Perspiration Absorption/Prevention Headband Device with Cooling Means

A perspiration absorption/prevention device designed for use in medical applications, specifically for use by surgeons or other medical personnel. The device is preferably comprised of a headband base member, an absorbent pad, a pocket member and a cooling means stored therein, but may further comprise an adjustment means for further securing the device to a user's forehead or neck area. The cooling means prevents the formation of perspiration on the user, and fatigue generally. Further, any perspiration that does form is quickly absorbed by the absorbent pad before it can drip from the user and onto the patient, surgical tools, etc. The absorbent pad is both detachable from the remainder of the device, and disposable. In this manner, the remainder of the device can be recycled or reused, costs may be lowered and medical waste reduced. 1. A headband device comprising:a headband base member;an absorbent pad;a pocket member; anda cooling means.2. The headband device of claim 1 , wherein the headband base member is elastic.3. The headband device of claim 1 , wherein the cooling means is a gel pack and is removably housed in the pocket member.4. The headband device of claim 1 , wherein the pocket member is waterproof.5. The headband device of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent pad is removably attached to an interior surface of the headband base member.6. The headband device of further comprising an adjustment means for decreasing an interior circumference of the headband base member.7. The headband device of claim 6 , wherein the adjustment means is comprised of one or more adjustable straps.8. The headband device of claim 6 , wherein the adjustment means is comprised of a hook and loop fastener.9. A cooling headband device for use in a surgical setting and comprising:a headband base member;a disposable absorbent pad removably attached to an interior surface of the headband base member;a pocket member positioned along the headband base member; anda gel pack.10. The ...