Thermometer anti-falling device
The design of the binding strap and elastic sleeve solves the problem of thermometers easily falling off, achieving quick binding and protection, reducing the risk of damage, and improving the convenience and safety of use.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- PEKING UNIVERSITY THIRD HOSPITAL (THE THIRD CLINICAL MEDICAL SCHOOL OF PEKING UNIVERSITY)
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-05
AI Technical Summary
Existing thermometers are prone to falling during use, causing damage, increasing medical costs, and potentially harming users.
Design a thermometer anti-drop device, which adopts a binding strap and elastic sleeve structure. The binding strap adopts a C-shaped non-circular installation, combined with memory metal strip and Velcro, to achieve quick binding and protection.
It effectively prevents thermometers from being dropped and damaged, is easy to use, reduces costs, is suitable for replacing and storing different thermometers, and is simple to operate.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of thermometer technology, specifically to a thermometer anti-drop device. Background Technology
[0002] Body temperature monitoring is an indispensable part of clinical nursing work. Temperature measurement tools include mercury thermometers, electronic thermometers, ear thermometers, and forehead thermometers. Although the National Medical Products Administration announced a complete ban on the production of mercury-containing thermometers and mercury-containing sphygmomanometers in my country starting January 1, 2026, mercury thermometers are still the primary choice in clinical practice and most households. Clinically, it has been found that mercury thermometers, once placed under the armpit, are easily forgotten. If dropped, they may break, leading to mercury leakage, which not only increases medical costs but may also cause harm to the user. Except for ear and forehead thermometers, other thermometers need to be placed under the armpit and held for a certain period to obtain a temperature reading. Electronic thermometers are significantly more expensive than mercury thermometers, and if dropped, the device may be damaged, increasing clinical costs. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a fixing device to reduce the possibility of drops. Utility Model Content
[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a thermometer anti-drop device, which solves the problem of thermometers easily falling and getting damaged when measuring body temperature.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a thermometer anti-drop device, comprising a binding structure for securing the thermometer to the upper arm, wherein the binding structure includes:
[0005] A binding strap is attached to the upper arm. The binding strap is C-shaped and installed using a non-circular binding method. The binding strap is also equipped with an auxiliary structure to enable quick binding.
[0006] An elastic sleeve is attached to one side of the binding strap to elastically bind the thermometer, and the thermometer can be separated from the elastic sleeve.
[0007] Preferably, the binding strap is made of double-layer breathable and skin-friendly medical fabric, and the auxiliary structure is a memory metal strip set inside the binding strap. The memory metal strip adopts the principle of popping loops, which maintains its shape when straightened and shrinks on its own when bent, so that the binding strap can be put on the upper arm.
[0008] Preferably, there are two memory metal strips, and the cross-section is arched when straightened. When the binding strap is folded in half with the axial direction as the fold line, the arched memory metal strips on both sides can wrap the thermometer.
[0009] Preferably, the binding strap is characterized in that: both ends on the other side of the binding strap are sewn together with binding straps for binding the folded binding strap.
[0010] Preferably, the strap has a hook and loop fastener sewn onto one side near the binding strap, and a loop and loop fleece fastener sewn onto the other side of the other end of the strap.
[0011] Preferably, the auxiliary structure is a gel sheet adhered to the inside of the binding strip, used to cover the surface of the gel sheet with a release film.
[0012] This invention provides a thermometer anti-drop device. Compared with the prior art, it has the following advantages:
[0013] 1. This thermometer anti-drop device uses a strap to secure the thermometer to the upper arm, preventing it from falling even when the arm is not properly secured, thus avoiding damage from drops. The thermometer is also easy to remove and can be replaced with different thermometers, making it convenient to use. The strap uses a snap loop principle, allowing for quick and easy fastening to the upper arm without needing to wrap around the entire upper arm and then attach it with tape or knots. It can be quickly operated even inside clothing, making it convenient to use. The strap can also be used to wrap and protect the thermometer for easy storage.
[0014] 2. Compared with the snap ring principle used in the first embodiment, the binding tape of this embodiment is attached by the gel sheet on the side, which is easy to process and has low cost. It is also easy to operate, more flexible, and easier to roll up or fold for storage. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the straightened state of the binding tape in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the bending state of the binding strap in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the binding strap and memory metal strip of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of Embodiment 2 of the present invention.
[0019] In the picture: 1-Thermometer, 2-Binding strap, 3-Elastic sleeve, 4-Memory metal strip, 5-Binding strap, 6-Hook and loop fastener, 7-Hook and loop fleece, 8-Gel sheet. Detailed Implementation
[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0021] This utility model discloses a thermometer anti-drop device and provides the following two technical solutions:
[0022] Figures 1-3 A first embodiment is shown: including a binding structure for securing the thermometer 1 to the upper arm, the binding structure comprising:
[0023] The binding strap 2 is attached to the upper arm. The binding strap 2 is C-shaped and is installed by a non-circular binding method. The binding strap 2 is equipped with an auxiliary structure to enable quick binding.
[0024] The elastic sleeve 3 is connected to one side of the binding strap 2 to elastically bind the thermometer 1, and the thermometer 1 can be separated from the elastic sleeve 3;
[0025] The binding strap 2 is made of double-layer breathable and skin-friendly medical fabric. The auxiliary structure is a memory metal strip 4 set inside the binding strap 2. The memory metal strip 4 adopts the principle of popping loop, which maintains its shape when straightened and shrinks when bent, so that the binding strap 2 can be put on the upper arm. There are two memory metal strips 4, and the cross section is arched when straightened. When the binding strap 2 is folded with the axial direction as the fold line, the arched memory metal strips 4 on both sides can wrap the thermometer 1.
[0026] Both ends of the other side of the binding strap 2 are sewn together with binding straps 5 to bind the folded binding strap 2. The side of the binding strap 5 near one end of the binding strap 2 is sewn together with a hook and loop fastener 6, and the other side of the other end of the binding strap 5 is sewn together with a hook and loop fastener 7. After the binding strap 5 goes around the folded binding strap 2 once, the hook and loop fastener 7 is used to stick the hook and loop fastener 6 to bind it.
[0027] The thermometer 1 is secured to the upper arm by the binding strap 2, preventing it from falling off even when the arm is not properly clamped, thus avoiding damage from a fall. The thermometer 1 is also easy to remove and can be replaced with different thermometers, making it convenient to use. Furthermore, the binding strap 2 uses the snap loop principle, allowing it to be quickly and directly fastened to the upper arm without having to wrap it around the entire upper arm and then stick or knot it. It can also be quickly operated inside clothing, making it convenient to use. The binding strap 2 can also be used to wrap and protect the thermometer 1, making it easy to store.
[0028] Figure 4The second embodiment is shown, the main difference from the first embodiment is that the auxiliary structure is a gel sheet 8 that is adhered to the inside of the binding strip 2, and is used to cover the surface of the gel sheet 8 with a release film.
[0029] Compared to the principle of the slap ring used in the first embodiment, the binding band 2 in this embodiment is attached by the gel sheet 8 on the side, which is easy to process, has low cost, is equally convenient to operate, is more flexible, and is easier to roll up or fold for storage.
[0030] Furthermore, any content not described in detail in this specification is existing technology known to those skilled in the art.
[0031] When using, insert thermometer 1 into the elastic sleeve 3 and tighten it. Then place it together in the armpit, bend the binding strap 2 to cover the upper arm, or stick it to the upper arm. Then insert thermometer 1 under the armpit and instruct the patient to keep their arm closed for normal testing.
[0032] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.
[0033] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A thermometer anti-drop device, characterized in that: Includes a binding structure for securing a thermometer to the upper arm, the binding structure comprising: A binding strap is attached to the upper arm. The binding strap is C-shaped and installed using a non-circular binding method. The binding strap is also equipped with an auxiliary structure to enable quick binding. An elastic sleeve is attached to one side of the binding strap to elastically bind the thermometer, and the thermometer can be separated from the elastic sleeve.
2. The thermometer anti-drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The binding strap is made of double-layer breathable and skin-friendly medical fabric. The auxiliary structure is a memory metal strip set inside the binding strap. The memory metal strip adopts the principle of popping loops, which maintains its shape when straightened and shrinks on its own when bent, so that the binding strap can be put on the upper arm.
3. The thermometer anti-drop device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The memory metal strip is provided in two parts, and the cross-section is arched when straightened. When the binding strap is folded in half with the axial direction as the fold line, the arched memory metal strips on both sides can wrap the thermometer.
4. A thermometer anti-drop device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: Both ends of the other side of the binding strap are sewn together with binding straps for binding the folded binding strap together.
5. A thermometer anti-drop device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The strap has a Velcro hook side sewn onto one side near the binding strap, and a Velcro fleece side sewn onto the other side of the other end of the strap.
6. The thermometer anti-drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The auxiliary structure is a gel sheet adhered to the inside of the binding strip, used to cover the surface of the gel sheet with a release film.