Neck support for protecting neck

Abstract

The utility model provides a neck protection neck support which comprises a neck support body, the neck support body is of a rear end opening structure integrally formed by foaming sponge and comprises a front bearing part and side bearing parts arranged on the two sides of the front bearing part, the height of the contour of the upper end of the front bearing part is gradually increased from front to back, and the height of the contour of the lower end of the front bearing part is gradually increased from front to back. The height of the outline of the upper end of the side bearing part is gradually reduced from front to back, and the highest point is formed at the joint of the front bearing part and the side bearing part; a first arc-shaped part which is concave upwards is arranged on the outline of the lower end of the side bearing part, and the first arc-shaped part is used for supporting the shoulder and neck transition positions on the two sides of the human body. By improving the shape of the neck collar body, the shape of the neck collar body is more fit with the curve of the human body, the wearing comfort and experience are improved, the basic shape of the neck collar is maintained through the hard characteristic of the foaming sponge, the supporting effect of long-term use is guaranteed, and the service life is prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of neck support technology, and in particular to a neck brace. Background Technology

[0002] A cervical collar is a type of medical external fixation brace. It is mainly used as an auxiliary treatment device for cervical spondylosis. It can immobilize and protect the cervical spine, reduce nerve wear, and alleviate traumatic reactions of the intervertebral joints. At the same time, it is beneficial to reduce tissue edema, consolidate the therapeutic effect, and prevent recurrence.

[0003] Existing neck brace structures, such as those disclosed in Chinese patent documents CN214967329U and CN107789104A, are made of relatively soft materials and can be fully unfolded. When used, the neck brace, due to its soft material, cannot maintain its shape well when wrapped around the neck, resulting in poor support. Furthermore, with prolonged use, the soft material of existing neck braces is prone to permanent, irreversible deformation, failing to achieve the desired therapeutic effect for cervical spondylosis. Additionally, the chin and behind-the-ear support areas of existing neck braces are relatively flat, failing to conform well to the curves of the face and neck, resulting in poor comfort and overall experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is: in order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a neck support.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a neck support, including a neck support body, the neck support body is a rear-end opening structure integrally molded from foam sponge, including a front support part and side support parts disposed on both sides of the front support part, the upper contour of the front support part gradually increases in height from front to back, the upper contour of the side support part gradually decreases in height from front to back, and the joint of the front support part and the side support part forms the highest point A; the lower contour of the side support part is provided with an upwardly concave first arc-shaped part, the first arc-shaped part is used to support the transition position of the shoulders and neck on both sides of the human body.

[0006] Furthermore, the height H1 from the lowest point of the upper contour of the front support to the highest point of the joint ranges from 10mm to 30mm, and the upper slope α of the front support ranges from 10° to 40°; the height H2 from the lowest point of the upper contour of the side support to the highest point of the joint ranges from 20mm to 50mm, and the lower slope β of the side support ranges from 20° to 35°.

[0007] Furthermore, the front end of the front support portion has a concave second arc-shaped portion, and the distance H3 between the lowest point of the concave surface of the second arc-shaped portion and the foremost point of the upper contour of the front support portion ranges from 5mm to 20mm.

[0008] Because the neck support body formed by foam sponge has a certain thickness and rigidity, compared to soft materials, it is not easy to absorb the stress generated by pressure through deformation. Users may experience a feeling of being stuck or that the support is too rigid. Therefore, to further improve comfort and absorb the stress generated by pressure through deformation, first deformation holes are provided on both the front support and the side support. By creating these holes, the rigidity and stiffness of the neck support body are reduced to a certain extent, making it easier to deform and absorb stress compared to structures without holes, while still maintaining the overall shape of the neck support body.

[0009] To ensure the rigidity of the neck brace body and maintain its basic shape, a support plate is further included. This support plate is integrally formed inside the foam sponge, and its shape matches that of the neck brace body. The support plate also has second deformation holes that correspond one-to-one with the first deformation holes. Adding the support plate increases the rigidity of the foam sponge, thus maintaining the shape of the neck brace body, facilitating rapid shape recovery and restoration after compression, and ensuring the support effect of the neck brace.

[0010] Preferably, the support plate is made of PP material and the thickness of the support plate ranges from 1mm to 4mm.

[0011] Furthermore, the support plate is also provided with multiple weight-reducing and ventilating holes, the ventilating area of ​​which is smaller than that of the deformation holes. The size of the weight-reducing and ventilating holes can be determined according to the shape of the support plate and the area of ​​the blank space. The size and shape are determined as needed, and the shape includes, but is not limited to, circles, ovals, squares, etc.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a protective sleeve, which is fitted over the outside of the neck brace body. Preferably, the protective layer is made of fleece, non-woven fabric, or the like.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes a fixing structure, which comprises a first fixing part and a second fixing part. The first fixing part and the second fixing part are respectively disposed on both sides of the opening at the rear of the neck brace body. The first fixing part and the second fixing part cooperate with each other and are detachably fixed, which can tighten the size of the opening. Preferably, the fixing structure is a Velcro structure, a snap fastener structure, or a clip structure.

[0014] Furthermore, the inner side of the upper part of the front support has a first positioning surface that matches the shape of the chin and is turned outward. The first positioning surface is an arc surface or a slope, which helps to better stabilize the head and neck. The inner side of the upper end of the side support has a second positioning surface that matches the shape of the junction between the neck and head and is turned outward. The inner side of the lower end of the neck brace has a third positioning surface that matches the shape of the junction between the neck, chest, and shoulders and is turned outward. The second and third positioning surfaces are arc surfaces or slopes, both inclined from the inside out, making it comfortable to wear and providing good stability and support.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The neck support provided by this utility model improves the shape of the neck support body, making it more in line with the curve of the human body, thereby improving the comfort and experience of wearing it. By using the rigid properties of foam sponge, the basic shape of the neck support is maintained, ensuring the support effect for long-term use and extending its service life. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the neck brace of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the neck brace of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of a neck brace.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the neck brace.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the neck brace.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a side view of the neck brace body.

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the third positioning surface on the inner side of the lower end of the neck brace body.

[0024] Figure 8 This is a structural schematic diagram of embodiment one of the support plate.

[0025] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 A perspective structural diagram of the central support plate and the neck brace body.

[0026] Figure 10 This is a structural schematic diagram of embodiment two of the support plate.

[0027] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 A perspective structural diagram of the central support plate and the neck brace body.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Protective sleeve; 2. Neck brace body; 2.1. Front support; 2.2. Side support; 2.3. First deformation hole; 2.4. First arc-shaped part; 2.5. Second arc-shaped part; 2.6. Opening; 2.7. First positioning surface; 2.8. Second positioning surface; 2.9. Third positioning surface; 3. Support plate; 3.1. Second deformation hole; 3.2. Weight reduction and ventilation hole; 4. Fixing structure; 4.1. First fixing part; 4.2. Second fixing part. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These drawings are simplified schematic diagrams, illustrating only the basic structure of the present invention. Therefore, they only show the components, orientations, and references (e.g., up, down, left, right, etc.) relevant to the present invention and are intended only to aid in the description of the features in the drawings. Therefore, the following specific embodiments are not intended to be restrictive, and the scope of the claimed subject matter is defined solely by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0030] like Figures 1-3 As shown, this utility model discloses a neck support, including a neck support body 2. The neck support body 2 is a structure with a rear opening 2.6 formed by one-piece molding of foam sponge. The neck support body 2 can be set in various colors. A protective cover 1 is provided on the outside of the neck support body 2. Preferably, the protective cover 1 is made of materials such as fleece or non-woven fabric to ensure the softness, breathability and wearing comfort of the surface. Its color can also be selected to meet the preferences of different users. A fixing structure 4 is provided on the rear opening 2.6 of the neck support body 2. The fixing structure 4 includes a first fixing part 4.1 and a second fixing part 4.2. The first fixing part 4.1 and the second fixing part 4.2 are respectively arranged on both sides of the rear opening 2.6 of the neck support body 2. The first fixing part 4.1 and the second fixing part 4.2 cooperate with each other and can be detachably fixed, which can tighten the size of the opening 2.6. Preferably, the fixing structure 4 can adopt a Velcro structure, a snap structure or a buckle structure.

[0031] like Figures 4-6As shown, the neck brace body 2 includes a front support portion 2.1 and side support portions 2.2 disposed on both sides of the front support portion 2.1. Both the front support portion 2.1 and the side support portions 2.2 are provided with first deformation holes 2.3. These holes reduce the hardness and rigidity of the neck brace body 2 to a certain extent. The upper contour of the front support portion 2.1 gradually increases in height from front to back, while the upper contour of the side support portions 2.2 gradually decreases in height from front to back. The highest point A is formed at the junction of the front support portion 2.1 and the side support portions 2.2. The lower contour of the side support portions 2.2 is provided with an upwardly concave first arc-shaped portion 2.4, which is used to support the transition area between the shoulders and neck on both sides of the body. The height H1 of the upper contour of the front support 2.1 from the lowest point to the highest point of the joint is in the range of 10mm-30mm, and more preferably, H1 is 10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm or 30mm; the upper slope α of the front support 2.1 is in the range of 10°-40°, and more preferably, the upper slope α is 10°, 15°, 20°, 25°, 30°, 35° or 40°; the height H2 of the upper contour of the side support 2.2 from the lowest point to the highest point of the joint is in the range of 20mm-50mm, and more preferably, H2 is 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 35mm, 40mm, 45mm or 50mm; the lower slope β of the side support 2.2 is in the range of 20°-35°, and more preferably, the lower slope β is 20°, 25°, 30° or 35°; more preferably, α > β. The front end of the front support portion 2.1 has a concave second arc-shaped portion 2.5, and the distance H3 between the lowest point of the concave surface of the second arc-shaped portion 2.5 and the foremost point of the upper contour of the front support portion 2.1 is in the range of 5mm-20mm, and more preferably H3 is 5mm, 10mm, 15mm or 20mm.

[0032] To ensure the rigidity of the neck support body 2 and maintain its basic shape, a support plate 3 is also included. The support plate 3 is integrally formed inside the foam sponge. The shape of the support plate 3 matches the shape of the neck support body 2. There are multiple ways to implement the structure of the support plate 3. Two specific structures are given below.

[0033] like Figure 4 and Figure 7 As shown, the inner side of the upper part of the front support 2.1 has a first positioning surface that matches the shape of the chin and is turned outward. The first positioning surface is an arc surface or a slope surface, which can help stabilize the head and neck better. The inner side of the upper end of the side support 2.2 has a second positioning surface that matches the shape of the junction between the neck and head and is turned outward. The inner side of the lower end of the neck brace body has a third positioning surface that matches the shape of the junction between the neck, chest, and shoulders and is turned outward. The second and third positioning surfaces are arc surfaces or slope surfaces, both inclined from the inside out, which makes wearing comfortable, stable, and provides good support.

[0034] Example 1 of support plate 3:

[0035] like Figure 8 As shown, the shape and curvature of the support plate 3 match the neck support body 2. The support plate 3 is made of PP material with a thickness ranging from 1mm to 4mm. To adapt to the openings on the neck support body 2, the support plate 3 is provided with second deformation holes 3.1 corresponding one-to-one with the first deformation holes 2.3. By increasing the rigidity of the foamed sponge by adding the support plate 3, the shape of the neck support body 2 can be maintained, which is beneficial for the rapid recovery and restoration of shape after being compressed, and ensures the support effect of the neck support. Figure 9 The diagram shown is a perspective view of the neck brace body 2 and the support plate 3 in this embodiment.

[0036] Example 2 of support plate 3:

[0037] like Figure 10 As shown, the difference between this embodiment and the support plate 3 in Embodiment 1 is that the support plate 3 in this embodiment is further provided with multiple weight-reducing and ventilating holes 3.2. The ventilating area of ​​the weight-reducing holes is smaller than the area of ​​the deformation holes. The size of the weight-reducing and ventilating holes 3.2 can be determined according to the shape of the support plate 3 and the area of ​​the blank space. Their size and shape are determined as needed, and the shape includes, but is not limited to, circles, ovals, squares, etc. Figure 11 The diagram shown is a perspective view of the neck brace body 2 and the support plate 3 in this embodiment.

[0038] Based on the above-described preferred embodiments of this utility model, and through the foregoing description, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the scope of this utility model. The technical scope of this utility model is not limited to the contents of the specification, but must be determined according to the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A neck support, characterized in that: The neck support body is a one-piece molded foam structure with an open rear end. It includes a front support portion and side support portions on both sides of the front support portion. The upper contour of the front support portion gradually increases in height from front to back, while the upper contour of the side support portions gradually decreases in height from front to back. The highest point A is formed at the junction of the front support portion and the side support portion. The lower contour of the side support portion is provided with a concave first arc-shaped portion, which is used to support the transition position between the shoulders and neck on both sides of the human body.

2. The neck support as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The height H1 of the upper contour of the front support portion from the lowest point to the highest point of the joint ranges from 10mm to 30mm, and the upper slope α of the front support portion ranges from 10° to 40°; the height H2 of the upper contour of the side support portion from the lowest point to the highest point of the joint ranges from 20mm to 50mm, and the lower slope β of the side support portion ranges from 20° to 35°.

3. The neck support as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The front end of the front support has a concave second arc-shaped part, and the distance H3 between the lowest point of the concave surface of the second arc-shaped part and the foremost point of the upper contour of the front support is in the range of 5mm-20mm.

4. The neck brace as described in any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: Both the front support and the side support are provided with first deformation holes.

5. The neck support as described in claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes a support plate, which is integrally formed inside the foamed sponge, and the support plate is provided with second deformation holes that correspond one-to-one with the first deformation holes.

6. The neck support as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The support plate is made of PP material and has a thickness ranging from 1mm to 4mm.

7. The neck support as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The support plate is also provided with multiple weight-reducing and ventilation holes, the area of ​​which is smaller than the area of ​​the deformation hole.

8. The neck support as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a protective sleeve, which is fitted over the outside of the neck brace body.

9. The neck support as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a fixing structure, which includes a first fixing part and a second fixing part. The first fixing part and the second fixing part are respectively disposed on both sides of the opening at the rear of the neck brace body. The first fixing part and the second fixing part cooperate with each other and can be detachably fixed, which can tighten the size of the opening.

10. The neck support as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The inner side of the upper part of the front support has a first positioning surface that matches the shape of the chin and is turned outward; the inner side of the upper end of the side support has a second positioning surface that matches the shape of the junction of the neck and head and is turned outward; the inner side of the lower end of the neck brace has a third positioning surface that matches the shape of the junction of the neck, chest, and shoulders and is turned outward.

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