A special needling apparatus for joint adhesion release

Abstract

The application discloses a special needling device for joint adhesion release, which comprises a holding handle connected with a needle body and a closed metal frame structure. The needle body is composed of a connecting section and a smooth conical needle tip, the included angle between the needle tip and the connecting section is 160-170 degrees, and the surface is provided with a polished plating layer. The device is integrally bent and formed by a medical stainless steel rod, the length of the needle body is greater than that of the holding handle, and the bottom of the vertical holding part is a circular arc transition. The device has small needle insertion resistance and low tissue trauma, can realize fast needle insertion and extraction, can accurately release soft tissue adhesion in the superficial fascia layer, is stable and convenient to operate, is high in safety, has quick effect, and is suitable for the treatment of joint adhesion caused by cervical spondylosis, lumbar spondylosis and chronic soft tissue injury.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of minimally invasive medical devices in traditional Chinese medicine, specifically to a special acupuncture device for releasing joint adhesions. Background Technology

[0002] Joint adhesions are a common pathological condition in the development of bone diseases such as cervical spondylosis, lumbar spondylosis, and chronic soft tissue injuries. They are often accompanied by soft tissue adhesions, contractures, and local aseptic inflammatory reactions, which can lead to increased fascial tension, muscle spasms, and subsequently compress nerves and blood vessels, causing symptoms such as neck, shoulder, back, and leg pain, limited joint movement, and limb numbness, seriously affecting the patient's quality of life. Currently, minimally invasive release treatment for such conditions mainly relies on traditional acupuncture needles or small needle knives: Traditional acupuncture needles can only regulate the flow of qi and blood in the meridians through acupoint stimulation, making it difficult to directly and effectively release adhesions in the superficial fascia layer, resulting in insufficient treatment targeting; although conventional small needle knives have release functions, their structural design is mostly a straight handle + blade type, which results in high resistance to needle insertion, easily causing significant tissue trauma, and a higher risk of postoperative bleeding and infection. Moreover, the operation requires strict skill from the operator, making it difficult to achieve the minimally invasive operation of "fast needle insertion and withdrawal," resulting in a poor patient treatment experience.

[0003] Traditional acupuncture joint adhesion release therapy, a unique treatment based on traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture theory combined with modern soft tissue pain management, focuses on superficial needle insertion to directly release adhesions and contractures in the lesion and surrounding soft tissues within the superficial fascia layer. This reduces local tissue pressure, relieves muscle spasms, alleviates nerve and vascular compression, restores normal physiological structure, and creates conditions for soft tissue reconstruction. However, existing clinical instruments are ill-suited to the operational characteristics of this therapy: traditional instruments lack optimized needle tip angles for superficial fascia release, making precise and minimally invasive superficial release difficult; furthermore, the grip structure of existing instruments is mostly a simple straight handle, making it difficult for the operator to maintain stable force, easily leading to problems such as needle deviation and loss of depth control, affecting treatment efficacy and safety. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a specialized instrument specifically adapted to traditional acupuncture joint adhesion release therapy to address the problems of significant tissue trauma, high needle insertion resistance, insufficient ease of operation, and poor adaptability in existing techniques, thereby improving the clinical efficacy and patient acceptance of joint adhesion release treatment. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the defects of the prior art and provide a special acupuncture instrument for joint adhesion release. This invention addresses the technical problems of traditional acupuncture and small needle knife instruments in joint adhesion release treatment, such as large tissue trauma, high needle insertion resistance, and insufficient ease of operation, which make it difficult to meet the clinical needs of ancient acupuncture joint adhesion release techniques. The invention aims to achieve joint adhesion release treatment that is low-trauma, highly efficient, and highly safe.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention employs the following technical means: A special acupuncture device for releasing joint adhesions includes a needle body and a handle. The needle body and the handle are fixedly connected. The needle body is a slender metal rod-shaped structure. The needle body includes a connecting section. The top of the connecting section is connected to a needle tip. The needle tip is a tapered tip with a smooth transition. The bottom of the connecting section is fixedly connected to the handle. The grip is a closed metal frame structure. The grip includes a lateral connecting part that is fixedly connected to the connecting section, and a vertical grip part is connected to the end of the lateral connecting part away from the connecting section.

[0006] Preferably, both the needle body and the handle are made of medical-grade stainless steel.

[0007] Preferably, the needle body and the handle are made by bending a slender metal rod.

[0008] Preferably, the length of the needle body is greater than the length of the grip handle.

[0009] Preferably, the needle tip surface is provided with a polished coating to reduce tissue resistance during needle insertion.

[0010] Preferably, the needle tip and the connecting section are provided with an angle of 160°-170°.

[0011] Preferably, the bottom of the vertical grip portion has a rounded transition shape.

[0012] The present invention has the following beneficial effects: 1. Improved minimally invasiveness and safety of treatment: The instrument is made of medical-grade stainless steel. The needle tip has a smooth conical transition and polished coating, resulting in low needle insertion resistance and enabling rapid needle insertion and withdrawal. It causes minimal trauma to human tissue and effectively reduces the risk of tissue traction damage, bleeding, and postoperative infection during the procedure. There are no obvious adverse reactions during the treatment process, and patients have a high acceptance rate.

[0013] 2. Adapted to the precise treatment needs of traditional acupuncture release techniques: The needle tip and connecting segment are set at an angle of 160°-170°, combined with the slender rod-like structure of the needle body, which can accurately reach the lesion site in the superficial fascia layer, realize the direct peeling and release of soft tissue adhesions and contractures around the joint, effectively reduce local tissue pressure, relieve muscle spasms, alleviate nerve and blood vessel compression, and create good physiological conditions for the repair and reconstruction of surrounding soft tissues. The treatment is highly targeted and the release efficiency is high.

[0014] 3. Optimized operational stability and convenience: The handle adopts a closed metal frame structure, which makes it easy for the operator to hold and exert force stably. The rounded transition design at the bottom of the vertical grip improves the operating feel and avoids the risk of hand scratches. The instrument is made of a single bent metal rod without splicing gaps, which makes it strong and durable. It can be adapted to the operating habits of different operators and reduces the difficulty of operation.

[0015] 4. Improve clinical treatment efficiency and effectiveness: The treatment time is short, and the therapeutic effect can be seen immediately after the release operation. It can quickly relieve the pain symptoms of patients with neck, shoulder, back and leg pain and improve the problem of limited joint movement. The instrument has a simple structure, is easy to clean and disinfect, and is suitable for clinical aseptic operation requirements. It can be widely used in the treatment of joint adhesions caused by cervical spondylosis, lumbar spondylosis and chronic soft tissue injury, and has a wide range of applications. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention; In the attached figures, the following labels are used: It includes a needle body 1, a needle tip 11, a connecting section 12, a grip 2, a horizontal connecting part 21, and a vertical grip part 22. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solution of the present invention will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. 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.

[0018] like Figure 1 As shown, the present invention provides a special acupuncture device for releasing joint adhesions, including a needle body 1 and a handle 2, wherein the needle body 1 and the handle 2 are fixedly connected. The needle body 1 is a slender metal rod structure. The needle body 1 includes a connecting section 12. The top of the connecting section 12 is connected to a needle tip 11. The needle tip 11 has a smoothly transitioned conical tip to reduce needle insertion resistance. The bottom of the connecting section 12 is fixedly connected to the handle 2. The handle 2 is a closed metal frame structure. The handle 2 includes a horizontal connecting part 21 that is fixedly connected to the connecting section 12. The end of the horizontal connecting part 21 away from the connecting section 12 is connected to a vertical gripping part 22.

[0019] Both the needle body 1 and the handle 2 are made of medical stainless steel, which has good biocompatibility, can be repeatedly sterilized and reused, and is suitable for clinical aseptic operation requirements.

[0020] The needle body 1 and the handle 2 are made by bending a thin metal rod, with no seams, which avoids the risk of bacterial growth and improves the overall strength and stability of the instrument.

[0021] The length of the needle body 1 is greater than the length of the handle 2, which ensures that the needle body can accurately reach the lesion site in the superficial fascia layer, and also makes it easy for the operator to hold and operate stably, avoiding the hand from obstructing the surgical field.

[0022] The needle tip 11 has a polished coating on its surface, which can further reduce tissue resistance during needle insertion, enabling rapid needle insertion and reducing tissue traction damage during the needle insertion process.

[0023] An angle of 160°-170° is provided between the needle tip 11 and the connecting section 12, which facilitates the surgeon to precisely peel and release the adhesions at a specific angle after inserting the needle superficially, while avoiding excessive insertion of the needle tip and causing damage to deep tissues.

[0024] The bottom of the vertical grip 22 is rounded, providing a comfortable grip and eliminating sharp edges, which improves operational stability and avoids the risk of hand injuries to the operator.

[0025] Working principle This instrument is used in conjunction with the traditional acupuncture technique for releasing joint adhesions. It is made of medical-grade stainless steel and features an integrated bending structure. Combined with its unique shape design, it can perform minimally invasive release procedures on the superficial fascia layer.

[0026] During operation, the operator holds the vertical grip portion 22 of the handle 2, relying on the closed frame structure to achieve a stable grip and precise force control. The needle tip 11 is a smooth cone shape with a polished coating on the surface, which can greatly reduce the frictional resistance with human tissue when inserting the needle, enabling rapid superficial needle insertion and precise arrival at the lesion area in the superficial fascia layer.

[0027] Because the needle tip 11 and the connecting section 12 form a specific angle of 160°-170°, after the needle is inserted, it can be used to directionally peel and loosen the soft tissues that are adhered and contracted at the joint, gradually relieve tissue adhesions, relieve muscle spasms, reduce local tissue tension, and relieve the pressure on nerves and blood vessels.

[0028] The instrument is formed by bending a single metal rod, with the needle body 1 firmly connected to the handle 2. This prevents loosening or shifting during operation, ensuring precision in the release action while avoiding accidental injury to deep, normal tissues. The entire procedure, from needle insertion to withdrawal, is smooth and minimally invasive. It restores the normal physiological structure around the joint while reducing the risk of infection, ultimately achieving the therapeutic goal of relieving pain and improving joint function. Example 1

[0029] This embodiment provides a special acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions, which is made of a single medical stainless steel rod bent into one piece.

[0030] The needle body 1 is a slender rod with a total length of 85mm, of which the connecting section 12 is 72mm long; the needle tip 11 is a smooth transition cone with a mirror-polished coating on the surface, and the angle between the needle tip 11 and the connecting section 12 is 160°.

[0031] The handle 2 is a closed metal frame structure with an overall length of 40mm, which is less than the length of the needle body; the horizontal connecting part 21 is fixed to the bottom of the connecting section 12, and the bottom of the vertical gripping part 22 is made with a full arc transition without sharp edges.

[0032] This embodiment is suitable for releasing adhesions in small joints such as fingers and wrists. The needle is small in size and flexible in direction. With a 160° angle, it can complete the peeling of superficial fascia adhesions in a narrow operating space. The needle has low insertion resistance and is minimally invasive. Example 2

[0033] This embodiment provides a special acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions, which is made of medical stainless steel and integrally bent.

[0034] The needle body 1 has an overall length of 100mm and the connecting section 12 has a length of 86mm; the needle tip 11 is a smooth cone shape and is polished, and the included angle between the needle tip 11 and the connecting section 12 is 165°.

[0035] The handle 2 is a closed frame structure with an overall length of 45mm. The horizontal connecting part 21 is arranged horizontally, and the bottom of the vertical grip part 22 is rounded.

[0036] This embodiment is a general-purpose specification, suitable for the release of adhesions in large and medium-sized joints of the limbs such as the shoulder, elbow, and knee. The 165° angle balances the smoothness of needle insertion with the angle of release and dissection. The handle provides a stable grip and balanced force. It is the most widely used model in clinical practice and can meet the treatment needs of most joint adhesions caused by chronic soft tissue injuries. Example 3

[0037] This embodiment provides a special acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions. The entire instrument is made of medical-grade stainless steel and is formed by bending the entire shaft.

[0038] The needle body 1 has an overall length of 115mm and the connecting section 12 has a length of 98mm. The needle tip 11 is a smooth cone shape with a complete polished coating. The angle between the needle tip 11 and the connecting section 12 is 170°.

[0039] The grip 2 is a closed metal frame with an overall length of 48mm. The bottom of the vertical grip part 22 has a large arc transition, resulting in a larger grip contact surface.

[0040] In this embodiment, the needle is longer and the angle is larger, making it specifically suitable for releasing fascial adhesions in the trunk areas such as the neck, waist, and back. The longer needle can easily reach the superficial fascial lesion area in the trunk area, and the 170° angle is more suitable for the operation method of superficial needle insertion and lateral dissection in the trunk area. The grip structure has a large force-bearing area, making it less prone to slipping during long-term operation and reducing hand fatigue.

[0041] The examples provided in this invention are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that various variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations, and any obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A specialized acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions, comprising a needle body (1) and a handle (2), wherein the needle body (1) and the handle (2) are fixedly connected, characterized in that: The needle body (1) is a slender metal rod structure. The needle body (1) includes a connecting section (12). The top of the connecting section (12) is connected to a needle tip (11). The needle tip (11) has a smoothly transitioned conical tip. The bottom of the connecting section (12) is fixedly connected to the handle (2). The grip (2) is a closed metal frame structure. The grip (2) includes a transverse connecting part (21) that is fixedly connected to the connecting section (12). The end of the transverse connecting part (21) away from the connecting section (12) is connected to a vertical grip part (22).

2. The specialized acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the needle body (1) and the handle (2) are medical stainless steel products.

3. A specialized acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions according to claim 2, characterized in that, The needle body (1) and the grip handle (2) are made by bending a slender metal rod.

4. A specialized acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions according to claim 3, characterized in that, The length of the needle body (1) is greater than the length of the grip handle (2).

5. A specialized acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions according to claim 1, characterized in that, The needle tip (11) has a polished coating on its surface to reduce tissue resistance during needle insertion.

6. A specialized acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions according to claim 1, characterized in that, An angle is provided between the needle tip (11) and the connecting section (12), the angle being 160°-170°.

7. A specialized acupuncture instrument for releasing joint adhesions according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the vertical grip (22) is rounded.

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