Adjustable headrest system

Abstract

The various embodiments of the present invention disclose an adjustable headrest system designed to enhance sleep quality through customizable support for various sleeping positions. The system comprises a primary section with a rigid head support and a primary cushion, augmented by cervical contours, and lateral sections with height-adjustable rigid supports and cushions. The cantilevered lateral supports create an unobstructed arm resting space such that there is no pillow material under the arm, while specific cut portions form a three-dimensional shoulder relief area. A pillow stability system with an adjustable clamp prevents tilting, and perforations in the supports provide ventilation. The headrest system can also be configured as a multi-user pillow with individual adjustments. This comprehensive design addresses the shortcomings of conventional pillows, offering superior ergonomic support and comfort, significantly improving overall well-being.

Description

ADJUSTABLE HEADREST SYSTEMCROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0001] This patent application claims the priority of the Indian Provisional Patent Application filed on 28 / 07 / 2023 with the number 202341050878 and titled, "ADJUSTABLE HEADREST SYSTEM", the contents of which are incorporated herein by the way of reference.

[0002] The present invention is generally related to field of ergonomic support systems. The present invention is particularly related to adjustable headrest systems designed for enhancing sleep quality.

[0003] Despite the anatomical and psychological reasons, sleeping disorder arises from the Inappropriate structure of the pillow for a resting individual. The pillow is a crucial apparatus Which should essentially support the head and neck during all the resting or sleeping positions. Cloth cover stuffed with resilient material is commonly used as head support or pillow.

[0004] Connective tissues, blood vessels and nerves may be constricted causing restrictions of blood and nutrients supply through the neck when the user's head is disposed in suboptimal position, while resting or sleeping. Cervical and thoracic regions are the critical segments of the spinal cord, situated at the neck, propagating signals, supporting the arteries, transporting nutrients to and from the brain. During the lateral sleeping posture, misalignment of the spinal cord and the compression generated at the neck and arms due to the disposal of the head on the arm result in circulation problem in the hand, stiff neck, spasm, headache, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), snoring, etc. Misalignment of the spine also leads to disc-related ailments.

[0005] The pillows available presently lack some important properties that contribute to maintaining a neutral alignment, regardless of sleeping position such as different heights for supine and side sleeping position, cervical curvature in supine sleeping position, provision to place shoulder and arms, height adjustability for different individuals having different musculoskeletal structures both in supine and side sleeping positions, soft cushioning which can maintain the optimal temperature on the top surface and restrict suboptimal sleeping positions such as head resting on arms, stomach sleeping etc.

[0006] The pillows also do not satisfy the real need of the user to restrict inappropriate suboptimal sleeping position and do not address the intricate demands of the supine and lateral side sleeping position, on the provision to conveniently dispose the head, arm, shoulder, varying the height of the pillow for the head to suit users of different musculoskeletal structures and changing width of the head resting area of the pillow to enhance the ventilation depending on the need of the user.

[0007] Current state-of-the-art headrest and pillow systems offer a variety of designs aimed at improving sleep quality by providing support for the head and neck. These designs include orthopedic pillows with varying contours, height-adjustable pillows, and pillows with specific shapes to support different sleeping positions. Some pillows incorporate arm tunnels or channels to address the discomfort caused by placing the arm under the head while sleeping on the side. Additionally, a few other models are secured to the mattress or bed to prevent movement during sleep. Despite these advancements, many of these solutions fail to comprehensively address all the ergonomic needs of different sleeping positions, leading to issues such as poor spinal alignment, discomfort, and disrupted sleep.

[0008] Additionally, the presence of pillow material under the arm in some designs can cause discomfort and further misalignment. Pillows secured to the mattress often lack portability and ease of adjustment, limiting their practicality.

[0009] Hence, there is a need for an adjustable headrest system that with customizable height and width, cantilevered lateral supports to create an unobstructed arm resting space, and a three-dimensional shoulder relief area to prevent shoulder discomfort. Additionally, there is a need for a stability system to prevent tilting and ensure consistent support throughout the night, as well as perforations for ventilation to maintain optimal temperature.

[0010] The above-mentioned shortcomings, disadvantages and problems are addressed herein, which will be understood by reading and studying the following specification.OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0011] The primary object of the present invention is to provide open ended arm opening to dispose the arm of the user while resting, with ease of disposing and retraction of arms.

[0012] Another object of the present invention is to provide an attachment to attach the pillow with a mattress to give firm support to the pillow.

[0013] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a shoulder relief area to devoid any obstruction that arise due to the pillow material at the shoulder resting area along with the open-ended arm opening.

[0014] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide the user with the flexibility to vary the height of the head support in both supine and side sleeping position.

[0015] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide the user with the flexibility to vary the width of the head resting space of pillow that is convenient to the user while resting.

[0016] Yet another object of the invention is to rotate the lateral section of the adjustable headrest system for a person resting in the fetal position during the side sleeping position.

[0017] Yet another object of the invention is to move the lateral section in the longitudinal direction and front and back in the transverse direction that is convenient to the user while resting.

[0018] Yet another object of the invention is to extend the adjustable headrest system as a multi-user pillow

[0019] These and other objects and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent from the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0020] The various embodiments of the present invention provide an adjustable headrest system.

[0021] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the adjustable headrest system comprises: a Primary Section that provides the foundational support and further comprises the rigid head support, primary cushion, and cervical contours for neck alignment; at least one Lateral Section that provide adjustable supports that cater to the user's head and neck positions during sleep; arm resting space that prevents discomfort by creating a space devoid of pillow material under the arm; a Shoulder relief area that ensures proper shoulder alignment and comfort; a Pillow stability system that prevents tilting and maintains stability with an adjustable clamp or with a balancing weight or with a modified adjustable clamp; a Ventilation system that promotes air circulation through perforations in the supports; and an extension mechanism that allows a plurality of pillows to be interconnected to support a plurality of people

[0022] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a method for an adjustable headrest system is provided. The method involves: Securing the headrest by attaching the headrest system to a mattress using the adjustable clamp; adjusting the primary section by adjusting the primary cushion and head resting space in a supine position; elevating the lateral supports to match the natural height of the user's head and neck in a lateral or side sleeping position; creating an arm resting space by ensuring the cantilevered lateral supports provide an arm resting space without pillow material; forming a shoulder relief area by utilizing the specific cut portions in the primary and lateral supports; preventing tilting: by using the pillow stability system and maintaining consistent support; adjusting for ventilation to maintain an optimal sleeping temperature.

[0023] These and other aspects of the embodiments herein will be better appreciated and understood when considered in conjunction with the following description and the accompanying drawings. It should be understood, however, that the following descriptions, while indicating the preferred embodiments and numerous specific details thereof, are given by way of illustration and not of limitation. Many changes and modifications may be made within the scope of the embodiments herein without departing from the spirit thereof, and the embodiments herein include all such modifications.

[0024] The other objects, features and advantages will occur to those skilled in the art from the following description of the preferred embodiment and the accompanying drawings in which:

[0025] illustrates an oblique perspective view of an adjustable headrest system secured with a mattress on a cot, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] illustrates a side elevation view of the adjustable headrest system secured with the mattress on the cot, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the adjustable headrest system secured with the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the adjustable headrest system, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] illustrates an exploded view of adjustable headrest system, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] illustrates an oblique perspective view of a primary section, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] illustrates the top elevation view of a rigid primary support, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] illustrates an oblique perspective view of a lateral support, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] illustrates a top elevation view of a rigid lateral support, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] illustrates an oblique perspective view of a lateral height adjustment unit, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] illustrates an exploded view of the lateral height adjustment unit, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] illustrates a front elevation view of the adjustable headrest system, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] illustrates a top elevation view of the adjustable headrest system, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] illustrates a front elevation view of a lateral section at a normal height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] illustrates a front elevation view of the lateral section at an elevated height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] illustrates a front elevation view of an adjustable pillow at a normal width of a head resting space, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] illustrates a front elevation view of the adjustable pillow at an expanded width of the head resting space, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] illustrates a perspective view of the adjustable headrest system when a user is using the adjustable headrest system, resting in a lateral position on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] illustrates a perspective view of the adjustable headrest system when the user is using the adjustable headrest system, resting in a supine position on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] illustrates a top elevation view of the adjustable headrest system when the lateral section is rotated, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] illustrates a top elevation view of the adjustable headrest system when the lateral section is moved towards the front in a transverse direction, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] illustrates a top elevation view of the adjustable headrest system when the lateral section is moved towards the back in the transvers direction, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] illustrates an oblique perspective view of an adjustable clamp, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0048] illustrates a back elevation view of the adjustable clamp at a contracted height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0049] illustrate a side elevation view of the adjustable clamp at the contracted height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0050] illustrates a back elevation view of the adjustable clamp at an elevated height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0051] illustrates a side elevation view of the adjustable clamp at the elevated height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] illustrates a bottom elevation view of the adjustable pillow when the user’s head is resting at a distal end region of the lateral support. according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] illustrates a bottom elevation view of the adjustable pillow when the user’s head is resting at a front-end region of the lateral support, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] illustrates an oblique perspective view of adjustable pillow secured with a balancing weight on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the balancing weight, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] illustrate an oblique perspective view of a multi-user pillow, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0057] illustrates an exploded view of the multi-user pillow, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0058] illustrates a front elevation view of the multi-user pillow, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the adjustable pillow secured with a modified adjustable clamp secured with the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0060] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the modified adjustable clamp, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0061] an oblique perspective view of a modified primary support secured with the modified adjustable clamp secured with the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0062] illustrate a side elevation view of the modified primary support positioned on the top surface of the mattress secured with the modified adjustable clamp, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0063] illustrates a perspective view of the modified primary support secured with the modified adjustable clamp when the user is resting in the supine position on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0064] illustrates a side elevation view of the modified primary support in an elevated position secured with the modified adjustable clamp secured with the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0065] illustrates a perspective view of the modified primary support secured with the modified adjustable clamp when the user is resting in the lateral position on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0066] Although the specific features of the present invention are shown in some drawings and not in others. This is done for convenience only as each feature may be combined with any or all of the other features in accordance with the present invention.

[0067] In the following detailed description, a reference is made to the accompanying drawings that form a part hereof, and in which the specific embodiments that may be practiced is shown by way of illustration. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the embodiments and it is to be understood that other changes may be made without departing from the scope of the embodiments. The following detailed description is therefore not to be taken in a limiting sense.

[0068] The various embodiments of the present invention provide an adjustable headrest system.

[0069] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the adjustable headrest system comprises: a Primary Section that provides the foundational support; a plurality of Lateral Sections that provide adjustable supports that cater to the user's head and neck positions during sleep; an arm resting space that prevents discomfort by creating a space devoid of pillow material under the arm; a Shoulder relief area that ensures proper shoulder alignment and comfort; a Pillow stability system that prevents tilting and maintains stability with an adjustable clamp or with a balancing weight or with a modified adjustable clamp; a Ventilation system that promotes air circulation through perforations in the supports; and an extension mechanism that allows a plurality of pillows to be interconnected to support a plurality of people.

[0070] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the primary section further comprises a rigid head support, a primary cushion placed above the rigid head support provides a comfortable surface for the user. The primary section is further augmented by cervical contours positioned along opposite edges of the rigid head support and specifically designed to support the natural curvature of the neck, ensuring proper alignment during sleep, and cervical contours for neck alignment.

[0071] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of lateral sections are provided, each comprising a rigid lateral support and a lateral cushion. The lateral section further comprises a lateral height adjustment unit enabling the height adjustment of the lateral supports, allowing the user to customize the elevation of the pillow to match their natural head and neck positions during lateral sleeping. The lateral height adjustment unit includes a lifting pole secured beneath the lateral support; a housing that guides the lifting pole for smooth up and down movement; and a stud securing the housing to a rigid head support extension, enabling angular rotation and longitudinal movement of the housing.

[0072] According to one embodiment of the present invention, an arm resting space is created between the cantilevered portion of the lateral support and the mattress, ensuring that there is no pillow material under the arm. This design prevents discomfort and circulation issues caused by placing the head directly on the arm, a common problem with traditional pillows.

[0073] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the shoulder relief area is formed by specifically engineered cut-outs in the primary support and lateral supports. This relief area ensures that the shoulder has ample space, preventing pressure and discomfort, particularly for side sleepers addressing the common issue of shoulder misalignment and discomfort found in conventional pillows.

[0074] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the Pillow Stability System prevents the headrest from tilting due to the weight of the user’s head. This system comprises an adjustable clamp with a pillow attachment part and a clamp height adjustment part, securing the headrest system to the mattress. The adjustable clamp is designed to accommodate mattresses of different thicknesses, ensuring stability and consistent support.

[0075] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the adjustable headrest system is designed with an extension mechanism that allows a plurality of pillows to be interconnected to support a plurality of people. The configuration allows each user to have individual support adjustments, ensuring that all users receive personalized comfort and support.

[0076] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a method for an adjustable headrest system is provided. The method involves: Securing the headrest by attaching the headrest system to a mattress using the adjustable clamp; adjusting the primary section by adjusting the primary cushion and head resting space in a supine position; elevating the lateral supports to match the natural height of the user's head and neck in a lateral sleeping position; creating an arm resting space by ensuring the cantilevered lateral supports provide an arm resting space without pillow material; forming a shoulder relief area by utilizing the specific cut portions in the primary and lateral supports; preventing tilting: by using the pillow stability system and maintaining consistent support; adjusting for ventilation to maintain an optimal sleeping temperature. The adjustable headrest system further comprises a modified adjustable clamp that utilizes top mattress catchment member secured to a modified primary support and comprising a modified rigid head support and a modified primary cushion placed above the modified rigid head support to stabilize the headrest system.

[0077] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the adjustable headrest system comprises the following parts: adjustable head rest system 1, adjustable pillow 2, pillow stability system 3, mattress 4, cot 5, primary section 6, rigid head support 7, primary cushion 8, cervical contour 9, primary support 10, rigid head support extension 11, rigid primary support 12, lateral section 13, primary cut portion 14, fastener mounts 15, lateral support 17, lateral height adjustment unit 18, rigid lateral support 19, lateral cushion 20, lateral cut portions 21, perforations 22, head resting space 23, lifting pole 24, a housing 25, bottom member 26, first side member 27, proximal surface of first side member 28, first edge of the first side member 30, first edge of the bottom member 31, second edge of the first side member 32, first edge of a top member 33, top member 330, second edge of the top member 34, first edge of a second side member 35, second edge of the second side member 36, second edge of the bottom member 37, second side member 38, first opening 39, second opening in a guiding member 40, guiding member 41, stud 42, slotted opening 43, housing first bottom edge 44, screw 45, second side member distal end 46, lateral support distal end 47, lateral height adjustment unit distal end 48, primary section distal end 49, cantilevered portion 50, an arm resting space 51, lateral height adjustment unit transverse length 52, rigid head support extension transverse length 53, dotted horizontal center line 54, shoulder relief area 55, adjustable clamp 56, pillow attachment part 57, clamp height adjustment part 58, rotated “L” shaped frames 59, first connector member 60, second connector member 61, third connector member 62, top clamp height adjustment part 63, vertical threaded top rod 64, first top horizontal segment 65, bottom clamp height adjustment part 66, vertical threaded bottom rod 67, mattress catchment member 68, holes 69, threaded connection nuts 70, stopper nuts 71, bottom pillow surface 72, black dot 73, spherical body 74, balancing weight 75, multi-user pillow 76, first adjustable pillow 760, first primary section 77, first rigid head support 78, first primary cushion 79, first cervical contours 80, first primary support 81, first rigid head support extension 82, first lateral section 83, first lateral support 84, first lateral height adjustment unit 85, first arm resting space 86, second adjustable pillow 87, second primary section 88, second rigid head support 89, second primary cushion 90, second cervical contours 91, second primary support 92, second rigid head support extensions 93, second lateral section 94, second lateral support 95, second lateral height adjustment unit 96, second arm resting space 97, multi-user pillow interconnecting part 98, rigid multi-user pillow interconnecting part 99, multi-user pillow interconnecting cushion 100, modified adjustable clamp 101, adjustable catchment part 102, bottom catchment part 103, top catchment part 104, top mattress catchment member 105, top surface of the mattress 106, catchment vertical threaded bottom rod 107, catchment vertical threaded top rod 108, second top horizontal segment 109, first pair of catchment vertical threaded bottom rods 110, first catchment holes 111, first attachment arm 112, first rotated “L” shaped frame 113, second pair of catchment vertical threaded bottom rods 114, second catchment holes 115, second attachment arm 116, second rotated “L” shaped frame 117, catchment threaded connection nut 118, catchment stopper nut 119, modified primary support 120, modified rigid head support 121, modified primary cushion 122, modified arm resting space 123.

[0078] According to one embodiment of the present invention, an adjustable headrest system is provided, wherein the system comprises: a primary section, the primary section including a rigid head support, a primary cushion placed above the rigid head support, a pair of cervical contours positioned along opposite edges of the rigid head support for supporting the cervical curvature, and a pair of rigid head support extensions positioned along a second set of opposite edges of the rigid head support. The system further includes a pair of lateral sections, each lateral section further comprising a rigid lateral support, a lateral cushion placed above the rigid lateral support, and a lateral height adjustment unit. The lateral height adjustment unit further comprises a lifting pole secured beneath the lateral support, a housing for guiding the lifting pole allowing up and down movement of the lateral support, and a stud for securing the housing to the rigid head support extension enabling angular rotation, longitudinal movement of the housing, and front and back movement of the housing. The system further creates an arm resting space between a cantilevered portion of the lateral support and the mattress, devoid of any pillow material under the arm. The system also comprises a three-dimensional shoulder relief area created by specifically engineered cut-outs in the primary support and lateral support. The system also includes a pillow stability system to prevent tilting, the pillow stability system comprising an adjustable clamp including a pillow attachment part and a clamp height adjustment part, securing the headrest system to the mattress. The system features a ventilation system, wherein the rigid head support and rigid lateral support include precisely engineered perforations for air circulation to maintain optimal temperature and comfort during use. An extension mechanism allows a plurality of pillows to be interconnected to support a plurality of people, providing individual support adjustments for each user.

[0079] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the lateral height adjustment unit allows for adjusting the width of the head resting space by sliding the housing along the stud and wherein the adjustable clamp is adjustable to accommodate mattresses of different thicknesses by varying the height of the clamp height adjustment part.

[0080] According to one embodiment of the present invention, The headrest system, further comprising a balancing weight secured to the rear side of the adjustable pillow to stabilize the headrest system.

[0081] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the headrest system, includes a plurality of sensors to detect the orientation of the user, which are used to vary the height of the adjustable pillow based on the user position.

[0082] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a method for providing ergonomic support to a user with an adjustable headrest system comprises securing the headrest system to a mattress using an adjustable clamp, adjusting the primary cushion and cervical contours of the primary section to support the cervical curvature and occipital bone of the user's head in a supine position, elevating the lateral supports to match the natural height of the user's head and neck in a lateral sleeping position, creating an arm resting space beneath the cantilevered lateral supports ensuring no pillow material is present under the arm, forming a three-dimensional shoulder relief area by utilizing specific cut portions in the primary and lateral supports, and preventing tilting of the headrest system by using a pillow stability system.

[0083] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the method for providing ergonomic support to a user with an adjustable headrest system further comprises adjusting the width of the head resting space by sliding the lateral height adjustment unit longitudinally along the stud to provide ventilation near the ear and neck areas.

[0084] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the method for providing ergonomic support to a user with an adjustable headrest system further comprises rotating the lateral sections about the stud accommodating the user's preference and ensuring comfort in a fetal position.

[0085] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the method for providing ergonomic support to a user with an adjustable headrest system further comprises front and back movement of lateral section in the transverse direction on demand of the user’s convenience by securing the stud with different fastener mounts positioned at different places in the traverse direction in the rigid head support extension.

[0086] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the method for providing ergonomic support to a user with an adjustable headrest system further comprises securing a balancing weight to the rear side of the adjustable pillow to stabilize the headrest system and maintain the center of mass within the resting surface of the adjustable pillow on the mattress.

[0087] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the method for providing ergonomic support to a user with an adjustable headrest system further comprises securing a modified adjustable clamp that utilizes top mattress catchment member secured to a modified primary support and comprising a modified rigid head support and a modified primary cushion placed above the modified rigid head support to stabilize the headrest system.

[0088] illustrates an oblique perspective view of an adjustable headrest system secured with a Mattress on a cot, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0089] illustrates a side elevation view of the adjustable headrest system secured with the Mattress on the cot, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0090] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the adjustable headrest system secured with the Mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0091] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the adjustable headrest system, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0092] illustrates an exploded view of adjustable headrest system, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0093] illustrates an oblique perspective view of a primary section, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0094] illustrates the top elevation view of a rigid primary support, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0095] illustrates an oblique perspective view of a lateral support, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0096] illustrates a top elevation view of a rigid lateral support, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0097] illustrates an oblique perspective view of a lateral height adjustment unit, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0098] illustrates an exploded view of the lateral height adjustment unit, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0099] illustrates a front elevation view of the adjustable headrest system, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0100] illustrates a top elevation view of the adjustable headrest system, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0101] illustrates a front elevation view of a lateral section at a normal height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0102] illustrates a front elevation view of the lateral section at an elevated height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0103] illustrates a front elevation view of an adjustable pillow at a normal width of a head resting space, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0104] illustrates a front elevation view of the adjustable pillow at an expanded width of the head resting space, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0105] illustrates a perspective view of the adjustable headrest system when a user is using the adjustable headrest system, resting in a lateral position on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0106] illustrates a perspective view of the adjustable headrest system when the user is using the adjustable headrest system, resting in a supine position on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0107] illustrate a top elevation view of the adjustable headrest system when the lateral section is rotated, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0108] illustrates a top elevation view of the adjustable headrest system when the lateral section is moved towards the front in a transvers direction, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0109] illustrates a top elevation view of the adjustable headrest system when the lateral section is moved towards the back in the transvers direction, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0110] illustrates an oblique perspective view of an adjustable clamp, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0111] illustrates a back elevation view of the adjustable clamp at a contracted height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0112] illustrates a side elevation view of the adjustable clamp at the contracted height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0113] illustrates a back elevation view of the adjustable clamp at an elevated height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0114] illustrates a side elevation view of the adjustable clamp at the elevated height, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0115] illustrates a bottom elevation view of the adjustable pillow when the user’s head is resting at a distal end region of the lateral support.

[0116] illustrates a bottom elevation view of the adjustable pillow when the user’s head is resting at a front-end region of the lateral support, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0117] illustrates an oblique perspective view of adjustable pillow secured with a balancing weight on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0118] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the balancing weight, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0119] illustrates an oblique perspective view of a multi-user pillow, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0120] illustrates an exploded view of the multi-user pillow, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0121] illustrates a front elevation view of the multi-user pillow, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0122] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the adjustable pillow secured with a modified adjustable clamp secured with the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0123] illustrates an oblique perspective view of the modified adjustable clamp, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0124] an oblique perspective view of a modified primary support secured with the modified adjustable clamp secured with the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0125] illustrates a side elevation view of the modified primary support positioned on the top surface of the mattress secured with the modified adjustable clamp, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0126] illustrates a perspective view of the modified primary support secured with the modified adjustable clamp when the user is resting in the supine position on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0127] illustrates a side elevation view of the modified primary support in an elevated position secured with the modified adjustable clamp secured with the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0128] illustrates perspective view of the modified primary support secured with the modified adjustable clamp when the user is resting in the lateral position on the mattress, according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0129] Although the embodiments herein are described with various specific embodiments, it will be obvious for a person skilled in the art to practice the embodiments herein with modifications.ADVANTAGEOUS EFFECTS OF INVENTION

[0130] The present invention provides an adjustable headrest system providing several distinct advantages over existing headrest and pillow systems. The adjustable headrest system of the present invention accommodates a plurality of sleeping positions including supine and lateral positions. The height-adjustable lateral supports and the customizable width of the head resting space ensure proper alignment of the head and neck, reducing the risk of neck and back pain. The cantilevered design of the lateral supports creates an arm resting space devoid of pillow material, preventing discomfort and circulation problems often caused by placing the head on the arm, particularly beneficial for side sleepers, offering a unique solution not found in conventional pillows. The shoulder relief area, formed by specific cut portions in the primary and lateral supports, prevents shoulder discomfort and misalignment ensuring that the shoulder has ample space, reducing pressure and improving overall comfort during sleep. The pillow stability system prevents the headrest from tilting due to the weight of the user’s head ensuring consistent support and preventing the pillow from shifting during sleep. The perforations in the rigid head and lateral supports promotes air circulation, maintaining an optimal sleeping temperature and preventing heat buildup and thereby enhancing comfort and distinguishing the present invention from conventional pillows that often retain heat. The extension mechanism that allows a plurality of pillows to be interconnected to support a plurality of people and provides individual support adjustments for each user. The adjustable headrest system further comprises a modified adjustable clamp that utilizes top mattress catchment member secured to a modified primary support and comprising a modified rigid head support and a modified primary cushion placed above the modified rigid head support to stabilize the headrest system.

[0131] The foregoing description of the specific embodiments will so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and / or adapt for various applications such as specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modifications. However, all such modifications are deemed to be within the scope of the claims.

Claims

An adjustable headrest system (1), wherein the system comprises:a primary section (6), the primary section (6) including:a rigid head support (7),a primary cushion (8) placed above the rigid head support (7),a pair of cervical contours (9) positioned along opposite edges of the rigid head support (7) for supporting the cervical curvature,a pair of rigid head support extensions (11) positioned along a second set of opposite edges of the rigid head support (7);a plurality of lateral sections (13), each lateral section (13) comprising:a rigid lateral support (19),a lateral cushion (20) placed above the rigid lateral support (19),a lateral height adjustment unit (18), the lateral height adjustment unit (18) comprising:a lifting pole (24) secured beneath a lateral support (17),a housing (25) for guiding the lifting pole (24) allowing up and down movement of the lateral support (17),a stud (42) for securing the housing (25) to the rigid head support extension (11) enabling angular rotation and longitudinal movement of the housing (25);an arm resting space (51) formed between a cantilevered portion (50) of the lateral support (17) and the mattress (4), devoid of any pillow material under the arm;a three-dimensional shoulder relief area (55) created by specifically engineered cut-outs in a primary support (10) and the lateral support (17);a pillow stability system (3) to prevent tilting, the pillow stability system (3) comprising:an adjustable clamp (56) including a pillow attachment part (57) and a clamp height adjustment part (58), securing the headrest system (1) to the mattress (4);an extension mechanism that allows a plurality of pillows to be interconnected to support a plurality of people, providing individual support adjustments for each user.The headrest system (1) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the lateral height adjustment unit (18) allows for adjusting the width of the head resting space (23) by sliding the housing (25) along the stud (42) and wherein the adjustable clamp (56) is adjustable to accommodate mattresses (4) of different thicknesses by varying the height of the clamp height adjustment part (58).The headrest system (1) as claimed in claim 1, further comprising a balancing weight (75) secured to the rear side of the adjustable pillow (2) to stabilize the headrest system (1).The headrest system (1) as claimed in claim 1, includes a plurality of sensors to detect the orientation of the user, which are used to vary the height of the adjustable pillow (2) based on the user position.The headrest system (1) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a multi-user pillow (76) comprises a first adjustable pillow (760) and a second adjustable pillow (87), each including primary and lateral sections, and further comprises a multi-user pillow interconnecting part (98) that secures the first adjustable pillow (760) and the second adjustable pillow (87) together to provide combined support for two users.The headrest system (1) as claimed in claim 1, further comprises a modified adjustable clamp (101) utilizing a top mattress catchment member (105) secured to a modified primary support (120) comprising a modified rigid head support (121) and a modified primary cushion (122) placed above the modified rigid head support (121) to stabilize the headrest system (1).A method for providing ergonomic support to a user with an adjustable headrest system (1). The method comprises:securing the adjustable headrest system (1) to a mattress (4) using an adjustable clamp (56),adjusting the primary cushion (8) and the head resting space (23) of the primary section (6) to support the user's head in a supine position,elevating the lateral supports (17) to match the natural height of the user's head and neck in a lateral sleeping position,creating an arm resting space (51) beneath the cantilevered portion (50) of the lateral support (17) ensuring no pillow material is present under the arm,forming a three-dimensional shoulder relief area (55) by utilizing specific cut portions in the primary (10) and lateral supports (17),and preventing tilting of the headrest system (1) by using a pillow stability system (3).The method as claimed in claim 7, further comprising adjusting the width of the head resting space (23) by sliding the lateral height adjustment unit (18) longitudinally along the stud (42) to provide ventilation near the ear and neck areas.The method as claimed in claim 7, further comprising rotating the lateral sections (13) about the stud (42) accommodating the user's preference and ensuring comfort in a fetal position, and wherein, the front and back movement of the lateral sections (13) are provided by securing the stud at different fastener mounts (15) positioned at different places in the traverse direction in the rigid head support extension (11).The method as claimed in claim 7, further comprising securing a balancing weight (75) to the rear side of the adjustable pillow (2) to stabilize the headrest system (1) and maintain the center of mass within the resting surface of the adjustable pillow (2) on the mattress (4), and wherein, the method further comprises a modified adjustable clamp (101) utilizing a top mattress catchment member (105) secured to a modified primary support (120) comprising a modified rigid head support (121) and a modified primary cushion (122) placed above the modified rigid head support (121) to stabilize the headrest system (1).

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