Side Sleeper Pillow for Surgery

Abstract

Disclosed is a substantially “W” shaped pillow, a pillow that is comprised of two half moons on either side of a center support strip. The contour pillow was specifically designed for a woman's body and offers comfortable support for a woman's chest area following chest surgery or breast augmentation. The application side of the pillow is placed against a woman's chest and the pillow supports tender post surgical areas. The side wings rest comfortably under each arm reducing pain and swelling. When movement is restricted and healing muscles and incision sites are supported and protected, there is less pain. The pillow helps a woman rest more comfortably during recovery, helps her to get off of her back faster after surgery, and helps her to sleep in her favorite positions as soon as possible. Quality sleep speeds healing and reduces overall recovery time.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]Not applicable.[0002]This application claims priority over Provisional Patent No. 61 / 463757 filed in February of 2011.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]1. Field of Invention[0004]The present invention relates to the process of post-surgery discomfort and pain after chest surgery or breast augmentation. Specifically, it is a “W” shaped pillow, comprised of two half moons on either side of a center cleavage support strip, with two side wings that rest comfortably under each arm. The pillow is designed to wrap around the contour of a woman's chest and the support and protection that the pillow provides for the chest area, the cut muscles and the incision sites helps to reduce pain and promote restful sleep, thereby improving recovery time.[0005]2. Background of the Invention[0006]The Side Sleeper Pillow for Post Surgery Recovery was designed specifically for a woman's comfort after surgery. It is the answer to achieve optimal comfort and reco...

AI Technical Summary

Problems solved by technology

The most popular complaint after chest surgery is the inability to rest or sleep comfortably through the night.

For a life-long side or stomach sleeper this can be especially difficult.

Sudden movements without a supportive pillow in place can cause piercing pain while tender muscles are healing.

Getting in and out of bed can be very painful during this time and it is very difficult to move from a reclined position to standing upright without help.

Trying to find a comfortable position and struggling with multiple pillow formations several times per day can be painful and frustrating.

Pain after chest surgery can be considerable in some cases.

A good night's sleep results in more energy each day which speeds healing and reduces recovery time.

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