Proprioceptive razor

Abstract

A proprioceptive razor for shaving / trimming intimate areas. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body may include: a body having a first end and an opposing second end; a user engagement member configured to provide a plurality of points of contact with a user's hand during use; and a shaving assembly including a shaving head having at least one or more cutting surfaces. The plurality of contact points may be located in or near the metacarpophalangeal joints, proximal interphalangeal joints, and distal inferior phalanges of the user's hand.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to medical devices; to shaving devices for use in medical procedures; and more specifically to a proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas and designed to provide a safer intimate grooming experience in areas that are typically difficult to shave safely. Background Technology

[0002] Removing body hair using a shaving system is well known in the art. Common types of razors include those described below: U.S. Patent No. 10,513,041, U.S. Patent No. 10,137,586, U.S. Patent No. 10,137,585, U.S. Patent No. 9,713,879, U.S. Patent No. 8,726,528, U.S. Patent Publication No. 2020 / 0223083, U.S. Patent Publication No. 2014 / 0290066, WO Publication No. 2019 / 093931, or WO Publication No. 2012 / 107713.

[0003] However, such a device is unsafe when used for trimming / shaving in areas that are usually difficult to shave safely because it cannot provide the user with the necessary or appropriate perception of the position and movement of body parts by means of sensory organs (proprioceptors) in the muscles and joints that control the movement of the shaving head. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention relates to a shaving device, preferably used for shaving intimate areas, configured to provide a safer intimate grooming experience in areas that are typically difficult to shave safely. The proprioceptive razor is configured to provide enhanced control over the razor blade as it moves over or contacts the area of ​​skin to be shaved or groomed.

[0005] In an illustrative embodiment, a proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body may include: a body having a first end and an opposing second end; a user engagement member configured to provide contact with a user's hand at multiple points during use; and a shaving assembly including a shaving head having at least one or more cutting surfaces. The multiple contact points may include areas at or near the metacarpophalangeal joints, proximal interphalangeal joints, and distal inferior phalanges of the user's hand.

[0006] In the illustrated example, multiple contact points may include the area directly below the metacarpophalangeal joint of two fingers of the same hand, the area just distal to the metacarpophalangeal joint and proximal to the proximal interphalangeal joint, the distal inferior phalanx (fingertip) of the same two fingers of the same hand, all three contact points, or any combination thereof.

[0007] Therefore, the object of the present invention is to provide an improved shaving device.

[0008] Another object of the present invention is to provide a shaving device configured to provide a safer, more intimate grooming experience in areas that are typically difficult to shave safely.

[0009] Another object of the present invention is to provide a proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas.

[0010] A further object of the present invention is to provide a proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas (such as human genitals) and / or surrounding areas.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to provide a proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas, which provides the user with three contact points on two fingers of the same hand.

[0012] Another object of the present invention is to provide a proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas, the proprioceptive razor being configured to provide unique leverage and balance, thereby allowing control of the razor blade during shaving of intimate parts of the body.

[0013] A further object of the present invention is to provide a proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas, the proprioceptive razor being configured to provide the user with enhanced perception of the razor's position and movement as the razor moves over the skin or shaving area.

[0014] Another object of the present invention is to provide a proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas, the proprioceptive razor being configured to provide the user with proprioceptive sensation of the razor's position and movement as the razor moves over the skin or shaving area.

[0015] Other objects and advantages of the invention will become clear from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which specific embodiments of the invention are illustrated by way of example and example. Any drawings included herein form part of this specification, including exemplary embodiments of the invention, and illustrate its various objects and features. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an illustrative embodiment of a proprioceptive razor used for shaving intimate areas;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an alternative perspective view of a proprioceptive razor used for shaving intimate areas;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a top view of a proprioceptive razor used for shaving intimate areas;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a front view of a proprioceptive razor used for shaving intimate areas;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a right-side view of a proprioceptive razor used for shaving intimate areas;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a left-side view of a proprioceptive razor used for shaving intimate areas;

[0022] Figure 7 A proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas in the first non-extended position is shown;

[0023] Figure 8 A proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas in the second extended position is shown;

[0024] Figure 9A This is a perspective view of the shaving component / component of a proprioceptive razor used for shaving intimate areas;

[0025] Figure 9B This is an alternative perspective view of the shaving component / component of a proprioceptive razor used for shaving intimate areas;

[0026] Figure 10A This is a top view of the body of the prosthetic razor with the shaving components removed.

[0027] Figure 10B One of the inner surfaces of the body of the proprioceptive razor is shown;

[0028] Figure 11 This is a bottom view of the main body of the proprioceptive razor, showing the shaving components removed.

[0029] Figure 12 The shaving portion of the shaving assembly / component shown is rotated from the first shaving position;

[0030] Figure 13 The shaving portion of the shaving assembly / component shown is rotated from the first shaving position;

[0031] Figure 14 A proprioceptive shaving tool is shown, fixed in the user's hand for shaving intimate areas; and

[0032] Figure 15 An alternative view of a proprioceptive razor held in the user's hand for shaving intimate areas is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0033] While the invention is susceptible to various forms of embodiments, the presently preferred (though not limiting) embodiments are shown in the drawings and will be described below. It should be understood that this disclosure is to be considered as an example of the invention and is not intended to limit the invention to the specific embodiments shown.

[0034] refer to Figures 1 to 6 An illustrative embodiment of a proprioceptive razor (generally referred to as proprioceptive razor 10) for shaving / trimming intimate areas is shown. Prososensitive razor 10 is configured to provide enhanced control over the razor blade as it moves over or contacts an area of ​​skin to be shaved or trimmed. While proprioceptive razor 10 will be described as being used for shaving and trimming intimate areas (such as the human genitals and / or surrounding areas, such as the vagina, penis, or testicles), proprioceptive razor 10 may also be used on other parts of the body. Furthermore, while proprioceptive razor 10 may have specific uses in surgical settings or procedures, such uses are not intended to be limiting. Prososensitive razor 10 includes a body 12 spaced apart from a first end 14 and an opposing second end 16. The first end 14 includes a user engagement portion or member 18 integrally formed therewith or attached thereto. A shaving assembly 20 extends from the second end 16.

[0035] refer to Figure 9A and Figure 9B An embodiment of a shaving assembly 20 is shown. The shaving assembly 20 includes a body 22, shown herein as an elongated rod or arm, which is secured to a shaving head 24 via a connector 26. The shaving assembly rod or arm 22 may be straight or include curvature. The size and shape of the shaving assembly rod or arm 22 are configured for fitting and moving within an internal portion or region (described later) of the body-sensing razor body 12. The shaving head 24 may include a first surface 28 having one or more gripping surfaces 30, shown herein as ridges, to allow a user's fingers to grip the shaving head 24 during use, i.e., trimming or shaving. The opposing second surface 32 may include one or more cutting surfaces 34, such as shaving blades. The shaving assembly rod or arm 22 may include an opening 36, the size and shape of which are configured for receiving and storing a locking member 38, shown herein as a pin (see...). Figure 1 Once inserted, pin 38 locks the shaving assembly rod or arm 22 in the appropriate position (at different locations) within the body of the proprioceptive razor 12.

[0036] refer to Figures 10A to 13The image shows a proprioceptive razor body 12 with the shaving assembly 20 removed. The proprioceptive razor body 12 may include an opening 40, shown herein as an opening slit or channel exposing an internal portion or region 42. This internal portion or region 42 is preferably hollow or partially hollow and is sized and shaped to allow at least a portion of the shaving assembly lever or arm 22 to be fitted therein, and is preferably slidably movable in a linear direction. The user simply inserts at least a portion of the shaving assembly lever or arm 22 into the second end opening 44 of the proprioceptive razor body. Once in the desired position, the user places a pin 38 into the shaving assembly lever or arm opening 36. The bottom surface 46 of the proprioceptive razor body 12 (see...) Figure 10A and 10B It may include a plurality of spaced-apart pin receiving members 48, shown herein as recesses or small openings.

[0037] When at least a portion (preferably the tip) of the pin 38 is oriented and resting in the pin receiving member 48, the shaving assembly lever or arm 22 is locked in place. To orient and position the shaving assembly lever or arm 22 in another location within the proprioceptive razor body 12, the user removes the pin 38 and slides the shaving assembly lever or arm 22 to the left or right (further away from or closer to the first end 14), see... Figure 7 (Proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas in the first non-extended position) and Figure 8 (A proprioceptive razor for shaving intimate areas in the second extended position). Once in the desired position, the user simply inserts and passes the pin 38 into the opening 36. A portion of the pin 38 rests within one of the pin receiving members 48, thereby locking the shaving assembly rod or arm 22 into place.

[0038] The user engagement portion or component 18 is configured to provide the user with unique control over the shaving head 24 during trimming or shaving. This control is crucial for areas (such as human genitals) or surrounding areas that are difficult for an individual to shave safely and effectively. The user engagement portion or component 18 is configured such that the proprioceptive razor 10 provides the user with enhanced perception of the position and movement of various parts of the body through sensory organs (proprioceptors) in the muscles and joints that control the movement of the shaving head 24. Therefore, the proprioceptive razor 10 is configured to provide multiple (preferably three) contact points on two fingers of the same hand. The three contact points include areas at or near the metacarpophalangeal joint 50, proximal interphalangeal joint 52, and distal inferior phalanx (fingertip) 54 of the user's hand 55, see Figure 14 .

[0039] More specifically, the three contact points include:

[0040] 1. The area directly below the metacarpophalangeal joints of two fingers on the same hand;

[0041] 2. The area precisely at the distal end of the metacarpophalangeal joint and the proximal end of the proximal interphalangeal joint acts as a fulcrum until #3 is no longer in contact with the fingers; and

[0042] 3. The distal subphalanges (fingertips) of two identical fingers on the same hand, which are connected to the number 2 via a flexible adjustable lever (described later).

[0043] As a result, a unique leverage effect is created between the metacarpophalangeal joints and the two distal phalanges (fingertips) of the same hand. This unique and exaggerated leverage effect produces enhanced proprioception and awareness of the shaving's position and movement as it moves across the pubic skin. This enhanced proprioception of the shaving blade allows for a safer pubic trimming experience in areas that are difficult to shave safely. Figure 14 and Figure 15 .

[0044] The user engagement portion or component 18 may include an upper portion 56, a lower portion 58, and a bridging member 60 connecting the upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58. The upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58 are preferably arranged in a parallel or substantially parallel configuration, separated by a first opening 62 (on the left side of the bridging member 60) and a second opening 64 (on the right side of the bridging member 60). The distal ends 66, 68 of the upper portions may have partial curvature and extend downward toward the distal ends 70, 72 of the lower portions (but not in contact, thus forming an open or partially loop configuration). The distal ends 70, 72 of the lower portions may also have partial curvature and extend upward toward the distal ends 66, 68 of the upper portions (but not in contact, thus forming an open or partially loop configuration). These two regions define the size and shape of the openings 62, 64, which are configured to accommodate, receive, and support multiple portions of a user's fingers. The upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58, specifically the distal ends 66 and 68 of the upper portion and the distal ends 70 and 72 of the lower portion, can be made of flexible material to accommodate fingers of different sizes. Alternatively, the distal ends 66 and 68 of the upper portion and the distal ends 70 and 72 of the lower portion can be connected to form a closed loop structure.

[0045] Lever 74 is positioned away from the upper portion 56 and the lower portion 58. Lever 74 is attached to or integrally formed from a portion of the lower portion 58 as an intermediate member 76, which is shown herein as an elongated body. The intermediate member 76 is shown having a curved surface 78, see... Figure 5The curved surface 78 positions the lever 74 away from the upper portion 56 and lower portion 58 of the user engagement portion or component 18 by a distance or gap 80, and orients the lever 74 such that: 1) the lever 74 is parallel to or substantially parallel to the upper portion 56 and lower portion 58; and 2) the lever 74 rests in the area directly below the metacarpophalangeal joints of two fingers of the same hand when in use. Therefore, the size (and shape) of the lever 74 must be sufficient to rest and / or span the area directly below the metacarpophalangeal joints of two fingers of the same hand. The distance or gap 80 must be sufficient so that, when in use (placed on two fingers), the upper portion 56 and lower portion 58 are aligned or rested in the area just below the distal and proximal interphalangeal joints of the metacarpophalangeal joints, acting as fulcrums without finger contact until the distal inferior phalanges (fingertips) of the same two fingers of the same hand contact the scraper head 24.

[0046] The proprioceptive razor 10 may also include a shaving head 24 configured to rotate (greater than 0 degrees to 360 degrees). Figure 12 The scraper head 24 is shown in the first position (e.g.) Figure 1 (As shown) Rotate 90 degrees. Figure 13 The shaving head 24 is shown rotated 180 degrees from a first position. This rotation allows the user to shave with or against abrasive grains, thus allowing the user to push or pull while shaving. The shaving head 24 can be rotated simply by rotating the shaving bar or arm 22 and locking it in place as described above. Alternatively, the shaving head 24 can be designed to pivot and rotate about the shaving bar or arm 22.

[0047] All patents and publications mentioned in this specification indicate the level of skill of a person skilled in the art to which this invention pertains. All patents and publications are incorporated herein by reference to the extent that each individual publication is exactly and individually indicated to be incorporated herein by reference.

[0048] It should be understood that although specific forms of the invention have been shown, they are not limited to the specific forms or arrangements described and shown herein. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes may be made without departing from the scope of the invention, and the invention should not be considered as limited to what is shown and described in this specification and any of the accompanying drawings / figures included herein.

[0049] Those skilled in the art will readily understand that the present invention is well adapted to carry out the stated objects and obtain the mentioned objects and advantages, as well as those inherent therein. The embodiments, methods, processes, and techniques described herein represent preferred embodiments and are intended to be exemplary and not intended to be limiting of the scope. Variations and other uses will be apparent to those skilled in the art, which are covered within the spirit of the invention and defined by the scope of the appended claims. Although the invention has been described in conjunction with specific preferred embodiments, it should be understood that the claimed invention should not be unduly limited to these specific embodiments. In fact, various modifications to the described methods for carrying out the invention that will be apparent to those skilled in the art are intended to fall within the scope of the following claims.

Claims

1. A proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body, comprising: The main body has a first end and an opposite second end; The user engagement member includes a first opening and a second opening, the first opening being configured and arranged to receive a first finger of a user's hand; the second opening being configured and arranged to receive a second finger of the user's hand. A shaving assembly including a shaving head having a non-cutting surface and an opposing cutting surface, the non-cutting surface being used to engage the tips of a first finger and a second finger when the fingers are in the opening, thereby providing a contact point with the user's hand; as well as A lever extending from the user engagement member, the lever being used to engage the user's hand when the finger is in the opening, thereby providing contact with the user's hand.

2. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The cutting surface includes one or more scraper blades.

3. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The lever extends from the user engagement member and is positioned in use in the area directly below the metacarpophalangeal joints of two fingers of the same hand.

4. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The user engagement member includes an upper portion and a lower portion, the upper portion partially defining the first opening and the second opening, and is configured to engage with the back or dorsal surface of the first and second fingers of the user's hand during use. The lower portion partially defines the first opening and the second opening, and is configured to engage with the palm surface of the first and second fingers of the user's hand when the fingers are in the openings.

5. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The first opening and the second opening form two partially open annular structures.

6. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The first opening and the second opening form two closed ring structures.

7. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 4, wherein, The lever is connected to the lower part via the middle part.

8. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The shaving assembly also includes a rod.

9. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 8, wherein, The size and shape of the rod are set to allow for assembly and movement within the internal region of the body.

10. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The shaving head of the shaving assembly can rotate around the rod or the body.

11. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The shaving component is positioned at an angle relative to the main body.

12. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 8, further comprising a locking member configured and arranged to engage the rod.

13. The proprioceptive razor for shaving one or more parts of the body according to claim 1, wherein, The non-cutting surface of the scraper head has one or more gripping surfaces.

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