An angle-adjustable ankle fixation brace

Abstract

The application relates to an angle-adjustable ankle fixing support, which comprises a shoe body, a fixator movably connected above the shoe body, and an angle-adjusting chuck installed on the shoe body, the angle-adjusting chuck being capable of adjusting and fixing the relative angle between the shoe body and the fixator. The application has the effect that the relative angle between the shoe body and the fixator can be flexibly adjusted according to the requirements of a patient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of ankle fixation braces, and more particularly to an angle-adjustable ankle fixation brace. Background Technology

[0002] Ankle immobilization braces play a vital role in medical rehabilitation, especially when patients require fixation and protection after ankle injuries or surgery. As expectations for rehabilitation outcomes increase, the design of immobilization braces is evolving towards a balance between functionality and comfort to meet the individualized needs of different patients, thereby better promoting their rehabilitation process and improving their quality of life.

[0003] Currently, common ankle immobilization devices on the market mainly achieve ankle fixation through methods such as straps, splints, or fixation braces. Strap fixation uses multiple layers of straps to wrap around the ankle, which is simple to operate but inconvenient to adjust; splint fixation uses a rigid splint to wrap the ankle, providing good fixation but lacking flexibility; fixation braces support the ankle with a rigid frame, offering strong stability but making it difficult to achieve flexible angle adjustment in different postures. These traditional methods each have their own characteristics in practical applications and are widely used in clinical rehabilitation treatment.

[0004] However, existing ankle braces generally suffer from insufficient angle adjustment capabilities, failing to flexibly adjust the relative angle between the shoe and the fixator according to the patient's actual needs. This limits the patient's range of motion during rehabilitation and makes it difficult to meet diverse needs. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides an adjustable ankle brace.

[0006] This application provides an adjustable ankle brace with the following technical solution: 1. An adjustable ankle brace, comprising: Shoe body; A fastener, movably connected above the shoe body; and An angle-adjusting chuck is installed on the shoe body, and the angle-adjusting chuck can adjust and fix the relative angle between the shoe body and the fixing device.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solution, an angle-adjustable ankle fixation brace is provided, which enables adjustment and fixation of the relative angle between the shoe and the fixator. This design allows the brace to flexibly adjust the fixation angle of the ankle according to the patient's specific needs, thereby better meeting the diverse requirements of rehabilitation treatment or daily use. At the same time, it has a simple structure, is easy to operate, and has good practicality and stability.

[0008] Optionally, the shoe body includes a sole plate and a side guard plate connected to the sole plate. The side guard plate is provided with two opposing limiting grooves, and a connecting plate is provided in the limiting groove. The connecting plate is adjustablely installed in the limiting groove.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the connecting plate facilitates the connection between the shoe body, the fixing device, and the angle adjustment chuck, resulting in a simpler structure. The limiting groove restricts the left and right rotation of the connecting plate, improving the stability of the fixing bracket.

[0010] Optionally, the lower end of the connecting plate is provided with a plurality of adjustment holes arranged in a vertical direction. The adjustment holes are engaged with the limiting groove by bolts or buckles to adjust and fix the height of the connecting plate relative to the shoe body.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the height of the connecting plate relative to the shoe body can be adjusted and fixed, thereby adapting to different foot shapes and usage needs, and improving the applicability and comfort of the orthosis. Optionally, the upper end of the connecting plate is a disc-shaped structure, and the upper end of the connecting plate is provided with a positioning slot symmetrical about the center of the disc. The positioning slot is composed of multiple continuous circular through holes connected in an intersecting manner.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, stable structural support can be provided, and precise positioning points can be provided for subsequent angle adjustment components, ensuring more accurate and reliable angle adjustment between the fixation device and the shoe body. Optionally, the fastener includes a fixing strip that is rotatably connected to each connecting plate.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the fixation device can be connected to the shoe body more stably, while providing a structural basis for subsequent angle adjustment.

[0014] Optionally, the lower end of the fixing strip is a disc-shaped structure corresponding to the upper end of the connecting plate, and the lower end of the fixing strip is provided with a limiting hole.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, and setting the lower end of the fixing strip to a disc-shaped structure corresponding to the upper end of the connecting plate, the shape matching of the two is ensured, the stability of the connection is improved, and the assembly process is simplified. The setting of the limiting hole provides a positioning point for the movable pin in the subsequent angle adjustment chuck, allowing the relative position between the fixing strip and the connecting plate to be precisely controlled, thereby realizing the angle adjustment function of the ankle fixation brace. Optionally, the angle adjusting chuck includes a pull ring connected to a plurality of movable pins, the movable pins corresponding to the positions and number of the limiting holes, and the movable pins can be selectively inserted into different positions of the connecting plate to lock the relative angle between the fixing device and the shoe body.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the relative angle between the shoe body and the fixation device can be adjusted in multiple levels and precisely fixed, thus adapting to the ankle angle needs of different users. At the same time, this design improves the versatility and comfort of the brace, providing users with more flexible adjustment options. The pull ring design facilitates operation, and the cooperation between the movable pin and the positioning slot ensures the stability and reliability of the angle adjustment.

[0017] Optionally, a cover plate is installed on the upper end of the movable pin near the pull ring, the cover plate is fixed to the lower end of the fixing strip, and an annular baffle is fixedly provided at the lower end of the movable pin.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the cover plate and annular baffle effectively limit and support the movable pin structurally. The cover plate is fixed to the lower end of the fixing strip, providing a stable mounting base for the movable pin, while the annular baffle is located at the lower end of the movable pin, preventing it from dislodging from the limiting hole. This design ensures the reliability of the movable pin during use, while providing the necessary structural preparation for the subsequent installation of the adjusting spring, thereby improving the stability and ease of operation of the entire angle adjusting chuck.

[0019] Optionally, the cover plate and the annular baffle are provided with an adjusting spring that passes through the movable pin, and the adjusting spring can press the movable pin, which is not subjected to external force, into the connecting plate.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the adjusting spring is a two-stage spring. The spring's design allows the movable pin to be stably pressed into the positioning slot when no external force is applied, thereby achieving angle locking between the fixation device and the shoe body and ensuring the ankle fixation brace maintains a stable relative position during use. Simultaneously, this design improves the reliability and safety of angle adjustment, avoiding fixation failure due to a loose movable pin. Furthermore, the adjusting spring design allows users to quickly unlock and adjust the angle by pulling the pull ring to overcome the spring force, enhancing operational convenience.

[0021] Optionally, the base plate is a curved plate with bent front and rear ends.

[0022] By adopting the above technical solutions, the natural shape of the human foot can be better conformed to, providing a comfortable support effect, while also helping to distribute foot pressure and reduce fatigue during long-term wear.

[0023] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: 1. The relative angle between the shoe and the fixation device can be flexibly adjusted and fixed by the angle adjustment chuck, which can meet the needs of patients for different postures during rehabilitation and improve the convenience and comfort of use; 2. The angle adjustment function between the shoe body and the fixation device solves the problem of inconvenient adjustment of traditional fixation braces, expands the patient's range of motion, and helps to promote the rehabilitation process; 3. The overall structural design is simple and reasonable, and the operation is convenient. It can effectively replace the traditional fixing method and provide better functionality and adaptability. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting plate structure; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the angle adjustment chuck structure; Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the angle adjustment chuck installation.

[0025] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Shoe body; 11. Connecting plate; 111. Adjustment hole; 112. Positioning slot; 12. Sole plate; 13. Side guard plate; 130. Limiting groove; 2. Fixing device; 21. Fixing strip; 211. Limiting hole; 3. Angle adjustment chuck; 31. Pull ring; 32. Movable pin; 33. Cover plate; 34. Annular baffle; 35. Adjusting spring. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-4 This application will be described in further detail.

[0027] This application discloses an adjustable ankle brace.

[0028] refer to Figures 1-2 An angle-adjustable ankle brace includes a shoe body 1, a fixator 2, and an angle-adjusting chuck 3.

[0029] Shoe body 1; Fixture 2 is movably connected to the upper part of the shoe body 1; Angle adjustment chuck 3 is installed on the shoe body 1. Angle adjustment chuck 3 can adjust and fix the relative angle between the shoe body 1 and the fixing device 2.

[0030] The bottom of the shoe body 1 is provided with a sole plate 12, which is a curved plate with a bent front and rear end. Side guards 13 are provided at both ends of the sole plate 12. The side guards 13 are provided with limiting grooves 130 and are equipped with connecting plates 11. The lower end of the connecting plate 11 has an adjustment hole 111. The height of the connecting plate 11 is adjusted by controlling the relative height between the adjustment hole 111 and the limiting groove 130. The upper end of the connecting plate 11 is rotatably connected to a fixing device 2, which is a fixing strip 21 adapted to the connecting plate 11. Thus, the height of the fixing strip 21 changes with the height of the connecting plate 11. In addition, the upper end of the connecting plate 11 has a disc-shaped structure. The upper end of the connecting plate 11 is provided with a positioning groove 112 symmetrical about the center of the circle. The positioning groove 112 is composed of multiple continuous circular through holes connected in an intersecting manner. The lower end of the fixing strip 21 has a limiting hole 211 that mates with the positioning groove 112.

[0031] refer to Figures 3-4 An angle adjusting chuck 3 is installed at the connection between the fixing device 2 and the shoe body 1. The angle adjusting chuck 3 includes a pull ring 31, which is connected to multiple movable pins 32. The number of movable pins 32 corresponds to the position of the limiting hole 211, and the movable pins 32 can be located at different positions within the positioning slot 112. Specifically, the movable pins 32 are inserted into the limiting hole 211 and extend into the positioning slot 112. The movable pins 32 are adjusted to enter and leave the positioning slot 112 by controlling the pull ring 31. A cover plate 33 and an annular baffle 34 are respectively provided at both ends of the movable pins 32. An adjusting spring 35 is provided between the cover plate 33 and the annular baffle 34, passing through the movable pin 32. Without the action of external force, the adjusting spring 35 presses the movable pin 32 into the positioning slot 112 and fixes it.

[0032] The implementation principle of an adjustable ankle fixation brace according to an embodiment of this application is as follows: In use, the operator places the patient's leg into the shoe body 1, adjusts the angle to suit the patient's condition, adjusts the required height of the fixator 2 using the adjustment hole 111 of the connecting plate 11, pads the inner wall of the fixator 2 with a cushioning pad, fixes the fixator 2 to the patient's leg, pulls the pull ring 31 to drive the movable pin 32, so that the fixator 2 can rotate, adjust the relative angle between the fixator 2 and the shoe body 1, thereby adapting to different conditions of different patients, releases the pull ring 31, and adjusts the spring 35 to fix the movable pin 32 in the positioning slot 112, further fixing the relative angle between the fixator 2 and the shoe body 1.

[0033] The embodiments described in this specific implementation are preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. An angle-adjustable ankle brace, characterized in that, include: The shoe body (1) includes a sole plate (12) and two side guards (13) connected to both sides of the sole plate (12). Each side guard (13) is provided with a limiting groove (130). The two limiting grooves (130) on the two side guards (13) are arranged opposite to each other. A connecting plate (11) is provided in the limiting groove (130). The connecting plate (11) is adjustablely installed in the limiting groove (130). The lower end of the connecting plate (11) is provided with multiple... A vertically arranged adjustment hole (111) is provided. The adjustment hole (111) is engaged with the limiting groove (130) by bolts or buckles to adjust and fix the height of the connecting plate (11) relative to the shoe body (1). The upper end of the connecting plate (11) is a disc-shaped structure. The upper end of the connecting plate (11) is provided with a positioning slot (112) symmetrical about the center of the disc. The positioning slot (112) is composed of multiple continuous circular through holes connected in a cross direction. Fixture (2), the fixture (2) including a fixing strip (21) rotatably connected to each connecting plate (11), the lower end of the fixing strip (21) being a disc-shaped structure corresponding to the upper end of the connecting plate (11), and the lower end of the fixing strip (21) being provided with a limit hole (211); and Angle adjusting chuck (3) includes a pull ring (31), multiple movable pins (32) connected to the pull ring (31), a cover plate (33), an annular baffle (34), and an adjusting spring (35). The pull ring (31) is connected to multiple movable pins (32), and the number of movable pins (32) corresponds to the position of the limiting hole (211). The movable pins (32) can be selectively inserted into the circular through holes of the positioning slot (112) to lock the fixing. The relative angle between the device (2) and the shoe body (1) is such that the lower end of the movable pin (32) is fixedly provided with the annular baffle (34), the cover plate (33) is fixed to the lower end of the fixing strip (21), and the adjusting spring (35) is provided between the cover plate (33) and the annular baffle (34). The adjusting spring (35) passes through the movable pin (32) and can press the movable pin (32) which is not subjected to external force into the positioning slot (112).

2. The ankle fixation brace with adjustable angle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base plate (12) is a curved plate with the front and rear ends bent.

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