Portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function

Abstract

The utility model relates to medical instrument technical field provides a portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function, including storage box main part, the inside storage box main part is divided into two independent chambers through the first baffle of longitudinal setting, the chamber inside left side places has the placement box and waste needle box of arbitrary taking, be respectively used for depositing cotton swab and waste needle, right side the chamber is provided with counter, the one side of storage box main part is close to the counter and is provided with the detachable waste needle box, the utility model provides a portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function, realizes counting function through the press button in the process of pulling out needle and putting needle, the waste needle box adopts the detachable design, ensures that splicing is firm and is not affected by disinfection, the application can improve medical operation safety, is convenient for carrying and cleaning simultaneously, effectively prevents cross infection, is suitable for clinical popularization and application.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of medical devices, and in particular to a portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of medical device technology, acupuncture, as a traditional and widely used treatment method, typically uses disposable acupuncture needles. Modern acupuncture needles consist of a body, tip, and handle. The body and tip are smooth, while the handle is threaded for easy insertion, removal, and rotation. However, in clinical practice, medical personnel usually hold the needles between their fingers when removing them, placing them in a curved tray after removal and then emptying them into a medical waste bin. This method not only increases the workload of medical staff but also poses certain safety hazards, such as the risk of needle sticks or cross-infection. Furthermore, the number of needles must be counted again after the procedure, wasting time.

[0003] In the prior art, Chinese utility model patent CN215426114U discloses an acupuncture needle recycler. This recycler achieves a relatively reasonable recycling function by using an electromagnet to attract acupuncture needles, reducing safety risks and labor intensity. However, this technology still has some shortcomings. First, because it relies on the electromagnet attraction function, it needs to be equipped with a battery and connected to the electromagnet by a wire for power supply, which increases the complexity of the device's operation. Second, the upper surface of the needle receiving end has multiple blind holes evenly distributed for accepting needles, making it difficult to operate during the placement of used needles and easily causing injury to medical personnel.

[0004] Furthermore, this device cannot count the number of needles collected, making it difficult to meet the need for accurate recording of acupuncture needle usage in medical procedures. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a waste acupuncture needle recycling device that can count the number of acupuncture needles, is highly portable, and easy to clean and disinfect, in order to improve the safety and efficiency of medical procedures. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a portable acupuncture needle storage box with a counting function, which solves the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: A portable acupuncture needle storage box with a counting function includes a storage box body. The storage box body is divided into two independent chambers by a longitudinally arranged first partition. The left chamber contains a storage box for easy access and a waste needle box for storing cotton swabs and waste needles, respectively. The right chamber is equipped with a counter. The waste needle box can be detachably connected to the storage box body on the side near the counter.

[0007] Furthermore, both the main body of the storage box and the waste needle box are made of transparent, corrosion-resistant material.

[0008] Furthermore, the bottom of the storage box body is provided with an anti-slip pad, which is made of silicone material and has regularly arranged raised points on its surface.

[0009] Furthermore, the waste needle box is connected to the main body of the storage box via a magnetic splicing structure. The magnetic splicing structure includes a magnetic piece fixed on one side of the main body of the storage box and a magnetic attracting piece embedded on one side of the waste needle box. The magnetic piece and the magnetic attracting piece generate a magnetic attraction force to achieve a tight connection.

[0010] Furthermore, the waste needle box and the main body of the storage box are fixedly connected with hooks, and the top of the main body of the storage box is provided with a groove that matches the hooks.

[0011] Furthermore, grooves are provided at the front top of the left chamber and the right top of the right chamber, and the longitudinal cross-sectional dimensions of the grooves are consistent with the longitudinal cross-sectional dimensions of the horizontal plate on the hook.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the technical solution provided by this utility model are as follows: This invention allows for the use of a counter to count the number of needles removed during the acupuncture procedure, thus preventing any omissions. The waste needle box in this utility model can be placed inside the main body of the storage box or detachably connected to the main body of the storage box. This allows the placement of the waste needle box to be selected according to the operational requirements. After the needle removal operation is completed, the waste needle box can be easily removed, the waste acupuncture needles in the waste needle box can be poured into the sharps container, and then the waste needle box can be disinfected separately. After use, acupuncture needles can be removed from the patient and placed horizontally into the waste needle box. This prevents medical staff from contacting existing needles in the box when placing the next needle, thus avoiding injury to the patient. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function in Example 1; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function in Example 2; In the diagram: 1. Main body of the storage box; 2. First partition; 3. First placement cavity; 4. Placement box; 5. Second placement cavity; 7. Counter; 8. Counting button; 9. Waste needle box; 10. Magnetic plate; 11. Hook; 12. Groove. Detailed Implementation

[0014] 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, 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. Example

[0015] As shown in Figures 1-2, a portable acupuncture needle storage box with a counting function includes a storage box body 1. The outer edge of the storage box body 1 is connected to a sealing cover via a hinge, allowing the sealing cover to rotate around the hinge to open or close the opening. A flexible rubber sealing strip is provided at the edge to improve sealing performance. The opening angle of the sealing cover is limited to between 0° and 180°. A handle is provided on the upper surface of the sealing cover, and the inner side of the handle has anti-slip textures for easy gripping and carrying by medical personnel, improving the portability of the device. An anti-slip pad is provided on the bottom of the storage box body 1. The anti-slip pad is made of silicone material and has regularly arranged raised points on its surface to increase the friction between the storage box and the table or hospital bed, preventing slippage. If the storage box slides during use, an anti-slip pad is attached to the bottom of the main body of the storage box with double-sided tape for easy replacement and cleaning. The main body of the storage box 1 is divided into two independent chambers by a longitudinally arranged first partition 2 (a first placement chamber 3 on the right and a second placement chamber 5 on the left). The left chamber contains a freely accessible placement box 4 and a waste needle box 9, which are used to store cotton swabs and waste needles, respectively. The waste needle box 9 can be detachably connected to the main body of the storage box 1 on the side near the counter 7. Both the waste needle box 9 and the main body of the storage box 1 are made of transparent material. The transparent material is based on polycarbonate, which not only has high transparency but also good impact resistance and chemical corrosion resistance. After acupuncture and needle removal, first pour the acupuncture needles from the waste needle box 9 into the sharps box, then soak the waste needle box 9 in disinfectant. To ensure long-term reliability, both the main body 1 of the storage box and the waste needle box 9 are made of transparent, corrosion-resistant material to resist corrosion. When not in use, the storage box 4 and the waste needle box 9 are placed in the left-side chamber, saving space and making them easier to carry. When acupuncture is being performed, the waste needle box 9 is placed on one side of the main body 1 of the storage box, which is convenient for medical staff to follow their acupuncture habits (the lower small chamber of the left-side chamber is used to store unused acupuncture needle packaging boxes). The right-side chamber is equipped with a counter 7, which is a commercially available product, such as an electronic counter with the brand name Shengfu and model number SF08 or SF-M1 purchased online through Taobao. The counter 7 has a digital display screen, a total count button, a zeroing button, and a counting button 8. During acupuncture, the counting button 8 is pressed after each needle is inserted. After the acupuncture is completed, the count (i.e., the number of needles inserted) is recorded and recorded on a separate record form. Then, the zeroing button is pressed to reset the count to zero. When the acupuncture time is reached and the needles are removed, the counting button 8 is pressed after each needle is removed. After the needles are removed, the total number of needles removed is displayed. Medical staff can then compare the number of needles removed with the number of needles recorded in the form to avoid omissions. Finally, the count is reset to zero using the zeroing button.

[0016] In this invention, the upper surfaces of the placement box 4 and the waste needle box 9 are flush with the upper surface of the storage box body 1. The total width of the placement box 4 and the waste needle box 9 is equal to the width of the left side chamber, and the length of the waste needle box 9 is equal to the width of the storage box body 1. Moreover, during use, the waste needle box 9 can be fixed to the outer side of the storage box body 1. The placement box 4 and the acupuncture needle box can be stored in the left side chamber of the storage box body 1.

[0017] like Figure 1 As shown, the waste needle box 9 is connected to the storage box body 1 by a magnetic splicing structure. The magnetic splicing structure includes a magnetic piece 10 fixed on one side of the storage box body 1 and a magnetic attracting piece embedded on one side of the waste needle box 9. The magnetic piece 10 and the magnetic attracting piece generate a magnetic attraction force to achieve a tight connection.

[0018] Specifically, a groove is provided on the waste needle box 9 at a position relative to the magnetic suction piece 10, and the shape and structure of the groove are consistent with the magnetic suction piece 10; the magnetic attracting piece has the function of enhancing the magnetic force, and the magnetic suction piece and the magnetic attracting piece are used together to improve the firmness of the magnetic adsorption force; the magnetic attracting piece is flush with the side of the waste needle box 9, ensuring that when not in use, the waste needle box 9 and the storage box 4 can be locked in the left cavity; when the waste needle core is close to the main body of the storage box, a magnetic attraction force is generated between the magnetic suction piece and the magnetic attracting piece, so that the waste needle core is tightly connected to the main body of the storage box; the design of the magnetic connection surface ensures that the contact area between the magnetic suction piece and the magnetic attracting piece is maximized, thereby improving the magnetic attraction effect; the advantage of the magnetic splicing design is that the connection is stable and reliable, not easy to loosen, and is not affected by the immersion in disinfectant, ensuring long-term performance; through the magnetic splicing design, a stable connection between the waste needle core and the main body of the storage box is achieved, while being unaffected by the immersion in disinfectant. Example

[0019] like Figure 2As shown, the waste needle box 9 and the storage box body 1 are fixedly connected to a hook 11 on their opposite sides. The top of the storage box body 1 is provided with a groove 12 that cooperates with the hook 11. The longitudinal cross-sectional dimension of the groove 12 is consistent with the longitudinal cross-sectional dimension of the horizontal plate on the hook 11.

[0020] Specifically, the hook 11 has an L-shaped structure, and the end of the hook 11 is attached to the side wall of the waste needle box 9. A groove 12 is also provided at the top of the left chamber relative to the storage box body 1. The longitudinal cross-sectional dimensions of the groove 12 on the long side and the groove 12 on the wide side are the same. When not in operation, the placement box 4 and the waste needle box 9 are placed in the left chamber. The hook 11 on the waste needle box 9 can be engaged with the groove 12 on the long side. The upper surface of the hook 11 is flush with the storage box body 1, which can also ensure that the sealing cover can be closed smoothly, saving more space and making it easier to carry. When performing acupuncture, the waste needle box 9 is hung on the right side of the storage box body 1. The distance between the right side of the counter 7 and the inner side wall of the storage box body 1 is greater than the width of the vertical plate of the hook 11, ensuring that the waste needle box 9 can be hung smoothly.

[0021] By optimizing the waste needle disposal process, this invention simplifies the process and improves operational safety. It is suitable for medical settings such as acupuncture clinics, especially for scenarios requiring frequent handling of large quantities of discarded acupuncture needles. Doctors can automatically record the number of discarded needles simply by pressing a button during needle removal, reducing the workload of medical staff and lowering the risk of cross-infection. Furthermore, the easy disassembly of the waste needle core further enhances operational efficiency. Through its unique counting function, magnetic splicing structure, and optimized waste needle disposal process, this invention provides an efficient, safe, and convenient acupuncture needle storage solution suitable for clinical application.

[0022] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function, comprising a storage box body (1), characterized in that: The storage box body (1) is divided into two independent chambers by a first partition (2) arranged longitudinally. The left chamber contains a place box (4) that can be taken out at will and a waste needle box (9) for storing cotton swabs and waste needles, respectively. The right chamber is equipped with a counter (7). The waste needle box (9) can be detachably connected to the storage box body (1) on the side close to the counter (7).

2. The portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body of the storage box (1) and the waste needle box (9) are both made of transparent corrosion-resistant material.

3. The portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the storage box body (1) is provided with an anti-slip pad, which is made of silicone material and has regularly arranged raised points on the surface.

4. The portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The waste needle box (9) is connected to the main body of the storage box (1) through a magnetic splicing structure. The magnetic splicing structure includes a magnetic piece (10) fixed on one side of the main body of the storage box (1) and a magnetic attracting piece embedded on one side of the waste needle box (9). The magnetic piece (10) and the magnetic attracting piece generate magnetic attraction to achieve a tight connection.

5. The portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The waste needle box (9) is fixedly connected to the opposite side of the storage box body (1) with a hook (11), and the top of the storage box body (1) is provided with a groove (12) that matches the hook (11).

6. The portable acupuncture needle storage box with counting function according to claim 5, characterized in that: The front top of the left chamber and the right top of the right chamber are both provided with grooves (12), and the longitudinal cross-sectional dimensions of the grooves (12) are consistent with the longitudinal cross-sectional dimensions of the horizontal plate on the hook (11).

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