Portable side-lying device for preventing sacrococcygeal pressure sores of orthopedic long-term bedridden patients

By designing a portable side-positioning device to adjust the height of the airbag, the patient's hips can be raised and their position changed. This solves the problems of pressure sores on the sacrum and coccyx and irritation from urination and defecation in long-term bedridden patients, thereby reducing nursing workload and improving comfort.

CN224370147UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-19THE 940TH HOSPITAL OF THE CHINESE PEOPLES LIBERATION ARMY JOINT LOGISTICS SUPPORT FORCE

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
THE 940TH HOSPITAL OF THE CHINESE PEOPLES LIBERATION ARMY JOINT LOGISTICS SUPPORT FORCE
Filing Date
2025-06-21
Publication Date
2026-06-19

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Technical Problem

Existing devices for preventing pressure sores on the sacrococcygeal region in long-term bedridden patients have failed to effectively address the skin irritation caused by urine and feces, and have increased the workload of nursing staff, failing to comprehensively alleviate the pain and nursing difficulties of fracture patients.

Method used

A portable side-body device was designed, comprising a base plate, a bottom water bag, a bottom airbag, side airbags, and an automatic inflation/deflation valve. By adjusting the height of the airbags, the patient's hips can be raised and their position changed, reducing pressure on the sacrum and coccyx and facilitating the entry and exit of the bedpan. Combined with memory foam and fleece fabric, it enhances comfort and pressure ulcer prevention.

🎯Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces pressure on the sacrum and coccyx, solves the problem of skin irritation caused by urine and feces, reduces nursing workload, and improves patient comfort and nursing convenience.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses a portable lateral positioning device for preventing pressure sores on the sacrococcygeal region in orthopedic patients who are bedridden for extended periods. The device includes a base plate, a bottom water bag, a bottom airbag, side airbags, an automatic inflation / deflation valve, and cushioning material for the bottom and side airbags. The base plate is made of thin, durable polyethylene material, wrapped with fleece fabric, and has a zippered opening at the front. The bottom water bag is rectangular and movable, allowing for water filling and height adjustment. The bottom airbag is U-shaped, with an internal airbag and fleece fabric lining. The side airbags have a double-triangular movable inner liner with a zipper on the outside. The automatic inflation / deflation valve is a two-button, single-valve, bidirectional air-venting type. The cushioning material consists of memory foam and absorbent fleece fabric. By adjusting the height of the airbags using the automatic inflation / deflation valve, the patient's hips can be raised to reduce pressure on the sacrococcygeal region, facilitating the entry and exit of bedpans, and changing the patient's position. This device effectively solves the problems of long-term pressure on the sacrococcygeal region and irritation from urination and defecation, reduces the workload of nursing staff, and is convenient to use and clean.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pressure ulcer prevention for long-term bedridden patients, specifically to a portable side-lying device for preventing pressure ulcers in the sacrococcygeal region of long-term bedridden orthopedic patients. Background Technology

[0002] Pressure ulcers are a common complication in fracture patients. Prolonged bed rest and poor blood circulation due to pressure on the skin can easily lead to pressure ulcers. In lower limb fracture patients, pressure ulcers commonly occur at bony prominences such as the sacrum, heel, and hip. While lateral repositioning is an effective way to prevent pressure ulcers, bedridden fracture patients cannot exert force independently, and regular lateral repositioning increases the workload for caregivers. Furthermore, patients' reluctance to frequently change position due to pain leads to prolonged pressure in the same position, resulting in pressure ulcers. In addition, pain and positional restrictions cause irritation to the sacrum and coccyx during urination and defecation, also contributing to pressure ulcer formation in orthopedic patients who are bedridden for extended periods. Pressure ulcers not only cause significant pain but can also lead to serious infections.

[0003] Currently, existing devices for preventing pressure sores on the sacrococcygeal region in long-term bedridden patients only address the problem of prolonged skin pressure, but do not solve the problem of skin irritation caused by urine and feces, nor do they reduce the workload of nursing staff, causing many problems for both patients and nursing staff. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a portable side-lying device for preventing pressure sores on the sacrococcygeal region in orthopedic patients who are bedridden for extended periods. It aims to effectively solve the problem of long-term pressure on the sacrococcygeal and hip regions of these patients, reduce irritation to the skin of the sacrococcygeal region caused by urination and defecation, and simultaneously reduce the workload of nursing staff, achieving the goals of saving effort and time.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A portable lateral positioning device for preventing pressure sores on the sacrococcygeal region in orthopedic patients who are bedridden for a long time includes a base plate (1), a bottom water bag (2), a bottom airbag (3), a side airbag (4), an automatic inflation and deflation valve (5), and cushioning material for the bottom and side airbags (6).

[0007] The base plate (1) is made of thin and tough polyethylene material, and is wrapped with fleece fabric. The bottom water bag (2) is connected to the front and back of the base plate (1) by fleece fabric and polyethylene material, and the front of the base plate (1) is set with an open zipper.

[0008] The bottom water bag (2) is rectangular and placed on the base plate (1). It is movable and its height can be adjusted by injecting an appropriate amount of water through the zipper design at the water inlet.

[0009] The bottom airbag (3) is an inverted U-shaped design, with a built-in U-shaped airbag and an outer fleece fabric. It is placed on the bottom water bag (2) and fixedly connected to the bottom water bag (2) and the bottom plate (1).

[0010] The side airbag (4) is a double airbag, one on each side, in a triangular design. It has a triangular airbag inside and is covered with fleece fabric. It is placed on the bottom water bag (2) and is fixedly connected to the bottom water bag (2), the bottom plate (1) and the bottom airbag (3). The side airbag (4) has a movable inner liner design, with fleece outer cover on the inside and zipper on the outside.

[0011] The automatic inflation / deflation valve (5) is a two-button, single-valve bidirectional air passage type, which is located on the outside of the bottom airbag (3) and the side airbag (4) respectively. It consists of two channels, one is an air inlet channel and the other is an air outlet channel. Each channel is equipped with a one-way valve. One button is an automatic inflation button and the other is an automatic deflation button.

[0012] The bottom and side airbag cushioning material (6) is composed of memory foam and highly absorbent fleece fabric, and is placed on the bottom water bag (2) and the side airbag (4).

[0013] Furthermore, the automatic inflation / deflation valve (5) adjusts the height of the bottom airbag (3), raising the patient's buttocks, reducing the pressure on the skin of the sacrum and coccyx, and making it easier for the bedpan to be inserted through the U-shaped inlet.

[0014] Furthermore, the automatic inflation / deflation valve (5) adjusts the height of the side airbag (4) to change the patient's position, allowing the patient to easily achieve the purpose of left lateral decubitus position or right lateral decubitus position.

[0015] Furthermore, the side airbag (4) is equipped with a zipper on the outside, and the inner liner can be removed for cleaning.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0017] Improved pressure relief: By adjusting the height of the inverted U-shaped bottom airbag, the patient's buttocks are fully attached to the inflation device, raising the buttocks and reducing pressure on the skin of the sacrum and coccyx, effectively improving the degree of long-term pressure on the sacrum and coccyx of patients who are bedridden for a long time.

[0018] Solving excretion problems: The inverted U-shaped bottom airbag design supports the buttocks, allowing the sacrum and coccyx to be fully lifted off the bed surface, facilitating the entry and exit of the bedpan, solving the excretion problem for long-term bedridden patients, and keeping the local skin clean.

[0019] Reduce nursing workload: The portable automatic inflatable side air bladder greatly reduces the workload of nursing staff. At the same time, the height of the side air bladder and the bottom air bladder can be adjusted at will according to the patient's different body size through the automatic inflation valve, which improves the scope of use of the device.

[0020] Easy to use and easy to clean: The side airbags are designed with a movable inner liner, and the outer side is equipped with a zipper. The inner liner can be removed for cleaning, making it convenient to use and easy to clean. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility patent;

[0022] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Cross-sectional view;

[0023] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Side view;

[0024] In the picture: 1. Base plate; 2. Bottom water bag; 3. Bottom airbag; 4. Side airbag; 5. Automatic inflation / deflation valve; 6. Bottom and side airbag cushioning material; 7. Movable zipper. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0026] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that if terms such as "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," or "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the utility model product is in use, they are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, terms such as "first," "second," and "third" are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "sag" does not imply that the component must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0028] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two.

[0029] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0030] This utility model relates to a portable lateral positioning device for preventing pressure sores on the sacrococcygeal region in orthopedic patients who are bedridden for a long time. The device includes a base plate (1), a bottom water bag (2), a bottom airbag (3), a side airbag (4), an automatic inflation / deflation valve (5), and cushioning material for the bottom and side airbags (6).

[0031] The base plate (1) is made of thin and tough polyethylene material and wrapped with fleece fabric. The bottom water bag (2) is connected to the front and back of the base plate (1) by fleece fabric and polyethylene material. The front of the base plate (1) is set with an open zipper to facilitate the installation and maintenance of internal components.

[0032] The bottom water bag (2) is rectangular and placed on the base plate (1). It is movable and the height of the water bag can be adjusted by injecting an appropriate amount of water through the zipper design at the water inlet to meet the needs of different patients and at the same time achieve the purpose of preventing pressure sores on the sacrum and coccyx.

[0033] The bottom airbag (3) is designed in an inverted U-shape, with a U-shaped airbag inside and a fleece-lined fabric on the outside. It is placed on the bottom water bag (2). The bottom airbag (3) is fixedly connected to the bottom water bag (2) and the bottom plate (1) and cannot be disassembled at will. The height of the bottom airbag (3) can be adjusted by the automatic inflation and deflation valve (5), thereby raising the patient's buttocks and reducing the pressure on the skin of the sacrum and coccyx. At the same time, it is convenient to put the bedpan through the U-shaped inlet, solving the problem of stimulation of the sacrum and coccyx when bedridden patients defecate and ensuring the permeability of the sacrum and coccyx.

[0034] The side airbag (4) is a double airbag, one on each side, in a triangular design. It has an internal triangular airbag and is covered with fleece fabric. It is placed on the bottom water bag (2). The bottom water bag (2) is fixedly connected to the bottom plate (1), the bottom airbag (3), and the side airbag (4) and cannot be disassembled at will. The side airbag (4) has a movable inner liner design. The inner side is covered with a fleece cover and the outer side is equipped with a zipper. The inner liner can be removed for cleaning. The height of the side airbag (4) can be adjusted by the automatic inflation and deflation valve (5) to change the patient's position and make it easy for the patient to achieve the purpose of left lateral decubitus position and right lateral decubitus position.

[0035] The automatic inflation / deflation valve (5) is a two-button, single-valve bidirectional ventilation type, located on the outside of the bottom airbag (3) and the side airbag (4), respectively. The automatic inflation / deflation valve (5) consists of two channels, one for air intake and one for air outlet, and each channel is equipped with a one-way valve. One button is the automatic inflation button, and the other is the automatic deflation button, which allows patients or caregivers to adjust the height of the airbag as needed.

[0036] The bottom and side airbag cushioning material (6) is composed of memory foam and highly absorbent fleece fabric, placed on top of the bottom water bag (2) and the side airbag (4) to further increase the softness of the side body device and achieve the purpose of preventing pressure sores. Specific implementation examples:

[0038] (I) Assembly of the device

[0039] Place the base plate in the appropriate position. The inside of the base plate is made of polyethylene material, and the front has an open zipper.

[0040] The bottom water bag is connected to the front and back of the base plate by fleece fabric and polyethylene material. The bottom water bag is rectangular and designed for movement.

[0041] Place the bottom airbag on top of the bottom water bag. The bottom airbag has an inverted U-shaped design, with an internal U-shaped airbag and an outer fleece fabric, and is fixedly connected to the bottom water bag and the bottom plate.

[0042] The side airbags are placed on top of the bottom water bag. The side airbags are double airbags, one on each side, in a triangular design. The triangular airbag is inside and covered with fleece fabric. The inside is wrapped with a fleece jacket and the outside is equipped with a zipper. It is fixedly connected to the bottom water bag, the bottom plate and the bottom airbag.

[0043] The automatic inflation and deflation valves are located on the outside of the bottom airbag and the side airbag respectively. The automatic inflation and deflation valves are of the type with two buttons and a single valve for bidirectional ventilation. They consist of two channels, one for air intake and one for air outlet, and each channel is equipped with a one-way valve.

[0044] The bottom and side airbag cushioning material is placed on top of the bottom water bag and the side airbags. The bottom and side airbag cushioning material is composed of memory foam and highly absorbent fleece fabric.

[0045] (II) Usage Method

[0046] When using this device, the patient's back is placed on the side-lying device. The patient or caregiver can adjust the height of the side airbags and the bottom airbag according to the patient's needs using the automatic inflation valve. By adjusting the height of the side airbags, the body can be positioned in a left lateral or right lateral position. By adjusting the height of the bottom airbag, the patient's buttocks are raised, allowing the sacrum and coccyx to be fully lifted off the bed surface, facilitating the entry and exit of a bedpan. The inverted U-shaped bottom airbag design of the device supports the buttocks, and the memory foam cushioning material of the bottom and side airbags further enhances the ability to prevent pressure sores.

[0047] (III) Cleaning Methods

[0048] When the side airbags need cleaning, the inner liner can be removed through the outer zipper for easy and quick cleaning.

[0049] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the inventive spirit of the present invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A portable lateral positioning device for preventing pressure sores on the sacrococcygeal region in orthopedic patients who are bedridden for extended periods, comprising a base plate (1), a bottom water bag (2), a bottom airbag (3), side airbags (4), an automatic inflation / deflation valve (5), and cushioning material for the bottom and side airbags (6), characterized in that: The base plate (1) is made of thin and tough polyethylene material, and is wrapped with fleece fabric. The bottom water bag (2) is connected to the front and back of the base plate (1) by fleece fabric and polyethylene material, and the front of the base plate (1) is set with an open zipper. The bottom water bag (2) is rectangular and placed on the base plate (1). It is movable and its height can be adjusted by injecting an appropriate amount of water through the zipper design at the water inlet. The bottom airbag (3) is an inverted U-shaped design, with a built-in U-shaped airbag and an outer fleece fabric. It is placed on the bottom water bag (2) and fixedly connected to the bottom water bag (2) and the bottom plate (1). The side airbag (4) is a double airbag, one on each side, in a triangular design. It has a triangular airbag inside and is covered with fleece fabric. It is placed on the bottom water bag (2) and is fixedly connected to the bottom water bag (2), the bottom plate (1) and the bottom airbag (3). The side airbag (4) has a movable inner liner design, with fleece outer cover on the inside and zipper on the outside. The automatic inflation / deflation valve (5) is a two-button, single-valve bidirectional air passage type, which is located on the outside of the bottom airbag (3) and the side airbag (4) respectively. It consists of two channels, one is an air inlet channel and the other is an air outlet channel. Each channel is equipped with a one-way valve. One button is an automatic inflation button and the other is an automatic deflation button. The bottom and side airbag cushioning material (6) is composed of memory foam and highly absorbent fleece fabric, and is placed on the bottom water bag (2) and the side airbag (4).

2. The portable lateral positioning device for preventing pressure sores on the sacrococcygeal region in orthopedic patients undergoing long-term bed rest, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that: The automatic inflation / deflation valve (5) adjusts the height of the bottom airbag (3), raising the patient's buttocks and reducing the pressure on the skin of the sacrum and coccyx, while also facilitating the insertion of the bedpan through the U-shaped inlet.

3. A portable lateral positioning device for preventing pressure ulcers on the sacrococcygeal region in orthopedic patients undergoing long-term bed rest, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that: The automatic inflation / deflation valve (5) adjusts the height of the side airbag (4) to change the patient's position, so that the patient can easily achieve the purpose of left lateral decubitus position and right lateral decubitus position.

4. A portable lateral positioning device for preventing pressure ulcers on the sacrococcygeal region in orthopedic patients undergoing long-term bed rest, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that: The side airbag (4) is equipped with a zipper on the outside, and the inner liner can be removed for cleaning.