A device for turning over an elderly person

Abstract

The utility model discloses an old man turning-over device relates to medical auxiliary instrument technical field, including frame body part, control part and lifting part, replace manual heavy physical operation: device relies on the drive motor of control part, screw rod and abutment plate cooperation, through motor drive screw rod rotation, drive abutment plate to lift to promote first side plate, second side plate rotation around pivot, realize the mechanical lifting of old man body position and turn over, replace traditional manual auxiliary turning-over's heavy physical labor. Without nursing staff consuming physical strength to move or lift the old man, solve the problem of nursing staff fatigue caused by frequent turning over at night, reduce the work burden of long-term nursing, adapt to the scene of family lack of professional nursing staff.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical assistive device technology, specifically to a turning device for the elderly. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of geriatric care, elderly people who are bedridden for extended periods, or whose mobility is declining due to aging, postoperative recovery, or neurological disorders, often face significant challenges in turning over independently. Maintaining the same lying position for extended periods can easily lead to complications such as bedsores, lung infections, and poor blood circulation, seriously threatening their health. Therefore, regular turning over is a necessary but also strenuous aspect of caring for bedridden elderly individuals.

[0003] In current technology, turning over the elderly mainly relies on manual care. Caregivers manually assist the elderly in adjusting their position, and each turn requires a lot of physical strength. If the person being cared for is heavy or needs to be turned over frequently at night, it can lead to fatigue for caregivers and a heavy burden under long hours of care. At the same time, in home care scenarios, most families lack professional caregivers. Children or caregivers often cannot guarantee the frequency and safety of turning over due to insufficient physical strength or improper operation, which may cause secondary injuries to the elderly such as limb strains or falls from bed during the turning process.

[0004] While existing turning pillows and inflatable turning mats can alleviate the burden of care to some extent, turning pillows have a fixed support angle and still need to be placed under the patient. This operation also requires moving the patient, which is not only more strenuous to move them onto an incline, but also prone to sliding off the incline and losing its support effect. Inflatable turning mats require manual or electric inflation to adjust the angle. Inflation takes time for the air bladder, which is about the same length as the patient's body, to inflate, which is slow. The air in the bladder is also unstable and deforms due to the pressure the elderly person is leaning on, resulting in poor stability. In addition, the soft material of the air cushion does not provide sufficient support for key areas such as the waist and back, and it is easy to slip off during the turning process.

[0005] In summary, current methods of turning over elderly people suffer from problems such as heavy nursing burden and poor applicability of assistive tools. There is a need for a turning device for the elderly that can provide stable support and reduce manual burden, in order to address the shortcomings of existing technologies and improve the quality of care for bedridden elderly people. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the above-mentioned problems in the existing technology, this utility model provides a turning device for the elderly.

[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives and effects, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution:

[0008] An elderly turning device includes a frame, a control unit, and a lifting unit. The frame includes a support rod, a base plate, and a top plate. The base plate is fixedly connected to the lower side of the support rod, and the top plate is fixedly connected to the upper side of the support rod. A control unit is provided between the base plate and the top plate. The control unit includes an abutment plate that is longitudinally slidably connected to the top plate. A lifting unit is provided on the upper side of the abutment plate and the top plate. The lifting unit includes a first side plate and a second side plate. A control unit is provided on the lower side of the first side plate, and the first side plate abuts against the lower abutment plate. A control unit is also provided on the lower side of the second side plate, and the second side plate abuts against the lower abutment plate.

[0009] Furthermore, the support rods are provided in four parts, and the lower side of each support rod is fixedly connected to a movable wheel.

[0010] Furthermore, the control unit includes a motor, which is fixedly connected to the base plate. A screw is provided on the upper side of the motor, and the motor drives the screw to rotate. A positioning plate is threadedly connected to the screw, and the positioning plate is fixedly connected to the abutment plate.

[0011] Furthermore, the top plate has two control holes, which are distributed on both sides of the top plate, and the abutment plate is slidably connected in the control holes of the top plate.

[0012] Furthermore, end plates are fixedly connected to the front and rear ends of the top plate, and a rotating shaft is fixedly connected between the end plates. The first side plate and the second side plate are rotatably connected to the rotating shaft.

[0013] Furthermore, the first and second side plates are staggered at the pivot point to reduce gaps at the pivot point and avoid poor support.

[0014] Furthermore, fixed plates are fixedly connected downwards on both sides of the top plate, and a control panel is fixedly connected to the fixed plates. A wire is fixedly connected between the control panel and the drive motor, and the control panel controls the forward and reverse rotation of the drive motor.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] An elderly turning device can reduce the burden of care and replace manual heavy physical labor: The device relies on the cooperation of a drive motor, screw and abutment plate in the control unit. The motor drives the screw to rotate, which drives the abutment plate to rise and fall, thereby pushing the first side plate and the second side plate to rotate around the axis, realizing the mechanical lifting and turning of the elderly body position, replacing the heavy physical labor of traditional manual assisted turning. This device eliminates the need for caregivers to physically move or lift elderly individuals, addressing the fatigue caused by frequent nighttime turning and reducing the workload of long-term caregivers. It is suitable for families lacking professional caregivers. It avoids the risk of secondary injuries and improves the safety of turning. Compared to existing turning pillows that require manual movement of the elderly for placement and are prone to causing limb strains, this device achieves turning without contact or movement of the elderly person's body. The mechanical structure smoothly lifts the body, avoiding the risks of strains and falls caused by improper manual operation. Furthermore, the first and second side plates are staggered on the pivot, reducing support gaps and ensuring no protruding bumps when lying flat, preventing pressure sores. It also provides stable support and flexible adjustment to suit the needs of different patients. Unlike inflatable turning mats that inflate slowly and suffer from unstable support due to gas deformation, this device features rigid support structures on its first and second side plates. This provides ample support for the elderly person's lower back and waist. Furthermore, the rotation of the screw controlled by the motor adjusts the height of the connecting plate, thereby adjusting the turning angle of the side plates. This adapts to the needs of elderly people with different body types and affected areas, preventing support shifting or slippage. The device is easy to operate, lowering the barrier to entry: the control panel on the fixed plate directly controls the forward and reverse rotation of the drive motor. The operation logic is simple, requiring no professional nursing skills; family caregivers can easily master it, ensuring turning frequency and operational accuracy. In addition, the casters on the underside of the support rods allow the device to be moved to different bedridden locations, expanding its application range.

[0017] Of course, any product implementing this utility model does not necessarily need to achieve all of the advantages described above at the same time. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the elderly turning-over device described in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram showing the structural connection of the support rod, base plate, moving wheel, top plate, and control hole according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the top plate and drive motor according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the top plate, positioning plate, drive motor, and screw structure described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixing plate, control panel, top plate and drive motor described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixing plate and control panel described in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the end plate, the first side plate, the second side plate, and the rotating shaft according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the top plate, end plate, and rotating shaft according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first side plate and the rotating shaft in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second side plate and the rotating shaft in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0030] 1-Support rod, 101-Base plate, 102-Moving wheel, 103-Top plate, 104-Control hole, 105-End plate, 2-Fixing plate, 201-Control panel, 210-Abutting plate, 211-Positioning plate, 220-Drive motor, 221-Screw, 3-First side plate, 301-Second side plate, 302-Rotating shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0032] Example 1

[0033] like Figure 1-10 As shown

[0034] The present invention discloses a turning device for the elderly, comprising a frame, a control unit, and a lifting unit. The frame includes a support rod (1), a base plate (101), and a top plate (103). The base plate (101) is fixedly connected to the lower side of the support rod (1), and the top plate (103) is fixedly connected to the upper side of the support rod (1). A control unit is provided between the base plate (101) and the top plate (103). The control unit includes an abutment plate (210). The top plate (103) is longitudinally slidably connected. The abutment plate (210) and the top plate (103) are provided with a lifting part on the upper side. The lifting part includes a first side plate (3) and a second side plate (301). The first side plate (3) is provided with a control part on the lower side. The first side plate (3) abuts and cooperates with the lower abutment plate (210). The second side plate (301) is provided with a control part on the lower side. The second side plate (301) abuts and cooperates with the lower abutment plate (210).

[0035] The support rod (1) is provided in four parts, and a movable wheel (102) is fixedly connected to the lower side of the support rod (1).

[0036] Example 2

[0037] like Figure 3-9 As shown

[0038] The control unit includes a motor, which is fixedly connected to the base plate (101). A screw (221) is provided on the upper side of the motor. The motor drives the screw (221) to rotate. A positioning plate (211) is threadedly connected to the screw (221). The positioning plate (211) is fixedly connected to the abutment plate (210).

[0039] The top plate (103) has two control holes (104), which are distributed on both sides of the top plate (103). The abutment plate (210) is slidably connected in the control holes (104) of the top plate (103).

[0040] Example 3

[0041] like Figure 7-10 As shown

[0042] The top plate (103) is fixedly connected to the front and rear ends with end plates (105), and a rotating shaft (302) is fixedly connected between the end plates (105). The first side plate (3) and the second side plate (301) are rotatably connected to the rotating shaft (302).

[0043] The first side plate (3) and the second side plate (301) are staggered at the pivot (302) position to reduce the empty space at the pivot (302) position and avoid poor support effect;

[0044] The top plate (103) is fixedly connected to the two sides of the fixed plate (2) downwards. The control panel (201) is fixedly connected to the fixed plate (2). The control panel (201) is fixedly connected to the drive motor (220) with a wire. The control panel (201) controls the drive motor (220) to rotate forward and reverse.

[0045] In summary, this utility model provides a turning device for the elderly, which can reduce the burden of care and replace manual heavy physical labor: the device relies on the drive motor (220), screw (221) and abutment plate (210) of the control unit to cooperate. The motor drives the screw (221) to rotate, which drives the abutment plate (210) to rise and fall, thereby pushing the first side plate (3) and the second side plate (301) to rotate around the rotating shaft (302), realizing the mechanical lifting and turning of the elderly, replacing the heavy physical labor of traditional manual assisted turning. This device eliminates the need for caregivers to physically move or lift elderly individuals, addressing the fatigue caused by frequent nighttime turning and reducing the workload of long-term care. It is suitable for families lacking professional caregivers. It also avoids the risk of secondary injury and improves the safety of turning. Compared to existing turning pillows that require manual movement of the elderly for placement and are prone to causing limb strain, this device achieves turning without contacting or moving the elderly person's body. It uses a mechanical structure to smoothly lift the body, avoiding the risks of strain and falls caused by improper manual operation. Simultaneously, the first side plate (3) and the second side plate (301) are staggered on the pivot (302), reducing support gaps and ensuring no protrusions or depressions when lying flat, thus preventing pressure sores. It also provides stable support and flexible adjustment to meet the needs of different patients, unlike inflatable turning mats. The slow speed and gas deformation can lead to unstable support and insufficient support. The first side plate (3) and the second side plate (301) of this device are rigid support structures, which provide sufficient support for the waist and back of the elderly. The rotation amplitude of the motor control screw (221) can be adjusted to raise and lower the height of the abutment plate (210), thereby adjusting the turning angle of the side plate. This can meet the needs of elderly people with different body types and different diseased parts, and avoid support displacement or slippage. The overall operation is convenient and the threshold of use is reduced: the device directly controls the forward and reverse rotation of the drive motor (220) through the control panel (201) on the fixed plate (2). The operation logic is convenient and no professional nursing skills are required. Family caregivers can easily master it and ensure the turning frequency and operation accuracy. In addition, the design of the moving wheel (102) on the lower side of the support rod (1) of the frame allows the device to be moved to different bed scenarios, expanding the scope of use.

[0046] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," "specific example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0047] The preferred embodiments of this utility model disclosed above are merely illustrative of the present utility model. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the utility model to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of this utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize it. This utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A device for turning an elderly person over, characterized in that: The device includes a frame, a control unit, and a lifting unit. The frame includes a support rod, a base plate, and a top plate. The base plate is fixedly connected to the lower side of the support rod, and the top plate is fixedly connected to the upper side of the support rod. A control unit is provided between the base plate and the top plate. The control unit includes an abutment plate, which is longitudinally slidably connected to the top plate. A lifting unit is provided on the upper side of the abutment plate and the top plate. The lifting unit includes a first side plate and a second side plate. A control unit is provided on the lower side of the first side plate, and the first side plate abuts against the lower abutment plate. A control unit is provided on the lower side of the second side plate, and the second side plate abuts against the lower abutment plate.

2. The elderly turning-over device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The support rods are provided in four parts, and the lower side of each support rod is fixedly connected to a movable wheel.

3. The geriatric roll-over device of claim 2 wherein: The control unit includes a motor, which is fixedly connected to the base plate. A screw is provided on the upper side of the motor, and the motor drives the screw to rotate. A positioning plate is threadedly connected to the screw, and the positioning plate is fixedly connected to the abutment plate.

4. The geriatric roll-over device of claim 3 wherein: The top plate has two control holes, which are distributed on both sides of the top plate. The abutment plate is slidably connected to the control holes in the top plate.

5. The geriatric roll-over device of claim 4 wherein: The top plate is fixedly connected to end plates at both ends, and a rotating shaft is fixedly connected between the end plates. The first side plate and the second side plate are rotatably connected to the rotating shaft.

6. The elderly turning-over device as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The first side plate and the second side plate are staggered at the pivot position.

7. The elderly turning-over device as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The top plate is fixedly connected to two downward sides with fixed plates. A control panel is fixedly connected to the fixed plates. A wire is fixedly connected between the control panel and the drive motor. The control panel controls the drive motor to rotate forward and backward.

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