A T-shaped shoe to prevent pressure injuries

Abstract

A T-shaped shoe for preventing pressure injuries, relating to the field of T-shaped shoe technology, comprises a support frame, a column, a first adjustment device, a shoe body, a second adjustment device, and a leg support. The support frame is T-shaped, with the column fixed to the three-pronged joint of the support frame. The first adjustment device includes a sliding sleeve and a locking handle, allowing for height adjustment of the shoe body. The second adjustment device includes a sliding rail and a slider, allowing for adjustable position of the leg support to support the calf, relieve heel pressure, and prevent pressure injuries. A fine-tuning device, including a connecting sleeve, a connecting rod, and an adjustment handle, is located between the leg support and the slider, allowing for further adjustment of the leg support. Rubber sleeves are fitted at the corners of the support frame, and anti-slip strips or granules are present on the bottom. The heel area of ​​the shoe body and the inner side of the leg support are lined with sponge pads, and the leg support has a hollow structure. This invention can precisely control the leg elevation angle of the patient, prevent various foot complications, is suitable for patients who are bedridden for extended periods, and reduces the incidence of pressure ulcers.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of T-shaped shoe technology, and in particular to a T-shaped shoe that can prevent pressure injuries. Background Technology

[0002] In clinical medicine, patients who are bedridden for extended periods face numerous risks of foot complications, such as foot drop, pronation, supination, joint stiffness, and muscle atrophy. These problems not only severely affect the function and shape of the patient's foot but also cause significant pain and inconvenience, increasing the difficulty of care and medical costs.

[0003] Currently, the primary method of caring for these patients relies on having them wear T-shoes. While existing T-shoes can provide some stabilization and support for the feet, their function is relatively limited and cannot meet the diverse needs of patients who are bedridden for extended periods. Most traditional T-shoes have a fixed structure and cannot be flexibly adjusted to suit the patient's specific situation, making it difficult to effectively prevent and treat the aforementioned foot complications. Furthermore, traditional T-shoes lack effective solutions for pressure injuries to the heel, failing to alleviate pressure and prevent pressure sores.

[0004] In summary, given the need for prevention and treatment of foot complications and pressure injuries in patients who are bedridden for extended periods, there is an urgent need to develop a T-shaped shoe that can prevent pressure injuries. This T-shaped shoe should have multi-dimensional adjustability, effectively support the foot, prevent foot complications, reduce pressure on the heel, and lower the risk of pressure sores. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model discloses a T-shaped shoe that can prevent pressure injuries.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: A T-shaped shoe for preventing pressure injuries, comprising: The support is a T-shaped structure formed by perpendicularly connecting its long and short sides; The column is vertically and securely connected to the three-pronged joint of the bracket; The first adjustment device is installed on the column; The shoe body is mounted on the first adjustment device; The second adjustment device is slidably connected to the long side of the bracket; Leg rests are mounted on the second adjustment device; The leg support is used to support the patient's lower leg and relieve pressure on the patient's heel; and the height of the shoe on the column can be adjusted periodically by the first adjustment device, and the position of the leg support on the long side of the support can be adjusted by the second adjustment device to prevent pressure injury.

[0007] Preferably, the first adjusting device includes: A sliding sleeve is movably fitted onto a column, and a threaded hole is provided on one side of the sliding sleeve; the shoe body is fastened to the sliding sleeve. The locking handle is installed in the threaded hole of the slide sleeve, and the stud of the locking handle can abut against the column to lock the slide sleeve.

[0008] Preferably, the second adjusting device includes: The slide rail is securely connected to the long side of the bracket; The slider slides in conjunction with the slide rail; the leg support is mounted on the slider.

[0009] Preferably, a fine-tuning device is provided between the leg support and the slider, the fine-tuning device comprising: The connecting sleeve is vertically mounted on the slider, and a threaded hole is provided on one side of the connecting sleeve; The connecting rod has its bottom movably inserted into the connecting sleeve, and its top is securely connected to the leg support. The adjusting handle is installed in the threaded hole of the connecting sleeve, and the screw of the adjusting handle can abut against the connecting rod to lock the connecting rod.

[0010] Preferably, rubber sleeves are installed at all three corners of the bracket.

[0011] Preferably, the bottom of the rubber sleeve is provided with anti-slip strips or anti-slip particles.

[0012] Preferably, the shoe body is provided with sponge pads at the position corresponding to the heel and on the inner side of the leg support.

[0013] Preferably, the leg support has a hollow structure.

[0014] Preferably, the short side of the bracket is a telescopic rod that can retract to the center or extend to both sides.

[0015] By adopting the technical solution described above, this utility model has the following beneficial effects: (1) This utility model provides stable support for the entire device through a T-shaped support structure. The three-pronged connection point of the support is tightly connected and fixed to the column. The first adjustment device is assembled on the outside of the column. The shoe body is connected to the column through the first adjustment device to achieve height adjustment. The long side of the support is connected to the second adjustment device in a sliding manner. The leg support is installed on the second adjustment device and its position can be adjusted. In this way, the patient's lower leg can be lifted to reduce the pressure on the heel. It can also coordinate the adjustment of the position of the shoe body and the leg support to accurately control the height of the patient's leg. This can play a role in preventing and treating various foot complications such as foot drop, foot internal rotation, foot external rotation, joint stiffness and muscle atrophy. For patients who are bedridden for a long time, it can prevent the leg support from contacting the same part of the lower leg for a long time and reduce the probability of pressure sores.

[0016] (2) The first adjustment device of this utility model allows the sliding sleeve to be raised and lowered on the column by loosening the locking handle to adjust the height of the shoe body. After adjustment, tightening the locking handle secures it in place. Moreover, after loosening the locking handle to a certain extent, the sliding sleeve can be separated from the column, making it easy to change different sizes of shoes. This greatly improves the fit between the shoe body and the patient's foot and optimizes the patient's treatment experience. The second adjustment device consists of a slide rail and a slider. In actual use, pushing the slider along the slide rail can easily adjust the position of the leg support. In addition, a fine-tuning device is added between the leg support and the slider, including a connecting sleeve, a connecting rod and an adjustment handle. The adjustment handle can be loosened to adjust the vertical position of the connecting rod relative to the connecting sleeve to change the height positioning of the leg support. No matter where the slider is on the slide rail, it can accurately support the patient's lower leg, providing stable and comfortable support.

[0017] (3) The present invention further lays a sponge pad in the heel area inside the shoe body and the inner side of the leg support to provide soft cushioning support for the patient's heel and calf to reduce discomfort; the leg support adopts a hollow structure to facilitate air circulation and has good breathability, which can effectively prevent skin problems caused by local stuffiness caused by prolonged use of T-shaped shoes, and further optimize the patient's user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the support structure; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the fine-tuning device; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a partial structure of the stent.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Bracket; 2. Column; 3. First adjustment device; 3-1. Sliding sleeve; 3-2. Locking handle; 4. Second adjustment device; 4-1. Slide rail; 4-2. Slider; 5. Leg support; 6. Fine adjustment device; 6-1. Connecting sleeve; 6-2. Connecting rod; 6-3. Adjusting handle; 7. Rubber sleeve; 8. Shoe body. Detailed Implementation

[0020] 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. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper" and "lower" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed during use. They are only used to facilitate the description of this utility model and to simplify 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.

[0022] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," "fixing," 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 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances. Example 1

[0023] Combined with appendix Figure 1 A T-shaped shoe designed to prevent pressure injuries includes a support 1, a post 2, and a shoe body 8. The support 1 has a T-shaped structure, formed by the long and short sides being perpendicularly connected, providing stable support for the entire device. The three-pronged connection point of the support 1 is vertically connected and fixed to the post 2.

[0024] A first adjustment device 3 is mounted on the external frame of the upright 2. This first adjustment device 3 allows for vertical adjustment along the longitudinal direction of the upright 2 and can be locked through a corresponding mechanism. The shoe body 8 is connected to the upright 2 via the first adjustment device 3, thereby achieving height adjustment of the shoe body 8 relative to the upright 2. The bracket 1 serves as a supporting base, providing stable load-bearing capacity for the shoe body 8. By wearing the shoe body 8, patients can experience both prevention and treatment of foot complications such as foot drop, pronation, supination, joint stiffness, and muscle atrophy.

[0025] The long side of the support 1 is slidably connected to the second adjustment device 4. The leg support 5 is mounted and fixed on the second adjustment device 4. The function of the leg support 5 is to support the patient's lower leg, thereby reducing the pressure on the patient's heel and effectively avoiding the risk of pressure injury to the heel. Especially for patients who are bedridden for long periods of time, the height of the shoe body 8 on the column 2 can be regularly adjusted by operating the first adjustment device 3; at the same time, the position of the leg support 5 on the long side of the support 1 can be adjusted by using the second adjustment device 4. This can prevent the leg support 5 from being in continuous contact with the same part of the patient's lower leg for a long time, thereby reducing the probability of pressure sores.

[0026] In addition, by coordinating the adjustment of the positions of the shoe body 8 and the leg support 5, precise control of the patient's leg elevation angle can be achieved. For example, if the shoe body 8 is adjusted upwards and the leg support 5 is moved closer to the patient's thigh along the long side of the support 1, the patient's lower limbs are in an elevated position; conversely, if the shoe body 8 is adjusted downwards and the leg support 5 is moved away from the thigh, the patient's lower limbs are in a relatively lowered position. Example 2

[0027] Combined with appendix Figure 1 To be continued Figure 4 A T-shaped shoe designed to prevent pressure injuries, while retaining the overall structure of Embodiment 1, features a refined design for the first adjustment device 3: it includes a sliding sleeve 3-1 and a locking handle 3-2. The sliding sleeve 3-1 is movably fitted around the periphery of the upright 2, with a threaded hole machined on one side. The shoe body 8 is fastened to the sliding sleeve 3-1. A locking handle 3-2 is fitted at the threaded hole of the sliding sleeve 3-1. When tightened, the stud of the locking handle 3-2 abuts against the upright 2, thereby fixing the sliding sleeve 3-1 to a specific position on the upright 2.

[0028] When adjusting the height of the shoe body 8, the procedure is as follows: First, loosen the locking handle 3-2, allowing the sliding sleeve 3-1 to move up and down on the column 2. After adjusting to the target position, tighten the locking handle 3-2 to ensure that the sliding sleeve 3-1, along with the shoe body 8, is securely fixed to the column 2. Furthermore, loosening the locking handle 3-2 to a certain extent allows the sliding sleeve 3-1 to separate from the column 2, facilitating the replacement of shoe bodies 8 with different sizes. This improves the fit between the shoe body 8 and the patient's foot, optimizing the patient's treatment experience.

[0029] The second adjustment device 4 consists of a slide rail 4-1 and a slider 4-2. The slide rail 4-1 is firmly connected to the long side of the bracket 1, and the slider 4-2 is in a sliding engagement with the slide rail 4-1. The leg support 5 is mounted and fixed above the slider 4-2. In practical use, the position of the leg support 5 can be easily adjusted by pushing the slider 4-2 along the slide rail 4-1. Since the leg support 5 needs to stably support the patient's lower leg during use, it is usually not necessary to additionally fix the position of the slider 4-2 on the slide rail 4-1, so that the operator can flexibly adjust the position of the leg support 5 according to actual needs.

[0030] A further design optimization involves adding a fine-tuning device 6 between the leg support 5 and the slider 4-2. The fine-tuning device 6 mainly consists of a connecting sleeve 6-1, a connecting rod 6-2, and an adjusting handle 6-3. The connecting sleeve 6-1 is vertically mounted on the slider 4-2, and has a threaded hole on one side. The bottom end of the connecting rod 6-2 is movably inserted into the connecting sleeve 6-1, while the top end is securely connected to the leg support 5. An adjusting handle 6-3 is fitted at the threaded hole of the connecting sleeve 6-1; its screw, when tightened, engages with the connecting rod 6-2, thereby locking the connecting rod 6-2.

[0031] In practical application, the operator can first loosen the adjusting handle 6-3, and then adjust the vertical position of the connecting rod 6-2 relative to the connecting sleeve 6-1 as needed, thereby changing the height positioning of the leg support 5. This design ensures that regardless of the position of the slider 4-2 on the slide rail 4-1, the leg support 5 can accurately support the patient's lower leg, providing a stable and comfortable support effect. Example 3

[0032] Combined with appendix Figure 1 Appendix Figure 4 and appendix Figure 5 A T-shaped shoe designed to prevent pressure injuries, while retaining the basic structure of Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2, optimizes the details of the support 1: rubber sleeves 7 are fitted at all three corners of the support 1. This design effectively prevents the patient from rubbing against the edges of the support 1 during use, thereby avoiding accidental injury. Furthermore, as shown in the attached... Figure 5 As shown, anti-slip strips or anti-slip particles are added to the bottom of the rubber sleeve 7. This structure greatly enhances the friction between the bracket 1 and the ground, thereby improving the stability of the entire device when it is placed.

[0033] Meanwhile, the area inside the shoe body 8 corresponding to the heel and the inner side of the leg support 5 are both lined with sponge pads. These sponge pads are designed to provide soft cushioning support for the patient's heel and calf, reducing discomfort from hard contact. Furthermore, the leg support 5 features a perforated design, which facilitates airflow and ensures good breathability. For patients who wear T-strap shoes for extended periods, this effectively prevents skin problems caused by localized heat and stuffiness, thus further optimizing the overall user experience.

[0034] Furthermore, the short side of the support 1 is a telescopic rod that can retract towards the center or extend to the sides. When the patient needs to lie on their side, the short side of the support 1 can retract towards the center and shorten, allowing the shoe body 8 to flip over and avoid interfering with the patient's side-lying position. When the patient lies flat, the short side of the support 1 can extend to the sides and return to its original position, thereby providing stable support for the shoe body 8.

[0035] The parts of this utility model not described in detail are prior art. It is obvious to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and that this utility model can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the embodiments should be regarded as exemplary and non-limiting in all respects, and are intended to include all changes that fall within the meaning and scope of equivalents within this utility model.

Claims

1. A pressure ulcer-preventing T-shaped shoe, characterized by comprising: include: The support (1) is a T-shaped structure formed by the vertical connection of the long side and the short side; The column (2) is vertically and securely connected to the three-pronged connection of the bracket (1); The first adjustment device (3) is installed on the column (2); The shoe body (8) is mounted on the first adjustment device (3); The second adjustment device (4) is slidably connected to the long side of the bracket (1); Leg support (5) is installed on the second adjustment device (4); The leg support (5) is used to support the patient's lower leg and relieve pressure on the patient's heel. It can also periodically adjust the height of the shoe body (8) on the column (2) through the first adjustment device (3) and adjust the position of the leg support (5) on the long side of the bracket (1) through the second adjustment device (4) to prevent pressure injury.

2. The pressure ulcer-preventive T-shoe according to claim 1, wherein The first adjusting device (3) includes: The sliding sleeve (3-1) is movably fitted onto the column (2), and a threaded hole is provided on one side of the sliding sleeve (3-1); the shoe body (8) is fastened to the sliding sleeve (3-1); The locking handle (3-2) is installed in the threaded hole of the sliding sleeve (3-1), and the stud of the locking handle (3-2) can be in contact with the column (2) to lock the sliding sleeve (3-1).

3. The pressure ulcer-preventive T-shoe according to claim 1, wherein The second adjusting device (4) includes: The slide rail (4-1) is securely connected to the long side of the bracket (1); The slider (4-2) slides in conjunction with the slide rail (4-1); the leg support (5) is mounted on the slider (4-2).

4. The pressure ulcer-preventive T-shoe according to claim 3, wherein A fine-tuning device (6) is provided between the leg support (5) and the slider (4-2), the fine-tuning device (6) comprising: The connecting sleeve (6-1) is vertically mounted on the slider (4-2), and a threaded hole is provided on one side of the connecting sleeve (6-1); The bottom of the connecting rod (6-2) is movably inserted into the connecting sleeve (6-1), and the top of the connecting rod (6-2) is securely connected to the leg support (5); The adjusting handle (6-3) is installed in the threaded hole of the connecting sleeve (6-1), and the screw of the adjusting handle (6-3) can abut against the connecting rod (6-2) to lock the connecting rod (6-2).

5. The T-shaped shoe for preventing pressure injuries as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Rubber sleeves (7) are installed at the three corners of the bracket (1).

6. The T-shaped shoe for preventing pressure injuries as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the rubber sleeve (7) is provided with anti-slip strips or anti-slip particles.

7. The T-shaped shoe for preventing pressure injuries as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The shoe body (8) is provided with sponge pads at the heel position and on the inside of the leg support (5).

8. The T-shaped shoe for preventing pressure injuries as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The leg support (5) has a hollow structure.

9. The T-shaped shoe for preventing pressure injuries as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The short side of the bracket (1) is a telescopic rod that can retract to the middle or extend to both sides.

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