CPAP mask frame

摘要

A continuous positive airway pressure (“CPAP”) mask is provided. The CPAP mask includes a mask support that includes a cavity provided within the mask support. The CPAP mask further includes a mask cushion that is received within the cavity. The mask cushion and the mask support each include an opening. Air can pass from an air delivery tube through the openings and into the mask cushion. The mask cushion can be placed around a patient's breathing orifice to deliver the air to the patient. The CPAP mask further includes a forehead support that is spaced apart form the mask support. A neck portion attaches the forehead support to the mask support. The neck portion is flexible and is molded to both the mask support and the forehead support. The flexible neck portion allows the mask support to move with respect to the forehead support.

主权项

1. A continuous positive airway pressure (“CPAP”) mask, comprising:
a rigid mask support; a mask cushion coupled to the mask support, the mask cushion and the mask support each including an opening, wherein air is configured to pass through the opening and into the mask cushion; a rigid forehead support, the rigid forehead support being separate and spaced apart from the mask support; and a flexible neck portion integrally molded between the forehead support and the mask support, wherein the flexible neck portion is more flexible than the rigid mask support, and wherein the flexible neck portion is more flexible than the rigid forehead support.