Overview
This head‑mounted catheter support was developed to reduce catheter site stress and infection risk by transferring tube loads away from the neck insertion point to a secure headband platform. Filed on July 18, 2014 and granted on October 17, 2017, the patent describes a family of head mounts — including elastic snoods, adjustable headbands with vertex and chin straps, and ventilated mesh variants — that anchor releasable catheter holders above the insertion site. Drafted and prosecuted with technical depth by the firm, the specification emphasizes practical clinical benefits over tape-based fixation: elastic support that permits limited movement without dislodgement, nonirritant contact materials, and fastener configurations that provide a variable circumference for different head sizes. The disclosure also details strap-and-slit holder designs and multiple fastener options to enable secure, releasable retention of catheter tubing while maintaining patient comfort and airflow. Inventors based in Borger, TX conceived the concept and the claims focus on isolating tugs and protecting the insertion point for long‑term catheter use.
Key Features
- Headband platform with variable circumference and nonirritant lining
- Releasable catheter holders (strap/slit/fastener combinations)
- Optional vertex and chin straps for added stability
- Mesh and elastic embodiments to allow airflow and a snug fit
By addressing a common clinical problem with straightforward, manufacturable components, this patented solution bridges patient comfort and device reliability—an important contribution to medical wearable supports and catheter management in acute and chronic care settings.
Granted: 2017-10-17
