Muscle rehabilitation auxiliary device

Abstract

The utility model discloses an auxiliary device for muscle rehabilitation therapy, which comprises a conductive muscle patch and a conductive electrode patch, the conductive muscle patch has elasticity, the conductive muscle patch comprises a muscle patch layer, and the muscle patch layer is provided with an insulating patch area and a conductive patch area; the conductive electrode paste comprises an insulating paste layer, a conductive paste layer and an electrode layer, the conductive paste layer is arranged between the insulating paste layer and the electrode layer, and two sides of the conductive paste layer and two sides of the electrode layer are respectively provided with a plurality of branch ends which can be stretched and extended independently. A branch end on the conductive paste layer can be connected with the conductive paste area to form a conductive path, an external electrode is arranged on the electrode layer, and the external electrode is connected with the conductive paste layer. Therefore, the device can be suitable for irregular three-dimensional muscle groups of special parts, the treatment range is expanded, muscle contraction correction and electrical stimulation treatment are integrated, synchronous double treatment is achieved, and the treatment effect is greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical assistive device technology, and in particular to an assistive device for muscle rehabilitation therapy. Background Technology

[0002] In clinical practice, electrical nerve stimulation (EMS) technology is mainly used to prevent and treat disuse atrophy of muscles and to increase or maintain joint mobility. However, the electrode patches of existing EMS devices are relatively fixed in shape and lack sufficient flexibility. They cannot be stretched and deformed to adapt to the irregular three-dimensional muscle groups in special locations. They are mainly suitable for electrical stimulation treatment on some symmetrical, uniform or relatively flat linear and planar muscle groups, which greatly limits the breadth of its clinical application and its scope of application. Furthermore, it cannot restrain and correct irregular muscles, resulting in poor treatment effects. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0004] Therefore, one objective of this utility model is to propose a muscle rehabilitation therapy auxiliary device that can be applied to irregular three-dimensional muscle groups in special areas, thus expanding the treatment range. Furthermore, it integrates muscle contraction correction and electrical stimulation therapy, achieving simultaneous dual treatment and greatly improving the treatment effect.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes a muscle rehabilitation therapy auxiliary device, comprising:

[0006] A conductive muscle tape, wherein the conductive muscle tape is elastic, the conductive muscle tape includes a muscle tape layer, and the muscle tape layer is provided with an insulating tape area and a conductive tape area;

[0007] A conductive electrode patch includes an insulating layer, a conductive layer, and an electrode layer. The conductive layer is disposed between the insulating layer and the electrode layer. Both the conductive layer and the electrode layer have multiple independently stretchable branch ends on their sides. The branch ends on the conductive layer can be connected to the conductive patch area to form a conductive path. An external electrode is disposed on the electrode layer and is connected to the conductive layer.

[0008] In addition, the muscle rehabilitation therapy assistive device proposed in the application may also have the following additional technical features:

[0009] Specifically, the conductive adhesive layer and the electrode layer are provided with a central region, the branch ends are distributed on both sides of the central region, and the external electrode is arranged on the central region of the electrode layer.

[0010] Specifically, the insulating layer covers the central region of the conductive layer, and the branch ends of the conductive layer extend at least partially beyond the insulating layer, with the portions of the branch ends extending beyond the insulating layer being adhesive.

[0011] Specifically, the upper and lower surfaces of the conductive muscle patch and the conductive electrode patch are provided with a removable first diaphragm.

[0012] Specifically, the first diaphragm is made of a dustproof and waterproof insulating material, and the surface of the first diaphragm is engraved with cutting marking lines.

[0013] Specifically, the upper and lower surfaces of the conductive patch area are respectively provided with a removable second diaphragm; the branch end of the conductive patch layer away from the electrode layer and extending beyond the insulating patch layer is also provided with a removable second diaphragm.

[0014] Specifically, the second diaphragm is elastic.

[0015] Specifically, the conductive muscle patch further includes a surface layer that covers the insulating patch area.

[0016] Specifically, different numbers of conductive muscle patches can be combined to form conductive muscle patch rolls of different lengths, and different numbers of conductive electrode patches can be combined to form conductive electrode patch rolls of different lengths.

[0017] Specifically, cutting marking lines are provided between two adjacent conductive muscle patches and between two adjacent conductive electrode patches.

[0018] The technical solution provided by this utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0019] (1) This utility model uses a combination of conductive muscle patch and conductive electrode patch. It constructs a longitudinal electrical transmission path by using external electrodes, conductive patch layer and conductive patch area. It also uses highly elastic conductive muscle patch to construct a transverse electrical stimulation pathway along the trend of irregular muscle groups, with the negative electrode of conductive patch area, irregular muscle nerve and positive electrode of conductive patch area, so that the conductive muscle patch can electrically stimulate muscles.

[0020] (2) By arranging and combining conductive muscle patches and conductive electrode patches in different positions, the shape is no longer fixed, and it can conform to the muscle nerve trends in different directions in irregular muscle groups, providing an electrical stimulation solution for irregular three-dimensional muscle groups.

[0021] (3) By attaching the conductive muscle tape to the muscle and using the elastic tension generated after binding, the muscle is provided with additional tension, thereby playing a role in muscle fixation. When used in conjunction with conductive electrode tape, the conductive muscle tape has both muscle fixation and electrical stimulation functions, which greatly enhances the effect of muscle training and physical therapy recovery. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present invention and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present invention.

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, for those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a conductive muscle patch roll according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a conductive electrode roll according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the state of the conductive muscle patch with the diaphragm removed according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 4 This is an exploded structural diagram of a conductive muscle patch according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded structure of a conductive muscle patch assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 6 This is an exploded structural diagram of a conductive electrode patch according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the conductive electrode patch and the conductive muscle patch adhered in a regular state according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of an irregularly applied conductive muscle patch according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram showing the adhesion of a conductive electrode patch and a conductive muscle patch in an irregular state according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] As shown in the figure:

[0034] 1. Conductive muscle tape roll; 10. Conductive muscle tape; 11. Muscle tape layer; 110. Insulating tape area; 111. Conductive tape area; 12. Surface layer;

[0035] 2. Conductive electrode roll; 20. Conductive electrode patch; 21. Insulating layer; 22. Conductive layer; 23. Electrode layer; 230. External electrode;

[0036] 3. First diaphragm;

[0037] 4. Second diaphragm. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the solution of this utility model will be further described below. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments of this utility model and the features thereof can be combined with each other.

[0039] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention, but the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein; obviously, the embodiments in the specification are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments.

[0040] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, describes the muscle rehabilitation therapy auxiliary device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] like Figures 1-7 As shown, the muscle rehabilitation therapy auxiliary device of this utility model embodiment may include a conductive muscle patch 10 and a conductive electrode patch 20.

[0042] Among them, the conductive muscle tape 10 is elastic. Whether it is a planar muscle group or an irregular three-dimensional muscle group, the conductive muscle tape 10 can closely fit muscle groups of various shapes and sizes. The elasticity of the conductive muscle tape 10 allows it to adjust its shape with the dynamic changes of the muscle, maintaining a continuous fit and stimulation effect. At the same time, the elastic tension generated by the conductive muscle tape 10 adhering to the muscle can provide additional tension to the muscle, thereby playing a role in tightening and fixing the muscle.

[0043] Furthermore, it can be referred to Figure 1 and Figure 2 Different numbers of conductive muscle patches 10 can be combined to form conductive muscle patch rolls 1 of different lengths, allowing multiple conductive muscle patches 10 to be tightly rolled together. This not only reduces space occupation but also makes them easy to carry and store. Furthermore, the required length of the conductive muscle patch 10 can be flexibly selected according to the length of the muscle to be treated (see reference). Figure 5This design caters to the diversity of different muscle areas and treatment needs, improving the applicability and flexibility of the conductive muscle patch 10.

[0044] Meanwhile, different numbers of conductive electrode patches 20 can also form conductive electrode patch rolls 2 of different lengths, so that multiple conductive muscle patches 10 can be tightly rolled together, which not only reduces space occupation, but also makes them easy to carry and store.

[0045] To facilitate the separation of multiple conductive muscle patches 10 in conductive muscle patch roll 1 or multiple conductive electrode patches 20 in conductive electrode patch roll 2, cutting marker lines (not shown in the figure) can be set between adjacent conductive muscle patches 10 and adjacent conductive electrode patches 20. This allows users to quickly identify the boundaries between adjacent conductive muscle patches 10 or adjacent conductive electrode patches 20, enabling more accurate and faster cutting during separation. This greatly improves the convenience and efficiency of operation. Furthermore, the cutting marker lines provide users with clear cutting guidance, avoiding miscutting due to inaccurate boundary judgment during separation. This helps maintain the integrity of the conductive muscle patches 10 or conductive electrode patches 20, ensuring their effectiveness in rehabilitation treatment or training.

[0046] Furthermore, it can be referred to Figure 3 The conductive muscle patch 10 and the conductive electrode patch 20 are provided with a removable first diaphragm 3 on their upper and lower surfaces. When not in use, the first diaphragm 3 can isolate the conductive muscle patch 10 or the conductive electrode patch 20 from the outside world, allowing them to be rolled up for easy storage. At the same time, the first diaphragm 3 can effectively isolate the conductive muscle patch 10 and the conductive electrode patch 20 from direct contact with the external environment, preventing dust, dirt, moisture or other impurities from adhering to the conductive muscle patch 10 and the conductive electrode patch 20, thereby maintaining their adhesive and conductive properties. The tear-and-use design greatly simplifies the operation steps and improves the efficiency of use.

[0047] The first diaphragm 3 can be made of dustproof and waterproof insulating material, and the surface of the first diaphragm 3 is engraved with cutting marking lines (not shown in the figure). The dustproof and waterproof insulating material can effectively prevent dust, moisture and other contaminants from entering the interior of the conductive muscle patch 10 or conductive electrode patch 20, protecting them from damage, thereby extending the service life of the conductive muscle patch 10 or conductive electrode patch 20. The cutting marking lines provide users with a clear cutting reference, enabling them to more accurately locate the cutting position when separating the conductive muscle patch 10 or conductive electrode patch 20, avoiding accidental cutting or damage to the product. The dustproof and waterproof insulating material can be made of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene terephthalate, etc., which can achieve waterproof, dustproof and insulating properties, and can also achieve the purpose of being ready to use immediately after tearing.

[0048] like Figure 4 As shown, the conductive muscle patch 10 includes a muscle patch layer 11, on which an insulating patch area 110 and a conductive patch area 111 are provided. For example, refer to... Figure 4 The design includes two conductive patch areas 111 with a fixed distance between them and three horizontally spaced insulating patch areas 110, thereby utilizing the span between the two conductive patch areas 111 to extend the treatment distance.

[0049] It should be noted that the insulating patch area 110 is made of a highly elastic insulating material, which has extremely high extensibility and tensile strength. The surface of the insulating patch area 110 close to the skin may have an insulating adhesive, which can effectively adhere to the skin and prevent it from falling off. At the same time, it also plays a role in binding and fixing irregular muscle groups, thereby achieving the purpose of muscle restraint and orthopedics. The highly elastic insulating material can be made of silicone rubber, fluororubber, etc., which can be selected according to the actual situation.

[0050] The conductive electrode patch 20 includes an insulating layer 21, a conductive layer 22, and an electrode layer 23. The conductive layer 22 is disposed between the insulating layer 21 and the electrode layer 23. The conductive layer 22 and the electrode layer 23 each have multiple independently stretchable branch ends (not shown in the figure) on both sides. The branch ends on the conductive layer 22 can be connected to the conductive patch area 111 to form a conductive path. An external electrode 230 is disposed on the electrode layer 23 and is connected to the conductive layer 22.

[0051] The aforementioned conductive electrode patch 20 has multiple individually stretchable branch ends, each of which can be stretched and extended independently, thus meeting the connection requirements with multiple conductive patch areas 111. Multiple conductive electrode patches 20 used in combination can meet the electrode connection requirements of multiple three-dimensional conductive patch areas 111 of irregular muscle groups.

[0052] Specifically, this invention uses a conductive muscle patch 10 in conjunction with a conductive electrode patch 20. A longitudinal (i.e., external electrode 230 facing the conductive patch layer 22) electrical transmission pathway is constructed using an external electrode 230, a conductive patch layer 22, and a conductive patch area 111. Furthermore, the highly elastic conductive muscle patch 10, following the contours of irregular muscle groups, constructs a transverse (i.e., the length direction of the conductive muscle patch 10) electrical stimulation pathway, connecting the negative electrode of the conductive patch area 111, the irregular muscle nerve, and the positive electrode of the conductive patch area 111. This achieves a flexible and variable matching of the dual structure of longitudinal and transverse electrical stimulation pathways, simultaneously realizing the functions of contraction fixation of irregular muscle groups and electrical stimulation of muscle nerves. It is applicable not only to planar muscle groups but also to irregular three-dimensional muscle groups, expanding the treatment range. Moreover, muscle contraction correction and electrical stimulation therapy are integrated, achieving simultaneous dual treatment and greatly improving the therapeutic effect.

[0053] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 6 As shown, the conductive patch layer 22 and the electrode layer 23 have a central region (not shown in the figure), and branch ends are distributed on both sides of the central region. The external electrode 230 is arranged on the central region of the electrode layer 23. The multiple branch ends are independent of each other, which can reduce the impact on the central region when they are stretched and extended. The independence of the branch ends means that they can independently adapt to different deformations without interfering with each other or causing deformation of the central region. This further enhances the stability of the central region and the external electrode 230, thereby ensuring the stability of the external electrode 230 when it is connected to the corresponding electrode of the external electrical stimulator.

[0054] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 6 As shown, the insulating layer 21 covers the central region of the conductive layer 22. The branch ends of the conductive layer 22 extend at least partially beyond the insulating layer 21, and the portion of the branch ends extending beyond the insulating layer 21 is adhesive. This allows the portion of the branch ends to be bonded to the conductive area 111, ensuring the stability of electrical transmission.

[0055] It should be noted that the insulating layer 21 covers the central area, and the side of the insulating layer 21 away from the conductive layer 22 may be provided with adhesiveness, so that it can effectively adhere to the skin or other surfaces without falling off, while providing insulation protection for the adhered part.

[0056] Furthermore, a removable second diaphragm 4 is provided on the side of the conductive layer 22 away from the electrode layer 23 and extending beyond the insulating layer 21. It should be noted that the second diaphragm 4 is connected to the adhesive portion of the branch end. The second diaphragm 4 helps to keep the branch ends of the conductive layer 22 neat and orderly during storage, transportation, or when not in use, and prevents the adhesive portion from being contaminated or damaged. This allows the user to easily peel off the corresponding second diaphragm 4 on the corresponding branch end to expose the branch end of the conductive layer 22, thereby establishing a connection with the conductive patch area 111. The second diaphragm 4, when not removed, also serves as insulation.

[0057] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, the upper and lower surfaces of the conductive patch area 111 are respectively provided with a removable second diaphragm 4. The second diaphragm 4 can cover and protect the conductive patch area 111, preventing the conductive patch area 111 from being contaminated or damaged, thereby improving the service life of the conductive patch area 111.

[0058] It should be noted that the second diaphragm 4 can be covered by the first diaphragm 3, thus forming a double layer of protection.

[0059] Specifically, the second diaphragm 4 is elastic, so that the second diaphragm 4 that has not been removed can undergo elastic deformation synchronously with the branch ends of the conductive muscle patch 10 or the conductive patch layer 22. The second diaphragm 4 can be made of a highly elastic insulating material.

[0060] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, the conductive muscle patch 10 also includes a surface layer 12, which covers the insulating patch area 110. The surface layer 12 is made of a highly elastic insulating material with extremely high extensibility and tensile strength. It covers the surface of the insulating patch area 110 and provides insulation protection for the non-conductive areas of the conductive muscle patch 10 near the muscle.

[0061] In this utility model, please refer to Figures 7-9 In use, cut appropriate lengths and quantities of conductive muscle patches 10 from the conductive muscle patch roll 1 according to the cutting marks. Remove the first septum 3 to expose the conductive muscle patch 10. Remove the second septum 4 from the surface of the conductive patch area 111. Stretch the conductive muscle patch 10 and adhere it to the skin according to the muscle's direction. Repeat this process to apply multiple conductive muscle patches 10 to bind and correct the muscle. Then, cut the corresponding number of conductive electrode patches 20 from the conductive electrode patch roll 2 according to the cutting marks. Remove the first septum 3 to expose the conductive electrode patches 20. Remove the second septum 4 from the surface of the branch ends that need to be connected to the conductive pathway. Stretch and adhere them to the surface of the conductive patch area 111 of the conductive muscle patch 10 to form a conductive pathway of external electrode 230, conductive patch layer 22, conductive patch area 111, and skin. Finally, connect the external electrode 230 on the conductive electrode patch 20 to the electrodes of the electrical stimulator to perform nerve electrical stimulation therapy.

[0062] In summary, the muscle rehabilitation therapy auxiliary device of this application embodiment can be applied to irregular three-dimensional muscle groups in special areas, expanding the treatment range. Moreover, it integrates muscle contraction correction and electrical stimulation therapy, realizing the simultaneous implementation of dual treatments and greatly improving the treatment effect.

[0063] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0064] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments described herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A muscle rehabilitation treatment assisting device characterized by, The application relates to a conductive muscle patch and a conductive electrode patch. The conductive muscle patch comprises an elastic conductive muscle patch layer, and an insulating patch area and a conductive patch area are arranged on the muscle patch layer. The conductive electrode patch comprises an insulating patch layer, a conductive patch layer and an electrode layer, the conductive patch layer is arranged between the insulating patch layer and the electrode layer, the two sides of the conductive patch layer and the electrode layer are respectively provided with a plurality of branch ends capable of being independently stretched and expanded, the branch ends on the conductive patch layer can be connected with the conductive patch area to form a conductive path, an external electrode is arranged on the electrode layer and connected with the conductive patch layer.

2. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 1, characterized by, The conductive patch layer and the electrode layer are provided with a center area, the two sides of the center area are respectively distributed with the branch ends, and the external electrode is arranged on the center area of the electrode layer.

3. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 2, characterized by, The insulating patch layer covers the center area of the conductive patch layer, the branch ends of the conductive patch layer at least partially extend out of the insulating patch layer, and the part of the branch ends extending out of the insulating patch layer is adhesive.

4. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 1, characterized by, The upper surface and the lower surface of the conductive muscle patch and the conductive electrode patch are respectively provided with a first peelable diaphragm.

5. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 4, characterized by, The first peelable diaphragm is made of dustproof and waterproof insulating material, and the surface of the first peelable diaphragm is provided with a cutting mark line.

6. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 2, characterized by, The upper surface and the lower surface of the conductive patch area are respectively provided with a second peelable diaphragm. The part of the branch ends of the conductive patch layer extending out of the insulating patch layer is also provided with the second peelable diaphragm.

7. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 6, characterized by The second peelable diaphragm has the property of being stretchable.

8. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 1, characterized by, The conductive muscle patch further comprises a surface layer covering the insulating patch area.

9. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 1, characterized by, Different numbers of the conductive muscle patches can form conductive muscle patch rolls with different lengths, and different numbers of the conductive electrode patches can form conductive electrode patch rolls with different lengths.

10. The muscle rehabilitation therapy assisting device according to claim 9, characterized by, The adjacent two conductive muscle patches and the adjacent two conductive electrode patches are respectively provided with a cutting mark line.

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