US-12622834-B2 - Pelvic cradle

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Abstract

A therapeutic pelvic cradle device includes a base plate, a first support block with a thick end and a thin end mounted to the base plate and a second support block with a thick end and a thin end mounted to the base plate, wherein the first support block and the second support block are arranged such that the thin end of the first support block and the thin end of the second support block are configured at an acute angle between one another on the base plate.

Inventors

Jody Marie Mohoff

Assignees

CRANIAL SACRAL THERAPY, LLC

Dates

Publication Date: 20260512
Application Date: 20230817

Claims (12)

1 . A pelvic cradle system comprising: a base plate; a first wedge shaped support block mounted to the base plate on a bottom surface of the first wedge shaped support block; and a second wedge shaped support block mounted to the base plate on a bottom surface of the second wedge shaped support block, wherein the bottom surface of the first wedge shaped support block and the bottom surface of the second wedge shaped support block are configured on the base plate such that an angle is formed between an axis of a longitudinal side of the bottom surface of the first wedge shaped support block and an axis of a longitudinal side of the bottom surface of the second wedge shaped support block, wherein the angle formed between the axis of a longitudinal side of the bottom surface of the first wedge shaped support block and the axis of the longitudinal side of the bottom surface of the second wedge shaped support block is nominally 60 degrees.
2 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 1 wherein the first wedge shaped support block further comprises: a tapered top surface intersecting with a flat landing surface.
3 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 2 further comprises: a joint between the tapered top surface and a bottom surface forming the joint.
4 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 3 wherein the joint comprises a nominally 23 degree angle between the tapered top surface and the bottom surface.
5 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 1 wherein the second wedge shaped support block further comprises: a tapered top surface intersecting with a flat landing surface.
6 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 5 wherein the second wedge shaped support block further comprises: a joint between the tapered top surface and a bottom surface forming the joint.
7 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 6 wherein the joint comprises a nominally 23 degree angle between the tapered top surface and the bottom surface.
8 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 1 further comprising: a first connection pattern formed on the base plate with a textured surface; and a second connection pattern formed on the base plate with a textured surface.
9 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 1 further comprising: an adhesive connecting the first wedge shaped support block to the base plate; and an adhesive connecting the second wedge shaped support block to the base plate.
10 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 1 wherein the base plate further comprises: a perimeter further comprising: a bottom arc; a straight left side adjoining the bottom arc; a straight right side adjoining the bottom arc; a left angled section adjoining the straight left side; a right angled section adjoining the straight right side; and a flat top section adjoining the left angled section and the right angled section.
11 . The pelvic cradle system of claim 1 further comprising: a handle formed in the base plate.
12 . A pelvic cradle system comprising: a base plate; a first wedge shaped support block with a thick end and a thin end mounted to the base plate; and a second wedge shaped support block with a thick end and a thin end mounted to the base plate, wherein the first wedge shaped support block and the second wedge shaped support block are arranged such that the thin end of the first wedge shaped support block and the thin end of the second wedge shaped support block are configured at an acute angle between one another on the base plate wherein the acute angle is formed between an axis of a longitudinal side of a bottom surface of the first wedge shaped support block and an axis of a longitudinal side of a bottom surface of the second wedge shaped support block, wherein the acute angle between the first wedge shaped support block and the second wedge shaped support is 60 degrees.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD Embodiments are generally related to the field of therapeutic devices. Embodiments are related to the field of chiropractic and medical devices. Embodiments are further related to the field of orthopedic devices. Embodiments are further related to traction devices. Embodiments are also directed to methods for anatomy alignment. Embodiments are also related to methods, systems, and devices for aiding in sacral release. BACKGROUND Among the most common issues reported by medical patients is chronic pain. There are untold numbers of therapeutics, medical procedures, and medications all of which have been used to varying degrees of efficacy to treat pain. Despite the ongoing efforts to find ways to address chronic pain, back pain, fibromyalgia, headaches, fascial adhesions, and other such conditions, there remains a significant gap in effective treatment solutions. One promising option is craniosacral therapy (CST), which is generally understood to be a gentle, non-invasive treatment option, for numerous pain related conditions, including but not limited to, chronic pain, fibromyalgia headaches, neck pain, fascial adhesions, scoliosis, lordosis, kyphosis, sciatica, hip pain, tail bone pain, bulged disks, pinched nerves, and other such ailments. CST practitioners use gentle touch to relieve tension in the central nervous system. Patients report various positive outcomes post treatment, including reduction in pain, improved health and immunity, as well as a more general feeling of wellness. CST treatment is complex, but can be generally understood as the placement of hands and gentle pressure on a patient to release connective tissue, or “fascia.” CST is believed to improve biological processes by promoting inherent self-regulation. The therapy has been used successfully in patients of all ages both male and female. The promise of CST treatment has been followed by a number of CST related treatment devices. Such devices may include, but are not limited to, foam rollers, massage balls, and massage wheels. All of these devices can be helpful but also have some drawbacks. For example, use of foam rollers or massage balls can be painful. In addition, in some cases, the patient may not be in good enough physical condition to use these tools because the patient may not be able to get to and from the floor and/or actively move their body effectively with the tool. Other chiropractic devices may also be helpful in addressing certain chronic conditions. For example, devices like inversion tables may help relive back pain. However, inversion tables can create undue stress at the knee and hip joints without really targeting the spinal traction. Head pressure from hanging upside down is another drawback of inversion tables. Accordingly, there is a need in the art for methods and systems that address the aforementioned gaps in current technology as disclosed in the embodiments detailed herein. SUMMARY The following summary is provided to facilitate an understanding of some of the innovative features unique to the embodiments disclosed and is not intended to be a full description. A full appreciation of the various aspects of the embodiments can be gained by taking the entire specification, claims, drawings, and abstract as a whole. It is an aspect of the disclosed embodiments to provide a chiropractic device. It is another aspect of the disclosed embodiments to provide a therapeutic body positioning device. It is another aspect of the disclosed embodiments to provide a medical and/or chiropractic block for treating pain. It is another aspect of the disclosed embodiments to provide an orthopedic body positioning device. It is another aspect of the disclosed embodiments to provide a pelvic cradle system. The aforementioned aspects and other objectives and advantages can now be achieved as described herein. In an exemplary embodiment, a pelvic cradle system comprises a base plate, a first wedge shaped support block mounted to the base plate, and a second wedge shaped support block mounted to the base plate. In an embodiment, the first wedge shaped support block and the second wedge shaped support block are arranged at a nominal angle of 60 degrees between one another. In an embodiment, the first wedge shaped support block further comprises a tapered top surface intersecting with a flat landing surface. In an embodiment the pelvic cradle system comprises a joint between the tapered top surface and a bottom surface forming the joint. In an embodiment, the joint comprises a nominally 23 degree angle between the tapered top surface and the bottom surface. In an embodiment, the second wedge shaped support block further comprises a tapered top surface intersecting with a flat landing surface. In an embodiment, the second wedge shaped support block further comprises a joint between the tapered top surface and a bottom surface forming the joint. In an embodiment, the joint comprises a nominally 23 degree angle between th