Multi-sleep position head and neck pillow

Abstract

Certain embodiments provide a multi-sleep position head and neck pillow apparatus. The apparatus includes a front, a rear, two ends, a center section, and side sections on opposite sides of the center section. The apparatus also includes a base layer and a top cushion layer. The base layer includes a base at the center section of the apparatus and a side at each side section of the apparatus. The base includes a top surface and the sides include an incurved top surface. The top cushion layer includes a neck cushion attached to the top surface of the base. The top cushion layer also includes a side cushion attached to the incurved top surface of each side. The side cushions include an aperture that extends through the side cushion to form an ear cradle.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]Certain embodiments of the invention relate to an ergonomically correct, comfortable pillow that encourages deep restorative sleep. More specifically, certain embodiments of the invention relate to a multi-sleep position head and neck pillow with a center portion for a face-up sleep position and side portions for sideline sleep positions.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Bed pillows are cushioned support mechanisms that are often placed underneath a head and neck of a user while resting or sleeping in a bed. Bed pillows are designed to provide comfort and support to the head, neck, and shoulders of the user. There are various types of bed pillows that are commercially available, such as traditional pillows, foam pillows, water pillows, ergonomic pillows, and pillows designed for specific problems such as pain relief or to prevent snoring, for example. Existing bed pillows may provide improper ergonomics and / or can be uncomfortable. For example, if a head o...

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Benefits of technology

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Problems solved by technology

Existing bed pillows may provide improper ergonomics and/or can be uncomfortable.

For example, if a head of a user is held up too low or too high, the cervical and thoracic muscle attachments can be pulled, which may cause the muscle to tense up resulting in spasms and pain.

In a sideline sleep position, improper support may cause pressure on the bottom arm and shoulder, which can impede the blood supply and cause pressure on the lower cervical nerves resulting in numbness or tingling in the upper extremities.

The flow of sinus cavities of a user may be impeded by improper positioning of the user's head, causing irritation that can result in clogging, pain, pressure, and/or snoring.

The improper positioning of the head of a user may also result in improper support of the trachea that can cause sleep apnea.

More generally, improper ergonomics of bed pillows can cause irritation that result in restless sleep and the need to wake up and change positions.

As another example, many people have been unable to find a bed pillow that is comfortable and allows for a restful night sleep.

In a sideline sleep position, pressure on the ear can cause pain and discomfort.

Additionally, traditional pillows can be uncomfortable to users sleeping in a sideline ...

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