Wearable rehabilitation device for old people

By designing a wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly, using a hand fixation plate and an elastic deformable support pad, the problems of the finger separation plate's single function and poor breathability are solved, achieving the effects of strong breathability and hand grip strength training, making it suitable for use by the elderly.

CN223831713UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27FIRST HOSPITAL OF SHANXI MEDICAL UNIV
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Application Number
CN202422980818.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-04
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-04

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Technical Problem

Existing finger depressors have limited functionality, poor breathability, are uncomfortable for the elderly to wear, and are not effective for those with severe muscle atrophy.

Method used

A wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly was designed, which uses a hand fixation plate and an elastic deformable support pad, a finger fixation ring, and is equipped with ventilation holes and massage protrusions. The elastic deformable support pad provides breathability and massage function, and the fingers are fixed by limiting slots to adapt to different hand sizes.

Benefits of technology

It achieves high breathability, is suitable for the elderly, can exercise hand grip strength, reduces wearing discomfort, adapts to different hand sizes, and provides elastic resistance and massage effect.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of rehabilitation devices, and particularly relates to a wearable rehabilitation device for old people, which comprises a hand fixing plate and an elastic deformation support pad. The hand fixing plate is composed of a wrist plate and a palm plate with five finger plates. The back face of each finger plate is fixedly connected with a finger fixing ring, and the wrist plate is fixedly connected with a wrist fixing ring. The front face of each fingerboard is fixedly connected with an elastic deformation supporting pad, and a circle of limiting clamping groove is formed in each elastic deformation supporting pad. Fingers are arranged between the elastic deformation supporting pads to serve as a finger separating plate, and the positions of the fingers are fixed in a limiting clamping groove mode. When the fingers are placed in the finger fixing rings respectively, the grip strength of the hand can be exercised through bending, and the elastic deformation supporting pad can provide corresponding elastic resistance.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of rehabilitation device technology, specifically relating to a wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly. Background Technology

[0002] A finger-split board is a device used to train the fingers to separate and extend, and to keep the fingers in the correct position. It is mainly used to correct finger posture and prevent deformities. It is suitable for patients with finger flexion and adduction, and wrist joint deformities and contractures caused by stroke, hemiplegia, burns, etc.

[0003] The main function of the finger separator is to separate the five fingers by placing them into the grooves between the finger blocks and then securing the palm with a strap, thereby correcting finger posture and preventing deformities.

[0004] The method of using the finger spreader includes spreading and extending the fingers, keeping the fingers in the correct extended position, and after putting it on, placing the upper limbs at the sides of the body to perform abduction and external rotation, elbow extension, wrist dorsiflexion, and then placing it on the bed for weight-bearing training.

[0005] Furthermore, plastic finger separators, if used for a sufficient period, can be very useful in preventing "hook-shaped hand" deformities that lead to hemiplegia. However, the function of finger separators is relatively limited, mainly targeting finger separation and extension training, and may not be very useful for those with severe muscle atrophy. Moreover, existing finger separators have poor breathability, which can cause discomfort for elderly people with weak constitutions and excessive hand sweating. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model provides a wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly. This device is highly breathable and allows for hand grip strength exercises.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0008] A wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly includes a hand fixation plate and an elastic deformation support pad; the hand fixation plate consists of a wrist plate and a palm plate with five finger plates; a finger fixing ring is fixedly connected to the back of each finger plate, and a wrist fixing ring is fixedly connected to the wrist plate; an elastic deformation support pad is fixedly connected to the front of each finger plate, and the elastic deformation support pad is provided with a limiting groove.

[0009] The palm plate has a raised part in the middle, and the raised part has a ventilation hole.

[0010] The protrusion protrudes towards the back of the finger plate.

[0011] The outer surface of the protrusion is provided with massage protrusions.

[0012] The elastic deformation support pad is detachably connected to the front of the finger plate.

[0013] The elastic deformation support pad is detachably connected to the front of the finger plate via Velcro.

[0014] The elastic deformation support pad includes an elastic fixed base plate, a support ring, and a limiting plate. The limiting plate is fixedly connected to the elastic fixed base plate through the support ring. The circumferential dimension of the support ring is smaller than the circumferential dimensions of the elastic fixed base plate and the limiting plate.

[0015] The support ring has an arc-shaped opening; the limiting plate is tilted.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are:

[0017] It functions as a finger separator by placing each finger between the elastic deformation support pads, and the position of each finger is fixed by the limiting slot.

[0018] Moreover, since the elastic deformation support pads are located on each finger plate, the gaps between the finger plates can play a good role in ventilation and breathability after each finger is fixed, thus preventing the finger area from being unbreathable for a long time.

[0019] When the fingers are placed in the finger retaining rings, the hand grip strength can be exercised by bending, and the elastic deformation support pad can provide corresponding elastic resistance.

[0020] The raised section, when used as a finger separator, provides a breathable space between the finger separator and the palm, preventing the palm from becoming stuffy. When used for hand grip training, it fits snugly against the palm, providing a massage effect.

[0021] The curved opening also serves to improve ventilation and reduce discomfort during grip training. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of one direction of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of another aspect of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the hand fixing plate of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the elastic deformation support pad of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a side view of the elastic deformation support pad of this utility model;

[0027] Wherein: 1 is the hand fixing plate, 10 is the wrist plate, 11 is the finger plate, 12 is the palm plate, 13 is the finger fixing ring, 14 is the wrist fixing ring, 140 is the fixing strap, 141 is the buckle, 15 is the protrusion, 16 is the massage protrusion, 17 is the Velcro, 2 is the elastic deformation support pad, 20 is the limiting slot, 21 is the elastic fixing base plate, 22 is the support ring, 23 is the limiting plate, and 24 is the arc-shaped opening. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0029] like Figure 1-5 As shown, a wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly includes a hand fixation plate 1 and an elastic deformable support pad 2; the hand fixation plate 1 consists of a wrist plate 10 and a palm plate 12 with five finger plates 11; there are gaps between the five finger plates 11, and the hand fixation plate 1 is an integral structure, which can be made of silicone, rubber, or other deformable materials.

[0030] A finger retaining ring 13 is fixedly connected to the back of each finger plate 11, and a wrist retaining ring 14 is fixedly connected to the wrist plate 10, which can serve to fix the hand.

[0031] Each finger plate 11 has an elastic deformation support pad 2 fixedly connected to its front side, and the elastic deformation support pad 2 has a ring of limiting groove 20.

[0032] When used as a finger plate 11, fingers are placed between the elastic deformation support pads 2, and the fingers are "clamped" between adjacent elastic deformation support pads 2. The fingers are also restricted and fixed by the limiting slots 20. Finally, the wrist is fixed by the wrist fixing ring 14. With the above structural arrangement, each finger is located in the gap between the finger plates 11, and a large part of the front and back of the fingers are exposed to the outside for ventilation.

[0033] When used to train hand grip strength, each finger is inserted into the finger retaining ring 13, and finally the wrist is fixed by the wrist retaining ring 14. During grip strength training, the finger plate 11 and the elastic deformable support pad 2 will bend and deform.

[0034] Specifically, the wrist retaining ring 14 consists of two retaining straps 140, which are connected by a buckle 141. One end of each strap 140 is fixedly connected to both sides of the wrist plate 10, and the other ends are fixedly connected by the buckle 141. When used as a finger separator 11, the two straps 140 are connected on the front of the fingers; when used for grip strength training, the two straps 140 are connected on the back of the fingers.

[0035] Furthermore, a protrusion 15 is provided in the middle of the palm plate 12, and a vent hole is provided on the protrusion 15. Specifically, the protrusion 15 protrudes towards the back of the finger plate 11, and a massage protrusion 16 is provided on the outer surface of the protrusion 15.

[0036] When used as a finger separator 11, the protrusion 15 allows for a gap between the palm and the protrusion 15, enabling ventilation and preventing sweaty palms.

[0037] When used as a grip strength exercise, the palm will come into contact with the protrusion 15, and by massaging the protrusion 16, the palm will be massaged.

[0038] Furthermore, the elastic deformation support pad 2 is detachably connected to the front of the finger plate 11; its position can be adjusted according to different hand sizes to ensure the fixation of each finger when used as a finger fixation plate.

[0039] Furthermore, the elastic deformation support pad 2 is detachably connected to the front of the finger plate 11 via Velcro 17; specifically, a hook surface is fixed at the bottom of the elastic deformation support pad 2, and a rough surface is provided on the front of the finger plate 11. The detachable fixed connection between the two is achieved through the cooperation of the hook surface and the rough surface.

[0040] Furthermore, the elastic deformation support pad 2 includes an elastic fixed base plate 21, a support ring 22, and a limiting plate 23. The limiting plate 23 is fixedly connected to the elastic fixed base plate 21 via the support ring 22. The two sides of the support ring 22 are respectively fixedly connected to the elastic fixed base plate 21 and the limiting plate 23. Specifically, the elastic fixed base plate 21 can be made of a spring plate, and the hook surface is fixed to the spring plate by adhesive bonding. The support ring 22 and the limiting plate 23 can also be made of materials such as rubber or silicone.

[0041] The circumferential dimension (circumference) of the support ring 22 is smaller than the circumferential dimension (circumference) of the elastic fixed base plate 21 and the limiting plate 23, which means that a limiting groove 20 can be formed in the middle.

[0042] Furthermore, the support ring 22 has an arc-shaped opening 24, which allows the elastic deformable support pad 2 (limiting groove 20) to have an arc-shaped through hole. When used as a finger separator 11, the arc-shaped opening 24 can provide ventilation to the sides of the fingers; when used for grip strength training, it can form a deformation area instead of wrinkles, thereby reducing discomfort to the hands.

[0043] Furthermore, the limiting plate 23 is tilted, meaning the height of the resulting limiting slot 20 gradually decreases, allowing the finger to be inserted more and more tightly.

[0044] The above description only describes the preferred embodiments of the present invention, but the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments.

Claims

1. A wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly, characterized in that: It includes a hand fixing plate (1) and an elastic deformation support pad (2); the hand fixing plate (1) is composed of a wrist plate (10) and a palm plate (12) with five finger plates (11); a finger fixing ring (13) is fixedly connected to the back of each finger plate (11), and a wrist fixing ring (14) is fixedly connected to the wrist plate (10); an elastic deformation support pad (2) is fixedly connected to the front of each finger plate (11), and a limiting groove (20) is provided on the elastic deformation support pad (2).

2. The wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The palm plate (12) has a protrusion (15) in the middle, and the protrusion (15) has a vent hole.

3. The wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The protrusion (15) protrudes toward the back of the finger plate (11).

4. A wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The outer surface of the protrusion (15) is provided with massage protrusions (16).

5. The wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic deformation support pad (2) is detachably connected to the front of the finger plate (11).

6. The wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The elastic deformation support pad (2) is detachably connected to the front of the finger plate (11) via Velcro (17).

7. The wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic deformation support pad (2) includes an elastic fixed base plate (21), a support ring (22) and a limiting plate (23). The limiting plate (23) is fixedly connected to the elastic fixed base plate (21) through the support ring (22). The circumferential dimension of the support ring (22) is smaller than the circumferential dimension of the elastic fixed base plate (21) and the limiting plate (23).

8. A wearable rehabilitation device for the elderly according to claim 7, characterized in that: The support ring (22) has an arc-shaped opening (24); the limiting plate (23) is inclined.