Ointment applicator

Abstract

To provide an ointment applicator, when a person wants to apply an ointment to an affected area on the back that the person cannot reach, allowing even a person having no strength or weak grasping power in hand fingers to easily and reliably apply the ointment by himself / herself without relying on another person.SOLUTION: An ointment applicator includes an anti-slip rubber 3 attached to an inner surface of a semi-cylindrical pedestal 2 at one side end of a handle 1 for preventing an ointment container from shifting or rotating when the container is attached thereto with a band rubber, so that even when the ointment applicator is slightly roughly moved, a user can apply the ointment to an affected area on the back to which the user wants to apply. A cylindrical part 4 in which a thumb can be inserted is attached to the other end of the handle 1 at a position where the user can put the remaining four fingers from the end. When the person inserts a thumb, an index finger or a middle finger into the cylindrical part, passes the applicator around the back as if hanging it, and only vertically moves it, it is hung by the weight of the ointment and the container, so that even the person with weak grasping power can reliably apply the ointment to the affected area.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] This invention is a method to apply ointment to the affected area of ​​the back without asking someone to do it for you. Regarding the application of topical ointments that are convenient for applying ointments at any time without using any other tools, do. [Background technology]

[0002] As this type of ointment applicator, the ointment applicator proposed in this application is known. (Patent Document 1) Using an auxiliary tool, ointment 10 is applied to the affected area on the back. To do this, first insert the base end of the case 11 into the auxiliary frame 2 and secure the thumbscrew 5. The case 11 is fixed to the holding frame 2 by screwing it into the wall of the holding frame 2. As shown in FIG. 3, the cap 14 is removed and the slider 13 is pressed to apply the coating. The tip of the drug 10 is caused to protrude from the guide tube 12 .

[0003] Hold the handle 1 and rotate the holder 2 to the back, and the ointment protruding from the case 11 is The tip of 10 is rubbed against the affected area. The handle 1 is placed between the hand and the case 11. This allows you to apply the ointment to areas that are difficult to reach. do.

[0004] A similar ointment applicator is also disclosed in Patent Document 2, in which a circular body The attachment of 6 to the rod-shaped body must be detachable, but it is preferable. As an embodiment, as shown in Figs. 1 to 5, the other end 1b of the rod-shaped body 1 is rounded. The cylinder 6 is fitted into the fitting recess 7 provided in the body of the cylinder 6, and the above The body of the cylindrical body 6 is held by a belt 8 fixed to the other end 1b of the rod-shaped body 1. The belt 8 is preferably made of a so-called Velcro.

[0005] The cylindrical body 6 has a substantially flat portion 9 on which a topical ointment or a liquid medicine (lotion) is applied. The cotton cloth 10 impregnated with a dye (including dyes, etc.) is attached by a ring body 11 in a removable manner. This is suitable for liquid medicines that cannot be properly applied using the medicine application unit 5. In addition, 12 is integrally attached to a part of the periphery of the cylindrical body 6 (two parts in the illustrated example). When the cotton cloth 10 is attached as shown in FIG. It acts as a stopper for the ring body 11, and the cotton cloth 10 must be attached. It also serves to temporarily fix the ring body 11 to the cylindrical body 6. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0006] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 09-225038 [Patent Document 2] JP 2006-101989 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0007] With the above ointment applicator, when you want to apply ointment to the affected area on your back, It has been well received because it can be applied by oneself without relying on a helper. However, there are problems.

[0008] The present invention is particularly suitable for people who have limited strength in their hands and fingers, as it allows them to use the device easily and reliably. To provide a ointment applicator that can apply ointment to the affected area on the back. be. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] The liniment applicator provided by the present invention has a semi-cylindrical base 2 at one end of a handle 1. When the ointment container 5 is attached to the inner surface of the container with the rubber band 6, it is difficult for the container to shift position or rotate. To prevent the handle from falling over, attach the anti-slip rubber 3 and the other side of the handle 1. A cylindrical shape 4 with a thumb at the end and the remaining four fingers attached to the end. Install it in a position where it can be easily grasped. Effect of the Invention

[0010] The ointment applicator of the present invention is a device for applying ointments, which is attached to one side of the handle 1, and then the ointment container is attached to the handle 1. The medicine container is supported by the non-slip rubber 3 attached to the semicircular inner surface of the base 2. It will not slip or rotate, and you can apply it to the affected area of ​​your back as you like. You can apply the ointment to the affected area even if you move a little roughly.

[0011] On the other side of the handle 1, a cylindrical part 4 is attached a little away from the end, into which the thumb can be inserted. It is equipped with a thumb hole, so that even people with weak grip strength can insert their thumb and hang it. Simply place the ointment applicator around your back and move it up and down, and the weight of the ointment and container will Ointment can be applied to the affected area.

[0012] Those with a strong grip should place their thumb in the cylinder 4 and place the other fingers on the handle 1. In addition, it can be quickly and easily moved to precise positions.

[0013] As described above, according to the ointment applicator of the present invention, This structure allows you to apply the ointment yourself without the help of others. do. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0014] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a side view of a liniment applicator according to the present invention. [Diagram 2] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a medicament applicator according to the present invention. [Diagram 3] FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of part A in FIG. 2. [Figure 4]FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of part A in FIG. 2 when in use. [Diagram 5] FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of part B in FIG. 2 when in use. [Explanation of symbols]

[0015] 1 pattern 2. Semi-cylindrical base 3. Anti-slip rubber 4. Cylindrical 5. Ointment container 6 Rubber Band

Claims

[Claim 1] A non-slip rubber 3 is attached to the inner surface of a semi-cylindrical base 2 at one end of the handle 1, and A cylindrical part 4 is attached at a position slightly away from the end of the side of the ointment. Paint tools.

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