Nasal Abrasion Protector

Abstract

A flexible nasal protection strip for use by cold and allergy suffers who, as part of their condition, must continually blow their nose with tissues. The protection strip consists of a die-cut strip of medical grade clear, colored or imprinted plastic with adhesive on one side that is temporarily protected by a peelable film. The protection strip is flexible enough to conform to the nose but not interfere with breathing. The unique design protects the exterior sidewalls and tip of the nose from the habitual abrasion caused by excessive tissue rubbing. The protection strip could also be impregnated with a variety of compounds including: compressed iron oxides and salts to produce chemically-based heat protecting the nose from damage in extreme cold and chemicals or metals offering ultraviolet radiation protection.

1 . A nasal protector that comprises:
 a. a slug of die-cut synthetic adhesive-backed material shaped and dimensioned to cover the lower portion of the sides, bridge and tip of the human nose, said slug having a unique design and thickness of no more than 3 to 15 mils; and a means of securing the slug to the nose.   
     
     
         2 . The structure of  claim 1 , wherein said means for securing comprise:
 a. an adhesive-backed material protected by a peelable film prior to use   
     
     
         3 . The structure of  claim 1 , wherein said means for addition of localized heating comprise:
 a. the sandwiching a heat generating iron powder, salt and water compound within an air permeable, flesh-colored adhesive-backed polypropylene die-cut material.   
     
     
         4 . The structure of  claim 1 , wherein said material is a polyethylene. 
     
     
         5 . The structure of  claim 1 , wherein said material is a polyurethane. 
     
     
         6 . The structure of  claim 1 , wherein said material is a polypropylene. 
     
     
         7 . The structure of  claim 1 , wherein said material is an adhesive-backed woven fabric. 
     
     
         8 . The structure of  claim 1 , wherein said material includes a fragrant essence. 
     
     
         9 . The structure of  claim 1 , wherein said material includes a pharmaceutical or therapeutic compound or essence.