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Method, system, and apparatus for facilitating positioning a person in supine sniff position

US10888183B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 20, 2019
Grant dateJan 12, 2021
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Expiry dateNov 20, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61G2200/327
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Embodiments of an apparatus for supporting the neck and head of a user for airway management are described. The apparatus can include a base support section, which can rest on a supporting surface, a front side, two opposing sides and a back side with the base support section being dimensioned between about 25-26 inches in width, between about 16-17 inches in depth and about 6 inches in height with a separate and removable and replaceable head/neck support section.

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