Multifunctional walking aid for old people

Abstract

The multifunctional walking aid comprises two support bodies and a supporting part, the two support bodies are connected through a folding rod, the folding rod is located on the front sides of the support bodies, and positioning rods are vertically arranged on the support bodies; one end of the supporting part is rotationally connected to the bottom of the backrest, the backrest is detachably connected between the two positioning rods, the other end of the supporting part is connected with the bridle, fixing buckles of the bridle are arranged on the two sides of the top of the backrest, and the supporting part is provided with a first position and a second position; at the first position, the supporting part is horizontal and is positioned in the two bracket bodies; at the second position, the supporting part is horizontal and is positioned outside the two bracket bodies; the walking aid has the advantages that the supporting part has the first position and the second position which have a rest or storage function, so that the walking aid is diversified in function and convenient for old people to use in different scenes, the height can be adjusted according to a user by arranging the telescopic handrail, and the walking aid is easier and more comfortable to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of walking aid technology, specifically a multifunctional walking aid for the elderly. Background Technology

[0002] A walking aid is a device that assists the human body in supporting its weight, maintaining balance, and walking. Existing conventional walking aids generally consist of two side support frames and a crossbeam between them. In use, the user stands between the side support frames and holds them for support. Chinese Patent Publication No. CN219148372U discloses a walking aid for convenient rest, including two supports, a backrest for back support during rest, and two connecting rods that are movably connected to the supports; a seat for hip support during rest, with a positioning rod connected to the supports to fix the seat's position; and a roll assembly connected to the supports, with the seat inside for storage during walking or extension during rest. However, the above device has the following drawbacks: the seat, being made of elastic material and located inside the roll, offers poor support and has limited functionality, failing to meet the other needs of the elderly. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is that the seat cushion of the existing walking aid has poor support, which is easy to cause safety accidents, and the overall function is limited and cannot meet the needs of use in various scenarios. In order to solve the above problems, a multifunctional elderly walking aid is proposed, including two support bodies and a support part. The two support bodies are connected by a folding rod, which is located on the front side of the support body. Each support body is vertically provided with a positioning rod.

[0004] One end of the support is rotatably connected to the bottom of the backrest, the backrest is detachably connected between two positioning rods, the other end of the support is connected to the strap, and the strap's fixing buckles are set on both sides of the top of the backrest. The support has a first position and a second position.

[0005] In the first position, the support is horizontal and located inside the two support bodies;

[0006] In the second position, the support is horizontal and located outside the two support bodies.

[0007] The technical solution of this utility model, by setting a support structure, the support is rotatable and has a first position and a second position. The first position is a seat function, providing a resting platform for the user, and the second position is a storage function, providing storage space for the user. By setting the fixing buckle of the strap vertically downward on the top of the backrest and above the rotating end of the support, the support is always in a horizontal state after the strap is fixed by the fixing buckle, whether in the first position or the second position.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the upper end of the support body is inclined, with the front side higher than the rear side. A retractable handrail is provided on the front end of the support body, and an anti-slip layer is provided at the tail end of the retractable handrail. A reinforcing rod is provided near the lower end of the support body, and a circular ring is provided on the outer side of the support body. The retractable cane is inserted into the circular ring. The support body is the main support structure, and the reinforcing rod further strengthens the structure and increases its strength. The height of the retractable handrail can be adjusted according to the user. The anti-slip layer increases friction and prevents the user from slipping when holding the cane. The circular ring is used to store the cane so that the user can take it out and use it in a timely manner.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the positioning rod is connected to the upper end rod of the bracket body and the reinforcing rod at both ends, respectively. A fixing block is provided on the inner side of the positioning rod, and a slot is provided on the upper surface of the fixing block. The slot on the fixing block is used to engage with the back of the support part, which facilitates disassembly and installation, and allows the bracket body to be folded and stored.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the bottom of the front rod of the support body is provided with a support wheel, which facilitates movement, reduces manpower, and provides convenience for the elderly.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the braking part of the support wheel is located at the lower end of the front rod of the support body. The braking part is connected to the braking activation component, which is located below the retractable handrail. After the braking part brakes the support wheel, the walker cannot continue to move, thereby improving safety and reducing the probability of accidents.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the outer side of the fixing buckle is provided with a locking block that matches the slot. The fixing buckle is set vertically downwards, and the locking block engages with the slot, making the assembly and disassembly of the support part faster and more convenient. Since the fixing buckle is set vertically downwards, the support part can maintain a horizontal state whether it is in the first position or the second position after the strap is fixed.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the two surfaces of the support are respectively provided with a cushion and a storage frame. When the support is in the first position, the cushion faces upward; when the support is in the second position, the storage frame faces upward. In the first position, it is a seat, providing a resting platform for the user, and the cushion is used to improve comfort. In the second position, it is a storage frame, providing a storage platform for the user to place personal items.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the support part rotates inward and outward around the rotating end and from behind and below. The vertical distance between the rotating end of the support part and the folding rod below is greater than the width of the support part. Therefore, the support part is not affected by the folding rod when rotating.

[0015] The advantages of this utility model compared with the prior art are:

[0016] The technical solution of this utility model, by setting a support structure, the support is rotatable and has a first position and a second position. The first position is a seat function, providing a resting platform for the user, and the second position is a storage function, providing storage space for the user. By setting the fixing buckle of the strap vertically downward on the top of the backrest and above the rotating end of the support, the support is always in a horizontal state after the strap is fixed by the fixing buckle, whether in the first position or the second position. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of a first embodiment of a multifunctional elderly walking aid;

[0018] Figure 2 An exploded view of the structure of a first embodiment of a multifunctional elderly walking aid;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic elevation view of the support portion in the first position according to the first embodiment;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic elevation view of the support portion in the second position according to the first embodiment;

[0021] Figure 5 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of a second embodiment of a multifunctional elderly walking aid;

[0022] The components are: 1-bracket body, 11-reinforcing rod, 12-positioning rod, 13-fixing block, 14-slot, 15-folding rod, 16-support wheel, 17-retractable armrest, 18-anti-slip layer, 191-circular ring, 192-retractable cane, 2-support part, 21-strap, 22-fixing buckle, 23-backrest, 24-seat cushion, 25-storage frame, 26-block, 3-brake starting component, 31-brake part. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The following will refer to the appendix in the embodiments of this utility model. Figure 1-5 The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below. Example 1

[0024] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this utility model is a multifunctional elderly walking aid, including two support bodies 1 and a support part 2. The two support bodies 1 are respectively hinged to the two ends of the folding rod 15. The folding rod 15 is located on the front side of the support body 1. The folding rod 15 can be folded from the middle so that the support body 1 can be folded for easy storage. Each support body 1 is vertically provided with a positioning rod 12.

[0025] Folding rod 15 is an existing product. The upper folding rod 15 points downwards after folding, and the lower folding rod 15 points upwards after folding. The folding rod 15 can be fully unfolded to a horizontal 180 degrees and then it will lock itself. When it needs to be folded and retracted, it is necessary to manually assist the rods at both ends to change from flat angles to obtuse angles before it can be folded further.

[0026] The upper rod of the support body 1 is inclined, with the front side higher and the rear side lower. The two ends of the support body 1 face downward and are slightly inclined outward at a certain angle. The structure of being smaller at the top and larger at the bottom makes the device more stable. Near the lower end, the support body 1 is connected to the rods on both sides of the support body 1 by a reinforcing rod 11 to strengthen the overall strength of the support body 1.

[0027] The retractable handrail 17 is inserted into the front rod of the support body 1. The retractable handrail 17 can be adjusted to extend a certain distance from the support body 1 and is locked by rotating the locking buckle. This matching method is a mature existing technology.

[0028] The end of the retractable armrest 17 is fitted with a non-slip layer 18 to prevent it from slipping due to sweat when the user holds it, thus preventing accidents and injuries to the user. The outer side of the bracket body 1 is fixed with a ring 191 by bolts, and the retractable cane 192 is inserted into the ring 191 from above for storage.

[0029] Preferably, the circular ring 191 can be provided in two parts, one at the top and one at the bottom, to better store the retractable cane 192 and prevent it from shaking. At the same time, the bottom of the retractable cane 192 is a certain distance from the ground so as not to affect normal use.

[0030] When the user no longer needs or is unable to continue using the walking aid, they can simply remove the retractable cane 192, adjust its height according to their own needs, and continue moving with the assistance of the retractable cane 192.

[0031] The two ends of the positioning rod 12 are fixedly connected to the upper end rod of the bracket body 1 and the reinforcing rod 11 respectively by welding. The inner side of the positioning rod 12 is welded or connected to the fixing block 13 by bolts. The upper surface of the fixing block 13 is recessed to form a groove 14.

[0032] like Figure 2-4 As shown, the support part 2 is an integral piece, which is detachably connected between the positioning rods of the two bracket bodies 1. One end of the support part 2 is rotatably connected to the bottom of the backrest 23, and the other end of the support part 2 is fixedly connected to the strap 21. The fixing buckles 22 of the strap 21 are set on both sides of the top of the backrest 23.

[0033] The strap 21 and the buckle 22 are preferably automotive seat belts and automotive seat belt buckles. The buckle 22 can be directly connected by inserting through the insert at the end of the strap 21, which is convenient and quick to install and remove, and facilitates quick switching between different functions.

[0034] like Figure 3-4 As shown, the support part 2 has a first position and a second position. The outer side of the fixing buckle 22 protrudes to form a locking block 26 that matches the locking groove 14. The locking block 26 is inserted into the locking groove 14 from top to bottom, which can complete the quick assembly and disassembly of the support part 2. The fixing buckle 22 is vertically downward, so after the strap 21 is fixed, the support part 2 can maintain a horizontal state whether it is in the first position or the second position.

[0035] In the first position, the support part 2 is horizontal and located inside the two support bodies 1. At this time, the upward side of the support part 2 is fixedly connected to the seat cushion 24 to improve the user's comfort when resting. Also, since the backrest 23 is vertical, it can also support the user's waist well.

[0036] Meanwhile, the upper part of the support body 1 is tilted, with the front side higher than the rear side, which can serve as a handrail for users to rest, improving their comfort.

[0037] In the second position, the support part 2 is horizontal and located outside the two bracket bodies 1. At this time, the support part 2 faces upward and the fixed storage frame 25 is welded, which makes it convenient for the user to place the relevant items they carry. The user does not need to lift them with both hands, which is more labor-saving and easy, and is especially convenient and practical for the elderly.

[0038] The support part 2 rotates around the rotating end and from below it inward and outward. The center line of the rotating end and the center line of the fixing buckle 22 are on the same plane. Therefore, no matter whether the support part 2 is in the first position or the second position, after being connected to the fixing buckle 22 by the strap 21, the support part is always in a horizontal state. The length of the strap 21 does not need to be adjusted again, and the overall operation is simple and convenient.

[0039] The vertical distance between the rotating end of the support part 2 and the folding rod 15 below is greater than the width of the support part 2. Therefore, the support part 2 is not affected by the folding rod 15 when it rotates, and the rotation is smooth.

[0040] The following is a method of using a multifunctional elderly walking aid in this embodiment:

[0041] First, unfold the bracket body 1 using the folding rod 15. Then, take out the support part 2, align the locking block 26 with the locking slot 14, and insert it from top to bottom to connect the support part 2 to the bracket body 1. Next, rotate to loosen the locking buckle of the retractable handrail 17. Adjust the retractable handrail 17 according to the user's height. Finally, rotate the locking buckle to fix and lock the retractable handrail 17. The device is now installed and ready for use.

[0042] When the user is using the device normally to assist in movement, the support part 2 is rotated to the outside of the support body 1 and connected to the fixing buckle 22 via the strap 21 to fix the support part 2. At this time, the storage frame 25 faces upward, and the user can place their belongings in the storage frame 25 to assist in movement. When the user needs to pause and rest, the user takes out the items in the storage frame 25, unconnects the strap 21 to the fixing buckle 22, rotates the support part 2 to the inside of the support body 1, and connects the strap 21 to the fixing buckle 22 again to fix the support part 2. At this time, the seat cushion 24 faces upward, and the user can sit and rest. The vertical backrest 23 also supports the user's waist. At the same time, the upper rod of the support body 1 can be used as an armrest.

[0043] When the size of a space is limited and the walking aid cannot continue to assist movement, the retractable cane 192 on the ring 191 can be removed. The height of the retractable cane 192 can also be adjusted. When retracted, it is hung on the outside of the walking aid without affecting the normal operation of the walking aid. After removing the retractable cane 192 and adjusting its height, the retractable cane 192 can be used to assist the user to continue movement. Example 2

[0044] like Figure 5 As shown, this embodiment adds a support wheel 16 to the embodiment 1. The bottom of the front end of the bracket body 1 is connected to the clamping member of the support wheel 16 by welding, and the support wheel 16 is rotatably connected in the middle of its clamping member.

[0045] The braking part 31 of the support wheel 16 is fixed to the clamping member by bolts, etc. The braking part 31 is connected to the brake activation component 3 by a brake cable. The brake activation component 3 is fixed to the retractable handle 17 by bolts. Activating the brake activation component 3 can brake the support wheel 16, so the support wheel 16 can no longer rotate, reducing the probability of safety accidents. Both the brake activation component 3 and the braking part 31 are existing mature technologies and are widely used in bicycles or electric vehicles.

[0046] After activating the braking activation component 3, the speed can be reduced or the support wheel 16 can be stopped directly. If it is necessary to keep it in a braking state at all times, then a certain external force needs to be applied. It can be locked and fixed by locking rope to prevent automatic reset. When it is necessary to release the brake, simply release the locking rope.

[0047] The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept of this utility model and should not be used to limit the protection scope of this utility model. Any modifications made to the technical solution based on the technical concept proposed by this utility model shall fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A multifunctional walking aid for the elderly, characterized in that: It includes two support bodies (1) and a support part (2). The two support bodies (1) are connected by a folding rod (15). The folding rod (15) is located on the front side of the support body (1). The support body (1) is provided with a reinforcing rod (11) near the lower end. The support body (1) is provided with a circular ring (191) on the outside. A retractable cane (192) is inserted into the circular ring (191). The support body (1) is provided with a vertical positioning rod (12). The two ends of the positioning rod (12) are respectively connected to the upper end of the support body (1) and the reinforcing rod (11). One end of the support part (2) is rotatably connected to the bottom of the backrest (23), the backrest (23) is detachably connected between two positioning rods (12), the other end of the support part (2) is connected to the strap (21), the fixing buckle (22) of the strap (21) is set on both sides of the top of the backrest (23), and the two surfaces of the support part (2) are respectively provided with a cushion (24) and a storage frame (25). The support part (2) has a first position and a second position. In the first position, the support (2) is horizontal and located inside the two support bodies (1), with the seat cushion (24) facing upward; In the second position, the support (2) is horizontal and located outside the two support bodies (1), with the storage frame (25) facing upward.

2. The multifunctional elderly walking aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper end of the support body (1) is inclined, with the front side higher than the rear side. A retractable handrail (17) is provided on the front end of the support body (1), and an anti-slip layer (18) is provided at the tail end of the retractable handrail (17).

3. A multifunctional elderly walking aid according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inner side of the positioning rod (12) is provided with a fixing block (13), and the upper surface of the fixing block (13) is provided with a slot (14).

4. A multifunctional elderly walking aid according to claim 2, characterized in that: The support wheel (16) is provided at the bottom of the front end rod of the bracket body (1).

5. A multifunctional elderly walking aid according to claim 4, characterized in that: The braking part (31) of the support wheel (16) is located at the lower end of the front rod of the support body (1). The braking part (31) is connected to the braking start component (3). The braking start component (3) is located below the retractable handrail (17).

6. A multifunctional elderly walking aid according to claim 3, characterized in that: The outer side of the fixing buckle (22) is provided with a locking block (26) that matches the locking slot (14), and the fixing buckle (22) is set vertically downward.

7. A multifunctional elderly walking aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support (2) rotates inward and outward around the rotating end and from below the backrest (23). The vertical distance between the rotating end of the support (2) and the folding rod (15) below is greater than the width of the support (2).

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