Tongue bite prevention device for psychiatric patient

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of bite prevention equipment, and discloses a psychiatric patient tongue bite prevention device which comprises an arc-shaped connecting block, one side of the arc-shaped connecting block is fixedly connected with a connecting ring, the inner wall of the connecting ring is sleeved with a connecting pipe, and the two sides of the connecting pipe are fixedly connected with fixing belts. A fixing shell is fixedly connected between the fixing belts on the two sides, a rubber pad is fixedly connected to one side of the fixing shell, an anti-occlusion assembly and a quick release assembly are arranged on the outer wall of the arc-shaped connecting block, the anti-occlusion assembly comprises a plurality of tongue depressors, and one sides of the tongue depressors are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the arc-shaped connecting block. According to the device, the tongue depressor is used for protecting the two sides of the tongue, meanwhile, the arc-shaped rubber protection block is used for protecting teeth, and finally, the occlusal force of the teeth is relieved through the elasticity of the first spring, so that the effect of protecting the teeth and the tongue is achieved, and the protection effect of the device on the tongue and the teeth is enhanced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of anti-bite equipment, and in particular to a tongue-bite prevention device for psychiatric patients. Background Art

[0002] In the field of psychiatric medicine, patients often experience symptoms such as clenched jaws and muscle spasms during illness, especially in cases of epileptic seizures and manic episodes, and are very likely to bite their tongues. In severe cases, this may even cause tongue tearing and bleeding, leading to airway obstruction and other life-threatening conditions. Therefore, tongue bite prevention devices have become key equipment to ensure the safety of psychiatric patients, and are of great significance in reducing the risk of accidental injuries to patients during illness and improving the quality of medical care.

[0003] Currently, the existing tongue bite prevention devices on the market mostly adopt simple structural designs. Some are long strips of bite devices made of hard materials such as plastic or metal, which use external force to open the patient's mouth and prevent the teeth from closing. The principle is to use the bite device to occupy the oral space to prevent the teeth from contacting the tongue. These existing devices have a protective effect on the tongue to a certain extent.

[0004] However, these traditional tongue bite prevention devices have certain defects. In actual use, the bite force of patients is often uncontrolled and abnormally strong when the disease occurs, and the existing devices cannot effectively cope with this high-intensity bite force. Taking a hard bite device as an example, when the patient bites hard, the strong reaction force directly acts on the teeth, which can easily cause excessive pressure on the teeth, and then cause tooth damage, such as enamel wear, loose teeth, or even broken teeth. Although the soft rubber pad has a certain elasticity, its buffering effect is limited for the extreme bite force of the patient, and it is still difficult to avoid serious damage to the teeth caused by excessive bite force. This greatly affects the effectiveness of the tongue bite prevention device in ensuring patient safety. Therefore, a tongue bite prevention device for psychiatric patients is proposed to solve the above problems. Summary of the invention

[0005] In order to make up for the above shortcomings, the present invention provides a tongue bite prevention device for psychiatric patients, which aims to improve the problem that during the use of the device, the patient is prone to excessive biting force, causing damage to the teeth.

[0006] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] A tongue bite prevention device for psychiatric patients, comprising an arc-shaped connecting block, a connecting ring fixedly connected to one side of the arc-shaped connecting block, a connecting tube sleeved on the inner wall of the connecting ring, fixing belts fixedly connected to both sides of the connecting tube, a fixing shell fixedly connected between the fixing belts on both sides, a rubber pad fixedly connected to one side of the fixing shell, and an anti-bite component and a quick-release component provided on the outer wall of the arc-shaped connecting block;

[0008] The anti-biting component includes a plurality of tongue depressors. One side of the plurality of tongue depressors is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the arc-shaped connecting block. A ventilation groove is provided inside the arc-shaped connecting block. A plurality of fixing blocks are fixedly connected to both sides of the inner wall of the arc-shaped connecting block. A slider is slidably connected inside each fixing block. An arc-shaped rubber protection block is fixedly connected to the outer wall of each slider. The arc-shaped rubber protection block is slidably connected to the inner wall of the arc-shaped connecting block. An elastic component is provided inside each fixing block, and the elastic component is used to reduce the biting force of the teeth.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0010] The elastic component includes a plurality of first springs. Each first spring is located inside the ventilation groove. One end of each first spring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the slider, and the other end of each first spring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the fixing block.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0012] The quick-release component includes a plurality of clamping columns. The clamping columns are located on one side of the arc-shaped connecting block. A connecting shell is slidably connected to the outer wall of the connecting ring, and the inner wall of the connecting shell is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the connecting pipe.

[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0014] Fixed shells are fixedly connected to both sides inside the connecting shell, and a connecting column is slidably connected inside each fixed shell.

[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0016] A rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the inside of each connecting column, and a connecting plate is rotatably connected to one end of each rotating shaft. The connecting plate is in contact with the fixed shell.

[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0018] A clamping column is fixedly connected to one end of each connecting column, and the clamping column is engaged with the inside of the connecting ring.

[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0020] A second spring is provided inside each fixed shell. One end of the second spring is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the clamping column, and the other end of the second spring is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixed shell.

[0021] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0022] Inside each of the card columns, multiple third springs are provided. One end of each of the third springs is fixedly connected to a card ball, and the other end of the third spring is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the card column.

[0023] The present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0024] 1. In the present invention, the sides of the tongue are protected by the tongue depressor, and at the same time, the teeth are protected by the arc-shaped rubber protection block. Finally, the elastic force of the first spring slows down the biting force of the teeth, achieving the effect of protecting the teeth and the tongue, solving the problem that during the use of the device, the patient is prone to excessive biting force, causing damage to the teeth, and enhancing the protection effect of the device on the tongue and teeth.

[0025] 2. In the present invention, the card column and the card ball are engaged with the inside of the connecting ring, and the engagement effect is enhanced by using the second spring and the third spring, achieving the installation and disassembly of the arc-shaped connecting block, solving the problem that the anti-biting component and the device are usually integrally designed, and there are easy-to-exist sanitary dead corners during cleaning, and enhancing the cleaning effect of the anti-biting component. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of an anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients proposed by the present invention;

[0027] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the tongue depressor of an anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients proposed by the present invention;

[0028] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the arc-shaped connecting block of an anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients proposed by the present invention;

[0029] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the fixing block of an anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients proposed by the present invention;

[0030] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connecting shell of an anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients proposed by the present invention;

[0031] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the fixing shell of an anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients proposed by the present invention;

[0032] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the card column of an anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients proposed by the present invention.

[0033] Legend Explanation:

[0034] 1. Fixed belt; 2. Rubber pad; 3. Arc-shaped connecting block; 4. Arc-shaped rubber protection block; 5. Tongue depressor; 6. Ventilation groove; 7. Slide block; 8. Fixed block; 9. First spring; 10. Connecting ring; 11. Connecting pipe; 12. Connecting shell; 13. Connecting column; 14. Second spring; 15. Rotating shaft; 16. Connecting plate; 17. Clamping column; 18. Clamping ball; 19. Third spring; 20. Fixed shell. Detailed implementation manner

[0035] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0036] Referring to Figures 1-4 , an embodiment provided by the present invention: A device for preventing tongue biting of psychiatric patients includes an arc-shaped connecting block 3. One side of the arc-shaped connecting block 3 is fixedly connected with a connecting ring 10. The inner wall of the connecting ring 10 is sleeved with a connecting pipe 11. Both sides of the connecting pipe 11 are fixedly connected with fixed belts 1. A fixed shell 20 is fixedly connected between the two fixed belts 1. One side of the fixed shell 20 is fixedly connected with a rubber pad 2. An anti-biting assembly and a quick-release assembly are arranged on the outer wall of the arc-shaped connecting block 3;

[0037] The anti-biting assembly includes a plurality of tongue depressors 5. One side of the plurality of tongue depressors 5 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the arc-shaped connecting block 3 to ensure effective support and protection for the patient's tongue during operation and prevent accidental injury to the tongue. A ventilation groove 6 is opened inside the arc-shaped connecting block 3. The function of the ventilation groove 6 is to promote air circulation, reduce the odor and moisture generated during use, and help improve the comfort of the patient. Both sides of the inner wall of the arc-shaped connecting block 3 are fixedly connected with a plurality of fixed blocks 8. Each fixed block 8 is internally slidably connected with a slide block 7. The outer wall of each slide block 7 is fixedly connected with an arc-shaped rubber protection block 4. The arc-shaped rubber protection block 4 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the arc-shaped connecting block 3, providing a soft buffer layer that can effectively reduce the direct pressure during tooth biting and protect the patient's teeth and oral tissues. An elastic component is arranged inside each fixed block 8. The elastic component is used to slow down the biting force of the teeth to avoid excessive burden on the teeth during the biting process. The elastic component includes a plurality of first springs 9. Each first spring 9 is located inside the ventilation groove 6. The design of the first spring 9 not only plays a shock-absorbing role but also improves the response sensitivity of the overall component. One end of the first spring 9 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the slide block 7, and the other end of the first spring 9 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the fixed block 8.

[0038] Specifically, during the use of the device, the operator first moves the arc-shaped connecting block 3 to an appropriate position in the patient's oral cavity. At this time, the tongue depressors 5 on both sides are moved to both sides of the patient's tongue, providing effective protection for the patient's tongue, ensuring that the patient's tongue is not damaged by any potential injuries during treatment or examination, and keeping the tongue still for the convenience of the doctor's operation. At the same time, the fixing shell 20 is used to firmly fix the fixing belt 1 to the patient's head, further enhancing the stability of the device during treatment, reducing the discomfort and fear of the patient during the operation. When the patient bites, the arc-shaped rubber protection block 4 in the device plays a buffering role, which can effectively absorb and disperse the extrusion force generated by the teeth during biting. Through its soft material characteristics, the arc-shaped rubber protection block 4 can adapt to the shape of the patient's teeth and slide inside the arc-shaped connecting block 3 to ensure that it can flexibly respond to the oral structures and biting methods of different patients. When the biting force of the patient is applied, the arc-shaped rubber protection block 4 will push the slider 7, thereby compressing the spring 9 inside the fixing block 8, effectively preventing the patient's teeth from being damaged or uncomfortable due to excessive force during biting, enhancing the protection effect of the device on the patient's teeth and tongue, not only improving the comfort of the patient, but also providing a safer and more efficient operation environment for medical workers.

[0039] Refer to Figures 5-7, the quick-release component includes a plurality of clamping posts 17. The clamping posts 17 are located on one side of the arc-shaped connecting block 3 and play a role in supporting and connecting to ensure the stability and detachable property of the device. The outer wall of the connecting ring 10 is slidably connected with a connecting shell 12. The inner wall of the connecting shell 12 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the connecting pipe 11, ensuring the tight fit between the connecting shell 12 and the connecting pipe 11 and providing a reliable connection point. On both sides inside the connecting shell 12, there are fixedly connected fixing shells 20. Inside each fixing shell 20, there is a slidably connected connecting post 13. The function of the connecting post 13 is to realize the movement transmission and flexible connection between different components. Inside each connecting post 13, there is fixedly connected a rotating shaft 15. The rotating shaft 15 is responsible for providing support for rotational movement, enabling the connecting plate 16 to rotate flexibly. One end of each rotating shaft 15 is rotatably connected with a connecting plate 16. The connecting plate 16 is in contact with the fixing shell 20, ensuring the stability and reliability during operation. One end of each connecting post 13 is fixedly connected with a clamping post 17. The clamping post 17 is engaged with the inside of the connecting ring 10. Inside each fixing shell 20, there is a second spring 14. One end of the second spring 14 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the clamping post 17, and the other end is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing shell 20. The function of the second spring 14 is to provide continuous elastic force to prevent the clamping post 17 from loosening accidentally during use. Inside each clamping post 17, there are a plurality of third springs 19. One end of each third spring 19 is fixedly connected with a clamping ball 18. The clamping ball 18 can effectively cooperate with the connecting ring 10, thereby ensuring that the clamping post 17 is in a stable state inside the device. The other end of the third spring 19 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the clamping post 17.

[0040] Specifically, during the process of disassembling and cleaning the arc-shaped connecting block 3, first, it is necessary to rotate the connecting plate 16 by ninety degrees. Through this rotation, the connecting plate 16 can effectively push the clamping post 17 at one end of the connecting post 13, causing it to move out of the inside of the connecting ring 10. This not only ensures the smooth progress of disassembly but also prepares for the subsequent cleaning work. When the clamping post 17 moves out of the connecting ring 10, by utilizing the characteristics of the inner wall surface of the connecting ring 10, the clamping ball 18 is pushed to slide into the clamping post 17. The movement of the clamping ball 18 is realized through the interaction between the inner wall of the connecting ring 10 and the clamping post 17, ensuring that the clamping ball 18 can smoothly enter the clamping post 17 and causing the third spring 19 to be compressed during this process. The function of the third spring 19 is to provide the necessary elastic force to ensure that the clamping post 17 will not fall off accidentally during disassembly and also increase the stability between components. When the clamping post 17 is completely taken out from the inside of the connecting ring 10, the connecting ring 10 can be smoothly moved out from the inner wall of the connecting pipe 11. This can not only quickly disassemble and clean the components but also ensure the sanitary conditions of the equipment during daily use, thereby better protecting the oral health of patients, effectively enhancing the cleaning effect of the equipment components, and ensuring the safety and functionality of the equipment during use.

[0041] Working principle: During the use of the device, the arc-shaped connecting block 3 is moved into the patient's oral cavity, and the tongue depressors 5 on both sides are moved to both sides of the patient's tongue to provide protection for the patient's tongue. The fixing belt 1 is fixed to the patient's head by using the fixing shell 20. When the patient bites, the arc-shaped rubber protection block 4 is used to buffer the extrusion force on the teeth, and the arc-shaped rubber protection block 4 is pushed to slide inside the arc-shaped connecting block 3. The slider 7 is used to push the spring 9 inside the fixed block 8 to be compressed. The elasticity of the spring 9 is used to slow down the biting force of the teeth, prevent damage to the teeth caused by excessive biting force, and enhance the protection effect of the device on the patient's teeth and tongue;

[0042] During the disassembly and cleaning process of the arc-shaped connecting block 3, the connecting plate 16 is rotated 90 degrees, and the clamping column 17 at one end of the connecting column 13 is pushed out of the connecting ring 10 through the connecting plate 16. The clamping ball 18 is pushed to slide into the clamping column 17 by the inner wall surface of the connecting ring 10, and the spring 19 is compressed. When the clamping column 17 is completely removed from the connecting ring 10, the connecting ring 10 can be removed from the inner wall of the connecting pipe 11, which is convenient for cleaning the anti-biting component and enhances the cleaning effect of the device components.

[0043] Finally, it should be noted that the above are only the preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not used to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, for those skilled in the art, they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the foregoing embodiments, or perform equivalent replacements on some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A device for preventing tongue biting in psychiatric patients, including an arc-shaped connecting block (3), characterized in that: One side of the arc-shaped connecting block (3) is fixedly connected with a connecting ring (10). A connecting pipe (11) is sleeved on the inner wall of the connecting ring (10). Fixing belts (1) are fixedly connected to both sides of the connecting pipe (11). A fixing shell (20) is fixedly connected between the two fixing belts (1). A rubber pad (2) is fixedly connected to one side of the fixing shell (20). An anti-biting component and a quick-release component are arranged on the outer wall of the arc-shaped connecting block (3). The anti-biting component includes a plurality of tongue depressors (5). One side of the plurality of tongue depressors (5) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the arc-shaped connecting block (3). A ventilation groove (6) is formed inside the arc-shaped connecting block (3). A plurality of fixing blocks (8) are fixedly connected to both sides of the inner wall of the arc-shaped connecting block (3). A slider (7) is slidably connected inside each fixing block (8). An arc-shaped rubber protection block (4) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of each slider (7). The arc-shaped rubber protection block (4) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the arc-shaped connecting block (3). An elastic component is arranged inside each fixing block (8), and the elastic component is used for reducing the biting force of teeth.

2. The anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients according to claim 1, wherein: The elastic component includes a plurality of first springs (9). Each first spring (9) is located inside the ventilation groove (6). One end of each first spring (9) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the slider (7), and the other end of each first spring (9) is fixedly connected to the bottom inner wall of the fixing block (8).

3. The anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients according to claim 1, wherein: The quick-release component includes a plurality of clamping posts (17). The clamping posts (17) are located on one side of the arc-shaped connecting block (3). A connecting shell (12) is slidably connected to the outer wall of the connecting ring (10). The inner wall of the connecting shell (12) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the connecting pipe (11).

4. The anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients according to claim 3, characterized in that: Fixing shells (20) are fixedly connected to both sides inside the connecting shell (12). A connecting post (13) is slidably connected inside each fixing shell (20).

5. The anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients according to claim 4, wherein: A rotating shaft (15) is fixedly connected to the inside of each connecting post (13). One end of each rotating shaft (15) is rotatably connected to a connecting plate (16), and the connecting plate (16) is in contact with the fixing shell (20).

6. The anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients according to claim 5, wherein: One end of each connecting post (13) is fixedly connected to a clamping post (17), and the clamping post (17) is engaged with the inside of the connecting ring (10).

7. The anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients according to claim 6, wherein: A second spring (14) is arranged inside each fixing shell (20). One end of the second spring (14) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the clamping post (17), and the other end of the second spring (14) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing shell (20).

8. The anti-tongue-biting device for psychiatric patients according to claim 7, characterized in that: A plurality of third springs (19) are arranged inside each clamping post (17). One end of each third spring (19) is fixedly connected to a clamping ball (18), and the other end of the third spring (19) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the clamping post (17).

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