Multifunctional feeding device for static tremor dyskinesia

By designing a multifunctional feeding device, which uses anti-tremor equipment and limiting rings to stably hold the tableware, the problem of tremor during eating for patients with resting tremor motor dysfunction is solved, achieving a more efficient and safer eating experience.

CN121845406APending Publication Date: 2026-04-14THE PEOPLES HOSPITAL SHAANXI PROV
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Application Number
CN202511896811.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-12-16
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

Existing assistive tableware cannot effectively counteract the tremors experienced by patients with resting tremor motor dysfunction during eating, leading to food spillage, safety risks, and low eating efficiency.

Method used

A multifunctional eating device was designed, comprising a handle, a gripping device, a vibration damping device, and a limiting device. Through the combined use of the vibration damping device and the limiting ring, it provides multiple cutlery modes, including chopsticks, spoons, and forks. The limiting pressure plate and spring structure enable quick replacement and stable gripping.

Benefits of technology

It improves feeding stability, expands the scope of application, reduces food spillage and safety risks, and increases feeding efficiency.

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Abstract

The invention provides a multifunctional feeding device for static tremor dyskinesia, and relates to the technical field of auxiliary feeding equipment. The device comprises a handle, the upper end of the handle is movably connected with a button; a clamping device is arranged in the opening end of the handle; the ends, away from the handle, of the two branch ends of the clamping device are fixedly connected with anti-vibration equipment. The button is electrically connected with the anti-vibration equipment; the outer side wall of the anti-vibration equipment is fixedly connected with a handheld ring; the output end of the anti-vibration equipment is fixedly connected with a limiting device; chopsticks are mounted on the inner side surface of the limiting device; limiting rings are arranged at the upper ends of the two anti-vibration devices. By arranging the two anti-shake devices and the limiting ring to be used in cooperation with the chopsticks, the spoon, the fork and other modes, multiple functions are added, the use range is expanded, tools such as the chopsticks or the fork can be rapidly inserted into the limiting pressing plate through the inclined plane design of the limiting pressing plate and the plane below the limiting pressing plate, and replacement is convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of assistive feeding equipment technology, specifically a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction. Background Technology

[0002] Patients with resting tremor motor dysfunction are prone to food spillage when eating independently because their limbs cannot stably control utensils. This not only causes waste but also poses safety risks such as cuts to the mouth or choking. At the same time, most existing assistive utensils are single-function (only spoons or forks), requiring frequent replacement, resulting in low eating efficiency. Furthermore, they are not designed with a core structure for "tremor counteraction," failing to fundamentally solve the problem of eating stability for patients and thus limiting their applicability. Summary of the Invention

[0003] (a) Technical problems to be solved To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction, solving the problem that existing assistive tableware cannot counteract the tremor when using chopsticks.

[0004] (II) Technical Solution To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction, comprising a handle; a button movably connected to the upper end of the handle; a gripping device disposed inside the open end of the handle; anti-tremor devices fixedly connected to the two ends of the gripping device, the ends furthest from the handle; the button electrically connected to the anti-tremor devices; a hand ring fixedly connected to the outer wall of the anti-tremor devices; a limiting device fixedly connected to the output end of the anti-tremor devices; chopsticks mounted on the inner surface of the limiting device; and limiting rings disposed at the upper ends of the two anti-tremor devices.

[0005] Preferably, the clamping device includes a connecting plate, a fixed round rod, and a first spring; the first spring is movably connected to the inner surface of the handle via the fixed round rod; one end of the first spring is fixedly connected to the side surface of the connecting plate; and the other end of the first spring is fixedly connected to the inner surface of the handle.

[0006] Preferably, the limiting device includes a clamping housing, a limiting pressure plate, a lifting rod, a sliding rod, a second spring, a torsion spring, a rotating disk, a limiting disk, and a limiting rod; two limiting devices are provided, which are identical in structure and symmetrically arranged; the clamping housing is fixedly connected to the output end of the anti-vibration device via an extension rod; the limiting pressure plate is slidably connected to the inner surface of the clamping housing; the lower end of the sliding rod is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the limiting pressure plate, and the upper end of the sliding rod is slidably connected to the inner surface of the clamping housing; the second spring is sleeved on the side surface of the sliding rod, wherein the lower end of the second spring is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the limiting pressure plate, and the upper end of the second spring is fixedly connected to the inner top side wall of the clamping housing.

[0007] Preferably, the rotating disk is rotatably connected to the inner surface of the limiting pressure plate, and the upper end of the rotating disk is fixedly connected to the lower end of the limiting disk; the torsion spring is sleeved on the inner side wall surface of the rotating disk; the upper end of the torsion spring is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the limiting disk, wherein the lower end of the torsion spring is fixedly connected to the inner side wall surface of the limiting pressure plate; and a limiting protrusion is provided on the outer side of the limiting disk.

[0008] Preferably, the limiting rod is fixedly connected to the upper end of the limiting disc; the limiting disc is movably connected to the inner surface of the lifting rod via the limiting rod.

[0009] Preferably, anti-slip rubber is provided on one and the lower side of the inclined surface of the limiting pressure plate, as well as on the inner wall of the clamping housing corresponding to the inclined surface.

[0010] Preferably, the inner sidewall of the upper end of the clamping housing is provided with a groove corresponding to the limiting protrusion near the top.

[0011] (III) Beneficial Effects This invention provides a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction. It has the following beneficial effects: 1. By setting up two anti-vibration devices and a limit ring to work together, multiple modes such as chopsticks, spoons and forks are used, which adds multiple functions and expands the scope of use.

[0012] 2. The inclined design of the limiting pressure plate and the flat surface below allow for quick insertion of tools such as chopsticks or forks, making them easy to replace. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction proposed in this invention. Figure 2 This is a side view of a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction proposed in this invention. Figure 3 In this invention Figure 2 Enlarged view of part A; Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction proposed in this invention. Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the gripping device structure of a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction proposed in this invention. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the first structure of the limiting device of a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction proposed in this invention. Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the second structure of the limiting device of a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction proposed in this invention; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the third structure of the limiting device of a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction proposed in this invention; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the fourth structure of the limiting device of a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction proposed in this invention.

[0014] The components are as follows: 1. Handle; 2. Button; 3. Anti-vibration device; 4. Clamping device; 401. Connecting plate; 402. Fixed rod; 403. First spring; 5. Limiting ring; 6. Limiting device; 601. Clamping housing; 602. Limiting pressure plate; 603. Pulling rod; 604. Sliding rod; 605. Second spring; 606. Torsion spring; 607. Rotating disc; 608. Limiting disc; 609. Limiting rod; 7. Chopsticks; 8. Hand ring. Detailed Implementation

[0015] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0016] Example 1: like Figure 1-9As shown, this embodiment of the invention provides a multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction, including a handle 1; a button 2 is movably connected to the upper end of the handle 1; a gripping device 4 is provided inside the open end of the handle 1; anti-tremor devices 3 are fixedly connected to the two ends of the gripping device 4 away from the handle 1; the button 2 is electrically connected to the anti-tremor device 3; a hand ring 8 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the anti-tremor device 3; a limiting device 6 is fixedly connected to the output end of the anti-tremor device 3; chopsticks 7 are installed on the inner surface of the limiting device 6; and limiting rings 5 ​​are provided at the upper ends of the two anti-tremor devices 3.

[0017] The inner side of the handheld ring 8 is covered with a soft pad to reduce finger friction. The upper end of the anti-vibration device 3, located inside the limiting ring 5, has two semicircles. The two semicircles are limited by rotating the outer shell of the limiting ring 5.

[0018] The clamping device 4 includes a connecting plate 401, a fixed round rod 402, and a first spring 403; the first spring 403 is movably connected to the inner surface of the handle 1 through the fixed round rod 402; one end of the first spring 403 is fixedly connected to the side surface of the connecting plate 401; and the other end of the first spring 403 is fixedly connected to the inner surface of the handle 1.

[0019] The first spring 403 is configured to provide a certain elastic force to the connecting plate 401 to facilitate manual clamping operations.

[0020] The limiting device 6 includes a clamping housing 601, a limiting pressure plate 602, a lifting rod 603, a sliding rod 604, a second spring 605, a torsion spring 606, a rotating disk 607, a limiting disk 608, and a limiting rod 609. Two limiting devices 6 are provided, with identical structures and symmetrically arranged. The clamping housing 601 is fixedly connected to the output end of the anti-vibration device 3 via an extension rod. The limiting pressure plate 602 is slidably connected to the inner surface of the clamping housing 601. The lower end of the sliding rod 604 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the limiting pressure plate 602, and the upper end of the sliding rod 604 is slidably connected to the inner surface of the clamping housing 601. The second spring 605 is sleeved on the side surface of the sliding rod 604, with the lower end of the second spring 605 fixedly connected to the upper surface of the limiting pressure plate 602, and the upper end of the second spring 605 fixedly connected to the inside of the clamping housing 601. The top sidewall features a rotating disc 607 rotatably connected to the inner surface of a limiting pressure plate 602, with the upper end of the rotating disc 607 fixedly connected to the lower end of a limiting disc 608. A torsion spring 606 is sleeved on the inner sidewall surface of the rotating disc 607. The upper end of the torsion spring 606 is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the limiting disc 608, while the lower end of the torsion spring 606 is fixedly connected to the inner sidewall surface of the limiting pressure plate 602. A limiting protrusion is provided on the outer side of the limiting disc 608, and a limiting rod 609 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the limiting disc 608. The limiting disc 608 is movably connected to the inner surface of the lifting rod 603 via the limiting rod 609. Anti-slip rubber is provided on one and the lower side of the inclined surface of the limiting pressure plate 602, as well as on the inner wall of the clamping housing 601 corresponding to the inclined surface. A groove corresponding to the limiting protrusion is provided on the upper inner sidewall of the clamping housing 601 near the top.

[0021] The angled opening on the limiting pressure plate 602 at the outlet position allows the handpiece to be inserted and shaken up and down to insert it.

[0022] Working principle: Pulling the lifting rod 603 causes it to slide along the side wall of the limiting rod 609. The protrusions on both sides of the limiting rod 609 then drive the limiting disc 608 upwards. Simultaneously, the limiting disc 608 moves upwards, causing the limiting pressure plate 602 to move upwards. When the limiting disc 608 moves into the groove in the clamping housing 601 corresponding to the limiting protrusion on its side, the limiting protrusion moves into the groove via the torsion spring 606, limiting the limiting pressure plate 602. Then, the handheld part of the chopstick 7 is placed in the two sections of the clamping housing 601. Finally, the lifting rod 603 is moved downwards, engaging the slot inside the lifting rod 603. The limiting rod 609 is held and rotated, which in turn drives the limiting disc 608 to rotate, moving the limiting protrusion out of the groove. At the same time, the limiting pressure plate 602 moves downward under the action of the second spring 605. The inclined surface set on the side of the limiting pressure plate 602 near the inner space of the clamping housing 601 pushes one of the chopsticks 7 to the edge for limiting, while the other chopstick is squeezed into another clamping housing 601 for limiting. Then, the limiting ring 5 is rotated to release the limiting of the two antivibration devices 3. At the same time, the antivibration devices 3 are popped open by the first spring 403 through the connecting plate 401. Then, the hand grips the inside of the hand ring 8 to perform the clamping operation.

[0023] Example 2: This embodiment is based on Embodiment 1: Pull up the lifting rod 603 and insert the handle of the spoon or fork into the clamping housing 601. The two sections of the handle are located inside the two clamping housings 601 respectively, and are limited by the compression of the lower end of the limiting pressure plate 602. Furthermore, holes can be drilled in the handle of the spoon or fork, and a protrusion can be provided at the corresponding position at the lower end of the limiting pressure plate 602 to further limit the handle and prevent it from falling off.

[0024] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction, comprising a handle (1); characterized in that: A button (2) is movably connected to the upper end of the handle (1); a clamping device (4) is provided inside the open end of the handle (1); two supports of the clamping device (4) and the ends away from the handle (1) are respectively fixedly connected to anti-vibration devices (3); the button (2) is electrically connected to the anti-vibration device (3); a hand ring (8) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the anti-vibration device (3); a limit device (6) is fixedly connected to the output end of the anti-vibration device (3); chopsticks (7) are installed on the inner surface of the limit device (6); and limit rings (5) are provided at the upper ends of the two anti-vibration devices (3).

2. The multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping device (4) includes a connecting plate (401), a fixed round rod (402), and a first spring (403); the first spring (403) is movably connected to the inner surface of the handle (1) through the fixed round rod (402); one end of the first spring (403) is fixedly connected to the side surface of the connecting plate (401); the other end of the first spring (403) is fixedly connected to the inner surface of the handle (1).

3. A multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting device (6) includes a clamping housing (601), a limiting pressure plate (602), a lifting rod (603), a sliding rod (604), a second spring (605), a torsion spring (606), a rotating disc (607), a limiting disc (608), and a limiting rod (609); two limiting devices (6) are provided, which have the same structure and are arranged symmetrically; the clamping housing (601) is fixedly connected to the output end of the anti-vibration device (3) by an extension rod; the limiting pressure plate (602) slides... The slide rod (604) is connected to the inner surface of the clamping housing (601); the lower end of the slide rod (604) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the limiting pressure plate (602), and the upper end of the slide rod (604) is slidably connected to the inner surface of the clamping housing (601); the second spring (605) is sleeved on the side surface of the slide rod (604), wherein the lower end of the second spring (605) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the limiting pressure plate (602), and the upper end of the second spring (605) is fixedly connected to the inner top side wall of the clamping housing (601).

4. A multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating disk (607) is rotatably connected to the inner surface of the limiting pressure plate (602), and the upper end of the rotating disk (607) is fixedly connected to the lower end of the limiting disk (608); the torsion spring (606) is sleeved on the inner side wall surface of the rotating disk (607); the upper end of the torsion spring (606) is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the limiting disk (608), wherein the lower end of the torsion spring (606) is fixedly connected to the inner side wall surface of the limiting pressure plate (602); the outer side of the limiting disk (608) is provided with a limiting protrusion.

5. A multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting rod (609) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the limiting disc (608); the limiting disc (608) is movably connected to the inner surface of the lifting rod (603) through the limiting rod (609).

6. A multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction according to claim 3, characterized in that: Anti-slip rubber is provided on one and the lower side of the inclined surface of the limiting pressure plate (602) and on the inner wall of the clamping housing (601) corresponding to the inclined surface.

7. A multifunctional feeding device for resting tremor motor dysfunction according to claim 3, characterized in that: The clamping housing (601) has a groove on the inner side wall of the upper end near the top end, which corresponds to the limiting protrusion.