Patent Application
20220248883
The invention relates, in general, to pillows, pillow cases, cushions, neck and head supports and, more particularly to a means for supporting one's head and neck while sleeping. Even more specifically, the invention is focused on individuals in a prone position during repose.
The present invention relates pillow cover with the provision to hold an additional U-shaped pillow allowing aid the body and neck positioning during sleep. The pillow case is directed to proper alignment of the head, neck, and spine along with protecting the hairstyles, eyelash extension and any other related feature while sleeping.
Bed pillows come in a wide variety of forms. Conventional bed pillows are typically fabric enclosures containing a filler material. Such filler materials include feathers, down, synthetic polymer fiber, foam chips, memory foam and solid latex.
It is widely accepted that conventional pillows fail to provide adequate support to the neck, particularly to the cervical vertebrae, during sleep. This is because when a person lies down with their head on the pillow and the head is placed in a neutral position relative to their body, a gap is formed between their neck and the mattress/pillow edge. The gap that is formed between the neck and the mattress when the head is in a neutral position relative to the spine is greater than the gap formed between the head and mattress. This is the case whether the person is lying on their side or on their back. Usually, the filler material of a pillow is displaced or substantially flattened by the weight of the head and neck, meaning that the head and neck are largely displaced from a neutral position.
Conventional pillows do not adequately compensate for the difference of height between the neck and mattress as typically, there is less padding at the pillow edge in the region of the neck than at the middle portion of the pillow where the head is placed. This therefore provides very little support for the neck.
Many persons prefer, when going to sleep, to lie in the prone position, i.e., face down on their stomach. A major problem with lying in such a position, however, is that in order to breathe properly the neck must be turned at an acute angle of almost 90 degrees. This somewhat awkward positioning of the neck invariably causes increased pressure on the structures that support and comprise the neck anatomy. These include the discs, the joints, the ligaments and the muscles of the neck. Also, as a result of the neck being so turned, the cervical nerves can be irritated causing pain.
Conventional pillows and specific neck pillows do not give the room for laying down in prone, which effects the hair style and cosmetic eyelashes. These pillows do not provide the feature to elevate head for individuals who sleep on side and stomach, to protect hairstyles and eye lash extensions.
No other pillow cover provides the support features with an embedded neck pillow within the pillow cover. Further, flexibility with respect to foam material, pillow cover material and fitting all size of pillows is very limited. Another benefit of this present invention is that depending on one's size and comfort, a person can choose the size and firmness of the bed pillow to support his/her head, but still use the neck pillow, which is specifically designed smaller, to fit between the shoulder and the base of the head; the neck area. Most people have a specific size and firmness of their bed pillow that suits them best. However, if they also have neck or back soreness they have to completely change this bed pillow in order to fix their problem.
The current invention in light of the products present in the market and disadvantages of the previous art has multiple features and advantages not provided prior. The current invention can also be positioned to use for face down sleeping support or by sleeping with an elevated head. This feature is very important as many people struggle to keep their hairstyle the same way, or they get rough hairs after the sleep, or they can't keep the eyelash extensions in contact and have to remove them every now and then. Further all users who need to sleep in prone position or elevated head position due to any certain eye surgeries or procedures may also benefit from the disclosure. In addition, other pillows are not adaptable enough to easily travel with, be used while traveling, and then also for sleep and rest away from home. With this invention one gets to use the same bed pillow that is most comfortable, with the added benefit of a neck pillow to relieve the strain on one's neck or back. The current pillow case cover has an embedded feature of having a u-shaped memory foam material that will elevate one's head so the hair and/or eyelash extensions does not touch the pillow. This product focuses specifically for individuals in a prone position during repose.
Various products have been marketed purporting to address the problem of lack of support in the neck region and to provide room for head elevation, but anything specific for user laying in prone position along with protecting the hairstyle and eyelash extension was not marketed at a higher frequency or was limited. Further as a composite pillow cover case the features given in this invention are not present or are limited.
However, to Applicant's knowledge, none of these prior art devices has been found to be completely suitable to meet this need. Hence, the inventor of the present invention purposes to resolve and surmount existent technical difficulties to eliminate the aforementioned shortcomings of prior art.
The previous art and inventions in this field have limitation with respect to features when compared to the current invention. With reference to previous inventions or utility of such system associated the current invention this holds its own uniqueness and usability in its domain. With all previous embodiments in the field did not provide such facilitation and hence the idea has its own novelty.
In light of the disadvantages of the prior art, the following summary is provided to facilitate an understanding of some of the innovative features unique to the present invention and is not intended to be a full description. A full appreciation of the various aspects of the invention can be gained by taking the entire specifications, claims, drawings, and abstract as a whole.
The current design and invention of the device is more pertinent to the concept of a pillow case with a with a U-shaped pocket attached on the top of the pillow case to hold an additional pillow to elevate one's head to protect and enable longevity of hairstyles and eyelash extensions.
One of the embodiment of the pillow case is that it is designed for all pillow sizes and is portable and can be used at home and during travel. Another embodiment of the invention is that the pillow cover case is made up of silk material, but is not limited to the aforesaid fabric. The material in future can be customized according to market and consumer preference if required.
Another embodiment of the invention is the pocket on the front of the pillow cover with a vertical opening or a zipper or snap or it can be any other design at the center to hold u-shaped memory foam material, but the choice of the material is not limited to. An improvement to the pillow case will reduce the need to redo and/or replace hairstyles and eyelash extensions. The u-shaped memory foam material will elevate one's head so the hair and/or eyelash extensions does not touch the pillow. This product focuses specifically for individuals in a prone position during repose.
The neck support member of the present disclosure as is embedded in the main pillow case can be used with any of the main pillow body of a conventional pillow type. Thus, through this invention design of having a u-shaped neck support in the pillow case gives the advantage that they do not need to be used with a pillow specifically tailored to the shape of the neck support member. By using a neck support member of the present disclosure with a user's own pillow of choice, the user can add a supportive function to the neck whilst keeping the familiar comfort of their usual pillow, providing a neck support pillow having improved overall comfort for the user.
This Summary is provided merely for purposes of summarizing some example embodiments, so as to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the subject matter described herein. Accordingly, it will be appreciated that the above-described features are merely examples and should not be construed to narrow the scope or spirit of the subject matter described herein in any way. Other features, aspects, and advantages of the subject matter described herein will become apparent from the following Detailed Description, Figures, and Claims. In light of the disadvantages of the prior art, the following summary is provided to facilitate an understanding of some of the innovative features unique to the present invention and is not intended to be a full description.
The invention will be described with respect to the following drawings, in which like reference numerals represent like features throughout the figures. The accompanying figures, where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views, together with the detailed description below, are incorporated in and form part of the specification, and serve to further illustrate embodiments of concepts that include the claimed invention, and explain various principles and advantages of those embodiments.
Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to improve understanding of embodiments of the present invention. The apparatus and method components have been represented where appropriate by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.
Detailed descriptions of the preferred embodiment are provided herein. It is to be understood, however, that the present invention may be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but rather as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed system, structure or manner.
The present invention is a new designed pillow cover with a U-shaped pocket attached on the top of the pillow case to hold an additional pillow to elevate one's head to protect and enable longevity of hairstyles and eyelash extensions. The invention is not limited protection of hairstyles and eyelash extensions but also focuses specifically for individuals in a prone position during repose. The pillow cover is designed to fit all different size pillows, however, also has an additional feature of a u-shaped foam material to elevate the head. The pillow case has a pocket with a vertical opening at the center of the pocket on the front side. The pocket is designed to hold u-shaped memory foam material.
According to a general aspect, the invention provides a feature to elevate users head in a manner that hairs and eyelash extensions do not touch the pillow. The concept is basically to facilitate all users who need to retain their hairstyle while sleeping or laying down for rest. In the same context, it is designed to provide support to neck while sleeping and to all users who have a back problem and need to keep a neck at distance from the pillow.
Another embodiment of the current invention is that the neck support pillow is embedded neck pillow within the pillow cover and has a u-shaped neck support member of foam material. The neck support member includes a first body portion covering at least part of a first face of the main pillow body adjacent an edge of the main pillow body for supporting the neck in use and a second body portion extending from the first portion over the edge of the main pillow body towards a second face of the main pillow body. The neck support member provides a raised surface relative to the main pillow body surface for supporting the neck in use.
Another embodiment of the invention is that it comprises of a U-shaped pocket on top of the pillow case, with opening to insert additional pillow material, such as memory foam but not limited to. The material may vary in future according to requirement and user need. The U-shaped pillow insert is removable to enable the washing of pillow case when required.
Purpose of this invention is to elevate head for individuals who sleep on side and stomach, to protect hairstyles and eye lash extensions. The u-shaped memory foam material will elevate one's head so the hair and/or eyelash extensions does not touch the pillow. The product is featured for all individuals who want to retain their hairstyle while sleeping or do not want to change eyelash extension every now and then.
The current invention allows for head and neck support, maneuverability during sleep while maintaining support, and the versatility to be used on one's back, side, or front. It is also versatile enough to be easily carried and used while away from home and during travel. Further all those users who have a neck problem can use it for support to neck through the elevated u-shaped neck pillow portion. Further the u-shape also covers the complete neck portion helping users to lay down in a straight position with elevated head, neck which is may support users with back problems.
The present system of pillowcase and neck pillow system is made as a one piece rectangular bed pillowcase that has a built in cylindrical u-shaped neck pillow filled with foam or related material. It combines a specially designed pillowcase and neck pillow with one's own bed pillow for optimum personal comfort. The pattern the neck pillowcase is built in to the outside of the bed pillowcase at just the mid-point provides a two in one solution through the pillow case. The pillow case can be used with any conventional pillow of choice and size.
This detailed description in connection with the drawings is intended principally as a description of the presently preferred embodiments of the invention, and is not intended to represent the only form in which the present invention may be constructed or utilized. The description sets forth the designs, functions, means, and methods of implementing the invention in connection with the illustrated embodiments. It is to be understood, however, that the same or equivalent functions and features may be accomplished by different embodiments that are also intended to be encompassed within the spirit and scope of the invention and that various modifications may be adopted without departing from the invention or scope of the following claims.
Having described the invention in detail, those skilled in the art will appreciate that modifications may be made to the invention without departing from its spirit. Therefore, it is not intended that the scope of the invention be limited to the specific embodiment illustrated and described. Rather, it is intended that the scope of this invention be determined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
