Lateral bending mechanism for rehabilitation

By designing the lateral flexion mechanism, the lifting and lowering fit of the push rod assembly and the connection of the shoulder and waist fixing belts, the shortcomings of the existing spinal rehabilitation device in roll movement are solved, and the patient's roll movement rehabilitation is achieved, and the effectiveness and comfort of the treatment are improved.

CN223144033UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-25GUANGDONG UNIV OF SCI & TECH
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Application Number
CN202421214922.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-30
Publication Date
2025-07-25
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-30

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Technical Problem

The existing spinal rehabilitation devices have obvious shortcomings in the rehabilitation training of spondylosis, and it is difficult to effectively carry out rolling exercise.

Method used

A lateral bending mechanism including a first link, a second link and a push rod assembly is designed to realize the patient's rolling movement through the lifting and lowering fit of the push rod assembly, and ensure the patient's comfort and effectiveness during the treatment process through the connection of the shoulder and waist fixing belt.

Benefits of technology

It realizes that patients can perform effective rolling exercises during the recovery process, ensures the effectiveness and comfort of treatment, and adapts to the needs of patients of different figures.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of rehabilitation devices, in particular to a lateral bending mechanism for rehabilitation, which comprises a first connecting rod, a second connecting rod and two push rod components, an upper spherical pair connecting piece and a lower spherical pair connecting piece are respectively arranged at the upper end and the lower end of each push rod component, and the number of the push rod components is two. The two ends of the first connecting rod are connected with the tops of the two push rod assemblies through upper ball pair connecting pieces respectively, the two ends of the second connecting rod are connected with the bottoms of the two push rod assemblies through lower ball pair connecting pieces respectively, the left end and the right end of the first connecting rod are each provided with a first connecting piece, and the two first connecting pieces are used for being connected with a shoulder fixing belt. According to the spine rehabilitation device, the two push rod assemblies are controlled to be matched in a lifting mode, so that a patient can do side-tipping movement according to spine rehabilitation, meanwhile, the first connecting pieces are arranged at the left end and the right end of the first connecting rod, the two first connecting pieces are used for being connected with the shoulder fixing belt, and wearing of the spine rehabilitation device is achieved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of rehabilitation devices, in particular to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation. Background Art

[0002] In the field of modern medical rehabilitation, spinal health and functional recovery are one of the crucial research directions. As the central axis bone of the human body, the spine not only supports the upright posture of the body, but also protects the spinal cord, a key part of the nervous system, and participates in and affects limb movement, sensory transmission, and even visceral functions. Therefore, the rehabilitation treatment of spinal injuries or diseases (such as lumbar disc herniation, scoliosis, cervical spondylosis, etc.) is of great significance for improving the quality of life of patients.

[0003] Lateral tilt movement refers to the ability of the spine to bend to the left or right, which is crucial for maintaining spinal flexibility, balancing muscle strength distribution, and preventing and correcting abnormal postures such as scoliosis. Existing spinal rehabilitation devices have obvious deficiencies in the rehabilitation training for spinal lateral tilt movement. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] The utility model aims to at least solve the technical problems existing in the prior art. For this purpose, the utility model provides a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation, which can tilt the first link through the cooperation of the first push rod and the second push rod, enabling the patient to perform lateral tilt movement for spinal rehabilitation.

[0005] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to some embodiments of the utility model includes a first link, a second link, and a push rod assembly. Upper and lower spherical joint connectors are respectively arranged at the upper and lower ends of the push rod assembly. There are two push rod assemblies. The two ends of the first link are respectively connected to the tops of the two push rod assemblies through the upper spherical joint connectors. The two ends of the second link are respectively connected to the bottoms of the two push rod assemblies through the lower spherical joint connectors. First connectors are arranged at both the left and right ends of the first link, and the two first connectors are used to connect the shoulder fixing straps. When the push rod assembly works, it will not affect the wrapping of the patient on both sides, ensuring effective treatment for the patient.

[0006] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to some embodiments of the utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0007] In the present utility model, an upper spherical pair connecting member and a lower spherical pair connecting member are respectively arranged at the upper and lower ends of a push rod assembly. There are two push rod assemblies. The two ends of a first connecting rod are respectively connected to the tops of the two push rod assemblies through the upper spherical pair connecting members, and the two ends of a second connecting rod are respectively connected to the bottoms of the two push rod assemblies through the lower spherical pair connecting members. By controlling the lifting cooperation of the two push rod assemblies, the patient can perform a lateral tilting movement for spinal rehabilitation. At the same time, first connecting members are arranged at both the left and right ends of the first connecting rod, and the two first connecting members are used to connect a shoulder fixing belt to realize the wearing of the present utility model.

[0008] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation in some embodiments of the present utility model, the upper spherical pair connecting members each include a first spherical pair seat, a first spherical pair rod, and a first connecting sphere. The bottom of the first spherical pair rod is connected to the first connecting sphere, the first connecting sphere is movably arranged in the first spherical pair seat, the first spherical pair rod is connected to the first connecting rod, and the first spherical pair seat is connected to the top of the push rod assembly.

[0009] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation in some embodiments of the present utility model, first movable members are movably arranged on the outer sides of the first connecting members, and first through holes are formed in the first movable members.

[0010] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation in some embodiments of the present utility model, first rotating members and first bolts are arranged at both ends of the first connecting rod. First connecting holes are formed in the first rotating members, second connecting holes are formed at both ends of the first connecting rod, the first bolts pass through the first connecting holes and the second connecting holes, the upper spherical pair connecting members are connected to the first rotating members, and the first rotating members can rotate along the first bolts.

[0011] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation in some embodiments of the present utility model, third connecting holes are formed in the first connecting members, and the first bolts pass through the third connecting holes.

[0012] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation in some embodiments of the present utility model, second connecting members are arranged at both the left and right ends of the second connecting rod. The two second connecting members are used to connect a waist fixing belt, and the second connecting rod is connected to the push rod assembly through the second connecting members.

[0013] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation in some embodiments of the present utility model, the lower spherical pair connecting members each include a second spherical pair seat, a second spherical pair rod, and a second connecting sphere. The bottom of the second spherical pair rod is connected to the second connecting sphere, the second connecting sphere is movably arranged in the second spherical pair seat, the second spherical pair rod is connected to the second connecting members, and the second spherical pair seat is connected to the bottom of the push rod assembly.

[0014] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to some embodiments of the present invention, second movable members are movably arranged on the outer sides of the second connecting members. Second through holes are formed in the second movable members. Protrusions are arranged on the outer sides of the second movable members. The second spherical pair rod is connected to the second connecting sphere.

[0015] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to some embodiments of the present invention, second bolts are arranged at both ends of the second connecting rod. Fourth connecting holes are formed at both ends of the second connecting rod. A fifth connecting hole is formed in the second connecting member. The second bolts pass through the fourth connecting holes and the fifth connecting hole.

[0016] According to a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to some embodiments of the present invention, a first fixing hole and a second fixing hole are respectively arranged on the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will be given in part in the following description, become apparent in part from the following description, or be learned through the practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and be readily understood from the description of the embodiments in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 2 is an exploded view of the structure of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Reference numerals: 1, first connecting rod; 2, second connecting rod; 3, push rod assembly; 4, upper spherical pair connecting member; 5, lower spherical pair connecting member; 6, first connecting member; 7, first spherical pair seat; 8, first spherical pair rod; 9, first connecting sphere; 10, first movable member; 11, first through hole; 12, first rotating member; 13, first bolt; 14, first connecting hole; 15, second connecting hole; 16, third connecting hole; 17, second connecting member; 18, second spherical pair seat; 19, second spherical pair rod; 20, second connecting sphere; 21, second movable member; 22, second through hole; 23, protrusion; 24, second bolt; 25, fourth connecting hole; 26, fifth connecting hole; 27, first fixing hole; 28, second fixing hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0022] Embodiments of the present utility model will be described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, where like or similar reference numerals denote like or similar elements or elements having like or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below by referring to the drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present utility model, and should not be construed as a limitation of the present utility model.

[0023] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that with regard to the orientation description, such as the orientation or positional relationship indicated by up, down, left, right, front, back, etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the module or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the present utility model.

[0024] In the description of the present utility model, if the first and second are described only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features, it should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the quantity of the indicated technical features or implicitly indicating the sequence relationship of the indicated technical features.

[0025] In the description of the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly defined, words such as setting, installing, connecting, etc. should be understood in a broad sense, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meanings of the above words in the present utility model in combination with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0026] As Figure 1 - Figure 2 shown, an embodiment of the present utility model provides a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation.

[0027] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation includes a first connecting rod 1, a second connecting rod 2, and a push rod assembly 3. Upper and lower ball joint connectors 4 and 5 are respectively arranged at the upper and lower ends of the push rod assembly 3. There are two push rod assemblies 3. Both ends of the first connecting rod 1 are connected to the tops of the two push rod assemblies 3 through the upper ball joint connectors 4. Both ends of the second connecting rod 2 are connected to the bottoms of the two push rod assemblies 3 through the lower ball joint connectors 5. First connectors 6 are arranged at both the left and right ends of the first connecting rod 1. The two first connectors 6 are used to connect the shoulder fixing straps. When the push rod assembly 3 works, it will not affect the wrapping of both sides on the patient, ensuring effective treatment for the patient.

[0028] In the present utility model, an upper ball joint connecting member 4 and a lower ball joint connecting member 5 are respectively arranged at the upper and lower ends of the push rod assembly 3. There are two push rod assemblies 3. Both ends of the first connecting rod 1 are respectively connected to the tops of the two push rod assemblies 3 through the upper ball joint connecting member 4, and both ends of the second connecting rod 2 are respectively connected to the bottoms of the two push rod assemblies 3 through the lower ball joint connecting member 5. By controlling the lifting cooperation of the two push rod assemblies 3, the patient can perform a lateral tilt movement for spinal rehabilitation. At the same time, first connecting members 6 are arranged at both the left and right ends of the first connecting rod 1, and the two first connecting members 6 are used to connect the shoulder fixing straps to realize the wearing of the present utility model.

[0029] In a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation described in this embodiment, each of the upper ball joint connecting members 4 includes a first ball joint seat 7, a first ball joint rod 8, and a first connecting sphere 9. The bottom of the first ball joint rod 8 is connected to the first connecting sphere 9, the first connecting sphere 9 is movably arranged in the first ball joint seat 7, the first ball joint rod 8 is connected to the first connecting rod 1, and the first ball joint seat 7 is connected to the top of the push rod assembly 3. Specifically, the first connecting sphere 9 can rotate in the first ball joint seat 7, and the connection between the first ball joint rod 8 and the first connecting rod 1 enables the first connecting rod 1 to perform relative rotation. When the two push rod assemblies 3 cooperate to work, the first connecting rod 1 can tilt laterally through the first ball joint rod 8 on the left and right sides.

[0030] In a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation described in this embodiment, first movable members 10 are movably arranged on the outer sides of the first connecting members 6, and first through holes 11 are formed in the first movable members 10. Specifically, the shoulder fixing straps can be connected through the first through holes 11, and the first movable members 10 can rotate relative to the first connecting members 6, enabling the patient to adjust the positions of the first movable members 10 and wear comfortably.

[0031] In a lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation described in this embodiment, first rotating members 12 and first bolts 13 are arranged at both ends of the first connecting rod 1. First connecting holes 14 are formed in the first rotating members 12, second connecting holes 15 are formed at both ends of the first connecting rod 1, the first bolts 13 pass through the first connecting holes 14 and the second connecting holes 15, and the upper ball joint connecting members 4 are connected to the first rotating members 12. The first rotating members 12 can rotate along the first bolts 13. Specifically, the diameter of the first connecting holes 14 is larger than the diameter of the first bolts 13 so that the first rotating members 12 can rotate along the first bolts 13. When the push rod assembly 3 rises and falls, the first rotating members 12 can rotate along the first bolts 13, that is, the lateral distance and the longitudinal distance between the upper ball joint connecting member 4 and the first connecting rod 1 can be adjusted. Therefore, in addition to the upper ball joint connecting member 4, another adjustable component is provided, improving the flexibility when the two push rod assemblies 3 work.

[0032] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to this embodiment, the first connecting member 6 is provided with a third connection hole 16, and the first bolt 13 is inserted through the third connection hole 16. Specifically, this first bolt 13 is also used to connect the first connecting member 6, which can reduce the overall number of components.

[0033] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to this embodiment, both the left and right ends of the second connecting rod 2 are provided with second connecting members 17, and the two second connecting members 17 are used to connect the waist fixing belt. The second connecting rod 2 is connected to the push rod assembly 3 through the second connecting member 17. Specifically, it can achieve waist wearing at the same time and fit the patient better.

[0034] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to this embodiment, the lower spherical pair connecting member 5 includes a second spherical pair seat 18, a second spherical pair rod 19 and a second connecting sphere 20. The bottom of the second spherical pair rod 19 is connected to the second connecting sphere 20, the second connecting sphere 20 is movably arranged in the second spherical pair seat 18, the second spherical pair rod 19 is connected to the second connecting member 17, and the second spherical pair seat 18 is connected to the bottom of the push rod assembly 3. Specifically, the second connecting sphere 20 can rotate in the second spherical pair seat 18, and the connection between the second spherical pair rod 19 and the second connecting rod 2 enables the second connecting rod 2 to rotate relatively. When the two push rod assemblies 3 cooperate, the second connecting rod 2 can rotate.

[0035] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to this embodiment, second movable members 21 are movably arranged on the outer sides of the second connecting members 17. Second through holes 22 are provided on the second movable members 21, and convex blocks 23 are arranged on the outer sides of the second movable members 21. The second spherical pair rod 19 is connected to the second connecting sphere 20. Specifically, the second movable member 21 can rotate relative to the second connecting member 17, and the patient can adjust the position of the second movable member 21 to wear comfortably. Further, since the second spherical pair rod 19 is connected to the convex block 23, when adjusting the position of the second movable member 21 while wearing the waist fixing belt, since the bottom of the push rod assembly 3 is connected to the convex block 23 through the second spherical pair connecting member, the push rod assembly 3 can be driven to adjust together, so that the push rod assembly 3 can fit the patient better and can adapt to patients of different body sizes.

[0036] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to this embodiment, second bolts 24 are arranged at both ends of the second connecting rod 2. Fourth connection holes 25 are provided at both ends of the second connecting rod 2, and fifth connection holes 26 are provided on the second connecting members 17. The second bolts 24 are inserted through the fourth connection holes 25 and the fifth connection holes 26. Specifically, the above settings connect the second connecting rod 2 and the second connecting member 17, with a simple structure and strong stability.

[0037] A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to this embodiment, a first fixing hole 27 and a second fixing hole 28 are respectively arranged on the first connecting rod 1 and the second connecting rod 2. Specifically, the first fixing hole and the second fixing hole are used for connecting with an external mechanism.

[0038] It can be understood that the push rod assembly 3 adopts an electric push rod.

[0039] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those of ordinary skill in the art can understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention. The scope of the present invention is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation, characterized in that: It includes a first connecting rod, a second connecting rod and a push rod assembly. Upper and lower ends of the push rod assembly are respectively provided with an upper ball pair connecting member and a lower ball pair connecting member. There are two push rod assemblies. Two ends of the first connecting rod are respectively connected to tops of the two push rod assemblies through the upper ball pair connecting members. Two ends of the second connecting rod are respectively connected to bottoms of the two push rod assemblies through the lower ball pair connecting members. First connecting members are arranged at left and right ends of the first connecting rod, and the two first connecting members are used for connecting a shoulder fixing band. Each of the upper ball pair connecting members includes a first ball pair seat, a first ball pair rod and a first connecting sphere. The bottom of the first ball pair rod is connected to the first connecting sphere. The first connecting sphere is movably arranged in the first ball pair seat. The first ball pair rod is connected to the first connecting rod. The first ball pair seat is connected to the top of the push rod assembly.

2. The lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to claim 1, characterized in that: First movable members are movably arranged on outer sides of the first connecting members, and first through holes are formed in the first movable members.

3. The lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to claim 1, characterized in that: First rotating members and first bolts are arranged at two ends of the first connecting rod. First connecting holes are formed in the first rotating members. Second connecting holes are formed at two ends of the first connecting rod. The first bolts pass through the first connecting holes and the second connecting holes. The upper ball pair connecting member is connected to the first rotating member, and the first rotating member can rotate along the first bolt.

4. The lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to claim 3, wherein: A third connecting hole is formed in the first connecting member, and the first bolt passes through the third connecting hole.

5. The lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to claim 1, characterized in that: Second connecting members are arranged at left and right ends of the second connecting rod, and the two second connecting members are used for connecting a waist fixing band. The second connecting rod is connected to the push rod assembly through the second connecting members.

6. The lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to claim 5, characterized in that: Each of the lower ball pair connecting members includes a second ball pair seat, a second ball pair rod and a second connecting sphere. The bottom of the second ball pair rod is connected to the second connecting sphere. The second connecting sphere is movably arranged in the second ball pair seat. The second ball pair rod is connected to the second connecting member. The second ball pair seat is connected to the bottom of the push rod assembly.

7. The lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to claim 6, characterized in that: Second movable members are movably arranged on outer sides of the second connecting members, and second through holes are formed in the second movable members. Protrusions are arranged on outer sides of the second movable members. The second ball pair rod is connected to the second connecting sphere.

8. The lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to claim 5, wherein: Second bolts are arranged at two ends of the second connecting rod. Fourth connecting holes are formed at two ends of the second connecting rod. A fifth connecting hole is formed in the second connecting member. The second bolts pass through the fourth connecting holes and the fifth connecting holes.

9. The lateral flexion mechanism for rehabilitation according to claim 1, characterized in that: First fixing holes and second fixing holes are respectively arranged on the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod.