Traditional Chinese medicine effect penetration treatment device for elastic protector after sport injury

Abstract

The invention discloses a traditional Chinese medicine effect penetration treatment device for an elastic protector after sports injury, and relates to the technical field of sports injury treatment, the traditional Chinese medicine effect penetration treatment device comprises a fixing band, a medicine storage box and a buckling ring, the middle of the fixing band is provided with a hole, the bottom of the inner wall of the medicine storage box is uniformly and fixedly connected with baffles, and the tops of the baffles incline towards one side; a seepage seam is formed in the position, located on the edge of the baffle, of the bottom of the medicine storage box, a shaping ring is fixedly connected to the bottom face of the center of the fixing belt, an elastic rubber ring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the shaping ring, a sealing ring is fixedly connected to the outer circle face of the shaping ring, and a seepage layer is arranged between the sealing ring and the buckling ring. Threaded columns are fixedly connected to the top faces of the two ends of the buckling and pressing ring. According to the traditional Chinese medicine effect penetration treatment device for the elastic protective tool after the sport injury, a pressing plate structure is arranged on the fixing belt, after the device is used, a penetration layer can be replaced by disassembling the pressing plate structure, the device is more sanitary to use, liquid medicine left on the penetration layer is prevented from polluting different kinds of liquid medicine, and the device is more convenient to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of sports injury treatment technology, specifically to a device for the infiltration of medicinal effects into elastic protective gear after sports injuries. Background Technology

[0002] Sports injuries are common problems during exercise, such as muscle strains, ligament sprains, and joint contusions. These injuries are often accompanied by symptoms such as swelling, pain, and poor blood circulation. If treatment is not timely or appropriate, it can lead to slow recovery, sequelae, and affect athletic function and daily life.

[0003] Currently, the combination of elastic brace fixation and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment is widely used in the treatment of sports injuries. Elastic braces provide support and fixation to the injured area through elastic restraint, reducing the range of motion and preventing secondary injury. TCM treatment utilizes the blood-activating, swelling-reducing, pain-relieving, and muscle-relaxing effects of herbs to promote recovery of the injured area. Existing techniques often combine these two methods using an "elastic brace + external application of TCM" approach, where herbal ointments or packs are directly applied to the injured area before the elastic brace is worn for fixation.

[0004] Existing TCM permeation therapy devices have several drawbacks. The sustained-release layer is difficult to replace, and the permeation layer inside the protective garment is often integrated with the garment itself without a separate disassembly and replacement structure. After long-term use, the permeation layer easily absorbs drug residue and breeds bacteria. Furthermore, once the permeation layer ages, the entire protective garment needs to be replaced, increasing usage costs and reducing practicality. When the injured area cannot be used horizontally, the contact area between the permeation layer and the TCM changes, directly leading to uneven drug penetration. Some injured areas may not be covered by the drug, affecting the overall treatment effect.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to propose a drug penetration therapy device for elastic braces after sports injuries to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a traditional Chinese medicine penetration therapy device for sports injuries using elastic braces, in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art. These problems include: the slow-release layer of existing traditional Chinese medicine penetration therapy devices is inconvenient to replace during use; the penetration layer inside the brace is often an integral design with the brace body without an independent disassembly and replacement structure; after long-term use, the penetration layer easily absorbs drug residue and breeds bacteria; and after the penetration layer ages, the entire brace needs to be replaced, increasing usage costs and resulting in poor practicality. Furthermore, when the injured area cannot be used horizontally, the contact area between the penetration layer and the traditional Chinese medicine also changes, directly leading to uneven drug penetration and some injured areas not being covered by the drug, thus affecting the overall treatment effect.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a device for the infiltration and treatment of sports injuries using elastic braces, comprising a fixing strap, a medicine storage box, and a fastening ring. The fixing strap has an opening in the middle. The bottom of the inner wall of the medicine storage box is uniformly fixedly connected to a baffle. The top of the baffle is tilted to one side. A seepage slit is provided at the bottom of the medicine storage box at the edge of the baffle. A shaping ring is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the center of the fixing strap. An elastic rubber ring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the shaping ring. A sealing ring is fixedly connected to the outer circular surface of the shaping ring. An infiltration layer is provided between the sealing ring and the fastening ring. Threaded posts are fixedly connected to the top surfaces of both ends of the fastening ring.

[0008] Preferably, a limit ring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer circular surface of the medicine storage box, a pressure plate is movably sleeved on the outside of the medicine storage box, a first through hole is opened at both ends of the pressure plate, and a wing bolt is threaded to the end of the threaded post located at the top of the pressure plate.

[0009] Preferably, a mounting plate is fixedly connected to the center of the top surface of the fixing band, and a second through hole corresponding to the first through hole is provided at both ends of the mounting plate and on the fixing band. A retaining ring is fixedly connected to the center of the mounting plate, and a washer is provided on the mounting plate inside the retaining ring.

[0010] Preferably, two vibration motors are symmetrically arranged on the top of the medicine storage box, a micro air pump 5 is arranged on one side of the top of the medicine storage box, and a controller is arranged on the other side of the top of the medicine storage box.

[0011] Preferably, a hook and loop fastener male side is provided on the inner side of one end of the fixing strap, and a hook and loop fastener female side is provided on the other side of the fixing strap.

[0012] Preferably, the elastic rubber ring is hollow in the middle and has an arc-shaped cross-section.

[0013] Preferably, the sealing ring has an L-shaped cross-section, with both sides tightly attached to the shaping ring.

[0014] Preferably, both sides of the baffle are fixedly connected to the inner circular surface of the medicine storage box, the top is a certain distance from the top of the medicine storage box, and the top is tilted to one side. The seepage seam is located at one edge of the bottom of the baffle in the tilting direction.

[0015] Preferably, a dosing hole is provided on one side of the bottom of the medicine storage box, and the dosing hole is located in the direction of the baffle's inclination.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a device for the infiltration and treatment of drugs in elastic braces after sports injuries, which has the following beneficial effects: 1. This sports injury elastic brace with in-vitro drug penetration therapy device features a pressure plate structure on the fixed strap. After use, the in-vitro layer can be replaced by disassembling the pressure plate structure, making it more hygienic and preventing residual medication on the in-vitro layer from contaminating different medications. It is also more convenient to use.

[0017] 2. This sports injury elastic brace with drug penetration therapy device, by setting multiple baffle structures inside the drug storage box, can divide the drug storage box into multiple small spaces during the use of the device, so that the drug solution is distributed more evenly and the treatment effect is improved. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is an isometric view of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a bottom view diagram of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a top view of the fixing belt structure of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a side cross-sectional view of the fixing belt structure of the present invention; Figure 5 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of the structure at point A in this invention; Figure 6 This is a bottom view of the structure of the medicine storage box of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the medicine storage box structure of the present invention; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the pressure plate structure of the present invention.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Medicine storage box; 2. Male side of Velcro; 3. Controller; 4. Vibration motor; 5. Miniature air pump; 6. Wing bolt; 7. Fixing strap; 8. Female side of Velcro; 9. Pressure plate; 11. Sealing ring; 12. Elastic rubber ring; 13. Threaded post; 14. Clamping ring; 15. Permeable layer; 16. Retaining ring; 17. Washer; 18. Second perforation; 19. Mounting plate; 20. Shaping ring; 21. Seepage crack; 22. Baffle; 23. Dosing hole; 24. First perforation; 25. Limiting ring. Detailed Implementation

[0020] 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 skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0021] Please see Figure 1-8As shown, a post-sports injury elastic brace with traditional Chinese medicine penetration therapy device includes a fixing strap 7, a medicine storage box 1, and a buckle ring 14. The fixing strap 7 has an opening in the middle. Baffles 22 are uniformly fixed to the bottom of the inner wall of the medicine storage box 1. The top of the baffles 22 is tilted to one side. The tilted surface, combined with gravity and the pressure generated by the air pump, allows the traditional Chinese medicine liquid in the medicine storage box to flow precisely to the penetration gaps along the tilted direction, avoiding local accumulation of medicine liquid in the box. This ensures a continuous supply of medicine liquid in the small spaces divided by each baffle, solving the problem of uneven distribution of medicine liquid when used horizontally. At the same time, the tilted structure allows the medicine liquid to fit the bottom of the medicine storage box at any angle when the device is worn, fully covering all penetration gaps, preventing the medicine liquid from being lost in some penetration gaps and causing the medicine effect to be interrupted. Furthermore, the tilted surface has no horizontal dead corners, and the medicine liquid can carry the medicine residue along the way when it flows. The slope moves towards the seepage crack, which reduces the residue of medicine in the box and avoids the residue clogging the seepage crack. At the same time, in conjunction with the medicine addition hole, the newly added medicine can spread quickly along the inclined surface and mix evenly with the original medicine to ensure consistent drug concentration. The bottom of the medicine storage box 1 is provided with a seepage crack 21 at the edge of the baffle 22. A shaping ring 20 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the center of the fixing band 7. An elastic rubber ring 12 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the shaping ring 20. A sealing ring 11 is fixedly connected to the outer circular surface of the shaping ring 20. A permeable layer 15 is provided between the sealing ring 11 and the clamping ring 14. The permeable layer 15 is a hydrophilic medical polyurethane sponge with a porosity of 80%-90% and uniform pore size, which can quickly absorb and lock the Chinese medicine liquid. With the help of the air pump pressurization, a stable medicine permeation channel can be formed. Threaded posts 13 are fixedly connected to the top surfaces of both ends of the clamping ring 14.

[0022] A limit ring 25 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer circular surface of the medicine storage box 1. A pressure plate 9 is movably sleeved on the outside of the medicine storage box 1. The two ends of the pressure plate 9 are provided with first through holes 24. A wing bolt 6 is threaded to one end of the threaded post 13 located at the top of the pressure plate 9. By snapping it on, the tilt direction of the baffle 22 can be changed arbitrarily when the medicine storage box 1 is installed.

[0023] A mounting plate 19 is fixedly connected to the center of the top surface of the fixing band 7. The two ends of the mounting plate 19 and the fixing band 7 are provided with second through holes 18 corresponding to the first through hole 24. A retaining ring 16 is fixedly connected to the center of the mounting plate 19. A washer 17 is provided on the mounting plate 19 inside the retaining ring 16.

[0024] Two vibration motors 4 are symmetrically arranged on the top of the medicine storage box 1. A miniature air pump 55 is located on one side of the top of the medicine storage box 1, and a controller 3 is located on the other side of the top of the medicine storage box 1. The controller 3 integrates a control system. The core objective of the control system for the vibration motors 4 and the miniature air pump 5 is to achieve precise adjustment and closed-loop control of their parameters, while taking into account both ease of operation and safety of use, and adapting to the treatment needs of different recovery stages of sports injuries. The core uses an STM32F103 miniaturized single-chip microcomputer as the main control unit, which is responsible for receiving instructions, outputting control signals, and processing sensor feedback, while also being compatible with low power consumption requirements. The vibration motors 4 are controlled by an L298N motor driver chip, receiving the output from the main control chip. PWM signals enable synchronous operation of the two motors, while the micro air pump 5 is controlled to start and stop via an N-channel MOSFET. An MPX5010 air pressure sensor is installed inside the medicine storage box 1 to collect air pressure data and form a closed-loop air pressure control. Operation and display are achieved through a 1.3-inch OLED screen and four touch buttons. The screen can clearly display the vibration frequency, working time, air pressure value, and device working status. Power is supplied by a 5V / 2A lithium battery with a TP4056 charging chip, supporting Type-C interface charging. The battery life is no less than 8 hours. A low battery reminder will be triggered when the battery voltage is ≤3.7V. At the same time, a micro pressure relief valve is equipped on the medicine storage box 1 as a safety protection component.

[0025] The control parameters of the vibration motor 4 are set to a frequency adjustment range of 10Hz (mild vibration during swelling reduction) to 50Hz (deep vibration during muscle relaxation), supporting 1Hz step fine adjustment. The working time can be adjusted in 1-minute steps from 1 to 30 minutes. It also supports two modes: "single work" and "cyclic work". The cyclic work mode can be set to a custom logic of working for 10 minutes, stopping for 5 minutes, and repeating 3 times. The default is the dual-motor synchronous vibration mode, and an independent control interface is reserved to expand the single-motor zone vibration function. The air pressure adjustment range of the micro air pump 5 is 0.02-0.1MPa, supporting 0.01MPa step adjustment. The working logic is divided into inflation mode and slow release mode. In inflation mode, the air pump starts to the set air pressure and then stops, maintaining the pressure for 30 seconds. In slow release mode, the pressure is released by 0.01MPa every 2 minutes before inflation to the set value, avoiding prolonged high pressure on the damaged area. The air pump can also be started and stopped synchronously with the vibration motor 4, or controlled independently.

[0026] The four touch buttons have clearly defined functions. The mode button is used to switch between "vibration setting / air pressure setting / working mode". When switching, the corresponding parameter item on the screen flashes and cycles through the mode. The plus and minus buttons are used to increase and decrease the value of the currently selected parameter, respectively. The value is refreshed in real time. When the value exceeds the upper limit, a "MAX" prompt is displayed. When the value is below the lower limit, a "MIN" prompt is displayed. The confirmation button is used to confirm the parameter settings, start or pause the operation. When started, the screen displays "Running" and when paused, it displays "Standby".

[0027] The system control process is as follows: After power-on, the system enters the initialization phase, with default vibration frequency of 20Hz, air pressure of 0.05MPa, duration of 15 minutes, and synchronous mode. Simultaneously, it self-checks the air pressure sensor and vibration motor 4 for proper functioning. After initialization, the system enters the parameter setting phase. Users can switch parameter items using the mode key, adjust values ​​using the plus and minus keys, and save parameters using the confirmation key. After parameter setting, the system starts working. The main control unit outputs a PWM signal to control the frequency of vibration motor 4 and outputs a high-level signal to drive the micro air pump for inflation. The air pressure sensor collects data in real time and feeds it back to the main control unit. If the air pressure reaches the target value, the air pump is turned off; if it falls below the set value by 5%, the air pump is restarted. The timer module counts down synchronously, and the screen flashes a reminder when 3 minutes remain. When the timer ends or the user manually presses the confirmation key to pause, the system enters the stop phase, the air pump automatically depressurizes to 0.01MPa, and then enters standby mode.

[0028] When the air pressure is detected to be ≥0.12MPa (20% above the safety threshold), immediately turn off the air pump and open the pressure relief valve. The screen will display "High Pressure Alarm". The maximum duration of a single operation is 30 minutes, and the maximum number of cycles is 3, to avoid overtreatment.

[0029] The inner side of one end of the fixing strap 7 is provided with a hook and loop male side 2, and the other side of the fixing strap 7 is provided with a hook and loop female side 8.

[0030] The elastic ring 12 is hollow in the middle and has an arc-shaped cross-section. The hollow elastic ring 12 can provide good elasticity and fit tightly against the skin. At the same time, the arc-shaped cross-section gives the elastic ring 12 a certain degree of support and makes it less prone to deformation.

[0031] The sealing ring 11 has an L-shaped cross-section, and both sides are tightly attached to the shaping ring 20. When installing the permeation layer, the crimping ring first squeezes against the side of the sealing ring 11 to form a pre-tight state, which can prevent the crimping ring from falling off when the wing bolts are not used.

[0032] Both sides of the baffle 22 are fixedly connected to the inner circular surface of the medicine storage box 1. The top of the baffle 22 is a certain distance from the top of the medicine storage box 1, and the top is tilted to one side. The seepage crack 21 is located at the edge of the bottom of the baffle 22 in the tilting direction.

[0033] A dosing hole 23 is provided on the bottom side of the medicine storage box 1. The inner wall of the box is threaded and equipped with a threaded cap with a silicone sealing ring. The dosing hole 23 is located in the inclined direction of the baffle 22.

[0034] Working principle: First, the permeation layer 15 is laid flat on the sealing ring 11. Then, the clamping ring 14 is inserted along the outside of the permeation layer 15, so that the inside of the clamping ring and the outside of the sealing ring form a uniform compression on the permeation layer to achieve initial fixation. At the same time, the threaded posts 13 at both ends of the clamping ring pass through the second through holes 18 on the mounting plate 19 and the fixing band 7 respectively. Then, the medicine storage box 1 is aligned with the retaining ring 16 of the mounting plate 19 and clamped vertically to ensure that the bottom of the medicine storage box is initially attached to the gasket 17. Then, the pressure plate 9 is inserted from the top of the medicine storage box 1 and slid down to the limiting ring 2. At point 5, ensure that the first perforation 24 at both ends of the pressure plate is precisely fitted onto the threaded post 13; tighten the wing bolt 6 at the top of the threaded post clockwise until the clamping ring 14 and the sealing ring 11 are tightly fitted (without loosening or displacement of the permeation layer) and the medicine storage box 1 and the gasket 17 are seamlessly fitted (ensuring a leak-proof seal); finally, align the device with the treatment area, adjust the tightness of the Velcro male side 2 and female side 8 of the fixing strap 7 to a comfortable, non-tight fit, open the plug-type drug addition hole 23 of the medicine storage box 1 and inject an appropriate amount of traditional Chinese medicine solution, and promptly tighten the plug after injection to start the device for treatment.

[0035] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0036] 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 alterations 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 device for the infiltration and treatment of sports injuries using elastic protective gear with traditional Chinese medicine, characterized in that: The device includes a fixing strap (7), a medicine storage box (1), and a clamping ring (14). The fixing strap (7) has a hole in the middle. The bottom of the inner wall of the medicine storage box (1) is uniformly fixed with a baffle (22). The top of the baffle (22) is tilted to one side. The bottom of the medicine storage box (1) is provided with a seepage slit (21) at the edge of the baffle (22). The bottom surface of the center of the fixing strap (7) is fixedly connected with a shaping ring (20). The bottom of the shaping ring (20) is fixedly connected with an elastic rubber ring (12). The outer circular surface of the shaping ring (20) is fixedly connected with a sealing ring (11). A permeable layer (15) is provided between the sealing ring (11) and the clamping ring (14). The top surfaces of both ends of the clamping ring (14) are fixedly connected with threaded posts (13).

2. The device for drug penetration therapy in elastic braces after sports injuries according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the outer circular surface of the medicine storage box (1) is fixedly connected to a limiting ring (25). The medicine storage box (1) is movably sleeved with a pressure plate (9). The two ends of the pressure plate (9) are provided with first through holes (24). The threaded column (13) is threaded with a wing bolt (6) at one end of the top of the pressure plate (9).

3. The device for drug penetration therapy in elastic braces after sports injuries according to claim 1, characterized in that: A mounting plate (19) is fixedly connected to the center of the top surface of the fixing band (7). The two ends of the mounting plate (19) and the fixing band (7) are provided with second through holes (18) corresponding to the first through hole (24). A retaining ring (16) is fixedly connected to the center of the mounting plate (19). A washer (17) is provided on the mounting plate (19) inside the retaining ring (16).

4. The device for drug penetration therapy in elastic braces after sports injuries according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two vibration motors (4) are symmetrically arranged on the top of the medicine storage box (1), a micro air pump 5 (5) is arranged on one side of the top of the medicine storage box (1), and a controller (3) is arranged on the other side of the top of the medicine storage box (1).

5. The device for drug penetration therapy in elastic braces after sports injuries according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing strap (7) has a hook and loop fastener male side (2) on one end and a hook and loop fastener female side (8) on the other side.

6. The device for drug penetration therapy in elastic braces after sports injuries according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic rubber ring (12) is hollow in the middle and has an arc-shaped cross-section.

7. The device for drug penetration therapy in elastic braces after sports injuries according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sealing ring (11) has an L-shaped cross-section, and both sides are in close contact with the shaping ring (20).

8. The device for drug penetration therapy in elastic braces after sports injuries according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both sides of the baffle (22) are fixedly connected to the inner circular surface of the medicine storage box (1), the top of the baffle (22) is a certain distance from the top of the medicine storage box (1), and the top is tilted to one side. The seepage crack (21) is located at one edge of the bottom of the baffle (22) in the tilt direction.

9. A device for the infiltration and treatment of sports injuries using elastic braces according to claim 1, characterized in that: The medicine storage box (1) has a medicine adding hole (23) at the bottom of one side, and the medicine adding hole (23) is located in the inclined direction of the baffle (22).

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