Walking aid convenient to store

By designing an easy-to-store walking aid structure, the problems of inconvenient storage and unstable and uncomfortable seats in traditional walking aids have been solved, achieving convenient storage and multifunctional rehabilitation training effects.

CN224155985UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-24ZHEJIANG EASY VEHICLE
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHEJIANG EASY VEHICLE
Filing Date
2025-05-14
Publication Date
2026-04-24

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Technical Problem

Traditional walking aids are inconvenient to store, lack versatility, and have unstable and uncomfortable seats.

Method used

A walking aid was designed, comprising a main frame, a rotating plate, and elastic straps. A tablecloth is locked in place by locking devices, and a detachable backrest and storage frame are provided. The elastic straps, connected by coil springs, are used for storage and rehabilitation training.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient storage of the walking aid, improves the stability and comfort of the seat, and strengthens leg muscles through the operation of elastic bands, making it multifunctional.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a walking aid convenient to store, which comprises a main frame, the main frame comprises a left frame and a right frame, the left frame and the right frame are respectively hinged to two sides of a same fork-shaped support, two support columns are formed at the top of the fork-shaped support, tablecloth is arranged on the support columns, an insertion hole is formed in the tablecloth, and the insertion hole is communicated with the insertion hole. The left frame and the right frame can abut against each other to be stored, and the supporting columns are erected on the main frame. The number of the rotating plates is two, the two rotating plates are rotationally arranged on the two supporting columns respectively and located under the tablecloth, a first locking piece and a second locking piece are rotationally arranged on the two rotating plates respectively, and the first locking piece and the second locking piece are used for penetrating through the inserting holes to be matched so as to lock the rotating plates and the tablecloth together; inserting grooves are formed in the lower portions of the left frame and the right frame.
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Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of walking aid technology, and in particular to a walking aid that is easy to store. Background Technology

[0002] With the accelerating aging of society and the growing demand for rehabilitation medicine, walking aids, as important devices for assisting walking and rehabilitation training, are receiving increasing attention for their functionality, portability, and safety.

[0003] Traditional walking aids have the following shortcomings:

[0004] 1. Generally, walking aids have a fixed structure, which makes them inconvenient to store after daily use and difficult to transport in small spaces such as car trunks.

[0005] 2. Existing walking aids lack tools to assist users in leg exercises and rehabilitation, and lack versatility.

[0006] 3. The tablecloth on the existing retractable walker can serve as both a place to put items and a seat for the user. However, because it is a flexible tablecloth, it will sag slightly towards the middle and bottom after the user sits down, resulting in a poor seating experience and even causing the user to fall.

[0007] The above content is only used to help understand the technical solution of this application and does not represent an admission that the above content is the closest prior art to this application. Summary of the Invention

[0008] Based on this, this application provides a conveniently stored walking aid to solve one of the aforementioned technical problems.

[0009] The technical solution adopted by this application to solve its technical problem is: a conveniently stored walking aid, comprising: a main frame, including a left frame and a right frame, the left frame and the right frame being hinged to both sides of the same fork-shaped bracket, the top of the fork-shaped bracket having two support columns, a tablecloth being provided on the support columns, the tablecloth having through holes, the left frame and the right frame being able to lean against each other for storage, the support columns being supported on the main frame; two rotating plates, each rotating on one of the two support columns and located directly below the tablecloth, each of the two rotating plates having a first lock rotating on it. The system includes a first locking component and a second locking component, which are used to engage after passing through the insertion hole to lock the rotating plate and the tablecloth together. The lower parts of the left and right frames have insertion slots, and the bottom of one of the right and right frames has a receiving slot. A coil spring is installed in the receiving slot, and the coil spring is connected to an elastic band. An insertion component is fixed to the end of the elastic band. The insertion component has an insertion block that mates with the insertion slot and an operating sleeve for easy operation. The elastic band and the insertion component are used for users to step on or operate the system for rehabilitation training.

[0010] In some embodiments, the main frame is also provided with a removable backrest, which is located above the tablecloth.

[0011] In some embodiments, a storage frame is detachably provided on the support column. The storage frame includes a support frame and a cloth bag fixed to the support frame. A hinge axis is formed in the middle of the support frame, and the support frame can be bent upwards for folding.

[0012] In some embodiments, the end of the support column is threaded, and two mounting rings are fixed to the top of the support frame. The mounting rings are sleeved on the support column, and the end of the mounting ring has a rotating knob. The inner wall of the rotating knob is threaded, and the knob can be fixed to the support column by the thread.

[0013] In some embodiments, a mounting base extends from the rotating plate, and a first locking member and a second locking member are rotatably mounted on the mounting base. Locking grooves and locking blocks are alternately formed on the ends of the first locking member and the second locking member. Locking holes of the same diameter are horizontally opened on the locking blocks and the locking grooves. When the locking block is placed in the locking groove, the locking holes on the locking block and the locking grooves are interconnected.

[0014] In some embodiments, a spring is provided in the locking hole on the locking block in the middle of the first locking member, and locking pins are fixed at both ends of the spring. An operating wrench is formed on the locking pin, and the operating wrench slides on the locking block.

[0015] In some embodiments, the fork-shaped bracket is rotatably equipped with an angle limiting member, the angle limiting member including a rotating member and an abutting member, one end of the rotating member rotating on the fork-shaped bracket and the other end rotating on the main frame, the abutting member rotating on the rotating member and coaxially fitted with a torsion spring.

[0016] In some embodiments, both the rotating member and the fork-shaped bracket are provided with limiting posts, and the abutting member rotates between the two limiting posts.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows:

[0018] 1. After removing the backrest and unlocking the lock between the tablecloth and the rotating plate, you can fold the left and right frames inward and bend the rotating plate upward to complete the folding and storage. This is convenient for storage and transportation, and there is no need to remove the items.

[0019] 2. The left and right frames are equipped with elastic bands connected by coil springs. The elastic bands can be pulled out by operating the connectors. After releasing the connectors, the elastic bands will automatically retract under the action of the coil springs. In use, the connectors are inserted into or removed from the connector slots by inserting the foot into the operating sleeve. Firstly, by operating the connectors to repeatedly insert and remove them into the two connector slots, leg strength and flexibility can be improved. Secondly, after insertion, the elastic bands can be stepped on to strengthen leg muscles and aid in rehabilitation, thus achieving multi-functionality.

[0020] 3. A rotating plate is installed under the tablecloth. The first and second locking pieces on the rotating plate can pass through the tablecloth to lock the tablecloth and the rotating plate, which not only ensures the stability of the chair but also improves the comfort of the chair. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of this application.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram from another angle of this application.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the storage basket in this application.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the elastic band and its components in this application.

[0026] Figure 5This is an exploded diagram of the tablecloth and rotating plate of this application.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the first locking element in this application.

[0028] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the first locking element in this application.

[0029] Explanation of the reference numerals: 1. Left frame, 2. Right frame, 3. Fork-shaped bracket, 4. Support column, 5. Tablecloth, 6. Through hole, 7. Rotating plate, 8. First locking element, 9. Second locking element, 10. Insertion slot, 11. Limiting block, 12. Coil spring, 13. Elastic band, 14. Insertion element, 15. Backrest, 16. Storage frame, 1601. Support frame, 1602. Cloth bag, 17. Mounting ring, 18. Knob, 19. Mounting base, 20. Elastic pad, 21. Operating sleeve, 22. Locking slot, 23. Locking block, 24. Locking hole, 25. Spring, 26. Locking pin, 27. Operating wrench, 28. Angle limiting element, 2801. Rotating element, 2802. Abutting element, 29. Torsion spring, 30. Limiting column. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application 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 application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application. In addition, the technical solutions of various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those of ordinary skill in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection of this application.

[0031] In the embodiments of this application, please refer to Figure 1-7As shown, this conveniently stored walking aid mainly includes: a main frame, comprising a left frame 1 and a right frame 2, which are respectively hinged to both sides of the same fork-shaped bracket 3. Two support columns 4 are formed at the top of the fork-shaped bracket 3, and a tablecloth 5 is placed on each support column 4. The tablecloth 5 has through holes 6, allowing the left frame 1 and right frame 2 to be stored together. The support columns 4 are mounted on the main frame. Two rotating plates 7 are respectively rotated on the two support columns 4 and located directly below the tablecloth 5. A first locking element 8 and a second locking element 9 are respectively mounted on the two rotating plates 7. A locking member 8 and a second locking member 9 are used to engage after passing through the insertion hole 6 to lock the rotating plate 7 and the tablecloth 5 together; the lower part of the left frame 1 and the right frame 2 are provided with insertion slots 10, and the bottom of the right frame 2 and one of the frames is provided with a receiving slot. A coil spring 12 is provided in the receiving slot. The coil spring 12 is connected to an elastic band 13. An insertion member 14 is fixed to the end of the elastic band 13. An insertion block that engages with the insertion slot 10 and an operating sleeve 21 for convenient operation are formed on the insertion member 14. The elastic band 13 and the insertion member 14 are used for users to step on or operate for rehabilitation training.

[0032] The following will continue to describe some preferred / improved embodiments based on the above embodiments. Any one of the following embodiments can be selected, or multiple embodiments can be combined.

[0033] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, limit blocks 11 are formed on the left frame 1 and the right frame 2, and the support column 4 can move within a limited range. When the walking aid is fully extended, the support column 4 rests on the limit blocks 11 and is supported by the limit blocks 11.

[0034] Furthermore, the main frame is also equipped with a detachable backrest 15. The backrest 15 is located above the tablecloth 5 and serves to support the main structure and improve the structural strength after unfolding. It can also provide support when the seat is on the tablecloth 5 and the rotating plate 7. The backrest 15 is attached to the main frame and fastened by fasteners. The backrest 15 can be installed or removed by turning the fasteners.

[0035] like Figure 3 As shown, a storage frame 16 is detachably provided on the support column 4. The storage frame 16 includes a support frame 1601 and a cloth bag 1602 fixed on the support frame 1601. A hinge axis is formed in the middle of the support frame 1601. The support frame 1601 can be bent upwards to fold. When there are no items or only a few small items in the support frame 1601, the support frame 1601 and the cloth bag 1602 can be folded together with the entire walker for storage.

[0036] Furthermore, the end of the support column 4 is threaded, and two mounting rings 17 are fixed to the top of the support frame 1601. The mounting rings 17 are sleeved on the support column 4. The end of the mounting ring 17 has a rotating knob 18. The inner wall of the knob is threaded, and the knob 18 can be fixed to the support column 4 through the thread. If it is necessary to remove the storage basket, loosen the knob to detach the storage basket 16 from the support column 4, thereby removing the storage basket 16.

[0037] like Figure 5 As shown, a mounting base 19 extends from the rotating plate 7, and the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9 are rotatably mounted on the mounting base 19. Locking grooves 22 and locking blocks 23 are alternately formed at the ends of both the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9. Locking holes 24 of the same diameter are horizontally opened on the locking blocks 23 and the locking grooves 22. When the locking block 23 is placed in the locking groove 22, the locking holes 24 on the locking block 23 and the locking groove 22 are interconnected. It should be noted that the two rotating plates 7 can only rotate within the range of 0-180 degrees. Specifically, the unfolded rotating plate 7 can only bend and rotate upwards. To ensure the comfort of the chair, when the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9 are locked onto the tablecloth 5, an elastic pad 20 is arranged in a ring around the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9. The elastic pad 20 smoothly transitions and wraps around the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9, so that even if you sit on the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9, you will not feel uncomfortable. The elastic pad 20 also improves the overall aesthetics. In addition, the position of the insertion hole 6 is preferably at the edge of the tablecloth 5 to ensure the support strength and the chair experience.

[0038] Furthermore, a spring 25 is provided in the locking hole 24 on the locking block 23 in the middle of the first locking member 8. Locking pins 26 are fixed at both ends of the spring 25. An operating wrench 27 is formed on the locking pin 26. The operating wrench 27 slides on the locking block 23. The locking pin 26 is used to pass through the locking hole 24 on the locking block 23 and the locking groove 22 to lock the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9 together. The operating wrench 27 is used to operate the movement of the locking pin 26 to achieve locking or unlocking.

[0039] When storing the walking aid, firstly, operate the locking pin 26 using the wrench 27 to unlock and separate the locking groove 22 and locking block 23 on the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9, and then remove the backrest 15. Next, bring the left frame 1 and the right frame 2 together and lift the rotating plate 7 upwards to complete the folding and storage of the fork-shaped bracket 3, the rotating plate 7, and the storage basket, thereby enabling the walking aid to be stored as a whole. Similarly, when unfolding the walking aid, the left frame 1 and the right frame 2 need to be separated outwards, and the first locking member 8 and the second locking member 9 need to be re-engaged and locked using the locking pin 26. Then, unfold the storage basket and install the backrest 15 to complete the unfolding process.

[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, the fork-shaped bracket 3 has a rotating angle limiting member 28. The angle limiting member 28 includes a rotating member 2801 and an abutting member 2802. One end of the rotating member 2801 rotates on the fork-shaped bracket 3, and the other end rotates on the main frame. The abutting member 2802 rotates on the rotating member 2801 and is coaxially fitted with a torsion spring 29.

[0041] Furthermore, both the rotating member 2801 and the fork-shaped bracket 3 are provided with limiting posts 30. The abutting member 2802 rotates between the two limiting posts 30. The angle limiting member 28 restricts the rotation range of the fork-shaped bracket 3 and also serves to connect the fork-shaped bracket 3 with the main bracket.

[0042] In addition, the left frame 1 and the right frame 2 are equipped with elastic bands 13 connected by coil springs 12. The coil springs 12 are fixedly installed in the receiving groove inside the main support. The receiving groove is connected to the outside. The elastic bands 13 can be pulled out by the plug-in 14. After the plug-in 14 is released, the elastic bands 13 can be automatically stored under the action of the coil springs 12. In use, the plug-in 14 can be inserted into or removed from the same plug-in slot 10 by inserting the foot into the operating sleeve 21. The plug-in 14 can also be inserted into or removed from the plug-in slots 10 on the left frame 1 and the right frame 2 respectively. Firstly, the leg strength and flexibility can be exercised by repeatedly inserting and removing the plug-in 14 into the two plug-in slots 10. Secondly, after insertion, the leg strength can be exercised by stepping on the elastic bands 13, which helps with rehabilitation and achieves multi-functionality.

[0043] The various embodiments of this application have now been described in detail. To avoid obscuring the concept of this application, some details known in the art have not been described. Those skilled in the art can fully understand how to implement the technical solutions disclosed herein based on the above description.

[0044] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of this application. The foregoing embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application and are not intended to limit it. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A conveniently storable walking aid, characterized in that include: The main frame includes a left frame and a right frame, which are respectively hinged to both sides of the same fork-shaped bracket. Two support columns are formed on the top of the fork-shaped bracket, and a tablecloth is placed on the support columns. The tablecloth has through holes. The left frame and the right frame can be placed against each other for storage. The support columns are supported on the main frame. There are two rotating plates, which rotate on the two support columns respectively and are located directly below the tablecloth. The two rotating plates are respectively equipped with a first locking member and a second locking member. The first locking member and the second locking member are used to cooperate after passing through the insertion hole to lock the rotating plate and the tablecloth together. The lower parts of the left and right frames are provided with insertion slots, and the bottom of the right frame and one of the frames is provided with a receiving slot. A coil spring is provided in the receiving slot. The coil spring is connected to an elastic band. An insertion piece is fixed to the end of the elastic band. An insertion block that mates with the insertion slot and an operating sleeve for easy operation are formed on the insertion piece. The elastic band and the insertion piece are used for users to step on or operate for rehabilitation training.

2. The compactly stowable walking aid of claim 1, wherein, The main frame is also equipped with a detachable backrest, which is located above the tablecloth.

3. The compactly stowable walking aid of claim 1, wherein, A storage frame is detachably provided on the support column. The storage frame includes a support frame and a cloth bag fixed on the support frame. A hinge axis is formed in the middle of the support frame, and the support frame can be bent upwards for folding.

4. The compactly stowable walking aid of claim 3, wherein, The end of the support column is threaded, and two mounting rings are fixed on the top of the support frame. The mounting rings are sleeved on the support column, and the end of the mounting ring has a rotating knob. The inner wall of the knob is threaded, and the knob can be fixed to the support column by the threads.

5. The compactly stowable walking aid of claim 1, wherein, A mounting base extends from the rotating plate, and a first locking member and a second locking member are rotatably mounted on the mounting base. Locking grooves and locking blocks are formed alternately on the ends of the first locking member and the second locking member. Locking holes of the same diameter are horizontally opened on the locking blocks and the locking grooves. When the locking block is placed in the locking groove, the locking holes on the locking block and the locking groove are interconnected.

6. A compact stowable walking aid according to claim 5, wherein, A spring is provided in the locking hole on the locking block in the middle of the first locking member. Locking pins are fixed at both ends of the spring. An operating wrench is formed on the locking pin. The operating wrench slides on the locking block.

7. The compactly stowable walking aid of claim 1, wherein, The fork-shaped bracket has a rotating angle limiting component, which includes a rotating component and an abutting component. One end of the rotating component rotates on the fork-shaped bracket, and the other end rotates on the main frame. The abutting component rotates on the rotating component and is coaxially fitted with a torsion spring.

8. The compactly stowable walking aid of claim 7, wherein, Both the rotating component and the fork-shaped bracket are provided with limit posts, and the abutting component rotates between the two limit posts.