Macromolecular splint with temperature monitoring function for radial fracture

Abstract

The invention provides a macromolecular splint with temperature monitoring for radius fracture, comprising: a splint body for fitting and fixing a radius fracture part; the miniature temperature sensor module is arranged in the near-radius area of the splint body and used for detecting the skin temperature of the area; and the signal processing and prompting system is electrically connected with the micro temperature sensor module and is used for receiving the temperature data and sending a prompting signal to the patient in a visual manner when detecting that the temperature is abnormal. The monitoring method comprises the following steps: fixing the macromolecular splint at the fracture part of the radius of the forearm; the micro temperature sensor module is started to detect the skin temperature; the temperature data is received and analyzed through the signal processing and prompting system, and a prompting signal is immediately sent to a patient once temperature abnormity is found. The self-management ability of the patient is improved in an intelligent mode, the medical efficiency is improved, and the fracture healing process is promoted.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the technical field of intelligent polymer splints, in particular to a polymer splint for radius fracture with temperature monitoring. Background Art

[0002] There are two main fixation methods for radial fractures: conservative treatment and surgical treatment. If the displacement of the radial fracture is not obvious, or if it can maintain good alignment after manual reduction, conservative treatment can be considered. In conservative treatment, commonly used external fixation methods include plaster fixation and polymer splint fixation. Among them, polymer splints have the advantages of being light, breathable, and not prone to allergies.

[0003] When using polymer splints to fix radial fractures, it is necessary to ensure that the fracture site is well aligned, maintain appropriate tightness, and conduct regular rechecks. The following situations may occur during the fixation process using polymer splints: if the splint is too tight, it may compress blood vessels, affect blood circulation, and cause a drop in local temperature; an inflammatory reaction may occur at the injured site, causing a rise in temperature; swelling at the injured site may loosen the splint and reduce the fixation effect. Therefore, being able to observe the fixation of the splint and detect temperature changes at the injured site in a timely manner is beneficial for patients to adjust the splint to maintain the fixation effect and rehabilitation effect.

[0004] At present, the fixation of the splint mainly depends on the patient's own judgment and regular review. The patient's own judgment may be inaccurate due to the pain during the recovery period, or the patient may neglect to pay attention to the splint condition of the fracture due to other practical reasons. Regular review is relatively limited, and it is impossible to observe the temperature change and tightness of the injury in real time. Therefore, it is necessary to improve the existing technology. Summary of the invention

[0005] The present invention provides a polymer splint for radius fracture with temperature monitoring function, which is used to solve the above problems.

[0006] A technical solution adopted by the present invention is to provide a polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring, comprising:

[0007] The splint body is used to fit and fix the radial fracture site;

[0008] A micro temperature sensor module is arranged in the proximal radius region of the splint body and is used to detect the skin temperature in the region;

[0009] The signal processing and prompting system is electrically connected to the micro temperature sensor module, and is used to receive temperature data. When abnormal temperature is detected, a prompting signal is visually sent to the patient to instruct the patient to adjust the tightness of the splint or seek medical treatment in time.

[0010] Furthermore, the signal processing and prompting system includes a microprocessor and a display screen. The microprocessor is electrically connected to the micro temperature sensor module and the display screen. The skin temperature of the area is displayed in real time on the display screen. When a temperature abnormality is detected, the display screen flashes.

[0011] Furthermore, the microprocessor, display screen and micro temperature sensor module are integrated together and detachably arranged on the clamp body, and can be removed when replacing or re-fixing the clamp.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a wireless communication module for transmitting the detected temperature data to a remote medical platform or a terminal device of medical staff in real time to achieve remote monitoring and timely medical guidance.

[0013] Another technical solution adopted by the present invention is to provide a temperature monitoring method for a polymer splint for radial fracture, comprising the following steps:

[0014] Fix the polymer splint to the radial fracture site of the forearm;

[0015] Start the micro temperature sensor module to detect the skin temperature of the radial area in real time;

[0016] The signal processing and prompt system receives and analyzes temperature data, and immediately sends a prompt signal to the patient once abnormal temperature is found;

[0017] According to the prompt signal, the patient or medical staff adjusts the tightness of the splint or takes other necessary medical measures.

[0018] Furthermore, when the temperature is detected to be too high, the display screen flashes to remind the patient to pay attention to the inflammation and seek medical treatment in time; when the temperature is detected to be too low or there is no valid temperature data for a long time, the patient is prompted to check and adjust the tightness of the splint to maintain the fixation effect and ensure that the micro temperature sensor module can continue to work effectively.

[0019] The beneficial effects of the polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring of the present invention are:

[0020] 1. Monitor skin temperature in real time, promptly detect and prevent complications caused by too tight or too loose splints, indicate possible inflammation, and prompt adjustment of the tightness of the splints. This can improve patients' self-management ability, medical efficiency, and promote fracture healing in an intelligent way. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a polymer splint for fixation of radial fracture with temperature monitoring according to the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of a radial fracture fixed with a polymer splint with temperature monitoring according to the first embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a radial fracture fixed with a polymer splint with temperature monitoring according to the second embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] The markings of the components in the accompanying drawings are as follows: 1. splint body, 2. display screen, 11. fixing section, 12. bandage, 13. ventilation hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings so that the advantages and features of the present invention can be more easily understood by those skilled in the art, thereby making a clearer and more definite definition of the protection scope of the present invention.

[0026] See also Figure 1 and Figure 2 The first embodiment of the present invention provides a polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring, comprising:

[0027] The splint body 1 is used to fit and fix the radial fracture site, and has staggered fixing sections 11 on both sides, which can fit the skin surface staggeredly to ensure the stability of the splint when used, without the need for bandage 12 to fix;

[0028] The micro temperature sensor module, microprocessor and display screen 2 are integrated and detachably arranged in the proximal radius area of ​​the splint body 1, wherein the microprocessor is electrically connected to the micro temperature sensor module and the display screen 2; the micro temperature sensor module is used to detect the skin temperature of the area; the microprocessor is used to process temperature data, display the skin temperature on the display screen 2 in real time, and control the display screen 2 to flash and prompt possible situations when abnormal temperature is detected.

[0029] Specifically, a wireless communication module may be integrated to transmit the detected temperature data to a remote medical platform or a terminal device of medical staff in real time to achieve remote monitoring and timely medical guidance.

[0030] A first embodiment of the present invention provides a temperature monitoring method for a polymer splint for radial fracture, comprising the following steps:

[0031] Fix the polymer splint to the radial fracture site of the forearm;

[0032] Start the micro temperature sensor module to detect the skin temperature of the radial area in real time;

[0033] The microprocessor receives and analyzes the temperature data, and once an abnormal temperature is found, a prompt signal is immediately sent to the patient, and the real-time temperature and prompt signal are displayed on the display screen 2;

[0034] According to the prompt signal, the patient or medical staff adjusts the tightness of the splint or takes other necessary medical measures.

[0035] Specifically, when the temperature is detected to be too high, the display screen 2 flashes to remind the patient to pay attention to the inflammation and seek medical treatment in time; when the temperature is detected to be too low or there is no valid temperature data for a long time, the patient is prompted to check and adjust the tightness of the splint to maintain the fixation effect and ensure that the micro temperature sensor module can continue to work effectively.

[0036] See also Figure 3 The second embodiment of the present invention provides a polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring, comprising:

[0037] The splint body 1 is used to fit and fix the radial fracture site, and has bandages 12 arranged alternately on both sides. When in use, the splint is fitted to the arm and fixed by adjusting the bandages 12;

[0038] The micro temperature sensor module, microprocessor and display screen 2 are integrated and detachably arranged in the proximal radius area of ​​the splint body 1, wherein the microprocessor is electrically connected to the micro temperature sensor module and the display screen 2; the micro temperature sensor module is used to detect the skin temperature of the area; the microprocessor is used to process temperature data, display the skin temperature on the display screen 2 in real time, and control the display screen 2 to flash and prompt possible situations when abnormal temperature is detected.

[0039] Specifically, the splint body 1 is made of a light, breathable, biocompatible polymer material, has good flexibility and plasticity, and can fit closely to the contour of the forearm. At the same time, the splint body 1 is also densely covered with air holes 13 to improve the comfort of the patient's skin.

[0040] The beneficial effects of the polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring of the present invention are:

[0041] 1. Real-time monitoring of skin temperature, timely detection and prevention of complications caused by too tight or too loose splints, prompting possible inflammation, prompting the splint to be adjusted in an intelligent way to improve the patient's self-management ability, improve medical efficiency, and promote the healing process of fractures. The above is only 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 the contents of the present invention specification and drawings, or directly or indirectly used in other related technical fields, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring, characterized in that: include: The splint body is used to fit and fix the radial fracture site; A micro temperature sensor module is arranged in the proximal radius region of the splint body and is used to detect the skin temperature in the region; The signal processing and prompting system is electrically connected to the micro temperature sensor module, and is used to receive temperature data and send a prompting signal to the patient in a visual manner when abnormal temperature is detected.

2. A polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring according to claim 1, characterized in that: The signal processing and prompting system includes a microprocessor and a display screen. The microprocessor is electrically connected to a micro temperature sensor module and the display screen. The skin temperature of the area is displayed in real time on the display screen. When an abnormal temperature is detected, the display screen flashes.

3. A polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring according to claim 2, characterized in that: The microprocessor, display screen and micro temperature sensor module are integrated together and detachably arranged on the clamping plate body.

4. A polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: It also includes a wireless communication module for transmitting the detected temperature data to a remote medical platform or a terminal device of medical staff in real time.

5. A temperature monitoring method for a polymer splint for radial fracture, comprising the following steps: Fix the polymer splint to the radial fracture site of the forearm; Start the micro temperature sensor module to detect the skin temperature of the radial area in real time; The signal processing and prompt system receives and analyzes temperature data, and immediately sends a prompt signal to the patient once abnormal temperature is found; According to the prompt signal, the patient or medical staff adjusts the tightness of the splint or takes other necessary medical measures.

6. A polymer splint for radial fracture with temperature monitoring according to claim 5, characterized in that: When the temperature is detected to be too high, the display screen flashes to remind the patient to pay attention to the inflammation and seek medical attention in time; when the temperature is detected to be too low or there is no valid temperature data for a long time, the patient is prompted to check and adjust the tightness of the splint.

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