PORTABLE SUPPORT INCLUDING A PILLOW

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

Described herein are systems and apparatuses for providing support for the head, neck, and/or the upper spine, and more specifically to a securing and stabilizing portable support.

BACKGROUND

Many modes of transportation (e.g., airplanes, cars, buses, trains, boats) often require travelers to sit upright in a confined space over an extended period of time. In particular, travelers may be forced to sustain this upright posture with minimal support for the head, neck, and/or upper spine. Conventional travel pillows are typically portable versions of bed pillows better suited for a supine position. As such, conventional travel pillows do not provide adequate support for the head, neck, and/or upper spine of a traveler sitting in an upright position. This lack of head, neck, and upper spine support may compromise the traveler's comfort, health, and safety.

SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE

It is understood that each independent aspect recited herein may include any of the features, options, and possibilities recited in association with the other independent aspects set forth above or as recited elsewhere within this document.

Articles of manufacture, including apparatuses, and methods for using the articles of manufacture are provided. In some example embodiments, there is provided a portable support system that includes an elongated body having an upper end and a lower end. The upper end has a lateral projection extending in a direction away from the elongated body to form a shoulder engagement lobe that is configured to receive a human shoulder. The upper end is wider and thicker than the lower end, and the lower end is narrower and thinner than the upper end. The portable support system includes a grommet tab portion configured to attach to the elongated body. The grommet tab portion is configured to extend laterally from the upper end of the elongated body. The grommet tab portion has an elongated grommet with an elongated grommet opening. The portable support system includes a strap configured to pass through the elongated grommet opening. The strap is configured to form a first loop on a first side of the elongated grommet opening. The strap is configured to form a second loop on a second side of the elongated grommet opening. The first loop and the second loop are configured to be secured to a first headrest end and a second headrest end of a headrest of a seat.

In some variations, the lateral projection between the grommet tab portion and the upper end forms the shoulder engagement lobe at the upper end of the elongated body. Additionally, the upper end may taper in width and thickness towards the grommet tab portion. Further, the grommet tab portion has a first grommet tab side and a second grommet tab side, the second grommet tab side being coupled to the upper end of the elongated body, and the first side having a curve configured to follow a contour of a side of the upper end of the elongated body.

In some variations, the elongated body is a casing configured to house at least one of an insertable inflatable pillow or an insertable cushioning configured to be inserted into the elongated body, wherein the insertable inflatable pillow is configured to transition from a deflated state to an inflated state. Further, the elongated body may be configured to compress in response to applying pressure to the elongated body, and wherein the elongated body is configured to decompress in response to a release of applied pressure to the elongated body. Additionally, the strap doubles over to form a loop on either side of the elongated grommet opening and passes through the elongated grommet opening to an opposing side of the elongated grommet opening.

In some variations, the elongated body extends in a first direction, and the elongated grommet extends in a direction approximately parallel to the first direction, and the strap extends in a second direction approximately perpendicular to the first direction. Additionally, the strap may pass from the second side of the elongated grommet opening to the first side of the elongated grommet opening to form the first loop on the first side of the elongated grommet opening, and wherein the strap forming the second loop on the second side of the elongated grommet opening may pass through the first side of the elongated grommet opening to the second side of the elongated grommet opening to form the second loop on the second side of the elongated grommet opening. Further, the first headrest end and the second headrest end are configured to be angled away from a back portion of the headrest of the seat.

Another example embodiment is a portable support device that includes an elongated body having an upper end and a lower end. The upper end has a lateral projection extending in a direction away from the elongated body to form a shoulder engagement lobe that is configured to receive a human shoulder. The upper end is wider and thicker than the lower end, and the lower end is narrower and thinner than the upper end. The portable support device includes a grommet tab portion configured to attach to the elongated body. The grommet tab portion is configured to extend laterally from the upper end of the elongated body. The grommet tab portion has an elongated grommet with an elongated grommet opening. A strap is configured to pass through the elongated grommet opening. The strap is configured to form a first loop on a first side of the elongated grommet opening. The strap is configured to form a second loop on a second side of the elongated grommet opening. The first loop and the second loop are configured to be secured to a first headrest end and a second headrest end of a headrest of a seat.

In some variations, the lateral projection between the grommet tab portion and the upper end forms the shoulder engagement lobe at the upper end of the elongated body. Additionally, the upper end may taper in width and thickness towards the grommet tab portion. Further, the grommet tab portion has a first grommet tab side and a second grommet tab side, the second grommet tab side being coupled to the upper end of the elongated body, and the first side having a curve configured to follow a contour of a side of the upper end of the elongated body.

In some variations, the elongated body is a casing configured to house at least one of an insertable inflatable pillow or an insertable cushioning configured to be inserted into the elongated body, wherein the insertable inflatable pillow is configured to transition from a deflated state to an inflated state. Further, the elongated body may be configured to compress in response to applying pressure to the elongated body, and wherein the elongated body is configured to decompress in response to a release of applied pressure to the elongated body. Additionally, the strap doubles over to form a loop on either side of the elongated grommet opening and passes through the elongated grommet opening to an opposing side of the elongated grommet opening.

In some variations, the elongated body extends in a first direction and the elongated grommet extends in a direction approximately parallel to the first direction, and the strap extends in second direction approximately perpendicular to the first direction. Additionally, the strap may pass from the second side of the elongated grommet opening to the first side of the elongated grommet opening to form the first loop on the first side of the elongated grommet opening, and wherein the strap forming the second loop on the second side of the elongated grommet opening may pass through the first side of the elongated grommet opening to the second side of the elongated grommet opening to form the second loop on the second side of the elongated grommet opening. Further, the first headrest end and the second headrest end are configured to be angled away from a back portion of the headrest of the seat.

Implementations of the current subject matter can include, but are not limited to, apparatuses consistent with the descriptions provided herein. The details of one or more variations of the subject matter described herein are set forth in the accompanying drawings and the description below. Other features and advantages of the subject matter described herein will be apparent from the description and drawings, and from the claims. While certain features of the currently disclosed subject matter are described for illustrative purposes, it should be readily understood that such features are not intended to be limiting. The claims that follow this disclosure are intended to define the scope of the protected subject matter.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

To further clarify the above and other advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof which are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only illustrated embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail through the use of the accompanying drawings in which:

FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective, elevational view of a portable support having an elongated grommet;

FIG. 2 illustrates a front, elevational view of the portable support;

FIG. 3 illustrates a side, elevational view of the portable support having an air inlet/outlet;

FIG. 4 illustrates a rear, elevational view of the portable support having an air inlet/outlet;

FIG. 5 illustrates a side, elevational view of the portable support;

FIG. 6 illustrates a top, elevational view of the portable support having a strap forming two loops;

FIG. 7 illustrates a bottom, elevational view of the portable support having a strap forming two loops;

FIG. 8 illustrates a perspective, elevational view of a portable support having a single loop;

FIG. 9 illustrates a perspective, elevational view of a portable support having a single loop folded over the side of the grommet tab portion; and

FIG. 10 illustrates the portable support secured to a head restraint with the double loop strap.

The figures may not be to scale in absolute or comparative terms and are intended to be exemplary. The relative placement of features and elements may have been modified for the purpose of illustrative clarity. Where practical, the same or similar reference numbers denote the same or similar or equivalent structures, features, aspects, or elements, in accordance with one or more embodiments.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

While a user is sitting in an upright position, it may be especially difficult to maintain a headrest pillow in a position where the headrest pillow is able to provide adequate head, neck, cervical, and upper spine support. In particular, a conventional headrest pillow may be unable to prevent the user's head from hanging and/or tilting excessively (e.g., during sleep). The weight of the user's head may thus cause the user's neck to overextend while placing acute stress on the user's neck muscles and spine. Thus, in some example embodiments, a portable support may include an elongated body that is coupled with a securing element (e.g., a strap). The securing element may be configured to secure and/or stabilize the support element in one or more positions that enable the support element to provide adequate support for a user's head, neck, and/or upper spine. For instance, the securing element may be anchored to the user (e.g., the user's hand and/or arm) and/or a seat (e.g., headrest, armrest), thereby providing a counterbalance to the weight of the user's head, neck, and/or upper spine against the support element. A portable support may mitigate the aforementioned discomfort associated with sitting upright for an extended period of time.

Some travel pillows may require the user to select a direction in which the user would like to rest or lean. Some travel pillows require cords whose lengths need to be adjusted to secure the travel pillow to the user torso. Some travel pillows require adjusting the length of a strap by adjusting hooks or pulling or releasing the strap through an adjustable hook element. Some travel pillows require making final adjustments to the cords or straps so that the user is supported in approximately the center portion of the seat. These steps need to be repeated if the user decides to rest their head in the opposite direction.

The portable support described herein eliminates the problems of adjusting cords or strap lengths to secure the travel pillows against the user. The portable support also eliminates the need to hook straps into either the head of the travel pillow or the tail of the travel pillow to establish support. The portable support utilizes an elongated grommet integrated into an upper end of the portable support that is configured to receive a strap that is configured to form two loops to selectively attach to seats having winged headrests or headrests that have two portions that extend away from a center portion of the headrest.

FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective, elevational view of a portable support 110 having an elongated grommet 135.

FIG. 2 illustrates a front, elevational view of the portable support 110.

Referring to FIGS. 1-2, the portable support 110 may include an upper end and a lower end, with the upper end having the elongated grommet 135. The portable support 110 may extend between the upper end and the lower end to form an elongated body 120. The elongated body 120 may be wider and thicker at the upper end than at the lower end. The elongated body 120 may taper towards the lower end in comparison to the upper end. The elongated body 120 may become progressively wider and thicker towards the upper end, and the elongated body 120 may become progressively narrower and thinner toward the lower end. In some embodiments, the elongated body 120 may have a bowed shape, a cylindrical shape, a tubular shape, or an arched shape. The elongated body 120 may extend in a first direction and the elongated grommet 135 may extend in a direction approximately parallel to the first direction.

In some embodiments, the elongated body 120 may curve inwardly between the upper end and the lower end. The elongated body 120 may form a shoulder engagement lobe 125 having a concave shape between the lower end and the upper end. The concave shape of the shoulder engagement lobe 125 may be configured to follow the contour of a human shoulder or a human neck. In some embodiments, the concave shape may be formed on the same side of the upper end of the elongated body 120 as the grommet tab portion 130 having the elongated grommet 135. In some embodiments, the curve of the elongated body 120 may progressively become more sloped at the upper end than at the lower end. The upper end may be larger than the lower end. The elongated body 120 may taper inwardly in the direction of the lower end. The upper end may have a more rounded or spherical shape to support a human head or neck. The upper end may project laterally relative to the elongated body 120 to provide additional cushioning for a human head. The lateral projection of the upper end may create a negative space below the shoulder engagement lobe 125 that is configured to receive a human shoulder.

The portable support 110 may include a grommet tab portion 130 having a fabric or a material configured to suspend the elongated grommet 135. The upper end may include or be attached to a grommet tab portion 130. In some embodiments, the grommet tab portion 130 may extend laterally from the upper end of the elongated body 120. In some embodiments, the elongated body 120 may extend laterally to attach to the grommet tab portion 130. In some embodiments, the elongated body 120 may extend laterally between the grommet tab portion 130 and the upper end. The lateral projection between the grommet tab portion 130 and the upper end may form a shoulder engagement lobe 125 of the upper end of the elongated body 120. The upper end may define or form an inwardly projecting recess at the outer periphery of the elongated body 120. The grommet tab portion 130 may be fixed in place at the upper end of the elongated body 120.

The elongated body 120 may be taper in width and thickness towards the grommet tab portion 130. The upper end may taper in width and thickness towards the grommet tab portion 130. The elongated body 120 may curve inwardly at the side of the upper end in which the upper end couples with the grommet tab portion 130. The elongated body 120 may form a concave shape at the side of the upper end that couples with the grommet tab portion 130. The grommet tab portion 130 may have a first side and a second side. The second side may couple to the upper end of the elongated body 120, and the first side may have a first curve configured to follow the contour of the side of the upper end of the elongated body 120.

The elongated body 120 may be constructed of any flexible material. The elongated body 120 may be an inflatable pillow configured to inflate from a collapsed state to an inflated state. The elongated body 120 may be a pillow made of PVC material or other cushioning material. The elongated body 120 may be formed from a foam, a stuffing, an open cell foam, a memory foam, microbeads, feathers, shell husks, recycled cotton, recycled polyester, recycled shredded denim, and/or the like. In some embodiments, the elongated body 120 may be a casing configured to house an insertable inflatable pillow configured to be inserted into the elongated body 120. The casing may be form-fitting to the insertable inflatable pillow and the casing may include memory foam pads or discs for additional comfort. The casing may be made of fabric and may be configured to secure the insertable inflatable pillow using a zipper or other fastener configured to selectively open and close. The zipper or other fastener may be used to selectively insert and remove the insertable inflatable pillow. In some embodiments, an insertable cushioning may be used instead of an insertable inflatable pillow. The insertable cushioning may be a variety of soft, supportive foams, synthetic stuffing, natural fiber stuffing, an open cell foam, memory foam, microbeads, feathers, shell husks, recycled cotton, recycled polyester, recycled shredded denim and/or the like. The elongated body 120 may be configured to be compressed in response to pressure being applied to the elongated body 120. The elongated body 120 may be configured to decompress to form its original shape in response to a release of applied pressure to the elongated body 120.

The portable support and other components of the portable support 110, such as the connector tab or tabs and the strap 140, may be formed by heat bonding or ultrasonic bonding. Flocked polyvinyl chloride may be one suitable material. The portable support may be formed of a laminated fabric or material. Also, the portable support may be filled with cushioning material of any suitable type.

In some embodiments, the overall height (length) of the pillow may be 18″, 19″, 20″, 21″, 22″, 23″, 24″, 25″, 26″, 27″, 28″, 29″, 30″, 31″, 32″, 33″, 34″, 35″, or 36″. In some embodiments, the elongated body 120 may include pockets for small items, such as a phone and/or headphones. For example, the outside portion of the inflatable pillow may include a pocket. In another example, the casing may include a pocket. The elongated body 120 may include a small interior pocket to house a GPS locator. For example, the inflatable pillow may include a sewn-in pocket for storing a GPS locator. In another example, the casing may include a sewn-in pocket or an inner pocket for storing a GPS locator.

The elongated grommet 135 may be situated between the first side and the second side of the grommet tab portion 130. The elongated grommet 135 may define an elongated grommet 135 opening. The elongated grommet opening may be configured to receive a strap 140 or an elastic. The elongated body 120 may extend in a first direction, and the elongated grommet 135 may extend in a direction approximately parallel to the first direction. The strap 140 may be configured to extend in a second direction approximately perpendicular to the first direction. The strap 140 may extend in a second direction approximately perpendicular to the direction in which the elongated grommet 135 extends. The strap 140 may extend in a second direction approximately perpendicular to the direction in which the elongated body 120 extends. The elongated grommet 135 may be fixed in place at the upper end of the elongated body 120. The positioning of grommet tab portion 130 at the lateral projection of the upper end of the elongated body 120 prevents the elongated grommet 135, the strap 140, and/or a cord lock from contacting the head and neck of the user.

FIG. 3 illustrates a side, elevational view of the portable support 110 having an air inlet/outlet 310.

FIG. 4 illustrates a rear, elevational view of the portable support 110 having an air inlet/outlet 310.

FIG. 5 illustrates a side, elevational view of the portable support 110.

Referring to FIGS. 3-5, the upper end of the elongated body 120 may be curved at a top portion. The upper end of the elongated body 120 may curve downwards as the upper end of the elongated body 120 transitions to the lower end of the elongated body 120. Any suitable conventional means may be utilized to introduce air into the pillow or alternatively allow air to exit the pillow at the air inlet/outlet 310. The air inlet/outlet 310 may include a closure plug to retain the air in the elongated body 120.

The portable support 110 may include a tail portion 150 situated at the lower end of the elongated body 120. The tail portion 150 may be a band configured to be wrapped around the leg of a user to secure the portable support 110. In some embodiments, the tail portion 150 may connect to the seat belt for coupling the elongated body 120 to the seat 1015. The tail portion 150 may be a flexible band that is wrapped around the user's leg to connect the lower end of the elongated body 120 to the seat 1015 to secure the portable support 110 against the user's body. The band may be adjusted to wrap around different portions of the user's leg to adjust the positioning of the lower end. In some embodiments, the flexible band may have a minimum length of 10 inches. Snap fastener 320 components 48 may be utilized to secure the flexible band in place about the seat belt and provide additional support. In addition, the snap fastener 320 components 48 may provide a means for securing and stowing the portable support 110 when in a deflated state. In the deflated state, the portable support 110 may be rolled up and bundled together using the snap fastener 320 components. In some embodiments, the tail portion 150 may include a QR code. The QR code may direct a user device to instructions for using the portable support 110. Additionally, the QR code may direct a user device to a website identifying the owner of the portable support 110 or information for returning the portable support 110 to its owner.

In some embodiments, the tail portion 150 may include a connector tab extending from the lower end of the elongated body 120. The connector tab may include a second strap that is configured to connect to the strap 140 extending from the elongated grommet 135. The second strap may be adjustable in length to allow a user to secure the portable pillow to their upper torso. A snap fastener 320 may be included on the second strap and adjustably mountable to secure the strap 140 portions together. This particular embodiment may be worn by an individual and draped from an individual's shoulder to place the portable support 110 in position to provide a headrest and/or body support.

FIG. 6 illustrates a top, elevational view of the portable support 110 having a double loop strap.

FIG. 7 illustrates a bottom, elevational view of the portable support 110 having a double loop strap.

FIG. 8 illustrates a perspective, elevational view of a portable support 110 having a single loop.

FIG. 9 illustrates a perspective, elevational view of a portable support 110 having a single loop folded over the side of the grommet tab portion 130.

FIG. 10 illustrates the portable support 110 secured to a head restraint with the double loop strap.

Referring to FIGS. 6-10, The elongated grommet opening may be configured to receive a strap 140 or an elastic. The elongated body 120 may extend in the first direction, and the elongated grommet 135 may extend in a direction approximately parallel to the first direction. The strap 140 may be configured to extend in a second direction approximately perpendicular to the first direction. The strap 140 may extend in a second direction approximately perpendicular to the direction in which the elongated grommet 135 extends. The strap 140 may extend in a second direction approximately perpendicular to the direction in which the elongated body 120 extends. In some embodiments, the strap 140 may be a webbing, belting, or nylon cord.

The elongated grommet opening may have a width of at least twice the thickness of the strap 140. The width of the elongated grommet 135 may allow the strap 140 to form a loop on one end and pass back through the elongated grommet opening at the same point. The elongated grommet opening may have a first side and a second side. The strap 140 may pass from the second side of the elongated grommet opening to the first side of the elongated grommet opening to form a first loop on the first side of the elongated grommet 135 opening. The strap 140 forming the second loop on the second side of the elongated grommet opening may pass through the first side of the elongated grommet opening to the second side of the elongated grommet opening to form the second loop on the second side of the elongated grommet 135 opening.

In some embodiments, the strap 140 may form a loop and then attach to the portion of the strap 140 that passes through the second side of the elongated grommet 135 opening. For example, the strap 140 may pass through the elongated grommet 135 opening, form a first loop, and then be sewn back onto itself to secure the first loop. The remaining length of the strap 140 may pass through the elongated grommet opening and to form a second loop that is then sewn back onto itself for locking the second loop. In some embodiments, the loops may be sustained using a locking mechanism, a second grommet, or a friction mechanism. For example, the strap 140 may form a loop and then attach to a second elongated grommet at the grommet tab portion 130 to lock the strap 140 in place. In some embodiments, the strap 140 may form a loop and then attach to a locking portion situated at the portion of the strap 140 passing through the second side of the elongated grommet opening to fix the strap 140 into position.

In some embodiments, the strap 140 may form two loops on either side of the elongated grommet 135 opening. The strap 140 may form a first loop on the first side of the elongated grommet 135 opening, and the strap 140 may form a second loop on the second side of the elongated grommet 135 opening. The strap 140 may be doubled over to form a loop on either side and pass through the elongated grommet opening to the other side of the elongated grommet 135 opening. For example, the strap 140 may form a first loop at the first side of the elongated grommet opening by passing through the second side of the grommet opening to the first side of the elongated grommet opening and then doubling back over the strap 140 at the first side and having the strap 140 pass through the first side of the elongated grommet opening to the second side of the elongated grommet 135 opening. In another example, the strap 140 may form a second loop at the second side of the elongated grommet opening by passing through the first side of the grommet opening to the second side of the elongated grommet opening and then doubling back over the strap 140 at the second side and having the strap 140 pass through the second side of the elongated grommet opening to the first side of the elongated grommet 135 opening. In some embodiments, the strap 140 may pass through the elongated grommet opening twice to form a “figure 8” shape, in which the elongated grommet opening forms the overlapping point of the “figure 8” shape. The strap 140 may be a single continuous loop configured to form the figure “8”shape.

The two loops formed by the strap 140 passing through the elongated grommet opening may be wrapped around each of the two sides of a headrest 1010. The strap 140 may be attached to any type of seat back headrest, arm rest or protruding element that can sustain the pillow for supporting the user's head and torso. In another embodiment, the strap 140 may be pulled to one side of the elongated grommet 135 to form a single loop that can be slung over one arm and behind the head to allow a user to use the portable support 110 independent of a headrest 1010. Using the portable support 110 independent of a headrest 1010 may be referred to as a “freestyle” option. For example, the strap 140 may also be hand-held or looped around a user's arm, hand, wrist or thigh to create support. In some embodiments, the strap 140 may be 0.5″, 0.75″, 1″, 1.25″, 1.5″, 1.75″, or 2″ wide. In some embodiments, the strap 140 may be 18″, 20″, 22″, 24″, 26″, 28″, 30″ or 32″ long.

In some embodiments, the strap 140 may be fixed to the elongated grommet 135. The strap 140 may be a single continuous strap 140 that is connected to itself. The strap 140 may be looped through a cord lock or similar locking mechanism to create two equal-length loops relative to the elongated grommet 135. The two equal-length loops may be secured around each of the headrest wings. In some embodiments, the strap 140 may be wrapped around the user as a freestyle option that is independent of a headrest 1010. For the freestyle option, the user may pull on one of the loops formed by the strap 140 back through the cord lock, creating one long loop to sling over the user's arm and behind the user's neck. The cord lock has the additional advantage of allowing the cord length to be adjusted to a user's shoulder width for optimal support. This method could also be achieved with a rigid cord in place of an elastic cord. The cord lock may be a buckle or other applicable fastener for adjusting the strap 140 to a fixed length relative to the elongated grommet.

The strap 140 may slide in and be removed from the elongated grommet 135 opening. In some embodiments, a lock in the form of a pronged lock member may be utilized to selectively engage the strap 140 and prevent movement of the strap 140 in response to the pronged lock member engaging the strap 140.

Referring to FIG. 10, the strap 140 may be wrapped around the seat back of a seat 1015, such as an airplane passenger seat 1015, to retain the upper end of the elongated body 120 in position relative to the seat 1015. In particular, the two loops formed by the strap 140 may be configured to wrap around two sides or wings of the headrest 1010. FIG. 10 illustrates with dash lines the headrest 1010 having two ends or wings to which the strap 140s may be looped around and secured. The overall height of the portable support 110 may extend down the front of the user's body. In some embodiments, the overall height of the portable support 110 may match the overall height of an airline seat 1015. In some embodiments, the overall height of the portable support 110 may match the approximate height of the average-sized person's torso while in a seated position.

The portable support 110 may be slid along the strap 140 so that the shoulder engagement lobe 125 may be moved sideways to any desired position on the seat back. In some embodiments, the shoulder engagement lobe 125 of the upper end of the elongated body 120 may be disposed over and engage a user's shoulder. The portable support 110 may extend straight down so that the tail portion 150 may be along the side of user's torso and thigh. In some embodiments, the portable support 110 may cross the user's body so that the tail portion 150 may tether to an armrest. In some embodiments, the elongated grommet 135 at the upper end may be slid along the strap 140 relative to the seat 1015 and positioned over the passenger's shoulder if the user wishes to rest their head in a tilted position. The ergonomic shape of the portable support 110 may allow secure tethering of the upper end of the portable support 110 to the seat back while providing a shaped cutaway for a person's shoulder so that the portable support 110 may be positioned along a person's side or across the chest. The positioning of grommet tab portion 130 at the lateral projection of the upper end of the elongated body 120 prevents the elongated grommet 135, the strap 140, and/or a cord lock from contacting the head and neck of the user.

In some embodiments, the strap 140 passing through the elongated grommet 135 and the flexible band may be coupled together. Connecting the strap 140 and the band creates a closed-loop configuration that enables the portable support 110 to be worn by an individual independent of the headrest 1010. The portable support 110 may form an enclosed space in response to the cord and flexible strap being connected together. The enclosed space formed by the strap 140 and flexible band may accommodate an upper body portion of the user. The enclosed space may surround the upper body portion and the strap 140 and flexible band may extend downward from the grommet tab portion 130 along the backside of the user.

The above-described embodiments are intended to illustrate the principles of the invention but not to limit its scope. Other embodiments and variations to these embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art and may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

The many features and advantages of the disclosure are apparent from the detailed specification, and thus, it is intended by the appended claims to cover all such features and advantages of the disclosure which fall within the true spirit and scope of the disclosure. Further, since numerous modifications and variations will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not desired to limit the disclosure to the exact construction and operation illustrated and described, and accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents can be resorted to, falling within the scope of the disclosure.