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Pad for back or neck correction and method of using sameRelated Patent Categories: Beds, Support For User`s Body Or Part ThereofPad for back or neck correction and method of using same description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20050257322, Pad for back or neck correction and method of using same. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF INVENTION [0001] The present invention is directed to a pad used for back and neck correction or back and neck alignment. The pad may be a flexible strip and may be positioned so that the strip is beneath a person's head and one end of the strip is positioned from about the 8.sup.th to about the 10.sup.th thorax vertebrae. The strip may also be positioned such that a person is lying with his sacrum on the strip, with one end between the top of the sacrum and the lowest lumbar vertebra. While using the strip, a person may perform exercises to reduce the convexity of the upper thorax and the concavity of the neck or to alleviate problems in the lower spine. BACKGROUND OF INVENTION [0002] People commonly experience pain in the back, neck and shoulders, the cause of which is mainly due to poor posture, i.e. exaggerated inward curve of the neck and lower back and exaggerated outward curve of the upper back. A main cause of poor posture is a slouching position while seated, such as at school, during desk work, at home or in a car. This exaggerated curvature of the spine can ultimately lead to pathological conditions, such as herniated inter-vertebral disks and dislocated vertebrae. [0003] Herniated disks are often treated surgically, removing part of or the entire inter-vertebral disk so the nerves are not squeezed anymore. However, removal of the disk or part of it may result in permanent damage to the vertebrae and ultimately lead to the need to immobilize (fuse) the vertebrae with a steel pin or other device. Treatment of dislocated vertebrae is often performed by chiropractors, manipulating the vertebra into its natural position. A problem, however, is that with this type of treatment the action of the muscles is disregarded and in time the vertebra will be pulled back to its old position. [0004] Traditionally bad posture is treated with the use of a corset, back braces or harness, to force the spine into a more upright position. The adverse effect of using such contraptions is that the muscles of the back deteriorate. The corset takes over the supporting function of the muscles thereby resulting in weakening of the muscles. [0005] Bad posture can also be improved with practices such as the Alexander Technique, Physical Therapy, the Feldenkrais Method, Craneo Sacral Therapy, Yoga, Osteopathy and the like. These methods all result in long term treatments and improvement of posture depends greatly on the ability of the therapist and the input of the person under going these therapies. [0006] The present invention provides a device and method for self treatment and prevention of poor posture and back and neck pain caused thereby, by applying pressure for relatively short periods directly and only on the vertebrae. By applying pressure directly on the vertebrae they are mobilized and the curvature of the spine is influenced. By applying pressure only on the vertebrae the muscles on the side of the spine and the superficial muscles of the upper back are able to relax, allowing a better blood supply and activating them to support the new position of the spine. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0007] A pad in the form of a strip according to the present invention may be used for back and neck correction or back and neck alignment. The strip may also be used in the fields of yoga, physiotherapy, body exercising, relaxation, and body posture improvement to heal and prevent back or spinal problems. [0008] The pad may be a flexible strip made from natural materials or synthetic materials. During use, the strip may be positioned so that the strip is beneath a person's head and one end of the strip is positioned from about the 8.sup.th to the 10.sup.th thorax vertebrae. The strip may also be positioned such that a person is lying with his sacrum on the strip, with one end between the top of the sacrum and the lowest lumbar vertebra. While using the strip, a person may perform exercises. By using the strip, the convexity of the upper thorax and the concavity of the neck are reduced. The strip can also be used to alleviate problems in the lower spine and the sacroiliac joint. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0009] FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a strip according to an embodiment of the present invention. [0010] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the strip of FIG. 1. [0011] FIG. 3 is a view of a person lying on a strip according to an embodiment of the present invention. [0012] FIG. 4 shows the person of FIG. 3 performing an exercise according an embodiment of the present invention. [0013] FIG. 5 shows the person of FIG. 3 performing an exercise according an embodiment of the present invention. [0014] FIG. 6 shows the person of FIG. 3 performing an exercise according an embodiment of the present invention. [0015] FIG. 7 shows a person lying on a strip and performing an exercise according to another embodiment of the present invention. [0016] FIG. 8 is a view of a person lying on a strip according to another embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0017] Due to certain body postures, caused for example by desk work over long periods, the curve of the back of the thorax becomes too convex. Thus, the shoulders hang forward and the curve of the back of the neck becomes too concave, causing problems in the lower back, upper back, and neck area. [0018] According to the present invention, a pad in the form of a compressible strip is used for vertebral alignment, back and neck correction, or back and neck alignment. By using the strip, the convexity of the upper thorax and the concavity of the neck are reduced. The shoulders move backwards and the spine is able to return to its natural curvature. The strip can also be used to alleviate problems in the lower spine and the sacroiliac joint. [0019] I. Structure and Composition of the Pad Continue reading about Pad for back or neck correction and method of using same... Full patent description for Pad for back or neck correction and method of using same Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Pad for back or neck correction and method of using same patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. Each week you receive an email with patent applications related to your keywords. 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