Emergency Head Covering Cold Pack for Head Trauma, Concussions, Wounds or Migraines

Abstract

A method and apparatus for the treatment of injuries or pain associated with the head or central nervous system. The present embodiment utilizes a head covering that is activated to produce an endothermic reaction to draw heat from, or apply cold to, the head and central nervous system. Layers are used to accomplish different applications and colors are used to associate with selected sport teams colors or camouflaged as may be required in a battlefield environment.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention relates generally to a method and apparatus for the treatment of injuries or ailments of the head area including but not limited to head injury, bleeding, concussion, migraine, seizures or heat stroke through the application of accessible cold therapy. It is the intention of the current invention to be used or deployed immediately after sports injuries, injuries on the battlefield, injuries resulting from automobile accidents or other events that result in injury or pain to the head or central nervous system. It is well known that the quick application of cold treatments reduces swelling or reduces pain after events such as injuries to the head. The timely deployment of form fitting cold therapy compress device reduces the effects of an injury and in many instances arrest the injury from worsening. In addition, reoccurring medical conditions such as migraines, seizures or heat prostration will also benefit from a timely application or deplo...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention is a cryotherapy treatment for the head that is designed for emergency situations. It is a form fitting head covering that helps in the timely application of pressure to arrest swelling, decrease hyperactivity of the central nervous system and vasodilation during bleeding. The helmet also has an insulating layer that provides some protection to the head and allows for the insertion of instant cold packs. Additionally, the helmet has ports for the transfer of sound and observation of the head, as well as seams to minimize head movement after injury. Overall, the invention provides a simple and effective solution for emergency head injuries.

Problems solved by technology

Advantages of emergency application of cold therapy are well known but not often used because it is difficult to carry ice around and / or the time needed to freeze water or materials for emergency use is time prohibitive.

These flat shapes are difficult to attach to the head area and are difficult to put on and remove, often times requiring long bandages to wrap around the head.

The application of pressure is often times difficult for injuries or ailments of the head.

Form fitting devices for the head are often times not available during emergency situations.

This requires holding it in place which is problematic for attending emergency personnel.

Wrapping a bandage around the head to secure the gauze pad is also problematic since the head is a partial globe in form and wrapping requires significant movement of the head.

This may cause further injury.

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