An auxiliary eye drop device

Abstract

This invention provides an auxiliary eye drop instillation device, relating to the field of medical device technology, comprising: a suction tube, a suction pump, a protective eye shield, and support rods. The suction tube has a first end and a second end, respectively. The first end communicates with the internal space of the eye drop bottle and can be called the inlet end, while the second end is used for dispensing the liquid and can be called the outlet end. In use, the second end is aligned with the eyeball. The suction pump is connected to the suction tube and pumps the fluid from the first end to the second end. The protective eye shield has a sleeve-like structure that is smaller at the top and larger at the bottom. The second end of the suction tube can be inserted into and detachably connected to the upper opening of the protective eye shield. Two support rods are provided, one on each side of the protective eye shield and connected to it. In use, the two support rods are used to hold the upper and lower eyelids firmly. The auxiliary eye drop instillation device provided by this invention uses two support rods to open the upper and lower eyelids, facilitating the instillation of the eye drops and improving accuracy.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to an auxiliary eye drop device. Background Technology

[0002] In ophthalmology and personal eye care, eye drops are a common treatment and care method. Traditional eye drop administration typically requires manual operation: the user aligns the dropper with the eye and squeezes the bottle to dispense the medication. This method has limitations, particularly in terms of ease of use, accuracy, and hygiene. It is especially challenging for the elderly, those with poor hand-eye coordination, or those with finger motor dysfunction, such as Parkinson's disease patients and those with finger injuries, as they often struggle to accurately control the amount and placement of the drops, leading to wasted medication or poor results. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an auxiliary eye drop device to solve the problems existing in the prior art and improve the convenience and accuracy of eye drop application.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following solution:

[0005] This utility model provides an auxiliary eye drop instillation device, comprising:

[0006] The suction tube has one end for connecting to the inside of the eye drop bottle and the other end for dispensing the liquid.

[0007] A suction pump, connected to a suction tube, is used to pump fluid from the first end to the second end.

[0008] The protective goggles have a sleeve-like structure that is wider at the bottom than the top. The second end of the suction tube can be inserted into the upper opening of the goggles and can be detachably connected.

[0009] There are two support rods, which are respectively set on both sides of the protective goggles and connected to the protective goggles. When in use, the two support rods are used to support the upper and lower eyelids respectively.

[0010] Preferably, the suction pump is an electric pump. The first end of the suction tube is inserted below the liquid level in the eye drop bottle. The outlet of the electric pump is connected to the first end of the suction tube, and the inlet is connected to the space inside the eye drop bottle through an extension tube. The electric pump is equipped with a push switch. The electric pump can be controlled to suction in two ways through the push switch: one is to press to open and release to close; the second is to suction a fixed amount after pressing once.

[0011] Preferably, the struts are made of bio-adhesive.

[0012] Preferably, the cross-section of the protective goggles is flat and round.

[0013] Preferably, the suction tube is a flexible tube or a rigid tube. When the suction tube is a rigid tube, both ends of the rigid tube are connected to silicone flexible tubes.

[0014] Preferably, both struts are arc-shaped, and the distance between the two struts gradually decreases from the middle to the end.

[0015] Preferably, the two support rods are connected as one unit by a connecting rod. The middle part of the connecting rod has a retaining ring, and the top of the protective goggle has a hollow column. The second end of the suction tube can be inserted from the top of the hollow column and then extend into the protective goggle after passing through the bottom. The retaining ring, the connecting rod and the support rod are integrally formed. The retaining ring can be detachably sleeved on the outside of the hollow column. When the retaining ring is sleeved on the hollow column, the retaining ring and the hollow column are fixed by an interference fit.

[0016] Preferably, the two support rods are connected as one unit by a connecting rod. The top of the protective goggle has a hollow column. The second end of the suction tube can be inserted from the top of the hollow column and extend into the protective goggle after passing through the bottom. The middle part of the connecting rod is fixedly connected to the hollow column. The connecting rod, the support rod, the hollow column and the protective goggle are integrally formed.

[0017] Preferably, the extension tube is a flexible tube.

[0018] Preferably, the protective goggles are trumpet-shaped.

[0019] The present invention achieves the following technical advantages over the prior art:

[0020] The auxiliary eye drop device provided by this utility model uses two support rods to open the upper and lower eyelids, making it easier for the medicine to be dripped into the eye and improving accuracy.

[0021] The auxiliary eye drop device provided by this utility model controls the dripping of liquid through a suction pump, eliminating the need for complicated hand operations by the user. It is especially suitable for the elderly, patients with poor hand coordination, or those with hand motor dysfunction.

[0022] The auxiliary eye drop device provided by this invention reduces direct contact between the hands and eyes, thus lowering the risk of cross-infection. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments 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.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the auxiliary eye drop device provided in the embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A structural diagram in the second direction;

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A structural diagram in the third direction;

[0027] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Exploded view of the structure;

[0028] In the diagram: 1-Support rod; 2-Connecting rod; 3-Suction tube; 4-Push switch; 5-Electric pump; 6-Extension tube; 7-Protective goggles; 8-Discharge end; 9-Clamping ring; 10-Hollow column. Detailed Implementation

[0029] 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.

[0030] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0031] This invention provides an auxiliary eye drop instillation device, such as... Figures 1-4 As shown, the device includes: a suction tube 3, a suction pump, a protective eye cover 7, and support rods 1. The two ends of the suction tube 3 are a first end and a second end, respectively. The first end is used to communicate with the internal space of the eye drop bottle and can also be called the inlet end. The second end is used to dispense the liquid and can also be called the outlet end 8. In use, the second end is used to align with the eyeball. The suction pump is connected to the suction tube 3 and is used to pump the fluid from the first end to the second end. The protective eye cover 7 has a sleeve-shaped structure that is smaller at the top and larger at the bottom. The second end of the suction tube 3 can be inserted into the upper opening of the protective eye cover 7 and can be detachably connected. There are two support rods 1, which are respectively located on both sides of the protective eye cover 7 and connected to the protective eye cover 7. In use, the two support rods 1 are used to support the upper and lower eyelids respectively.

[0032] Before use, assemble the auxiliary eye drop device. The usage process is as follows: With the patient's eyes open, hold the assembly consisting of the protective eye shield 7 and the support rod 1, and then place the two support rods 1 on the upper and lower eyelids respectively to help the patient open their eyes. Then turn on the suction pump to pump the liquid out from the outlet 8 of the suction tube 3. Since the outlet 8 is aligned with the eyeball when the support rod 1 is on the upper and lower eyelids, the liquid can be accurately dripped onto the eyeball. After completing the drip, manually remove the assembly consisting of the protective eye shield 7 and the support rod 1, then separate the auxiliary eye drop device from the eye drop bottle. Seal the eye drop bottle, and then take out the auxiliary eye drop device for cleaning and disinfection.

[0033] In some embodiments, the suction pump is an electric pump 5. The first end of the suction tube 3 is inserted below the liquid level in the eye drop bottle. The outlet of the electric pump 5 is connected to the first end of the suction tube 3. The inlet is connected to the space inside the eye drop bottle through the extension tube 6. The electric pump 5 is equipped with a push switch 4. The electric pump 5 can be controlled by the push switch 4 in two ways: one is to press to open and release to close; the second is to press once and then draw a quantitative amount.

[0034] This embodiment further improves convenience.

[0035] Since the method of controlling the opening and closing of the electric pump 5 through a control program in this embodiment is a mature technology, this utility model has not made any improvements to it, and therefore, it will not be described in detail in this specification.

[0036] In the embodiment illustrated in the accompanying drawings, the push switch 4 is mounted on the suction tube 3 and is a certain distance away from the electric pump 5. In this embodiment, a circuit is required to connect the push switch 4 to the control chip inside the electric pump 5. Of course, in some embodiments, the push switch 4 can also be directly mounted on the surface of the electric pump 5.

[0037] In some embodiments, the strut 1 is made of bio-glue.

[0038] This embodiment can reduce the discomfort when the support rod 1 is stretched tightly on the upper and lower eyelids, and improve comfort.

[0039] In some embodiments, the protective goggles 7 have a flattened oval cross-section.

[0040] In this embodiment, the protective goggles 7 have a cross-section shaped like an eye, which can better protect the eyes and prevent the medicine from splashing out.

[0041] In some embodiments, the suction tube 3 is a flexible tube, such as a rubber tube. Of course, it can also be a plastic tube with a certain rigidity, and this invention does not limit this.

[0042] The suction tube 3 can also be a rigid tube, with silicone tubing connected to both ends.

[0043] In some embodiments, both struts 1 are arc-shaped, and the distance between the two struts 1 gradually decreases from the middle to the end.

[0044] This embodiment aims to reduce discomfort and improve comfort when the support rod 1 rests on the upper and lower eyelids.

[0045] The support rod 1 and the protective goggles 7 have two connection methods. The first is a detachable connection, which makes it easy to separate the complex support rod 1 and the protective goggles 7 for disinfection. The second is an integrated structure.

[0046] In the first embodiment, the two support rods 1 are connected as one unit by a connecting rod 2. The middle part of the connecting rod 2 is equipped with a retaining ring 9. The top of the protective goggle 7 is equipped with a hollow column 10. The second end of the suction tube 3 can be inserted from the top of the hollow column 10 and then extend into the protective goggle 7 from the bottom. The retaining ring 9, the connecting rod 2 and the support rod 1 are integrally formed. The retaining ring 9 can be detachably sleeved on the hollow column 10. When the retaining ring 9 is sleeved on the hollow column 10, the retaining ring 9 and the hollow column 10 are fixed by interference fit.

[0047] In the second embodiment, the two support rods 1 are connected as one unit by a connecting rod 2. The top of the protective goggle 7 has a hollow column 10. The second end of the suction tube 3 can be inserted from the top of the hollow column 10 and then extend into the protective goggle 7 from the bottom. The middle part of the connecting rod 2 is fixedly connected to the hollow column 10. The connecting rod 2, support rod 1, hollow column 10 and protective goggle 7 are integrally formed.

[0048] In some embodiments, the extension tube 6 is a flexible tube, which facilitates the insertion of the extension tube 6 from the opening of the eye drop bottle into the space below the liquid surface. In addition, the extension tube 6 is relatively long to accommodate eye drop bottles of different sizes.

[0049] In some embodiments, the protective goggles 7 are trumpet-shaped.

[0050] This utility model uses specific examples to illustrate its principles and implementation methods. The above description of the embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core idea of ​​this utility model. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope based on the idea of ​​this utility model. In summary, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

Claims

1. An auxiliary eye drop instillation device, characterized in that: include: The suction tube has one end for connecting to the inside of the eye drop bottle and the other end for dispensing the liquid. A suction pump, connected to the suction tube, is used to pump the fluid from the first end to the second end; The protective goggles have a sleeve-like structure that is wider at the bottom than the top. The second end of the suction tube can be inserted into and detachably connected to the upper opening of the protective goggles. There are two support rods, which are respectively located on both sides of the protective eye mask and connected to the protective eye mask. In use, the two support rods are used to support the upper and lower eyelids respectively.

2. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The suction pump is an electric pump. The first end of the suction tube is inserted below the liquid level in the eye drop bottle. The outlet of the electric pump is connected to the first end of the suction tube, and the inlet is connected to the space inside the eye drop bottle through an extension tube. The electric pump is equipped with a push switch. The electric pump can be controlled to suction in two ways through the push switch: one is to press to open and release to close; the second is to suction a fixed amount after pressing once.

3. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The struts are made of bio-glue.

4. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective goggles have a flattened, round cross-section.

5. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The suction tube is a flexible tube or a rigid tube. When the suction tube is a rigid tube, silicone flexible tubes are connected to both ends of the rigid tube.

6. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both of the struts are arc-shaped, and the distance between the two struts gradually decreases from the middle to the end.

7. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two support rods are connected as one unit by a connecting rod. The middle part of the connecting rod has a retaining ring. The top of the protective goggle has a hollow column. The second end of the suction tube can be inserted from the top of the hollow column and then extend into the protective goggle after passing through the bottom. The retaining ring, the connecting rod and the support rod are integrally formed. The retaining ring is detachably sleeved on the hollow column. When the retaining ring is sleeved on the hollow column, the retaining ring and the hollow column are fixed by an interference fit.

8. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two support rods are connected as one unit by a connecting rod. The top of the protective goggle has a hollow column. The second end of the suction tube can be inserted from the top of the hollow column and extend into the protective goggle after passing through the bottom. The middle part of the connecting rod is fixedly connected to the hollow column. The connecting rod, the support rod, the hollow column and the protective goggle are integrally formed.

9. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The extension tube is a flexible tube.

10. The auxiliary eye drop device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective goggles are trumpet-shaped.

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