Ankle joint fixing brace
By designing an ankle joint fixation brace with an outer plastic support frame, inner lining, plastic plate, and airbag, the problems of unstable fixation and low comfort of existing braces have been solved, achieving comfortable support and protection that adapts to different foot shapes.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HENGSHUIXUKANG MEDICAL APPLIANCES CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-16
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-28
AI Technical Summary
Existing ankle braces have narrow straps, resulting in insecure fixation, low comfort, and difficulty in adapting to different foot sizes, thus affecting their support and protection effectiveness.
An ankle joint fixation brace was designed, comprising an outer plastic support frame, an inner lining, a plastic plate, buckles, all-nylon Velcro straps, an inflation device, an air supply tube, and an air bladder. It provides pressure support through Velcro straps and an air bladder to accommodate different foot sizes, and adjusts the air volume of the left and right ankles through the air bladder. It also provides comfort with a wear-resistant and non-slip sole and an EVA insole.
It achieves a more ergonomic fit, improves support and protection, solves the problem of uneven foot clearance, and enhances comfort and durability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ankle joint fixation brace technology, specifically to an ankle joint fixation brace. Background Technology
[0002] The ankle joint is an important weight-bearing joint in the lower limbs. In daily life, ankle fractures, sprains, metatarsal fractures, and ligament strains caused by walking or exercise can lead to swelling and pain in the instep, requiring visits to various departments. Doctors will, depending on the specific situation, instruct patients to apply ice for 72 hours and wear an ankle brace for fixation.
[0003] Currently, existing ankle braces have limited stability and comfort due to their narrow straps. Furthermore, they are not suitable for feet of different sizes, making them difficult to use. Additionally, the different amounts of space between the left and right ankles after wearing the braces affect their support and protection.
[0004] Based on this, the present invention designs an ankle joint fixation brace to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing an ankle joint fixation brace.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an ankle joint fixation brace, comprising an outer plastic support frame, a front guard, an inner lining, a plastic plate, buckles, all-nylon Velcro straps, an inflation device, an air supply pipe, an air bladder, a sole, and an insole. The front guard is located at the front end of the outer plastic support frame. An inner lining is located inside the outer plastic support frame, and a plastic plate is located on the front of the inner lining. Two buckles are fixedly installed on the left side of the foot frame of the outer plastic support frame, and two all-nylon Velcro straps are fixedly installed on the right side of the foot frame. Inflation devices are fixedly installed on both sides of the leg frame of the outer plastic support frame. Air bladders are symmetrically arranged on both sides inside the outer plastic support frame. The two air bladders are connected to the inflation device via two air supply pipes. A sole is fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer plastic support frame, and an insole is glued to the upper end of the sole.
[0007] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, two sets of strap holes are symmetrically opened on the left and right sides of the outer plastic support frame leg body, and two sets of limiting rings are provided on the back of the outer plastic support frame leg body.
[0008] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the inner lining is made of skin-friendly foam and composite fabric, and the leg pads of the inner lining are composed of two Velcro pads that are glued together.
[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the plastic plate includes a foot panel and a leg panel, which are fixedly connected by screws.
[0010] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, both inflation devices are equipped with a deflation valve.
[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the bottom of the shoe sole is provided with anti-slip texture, and the upper end of the shoe sole is provided with dense columnar holes.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0013] 1. This utility model features an external plastic support frame designed based on the curvature of the human calf and ankle, making the support fit the human body shape more closely. The inner lining uses Velcro to accommodate different leg circumferences. Plastic plates are provided on the front of the calf and instep for front pressure support and fixation. A front guard is provided in front of the toes for a more compact fit. At the same time, all-nylon Velcro straps are used to pressurize and fix the plastic plates for easy wearing. The airbags on both sides inside the external plastic support frame can provide pressure support for the ankle, solving the problem of different amounts of space on the left and right ankles. The sole is made of IP injection molding material, which has better wear resistance and anti-slip effect. The inner side of the sole has dense columnar perforations, which, when glued, create a better sealed space for shock absorption. The insole is made of EVA material, providing a better feel. Attached Figure Description
[0014] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:
[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall front view of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall left-side structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall right-side structure of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall unfolded structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the outer plastic support frame structure of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 6 This is a partially enlarged structural diagram of the outer plastic support frame of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the sole structure of the present invention.
[0022] In the diagram: 1. Outer plastic support frame; 101. Strap hole; 102. Limiting ring; 2. Front guard; 3. Inner lining; 301. Velcro lining; 4. Plastic plate; 401. Foot panel; 402. Leg panel; 5. Buckle; 6. All-nylon Velcro strap; 7. Inflation device; 701. Deflator valve; 8. Air supply pipe; 9. Airbag; 10. Sole; 1001. Columnar hole; 11. Insole. Detailed Implementation
[0023] The following will refer to the appendix in the embodiments of this utility model. Figure 1-7 The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model are clearly and completely described herein. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0024] Example
[0025] Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 This utility model provides the following technical solution: an ankle joint fixation brace, including an outer plastic support frame 1, a front guard 2, an inner lining pad 3, a plastic plate 4, buckles 5, all-nylon Velcro straps 6, an inflation device 7, an air supply pipe 8, an air bladder 9, a shoe sole 10, and an insole 11. The front guard 2 is provided at the front end of the outer plastic support frame 1. The inner lining pad 3 is provided inside the outer plastic support frame 1. The plastic plate 4 is provided on the front side of the inner lining pad 3. Two buckles 5 are fixedly installed on the left side of the foot frame of the outer plastic support frame 1. Two all-nylon Velcro straps 6 are fixedly installed on the right side of the foot frame of the outer plastic support frame 1. Inflation devices 7 are fixedly installed on both sides of the leg frame of the outer plastic support frame 1. Air bladders 9 are symmetrically provided on both sides inside the outer plastic support frame 1. The two air bladders 9 are respectively connected to the inflation device 7 through two air supply pipes 8. The shoe sole 10 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer plastic support frame 1. The insole 11 is glued to the upper end of the shoe sole 10.
[0026] The outer plastic support frame 1 has two sets of strap holes 101 symmetrically opened on the left and right sides of the leg frame, and two sets of limiting rings 102 are provided on the back of the leg frame.
[0027] The inner lining pad 3 is made of skin-friendly foam and composite fabric. The leg pads of the inner lining pad 3 are composed of two Velcro pads 301 that are glued together.
[0028] The plastic plate 4 includes a foot panel 401 and a leg panel 402, which are fixedly connected by screws.
[0029] The aforementioned outer plastic support frame 1 is designed according to the curvature of the human lower leg and ankle, making the support fit the human body shape better. The inner lining uses Velcro to adjust the size and fix it in any way to accommodate different leg circumferences. Plastic plates are provided at the front of the lower leg and the instep as front pressure support and fixation, so that the ankle joint fixation support has a good support and fixation effect. At the same time, all-nylon Velcro straps are used to press and fix the plastic plates, making it easy to wear.
[0030] Please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 Both inflation devices 7 are equipped with a pressure relief valve 701.
[0031] The airbag pressurization support structure composed of the above-mentioned inflation device 7, air supply pipe 8 and airbag 9 adopts an independent dual-sided pressurization design. Pressurization and deflation are carried out on the same inflation device 7. Press-type inflation is adopted and deflation is carried out by the deflation valve 701, which can solve the problem of different air volume on the left and right ankles after wearing.
[0032] Please refer to Figure 7 The bottom of the sole 10 is provided with anti-slip texture, and the upper end of the sole 10 is provided with dense columnar holes 1001.
[0033] The sole 10 is made of IP injection molding material, which has better wear resistance and anti-slip effect. The inner side of the sole 10 has dense columnar perforations. The small columnar perforations of the adhesive insole 11 will have a better sealed space to achieve shock absorption. The insole 11 is made of EVA material to provide better foot feel.
[0034] The working principle and usage process of this utility model are as follows: In specific use, when wearing the ankle joint fixation brace, the Velcro strap is passed through the strap hole 101 and the limiting ring 102, and then the foot is placed in the inner lining 3. The tightness of the fixation is adjusted by the Velcro lining 301. Then, a plastic plate 4 is placed on the front end of the inner lining 3, and the all-nylon Velcro strap 6 is connected to the corresponding buckle 5. Then, the plastic plate 4 can be quickly tightened by pulling the strap from both ends. Tightening or loosening the all-nylon Velcro strap 6 can adjust the overall tightness of the ankle joint fixation brace. The strap is then fixed by Velcro, and the ankle joint fixation brace is complete. Then, by pressing the inflation device 7 on both sides of the brace, the air bladders 9 on both sides of the ankle are inflated and expanded to fill the gap after the ankle is worn, achieving a more fitting and comfortable support and fixation effect, so that the ankle joint fixation brace has a better support and protection effect.
[0035] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. An ankle joint fixation brace, comprising an outer plastic support frame (1), a front guard (2), an inner lining pad (3), a plastic plate (4), a buckle (5), a full nylon Velcro strap (6), an inflation device (7), an air supply pipe (8), an air bladder (9), a sole (10), and an insole (11), characterized in that: The front end of the outer plastic support frame (1) is provided with a front guard (2). The inner lining (3) is provided inside the outer plastic support frame (1). The front of the inner lining (3) is provided with a plastic plate (4). Two buckles (5) are fixedly installed on the left side of the foot frame of the outer plastic support frame (1). Two all-nylon Velcro straps (6) are fixedly installed on the right side of the foot frame of the outer plastic support frame (1). Inflatable devices (7) are fixedly installed on both sides of the leg frame of the outer plastic support frame (1). Airbags (9) are symmetrically provided on both sides inside the outer plastic support frame (1). The two airbags (9) are connected to the inflatable devices (7) through two air supply pipes (8). The bottom of the outer plastic support frame (1) is fixedly connected with a shoe sole (10). The upper end of the shoe sole (10) is glued with an insole (11).
2. The ankle joint fixation brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer plastic support frame (1) has two sets of strap holes (101) symmetrically opened on the left and right sides of the leg frame, and two sets of limiting rings (102) are provided on the back of the leg frame of the outer plastic support frame (1).
3. The ankle joint fixation brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner lining (3) is made of skin-friendly foam and composite fabric. The leg pads of the inner lining (3) are composed of two Velcro pads (301) glued together.
4. The ankle joint fixation brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plastic plate (4) includes a foot panel (401) and a leg panel (402), which are fixedly connected by screws.
5. The ankle joint fixation brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both of the inflation devices (7) are equipped with a deflation valve (701).
6. The ankle joint fixation brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the sole (10) is provided with anti-slip texture, and the upper end of the sole (10) is provided with dense columnar holes (1001).