Wrist or ankle bandage

Abstract

The invention relates to a wrist or ankle joint bandage with a strap, the strap having at least two elastic sections and at least one non-elastic section between the two elastic sections, a second end of the strap being reversibly fastenable to the strap or to a tube, and / or the strap being at least 40 cm long.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a wrist or ankle joint bandage with straps. Background Technology

[0002] The distal joints of the limbs (i.e., wrists and ankles) are mobile connections between the limb trunk (i.e., forearm or lower leg) and the limb base and extremities (i.e., hands and feet). These joints are susceptible to overload and degenerative diseases, such as during exercise or due to aging, which can lead to pain. Therefore, these joints are often bandaged preventively or therapeutically.

[0003] A wide variety of wrist and ankle bandages are disclosed in the prior art. These bandages are typically based on tubular knitted fabrics, which may be fitted with short compression bands around the wrist, as seen in patent documents DE 20 2012 004 652 U1 or EP2090 273 A2. Such bandages usually also have associated stabilizing bars to restrain flexion movements. For these bandages, there is always a trade-off between high stability and simultaneously high freedom of movement. The stabilizing bars can also be cumbersome. Such bars can be particularly inconvenient during casual sports activities such as volleyball or handball, and during everyday activities such as cycling or driving. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem of this invention is to provide a joint bandage, particularly a wrist bandage and an ankle bandage, with improved functionality, especially in ensuring both a high degree of freedom of movement and high joint stability. The bandage design should remain as simple as possible to ensure ease of use, especially when worn.

[0005] The present invention addresses its technical problem through the subject matter of the independent claims.

[0006] The present invention relates to a wrist or ankle joint bandage, comprising a band having a first end and a second end, wherein the band has at least two elastic segments and at least one non-elastic segment between the two elastic segments, wherein the second end of the band is fastened or reversibly fastened to the band or tube.

[0007] The present invention also relates to a wrist or ankle joint bandage, comprising an elastic tube and a strap, wherein the tube comprises a first half-tube having a first end and a second half-tube having a second end, wherein the strap has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the strap is fastened or can be fastened to the first half-tube, wherein the second end of the strap is reversibly fastened to the strap or the first half-tube, characterized in that, in the application state, the first end of the strap is fastened to the first half-tube and positioned on the limb trunk, and the strap extends distally from the first end across the distal joint of the limb to the limb base, wraps around the limb base or limb tip internally, extends from the dorsal side of the distal joint of the limb to the limb trunk in a self-crossing manner, surrounds the limb trunk, and is reversibly fastened to the strap or the first half-tube in the limb trunk region with the second end.

[0008] The present invention also relates to a joint bandage for distal joints (i.e., wrists or ankles) of the limbs, comprising an elastic tube and a band, wherein the tube comprises a first half-tube having a first end and a second half-tube having a second end, wherein the band has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the band is fastened or can be fastened to the first half-tube, and wherein the second end of the band is fastened to or can be reversibly fastened to the band or the first half-tube, characterized in that the band is at least 40 cm long.

[0009] The results show that the bandage of the present invention can be applied to the wrist or ankle, thereby achieving advantageous joint stability through the bandage itself, eliminating the need for stabilizing strips when necessary. The bandage provides stability while maintaining good freedom of movement. When the hand or foot moves to the restricted / supported area permitted by the bandage element, the workload increases as one must overcome the reaction force generated by the bandage. The bandage of the present invention allows for advantageous placement on the forearm / hand or lower leg / foot, a process that significantly enhances stability even without stabilizing strips compared to simply wrapping the bandage around the joint.

[0010] In the context of this invention, an extremity end joint includes the wrist and ankle, also known as the ankle joint. The zygopodium encompasses the forearm and lower leg, the basipodium encompasses the carpal and tarsal bones, and the metapodium encompasses the metacarpal and metatarsal bones. This invention relates to bandages for human use, but also to bandages for other mammals.

[0011] This invention relates to medical joint bandages and sports bandages. Specifically, it relates to wrist bandages and / or ankle bandages.

[0012] The joint bandage of the present invention may or may not be equipped with tubing.

[0013] In the first embodiment, the joint bandage of the present invention does not have a tube and preferably only includes a strap.

[0014] In this first embodiment, the present invention particularly relates to a wrist or ankle joint bandage, comprising a band having a first end and a second end, the band having at least two elastic segments and at least one inelastic segment between the two elastic segments, wherein the second end of the band is fastened or preferably reversibly fastened to the band.

[0015] Preferably, the strap has a fixing segment that extends around the limb, particularly the forearm or lower leg, and the fixing segment has two regions that can be connected to each other, so that the fixing segment can be fixed to the limb, particularly the forearm or lower leg, by connecting the two regions. The strap can be fixed to itself by a loop structure / loop bandage on the wrist, thereby forming an "anchor" to secure the strap to itself.

[0016] Preferably, the strap has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the strap is formed by a fixing segment and can be fastened to the limb trunk, and the second end of the strap can be reversibly fastened to the strap, wherein, in the application state, the first end of the strap is positioned on the limb trunk by the fixing segment, and the strap extends distally from the first end across the distal joint of the limb to the limb base, passes inwardly around the limb base or limb tip, extends from the dorsal side of the wrist or ankle to the limb trunk to form a cross, surrounds the limb trunk, and is reversibly fastened to the strap in the limb trunk region with the second end.

[0017] In an alternative embodiment, a strap is associated with a tubular fitting. Such tubular fittings are well known to those skilled in the art. Preferably, the tubular fitting bridges the wrist or ankle.

[0018] The present invention also relates to a wrist or ankle joint bandage, comprising a tube and a strap having a first end and a second end, the strap having at least two elastic segments and at least one inelastic segment between the two elastic segments, wherein the second end of the strap can be reversibly fastened to the strap or tube.

[0019] The present invention also relates to a joint bandage, comprising an elastic tube and a band, wherein the tube comprises a first half tube having a first end and a second half tube having a second end, wherein the band has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the band is fastened or can be fastened to the first half tube, the second end of the band is reversibly fastened to the band or the first half tube, and the band is at least 40 cm long.

[0020] The present invention also relates to a wrist or ankle joint bandage, comprising an elastic tube and a band, wherein the tube comprises a first half-tube having a first end and a second half-tube having a second end, wherein the band has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the band is fastened or can be fastened to the first half-tube, wherein the second end of the band is reversibly fastened to the band or the first half-tube, characterized in that, in the application state, the first end of the band is fastened to the first half-tube and positioned on the limb trunk, and the band extends distally from the first end across the distal joint of the limb to the limb base, wraps around the limb base or limb tip on the inner side, extends from the dorsal side of the distal joint of the limb to the limb trunk in a self-crossing manner, surrounds the limb trunk, and is reversibly fastened to the band or the first half-tube in the limb trunk region with the second end.

[0021] Preferably, the fitting is made of neoprene, woven fabric, or knitted fabric, such as woven or braided fabric. Preferably, the fitting has a proximal opening. The fitting may have a distal opening or be designed as a glove or stocking. Preferably, the fitting also has an additional separate opening for the thumb or big toe.

[0022] Preferably, the joint bandage does not contain a stabilizing strip. Surprisingly, in the joint bandage of the present invention, particularly in joint bandages with tubular components, a stabilizing strip can be omitted, and sufficient stability can still be achieved through the bandage guidance provided by the straps of the present invention. However, if necessary, an additional stabilizing strip can be inserted, at least temporarily, into the joint bandage, particularly the tubular component.

[0023] The joint bandage may have a tensioner on the tube. This tensioner may be used to pre-form and / or tension the tube body, making the tube easier to tighten. Even if the tensioner is designed as a bar, it is not a stabilizing bar, because the tensioner, due to its shape and positioning on the joint bandage, will not, should not, and cannot assume a joint stabilizing function, but only to prevent the tube from deforming in an undesirable manner, especially under compression.

[0024] Gaskets can be provided for pipe fittings if necessary.

[0025] Preferably, the strap is at least 40 cm long. According to the invention, when the joint bandage is worn, the strap, at least 40 cm long, allows the bandage to wrap around the forearm / lower leg, hand / foot, and the joints therein.

[0026] The first end of the band is fastened to a tube or to itself in the limb region. The fastening of the first band can be reversible, for example, via hook-and-loop fasteners or snap-on fasteners. The band can also be permanently fastened to a tube or to itself at its first end to form a loop. As described herein, the band encircles the distal joints of the limbs.

[0027] Preferably, the second end of the belt can be reversibly fastened to the belt or tube. For example, if the belt and / or tube are provided with areas that allow the second end of the belt to be positioned in different locations, such as hook and loop fastener areas, then the reversible fastening can loosen the fastening and tension the belt in an advantageous manner.

[0028] Preferably, the strap has at least two elastic segments and at least one inelastic segment between the two elastic segments. Preferably, the strap has alternating elastic and inelastic segments. Using a fully elastic stretch strap can result in uncomfortable tightness, especially in the thumb or big toe area. With a fully inelastic strap, the hand or foot may be too tightly secured, compromising adjustable stability. Combining elastic and inelastic segments in the strap advantageously overcomes these problems.

[0029] Preferably, the elastic section of the bandage is elastically stretchable. When the bandage is tightened by pulling it during bandage application, the elastically stretchable section allows the bandage to extend in certain sections, and when the bandage is removed, the bandage returns to its relaxed basic state.

[0030] Preferably, at least one elastic segment of the strap is not orthogonal to the pivot axis of the affected wrist or ankle. The angle between at least one elastic segment of the strap and the pivot axis is preferably 30 to 180 degrees, more preferably 35 to 170 degrees, particularly preferably 40 to 50 degrees, and especially about 45 degrees.

[0031] Preferably, the elastic section of the belt extends to the second end of the belt or to the fastening area at the second end of the belt.

[0032] Preferably, at least one elastic segment of the strap extends beyond the back of the hand or palm, or beyond the instep or sole.

[0033] Preferably, at least one elastic segment of the strap extends over the back of the hand or palm, or over the instep or sole, and / or at least one non-elastic segment extends along the edge of the hand or foot. Preferably, at least one non-elastic segment extends along the edge of the hand or foot.

[0034] Those skilled in the art are aware of the applicable materials for belts and the elastic and inelastic sections of belts.

[0035] Preferably, the strap has at least one narrowed section. The narrowed section is positioned on the strap so as to be located in the thumb or big toe area when worn. The narrowing occurs in the area between the thumb and index finger or between the big toe and an adjacent toe, allowing for an advantageous adaptation to narrow spaces between the fingers or toes. The narrowing may be in the form of an arc or may be formed by a narrow section of the strap. Alternatively, the strap may also have an eyelet at this location through which the thumb or big toe can be inserted.

[0036] Preferably, the narrowing segment is an inelastic segment.

[0037] Preferably, at least one section of the belt is parallelogram-shaped, curved, or folded. Preferably, the belt has at least one parallelogram-shaped section. The parallelogram-shaped, curved, or folded section forms an oblique course in the belt's direction, resulting in a particularly suitable route for the belt in the joint region.

[0038] Preferably, the segments that are parallelogram-shaped, curved, or folded are non-elastic segments.

[0039] Preferably, the elastic segment is located between the inelastic narrowing segment and the inelastic segment in the form of a parallelogram, bend, or fold.

[0040] Preferably, the belt has at least one narrowed section and at least one parallelogram-shaped, curved, or pleated section.

[0041] Preferably, the belt has a first elastic segment, a first non-elastic segment, a second elastic segment, a second non-elastic segment and a third elastic segment in sequence, wherein one section of the first non-elastic segment is parallelogram-shaped or curved or folded, and the second non-elastic segment has a narrowing section.

[0042] Preferably, the first elastic segment is further equipped with a non-elastic front segment.

[0043] Preferably, the belt comprises at least two belt components that are reversibly connected to each other.

[0044] Preferably, the belt includes a first belt component having a first end and a second belt component having a second end, wherein the second belt component is elastic.

[0045] Preferably, the first and second strap components are reversibly connected to each other via a third end on the first and a fourth end on the second. Preferably, the fourth end on the second strap component includes a connector, allowing the second strap component to be reversibly fastened to the tube without passing through the first strap component. In this preferred embodiment, the second strap component can be used without the first strap component, for example, as a loop placed around the wrist or ankle. This allows the bandage to adapt well to the patient's rehabilitation process or the wearer's activity level without being affected by rehabilitation. Specifically, in a first treatment step, both strap components as described herein are used; then, in a second optional treatment step, only the second strap component is used as a loop around the wrist or ankle; and in a third optional treatment step, the tube is used as a compression loop. However, in other situations, such as during exercise or driving, this method of wearing and removing a bandage with the first strap component is also very advantageous.

[0046] Of course, the straps can also be molded in one piece, for example, if only the strap direction described in this article is needed for prevention or treatment.

[0047] In another embodiment, the wrist or ankle joint bandage of the present invention includes a band having a first end and a second end, the band having at least two elastic segments and at least one inelastic segment between the two elastic segments, wherein the second end of the band is fastened or reversibly fastened to the band. In this embodiment, a tube may or may not be provided. In this embodiment, the band can loop around the hand / foot, passing between the thumb / big toe and the index finger / second toe. The elastic segments of the band are positioned on the palm or outer surface of the hand or foot, and the two inelastic segments are positioned on the edge of the hand or foot, thereby ensuring positioning and preventing cuts. The loop is formed by connecting the second end of the band to the middle section of the band. From this connection area to the first end of the band, the band extends across the joint to the forearm or lower leg. On the forearm or lower leg, the first end of the band is connected to a possibly relatively short tube, or the first end of the band forms the aforementioned fixing segment, allowing the band to be directly connected to the forearm or lower leg. The connection area of ​​the loop can be positioned on the top or bottom side of the hand or foot, depending on which direction of movement is to be restricted.

[0048] Those skilled in the art can readily combine the above elements of various embodiments of the joint bandage of the present invention.

[0049] For more preferred embodiments, please refer to the examples, drawings and dependent claims, but these should not be construed as limiting.

[0050] As the hands and feet move into the restricted / supported area permitted by the bandage element, the workload increases as they overcome the reaction force generated by the bandage. The applied force continues to increase until no further movement is possible in the restricted / supported direction. Starting from a certain joint position, the guide strap generates a lasso-like reaction force, tightening further under load, thereby securing the object more firmly. Therefore, in the illustrated embodiment, the stabilizing strip can be advantageously omitted. Attached Figure Description

[0051] In the picture:

[0052] Figure 1 illustrates an embodiment of a wrist bandage with tubular fittings according to the present invention;

[0053] Figure 2 shows the first component of the belt of the present invention;

[0054] Figure 3 shows the second component of the belt shown in Figure 2;

[0055] Figure 4 illustrates two alternative embodiments of the belt;

[0056] Figure 5 The second component of the belt shown in Figure 3 is illustrated.

[0057] Figures 6 to 10 The steps for fastening the strip to the tube are shown;

[0058] Figure 11 illustrates the force transmission during hand movements;

[0059] Figures 12 to 16 Different schematic diagrams of the ankle bandage of the present invention are shown;

[0060] Figure 17 shows an alternative embodiment of the wrist bandage;

[0061] Figure 18 illustrates other possible uses of the alternative embodiments shown in Figure 17. Detailed Implementation

[0062] Figure 1 shows a wrist bandage 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, having a tube 50 on the right wrist 1000. The band 10 of the present invention is fastened to the tube 50 for stabilizing the wrist 1000 around the area of ​​the forearm 1001 adjacent to the wrist 1000, the wrist 1000, and the hand 1002. Figure 1a A wrist bandage 100 is shown on the back of the hand. Figure 1bA wrist bandage 100 on the palm is shown. A tube 50 includes a first half-tube with a first end 51 and a second half-tube with a second end 52, the second end 52 having an additional opening 53 for the thumb. A strap 10 has a first end 11 and a second end 12. The first end 11 of the strap 10 is fastened to the first half-tube 51 by a hook and loop fastener, and the second end 12 of the strap 10 is fastened to the strap 10 or reversibly fastened to the first half-tube 51 by a hook and loop fastener; in this example, it is fastened to the strap 10. The first end of the strap 10 is fastened to the first half-tube 51 and positioned on the forearm 1001. The strap 10 extends distally from the first end across the wrist 1000 to the back of the hand 1002, wraps around the hand 1002 on the palm side, and then extends into the space between the thumb and forefinger. From there, the strap 10 extends dorsally across the wrist 1000 to the forearm 1001 and crosses itself. The bandage 10 is wrapped around the forearm 1001 and secured to itself via a hook and loop fastener at its second end 12 in the area of ​​the forearm near the wrist. The force applied by the bandage 10 can be adjusted by tensioning the bandage 10 and positioning the second end 12 accordingly. This bandage requires no stabilizing strips.

[0063] Figure 2 shows the strap 10 of the joint bandage of the present invention shown in Figure 1. Figure 2a The outer side of the belt 10 is shown. Figure 2b The inner side of the strap 10 is shown. The strap 10, in its unstretched state, is approximately 64 cm long and has multiple alternating elastic and inelastic segments. A first inelastic segment 13 is located at the first end 11, through which the strap 10 can be fastened to the tube via a hook and loop fastener 11a. Next is a first elastic segment 14. Next is a second inelastic segment 15, designed in a parallelogram shape, which causes displacement of the strap's direction. Next is a shorter second elastic segment 16, followed by a third inelastic segment 17, which has a narrowing in the form of a slit arc 17c. In the application state, this narrowing is located between the thumb and forefinger, allowing the strap 10 to rest comfortably in this area. Next is another shorter third elastic segment 18, which connects to a longer fourth elastic segment 20 via a hook and loop fastener 19. The fourth elastic segment 20 terminates at the no-longer-visible second end 12 of the strap 10 via a hook and loop fastener.

[0064] Hook and loop fastener 19 divides the strap 10 into a first part 21 and a second part 22.

[0065] The elastic sections 14, 16, 18, and 20 of the bandage 10 allow the bandage 10 to achieve the necessary stretching in the application state, while the non-elastic sections 13, 15, 17, and 19 of the bandage ensure the necessary force transmission of the bandage, thereby helping to stabilize the wrist. The non-elastic sections are especially useful for making it difficult or impossible to move the hand to an undesirable position, especially an unhealthy position.

[0066] Figure 3 shows the strap 10 of the joint bandage of the present invention shown in Figure 1. Figure 3a The outer side of the belt 10 is shown. Figure 3b The inner side of the belt 10 is shown. The entire second component 22 can be seen in the figure, with its fourth elastic segment 20 terminating at the second end 12 of the belt 10 and the hook and loop fastener 12a thereon. The hook and loop fastener 19a of the fourth elastic segment 20 is reversibly connected to the hook and loop fastener 19b of the first component 21 (not fully shown), where only the ends of the third elastic segment 18 and the third non-elastic segment 17 are visible.

[0067] Figure 4 schematically illustrates a first simplified alternative embodiment (10a) and a second simplified alternative embodiment (10b) of the belt shown in Figures 2 and 3. Figure 4a In the middle, the belt 10a includes only a first elastic segment 14a, a second elastic segment 20a and an intermediate non-elastic segment 17a between them, which has a narrowing for the interfinal space. Figure 4b An embodiment of a belt 10b is shown, which has a first elastic segment 14b, a first non-elastic segment 15b in the shape of a parallelogram, a shorter elastic middle segment 16b, a second elastic segment 17b with a narrowing, and an elastic tail segment 20b.

[0068] Figure 5 The second component 22 of the belt is shown, having a fourth elastic segment 20. One end of the belt has a hook and loop fastener 19a with a fish-mouth hook and loop for securely connecting the second component 22 to the first component, while the other end (i.e. the second end 12 of the belt) has a hook and loop fastener 12a for fastening to the belt or tube.

[0069] Figures 6 to 10 The steps for placing the strap 10 onto the tube 50 of the joint bandage 10 of the present invention are shown.

[0070] Figure 6 The first step is shown, in which the strap 10 is fastened to the first half-tube 51 of the tube 50 via a hook and loop fastener at the first end 11 of the strap 10. The first non-elastic segment 13 extends obliquely toward the distal wrist. It can also be seen that the tensioner 54 is inserted into or applied to the knitted fabric to prevent the stretched tube from contracting, but does not help stabilize the joint.

[0071] The fixing point of the first end 11 of the strap 10 should be as far away from the wrist pivot point as possible. This fixing point forms a large lever, effectively limiting flexion movement. At this point, the prestress of the strap system can be adjusted by varying degrees of back extension. In this step, the stronger the user's back extension, the more stable the hand. The tighter the base 10 is pulled, the more effectively it prevents hand flexion / drooping.

[0072] Figure 7This illustrates how the strap 10 is further guided across the back of the hand, with the first inelastic segment 13 and the first elastic segment 14 located on the back of the hand, and the second inelastic segment 15 located on the outer edge of the hand. The strap 10 is deflected into the palm, as close as possible to the metacarpophalangeal joint of the little finger. This improves the force on the wrist and creates maximum leverage. Simultaneously, the second inelastic segment 15 is not sharp, so the position of the strap 10 at the metacarpophalangeal joint is not obtrusive. The first elastic segment 14 on the back of the hand also slightly restricts radial movement.

[0073] Figure 8 The hand is shown, with the base 10 originating from the second inelastic segment 15 on the left, and the second elastic segment 16 passing through the palm and the second half-tube 52 of the tube 50. Next, a third inelastic segment 17, with its arcuate narrowing 17c, wraps around the back of the hand between the thumb and index finger. Despite the narrowing 17c, this segment is inelastic and wide enough to eliminate any sharpness. The tensile load occurring during flexion and extension is distributed over the largest possible area. Alternatively, the third inelastic segment 17 can also be designed with a thumb opening. Thus, the force will be distributed to the thumb muscles. The third inelastic segment 17 also ensures that the thumb is in an ideal defensive posture.

[0074] from Figure 9 The back of the hand can be seen in the image. The third non-elastic segment 17 is followed by the third elastic segment 18, which allows radial ulnar movement to be restricted while also helping to bear the load during flexion. The first component 21 forms a triangle in the hand region that absorbs flexion movement. The first component 21 terminates at the back of the hand and is connected via hook and loop 19 to the second component 22, which includes the fourth elastic segment 20.

[0075] It can be seen how the third elastic segment 18, hook and loop fastener 19 and the fourth elastic segment 20 intersect with the first non-elastic segment 13 and the first elastic segment 14.

[0076] Figure 10 This shows how the fourth elastic segment 20 wraps around the edge of the ulna of the forearm. Applying the second component 22 radially in this way can cause additional compression and stability, and also stabilize and relieve the carpal tunnel and carpal ligaments. The second component 22 can be fastened to the strap 10 or the tube 50 at the second end 12 via the hook and loop fastener 12a, thus obtaining the strap orientation shown in Figure 1.

[0077] Because the belt is divided into elastic and inelastic segments, the force transmission during palmar flexion is restricted, but hand movement is unrestricted during extension. The hand can then move freely in this direction.

[0078] Figure 11 illustrates radial motion of the hand ( Figure 11a ) or inchwise motion ( Figure 11bThe force transmitted by the belt 10 is 70. When the hand makes radial movement, the force is buffered by the first elastic segment, which allows radial movement but only stably limits it. When the hand makes ulnar movement, the force is buffered by the third and fourth elastic segments, which allows ulnar movement but only stably limits it.

[0079] Figures 12 to 16 An embodiment of the ankle bandage 200 according to the invention, with a tube 250, is schematically shown on the right ankle 2000. The band 210 of the invention is fastened to the tube 250 for stabilizing the ankle 2000 around the lower leg 2001 adjacent to the ankle 2000, the ankle 2000, and the foot 2002. The tube 250 includes a first half-tube having a first end 251 and a second half-tube having a second end 252. The band 210 has a first end 211 and a second end 212. The first end 211 of the band 210 is fastened to the first half-tube 251 by a hook and loop fastener, and the second end 212 of the band 210 is fastened to the band 210 or reversibly fastened to the first half-tube 251 by a hook and loop fastener; in this example, it is fastened to the band 210. The first end of the band 210 is fastened to the first half-tube 251 and positioned on the lower leg 2001. The strap 210 extends distally from the first end, crossing the ankle 2000 to the instep 2002, and then wraps around the foot 2002 on the sole side 2003. From there, the strap 210 extends backward across the ankle 2000 to the lower leg 2001 and crosses itself. The strap 210 then wraps around the lower leg 2001 and is secured to itself via a hook and loop fastener at the second end 212 in the area of ​​the lower leg near the ankle.

[0080] The direction of the strap 210 shown in this figure corresponds to the direction of the hand straps shown in Figures 1 to 11, except that the strap does not extend in the space between the big toe and the adjacent toes, but such a design is also feasible. The strap 210 also has elastic and inelastic segments, and their positioning relative to the legs and feet corresponds to the positioning of the aforementioned segments relative to the arms. For example, the elastic segment is on the sole of the foot, as is the second end region of the strap, while the inelastic segment is on the side of the foot. In this embodiment, the strap 210 is a single piece and does not have separable components. Those skilled in the art can transfer all other aspects of the wrist bandage 100 illustrated to the ankle bandage 200.

[0081] Figures 17 and 18 schematically illustrate another embodiment of the wrist bandage 300 of the present invention, in which a short tube 350 is provided on the right wrist 1000. The band 310 of the present invention is fastened to the tube 350. Figure 17a and Figure 18a A wrist bandage 300 is shown on the back of the hand. Figure 17b and Figure 18bA wrist bandage 300 on the palm of the hand is shown. The bandage 310 has a first end 311 and a second end 312, wherein the first end 311 of the bandage 310 is fastened to the tube 350 via a hook and loop fastener, and the second end 312 of the bandage 310 is fastened to the bandage 310. This bandage also requires no stabilizing strip.

[0082] The strap 310 also has elastic and non-elastic sections, whose positioning relative to the arm substantially corresponds to the positioning of the wrist bandages shown in Figures 1 to 11, even if the strap orientation differs. For example, Figure 17b The middle part of the palm is the elastic segment. Figure 18a The back of the hand has an elastic section, as does the second end of the band, while the side of the hand has a non-elastic section. In this embodiment, the band 210 is a single piece and does not have separable components. Those skilled in the art can apply all other aspects of the exemplary wrist bandage 100 to the illustrated embodiment 300.

Claims

1. A joint bandage (100, 200) for the wrist (1000) or ankle (2000), comprising a band member (10, 210) having a first end (11, 211) and a second end (12, 212), wherein, The belt (10, 210) has at least two elastic segments (14, 16) and at least one non-elastic segment (15) between the two elastic segments (14, 16), wherein the second end (12, 212) of the belt (10, 210) is fastened or reversibly fastened to the belt (10, 210) or the tube (50, 250). Its features are, The belt (10, 210) has a first elastic segment (14), a first non-elastic segment (15), a second elastic segment (16), a second non-elastic segment (17) and a third elastic segment (18) in sequence, wherein one section of the first non-elastic segment (15) is parallelogram-shaped or curved or folded, and wherein the second non-elastic segment (17) has a narrowing.

2. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 1, wherein, The strap (10, 210) has a fixing segment that can extend around the limb (1001, 2001), and the fixing segment has two regions that can be connected to each other, such that the fixing segment can be fixed to the limb (1001, 2001) by connecting the two regions.

3. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 2, wherein, The strap (10, 210) has a first end (11, 211) and a second end (12, 212), wherein the first end (11, 211) of the strap (10, 210) is formed by the fixing segment and can be fastened to the limb shaft (1001, 2001), wherein the second end (12, 212) of the strap (10, 210) is reversibly fastened to the strap (10, 210), wherein, in the application state, the first end (11, 211) of the strap (10, 210) is positioned on the limb shaft (1001, 2001) by the fixing segment, and the strap (10, 210) extends distally from its first end (11, 211) across the distal joints (1000, 2000) to the limb base (1002, 2002), which passes around the base of the limb (1002, 2002) or the tip of the limb (2003) on the inside, extends from the back of the wrist (1000) or ankle (2000) to the shaft (1001, 2001) and crosses itself, surrounds the shaft (1001, 2001) and is reversibly fastened to the strap (10, 210) in the area of ​​the shaft (1001, 2001) at the second end (12, 212).

4. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 1, comprising an elastic tube (50, 250) and a strap (10, 210), wherein, The tubular fittings (50, 250) include a first half-tube (51, 251) having a first end and a second half-tube (52, 252) having a second end, wherein the belt (10, 210) has a first end (11, 211) and a second end (12, 212), wherein the first end (11, 211) of the belt (10, 210) is fastened or can be fastened to the first half-tube (51, 251), wherein the second end (12, 212) of the belt (10, 210) is reversibly fastened to the belt (10, 210) or the first half-tube (51, 251), characterized in that, in the application state, the first end of the belt (10, 210) is fastened to the first half-tube (51, 251) and positioned on the limb (1001, 2001), and the belt (10, 210) Extends distally from its first end across the distal joints (1000, 2000) to the limb base (1002, 2002), inside around the limb base (1002, 2002) or limb tip (2003), extends from the dorsal side of the distal joints (1000, 2000) to the limb shaft (1001, 2001) to form a cross, surrounds the limb shaft (1001, 2001) and is reversibly fastened at its second end (12, 212) within the region of the limb shaft (1001, 2001) to the belt (10, 210) or the first half tube (51, 251).

5. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 1, wherein, At least one elastic segment of the band (10, 210) extends over the back of the hand or palm or over the instep or sole; and / or wherein at least one non-elastic segment extends along the edge of the hand or foot.

6. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 1, wherein, The first elastic segment (14) is also equipped with an inelastic front segment (13).

7. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 1, wherein, The belt (10, 210) includes at least two belt components that are reversibly connected to each other.

8. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 1, wherein, The belt (10, 210) includes a first belt component containing the first end (11, 211) and a second belt component containing the second end (12, 212), wherein the second belt component is elastic.

9. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 8, wherein, The first belt component and the second belt component can be reversibly connected to each other via a third end on the first belt component and a fourth end on the second belt component.

10. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 1, wherein, The joint bandages (100, 200) do not have stabilizing strips.

11. The joint bandage (100, 200) according to claim 9, wherein, The fourth end of the second belt component includes a connector, through which the second belt component can be reversibly fastened to the tube (50, 250) without passing through the first belt component.

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