Anti-falling walking aid
By designing an anti-fall walker, the walker bracket, cushion and sensor system are used to solve the problem of falls caused by fainting during walking, achieving all-round protection and stability, and reducing the risk of falls.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421944803.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-08-12
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-19
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-08-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing walkers cannot provide comprehensive protection during the patient's walking, especially patients with postoperative weakness, pain, orthostatic hypotension, etc. are prone to fainting and falling, resulting in serious consequences.
An anti-fall walker is designed, including a walker bracket, a removable seat cushion, an elastic cushion, a safety balloon and a pressure sensor. It provides all-round protection through the grip tube, safety door and rear cross tube. The elastic cushion reduces impact force, the cushion provides support, and the sensor detects fainting status and triggers protective measures.
Effectively prevent patients from falling when fainting, provide comprehensive safety and stability, reduce the risk of falling, and improve the patient's walking experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of medical devices, and in particular to a fall-prevention walker. Background Art
[0002] A walker is a device that assists walking, designed to provide support and balance for people with limited mobility, helping them walk more safely and independently. With the promotion of early accelerated rehabilitation after surgery, patients who need to get out of bed early have higher safety requirements. Frame-type walkers can play a role in preventing falls and providing protection for these patients during rehabilitation exercises.
[0003] However, existing walkers are semi-enclosed structures and cannot provide comprehensive protection for patients while walking. This is especially true for patients at high risk of falls, such as those experiencing postoperative weakness, pain, or postural hypotension. During exercise, these patients can easily experience discomfort such as hypotension and syncope, causing them to lean forward or backward, resulting in falls and serious consequences such as fractures or cerebral hemorrhage. Therefore, the protective features of traditional walkers are incomplete and cannot effectively reduce the risk of falls and the resulting injuries.
[0004] Therefore, the above-mentioned technical defects need to be changed urgently. Utility Model Content
[0005] In view of the above-mentioned deficiencies in the prior art, the purpose of this application is to provide an anti-fall walker, which aims to provide patients with all-round protection and prevent them from losing balance and falling while walking.
[0006] The technical solution adopted by the present application to solve the technical problem is as follows: an anti-fall walker, comprising:
[0007] The walker frame has two grip tubes on its left and right sides. The front and rear ends of each grip tube form a front curved portion and a rear curved portion, respectively. Each front curved portion and each rear curved portion extend downward to form a front leg tube and a rear leg tube, respectively. A closable safety door is provided between the front leg tubes, and a rear transverse tube is provided between the rear leg tubes.
[0008] and a seat cushion that is detachably connected to the walker frame;
[0009] The bottom ends of the two rear leg tubes and the two front leg tubes are both provided with elastic buffers, which are used to buffer the pressure on the two rear leg tubes and the two front leg tubes and can be telescopically adjusted.
[0010] This embodiment is further configured such that a movable groove is formed between the two rear leg tubes and the two front leg tubes, and the seat cushion is arranged in the movable groove.
[0011] This embodiment is further configured such that the seat cushion is configured as a bridge-type seat cushion structure, the front end of the seat cushion is detachably connected to the grip tube via a connecting belt, and the rear end of the seat cushion is connected to the rear cross tube.
[0012] This embodiment is further configured such that a host is provided on the walker support, and a display screen is provided on the host, and the display screen is used to display the patient's movement status.
[0013] This embodiment is further configured such that a first pressure sensor is provided in the elastic buffer, and the first pressure sensor is electrically connected to the host.
[0014] This embodiment is further configured such that a safety ball bag is provided at the upper end of the safety door and a cushion is provided on the rear transverse tube.
[0015] This embodiment is further configured such that the safety bag is configured as a cylindrical airbag structure, and a second pressure sensor is provided in the inflation chamber of the safety bag and on the cushion. The second pressure sensor is used to detect the air pressure in the inflation chamber of the safety bag, and the second pressure sensor is electrically connected to the host.
[0016] This embodiment is further configured such that the elastic buffer comprises:
[0017] An upper column, the upper end of which is connected to the bottom of the rear leg tube and the front leg tube, and the upper column is provided with a receiving cavity, the opening of the receiving cavity facing downward;
[0018] and a lower column, wherein the lower column is slidably connected to the accommodating cavity, and the upper column and the lower column are slidably connected through the accommodating cavity;
[0019] Wherein, an elastic member is provided in the accommodating cavity, and two ends of the elastic member are respectively in contact with the upper column and the lower column, so that the lower column always has elastic force in the extending direction of the accommodating cavity.
[0020] This embodiment is further configured such that a non-slip pad is provided at the bottom of the lower column, and the non-slip pad is configured as a rubber material structure.
[0021] This embodiment is further configured such that anti-slip sleeves are provided on the outer side walls of the two grip tubes, and the walker bracket is configured as a frame structure of aluminum alloy material.
[0022] Compared to existing technologies, this application provides a fall-prevention walker. When using this solution, the patient enters the safety door while standing, holds onto the grips with both hands, and then locks the safety door before walking. If the patient experiences fainting, the left and right grips, the safety door, and the rear crossbar provide all-around protection. If the patient faints, they can only fall onto the seat cushion, effectively preventing them from falling. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0023] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.
[0024] Figure 1 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an anti-fall walker provided in this embodiment;
[0025] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the overall structure of an elastic buffer member of an anti-fall walker provided in this embodiment;
[0026] Figure 3 1 is a structural diagram of a seat cushion of a fall-prevention walker provided in this embodiment;
[0027] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 An enlarged schematic diagram of the part marked A in the figure;
[0028] Figure 5 4 is a cross-sectional view of a safety balloon of a fall prevention walker provided in this embodiment.
[0029] In the figure: 1. Walker bracket; 11. Grip tube; 111. Anti-slip cover; 12. Front curved portion; 13. Rear curved portion; 14. Front leg tube; 15. Rear leg tube; 16. Rear transverse tube; 161. Back cushion; 17. Safety door; 171. Safety ball bag; 172. Second pressure sensor; 18. Elastic buffer; 181. Upper column; 1811. Accommodating chamber; 1812. Elastic member; 182. Lower column; 1821. Anti-slip pad; 183. First pressure sensor; 19. Movable groove; 2. Cushion; 21. Connecting belt; 3. Main unit; 31. Display screen. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0030] The following describes in detail embodiments of the present application. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present application and are not to be construed as limiting the present application.
[0031] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application 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 application. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present application, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.
[0032] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0033] In addition, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the present invention described above can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.
[0034] The utility model provides Figure 1The device, shown here, provides support and balance for people with limited mobility, helping them walk more safely and independently. For example, it can prevent falls in the event of fainting during exercise, especially for patients recovering from leg surgery. The device's main components include a walker frame 1 and a seat cushion 2. The walker frame 1 assists and protects the patient while walking, while the seat cushion 2 supports the patient when fatigued or experiencing fainting. The walker frame 1 is provided with two grip tubes 11 on the left and right sides. The patient holds the grip tubes 11 on the left and right sides with both hands to maintain balance when walking. The front and rear ends of each grip tube 11 respectively form a front curved portion 12 and a rear curved portion 13. The front curved portion 12 and the rear curved portion 13 can prevent the patient from being bumped. The front curved portions 12 and the rear curved portions 13 extend downward to form a front leg tube 14 and a rear leg tube 15 respectively. A switchable safety door 17 is provided between the front leg tubes 14 on both sides, and a rear cross tube 16 is provided between the rear leg tubes 15 on both sides; the seat cushion 2 is detachably connected to the walker frame 1; the two rear leg tubes 15 and the two front leg tubes 14 can form a stable support structure to maintain the stability of the patient when walking, effectively prevent tilting, and avoid excessive support columns causing the structural weight of the entire walker frame 1 to be too heavy.
[0035] Elastic buffers 18 are installed at the bottom ends of the two rear legs 15 and the two front legs 14. These buffers are designed to absorb pressure on the two rear legs 15 and the two front legs 14 and are retractable and adjustable. These buffers provide a certain degree of cushioning when the walker frame 1 moves, reducing the impact force when the walker frame 1 contacts the ground. This can alleviate the vibration felt by the patient's hands and improve the patient's walking experience.
[0036] Further, such as Figure 1 As shown, a movable groove 19 is formed between the two rear leg tubes 15 and the two front leg tubes 14, and the seat cushion 2 is disposed in the movable groove 19. It can be understood that the walker frame 1 has a hollow frame structure. When in use, the patient is positioned in the middle of the walker frame 1, and the walker frame 1 surrounds the patient to provide protection.
[0037] Further, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the seat cushion 2 is configured as a bridge-type seat cushion structure. The front end of the seat cushion 2 is detachably connected to the grip tube 11 via a connecting strap 21, and the rear end of the seat cushion 2 is connected to the rear cross tube 16. In some embodiments, the seat cushion 2 is configured as a fabric structure. The fabric seat cushion 2 has good softness and does not hinder the patient's thighs during walking.
[0038] The key feature of the bridge-style seat cushion is the arched or raised structure in the middle, resembling a bridge. This structure provides excellent support, particularly in the middle area, effectively distributing pressure across the body, reducing excessive pressure on specific areas of the buttocks and helping to prevent pressure sores. It also enhances ventilation and improves posture, helping to guide the user in maintaining a correct sitting position and relieving pressure on the waist and spine. For those who require long-term wheelchair use, the bridge-style seat cushion structure can improve their quality of life and reduce the discomfort associated with prolonged sitting.
[0039] Further, such as Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, a main unit 3 is provided on the walker support 1 , and a display screen 31 is provided on the main unit 3 . The display screen 31 is used to display the patient's movement status.
[0040] Furthermore, the host 3 is also provided with buttons, a battery, and a speaker, wherein the speaker can prompt the protrusion condition by generating an alarm sound.
[0041] Further, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a first pressure sensor 183 is disposed within the elastic buffer 18, and the first pressure sensor 183 is electrically connected to the host 3. Each time the walker frame 1 moves and contacts the ground, the elastic buffer 18 contracts under the pressure, thereby triggering the first pressure sensor 183, thereby collecting the patient's movement data.
[0042] Further, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, a safety ball 171 is provided at the upper end of the safety door 17, and a cushion 161 is provided on the rear transverse tube 16. Both the safety ball 171 and the cushion 161 provide excellent elastic cushioning. If a patient faints or becomes unstable and falls forward or backward, the safety ball 171 or the cushion 161 on the safety door 17 can effectively support and protect the patient, preventing them from falling. This provides comprehensive protection.
[0043] Further, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5As shown, the safety balloon 171 is configured as a cylindrical airbag structure. A second pressure sensor 172 is installed both within the safety balloon 171's inflation chamber and on the back cushion 161. The second pressure sensor 172 is used to detect the air pressure within the inflation chamber of the safety balloon 171 and is electrically connected to the main unit 3. The cylindrical airbag structure provides excellent elastic cushioning and is lightweight, thus not adding excessive weight to the walker frame 1. The air pressure within the inflation chamber of the safety balloon 171 changes with the applied pressure. Therefore, the second pressure sensor 172 within the inflation chamber can sense whether the airbag is being squeezed.
[0044] Further, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the elastic buffer member 18 includes an upper column 181 and a lower column 182. The upper end of the upper column 181 is connected to the bottom of the rear leg tube 15 and the front leg tube 14. The upper column 181 defines a receiving cavity 1811, which opens downward. The lower column 182 is slidably connected to the receiving cavity 1811. The upper column 181 and the lower column 182 are slidably connected through the receiving cavity 1811.
[0045] An elastic member 1812 is disposed within the accommodating chamber 1811. The two ends of the elastic member 1812 abut against the upper column 181 and the lower column 182, respectively, so that the lower column 182 always has elastic force in the extending direction of the accommodating chamber 1811. A first pressure sensor 183 is disposed at either end of the elastic member 1812.
[0046] Further, such as Figure 2 As shown, an anti-skid pad 1821 is provided at the bottom of the lower column 182. The anti-skid pad 1821 is configured as a rubber material structure. The anti-skid pad 1821 can prevent the walker frame 1 from slipping when the patient walks.
[0047] Further, such as Figure 1 As shown, the outer walls of the two grip tubes 11 are covered with anti-slip sleeves 111. The walker frame 1 is configured as an aluminum alloy frame structure. The anti-slip sleeves 111 effectively prevent slipping. Preferably, the anti-slip sleeves 111 can be configured as an elastic material structure. The aluminum alloy frame structure is lightweight, effectively reducing the structural weight of the walker frame 1, improving the user experience for patients.
[0048] In summary, this application provides a fall-prevention walker. During use, the patient stands, enters through the safety door 17, holds the grip tube 11 with both hands, and then locks the safety door 17 before walking. If the patient experiences a faint, the left and right grip tubes 11, the safety door 17, and the rear cross tube 16 provide all-around protection. If the patient faints, they can only fall onto the seat cushion 2, effectively preventing them from falling.
[0049] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clarity of explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation methods. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that other variations or modifications based on the above descriptions are possible. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all implementation methods here. Obvious variations or modifications arising therefrom remain within the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. A fall prevention walker, characterized in that: include: A walker frame, wherein two grip tubes are provided on the left and right sides of the walker frame, and the front and rear ends of each grip tube respectively form a front curved portion and a rear curved portion, and each front curved portion and each rear curved portion extend downward to form a front leg tube and a rear leg tube respectively, and a switchable safety door is provided between the front leg tubes on both sides, and a rear transverse tube is provided between the rear leg tubes on both sides; and a seat cushion, the seat cushion being detachably connected to the walker frame; Wherein, the bottom ends of the two rear leg tubes and the two front leg tubes are each provided with an elastic buffer, and the elastic buffer is used to buffer the pressure on the two rear leg tubes and the two front leg tubes and can be telescopically adjusted.
2. The anti-fall walker according to claim 1, characterized in that: A movable groove is formed between the two rear leg tubes and the two front leg tubes, and the seat cushion is arranged in the movable groove.
3. The anti-fall walker according to claim 1, characterized in that: The seat cushion is configured as a bridge-type seat cushion structure, the front end of the seat cushion is detachably connected to the grip tube via a connecting belt, and the rear end of the seat cushion is connected to the rear cross tube.
4. The anti-fall walker according to claim 1, characterized in that: The walker support is provided with a host, and the host is provided with a display screen, and the display screen is used to display the patient's movement status.
5. The anti-fall walker according to claim 4, characterized in that: A first pressure sensor is provided in the elastic buffer, and the first pressure sensor is electrically connected to the host.
6. The anti-fall walker according to claim 5, characterized in that: A safety ball bag is provided at the upper end of the safety door, and a cushion is provided on the rear transverse tube.
7. The anti-fall walker according to claim 6, characterized in that: The safety bag is configured as a cylindrical airbag structure. A second pressure sensor is provided in the inflation chamber of the safety bag and on the cushion. The second pressure sensor is used to detect the air pressure in the inflation chamber of the safety bag. The second pressure sensor is electrically connected to the host.
8. The anti-fall walker according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic buffer member comprises: An upper column, wherein the upper end of the upper column is connected to the bottom of the rear leg tube and the front leg tube, and the upper column is provided with an accommodating cavity, and the opening of the accommodating cavity faces downward; and a lower column, wherein the lower column is slidably connected to the accommodating cavity, and the upper column and the lower column are slidably connected through the accommodating cavity; Wherein, an elastic member is provided in the accommodating cavity, and two ends of the elastic member are respectively in contact with the upper column and the lower column, so that the lower column always has elastic force in the extending direction of the accommodating cavity.
9. The anti-fall walker according to claim 8, characterized in that: The bottom of the lower column is provided with an anti-skid pad, and the anti-skid pad is configured as a rubber material structure.
10. The anti-fall walker according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer side walls of the two grip tubes are covered with anti-slip sleeves, and the walker bracket is configured as an aluminum alloy frame structure.