Maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument

Abstract

The utility model provides a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument which comprises a measuring main machine, a connector, a connecting line, a grip and a balloon which are connected in sequence, an air port in the bottom of the balloon is communicated with an air channel in the grip, a high-precision pressure sensor is installed in the air channel, tiny tongue pressure changes can be accurately and stably captured, and the maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument can be used for measuring the maximum tongue pressure. A control card, a data processing module and a wireless communication module are arranged in the measurement host, the wireless communication module is in wireless communication connection with the terminal server, and the terminal server is connected with the display and the cloud data center. According to the maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument, the maximum value of three times of tongue pressure measurement is taken as the maximum tongue pressure of a patient, the maximum tongue pressure data are sent to the terminal server in real time, and the measured data are synchronously stored in the cloud data center, so that the data can be effectively prevented from being lost; the medical staff is helped to know the training or treatment progress of the patient, and meanwhile the medical staff can conveniently call historical measurement data.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tongue pressure measuring instruments, and in particular to a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument. Background Technology

[0002] The tongue is the most flexible and important organ in the oral cavity. In clinical practice, the assessment of tongue motor function, such as tongue muscle strength and endurance, is mainly determined by the assessor's subjective judgment of the resistance of the tongue depressor and the negative pressure traction of the tongue suction device. This cannot quantify the tongue pressure value, nor can it collect specific values ​​for objective comparison of differences before and after treatment. Therefore, a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument is used to measure the patient's maximum tongue pressure.

[0003] Existing technologies, such as patent CN219814112U, disclose a tongue pressure measuring device. This patent uses an air tube with a balloon installed in the middle. One end of the air tube, separate from the balloon, is connected to a wedge plug. The deformation generated by the balloon causes a pressure sensor to output a pressure value, thereby measuring the tongue pressure. The device is easy to operate. This utility model solves the problem that existing devices are difficult to measure the tongue pressure of patients.

[0004] However, these types of tongue pressure measuring devices only rely on the tongue pressure value measured once by the pressure sensor. The measurement results are random and cannot accurately obtain the patient's maximum tongue pressure. Furthermore, the measurement data is only displayed at the time of measurement and is overwritten by the next measurement. Medical staff cannot compare previous measurement data and thus cannot propose corresponding treatment or training plans based on changes in the patient's maximum tongue pressure. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems of existing technologies being unable to accurately obtain the patient's maximum tongue pressure and the inability to save the measured maximum tongue pressure data for later retrieval, and therefore proposes a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model adopts the following technical solution: a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument, comprising a measuring host, a connector, a connecting cable, and a handle. The connector is located on the upper end of the measuring host. The connecting cable is fixedly connected to the end of the connector away from the measuring host. The handle is fixedly connected to the end of the connecting cable away from the connector. A balloon is screwed onto the end of the handle away from the connecting cable. The air inlet at the bottom of the balloon communicates with the air passage inside the handle. A pressure sensor is installed inside the air passage. The measuring host has a built-in control card, a data processing module, and a wireless communication module. The output end of the pressure sensor is electrically connected to the data processing module inside the measuring host via a data cable in the connecting cable and the connector. The data processing module is electrically connected to both the control card and the wireless communication module. The control card is electrically connected to the control panel on the front of the measuring host. The control panel includes function buttons and a display screen. The wireless communication module is wirelessly connected to a terminal server. The terminal server is connected to both a display and a cloud data center.

[0007] Furthermore, the bottom of the balloon and the top of the handle are screwed together by a screw thread or a snap-fit ​​mechanism. When the balloon and the handle are screwed together by a screw thread, the bottom of the balloon has an external thread, and the top of the handle has an internal thread. When the balloon and the handle are screwed together by a snap-fit ​​mechanism, the bottom of the balloon has locking protrusions on both sides, and the top of the handle has a snap-fit ​​mechanism.

[0008] Furthermore, the balloon is also fitted with a protective sleeve, and a sealing ring is provided between the balloon and the handle connection end. The sealing ring is made of rubber, and the balloon is made of medical-grade silicone.

[0009] Furthermore, a tightening device is also provided on the back of the measuring host. The tightening device includes a connecting plate and a first clamping plate. The connecting plate is fixedly connected to the surface of the measuring host. The first clamping plate is fixedly connected near the lower end of the connecting plate. A first connecting block is fixedly connected to the side of the connecting plate. A sliding groove is provided on the side of the connecting plate. A slider is slidably connected inside the sliding groove. The slider slides on the surface of the connecting plate.

[0010] Furthermore, a second card plate is fixedly connected to the surface of the slider, and a second connecting block is fixedly connected to the side of the slider. By setting the second card plate, it can cooperate with the first card plate to wind and collect the connecting wire, reducing the difficulty in collecting and winding the connecting wire during use, which would otherwise cause the connecting wire to become loose and difficult to store.

[0011] Furthermore, a limiting rod is provided on the inner wall of the second connecting block. The two ends of the limiting rod are fixedly connected to the surfaces of the first connecting block and the connecting plate, respectively. The limiting rod facilitates the limiting movement of the slider.

[0012] Furthermore, a spring is sleeved and connected to the surface of the limiting rod, and the two ends of the spring are fixedly connected to the surface of the second connecting block and the surface of the connecting plate, respectively. The spring is provided to facilitate the application of a reset force to the slider.

[0013] Furthermore, the measuring host is equipped with a clamping device, which includes a connecting arm and a locking block. The connecting arm is fixedly connected to the side of the measuring host, and the locking block is fixedly connected to the end away from the connecting arm. By setting the locking block, the handle can be limited, reducing the occurrence of situations where the handle is difficult to limit during use.

[0014] Furthermore, a contact block is fixedly connected inside the card block to facilitate the protection of the grip inside the card block.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] 1. In this invention, the medical staff holds the handle and places the balloon between the tongue and the palate. The patient then presses the balloon onto the palate for 7 seconds, three times every minute. The maximum value of the three measurements is the patient's maximum tongue pressure. Compared with the single measurement method of existing tongue pressure measuring instruments, this invention obtains the patient's maximum tongue pressure by taking the maximum value of three measurements. The measurement result is more accurate and can better reflect the patient's true maximum tongue pressure value.

[0017] 2. In this utility model, the tongue pressure data measured by the measuring host can be sent to the terminal server in real time through the wireless communication module in the measuring host. The tongue pressure value of each measurement can be displayed and recorded in real time through the connected display, providing instant feedback. The measurement data will also be stored in the cloud in a timely manner, which can effectively prevent data loss. While helping medical staff understand the progress of training or treatment, it also facilitates the medical staff to call up historical measurement data.

[0018] 3. In this utility model, the balloon and the handle are connected in a detachable manner, which allows the handle to be connected to balloons of different sizes and shapes, thereby adapting to patients of different ages and oral shapes. This allows the balloon to be comfortably placed between the tongue and palate without causing discomfort or irritation to the patient. At the same time, the detachable and protective sleeve design allows the balloon to be used as a disposable item or reused, which facilitates disinfection and prevents contamination, thereby avoiding cross-infection between different patients.

[0019] 4. This utility model provides two screw-on connection methods between the balloon and the handle. The screw connection method is for balloons that can be repeatedly sterilized and can ensure the reliability of the connection between the balloon and the handle, which is suitable for clinical use. The snap-on connection method is for disposable balloons, which can realize the quick docking between the balloon and the handle, and is suitable for use in outpatient clinics or when providing medical treatment outside the clinic.

[0020] 5. In this utility model of the maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument, when the user moves the second clamping plate downwards, the slider moves accordingly, causing the spring to deform and generate elastic force. The second clamping plate then slides to the middle end of the connecting plate, whereby the connecting wire is wound around the first and second clamping plates. Once the connecting wire is completely wrapped around the first and second clamping plates, the restraint on the second clamping plate is released. The spring then returns to its original position, tightening and limiting the connection wire to the first and second clamping plates. This tightening device effectively tightens the connecting wire, limiting its movement and solving the problem of loosening and difficulty in tightly wrapping the connected wire around the measuring host during winding and storage. This improves the practicality of the equipment.

[0021] 6. In this utility model, by setting a clamping device, the user engages the handle with the inside of the locking block. Then, the handle pushes against the locking block to open it, and the handle and the inside of the locking block then engage to clamp the handle. By setting a clamping device, the handle is effectively clamped, which plays a role in quickly clamping and positioning the handle. This solves the problem that the handle is difficult to limit when storing the equipment and is prone to rolling, thus improving the practicality of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument proposed in this utility model is provided;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a modular schematic diagram of the maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 A side view of the maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument proposed in this utility model is shown in the schematic diagram.

[0025] Figure 4 This invention presents a partial structural schematic diagram of a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument.

[0026] Figure 5 This utility model proposes a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument. Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the structure at point B;

[0027] Figure 6 This utility model proposes a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument. Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the balloon structure when the balloon and grip of this utility model are connected by a screw thread;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the balloon structure when the balloon and grip of this utility model are connected by a bayonet screw-on joint;

[0030] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the balloon of this utility model when it is covered with a protective sleeve.

[0031] In the diagram: 1. Measurement host; 101. Control card; 102. Data processing module; 103. Wireless communication module; 2. Connector; 3. Connecting cable; 4. Handle; 5. Balloon; 501. Locking protrusion; 502. Protective sleeve; 503. Notch; 6. Tightening device; 61. Connecting plate; 62. First locking plate; 63. First connecting block; 64. Limiting rod; 65. Slider; 66. Second locking plate; 67. Second connecting block; 68. Spring; 69. Slide groove; 7. Clamping device; 71. Connecting arm; 72. Locking block; 73. Contact block; 8. Pressure sensor; 9. Control panel; 901. Function button; 902. Display screen; 10. Terminal server; 11. Monitor; 12. Cloud data center; 13. Sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions in this specification, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this specification will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments.

[0033] Example

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model provides a maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument, including a measuring main unit 1, a connector 2, a connecting cable 3, and a handle 4. The connector 2 is located on the upper end of the measuring main unit 1. The connecting cable 3 is fixedly connected to the end of the connector 2 away from the measuring main unit 1. The handle 4 is fixedly connected to the end of the connecting cable 3 away from the connector 2. A balloon 5 is screwed onto the end of the handle 4 away from the connecting cable 3. Figure 2 As shown, the air inlet at the bottom of the balloon 5 is connected to the airway inside the grip 4. A pressure sensor 8 is installed inside the airway. The measurement host 1 has a built-in control card 101, a data processing module 102, and a wireless communication module 103. The output end of the pressure sensor 8 is electrically connected to the data processing module 102 inside the measurement host 1 via the data cable in the connecting cable 3 and the connector 2. The data processing module 102 is electrically connected to the control card 101 and the wireless communication module 103 respectively. The control card 101 is electrically connected to the control panel 9 on the front of the measurement host 1. The control panel 9 includes function buttons 901 and a display screen 902. The wireless communication module 103 is wirelessly connected to the terminal server 10. The terminal server 10 is connected to the display 11 and the cloud data center 12 respectively.

[0035] In this embodiment, medical personnel operate the control panel 9 on the front of the measuring host 1 using the function buttons 901. After receiving the operation command, the control card 101 further sends commands to the data processing module 102 and the wireless communication module 103. For example, the data processing module 102 is controlled to convert the data measured by the pressure sensor 8 into a tongue pressure value. While feeding the tongue pressure value back to the display screen 902, the wireless communication module 103 is controlled to send the tongue pressure value to the terminal server 10 in real time. The tongue pressure value measured each time is displayed and recorded in real time through the connected display 11. The measured tongue pressure value data is also stored in the cloud in a timely manner to prevent data loss. This helps medical personnel understand the progress of training or treatment and facilitates the retrieval of historical measurement data.

[0036] Specifically, such as Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the bottom of the balloon 5 and the top of the handle 4 are screwed together by a screw or a snap-fit ​​method. When the balloon 5 and the handle 4 are screwed together by a screw, the bottom of the balloon 5 has an external thread, and the top of the handle 4 has an internal thread. When the balloon 5 and the handle 4 are screwed together by a snap-fit ​​method, the bottom of the balloon 5 has snap protrusions 501 on both sides, and the top of the handle 4 has a snap-fit.

[0037] Furthermore, such as Figure 9 As shown, the balloon 5 is also fitted with a protective sleeve 502, and a sealing ring 13 is provided between the balloon 5 and the handle 4. The sealing ring 13 is made of rubber, and the balloon 5 is made of medical silicone. Preferably, the pressure sensor 8 is a high-precision flexible pressure sensor, which can accurately and stably capture minute changes in tongue pressure to ensure that each measurement is accurate.

[0038] In this embodiment, the balloon 5 and the handle 4 are detachably connected, allowing the handle 4 to connect to balloons 5 of different sizes and shapes, thus adapting to patients of different ages and oral shapes. This allows the balloon 5 to be comfortably placed between the tongue and palate without causing discomfort or irritation to the patient. At the same time, the detachable design and protective cover 502 make the balloon 5 usable as a disposable item, and also facilitate disinfection and contamination prevention during repeated use, thereby avoiding cross-infection between different patients.

[0039] Furthermore, the two screw-on connection methods provided in this embodiment for connecting the balloon 5 and the handle 4 are as follows: the screw connection method corresponds to the reusable balloon, which can ensure the reliability of the connection between the balloon 5 and the handle 4 and is suitable for clinical use; the snap-on connection method corresponds to the disposable balloon 5, which can realize the quick docking between the balloon 5 and the handle 4 and is suitable for use in outpatient clinics or when providing medical treatment outside the clinic.

[0040] like Figures 3-5 As shown, a tightening device 6 is provided on the back of the measuring host 1. The tightening device 6 includes a connecting plate 601 and a first clamping plate 602. The connecting plate 601 is fixedly connected to the surface of the measuring host 1. The first clamping plate 602 is fixedly connected near the lower end of the connecting plate 601. A first connecting block 603 is fixedly connected to the side of the connecting plate 601. A sliding groove 609 is provided on the side of the connecting plate 601. A slider 605 is slidably connected inside the sliding groove 609. The slider 605 slides on the surface of the connecting plate 601.

[0041] Specifically, a second card plate 606 is fixedly connected to the surface of slider 605, and a second connecting block 607 is fixedly connected to the side of slider 605.

[0042] In this embodiment, by setting a second card plate 606, it can cooperate with the first card plate 602 to wind and collect the connecting wire 3, reducing the difficulty of collecting and winding the connecting wire 3 during use, which would otherwise cause the connecting wire 3 to become loose and difficult to store.

[0043] Specifically, the inner wall of the second connecting block 607 is provided with a limiting rod 604. The two ends of the limiting rod 604 are fixedly connected to the surfaces of the first connecting block 603 and the connecting plate 601, respectively. The limiting rod 604 is provided to facilitate the limited movement of the slider 605.

[0044] Specifically, a spring 608 is sleeved and connected to the surface of the limiting rod 604. The two ends of the spring 608 are fixedly connected to the surface of the second connecting block 607 and the surface of the connecting plate 601, respectively. The spring 608 is provided to facilitate the application of a reset force to the slider 605.

[0045] In this embodiment, as Figure 6 As shown, the measuring host 1 is equipped with a clamping device 7, which includes a connecting arm 701 and a locking block 702. The connecting arm 701 is fixedly connected to the side of the measuring host 1, and the locking block 702 is fixedly connected to the end away from the connecting arm 701.

[0046] In this embodiment, by setting the locking block 702, the grip 4 can be limited, reducing the occurrence of situations where the grip 4 is difficult to limit during use.

[0047] Specifically, a contact block 703 is fixedly connected inside the card block 702. The contact block 703 is provided to protect the grip 4 inside the card block 702.

[0048] Balloon replacement method: When the balloon 5 is screwed to the handle 4, simply unscrew the bottom of the balloon 5 out of the handle 4 to remove it, and then screw the new balloon 5 into the handle 4; when the balloon 5 is screwed to the handle 4 through a snap-fit ​​mechanism, rotate the balloon 5 a certain angle and pull it out of the handle 4, then insert the new balloon 5 into the handle 4 and rotate the balloon 5 so that it corresponds to the notch 503 on the handle 4.

[0049] Working principle: The patient holds the handle 4, placing the balloon 5 between the tongue and the palate. The patient then presses the balloon 5 onto the palate for seven seconds, repeating this three times every minute. The control card 101 automatically selects the maximum value from the three measurements as the patient's maximum tongue pressure according to a preset program and outputs the maximum tongue pressure value. This maximum tongue pressure value is then fed back to the display screen 902. Simultaneously, the wireless communication module 103 sends the tongue pressure value to the terminal server 10 in real time. The connected display screen 11 displays and records the tongue pressure value for each measurement in real time. The measured tongue pressure data is also promptly stored in the cloud to prevent data loss. This helps medical staff understand the progress of training or treatment and facilitates the retrieval of historical measurement data.

[0050] During equipment use, medical personnel move the second locking plate 66 downwards. As the second locking plate 66 moves, it moves the slider 65, which in turn causes the spring 68 to deform, generating elastic force. This slides the second locking plate 66 to the middle end of the connecting plate 61, allowing the connecting wire 3 to wrap around the first locking plate 62 and the second locking plate 66. Once the connecting wire 3 is completely wrapped around the first locking plate 62 and the second locking plate 66, the restraint on the second locking plate 66 is released. The spring 68 then returns to its original position, causing the second locking plate 66 to release the connecting wire 3. The first clamping plate 62 and the second clamping plate 66 are tightened and limited. By setting the tightening device 6, the connecting wire 3 is effectively tightened, which plays a role in limiting the connecting wire 3. When the equipment is stored after measurement, the user usually just wraps the connecting wire 3 around the surface of the measuring host 1 for collection. When the connecting wire 3 is wrapped around the measuring host 1 for collection and placement, the connecting wire 3 is easy to become loose, causing the wrapped connecting wire 3 to become loose and difficult to tightly wrap around the surface of the measuring host 1 for storage, thus improving the practicality of the equipment.

[0051] Medical personnel engage the handle 4 with the inside of the locking block 72. Then, the handle 4 pushes against the locking block 72 to open it. The handle 4 then engages with the inside of the locking block 72, clamping the handle 4. By setting the clamping device 7, the handle 4 is effectively clamped, which plays a role in quickly clamping and positioning the handle 4.

[0052] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of the present utility model, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument, comprising a measuring main unit (1), a connector (2), a connecting cable (3), and a handle (4), characterized in that: The connector (2) is located on the upper end of the measuring host (1). The connecting line (3) is fixedly connected to the end of the connector (2) away from the measuring host (1). The handle (4) is fixedly connected to the end of the connecting line (3) away from the connector (2). A balloon (5) is screwed onto the end of the handle (4) away from the connecting line (3). The air port at the bottom of the balloon (5) is connected to the airway inside the handle (4). A pressure sensor (8) is installed inside the airway. The measuring host (1) has a built-in control card (101), a data processing module (102), and a wireless communication module (103). The output end of the pressure sensor (8) is connected via... The data line in the connecting cable (3) is electrically connected to the data processing module (102) in the measuring host (1) via the connector (2). The data processing module (102) is electrically connected to the control card (101) and the wireless communication module (103) respectively. The control card (101) is electrically connected to the control panel (9) on the front of the measuring host (1). The control panel (9) includes function buttons (901) and a display screen (902). The wireless communication module (103) is wirelessly connected to the terminal server (10). The terminal server (10) is connected to the display (11) and the cloud data center (12) respectively.

2. The maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the balloon (5) is screwed to the top of the handle (4) by a screw or a snap-fit. When the balloon (5) and the handle (4) are screwed together by a screw, the bottom of the balloon (5) is provided with an external thread and the top of the handle (4) is provided with an internal thread. When the balloon (5) and the handle (4) are screwed together by a snap-fit, the bottom of the balloon (5) is provided with snap protrusions (501) on both sides and the top of the handle (4) is provided with a snap-fit.

3. The maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument according to claim 2, characterized in that: The balloon (5) is also fitted with a protective sleeve (502), and a sealing ring (13) is provided between the balloon (5) and the handle (4). The sealing ring (13) is made of rubber, and the balloon (5) is made of medical silicone.

4. The maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: The back of the measuring host (1) is also provided with a tightening device (6). The tightening device (6) includes a connecting plate (601) and a first clamping plate (602). The connecting plate (601) is fixedly connected to the surface of the measuring host (1). The first clamping plate (602) is fixedly connected to the lower end of the connecting plate (601). A first connecting block (603) is fixedly connected to the side of the connecting plate (601). A sliding groove (609) is opened on the side of the connecting plate (601). A slider (605) is slidably connected inside the sliding groove (609). The slider (605) slides on the surface of the connecting plate (601).

5. The maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument according to claim 4, characterized in that: The surface of the slider (605) is fixedly connected to a second card plate (606), and the side of the slider (605) is fixedly connected to a second connecting block (607).

6. The maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument according to claim 5, characterized in that: The inner wall of the second connecting block (607) is provided with a limiting rod (604), and the two ends of the limiting rod (604) are fixedly connected to the surfaces of the first connecting block (603) and the connecting plate (601), respectively.

7. The maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument according to claim 6, characterized in that: A spring (608) is sleeved on the surface of the limiting rod (604), and the two ends of the spring (608) are fixedly connected to the surface of the second connecting block (607) and the surface of the connecting plate (601), respectively.

8. The maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: The measuring host (1) is provided with a clamping device (7), which includes a connecting arm (701) and a locking block (702). The connecting arm (701) is fixedly connected to the side of the measuring host (1), and the locking block (702) is fixedly connected to one end away from the connecting arm (701).

9. The maximum tongue pressure measuring instrument according to claim 8, characterized in that: The card block (702) is internally fixedly connected to a contact block (703).

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