Internal support frame for lead suits

By designing an internal support frame for the lead apron and using an adjustable structure to distribute the weight of the lead apron, the problem of musculoskeletal strain caused by the weight of the lead apron for interventional radiology medical staff has been solved, thus improving their work comfort.

CN224330958UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-09HANGZHOU DASHTECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HANGZHOU DASHTECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-09
Publication Date
2026-06-09

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Interventional radiology staff wear lead aprons, which concentrate the weight on the shoulders and neck, for extended periods, leading to musculoskeletal strain, especially cervical and lumbar spine diseases. Current technology cannot effectively distribute the weight of the lead aprons.

Method used

Design an internal support frame for lead aprons, including top and waist support frames, with up-and-down and left-and-right adjustment structures, which can adjust the height and width of the lead apron according to the wearer's height and waist width, and provide support by contacting the seat to distribute the weight of the lead apron.

Benefits of technology

The adjustable internal support structure of the lead apron effectively alleviates fatigue caused by excessive weight, making it suitable for wearers of different body types, reducing the load on the shoulders and neck, and improving work comfort.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses an internal support frame for lead aprons, including a lead apron support frame. The top of the lead apron support frame abuts or connects to the inner shoulder of the lead apron, or the top of the lead apron support frame connects to the back of the lead apron. The lower end of the lead apron support frame directly abuts against a seat for support. The lead apron support frame is provided with a height adjustment structure and / or a left-right adjustment structure. The height adjustment structure can adjust the height of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's height, and the left-right adjustment structure can adjust the left-right width of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's waist width. When the wearer sits on the seat, the lead apron support frame abuts against the seat cushion, supporting the lead apron worn on the wearer, effectively relieving fatigue caused by excessive weight of the lead apron during surgery.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to an internal support frame for lead aprons. Background Technology

[0002] X-ray-guided interventional minimally invasive techniques are widely used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, covering almost all clinical departments, such as neurosurgery, gastroenterology, cardiovascular surgery, and oncology. However, X-rays are harmful to the human body. Interventional radiology staff who need to perform diagnostic or therapeutic procedures in a radiation environment must wear lead aprons. These staff members wear lead aprons (typically weighing 5-15 kg) for extended periods, with the weight concentrated in the neck and shoulder area, leading to musculoskeletal strain, especially cervical and lumbar spine diseases. Studies show that over half of interventional radiology physicians develop orthopedic conditions, such as lumbar and cervical spine diseases, during their careers. Therefore, an internal support frame for the lead apron is needed to support the apron and distribute its weight when the staff is seated. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an internal support frame for lead aprons to solve the existing technical defects and unmet technical requirements.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] An internal support frame for a lead apron includes a lead apron support frame. The top of the lead apron support frame abuts or connects to the inner side of the shoulder of the lead apron, or the top of the lead apron support frame connects to the back of the lead apron. The lower end of the lead apron support frame directly abuts against a seat for support. The lead apron support frame is provided with a height adjustment structure and / or a left-right adjustment structure. The height adjustment structure can adjust the height of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's height, and the left-right adjustment structure can adjust the left-right width of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's waist width.

[0006] Preferably, the lead apron support frame includes a top support frame and a waist support frame. The top of the top support frame abuts against or connects to the shoulder of the lead apron, or the top of the top support frame connects to the back of the lead apron. The waist support frame is located below the top support frame, and an up-and-down adjustment structure is provided between the waist support frame and the top support frame.

[0007] Preferably, the top of the top support frame is a first curved plate that conforms to the wearer's shoulder, and the first curved plate has an opening for the neck to extend out.

[0008] Preferably, the waist support frame is provided with side support frames on both sides, and the left and right adjustment structure is arranged between the waist support frame and the side support frames.

[0009] Preferably, the side support frame extends away from the waist support frame and has a second curved plate that fits against the wearer's waist. The second curved plate is provided with a strap that binds the wearer's waist so that the second curved plate fits against the wearer's waist.

[0010] Preferably, both the vertical adjustment structure and the horizontal adjustment structure include a locking structure and a guiding structure. The locking structure includes a limiting plate and a latch. The limiting plate has a rack structure along its length. The latch engages with the rack structure of the limiting plate to lock the limiting plate, thereby locking the relative positions of the top support frame and the waist support frame in the height direction, or locking the relative positions of the waist support frame and the side support frame in the width direction.

[0011] Preferably, the guide structure includes a guide plate and a guide block. The guide plate has guide holes along the height or width direction. The guide block slides within the guide holes. After the latch is unlocked, the relative positions of the top support frame and the waist support frame in the height direction can be adjusted, or the relative positions of the waist support frame and the side support frame in the width direction can be adjusted.

[0012] Preferably, the guide structure is provided in two sets, and the two sets of guide structures are respectively arranged on both sides of the locking structure.

[0013] Preferably, the part of the lead apron support frame that abuts against the seat cushion is provided with an arc-shaped abutment portion, the arc-shaped end face of the arc-shaped abutment portion is set downward and keeps in contact with the seat cushion, and the arc-shaped abutment portion is provided with an anti-slip soft rubber pad.

[0014] A method for using an internal support frame for lead aprons includes the following steps:

[0015] Step 1: Put the lead apron support frame on the wearer. Adjust the height of the support frame according to the wearer's height using the up-down adjustment mechanism and lock it with the buckle. Adjust the width of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's waist width using the left-right adjustment mechanism and lock it with the buckle.

[0016] Step 2: Put the lead apron on the wearer and place it over the lead apron support frame. The top of the lead apron support frame supports the lead apron. When the wearer sits on the chair, the bottom of the lead apron support frame directly abuts against the seat cushion, supporting the lead apron and reducing the load on the wearer.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0018] 1. First, put the lead apron support frame on the wearer, and then put the lead apron on the outside of the lead apron support frame. When the wearer sits on the chair, the lead apron support frame abuts against the seat cushion, and supports the lead apron worn on the wearer. During the operation, it effectively relieves fatigue caused by excessive weight of the lead apron. When standing, the lead apron support frame can move with the wearer, avoiding the need for external suspension structures to affect the wearer's movement.

[0019] 2. The vertical and horizontal adjustment structures allow for adjustment of the lead apron support frame's height and width, making it suitable for wearers of different body types. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the wearer sitting on the seat in Example 1;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the lead apron support frame structure in Example 1;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the arc-shaped contact part structure in Example 1;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the locking structure and guiding structure of Example 1. 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 4 An internal support frame for a lead apron includes a lead apron support frame. The top of the lead apron support frame extends above the wearer's shoulders and abuts or connects to the inner shoulder side of the lead apron 10130902. The lower end of the lead apron support frame directly abuts against the seat cushion of the seat 101309 for support. The lead apron support frame is provided with a height adjustment structure and / or a left-right adjustment structure. The height adjustment structure can adjust the height of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's height, and the left-right adjustment structure can adjust the left-right width of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's waist width. Alternatively, the top of the lead apron support frame can be connected to the back of the lead apron.

[0027] The lead apron support frame includes a top support frame 101309013 and a waist support frame 101309015. The top of the top support frame 101309013 abuts against or connects to the shoulder of the lead apron 10130902. The waist support frame 101309015 is located below the top support frame 101309013. An up-and-down adjustment structure is provided between the waist support frame 101309015 and the top support frame 101309013. Alternatively, the top of the top support frame 101309013 can be connected to the back of the lead apron.

[0028] The waist support frame 101309015 is provided with side support frames 101309016 on both sides, and the left and right adjustment structure is set between the waist support frame 101309015 and the side support frames 101309016.

[0029] Both the vertical adjustment structure and the horizontal adjustment structure include a locking structure and a guiding structure. The locking structure includes a limiting plate and a latch. The limiting plate has a rack structure along its length. The latch engages with the rack structure of the limiting plate to lock the limiting plate, thereby locking the relative position of the top support frame and the waist support frame in the height direction, or locking the relative position of the waist support frame and the side support frame in the width direction.

[0030] The guide structure includes a guide plate and a guide block. The guide plate has guide holes along the height or width direction. The guide block slides within the guide holes. After the latch is unlocked, the relative positions of the top support frame and the waist support frame in the height direction can be adjusted, or the relative positions of the waist support frame and the side support frame in the width direction can be adjusted.

[0031] The guide structure is provided in two sets, and the two sets of guide structures are respectively set on both sides of the locking structure.

[0032] Specifically, the bottom of the seat 101309 slides directly using casters 10130901, while the top support frame 101309013 is located inside the lead apron 10130902. The top of the top support frame 101309013 connects to or abuts against the shoulder area of ​​the lead apron 10130902. The top of the top support frame 101309013 is a first curved plate 1013090131 that conforms to the wearer's shoulders. The first curved plate 1013090131 has an opening for the neck to extend. The top support frame 101309013... A lumbar support frame 101309015 is provided below, and side support frames 101309016 are provided on both sides of the lumbar support frame 101309015. A second curved plate 1013090161 that fits against the wearer's waist is provided on the side support frame 101309016 away from the lumbar support frame 101309015. A strap (not shown in the figure) is provided on the second curved plate 1013090161. The strap is used to bind the wearer's waist so that the second curved plate 1013090161 fits against the wearer's waist.

[0033] A height-adjustable structure is provided between the lumbar support frame 101309015 and the top support frame 101309013, allowing for height adjustment according to the wearer's height. A left-right adjustable structure is provided between the lumbar support frame 101309015 and the side support frame 101309016, allowing for width adjustment according to the wearer's waist width. The principle and structure of the height-adjustable and left-right adjustable structures are the same. Taking the height-adjustable structure as an example, it includes a guide plate 101309017. One end of the guide plate 101309017 is fixedly connected to the top support frame 101309013, and the other end of the guide plate 101309017 has a guide hole 101309019. A guide block 101309018 is fixedly connected to the lumbar support frame 101309015, and the guide block 101309018 slides within the guide hole 101309019. This allows the top support frame 101309013 to move in the height direction. The top support frame 101309013 is fixedly connected to a limiting plate 101309020, which has a rack structure in the height direction. A latch 101309021 is fixed to the waist support frame 101309015. The latch 101309021 engages with the rack structure of the limiting plate 101309020 to lock the limiting plate 101309020 in place. Lock 101309020 to secure the relative height of the top support frame 101309013 and the lumbar support frame 101309015. After unlocking 101309021, the relative height of the top support frame 101309013 and the lumbar support frame 101309015 can be adjusted, allowing the height of the top support frame 101309013 to be adjusted and locked according to the wearer's height. Similarly, the side support frame 101309016 can be adjusted left and right according to the wearer's waist width and locked.

[0034] Alternatively, the height adjustment structure can be set on the side support frame 101309016, in which case the top support frame 101309013 is directly connected to the waist support frame 101309015, and the height can be adjusted according to the height of different wearers.

[0035] When the wearer sits on the seat 101309, the lower end surfaces of the lumbar support frame 101309015 and / or the two side support frames 101309016 abut against the seat 101309, thereby supporting the lead apron 10130902, offsetting part of the weight of the lead apron 10130902, and reducing the wearer's fatigue.

[0036] like Figure 3The side support frame 101309016 abuts against the seat 101309 with an arc-shaped abutment part 10130901601. The arc-shaped end face of the arc-shaped abutment part 10130901601 faces downward. The arc-shaped abutment part 10130901601 can maintain effective contact with the seat cushion of the seat 101309 when the wearer's back moves back and forth, thus always supporting the lead apron 10130902. The arc-shaped abutment part 10130901601 is provided with an anti-slip soft rubber pad (not shown in the figure) to prevent the lead apron support frame from slipping against the seat 101309.

[0037] Example 2

[0038] A method for using an internal support frame for lead aprons includes the following steps:

[0039] Step 1: Put the lead apron support frame on the wearer. Adjust the height of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's height using the up-down adjustment mechanism and lock it with the buckle. Adjust the left-right width of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's waist width using the left-right adjustment mechanism and lock it with the buckle.

[0040] Step 2: Put the lead apron on the wearer and put it over the lead apron support frame. When the wearer sits on the chair, the lower end of the lead apron support frame directly abuts against the seat cushion to support the lead apron and reduce the load on the wearer.

[0041] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and thus all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this utility model. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0042] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. An internal support frame for lead aprons, characterized in that, The device includes a lead apron support frame, the top of which abuts or connects to the inner shoulder of the lead apron, or the top of which connects to the back of the lead apron. The lower end of the lead apron support frame directly abuts against a seat for support. The lead apron support frame is equipped with a height adjustment structure and / or a left-right adjustment structure. The height adjustment structure can adjust the height of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's height, and the left-right adjustment structure can adjust the left-right width of the lead apron support frame according to the wearer's waist width.

2. The lead apron internal support frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lead apron support frame includes a top support frame and a waist support frame. The top of the top support frame abuts against or connects to the shoulder of the lead apron, or the top of the top support frame connects to the back of the lead apron. The waist support frame is located below the top support frame, and an up-and-down adjustment structure is provided between the waist support frame and the top support frame.

3. The lead apron internal support frame according to claim 2, characterized in that, The top of the top support frame is a first curved plate that conforms to the wearer's shoulders, and the first curved plate has an opening for the neck to extend out.

4. The lead apron internal support frame according to claim 2, characterized in that, The waist support frame is provided with side support frames on both sides, and the left and right adjustment structure is set between the waist support frame and the side support frames.

5. The lead apron internal support frame according to claim 4, characterized in that, The side support frame extends away from the waist support frame and has a second curved plate that fits against the wearer's waist. The second curved plate is provided with a strap that binds the wearer's waist to make the second curved plate fit against the wearer's waist.

6. The lead apron internal support frame according to claim 4, characterized in that, Both the vertical adjustment structure and the horizontal adjustment structure include a locking structure and a guiding structure. The locking structure includes a limiting plate and a latch. The limiting plate has a rack structure along its length. The latch engages with the rack structure of the limiting plate to lock the limiting plate, thereby locking the relative position of the top support frame and the waist support frame in the height direction, or locking the relative position of the waist support frame and the side support frame in the width direction.

7. The lead apron internal support frame according to claim 6, characterized in that, The guide structure includes a guide plate and a guide block. The guide plate has guide holes along the height or width direction. The guide block slides within the guide holes. After the latch is unlocked, the relative positions of the top support frame and the waist support frame in the height direction can be adjusted, or the relative positions of the waist support frame and the side support frame in the width direction can be adjusted.

8. The lead apron internal support frame according to claim 6, characterized in that, The guide structure is provided in two sets, and the two sets of guide structures are respectively set on both sides of the locking structure.

9. The lead apron internal support frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lead apron support frame has an arc-shaped contact part at the part that abuts against the seat cushion. The arc-shaped end face of the arc-shaped contact part is set downward and keeps in contact with the seat cushion. The arc-shaped contact part is provided with an anti-slip soft rubber pad.