Illuminating ring and using method thereof

By designing a wearable lighting ring, the problem of inconvenience in operation of existing hand-held lighting devices is solved, and the lighting effect is more convenient in medical care operations is achieved, and the service life of the equipment is improved by transparent protection of the housing.

CN119802524APending Publication Date: 2025-04-11RUIJIN HOSPITAL AFFILIATED TO SHANGHAI JIAO TONG UNIV SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Application Number
CN202411900229.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-23
Publication Date
2025-04-11

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Technical Problem

Most of the existing lighting devices in the medical field are handheld, which is inconvenient to operate and is difficult to meet the needs of medical staff for light in oral care and pupil observation.

Method used

A lighting ring is designed, including a finger ring, an annular mounting boss, a light source and a transparent protective shell. The light source can be flipped up or closed on the finger ring through an articulated structure. The transparent protective shell can be detached and installed, providing a convenient lighting method.

Benefits of technology

This lighting ring can be convenient for medical staff to wear on their fingers and illuminate the target area through a light source. It is easier to operate than a handheld device. It is suitable for various functions such as oral care and pupil observation. The transparent protective shell provides dust protection and protection effects, extending service life.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a lighting ring and a using method thereof. The lighting ring comprises a ring body (1), a light source (2) and a transparent protective shell (3). An annular mounting boss (11) is arranged on the ring (1), the light source (2) is arranged at the top of the annular mounting boss (11), and the transparent protective shell (3) is detachably mounted on the light source (2); the using method comprises the following steps that the ring (1) is worn on the finger of an operator, the transparent protective shell (3) is detached or reserved, and a target area is irradiated through the light source (2). Compared with the prior art, the device has the advantages of small size, convenience in carrying, flexibility in use and the like.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of auxiliary medical supplies, and in particular to an illuminating finger ring and a use method thereof. Background Art

[0002] In the medical field, lighting devices are usually needed to illuminate the target area to ensure work efficiency and quality. For example, in the field of oral care, the space inside the oral cavity is small and the light is dim. Lighting devices can provide medical staff with a better field of vision and operating space, making it easier to inspect and operate the patient's oral cavity. In the fields of ophthalmology or neurology, medical staff also need the assistance of lighting devices when observing pupils to improve the speed and accuracy of pupil recognition. However, most existing lighting devices are handheld, which is not convenient for medical staff to operate. Summary of the invention

[0003] The purpose of the present invention is to provide an illuminating finger ring and a method of using the same, which are convenient for medical personnel to operate.

[0004] The object of the present invention can be achieved by the following technical solutions: an illuminating finger ring, comprising a finger ring, a light source and a transparent protective shell;

[0005] The finger ring is provided with an annular mounting boss, a light source is arranged on the top of the annular mounting boss, and a transparent protective shell is detachably mounted on the light source.

[0006] Preferably, the annular mounting boss has a built-in power source capable of supplying power to the light source.

[0007] Further preferably, the power source comprises a button battery.

[0008] Preferably, a switch is provided on the side surface of the annular mounting boss, and the switch protrudes from the outer surface of the annular mounting boss.

[0009] In the present invention, the light source is connected to a power source and a switch, and the switch can control the on and off of the light source.

[0010] Preferably, the light source comprises an LED light source.

[0011] Further preferably, the light source is a color-adjustable LED, including lamp beads of different colors.

[0012] In the present invention, the color change of the LED can be controlled by a switch.

[0013] Preferably, the annular mounting boss has a built-in LED light source related control circuit or single chip microcomputer.

[0014] Further preferably, the light source is a ring-shaped LED aperture, a light-transmitting plate is provided in the middle of the LED aperture, and scale markings are provided on the light-transmitting plate.

[0015] More preferably, the light-transmitting plate is an optical flat lens.

[0016] More preferably, the scale marking is arranged in a cross shape on the light-transmitting plate.

[0017] More preferably, the scale marks are arranged at equal intervals on the light-transmitting plate.

[0018] Preferably, the light source is hinged on the annular mounting boss and can cover the top of the annular mounting boss.

[0019] Further preferably, the light source is hinged to one side of the annular mounting boss through a hinge block.

[0020] More preferably, the articulated block is a universal articulated block.

[0021] More preferably, the finger ring is sleeved on the index finger or the middle finger, and the hinge block connected to the light source is arranged on a side of the annular mounting boss away from the thumb.

[0022] In the present invention, the light source can cover the top of the annular mounting boss when it is turned toward the side close to the thumb, and can stand up when it is turned toward the side away from the thumb.

[0023] Further preferably, a handle is provided on a side of the light source away from the hinge.

[0024] Further preferably, the light source can be snap-connected with the top of the annular mounting boss through a connecting structure arranged on its outer ring.

[0025] Preferably, the axis of the annular mounting boss is perpendicular to the axis of the finger ring.

[0026] Preferably, the annular mounting boss protrudes from the outer ring surface of the finger ring.

[0027] Preferably, the finger ring is provided with a notch on a side opposite to the annular mounting boss.

[0028] Further preferably, the inner ring of the finger ring is provided with an anti-slip groove on a side close to the notch.

[0029] Further preferably, the finger ring has a smooth arc-shaped structure on a side close to the notch.

[0030] Preferably, the transparent protective shell is made of transparent plastic.

[0031] Preferably, the transparent protective shell can be sleeved on the light source and the annular mounting boss.

[0032] Preferably, the transparent protective shell is provided with an escape opening on the side corresponding to the switch position.

[0033] In the present invention, when not in use or for oral care, the transparent protective shell can be covered on the light source to achieve dustproof and protective effects. When used for pupil observation, the transparent protective shell can be removed to make the light source stand upright.

[0034] A method for using the above-mentioned lighting finger ring comprises the following steps: wearing the finger ring on the operator's finger, removing or retaining the transparent protective shell, and irradiating the target area with a light source.

[0035] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0036] 1. The lighting ring of the present invention can be put on the finger of medical staff and illuminate the target area through the light source. Compared with the handheld lighting device, it is more convenient for medical staff to operate;

[0037] 2. The lighting ring of the present invention is small and convenient to carry;

[0038] 3. The lighting ring of the present invention is flexible to use and has multiple functions. It can be used to observe the oral cavity and the pupil and the size of the pupil;

[0039] 4. The transparent protective shell of the present invention can play a certain dustproof and protective effect, thereby increasing the service life of the lighting ring. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0040] Figure 1 An exploded view of the lighting ring of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the light source of the present invention when it is erected;

[0042] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the light source of the present invention when it is covered;

[0043] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of the light source and the transparent protective shell of the present invention when they are covered;

[0044] In the figure: 1-finger ring, 11-annular mounting boss, 2-light source, 21-handle, 3-transparent protective shell, 4-power supply, 5-switch, 6-light-transmitting plate, 7-scale marking, 8-partition. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0045] The present invention is described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. This embodiment is implemented based on the technical solution of the present invention, and provides a detailed implementation method and specific operation process, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

[0046] 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, further definition and explanation thereof is not required in subsequent drawings.

[0047] In conjunction with the accompanying drawings, some embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. In the absence of conflict, the following embodiments and features in the embodiments may be combined with each other.

[0048] Example 1

[0049] An illuminating finger ring comprises a finger ring 1, a light source 2 and a transparent protective shell 3. The finger ring 1 can be worn on a finger, an annular mounting boss 11 is arranged on the outer side of the finger ring 1, the light source 2 is arranged on the top of the annular mounting boss 11, and the transparent protective shell 3 is detachably mounted on the light source 2.

[0050] The lighting ring of this embodiment can be put on the finger of medical staff and illuminate the target area through the light source. Compared with handheld lighting devices, it is more convenient for medical staff to perform oral care, pupil observation and other operations.

[0051] Example 2

[0052] An illuminated ring, such as Figure 1 As shown, it includes a finger ring 1, a light source 2, a transparent protective shell 3, a power source 4 and a switch 5.

[0053] The outer side of the finger ring 1 is provided with an annular mounting boss 11, the top of the annular mounting boss 11 is provided with a light source 2, and the transparent protective shell 3 is detachably mounted on the light source 2. The annular mounting boss 11 has a built-in power supply 4, and the side of the annular mounting boss 11 is provided with a switch 5, which protrudes from the outer surface of the annular mounting boss 11.

[0054] In this embodiment, the light source 2 is an LED light source, and the power source 4 is a button battery.

[0055] The lighting ring of this embodiment can be used to assist oral care, and the specific steps are as follows:

[0056] When preparing for oral care, the nurse wears the ring 1 on the finger, turns on the switch 5 in advance, and illuminates the finger at a distance of 5-10 cm from the oral cavity. The light source 2 illuminates both sides of the oral cavity and the gums, which is helpful for finding out whether the gums are bleeding and whether there are ulcers and damages on the cheeks.

[0057] Example 3

[0058] A lighting finger ring comprises a finger ring 1, a light source 2, a transparent protective shell 3, a power source 4 and a switch 5.

[0059] The outer side of the finger ring 1 is provided with an annular mounting boss 11, the top of the annular mounting boss 11 is provided with a light source 2, and the transparent protective shell 3 is detachably mounted on the light source 2. The annular mounting boss 11 has a built-in power supply 4, and the side of the annular mounting boss 11 is provided with a switch 5, which protrudes from the outer surface of the annular mounting boss 11.

[0060] In this embodiment, the light source 2 is an annular LED aperture, the power source 4 is a button battery, and a partition 8 is detachably mounted on the annular mounting boss 11 above the button battery, and a wire hole is left on the partition 8.

[0061] Moreover, in this embodiment, the light source 2 is an annular LED aperture, a light-transmitting plate 6 is provided in the middle of the LED aperture, a scale mark 7 is provided on the light-transmitting plate 6, and the light source 2 is hinged on the annular mounting boss 11 and can cover the top of the annular mounting boss 11.

[0062] The lighting ring of this embodiment can be used to assist pupil observation, and the specific steps are as follows:

[0063] Medical staff wear the ring 1 on their fingers. Figure 2 As shown, the transparent protective shell 3 is removed, the light source 2 is erected, and the light of the light source 2 is directed to the patient's pupil. The medical staff observes the pupil through the light-transmitting plate 6 and can also observe the pupil size based on the scale mark 7.

[0064] Example 4

[0065] A lighting finger ring, when in use, the finger ring 1 is placed on the index finger or middle finger of the medical staff, the side of the light source 2 away from the thumb is hinged to the annular mounting boss 11 through a hinge block, and a handle 21 is provided on the side close to the thumb. The light source 2 is arranged on an annular support ring, and the annular support ring is hinged to the top of the annular mounting boss 11 through a hinge block. The top of the annular mounting boss 11 is provided with an annular positioning groove matching the annular support ring, so that the light source 2 can cover the top of the annular mounting boss 11. The switch 5 is arranged on the side of the annular mounting boss 11 close to the thumb. The rest is the same as Example 3.

[0066] After the lighting ring of this embodiment is used, Figure 3 As shown, the light source 2 is covered on the annular mounting boss 11, and then, as shown in FIG. Figure 4 As shown, the transparent protective shell 3 is sleeved on the light source 2 and the annular mounting boss 11 for storage.

[0067] The above description of the embodiments is to facilitate the understanding and use of the invention by those skilled in the art. It is obvious that those skilled in the art can easily make various modifications to these embodiments and apply the general principles described herein to other embodiments without creative work. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and improvements and modifications made by those skilled in the art based on the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention should be within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An illuminating ring, characterized in that: It comprises a finger ring (1), a light source (2) and a transparent protective shell (3); The finger ring (1) is provided with an annular mounting boss (11), the light source (2) is arranged on the top of the annular mounting boss (11), and the transparent protective shell (3) is detachably mounted on the light source (2).

2. The illuminating finger ring according to claim 1, characterized in that: The annular mounting boss (11) has a built-in power source (4) capable of supplying power to the light source (2); A switch (5) is provided on the side of the annular mounting boss (11), and the switch (5) protrudes from the outer surface of the annular mounting boss (11).

3. The illuminating finger ring according to claim 1, characterized in that: The light source (2) comprises an LED light source.

4. The illuminating finger ring according to claim 3, characterized in that: The light source (2) is a ring-shaped LED aperture, a light-transmitting plate (6) is provided in the middle of the LED aperture, and a scale mark (7) is provided on the light-transmitting plate (6).

5. The illuminating finger ring according to claim 1, characterized in that: The light source (2) is hinged on the annular mounting boss (11) and can cover the top of the annular mounting boss (11).

6. The illuminating finger ring according to claim 5, characterized in that: The light source (2) is hinged to one side of the annular mounting boss (11) via a hinge block, and a handle (21) is provided on the side of the light source (2) away from the hinge. The light source (2) can be snap-connected with the top of the annular mounting boss (11) via a connecting structure arranged around its outer ring.

7. The illuminating finger ring according to claim 6, characterized in that: The finger ring (1) is sleeved on the index finger or the middle finger, and the hinge block connected to the light source (2) is arranged on the side of the annular mounting boss (11) away from the thumb.

8. The illuminating finger ring according to claim 1, characterized in that: The axis of the annular mounting boss (11) is perpendicular to the axis of the finger ring (1), and the annular mounting boss (11) protrudes from the outer surface of the finger ring (1); The finger ring (1) is provided with a notch on a side opposite to the annular mounting boss (11).

9. The illuminating finger ring according to claim 8, characterized in that: The inner ring of the finger ring (1) is provided with an anti-slip groove on one side close to the notch; The finger ring (1) has a smooth arc-shaped structure on one side close to the notch.

10. A method for using the lighting ring according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: The method comprises the following steps: wearing the finger ring (1) on the operator's finger, removing or retaining the transparent protective shell (3), and irradiating the target area with a light source (2).