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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Oct. 29, 2002
Filed:
Jan. 28, 2000
Robert J. Burns, Yalaha, FL (US);
Other;
Abstract
An apparatus and methods for measuring and supporting the cervical curve include a tool comprising a plurality of predetermined curves each substantially complementary in shape to a cervical curve, for measuring a person's cervical curve when the tool is positioned adjacent the nape of the person's neck. The tool comprises a predetermined size range of curves for allowing measurement of variously sized cervical curves. An embodiment of the tool includes a plurality of cards having a predetermined curve positioned along the edge of the card, for positioning adjacent the nape of the person's neck to measure the cervical curve. The method includes providing a cervical support pillow having dimensions substantially corresponding to the cervical curve measurement.