Male undergarment to protect against excess heat, moisture, and friction

Abstract

A novel genital support undergarment for men is disclosed comprising a material pouch which supports male genitalia such that in use a back edge of the pouch tucks underneath the scrotum above a lowest point of the pouch. The back edge includes a thickened material seam that contacts the scrotum of the user. The pouch is a soft material and can be simply attached to an elastic waistband or affixed to a larger undergarment, such as briefs or boxers. No strap or other material between the legs is used to connect the bottom of the pouch to a waistband at the back.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. Field of the Invention[0001]This invention relates to male undergarments. More particularly, this invention relates to male undergarments designed to promote men's health and wellness.2. Description of the Related Art[0002]Previously, several differing types of male undergarments were designed to either protect or support male genitalia. More common examples of such male undergarments are jock-straps, thongs, and tangas. More traditional and cultural examples include the fundoshi and kaupina. While many of these provide some support and protection from chafing between the genitalia and the legs, all of these items have either a string or a strap to connect the front panel of the undergarment to the back portion of the waistband. The jock-strap has two, one on either side that connect the front cup to the waistband. Tangas and kaupina are essentially a front panel and a back panel, attached together by string and worn similar to briefs. Thongs and fundos...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The invention is a special underwear designed to hold male genitals in place and prevent excess moisture. It has a specific shape to hold both the penis and scrotum. The underwear has a seam at the back edge, where it contacts the scrotum, that is made of a thicker material. This design can be modified in various ways to fit different needs.

Problems solved by technology

However, none of these items offer stand-alone and strapless support for the genitalia.

This tension creates a direct adverse effect on the backside of the scrotum that is incompatible with long term comfort.

Because the lower seam merges into the waistband along a nearly horizontal line, the seam does not rise far enough underneath the backside of the scrotum leaving a significant, critical gap.

In addition, the material of this product is a cotton and lycra blend that does not absorb sweat / moisture well resulting in an irritating effect when worn for an extended period of time, particularly in warm conditions.

These products also do not absorb sweat / moisture well resulting in an irritating effect when worn for an extended period of time, particularly in warm conditions.

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