A traditional Chinese medicine external application device for combination of traditional Chinese and western medicine

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicine external application, and discloses a traditional Chinese medicine external application device for traditional Chinese and western medicine combination, which comprises a nursing bed guardrail, the outer side of the nursing bed guardrail is provided with a position adjusting mechanism, and the outer side of the nursing bed guardrail is provided with a pressing and medicine applying mechanism; the position adjusting mechanism comprises two first fixed housings and two second fixed housings; the inner wall of each first fixed housing is threadedly connected with four fixing bolts; and the outer surface of each group of fixing bolts is threadedly connected with the outer surface of the second fixed housing. The traditional Chinese medicine external application device for traditional Chinese and western medicine combination is characterized in that the electric telescopic rod of the position adjusting mechanism drives the sliding block to move longitudinally, the first fixed housing, the second fixed housing and the fixing bolts are cooperated to realize flexible disassembly and assembly and transverse fine adjustment of the device on the nursing bed guardrail, the device can be quickly aligned with the patient's limbs or the lesion part, manual repeated adjustment is not needed, the discomfort of the bedridden patient during medicine application is greatly reduced, and the medicine positioning efficiency and the treatment convenience are remarkably improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of traditional Chinese medicine external application technology, specifically a traditional Chinese medicine external application device that combines traditional Chinese and Western medicine. Background Technology

[0002] External application of traditional Chinese medicine is a commonly used external treatment method in clinical practice. By applying Chinese medicine preparations to specific parts of the body surface, the effects of drug penetration and warm stimulation are achieved, such as promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, reducing swelling and relieving pain, and unblocking meridians. It is widely used in the fields of integrated Chinese and Western medicine rehabilitation, bone injuries and pain.

[0003] Currently, traditional Chinese medicine external application relies heavily on manual operation, which is inconvenient for position adjustment. The application site needs to be manually aligned, making it difficult to quickly and accurately match the patient's limb or lesion location. This is especially true for bedridden patients, as repeated adjustments can increase patient discomfort and reduce treatment efficiency. Furthermore, it is difficult to maintain a consistent pressure level, which can lead to excessive or insufficient local pressure, affecting the adhesion between the medicine and the skin, reducing drug penetration, and potentially causing local skin pressure damage. Most external application devices do not have a constant temperature heating function, and the effective components of Chinese medicine are released slowly at low temperatures, so the warm stimulation effect cannot be fully exerted, affecting the speed and efficacy of treatment. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a traditional Chinese medicine external application device that combines traditional Chinese and Western medicine, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine, including a nursing bed railing, a position adjustment mechanism and a pressing and applying mechanism are provided on the outside of the nursing bed railing. The position adjustment mechanism includes two first fixed housings and two second fixed housings. The inner wall of each first fixed housing is threaded with four fixing bolts. The outer surface of each set of fixing bolts is threaded to the outer surface of the second fixed housing. The upper surface of each first fixed housing is fixedly connected with a fixing frame. The inner wall of each fixing frame is fixedly connected with an electric telescopic rod. The telescopic end of each electric telescopic rod is fixedly connected with a sliding block.

[0006] Preferably, the pressing and applying mechanism includes an application frame. Two fixing blocks are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the application frame. The sides of the two fixing blocks that are far apart from each other are fixedly connected to the sides of two sliding blocks that are close to each other. An air-permeable layer and four first bearings are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the application frame. Two stepper motors are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the application frame. A lead screw is fixedly connected to the inner ring of each set of first bearings. The output end of each stepper motor is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the lead screw. A sliding seat is threaded onto the outer surface of each lead screw. Two connecting plates are fixedly connected to the sides of the two sliding seats that are close to each other. Two support frames are fixedly connected to the upper surface of one of the connecting plates. A second bearing is fixedly connected to the inner wall of each support frame. A pressing roller is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the two second bearings. Several identical heating wires are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the application frame.

[0007] Preferably, each of the fixed frames has two supporting inclined plates fixedly connected to its outer surface, and the bottom surface of each set of supporting inclined plates is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the first fixed housing.

[0008] Preferably, a dustproof shell is fixedly connected to the outer surface of each of the electric telescopic rods, and the upper surface of each dustproof shell is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame.

[0009] Preferably, a reinforcing plate is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the telescopic end of each of the electric telescopic rods, and the bottom surface of each reinforcing plate is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the sliding block.

[0010] Preferably, each of the reinforcing plates has four limit bolts threadedly connected to its inner wall, and the outer surface of each set of limit bolts is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the sliding block.

[0011] Preferably, a protective shell is fixedly connected to the outer surface of each stepper motor, and the outer surface of each protective shell is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the medicine applicator.

[0012] Preferably, a reinforcing frame is fixedly connected to the outer surface of each of the fixing blocks, and the side of each of the two reinforcing frames that is close to each other is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the medicine applicator.

[0013] Preferably, each of the reinforcing frames has four reinforcing bolts threadedly connected to its inner wall, and the outer surface of each set of reinforcing bolts is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the dressing holder.

[0014] Preferably, a control panel is fixedly connected to the outer surface of one of the fixing frames, and the control panel is electrically connected to the heating wire and the stepper motor respectively via wires.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects achieved by the present invention are: First, the present invention drives the sliding block to move longitudinally through the electric telescopic rod of the position adjustment mechanism. In conjunction with the first fixed shell, the second fixed shell and the fixing bolt, the device can be flexibly disassembled and finely adjusted laterally on the nursing bed railing. It can quickly and accurately align with the patient's limbs or lesion sites without repeated manual adjustments, greatly reducing the discomfort of bedridden patients when applying medication and significantly improving the efficiency of medication positioning and the convenience of treatment.

[0016] Secondly, this invention features a pressing and applying mechanism. A stepper motor drives a lead screw to rotate a sliding seat, connecting plate, and pressing roller at a uniform speed, automating and uniformly pressing the herbal patch. This avoids the problem of excessive or insufficient local pressure caused by uneven manual pressing, ensuring close contact between the medicine and the skin, effectively improving the penetration efficiency of the effective components of the herbal medicine, and preventing local skin damage from pressure. The applicator has multiple built-in heating wires that provide constant temperature stimulation. Combined with a control panel, the temperature can be adjusted to solve the problem of slow release of effective components of the herbal medicine at low temperatures. This fully utilizes the warming and blood-activating effects, accelerating the onset of action of the medicine, enhancing the therapeutic effect of external application of herbal medicine, and adapting to the treatment needs of various scenarios such as integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine rehabilitation, bone injuries, and pain management. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the first fixed outer casing of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the sliding block of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the medicine application frame of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the heating wire of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the pressing roller of the present invention.

[0018] The components include: 1. Nursing bed guardrail; 2. Position adjustment mechanism; 201. Fixing frame; 202. First fixed outer shell; 203. Second fixed outer shell; 204. Fixing bolt; 205. Electric telescopic rod; 206. Sliding block; 3. Pressing and applying medicine mechanism; 301. Medicine application rack; 302. Breathable layer; 303. First bearing; 304. Fixing block; 305. Stepper motor; 306. Heating wire; 307. Lead screw; 308. Sliding seat; 309. Connecting long plate; 310. Pressing roller; 311. Second bearing; 312. Support frame; 4. Protective outer shell; 5. Control panel; 6. Support inclined plate; 7. Dustproof shell; 8. Reinforcing plate; 9. Limiting bolt; 10. Reinforcing bolt; 11. Reinforcing frame. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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.

[0020] Example 1 Please see Figure 1-6 It includes a nursing bed guardrail 1, a position adjustment mechanism 2 on the outside of the nursing bed guardrail 1, and a pressing and applying medicine mechanism 3 on the outside of the nursing bed guardrail 1. The position adjustment mechanism 2 includes two first fixed housings 202 and two second fixed housings 203. The inner wall of each first fixed housing 202 is threaded with four fixing bolts 204. The outer surface of each set of fixing bolts 204 is threaded with the outer surface of the second fixed housing 203. The upper surface of each first fixed housing 202 is fixedly connected with a fixing frame 201. The inner wall of each fixing frame 201 is fixedly connected with an electric telescopic rod 205. The telescopic end of each electric telescopic rod 205 is fixedly connected with a sliding block 206. The electric telescopic rod 205 of the position adjustment mechanism 2 drives the sliding block 206 to move longitudinally. With the cooperation of the first fixed housing 202, the second fixed housing 203 and the fixing bolts 204, the device can be flexibly disassembled and detached from the nursing bed rail and finely adjusted laterally. It can be quickly and accurately aligned with the patient's limb or lesion site.

[0021] Two support ramps 6 are fixedly connected to the outer surface of each fixed frame 201. The bottom surface of each set of support ramps 6 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the first fixed housing 202. Through the support ramps 6, the installation stability and structural strength of the fixed frame 201 can be significantly enhanced, preventing the fixed frame 201 from shaking or deforming when the electric telescopic rod 205 is working, and improving the running accuracy of the position adjustment mechanism 2.

[0022] Each electric telescopic pole 205 has a dust cover 7 fixedly connected to its outer surface. The upper surface of each dust cover 7 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame 201. Through the dust cover 7, dust, liquid medicine and debris can be effectively blocked from entering the electric telescopic pole 205, reducing the risk of mechanical failure and extending the service life of the electric telescopic pole 205.

[0023] Each electric telescopic rod 205 has a reinforcing plate 8 fixedly connected to the outer surface of its telescopic end. The bottom surface of each reinforcing plate 8 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the sliding block 206. The reinforcing plate 8 can strengthen the connection between the electric telescopic rod 205 and the sliding block 206, prevent the sliding block 206 from loosening or falling off during movement, and ensure reliable longitudinal adjustment.

[0024] Each reinforcing plate 8 has four limit bolts 9 threadedly connected to its inner wall. The outer surface of each set of limit bolts 9 is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the sliding block 206. By setting limit bolts 9 on the inner wall of the reinforcing plate 8 and threading the limit bolts 9 to the inner wall of the sliding block 206, the reinforcing plate 8 and the sliding block 206 are further locked, the connection is strengthened, and the position adjustment is accurate and stable.

[0025] The specific implementation method of this embodiment is as follows: In use, firstly, according to the actual pipe diameter, thickness and installation spacing of the nursing bed guardrail 1, the position adjustment mechanism 2 is pre-positioned. The two first fixing shells 202 are placed on the outside of the nursing bed guardrail 1, and the two second fixing shells 203 are placed on the inside of the nursing bed guardrail 1, so that the arc-shaped clamping surfaces of the first fixing shells 202 and the second fixing shells 203 are completely in contact with the outer wall of the guardrail, avoiding the device from loosening due to clamping gaps. Then, each set of fixing bolts 204 is pre-tightened one by one. First, the fixing bolts 204 are passed through the threaded holes of the first fixing shells 202, and then slowly screwed into the corresponding threaded holes of the second fixing shells 203. During the rotation, the first fixing shells 202 and the second fixing shells 203 are kept in contact. 203 are parallel and symmetrical to prevent uneven force on one side from causing deformation of the guardrail or tilting of the device. After all four fixing bolts 204 are pre-tightened, use the matching wrench to tighten them diagonally in sequence to ensure that the clamping force is evenly distributed, so that the position adjustment mechanism 2 is firmly fixed on the nursing bed guardrail 1 and does not slide, rotate or shake laterally. If it is necessary to make a slight lateral adjustment to the medication position, it is not necessary to completely disassemble the device. Just loosen the four fixing bolts 204 on the same side evenly, hold the fixing frame 201 with both hands and slowly move it along the length of the nursing bed guardrail 1. Adjust it to the optimal lateral position according to the position of the patient's lesion. After confirmation, tighten the fixing bolts 204 diagonally again to complete the precise lateral positioning. After the lateral positioning is completed, the longitudinal height of the position adjustment mechanism 2 is adjusted by using an external power source. Powered by the electric telescopic rod 205, the lifting control switch of the electric telescopic rod 205 is activated. Based on the patient's limb height, the location of the lesion, and the application angle, the electric telescopic rod 205 is slowly extended or retracted. The telescopic end of the electric telescopic rod 205 drives the reinforcing plate 8 and the sliding block 206 to move in a vertical straight line synchronously. During the movement, the horizontal state of the sliding block 206 is observed to ensure there is no tilting or jamming. When the sliding block 206 drives the pressing application mechanism 3 to move until it is completely aligned with the patient's lesion and the distance between the application frame 301 and the skin is appropriate, the electric telescopic rod 205 is immediately closed to maintain its current telescopic length, completing precise longitudinal positioning. Throughout the position adjustment and subsequent application process, the supporting inclined plates 6 on both sides of the fixed frame 201 continuously provide three... The angular rigid support disperses the vibration and load generated by the electric telescopic rod 205 during operation, preventing deformation, swaying, or displacement of the fixed frame 201, ensuring position adjustment accuracy. The dustproof shell 7 of the electric telescopic rod 205 provides full-coverage protection, preventing dust, lint, traditional Chinese medicine liquid, water stains, and other debris from the ward environment from entering the telescopic rod, avoiding piston jamming, short circuits, mechanical wear, and other malfunctions, thus extending the service life of the electric telescopic rod 205. The reinforcing plate 8 increases the contact area between the telescopic end of the electric telescopic rod 205 and the sliding block 206, and together with the double locking connection structure of the four corner limit bolts 9, the electric telescopic rod 205 and the sliding block 206 form a rigid whole, preventing loosening, detachment, or displacement after long-term use, ensuring stable and reliable position adjustment.The entire process requires no manual assistance or repeated adjustments, significantly reducing discomfort for bedridden and mobility-impaired patients during medication application, and improving positioning efficiency and treatment safety.

[0026] Example 2 Please see Figure 1-6 The pressing and applying mechanism 3 includes an application frame 301. Two fixing blocks 304 are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the application frame 301. The sides of the two fixing blocks 304 that are far apart from each other are fixedly connected to the sides of two sliding blocks 206 that are close to each other. An air-permeable layer 302 and four first bearings 303 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the application frame 301. Two stepper motors 305 are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the application frame 301. A lead screw 307 is fixedly connected to the inner ring of each set of first bearings 303. The output end of each stepper motor 305 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the lead screw 307. A sliding seat 308 is threaded onto the outer surface of each lead screw 307. Two connecting plates 309 are fixedly connected to one side of each sliding seat 308 that are close to each other. Two support frames 312 are fixedly connected to the upper surface of one of the connecting plates 309. A second bearing 311 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of each support frame 312. A pressing roller 310 is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the two second bearings 311. Several identical heating wires 306 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the medicine application frame 301. By setting up a pressing medicine application mechanism 3, a stepper motor 305 drives the lead screw 307 to drive the sliding seat 308, the connecting plate 309 and the pressing roller 310 to roll at a uniform speed, so as to realize the automation and uniform pressure of the traditional Chinese medicine application.

[0027] Each stepper motor 305 has a protective housing 4 fixedly connected to its outer surface. The outer surface of each protective housing 4 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the medicine application rack 301. Through the protective housing 4, the stepper motor 305 can be protected against impact, dust and medicine contamination, ensuring stable drive of the stepper motor 305 and maintaining the normal operation of the pressing medicine application mechanism 3.

[0028] Each fixing block 304 has a reinforcing frame 11 fixedly connected to its outer surface. The two reinforcing frames 11 are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the dressing holder 301 on their side that is close to each other. The reinforcing frame 11 can enhance the connection rigidity between the fixing block 304 and the dressing holder 301, and prevent the dressing holder 301 from deforming or loosening under force.

[0029] Each reinforcing frame 11 has four reinforcing bolts 10 threadedly connected to its inner wall. The outer surface of each set of reinforcing bolts 10 is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the dressing rack 301. The reinforcing bolts 10 further enhance the connection strength between the reinforcing frame 11 and the dressing rack 301, thereby improving the overall structural stability and safety of the device.

[0030] One of the fixing frames 201 has a control panel 5 fixedly connected to its outer surface. The control panel 5 is electrically connected to the heating wire 306 and the stepper motor 305 through wires. The control panel 5 enables centralized control and adjustment of heating temperature and pressing speed, making operation more convenient and meeting the needs of different patients and different symptoms for application treatment.

[0031] The specific implementation method of this embodiment is as follows: A medical breathable isolation pad is laid flat on the skin surface of the patient's lesion site to avoid direct irritation of sensitive skin by the medication. Then, a well-mixed, appropriately moistened traditional Chinese medicine patch is placed flat on the breathable layer 302 inside the dressing holder 301. The patch is gently pressed to ensure it adheres to the breathable layer 302, ensuring the patch is wrinkle-free, without shifting, and without medication spillage. The center of the patch is perfectly aligned with the lesion site. After placement, the temperature control system is activated via the control panel 5. The control panel 5 is equipped with a temperature display screen, a heating button, a cooling button, and a constant temperature lock button. The heating temperature is set according to the properties of the traditional Chinese medicine, the type of ailment, and the patient's skin tolerance. After confirming the temperature, the constant temperature lock button is pressed. Multiple sets of heating wires 3 evenly distributed on the inner wall of the dressing holder 301 activate the system. Power is applied at 06. Heating wire 306 uses low-voltage safe power supply, and the heating process is gradual without sudden heating. The temperature sensor monitors and provides real-time temperature feedback, maintaining a constant temperature in the application area. The warm energy is evenly transferred to the herbal patch through the breathable layer 302, accelerating the release of effective ingredients such as volatile oils, alkaloids, and flavonoids from the herbal medicine. Simultaneously, it provides a gentle warm stimulation to the skin, clearing local meridians, dilating capillaries, improving blood circulation, and enhancing the therapeutic effect of the external application. After the temperature control system stabilizes, the automatic pressing mechanism is activated via control panel 5. Control panel 5 has press start, stop, speed adjustment, and reciprocating mode buttons. The pressing speed is adjusted according to the patch thickness, drug properties, and patient comfort. For ointments and thick patches, a low-speed mode is selected to avoid drug absorption. For pressure-overflowing adhesives and powders, a medium-speed mode can be selected to ensure uniform pressing. After pressing the start button, two stepper motors 305 start synchronously and rotate at a uniform forward speed. The stepper motors 305 output stable torque and uniform speed without jerking or vibration. The stepper motors 305 drive the lead screw 307 to rotate coaxially within the first bearing 303. The first bearing 303 reduces rotational friction, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted rotation of the lead screw 307. When the lead screw 307 rotates, the surface thread drives the sliding seat 308 to perform linear translational movement along the axis of the lead screw 307. The two sliding seats 308 move synchronously, driving the two sets of connecting plates 309 to maintain horizontal and stable translation without tilting or offset. The connecting plates 309 drive the support frame 312 and the pressing roller 310 to move together. The pressing roller 310, made of medical-grade flexible silicone with a smooth, edgeless surface, moves in a step-by-step motion. Supported by the second bearing 311, it rolls freely, applying constant and gentle pressure to the herbal patch, ensuring a tight fit between the patch and the skin, eliminating air gaps, and improving drug penetration. When the pressing roller 310 reaches its limit position at one end of the patch holder 301, the control panel 5 automatically triggers a reversing signal, causing the stepper motor 305 to rotate in the opposite direction. The pressing roller 310 then rolls back along its original path, achieving fully automated, uniform pressing with constant and controllable pressure. This completely solves the problems of uneven pressure during manual application, excessive local pressure leading to skin redness and swelling, and insufficient pressure resulting in poor penetration.The protective housing 4 of the stepper motor 305 provides full protection against impact, dust, and drug contamination, preventing damage to the motor from collisions in the ward or drug drips, and ensuring the stable operation of the drive system. The reinforcing frame 11 between the dressing holder 301 and the fixing block 304, together with the reinforcing bolts 10, forms a double-reinforced structure, improving the overall rigidity of the dressing holder 301, preventing deformation and loosening due to long-term pressure, and ensuring safe operation of the device. After the preset time for applying the medicine is reached, first stop the stepper motor 305 via the control panel 5 to reset the pressing roller 310 to its initial position, then turn off the heating wire 306. After the dressing holder 301 cools to room temperature, remove the herbal patch from the breathable layer 302 and clean the patient's skin. If continuous use is required, disinfect the dressing holder 301, breathable layer 302, and pressing roller 310 with medical alcohol. After use, disconnect the power to the control panel 5, loosen the fixing bolts 204 of the position adjustment mechanism 2, and completely disassemble the device from the nursing bed railing 1. Clean, dry, and store the device separately for future use.

[0032] The working principle of this invention is as follows: In use, firstly, based on the actual pipe diameter, thickness, and installation spacing of the nursing bed guardrail 1, the position adjustment mechanism 2 is pre-positioned. Two first fixing shells 202 are placed on the outer side of the nursing bed guardrail 1, and two second fixing shells 203 are placed correspondingly on the inner side of the nursing bed guardrail 1, ensuring that the arc-shaped clamping surfaces of the first fixing shells 202 and second fixing shells 203 are completely flush with the outer wall of the guardrail, preventing the device from loosening due to clamping gaps. Then, each set of fixing bolts 204 is pre-tightened one by one. First, the fixing bolts 204 are passed through the threaded holes of the first fixing shells 202, and then slowly screwed into the corresponding threaded holes of the second fixing shells 203. During rotation, the first fixing shells 202 and second fixing shells 203 are kept in close contact with each other. 3. Parallel symmetry prevents uneven force on one side from causing deformation of the guardrail or tilting of the device. After all four fixing bolts 204 are pre-tightened, use the matching wrench to tighten them diagonally in sequence to ensure even distribution of clamping force, so that the position adjustment mechanism 2 is firmly fixed on the nursing bed guardrail 1, without lateral sliding, rotation or shaking. If it is necessary to make a lateral fine adjustment to the medication application position, it is not necessary to completely disassemble the device. Just loosen the four fixing bolts 204 on the same side evenly, hold the fixing frame 201 with both hands and slowly move it horizontally along the length of the nursing bed guardrail 1. Adjust it to the optimal lateral position according to the location of the patient's lesion. After confirmation, tighten the fixing bolts 204 diagonally again to complete the precise lateral positioning. After the lateral positioning is completed, the longitudinal height of the position adjustment mechanism 2 is adjusted by an external power source. Powered by the telescopic rod 205, the lifting control switch of the electric telescopic rod 205 is activated. Based on the patient's limb height, lesion location, and application angle, the electric telescopic rod 205 is slowly extended or retracted. The telescopic end of the electric telescopic rod 205 drives the reinforcing plate 8 and the sliding block 206 to move in a vertical straight line synchronously. During the movement, the horizontal state of the sliding block 206 is observed to ensure there is no tilting or jamming. When the sliding block 206 drives the pressing application mechanism 3 to move until it is completely aligned with the patient's lesion and the distance between the application frame 301 and the skin is appropriate, the electric telescopic rod 205 is immediately closed to maintain its current telescopic length, completing precise longitudinal positioning. Throughout the position adjustment and subsequent application process, the supporting inclined plates 6 on both sides of the fixed frame 201 continuously provide triangular support. Rigid support disperses the vibration and load generated by the electric telescopic rod 205 during operation, preventing deformation, swaying, or displacement of the fixed frame 201, ensuring position adjustment accuracy. The dustproof shell 7 of the electric telescopic rod 205 provides full-coverage protection, preventing dust, lint, traditional Chinese medicine liquid, water stains, and other debris from the ward environment from entering the telescopic rod, avoiding piston jamming, short circuits, mechanical wear, and other malfunctions, thus extending the service life of the electric telescopic rod 205. The reinforcing plate 8 increases the contact area between the telescopic end of the electric telescopic rod 205 and the sliding block 206, and together with the double-locking connection structure of the four corner limit bolts 9, the electric telescopic rod 205 and the sliding block 206 form a rigid whole, preventing loosening, detachment, or displacement after long-term use, ensuring stable and reliable position adjustment.The entire process requires no manual assistance or repeated adjustments, significantly reducing discomfort for bedridden and immobile patients during medication application, and improving positioning efficiency and treatment safety. A breathable medical isolation pad is laid flat on the patient's skin at the lesion site to prevent direct irritation of sensitive skin by the medication. Then, a well-mixed, appropriately moistened herbal patch is placed flat on the breathable layer 302 inside the application holder 301. The patch is gently pressed to ensure it adheres to the breathable layer 302, ensuring no wrinkles, misalignment, or medication spillage, and that the center of the patch is perfectly aligned with the lesion. After placement, the temperature control system is activated via the control panel 5, which includes a temperature display, heating / cooling buttons, and a constant temperature lock button. The heating temperature is set according to the properties of the herbal medicine, the type of ailment, and the patient's skin tolerance. After pressing the constant temperature lock button, multiple heating wires 306 evenly distributed on the inner wall of the dressing holder 301 begin to heat up. The heating wires 306 use low-voltage safe power supply, and the heating process is gradual without sudden heating. The temperature sensor monitors and provides feedback on the temperature in real time, keeping the dressing area at a constant temperature. The warm energy is evenly transferred to the herbal dressing through the breathable layer 302, accelerating the release of effective ingredients such as volatile oils, alkaloids, and flavonoids from the herbal medicine. At the same time, it forms a gentle warm stimulation on the skin, clearing local meridians, dilating capillaries, improving blood circulation, and enhancing the therapeutic effect of external application. After the temperature control system stabilizes, the automatic pressing mechanism is activated through the control panel 5. The control panel 5 has a press start, stop, speed adjustment, and reciprocating mode button, which can be adjusted according to the dressing thickness, the properties of the medicine, and the patient's comfort. For pressure application, use a low-speed mode for ointments and thick patches to avoid drug leakage, and a medium-speed mode for thin patches and powders to ensure even pressure. After pressing the start button, the two stepper motors 305 start synchronously and rotate at a uniform forward speed. The stepper motors 305 output stable torque and uniform speed without jerking or vibration. The stepper motors 305 drive the lead screw 307 to rotate coaxially within the first bearing 303. The first bearing 303 reduces rotational friction, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted rotation of the lead screw 307. When the lead screw 307 rotates, the surface thread drives the sliding seat 308 to move linearly along the axis of the lead screw 307. The two sliding seats 308 move synchronously, driving the two sets of connecting plates 309 to maintain horizontal and stable translation without tilting or offset. The connecting plates 309 drive the support... The support frame 312 and the pressing roller 310 move synchronously. The pressing roller 310 is made of medical-grade flexible silicone with a smooth, edgeless surface. Supported by the second bearing 311, it can roll freely. During rolling, it applies constant and gentle pressure to the herbal patch, ensuring a close fit between the patch and the skin, eliminating air gaps, and improving drug penetration efficiency. When the pressing roller 310 reaches the limit position at one end of the patch holder 301, the control panel 5 automatically triggers a reversing signal, causing the stepper motor 305 to rotate in the opposite direction. The pressing roller 310 then rolls and presses in the opposite direction along the original path, achieving fully automated, uniform reciprocating pressure with constant and controllable pressure. This completely solves the problems of uneven pressure during manual pressing, excessive local pressure leading to skin redness and swelling, and insufficient pressure leading to poor penetration.During the application of medication, the protective shell 4 of the stepper motor 305 provides full protection against impact, dust, and medication contamination, preventing damage to the motor from collisions in the ward or medication dripping, and ensuring the stable operation of the drive system. The reinforcing frame 11 between the dressing holder 301 and the fixing block 304, together with the reinforcing bolts 10, forms a double-reinforced structure, improving the overall rigidity of the dressing holder 301, preventing deformation and loosening due to long-term pressure, and ensuring safe operation of the device. After the preset time for applying the medicine is reached, first stop the stepper motor 305 via the control panel 5 to reset the pressing roller 310 to its initial position, then turn off the heating wire 306. After the dressing holder 301 cools to room temperature, remove the herbal patch from the breathable layer 302 and clean the patient's skin. If continuous use is required, disinfect the dressing holder 301, breathable layer 302, and pressing roller 310 with medical alcohol. After use, disconnect the power to the control panel 5, loosen the fixing bolts 204 of the position adjustment mechanism 2, and completely disassemble the device from the nursing bed railing 1. Clean, dry, and store the device separately for future use.

[0033] 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 process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0034] Finally, it should be noted that the above descriptions are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A device for external application of traditional Chinese medicine combining traditional Chinese and Western medicine, comprising a nursing bed rail (1), characterized in that: The nursing bed guardrail (1) is provided with a position adjustment mechanism (2) on the outside and a pressing and applying medicine mechanism (3) on the outside. The position adjustment mechanism (2) includes two first fixed housings (202) and two second fixed housings (203). Each first fixed housing (202) has four fixing bolts (204) threadedly connected to its inner wall. The outer surface of each set of fixing bolts (204) is threadedly connected to the outer surface of the second fixed housing (203). Each first fixed housing (202) has a fixed frame (201) fixedly connected to its upper surface. Each fixed frame (201) has an electric telescopic rod (205) fixedly connected to its inner wall. Each electric telescopic rod (205) has a sliding block (206) fixedly connected to its telescopic end.

2. The traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The pressing and applying mechanism (3) includes an application frame (301). Two fixing blocks (304) are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the application frame (301). The sides of the two fixing blocks (304) that are far apart from each other are fixedly connected to the sides of the two sliding blocks (206) that are close to each other. An air-permeable layer (302) and four first bearings (303) are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the application frame (301). Two stepper motors (305) are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the application frame (301). A lead screw (307) is fixedly connected to the inner ring of each set of first bearings (303). The output end of each stepper motor (305) has... The outer surface of the lead screw (307) is fixedly connected to the lead screw (307), and the outer surface of each lead screw (307) is threadedly connected to a sliding seat (308). The two sliding seats (308) are fixedly connected to two connecting long plates (309) on their adjacent sides. Two support frames (312) are fixedly connected to the upper surface of one of the connecting long plates (309). The inner wall of each support frame (312) is fixedly connected to a second bearing (311). The inner rings of the two second bearings (311) are fixedly connected to a pressing roller (310). The inner wall of the medicine applicator (301) is fixedly connected to several identical heating wires (306).

3. The traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Two support ramps (6) are fixedly connected to the outer surface of each of the fixed frames (201), and the bottom surface of each set of support ramps (6) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the first fixed shell (202).

4. The traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the electric telescopic rods (205) has a dust cover (7) fixedly connected to its outer surface, and the upper surface of each dust cover (7) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame (201).

5. The traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the electric telescopic rods (205) has a reinforcing plate (8) fixedly connected to the outer surface of its telescopic end, and the bottom surface of each reinforcing plate (8) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the sliding block (206).

6. The traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 5, characterized in that: Each of the reinforcing plates (8) has four limit bolts (9) threadedly connected to its inner wall, and the outer surface of each set of limit bolts (9) is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the sliding block (206).

7. The traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 2, characterized in that: Each of the stepper motors (305) has a protective housing (4) fixedly connected to its outer surface, and the outer surface of each of the protective housings (4) is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the dressing holder (301).

8. The traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 2, characterized in that: Each of the fixed blocks (304) has a reinforcing frame (11) fixedly connected to its outer surface, and the two reinforcing frames (11) are fixedly connected to the outer surface of the dressing rack (301) on their sides that are close to each other.

9. A traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 8, characterized in that: Each of the reinforcing frames (11) has four reinforcing bolts (10) threaded to its inner wall, and the outer surface of each set of reinforcing bolts (10) is threaded to the inner wall of the dressing holder (301).

10. A traditional Chinese medicine external application device for integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine as described in claim 2, characterized in that: One of the mounting brackets (201) has a control panel (5) fixedly connected to its outer surface. The control panel (5) is electrically connected to the heating wire (306) and the stepper motor (305) respectively via wires.

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