US 2023/0051552 A1 · SENSORY CHEWING NECK GAITER

Abstract

Embodiments of the present invention relate to a neck gaiter having a chewing surface attached to a part of the neck gaiter. The gaiter is designed for individuals on the Autism Spectrum who chew objects to satisfy their self-stimulatory behavior needs. This is a form of self-stimulation which can relieve anxiety, reduce fear and combat sensory overload. The gaiter is sized and proportioned to comfortably and releasably encompass the neck of the individual who will be wearing the gaiter. A textured chewing surface is attached to a central region of the gaiter. The chewing surface is made of non-toxic, tasteless material that does not erode during the chewing process, such as rubber, plastic, silicone, or a combination thereof. The chewing surface preferably comprises a plurality of indentations or protrusions to produce a textured surface.

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Dependent claims

A neck gaiter comprising:

a supporting body section, said body section consisting of an essentially rectangular piece of material, sized and proportioned to wrap around a user's neck, said essentially rectangular piece of material having an innersurface, an outersurface, an upper edge, a lower edge and opposing first and second ends;
at least one of a first fastening element attached to said first end of said body section;
at least one of a second fastening element configured to releasably connect with said first fastening element, said second fastening element being attached to said second end of said body section;
an elastic region at each of the said opposing first and second ends;
and
a textured chewing surface attached to said upper edge of said body section,
wherein positioning of the neck gaiter on a neck of a wearer is such that, the chewing surface is in close proximity to the wearer's mouth.

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Sensory chewing neck gaiter

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Sensory chewing neck gaiter

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Abstract

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