JP6758706B2 - Auxiliary equipment - Google Patents

Description

The present invention is worn by a person who has become physically handicapped due to a cerebral infarction or the like during a time period between physical therapy and occupational therapy performed at a convalescent rehabilitation hospital, etc. Regarding auxiliary equipment that assists in recovery.
The assistive device of the present invention can be easily attached / detached by the patient himself / herself without the assistance of another person, and thus can be easily used.

At convalescent rehabilitation hospitals, various types of rehabilitation such as physical therapy and occupational therapy are performed, but the time for that is relatively short, and the time between them is quite long. In the meantime, doing nothing is a mental pain for the patient.

When the upper arm is lifted slightly upward from the body, the weight of the hanging arm changes the direction of the force applied to the shoulder, which is comfortable for patients in the convalescent period. In addition, since the direction in which the elbow extends changes, it also has the effect of promoting blood circulation and helps recovery.
It is conceivable to lift the upper arm by taping or the like, but it is not realistic because it is impossible for a patient with a half-body disability to perform taping alone and an assistant is required. In other words, it cannot be done casually during the time between physical therapy and occupational therapy.

There is no brace for lifting the upper arm slightly upward and outward away from the body, which can be worn / removed by a person with a disability.
Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2016-000875 (Patent Document 1) describes a joint supporter to be worn on the shoulder and a supporter for the supporter.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-000875

The present invention is a device that can push the upper arm part outward and upward so as to separate it from the body, and a patient with a half-body disability can help a caregiver during a spare time such as between physical therapy and occupational therapy. It is an object of the present invention to provide an orthosis that can be attached / detached by one person.

The configuration of the present invention is described in the following [1] to [3]. In this section ([Means for Solving the Problems]) and the next section ([Effects of the Invention]), the reference numerals are added for easy understanding, and the present invention is incorporated into the structure of the reference numerals. It is not intended to be limited.

[1] Configuration 1
A hooking portion 11 which is a portion to be hooked on the shoulder H1, an intermediate portion 13 integrally connected to the hooking portion 11, and an interposing portion 15 integrally connected to the intermediate portion 13 are provided. It is an auxiliary orthosis that assists the recovery of the function of the arm H3 by having the insertion portion 15 inserted into the axilla H9 and pushing the upper arm portion H31 outward.
The tip end side of the hook portion 11 has a shape that descends from the shoulder H1 toward the center H50 of the back portion H5.
The distal end side of the insertion portion 15 has a shape that rises from the axilla H9 toward the outer side H311 of the upper arm portion H31.
The intermediate portion 13 connecting the hook portion 11 and the insertion portion 15 has a shape that descends from the shoulder H1 through the edge H71 of the chest H7 toward the axilla H9.
With the insertion portion 15 inserted into the axilla H9, the shoulder H1 is sandwiched between the hook portion 11 and the intermediate portion 13 from above, and the intermediate portion 13 and the insertion portion 15 of the arm H3. Hold the base H30 from below,
Auxiliary equipment characterized by that.
The insertion portion 15 is thick enough to push the upper arm portion H31 outward while being inserted into the axilla H9, and hard enough to push it up. Although it depends on the physique of the patient and the degree of recovery, the thickness is, for example, about 500 cc to 1500 cc of PET bottle.
The tip side of the hooking portion 11 is curved along the body surface so as to be lowered toward the center H50 of the back portion H5, and the tip side of the insertion portion 15 is raised toward the outer side H311 of the upper arm portion H31. The shape is curved along the surface, and the intermediate portion 13 connecting the hook portion 11 and the insertion portion 15 is curved along the body surface so as to descend from the shoulder H1 through the edge H71 of the chest H7 toward the axilla H9. When the shape is formed, the entire fitting has a substantially spiral curved shape.
With the insertion portion 15 inserted into the axilla H9, the shoulder H1 is elastically sandwiched between the hook portion 11 and the intermediate portion 13 from above, and the base H30 of the arm H3 is elastically sandwiched between the intermediate portion 13 and the insertion portion 15. If the auxiliary device is configured to be elastically sandwiched from below, the auxiliary device will be more difficult to come off.

[2] Configuration 2
In configuration 1,
The auxiliary orthosis is formed by welding the entire circumference of the edges of two polyvinyl chloride resin sheets each having a predetermined contour shape, and the shape is formed by enclosing air between the two sheets.
Auxiliary equipment characterized by that.
[3] Configuration 3
In configuration 1,
The auxiliary brace is made of Styrofoam,
Auxiliary equipment characterized by that.

The configuration 1 includes a hooking portion 11 which is a portion to be hooked on the shoulder H1, an intermediate portion 13 integrally connected to the hooking portion 11, and an interposition integrally connected to the intermediate portion 13. An auxiliary device having a portion 15 and assisting the recovery of the function of the arm H3 by inserting the insertion portion 15 into the axilla H9 and pushing the upper arm portion H31 outward, and the hook portion 11 of the hook portion 11. The tip side has a shape that descends from the shoulder H1 toward the center H50 of the back H5, and the tip side of the insertion portion 15 has a shape that rises from the axilla H9 toward the outer side H311 of the upper arm portion H31. The intermediate portion 13 connecting the hook portion 11 and the insertion portion 15 has a shape that descends from the shoulder H1 through the edge H71 of the chest H7 toward the axilla H9, and the insertion portion 15 is inserted into the axilla H9. In this state, the shoulder H1 is sandwiched between the hooking portion 11 and the intermediate portion 13 from above, and the base H30 of the arm H3 is sandwiched between the intermediate portion 13 and the insertion portion 15 from below. Since it is an assistive device, the patient can put it on / off by himself / herself in his / her spare time such as between physical therapy and occupational therapy without the help of a caregiver. In addition, by wearing it, the weight of the hanging arm changes the direction of the force applied to the shoulder, which is comfortable for the patient, and the direction in which the elbow extends also changes, which has the effect of promoting blood circulation and recovery. It also helps.
According to the second and third configurations, it is possible to provide specific material examples suitable for the present auxiliary orthosis.

The auxiliary orthosis of the embodiment is shown, (a) is a perspective view of the state of being attached to the left arm and the left shoulder as viewed diagonally from the rear, and (b) is a perspective view of the auxiliary orthosis of (a). The auxiliary orthosis of FIG. 1 is shown. FIG. 1A is a perspective view of the state of being worn on the left arm / left shoulder as viewed from the rear, and FIG. 1B is a perspective view of the state of being worn on the left arm / left shoulder as viewed from the front.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The illustrated example is an auxiliary brace for wearing on the left arm / left shoulder, but the auxiliary brace for the right arm / right shoulder can be configured in the same manner as the illustrated example except that the left and right sides have opposite symmetrical shapes.

This auxiliary orthosis is made of Styrofoam, and as shown in the figure, includes a hooking portion 11, an interposing portion 15, and an intermediate portion 13 connecting the hooking portion 11 and the interposing portion 15. These three parts are integrally connected to each other and form a substantially spiral shape as a whole.
This overall shape can be formed, for example, by shaving each of a plurality of portions forming the overall shape from Styrofoam and then adhering them.

The hooking portion 11 is a portion to be hooked on the shoulder H1, and the tip end side thereof has a curved shape that descends from the shoulder H1 toward the center H50 of the back portion H5 along the body surface.
The insertion portion 15 is a portion inserted into the axilla (armpit) H9 to push the upper arm portion H31 outward to assist the functional recovery of the arm H3 and the shoulder H1, and the tip side thereof is from the axilla H9. It forms a curved shape that rises along the body surface toward the outer side H311 of the upper arm portion H31.
The intermediate portion 13 is a portion connecting the hook portion 11 and the insertion portion 15, and has a curved shape that descends from the shoulder H1 through the edge H71 of the chest H7 toward the axilla H9 along the body surface.

When the patient wears this assistive device, the left shoulder H1 is sandwiched between the tip side of the hooking portion 11 and the portion of the intermediate portion 13 near the hooking portion, and the left arm H3 The portion of the base (axilla H9, armpit) H311 is sandwiched from the lower side by the tip side of the insertion portion 15 and the portion of the intermediate portion 13 near the insertion portion 15. Since it is sandwiched from above and below, it is difficult for the assistive device to come off easily, and the patient should be specially aware of the normal movements that are expected during rehabilitation such as physical therapy and occupational therapy. Can be done without. In other words, even if you wear it between rehabilitation, it will not hinder your life.

The thickness of the portion of the insertion portion 15 to be inserted into the axilla (armpit) H9 is set to, for example, about 5 cm to 15 cm in diameter according to the physique of the patient and the degree of recovery. Therefore, in the state of being inserted into the axilla H9, the upper arm is pushed upward and outward, and as a result, the direction of the force applied to the shoulder is changed by the weight of the hanging arm, and the elbow is extended. It is easier for convalescent patients because it changes direction. It also has the effect of promoting blood circulation, and is thought to help recovery of function.

The thickness and hardness of the part of the insertion part 15 that is inserted into the axilla H9 is determined as the thickness and hardness that can push the upper arm part outward and upward, but other parts, that is, the tip of the insertion part 15. The thickness and hardness of the side, the hooking portion 11, and the intermediate portion 13 are optional as long as they can perform the corresponding functions and do not interfere with the patient's life when worn. is there.

For example, this auxiliary orthosis is formed with a resin or light metal core material (a core material having a portion corresponding to a hook portion, an intermediate portion, and an insertion portion) and a thickness formed on the peripheral surface of the core material. It may be configured to be composed of a thick material provided so as to be provided, and the thick material may be provided only around the portion inserted into the axilla H9 in the insertion portion. This thick material can be constructed, for example, by wrapping a cloth in multiple layers on the peripheral surface of the core material. Alternatively, it can be configured by attaching paper clay or the like.

In the above-described embodiment, the auxiliary brace is made of Styrofoam, whereby the weight is reduced, but the auxiliary brace of the present invention is not limited to the one made of Styrofoam. Appropriate materials can be used as long as they can perform the functions of this auxiliary device.

For example, the edges of two soft resin sheets such as vinyl chloride may be welded and air may be blown between the two sheets to seal the sheets to form a three-dimensional shape as shown in the figure. By doing so, it has some elasticity, so that it fits the patient's body surface better when worn.
Further, a plug that can be opened and closed may be provided at the air inlet so that air can be blown in / out as needed. That way, when not in use, it can be folded into small pieces out of the way.

11 Hook 13 Intermediate 15 Intersection H1 Shoulder H3 Arm H30 Base of arm H31 Upper arm H311 Outer upper arm H5 Back H50 Central back H7 Chest H71 Chest edge H9 Axilla

Claims (3)

It has a hooking portion that is a portion to be hooked on the shoulder, an intermediate portion that is integrally connected to the hooking portion, and an interposing portion that is integrally connected to the intermediate portion. It is an auxiliary orthosis that assists the recovery of arm function by inserting the part into the axilla and pushing the upper arm part outward.
The tip side of the hooking portion has a curved shape that descends from the shoulder toward the center of the back.
The tip side of the insertion portion has a curved shape that rises from the axilla toward the outside of the upper arm portion.
The intermediate portion connecting the hook portion and the insertion portion has a curved shape that descends from the shoulder to the axilla through the edge of the chest.
With the insertion portion inserted into the axilla, the shoulder is sandwiched between the hook portion and the intermediate portion from above, and the base of the arm is sandwiched between the intermediate portion and the insertion portion from below.
Auxiliary equipment characterized by that. In claim 1,
The auxiliary orthosis is formed by welding the entire circumference of the edges of two polyvinyl chloride resin sheets each having a predetermined contour shape, and the shape is formed by enclosing air between the two sheets.
Auxiliary equipment characterized by that. In claim 1,
The auxiliary brace is made of Styrofoam,
Auxiliary equipment characterized by that.

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