US20210307520A1

US20210307520A1 - Adaptable Mattress for Prone and Side Positions

Info

Publication number: US20210307520A1
Application number: US16/837,303
Authority: US
Inventors: Breanna Batey
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2020-04-01
Filing date: 2020-04-01
Publication date: 2021-10-07

Abstract

The present invention is a bed, mattress, or passed surface adaptable for sleeping or lying in the face down positions, also known as prone position; the side position; or other desired resting position. The invention includes a main body, accessory pieces adaptable for the different positions, and an optional bed frame and headboard. The present invention can also be used for a supine or reclined sleeping position.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims priority to U.S. Patent Provisional Application No. 62/828,323 titled Convertible Mattress for Prone and Side Position filed on Apr. 2, 2019.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to an apparatus for lying or sleeping in the side position and/or face down otherwise known as the prone position.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Everyone has to sleep. Sleep is vitally important to achieving optimal health. The body regenerates itself during sleep. A healthy spine is also crucial to optimal health. Achieving proper spinal alignment is crucial to a healthy spine. On an ordinary flat, horizontally positioned mattress, it can be difficult to get the spine in proper alignment in the side and prone sleeping positions. Side sleeping can cause back and shoulder pain. Sleeping and lying face down or prone can put extra strain on the neck and back.
Nearly every day a new study or news piece talks about how important sleep is for human health. Many factors effect one's sleep and the quality and length of that sleep. There are several positions in which one can sleep. Sleeping on one's back and side are typically the most comfortable and most mattresses and sleep accessories are designed for people that sleep in these positions. Prone sleepers, people that sleep on their stomach, have little or no options when it comes to mattresses and products that would enable them to comfortably lie or sleep in such a position for a long period of time.
When people sleep on their stomach with their head in an awkward and unhealthy positioning, it can cause stress to their spine and nervous system. A great majority of our healing and recovery happens when we sleep. The goal is to have your spine in a neutral position, unstressed due to these factors.
The issues with lying on your side to sleep are the same as with stomach sleeping, plus some additional stressors to the shoulder. People tend to toss and turn all night due to pain and pressure from their mattress and positioning.
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There are currently no mattresses, massage tables or sleeping surfaces available that can be adapted for normal, prone, and side resting positions. The present invention is meant for sleeping, resting, massage, and in some embodiments can also accommodate multiple people on one mattress with each individual being able to rest in their own desired position.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is an apparatus designed for lying and sleeping comfortably in any position but specifically can be adapted for side and/or prone positions. The apparatus includes a specially designed mattress, made of a cushioned material, mattress frame and headboard for accommodating multiple positions.
The present invention presents with a mattress as one main body with additional specially designed pillows and accessories for support. Sections at the top of the mattress can be removed and interchanged with other accessory pieces for comfort in the side or prone positions. The superior or head portion of the mattress can also be raised or lowered. Optionally, the headboard portion moves to provide additional airflow while resting.
A standard mattress is a rectangular surface for supporting the resting body. When you think of this bed, think of a puzzle, with every piece adapting to your sleeping quality and health. This rectangular piece has removable portions in the two corners at the head portion of the bed as well as a cushion that is removable from the head portion. While sleeping supine, all the pieces are intact like a regular mattress. Then switching to a side sleeping position, you would take out one of the side pieces and add either the side sleeper or the cuddler, a piece shaped to allow for comfortable contact with a sleeping partner while resting in the side position. As a prone bed, all the removable pieces would be out to accommodate that position; it would also include an air purifier under the bed to create fresh air to breathe while you sleep.
It is the object of the present invention for a person to position themselves comfortably while lying down or sleeping.
It is the object of the present invention for a person to lie or sleep in the supine position comfortably and/or for optimal spinal position and health. This can be achieved by leaving the entire main body of the mattress intact with the main accessory pieces.
It is the object of the present invention for a person to lie or sleep on either side of the body comfortably and/or for optimal spinal position and health. It is also the object of the present invention for a person to lie of sleep on their side with optimal shoulder comfort. This positioning can be achieved by taking the facial cushion of the mattress with the option of placing the cushion between the legs for optimal spinal alignment. The two pieces next to the head portion of the main body can also be removed completely or interchanged with optional accessory pieces to allow for the desired shoulder and hand comfort.
It is the object of the present invention for a person to lie or sleep on their stomach, also referred to as the prone position, comfortably and/or for optimal spinal position and health. This positioning is achieved by removing the facial insert to the head portion of the main body of the mattress and having the option to remove the two pieces directly next to the head portion for the hands and arms to rest in a lower position.
In its most complete form the device comprises: 1) a main body portion; 2) and interchangeable and adaptable cushions.
An additional option for the device is an adjustable head board and mattress frame to achieve the desired level of airflow while sleeping or positioning in the prone position.
The term mattress as used herein is meant to mean: a rectangular shaped padded or cushioned surface for supporting the reclining body.
Although the invention has been described in detail with reference to several embodiments additional variations and modifications exist within the scope of the spirit of the invention as described.
Although the disclosed invention has been described with reference to various exemplary embodiments, it is to be understood that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the principals and application of the present invention. Those having skill in the art would recognize that various modifications to the exemplary embodiments may be made, without departing from the scope of the invention.
Moreover, it should be understood that various features and/or characteristics of differing embodiments herein may be combined with one another. It is therefore to be understood that numerous modifications may be made to the illustrative embodiments and that other arrangements may be devised without departing from the scope of the invention.
Furthermore, other embodiments of the invention will be apparent to those skilled in the art from considerations of the specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein. It is intended that the specification and examples be considered as exemplary only, with a scope and spirit being indicated by the claims.
Finally, it is noted that, as used in this specification and the appended claims, the singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the,” include plural referents unless expressly and unequivocally limited to one referent, and vice versa. As used herein, the term “include” or “comprising” and its grammatical variants are intended to be non-limiting, such that recitation of an item or items is not to the exclusion of other like items that can be substituted or added to the recited item(s).
One example of the device in its simplest form is a mattress, for a single occupant, similar to the twin size bed, with the main body portion with the head and foot end, removable face cushion that can be converted into a cushion placed between the legs. The interchangeable cushions alongside the face portion can be removed to accommodate a prone position. Cushions specifically designed for side sleeping and shoulder pressure relief can also be placed alongside the head section of the main body portion. The device can be made from any type of material used for mattresses, including but not limited to types of foam, latex, cotton or air inflatable material.
Other examples of the device are a larger bed, designed to accommodate more than one occupant and the modifications to the upper or head portion can vary several ways. This bed has a main body portion which includes one or more head portions positioned toward the side of the bed and also can have an open space toward the midline next to the head portion to be adapted for side sleeping using a pillow-like piece that is concave in shape along the bottom side to allow for cushion for the head but also keep a space underneath for the arm and shoulder to rest without uncomfortable pressure to the shoulder. On the opposite side of this open space can be either another head portion for a prone sleeper or a softer cushion with the lower portion having a beanbag type material to accommodate a side sleeper where the loose beanbag type material can reduce the shoulder pressure.
The concave shaped pillow used for head support and relief of shoulder pressure can also be adapted for a reclined position for reading or watching television.
Another example of the present invention is where the entire mattress and adaptable pieces are made of a material that can be inflated and deflated. This would be for use in a camping setting or even as a guest mattress in the home.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Brief Description of the Drawings

FIG. 1 is the king or queen size version of the invention which can sleep two people. This figure also includes the raising and lowering portion.

FIG. 2 is an exploded version of the present invention, the main body mattress, the portions at the top which raise and lower for individual's comfort, the frame and headboard, and the accessory pieces for the different sleeping positions.

FIG. 3 is the present invention with the main body piece of the mattress and the accessory pieces for a normal reclined position.

FIG. 4 is an environmental view of the present invention being used for a side sleeping position with the accessory to relieve pressure on the shoulder.

FIG. 5 is an environmental view of the present invention being used for a side sleeping position with the accessory to relieve pressure on the shoulder where the arm slides underneath the accessory.

FIG. 6 is an environmental view, from the side perspective, of the present invention being used for a prone sleeping position including the option for raising and lowering the upper portion of the mattress.

FIG. 7 is an environmental view of the present invention, from a superior perspective, being used for a prone sleeping position including accessory pieces for the hands.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1. An alternate embodiment of the device 200 to accommodate one or more persons. The removable cushion 204 can be taken out to sleep in the prone position and can even be placed between the legs as a cushion. The headboard 216 and the mattress frame 218 can be raised to allow for airflow for prone positioning. The interchangeable cushions 206 and 208 can be removed and adapted for the desired sleeping position.
FIG. 2. An exploded view of the preferred embodiment of the device 100 on the adjustable bedframe 102 and headboard 116. Also showing the removable cushion 104, standard interchangeable cushions 106 and 108, modified cushion 110 which is adapted to prone or side sleeping, showing the hollow portion to accommodate an arm. Cushion 112 is another interchangeable portion adapted for side sleeping, being shorter in length than 108 or 106 to allow for the shoulder and arm to rest down into the recessed portion of the mattress. Additional cushions 114 are shown as well.
FIG. 3. A perspective view of the device 100 on the frame 102, headboard 116, interchangeable cushions 106 and 108 in place and removable cushion 104.
FIG. 4. An environmental view showing the subject laying the side position on the device 100 with the removable cushion 104 placed between the legs for added comfort. Subjects arm is resting in the recessed portion of the mattress which is allowed by the interchangeable cushion 112 and added head and neck comfort by cushion 114.
FIG. 5. An environmental view showing the subject laying in the side position on the device 100 with the removable cushion 104 placed between the legs and using the interchangeable cushion 110, not depicted is the arm being underneath the cushion 110 which allows this because there is a hollow portion.
FIG. 6. An environmental view showing the subject laying in the prone position on device 100 with the removable cushion 104 removed, the adjustable upper portion 118 and headboard 116 in a raised position to allow for additional airflow to the face.
FIG. 7. An environmental view from a different perspective showing the subject in the prone position with the interchangeable cushions 110, 112, 114, 116 removed, the removeable cushion 104 removed and the adjustable feature 118 to raise and lower the upper portion to allow for additional airflow to the face.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. An adaptable mattress comprising: At least four pieces wherein there is a main body portion with a head end and a foot end, wherein said main body portion includes a head portion; a removable face portion from said head portion; At least a first and second interchangeable cushion to fit alongside the head portion adaptable to various sleeping or resting positions; Additional support cushions/objects.

2. The mattress from claim 1, wherein said interchangeable portion is adaptable for a prone sleeping position.

3. The mattress from claim 1, wherein said interchangeable portion is adaptable for a side sleeping position.

4. The mattress from claim 1, wherein said interchangeable portion is adaptable for a reclined sleeping position.

5. The mattress from claim 1, wherein said interchangeable portion is adaptable for any desired sleeping position.

6. An adaptable mattress comprising: At least four pieces wherein there is a main body portion with a head end and a foot end, wherein said main body portion includes a head portion; a removable face portion from said head portion; At least a first and second interchangeable cushion to fit alongside the head portion adaptable to various sleeping or resting positions; Additional support cushions/objects.

7. The mattress from claim 6, wherein said mattress is set upon an adjustable frame with an adjustable headboard, said frame and said headboard can raise and lower to create space for airflow below said head portion when the mattress is used for a prone sleeping position.

8. The mattress from claim 6, wherein said first and second interchangeable cushions are adapted for a standard mattress form.

9. The mattress from claim 6, wherein said first and second interchangeable cushions are adapted for prone or side sleeping, one or more said interchangeable cushions having a recessed portion where user's arm can fit underneath the cushion.

10. The mattress from claim 6, wherein said first and second interchangeable cushions are adapted for the side sleeping position, one or more said cushions affixing to said mattress to allow for a recessed open space for user's arm to rest.

11. The mattress of claim 6, wherein said mattress is adapted for more than 1 person.