A cold and hot knee pad woven by a flat knitting machine
The knee brace, designed with a flat knitting machine for both hot and cold applications, and featuring modular splicing of a detachable center dressing and an extension dressing, solves the problem that existing knee brace products cannot effectively cover the area of individual knee pain, achieving flexible adjustment and improved therapeutic effects.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- JIANGSU JUNENG SPORTS GOODS TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-10
AI Technical Summary
Existing knee brace products' hot and cold compress packs, due to their fixed size, cannot effectively cover the key pain areas of an individual's knee, resulting in reduced efficacy.
Featuring a flat knitting design for both hot and cold knee braces, this knee brace includes a removable center patch and an extension patch. Modular splicing is achieved through connecting components, allowing for adjustments to the coverage area based on individual knee shape to ensure adequate coverage of key pain areas.
It enables flexible adjustment of the coverage area according to the individual knee shape, significantly improving the efficacy of hot and cold compresses and ensuring effective coverage and temperature stability of key pain areas.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of knee brace technology, and in particular to a flat knitting cold and hot knee brace. Background Technology
[0002] The knee joint, as a key weight-bearing and mobility component of the human body, is prone to pain and swelling due to sports injuries, overuse, or arthritis. Hot and cold compresses are commonly used physical interventions in clinical practice. Cold compresses constrict blood vessels to reduce inflammation, while hot compresses promote blood circulation and relieve muscle stiffness. Traditional knee braces typically have built-in hot and cold compress packs of a fixed shape, but these have the following problems:
[0003] There are significant individual differences in the shape of the kneecap and the distribution of surrounding soft tissues. Most existing knee brace packs are rectangular or circular structures of a single size. For different users' knees, especially for patients with large patella or significant swelling around the patella, the fixed-size pack cannot cover the key pain areas, resulting in reduced efficacy. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a flat knitted knee brace that can flexibly adjust the coverage area according to the individual's knee shape, ensuring that key pain areas are fully covered and improving the therapeutic effect of hot and cold compresses.
[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the following technical solution is adopted for the flat knitting cold and hot knee pads of this utility model:
[0006] A flat knitted knee brace with hot and cold compresses includes a knee brace sleeve with a first and a second hot and cold compress pack inside. The first hot and cold compress pack is positioned on the front surface of the kneecap corresponding to the kneecap. Two second hot and cold compress packs are provided, one on each side of the knee joint. The first hot and cold compress pack includes a central compress pack, an extension compress pack, and a connecting component. Multiple extension compress packs are arranged circumferentially along the central compress pack, and the multiple extension compress packs are used to extend and cover the area around the knee. The connecting component connects and detaches the central compress pack and the extension compress packs.
[0007] Preferably, the edge of the central dressing is provided with a first edging, and the edge of the extended dressing is provided with a second edging; the connecting component includes a first connecting piece and a second connecting piece disposed on the second edging; one end of the first connecting piece is connected to the second edging, and the other end of the first connecting piece is provided with a first insert; one end of the second connecting piece is connected to the second edging, and the other end of the second connecting piece is provided with a second insert; the first edging has a plurality of circular holes, and the circular holes are connected to slits extending radially to the edge of the first edging; the first insert includes a first post, and the two ends of the first post are respectively provided with first limiting pieces, the diameter of the first limiting pieces being larger than the diameter of the circular holes; the second insert includes a second post, and the two ends of the second post are respectively provided with second limiting pieces, the diameter of the second limiting pieces being larger than the diameter of the circular holes; the first post or the second post is pressed into the circular holes through the slits; the first connecting piece is connected to one of the first limiting pieces, and the connection point between the first connecting piece and the first limiting piece is located on one side of the first edging; the second connecting piece is connected to one of the second limiting pieces, and the connection point between the second connecting piece and the second limiting piece is located on the other side of the second edging. The connection method of this utility model is to press the first or second insert into the round hole through the cut. Under the action of the first or second limiting hole, the first and second inserts will not be separated from the round hole. Moreover, the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are respectively fixed on the front and back of the first edge to form a force couple balance and improve the torque bearing capacity.
[0008] Preferably, the central applicator has a pressing edge that presses its two sides together. The pressing edge is configured as a C-shaped structure, and two pressing edges are provided. The ends of the two pressing edges are arranged facing each other to form a flow gap. Two C-shaped pressing edges are used to press the two sides of the central dressing together, forming a flow gap at the ends. This structure divides the interior of the central dressing into a central hot and cold zone and an annular hot and cold zone. The dressing in the central hot and cold zone is thinner, while the dressing in the annular cooling zone is thicker. The central hot and cold zone corresponds to the center of the kneecap and has less dressing to avoid compressing the patella and causing discomfort. The annular hot and cold zone has more dressing, densely covering the muscles and ligaments around the patella, increasing heat capacity. Furthermore, during knee flexion and extension, the dressing in the central hot and cold zone reduces frictional resistance to the patella, while the dressing in the annular hot and cold zone generates micro-flow through the flow gap, continuously compensating for heat conduction loss caused by skin deformation and maintaining temperature stability. At the same time, the dressing in the annular hot and cold zone targets high-incidence areas of inflammation around the knee, such as the patellar ligament and pes anserine, and combined with the air-retaining design of the central hot and cold zone, it avoids mechanical stimulation for patients with chondromalacia patellae while ensuring that swollen areas receive sufficient hot and cold therapy penetration.
[0009] Preferably, the outline of the central dressing is set as a polygonal structure that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom.
[0010] Preferably, the second hot and cold compress pack is configured as a long strip that is wide at both ends and narrow in the middle.
[0011] Preferably, the knee brace has a first storage bag and a second storage bag inside. The first storage bag is used to hold a first hot and cold compress pack, and the second storage bag is used to hold a second hot and cold compress pack.
[0012] Preferably, the first storage bag has a first opening, through which the first hot and cold compress pack is inserted into the first storage bag; the second storage bag has a second opening, through which the second hot and cold compress pack is inserted into the second storage bag.
[0013] Preferably, the interior of the first storage bag has multiple Velcro straps along its circumference, and the two sides of the first storage bag are glued together at the locations of the Velcro straps. A second gap is left between the Velcro straps and the edge of the first storage bag, and the central storage area formed by the multiple Velcro straps is adapted to the central dressing. The Velcro straps include a hook side and a loop side that adhere to each other; the hook side is located on one side of the interior of the first storage bag, and the loop side is located on the other side. If the central dressing can cover the knee, there is no need to assemble the extension dressing; simply insert the central dressing into the first storage bag through the first opening. At this time, the hook and loop sides of the Velcro straps adhere, thereby limiting the movement of the central dressing within the first storage bag.
[0014] Preferably, the interior of the central dressing, the extended dressing, and the second hot and cold dressing are all filled with a dressing, which is a hot and cold gel.
[0015] Preferably, the knee pad is formed by flat knitting.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0017] This invention utilizes a detachable expandable first hot and cold compress pack design to achieve a modular splicing structure between the expandable pack and the intermediate pack. This allows users to flexibly adjust the coverage area according to their individual knee shape, ensuring that key pain areas are fully covered and significantly improving the therapeutic effect of hot and cold compresses. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the wearable application of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the coverage positions of the first and second hot and cold compress packs when worn.
[0020] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the reverse side of the knee brace.
[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the insertion of the first and second hot and cold compress packs;
[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first hot and cold compress pack;
[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of part A;
[0024] Figure 7 for Figure 6 BB cross-section;
[0025] Figure 8 for Figure 6 CC cross-section;
[0026] Figure 9 A diagram illustrating the application of a central dressing.
[0027] Figure 10 for Figure 9 Enlarged view of part D;
[0028] Figure 11 A schematic diagram showing the first storage bag inserted into the central package;
[0029] Figure 12 A diagram showing the central dressing placed inside the first storage bag;
[0030] Figure 13 A schematic diagram showing the insertion of the first hot and cold compress pack in different combinations;
[0031] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram showing the insertion of the first hot and cold compress pack in different combinations.
[0032] Among them, 1 is the knee pad, 2 is the first storage bag, 201 is the first opening, 202 is the Velcro, 203 is the second gap, 3 is the second storage bag, 301 is the second opening, 4 is the second hot and cold compress pack, 5 is the first hot and cold compress pack, 501 is the center compress pack, 501a is the edge pressing, 501b is the first edge binding, 501c is the round hole, 501d is the cut, 502 is the extended compress pack, 502a is the second edge binding, 502b is the first connecting piece, 502c is the first limiting piece, 502d is the first insertion post, 502e is the second connecting piece, 502f is the second limiting piece, 502g is the second insertion post, and 6 is the flow gap. Detailed Implementation
[0033] The present invention will be further illustrated below with reference to specific embodiments. It should be understood that these embodiments are only for illustrating the present invention and not for limiting the scope of the present invention. After reading the present invention, any modifications of the present invention in various equivalent forms by those skilled in the art will fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.
[0034] like Figure 1-14As shown, a flat knitted knee brace includes a knee brace 1, which is formed by flat knitting. The knee brace 1 contains a first hot / cold compress pack 5 and a second hot / cold compress pack 4. The knee brace 1 has a first storage pocket 2 and a second storage pocket 3 inside. The first storage pocket 2 is used to hold the first hot / cold compress pack 5, and the second storage pocket 3 is used to hold the second hot / cold compress pack 4. The first storage pocket 2 has a first opening 201 through which the first hot / cold compress pack 5 is inserted. The second storage pocket 3 has a second opening 301 through which the second hot / cold compress pack 4 is inserted. The first hot / cold compress pack 5 is positioned on the knee brace 1 corresponding to the anterior surface of the kneecap. Two second hot / cold compress packs 4 are provided, each... The second hot and cold compress pack 4 is positioned on both sides of the knee joint corresponding to the knee brace 1. It is a long strip that is wider at both ends and narrower in the middle. The first hot and cold compress pack 5 includes a central compress 501, an extension compress 502, and a connecting component. The interior of the central compress 501, the extension compress, and the second hot and cold compress pack is filled with a dressing, which is a hot and cold gel. The outline of the central compress 501 is a polygonal structure that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom. The central compress 501 has a pressing edge 501a that presses its two sides together. The pressing edge 501a is a C-shaped structure, and there are two pressing edges 501a. The ends of the two pressing edges 501a are arranged opposite each other and form a flow gap 6. Multiple extension compresses 502 are arranged around the central compress 501. Multiple extension compresses 502 are used to extend the central compress 501. The dressing covers the area around the knee. Multiple Velcro straps 202 are arranged circumferentially inside the first storage bag 2, and the two sides of the first storage bag 2 are glued together at the locations of the Velcro straps 202. A second gap 203 is left between the Velcro straps 202 and the edge of the first storage bag. The central storage area formed by the multiple Velcro straps 202 is adapted to the central dressing 501. The Velcro straps 202 include a hook side and a hook side that are glued together. The hook side is located on one side of the inside of the first storage bag 2, and the hook side is located on the other side of the inside of the first storage bag 2. A connecting assembly detachably connects the central dressing 501 and the extended dressing 502. The edge of the central dressing 501 is provided with a first edging 501b, and the edge of the extended dressing 502 is provided with a second edging 50. 2a; The connecting component includes a first connecting piece 502b and a second connecting piece 502e disposed on the second edging 502a; one end of the first connecting piece 502b is connected to the second edging 502a, and the other end of the first connecting piece 502b is provided with a first insert; one end of the second connecting piece 502e is connected to the second edging 502a, and the other end of the second connecting piece 502e is provided with a second insert; the first edging 501b is provided with a plurality of circular holes 501c, and the circular holes 501c are connected to a cutout 501d extending radially to the edge of the first edging 501b; the first insert includes a first post 502d, and the two ends of the first post 502d are respectively provided with first limiting pieces 502c, the diameter of the first limiting pieces 502c being larger than the diameter of the circular holes 501c;The second insert includes a second post 502g, with second limiting pieces 502f at both ends. The diameter of the second limiting pieces 502f is larger than the diameter of the circular hole 501c. The first post 502d or the second post 502g is pressed into the circular hole 501c through a notch 501d. A first connecting piece 502b connects to one of the first limiting pieces 502c, with the connection point between the first connecting piece 502b and the first limiting piece 502c located on one side of the first edge banding 501b. A second connecting piece 502e connects to one of the second limiting pieces 502f, with the connection point between the second connecting piece 502e and the second limiting piece 502f located on the other side of the second edge banding 502a.
[0035] The specific working process and principle of this utility model are as follows: First, depending on the individual's knee shape, it is selected whether to assemble the first hot and cold compress pack 5. If the central compress pack 501 cannot cover the knee, the extended compress pack 502 is spliced with the central compress pack 501 through the connecting component. The extended compress pack 502 can be freely combined according to the location of knee pain, such as applying more to the upper side and less to the lower side. During splicing, the first insert 502d and the second insert 502g are pressed into the round hole 501c of the first edge pack 501b through the cut 501d to form a modular compress covering the anterior surface and surrounding area of the kneecap. At this time, the assembled first hot and cold compress pack 5 can be inserted into the first storage bag 2 through the first opening 201. Specifically, when all the extended compress packs are spliced, such as... Figure 4 As shown, the hook and loop sides of all the Velcro 202 do not touch, and the edge of the extension pouch 502 is attached to the edge of the first storage pocket 2; when the extension pouch 502 is partially spliced, as... Figure 13-14 As shown, the rough and hook sides of some of the Velcro 202 are bonded together, thereby limiting the edge of the central dressing 501.
[0036] If the central dressing 501 can cover the knee, there is no need to assemble the extended dressing 502, such as Figure 12 As shown, simply insert the central dressing 501 into the first storage bag 2 through the first opening 201. At this time, the rough side and hook side of the Velcro 202 are bonded together, thereby restricting the movement of the central dressing 501 within the first storage bag 2.
[0037] Finally, place the second hot and cold compress pack 4 into the second storage bag 3; after the first hot and cold compress pack 5 and the second hot and cold compress pack 4 are installed, the knee brace 1 can be worn. The first hot and cold compress pack 5 corresponds to the position of the front surface of the kneecap, and the second hot and cold compress pack 4 corresponds to the position of both sides of the knee joint. Combined with the knee brace 1 woven by the horizontal knitting machine, it provides elastic restraint, realizes the directional conduction and dynamic adaptation of hot and cold heat, and achieves the therapeutic effect of inhibiting inflammation or relieving stiffness.
[0038] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "coaxial", "bottom", "one end", "top", "middle", "other end", "upper", "side", "top", "inner", "front", "center", "both ends", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0039] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation", "setting", "connection", "fixing", "screw connection", etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Unless otherwise explicitly limited, those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0040] The foregoing description illustrates and describes preferred embodiments of the present invention. As previously stated, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the forms disclosed herein and should not be construed as excluding other embodiments. It can be used in various other combinations, modifications, and environments, and can be altered within the scope of the inventive concept described herein through the foregoing teachings or related technical or knowledge. Any modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be within the protection scope of the appended claims.
Claims
1. A type of flat knitted knee brace with both cooling and heating functions, characterized in that: The device includes a knee brace with a first and a second hot and cold compress pack inside. The first hot and cold compress pack is positioned on the front surface of the kneecap corresponding to the patella. Two second hot and cold compress packs are provided, one on each side of the knee joint. The first hot and cold compress pack includes a central pack, an extension pack, and a connecting component. Multiple extension packs are arranged circumferentially along the central pack, and these extension packs are used to extend and cover the area around the knee. The connecting component connects and detaches the central pack and the extension packs.
2. The flat knitting cold and hot knee pad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The central dressing has a first edging, and the extended dressing has a second edging. The connecting assembly includes a first connecting piece and a second connecting piece on the second edging. One end of the first connecting piece is connected to the second edging, and the other end of the first connecting piece has a first insert. One end of the second connecting piece is connected to the second edging, and the other end of the second connecting piece has a second insert. The first edging has multiple circular holes, and each circular hole is connected to a slit extending radially to the edge of the first edging. The first insert includes a first post, and each end of the first post has a first limiting piece, the diameter of which is larger than the diameter of the circular hole. The second insert includes a second post, and each end of the second post has a second limiting piece, the diameter of which is larger than the diameter of the circular hole. The first post or the second post is pressed into the circular hole through the slit. The first connecting piece connects to one of the first limiting pieces, and the connection between the first connecting piece and the first limiting piece is located on one side of the first edging. The second connecting piece connects to one of the second limiting pieces, and the connection between the second connecting piece and the second limiting piece is located on the other side of the second edging.
3. The flat knitted knee brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The central applicator has a pressing edge that presses its two sides together. The pressing edge is configured as a C-shaped structure. Two pressing edges are provided, and the ends of the two pressing edges are arranged facing each other to form a flow gap.
4. The flat knitted knee brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outline of the central dressing is set as a polygonal structure that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom.
5. The flat knitting cold and hot knee pad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second hot and cold compress pack is designed as a long strip that is wide at both ends and narrow in the middle.
6. The flat knitted knee brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The knee brace has a first storage pocket and a second storage pocket inside. The first storage pocket is used to hold a first hot and cold compress pack, and the second storage pocket is used to hold a second hot and cold compress pack.
7. The flat knitted knee brace according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first storage bag has a first opening, through which the first hot and cold compress pack is placed into the first storage bag; the second storage bag has a second opening, through which the second hot and cold compress pack is placed into the second storage bag.
8. The flat knitted knee brace according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first storage bag has multiple Velcro straps along its circumference inside, and the two sides of the first storage bag are glued together at the locations of the Velcro straps; the Velcro straps and the edge of the first storage bag are left with a second gap, and the central storage area formed by the multiple Velcro straps is adapted to the central dressing bag; the Velcro straps include a rough side and a hook side that are glued to each other, the rough side is located on one side of the inside of the first storage bag, and the hook side is located on the other side of the inside of the first storage bag.
9. The flat knitted knee brace according to claim 1, characterized in that: The central dressing, the extended dressing, and the second hot and cold dressing are all filled with a dressing, which is a hot and cold gel.
10. The flat knitting cold and hot knee pad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The knee pads are woven using a flat knitting machine.