, preferably, with corner ends (2a") of upper portion (2a) being fastened to the sides of lower portion (2b) to maintain the shape of the supporting pillow (2), thus, provided. The double portion of the supporting pillow comprising upper portion (2a), and lower portion (2b) constitutes portion (A) for the nape of the neck, and the single portion comprising the projecting lower portion (2b) constitutes the head portion (B) when supporting a person's nape of the neck/head. The double portion may also constitute a support of the small of the back of a person in a sitting position.

Abstract: A surgical head clamp having a C-shaped frame with a fixed head engaging pin on one side and a pair of head engaging pins on the opposite side. The opposite side of the clamp also has a rotation mechanism for adjusting the angular position of the pair of head engaging pins and a translation mechanism for linearly moving the pair of head engaging pins with respect to the fixed head engaging pin.

Abstract: A therapeutic rest is disclosed herein having a first pillow composed of a soft tufted cover filled with a cushion material and a second pillow composed of a soft flexible material intended to be filled with a liquid of suitable temperature. A removable valve is incorporated into the second pillow for introducing the liquid into and out of the second pillow. The first and second pillows are of a U-shaped configuration and releasable retainers are carried on opposing exterior surfaces of the pillows to permit attachment of the pillows when the pillows are in aligned U-shaped configuration.

Abstract: A protective pillow comprises two symmetrical side panels connected by a back panel which define a receiving space therein for the comfortable support of the head of a user. The back panel has an orthopedically engineered front surface which closely fits the back of the head. The side panels have bottom ends which terminate into hooks by which the pillow can be fastened or attached to the user's shoulders.

Abstract: A pillow has a base portion against which the user rests his/her head and a lateral support portion which supports the user's head to resist rotation thereof about the axis of the user's neck. The pillow may also have a recess formed in the support portion for partially accommodating the user's head and thereby resisting relative movement between the pillow and the user's head. Further, the support portion may have a sufficient length so that, in use, it rests on a shoulder of the user to provide further stability to the pillow. A removable cover may be provided, and the pillow is preferably constructed from an expanded foam rubber or synthetic plastics material. In a second preferred embodiment the pillow is provided with two spaced lateral support potions on opposite sides of the base portion. The pillow may be rolled or folded into a compressed condition with the aid of cooperating hook and loop type fastener.

Abstract: A positioning system provides for airway management of a supine subject. A number of bags are provided for supporting the head and lower neck/upper shoulders area of the subject. Once the bags are positioned under the subject, each bag is pressurized using a pressurized fluid source which is controlled by a mechanical controller. The mechanical controller comprises a number of mechanical switches for regulating the pressure in each bag. By manipulating the mechanical switches, the pressure in each bag is adjusted to align the subject's head and lower neck/upper shoulders area such that the mouth, pharynx and trachea are linearly aligned.

Abstract: A therapeutic pillow covering (100) for covering either a prefabricated conventional or therapeutic pillow (200) having a central depression region (210), or for encasing pillow fill having a plurality of compartments (12, 14, 16) for holding a prefabricated pillow insert (22, 28) or a hot or cold pack (26). The compartments (12, 14, 16) each have an opening (13, 15, 17) for insertion and removable of the inserts (22, 26, 28). The pillow covering (100) has a center compartment (14) located about in the center of the pillow cover; two oppositely disposed side wing compartments (12) located on opposite ends of the pillow cover (100); and two oppositely disposed hot/cold pack compartments (16) parallel to the center compartment (11) and on opposite sides of the center compartment (14). The compartments (12, 14, 16) may be affixed either to the interior of the cover (100) or to the exterior of the cover (100). The cover (100) may have boxed off corners (20).

Abstract: The invention is an improved head support stand used to smoothly and accuely position a patient's head when imaging the patient's upper spinal area. The improved stand includes a compound turnbuckle mounted between a base of the stand and a head cradle or face plate mounted to the base. The compound turnbuckle includes two rods threadingly engaged to a turnbuckle body so that the rods translate with respect to the body when it rotates. When the compound turnbuckle is in a fully retracted position, the rods are in a telescoped configuration within the turnbuckle body. When the compound turnbuckle is in a fully extended position, the rods are axially remote from each other and project substantially all the way out of the turnbuckle body.

Abstract: A cervical pillow is provided having a multi-component polyurethane foam construction with an upper portion, intermediate portion and foundation portion. The upper portion includes a convoluted support surface preferably having multi-density upwardly extending protrusions and is laminated to the intermediate portion. The intermediate portion is configured having two generally perpendicular channel depressions of equal depth for supporting and stabilizing the head and neck in an anatomically neutral position, the upper portion conforming to the channels and communicating the channel contour to the support surface. Local support adjustment along one channel is facilitated by a cut-out in the intermediate portion which houses a removable insert. The foundation portion includes a removable base to provide adjustable vertical height of the support surface to adapt to a wide range of users.

Abstract: A convertible pillow having two head rolls coupled by a headrest in a spaced-apart relationship, each having a support member coupled thereto allowing for conversion into a variety of configurations. Attachment members are coupled to the head rolls and the support members for holding convertible pillow in a pillow configuration, and in a head immobilizing configuration. The convertible pillow is securely attached to a mattress by placing a mattress sock over the end of the mattress and attaching the convertible pillow to the mattress sock by the attachment members.

Abstract: A pillow for a burial casket. The pillow is formed of a trapezoidal cross section, head block, four trapezoidal shoulder blocks that are detachable from the head block and a covering pad having a concave undersurface into which the head and shoulder blocks nest. A fabric pillow case has a transverse zipper at its upper end which is normally covered by a fabric. The zipper provides access into the interior of the pillow so as to remove and/or adjust the several blocks in order to present the deceased as attractively as possible.

Abstract: A pillow and tote bag combination including two cushions and a durable soft collapsible sheath with a closable opening therein and handles attached thereto, interconnected between the cushions to form a convenient soft sided tote bag. One part of a two part separable zipper is interconnected to each cushion around its circumference, such that the sheath can be collapsed between the cushions, and the cushions joined together to form an attractive and functional pillow.