Lamina fixation device

Abstract

The present invention proposes a lamina fixation device, which is composed of a main part, which includes two "X" shaped cross straps, which are connected to each other by a first transverse strap, which passes through two buckles provided on the cross straps and is also connected with two corresponding tortoise back buckles. The upper region of the device has a second transverse strap, which is parallel to the first transverse strap, also passes through a second pair of buckles provided on the cross straps and is connected at its ends with corresponding tortoise back buckles. Advantageously, the configuration of the fixation device, which limits the patient, can be supplemented with an upper torso strap to increase the safety level of the patient during the transfer.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a laminar fixation device based on a specially designed, easier-to-bind strap system that prevents the patient from sliding and moving on the laminar plate.

[0002] Therefore, this invention is designed for use in medical and rescue applications in public roads, homes, mountainous areas, and even military fields.

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a device for medical emergency technicians, emergency personnel, military doctors, etc., which fixes the patient to the vertebral plate in a simple and intuitive way, thereby preventing the patient from sliding during the journey from the starting point to the destination (ambulance, emergency point, etc.) or even during evacuation in hard-to-reach areas. Background Technology

[0004] A lamina is a very effective accessory for transferring a patient from one place to another to prevent spinal cord injury during the transfer.

[0005] This type of device consists of a thin plate with a flat size suitable for receiving the patient, and has a series of holes through which transverse straps for securing the patient's body pass.

[0006] More specifically, the device's clamping system with 10 anchor points provides a less-than-perfect arrangement because, apart from the patient's head, the patient's body is only secured laterally, not longitudinally, thus reducing the quality of care as the straps cannot provide complete and secure fixation. Consequently, the patient may end up sliding downwards during transfer, causing significant friction and pain in the neck, as the neck is the only longitudinal support point. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The laminectomy device provides a simple yet effective solution that satisfactorily addresses the aforementioned issues by providing adequate lateral and longitudinal stabilization for the patient and relieving unnecessary stress in the head region.

[0008] To this end, the device of the present invention has a main component based on a series of interconnected straps forming an integral element. The main component is designed to restrain the patient’s hip and groin areas by fastening the straps, thereby ensuring perfect lateral stability of the patient on the lamina and preventing longitudinal slippage.

[0009] More specifically, the main component has two "X"-shaped intersecting straps, each end of which is equipped with a corresponding turtle-back buckle. The intersecting straps are connected to each other in the upper middle region by a transverse strap passing through buckles disposed within the intersecting straps. Furthermore, the device also has a second transverse strap in the upper region, parallel to the first transverse strap, which also passes through a second pair of buckles disposed on the transverse strap, and its end is equipped with a corresponding turtle-back buckle.

[0010] Starting with the first and main elements, a first transverse strap is positioned over the patient's pelvic region, passing through a side hole in the lamina to be secured at its end by a turtle-back buckle and conforming to the patient's ergonomics. Simultaneously, an "X"-shaped cross strap passes through the patient's groin region to inhibit its upward direction, then passes through a perforation in the lamina at the upper free end of the "X"-shaped cross strap, and finally defines the groin region by fastening and adjusting the ends of the strap.

[0011] A second transverse strap participating in the main component passes through the corresponding side hole of the lamina and is then connected at its end to the posterior region of the lamina via its fastening device, so that the patient's arm can be fixed at the level of the forearm.

[0012] Optionally, the device of the present invention may be equipped with two additional elements to increase the safety of the patient during the transfer process.

[0013] Therefore, optionally, the device has a second fastening element consisting of an upper torso fastening strap that terminates at both ends in complementary and adjustable dorsal buckles, designed for transverse implantation into the patient, the strap passing through the armpit and through a lateral foramen of the lamina at the said height.

[0014] Finally, the third element is designed to secure the patient's lower limbs and is achieved by a slender foot fastening band, which includes trident fasteners at four midpoints in addition to its free end. The engagement of the trident fasteners allows for the formation of a hoop for the patient's foot in the anterior region of the foot, which is connected to the lamina through its free end. This again allows for additional support points and longitudinal fastening for the lateral fastening provided by the other bands.

[0015] The foot fastening band can be oversized to allow it to form an "X" with its ends, thus allowing the material to be secured between the patient's legs during transfer.

[0016] In this way, a laminectomy device has been developed that is more effective, more comfortable, and safer than existing binding systems to date. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To supplement the following description and to aid in a better understanding of the features of the invention, a set of plan views is included as part of the description, according to a preferred embodiment of the invention, wherein the following are shown in an illustrative rather than restrictive manner:

[0018] Figure 1 A plan view of the main support element in a device for fixing a patient to a vertebral lamina, made according to the present invention, is shown, particularly relating to the main support element with two cross straps and two transverse straps, serving as a patient support element for the patient's hip, groin, and forearm regions.

[0019] Figure 2 A plan view of the second element involved in the device of the present invention, namely the fastening band at the level of the patient's upper torso, is shown.

[0020] Figure 3 A plan view of the third element involved in the device of the present invention, namely the strap for securing the user's foot, is shown.

[0021] Figure 4 It shows Figure 3 The reverse planar diagram of the components.

[0022] Figure 5 It shows Figure 1 A top view of the device in its operating state.

[0023] Figure 6 It shows Figure 2 A top view of the component in its operating state.

[0024] Figure 7 It shows Figure 3 and Figure 4 A top view of the component in its operating state. Detailed Implementation

[0025] From the accompanying drawings, in particular Figure 1 and Figure 5 It can be seen that the laminar fixation device (7) includes a main component (1), namely the... Figure 1 and Figure 5The component shown includes two X-shaped cross straps (2) joined by two corresponding turtle-back buckles [(3), (3')]. The cross straps (2) are interconnected by a first transverse strap (4) which passes through two buckles (5) provided on the cross straps (2) and is also connected by two corresponding turtle-back buckles [(3), (3')]. The upper region of the device has a second transverse strap (6) which is parallel to the first transverse strap (4), also passes through a second pair of buckles (5') provided on the cross straps (2), and is connected at its ends by corresponding turtle-back buckles [(3), (3')].

[0026] According to the embodiment shown in the accompanying drawings, in order to place the device of the present invention, the first transverse band (4) will first be presented in the patient's pelvic region.

[0027] Once the band passes through the nearest hole (8) on the lamina (7) from the patient's body, the band will be tightened and adjusted.

[0028] In itself, the cross strap (2) will be given a 45° angle to avoid putting pressure on the iliac crest and causing pain to the patient.

[0029] To place the strap (2), it will pass over the patient's knee and pass through a hole, and be raised up to the groin in a zigzag pattern to avoid unnecessary friction. Once the strap (2) is in the groin, it is engaged by a turtle-back buckle [(3), (3')].

[0030] The joining is accomplished as follows: after the band (2) passes through the groin, the cross band (2) passes through the same hole (8) through which the first transverse band (4) passes, and is taken out again from the hole (8) immediately above it, and then joined to create a secure band for the patient.

[0031] As for the second transverse band (6), as Figure 5 As shown, it is designed to keep the patient's arm in place during movement.

[0032] The transverse strap (6) is designed to remain at the height and radius of the cube to avoid interfering with any possible path that has been placed on the patient.

[0033] The device can optionally be fitted with an upper torso fastening strap (9), such as Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, it is equipped with complementary and adjustable turtle-back buckles at both ends [(3), (3')], designed to laterally stabilize the patient by passing through the side holes (8) of the lamina (7) at that height through the armpit.

[0034] Finally, according to Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 The device of the present invention may optionally be equipped with a third element for fixing the patient’s lower limbs.

[0035] The third element is embodied in a foot brace (10) with two corresponding and adjustable back buckles at each end [(3), (3')]. The brace is characterized by additional back buckles [(3), (3')] at the four midpoints of the brace (10). The engagement of these back buckles allows a closed loop to be formed at the level of the lower leg area, which can act as stirrups for the patient's foot.

[0036] Because these turtle-back buckles [(3), (3')] are adjustable, they allow the closing rings to function as tight stirrups to fit the user's foot structure, so that once adjusted, the straps (10) can be engaged to the lamina (7) through corresponding holes or openings (8). The straps (10) can be enlarged to accommodate an "X" shape extending above the lamina (7), which can be used to secure the material between the legs during patient transfer.

Claims

1. A laminectomy device, characterized in that, The laminar fixation device includes a main component (1) containing two "X"-shaped cross straps (2) joined by two corresponding turtle-back buckles [(3), (3')]. The cross straps (2) are interconnected by a first transverse strap (4) which passes through two buckles (5) on the cross straps (2) and is also connected by two corresponding turtle-back buckles [(3), (3')]. The upper region of the device has a second transverse strap (6) which is parallel to the first transverse strap (4), also passes through a second pair of buckles (5') on the cross straps (2), and is connected at its end by corresponding turtle-back buckles [(3), (3')].

2. The laminectomy device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vertebral plate fixation device has an upper trunk fastening strap (9), which is connected at both ends by corresponding and adjustable turtle-back buckles [(3), (3')].

3. The laminectomy device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The laminar fixation device has a foot fastening band (10), each end of which has two corresponding and adjustable back buckles [(3), (3')], and adjustable back buckles [(3), (3')] are included at the four midpoints of the fastening band (10). The engagement of these back buckles allows a closed loop to be formed at the level of the lower leg area, which can act as stirrups for the patient's foot.

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