Steel plate convenient for fixing greater tuberosity fracture of humerus
By designing a locking structure for the curved steel plate body and the extension plate, the problem of large insertion wounds in existing technologies has been solved, enabling flexible positioning and rapid recovery of humeral greater tuberosity fractures, and exhibiting high corrosion resistance.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520622570.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-15
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing fixation plates for humeral greater tuberosity fractures require large incisions during insertion, resulting in significant trauma and prolonged recovery time for patients.
A curved steel plate body was designed, equipped with an extension plate and locking bolts. The fracture position is located by medical screws and locking bolts through the cooperation of the first and second fixing holes. The extension plate can be slidably adjusted during insertion to reduce the size of the wound.
It reduces the size of the incision when the steel plate is inserted, shortens the patient's recovery period, improves the flexibility and adaptability of use, and improves corrosion resistance by using titanium alloy materials.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of orthopedic medical technology, and more specifically to a steel plate that facilitates fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus. Background Technology
[0002] When a proximal humerus fracture occurs, it is sometimes necessary to fix multiple bone fragments together to ensure proper healing and restore correct function of the arm and shoulder. This fixation can be achieved by using screws or pins to secure a plate to the lateral side of the humerus adjacent to the humeral head.
[0003] A search revealed an existing patent (publication number: CN211460475U) that discloses a shaping and fixation plate for fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus. This plate offers a simple structure, is easy to shape, and after shaping, better matches the anatomical shape of the greater tuberosity, resulting in more secure fixation and less trauma to the patient. However, the inventors discovered the following problem with the existing technology during the development of this invention: the aforementioned fixation plate has a fixed width, requiring a larger incision to insert it into the injured area. This undoubtedly causes greater harm to the patient and prolongs recovery time.
[0004] In view of this, the present invention proposes a steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus. Utility Model Content
[0005] In order to overcome the above-mentioned defects of the prior art, the present invention provides a steel plate that facilitates fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus, so as to solve the problems existing in the background art.
[0006] This utility model provides the following technical solution: a steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus, comprising a steel plate body, the steel plate body being elongated and having a curved surface, a first fixing hole being provided on the surface of the steel plate body, connecting fixing parts being symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the steel plate body, and a traction adjustment part being provided between the steel plate body and the connecting fixing parts;
[0007] The connecting and fixing part includes an extension plate. The end of the extension plate away from the main body of the steel plate is arc-shaped. A second fixing hole is opened on the side of the extension plate away from the main body of the steel plate. The inner wall of the second fixing hole is provided with internal threads.
[0008] The traction adjustment unit includes a pin plate disposed on the side of the main body of the steel plate. An extension plate is provided with a telescopic groove on the side of the extension plate close to the main body of the steel plate. The pin plate is inserted into the telescopic groove, and a locking bolt is threadedly connected to the surface of the extension plate. A locking hole is provided on the surface of the pin plate for the locking bolt to be inserted.
[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution: there are several first fixing holes, and the several first fixing holes are arranged in a linear array at equal intervals on the surface of the steel plate body; by setting several first fixing holes, the first fixing holes can be adapted and selected according to the position and quantity requirements, and the use is flexible.
[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution: the nut surface of the locking bolt is provided with anti-slip texture, and the anti-slip texture corresponds to the surface position of the extension plate; by providing anti-slip texture, it is possible to prevent the locking bolt from loosening after the extension plate is locked with the locking bolt.
[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution: the number of locking holes is several, and the several locking holes are equally spaced in a linear array on the surface of the pin plate; by setting several locking holes, the position of the extension plate can be adapted and adjusted according to actual needs by inserting the locking bolt into the locking holes at different positions, and the adjustability is strong.
[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution: the pin plate and the main body of the steel plate are integrally formed, and the pin plate, the extension plate of the main body of the steel plate and the locking bolt are all made of titanium alloy; by using titanium alloy as the manufacturing material, the whole steel plate can have both strength and high corrosion resistance.
[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution: the thickness of the pin plate is 4 mm to 6 mm; because the thickness of the pin plate is 4 mm to 6 mm, it has a certain strength and toughness, and can be bent under external force according to actual needs, so as to facilitate fitting with the bone shape.
[0014] The technical effects and advantages of this utility model are as follows:
[0015] 1. Compared with existing technologies, this steel plate, which facilitates the fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus, involves fitting the main body of the steel plate to the humeral shaft, using medical screws inserted into the first fixation hole for adaptation and positioning, and then using medical screws inserted into the second fixation hole for adaptation and positioning between the extension plate and the greater tuberosity of the humerus. Finally, locking bolts are used to lock the extension plate in the locking hole, achieving the purpose of localized treatment of the fracture. When the entire steel plate structure is placed in the injured position, the extension plate can slide along the pin plate surface, maintaining a relatively small width during insertion. After insertion, the extension plate slides laterally along the pin plate, and the position of the second fixation hole is adjusted appropriately according to actual needs to accommodate fractures at the greater tuberosity of the humerus. In this case, the size of the incision during steel plate insertion can be reduced, shortening the subsequent recovery period for the patient.
[0016] 2. Compared with existing technologies, this steel plate for facilitating the fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus has several first fixation holes, which can be adapted to the position and number of holes as needed, making it flexible in use; the anti-slip texture prevents the locking bolts from loosening after the extension plate is locked; the multiple locking holes allow the position of the extension plate to be adjusted according to actual needs by inserting the locking bolts into the locking holes at different positions, providing strong adjustability; and the use of titanium alloy as the manufacturing material provides both strength and high corrosion resistance. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the orthographic section of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the present invention from one perspective;
[0019] Figure 3 This is a two-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the present invention.
[0020] The attached figures are labeled as follows: 1. Steel plate body; 2. First fixing hole; 3. Connecting fixing part; 301. Extension plate; 302. Second fixing hole; 303. Internal thread; 4. Traction adjustment part; 401. Pin plate; 402. Telescopic groove; 403. Locking bolt; 404. Locking hole; 405. Anti-slip texture. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The technical solution of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In addition, the forms of the various structures described in the following embodiments are merely illustrative. The steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus involved in this utility model is not limited to the structures described in the following embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0022] Reference Figures 1 to 3 This utility model provides a steel plate for easy fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus, including a steel plate body 1, which is long and strip-shaped and has a curved surface. A first fixing hole 2 is provided on the surface of the steel plate body 1. Connecting fixing parts 3 are symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the steel plate body 1. A traction adjustment part 4 is provided between the steel plate body 1 and the connecting fixing parts 3.
[0023] The connecting and fixing part 3 includes an extension plate 301. The end of the extension plate 301 away from the steel plate body 1 is arc-shaped. A second fixing hole 302 is provided on the side of the extension plate 301 away from the steel plate body 1. An internal thread 303 is provided on the inner wall of the second fixing hole 302.
[0024] The steel plate, which facilitates fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus, is fitted with the main body 1 of the steel plate to the patient's humeral shaft. Medical screws are inserted into the first fixation hole 2 for adaptation and positioning. Subsequently, medical screws are inserted into the second fixation hole 302 to adapt and position the extension plate 301 and the greater tuberosity of the humerus, thereby achieving the purpose of localizing and treating the fracture.
[0025] The number of first fixing holes 2 is several, and the several first fixing holes 2 are arranged in a straight line array at equal intervals on the surface of the steel plate body 1.
[0026] It is worth noting that by setting several first fixing holes 2, the first fixing holes 2 can be adapted and selected according to the position and quantity requirements, making it flexible in use.
[0027] The traction adjustment unit 4 includes a pin plate 401 disposed on the side of the steel plate body 1. An extension plate 301 is provided with a telescopic groove 402 on the side close to the steel plate body 1. The pin plate 401 is inserted into the telescopic groove 402. A locking bolt 403 is threadedly connected to the surface of the extension plate 301. A locking hole 404 is provided on the surface of the pin plate 401 for the locking bolt 403 to be inserted.
[0028] Furthermore, when placing the overall steel plate structure at the injured location, the extension plate 301 can slide along the surface of the pin plate 401, maintaining a relatively small width during insertion. After insertion, the extension plate 301 is slid to both sides along the pin plate 401 and positioned using the locking bolt 403 inserted into the locking hole 404. The position of the second fixation hole 302 can be adjusted appropriately according to actual needs to be used for fractures at the greater joint of the humerus. In this case, the size of the wound during steel plate structure insertion can be reduced, the subsequent recovery period for the patient can be shortened, and the position of the second fixation hole 302 can be adjusted according to the bone width, making it highly adaptable.
[0029] The nut surface of the locking bolt 403 is provided with anti-slip texture 405, and the anti-slip texture 405 corresponds to the surface position of the extension plate 301.
[0030] It is worth noting that by setting anti-slip texture 405, the locking bolt 403 can be prevented from loosening after the extension plate 301 is locked with the locking bolt 403.
[0031] There are several locking holes 404, which are arranged in a straight line array at equal intervals on the surface of the pin plate 401.
[0032] It is worth noting that by setting several locking holes 404, and by inserting the locking bolt 403 into the locking holes 404 at different positions, the position of the extension plate 301 can be adapted and adjusted according to actual needs, and the adjustability is strong.
[0033] The pin plate 401 and the steel plate body 1 are integrally formed and processed, and the pin plate 401, the extension plate 301 of the steel plate body 1 and the locking bolt 403 are all made of titanium alloy.
[0034] It is worth noting that by using titanium alloy as the manufacturing material, the overall steel plate can have both strength and high corrosion resistance.
[0035] The thickness of pin plate 401 is 4 mm to 6 mm.
[0036] It is worth noting that the thickness of the pin plate 401 is 4 mm to 6 mm, which has a certain strength and toughness, and can be bent under external force as needed, making it easy to fit the bone shape.
[0037] Finally, it should be noted that the accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed in this utility model only involve the structures involved in the embodiments disclosed in this utility model. Other structures can refer to the general design. In the absence of conflict, the same embodiment and different embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other.
Claims
1. A steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus, comprising a steel plate body (1), characterized in that: The main body of the steel plate (1) is long and the surface of the main body of the steel plate (1) is curved. The surface of the main body of the steel plate (1) is provided with a first fixing hole (2). The left and right sides of the main body of the steel plate (1) are symmetrically provided with connecting fixing parts (3). The main body of the steel plate (1) and the connecting fixing parts (3) are provided with a traction adjustment part (4). The connecting fixing part (3) includes an extension plate (301). The end of the extension plate (301) away from the steel plate body (1) is arc-shaped. A second fixing hole (302) is provided on the side of the extension plate (301) away from the steel plate body (1). An internal thread (303) is provided on the inner wall of the second fixing hole (302). The traction adjustment part (4) includes a pin plate (401) disposed on the side of the steel plate body (1), an extension plate (301) having a telescopic groove (402) on the side close to the steel plate body (1), the pin plate (401) being inserted into the telescopic groove (402), and a locking bolt (403) being threadedly connected to the surface of the extension plate (301), and a locking hole (404) for the locking bolt (403) to be inserted into the surface of the pin plate (401).
2. The steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the first fixing holes (2) is several, and the several first fixing holes (2) are arranged in a straight line array at equal intervals on the surface of the steel plate body (1).
3. The steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The nut surface of the locking bolt (403) is provided with anti-slip texture (405), and the anti-slip texture (405) corresponds to the surface position of the extension plate (301).
4. The steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of locking holes (404) is several, and the several locking holes (404) are arranged in a straight line array at equal intervals on the surface of the pin plate (401).
5. The steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pin plate (401) and the steel plate body (1) are integrally formed and processed, and the pin plate (401), the extension plate (301) of the steel plate body (1) and the locking bolt (403) are all made of titanium alloy.
6. The steel plate for facilitating fixation of fractures of the greater tuberosity of the humerus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thickness of the pin plate (401) is 4 mm to 6 mm.