Adjustable brace for scoliosis correction

Abstract

An adjustable brace for scoliosis correction, relating to the field of medical device technology, includes a waist belt, a support block, a connecting plate, a lower fixation sleeve, an upper fixation sleeve, and a support assembly. The waist belt has a support block, and a connecting plate is located above the support block. The connecting plate has two lower fixation sleeves and two upper fixation sleeves from bottom to top. The two lower fixation sleeves are worn on the patient's abdomen, and the two upper fixation sleeves are worn on the patient's chest. The upper fixation sleeves have a support assembly that supports the patient's lower armpit. This invention features detachable lower and upper fixation sleeves on the connecting plate above the waist belt, facilitating adjustment of their installation positions to meet the needs of correction at different stages. The support assembly on the upper fixation sleeves provides support for the patient's lower shoulder, helping to maintain the patient's posture, correct the scoliosis, and reduce the financial burden on the patient's family.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to an adjustable brace for scoliosis correction. Background Technology

[0002] Scoliosis is a spinal deformity that commonly occurs during adolescence. As patients grow older, the symptoms gradually worsen, and in severe cases, it can affect their breathing and cardiopulmonary function. Therefore, early intervention can prevent the progression of the deformity. Adolescent patients can limit the progression of the deformity by wearing a brace. However, during the treatment with a brace, and as patients grow older and their height changes, the brace needs to be adjusted and replaced regularly to ensure the corrective effect. The brace is expensive, and frequent replacements can place a significant financial burden on patients' families. Therefore, we propose an adjustable brace for scoliosis correction. Utility Model Content

[0003] To overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model discloses an adjustable brace for scoliosis correction. This utility model sets a support block on a waist belt, a connecting plate on the support block, a lower fixing sleeve and an upper fixing sleeve on the connecting plate, and a support component on the upper fixing sleeve, so as to facilitate the adjustment of the brace to adapt to the patient's body growth.

[0004] To achieve the aforementioned objective, this utility model adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] An adjustable brace for scoliosis correction includes a lumbar belt, a support block, a connecting plate, a lower fixation sleeve, an upper fixation sleeve, and a support assembly. The lumbar belt has a support block, and a connecting plate is provided above the support block. The connecting plate has two lower fixation sleeves and two upper fixation sleeves from bottom to top. The two lower fixation sleeves are worn on the patient's abdomen, and the two upper fixation sleeves are worn on the patient's chest. The upper fixation sleeves have a support assembly, which supports the patient under the armpit on the lower side.

[0006] The two ends of the belt are fixed with Velcro, and the support block is set on the outer surface of the belt.

[0007] The upper end face of the support block is connected to the lower end face of the connecting plate. The connecting plate is arranged longitudinally, and two connecting grooves are symmetrically arranged longitudinally on the outer surface of the connecting plate. The limiting grooves are distributed laterally on the outer surface of the connecting grooves. Two lower fixing sleeves and two upper fixing sleeves are respectively arranged in the two connecting grooves.

[0008] The lower fixing sleeve has an arc-shaped structure. The two lower fixing sleeves are connected on the front by a fixing strap. One end of the fixing strap is fixedly connected to the outer surface of one side of the lower fixing sleeve, and the other end of the fixing strap is connected to the outer surface of the other side of the lower fixing sleeve by Velcro. The back of the lower fixing sleeve is connected to the connecting plate by a fixing component.

[0009] The upper fixing sleeve has an arc-shaped structure. The two upper fixing sleeves are connected on the front by a fixing strap. One end of the fixing strap is fixedly connected to the outer surface of one upper fixing sleeve, and the other end of the fixing strap is connected to the outer surface of the other upper fixing sleeve by Velcro. The back of the upper fixing sleeve is connected to the connecting plate by a fixing component.

[0010] The fixing assembly includes a fixing plate, a limiting plate, and a fixing shaft. The fixing plate is set in the connecting groove and is fixed to the connecting groove by bolts. Limiting plates are distributed on the side of the connecting plate and are configured to cooperate with the limiting groove. The limiting plates are set in the corresponding limiting grooves. The end of the limiting plate is provided with a longitudinally arranged fixing shaft. The lower fixing sleeve and the upper fixing sleeve are rotatably connected to the corresponding fixing shaft.

[0011] The support assembly includes a connecting strap, a telescopic rod, and a limiting bracket. The connecting strap is connected to the upper fixing sleeve via Velcro. The connecting strap has longitudinally arranged telescopic rods, and the upper end of the telescopic rod is provided with a limiting bracket, which is placed under the patient's armpit.

[0012] This utility model discloses an adjustable brace for scoliosis correction. It is highly practical and very convenient to use. A detachable lower and upper fixing sleeve is provided on the connecting plate above the waist belt, allowing for easy adjustment of their installation positions to meet the needs of correction at different stages. A support component is provided on the upper fixing sleeve to support the patient's lower shoulders, maintaining the patient's posture, correcting the scoliosis, and reducing the financial burden on the patient's family. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 3 This is an enlarged view of point A in this utility model;

[0016] Figure 4 This is a side view of the present invention;

[0017] In the diagram: 1. Waist belt; 2. Lower fixing sleeve; 3. Upper fixing sleeve; 4. Fixing belt; 5. Connecting plate; 6. Support block; 7. Connecting groove; 8. Limiting groove; 9. Fixing plate; 10. Limiting plate; 11. Fixing shaft; 12. Bolt; 13. Connecting belt; 14. Telescopic rod; 15. Limiting support. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The present invention will be explained in detail through the following embodiments. The purpose of disclosing the present invention is to protect all technical improvements within the scope of the present invention.

[0019] Combined with appendix Figures 1-4 An adjustable brace for scoliosis correction includes a lumbar belt 1, a support block 6, a connecting plate 5, a lower fixation sleeve 2, an upper fixation sleeve 3, and a support assembly. The lumbar belt 1 is provided with the support block 6, and the connecting plate 5 is provided above the support block 6. The connecting plate 5 is provided with two lower fixation sleeves 2 and two upper fixation sleeves 3 from bottom to top. The two lower fixation sleeves 2 are worn on the patient's abdomen, and the two upper fixation sleeves 3 are worn on the patient's chest. The upper fixation sleeves 3 are provided with a support assembly, which supports the patient under the armpit on the lower side.

[0020] The waist belt 1 is fixed at both ends with Velcro. The waist belt 1 is fixed on the patient's hip joint to support the upper lower fixing sleeve 2 and upper fixing sleeve 3. The support block 6 is set on the outer surface of the waist belt 1.

[0021] The upper end face of the support block 6 is connected to the lower end face of the connecting plate 5. The connecting plate 5 is arranged longitudinally, and two connecting grooves 7 are symmetrically arranged longitudinally on the outer surface of the connecting plate 5. The limiting grooves 8 are distributed laterally on the outer surface of the connecting grooves 7. The two lower fixing sleeves 2 and the two upper fixing sleeves 3 are respectively arranged in the two connecting grooves 7. The limiting grooves 8 are used to fix the positions of the lower fixing sleeves 2 and the upper fixing sleeves 3 to prevent the lower fixing sleeves 2 and the upper fixing sleeves 3 from sliding downward.

[0022] The lower fixing sleeve 2 has an arc-shaped structure. The two lower fixing sleeves 2 are connected on the front by a fixing strap 4. One end of the fixing strap 4 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of one side of the lower fixing sleeve 2, and the other end of the fixing strap 4 is connected to the outer surface of the other side of the lower fixing sleeve 2 by Velcro. The upper fixing strap 4 of the lower fixing sleeve 2 is used to adjust the tightness of the two lower fixing sleeves 2 to ensure the correction effect of the two lower fixing sleeves 2. The back of the lower fixing sleeve 2 is connected to the connecting plate 5 by a fixing component.

[0023] The upper fixing sleeve 3 has an arc-shaped structure. The two upper fixing sleeves 3 are connected on the front by a fixing strap 4. One end of the fixing strap 4 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of one side of the upper fixing sleeve 3, and the other end of the fixing strap 4 is connected to the outer surface of the other side of the upper fixing sleeve 3 by Velcro. The upper fixing strap 4 of the upper fixing sleeve 3 is used to adjust the tightness of the two upper fixing sleeves 3 to ensure the correction effect of the two upper fixing sleeves 3. The back of the upper fixing sleeve 3 is connected to the connecting plate 5 by a fixing component.

[0024] The fixing assembly includes a fixing plate 9, a limiting plate 10, and a fixing shaft 11. The fixing plate 9 is disposed in the connecting groove 7 and is fixed to the connecting groove 7 by bolts 12. The connecting plate 5 has limiting plates 10 distributed on its side. The limiting plates 10 are configured to cooperate with the limiting grooves 8. The limiting plates 10 are disposed in the corresponding limiting grooves 8 and are locked in the corresponding limiting grooves 8 to stabilize the position of the fixing assembly. The end of the limiting plate 10 is provided with a longitudinally arranged fixing shaft 11. The lower fixing sleeve 2 and the upper fixing sleeve 3 are rotatably connected to the corresponding fixing shaft 11.

[0025] The support assembly includes a connecting strap 13, a telescopic rod 14, and a limiting support 15. The connecting strap 13 is connected to the upper fixing sleeve 3 via Velcro. The connecting strap 13 has longitudinally arranged telescopic rods 14 with a locking function. The upper end of the telescopic rod 14 is provided with a limiting support 15, which is placed under the patient's armpit. By adjusting the length of the telescopic rod 14, the limiting support 15 can support the patient's shoulder, keeping the patient's shoulder parallel and improving the correction effect.

[0026] The adjustable brace for scoliosis correction described in this embodiment involves the patient first fixing the lumbar belt 1 to the hip joint. Then, according to the patient's actual condition, the lower fixing sleeve 2 and the upper fixing sleeve 3 are installed on the connecting plate 5. During installation, the fixing plate 9 is fixed to the connecting groove 7 by bolts 12, and the limiting plate 10 is locked in the corresponding limiting groove 8 to stabilize the position of the fixing components and prevent the lower fixing sleeve 2 and the upper fixing sleeve 3 from sliding downward. The upper fixing strap 4 of the lower fixing sleeve 2 and the upper fixing sleeve 3 are adjusted, and the lateral extensions of the lower fixing sleeve 2 and the upper fixing sleeve 3 on both sides are adjusted to ensure the corrective effect. Then, the length of the telescopic rod 14 is adjusted so that the limiting support 15 can support the patient's shoulders, keeping the patient's shoulders parallel and improving the corrective effect.

[0027] The parts of this utility model not described in detail are prior art. Although this utility model has been specifically shown and introduced in conjunction with preferred embodiments, there are many methods and approaches to implement this technical solution. The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model. However, those skilled in the art should understand that various changes in form and detail can be made to this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model as defined by the appended claims, and all such changes shall be within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0028] The parts of this utility model not described in detail are prior art. Although this utility model has been specifically shown and introduced in conjunction with preferred embodiments, there are many methods and approaches to implement this technical solution. The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model. However, those skilled in the art should understand that various changes in form and detail can be made to this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model as defined by the appended claims, and all such changes shall be within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An adjustable brace for scoliosis correction, comprising a waistband (1), a support block (6), a connecting plate (5), a lower fixing sleeve (2), an upper fixing sleeve (3) and a support assembly, wherein the waistband (1) is provided with the support block (6), the support block (6) is provided with the connecting plate (5) above, the connecting plate (5) is provided with two lower fixing sleeves (2) and two upper fixing sleeves (3) from bottom to top, characterized in that: Two lower fixation sleeves (2) are worn on the patient's abdomen, and two upper fixation sleeves (3) are worn on the patient's chest. The upper fixation sleeves (3) are equipped with support components, which support the patient's lower armpit. ​ 2. The adjustable brace for scoliosis correction according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two ends of the belt (1) are fixed by Velcro, and the support block (6) is set on the outer surface of the belt (1).

3. The adjustable brace for scoliosis correction according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper end face of the support block (6) is connected to the lower end face of the connecting plate (5). The connecting plate (5) is arranged longitudinally. The outer surface of the connecting plate (5) is symmetrically provided with two connecting grooves (7). The outer surface of the connecting grooves (7) is provided with transversely arranged limiting grooves (8). The two lower fixing sleeves (2) and the two upper fixing sleeves (3) are respectively arranged in the two connecting grooves (7).

4. The adjustable brace for scoliosis correction according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower fixing sleeve (2) has an arc-shaped structure. The two lower fixing sleeves (2) are connected on the front by a fixing strap (4). One end of the fixing strap (4) is fixedly connected to the outer surface of one side of the lower fixing sleeve (2), and the other end of the fixing strap (4) is connected to the outer surface of the other side of the lower fixing sleeve (2) by Velcro. The back of the lower fixing sleeve (2) is connected to the connecting plate (5) by a fixing component.

5. The adjustable brace for scoliosis correction according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper fixing sleeve (3) has an arc-shaped structure. The two upper fixing sleeves (3) are connected on the front by a fixing strap (4). One end of the fixing strap (4) is fixedly connected to the outer surface of one side of the upper fixing sleeve (3), and the other end of the fixing strap (4) is connected to the outer surface of the other side of the upper fixing sleeve (3) by Velcro. The back of the upper fixing sleeve (3) is connected to the connecting plate (5) by a fixing component.

6. The adjustable brace for scoliosis correction according to claim 5, characterized in that: The fixing assembly includes a fixing plate (9), a limiting plate (10), and a fixing shaft (11). The fixing plate (9) is set in the connecting groove (7). The fixing plate (9) is fixed to the connecting groove (7) by bolts (12). The connecting plate (5) has a limiting plate (10) distributed on its side. The limiting plate (10) is set in conjunction with the limiting groove (8). The limiting plate (10) is set in the corresponding limiting groove (8). The end of the limiting plate (10) is provided with a longitudinally arranged fixing shaft (11). The lower fixing sleeve (2) and the upper fixing sleeve (3) are rotatably connected to the corresponding fixing shaft (11).

7. The adjustable brace for scoliosis correction according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support assembly includes a connecting strap (13), a telescopic rod (14), and a limiting bracket (15). The connecting strap (13) is connected to the upper fixing sleeve (3) by Velcro. The connecting strap (13) has longitudinally arranged telescopic rods (14) distributed on it. The upper end of the telescopic rod (14) is provided with a limiting bracket (15), which is placed under the patient's armpit.

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