Progressive respiratory function training feedback device after abdominal surgery

By integrating a flow sensor and a PLC controller into a progressive respiratory function training feedback device after abdominal surgery, the problem of patients being unable to accurately observe their recovery status has been solved. It enables adjustable resistance and recording of training time, thereby improving training effectiveness and patient motivation.

CN224585291UActive Publication Date: 2026-08-04THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF MEDICAL COLLEGE OF XIAN JIAOTONG UNIV
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF MEDICAL COLLEGE OF XIAN JIAOTONG UNIV
Filing Date
2025-08-12
Publication Date
2026-08-04

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Technical Problem

Existing respiratory muscle trainers do not allow patients to accurately observe their recovery status during rehabilitation training, and their functions are limited, only displaying basic effects.

Method used

A progressive respiratory function training feedback device for post-abdominal surgery was designed, integrating a flow sensor, a PLC controller, and a low-power buzzer. It detects airflow and issues an audible alert when the standard is reached. Combined with adjustable resistance and a timer, it provides feedback and motivation.

Benefits of technology

Patients can monitor their recovery status more accurately, the resistance is adjustable, and the timer provides training time recording, which enhances training effectiveness and patient motivation.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of respiratory function training, specifically a progressive respiratory function training feedback device after abdominal surgery. It includes a respiratory muscle trainer body, a connecting tube fixedly connected to one side of the body, a connecting block fixedly connected to the surface of the connecting tube, and a rotating tube rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the connecting block. This utility model uses a flow sensor to detect the airflow inside the bellows. When the standard is reached, a sound emitted by the PLC controller serves to remind and motivate the patient. The clamping block can hold the bellows using the elasticity of a second spring, facilitating the carrying of the respiratory muscle trainer body. The timer allows the patient to understand the duration of their training. The rotation of the rotating ring block can move the adjusting plate via a slide rod, adjusting the resistance during training and gradually increasing the resistance during recovery training.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of respiratory function training, specifically a progressive respiratory function training feedback device after abdominal surgery. Background Technology

[0002] Laparoscopic surgery refers to the technique of surgically treating abdominal organs by opening the abdominal wall or using minimally invasive methods to enter the abdominal cavity. Depending on the surgical method, it can be divided into traditional open surgery and laparoscopic surgery. Progressive respiratory function training is a method that gradually increases the difficulty of breathing in stages, aiming to improve the efficiency and endurance of the respiratory system and optimize gas exchange. It is suitable for postoperative rehabilitation, management of chronic respiratory diseases, and exercise training.

[0003] In existing technologies, patients undergoing abdominal surgery use medical devices that enable progressive respiratory function training to facilitate postoperative recovery. Various devices are typically used, such as respiratory muscle trainers and peak flow meters. However, when using a respiratory muscle trainer for respiratory recovery training, the recovery effect can often only be judged by observing the spheres inside the device. Patients cannot accurately observe their recovery status. Furthermore, respiratory muscle trainers can only perform training and display basic effects, making their function relatively limited. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, when using respiratory muscle trainers for respiratory recovery training, the recovery effect can often only be judged by observing the spheres inside the device. Patients cannot accurately observe their own recovery status. Furthermore, respiratory muscle trainers can only perform training and display basic effects, resulting in a relatively limited function. This invention proposes a progressive respiratory function training feedback device after abdominal surgery.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a progressive respiratory function training feedback device after abdominal surgery, including a respiratory muscle trainer body, a connecting pipe fixedly connected to one side of the respiratory muscle trainer body, a connecting block fixedly connected to the surface of the connecting pipe, a rotating pipe rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the connecting block, an adjustment mechanism provided in the inner cavity of the connecting block, a corrugated pipe fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating pipe, an air nozzle fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the corrugated pipe, a low-power buzzer and a PLC controller fixedly connected to the surface of the respiratory muscle trainer body, a flow sensor fixedly connected to the surface of the corrugated pipe, and a limit component provided on the surface of the rotating pipe;

[0006] The adjusting mechanism includes a sealed bearing, the surface of which is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the connecting block. A rotating ring block is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the sealed bearing. An arc-shaped groove is provided on one side of the rotating ring block. A slide rod is slidably connected to the inner cavity of the arc-shaped groove. An adjusting plate is rotatably connected to the surface of the slide rod. A fixed circular block is provided on one side of the adjusting plate. One side of the fixed circular block is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting pipe. A sliding assembly is provided between one side of the fixed circular block and one side of the adjusting plate.

[0007] Preferably, the sliding assembly includes a slider, one end of which is fixedly connected to one side of the adjusting plate, and a hollow groove is provided on one side of the fixed circular block, with the surface of the slider slidably connected to the inner cavity of the hollow groove.

[0008] Preferably, the limiting component includes a gear, the inner cavity of which is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating tube, a fixing plate is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block, a first spring is fixedly connected to one side of the fixing plate, a rack is fixedly connected to one end of the first spring, the teeth of the rack mesh with the teeth of the gear, a pull rod is fixedly connected to one side of the rack, and one end of the pull rod passes through one side of the fixing plate.

[0009] Preferably, a connecting plate is fixedly connected to one side of the respiratory muscle trainer body, a mounting block is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting plate, a second spring is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting block, and a clamping block is fixedly connected to one end of the second spring.

[0010] Preferably, a mounting plate is fixedly connected to the surface of the respiratory muscle trainer body, and a timer is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate.

[0011] Preferably, a limiting rod is fixedly connected to the surface of the clamping block, one end of the limiting rod passes through one side of the mounting block, and the second spring is sleeved on the surface of the limiting rod.

[0012] Preferably, a second rubber layer is movably bonded to the surface of the connecting pipe, one side of the second rubber layer is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block, and a first rubber layer is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating pipe, one side of the first rubber layer is fixedly connected to one side of the corrugated pipe.

[0013] The advantages of this utility model are:

[0014] This invention uses a flow sensor to detect the airflow inside the bellows. When the standard is reached, the PLC controller emits a sound to remind and motivate the patient. The clamping block holds the bellows with the elasticity of the second spring, making it easy to carry the respiratory muscle trainer. The timer allows the patient to understand the duration of their training, encouraging them to continue training. The rotation of the rotating ring block moves the adjusting plate via a slide rod, adjusting the resistance during training and gradually increasing the resistance during recovery training. This solves the problem that when using a respiratory muscle trainer for respiratory recovery training, the recovery effect can often only be judged by observing the spheres inside, and the patient cannot accurately observe their recovery status. Furthermore, respiratory muscle trainers are limited to training and basic effect display, resulting in relatively simple functions. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting plate and timer of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connecting pipe and the second rubber layer of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the connecting block and the sealing bearing of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the connecting plate and the limiting rod of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A;

[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the hollow groove and slider of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 8 This utility model Figure 4 A magnified structural diagram at point B in the middle.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Respiratory muscle trainer body; 2. Connecting pipe; 3. Connecting block; 4. Rotating pipe; 5. Bellows; 6. Air nozzle; 7. Limiting component; 701. Gear; 702. Fixing plate; 703. First spring; 704. Pull rod; 705. Rack; 8. Adjusting mechanism; 801. Rotating ring block; 802. Arc groove; 803. Slide rod; 804. Adjusting plate; 805. Sliding component; 8051. Slider; 8052. Hollow groove; 806. Fixing round block; 807. Sealed bearing; 9. Flow sensor; 10. Low-power buzzer; 11. PLC controller; 12. Mounting plate; 13. Timer; 14. Connecting plate; 15. Mounting block; 16. Second spring; 17. Clamping block; 18. Limiting rod; 19. First rubber layer; 20. Second rubber layer. Detailed Implementation

[0025] 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 scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0026] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-8 This application will be described in further detail.

[0027] This application discloses a progressive respiratory function training feedback device for post-abdominal surgery. (Refer to...) Figure 1 and Figure 7 A progressive respiratory function training feedback device after abdominal surgery includes a respiratory muscle trainer body 1, a connecting tube 2 fixedly connected to one side of the respiratory muscle trainer body 1, a connecting block 3 fixedly connected to the surface of the connecting tube 2, a rotating tube 4 rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the connecting block 3, an adjustment mechanism 8 provided in the inner cavity of the connecting block 3, a bellows 5 fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating tube 4, an air nozzle 6 fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the bellows 5, a low-power buzzer 10 and a PLC controller 11 fixedly connected to the surface of the respiratory muscle trainer body 1, a flow sensor 9 fixedly connected to the surface of the bellows 5, and a limit component 7 provided on the surface of the rotating tube 4.

[0028] The adjusting mechanism 8 includes a sealed bearing 807, the surface of which is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the connecting block 3. A rotating ring block 801 is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the sealed bearing 807. An arc-shaped groove 802 is provided on one side of the rotating ring block 801. A slide rod 803 is slidably connected to the inner cavity of the arc-shaped groove 802. An adjusting plate 804 is rotatably connected to the surface of the slide rod 803. A fixed round block 806 is provided on one side of the adjusting plate 804. One side of the fixed round block 806 is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting pipe 2. A sliding assembly 805 is provided between one side of the fixed round block 806 and one side of the adjusting plate 804.

[0029] The respiratory muscle trainer body 1 connects to the connecting block 3 via the connecting pipe 2. The connecting block 3, in turn, connects to the bellows 5 via the rotating pipe 4 for installation and fixation. Simultaneously, the patient blows air into the bellows 5 through the mouthpiece 6, thus training respiratory function through the respiratory muscle trainer body 1. The flow sensor 9 detects and records the airflow during the patient's blowing. When a suitable flow rate is reached, the flow sensor 9 triggers a low-power buzzer 10 via the PLC controller 11, serving as a reminder and encouragement to the patient and effectively stimulating the number of training sessions. The PLC controller 11, the low-power buzzer 10, and the flow sensor 9 are all electrically connected. Both the buzzer 10 and the PLC controller 11 can be selected from different models according to the actual situation. For example, the flow sensor 9 can be Sensirion-SFM3200-AW, the low-power buzzer 10 can be TDK-PS1240P02BT, and the PLC controller 11 can be Siemens S7-200-PLC. At the same time, the PLC controller 11 receives the signal from the flow sensor 9. When the flow reaches the target, it triggers the low-power buzzer 10 to sound. The flow sensor 9 monitors the fluid, the PLC controller 11 processes the data and controls the output, and the low-power buzzer 10 acts as a feedback device to alarm, forming a closed-loop control. The flow sensor 9, the low-power buzzer 10, and the PLC controller 11 are all existing technologies in daily life, so they will not be described in detail here.

[0030] Furthermore, the connecting block 3 serves to install and fix the sealed bearing 807, which in turn connects to the rotating ring block 801. The rotating ring block 801 connects to the sliding rod 803 via the arc groove 802, and the sliding rod 803 can slide inside the arc groove 802. Simultaneously, the sliding rod 803 effectively and smoothly installs the adjusting plate 804. The adjusting plate 804 can move stably on one side of the fixed circular block 806 via the sliding assembly 805. Meanwhile, the surface of the rotating tube 4 contacts the inner surface of the sealed bearing 807. The cavity is fixedly connected, which allows the rotating tube 4 to smoothly drive the interior of the sealed bearing 807 to rotate when it is rotated, thereby realizing the rotation of the rotating ring block 801. When the rotating ring block 801 rotates, it can push the adjusting plate 804 through the connection between the arc groove 802 and the slide rod 803, and move the adjusting plate 804 on one side of the fixed round block 806, thereby blocking or opening the size of the inner cavity of the fixed round block 806, so that the patient can effectively and conveniently adjust the resistance during breathing training as needed.

[0031] Reference Figure 7 The sliding assembly 805 includes a slider 8051, one end of which is fixedly connected to one side of the adjusting plate 804. A hollow groove 8052 is provided on one side of the fixed circular block 806. The surface of the slider 8051 is slidably connected to the inner cavity of the hollow groove 8052. The adjusting plate 804 can connect the slider 8051. The sliding connection between the slider 8051 and the hollow groove 8052 allows the adjusting plate 804 to move smoothly and stably inside the fixed circular block 806 when it moves due to the rotation of the rotating ring block 801. This improves the stability and smoothness of the adjusting plate 804 during movement.

[0032] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 6The limiting component 7 includes a gear 701, the inner cavity of which is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating tube 4. A fixing plate 702 is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block 3, and a first spring 703 is fixedly connected to one side of the fixing plate 702. A rack 705 is fixedly connected to one end of the first spring 703, and the teeth of the rack 705 mesh with the teeth of the gear 701. A pull rod 704 is fixedly connected to one side of the rack 705, and one end of the pull rod 704 passes through one side of the fixing plate 702. The connecting block 3 can be pulled by the fixing plate 702. Rod 704 is connected to the first spring 703, and the rod 704 can cooperate with the first spring 703 to install the rack 705. When the rotating tube 4 is rotated, the gear 701 will rotate along with the rotating tube 4. When the first spring 703 applies an elastic thrust to the rack 705 through its own elasticity, so that the rack 705 and the gear 701 mesh with each other, it can effectively limit the rotation of the rotating tube 4, so that the rotating tube 4 is not easy to rotate when it does not need to rotate.

[0033] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 5 A connecting plate 14 is fixedly connected to one side of the respiratory muscle trainer body 1. A mounting block 15 is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting plate 14. A second spring 16 is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting block 15. A clamping block 17 is fixedly connected to one end of the second spring 16. The respiratory muscle trainer body 1 can be installed and connected to the mounting block 15 through the connecting plate 14. The mounting block 15 can be connected to the clamping block 17 through the second spring 16. When the operator places the surface of the bellows 5 inside the clamping block 17, the clamping block 17 can apply a certain clamping effect to the bellows 5 through the elasticity of the second spring 16. This makes it convenient to carry the respiratory muscle trainer body 1, and the bellows 5 does not easily obstruct the carrying process.

[0034] Reference Figure 2 A mounting plate 12 is fixedly connected to the surface of the respiratory muscle trainer body 1, and a timer 13 is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate 12. The respiratory muscle trainer body 1 can be connected to the timer 13 through the mounting plate 12. When the patient is performing respiratory function training, the timer 13 can record his / her training time, so that the patient can observe the breathing time or training time in detail, thereby motivating the patient to train more times.

[0035] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 5A limiting rod 18 is fixedly connected to the surface of the clamping block 17. One end of the limiting rod 18 passes through one side of the mounting block 15. The second spring 16 is sleeved on the surface of the limiting rod 18. The setting of the limiting rod 18 can not only effectively limit the extension and retraction of the second spring 16 and reduce the possibility of deformation during extension and retraction, but also limit the movement of the clamping block 17, thereby increasing the stability of the clamping block 17 during use.

[0036] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 4 The surface of the connecting tube 2 is movably bonded with a second rubber layer 20, one side of which is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block 3. The surface of the rotating tube 4 is fixedly connected with a first rubber layer 19, one side of which is fixedly connected to one side of the bellows 5. The second rubber layer 20 can enhance the sealing of the connection between the connecting tube 2 and the connecting block 3, while the first rubber layer 19 can seal the connection between the bellows 5 and the rotating tube 4, thus making it less likely for a large amount of air leakage to occur when the patient is performing respiratory function training.

[0037] Working Principle: During use, the patient blows air into the bellows 5 through the mouthpiece 6. The air entering the bellows 5 flows through the connecting block 3, the connecting pipe 2, and the rotating pipe 4 into the respiratory muscle trainer body 1. The air blown by the patient is detected by the flow sensor 9 as it flows within the bellows 5. When a certain flow rate is reached, the PLC controller 11 controls a low-power buzzer 10 to provide an alert, allowing the patient to know whether their exhaled air flow is sufficient, thus encouraging and motivating them. When it is necessary to adjust the resistance inside the connecting pipe 2 and the rotating pipe 4 to increase the training effect, the patient can pull the lever 704, causing the rack 705 to disengage from the gear 701, and then rotate the rotating pipe 4. The rotation of the rotating tube 4 causes the interior of the sealed bearing 807 to rotate. Simultaneously, the sealed bearing 807 rotates, smoothly driving the rotating ring block 801 to rotate as well. During rotation, the rotating ring block 801 pushes the sliding rod 803 through the arc groove 802. The movement of the sliding rod 803 causes the adjusting plate 804 to slide along the hollow groove 8052 on one side of the fixed round block 806, thus narrowing the opening inside the hollow groove 8052 and increasing resistance. Afterward, simply releasing the rack 705 allows the elasticity of the first spring 703 to reset the pull rod 704, restoring the restriction on the rotating tube 4. To reduce resistance, simply repeat the above operation, performing the operation in reverse order.

[0038] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model.

Claims

1. A progressive respiratory function training feedback device after abdominal surgery, comprising a respiratory muscle trainer body (1), characterized in that: A connecting pipe (2) is fixedly connected to one side of the respiratory muscle trainer body (1). A connecting block (3) is fixedly connected to the surface of the connecting pipe (2). A rotating pipe (4) is rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the connecting block (3). An adjustment mechanism (8) is provided in the inner cavity of the connecting block (3). A corrugated pipe (5) is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating pipe (4). An air nozzle (6) is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the corrugated pipe (5). A low-power buzzer (10) and a PLC controller (11) are fixedly connected to the surface of the respiratory muscle trainer body (1). A flow sensor (9) is fixedly connected to the surface of the corrugated pipe (5). A limit component (7) is provided on the surface of the rotating pipe (4). The adjusting mechanism (8) includes a sealed bearing (807), the surface of which is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the connecting block (3). A rotating ring block (801) is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the sealed bearing (807). An arc-shaped groove (802) is provided on one side of the rotating ring block (801). A slide rod (803) is slidably connected to the inner cavity of the arc-shaped groove (802). An adjusting plate (804) is rotatably connected to the surface of the slide rod (803). A fixed round block (806) is provided on one side of the adjusting plate (804). One side of the fixed round block (806) is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting pipe (2). A sliding assembly (805) is provided between one side of the fixed round block (806) and one side of the adjusting plate (804).

2. The postoperative progressive respiratory function training feedback device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sliding assembly (805) includes a slider (8051), one end of which is fixedly connected to one side of the adjusting plate (804). A hollow groove (8052) is provided on one side of the fixed circular block (806), and the surface of the slider (8051) is slidably connected to the inner cavity of the hollow groove (8052).

3. The postoperative progressive respiratory function training feedback device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The limiting component (7) includes a gear (701), the inner cavity of which is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating tube (4). A fixing plate (702) is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block (3), and a first spring (703) is fixedly connected to one side of the fixing plate (702). A rack (705) is fixedly connected to one end of the first spring (703), and the teeth of the rack (705) mesh with the teeth of the gear (701). A pull rod (704) is fixedly connected to one side of the rack (705), and one end of the pull rod (704) passes through one side of the fixing plate (702).

4. The postoperative progressive respiratory function training feedback device according to claim 3, characterized in that: A connecting plate (14) is fixedly connected to one side of the respiratory muscle trainer body (1), and a mounting block (15) is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting plate (14). A second spring (16) is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting block (15), and a clamping block (17) is fixedly connected to one end of the second spring (16).

5. The postoperative progressive respiratory function training feedback device according to claim 4, characterized in that: A mounting plate (12) is fixedly connected to the surface of the respiratory muscle trainer body (1), and a timer (13) is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate (12).

6. The postoperative progressive respiratory function training feedback device according to claim 4, characterized in that: A limiting rod (18) is fixedly connected to the surface of the clamping block (17). One end of the limiting rod (18) passes through one side of the mounting block (15), and the second spring (16) is sleeved on the surface of the limiting rod (18).

7. The postoperative progressive respiratory function training feedback device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The surface of the connecting pipe (2) is movably bonded with a second rubber layer (20), one side of the second rubber layer (20) is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block (3), and the surface of the rotating pipe (4) is fixedly connected with a first rubber layer (19), one side of the first rubber layer (19) is fixedly connected to one side of the corrugated pipe (5).