Ankle joint fixing device facilitating nursing of affected part

Abstract

The utility model relates to an ankle joint fixing device convenient for nursing an affected part, in particular to the ankle joint fixing device, nursing windows are arranged on the left side and the right side of a human ankle joint, and meanwhile, annular silica gel pads are arranged on the inner sides of the nursing windows, so that medical staff can apply medicine or cold compress on the ankle joint of a patient more conveniently; in addition, no liquid flows to other areas in the nursing process, and the comfort level of the patient is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of rehabilitation equipment, and in particular relates to an ankle joint fixation device that facilitates the care of the affected area. Background Technology

[0002] Ankle sprains are a common clinical condition, ranking first among joint and ligament injuries. The ankle joint is the closest weight-bearing joint to the ground, meaning it bears the most weight in the body. Ankle stability plays a crucial role in daily activities and sports. Injuries to the ligaments surrounding the ankle joint fall under the category of ankle sprains. Potential injuries from ankle sprains include to the anterior talofibular ligament and calcaneofibular ligament of the lateral malleolus, the deltoid ligament of the medial malleolus, and the inferior transverse tibiofibular ligament.

[0003] To aid ankle recovery, patients wear ankle immobilization devices in the early stages of rehabilitation. While existing ankle immobilization devices effectively stabilize the ankle, they are inconvenient for treating the affected area. Because they completely cover the ankle, applying medication or applying cold compresses requires removing the device. Otherwise, the medication may spill or the cold compress may not be applied effectively, which is quite troublesome. Furthermore, when applying medication or applying cold compresses, medical staff need to spend considerable time repeatedly applying the medication to ensure the patient fully absorbs the active ingredients, or holding an ice pack for an extended period to apply cold compresses. The entire process takes up a significant amount of the medical staff's time. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an ankle joint fixation device that facilitates the care of the affected area, thereby solving the problems mentioned in the background art. To achieve this purpose, the specific technical solution is as follows:

[0005] An ankle joint fixation device for easy care of the affected area includes a rigid, U-shaped rigid sleeve with an opening corresponding to the front of the lower leg and the dorsum of the foot. The sleeve has an internal contour that matches the lower leg and foot. Several fixing straps are provided at the opening of the rigid sleeve. One end of each strap is fixed to the rigid sleeve, and the other end is attached to the rigid sleeve with Velcro. The rigid sleeve has care windows on both the left and right sides corresponding to the ankle joint. A ring-shaped silicone strip is provided on the inner side of the edge of each care window.

[0006] Furthermore, a rigid cover is fixedly attached to the outer edge of the care window with Velcro, and a cover that can be attached to both sides is installed. A sponge block is installed on one side of the cover, and a water bag with a concave water inlet is installed on the other side. The sponge block and the water bag match the shape of the care window.

[0007] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0008] (1) The present invention provides nursing windows on the left and right sides of the fixation device corresponding to the ankle of the human body. While ensuring the stable fixation of the patient's ankle joint, it prevents the patient's ankle joint from being completely wrapped by the fixation device, making it more convenient to apply medicine or apply cold compress.

[0009] (2) The present invention provides an annular silicone strip on the inner edge of the nursing window. The silicone strip is used to fill the gap between the patient's ankle and the fixation device, so that when applying medicine or applying cold compresses to the patient, excess medicine or condensation from the cold compress will not flow out, thus improving the patient's comfort when wearing the fixation device.

[0010] (3) This utility model provides a cover sheet with front and back adhesive for the nursing window, and sets a sponge block and a water bag on both sides of the cover sheet. When the sponge block soaked with medicine is placed in the nursing window, medication can be applied to the patient. When the water bag containing low temperature water is placed in the nursing window, cold compress can be applied to the patient, which simplifies the nursing process for medical staff. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is the left view of the first embodiment;

[0012] Figure 2 This is the right view of the first embodiment;

[0013] Figure 3 This is a top view of the first embodiment;

[0014] Figure 4 This is a right view of the second embodiment, showing the sponge block on the cover sheet placed within the care window;

[0015] Figure 5 This is a right view of the second embodiment, showing the water bag on the cover placed within the nursing window;

[0016] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cover sheet, sponge block, and water bag in the second embodiment;

[0017] The meanings of the symbols in the image are as follows:

[0018] 1. Rigid wrapping and fixing sleeve; 2. Fixing strap; 3. Nursing window; 4. Silicone strip; 5. Covering sheet; 6. Sponge block; 7. Water bag. Detailed Implementation

[0019] See attached document Figure 1-3This embodiment provides an ankle joint fixation device that facilitates the care of the affected area. The rigid wrapping fixation sleeve 1 has a U-shaped cross-section, with its opening corresponding to the front of the lower leg and the back of the foot. It also has an internal contour that matches the lower leg and foot. Several fixing straps 2 are provided at the opening of the rigid wrapping fixation sleeve 1. One end of the fixing strap 2 is fixed to the rigid wrapping fixation sleeve 1, and the other end is attached to the rigid wrapping fixation sleeve 1 by Velcro. The rigid wrapping fixation sleeve 1 has care windows 3 on both the left and right sides corresponding to the ankle joint. The rigid wrapping fixation sleeve 1 has annular silicone strips 4 on the inner side of the edge of the care window 3.

[0020] During use, medical staff assist the patient in putting on the rigid fixation sleeve 1, and then fix it with the fixation straps 2. At this time, the patient's lower leg and foot are fixed inside the rigid fixation sleeve 1. Because the rigid fixation sleeve 1 has nursing windows 3 on the left and right sides corresponding to the patient's ankle, the patient's ankle joint is not completely covered by the rigid fixation sleeve 1. This allows medical staff to apply medication or apply cold compresses to the patient's ankle joint without removing the rigid fixation sleeve 1. Because the rigid fixation sleeve 1 has a ring-shaped silicone strip 4 on the inner side of the edge of the nursing window 3, it fills the gap between the patient's ankle skin and the inner side of the rigid fixation sleeve 1. This prevents excess medication or condensation from the cold compress from spreading when applying medication or applying cold compresses, improving the patient's comfort when wearing the fixation device.

[0021] See attached document Figure 4-6 Based on the first embodiment, a rigid wrapping fixing sleeve 1 is fitted with a cover sheet 5 that can be attached to both sides via Velcro on the outer side of the edge of the nursing window 3. A sponge block 6 is installed on one side of the cover sheet 5, and a water bag 7 with a concave water inlet is installed on the other side. The sponge block 6 and the water bag 7 match the shape of the nursing window 3.

[0022] When using, depending on the nursing procedure, place the sponge 6 with medication applied or soaked on the covering 5 or the water bag 7 containing cold water inside the nursing window 3 and stick it in place. At this time, the sponge 6 with medication applied or soaked on or the water bag 7 containing cold water will come into contact with the skin of the patient's ankle joint, thereby achieving medication application or cold compress.

Claims

1. An ankle joint immobilization device that facilitates the care of the affected area, characterized in that, The rigid wrapping fixation sleeve (1) has a U-shaped cross section. Its opening corresponds to the front of the lower leg and the back of the foot, and it has an internal contour that matches the lower leg and foot. Several fixing straps (2) are provided at the opening of the rigid wrapping fixation sleeve (1). One end of the fixing strap (2) is fixed to the rigid wrapping fixation sleeve (1), and the other end is attached to the rigid wrapping fixation sleeve (1) by Velcro. The rigid wrapping fixation sleeve (1) has nursing windows (3) on both the left and right sides corresponding to the ankle joint. The rigid wrapping fixation sleeve (1) has annular silicone strips (4) on the inner side of the edge of the nursing window (3).

2. The ankle joint fixation device for facilitating the care of the affected area according to claim 1, characterized in that, A rigid wrapping fixing sleeve (1) is attached to the outer side of the edge of the nursing window (3) by Velcro to a cover sheet (5) that can be glued in both directions. A sponge block (6) is installed on one side of the cover sheet (5), and a water bag (7) with a concave water inlet is installed on the other side. The sponge block (6) and the water bag (7) match the shape of the nursing window (3).

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