A multifunctional measurement and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts

Abstract

This utility model discloses a multifunctional measuring and recording ruler for wound undermining and sinus tracts. It includes a right-angle measuring ruler with connecting measuring rulers fixed at both ends, and a movable measuring ruler at the end of the connecting measuring ruler furthest from the right-angle measuring ruler. It also includes a movable sleeve connected to the top of the right-angle measuring ruler, with a colored pen inside the sleeve. This multifunctional measuring and recording ruler for wound undermining and sinus tracts allows for precise measurement of wound undermining and sinus tracts within the patient's wound using the right-angle measuring ruler, movable measuring ruler, and connecting measuring ruler. When wound depth needs to be measured, the ruler is held vertically, and one end of the movable measuring ruler is inserted into the wound to measure the depth. The depth is then marked with a colored pen according to the different depths of the wound, allowing for accurate and convenient recording of wound undermining and sinus tract size and depth, providing a basis for scientific wound assessment and treatment adjustments.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of wound measurement technology, specifically a multifunctional measurement and recording ruler for wound infiltration and sinus tracts. Background Technology

[0002] Undermining and sinus tract wounds are a morphological type of chronic wounds, such as traumatic injuries, burns, pressure injuries, diabetic foot ulcers, and postoperative wounds that are difficult to heal. Deep tissue sinuses or undermining are common in clinical nursing practice. Scientific and accurate assessment of undermining and sinus tracts is crucial for selecting subsequent treatment plans during wound management. However, existing wound rulers are mostly one-dimensional or two-dimensional, only used to measure the length and width of the wound, lacking a direct representation of undermining or sinus tracts. Furthermore, existing wound rulers have limited functionality and cannot extract and detect deep wound exudate. To address these shortcomings, existing technology (application number: Chinese Patent No. 202021086275.9 (authorization announcement date: 2021-07-09) discloses a multifunctional wound ruler. This ruler uses two sets of graduated straight tubes to intuitively measure the length and width of a wound, facilitating a rough calculation of the wound area and subsequent wound treatment. The device also facilitates the measurement of wound infiltration and sinus tract depths, allowing for direct and clear visualization of these depths on the opposite side of the skin. Furthermore, the device uses a silicone suction bulb to absorb wound exudate, enabling convenient detection of the pH value of the exudate and monitoring of indicators such as bacterial and drug sensitivity cultures.

[0003] Currently, hospital wound care centers typically use one sterile forceps to detect the size of wound undermining and the depth of sinus tracts, and another sterile forceps to locate the wound. At the same time, a conventional wound measuring ruler is used to compare the wound depth. This method is not only inefficient, but also prone to wound contamination, affecting the wound healing process. Therefore, we proposed a multi-functional measurement and recording ruler for wound undermining and sinus tracts, which can effectively solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a multifunctional measuring and recording ruler for wound undermining and sinus tracts, in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art. Currently, the market typically uses one sterile forceps to detect the size of the wound undermining and the depth of the sinus tract, and then another sterile forceps to locate the wound position. At the same time, a conventional wound measuring ruler is used to compare the wound depth. This is not only inefficient, but also prone to causing wound contamination and affecting the wound healing process.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a multifunctional measuring and recording ruler for wound tracing and sinus tracts, comprising a right-angle measuring ruler, with connecting measuring rulers fixed at both ends of the right-angle measuring ruler, and a movable measuring ruler provided at the end of the connecting measuring ruler away from the right-angle measuring ruler; further comprising: a movable sleeve connected to the top of the right-angle measuring ruler, and a colored pen provided inside the movable sleeve, with adhesive blocks fixed on both sides of the top of the colored pen, and deep grooves equally spaced on both sides inside the movable sleeve, with locking blocks connected inside the deep grooves, and a return spring installed between the end of the locking block and the inner wall of the deep groove.

[0006] Preferably, one end of the connecting measuring ruler extends into the interior of the movable measuring ruler, and the connecting measuring ruler and the movable measuring ruler are slidably connected, with the movable sleeve rotatably connected to the top of the right-angle measuring ruler via a shaft.

[0007] Preferably, the bottom of the colored pen extends beyond the lower surface of the movable sleeve, and the colored pen and the movable sleeve are slidably connected. The positions of the fitting block and the locking block correspond to each other, and the locking block forms an elastic telescopic structure with the movable sleeve through a return spring.

[0008] Preferably, one end of each of the two movable measuring rulers is provided with a silicone suction ball, and the silicone suction ball can be used to absorb exudate at the depth of the wound.

[0009] Preferably, a recording sticker is provided at the middle position of the top of both the right-angle measuring ruler and the movable measuring ruler.

[0010] Preferably, the connecting measuring ruler has equally spaced limit holes inside, and a limit block is connected through the top of the inner wall of the movable measuring ruler.

[0011] Preferably, the limiting block and the movable measuring ruler are slidably connected, and a tension spring is installed between the outer side of the limiting block and the top of the movable measuring ruler.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: the multifunctional measurement and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts adopts a novel structural design, the specific details of which are as follows:

[0013] (1) The patient’s wound undermining and sinus tract can be accurately measured by using a right-angle measuring ruler, a movable measuring ruler and a connecting measuring ruler. When it is necessary to measure the depth of the wound, the ruler is erected and one end of the movable measuring ruler is inserted into the wound to measure the depth of the wound. Then, the wound is marked with a colored pen according to the different depths of the wound. This allows for accurate and convenient recording of the size and depth of the wound undermining and sinus tract, providing a basis for the scientific assessment of the wound and the adjustment of the treatment plan.

[0014] (2) Pull down or push up the color pen so that the color pen can extend and retract. At this time, the color pen moves inside the movable sleeve. At this time, the bonding block moves from one side of the locking block to the other side. At the same time, the locking block is reset under the elastic force of the reset spring and blocks the bonding block, which can limit the extension and retraction of the color pen.

[0015] (3) Stand the ruler upright and insert one end of the movable measuring ruler into the wound so that it can use the silicone suction ball to absorb the exudate from the depth of the wound, making it convenient to test the pH value of the wound fluid, and the medical staff can record the measurement data on the recording sticker.

[0016] (4) By pulling the limit block upward to separate it from the limit groove, the fixation of the movable measuring ruler is released, and the movable measuring ruler is pulled. Then the limit block is released so that the limit block is reset under the elastic force of the tension spring and inserted into the corresponding limit hole. This can fix the movable measuring ruler after it has moved, thereby increasing the measuring range of the ruler to be suitable for measuring larger wounds. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the top section of the movable measuring ruler of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the connecting measuring ruler and the limiting block of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the main cross-sectional structure of the movable sleeve of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the color pen of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 4 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Right-angle measuring ruler; 2. Movable measuring ruler; 3. Connecting measuring ruler; 4. Silicone suction ball; 5. Movable sleeve; 6. Color pen; 7. Limiting hole; 8. Limiting block; 9. Adhesive block; 10. Locking block; 11. Deep groove; 12. Return spring. Detailed Implementation

[0024] 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.

[0025] Please see Figures 1-6 The present invention provides the following technical solution: a multi-functional measuring and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts;

[0026] Example 1: To address the problem in existing technologies where a single sterile forceps is used to detect the size of the wound undermining and the depth of the sinus tract, and another sterile forceps is used to locate the wound, while a conventional wound measuring ruler is used to compare the wound depth, this method is not only inefficient but also prone to wound contamination, affecting the wound healing process. Therefore, the following solution is disclosed for details. Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the device includes a right-angle measuring ruler 1, with connecting measuring rulers 3 fixed at both ends, and a movable measuring ruler 2 located at the end of the connecting measuring ruler 3 furthest from the right-angle measuring ruler 1; it also includes a movable sleeve 5 connected to the top of the right-angle measuring ruler 1, with a colored pen 6 inside the movable sleeve 5. One end of the connecting measuring ruler 3 extends into the movable measuring ruler 2, and the connecting measuring ruler 3 and the movable measuring ruler 2 are slidably connected. The movable sleeve 5 is rotatably connected to the top of the right-angle measuring ruler 1 via a shaft, and the colored pen 6... The top left and right sides are fixed with bonding blocks 9. The inside of the movable sleeve 5 is provided with deep grooves 11 at equal intervals on both sides. The inside of the deep grooves 11 is connected with locking blocks 10. The end of the locking block 10 is installed between the inner wall of the deep groove 11 and the return spring 12. The bottom of the colored pen 6 extends out of the lower surface of the movable sleeve 5. The colored pen 6 and the movable sleeve 5 are slidably connected. The bonding blocks 9 and the locking blocks 10 are positioned correspondingly. The locking blocks 10 and the movable sleeve 5 form an elastic telescopic structure through the return spring 12.

[0027] When using the device, medical staff place the ruler flat on the wound, ensuring it is flush with the wound edge. Using the right-angle measuring ruler 1, the movable measuring ruler 2, and the connecting measuring ruler 3, they can accurately measure the undermining and sinus tracts within the wound. When the wound depth needs to be measured, the medical staff stands the ruler upright and inserts one end of the movable measuring ruler 2 into the wound until it reaches the bottom, measuring the wound depth. A colored pen 6 is then used to mark the wound depth according to its different levels, allowing for accurate and convenient recording of the size and depth of the undermining and sinus tracts, providing a basis for scientific wound assessment and treatment adjustments. The colored pen 6 can then be extended or retracted by pulling it down or pushing it up. During this time, the colored pen 6 moves inside the movable sleeve 5, causing the adhesive block 9 to move from one side of the locking block 10 to the other. Simultaneously, the locking block 10 resets under the force of the return spring 12, blocking the adhesive block 9 and limiting the extension and retraction of the colored pen 6.

[0028] Example 2: Unlike Example 1, this example utilizes a silicone suction ball 4 to absorb exudate at the wound depth. See details... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a silicone suction ball 4 is provided at one end of each of the two movable measuring rulers 2, and the silicone suction ball 4 can be used to absorb the exudate at the depth of the wound. A recording sticker is provided at the middle position of the top of both the right-angle measuring ruler 1 and the movable measuring ruler 2.

[0029] When one end of the movable measuring ruler 2 is inserted into the wound, the silicone suction ball 4 can absorb the exudate from the depth of the wound, making it convenient to test the pH value of the wound fluid. The recording sticker allows medical staff to record the measurement data on it.

[0030] Example 3: Unlike Example 2, this example uses an extended movable measuring ruler 2 to measure larger wounds. See details... Figures 1-3 As shown, the measuring ruler 3 has equal-spaced limit holes 7 inside, and the top of the inner wall of the movable measuring ruler 2 is connected through a limit block 8. The limit block 8 and the movable measuring ruler 2 are slidably connected, and a tension spring is installed between the outer side of the limit block 8 and the top of the movable measuring ruler 2.

[0031] Medical staff can release the fixation of the movable measuring ruler 2 by pulling the limiting block 8 upward to separate it from the limiting hole 7, and then pull the movable measuring ruler 2. After that, they can release the limiting block 8, so that the limiting block 8 returns to its original position under the elastic force of the tension spring and inserts into the corresponding limiting hole 7. This can fix the movable measuring ruler 2 after it has been moved, thereby increasing the measuring range of the ruler to make it suitable for measuring larger wounds.

[0032] The contents not described in detail in this specification are existing technologies known to those skilled in the art.

[0033] Although the present invention 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 the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multifunctional measuring and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts, comprising a right-angle measuring ruler (1), wherein connecting measuring rulers (3) are fixed at both ends of the right-angle measuring ruler (1), and a movable measuring ruler (2) is provided at the end of the connecting measuring ruler (3) away from the right-angle measuring ruler (1); characterized in that, Also includes: The top of the right-angle measuring ruler (1) is connected to a movable sleeve (5), and a colored pen (6) is installed inside the movable sleeve (5). Adhesive blocks (9) are fixed on both the left and right sides of the top of the colored pen (6). Deep grooves (11) are equally spaced on both sides inside the movable sleeve (5), and a locking block (10) is connected inside the deep groove (11). A return spring (12) is installed between the end of the locking block (10) and the inner wall of the deep groove (11).

2. The multifunctional measurement and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the connecting measuring ruler (3) extends into the interior of the movable measuring ruler (2), and the connecting measuring ruler (3) and the movable measuring ruler (2) are slidably connected. The movable sleeve (5) is rotatably connected to the top of the right-angle measuring ruler (1) via a shaft.

3. The multifunctional measurement and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the color pen (6) extends out of the lower surface of the movable sleeve (5), and the color pen (6) and the movable sleeve (5) are slidably connected. The positions of the fitting block (9) and the locking block (10) are corresponding. The locking block (10) forms an elastic telescopic structure with the movable sleeve (5) through the return spring (12).

4. The multifunctional measurement and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both of the movable measuring rulers (2) are equipped with a silicone suction ball (4) at one end, and the silicone suction ball (4) can be used to absorb the exudate at the depth of the wound.

5. A multifunctional measuring and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts according to claim 1, characterized in that: Recording stickers are provided at the middle position of the top of both the right-angle measuring ruler (1) and the movable measuring ruler (2).

6. The multifunctional measurement and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts according to claim 1, characterized in that: Limiting holes (7) are equally spaced inside the connecting measuring ruler (3), and a limiting block (8) is connected through the top of the inner wall of the movable measuring ruler (2).

7. A multifunctional measuring and recording ruler for wound burrowing and sinus tracts according to claim 6, characterized in that: The limiting block (8) and the movable measuring ruler (2) are slidably connected, and a tension spring is installed between the outer side of the limiting block (8) and the top of the movable measuring ruler (2).

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