Yoga comfort system wedge

a comfort system and wedge technology, applied in the field of apparatus, can solve the problems of limited application, deficient several aspects of conventional yoga props, rigid wedges or slants, bolsters, etc., and achieve the effect of convenient attainment and maintenance, tactile comfort and flexibility, and versatile therapeutic effects
US20090192028A1Inactive Publication Date: 2009-07-30SHANK JOHN ALLAN
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Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Patent Type
Applications(United States)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANK JOHN ALLAN
Publication Date
2009-07-30
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Abstract

A yoga comfort system wedge is provided constructed of medium density, high quality, closed cell foam materials and adhesives comprised of layers and septums which create a uniquely flexible prop. The construction forms a triangularly shaped yoga, fitness, or therapeutic device in the form of a flexible wedge which allows users to achieve or maintain certain poses, stretches, exercises or therapeutic positions while improving tactile comfort and aiding range of motion. Said device has advantages over traditional types of yoga, meditation, fitness, or therapy devices. The invention allows for users with specific physical limitations to comfortably modify and maintain desired poses or exercises which would not ordinarily be possible, while at the same time provides for the advanced user to practice their highly skilled activities with greater comfort and ease.
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BACKGROUND

[0001] Embodiments of the present invention relate to apparatuses that constitute a yoga comfort system. More particularly, those embodiments relate to a yoga comfort system wedge.

[0002] Yoga is a practice involving prescribed positions, coupled with concentration and controlled breathing. Over recent decades, it has achieved increasing popularity worldwide, as a method of exercise, health maintenance, physical therapy, relaxation, and enhancing mental and spiritual disciplines.

[0003] Practitioners of yoga, both male and female of all ages, often make yoga a regular practice in their lives. Increasingly, those with physical and / or health limitations are taking up yoga, both voluntarily and doctor-prescribed, as a means to improve mobility, strength, balance, flexibility and breathing capacity. Approaches to practicing yoga include active practices wherein the practitioner purposely engages specific muscle groups, as well as restorative practices, wherein the practitioner is p...

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