A cushioning device includes a machine-washable polyurethan viscoelastic foam and a cavity for receiving a filler.

A cushioning device includes a machine-washable polyurethan viscoelastic foam and a cavity for receiving a filler.

A receptacle article comprises a first wall, a second wall, a connection between a peripheral edge of the first wall and the second wall, the connection defining a peripheral edge of the receptacle, a hollow interior between an inner surface of the first wall and an inner surface of the second wall, and an opening, the opening exposing the hollow interior to an external environment of the receptacle. The opening can be through a thickness of one of the first and second wall. The pocket can be filled with a filler or cushioning material so that the receptacle can function as a multi-purpose cushioning member or system. The filler material can be used plastic grocery bags.

A receptacle article comprises a first wall, a second wall, a connection between a peripheral edge of the first wall and the second wall, the connection defining a peripheral edge of the receptacle, a hollow interior between an inner surface of the first wall and an inner surface of the second wall, and an opening, the opening exposing the hollow interior to an external environment of the receptacle. The opening can be through a thickness of one of the first and second wall. The pocket can be filled with a filler or cushioning material so that the receptacle can function as a multi-purpose cushioning member or system. The filler material can be used plastic grocery bags.

A pillow is provided herein which includes a cover having opposing first and second panels. A gusset perimetrically bounds, and joins, the first and second panels. The gusset is formed of an open cell construction. Compliant fill material is disposed within the cover. Advantageously, with the subject invention, a pillow is provided allowing for lateral ventilation between opposing panels. This permits a cooling effect while a user is resting or sleeping.

A pillow is provided, including: an inner core; a cover, covering the inner core, including a base layer which is integrally formed of one piece by injection molding and an aroma unit which is distributed within the base layer. Another pillow is provided, including: an inner core; a cover, covering the inner core, including a base layer which is integrally formed of one piece by injection molding and an aromatic layer covering the base layer.

A travel pillow for supporting the head of a person when seated comprises a generally U-shaped frame having two side members and a rear member, and a padded generally U-shaped cushion fixed with the frame. In one embodiment, the pillow includes a plurality of cushions each fixed along the frame. The frame and cushion may include a plurality of mutually-aligned ventilation apertures therethrough to cool the person's neck and head. The frame may include a plurality of connectable, size-adjustable, or hinged segments for allowing the pillow to be collapsed for storage or transport. In one embodiment, the frame is replaced by a plurality of rigid grommets fixed about each ventilation aperture, or a pair of lateral frames at side sections of the pillow. A travel pillow includes a resilient inner frame having a rear portion and two side portions, and U-shaped outer cushion fixed about the inner frame and including a rear portion and two side portions. Each side portion, and optionally the rear portions, includes at least one transverse air apertures therethrough. Each side portion of the inner frame further includes a forward end. The side portions may each include a drawstring aperture at the forward end for receiving a drawstring having two halves, each of which being fixed at a proximal end thereof at the drawstring apertures and being mutually and selectively fixable at distal ends thereof at one part of a two-part mechanical fastener. A flexible cover that has an opening therethrough into which the inner frame and the outer cushion are inserted may be included that has at least one ventilation area through which air may travel.

A gurney cover that can be quickly deployed from an integrated pocket to protect a mattress or patient area of a gurney with the undployed gurney cover contained within the integral pocket.

A pillow is provided herein which includes a cover having opposing first and second panels. A gusset perimetrically bounds, and joins, the first and second panels. The gusset is formed of an open cell construction. Compliant fill material is disposed within the cover. Advantageously, with the subject invention, a pillow is provided allowing for lateral ventilation between opposing panels. This permits a cooling effect while a user is resting or sleeping.

In one or more embodiments, the present invention provide a versatile travel pillow that provides support to the user's head, neck, and shoulders, prevents the user from sliding sideways with respect to the seat, can be quickly and easily secured to the headrest or armrest of a seat or chair, and can be quickly and easily moved from one vehicle seat to another.