Abstract: The invention relates to a holding device for supporting the hands of a patient resting on an examination couch. In accordance with the invention, the holding device for supporting the hands of a patient resting on an examination couch comprises gripping zones which are distanced from one another, said gripping zones each being grippable with a hand of the patient, with the holding device being moveable independently of further devices surrounding the patient.

Abstract: A shoulder immobilizer (20) includes a semi-rigid or rigid orthosis, in the form of an arm support (22), which supports the upper arm, elbow, forearm and wrist of a patient. A bolster (24) is positioned between the patient and the arm support (22). A body strap (26) extends around the patient and attaches to the arm support (22) and/or the bolster (24), holding the arm support and bolster in position against the body of the patient. In embodiments, the shoulder immobilizer (20) may utilize a shoulder strap (28), but such a shoulder strap is not necessary for shoulder immobilization of the patient.

Abstract: An orthopedic pillow for supporting a user is disclosed. The user has a head and a torso. The pillow comprises a head rest for supporting the head of the user and a wedge-shaped portion having a tapered surface. The wedge-shaped portion is attached to and extends away from the head rest. The tapered surface of the wedge-shaped portion supports portions of the torso of the user. The wedge-shaped portion has a shoulder recess depressed from the tapered surface to receive a shoulder of the user.

Abstract: A support system for surgical patients, a convertible support for surgical patients, and a method for providing a convertible support for surgical patients is provided. The support system includes an arm cradle adapted to hold an arm of a patient at an angle when the patient is in a supine position and a side bolster adapted to be positioned against a side of a patient opposite the arm cradle. The side bolster is adapted to stabilize the patient in the supine position. The arm cradle is adapted to hold an arm of a patient at an angle conducive to recovery from shoulder surgery when the patient is in a supine position. The arm cradle is also adapted to be worn as a sling when the patient is ambulatory. The arm cradle, side bolster, and an optional head support may be secured to a mat in a temporary manner.

Abstract: An arm support and positioning assembly is provided that includes a vertical member, an engagement member and a horizontal member having one end engaged with the vertical member through a ball joint assembly and the other end affixed with the engagement member through a wedge lock. The engagement member receives and retains a patient's arm support during the surgical or medical procedures. The vertical member is attached to the clamp support assembly affixed with the operating table. The ball joint assembly includes a first hinge plate, a second hinge plate, and a ball joint having an elongated ball neck on one end and a spherical ball on other end. The ball shape end allows the horizontal member to rotate at a varied angular position with respect to the vertical member thereby providing a greater degree of adjustability to the surgeon.

Abstract: An arm protection apparatus for a patient's arms when the patient is in a prone or supine position. An injured party who is unable to voice complaints of pain or pressure may be positioned on an operating table or on a stretcher. The patient may be unconscious. There is a risk of injury to a patient's arm unless the patient's arm is secured in a safe positioned and cushioned from outside pressure. The arm protection apparatus involves a central pad, which is positioned under a patient's body. Sections come off the central pad, which may be positioned around a patient's arm. Ordinarily, a patient's upper arm and lower arm will both be contained within separate sections that are attached to the central portion of the pad. The pad will be constructed of a soft foam-like material, which is radiolucent and easily folded or cut as need be. The pad will ordinarily be disposable and discarded after one use and can be packaged and stored in a sterile container.

Abstract: A tubular wrap is provided for enclosing the outside surfaces of a folded flat pillow. The tubular wrap includes a tubular body formed of a soft and resilient material with a central tunnel passing through longitudinally. The fabric tube has an opening on both ends. The tube surrounds the body of the folded pillow by passing through the central tunnel and bringing each end of the pillow to meet each end of the pillowcase, so that the pillowcase embodies the folded pillow.

Abstract: A surgical arm rest or leg rest for supporting a patient's limb has concave tray or trough supported on a post member that extends downward. An elongated rod member situated below the tray with clamp member adjustably supports the post of the tray. A clamp member permits the rotation angle and tilt angle of the support post to be adjusted. An L-shaped support arm has a vertical arm portion adapted to be received into a support clamp mounted on the surgical table, and a horizontal arm that holds a sleeve member which supports the rod member. A locking lever on the sleeve member locks the rod member in place in the sleeve member.

Abstract: An apparatus to assist users in getting in and out of bed is herein disclosed, comprising a handle assembly approximately three (3) feet long and positioned in a horizontal configuration along the frame of the bed. During use, it pivots upward to a vertical configuration at the midpoint of the side of the bed by use of a spring-loaded pivot point. A small release button at the top of the handle allows it to move from its horizontal position to its vertical position and back again. Thus it can aid someone in getting in or out of bed, yet fold away so as to not be noticeable under a bed spread or comforter when not in use. The apparatus is viewed as being ideal for those who may be suffering from back pain or who are unable to lie down or get up without assistance.

Abstract: An accessory for a patient's use during a medical procedure is disclosed. The accessory includes a pillow that has an inner material and an outer material. The pillow includes a head support, at least one shoulder support and at least one hand support. The head support has a right side, a left side and a top side. The shoulder support is disposed adjacent the right side and/or the left side of the head support. The hand support is disposed adjacent the top side of the head support. The inner material of the pillow is made of a substantially rigid material. The outer material of the pillow is made of a substantially soft material.

Abstract: An apparatus has segments connected end-to-end so as to form a flexible tube, a base connected to a first segment of the segments, a clamp connected to the base for mounting the base, and a tensioning mechanism for tensioning the segments. A scope adapter can be connected to a last segment of the plurality of segments. An extremity adapter can be connected to a last segment of the plurality of segments. The clamp can mount the base to a mayo stand of a multi-purpose gurney. The clamp can also mount the base to a rail of a multi-purpose gurney.

Abstract: A ridged base with a ridge above/adjacent to a platform zone providing surface(s) for a baby. The system preferably includes ridged base positioned over support base. Support base provides layer of flexibly firm material of depth. The ridged base may approximate any of multiple shapes. Wearer of system may chose shape optimized for them and/or best supports baby's positioning needs. The width of the baby feeding system preferably fits most nursing chairs. A separable cover attaching to a belt. Using the belt includes the belt adjustably fastened, after going around a person wearing the system. The worn version of the baby feeding system is a product of using the belt. The belt releases without tending to wake baby allowing wearer to create released baby feeding system, as a product of this process. A process choosing invention's components with commitment to pay revenue. Chosen component(s), system and revenue are process products.

Abstract: A positioning and support apparatus to secure an infant to an object is described. The object in which the infant is generally secured to is a pillow. The positioning and support apparatus aids in the safety of the infant while simultaneously aiding in the freedom of a caregiver.

Abstract: The present invention is a heel and elbow cushioning device, having a sleeve with a flat top surface and a bottom surface and with the inner cavity of said sleeve being filled with a cushioning material, and the sleeve having a preferred dimension of from about 3 inches to about 12 inches and between about ¼ inch and about 2 inches thick. The sleeve may have a specialized cover to protect from dirt and damage. Such cover would further contain an opening for the sleeve, and would have a closing mechanism for said opening.

Abstract: A cushion or pillow device may comprise first and second tubular members joined at respective lateral portions to define valleys between the tubular members. The tubular members may comprise an outer covering and an inner portion comprising a pliable filler. The outer covering may be fabric that is joined to define the tubular members. The outer covering may be closed to contain the pliable filler. The outer cover may also have open ends for receiving inserts containing pliable filler that are placed within the outer covering. The cushion or pillow device may be manufactured in a number of manners, such as by joining of a fabric or another material to define sleeves, or by molding. The cushion or pillow device may be inserted in a case having an elongate portion for tucking between the frame and mattress of a gurney, hospital bed or the like. The elongate portion may be provided with a cutaway or slit defining separate arms, or a perforation that allows tearing to form the arms.

Abstract: A support for use with the upper extremity of a patient is disclosed. An upper extremity support including a wedge for supporting the upper extremity is provided. The upper extremity support may include a block for supporting the wedge. The upper extremity support may also include straps and may define apertures and grooves for fastening and positioning the upper extremity in relation to the upper extremity support, the patient or another support. The upper extremity support may position the upper extremity in a substantially scaption position.

Abstract: A surgical arm pillow for use with an operating table and associated arm board supports at least one of a patient's laterally positioned arms and the associated shoulder when the patient is lying in a lateral position on the operating table. The surgical arm pillow is made from a resilient foam body that has a top edge and a bottom edge wherein the top edge defines a top arm support channel for receiving and supporting the top arm of the patient and the bottom edge defines a bottom arm channel for receiving the bottom arm the patient. The top arm support channel and the bottom arm channel are vertically spaced one from the other by a distance approximately equal to the width of the shoulders of a human torso at an end of the resilient foam body located most proximate to the patient. Further, the top arm support channel diverges from said bottom arm channel toward an end of the resilient foam body opposite from the patient.

Abstract: A support device and associated appurtenances, which support a user's torso while in a forward leaning position. The device includes a rest the user can lean his/her torso on while working in a forward leaning position, and support structure adapted which can adjust the angle, height, and/or lateral position of the rest. A support device includes support structure, and a rest supported by the support structure, from a base. The rest can support the torso of a user, from the base, as the user leans his/her torso against the rest. Transport structure can be used to move the support structure back and forth along the base. One or more pivotations can be used from base to rest. The invention is useful anywhere a user leans forward for an extended time, such as dentists, working over a desk, over a drafting table, or over a manufacturing line or assembly line.

Abstract: A pillow is shaped to encourage a sleeper to sleep on a side, rather than on the back. This is accomplished by providing a pair of arms extending forwardly from a head support. The arms are spaced apart less than the width of the sleeper's shoulders so it is uncomfortable for the sleeper to roll over onto the back. The arms are spaced from the edges of the pillow to provide for a side ramp, inclined upwardly toward the head support, to receive the forearm of the sleeper.

Abstract: An arm rest for positioning the arm of a patient in relation to an examination table, especially for use during a tomographic radioscopy examination or an operation. The arm rest has an essentially flat base plate (1) that can be slid under the body of the patient or beneath the mattress of the examination table, a supporting plate (2) which is inclined in relation to the base plate (1) or arranged at an angle thereto, and a long carrier part (3) that is arranged on the end of the supporting plate (2), at a distance from the base plate (1), and has a relatively, longer length (9) and narrower width (8). The carrier part (3) is inclined in the direction of its length in relation to the base plate (1).

Abstract: Methods and systems for medical imaging using an ergonomic patient head an arm support are provided. A support for medical imaging is provided that includes a lower body configured to engage a portion of a medical imaging system and an upper surface having a plurality of depressions configured to receive therein at least one of a head and arm of a patient.

Abstract: A personal comfort device having a neck support portion and an arm and upper body support portion. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the neck support portion may comprise a U-shaped pillow having a pair of opposing arms. The neck support portion may be placed onto the back a user's neck such that the two opposing arms pass on either side of the user's neck and such that the free ends of the two opposing arms are located on the front side of the user. The neck support portion may support the head and neck of a user in a comfortable manner. The arm support portion may be interconnected to the neck support portion such that it hangs approximately on the user's torso. The arm support portion may be functional to receive the user's arms and maintain them in approximately a folded position across the user's torso. The arm support portion may be integrated into a blanket to thereby provide additional comfort to a user.

Abstract: An inflatable extremity elevation device is provided. The device includes an outer shell which forms an inflatable air chamber. The outer shell includes a support surface extending from a proximal end to an elevated distal end. An adjustable attachment mechanism can be arranged on the outer shell. From the proximal end to the elevated distal end, the support surface can form a concave support surface portion, a substantially planar support surface portion, and a convex support surface portion. The adjustable attachment mechanism can secure a portion of an extremity against the substantially planar support surface portion such that a distal jointed portion of the extremity can naturally come to rest on the convex support surface portion. The device helps prevent excessive pre- and post-operative swelling of an extremity by allowing the extremity to heal in a natural elevated resting position.

Abstract: A device for supporting at least one arm of an operating person during a surgical or medical operation comprises at least one supporting element for supporting the at least one arm of the operating person, the supporting element being arranged at a carrying structure for carrying the at least one supporting element. The carrying structure is configured such that the at least one supporting element can be lowered or raised for adjusting the height of the operating person's arm. The carrying structure comprises a control system which comprises a hydraulic circuit for lowering or raising the at least one supporting element.

Abstract: A support for use with the upper extremity of a patient is disclosed. An upper extremity support including a wedge for supporting the upper extremity is provided. The upper extremity support may include a block for supporting the wedge. The upper extremity support may also include straps and may define apertures and grooves for fastening and positioning the upper extremity in relation to the upper extremity support, the patient or another support. The upper extremity support may position the upper extremity in a substantially scaption position.

Abstract: A surgical arm pillow for use with an operating table and associated arm board supports at least one of a patient's laterally positioned arms and the associated shoulder when the patient is lying in a lateral position on the operating table. The surgical arm pillow is made from a resilient foam body that has a top edge and a bottom edge wherein the top edge defines a top arm support channel for receiving and supporting the top arm of the patient and the bottom edge defines a bottom arm channel for receiving the bottom arm the patient. The top arm support channel and the bottom arm channel are vertically spaced one from the other by a distance approximately equal to the width of the shoulders of a human torso at an end of the resilient foam body located most proximate to the patient. Further, the top arm support channel diverges from said bottom arm channel toward an end of the resilient foam body opposite from the patient.

Abstract: A device for supporting at least one arm of an operating person during a surgical or medical operation comprises at least one supporting element for supporting the at least one arm of the operating person, the supporting element being arranged at a carrying structure for carrying the at least one supporting element, wherein the carrying structure is configured such that the at least one supporting element can be lowered or raised for adjusting the height of the operating person's arm. The carrying structure comprises at least one carrying arm, which is pivotable about at least one at least approximately horizontal pivot axis such that pivoting of the carrying arm raises or lowers the at least one supporting element. The carrying structure further comprises a mechanical control system acting on the pivotability of the at least one carrying arm in the upward direction differently from the downward direction.

Abstract: A ridged base with a ridge above/adjacent to a platform zone providing surface(s) for a baby. The system preferably includes ridged base positioned over support base. Support base provides layer of flexibly firm material of depth. The ridged base may approximate any of multiple shapes. Wearer of system may chose shape optimized for them and/or best supports baby's positioning needs. The width of the baby feeding system preferably fits most nursing chairs. A separable cover attaching to a belt. Using the belt includes the belt adjustably fastened, after going around a person wearing the system. The worn version of the baby feeding system is a product of using the belt. The belt releases without tending to wake baby allowing wearer to create released baby feeding system, as a product of this process. A process choosing invention's components with commitment to pay revenue. Chosen component(s), system and revenue are process products.

Abstract: A cushion for edema relief having a distal end and a proximal end. The distal end having a first height and the proximal end having a second height, the height of the distal end being greater than the height of the proximal end. An angled surface extends from the distal end to the proximal end being adapted to receive an extremity and an associated limb lying thereon.

Abstract: One embodiment comprises a set of three stacked cushions to support a lower shoulder and both extended arms of a patient in a lateral and semi-lateral position on a bed. A bottom cushion has a flat compressible surface to support the patient's lower shoulder and a middle cushion. Smaller middle and top cushions stack on the bottom cushion. The middle and top cushions each comprises a top surface with a furrow for support and access to the arms. In addition, the middle and top cushions have cut-off corners that provide access to the person's nasopharyngeal cavities.

Abstract: A tubular-shaped, circulation-enhancing pillow or cushion device worn on any part of upper or lower extremities as a rest and/or sleep aid. The device may include a semi ridged, yet flexible and resilient tubular core, a soft fabric elastic liner and an outer cushioned tension wrap. The device may allow one to instinctively change sleeping postures, while remaining asleep or while resting, whether laying in a supine, prone, side or upright position. The device may isolate the part of an extremity that would otherwise have a tendency to become numb, achy or “fall asleep” due to pressure exerted from above by one's resting head, torso, knee, ankle, or other overlying body part, while at the same time act as a pillow or cushion to the overlying body part at rest.

Abstract: A body support for medical applications comprising a main body piece, at least one expansion piece, and at least one, preferably two arm pieces, which may have their own expansion pieces. All of the pieces are preferably made of soft flexible materials. In one embodiment, the pieces are a soft cloth covering containing an internal cushion without an internal rigid frame. In an alternate embodiment the pieces are a soft cloth covering containing an internal cushion with an internal rigid frame. In yet another alternate embodiment, the pieces are a soft cloth covering containing a rigid or quasi-rigid internal frame and covered with a cushioning padding, such as foam rubber, batting or the like. The main body piece is of a generally triangular prismatic shape and has a single concavity in its front face, proximate the intersection of the front face and the back of the main body piece.

Abstract: A pillow, for supporting and fixing the shoulders of an examination subject in the respective housings of different shoulder coils in a magnetic resonance apparatus, snugly fills the inner area of the shoulder coil with at least three, and preferably four lobes with the lobes not laterally overlapping one another.

Abstract: The invention relates to a holding device for supporting the hands of a patient resting on an examination couch. In accordance with the invention, the holding device for supporting the hands of a patient resting on an examination couch comprises gripping zones which are distanced from one another, said gripping zones each being grippable with a hand of the patient, with the holding device being moveable independently of further devices surrounding the patient.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a patient's arm in a desired position during surgery includes a patient support, such as an surgical table or chair, an arm support for supporting the patient's arm, an arm support locking mechanism for securing the arm support in a desired position during surgery, and a bracket for attaching the arm support and the arm support locking mechanism to the patient support.

Abstract: A surgical positioning apparatus can be secured to a floor of an operating room or directly to an operating room table. The surgical positioning apparatus supports a limb of a patient using a telescoping strut mounted on a spherical joint. A disposable cradling device is coupled to the strut to secure the limb in position.

Abstract: A cushion or pillow device may comprise first and second tubular members joined at respective lateral portions to define valleys between the tubular members. The tubular members may comprise an outer covering and an inner portion comprising a pliable filler. The outer covering may be fabric that is joined to define the tubular members. The outer covering may be closed to contain the pliable filler. The outer cover may also have open ends for receiving inserts containing pliable filler that are placed within the outer covering. The cushion or pillow device may be manufactured in a number of manners, such as by joining of a fabric or another material to define sleeves, or by molding. The cushion or pillow device may be inserted in a case having an elongate portion for tucking between the frame and mattress of a gurney, hospital bed or the like. The elongate portion may be provided with a cutaway or slit defining separate arms, or a perforation that allows tearing to form the arms.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a patient's arm in a desired position during surgery includes a patient support, such as an surgical table or chair, an arm support for supporting the patient's arm, an arm support locking mechanism for securing the arm support in a desired position during surgery, and a bracket for attaching the arm support and the arm support locking mechanism to the patient support. The arm support locking mechanism includes first and second plates having notches or projections for securing the mechanism in a locked position. One of the plates also has an angled recess region for engaging a wedge-shaped member positioned between the plates in the locked position. In operation, the wedge-shaped member moves one of the plates against a force of the spring to unseat the projections from the notches in an unlocked position allowing for rotation of the arm support in two directions.

Abstract: An accessory for a patient's use during a medical procedure is disclosed. The accessory includes a pillow that has an inner material and an outer material. The pillow includes a head support, at least one shoulder support and at least one hand support. The head support has a right side, a left side and a top side. The shoulder support is disposed adjacent the right side and/or the left side of the head support. The hand support is disposed adjacent the top side of the head support. The inner material of the pillow is made of a substantially rigid material. The outer material of the pillow is made of a substantially soft material.

Abstract: A multipurpose pillow serving couple in a relaxed and comfortable when they face each other or when they are in a face-to-back position in bed. The pillow has a body with sides, ends, top and bottom with the bottom having passageways formed by the intersection of one longitudinal and two transverse channels. The channels have first and second end openings and the formed the passages are firm to prevent undue pressure on the arms when they inside the pillow. Multiple opens are available in the pillow to provide variations in positioning the arms inside the pillow.

Abstract: The arched pillow assembly allows a user to comfortably sleep with an arm underneath his or her head and a pillow without restricting the circulation of blood through the arm. The arched pillow assembly includes a pillowcase that holds a conventional pillow and has two spaced apart pockets attached to the bottom of the pillowcase for snugly receiving and holding a rigid arch support. Once placed on a resting surface, the arch support has a radius of curvature sufficient to form a channel thereunder for accommodating the passage of an extended arm. The arch is strong enough to support the head of the user and the pillow in an elevated position above the extended arm and the resting surface, thereby preventing the weight of the head and pillow from restricting proper circulation of blood through the extended arm.

Abstract: An arm positioning device for scanning devices and the like is described. The device has a top surface, a bottom surface, a first leg and a second leg. Each of the legs has a first end and a second end. The first end of each leg has a height less than the height of the second end of each leg. The second ends of the legs are connected to a body portion. The body portion has a height greater than the first ends of the legs.

Abstract: A MULTIPURPOSE PILLOW that includes a tubular body formed with a substantially soft and resilient material between a fabric enclosure. The tubular body has a central channel for receiving a caregiver's arm. The tubular body has a pocket and a cover interconnected to the tubular body. The cover is sized to extend from the tubular body and operate as a blanket. Further, the cover is sized to fit inside the pocket of the tubular body when not being used.

Abstract: A comfort enhancer for supporting a CPAP mask and hose is designed to be portable and deployed on any standard bed. The support has a bi-pod base placed between the mattress and the inner spring of the bed. An upright pole, removably attached to the base and adjustable in height, carries hose clamps. A bracket attached to the top of the pole has a cantilever arm pivotally attached by a spring loaded pulley. The cantilever arm also carries hose clamps. The comfort enhancer supports the air hose at a distance from the bed and above the head of the user allowing the hose descend vertically to the user. The cantilever arm pivots to compensate for the movement of the mask and the spring loaded pulley absorbs the shock to the line.

Abstract: A bottom cushion (12) and a top cushion (13) are rectangular and have top furrows so that when stacked they can support and provide access to the arms generally perpendicular to a patient lying on their side. In addition the bottom cushion (12) and the top cushion (13) have cut-off corners (21, 22 and 31, 32), respectively, which align to provide access to the nasal and oral cavities during surgical procedures performed in these positions.

Abstract: Provided herein is a support stand useful for supporting various objects which is simultaneously highly variable with respect to many possible attitudes or orientations and enjoys ease and simplicity of adjustment between possible positions. A support device according to the invention simultaneously has an extremely high degree of stability and structural strength in a desired position selected by the user, is aesthetically-appealing and is simplistic enough in design to permit low-cost manufacture, thus enabling easier widespread use in various professional fields. A device according to the invention is especially well-suited to support limbs of patients such as arms and legs while undergoing a medical treatment or therapy and has a wide degree of freedom with respect to the number of possible orientations it may take on.

Abstract: An arm pillow comprising a pillow having an elastic support sleeve attached to a backside of the pillow. The support sleeve fits snugly over a user's elbow so the pillow will not move on the elbow.

Abstract: A medical table extension device and method has an elongated plate with opposite attachment and support sections. The attachment section extends under a mattress of the medical table to be stabilized by a patient's body weight. The support section extends outwardly from the medical table to support a patient's limb. The plate can include a continuous sheet with at least one bend defining the attachment and support sections of the plate. The attachment and support sections can have upper surfaces disposed at different elevational heights.

Abstract: A table top for a patient trolley or gurney is provided with a removable armrest. The armrest is mounted on the table top by having an insertion piece received in an insertion opening on the edge of the table top. In the preferred embodiment, the table top has a plurality of insertion openings in the form of slots spaced along the edge of the table and the armrest has two sets of insertion pieces, with each set having a pair of insertion pieces extending at right angles to each other, so that the armrest can be mounted extending vertically relative to the plane of the table top or parallel to the plane of the table top.

Abstract: A tension relieving apparatus for the arms and neck which combines a generally oblong shaped pillow with first and second ends having attached connecting members which are further attached to first and second resiliently tensioned arm supporting members. The interior portion of the pillow is at least partially filled with a cushioning material conformable to the shape of a portion of the human neck. The arm supporting members allow insertion therethrough of human wrists and forearms and once so inserted generally sustain the forearms at a right angle to the upper arm. Via downward pressure on one or more of the arm members, compensating tension is applied to the neck affording the wearer simultaneous neck support and gravity negating ability to maintain one or more arms in a preferred position for typing activity.