Knee Cushion

Abstract

A knee cushion is disclosed which includes an integral foam member having a first major surface, an oppositely aligned second major surface, at least one side wall joining the first major surface to the second major surface. Leg depressions are formed in both the first and second major surfaces. The leg depressions are arranged in the shape of a modified peace symbol. The leg depressions permit a person to position the knee cushion between their knees while sleeping on their side to assist in aligning their hips and for keeping their spine straight. The integral foam member also includes a circular depression located in a central portion of the modified peace symbol on both the first and second major surfaces. Lastly the integral foam member has an Indentation Force Deflection at 25% of from between about 8 pounds-force to about 18 pounds-force.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to a knee cushion which can be placed between the knees of a person resting or sleeping on their side to provide support and reduces pressure points so that the person can obtain a more comfortable and relaxing rest or sleep.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Cushions, pillows and other uniquely formed structures have been used for some time by people who rest or sleep on their sides, in the hope of minimizing pressure points, for aligning their hips, and to keep their spine straight so that they can obtain a more comfortable rest or sleep. Some cushions have an elongated shape and are of such a length that they are utilized along a portion of the legs, knees and / or thighs of a user. Other devices are designed to be placed between the knees of a person and generally have a 3-D configuration with a tapered or raised surface to keep the person's knees bent. Still other devices employ raised profiles to keep a person's knees and / o...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

This patent is about a knee cushion that is designed to align a person's hips, keep their spine straight, and prevent the knee bones from touching while sleeping on their side. The cushion has a foam component with leg depressions that resemble a modified peace symbol. The depressions have raised areas to improve air flow and can be positioned in different ways to help the person relax and sleep comfortably. The cushion also has a circular depression in the center that aligns with the person's knees. The patent aims to provide a comfortable and relaxing rest for people by reducing pressure points and creating space for the person's testicles. The knee cushion is easy to manufacture and can be sold at a reasonable cost.

Problems solved by technology

It has been found that many of these devices are lacking in some aspect and a more comfortable knee cushion is needed to provide a comfortable rest or sleep for a person who sleeps on their side.

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