Palm Protector Allowing Top Portions of The Hand to Remain Uncovered

Abstract

A palm protector and a method for protecting the palm of the hand while allowing top portions of the hand to remain uncovered for comfort is disclosed. The palm protector is comprised of a flexible material having a grip relief and is removably-secured to the hand by means of an adhesive substrate. An object of the palm protector is to minimize injury to the palm and fingers during work or sporting activities while at the same time allowing the top of the hand to remain uncovered for proper perspiration and comfort.

Claims

1. A palm protector for protecting a palm of a hand, the palm protector comprising: a planar sheet having a palm portion, the palm portion extends to a plurality of digits; the planar sheet has a first side with a first surface exposed towards the palm of the hand and a second side with a second surface adopted to grip a tool surface; wherein the first surface has a layer of securing material to removably-affixed to the palm of the hand; wherein each of the plurality of digits of the palm portion has terminal ends that curl upwards that engages with each of the fingertips of the hand and allows the palm protector to anchor and stabilize itself to the ends of the fingers .

2. The palm protector as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second surface comprising a plurality of grip relief patterns depending upon the grip required.

3. The palm protector as claimed in claim 2, wherein the grip relief patterns include ridge patterns, raised dot patterns, wave patterns.

4. The palm protector as claimed in claim 1, wherein the palm protector is made of slightly sticky or an elastic material selected from rubber, latex and silicone.

5. The palm protector as claimed in claim 1, wherein the securing material is an adhesive material selected from double coated tape, medical grade foam, specialty stick films, hydrocolloids, hydrogels, silicone tapes, and optically-clear tapes.

6. The palm protector as claimed in claim 1, wherein the palm protector is worn to cover the palm only and the top surface of the hand is exposed to ambient air that allows the hand to perspire properly.

7. The palm protector as claimed in claim 1, wherein the palm protector is reusable or disposable.

8. A method for protecting palms of the hands, the method comprising: positioning a first surface of a palm protector towards a palm of a hand; pulling terminal ends of the plurality of digits over the finger tips; wherein the first surface is removably-affixed to the palm of the hand by means of a layer of adhesive material; and each of the curl end of the plurality of digits of the palm protector engages with each of the fingertips of the hand and allows the palm protector to anchor and stabilize itself to the ends of the fingers.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] The above and still further features and advantages of embodiments of the present invention will become apparent upon consideration of the following detailed description of embodiments thereof, especially when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, and wherein:

[0015] FIG. 1A illustrates prospective view of the palm protector in accordance with the embodiments of the present invention disclosed herein;

[0016] FIG. 1B illustrates back view of the hand to show terminal ends of the palm protector in accordance with the embodiments of the present invention disclosed herein;

[0017] FIG. 1C illustrates a schematic representation of palm protector with folded hands in accordance with the embodiments of the present invention disclosed herein;

[0018] Other aspects of the present invention shall be more readily understood when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, and the following detailed description, neither of which should be considered limiting.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF INVENTION

[0019] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one of the embodiments of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments, but the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0020] In reference to FIG. 1A and FIG. 1B, a palm protector 100 is disclosed to show various views of the preferred embodiment of the palm protector that is shaped like a human hand. The palm protector is comprised of a planar sheet of elastic-type material including but not limited to rubber, latex and silicone etc. The planar sheet having a palm portion 102 which extends to a plurality of digits 102a. The planar sheet has a first side with a first surface (not shown) exposed towards the palm of the hand and a second side with a second surface 104 adopted to grip a tool surface wherein the first surface has a layer of securing material to removably-affixed to the palm of the hand and wherein each of the plurality of digits of the palm portion has terminal ends 106 that curl upwards that engages with each of the fingertips of the hand and allows the palm protector to anchor and stabilize itself to the ends of the fingers.

[0021] In the embodiment, the first surface of the palm protector has a layer of adhesive material such as but not limited to double coated tape, medical grade foam, specialty stick films, hydrocolloids, hydrogels, silicone tapes, and optically clear tapes and the like. In the embodiment, the securing material is an adhesive material.

[0022] In reference to FIG. 1C, the embodiment of the present invention discloses that the second surface of the palm protector has a plurality of grip relief patterns 108 depending upon the grip required. The grip relief patterns may include ridge patterns, raised dot patterns, wave patterns and the like. The embodiments of the invention can be reusable or disposable.

[0023] The invention also provides a method for wearing the palm protector for protecting palms of the hands, the method comprising, positioning a first surface of a palm protector towards a palm of a hand; pulling terminal ends of the plurality of digits over the finger tips; wherein the first surface is removably-affixed to the palm of the hand by means of a layer of adhesive material; and each of the curl end of the plurality of digits of the palm protector engages with each of the fingertips of the hand and allows the palm protector to anchor and stabilize itself to the ends of the fingers. In the embodiments, the user may adjust the terminal ends of the palm protector at the fingertips.

[0024] It is additionally noted and anticipated that although the device is shown in its most simple form, various components and aspects of the device may be differently shaped or slightly modified when forming the invention herein. As such those skilled in the art will appreciate the descriptions and depictions set forth in this disclosure or merely meant to portray examples of preferred modes within the overall scope and intent of the invention, and are not to be considered limiting in any manner. While all of the fundamental characteristics and features of the invention have been shown and described herein, with reference to particular embodiments thereof, a latitude of modification, various changes and substitutions are intended in the foregoing disclosure and it will be apparent that in some instances, some features of the invention may be employed without a corresponding use of other features without departing from the scope of the invention as set forth. It should also be understood that various substitutions, modifications, and variations may be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the invention.