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Freestanding foldable headrest

a freestanding, foldable technology, applied in the direction of sofas, machine supports, other domestic objects, etc., can solve the problems of heavy and expensive massage tables

Inactive Publication Date: 2014-10-23
MECH DEAN HOWARD
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The present invention is a foldable headrest that can be expanded or contracted for easy storage and use. The headrest has two legs that can be folded together or separate for adjustable comfort. The foldable headrest is composed of a first leg stand with a pillow attached to it, and a second leg stand that can be pivotally attached to the first leg stand. The foldable headrest can be transformed from an expanded form to a contracted form by sliding the second leg stand towards or away from the first leg stand. This design allows for easy adjustment of the headrest and provides comfortable support for the user's head.

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However, massage tables are expensive and heavy.

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[0021]The following detailed description is of the best currently contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense, but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the invention, since the scope of the invention is best defined by the appended claims.

[0022]The present invention includes a free standing foldable headrest and stand to adapt to an existing bed height. The present invention may provide for a comfortable headrest with easy breathing. Further, the present invention uses a bed as a massage table while keeping a user's head in a perfect position, maintaining easy breathing and relaxation during a massage

[0023]The present invention is easy to use and turns a user's bed into a temporary massage table. The present invention will even adapt to an existing bed height. The present invention easily folds up and stores under the bed or near the side of a dresser neatly out ...

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Abstract

A contractible headrest is provided. The contractible headrest includes a first leg stand having a top end and a bottom end. The bottom end is configured to rest on a surface. The present invention further includes a second leg stand having a top end and a bottom end. The top end of the second leg stand is pivotally attached to the first leg stand. The bottom end of the second leg stand is also configured to rest on a surface. The present invention further includes a C-face pillow disposed at the top end of the first leg stand.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. provisional application No. 61 / 814,021, filed Apr. 19, 2013, the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to a headrest for a massage and, more particularly, to a freestanding foldable headrest for a massage.[0003]A massage is the manipulation of superficial and deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue using various techniques, to enhance function, aid in the healing process, decrease muscle reflex activity, inhibit motor-neuron excitability, promote relaxation and well-being, and as a recreational activity. Specialized massage tables are used to position recipients during massages. A typical commercial massage table has an easily cleaned, heavily padded surface, and a horseshoe-shaped head support that allows the client to breathe easily while lying face down and can be stationary or portable. However, ...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A47C20/02A47C20/04
CPCA47C20/04A47C20/02A47C20/026A61H37/00
Inventor MECH, DEAN HOWARD
Owner MECH DEAN HOWARD
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