Comfortable positioning pads for ultrasound examination patients

By designing a patient positioning support pad for ultrasound examinations, the problem of unstable positioning support in traditional examination methods has been solved. The pad allows for adjustment of height and angle, improving diagnostic accuracy and patient comfort, and adapting to different patients and examination needs.

CN224269332UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-26DEYANG JINGYANG DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (DEYANG JINGYANG DISTRICT PEOPLES HOSPITAL)
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
DEYANG JINGYANG DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (DEYANG JINGYANG DISTRICT PEOPLES HOSPITAL)
Filing Date
2025-04-03
Publication Date
2026-05-26

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of auxiliary support technology, specifically an auxiliary support for comfortable positioning of patients undergoing ultrasound examinations. It includes a fixed sponge pad with a square groove at its top, into which a square slider is movably inserted. A movable sponge pad is fixed to the top of the square slider. A pre-drilled hole is formed through the surface of the square slider, into which a threaded post is movably inserted. A circular rod is movably inserted to the top of the fixed sponge pad. A circular groove is formed at the top of the movable sponge pad, into which a rubber rod is movably inserted. A silicone pad is fixed to the top of the rubber rod, and the top of the silicone pad has an arc-shaped groove. This utility model, through the combined use of the fixed sponge pad, circular rod, threaded post, square slider, and pre-drilled hole, enables adjustment of the auxiliary support height, allowing for appropriate raising or lowering of the limb.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of auxiliary pads technology, specifically to an auxiliary pad for comfortable positioning of patients undergoing ultrasound examinations. Background Technology

[0002] Arteriovenous fistula is a common pathological condition in vascular surgery, often used as a vascular access for hemodialysis patients. It is crucial for maintaining dialysis treatment. During ultrasound examination of arteriovenous fistula, the patient needs to maintain a specific position to fully expose the examination site, so that the doctor can accurately obtain ultrasound images of the arteriovenous fistula.

[0003] Traditional examination methods often rely solely on an examination bed and a few ordinary soft pillows to assist patients in positioning. However, ordinary soft pillows are difficult to adjust in height and provide positional support according to the specific location of the arteriovenous fistula and the special requirements of ultrasound examination, which affects the accuracy of diagnosis. In addition, different patients have different limb thicknesses, and different ultrasound examinations require different limbs, making it difficult to provide stable support and easily interfering with the smooth progress of the examination.

[0004] To address these issues, we propose a comfort-enhancing pad for ultrasound examination patients. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a comfortable positioning aid for patients undergoing ultrasound examinations, in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a patient positioning aid for ultrasound examination, including a fixed sponge pad.

[0007] The top of the fixed sponge pad has a square groove, and a square slider is movably inserted in the square groove. The top of the square slider is fixed with a movable sponge pad. A reserved hole is opened through the surface of the square slider, and a threaded post is movably inserted in the reserved hole. A round rod is movably inserted at the top of the fixed sponge pad.

[0008] The fixed sponge pad and the movable sponge pad have an arc-shaped groove on one side, and the movable sponge pad has a circular groove at its top. A rubber rod is movably inserted into the circular groove, and a silicone pad is fixed to the top of the rubber rod. The top of the silicone pad has an arc-shaped groove.

[0009] Preferably, the curvature of the top of the movable sponge pad matches the curvature of the bottom of the silicone pad. The movable sponge pad and the silicone pad are movable, allowing them to be placed stably. This makes them suitable for patients of different ages and limb sizes, improving flexibility. The sponge material is soft, improving comfort, while the silicone material is harder than the sponge material, providing better support.

[0010] Preferably, the circular grooves are provided in two sets, and the two sets of circular grooves are symmetrically provided on the top of the movable sponge pad. The rubber material has good friction and can increase the stability during use.

[0011] Preferably, the rubber rods are symmetrically provided in two sets, and the two sets of rubber rods are adapted to the circular grooves, which facilitates adjustment according to usage needs and is suitable for patients with different limb thicknesses.

[0012] Preferably, two sets of circular rods are symmetrically arranged, and the top ends of the two sets of circular rods are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the movable sponge pad to reduce displacement during use, thereby contributing to the stability of arteriovenous fistula examination during ultrasound.

[0013] Preferably, one end of the threaded insert passes through one side of the fixed sponge pad and the reserved hole, and is movably inserted into the inner wall of the fixed sponge pad, so that the height of the pad can be adjusted for use in the detection of different ultrasonic parts.

[0014] Preferably, multiple sets of reserved holes are provided, and the multiple sets of reserved holes are vertically equidistantly distributed, which can limit and fix the pad.

[0015] This invention provides a comfort support pad for patients undergoing ultrasound examinations, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] By using a combination of fixed sponge pads, round rods, threaded posts, square sliders, and pre-drilled holes, the height of the auxiliary support can be adjusted. This allows for appropriate elevation or lowering of the limb, making the angle between the blood vessel and the ultrasound probe more favorable for the propagation and reflection of ultrasound waves. This positions the arteriovenous fistula at a suitable ultrasound detection angle, thus more clearly displaying the size and location of the fistula opening, as well as the branching of surrounding blood vessels, improving diagnostic accuracy. It also allows doctors to quickly and easily adjust the patient's position without spending a lot of time repositioning the patient or finding suitable supports, improving the efficiency of ultrasound examinations.

[0017] By using a combination of movable sponge pads, silicone pads, circular grooves, arc-shaped grooves, and rubber rods, the device can adapt to patients with limbs of varying sizes. This allows for better fixation of the limb, keeping it in a suitable examination position and reducing limb movement during the examination. This minimizes image artifacts caused by limb movement, thereby improving image quality and diagnostic accuracy. The device can also be adjusted according to the actual condition of the patient's limb, reducing situations where the limb is suspended or compressed, allowing the patient to maintain a natural and relaxed posture during the examination and improving comfort. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional front view of the structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is an exploded side view of the structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the movable sponge pad of this utility model.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Fixed sponge pad; 2. Movable sponge pad; 3. Silicone pad; 4. Arc groove; 5. Circular groove; 6. Arc groove; 7. Rubber rod; 8. Circular rod; 9. Threaded post; 10. Square slider; 11. Reserved hole; 12. Square groove. 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] Example 1

[0026] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this embodiment proposes a comfort assistive pad for ultrasound examination patients, including a fixed sponge pad 1 with a square groove 12 at its top, a square slider 10 movably inserted in the square groove 12, a movable sponge pad 2 fixed at the top of the square slider 10, a reserved hole 11 through the surface of the square slider 10, a threaded post 9 movably inserted in the reserved hole 11, and a circular rod 8 movably inserted at the top of the fixed sponge pad 1; two sets of circular rods 8 are symmetrically arranged, and the tops of the two sets of circular rods 8 are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the movable sponge pad 2; one end of the threaded post 9 movably passes through one side of the fixed sponge pad 1 and the reserved hole 11, and is movably inserted into the inner wall of the fixed sponge pad 1; multiple sets of reserved holes 11 are provided, and the multiple sets of reserved holes 11 are vertically equidistantly distributed.

[0027] In the above embodiment, when in use, the whole unit is placed in a suitable position. When the height needs to be adjusted, the threaded post 9 is rotated counterclockwise to remove it. The distance between the movable sponge pad 2 and the fixed sponge pad 1 is moved up and down. As the movable sponge pad 2 moves, the circular rod 8 and the square slider 10 move up and down in the fixed sponge pad 1. After moving to a suitable position, the threaded post 9 is inserted into the fixed sponge pad 1 and the corresponding reserved hole 11. The threaded post 9 is rotated clockwise so that the threaded post 9 and the fixed sponge pad 1 are connected by threads. Finally, the use position of the fixed sponge pad 1 and the movable sponge pad 2 is fixed.

[0028] Example 2

[0029] like Figure 4 As shown, based on the same concept as the above embodiment, this embodiment also proposes: an arc-shaped groove 4 is provided on one side of the fixed sponge pad 1 and the movable sponge pad 2, a circular groove 5 is provided at the top of the movable sponge pad 2, and a rubber rod 7 is movably inserted in the circular groove 5. A silicone pad 3 is fixed at the top of the rubber rod 7, and an arc-shaped groove 6 is provided at the top of the silicone pad 3; the curvature of the top of the movable sponge pad 2 matches the curvature of the bottom of the silicone pad 3, and the movable sponge pad 2 and the silicone pad 3 are movably arranged; two sets of circular grooves 5 are provided, and the two sets of circular grooves 5 are symmetrically provided at the top of the movable sponge pad 2; two sets of rubber rods 7 are symmetrically provided, and the two sets of rubber rods 7 are adapted to the circular grooves 5.

[0030] In the above embodiment, the fixed sponge pad 1 and the movable sponge pad 2 are placed at the position where the patient needs support, so that the arc-shaped groove 4 contacts the patient's limb to support the limb. If it is necessary to elevate the patient's limb, the fixed sponge pad 1 and the movable sponge pad 2 can be placed under the patient's limb. If it is necessary to lower the elevation, the movable sponge pad 2 can be removed. Alternatively, depending on the different parts of the patient's limb, the pads can be placed at the top of the movable sponge pad 2 or in the arc-shaped groove 6 of the silicone pad 3. When the silicone pad 3 is needed, the two sets of rubber rods 7 are inserted into the circular grooves 5 respectively for fixation. The pads can be selected and used according to various usage needs.

[0031] Finally, several points should be noted: First, in the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linkage" should be interpreted broadly, and can refer to mechanical or electrical connections, or internal connections between two components, or direct connections. Terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are only used to indicate relative positional relationships; when the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may change. Second, the accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed in this utility model only involve structures relevant to the embodiments disclosed in this utility model. Other structures can refer to common designs. Where there is no conflict, the same embodiment and different embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other. Finally, the above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A patient positioning aid for ultrasound examination, including a fixed sponge pad (1), characterized in that: The top of the fixed sponge pad (1) is provided with a square groove (12), and a square slider (10) is movably inserted in the square groove (12). A movable sponge pad (2) is fixed at the top of the square slider (10). A reserved hole (11) is provided through the surface of the square slider (10), and a threaded post (9) is movably inserted in the reserved hole (11). A round rod (8) is movably inserted at the top of the fixed sponge pad (1). An arc-shaped groove (4) is provided on one side of the fixed sponge pad (1) and the movable sponge pad (2). A circular groove (5) is provided at the top of the movable sponge pad (2), and a rubber rod (7) is movably inserted in the circular groove (5). A silicone pad (3) is fixed at the top of the rubber rod (7), and an arc-shaped groove (6) is provided at the top of the silicone pad (3).

2. The ultrasound examination patient positioning aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The curvature of the top of the movable sponge pad (2) matches the curvature of the bottom of the silicone pad (3), and the movable sponge pad (2) and the silicone pad (3) are movably set.

3. The ultrasound examination patient positioning aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The circular groove (5) is provided in two sets, and the two sets of circular grooves (5) are symmetrically provided on the top of the movable sponge pad (2).

4. The ultrasound examination patient positioning aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rubber rod (7) is symmetrically provided in two sets, and the two sets of rubber rods (7) are adapted to the circular groove (5).

5. The ultrasound examination patient positioning aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two sets of circular rods (8) are symmetrically arranged, and the top ends of the two sets of circular rods (8) are fixedly connected to the bottom end of the movable sponge pad (2).

6. The ultrasound examination patient positioning aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the threaded insert (9) movably passes through one side of the fixed sponge pad (1) and the reserved hole (11), and is movably inserted into the inner wall of the fixed sponge pad (1).

7. The ultrasound examination patient positioning aid according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reserved holes (11) are provided in multiple sets, and the multiple sets of reserved holes (11) are vertically equidistantly distributed.