Zenith Adjustable-Height Cervical Orthotic

Abstract

The present invention discloses an enhanced design of the orthotic device with symmetrical estimations in stature and side width to provide enhanced stability. The assembly has three separate connectable levels which fit as blocks and enable the user to adjust each level as per individual requirements.

Claims

I: An adjustable cervical orthotic apparatus comprising: a) a body having symmetrical design from width and length, inferior and superior view; b) planar surface measuring same from midline; c) two superior planar surfaces stemming downwardly from the arcuate midline portion to both, longitudinally located, opposing sides; d) three completely detachable and attachable levels of care that do not require cutting through these. Each following the same curvilinear surface shape; e) equal side width (depth) and height for enhanced stability; f) base with a planar surface; g) all three levels of support made of high-density EVA foam; h) symmetrical curved dent in the front and back of the block to comfortably place the shoulders and rest the base of the head.

II: An orthotic device having three completely separate levels of care allowing the user to just remove the upper levels as needed to use the levels underneath, Each level follows the same curvilinear shape superiorly.

III: An orthotic block of claim 1, wherein the surface area of the first support surface comes in contact with the patient's neck and the base area is in contact with the substrate surface, the block has three completely separate levels of care that do not require cutting through each level to use it the user just removes the upper levels as needed to use the levels underneath.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] The accompanying figures, where like reference numerals refer to identical or functionally similar elements throughout the separate views, together with the detailed description below, are incorporated in and form part of the specification, and serve to further illustrate embodiments of concepts that include the claimed invention, and explain various principles and advantages of those embodiments.

[0032] FIG. 100 is a top view thereof of the Cervical Orthotic Device;

[0033] FIG. 200 shows three completely separate but attachable levels in curvilinear shape.

[0034] FIG. 300 is a close side view of the Cervical Orthotic Device.

[0035] Skilled artisans will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and have not necessarily been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to other elements to help to improve understanding of embodiments of the present invention.

[0036] The apparatus and method components have been represented where appropriate by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present invention so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] Detailed descriptions of the preferred embodiment are provided herein. It is to be understood, however, that the present invention may be embodied in various forms. Therefore, specific details disclosed herein are not to be interpreted as limiting, but rather as a basis for the claims and as a representative basis for teaching one skilled in the art to employ the present invention in virtually any appropriately detailed system, structure or manner.

[0038] The terminology used herein is to describe particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. As used herein, the term and/or includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items. As used herein, the singular forms a, an, and the are intended to include the plural forms as well as the singular forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms comprises and/or comprising, when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof.

[0039] The present invention is directed to a cervical orthotic used to elicit changes in soft and hard tissues over time.

[0040] Whether the pain is caused by a car accident, a fall, or simply poor posture, abnormal cervical lordosis can adversely affect the nerve, ligament, and muscle function. As shown in numerous research studies, those adverse effects can be reversed by correcting cervical lordosis, relieving pain and improving overall health.

[0041] A simple orthotic device is engineered with curves, angles and ridges which is symmetrical in measurement. The symmetrical sides both horizontally and vertically allow a stable assembly.

[0042] The device, as per its further embodiments, allows three completely separate but attachable levels in curvilinear shape. These levels allow the user to adapt the block to their specific need without having to use different sized blocks or cut through the levels.

[0043] The assembly, as per its further embodiments, has an identical dent/cut in the front and back to place the shoulders and base of the head on each of these. This is done to increase the ergonomics of use and to be able to rest the base of the head further down and behind on the block, placing more stretch on the cervical anatomical elements.

[0044] After receiving simple training and education, the patient will be able to properly position the device for appropriate use, and consistent use at home.

[0045] To explain this further a reference with drawings is attached. FIGS. 100 to 300 show an example of an orthotic device according to a first preferred embodiment of the present invention. The orthotic device has three completely independent levels of care that do not require cutting through each level to use it. The user just removes the upper levels as needed to use the levels underneath. It is possible to move up and down from or to each level at any time.

[0046] The device is designed symmetrically to be used reversibly at the from or back end of the longitudinal side. For smaller patients or less aggressive treatment, the user carefully removes sections by simply lifting the upper level of high-density EVA foam.

[0047] While a specific embodiment has been shown and described, many variations are possible. With time, additional features may be employed. The particular shape or configuration of the platform or the interior configuration may be changed to suit the system or equipment with which it is used.

[0048] Having described the invention in detail, those skilled in the art will appreciate that modifications may be made to the invention without departing from its spirit. Therefore, it is not intended that the scope of the invention be limited to the specific embodiment illustrated and described. Rather, it is intended that the scope of this invention be determined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0049] The Abstract of the Disclosure is provided to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the foregoing Detailed Description, it can be seen that various features are grouped together in various embodiments for the purpose of streamlining the disclosure. This method of disclosure is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed embodiments require more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matter lies in less than all features of a single disclosed embodiment. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description, with each claim standing on its own as a separately claimed subject matter.