Device for measuring breast swelling degree of breast feeding

Abstract

The invention discloses a device for measuring breast swelling degree in breast feeding, which comprises a breast surrounding belt, two shoulder straps are arranged at the top end of the breast surrounding belt, the other ends of the two shoulder straps are respectively connected with two pressure measuring component mounting rings, and the two pressure measuring component mounting rings are respectively arranged on the front side of the breast surrounding belt. Pressure measuring assemblies are arranged on the pressure measuring assembly mounting rings, and a mounting seat is arranged between the pressure measuring assembly mounting rings and is arranged on the chest surrounding belt; according to the invention, the pressure measuring assembly is matched with the pressure measuring assembly mounting ring, so that the pressure measuring assembly has the effect of measuring the specific pressure value of the breast after applying pressure to the breast to obtain the corresponding swelling degree, thereby realizing the effect of measuring the swelling degree of the breast by pressure; meanwhile, the telescopic assembly is arranged to be matched with the mounting frame and the infrared thermal imaging module so that the working position of the infrared thermal imaging module can be adjusted according to requirements, the use requirements of different patients can be met, and the infrared thermal imaging module is used for detecting the temperature of the corresponding position of the breast so as to evaluate the gland duct blocking part and the severity of the breast.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of medical devices, and particularly relates to a device for measuring the degree of breast swelling during breast-feeding. Background Art

[0002] Breast swelling is caused by blood vessel dilation and early milk secretion, manifested as the breast being hot, heavy and hard, and the overly full breast skin being tight, shiny and painful. It most commonly occurs 3 - 5 days after childbirth. The distension of the breast during the second stage of lactation is physiological, and more than 2 / 3 of women experience breast distension and pain on the fifth day. Various subjective methods for judging the degree of swelling have been in use, such as visual description, measurement of skin tension, cup size, hardness or firmness, and temperature recording, so as to evaluate the prevention and treatment of breast swelling, identify and manage relevant evidence to promote successful breast-feeding.

[0003] However, in the prior art, there is no established standard and reliable tool for evaluating breast swelling, and it is impossible to measure the degree of breast swelling during breast-feeding and evaluate the location and severity of glandular duct blockage. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a device for measuring the degree of breast swelling during breast-feeding, so as to solve the problem that there is no established standard and reliable tool for evaluating breast swelling in the prior art, and it is impossible to accurately evaluate the prevention and treatment of breast swelling, identify and manage relevant evidence to promote successful breast-feeding.

[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the present invention provides the following technical solutions:

[0006] A device for measuring the degree of breast swelling during breast-feeding includes a chest band. Two shoulder straps are provided at the top of the chest band, and the other ends of the two shoulder straps are respectively connected to two pressure measurement component mounting rings. The two pressure measurement component mounting rings are respectively arranged on the front of the chest band. Pressure measurement components are arranged on the pressure measurement component mounting rings. An installation seat is arranged between the pressure measurement component mounting rings. The installation seat is arranged on the chest band. A telescopic component is arranged on the installation seat. An installation frame is arranged on the telescopic component. Installation frames are respectively arranged at the left and right ends of the installation frame. Locking bolts are arranged on the installation frames. Infrared thermal imaging modules are respectively arranged in the two installation frames. The infrared thermal imaging modules and the pressure measurement components are on the same center.

[0007] Optionally, the back of the chest band is provided with a buckle to adjust its length. The connection part of the chest band corresponding to the two pressure measurement component mounting rings is made of hard plastic, and a buffer cotton pad is arranged on the skin contact surface. The shoulder straps are adjustable through buckles. The chest band and the shoulder straps are both elastically arranged.

[0008] Optionally, a number of L-shaped blocks are provided on the pressure measurement component mounting ring, and the L-shaped blocks are arranged in the card slots, and the card slots are opened on the pressure measurement component.

[0009] Optionally, the pressure measurement component includes a semi-circular outer housing, the card slot is opened on the semi-circular outer housing, the semi-circular outer housing is connected to the pressure measurement component mounting ring, a semi-circular inflatable pad is arranged inside the semi-circular outer housing, a semi-circular pressure sensor is arranged inside the semi-circular inflatable pad, nipple grooves are opened at the centers of the semi-circular inflatable pad and the semi-circular pressure sensor, an air delivery pipe is connected to the bottom end of the semi-circular inflatable pad, and the air delivery pipe is connected to an air pump.

[0010] Optionally, the pressure measurement component further includes an auxiliary mounting ring, the card slot is opened on the auxiliary mounting ring, a semi-circular pressure sensor is arranged on the auxiliary mounting ring, and a nipple groove is opened at the center of the semi-circular pressure sensor.

[0011] Optionally, the telescopic component includes a fixed support rod, the fixed support rod is arranged on the mounting seat, an open sliding groove is opened inside the fixed support rod, a movable support rod is arranged inside the open sliding groove, an auxiliary locking bolt is arranged on the fixed support rod and connected to the movable support rod, and a mounting bracket is arranged at one end of the movable support rod away from the fixed support rod.

[0012] Optionally, the infrared thermal imaging module includes an infrared lens, the infrared lens is arranged on the infrared detector, and the infrared detector is arranged inside the mounting frame.

[0013] Optionally, both the pressure measurement component mounting ring and the mounting seat are set to be detachable, and both the pressure measurement component and the infrared thermal imaging module are electrically connected to the computer.

[0014] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: by providing the pressure measurement component in cooperation with the pressure measurement component mounting ring, it is possible to measure the specific pressure value after pressing the breast and obtain the corresponding swelling degree, so as to realize the effect of measuring the breast swelling degree by pressure measurement. At the same time, the telescopic component is provided in cooperation with the mounting frame and the infrared thermal imaging module to realize adjusting the working position of the infrared thermal imaging module according to needs to meet the use of different patients, and the infrared thermal imaging module is used to detect the temperature of the corresponding position of the breast so as to evaluate the blocked part and severity of the glandular duct. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The present invention will be described by way of examples with reference to the accompanying drawings, where:

[0016] Figure 1 is a schematic three-dimensional structure diagram of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 2 is a schematic three-dimensional structure diagram of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 3 is a schematic three-dimensional structure diagram of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 4 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram after the pressure measurement component in the present invention is disassembled;

[0020] Figure 5 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram after the pressure measurement component in the present invention is disassembled;

[0021] Figure 6 It is a front view structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 7 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram after the pressure measurement component and the infrared thermal imaging module in the present invention are disassembled.

[0023] In the figure: 1, chest strap; 2, shoulder strap; 3, pressure measurement component mounting ring; 4, mounting seat; 5, mounting bracket; 6, mounting frame; 7, locking bolt; 8, L-shaped block; 9, semi-circular outer shell; 10, semi-circular inflatable pad; 11, semi-circular pressure sensor; 12, gas transmission pipe; 13, fixed support rod; 14, movable support rod; 15, auxiliary locking bolt; 16, infrared detector; 17, infrared lens. Detailed implementation manners

[0024] Any feature disclosed in this specification, unless specifically stated, can be replaced by other equivalent or similar-purpose alternative features. That is, unless specifically stated, each feature is only an example in a series of equivalent or similar features.

[0025] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0026] In the description of the invention, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer", "front end", "rear end", "both ends", "one end", "the other end", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation to the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] In the description of the invention, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly defined and limited, terms such as "installed", "equipped with", "connected", etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, "connected" can be a fixed connection, such as welding, riveting, bonding, etc., or a detachable connection, such as threaded connection, key connection, pin connection, etc., or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it can be the communication inside two components. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific situations.

[0028] As Figure 1-7 shown, a device for measuring the degree of breast swelling during breastfeeding includes a chest band 1. At the top of the chest band 1, two shoulder straps 2 are provided. The other ends of the two shoulder straps 2 are respectively connected to two pressure measurement component mounting rings 3. The two pressure measurement component mounting rings 3 are respectively arranged on the front of the chest band 1. A pressure measurement component is arranged on the pressure measurement component mounting ring 3. An installation seat 4 is arranged between the pressure measurement component mounting rings 3. The installation seat 4 is arranged on the chest band 1. A telescopic component is arranged on the installation seat 4. An installation frame 5 is arranged on the telescopic component. Installation frames 6 are respectively arranged at the left and right ends of the installation frame 5. Locking bolts 7 are arranged on the installation frames 6. Infrared thermal imaging modules are respectively arranged in the two installation frames 6. The infrared thermal imaging modules and the pressure measurement components are on the same center. It should be noted that the distance and size between the pressure measurement component mounting rings 3 can be adjusted according to the patient's needs to select the required specification size, and at the same time, the pressure measurement component can also be selected according to the required specification size.

[0029] Specifically, the back of the chest band 1 is provided with a buckle to adjust its length. The connection part of the chest band 1 corresponding to the two pressure measurement component mounting rings 3 is made of hard plastic, and a buffer cotton pad is arranged on the skin contact surface. The shoulder straps 2 are adjustable through buckles. Both the chest band 1 and the shoulder straps 2 are elastically arranged. It should be noted that when wearing, the lengths of the chest band 1 and the shoulder straps 2 can be adjusted according to the patient's needs to better make the device stably worn on the patient's chest.

[0030] Specifically, a number of L-shaped blocks 8 are arranged on the pressure measurement component mounting ring 3. The L-shaped blocks 8 are arranged in card slots, and the card slots are opened on the pressure measurement component. It should be noted that the setting of the L-shaped blocks 8 in cooperation with the card slots will facilitate the quick installation and disassembly of the pressure measurement component on the pressure measurement component mounting ring 3, so as to facilitate pressure measurement and infrared thermal imaging measurement.

[0031] Specifically, the pressure measurement component includes a semi-circular outer housing 9. A card slot is opened on the semi-circular outer housing 9, and the semi-circular outer housing 9 is connected to the pressure measurement component mounting ring 3. A semi-circular inflatable pad 10 is arranged inside the semi-circular outer housing 9, and a semi-circular pressure sensor 11 is arranged inside the semi-circular inflatable pad 10. Nipple grooves are opened at the centers of the semi-circular inflatable pad 10 and the semi-circular pressure sensor 11. The bottom end of the semi-circular inflatable pad 10 is connected to an air delivery pipe 12, and the air delivery pipe 12 is connected to an air pump. It should be noted that the semi-circular pressure sensor 11 is made of a PVDF-MXene conductive composite film, which has the functions of being lightweight, breathable, biocompatible, and having high sensing sensitivity, and is more suitable for use in this device. The semi-circular inflatable pad 10 expands through the operation of the air pump in cooperation with the air delivery pipe 12, so that the semi-circular pressure sensor 11 is in pressing contact with the patient's chest, thereby obtaining the corresponding local pressure value. The degree of breast swelling is judged through its pressure value, and the degree of swelling is concluded by comparing the obtained pressure value with the normal breast measurement pressure value.

[0032] Specifically, the pressure measurement component further includes an auxiliary mounting ring. A card slot is opened on the auxiliary mounting ring, and the semi-circular pressure sensor 11 is arranged on the auxiliary mounting ring. A nipple groove is opened at the center of the semi-circular pressure sensor 11. It should be noted that the setting of the nipple groove will prevent the nipple from being squeezed and rubbed during measurement, thus avoiding discomfort and improving its comfort. Manually squeeze the semi-circular pressure sensor 11 to fit and press the breast to obtain the corresponding local pressure value.

[0033] Specifically, the telescopic component includes a fixed support rod 13. The fixed support rod 13 is arranged on the mounting seat 4. An open sliding groove is opened inside the fixed support rod 13, and a movable support rod 14 is arranged inside the open sliding groove. An auxiliary locking bolt 15 is arranged on the fixed support rod 13 and connected to the movable support rod 14. An installation frame 5 is arranged at one end of the movable support rod 14 away from the fixed support rod 13. It should be noted that according to the patient's needs, the movable support rod 14 can be moved to the required working position inside the fixed support rod 13 and fixed by the auxiliary locking bolt 15, so as to achieve the effect of adjusting the working position of the infrared thermal imaging module.

[0034] Specifically, the infrared thermal imaging module includes an infrared lens 17. The infrared lens 17 is arranged on an infrared detector 16, and the infrared detector 16 is arranged inside an installation frame 6. It should be noted that the infrared lens 17 is responsible for collecting the infrared energy radiated by an object and converging it onto the infrared detector 16. The infrared detector 16 converts the infrared radiation energy into an electrical signal. The signal processing circuit amplifies and processes the optoelectronic signal, and the image processing algorithm converts the electrical signal into an infrared image visible to the human eye, so as to detect temperature abnormalities of the breast and evaluate the degree of breast duct blockage. The infrared detector 16 has a temperature difference resolution ability of ≤0.05°C, at least 320×240 pixels, to capture subtle temperature differences and support dynamic monitoring (frame rate ≥30Hz).

[0035] Specifically, the pressure measurement component mounting ring 3 and the mounting base 4 are both set to be detachable, and both the pressure measurement component and the infrared thermal imaging module are electrically connected to the computer. It should be noted that the pressure measurement component and the infrared thermal imaging module can be quickly installed and disassembled according to requirements, improving the practicability of the device.

[0036] The working principle of this specific embodiment is as follows: First, select a pressure measurement component with the required specification according to the patient's needs, and install it on the pressure measurement component mounting ring 3. Then rotate the pressure measurement component so that the L-shaped block 8 cooperates with the card slot to complete the installation.

[0037] Then use the chest strap 1 and the shoulder strap 2 to install the pressure measurement component on the patient's chest. After installation, the semi-circular pressure sensor 11 fits against the chest. The air pump works in cooperation with the air delivery pipe 12 to inflate the semi-circular air cushion 10, so that the semi-circular pressure sensor 11 is in pressing contact with the patient's chest, obtaining the corresponding local pressure value. The obtained pressure value is compared with the normal breast measurement pressure value to obtain a preliminary conclusion on the degree of breast swelling.

[0038] Then disassemble the pressure measurement component from the pressure measurement component mounting ring 3, place the infrared detector 16 in the mounting frame 6, and fix it with the locking bolt 7. At this time, the infrared lens 17 is aligned with the nipple and has a certain distance from it. The distance can be adjusted to the required position by sliding the movable support rod 14 and then locked with the auxiliary locking bolt 15. The infrared detector 16 works to detect abnormal breast temperature, so as to obtain a conclusion on the location and severity of the glandular duct blockage. Combining the preliminary conclusion obtained by the above pressure measurement component, the final conclusion on the degree of breast swelling of the patient is determined.

[0039] The present invention is not limited to the foregoing specific embodiments. The present invention extends to any new feature or any new combination disclosed in this specification, as well as any new method or process step or any new combination disclosed.

Claims

1. A device for measuring breast swelling during breastfeeding, characterized in that: It includes a chest belt, two shoulder straps are arranged on the top of the chest belt, the other ends of the two shoulder straps are respectively connected to two pressure measurement component mounting rings, the two pressure measurement component mounting rings are respectively arranged on the front of the chest belt, the pressure measurement components are arranged on the pressure measurement component mounting rings, a mounting seat is arranged between the pressure measurement component mounting rings, the mounting seat is arranged on the chest belt, a telescopic component is arranged on the mounting seat, a mounting frame is arranged on the telescopic component, mounting frames are respectively arranged at the left and right ends of the mounting frame, locking bolts are arranged on the mounting frame, infrared thermal imaging modules are respectively arranged in the two mounting frames, and the infrared thermal imaging module and the pressure measurement component are on the same center.

2. A device for measuring breast swelling during breastfeeding according to claim 1, characterized in that: The back of the chest belt is provided with a buckle to adjust its length. The connection part of the chest belt corresponding to the two pressure measurement component mounting rings is made of hard plastic, and a cushioning cotton pad is provided on the skin contact surface. The shoulder strap is adjustable through a buckle, and the chest belt and the shoulder straps are both elastically arranged.

3. A device for measuring breast swelling during breastfeeding according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of L-shaped card blocks are arranged on the mounting ring of the pressure measuring component. The L-shaped card blocks are arranged in card slots, and the card slots are opened on the pressure measuring component.

4. A device for measuring breast swelling during breastfeeding according to claim 3, characterized in that: The pressure measuring assembly includes a semicircular outer shell, the card slot is opened on the semicircular outer shell, the semicircular outer shell is connected to the mounting ring of the pressure measuring assembly, a semicircular inflatable cushion is arranged in the semicircular outer shell, a semicircular pressure sensor is arranged in the semicircular inflatable cushion, nipple grooves are opened at the centers of the semicircular inflatable cushion and the semicircular pressure sensor, the bottom end of the semicircular inflatable cushion is connected to the air supply pipe, and the air supply pipe is connected to the air pump.

5. A device for measuring breast swelling during breastfeeding according to claim 3, characterized in that: The pressure measurement assembly also includes an auxiliary mounting ring, the clamping slot is arranged on the auxiliary mounting ring, a semicircular pressure sensor is arranged on the auxiliary mounting ring, and a nipple slot is arranged at the center of the semicircular pressure sensor.

6. A device for measuring breast swelling during breastfeeding according to claim 1, characterized in that: The telescopic assembly includes a fixed support rod, the fixed support rod is arranged on the mounting seat, an open slide groove is provided in the fixed support rod, a movable support rod is arranged in the open slide groove, an auxiliary locking bolt is provided on the fixed support rod and connected to the movable support rod, and the mounting frame is provided at one end of the movable support rod away from the fixed support rod.

7. A device for measuring breast swelling during breastfeeding according to claim 1, characterized in that: The infrared thermal imaging module comprises an infrared lens, which is arranged on an infrared detector, and the infrared detector is arranged in the installation frame.

8. A device for measuring breast swelling during breastfeeding according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pressure measurement component mounting ring and the mounting seat are both detachable, and the pressure measurement component and the infrared thermal imaging module are both electrically connected to a computer.

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