Pillow for preventing pressure injury of ears

By using a modular pillow structure and adjusting the pillow shape with ear support and spacing components, the problem of ear redness caused by pressure on the ear when sleeping on the side is solved. This achieves personalized support based on ear size and sleeping posture, thus improving sleep comfort.

CN223473475UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-28BEIJING HOSPITAL
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Application Number
CN202423305941.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-31
Publication Date
2025-10-28
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-31

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing pillows can easily cause redness and pressure damage to the auricle when the user sleeps on their side, and it is difficult to adjust the shape and position of the hollow part according to different users' ear size and sleeping position, which affects sleep comfort.

Method used

The pillow features a modular design, allowing for adjustment of the ear space through ear support and spacing components. Combined with clips and magnets, it enables adjustment of the distance and length between the side pillows and the center pillow to accommodate different ear sizes and sleeping positions.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces pressure on the auricle, enhances sleep comfort, adapts to different ear sizes and sleeping positions, and improves the pillow's support effect.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of pillows, and discloses a pillow for preventing pressure injury of both ears, which comprises a middle pillow, an edge pillow is arranged on one side of the middle pillow, a clamping strip connected with the middle pillow is arranged on the edge pillow, and the edge pillow translates along the length direction of the clamping strip to adjust the distance between the edge pillow and the middle pillow to form a transverse adjusting structure; wherein an auricle carrying position is arranged on the middle pillow, the auricle carrying position penetrates through the length direction of the middle pillow to form a hollow structure, and a distance adjusting assembly is arranged in the center of the side pillow. The pillow structure with the adjustable shape is formed in a modular combination mode, the space for containing the ears is reserved through the auricle carrying positions, the pressure on the auricles is reduced, the sizes of the auricle carrying positions and the reserved grooves are adjusted according to the auricle size of a user, and therefore the pillow structure is suitable for being adjusted and used by the ears of different sizes; and the combined state of the pillow is adjusted according to different sleeping postures of the user, so that a better supporting effect is achieved, and the sleeping comfort of the user is enhanced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pillow technology, specifically to a pillow for preventing pressure injuries to both ears. Background Technology

[0002] Existing pillows typically consist of a pillow core and a pillowcase, used to elevate the head when sleeping. When the user lies on their side, the earlobe presses against the pillow surface, causing some pressure on the ear. This makes the side of the ear that is in contact with the pillow less breathable, and prolonged pressure on the earlobe can easily lead to redness and pain, or even pressure injury.

[0003] Some existing pillows use a hollowed-out design in the middle to solve the problem of ear compression. However, since the shape of the pillow and the hollowed-out part are fixed, the shape of the hollowed-out part is difficult to adapt to different users' ear sizes and usage habits. If the hollowed-out part is too large, it will affect the support effect on the head. If the hollowed-out part is too small, it will not be able to fully accommodate the ear and will still cause the problem of ear compression.

[0004] Meanwhile, the user's sleeping position will be adjusted according to their sleeping habits. When the user adopts a supine sleeping position, the hollow part is difficult to support the structure of the back of the head, which is not conducive to adjusting the support position of the pillow according to different sleeping positions of the user, nor is it conducive to adjusting the size of the hollow part according to the position of different users' ear auricles, thus affecting the user's sleep comfort. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a pillow that prevents pressure injuries to both ears, thereby solving the technical problem in the prior art where it is not easy to adjust the pillow shape according to sleeping posture, which can easily cause pressure injuries to the auricle.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model specifically provides the following technical solution:

[0007] A pillow for preventing pressure injuries to both ears includes a central pillow, a side pillow on one side of the central pillow, and a retaining strip on the side pillow that is connected to the central pillow. The side pillow can be adjusted to move along the length of the retaining strip to adjust the distance between itself and the central pillow, forming a lateral adjustment structure.

[0008] The central pillow has an auricle support, which extends through the length of the central pillow to form a hollow structure. An adjustment component is provided at the center of the side pillow, which extends and retracts around the auricle support to form a longitudinal adjustment structure.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the central pillow is provided with a sliding groove that matches the card strip, and a magnet is provided at one end of the card strip;

[0010] The central pillow is divided into two groups of pillow blocks centered on the auricle support position, and the height of both groups of pillow blocks decreases towards the auricle support position.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the side pillow is provided with a reserved groove that matches the auricle support position, and the side pillow is divided into two groups of movable blocks with the reserved groove as the center, and the two groups of movable blocks are connected to each other through an adjustment component.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the adjusting component includes a movable strip and a fixed strip. The movable strip is installed at the bottom of one group of movable blocks via a telescopic rod, and the fixed strip is disposed at the bottom of the other group of movable blocks.

[0013] The movable strip has a limit block on its lower surface, and the fixed strip has limit grooves at equal intervals that match the limit block.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the movable block has a storage groove on the fixed strip, the height of the storage groove is greater than the combined height of the fixed strip and the limiting block, the movable strip moves downward along the movement direction of the telescopic rod, and the limiting block and the limiting groove move to abut against each other to form a fixed structure.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages:

[0016] This utility model adopts a modular combination to form an adjustable pillow structure. By reserving space to accommodate the ear through the auricle support, the pressure on the auricle is reduced. The size of the auricle support and the reserved groove can be adjusted according to the size of the user's auricle, so as to adapt to different ear sizes. The combination state of the pillow can be adjusted according to the user's different sleeping positions to achieve a better support effect and enhance the user's sleep comfort. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are merely exemplary, and those skilled in the art can derive other embodiments based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 A top view of the overall structure is provided for the embodiments of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 A top-sectional view of the overall structure of this utility model is provided for the embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 A side sectional view of the central pillow is provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 A side sectional view of the side pillow is provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0022] The labels in the diagram represent the following:

[0023] 10 - Center pillow; 20 - Side pillow;

[0024] 11-Auricular support; 12-Groove; 101-Occipital block;

[0025] 21-Clamping strip; 22-Adjustable distance assembly; 23-Reserved slot; 201-Moving block; 221-Moving strip; 222-Fixing strip; 223-Telescopic rod; 224-Limiting block; 225-Limiting slot; 226-Storage slot. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this utility model provides a pillow for preventing pressure injuries to both ears, including a central pillow 10, a side pillow 20 on one side of the central pillow 10, and a retaining strip 21 connected to the central pillow 10 on the side pillow 20. The side pillow 20 can be adjusted along the length of the retaining strip 21 to adjust the distance between itself and the central pillow 10 to form a lateral adjustment structure.

[0028] Among them, an auricle support 11 is provided on the central pillow 10, and the auricle support 11 extends through the length of the central pillow 10 to form a hollow structure. An adjustment component 22 is provided at the center of the side pillow 20, and the adjustment component 22 extends and retracts with the auricle support 11 as the center to form a longitudinal adjustment structure.

[0029] This utility model adopts a modular combination to form an adjustable pillow structure. By reserving space to accommodate the ear through the auricle support, the pressure on the auricle is reduced. The size of the auricle support and the reserved groove can be adjusted according to the size of the user's auricle, so as to adapt to different ear sizes. The combination state of the pillow can be adjusted according to the user's different sleeping positions to achieve a better support effect and enhance the user's sleep comfort.

[0030] The distance between the side pillow 20 and the middle pillow 10 can be adjusted by sliding the clip 21, thereby adjusting the overall length of the pillow and creating a certain gap between the side pillow 20 and the middle pillow 10 to accommodate the user's ears and make it convenient to adjust according to usage needs.

[0031] The ear is accommodated by the auricle support 11 on the middle pillow 10, which can reduce the pressure on the ear when the user sleeps on their side. The length of the side pillow 20 and the distance of the auricle support 11 can be adjusted by the distance adjustment component 22, so as to facilitate the use according to the size of the ear and achieve the purpose of better preventing pressure injury to the ear.

[0032] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the middle pillow 10 has a groove 12 that matches the card strip 21, and a magnet is provided at one end of the card strip 21;

[0033] Among them, the central pillow 10 is divided into two groups of pillow blocks 101 with the auricle support 11 as the center, and the height of both groups of pillow blocks 101 is reduced towards the auricle support 11.

[0034] The central pillow 10 is positioned with one side higher than the other, allowing users to adjust its orientation according to their habits, thus providing either higher or lower support for the neck, making it suitable for different users.

[0035] By adjusting the distance between the two sets of pillow blocks 101, the width of the auricle support 11 can be adjusted, making it convenient to adjust and use according to different ear sizes and support needs, so as to achieve a better support effect and improve the user's sleep comfort.

[0036] The groove 12 on the middle pillow 10 is used to store the clip 21, so that the middle pillow 10 is connected to the side pillow 20 through the clip 21, and the side pillow 20 is moved by sliding the clip 21, thereby adjusting the distance between the side pillow 20 and the middle pillow 10.

[0037] When one side of the side pillow 20 is attached to one side of the middle pillow 10, the two side clips 21 are connected and fixed by magnets, which helps to improve the stability of the connection between the side pillow 20 and the middle pillow 10, and at the same time helps to reduce the overall size, making it convenient to move and carry.

[0038] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the side pillow 20 has a reserved groove 23 that matches the auricle support 11, and the side pillow 20 is divided into two sets of movable blocks 201 with the reserved groove 23 as the center. The two sets of movable blocks 201 are connected to each other through the adjustment component 22.

[0039] Both the auricle support 11 and the reserved groove 23 can be used to accommodate the ear, which can prevent the ear from being squeezed when the user switches between sleeping on the left and right sides, thus improving the user's sleep comfort. Furthermore, the distance between the side pillow 20 and the middle pillow 10 can be adjusted according to the user's head circumference to further prevent pressure injury to both ears.

[0040] The distance adjustment component 22 drives the two sets of movable blocks 201 to extend and retract, which helps to adjust the distance between the two sets of movable blocks 201, thereby adjusting the size of the reserved slot 23, which is convenient for adjustment according to ear size and sleeping posture habits.

[0041] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the adjustable distance assembly 22 includes a movable bar 221 and a fixed bar 222. The movable bar 221 is installed at the bottom of one set of movable blocks 201 via a telescopic rod 223, and the fixed bar 222 is installed at the bottom of another set of movable blocks 201.

[0042] Among them, a limit block 224 is provided on the lower surface of the movable strip 221, and a limit groove 225 matching the limit block 224 is provided at equal intervals on the fixed strip 222.

[0043] By lifting the movable bar 221 from the bottom, the telescopic rod 223 is retracted, causing the limiting block 224 at the bottom of the movable bar 221 to move above the limiting groove 225 and separate from the limiting groove 225. At this time, one set of movable blocks 201 can be pulled outward to adjust the distance between the two sets of movable blocks 201.

[0044] like Figure 4 As shown, the movable block 201 has a storage groove 226 on the fixed strip 222. The height of the storage groove 226 is greater than the combined height of the fixed strip 222 and the limiting block 224. The movable strip 221 moves down along the direction of movement of the telescopic rod 223, and the limiting block 224 and the limiting groove 225 move together to form a fixed structure.

[0045] The storage groove 226 provides a range of motion for the fixing strip 222, allowing the fixing strip 222 to slide and adjust within the storage groove 226. The height of the storage groove 226 is sufficient to accommodate the fixing strip 222 and the limiting block 224, facilitating operation when adjusting the side pillow 20.

[0046] When the distance between the two sets of movable blocks 201 is adjusted to the appropriate position, the upward pushing force on the movable bar 221 is released, allowing the movable bar 221 to fall naturally under gravity, which in turn causes the telescopic rod 223 to extend. At the same time, the limiting block 224 and the limiting groove 225 are engaged and fixed, which can lock the side pillow 20. When the user pushes the side pillow 20, the side pillow 20 can be kept in its state, and it is not easy to accidentally touch it and affect the use of the side pillow 20.

[0047] The above embodiments are merely exemplary embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. The scope of protection of this application is defined by the claims. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications or equivalent substitutions to this application within its substance and scope of protection, and such modifications or equivalent substitutions should also be considered to fall within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A pillow for preventing pressure injuries to both ears, characterized in that, Includes a central pillow (10), and a side pillow (20) is provided on one side of the central pillow (10). A retaining strip (21) connected to the central pillow (10) is provided on the side pillow (20). The side pillow (20) is laterally adjusted along the length direction of the retaining strip (21) to adjust the distance between it and the central pillow (10) to form a lateral adjustment structure. Among them, an auricle support (11) is provided on the central pillow (10), and the auricle support (11) extends through the length of the central pillow (10) to form a hollow structure. An adjustment component (22) is provided at the center of the side pillow (20), and the adjustment component (22) extends and retracts with the auricle support (11) as the center to form a longitudinal adjustment structure.

2. The pillow for preventing pressure injuries to both ears according to claim 1, characterized in that, The central pillow (10) has a groove (12) that matches the card strip (21), and a magnet is provided at one end of the card strip (21); The central pillow (10) is divided into two groups of pillow blocks (101) with the auricle support position (11) as the center, and the height of the two groups of pillow blocks (101) is reduced towards the auricle support position (11).

3. The pillow for preventing pressure injuries to both ears according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side pillow (20) has a reserved groove (23) that matches the auricle support (11), and the side pillow (20) is divided into two groups of movable blocks (201) with the reserved groove (23) as the center. The two groups of movable blocks (201) are connected to each other through the adjustment component (22).

4. A pillow for preventing pressure injuries to both ears according to claim 3, characterized in that, The adjustable distance assembly (22) includes a movable strip (221) and a fixed strip (222). The movable strip (221) is installed at the bottom of one set of movable blocks (201) via a telescopic rod (223), and the fixed strip (222) is located at the bottom of another set of movable blocks (201). Among them, a limiting block (224) is provided on the lower surface of the movable strip (221), and a limiting groove (225) matching the limiting block (224) is provided at equal intervals on the fixed strip (222).

5. A pillow for preventing pressure injuries to both ears according to claim 4, characterized in that, The movable block (201) has a storage groove (226) on the fixed strip (222). The height of the storage groove (226) is greater than the combined height of the fixed strip (222) and the limiting block (224). The movable strip (221) moves downward along the direction of movement of the telescopic rod (223), and the limiting block (224) and the limiting groove (225) move to abut against each other to form a fixed structure.