WO2010016674A2

WO2010016674A2 - Foldable functional pillow

Info

Publication number: WO2010016674A2
Application number: PCT/KR2009/004182
Authority: WO
Inventors: 이재영; 염창훈
Original assignee: (주)마디공학
Priority date: 2008-08-04
Filing date: 2009-07-28
Publication date: 2010-02-11
Also published as: WO2010016674A3; KR20100015032A; KR101021404B1

Abstract

The present invention relates to a foldable functional pillow which is composed of two pillow units foldable onto each other to enable users to select either pillow unit or use the pillow in a folded state to raise the height of the pillow. The pillow of the present invention has two pillow units (10, 20) which are formed into a single body and foldable centering from a bending portion (1). The pillow units (10, 20) have respective openings (11, 21) which are opposed to each other that are opened/closed by a zipper (2) at the side of the bending portion (1). The pillow units (10, 20) have interiors with respective head support members (12, 22), cervical vertebral support members (13, 23), and a plurality of support members including left support members (14, 24) and right support members (15, 25), which can be inserted through the openings (11, 21). Partitions (16, 26) are arranged at interfaces between the pillow units to prevent movement of the head support members (12, 22), cervical vertebral support members (13, 23), and left support members (14, 24) and right support members (15, 25.)

Description

Foldable Functional Pillow

The present invention relates to a functional pillow, and more specifically, two pillows for protecting the cervical spine form a symmetrical form, while allowing the use of folding based on the center of symmetry, one side of the pillow to be utilized when sleeping and the other side The pillow part of the present invention relates to a functional pillow configured to maximize the usability of the product by selectively using it when the shoulder and neck are stiff or wanting to take a short break.

Recently, as interest in health has increased, various functional products useful for health have been developed and used in various beddings used in daily life.

Pillows commonly used in homes are generally filled with a pillow-like cushioning material filled with fabric and covered with a pillow cover. The outside of the head (the back of the head) is convex. Sleep and rest in a state supported by the cushioned material.

However, when using such a traditional pillow, the head is leaned forward so that the cervical spine in the shape of 'C' is bent, and the back neck muscles are stiffened. If you do not feel good after the neck becomes rather stiff, if this condition persists there is a problem that can cause diseases such as neck discs.

Against this backdrop, many types of pillows with cervical vertebral protection that can keep the cervical spine in the correct position at bedtime have been developed and marketed. Basically, this cervical pillow is designed to support the neck while keeping the head low.

In addition, in terms of chiropractic, it was based on the relaxation of the neck by relaxing the neck to relieve shoulder and neck fatigue.

The present invention has been proposed to improve the above-mentioned problems in the prior art, and to support the head part including the cervical spine at bedtime more stably, and to be able to be folded and used as necessary to the user or the use form. The purpose is to relieve the muscles of the neck and shoulders by adjusting the height accordingly.

The present invention for achieving the above object, the two pillows form a structure that is integrally connected to both sides around the folded portion to enable the use of mutual folding; Each of the pillow parts is formed at a position where the openings which are opened and closed by a jacket on the folded part side face each other; Each of the pillow portion is composed of a head support, a cervical spine support and a left support and a right support that can be input through the opening is individually; The head support, the cervical spine support, the left support, the right support is characterized in that the partition structure is formed on the boundary portion to prevent the flow of position.

Since the functional pillow of the present invention is composed of two pillow parts that can be used to fold each other, if necessary, using a pillow of an optional part or folding the two to raise the height to lie down and watch a book, such as watching TV It will show various functions and effects that can be used for various purposes.

In particular, since each support member is provided with a plurality of support members individually, it is possible to replace and use them at various heights as needed, and each support member is supported by a position by a partition membrane, thereby leaving the seat of the support member therein. Also, the cervical spine of one side can be used during sleep, and the cervical spine of the other side can help to relax the shoulder and neck muscles, thereby maximizing the user's satisfaction.

In addition, by using the foldable form of both cervical spine (shoulder, sleep) on both sides incorrectly, the user can cut the cervical spine on the pillow side that fits them, thereby relieving pain in the neck and shoulders.

1 is an external perspective view of the functional pillow of the present invention.

Figure 2 is a front appearance of the folded state of the functional pillow of the present invention.

Figure 3 is a rear view of the folded state of the functional pillow of the present invention.

Figure 4 is a cutaway portion of the outer cover of the functional pillow of the present invention.

Figure 5 is a plan sectional view showing the interior of the functional pillow of the present invention.

6 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line A-A of FIG.

FIG. 7 is a sectional view taken along the line B-B in FIG. 5; FIG.

8 is a perspective view showing a state of use of the functional pillow of the present invention.

1: folding part 2: Jacques

3: filling material 10,20: pillow part

11,21: opening 12,22: head support

13,23: cervical spine support 14,24: left support

15,25: right support 16,26: partition

17,27: bend

Hereinafter, specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

First, looking at the structure of the pillow according to the present embodiment, the two pillow parts (10, 20) are foldably connected by the central folding part (1), each pillow part (10, 20) mutually opposite The opening part 11 and 21 is provided with the jacket 2 for opening and closing.

On the other hand, each of the four support members are arranged in a symmetrical form in each of the

pillow unit

10, 20, each support member is a head paper so that the head of the user can be supported as shown in FIG. Earth (12, 22), cervical spine support (13, 23) to support the cervical spine, and the left and right support (14, 24) and the right support (15, 25) disposed on both left and right sides ).

In particular, the partition support (16, 26) surrounding the head support (12, 22) in the form of "c" is provided so that the position of each support member can be prevented from flowing or changing.

The

partition membranes

16 and 26 are connected to and fixed between the inner and outer surfaces of the upper and lower outer skin or the inner skin of the distal end or the spansil and are also called 'horizontal membranes'.

And, the height h1 of the head support (12, 22) is the cervical spine support (13, 23), the

left support

14, 24 and the right support (15, 25) as shown in the cross-sectional view of FIG. Lower than the height h2 (h1 < h2) so that the head can be supported by the left and

right supporters

14, 15, 24 and 25.

In addition, the upper surface (13a, 23a) of the cervical spine support (13, 23) is to form a certain curved shape to support the cervical spine of the user as shown in the cross-sectional view of Figure 7, both cervical support (13, 23) Each of the upper surface (13a, 23a) of the curved shape is provided to be different from each other to allow the optimal use of the optimal pillow unit (10, 20) for the user.

In addition, the outer side of each of the pillows (10, 20) grooves of the user's neck or shoulder portion is formed in the form of a bent shape of the bent portion (17, 27), the both sides of the curved portion (17, 27) ) To achieve asymmetrical shapes.

That is, both sides of the pillow portion (10, 20) by forming the length and the bend of the bent portion (17, 27) of the mutually different, to perform the shoulder rest function when used in folding the pillow of the present invention.

In particular, the bent portion 17 of the one-side pillow 10 forming a curved shape of a small size is wrapped around the neck portion, the bend portion 27 formed on the other side pillow 20 to support the shoulder portion, shoulder and neck It will be able to cover and support the site at the same time.

In addition, both sides of the pillow portion (10,20) when used up and down because it naturally spreads the cervical spine and the head portion makes you feel as if the head is supported.

In the figure, reference numeral 3 denotes a filler to be filled in each support member. The filler 3 is to encapsulate the polymer film on the outer wall by applying a microcapsule technology to a material such as phytoncide, tourmaline, silver nano, aroma, so that the functional material effectively lasts for a long time.

In particular, tourmaline is the only tourmaline that generates the most suitable charge for the human body, and is effective for cell activation, resistance, blood purification, fatigue recovery, muscle pain, neuralgia, blood disorder, insomnia, chronic constipation, visceral disease, adult disease, and women's diseases. It is known to heat.

In addition, silver nanoparticles are a nano-size micronized silver, sterilizes about 650 kinds of bacteria, viruses and fungi, and is excellent in geriatric diseases and prevents static electricity.

The working effect of the use of the present invention folded pillow constituting the structure will be described.

First, the characteristics of the pillow of the present invention consists of a plurality of supporting

members

12, 13, 14, 15, 22, 23, 24, 25, each of the pillow portion (10, 20) forms an individual support member Since the height of each part is different, it is possible to replace as needed.

That is, since the respective support members can be replaced through the openings 11 and 21, the optimal support members suitable for themselves can be partially replaced.

In particular, the

support members

12, 13, 14, 15, 22, 23, 24, and 25 are supported by the

partition membranes

16 and 26 so that the

support members

12, 13, 14, 15, 22, 23, 24, and 25 are always placed in a predetermined position. Will be.

On the other hand, since the pillow of the present invention forms two

open parts

10 and 20 on both sides, the user can select and use a desired part thereof.

That is, since the height h1 of the head supports 12 and 22 on both sides and the curved shapes of the

upper surfaces

13a and 23a of the cervical spine supports 13 and 23 are formed differently, a portion that fits the body shape of the head supports 12 and 22 is formed. By selectively using it will be able to maximize the use satisfaction.

In addition, in order to further increase the height of the pillow or to use it for cushioning purposes, as shown in FIG. 2, the two

pillow parts

10 and 20 may be folded through the folding part 1, thereby allowing the consumer to use the product. You will be able to further improve your satisfaction.

On the other hand, as shown in the accompanying Figure 8, by selecting any one of the cervical spine support (13, 23) of the pillow to support the user's neck at the same time so that the left and right sides of the pillow to the user's shoulder In addition, the user's head is folded back to help relax the muscles of the shoulder and neck.

In addition, although specific embodiments of the present invention have been described and illustrated above, the structure and shape of the functional pillow of the present invention may be implemented in various forms as necessary.

For example, in the above embodiment, the state in which the cervical spine supports 13 and 23 are provided on both

side pillow parts

10 and 20 is described and illustrated, but, if necessary, the cervical spine support only on one pillow part 10. It is also possible to form (13) and not to configure the cervical spine support on the other pillow portion (20).

However, such modified embodiments should not be understood individually from the spirit or scope of the present invention, it will be said that such modified embodiments are included in the appended claims of the present invention.

The present invention forms a structure in which the two pillow parts are integrally connected to both sides of the folding part so as to be mutually folded use; Each of the pillow parts is formed at a position where the openings which are opened and closed by a jacket on the folded part side face each other; Each of the pillow portion is composed of a head support, a cervical spine support and a left support and a right support that can be input through the opening is individually; The head support, the cervical spine support, the left support, and the right support has a structure in which partition membranes are formed at the boundary portions to prevent the flow of position.

At this time, the cervical spine support may be provided in only one pillow part or both pillow parts.

In addition, the upper surface of the cervical spine support is preferably formed in a certain curved shape to support the cervical spine of the user.

At this time, the upper surface of the cervical spine support may be configured in a different bent form each other.

In addition, the height of the head support in each pillow portion is preferably configured to be lower than the height of the left support and the right support.

In addition, the partition membrane may be provided to form a "c" shape in which one side is opened so that the attachment and detachment of the head support through the portion facing the opening.

At this time, a groove-shaped bent portion is formed on the outside of each pillow so as to surround the neck or shoulder of the user, and the bent portions on both sides may form a different asymmetric shape so that the user can selectively use it if necessary. have.

In addition, to support the user's neck to any one selected from the cervical spine support, so that the left and right support of the pillow is put on the shoulder so that the user's head is tilted back to help relax the muscles of the shoulder and neck. You may.

The present invention relates to an ergonomic pillow, and can be used in various fields using ergonomics, for example, furniture, medical, and the like.

Claims

The two pillow parts 10 and 20 form a structure integrally connected to both sides about the folding part 1 so as to be mutually folded use;

Each of the pillow parts 10 and 20 is formed at a position where the opening parts 11 and 21 which are opened and closed by the jacket 2 on the folded part 1 side are opposed to each other;

The head portion 12, 22, the cervical spine support 13, 23 and the left support (14, 24) that can be inserted through the opening (11, 21) inside the pillow portion (10, 20) And a plurality of supporting members each composed of right and right supporting holes 15 and 25;

Each head support (12, 22), cervical spine support (13, 23), the left support (14, 24), the right support (15, 25) in order to prevent the flow of the partition between the partitions Foldable functional pillow, characterized in that the membrane (16,26) is formed.
The method according to claim 1,

The cervical spine support (13, 23) is a folding type functional pillow, characterized in that it is provided only on one pillow (10) (20) or both pillows (10,20).
The method according to claim 1 or 2,

The upper surface (13a, 23a) of the cervical spine support (13, 23) is a folded functional pillow, characterized in that to form a certain curved shape to support the cervical spine of the user.
The method according to claim 3,

The upper surface (13a, 23a) of the cervical spine support (13, 23) is folded type functional pillow, characterized in that each configured in a different bent form.
The method according to claim 1,

The height h1 of the head supports 12 and 22 in the pillow units 10 and 20 is lower than the height h2 of the left support 14 and 24 and the right support 15 and 25. Folding functional pillow characterized by the configuration.
The method according to claim 1,

The partition membranes 16 and 26 are formed in a “c” shape in which one side is opened to allow attachment and detachment of the head support 12 and 22 through a portion facing the openings 11 and 21. Foldable functional pillow.
The method according to claim 1,

On the outside of the pillows 10 and 20, groove-shaped bends 17 and 27 are formed to surround the neck or shoulder of the user, and the bends 17 and 27 are opposite to each other. Foldable functional pillow, characterized in that by allowing the user to selectively use as needed.
The method of claim 1,

To support the user's neck to any one selected from the cervical spine support (13, 23), so that the left and right support parts (14, 15, 24, 25) of the pillow is put on the shoulder of the user back Foldable functional pillow, characterized in that to help relax the muscles of the shoulders and neck.