Ankle pump exercise training device
By using a linear motor and electric push rod to drive the pedal, combined with a ball joint assembly, the ankle joint can achieve dorsiflexion, plantar flexion, and circumduction movements. This solves the problem of limited training effect of existing devices and provides a complete ankle pump exercise training solution.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- PEOPLES HOSPITAL OF DALI BAI AUTONOMOUS PREFECTURE
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-17
AI Technical Summary
Existing ankle pump exercise training devices cannot fully realize the dorsiflexion, plantarflexion and circumduction of the ankle joint, resulting in limited training effects and low applicability.
The system uses a linear motor and an electric push rod to drive the pedal for ankle dorsiflexion, plantar flexion, and circumduction movements. Combined with a ball joint assembly and an electric push rod, it enables multi-directional movement of the pedal. Training parameters can be adjusted via a control panel.
It enables training of the complete movement process of the patient's ankle joint, improves training effectiveness and applicability, and provides flexible training modes.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ankle pump exercise technology, and in particular to an ankle pump exercise training device. Background Technology
[0002] For patients who are bedridden for a long time, have lower limb paralysis, or have undergone fracture surgery, lack of exercise leads to insufficient blood flow to the lower limbs, resulting in muscle atrophy and seriously affecting their health. Clinically, medical staff will ask patients to perform active ankle flexion and extension exercises. However, due to poor patient compliance, the training is not in place and cannot achieve the desired training effect. Therefore, a training device that can motivate patients to perform ankle joint exercises is needed.
[0003] According to the utility model patent of ankle pump exercise trainer CN219001035U, it includes a horizontally placed base unit and a foot pedal unit for placing the feet. The base unit is provided with two sliding components, and the foot pedal unit is provided on the two sliding components. One of the sliding components is connected to a drive unit that drives the foot pedal unit to move. The advantage is that it helps patients to train passively. During training, the patient's feet are always in contact with the pedal. The movement of the sliding components adapts well to the space required for the heel to move back and forth.
[0004] Although the above-mentioned technical solution can complete the training of ankle pump movement for patients, it can only perform simple dorsiflexion and plantarflexion of the ankle joint and cannot complete the ankle pump movement, such as "circular movement". Therefore, the training effect of this technical solution on the ankle joint is limited and its applicability is not high. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an ankle pump exercise training device that can realize the complete movement process of dorsiflexion, plantar flexion and circumduction of the ankle pump movement for patients, thereby improving the training effect and increasing its applicability.
[0006] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:
[0007] An ankle pump exercise training device includes a base plate, linear motors mounted on the left and right sides of the upper rear of the base plate, each linear motor including a magnetic track and a mover sliding along the length of the magnetic track. Ball joint assemblies are provided on the left and right sides of the upper surface of the base plate in front of the corresponding linear motors. Each ball joint assembly has a pedal at its upper end. Multiple slots are formed on one side of the front end of the outer wall of each pedal. A first strap corresponding to and cooperating with the first slot is provided on the other side of the front end of the outer wall of each pedal. An electric push rod is rotatably connected between the upper end of each mover and the rear end of the corresponding pedal. Pads are provided on the left and right sides of the front end of the base plate at the same height as the corresponding ball joint assemblies. A groove is formed downwards on the upper front edge of each pad. A fixing groove is formed downwards on the bottom of the inner wall of each groove. Each fixing groove is detachably connected to a leg support assembly that engages with it. A control panel is located in the middle of the front end of the upper surface of the base plate. The linear motors and the electric push rods are electrically connected to the control panel.
[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, when using the device, first place it in the corresponding position and fix it with the base plate. Then, power on the device. Next, the patient places their foot on the pedal and passes the first strap through the corresponding first slot to fix the patient's foot on the pedal. At this time, the patient's heel is located at the top of the pad. Then, ankle pump exercise training can begin. When performing ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion, operate the control panel to activate the electric push rod. The reciprocating motion of the electric push rod, extending or shortening, drives the pedal on the ball joint assembly to rotate back and forth, thereby completing the ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion training. To perform circumferential exercise, the linear motor is activated, and its mover slides back and forth on the magnetic track. As the mover slides, it causes the pedal to swing left and right on the ball joint via an electric actuator. Simultaneously, as the mover slides on the magnetic track, the electric actuator extends and retracts by a certain length. This allows the pedal to rotate back and forth as it swings towards the linear motor, thus driving the patient's foot to perform circumferential movements. This provides circumferential exercise for the patient's ankle joint. During the exercise, the movement distance of the linear motor and the extension and retraction length of the electric actuator can be controlled according to the patient's recovery progress.
[0009] A further feature of this invention is that a plurality of suction cups arranged in an array are installed on the bottom of the base plate.
[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the stability of the base plate can be improved.
[0011] A further feature of this invention is that the ball head assembly includes a fixed seat with an upper opening and a ball head rod rotatably connected to the fixed seat and extending out of its upper opening.
[0012] A further feature of this invention is that the leg support assembly includes a U-shaped fixing buckle, an L-shaped support plate disposed at the rear end of the fixing buckle, a second slot opened on one side of the upper end of the support plate, and a plurality of second straps disposed on the other side of the upper end of the support plate and corresponding one-to-one with the second slot.
[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the patient's lower leg can be supported when performing ankle pump exercises, avoiding discomfort caused by being suspended in the air. At the same time, it can also prevent the patient's leg from bending during the exercise, which would affect the training effect.
[0014] A further feature of this invention is that the outer wall of the free end of each first strap and each second strap is provided with hook and loop fasteners, and the outer wall of each first strap and each second strap is provided with velvet hook and loop fasteners that cooperate with the hook and loop fasteners.
[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the patient's feet and legs can be quickly fixed and untied.
[0016] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0017] Firstly, this utility model can realize the complete movement process of dorsiflexion, plantar flexion and circumduction of ankle pump exercise for patients, which can improve the training effect and increase its applicability.
[0018] Secondly, when performing ankle pump exercises, this invention can not only train dorsiflexion and plantarflexion separately, but also be used in conjunction with circumduction exercises to improve its flexibility of use.
[0019] Thirdly, the leg support component of this utility model can provide support for the lower leg when the patient is performing ankle pump exercises, avoiding discomfort caused by the leg being suspended in the air. At the same time, it can also prevent the patient's leg from bending during the exercise process, which would affect the training effect. Attached Figure Description
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 2 It is mainly used to show the positional connection relationship of each component;
[0022] Figure 3 It is mainly used to display the fixing groove and leg support components.
[0023] In the diagram: 1. Base plate; 11. Suction cup; 12. Linear motor; 13. Magnetic track; 14. Mover; 15. Ball joint assembly; 16. Fixing base; 17. Ball joint rod; 18. Pedal; 19. First slot; 2. First strap; 21. Electric push rod; 22. Pad; 23. Groove; 24. Fixing slot; 25. Leg support assembly; 26. Fixing buckle; 27. Support plate; 28. Second slot; 29. Second strap; 3. Hook and loop fastener; 31. Velcro fastener; 32. Control panel. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "rear", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0026] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal" and "vertical" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.
[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection, a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; or they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0028] Example, refer to Figure 1-3An ankle pump exercise training device includes a base plate 1, linear motors 12 respectively installed on the left and right sides of the upper rear of the base plate 1, and a plurality of suction cups 11 arranged in an array on the bottom of the base plate 1. The linear motors 12 include magnetic rails 13 and movers 14 that slide along the length of the magnetic rails 13. A ball head assembly 15 is provided on the left and right sides of the upper end of the base plate 1 in front of the corresponding linear motors 12. The ball head assembly 15 includes a fixed seat 16 with an upper opening and a ball head rod 17 rotatably connected to the fixed seat 16 and extending out of its upper opening. Each ball head assembly 15 is provided with a pedal 18 at its upper end. A first groove 19 is provided on one side of the front end of the outer wall of each pedal 18, and a first strap 2 corresponding to and cooperating with the first groove 19 is provided on the other side of the front end of the outer wall of each pedal 18.
[0029] Each actuator 14 has an electric push rod 21 rotatably connected to its upper end and the rear end of the corresponding pedal 18. A pad 22, located at the same axial position and height as the corresponding ball joint assembly 15, is provided on both the left and right sides of the front end of the base plate 1. Each pad 22 has a downward-facing groove 23 at its upper front edge, and a fixing groove 24 is formed at the bottom of the inner wall of each groove 23. Each fixing groove 24 is detachably connected to a leg support assembly 25 that engages with it. The leg support assembly 25 includes a U-shaped fixing buckle 26, an L-shaped support plate 27 located at the rear end of the fixing buckle 26, and several openings in the support plate. The second slot 28 on one side of the upper end of the 27 and several second straps 29 are provided on the other side of the upper end of the support plate 27 and correspond one-to-one with the second slot 28. When the leg support assembly 25 is engaged with the fixing slot 24, the upper end of the support plate 27 and the upper end of the pad block 22 are on the same plane. Each first strap 2 and each second strap 29 has a hook-and-loop fastener 3 on the outer wall of its free end. Each first strap 2 and each second strap 29 has a velvet hook-and-loop fastener 31 on the outer wall of its outer wall that cooperates with the hook-and-loop fastener 3. A control panel 32 is provided at the middle position of the front end of the upper end of the base plate 1. The linear motor 12 and the electric push rod 21 are electrically connected to the control panel 32.
[0030] Instructions for use: First, place the device in the appropriate position and fix the base plate 1 using the suction cup 11. Then, power on the device and place the leg support assembly 25 into the groove 23 on the pad 22, ensuring that the fixing buckle 26 engages with the fixing groove 24. After fixing, the lower end of the front end of the support plate 27 contacts the ground to form support. Next, the patient places their foot on the footrest 18 and their lower leg on the support plate 27. Then, the first strap 2 passes through the corresponding first groove 19 and secures the patient's foot using the corresponding Velcro 31 and hook Velcro 3. The foot is fixed on the pedal 18. Then, the second strap 29 is passed through the corresponding second slot 28. At the same time, the patient's lower leg is fixed on the support plate 27 by the corresponding Velcro 31 and hook Velcro 3. Then, ankle pump exercise training can begin. When performing ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion, the control panel 32 is operated to make the electric push rod 21 work. By making the electric push rod 21 extend or shorten, the pedal 18 on the ball head assembly 15 is rotated back and forth. The ball head rod 17 rotates in the fixed seat 16, thereby completing the training of ankle dorsiflexion and plantarflexion.
[0031] To perform circumferential exercise, the linear motor 12 is activated, and its mover 14 slides back and forth on the magnetic track 13. As the mover 14 slides, it causes the pedal 18 to swing left and right on the ball joint assembly 15 via the electric push rod 21. Simultaneously, as the mover 14 slides on the magnetic track 13, the electric push rod 21 extends and retracts by a certain length, so that when the pedal 18 swings toward one side of the linear motor 12, the pedal 18 can also rotate back and forth, thereby driving the patient's foot to perform circumferential exercise, thus achieving circumferential exercise of the patient's ankle joint. During the exercise, the movement distance of the linear motor 12 and the extension and retraction length of the electric push rod 21 can be controlled according to the patient's recovery to adjust the intensity of the exercise.
[0032] This specific embodiment is merely an explanation of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment that make creative contributions as needed, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present utility model, they are protected by patent law.
Claims
1. An ankle pump exercise training device, comprising a base plate (1), linear motors (12) installed on the left and right sides of the rear of the upper end of the base plate (1) respectively, characterized in that: The linear motor (12) includes a magnetic track (13) and a mover (14) that slides along the length of the magnetic track (13). Ball joint assemblies (15) are provided on the left and right sides of the upper end of the base plate (1) in front of the corresponding linear motor (12). Each ball joint assembly (15) has a pedal (18) at its upper end. A first slot (19) is opened on one side of the front end of the outer wall of each pedal (18). A first strap (2) is provided on the other side of the front end of the outer wall of each pedal (18) and corresponds to and cooperates with the first slot (19). A fitting is installed between the upper end of each mover (14) and the rear end of the corresponding pedal (18). The electric push rod (21) is rotatably connected to it. The left and right sides of the front end of the base plate (1) are provided with pads (22) at the same height as the corresponding ball head assembly (15) on the same axis. The upper front edge of each pad (22) is provided with a groove (23) downward. The bottom of the inner wall of each groove (23) is provided with a fixing groove (24) downward. Each fixing groove (24) can be detachably connected to a leg support assembly (25) that engages with it. The control panel (32) is provided at the middle position of the upper front end of the base plate (1). The linear motor (12) and the electric push rod (21) are electrically connected to the control panel (32).
2. The ankle pump exercise device of claim 1, wherein: The bottom of the base plate (1) is equipped with a number of suction cups (11) arranged in an array.
3. The ankle pump exercise device of claim 1, wherein: The ball head assembly (15) includes a fixed seat (16) with an upper opening and a ball head rod (17) rotatably connected to the fixed seat (16) and extending out of its upper opening.
4. The ankle pump exercise device of claim 1, wherein: The leg support assembly (25) includes a U-shaped fixing buckle (26), an L-shaped support plate (27) located at the rear end of the fixing buckle (26), a second slot (28) opened on one side of the upper end of the support plate (27), and a plurality of second straps (29) located on the other side of the upper end of the support plate (27) and corresponding one-to-one with the second slots (28).
5. The ankle pump exercise device of claim 4, wherein: Each first strap (2) and each second strap (29) has a hook-and-loop fastener (3) on the outer wall of its free end, and each first strap (2) and each second strap (29) has a plush hook-and-loop fastener (31) that mates with the hook-and-loop fastener (3).
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Ankle pump exercise trainer
CN219001035U