An instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals.

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical fields of animal operation incision protection, and especially relates to an instrument for animal operation incision protection and healing, which comprises two curved resisting plates, two curved resisting plates are slidably connected with a protection frame through a sliding assembly, the top of the protection frame is provided with a plurality of air holes, the top of the protection frame is fixedly installed with a plurality of arc-shaped rubber strips, the plurality of arc-shaped rubber strips correspond to the plurality of air holes respectively, the side of the plurality of arc-shaped rubber strips close to the air holes is respectively provided with a plastic bristle, and the protection frame is provided with a driving assembly. The advantages are that when the animal licks the incision, the arc-shaped rubber strip bends to cover the air hole, effectively prevents the animal's saliva from entering the incision area, reduces the risk of incision infection, the plastic bristle stimulates the animal, thereby reducing the scratching behavior, the driving assembly effectively drives the animal to avoid the protection frame, thereby avoiding continuing to lick or scratch the protection frame, and the possibility of secondary injury of the animal to the incision is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of animal surgical incision protection technology, and more particularly to an instrument for protecting and healing animal surgical incisions. Background Technology

[0002] Tissue trauma resulting from animal surgery, including incisions, sutures, and surgical procedures, requires time to heal and can cause pain and discomfort. Using protective and healing instruments is essential to ensure successful healing of surgical incisions in animals, reduce complications, and improve their comfort and quality of life.

[0003] Animals often cause further damage to the surgical incision after surgery due to their instinctive behaviors, such as licking the incision to clean it or scratching their bodies to relieve discomfort. This can introduce bacteria, cause infection, or damage the tissue that is healing the wound, thus prolonging recovery time or causing complications.

[0004] The invention patent with publication number CN117442285A discloses an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, comprising: a protective device consisting of several protective plates arranged in a semi-enclosed shape; an adhesive assembly including a folding plate and an adhesive component; and an incision clamp disposed inside the protective device, including a first clamp and a second clamp, the first clamp and the second clamp being arranged opposite to each other, each including a telescopic adjustment mechanism and a flexible patch, one end of the telescopic adjustment mechanism being connected to the inner wall of the side plate, and the other end being connected to the flexible patch, the flexible patches of the two clamps being adsorbed and connected to each other, clamping the incision, which can effectively protect the surgical incision and promote the healing of the incision.

[0005] While the aforementioned patents have certain beneficial effects, they rely solely on the protective plate to form a physical barrier and lack an active defense mechanism against animals' licking and scratching behaviors. After surgery, animals may lick or scratch the protective plate due to discomfort or curiosity, which can damage the integrity of the protective plate and thus make the device impractical. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, comprising two curved abutments, the two curved abutments being slidably connected to a protective frame via a sliding assembly, the top of the protective frame being provided with a recessed groove, the top of the protective frame being provided with multiple ventilation holes, multiple arc-shaped rubber strips being fixedly installed on the top of the protective frame, the multiple arc-shaped rubber strips corresponding to the multiple ventilation holes respectively, the arc-shaped rubber strips being used to block the ventilation holes, the multiple arc-shaped rubber strips being located within the recessed groove, the side of the multiple arc-shaped rubber strips near the ventilation holes being provided with plastic bristles, and a repellent assembly being provided on the protective frame.

[0008] Preferably, the bottom of each of the two curved abutments is provided with a rubber layer.

[0009] Preferably, breathable abutments are provided at the ends of the two curved abutments that are far apart from each other.

[0010] Preferably, a first fixing strip and a second fixing strip are fixedly installed on the top of the two breathable patches at their ends that are far apart from each other. A first bandage is fixedly connected to the side of the first fixing strip that is close to the second fixing strip, and a second bandage is fixedly connected to the side of the second fixing strip that is close to the first fixing strip.

[0011] Preferably, each of the two curved abutments has a fixing groove through it, and both the first bandage and the second bandage pass through the fixing grooves on the two curved abutments.

[0012] Preferably, both the end of the first bandage near the second fixing strip and the end of the second bandage near the first fixing strip are provided with fixing stickers.

[0013] Preferably, the two curved abutments are both curved upward at their closest points and connected together by a waterproof and breathable membrane.

[0014] Preferably, the length of the protective frame is greater than the width of the curved abutment, and the two curved abutments are respectively provided with sliding grooves on the opposite sides. The sliding assembly includes two sliding strips fixedly installed on the inner wall of the protective frame.

[0015] Preferably, the repellent assembly includes two air reservoirs fixedly installed on the inner wall of the protective frame. The two air reservoirs are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the two curved abutments, and the interior of the air reservoirs is filled with an irritating odor.

[0016] Preferably, the top of the protective frame is provided with two ventilation strips, and the two ventilation strips are respectively connected to two air storage bags.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of the present invention are as follows:

[0018] 1. This invention, through the installation of a protective frame and other devices, includes an arc-shaped rubber strip and plastic bristles on the top of the protective frame. When an animal licks the incision, its tongue squeezes the arc-shaped rubber strip, causing it to bend and cover the ventilation holes. This effectively prevents the animal's saliva from entering the incision area through the ventilation holes, helping to reduce the risk of incision infection. The plastic bristles also provide a certain degree of stimulation when the animal scratches, thus helping to reduce scratching behavior, protecting the surgical incision from further damage, reducing interference with the incision, and accelerating the incision healing process.

[0019] 2. By incorporating devices such as air reservoirs and ventilation strips, when an animal licks or scratches the protective frame, the sliding motion of the protective frame compresses the air reservoir, causing the ventilation strips to immediately release irritating gases, triggering an aversion reaction in the animal. This prevents the animal from continuing to lick or scratch the protective frame, greatly reducing the possibility of secondary damage to the incision, decreasing the risk of infection and healing time of the surgical incision, and reducing the occurrence of complications, thereby enhancing the practicality of the equipment.

[0020] 3. This invention uses two curved abutments to gently compress the sides of the incision, which helps reduce tension on both sides of the incision, avoids excessive stretching and tearing, promotes close contact of the tissues around the incision, and thus helps cell proliferation and blood circulation. The bottom of the curved abutments is provided with a rubber layer. The elasticity and softness of the rubber layer allow it to fit well against the animal's skin surface, and it will not cause excessive stimulation to the skin when subjected to force, while also providing a certain amount of pressure to further help the tissues in the incision area to make close contact and accelerate the healing process. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall isometric structure of an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, as proposed in this invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the groove and waterproof and breathable membrane structure of an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, as proposed in this invention.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the curved abutment and rubber layer structure of an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, as proposed in this invention.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the protective frame and ventilation strip structure of an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, as proposed in this invention.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the sliding strip and vent structure of an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, as proposed in this invention.

[0026] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of a half-section of an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, as proposed in this invention.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the arc-shaped rubber strip and plastic bristle structure of an instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals, as proposed in this invention.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Breathable patch, 2. Curved support plate, 3. Rubber layer, 4. Fixing groove, 5. Fixing strip, 6. First bandage, 7. Second bandage, 8. Fixing patch, 9. Protective frame, 10. Breathable strip, 11. Breathable hole, 12. Arc-shaped rubber strip, 13. Plastic bristles, 14. Sliding groove, 15. Waterproof and breathable membrane, 16. Sliding strip, 17. Air reservoir, 18. Recessed groove. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments.

[0030] Reference Figures 1 to 6 An instrument for protecting and healing surgical incisions in animals includes two curved abutments 2, each curved upward at its closest point and connected together by a waterproof and breathable membrane 15. The two curved abutments 2 are positioned on either side of the incision. A rubber layer 3 is located at the bottom of each curved abutment 2, contacting the animal's skin. The two curved abutments 2 move towards each other from both sides of the incision, applying slight pressure. This gentle pressure promotes close contact between the surrounding tissues, thereby aiding cell proliferation and blood circulation during the healing process. For animals, especially those with thicker fat layers, this slight pressure helps reduce tension on both sides of the incision, preventing excessive stretching and tearing, while simultaneously promoting blood circulation in the healing area. The abutment 2 also helps protect the surgical incision from external environmental contamination or mechanical stimulation, reducing the risk of bacterial infection. The use of the waterproof and breathable membrane 15 helps keep the incision clean and dry, and its breathability helps maintain a suitable moist environment during incision healing, avoiding complications caused by too much or too little moisture (such as incision cracking or infection). The elasticity and softness of the rubber layer 3 allow it to conform well to the animal's skin surface without causing excessive irritation to the skin when under pressure. It can provide a certain amount of pressure to help the tissues in the incision area to make close contact, thereby promoting incision healing. In addition, the rubber layer 3 has a certain degree of waterproofness and breathability, which helps prevent external liquid penetration and air circulation in the incision area, thereby helping the incision to heal.

[0031] Two curved abutment plates 2 are respectively provided with breathable pads 1 at their far ends. A first fixing strip 5 and a second fixing strip 51 are respectively fixedly installed at the top of the far ends of the two breathable pads 1. A first bandage 6 is fixedly connected to the side of the first fixing strip 5 near the second fixing strip 51, and a second bandage 7 is fixedly connected to the side of the second fixing strip 51 near the first fixing strip 5. Fixing grooves 4 are respectively provided through the two curved abutment plates 2. Both the first bandage 6 and the second bandage 7 pass through the fixing grooves 4 on the two curved abutment plates 2. Fixing pads 8 are provided at the ends of the first bandage 6 and the second bandage 7 near the first fixing strip 51. Pulling the first bandage 6 and the second bandage 7... The bandage 7 secures two curved abutments 2, and then the first bandage 6 and the second bandage 7 are secured with the fixation tape 8. The breathable tape 1 provides breathability while physically protecting the incision, reducing the risk of infection. The fixation strip and fixation tape 8 keep the bandage stable and prevent it from shifting, ensuring the support provided by the bandage and helping to fully protect the incision. The use of medical-grade breathable tape 1, bandage, and fixation tape 8 will not cause allergic reactions during use, ensuring the safety and comfort of the animal. Considering that the use of skin stapling devices also requires tape, this design is not much different in terms of cost, has a certain degree of cost rationality, and is relatively cost-effective.

[0032] Two curved abutments 2 are equipped with protective frames 9. The production cost of the protective frames 9 is low. Multiple ventilation holes 11 are provided through the top of the protective frames 9. A recessed groove 18 is provided on the top of the protective frames 9. Multiple arc-shaped rubber strips 12 are fixedly installed on the top of the protective frames 9, and the arc-shaped rubber strips 12 are located within the recessed groove 18 to prevent the arc-shaped rubber strips 12 from contacting other animals and to prevent animals from licking the arc-shaped rubber strips 12 from the side. The multiple arc-shaped rubber strips 12 correspond to the multiple ventilation holes 11, and the arc-shaped rubber strips 12 are used to cover the ventilation holes 11. Plastic bristles 13 are provided on the side of each arc-shaped rubber strip 12 near the ventilation holes 11. The side of the arc-shaped rubber strip 12 with the plastic bristles 13 is the back side. The smooth side is the front, facing the animal's head. When the animal licks the incision, it will squeeze the arc-shaped rubber strip 12 and bend it towards the vent 11, preventing the vent 11 from contacting the animal's tongue. There are a large number of bacteria in the animal's mouth, such as Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus. This prevents the animal's saliva from passing through the vent 11 and bringing these bacteria to the incision site, causing infection. This can greatly reduce the risk of incision infection and help the incision heal normally. When the animal scratches the incision area, the plastic bristles 13 will stimulate the animal's paws. After feeling this discomfort, the animal will instinctively stop scratching, avoiding scratching the incision from cracking and bleeding. At the same time, it prevents external dirt from being brought into the incision and damaging the healing environment.

[0033] Two curved abutments 2 are provided with grooves 14 on opposite sides. Two sliding strips 16 are fixedly installed on the inner wall of the protective frame 9, and these strips 16 are slidably connected to the two grooves 14. First, the two curved abutments 2 are aligned and the cut is gently squeezed from both sides before the protective frame 9 is installed. The installation of the protective frame 9 allows the two curved abutments 2 to better protect the cut. The length of the protective frame 9 is greater than the width of the curved abutments 2. Two air bladders 17 are fixedly installed on the inner wall of the protective frame 9, symmetrically distributed on both sides of the two curved abutments 2. Two ventilation strips 10 are provided on the top of the protective frame 9, and these strips 10 are connected to the two air bladders 17. The air bladders 17 are filled with non-toxic and harmless irritating gases, such as menthol and limonene. When the animal licks or scratches the cut, [the gas is released]. As the protective frame 9 slides back and forth, it compresses the air bladders 17 at both ends, causing irritating gases to escape from the ventilation strips 10. This triggers an olfactory response in animals, causing them to feel aversion. For example, cats are sensitive to citrus scents and will actively avoid the area, thus preventing animals from contacting the incision. By releasing irritating odors that animals dislike, the protective frame 9 is designed to deter them from further damage, greatly reducing the likelihood of secondary injury to the incision and promoting proper healing. The protective frame 9 itself provides physical isolation to the incision. The use of non-toxic and harmless irritating odors such as menthol and limonene ensures that even if an animal inhales a certain amount of gas, it will not cause serious or irreversible harm. This is a relatively safe way to repel animals without causing them physical pain or injury.

[0034] In this invention, the curved support plate 2 is held, and the rubber layer 3 is attached to the animal's skin surface to facilitate skin movement. The surgical incision of the animal is slightly squeezed. Since the fat layer under the animal's skin is relatively thick, slight squeezing can help the incision adhere well and promote incision healing. Then, the breathable patch 1 is attached to the animal's skin. The first bandage 6 and the second bandage 7, which pass through the fixing groove 4 and are staggered from left to right, are pulled. The ends of the first bandage 6 and the second bandage 7 are respectively fixed to the breathable patch 1 on the corresponding side by the first fixing strip 5 and the second fixing strip 51. During the process of pulling the first bandage 6 and the second bandage 7, the surrounding skin will be further pulled, providing a buffer skin layer near the incision, reducing the skin tension at the incision site, and improving the protection effect of the incision. Finally, the first bandage 6 and the second bandage 7 are fixed by the fixing patch 8, and the waterproof and breathable membrane 15 is attached between the two curved support plates 2.

[0035] The curved abutment 2 has a groove 14 on its outer side. After the curved abutment 2 is fixed, the protective frame 9 is slightly pried open. The protective frame 9 is slidably connected to the curved abutment 2 through the inner sliding strip 16. The protective frame 9 can further ensure the fit of the incision and share the fixing pressure of the breathable patch 1 on the skin. The opening formed by the arc-shaped rubber strip 12 and the top of the protective frame 9 faces away from the animal's head. When the animal wants to lick the incision, it can only lick the surface of the protective frame 9 first. The tongue will come into contact with the arc-shaped rubber strip 12, which will be bent to prevent the animal's saliva from flowing into the protective frame 9 and contacting the incision, thus affecting the healing of the incision. In addition, there is a waterproof and breathable membrane 15 inside the protective frame 9 as a second layer of protection. When the animal scratches the incision with its hind foot, the plastic bristles 13 on the arc-shaped rubber strip 12 will stimulate the animal's paw, causing discomfort to the animal and thus preventing the animal from continuing to scratch the incision. The top of the protective frame 9 is provided with a recessed groove 18, and the arc-shaped rubber strip 12 is placed in the recessed groove 18. This helps to prevent other animals from contacting the arc-shaped rubber strip 12 from the side, while also preventing the animals themselves from licking the arc-shaped rubber strip 12 from the side.

[0036] The protective frame 9 has space at both the front and rear ends, allowing the sliding strip 16 to slide a short distance within the groove 14. Whether the animal licks it or scratches it with its hind legs, this movement causes the protective frame 9 to slide back and forth, compressing the gas inside the air reservoir 17 and causing it to escape from the ventilation strip 10. The animal will smell the odor and avoid the frame, preventing it from licking or scratching it further. After the incision heals, the protective frame 9 can be removed normally, along with the ventilation tape 1 and the fixing tape 8.

[0037] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An apparatus for animal surgical incision protection and healing, characterized by, The utility model provides an improved and improved protective frame, which comprises two curved resisting plates (2), a protective frame (9) is slidably connected to the two curved resisting plates (2) through a sliding assembly, a sunken groove (18) is arranged on the top of the protective frame (9), a plurality of air holes (11) are arranged on the top of the protective frame (9), a plurality of arc-shaped rubber strips (12) are fixedly installed on the top of the protective frame (9), the arc-shaped rubber strips (12) correspond to the air holes (11) respectively, the arc-shaped rubber strips (12) are used for shielding the air holes (11), the arc-shaped rubber strips (12) are located in the sunken groove (18), and plastic bristles (13) are arranged on the side of the arc-shaped rubber strips (12) close to the air holes (11) respectively; a driving assembly is arranged on the protective frame (9). The ends of the two curved resisting plates (2) away from each other are respectively provided with a breathable patch (1). First and second fixing strips (5) and (51) are fixedly installed on the top of the ends of the two breathable patches (1) away from each other respectively, a first bandage (6) is fixedly connected to the side of the first fixing strip (5) close to the second fixing strip (51), and a second bandage (7) is fixedly connected to the side of the second fixing strip (51) close to the first fixing strip (5). Fixing grooves (4) are respectively arranged in the two curved resisting plates (2), and the first and second bandages (6) and (7) penetrate the fixing grooves (4) in the two curved resisting plates (2). The ends of the first and second bandages (6) and (7) close to the second fixing strip (51) and the first fixing strip (5) are respectively provided with a fixing patch (8). The ends of the two curved resisting plates (2) close to each other are both curved upwards, and the two curved resisting plates (2) are connected together through a waterproof and breathable film (15).

2. An apparatus for surgical incision protection and healing in animals as claimed in claim 1 wherein, Rubber layers (3) are arranged on the bottoms of the two curved resisting plates (2) respectively.

3. An apparatus for surgical incision protection and healing in animals as defined in claim 1, wherein, The length of the protective frame (9) is greater than the width of the curved resisting plate (2), and the sides of the two curved resisting plates (2) away from each other are respectively provided with sliding grooves (14), the sliding assembly comprises two sliding bars (16) fixedly installed on the inner walls of the protective frame (9), and the two sliding bars (16) are slidably connected to the two sliding grooves (14) respectively.

4. The apparatus for surgical incision protection and healing in animals of claim 1, wherein, The driving assembly comprises two air storage bags (17) fixedly installed on the inner walls of the protective frame (9), and the two air storage bags (17) are symmetrically arranged on the two sides of the two curved resisting plates (2).

5. An apparatus for surgical incision protection and healing in animals as claimed in claim 4 wherein, The top of the protective frame (9) is provided with two air strips (10), and the two air strips (10) are communicated with the two air storage bags (17) respectively.

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