Patent Application
20230255372
The present disclosure generally relates to a pillow, and more particularly to an orthopedic contour pillow.
Pillows are used to provide a cushion for the head during sleep. Some of these pillows are orthopedic contour pillows having a curved design that adapts to head, neck and shoulder contour for back sleepers and side sleepers.
Various ones of the appended drawings merely illustrate example embodiments of the present disclosure and should not be considered as limiting its scope.
Embodiments of the present disclosure can provide an orthopedic contour pillow that allows a user to adjust the angle of the pillow according to their personal preference. For instance, the angle of the pillow can be adjusted by rotating a rear part of the pillow or by removing it altogether. This can allow for three different angle adjustments. As such, a user is able to obtain a pillow with a comfortable fit without having to purchase several different models from several different manufacturers.
In addition, in some embodiments, the orthopedic contour pillow can include an interchangeable attachment in the neck support part of the pillow. Thus, the user can choose between different attachments depending on their needs. For example, this attachment may include protrusions that provide pressure to the user's neck. As another example, the attachment may provide heat or cooling to help alleviate pain.
The present disclosure provides an orthopedic contour pillow. According to an exemplary embodiment, the orthopedic contour pillow includes a top portion and a bottom portion removably attached to the top portion. The bottom portion has a tapered thickness such that a user can adjust the angle of the pillow by rotating the bottom portion.
In the above embodiment, the length of the bottom portion can extend along the entire length of the top portion. The orthopedic contour pillow can include a fastener for removably attaching the bottom portion and the top portion together. The orthopedic contour pillow can include a removable attachment disposed in a part of the pillow for supporting a neck area of the user. The removable attachment can include a plurality of protrusions for applying pressure to the neck area of the user. The removable attachment can include a material for absorbing heat. The removable attachment can include a material that releases heat. The orthopedic contour pillow can be configured such that the pillow can be used without the bottom portion. The orthopedic contour pillow can include flexible polyurethane foam. The orthopedic contour pillow can include a removable attachment disposed on an underside of a part of the pillow for supporting the neck area of the user.
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The bottom portion 4 is disposed beneath the top portion 2. The bottom portion 4 has a sloped or tapered shape with a wider end 14 and a narrower end 16. Both the top portion 2 and the bottom portion 4 are made of flexible polyurethane foam covered with fabric.
The orthopedic contour pillow 100 also includes attachment 10 disposed in the neck support portion 6. The attachment 10 has protrusions that can apply pressure to a user's neck region to relieve pain and/or provide a massage-type effect to the neck. The attachment 10 can be made of plastic, rubber, or polyurethane foam.
The orthopedic pillow 100 further includes an attachment 12 that is disposed underneath the neck support portion 6. The attachment 12 is made of plastic and provides additional support for the neck support portion 6.
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The attachment 10 can be snapped into and out of the indent 20. The attachment 10 stays in place due to the ridges 22 on its edges that fit into a corresponding portion of the indent 20.
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Of course, other methods of attachment may be used for attaching the various components together. For example, the top portion 2, the bottom portion 4, and the attachment 12 can snap together using corresponding male and female snap members. As another example, the various components may be attached together with a specially designed pillowcase. For instance, a pillow case may be used with individual pockets for each of the bottom portion 4 and the attachment 12. Such pockets could be accessible by zipper closures.
Otherwise, the orthopedic contour pillow 200 functions similarly to the orthopedic contour pillow 100. For example, similar to the pillow 100, the pillow 200 includes attachment 10 and bottom portion 4.
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Furthermore, as mentioned above, as a third option, the bottom portion 4 can be removed entirely, and the top portion 2 can be placed directly on the sleeping surface. A user might choose this option if they are comfortable with the angle and height of the top portion 2 as is, without the addition of the bottom portion 4.
Thus, by virtue of the foregoing, it is possible to provide an orthopedic contour pillow that allows a user to adjust the pillow to their personal preference. In addition, they can utilize an interchangeable attachment to provide for various needs, such as pain relief and alleviation of muscle tightness.
While the disclosure has been described with reference to exemplary embodiments, it is to be understood that the disclosure is not limited to the disclosed exemplary embodiments. The scope of the following claims is to be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass all such modifications and equivalent structures and functions. For example, it is to be understood that the disclosure contemplates that, to the extent possible, one or more features of any embodiment can be combined with one or more features of any other embodiment.
