Method and apparatus for relieving intraocular pressure
March 22, 2019. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 2891252 Safety spectacles Eye shield cap for infants Method and apparatus for immobilizing an eyelid Method and apparatus for immobilizing an eyelid Eye shield Eye shield Eyelid splint with replaceable pad Ocular pressure-reducing device Diffuse reflective laser barrier Patent #: 5309925 InventorApplicationNo. 273903 filed on 03/22/1999US Classes:128/846, BODY PROTECTING OR RESTRAINING DEVICES FOR PATIENTS OR INFANTS (E.G., SHIELDS, IMMOBILIZERS)128/858Eye or nose protectorsExaminersPrimary: Brown, Michael A.Attorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassA61F 013/00AbstractA method and apparatus for preventing elevation of intraocular pressure during rest or sleep is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an eye covering device that is adapted to be comfortably worn during rest or sleep. The eye covering device bridges over the eyes and contacts the wearer's head along a nose bridge and an outer frame surrounding the eye sockets. When the wearer rolls onto his or her face during rest or sleep, pressure from an external object such as a pillow is imparted to the eye protection device rather than to the eyes. Accordingly, pressure on the eye during sleep is relieved.Other References
Field of SearchBODY RESTS, SUPPORTS OR POSITIONERS FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSE (E.G., SEXUAL, POSTURAL, HEAD, ETC.)BODY PROTECTING OR RESTRAINING DEVICES FOR PATIENTS OR INFANTS (E.G., SHIELDS, IMMOBILIZERS) Head or face protector (e.g., lips, ears, etc.) Eye or nose protectors Eye shields (e.g., hoodwinks or blinds, etc.) By limited-view opening Having unitary frame By nose-rest Including temple element Foldable or collapsible | |
