With Distinct Adjustable Supporting Parts Patents (Class 5/657)
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Patent number: 7353552Abstract: A multiple position contoured body pillow having an elongated somewhat oblong or oval shape adapted to conform to the spine and upper torso of a human user by means of a main body section consisting of a longitudinally extending back portion having a contoured inner peripheral edge and a substantially straight outer peripheral edge, transversely extending symmetrically curved U-shaped arms attached to the ends of the main body section which arms may be repositioned toward the main body section and which arms are adapted to “spring back” into position when abducted from the main body section of the pillow, the first symmetrically curved arm being provided at a terminal end thereof with a pocket adapted to contain a foldable fabric pouch for storing remote controls, small books, and the like.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2006Date of Patent: April 8, 2008Inventor: Jamie S. Leach
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Patent number: 7350251Abstract: A cellular cushion includes a base and a plurality of hollow cells. The base includes at least a first layer and a second layer. The hollow cells are coupled to the base and extend outwardly from the base within at least one region. Each of the cells within each region are coupled together in flow communication. Each of the cells includes a hollow body portion and an outer surface. The plurality of cells are spaced across the base such that the cell outer surfaces define a contoured seat configured to cradle a user's buttocks. The cells also include a plurality of first cells and a plurality of second cells. An outer surface of each of the first cells is substantially parallel to the base. An outer surface of each of the second cells is oriented obliquely with respect to the base. At least some of the cells are substantially cylindrical.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2005Date of Patent: April 1, 2008Inventors: Kevin Gerard Fraser, Winfield Russell Matsler
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Patent number: 7346948Abstract: A basic version of the Bed Lounge™ includes a removable, inter-changeable, and washable fabric slip cover enclosing a foam, fiber, filled-pillow, layered padding over a flat light-weight inner body/frame structure, forming a layered composite that is exceptionally lightweight (2-3 lbs.), extremely durable and yet highly comfortable and supportive to the upper body of the user. Due its compact size, the basic bed lounge can be used on existing seating and furniture to augment support and comfort. It has the ability to be flattened to a very low profile so it can be easily carried in one hand, slung over the shoulder, hung like a suite bag on a hanger in the closet and stored under furniture, under a bed or in an automobile trunk for use when traveling.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2006Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Inventors: Robert L. Swezey, Richard Swezey
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Patent number: 7343636Abstract: A combination cheering aid and a seat cushion has a first elongate polygonal clapper. The first polygonal clapper has two ends, a lower end, and an upper end. The lower end has a hand hold cavity therein for insertion of user fingers. An anchor is connected to the first polygonal clapper, the anchor has two ends, an insertion end and an attachment end. The anchor insertion end has two flexible tines which are directed toward the anchor attachment end. The anchor attachment end has an eyelet formed therein for attachment of accessories to the anchor.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2005Date of Patent: March 18, 2008Inventor: John M. Castillo
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Patent number: 7331073Abstract: A pillow system comprises a curved main pillow having a pillow body having a midsection and a pair of ends. The pillow body is curved and is both flexible and firm to permit it to wrap around a user. A curved lower back pillow is operably attached to one of the ends of the main pillow such that the back pillow is positionable at the user's back when the main pillow is placed adjacent to the user's stomach.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2005Date of Patent: February 19, 2008Assignee: The Boppy CompanyInventors: Sheila Littlehorn, Elizabeth A. Franqui
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Patent number: 7322061Abstract: A multipurpose support pillow is provided. The pillow is generally apostrophe-shaped and can be placed and adjusted along any part of the body to provide the desired comfort and support useful for countless applications.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2006Date of Patent: January 29, 2008Assignee: NuAngel, Inc.Inventor: Teresa P. Carroll
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Patent number: 7305728Abstract: Two identical support cushions are flexibly joined to provide ergonomic support to a person having to perform physical activities in a supine position, often in confined spaces, such as a plumber lying on his back under a sink inside a cabinet with the lower part of the body being positioned on the room floor and the upper part of the body being positioned on the raised floor of the cabinet. The lightweight and rugged support cushions can be easily configured into a valise-like rectangular shape for easy carrying utilizing integrated handles. In addition, a plurality of lamps is enclosed within the support cushion, the lamps comprising light diffusing lenses and the lamps being spatially aligned to provide illumination with minimum shadow creation of the space in front of the supported person, such as a plumber working under a sink in a cabinet.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2004Date of Patent: December 11, 2007Inventor: Mark A. Schlieps
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Patent number: 7296313Abstract: In some embodiments, an inflatable knee pillow including a body having an outer fabric surface, and an inflation valve, wherein the body defines straps (preferably two pairs of straps) and encloses a bladder (an inflatable volume), and the inflation valve is in fluid communication with the bladder. When deflated, the pillow has a thin profile and can be folded into a compact configuration. The straps are releasably fastenable around a user's leg so as to position an inflatable portion of the pillow against the inside of the user's knee (for example, to cushion and separate the user's knees from each other while the user sleeps on his or her side with the pillow inflated). Preferably, the body includes two sheets of multilayer material shaped and attached together so as to define the straps and the bladder, and the pillow has releasable fasteners (e.g., hook-and-loop fasteners) defined by or attached to the straps.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2006Date of Patent: November 20, 2007Inventor: Matthaus Hense
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Patent number: 7290303Abstract: A support pillow comprises a cushion body having a medial region and two opposing arms that define a generally open well, with the cushion body having an outer periphery and an inner periphery adjacent the well. An adjustable suspension system is used to suspend one or more objects above the pillow.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2005Date of Patent: November 6, 2007Assignee: The Boppy CompanyInventors: Teresa M. Mead, Elizabeth A. Franqui, Julia N. Carmosino, Ronen Katz, Susan Matthews Brown
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Patent number: 7284290Abstract: Dual-modal-shaping capability is added as a new feature in bed lounges of the type having a fabric slip-cover enclosing foam padding on a main structure formed from plastic sheet material. User adjustment is provided for back tilt, head-rest tilt and height, arm-rest spacing, and back support location. Modal transition is provided by an internal mechanism that interlinks the two arm-rests via a weighted lock-pin that locks the arm-rests in place for normal use but that can be disengaged by merely inverting the bed lounge so the lock-pin drops out from the linkage gravitationally, thus allowing the arm-rests to be folded out to convert to an overall flat modal-shape that can be conveniently stored, e.g. under a bed or hanging in a closet.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2005Date of Patent: October 23, 2007Inventors: Robert L. Swezey, Richard Swezey
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Patent number: 7171710Abstract: A system used for the prevention of positional plagiocephaly in which an infant receiving member includes an infant supporting surface, a first portion, and a second portion. An inclined member is positioned at least partially under the first portion of the infant receiving surface such that the first portion of the infant receiving surface is inclined.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2004Date of Patent: February 6, 2007Inventor: Robert J. Mann
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Patent number: 7152262Abstract: A fixed rod member is provided integrally with at least both sides of the lateral direction of the periphery of a bendable spring unit. A hinge mechanism is provided at the end portion of the fixed rod member. The hinge mechanism is connected by a movable rod member provided integrally with the periphery of at least one end portion of the spring unit. Thus, one end portion of the spring unit is configured to be bent together with the movable rod member.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2005Date of Patent: December 26, 2006Assignee: France Bed Co., Ltd.Inventors: Shigeru Ikeda, Yoshio Oguma, Yukihiko Takaishi
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Patent number: 7114206Abstract: A multiple position contoured body pillow having an elongated somewhat oblong or oval shape adapted to conform to the spine and upper torso of a human user by means of a main body section consisting of a longitudinally extending back portion having a contoured inner peripheral edge and a substantially straight outer peripheral edge, transversely extending symmetrically curved U-shaped arms attached to the ends of the main body section which arms may be repositioned toward the main body section and which arms are adapted to “spring back” into position when abducted from the main body section of the pillow, the first symmetrically curved arm being provided at a terminal end thereof with a pocket adapted to contain a foldable fabric pouch for storing remote controls, small books, and the like.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2004Date of Patent: October 3, 2006Inventor: Jamie S. Leach
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Patent number: 7100227Abstract: An anti-snoring pillow having a top pillow, a bottom pillow, and a covering is provided. The bottom pillow has a top surface angled with respect to a bottom surface. The top surface of the bottom pillow has a head-receiving cavity defined therein. The covering has a top section, a middle section, and a bottom section. The top pillow is in the top section and the bottom pillow is in the bottom section. The middle section maintains the top pillow centered over the head-receiving cavity during use.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2003Date of Patent: September 5, 2006Assignee: First Impressions Home Marketing, Inc.Inventor: Christine K. Frisbee
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Patent number: 7093313Abstract: A linkage mechanism for an adjustable arm assembly. The linkage assembly may be used to support an object, such as a headrest for use in connection with an examination table. The linkage mechanism provides structure to interlock or disengage two adjoining arm sections. The linkage mechanism controls relative movement of two adjoining arm sections without affecting the movement of non-adjoined sections or the headrest. The linkage mechanism further provides friction retention means so that the adjoining arms will retain their relative position to one another even if they are not in an interlocked position.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2003Date of Patent: August 22, 2006Assignee: The Brewer Company, LLCInventors: Jack A. DeBraal, Michael J. Marchant
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Patent number: 7086703Abstract: A seat and shoulder belt protective cushion configuration for use in motor vehicles and the like. The cushion has pairs of elongated cushion extension arms extending from a central body member and a removable vertically disposed cushion portion that extends to provide shoulder belt displacement preventative element above the co-planar top edge surface of the respective upper cushion arm extensions for a child. The protective cushion is positioned between the occupant and a seat belt assembly securely restraining the occupant in place in the motor vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2004Date of Patent: August 8, 2006Inventor: Anna Jones
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Patent number: 7020918Abstract: A cushion set for positioning a human body, including a face support cushion, a spacer block cushion, an upper torso support cushion, a lower torso support cushion, a calf support cushion and a bolster. The face support cushion is generally in the shape of an inverted “U” having a generally inverted U-shaped opening passing therethrough. The upper torso support cushion is adapted to be releasably attached to the face support cushion, the lower torso support cushion is adapted to be releasably attached to the upper torso support cushion, the calf support cushion is adapted to be releasably attached to the lower torso support cushion, and the bolster is adapted to be releasably attached to the calf support cushion. The spacer block cushion is adapted to be releasably attached to the underside of the face support cushion.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2005Date of Patent: April 4, 2006Inventor: Ronald E. Tinsley
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Patent number: 7007328Abstract: A device for upper body support of a recumbent person is provided, which comprises a first support portion, a second support portion, each of which is wedge-shaped. Each portion is, in vertical cross-section, substantially a right triangle. The longest surface of each portion forms a support surface and the thin end of the wedge of the first portion is hingedly connected to the support surface of the second portion at a position spaced from the thick end of the support surface of that portion. The portions are formed of a solid, yielding support material, such as polyurethane foam. Preferably the support portions have a water proof outer surface.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2004Date of Patent: March 7, 2006Inventor: Terry Bailey
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Patent number: 6973691Abstract: A portable, elongated support pillow that when propped between the chin and lap of the user limits both head and torso movements caused by resting or sleeping while sitting in an upright position. The pillow is a single unit having a top contour, a bottom contour and a center section. The top contour is a crescent shaped headrest that cradles the chin and face, the bottom contour conforms to the top of the user's thigh, and the center section connects the top contour to the bottom contour. The top and bottom sections have a wider width than the center section giving the pillow an hourglass-shape. The support pillow is encased in a cover having sling style pockets, adapted to accommodate a user's arms or a strap.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2004Date of Patent: December 13, 2005Inventors: Lora May Cordova, Richard Patrick Cordova
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Patent number: 6954954Abstract: An infant positioning system and method for positioning an infant during sleep. The infant positioning system includes and infant support device and a headgear. The infant support device is configured for receiving the infant, and selectively changing the position of the infant each night. The headgear is configured to fit about the head of the infant, dispersing the pressure a sleeping surface places on the head of the infant.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2003Date of Patent: October 18, 2005Assignee: Pediatric Medical Solutions, LLCInventor: Eric Jason Stelnicki
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Patent number: 6925669Abstract: The present invention provides a cushion and system of cushions with fabric coverings adapted to provide frictional contact between one or more additional similarly covered cushions for creating a wide variety of body support configurations.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2003Date of Patent: August 9, 2005Assignee: One Up Innovations, LLCInventors: Louis Friedman, Don Cohen
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Patent number: 6918146Abstract: The present invention provides an adjustable seat cushion for furniture that can be customized to an individual level of comfort by the user of the furniture. The adjustable seat cushion has an auxiliary support member that can be inserted into or removed from the support member of the cushion. The auxiliary support members come in a variety of firmnesses so that a desired level of comfort or firmness for the adjustable seat cushion can be achieved by selecting the appropriate auxiliary support member. The cushion can come with a piece of furniture as part of a kit that includes a group of auxiliary support members of varying firmnesses for each adjustable seat cushion on the piece of furniture.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2003Date of Patent: July 19, 2005Assignee: England, Inc.Inventor: Rodney England
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Patent number: 6877176Abstract: A cushion for supporting an infant is provided. The cushion includes a pad that may be formed of a resilient foam material. The pad includes a lower surface and an upper surface oriented at an acute angle thereto such that the upper surface is inclined relative to a support surface. The acute angle formed thereby may be between 20° and 30°. The cushion may be received within a polyester casing, but may simply include a top panel to be disposed on the pad's upper surface. The cushion includes at least one positioning member, but preferably two positioning members, with means for releasably fastening to the top panel to support the infant. Preferably, the positioning member includes a filaform strip for releasably attaching to a fabric material such as 100% polyester tricot and is formed of a resilient foam material.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2003Date of Patent: April 12, 2005Inventor: Barbara S. Houghteling
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Patent number: 6859964Abstract: A cushion construction includes a center cushion portion having superposed top and bottom cushions and a plurality of peripheral cushions, each formed from two fabric layers with a filling therebetween. An insert end of each peripheral cushion is inserted between the top and bottom cushions with the outer end exposed beyond such that all of the peripheral cushions can be arranged in an assembled condition at positions around the outer edge of the center cushion portion with the outer ends exposed to simulate petals of a flower. Patches of hook and loop fastening materials fasten each peripheral cushion between the top and bottom cushions and allowing release of the peripheral cushions and the center cushion portion for individual use.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2004Date of Patent: March 1, 2005Inventor: Makenzie Rae Arnott
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Patent number: 6857149Abstract: A sleep support system for comfortably supporting a user during sleep. More particularly, a sleep support system for face-down sleep in essentially a sitting position. The system is adapted for use with equipment and fixtures commonly found in patient recovery rooms, such as hospital beds and over-bed tables. The system provides comfortable head and arm support with a plurality of user-selectable positional adjustments. The system is foldable and portable. The system may be adapted for use with a wheelchair.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2002Date of Patent: February 22, 2005Inventors: Todd Damon Hoggatt, Emily Jo Hoggatt
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Patent number: 6823545Abstract: There is provided a back support system of three foam members serving as a piece of recreational or therapeutic furniture. The three foam support members each have a generally rectangular shape when viewed from above and a triangular shaped when viewed from their sides and vary in size. The unique triangular shape of each of the three members enables the pieces to be assembled in a variety of positions depending upon the desires of the user. For example, one of the triangular pieces may be positioned to fit underneath the back and head area of the user while the second member may be placed under the legs of the user to lift the knee area and the third and smallest member may be placed under the lower leg area to keep the feet in an elevated position. Each cushion is made of a resilient foam polymeric material that is covered with a protective fabric.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2003Date of Patent: November 30, 2004Assignee: Banyan Licensing LCInventor: Edmund Scott Davis
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Patent number: 6810545Abstract: A pillow that has a body including a medial region and two cantilever arms is disclosed. Each of the cantilever arms extends from the medial region and includes a free end. The cantilever arms and the medial region are spaced apart to define an interior region. The interior region and the pillow body are substantially U-shaped.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2003Date of Patent: November 2, 2004Assignee: Mattel, Inc.Inventors: Sandra M. Darling, Denise A. Rowell
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Patent number: 6807696Abstract: Device for adjusting the height of a cushion (1) with respect to the surface of a mattress or seat (12) of a bed/sofa (10) which has a headboard or backrest (13;113), comprising a strip of fabric (21) which is fastened to the cushion and one end of which is joined to a weight (22).Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2003Date of Patent: October 26, 2004Assignee: Flou S.p.A.Inventor: Vico Magistretti
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Patent number: 6804845Abstract: An adjustable body support device for applying supportive pressure to spaced areas of the human body comprising two elongated resilient foam-like cushions adjustably joined for adjusting the spacing between them. The cushions may be provided with covers having pockets for holding hot or cold packs.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2001Date of Patent: October 19, 2004Assignee: The Ideal People LLCInventors: Kenneth G. Stewart, III, Thomas Sweeney
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Patent number: 6795990Abstract: A therapeutic pillow combination includes first and second pillow inserts, wherein the inserts are interconnected using a pillow case having a two ends shaped to removably receive and retain each pillow through a closable end portion, wherein the ends are connected by a gathered and seamed portion which forms a handle therebetween. Another pillow insert is removably connected to the gathered handle portion by way of a strap portion having a hook and loop fastener which is connected to one end of a pillow case to contain the third pillow insert.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2003Date of Patent: September 28, 2004Inventor: Jason Hutchinson D. C.
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Patent number: 6789281Abstract: A system for restoring the natural lordosis of the cervical spine is provided. The system comprises at least a base pillow having areas of varying thickness, and including a protuberance. A central portion of the base pillow preferably includes a depression for receiving a patient's head. A thicker edge portion provides support for the patient's neck, while the protuberance provides support for the patients thoracic vertebrae. A second pillow is positionable adjacent the base pillow to provide further elevation for the patient's head. The system may include yet another pillow having a size greater than the second pillow to provide still further elevation for the patient's head. The system may also include additional pillows having shapes smaller than, larger than, or in between the size of the other pillows. A method of using the pillows to treat a cervical spinal disorder is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: October 11, 2002Date of Patent: September 14, 2004Assignee: Anabolic Laboratories, Inc.Inventor: Allan S. Wilson
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Patent number: 6785921Abstract: An automatically-opening infant mat that is movable between an open position and a closed position includes a water-resistant flexible material sized to have an infant, at least from the infant's head to the infant's buttocks, placed on the material while the mat is in the open position, a cushion coupled to the material to be disposed under a portion of the infant's body while the mat is in the open position and the infant is placed on the material, and a resilient bias member coupled to the material and configured to bias the material to an open position and to be reversibly moved to a closed position.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2002Date of Patent: September 7, 2004Inventor: Carl J. Conforti
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Patent number: 6779211Abstract: A baby support assembly 10 which includes selectively stackable members 12, 30 which cooperatively and selectively support the positioning of a baby 91 upon the lap 92 of a mother or other individual 90.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2002Date of Patent: August 24, 2004Inventor: Ann Williams
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Patent number: 6754924Abstract: A maternity support system, comprising a first element and a second element connected to the first element. The first element and the second element are positioned and arranged with respect to each other for a maternity support use, such as supporting an expectant mother's body during pregnancy, supporting a caregiver feeding an infant, supporting an infant during feeding, and supporting an infant learning to sit. The elements may either be integrally formed as a unitary pad, or may be removably attached to each other using a connector, such as VELCRO hook and loop fasteners, for example. In a preferred embodiment, the elements comprise pillow covers adapted for receiving a conventional bed pillow.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2000Date of Patent: June 29, 2004Inventors: Judy A. Brady, Edie C. Armstrong
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Patent number: 6754920Abstract: An infection resistant mat having individual segments containing foam padding and a contiguous cover of impervious material. The cover is constructed by radio frequency (RF) sealing of the seams which eliminates portals of entry of infectious organisms, vermin or fluid. Air channels within the cover communicate between the segments to allow air pressure equalization among the several segments during use. The contiguous cover creates hinges between the segments that allow the mat to be folded for storage. The mat also can be constructed with only one padded section.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2003Date of Patent: June 29, 2004Assignee: T. L. Clark, IncorporatedInventors: James J. Fleming, Joseph A. Kittner
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Patent number: 6751817Abstract: A contoured body pillow adapted to permit unlimited positioning options to facilitate relief from persistent back and neck pain, respiratory and digestive disorders, and to provide a sensation of closeness, comfort and security by conforming to the body of a user, thereby permitting the user to sleep comfortably through the night, the contoured body pillow having a substantially candy cane shape comprising a first terminal end having a semi-bell shape connecting to a U-shaped portion, a downwardly extending leg connecting to the U-shaped portion, the leg expanding at its lowermost portion to form a bell shape, the bell shape terminating at a second terminal end in a beveled edge.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2003Date of Patent: June 22, 2004Inventor: Jamie S. Leach
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Patent number: 6749159Abstract: A stackable wrist and arm support pad assembly is for use while operating a computer. The support pad assembly is adjustable in height by utilizing a series of nesting pads that allow for adjustment to provide the correct ergonomic posture. The base pad is solid in design with a raised padded section. The pads on top of the base pad have a hollow bottom that fits upon the pad of the pad below. In this manner, up to three, four or possibly more pads can be added to provide the correct posture to help avoid stress on the wrist, elbow and shoulder of the user. The pads may include a removable and washable cover. Additionally, the pads are available in different sizes and shapes to fit all types of keyboards and mouse pads.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2002Date of Patent: June 15, 2004Inventor: Terry Wayne Hess
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Patent number: 6691356Abstract: A portable cushion apparatus for positioning between a user and a support surface. The portable cushion apparatus includes a plurality of pad members each having a first portion and a second portion. Each of the pad members is movable between a folded position and an unfolded position. The plurality of pad members includes a first end pad member, A second end pad member, and a plurality of middle pad member. A flexible first coupler is attached to and extends away from a first side of the first end pad member. A flexible second coupler is attached to and extends away from a second side of the second end pad member. The first and second couplers are attached to first and second sides of the plurality of middle pad members respectively. The pad members have a plurality of handles for grasping onto by a hand of a user.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2002Date of Patent: February 17, 2004Inventor: Charles E. Coma
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Patent number: 6691709Abstract: The present invention relates to an aiding apparatus for treating sexually handicapped persons, which apparatus may be of a big help to conjugal life of sexually handicapped persons.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2001Date of Patent: February 17, 2004Inventor: Kie-Ho Cynn
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Patent number: 6684431Abstract: An angle-adjustable tabletop personal support apparatus includes a positioning base for positioning on the top of a table, a supporting mattress unit pivoted to the positioning base and adapted to support the user's head and chest, and an angle adjustment unit provided between the positioning base and the supporting mattress unit and adapted to support the supporting mattress unit on the positioning base in a tilted position.Type: GrantFiled: November 5, 2001Date of Patent: February 3, 2004Assignee: LifeGear, Inc..Inventor: Robson L. Splane, Jr.
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Patent number: 6668405Abstract: A cushion having a plurality of inflatable and deflatable cells useful for periodically shifting the points of contact between the cushion and a body supported by the cushion in order to reduce or eliminate the development of pressure sores. The cushion includes one or more of (i) at least two encircling cells shaped so as to define a central concavity in the upper surface of each of the encircling cells, (ii) at least one repositionable cell, (iii) at least two cells having contoured upper surfaces which define a longitudinally extending laterally concave channel, and (iv) two groupings of independently inflatable and deflatable cells arranged asymmetrically about a longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2002Date of Patent: December 30, 2003Assignee: Aquila Corporation of WisconsinInventor: Steve Kohlman
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Patent number: 6663177Abstract: A vehicle seat formed by a contoured tubular frame defining the edges of a seat base and a seat back and having tensioned belts and an elastomeric mesh seat fabric. The contoured tubular frame is wrapped in foam padding for comfort and impact protection. Two belts are provided in each of the seat base and seat back. The elastomeric seat mesh fabric forms an elastomeric seating surface that wraps around the seat occupant. The elastomeric mesh seat fabric is secured to the belts that provide seating surface contour and minimize excursion of the elastomeric mesh seat fabric. A cushion is provided under the elastomeric seating surface near the front of the seat to prevent submarining in an impact. An eccentric lumbar cushion is provided on a flexible shaft to permit adjustment of the degree of lower back support.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2001Date of Patent: December 16, 2003Assignee: Lear CorporationInventors: Ernesto E. Blanco, H. Winston Maue, Sofy Tarud, Joshua A. Goldwitz, Josue Sznitman, Mara B. Ignatius
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Publication number: 20030229378Abstract: A spinal support for reclining persons includes a girdle adapted to encircle a waist of a person. The girdle has a right side lumbar support with a symmetrical body adapted to prevent sagging of a lumbar spine of a wearer when lying on his or her right side and a left side lumbar support with a symmetrical body adapted to prevent sagging of the lumbar spine of the wearer when lying on his or her left side. The left side lumbar support is positioned in opposed relation to the right side lumbar support with an unpadded connective webbing extending between the right side lumbar support and the left side lumbar support.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2003Publication date: December 11, 2003Inventor: Ida Weber
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Patent number: 6640368Abstract: A therapeutic between the legs support pillow having a generally rectangular foot print when not in use, having a first surface and a second channeled surface opposite the first surface, the second channel surface having a plurality of intersecting channels cooperative with the thighs, knees and calves of an individual when the therapeutic between the legs pillow is folded upon its first surface, the therapeutic between the legs support pillow having a biasing means cooperable with the weight of the thighs, knees and calves so as to maintain proper spinal alignment.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2002Date of Patent: November 4, 2003Inventor: Stewart A. Roston
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Patent number: 6634046Abstract: Shaped bodies, containing at least one shaped body with an unstressed three-dimensional inherent volume form that has at least one integrated curved part and can be displaced and/or partially or wholly transformed into another three-dimensional volume form by means of an active element connected to the shaped body, using a variable force of pressure/tensile force.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2002Date of Patent: October 21, 2003Assignee: Schukra Geratebau AGInventor: Wilhelm Schuster
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Publication number: 20030192121Abstract: An infection resistant mat having individual segments containing foam padding and a contiguous cover of impervious material. The cover is constructed by radio frequency (RF) sealing of the seams which eliminates portals of entry of infectious organisms, vermin or fluid. Air channels within the cover communicate between the segments to allow air pressure equalization among the several segments during use. The contiguous cover creates hinges between the segments that allow the mat to be folded for storage. The mat also can be constructed with only one padded section.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2003Publication date: October 16, 2003Inventors: James J. Fleming, Joseph A. Kittner
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Publication number: 20030172462Abstract: A sleep support system for comfortably supporting a user during sleep. More particularly, a sleep support system for face-down sleep in essentially a sitting position. The system is adapted for use with equipment and fixtures commonly found in patient recovery rooms, such as hospital beds and over-bed tables. The system provides comfortable head and arm support with a plurality of user-selectable positional adjustments. The system is foldable and portable. The system may be adapted for use with a wheelchair.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2002Publication date: September 18, 2003Inventors: Todd Damon Hoggatt, Emily Jo Hoggatt
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Publication number: 20030163873Abstract: In one embodiment the invention provides an impact-absorbing unit comprising an outer wear-resistant casing (10) and one or a plurality of inner stress resistant envelopes (20) containing impact absorbing material. The outer envelope is provided with a plurality of interconnection means (65, 70) on at least one surface thereof, whereby a plurality of such units can be connected together in a closely adjacent relationship to define a substantially continuous surface. In another embodimentthe compressible elements are directly enclosed within the casing (10).In another embodiment the loose fill of compressible elements is replaced by at least one open cell foam element and valve means are provided for evacuating air from the foam, whereby to compress the foam and allow subsequent expansion thereof by exposure to ambient air pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2003Publication date: September 4, 2003Inventors: Christopher George Price, Michael John Stephens, Peter Anthony Bell
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Publication number: 20030126686Abstract: Apparatus for use in performing intercourse includes a frame having an operative side, and a swing assembly. The swing assembly has at least two suspension joints. This swing assembly is attached to the frame through the two suspension joints to allow the assembly to swing arcuately. The two suspension joints are reciprocatable about different centers of gyration. The swing assembly has a platform allowing a first person to rest thereon and provide genital access toward the operative side. The swing assembly has clearance to allow a second person to stand adjacent the platform and gain access to said first person from the operative side as the swing assembly swings arcuately.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 4, 2002Publication date: July 10, 2003Inventor: William Nash
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Patent number: 6568005Abstract: An infection resistant mat having individual segments containing foam padding and a contiguous cover of impervious material. The cover is constructed by radio frequency (RF) sealing of the seams which eliminates portals of entry of infectious organisms, vermin or fluid. Air channels within the cover communicate between the segments to allow air pressure equalization among the several segments during use. The contiguous cover creates hinges between the segments that allow the mat to be folded for storage. The mat also can be constructed with only one padded section.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2001Date of Patent: May 27, 2003Assignee: T. L. Clark, IncorporatedInventors: James J. Fleming, Joseph A. Kittner