Reusable thumbtack needle remover

By designing a reusable press needle remover, the problems of easily injuring the patient's skin and the time-consuming process during press needle removal are solved, achieving a safe, fast, and stable press needle removal process, while reducing manufacturing costs.

CN223958992UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF GUANGZHOU UNIV OF CHINESE MEDICINE
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Application Number
CN202422887051.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-26
Publication Date
2026-03-03
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-26

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Technical Problem

Existing snap needle removal tools are prone to injuring patients' skin, are time-consuming, have limited functionality, and are inconvenient to operate.

Method used

Design a reusable snap needle remover comprising a rectangular housing, a scraper, and a clamping device. The clamping device and the scraper are connected by a pin. A housing is provided for holding solvent cotton pads. The clamping device has an extension and a finger guard. The scraper has a soft silicone scraper and an anti-stick strip on the clamp. The overall structure is simple and easy to disinfect.

Benefits of technology

It enables safe and quick removal of the press needle, reduces damage to the patient's skin, improves the stability and convenience of operation, reduces manufacturing costs, and supports reuse.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a reusable thumbtack needle remover, which belongs to the technical field of medical instruments and comprises a rectangular accommodating shell, a scraper piece and a clamping device, any end of the accommodating shell is horizontally and rotatably connected with the tail of the clamping device and the tail of the scraper piece through pin shafts, and an accommodating space is arranged on the accommodating shell in a penetrating manner along the length direction. The clamping device and the scraping plate piece can be arranged in the containing space, and a containing box is arranged at the end, away from the pin shaft, of the containing shell. The utility model has the beneficial effects that the connecting rod and the clamping handle which are connected with the scraper are fixed in the two interlayers of the accommodating space through the pin shaft, required parts can be conveniently rotated out when in use and can be tidied up after being used, in addition, the accommodating box is arranged at the end part of the accommodating shell, which is deviated from the pin shaft and can be used for accommodating sol agent cotton pieces and the like, so that medical personnel can conveniently take the sol agent cotton pieces and the like; the device is simple in structure and low in manufacturing cost, can be made of stainless steel materials during production, is easy to disinfect and can be repeatedly used.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of medical device technology, specifically relating to a reusable press needle removal device. Background Technology

[0002] Acupuncture has a special therapeutic effect on sub-health conditions, as it can unblock meridians, harmonize yin and yang, and strengthen the body's resistance while eliminating pathogenic factors. Press needles, as a type of acupuncture, are epidermal needles compared to the subcutaneous needling method of traditional acupuncture. They act as acupoint massage, immediately improving clinical symptoms and achieving the effect of continuous acupuncture treatment, resulting in immediate therapeutic effects.

[0003] A press needle is a thumbtack-shaped needle with a flat handle and a length of about one to two fen (approximately 0.5-0.6 cm). It is commonly used for intradermal needles or ear needles. Press needles are usually removed by tearing them off with hemostatic forceps or by rubbing the edges of the adhesive with a damp cotton swab to make them curl up and peel off. In daily use, it is also common to use fingernails to pry off the edges of the press needle adhesive, which can easily injure the patient's skin. Because the adhesive is difficult to remove, it is very time-consuming.

[0004] Several patents for press needle removal are disclosed in the prior art. Among them, utility model patent CN116270215A discloses a press needle removal device, including a first clamp arm, a second clamp arm, and two ring-shaped handles connected to the bottom ends of the first and second clamp arms. The first and second clamp arms are connected by a through-type hinge shaft. Limiting stops are provided on the inner side of the bottom end of the first and second clamp arms. Arc-shaped arms are fixedly connected to the top ends of the first and second clamp arms. A first needle removal head and a second needle removal head are fixedly connected to the top end of each arc-shaped arm. Several needle removal anti-sticking strips are fixedly provided on the inner side of the first and second needle removal heads near the front end. Although this solves the problem of tape sticking to hands and being difficult to throw away during press needle removal, and tape sticking to tweezers and being inconvenient to dispose of in the sharps box, the problems of easily injuring the patient's skin during press needle removal, time-consuming removal, and the inconvenience of operation due to the limited functionality of the removal tool still exist.

[0005] In view of this, the inventors conducted in-depth research to address this need, which led to this case. Utility Model Content

[0006] To overcome the problems of easy skin injury during press needle removal, time-consuming operation, and inconvenient operation due to the limited functionality of existing removal tools, this utility model provides a reusable press needle removal device, including a rectangular housing, a scraper, and a clamping device. Either end of the housing is horizontally rotatably connected to the tail of the clamping device and the tail of the scraper via a pin. The housing has a through-hole along its length, within which the clamping device and the scraper can be placed. A storage box is provided at the end of the housing opposite to the pin.

[0007] The device employs a design with a storage space extending through the middle of the housing. The scraper and clamping device are fixed to the middle of the two layers of the storage space using a pin. This facilitates easy rotation of the required components during use and makes it easy to store them after use. Additionally, a storage box is provided at the end of the housing away from the pin for placing items such as solvent cotton pads for easy access by medical personnel. Overall, needle removal is convenient and safe, and the adhesive does not easily stick to the needle removal tool. The device has a simple structure and low manufacturing cost. Furthermore, stainless steel can be used during production for easy sterilization and reusability.

[0008] Preferably, the clamping device includes two clamping bodies that can move towards each other at least at their front ends. Each clamping body includes a handle and two clamping heads integrally formed with the handle. The two clamping heads are hinged to each other near the middle of the housing, and the end faces of the opposite ends of the two clamping heads are flush.

[0009] With the above technical solution, one end of the clamping device is designed as a flat-headed tweezer, and the middle of the clamping handle of the two clamping bodies is connected to each other, which is equivalent to the elastic deformation connection of the rear end of the existing traditional tweezers that can be reset. The remover is easy to hold and operate, and can be used to clamp adhesive tape as well as remove needles, which can avoid needle pricks and increase the accuracy of operation.

[0010] Preferably, the chuck has an extension near its end, and a finger stop is provided at the edge of the extension. The finger stop extends outward from the chuck and forms a ring with the two opposite edges of the extension.

[0011] Through the above technical solution, the design of the extension section and the finger guard section, on the one hand, increases the contact area between the finger and the needle clamp without widening the clamp handle as much as possible, making the operation more stable; on the other hand, it effectively prevents the clamp from accidentally slipping out of the hand, thus ensuring that medical staff can retrieve the needle securely, conveniently, and without the risk of the needle slipping out. Removal after needle retrieval or adhesive application is also convenient, as the hand never needs to touch the side of the presser with the needle tip, making it safer and also facilitating storage.

[0012] Preferably, the storage box includes a base and a lid that matches the base. The base is integrally connected to the end of the storage shell. The base and the lid are connected on one side by a hinge and on the other side by a snap fastener.

[0013] The above technical solution connects the base to the rear end of the storage shell and matches the lid to the base, making the storage box and storage shell a seamless whole. The base and lid are connected by hinges and buckles on opposite sides for easy use.

[0014] Preferably, the scraper component includes a connecting rod and a scraper that are rotatably connected to the housing. The scraper is integrally connected to the connecting rod, and the scraper and the connecting rod are provided at an angle along the length of the connecting rod. A soft silicone scraper strip is provided at the end of the scraper.

[0015] The above technical solution sets an angle at the connection between the connecting rod and the scraper, which is beneficial for applying external force to the scraper during use. At the same time, in order to avoid causing discomfort to the patient when using the scraper, a soft silicone scraper strip is set at the end of the scraper. When using the scraper, take out the solvent cotton pad from the storage box, wipe around the adhesive patch to make the edges lift up, and then scrape it with the scraper.

[0016] Preferably, the inner side of the clamp opposite to the extension is provided with a plurality of reinforcing ribs, and the side of the extension opposite to each other is provided with a plurality of anti-slip strips.

[0017] The above technical solution provides a reinforcing rib on the inner side of the extension section, which makes the extension section more stable and prevents it from cracking due to excessive force. The two ends of the clamp handle are set with different widths, which makes it easier for the narrower end to connect with the storage shell. At the same time, an anti-slip strip is set on the outer side of the extension section to increase the friction between the fingers and the extension section during use, so that the adhesive can be quickly peeled off from the patient, thus making it easier for medical staff to remove the needle.

[0018] Preferably, the end face and abutment face of the free end of the chuck are provided with a plurality of needle-starting anti-stick strips, and the outer surface of the anti-stick strips and the inner side of the chuck are coated with a metal anti-stick coating.

[0019] The tape on the snap needle can be quickly lifted by the chuck head. The anti-stick strip and metal anti-stick coating on the snap needle head can also prevent the tape from sticking to the device, making needle removal convenient and safe, and the tape will not stick to the chuck head.

[0020] Preferably, the end of the housing near the pin tapers inward, and the anti-stick strip is arranged parallel to the side of the clamp.

[0021] By using the above technical solution, the end of the housing near the pin is gradually tapered inward, which can better constrain the clamp and connecting rod inside the housing, making the demolition device more stable during use and preventing the other part from rotating back and forth while one part is in use, thus affecting the operation.

[0022] Preferably, the width of the scraper is smaller than the width of the receiving shell.

[0023] Preferably, the height of the clamp is less than the height of the accommodating space.

[0024] By using the above technical solution, limiting the width of the scraper and the clamp allows the main components of the scraper and the clamping device to be accommodated in the storage space of the housing, which facilitates the storage and retrieval of the demolition device.

[0025] The beneficial effects of adopting the technical solution of this utility model are as follows:

[0026] (1) The device adopts a method of opening a storage space through the middle of the housing, and fixing the connecting rod and clamp to the two layers of the storage space by means of a pin. It is convenient to rotate out the required parts during use, and it is also convenient to put them away after use. In addition, a storage box is provided at the end of the housing away from the pin, which can be used to put the solvent cotton pads, etc., for easy access by medical staff. Overall, the needle removal is convenient and safe, and the adhesive is not easy to stick to the needle removal tool. The device has a simple structure and low manufacturing cost. In addition, stainless steel material can be selected during production, which is easy to disinfect and can be reused.

[0027] (2) The design of the extension section and the finger guard section increases the contact area between the finger and the needle clamp without widening the clamp handle as much as possible, making the operation more stable. On the other hand, it can effectively prevent the clamp from accidentally slipping out of the hand, thus ensuring that medical staff can retrieve the needle securely, conveniently, and without the needle slipping out of their hands. It is also convenient to remove the needle or remove it after the adhesive is applied, and the hand never needs to touch the side of the presser with the needle tip, which is safer.

[0028] (3) By gradually narrowing the end of the housing near the pin, the clamp and connecting rod can be better constrained in the housing, making the demolition device more stable during use and preventing the other part from rotating back and forth while one part is in use, thus affecting the operation. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a reusable snap-pin remover according to this utility model;

[0031] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0032] In the diagram, 1. Storage shell; 2. Scraper; 3. Clamping device; 4. Pin; 5. Accommodation space; 6. Storage box; 7. Clamp body; 8. Clamp handle; 9. Clamp head; 10. Extension part; 11. Finger stop; 12. Base; 13. Box cover; 14. Buckle; 15. Connecting rod; 16. Scraper; 17. Scraper strip; 18. Reinforcing rib; 19. Anti-slip strip; 20. Anti-stick strip. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, not all of them. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this utility model provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed utility model, but merely to represent selected embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0034] This embodiment features a through-hole in the middle of the receiving shell, with the connecting rod and clamping handle connected to the scraper secured to the two layers of the receiving space via pins. This allows for easy rotation of the required components during use and convenient storage after use. Additionally, a storage box is provided at the end of the receiving shell away from the pin for holding adhesive cotton pads, etc., for easy access by medical personnel. Overall, needle removal is convenient and safe, and adhesive tape is less likely to stick to the needle removal tool. Specific implementation details are as follows:

[0035] like Figure 1-2 As shown, a reusable snap pin remover includes a rectangular housing 1, a scraper 2, and a clamping device 3. Either end of the housing 1 is horizontally rotatably connected to the tail of the clamping device 3 and the tail of the scraper 2 via a pin 4. The housing 1 has a through-hole accommodating space 5 along its length, and the clamping device 3 and the scraper 2 can be placed in the accommodating space 5. A storage box 6 is provided at the end of the housing 1 opposite to the pin 4.

[0036] Here, a receiving space 5 is opened through the middle of the receiving shell 1, and the scraper 2 and clamping device 3 are fixed in the middle of the receiving space 5 by a pin 4. This makes it easy to rotate out the required parts during use, and also easy to store after use. In addition, a receiving box 6 is provided at the end of the receiving shell 1 away from the pin 4, which can be used to put the solvent cotton pads, etc., for easy access by medical staff. Overall, needle removal is convenient and safe, and the adhesive is not easy to stick to the needle removal tool. The overall device has a simple structure and low manufacturing cost. In addition, stainless steel material can be used during production, which is easy to sterilize and can be reused.

[0037] In a preferred embodiment, the clamping device 3 includes two clamping bodies 7 that are at least movable in the front. Each clamping body 7 includes a clamping handle 8 and two clamping heads 9 integrally formed with the clamping handle 8. The two clamping heads 9 are hinged to each other near the middle of the housing 1, and the end faces of the opposite ends of the two clamping heads 9 are flush.

[0038] Here, one end of the clamping device 3 is designed as a flat-headed tweezer, and the middle of the clamping handles 8 of the two clamping bodies 7 are connected to each other, which is equivalent to the resetting elastic deformation connection of the rear end of the existing traditional tweezers. The remover is easy to hold and operate, and can be used to clamp adhesive tape as well as remove needles, which can avoid needle pricks and increase the accuracy of operation.

[0039] In a preferred embodiment, the chuck 9 is provided with an extension 10 near its end, and a finger stop 11 is provided at the edge of the extension 10. The finger stop 11 extends outward from the chuck 8 and forms a ring with the two opposite edges of the extension 10.

[0040] Here, the design of the extension part 10 and the finger guard part 11, on the one hand, increases the contact area between the finger and the needle clamp 7 without widening the clamp handle 8 as much as possible, making the operation more stable; on the other hand, it effectively prevents the clamp 7 from accidentally slipping out of the hand, thus ensuring that medical staff can retrieve the needle securely, conveniently, and without the risk of the needle slipping out. Removal after needle retrieval or adhesive application is also convenient, as the hand never needs to touch the side of the presser with the needle tip, making it safer and also facilitating storage.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment, the storage box 6 includes a base 12 and a lid 13 that matches the base 12. The base 12 is integrally connected to the end of the storage shell 1. The base 12 and the lid 13 are connected on one side by a hinge and on the other side by a buckle 14.

[0042] Here, the base 12 is connected to the rear end face of the storage shell 1, and the lid 13 is matched to the base 12 to connect the storage box 6 and the storage shell 1 as a whole, which makes the whole thing smoother. The opposite sides of the base 12 and the lid 13 are connected by hinges and buckles 14 for easy use.

[0043] In a preferred embodiment, the scraper component 2 includes a connecting rod 15 and a scraper 16 that are rotatably connected to the housing 1. The scraper 16 is integrally connected to the connecting rod 15. The scraper 16 and the connecting rod 15 are provided at an angle along the length of the connecting rod 15. A soft silicone scraper strip 17 is provided at the end of the scraper 16.

[0044] Here, an angle is set at the connection between the connecting rod 15 and the scraper 16, which is beneficial to apply external force to the scraper 16 when in use. At the same time, in order to avoid causing discomfort to the patient when using the scraper 16, a soft silicone scraper strip 17 is set at the end of the scraper 16. When in use, take out the solvent cotton pad from the collection box 6, wipe around the adhesive patch so that the edge is raised, and then scrape it with the scraper 16.

[0045] In a preferred embodiment, a plurality of reinforcing ribs 18 are provided on the inner side of the clamp 9 corresponding to the extension portion 10, and a plurality of anti-slip strips 19 are provided on the opposite side of the extension portion 10.

[0046] Here, a reinforcing rib 18 is provided on the inner side of the extension 10 to make the extension 10 more stable and prevent it from cracking due to excessive force. The two ends of the clamp 8 are set with different widths to facilitate the connection of the narrower end to the housing 1. At the same time, an anti-slip strip 19 is provided on the outer side of the extension 10 to increase the friction between the fingers and the extension 10 during use, so that the adhesive can be quickly peeled off from the patient, thereby facilitating the removal of needles by medical staff.

[0047] In a preferred embodiment, the end face and abutment face of the free end of the chuck 9 are provided with a plurality of needle-starting anti-stick strips 20, and the outer surface of the anti-stick strips 20 and the inner side of the chuck 9 are coated with a metal anti-stick coating.

[0048] The tape on the snap needle can be quickly lifted by the chuck 9. The anti-stick strip 20 on the snap needle head and the metal anti-stick coating can also prevent the tape from sticking to the device. The needle removal is convenient and safe, and the adhesive will not stick to the chuck 9.

[0049] In a preferred embodiment, the end of the housing 1 near the pin 4 tapers inward, and the anti-stick strip 20 is arranged parallel to the side of the clamp 9.

[0050] Here, the end of the housing 1 near the pin 4 is gradually tapered inward, which can better constrain the handle 8 and the connecting rod 15 within the housing 1, making the demolition tool more stable during use and preventing the other part from rotating back and forth while one part is in use, thus affecting the operation.

[0051] In a preferred embodiment, the width of the scraper 16 is smaller than the width of the housing 1.

[0052] In a preferred embodiment, the height of the clamp 9 is less than the height of the accommodating space 5.

[0053] Here, limiting the width of the scraper 16 and the clamp 9 allows the main components of the scraper 2 and the clamping device 3 to be accommodated in the receiving space 5 of the housing 1, facilitating the storage and retrieval of the demolition device.

[0054] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A reusable snap-pin remover, characterized in that, The device includes a rectangular storage shell (1), a scraper (2), and a clamping device (3). One end of the storage shell (1) is horizontally rotatably connected to the tail of the clamping device (3) and the tail of the scraper (2) via a pin (4). The storage shell (1) has a through-hole (5) along its length. The clamping device (3) and the scraper (2) can be placed in the through-hole (5). A storage box (6) is provided at the end of the storage shell (1) away from the pin (4).

2. The reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping device (3) includes two clamping bodies (7) that can move towards each other at least at the front. Each clamping body (7) includes a clamping handle (8) and two clamps (9) integrally formed with the clamping handle (8). The two clamps (9) are hinged to each other near the middle of the housing (1), and the end faces of the opposite ends of the two clamps (9) are flush.

3. A reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 2, characterized in that, The chuck (9) has an extension (10) near its end. The extension (10) has a finger stop (11) at its edge. The finger stop (11) extends outward from the chuck (8) and forms a ring with the two opposite edges of the extension (10).

4. A reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage box (6) includes a base (12) and a lid (13) that matches the base (12). The base (12) is integrally connected to the end of the storage shell (1). The base (12) and the lid (13) are connected by a hinge on one side and by a buckle (14) on the other side.

5. A reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 1, characterized in that, The scraper component (2) includes a connecting rod (15) and a scraper (16) that are rotatably connected to the housing (1). The scraper (16) is integrally connected to the connecting rod (15). The scraper (16) and the connecting rod (15) are provided with an angle along the length direction of the connecting rod (15). A soft silicone scraper strip (17) is provided at the end of the scraper (16).

6. A reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 3, characterized in that, The clamp (9) has several reinforcing ribs (18) on its inner side corresponding to the extension (10), and the extension (10) has several anti-slip strips (19) on its opposite side.

7. A reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 2, characterized in that, The end face and abutment face of the free end of the clamp (9) are provided with a plurality of needle-starting anti-stick strips (20), and the outer surface of the anti-stick strips (20) and the inner side of the clamp (9) are coated with a metal anti-stick coating.

8. A reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 7, characterized in that, The housing (1) tapers inward from the end near the pin (4), and the anti-stick strip (20) is arranged parallel to the side of the clamp (9).

9. A reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 5, characterized in that, The width of the scraper (16) is smaller than the width of the housing (1).

10. A reusable snap-pin remover according to claim 2, characterized in that, The height of the clamp (9) is less than the height of the accommodating space (5).

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    CN116270215A