Airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection after operation

By designing an adjustable airbag bra, combined with intelligent control and drug patches, the problem of lack of space in the chest after breast cancer resection is solved, personalized support and comfort is improved, treatment process is simplified, and patient recovery is promoted.

CN223219991UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-15GUANGZHOU UNIVERSITY OF CHINESE MEDICINE
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Application Number
CN202422429487.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-09
Publication Date
2025-08-15
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-09

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Technical Problem

The existing chest pads after breast cancer resection cannot effectively fill the space of missing chest tissue after mastectomy, resulting in the 'empty cup phenomenon'. The exogenous milk is prone to displacement and discomfort during use, and lacks personalized adjustment and intelligent control.

Method used

An airbag bra is designed, including an adjustable cup, shoulder strap, airbag layer and control device. It connects the smart terminal through Bluetooth to realize the filling and deflation adjustment of the airbag. Combined with a drug patch and massage module, it provides personalized support and comfort.

Benefits of technology

Accurately fill the missing space after mastectomy, avoid the 'empty cup phenomenon', provide personalized support and comfort, simplify the treatment process, improve the convenience and comfort of use, and promote wound healing and rehabilitation.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of medical auxiliary supplies and breast pads, and discloses an airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection, which comprises a first cup, a second cup, a rear garment piece, an airbag layer, a first adjustable shoulder strap, a second adjustable shoulder strap and a control device, the sides, close to each other, of the first cup and the second cup are fixedly connected and named as a heart-shaped position, the sides, away from each other, of the first cup and the second cup are detachably connected through the rear garment piece, and a wearing space for people to wear is defined by the first cup, the second cup and the rear garment piece. The two ends of the first adjustable shoulder strap are connected to the first cup and the rear garment piece respectively, the two ends of the second adjustable shoulder strap are connected to the second cup and the rear garment piece respectively, the air bag layer is fixedly connected to the sides, opposite to the wearing space, of the first cup and the second cup, and the control device is arranged in the heart-shaped position and comprises a Bluetooth communication module and a power port. The control device is connected with an intelligent mobile terminal through Bluetooth so as to control inflation and deflation of the air bag layer.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of medical auxiliary products and chest pads, in particular to an airbag bra suitable for post-mastectomy surgery. Background Art

[0002] Currently, breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women worldwide. For most patients, mastectomy (including total mastectomy or partial mastectomy) and ipsilateral lymph node dissection are common treatments. This type of surgery often results in the loss or partial loss of the patient's breast, causing asymmetry in the chest appearance, which seriously affects the patient's self-image and body satisfaction. Currently, for patients who undergo this type of breast cancer resection, they often need to wear prosthetic breasts to adjust their body image. The prosthetic breast has been scientifically calculated, and its weight is very close to the weight of the normal contralateral breast. It can maintain body balance after surgery and prevent torticollis, oblique shoulders and scoliosis caused by the asymmetry of the weight of the left and right breasts after surgery. At the same time, the elasticity of the prosthetic breast can buffer and prevent external forces from damaging the chest.

[0003] Different types of mastectomies remove different tissues. Although prosthetic breasts have teardrop, triangular and spiral shapes, they still cannot perfectly fit the patient's chest shape after mastectomy, resulting in the empty cup phenomenon, which is the gap caused by the loss of chest tissue after mastectomy. Existing breast pads often cannot effectively fill this space, and thus cannot provide sufficient support and comfort.

[0004] Furthermore, prosthetic breasts need to be used with a prosthetic bra. The prosthetic breasts are placed inside a small cotton pouch inside the bra's inner cup, making them prone to falling or shifting during activities. While wearing the prosthetic breasts, the silicone material restricts air circulation, causing discomfort such as sweating. Most commercially available prosthetic breasts have fixed designs, making them difficult to customize for different areas of the breast after mastectomy, and prone to the "empty cup phenomenon." Existing breast pads used after breast cancer resection generally have design limitations, particularly in adapting to postoperative changes in breast shape. A common problem is the postoperative "empty cup phenomenon," the gap left by the loss of breast tissue after mastectomy. Existing breast pads often fail to effectively fill this space, thus failing to provide adequate support and comfort. Furthermore, prosthetic breasts lack functional integration and personalized adjustment, failing to fully utilize intelligent sensing and automatic adjustment technologies to meet the specific needs of patients after surgery. The root cause of these shortcomings lies in the disconnect between design concepts and the actual needs of postoperative patients, as well as limitations in the application of materials science and intelligent control technologies. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to improve the body shape of women after breast surgery, increase body satisfaction, and have adaptability even if the volumes of the left and right breasts are different after surgery.

[0006] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the utility model provides an airbag bra suitable for use after breast cancer resection, comprising: a first cup, a second cup, a back piece, an airbag layer, a first adjustable shoulder strap, a second adjustable shoulder strap, and a control device;

[0007] The sides of the first cup and the second cup that are close to each other are fixedly connected and are named the heart position. The sides of the first cup and the second cup that are away from each other are detachably connected through the back piece, and the first cup, the second cup and the back piece enclose a wearing space for a person to wear. The two ends of the first adjustable shoulder strap are respectively connected to the first cup and the back piece, and the two ends of the second adjustable shoulder strap are respectively detachably connected to the second cup and the back piece. A medicine patch is detachably connected to the side of the first cup and the second cup close to the wearing space. The airbag layer is fixedly connected to the side of the first cup and the second cup that is away from the wearing space. The control device is built into the heart position. The control device includes a Bluetooth communication module and a power port. The control device is connected to the smart mobile terminal via Bluetooth to control the inflation and deflation of the airbag layer.

[0008] Furthermore, the first adjustable shoulder strap is provided with a first adjustable shoulder buckle, one end of the first adjustable shoulder strap is passed through the first adjustable shoulder buckle to form a first fixed ring, the first fixed ring is fixed to the first cup, and the second adjustable shoulder strap is provided with a second adjustable shoulder buckle, one end of the second adjustable shoulder strap is passed through the second adjustable shoulder buckle to form a second fixed ring, and the second fixed ring is fixed to the second cup.

[0009] Furthermore, a zipper is sewn on one side of the back garment piece, and the first cup / the second cup is provided with a buckle, which is detachably connected to the zipper.

[0010] Furthermore, a front piece is connected to a side of the airbag layer facing away from the wearing space.

[0011] Furthermore, the drug patch includes a magnetic layer and a drug layer, the drug layer is fixedly connected to the magnetic layer, the first cup and the second cup are magnetic, and the magnetic layer is detachably connected to the first cup and the second cup by magnetic attraction.

[0012] Furthermore, a heating layer is detachably connected between the magnetic layer and the first cup and the second cup, and the heating layer is used to heat the patient's chest to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis.

[0013] Furthermore, a massage module is provided in the airbag layer, and the massage module is electrically connected to the control device.

[0014] Furthermore, a pressure sensor is provided in the airbag layer, and the pressure sensor is electrically connected to the control device.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides an airbag bra suitable for breast cancer surgery after breast resection, and its beneficial effects are as follows: (1) for the postoperative "empty cup phenomenon", the airbag bra can accurately fill the missing space of breast tissue after mastectomy through the inflation and deflation adjustment function of the airbag layer, effectively avoiding the empty cup phenomenon, providing personalized support and comfort for patients, and having the ability of dynamic adjustment, which is impossible for existing fixed-form prosthetic breasts to achieve.

[0016] (2) Existing prosthetic breast bras have limitations in material selection and are difficult to meet patients' requirements for different bust sizes. The control device used in this bra is connected to a smart mobile terminal, enabling intelligent management. Patients can adjust the inflation and deflation of the airbag at any time according to their needs and comfort. This personalized adjustment method greatly improves the convenience and comfort of use.

[0017] (3) The drug patch uses Chinese herbal extracts to help wounds heal and relieve inflammation. The detachable connection method of the drug patch makes it more flexible and convenient to use. Patients can replace or adjust the drug patch at any time according to the healing status of their own wounds and the doctor's advice to ensure the maximum treatment effect. The drug patch uses Chinese herbal extract ingredients to help wounds heal and relieve inflammation. Combining the drug patch with the airbag bra also achieves the dual functions of treatment and wear. Patients do not need to use additional drugs or bandages, they only need to wear a bra with a drug patch to achieve the treatment purpose, which simplifies the treatment process and improves patient acceptance. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 It is a front view of an embodiment of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 It is a rear view of an embodiment of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 It is a side view of an embodiment of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is another perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] In the figure, 1. first cup; 2. second cup; 3. back piece; 4. airbag layer; 5. first adjustable shoulder strap; 6. second adjustable shoulder strap; 7. control device; 8. first adjustable shoulder buckle; 9. second adjustable shoulder buckle; 10. zipper; 11. buckle; 12. front piece; 13. medicine patch. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0024] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal", "transverse", "vertical", "horizontal", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "top", "bottom", "inside" and "outside" used in the present invention to indicate the orientation or position relationship are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0025] In the description of the utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installed," "provided with," "connected," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, "connected" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, an airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection surgery according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention comprises: a first cup 1, a second cup 2, a back piece 3, an airbag layer 4, a first adjustable shoulder strap 5, a second adjustable shoulder strap 6, and a control device 7;

[0027] The side where the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 are close to each other is fixedly connected and is named the heart position. The side where the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 are away from each other is detachably connected through the back piece 3. The first cup 1, the second cup 2 and the back piece 3 enclose a wearing space for a person to wear. The two ends of the first adjustable shoulder strap 5 are respectively connected to the first cup 1 and the back piece 3, and the two ends of the second adjustable shoulder strap 6 are respectively connected to the second cup 2 and the back piece 3. The side of the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 close to the wearing space is detachably connected with a medicine patch 13. The airbag layer 4 is fixedly connected to the side of the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 away from the wearing space. The control device 7 is built into the heart position. The control device 7 includes a Bluetooth communication module and a power port. The control device 7 is connected to the smart mobile terminal via Bluetooth to control the inflation and deflation of the airbag layer 4.

[0028] Based on the above solution, this airbag bra addresses the postoperative "empty cup phenomenon" by precisely filling the missing space in breast tissue after mastectomy through the inflation and deflation adjustment function of the airbag layer 4, effectively avoiding the empty cup phenomenon and providing personalized support and comfort for patients with dynamic adjustment capabilities. The control device 7 used in this bra is connected to a smart mobile terminal, enabling intelligent management. Patients can adjust the inflation and deflation of the airbags at any time according to their needs and comfort level. This personalized adjustment method greatly improves the convenience and comfort of use. In this embodiment, the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 are made of breathable and supportive sponge and fabric, taking into account the patient's recovery needs. The soft, skin-friendly material avoids irritation to sensitive skin. At the same time, the excellent breathability and moisture absorption properties also reduce the risk of bacterial growth, improving the hygiene and safety of wear. The medication patch 13 is made of Chinese herbal extracts to help wound healing and relieve inflammation. The detachable connection method of the medication patch 13 makes it more flexible and convenient to use. Patients can replace or adjust the medication patch 13 at any time based on their wound healing progress and their doctor's advice to maximize the therapeutic effect. The medication patch 13 uses a Chinese herbal extract to aid wound healing and relieve inflammation. Combining the medication patch 13 with the airbag bra achieves dual therapeutic and wearable functions. Patients achieve their treatment goals simply by wearing the bra with the medication patch 13, eliminating the need for additional medications or bandages. This simplifies the treatment process and improves patient acceptance.

[0029] Specifically, the control device also includes an inflation and deflation module (not shown in the figure), which includes a micro-silent air pump piezoelectric pump, an air valve, an inflation tube and an deflation tube. The micro-silent air pump piezoelectric pump is connected to the inflation tube and the deflation tube, and an air valve is set on the inflation tube and the deflation tube. The air valve is electrically connected to the Bluetooth communication module. The air bag layer 4 is provided with an inflation port and a deflation port near the chicken heart position, which are respectively connected to the inflation tube and the deflation tube. The inflation and deflation module is a prior art, such as the inflation and deflation module of CN221128987U, and the micro-silent air pump piezoelectric pump is a prior art, specifically, it can be an LDT piezoelectric pump piezoelectric pump micro air pump silent air pump. Based on the above scheme, when the air cushion layer 4 needs to be inflated, the user sends a Bluetooth signal to the Bluetooth communication module through the intelligent mobile terminal. The Bluetooth communication module opens by controlling the micro-silent air pump piezoelectric pump, the air valve on the inflation tube opens, and the air valve on the deflation tube closes, thereby realizing the inflation of the air cushion layer 4.

[0030] Preferably, the first adjustable shoulder strap 5 is equipped with a first adjustable shoulder buckle 8. One end of the first adjustable shoulder strap 5 is inserted through the first adjustable shoulder buckle 8 to form a first fixed loop, which is fixed to the first bra cup 1. The length of the first adjustable shoulder strap 5 can be adjusted by adjusting the size of the first fixed loop. The second adjustable shoulder strap 6 is equipped with a second adjustable shoulder buckle 9. One end of the second adjustable shoulder strap 6 is inserted through the second adjustable shoulder buckle 9 to form a second fixed loop, which is fixed to the second bra cup 2. The length of the second adjustable shoulder strap 6 can be adjusted by adjusting the size of the second fixed loop. The provision of the first and second adjustable shoulder buckles 8 and 9 allows patients to flexibly adjust the length of the shoulder straps based on their individual body shape, wearing habits, and changes during the recovery process. This is particularly important for patients undergoing breast cancer resection, as body shape may change after surgery, such as shoulder height and chest size. Traditional fixed-length shoulder straps may not fully accommodate these changes. The first and second adjustable shoulder buckles 8 and 9 ensure that the first and second cups 1 and 2 of the airbag bra consistently fit the patient's body, providing stable support and comfort.

[0031] Preferably, a zipper 10 is sewn onto one side of the back panel 3, and a buckle 11 is provided on the first cup 1 / second cup 2. The buckle 11 is detachably connected to the zipper 10. The zipper 10 and buckle 11 detachably connect the first cup 1 / second cup 2 and the back panel 3, making the bra donning and doffing process simple and quick. The zipper 10 allows the patient to easily open and close the back panel 3, eliminating the complex unbuttoning and donning steps required by traditional bras. This provides significant convenience for patients experiencing upper limb mobility difficulties after breast cancer resection.

[0032] Preferably, the side of the air bag layer 4 facing away from the wearing space is connected with a front garment piece 12. The front garment piece 12 has the effect of being beautiful, and also bears the role of protecting the air bag layer 4 to a certain extent, preventing it from being directly rubbed or damaged by the outside world.

[0033] Preferably, the drug patch 13 includes a magnetic layer and a drug layer, the drug layer being fixedly connected to the magnetic layer. The first cup 1 and the second cup 2 are magnetic, and the magnetic layer is detachably connected to the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 by magnetic attraction. The magnetic layer enables the drug patch 13 to be easily and quickly connected and separated from the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 by magnetic attraction. This contactless connection method avoids the discomfort and risk of injury associated with traditional gluing or sewing methods, simplifies the operation process of replacing the drug patch 13, and improves the patient's user experience.

[0034] Preferably, a heating layer (not shown in the figure) is detachably connected between the magnetic layer and the first cup 1 and the second cup 2. The heating layer is used to heat the patient's chest to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis. The detachable connection between the heating layer and the magnetic layer and the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 allows this function to be flexibly selected and adjusted according to the patient's specific needs. The patient can install the heating layer when needed and enjoy the warming effect it brings; when not needed, it can be easily removed to avoid unnecessary heat transfer, thus ensuring the versatility of the bra while taking into account the patient's personalized needs.

[0035] Preferably, a massage module (not shown) is provided within the airbag layer 4 and is electrically connected to the control device 7. This physically stimulates and massages the patient's chest area to promote blood circulation, relieve muscle tension, and relieve pain, thereby enhancing its rehabilitation-assisting functionality and providing a more comprehensive care experience for patients. The electrical connection between the massage module and the control device 7 makes its operation more convenient and intelligent. The patient can use the control device 7 to preset parameters such as massage mode, intensity, and duration to meet their personalized massage needs.

[0036] Preferably, a pressure sensor (not shown) is provided within the airbag layer 4 and is electrically connected to the control device 7. This electrical connection enables the pressure sensor to transmit monitored data to the control device 7 in real time for processing and analysis. Based on the received pressure data, the control device 7 automatically adjusts the inflation volume of the airbag layer 4 to ensure that the wearer's chest pressure remains within a comfortable and safe range. This intelligent pressure regulation mechanism not only improves the wearing comfort of the bra but also helps promote the patient's recovery.

[0037] In summary, the embodiment of the present invention provides an airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection. It targets the "empty cup phenomenon" after surgery. The airbag bra can accurately fill the missing space of breast tissue after mastectomy through the inflation and deflation adjustment function of the airbag layer 4, effectively avoiding the empty cup phenomenon, providing patients with personalized support and comfort, and having the ability of dynamic adjustment. The control device 7 used in this bra is connected to the smart mobile terminal to achieve intelligent management. Patients can adjust the inflation and deflation status of the airbag at any time according to their own needs and comfort. This personalized adjustment method greatly improves the convenience and comfort of use. In this embodiment, the materials of the first cup 1 and the second cup 2 are breathable and supportive sponges and fabrics, taking into account the patient's rehabilitation needs. The soft and skin-friendly material avoids irritation to sensitive skin. At the same time, the good air permeability and moisture absorption also reduce the risk of bacterial growth, thereby improving the hygiene and safety of wearing.

[0038] The above is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention. It should be pointed out that for ordinary technicians in this technical field, several improvements and replacements can be made without departing from the technical principles of the present invention. These improvements and replacements should also be regarded as the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection, characterized in that: include: A first cup, a second cup, a back panel, an airbag layer, a first adjustable shoulder strap, a second adjustable shoulder strap, and a control device; The sides of the first cup and the second cup that are close to each other are fixedly connected and are named a heart-shaped position. The sides of the first cup and the second cup that are away from each other are detachably connected through a back piece. The first cup, the second cup and the back piece enclose a wearing space for a person to wear. The two ends of the first adjustable shoulder strap are respectively connected to the first cup and the back piece, and the two ends of the second adjustable shoulder strap are respectively connected to the second cup and the back piece. A medicine patch is detachably connected to the side of the first cup and the second cup that is close to the wearing space. The airbag layer is fixedly connected to the side of the first cup and the second cup that is away from the wearing space. The control device is built into the heart-shaped position and includes a Bluetooth communication module and a power port. The control device is connected to a smart mobile terminal via Bluetooth to control the inflation and deflation of the airbag layer.

2. The airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first adjustable shoulder strap is provided with a first adjustable shoulder buckle, one end of the first adjustable shoulder strap is passed through the first adjustable shoulder buckle to form a first fixed ring, and the first fixed ring is fixed to the first cup. The second adjustable shoulder strap is provided with a second adjustable shoulder buckle, one end of the second adjustable shoulder strap is passed through the second adjustable shoulder buckle to form a second fixed ring, and the second fixed ring is fixed to the second cup.

3. The airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection according to claim 1, characterized in that: A zipper is sewn on one side of the back garment piece, and the first cup / the second cup is provided with a buckle, and the buckle is detachably connected to the zipper.

4. The airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the air bag layer facing away from the wearing space is connected with a front garment piece.

5. The airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drug patch includes a magnetic layer and a drug layer, the drug layer is fixedly connected to the magnetic layer, the first cup and the second cup are magnetic, and the magnetic layer is detachably connected to the first cup and the second cup by magnetic attraction.

6. The airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection according to claim 5, characterized in that: A heating layer is detachably connected between the magnetic layer and the first cup and the second cup, and the heating layer is used to heat the patient's chest to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis.

7. The airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection according to claim 1, characterized in that: A massage module is provided in the airbag layer, and the massage module is electrically connected to the control device.

8. The airbag bra suitable for breast cancer resection according to claim 7, characterized in that: A pressure sensor is provided in the airbag layer, and the pressure sensor is electrically connected to the control device.

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    CN221128987U