Portable needle storage sleeve

By designing a non-slip portable storage sleeve, which uses a sponge layer and a threaded structure to fix acupuncture needles, the safety hazards and slippage problems of cloth storage bags are solved. This achieves stable storage of acupuncture needles and zoned management of disinfection supplies, improving safety and operational efficiency.

CN224370232UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-19HUNAN UNIVERSITY OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE XIANGXING COLLEGE

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HUNAN UNIVERSITY OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE XIANGXING COLLEGE
Filing Date
2025-07-17
Publication Date
2026-06-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing cloth storage bags pose safety hazards during acupuncture needle storage, have poor anti-slip properties, and cannot effectively protect acupuncture needles, affecting their performance and efficiency.

Method used

Design a non-slip portable storage sleeve comprising an outer cylinder, an inner cylinder, and a sponge layer. The sponge layer elastically holds acupuncture needles, and the threaded structure of the outer cylinder and the sealing design of the bottom cover form a fully enclosed protection. A cavity for storing sterilized cotton swabs is set between the inner cylinder and the mounting plate.

🎯Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents acupuncture needles from puncturing and bending, improving safety and portability, ensuring the fixation of acupuncture needles and the separate storage of sterilization supplies, and improving operational efficiency.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to a portable acupuncture needle storage sleeve with anti-slip properties, comprising an outer cylinder; the outer cylinder is hollow inside and open at both ends, with a bottom cover detachably installed at the bottom of the outer cylinder; two mounting discs are slidably connected inside the outer cylinder, and an inner cylinder is integrally formed between the opposite sides of the two mounting discs, with a gap between the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder; the outer side of the inner cylinder is wrapped with a sponge layer for inserting acupuncture needles, and the inner wall of the outer cylinder, near the upper opening, has an inwardly protruding external thread. This portable acupuncture needle storage sleeve with anti-slip properties, through the synergistic design of the sponge layer and the threaded transmission structure, fundamentally solves the safety hazards of traditional cloth storage bags. The elastic clamping of the sponge layer firmly fixes the acupuncture needles, preventing the needle tip from piercing the storage device or injuring the user, while the rigid structure of the outer cylinder, combined with the threaded seal of the bottom cover, forms a fully enclosed protection, effectively preventing the acupuncture needles from bending.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of acupuncture technology, specifically to a portable storage sleeve for preventing acupuncture needles from slipping out. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of acupuncture treatment, the storage and carrying of acupuncture needles is crucial for medical staff and acupuncture practitioners. Currently, most commonly used acupuncture needle storage devices are cloth storage bags. However, these cloth storage bags have many drawbacks in practical use.

[0003] Because acupuncture needles have sharp tips, they can easily puncture cloth storage bags during storage, potentially contaminating the needles and posing a safety hazard of injuring the user or others. Furthermore, when carried, the cloth storage bag cannot provide effective support and protection for the needles when compressed, easily causing them to bend, affecting their normal performance, and increasing medical costs and risks.

[0004] Furthermore, cloth storage bags have poor anti-slip properties, causing acupuncture needles to easily shift within the bag, making it difficult to quickly and accurately retrieve them and reducing work efficiency. Therefore, there is an urgent need to design an acupuncture needle storage device that can effectively solve the above problems to meet clinical and practical needs. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a portable storage sleeve for acupuncture needles that prevents slippage, thus solving the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a portable storage sleeve for acupuncture needles to prevent slippage, comprising an outer cylinder;

[0007] The outer cylinder is hollow inside and open at both the top and bottom. A bottom cover is detachably installed at the bottom of the outer cylinder. Two mounting plates are slidably connected inside the outer cylinder. An inner cylinder is integrally formed between the opposite sides of the two mounting plates. A gap is left between the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder.

[0008] The outer side of the inner cylinder is wrapped with a sponge layer for inserting acupuncture needles.

[0009] Furthermore, the inner wall of the outer cylinder, near the upper opening, is provided with an inwardly protruding external thread;

[0010] Both mounting discs have threaded grooves on their outer sides that are compatible with the external threads, so that both mounting discs can be threadedly connected to the inner wall of the outer cylinder near its top.

[0011] Furthermore, both the inner cylinder and the lower mounting plate are hollow, and the bottom of the mounting plate is open.

[0012] Furthermore, the inner cylinder communicates with the mounting plate to form a storage cavity for placing sterile cotton swabs required for acupuncture.

[0013] Furthermore, the top of the mounting plate on the upper side is provided with an inverted U-shaped handle.

[0014] Furthermore, the bottom cover is threadedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the outer cylinder.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] 1. This acupuncture needle anti-slip portable storage sleeve fundamentally solves the safety hazards of traditional cloth storage bags through the synergistic design of the sponge layer and the threaded transmission structure. The elastic clamping of the sponge layer can firmly fix the acupuncture needle, preventing the needle tip from piercing the storage device or injuring the user. The rigid structure of the outer cylinder, combined with the threaded seal of the bottom cover, forms a full-coverage protection, effectively preventing the acupuncture needle from bending.

[0017] 2. This acupuncture needle anti-slip portable storage sleeve has an inner cylinder and a mounting plate forming a storage cavity that can simultaneously store supplies such as disinfectant swabs. The bottom cover can be removed by threading to allow for separate access, avoiding contamination caused by mixing treatment supplies. It achieves an integrated function of "acupuncture needle fixation + disinfectant storage", which is especially suitable for medical staff to carry when going out for diagnosis and treatment, reducing the loss of items and improving on-site operation efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure viewed from below.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Outer cylinder; 2. Bottom cover; 3. Mounting plate; 4. Inner cylinder; 5. Sponge layer. Detailed Implementation

[0023] 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.

[0024] Please see Figure 1-4 This embodiment of an acupuncture needle anti-slip portable storage sleeve includes an outer cylinder 1, a bottom cover 2, two mounting plates 3, an inner cylinder 4, and a sponge layer 5. The outer cylinder 1 is hollow inside and open at both the top and bottom. The bottom cover 2 is detachably installed at the bottom. The inner wall of the outer cylinder 1 is provided with an inwardly protruding external thread near the upper opening. The outer sides of the two mounting plates 3 are provided with threaded grooves that are compatible with the external threads, which can be threadedly connected to the inner wall of the outer cylinder 1 near the top. The inner cylinder 4 is integrally formed between the two mounting plates 3 on opposite sides. A gap is left between the inner cylinder 4 and the outer cylinder 1. The outer side of the inner cylinder 4 is wrapped with a sponge layer 5 for inserting acupuncture needles.

[0025] In actual setup, the outer threaded groove of the mounting plate 3 engages with the outer thread of the inner wall of the outer cylinder 1. When the upper mounting plate 3 is rotated, the inner cylinder 4 can be moved axially along the outer cylinder 1. When it is necessary to take out the acupuncture needle, rotate the handle to make the upper mounting plate 3 unscrew the outer cylinder 1. Pull the handle upward to pull out the inner cylinder 4 and the sponge layer 5 as a whole. At this time, the lower mounting plate 3 is in threaded contact with the outer cylinder 1 and fixed, ensuring that the inner cylinder 4 is stably positioned and preventing the inner cylinder 4 from falling into the interior of the outer cylinder 1 during acupuncture.

[0026] Furthermore, both the inner cylinder 4 and the lower mounting plate 3 are hollow inside with an open bottom. The inner cylinder 4 and the mounting plate 3 are connected to form a storage cavity for holding sterile cotton swabs required for acupuncture. The upper mounting plate 3 has an inverted U-shaped handle at the top, and the bottom cover 2 is threaded to the bottom of the inner wall of the outer cylinder 1.

[0027] In actual use, the inner wall of the bottom of the outer cylinder 1 is provided with an internal thread, and the outer circumference of the bottom cover 2 is provided with an external thread. After tightening, the bottom of the outer cylinder 1 can be sealed. This design facilitates the disassembly and retrieval of the sterile cotton swabs stored in the cavity. When taking out the acupuncture needles, the sterile cotton swabs can be taken out at the same time, which improves the convenience of use and prevents the acupuncture needles from slipping from the bottom. In actual use, the sterile cotton swabs can be taken out directly after unscrewing the bottom cover 2. After use, the bottom cover 2 can be tightened to maintain the seal.

[0028] The working principle of the above embodiments is as follows:

[0029] (1) Insert the tip of the acupuncture needle into the sponge layer 5, use the elasticity of the sponge to fix the needle body, put the sterile cotton swab and other items into the storage cavity formed by the inner tube 4 and the mounting plate 3, tighten the bottom cover 2 to seal the bottom of the outer tube 1, rotate the upper mounting plate 3 to make it threadedly connect to the top of the outer tube 1, and the inner tube 4 and the sponge layer 5 are stored in the outer tube 1 to form a closed protective structure.

[0030] (2) When it is necessary to remove the acupuncture needle, turn the top handle of the upper mounting plate 3 so that the upper mounting plate 3 is screwed out along the inner wall thread of the outer cylinder 1. At the same time, pull the handle upward to pull the inner cylinder 4 and the sponge layer 5 out of the outer cylinder 1. When the inner cylinder 4 is pulled out to the point that the lower mounting plate 3 contacts the inner wall thread of the outer cylinder 1, continue to turn the handle to tighten and fix the lower mounting plate 3. At this time, the inner cylinder 4 is suspended at the opening of the outer cylinder 1 and the sponge layer 5 is exposed. Then, directly pull out the required acupuncture needle from the sponge layer 5. If you need to use sterile cotton swabs, you can unscrew the bottom cover 2 and take out the items from the bottom of the storage cavity. After use, tighten the bottom cover 2 again to ensure that the items in the storage cavity are clean.

[0031] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0032] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A portable storage sleeve for preventing slippage of acupuncture needles, characterized in that: Includes outer barrel (1); The outer cylinder (1) is hollow inside and open at both ends. A bottom cover (2) is detachably installed at the bottom of the outer cylinder (1). Two mounting plates (3) are slidably connected inside the outer cylinder (1). An inner cylinder (4) is integrally formed between the opposite sides of the two mounting plates (3). A gap is left between the inner cylinder (4) and the outer cylinder (1). The outer side of the inner cylinder (4) is wrapped with a sponge layer (5) for inserting acupuncture needles.

2. The portable needle storage sleeve of claim 1, wherein: The inner wall of the outer cylinder (1) and near the upper opening are provided with an inwardly protruding external thread; Both mounting discs (3) have threaded grooves on their outer sides that are compatible with the external threads, so that both mounting discs (3) can be threadedly connected to the inner wall of the outer cylinder (1) near its top.

3. The portable storage sleeve for preventing slippage of acupuncture needles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner cylinder (4) and the lower mounting plate (3) are both hollow, and the bottom of the mounting plate (3) is open.

4. The portable needle retaining sleeve of claim 1, wherein: The inner cylinder (4) is connected to the mounting plate (3) to form a storage cavity for placing sterile cotton swabs required for acupuncture.

5. The portable needle retaining sleeve of claim 1, wherein: The top of the mounting plate (3) on the upper side is provided with an inverted U-shaped handle.

6. The portable needle retaining sleeve of claim 1, wherein: The bottom cover (2) is threaded to the bottom of the inner wall of the outer cylinder (1).