Nursing device

Abstract

The invention provides a nursing device which enables a user to easily rotate and move or keep standing in a standing posture. The care device (10) is provided with: a support-type handrail (20) (pillar handrail) provided in the vertical direction of a building on a base member provided in the building; a rod-like member (30) provided on the support-type armrest (20) so as to extend toward the near front side; and a support member (40) which is provided on the near front side of the rod-shaped member (30) and on which the upper body (16A) of the user (16) can lean. The support member (40) has a support surface (41) which protrudes toward the near front side and bends or bends multiple times around the support-type armrest (20).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to nursing devices. Background Technology

[0002] For example, in a restroom, a person with a disability or an elderly person (hereinafter referred to as the "user") using a toilet enters the space in front of the toilet while in a wheelchair. In this case, after standing up from the wheelchair in the aforementioned space, the user rotates so that their back side (hip side) faces the toilet and then sits down on the toilet. Conversely, when moving from the toilet to the wheelchair, after standing up from the toilet, the user rotates so that their back side faces the wheelchair and then sits down on the wheelchair.

[0003] Additionally, a structure is disclosed for a handrail installed in front of a bed, which has a supporting rod and a handrail component connected to the rod. The rod is erected vertically with its lower end abutting the ground and its upper end abutting the ceiling (see Patent Document 1). In bedrooms or bathrooms with beds, this handrail can be easily used by people with weak grip strength when standing up from a seated position.

[0004] Existing technical documents

[0005] Patent documents

[0006] Patent Document 1: Japanese Utility Model Registration No. 3137494 Summary of the Invention

[0007] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0008] As mentioned above, when users move between a commode and a wheelchair, they need to perform a rotating motion in a standing position within the space in front of the commode. Furthermore, some users have difficulty maintaining a standing position on their own, or difficulty rotating, and others have difficulty dressing or undressing. Especially when a user has difficulty maintaining a standing position, it is difficult for a caregiver to simultaneously support the user in a standing position while assisting with rotation or dressing / undressing. Therefore, having one caregiver support the user in a standing position while another assists with rotation or dressing / undressing places a heavy burden on the caregivers.

[0009] In addition to the situations mentioned above, there are various other situations where caregivers are needed to maintain a user's standing posture. For example, situations where the user needs to move between a bed and a wheelchair, or where the user needs to put on or take off clothes while standing in a fitting room.

[0010] However, in the existing armrests described above, although they can assist users in a seated position to stand up, they do not specifically consider assisting users in a standing position to rotate or move.

[0011] The purpose of this invention is to make it easy for users to rotate or maintain a standing posture.

[0012] Solution for solving the problem

[0013] The nursing device of Option 1 includes: a support handrail, which is provided on the base component of the building along the vertical direction of the building; a rod-shaped component, which is provided on the support handrail extending towards the front; and a support component, which is provided on the rod-shaped component near the front and can be used for the user's upper body to lean against, the support component having a support surface that protrudes towards the front and bends or flexes repeatedly around the support handrail.

[0014] In this nursing device, a standing user can lean their upper body against the support surface of the support component. This support surface protrudes towards the front (user side) and bends or flexes repeatedly around the support armrest, so it does not hinder the user's rotational movement.

[0015] Option 2 is based on the nursing device of Option 1, wherein the upper part of the rod-shaped component is covered by the support component, and the lower part of the rod-shaped component is not covered by the support component and is exposed to the front side.

[0016] In this care device, the user can hold onto the rod-shaped component to stabilize their posture when performing rotational movements or maintaining a standing position.

[0017] Option 3 is a nursing device according to Option 1 or 2, wherein the support member has a chin support extending from above the support surface toward the depth side.

[0018] In this care device, the user can place their chin on the chin rest while leaning their upper body against the support surface of the support component.

[0019] Option 4 is a nursing device based on any one of Options 1 to 3, wherein the rod-shaped component has multiple longitudinal rods, and the support component is installed across the multiple longitudinal rods.

[0020] In this care device, because the rod-shaped component has multiple longitudinal sections, the longitudinal section can be selected according to the user's position or posture. For example, by holding the longitudinal section closest to oneself, one can stably perform standing or sitting movements. In addition, the support component is installed across multiple longitudinal sections, thus providing high installation strength.

[0021] Option 5 is a nursing device based on any one of Options 1 to 4, wherein the base component has a lower base component that abuts against the ground and an upper base component that abuts against the ceiling, and the support handrail is a support-type handrail that is vertically installed between the lower base component and the upper base component.

[0022] In this nursing device, since the support handrail is a support type handrail, it can be installed without changing the structure of the building.

[0023] Option 6 is a nursing device based on any one of Options 1 to 4, wherein a ground base plate is provided on the ground as the base component, and the support handrail is a fixed handrail erected on the ground base plate.

[0024] In this nursing device, since the support handrail is a fixed handrail, it can also be installed in places where the ceiling strength is low and it is impossible to install a supporting handrail.

[0025] Option 7 is based on the nursing device of Option 4, wherein the end of the rod-shaped component on the same side is fixed to the support handrail by a bracket.

[0026] This nursing device integrates the bracket, rod-shaped components, and support components, making it easy to install support handrails.

[0027] Invention Effects

[0028] According to the present invention, users can easily perform rotational movements and maintain a standing posture. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 This is a front view showing the nursing device of this embodiment being installed on a support-type handrail.

[0030] Figure 2 This is a perspective view showing the state of the nursing device of this embodiment as viewed from the front.

[0031] Figure 3 This is a perspective view showing the state of the nursing device of this embodiment as viewed from the depth side.

[0032] Figure 4 This refers to the nursing device described in this embodiment. Figure 2 AA-direction sectional view.

[0033] Figure 5 This is an exploded 3D view of the support structure.

[0034] Figure 6 This is an exploded perspective view showing the clamping part of the bracket.

[0035] Figure 7 This is a side view showing the user's upper body leaning against the supporting component.

[0036] Figure 8 This is a rear view showing the user's upper body leaning against the support structure as viewed from the depth side.

[0037] Figure 9 This is a top view showing a toilet equipped with the nursing device of this embodiment, with the entrance located to the side of the space in front of the toilet, and a user arriving at the entrance in a wheelchair.

[0038] Figure 10 It is a top view showing the user transitioning from a wheelchair to a commode.

[0039] Figure 11 This is a top view showing a toilet equipped with the nursing device of this embodiment, with the entrance and exit located in front of the toilet seat, and a user arriving at the entrance and exit in a wheelchair.

[0040] Figure 12 This is a perspective view showing the nursing device of this embodiment installed on a fixed handrail.

[0041] In the picture:

[0042] 10—Nursing device, 11—Floor, 12—Ceiling, 16—User, 16A—Upper body, 20—Supporting handrail (support handrail), 21—Lower base component (base component), 22—Upper base component (base component), 30—Rod-shaped component, 30L—Rod-shaped component, 30R—Rod-shaped component, 31—Longitudinal rod, 31L—Longitudinal rod, 31R—Longitudinal rod, 40—Supporting component, 41—Supporting surface, 45—Chin rest, 50—Bracket, 120—Fixed handrail (support handrail), 121—Floor base plate (base component). Detailed Implementation

[0043] Hereinafter, embodiments for carrying out the present invention will be described based on the accompanying drawings. Components indicated by the same symbols in the various drawings refer to the same or identical components. Furthermore, in the embodiments described below, repeated descriptions and symbols are sometimes omitted. Additionally, the drawings used in the following description are schematic, and the dimensional relationships and ratios of the components shown may not necessarily correspond to reality. Furthermore, the dimensional relationships and ratios of the components may not necessarily be consistent between the various drawings.

[0044] exist Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment, the nursing device 10 includes a support-type handrail 20, a rod-shaped component 30, and a support component 40, which serve as an example of a support handrail.

[0045] The supporting handrail 20 is installed on the base member of the building along the vertical direction of the building. In other words, the vertical direction of the building is the length direction of the supporting handrail 20. The base member has, for example, a lower base member 21 that abuts against the ground 11 and an upper base member 22 that abuts against the ceiling 12. The supporting handrail 20 is installed vertically between the lower base member 21 and the upper base member 22, for example.

[0046] The support-type handrail 20 has a lower tube 23, an upper tube 24, and a clamping device 25. The lower end of the lower tube 23 is connected to the lower base component 21. The upper end of the upper tube 24 is connected to the upper base component 22. The outer diameter of the upper tube 24 is smaller than the inner diameter of the lower tube 23. The upper tube 24 is inserted into the upper end of the lower tube 23. The clamping device 25 is a device for fixing and releasing the upper tube 24 relative to the lower tube 23, and adjusting the length of the support-type handrail 20, for example, by operating a cam (not shown) using a rod 26.

[0047] exist Figure 9 , Figure 10 The image shows a toilet 100 with its entrance 101 located to the side of the space in front of the toilet 102. In this example, a support-type handrail 20 is located diagonally in front of the toilet 102 and on the side away from the entrance 101. Figure 11 A toilet 200 is shown with entrance 201 located in front of toilet seat 202. In this example, a supportive handrail 20 is positioned diagonally in front of toilet seat 202 and is located on the left side when viewed from entrance 201. In either example, user 16 can enter toilet 100 or 200 to some extent from entrances 101 and 201 while in a wheelchair 15.

[0048] exist Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment, a rod-shaped member 30 is provided on the support-type armrest 20 extending proximally. "Proximally" refers to the proximally positioned side as viewed from the user 16 of the care device 10, and may also be referred to as the user 16 side. The rod-shaped member 30, for example, has multiple longitudinal rod portions 31. In this embodiment, two rod-shaped members 30 are provided. Furthermore, each rod-shaped member 30 has one longitudinal rod portion 31. That is, in this embodiment, the rod-shaped member 30 and the longitudinal rod portion 31 are synonymous. Alternatively, multiple longitudinal rod portions 31 can be provided on a single rod-shaped member 30 by bending or joining raw materials.

[0049] The longitudinal bar portion 31 curves protrudingly towards the side opposite to the support-type handrail 20. For example, the longitudinal bar portion 31 is curved into an arc shape. Furthermore, viewed axially from the support-type handrail 20, the longitudinal bar portion 31 is arranged radially. Figure 9 and Figure 10 Toilet 100 shown and Figure 11In the toilet 200 shown, the care device 10 is installed on the support-type handrail 20 with the right vertical bar 31R (bar-shaped member 30R) positioned near the toilet seat 102 and the left vertical bar 31L (bar-shaped member 30L) positioned near the entrance / exit 101. The bar-shaped member 30 is configured, for example, to have the outer surface of a metal tube covered with semi-rigid synthetic resin. The gaps between the vertical bars 31 and between the vertical bars 31 and the lower tube 23 (support-type handrail 20) are set such that the user 16's head cannot enter.

[0050] The ends of the rod-shaped member 30 on the same side are respectively fixed to the support-type handrail 20 by a bracket 50. The rod-shaped member 30 is, for example, symmetrical about the vertical center (in other words, the apex of the convex shape) of the vertical rod portion 31. The upper and lower brackets 50 are, for example, identical in construction, so the lower bracket 50 will be described here.

[0051] exist Figures 4 to 6 In this design, the support 50 includes, for example, a support body 51 and a clamping portion 52. The support body 51 has a pair of insertion portions 53. Furthermore, the support body 51 has a bottomed shape with an opening 51A on the insertion side of the rod-shaped member 30. The insertion portion 53 is configured as a gap between an inner cylindrical portion 53A and an outer cylindrical portion 53B. The support body 51 is reinforced internally by, for example, a rib 51R. The rib 51R connects the wall portion 51B of the support body 51 to the outer cylindrical portion 53B of the insertion portion 53. The opening 51A is closed by a cover 55. A plurality of claw portions 55A are provided on the cover 55. Engaging holes 51C are formed on the wall portion 51B of the support body 51 to engage with these claw portions 55A.

[0052] The ends of two rod-shaped components 30 are inserted into a pair of insertion portions 53. The ends of the rod-shaped components 30 are fixed to the insertion portions 53, for example, by screws 54. An insertion hole 53C for the screw 54 is provided in the outer cylinder portion 53B.

[0053] like Figure 4 As shown, the rod-shaped member 30 extends from the end face of the insertion portion 53, for example, in the normal direction of that end face. The bottom surface 51D of the support body 51 is arranged horizontally, for example. In other words, this bottom surface is perpendicular to the lower tube 23 (support-type handrail 20).

[0054] exist Figures 4 to 6In this design, the clamping part 52 has a fixed part 52A integrated with the support body 51 and a movable part 52B supported relative to the fixed part 52A by a pin 56, allowing it to rotate. The fixed part 52A and the movable part 52B each have a concave, generally semi-cylindrical receiving part 57. The radius of curvature of the receiving part 57 is set to be slightly larger than, for example, the outer diameter of the lower tube 23 in the support-type handrail 20. The lower tube 23 is clamped between a pair of receiving parts 57A, and the fixed part 52A and the movable part 52B are secured by, for example, bolts 58, washers 59, and nuts 60, thereby fixing the clamping part 52 to the lower tube 23. Thus, the support 50 is fixed to the lower tube 23.

[0055] In addition, to prevent accidental vertical movement of the clamping part 52 relative to the lower tube 23 (support type handrail 20), for example, a protrusion 61 can be provided in the receiving part 57. Figure 5 The protrusion 61 is embedded in the semi-rigid synthetic resin on the outer surface of the lower tube 23, or the protrusion 61 can be engaged with a hole or cut in the lower tube 23 (not shown) in the vertical direction.

[0056] exist Figures 1 to 4 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 In this embodiment, a support member 40 is disposed near the front of the rod-shaped member 30, forming a portion that allows the upper body 16A of the user 16 to lean against. The support member 40 is made of, for example, a sponge made of polyethylene (PE), ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), polyurethane, etc., but may also be configured to have a sponge covered by a skin. The support member 40 may also have a support surface 41 that protrudes near the front and curves around the support-type armrest 20. This support surface 41 may also curve along the longitudinal rod portion 31 of the rod-shaped member 30. In this embodiment, the support surface 41, for example, has a surface shape approximating a portion of an ellipsoid.

[0057] The upper part of the rod-shaped member 30 is covered by the support member 40, while the lower part of the rod-shaped member 30 is exposed to the front side without being covered by the support member 40. The support member 40 may also be installed across multiple longitudinal rod portions 31. In this embodiment, the support member 40 is installed across two longitudinal rod portions 31. As an example, two retainers 42 are embedded inside the support member 40. The retainer 42 is, for example, a metal plate having a curved portion 42A along the longitudinal rod portion 31 of the rod-shaped member 30 and a flat portion 42B along the bottom surface 51D of the upper bracket 50. An internal thread portion (not shown) is provided in the retainer 42, and a bolt 43 is passed through and fastened to the internal thread portion from the depth side of the longitudinal rod portion 31, thereby fixing the support member 40 to the longitudinal rod portion 31. The insertion hole of the bolt 43 provided in the longitudinal rod portion 31 is closed by a cover 44.

[0058] The support member 40 may also have a chin rest 45 extending from above the support surface 41 toward the depth side. The chin rest 45 may be a horizontal surface, or it may be formed as an inclined surface or a concave surface depending on the jaw. Here, "above the support surface 41" includes the upper end of the support surface 41. That is, the chin rest 45 may be connected to the support surface 41, or it may be provided separately from the support surface 41. In other words, a non-supported area may also be provided between the support surface 41 and the chin rest 45. When the upper body 16A of the user 16 is leaning against the support surface 41, the chin can be placed on the chin rest 45.

[0059] Furthermore, the support member 40 covers the upper part of the rod-shaped member 30 from the front side, but the hand enters the depth side of the rod-shaped member 30 from the side of the support member 40, so it is also possible to hold the side of the support member 40 or the upper part of the rod-shaped member 30, or hug the support member 40.

[0060] An example of how this embodiment is used will be described. For example... Figure 9 As shown, a user 16 in a wheelchair 15 enters the toilet 100 through the entrance 101 and stands up by holding the left vertical bar 31L. Then, while holding the left and right vertical bars 31L, 31R or the support armrests 20, the user 16 rotates towards the toilet 102 and moves to the front of the toilet 102.

[0061] Then, with the upper body leaning against the support member 40, the user 16 removes their lower body clothing and sits on the toilet seat 102 while holding the vertical bar 31R. Next, as... Figure 10 As shown, the user 16, who is sitting on the commode 102, stands up while holding the right vertical bar 31R. Next, the user 16 puts on lower body clothing while leaning against the support member 40. Then, the user 16 rotates towards the wheelchair 15 while holding the left and right vertical bars 31L, 31R, or the support armrests 20. The user 16, now positioned in front of the wheelchair 15, sits down in the wheelchair while holding the left vertical bar 31L.

[0062] (effect)

[0063] This embodiment is configured as described above, and its function will be explained below. In the nursing device 10 of this embodiment, in, for example, a bathroom 100 or 200, a user 16 in a standing position can lean his upper body against the support surface 41 of the support member 40. The support surface 41 protrudes towards the front (user 16 side) and bends around the support armrest, so it does not hinder the user 16's rotational movement.

[0064] The height and orientation of the care device 10 relative to the lower tube 23 (support-type handrail 20) can be arbitrarily changed via the bracket 50. Specifically, the orientation of the care device 10 can be adjusted to an angle position midway between the entrance / exit 101, 201 of the toilet 100, 200 and the toilet seat 102, 202. Furthermore, the height of the care device 10 can be adjusted according to the user 16's physical condition. Additionally, when the user 16 rotates or maintains a standing posture, they can hold onto the lower tube 23 (support-type handrail 20) to stabilize their posture.

[0065] Furthermore, when the upper part of the vertical rod portion 31 (rod-shaped member 30) is covered by the support member 40, and the lower part of the vertical rod portion 31 (rod-shaped member 30) is not covered by the support member 40 and is exposed to the front, the user 16 can hold the vertical rod portion 31 (rod-shaped member 30) to stabilize the posture when performing rotational movements or maintaining a standing position. In addition, when the user 16 is standing or sitting, holding the vertical rod portion 31 (rod-shaped member 30) allows for stable movement.

[0066] Furthermore, when the support member 40 has a chin rest 45, the user 16 can place his chin on the chin rest 45 while his upper body 16A is leaning against the support surface 41 of the support member 40. As a result, the posture of the user 16 leaning against the support member 40 can be made more stable.

[0067] Furthermore, when the rod-shaped member 30 has multiple longitudinal rod portions 31, the longitudinal rod portion 31 can be selected according to the position and posture of the user 16. For example, by holding the longitudinal rod portion 31 closest to oneself, one can stably perform standing or sitting movements. In addition, when the support member 40 is installed across multiple longitudinal rod portions 31, the installation strength of the support member 40 is high.

[0068] Furthermore, when the support handrail is a support-type handrail 20, even in a typical residential bathroom 100 with limited space, the support handrail and care device 10 can be installed without altering the building's structure. The bathroom 100 is located to the side of the space in front of the toilet 102 at the entrance 101. Figure 9 , Figure 10 ) and the toilet 200 located in front of the toilet 202 (entrance 201) Figure 11 Any one of them can be equipped with a support handrail and a care device 10.

[0069] In addition, by using a bracket 50 to support the end of the longitudinal rod portion 31 of the fixed rod-shaped member 30 on the same side, the bracket 50, the rod-shaped member 30 and the support member 40 are integrated into one unit, thereby making it easier to install the support handrail.

[0070] Thus, according to this embodiment, it is possible to facilitate rotational movement of the user 16 while standing.

[0071] [Other Implementation Methods]

[0072] The above describes one example of an embodiment of the present invention, but the embodiments of the present invention are not limited to the above. Of course, various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention.

[0073] In the above embodiment, the support member 40 has a support surface 41 that protrudes towards the front and bends around the support handrail (support type handrail 20). However, the present invention is not limited to this and may also be configured as a support surface that protrudes towards the front and bends multiple times around the support handrail (support type handrail 20).

[0074] exist Figure 12 In the example shown, a base plate 121 is provided on the ground 11 as a base component. The support handrail is a fixed handrail 120 that is erected on the base plate 121. A support tube 123 reinforced by ribs 122 is provided on the base plate 121. A tube 124 that serves as a handrail is inserted into and fixed to the support tube 123.

[0075] Fixed handrails 120 can be installed in any relatively spacious area, and care devices 10 can be installed on them. Fixed handrails 120 can also be installed in locations where ceiling strength is low, making it impossible to install support handrails 20.

Claims

1. A nursing device, characterized in that, have: A support handrail, which is installed on the base component of a building along the vertical direction of the building; A rod-shaped component extending towards the front is disposed on the support handrail; as well as A support component is located near the front of the rod-shaped component and allows the user's upper body to lean against it. The support component has a support surface that protrudes towards the front and bends or flexes repeatedly around the support armrest.

2. The nursing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper part of the rod-shaped component is covered by the supporting component, while the lower part of the rod-shaped component is not covered by the supporting component and is exposed to the front side.

3. The nursing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support member has a chin rest that extends from above the support surface toward the depth side.

4. The nursing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rod-shaped component has multiple longitudinal rod sections. The support component is installed across the plurality of longitudinal bars.

5. The nursing device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The base component comprises a lower base component that abuts against the ground and an upper base component that abuts against the ceiling. The support handrail is a support-type handrail that is vertically installed between the lower base component and the upper base component.

6. The nursing device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The base component has a ground base plate set on the ground. The support handrail is a fixed handrail that is erected on the ground base plate.

7. The nursing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The end of the rod-shaped component on the same side is fixed to the support handrail by a bracket.

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