Anti-SIDS pediatric headrest
US6460207B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 13, 1999 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 13, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61G2200/14
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides a headrest assembly for supporting the head of a child comprising a cradle mounted in a support base. The cradle may be pivotally mounted within the support base with spring loaded joints. The cradle has a first contoured section for receiving the neck of the child, and a second curved section with curved sidewalls extending therefrom and for receiving the head of the child. The assembly may also comprise a shoulder and upper back support assembly which is comprised of a soft compressible material which is contoured and shaped to provide comfort and upper back support to a child.
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