Device for relieving radiodermatitis of breast cancer

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of medical instruments, in particular to a device for relieving breast cancer radiodermatitis, which comprises a supporting pad connected with an arm and a fixing pad connected with the abdomen, the supporting pad is connected with the fixing pad through an arc-shaped connecting band, two ends of the upper portion of the supporting pad are respectively connected with two ends of a velvet band, and the velvet band is connected with the lower portion of the supporting pad. The bottom of the fixing pad is connected with a chest bellyband, the chest bellyband is movably connected to the abdomen of the human body, shoulders on the two sides of the human body are wound with a first shoulder strap and a second shoulder strap respectively, the bottom of the first shoulder strap is connected with the bottom end of the fixing pad, and the second shoulder strap is obliquely arranged. The bottom of the second shoulder strap is connected to the end face of the connecting strap through the connecting strap, so that the upper-arm skin of the patient, the armpit and the oxter chest wall form a triangle, the upper-arm limb of the armpit and the skin of the oxter chest wall are exposed, friction between the skin and between the skin and clothes is reduced, and radiodermatitis is protected and / or reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of medical devices, in particular to a device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer. Background Art

[0002] Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the mammary epithelial tissue. Its incidence is increasing annually, making it a common threat to women's physical and mental health. Radiotherapy is one of the main treatments for breast cancer. It involves using specialized medical radiation to kill tumor cells. However, due to the biological and physical properties of radiation, while killing tumor cells, it can also cause a range of skin reactions and damage, manifesting as reversible hair loss, dermatitis, and hyperpigmentation, as well as irreversible skin atrophy, destruction of sebaceous and sweat glands, and permanent hair loss.

[0003] The temperature of the skin in the irradiated area is positively correlated with the severity of radiation dermatitis. Breast cancer patients often receive radiation treatment in the axilla, chest wall, and upper arms. Due to the many wrinkles and perspiration of the skin in the irradiated area, the skin temperature rises, and the incidence of grade 2 or higher radiation dermatitis increases accordingly. Therefore, it is important to lower axillary temperature, avoid frequent overlap of the axillary and bilateral skin, prevent friction between the axillary skin, and avoid friction with clothing. Prolonged ventilation is necessary to keep the skin in the irradiated area clean and dry. Radiation dermatitis can cause patients subjective feelings of pain and discomfort, impacting their quality of life and, in severe cases, even affecting radiotherapy planning.

[0004] Existing treatments for breast cancer radiation dermatitis include: Radiation dermatitis can occur during radiotherapy, and patients are advised to place their hands on their hips and avoid swinging their arms while walking. However, many patients fail to follow these instructions, resulting in severe radiation dermatitis and increased pain. Alternatively, patients may use a support brace, but these straps, which are tied around the chest or waist, have proven unstable in clinical trials, tend to sag, and are insufficient for adequate upper limb opening. Furthermore, the space left in the armpits is insufficient for ventilation.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer to solve the above technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides a device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer.

[0007] The utility model provides a device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer, comprising: a support pad connected to the arm and a fixed pad connected to the abdomen, the support pad and the fixed pad are connected by an arc-shaped connecting belt, the two ends of the upper part of the support pad are respectively connected to the two ends of the velvet belt, and the number of the velvet belts is multiple, the bottom of the fixed pad is connected to the chest and abdomen belt, the chest and abdomen belt is movably connected to the abdomen of the human body, the shoulders on both sides of the human body are respectively wrapped with a first shoulder strap and a second shoulder strap, the first shoulder strap is vertically arranged, the bottom of the first shoulder strap is connected to the bottom end of the fixed pad, the second shoulder strap is inclined, and the bottom of the second shoulder strap is connected to the end face of the connecting belt.

[0008] Preferably, the fixing pad is U-shaped, with two ends of the fixing pad respectively contacting the chest and back of the human body.

[0009] Preferably, the width of the chest and abdomen belt is 10 cm, and the width of the first shoulder strap and the second shoulder strap is 5 cm.

[0010] Preferably, the chest and abdomen belt, the first shoulder strap and the second shoulder strap are made of the same material, and the chest and abdomen belt adopts a high-resilience sponge belt.

[0011] Preferably, the top of the support pad is a curved structure, and the end surface of the support pad is a curved structure.

[0012] Preferably, the end surface of the fixing pad facing the abdomen of the human body is a curved structure, and the end surface of the fixing pad is provided with a buffer layer made of sponge material.

[0013] Compared with related technologies, the device for alleviating breast cancer radiation dermatitis provided by the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. The utility model supports the arm through the support pad, and the velvet belt connected to the support pad is wrapped around the arm to fix the support pad, and the fixing pad is brought into contact with the patient's abdomen, and the fixing belt is fixed by the chest and abdomen belt. The fixing pad and the support pad are not on the same level and are connected by a connecting belt, so that the skin of the upper arm of the patient forms a triangle with the armpit and the chest wall under the armpit, exposing the skin of the armpit, the upper arm and the chest wall under the armpit, reducing friction between the skin and between the skin and clothes, and reducing the occurrence of radiation dermatitis;

[0015] 2. The present invention provides a U-shaped fixing belt, which facilitates contact with the front and rear ends of the human body, thereby increasing the contact surface between the fixing belt and the human body and facilitating the fixing of the fixing belt;

[0016] 3. The utility model provides a curved structure for the top and end surface of the support pad, so that the support pad can be adapted to the shape of the hand, making it difficult for the arm to slide down and increasing the comfort of arm placement. The fixed pad is provided with a curved structure, so that the fixed pad is combined with the chest and abdominal shape, and a cushioning layer made of sponge material is provided, which softly fits the outer skin of the upper chest and abdomen, does not squeeze the outer skin, and makes the outer skin feel comfortable. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a preferred embodiment of a device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer provided by the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of a device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer from a rear perspective is shown;

[0019] Numbers in the figure: 1. Fixed pad; 2. Support pad; 3. Connecting strap; 4. Chest and abdominal strap; 5. First shoulder strap; 6. Second shoulder strap; 7. Velvet strap. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0021] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are also within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined or explained in subsequent drawings.

[0023] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that if the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc. appear, the orientation or position relationship indicated is based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or position relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed when in use. It is only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, if the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. appear, they are only used to distinguish the description and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0024] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "overhanging" does not necessarily imply that the component must be absolutely horizontal or overhanging, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but rather that it can be slightly tilted.

[0025] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "disposed," "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0026] The following describes in detail a novel device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0027] refer to Figures 1 to 2 The utility model provides a device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer, comprising: a device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer, comprising: a support pad 2 connected to the arm and a fixing pad 1 connected to the abdomen, the support pad 2 and the fixing pad 1 are connected by an arc-shaped connecting belt 3, the two ends of the upper part of the support pad 2 are respectively connected to the two ends of the velvet belt 7, and the number of the velvet belts 7 is multiple, the bottom of the fixing pad 1 is connected to the chest and abdomen belt 4, the chest and abdomen belt 4 is movably connected to the abdomen of the human body, and the shoulders on both sides of the human body are respectively wrapped with a first shoulder strap 5 and a second shoulder strap 6, the first shoulder strap 5 is vertically arranged, the bottom of the first shoulder strap 5 is connected to the bottom end of the fixing pad 1, the second shoulder strap 6 is inclined, and the bottom of the second shoulder strap 6 is connected to the end face of the connecting belt 3.

[0028] It should be noted that: the support pad 2 has a supporting effect on the arm, and the velvet belt 7 connected to the support pad 2 can be wrapped around the arm to fix the support pad 2, and the fixing pad 1 is in contact with the patient's abdomen, and the fixing belt is fixed by the chest and abdomen belt 4. The fixing pad 1 and the support pad 2 are not on the same level and are connected by the connecting belt 3, so that the skin of the upper arm of the patient forms a triangle with the armpit and the axillary chest wall, exposing the skin of the upper arm of the armpit and the axillary chest wall, reducing friction between the skin and between the skin and clothes, and protecting and or reducing the occurrence of radiation dermatitis.

[0029] The chest and abdomen strap 4 starts from one end of the bottom of the fixed pad 1 and wraps around the abdomen of the human body, providing support and fixation for the fixed pad 1. The first shoulder strap 5 starts from the bottom of the fixed pad 1 and can be used to pull the fixed pad 1 upward and fix it. The second shoulder strap 6 starts from the lower middle position of the connecting strap 3 and extends upward. When the affected limb is placed on the support pad 2, it will droop outward toward the affected limb. The second shoulder strap 6 can counteract the resistance to balance and distribute the weight on the affected arm and shoulder. The second shoulder strap 6 is designed in the shape of a large half full moon and the velvet shoulder pad is soft and skin-friendly, suitable for patients to wear for long periods of time without being tight.

[0030] In the embodiment of the present utility model, reference Figure 1 As shown, the fixing pad 1 is U-shaped, and the two ends of the fixing pad 1 are respectively located in contact with the chest and back of the human body.

[0031] It should be noted that the U-shaped fixing belt is provided to facilitate contact with the front and rear end surfaces of the human body, thereby increasing the contact area between the fixing belt and the human body and facilitating fixation of the fixing belt.

[0032] In the embodiment of the present utility model, reference Figure 1 As shown, the width of the chest and abdomen belt is 10 cm, and the width of the first shoulder strap 5 and the second shoulder strap 6 is 5 cm.

[0033] In the embodiment of the present utility model, reference Figure 1 As shown, the chest and abdomen belt 4, the first shoulder belt 5 and the second shoulder belt 6 are made of the same material, and the chest and abdomen belt 4 adopts a high-resilience sponge belt.

[0034] It should be noted that by setting the width of the chest and abdomen belt to 10 cm and the width of the first shoulder strap 5 and the second shoulder strap 6 to 5 cm, the pressure on the contact surface between the belt and the human body can be effectively reduced, and the comfort of the contact surface between the belt and the human body can be improved.

[0035] In the embodiment of the present utility model, reference Figure 1 As shown, the top of the support pad 2 is a curved structure, and the end surface of the support pad 2 is a curved structure.

[0036] It should be noted that by setting the top and end surface of the support pad 2 as a curved structure, the support pad 2 can be adapted to the shape of the hand, making it difficult for the arm to slide down and increasing the comfort of arm placement.

[0037] In the embodiment of the present utility model, reference Figure 1 、 Figure 2 As shown, the end surface of the fixing pad 1 facing the abdomen of the human body is a curved structure, and the end surface of the fixing pad 1 is provided with a buffer layer made of sponge material.

[0038] It should be noted that: by setting the fixing pad 1 as a curved structure, the fixing pad 1 can fit the chest and abdomen shape better, and is provided with a cushioning layer made of sponge material, which fits softly to the outer skin of the upper chest and abdomen without squeezing the outer skin, making the outer skin feel comfortable.

[0039] The working principle of the device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer provided by the utility model is as follows:

[0040] The support pad 2 has a supporting effect on the arm, and the velvet belt 7 connected to the support pad 2 can be wrapped around the arm to fix the support pad 2, and the fixing pad 1 can be brought into contact with the patient's abdomen, and the fixing belt can be fixed by the chest and abdomen belt 4. The fixing pad 1 and the support pad 2 are not on the same level and are connected by the connecting belt 3, so that the skin of the upper arm of the patient forms a triangle with the armpit and the axillary chest wall, exposing the skin of the upper arm of the armpit and the axillary chest wall, reducing friction between the skin and between the skin and clothes, and reducing the occurrence of radiation dermatitis.

[0041] The circuits and controls involved in the present invention are all prior art and will not be described in detail here.

[0042] The above description is merely an embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process transformation made by using the contents of the description and drawings of the present invention, or directly or indirectly applied in other related technical fields, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer, characterized in that: include: A support pad (2) connected to an arm and a fixing pad (1) connected to an abdomen, wherein the support pad (2) and the fixing pad (1) are connected via an arc-shaped connecting belt (3), the two ends of the upper part of the support pad (2) are respectively connected to the two ends of a velvet belt (7), and the number of the velvet belts (7) is multiple; the bottom of the fixing pad (1) is connected to a chest and abdomen belt (4), and the chest and abdomen belt (4) is used for being movably connected to the abdomen of a human body, and further comprises a first shoulder strap (5) and a second shoulder strap (6) for respectively connecting to the shoulders of a human body, wherein the bottom of the first shoulder strap (5) is connected to the bottom end of the fixing pad (1), and the bottom of the second shoulder strap (6) is connected to the end surface of the connecting belt (3).

2. The device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing pad (1) is a U-shaped structure, and the two ends of the fixing pad (1) are respectively located in contact with the chest and back of the human body.

3. The device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The width of the chest and abdomen belt (4) is 10 centimeters, and the width of the first shoulder belt (5) and the second shoulder belt (6) are 5 centimeters.

4. The device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The chest and abdomen belt (4), the first shoulder belt (5) and the second shoulder belt (6) are made of the same material, and the chest and abdomen belt (4) is made of a high-resilience sponge belt.

5. The device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the support pad (2) is a curved surface structure, and the end surface of the support pad (2) is a curved surface structure.

6. The device for alleviating radiation dermatitis of breast cancer according to claim 5, characterized in that: The end surface of the fixing pad (1) facing the abdomen of the human body is a curved structure, and the end surface of the fixing pad (1) is provided with a buffer layer made of sponge material.

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