Diaphragm training device

By designing a diaphragm training device with a restraint strap and support components, the problem of existing devices requiring the user to lie down has been solved. This device enables portable diaphragm training and flexible adjustment of training intensity, improving the training comfort and convenience for COPD patients.

CN224331455UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-09NANNING EIGHTH PEOPLES HOSPITAL

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NANNING EIGHTH PEOPLES HOSPITAL
Filing Date
2025-07-16
Publication Date
2026-06-09

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing diaphragm training devices require patients to lie down, which is inconvenient to operate and makes it difficult to adjust the training intensity, thus failing to meet the portability and flexible training needs of COPD patients.

Method used

A diaphragm training device was designed, comprising a restraint strap, an adjustment component, and a support component. It is fixed to the patient's chest and abdomen with Velcro, and provides elastic support using a support flat tube and a support plate. The support component supports the arm, enabling portable diaphragm training. The training intensity can be adjusted by changing the position of the Velcro.

Benefits of technology

It enables portable diaphragm training, improves training comfort and flexibility, avoids prolonged arm soreness, and meets the convenient and flexible training needs of COPD patients.

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Abstract

This utility model belongs to the technical field of diaphragm training tools, specifically a diaphragm training device, including a binding strap. A first Velcro fastener is fixed to one side wall of the binding strap, and a second Velcro fastener is fixed to the other side wall of the binding strap. The first Velcro fastener is adhered to one side of the second Velcro fastener. An adjustment component is movably sleeved on the outer side of the middle portion of the binding strap. The adjustment component includes a supporting flat cylinder, a supporting spring, and a supporting plate. The supporting flat cylinder is movably sleeved on the outer side of the middle portion of the binding strap. This utility model allows patients to perform diaphragm resistance training at any time after wearing the binding strap. It is easy to carry and use, and does not require the patient to lie down, resulting in high training comfort. Furthermore, when it is necessary to adjust the training intensity according to the rehabilitation progress, the patient can pull both ends of the binding strap to adjust the adhesion position, thereby adjusting the tightness of the binding strap and thus adjusting the compression force of the supporting plate on the patient's chest and abdomen, thereby adjusting the resistance to chest and abdominal expansion. The adjustment is flexible, convenient, and highly practical.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of diaphragm training tools, specifically relating to a diaphragm training device. Background Technology

[0002] The diaphragm is a flat, thin, broad muscle that bulges upwards in a dome shape. It is located between the thoracic and abdominal cavities, forming the floor of the thoracic cavity and the roof of the abdominal cavity. The diaphragm is the main respiratory muscle. When it contracts, the diaphragmatic dome descends, expanding the volume of the thoracic cavity to aid inhalation; when it relaxes, the diaphragmatic dome rises back to its original position, reducing the volume of the thoracic cavity to aid in exhalation.

[0003] Currently, COPD patients need diaphragmatic training during rehabilitation care. There are various training methods, the most common being diaphragmatic resistance training. This involves placing sandbags or books on the abdomen after the patient lies down to increase the resistance to abdominal expansion during breathing, causing the abdomen to slowly rise against the resistance. Repeated breathing is then performed to train the diaphragm. However, this training requires the patient to lie down, restricting their movement. Furthermore, the sandbags or books need to be added or removed according to the training intensity, making the operation inconvenient. Therefore, a diaphragmatic training device is needed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, this utility model provides a diaphragm training device that is easy to carry and use, convenient to operate, and flexible in adjustment.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a diaphragm training device, comprising a binding band, a first Velcro fastener fixed to one side wall of the binding band, and a second Velcro fastener fixed to the other side wall of the binding band, the first Velcro fastener being adhered to one side of the second Velcro fastener, an adjustment assembly movably sleeved on the outer side of the middle portion of the binding band, the adjustment assembly comprising a support flat cylinder, a support spring, and a support plate, the support flat cylinder being movably sleeved on the outer side of the middle portion of the binding band, a support spring fixed to one side wall of the support flat cylinder, and a support plate fixedly connected to one end of the support spring.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution of the diaphragm training device of this utility model, a first support component is movably sleeved on the outer side of one end of the binding band. The first support component includes an arc-shaped flat cylinder and a support frame. The arc-shaped flat cylinder is movably sleeved on the outer side of the binding band, and the support frame is inserted into the side wall of the arc-shaped flat cylinder.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution of the diaphragm training device of this utility model, a positioning cylinder is fixed in the middle of one side wall of the arc-shaped flat cylinder, the positioning cylinder is inclined, and the lower end of the support frame is inserted into the inner side of the positioning cylinder.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of the diaphragm training device of this utility model, the support frame includes a connecting rod, an arc-shaped support rod and a plug-in rod. The lower end of the connecting rod is fixed with the plug-in rod, and the lower end of the plug-in rod is inserted into the inner side of the positioning cylinder. The upper end of the connecting rod is fixedly connected with the arc-shaped support rod.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of the diaphragm training device of this utility model, a friction ring is fixed on the outer wall of the plug rod, and the friction ring is made of flexible material.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of the diaphragm training device of this utility model, a second support component is movably sleeved on the other side of the restraint strap, and the second support component has the same structure as the first support component.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of the diaphragm training device of this utility model, a support pad is fixed on one side wall of the support plate.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0013] In use, this invention utilizes a restraint strap and an adjustment component. When COPD patients undergo diaphragm training, the supporting flat cylinder of the adjustment component is attached to the middle of the restraint strap. The restraint strap is then wrapped around the patient's chest and abdomen and secured. This allows the support plate on the side wall of the supporting flat cylinder to press against the patient's chest and abdomen under the elastic support of the support spring, thus achieving the pressure effect of a sandbag in conventional diaphragm resistance training. This increases the resistance to chest and abdominal expansion during breathing, allowing patients to perform diaphragm resistance training anytime after wearing the restraint strap. It is easy to carry and use, and does not require the patient to lie down, resulting in high training comfort. Furthermore, when it is necessary to adjust the training intensity according to the rehabilitation progress, the patient can pull on both ends of the restraint strap to adjust the adhesion position, thereby adjusting the tightness of the restraint strap and the pressure of the support plate on the patient's chest and abdomen, thus adjusting the resistance to chest and abdominal expansion. The adjustment is flexible, convenient, and highly practical.

[0014] Furthermore, by setting up the first and second support components, when the patient is performing diaphragm training, if isometric diaphragm contraction training is required (i.e., clasping hands together and raising them straight up, slowly inhaling through the nose, fully expanding the chest to both sides, and exhaling evenly and slowly through the mouth), conventional isometric diaphragm contraction training requires the patient to raise or expand their arms to both sides. Prolonged arm expansion can easily cause soreness and lack of support. This solution can connect the two support components to support both sides of the restraint belt, thereby supporting the patient's arms, improving patient comfort, and making it highly practical. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the restraint strap of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the adjustment component of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the first support component of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 4 Enlarged diagram of point A in the middle.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Restraint strap; 11. First Velcro strap; 12. Second Velcro strap; 2. Adjustment assembly; 21. Support flat cylinder; 22. Support spring; 23. Support plate; 231. Support pad; 3. First support assembly; 31. Arc-shaped flat cylinder; 311. Positioning cylinder; 32. Support frame; 321. Connecting rod; 322. Arc-shaped support rod; 323. Insert rod; 324. Friction ring; 4. Second support assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0022] 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. Example

[0023] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model provides the following technical solution: a diaphragm training device, including a restraint belt 1, which can be fixed around the patient's chest and abdomen. An adjustment component 2 is movably sleeved on the outer side of the middle part of the restraint belt 1. The adjustment component 2 includes a supporting flat cylinder 21, a supporting spring 22, and a supporting plate 23, as shown in the attached drawing. Figure 1 and attached Figure 3The support tube 21 is movably sleeved on the outer side of the middle of the restraint band 1, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly. The position of the adjustment component 2 can be easily adjusted according to the patient's body shape. A support spring 22 is fixed to one side wall of the support tube 21, and a support plate 23 is fixedly connected to one end of the support spring 22. The support spring 22 can elastically stretch and contract, facilitating coordination with the patient's inhalation and exhalation. A support pad 231 is fixed to one side wall of the support plate 23 to prevent injury to the patient. When COPD patients undergo diaphragmatic resistance training, the restraint band 1 can be wrapped around the chest and abdomen for fixation, allowing the support plate 23 to be elastically supported by the support spring 22 at the patient's chest and abdomen position. This compresses the patient's chest and abdomen, increasing resistance to chest and abdominal expansion during inhalation, thus facilitating diaphragmatic training. The entire tool is easy to carry and use, requiring no patient to lie down, and is convenient to operate.

[0024] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, specifically, a first Velcro 11 is fixed to one side wall of the restraint band 1, and a second Velcro 12 is fixed to the other side wall of the restraint band 1. The first Velcro 11 is attached to one side of the second Velcro 12. The Velcro is easy to attach and fix. At the same time, when it is necessary to adjust the intensity of diaphragm training according to the patient's recovery, the patient can adjust the tightness of the restraint band 1 by adjusting the attachment position of the two Velcros, thereby adjusting the squeezing force of the support plate 23 of the adjustment component 2 on the patient's chest and abdomen, and then adjusting the resistance to chest and abdominal expansion. The adjustment is convenient and highly practical.

[0025] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, specifically, a first support component 3 is movably sleeved on the outer side of one end of the restraint band 1. The first support component 3 includes an arc-shaped flat cylinder 31 and a support frame 32. The arc-shaped flat cylinder 31 is movably sleeved on the outer side of the restraint band 1 and can also be adjusted according to the patient's body shape. The support frame 32 is inserted into the side wall of the arc-shaped flat cylinder 31. A positioning cylinder 311 is fixed in the middle of one side wall of the arc-shaped flat cylinder 31. The positioning cylinder 311 is inclined. The lower end of the support frame 32 is inserted into the inner side of the positioning cylinder 311, so that the support frame 32 tilts upward for support. The support frame 32 includes a connecting rod 321, an arc-shaped support rod 322, and an insertion rod 323. The lower end of the connecting rod 321... A connecting rod 323 is fixed at one end, and the lower end of the connecting rod 323 is inserted into the inner side of the positioning cylinder 311. An arc-shaped support rod 322 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the connecting rod 321 to support the patient's arm. A friction ring 324 is fixed to the outer wall of the connecting rod 323. The friction ring 324 is made of flexible material to increase the stability of the insertion. A second support component 4 is movably sleeved on the outer side of the other end of the restraint strap 1. The second support component 4 has the same structure as the first support component 3. When the patient performs isometric contraction training of the diaphragm, this solution can support the patient's expanded arm through the support components on both sides, avoiding the situation that the arm is easily sore due to being suspended for a long time, and improving the functionality of the training tool.

[0026] The working principle and usage process of this utility model: When COPD patients are performing diaphragm training, the patient fixes the restraint belt 1 around the chest and abdomen by fastening the Velcro straps together. This allows the adjustment component 2, which is attached to the restraint belt 1, to be positioned at the patient's chest and abdomen. With the support of the support spring 22, the support plate 23 can compress the patient's chest and abdomen, increasing the resistance to chest and abdominal expansion when the patient inhales, which facilitates diaphragm resistance training. At the same time, the compression force of the support plate 23 on the patient's chest and abdomen can be adjusted by adjusting the tightness of the restraint belt 1, thereby adjusting the intensity of diaphragm training. The operation is convenient.

[0027] When patients expand their arms to perform diaphragm training, their arms can be supported by the arc-shaped support rods 322 of the support components attached to both sides of the restraint strap 1, which avoids the situation where the arms are suspended in the air and are prone to soreness, and improves the convenience of training operations.

[0028] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model 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 this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A diaphragm training device, comprising a restraint belt (1), characterized in that: One end of the restraint strap (1) is fixed with a first Velcro (11), and the other end of the restraint strap (1) is fixed with a second Velcro (12). The first Velcro (11) is attached to one side of the second Velcro (12). An adjustment component (2) is movably sleeved on the outer side of the middle part of the restraint strap (1). The adjustment component (2) includes a support flat cylinder (21), a support spring (22), and a support plate (23). The support flat cylinder (21) is movably sleeved on the outer side of the middle part of the restraint strap (1). A support spring (22) is fixed on one side wall of the support flat cylinder (21), and a support plate (23) is fixedly connected to one end of the support spring (22).

2. The diaphragm training device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first support component (3) is movably sleeved on the outer side of one end of the restraint strap (1). The first support component (3) includes an arc-shaped flat cylinder (31) and a support frame (32). The arc-shaped flat cylinder (31) is movably sleeved on the outer side of the restraint strap (1), and the support frame (32) is inserted into the side wall of the arc-shaped flat cylinder (31).

3. The diaphragm training device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A positioning cylinder (311) is fixed in the middle of one side wall of the arc-shaped flat cylinder (31). The positioning cylinder (311) is inclined, and the lower end of the support frame (32) is inserted into the inner side of the positioning cylinder (311).

4. The diaphragm training device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The support frame (32) includes a connecting rod (321), an arc-shaped support rod (322), and a plug-in rod (323). The lower end of the connecting rod (321) is fixed with the plug-in rod (323), and the lower end of the plug-in rod (323) is inserted into the inner side of the positioning cylinder (311). The upper end of the connecting rod (321) is fixedly connected with the arc-shaped support rod (322).

5. The diaphragm training device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The outer wall of the plug rod (323) is fixed with a friction ring (324), which is made of flexible material.

6. The diaphragm training device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The other end of the restraint strap (1) is movably sleeved with a second support component (4), which has the same structure as the first support component (3).

7. The diaphragm training device according to claim 6, characterized in that: A support pad (231) is fixed to one side wall of the support plate (23).