Pelvis correction belt and method of using the same

Abstract

To provide a pelvis correction belt which reduces a backache by returning the loosened sacroiliac joint to a correct position without widening it, and keeping the state.SOLUTION: The pelvis correction belt comprises a dimension adjustment part using a ratchet mechanism, belt bodies connected to the right and left via the dimension adjustment part, and a fixation part. The dimension adjustment part is abutted on the back portion of the waist and the right and left belt bodies are wound on the front abdominal part from the lateral surfaces of the waist and fixed using a locking part. Thereafter the ratchet mechanism of the dimension adjustment part is operated to shorten the dimension of the pelvis correction belt and thereby the expanded sacroiliac joint is returned to its original dimension to reduce backache caused by the loosened sacroiliac joint.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a pelvic correction belt used for relieving and treating lower back pain and a method for using the same. [Background technology]

[0002] Belts that have traditionally been called lower back pain belts and are used to relieve and treat lower back pain, as shown in Patent Documents 1 to 3, have a basic structure in which the main belt part that is placed against the posterior part of the waist is made of an elastic material and is fixed at the abdominal part with hook-and-loop fasteners or the like provided at both ends, so that the belt fits closely over the entire complex unevenness of the waist and applies an even pressure to the waist. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 3556282 [Patent Document 2] Utility Model Registration No. 3106553 [Patent Document 3] Patent No. 6994708

[0004] However, with this method, the belt is fixed in the anterior abdominal region, so as shown in Figure 6, the belt pushes against the pelvis from the back, causing stress and pulling on the side of the waist in the anterior abdominal region, which may actually widen the sacroiliac joint between the sacrum and hip bone (ilium), failing to alleviate lower back pain. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] The present invention has been made in consideration of these points, and its purpose is to provide a pelvic correction belt that relieves lower back pain by preventing the sacroiliac joint from spreading and by returning and maintaining a loosened sacroiliac joint in the correct position. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the pelvic correction belt described in claim 1 is characterized in that it comprises a non-elastic belt main body connected to the left and right via a dimension adjustment part, and a locking part provided at the end of the belt main body.

[0007] The pelvis correction belt according to claim 2 is characterized in that a ratchet mechanism is used in the dimension adjustment section of the pelvis correction belt according to claim 1.

[0008] The method of using the pelvic correction belt described in claim 3 is characterized in that the dimension adjustment part is abutted against the posterior portion of the waist, the left and right belt main bodies are wrapped around the sides of the waist and the front abdominal portion and fixed with the locking parts, and then the ratchet mechanism of the dimension adjustment part is operated to shorten the dimension of the pelvic correction belt. Effect of the Invention

[0009] As described above, the invention described in claim 1 comprises a dimension adjustment part, a non-elastic belt main body connected to the left and right via the dimension adjustment part, and a fastening part provided at the end of the belt main body, so that after the pelvic correction belt wrapped around the waist is fixed to the waist by the fastening part, the dimension of the pelvic correction belt can be adjusted (tightened shorter) by the dimension adjustment part.

[0010] In the invention of claim 2, a ratchet mechanism is provided in the dimension adjustment section of the pelvic correction belt according to claim 1. By using this mechanism, it is possible to make small size adjustments and it operates in only one direction (tightening the belt), so loosening of the belt can be prevented.

[0011] The invention of claim 3 is a method of using this pelvic correction belt, in which the dimension adjustment part is abutted against the dorsal position, the left and right belt main bodies are wrapped around the sides of the waist around the front abdominal circumference and the belt main bodies are fixed with the locking parts, and then the ratchet mechanism of the dimension adjustment part is operated to shorten the dimension of the pelvic correction belt, so that the hip bone (ilium) compressed forward is pulled back from the side to the rear, and the sacroiliac joint is not forcibly spread, thereby relieving lower back pain. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0012] [Figure 1] Schematic diagram of pelvic correction belt [Diagram 2] Reference diagram showing an example of a pelvic correction belt [Diagram 3] Reference diagram showing an embodiment of a ratchet mechanism [Figure 4] Schematic diagram of the pelvis [Diagram 5] Schematic diagram of the pelvis when the belt is wrapped around the abdomen and back. [Figure 6] Schematic diagram of the pelvis when the belt is wrapped around the back and abdomen DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0013] Hereinafter, the embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. The following description of the embodiments is merely illustrative in nature and is not intended to limit the present invention, its application, or its uses.

[0014] A schematic diagram of the pelvis is shown in Fig. 4. The pelvis A is made up of a sacrum 5, a hip bone 6, and a coccyx 7, and the hip bone 6 is made up of an ilium 6a, an ischium 6c, and a pubic bone 6b. The upper part of the sacrum 5 is connected to the lumbar vertebrae (not shown). The femur C is connected to the pelvis A via the hip joint B just outside the pelvis A.

[0015] The sacrum 5 and ilium 6a are connected by the sacroiliac joint, where the auricular surfaces of the sacrum and ilium meet with almost no gaps and are firmly connected by multiple muscles and ligaments, allowing only about 2 to 5 mm of movement.

[0016] Conventional pelvic correction belts (lower back pain belts) are basically made of a stretchy material in the center, and are fitted tightly to the lower back, pulled forward, and fixed at the abdominal area. This exerts a force as shown in Figure 6, which spreads the sacroiliac joint. If the joint spreads more than necessary, it can actually cause lower back pain.

[0017] On the other hand, the pelvic correction belt of the present invention described below applies force in the direction of closing the sacroiliac joint from the abdominal region to the dorsal region as shown in Figure 5, and instead of forcibly spreading the sacroiliac joint, it assists in returning the spread sacroiliac joint to its normal position, thereby stimulating the body's natural healing power to return to normal, thereby relieving lower back pain caused by loose sacroiliac joints.

[0018] Next, the pelvis correction belt 1 of the present invention will be described with reference to Figs.

[0019] Pelvic correction belt 1 is made up of two separate belt main bodies 2 (2a and 2b) that are connected elastically by a dimension adjustment part 3 (consisting of an adjustment knob 3a and a ratchet belt 3b). The adjustment knob 3a is fixed to the belt main body 2a, and the ratchet belt 3b is fixed to the belt main body 2b. When the adjustment knob 3a is operated, the adjustment knob 3a moves in the F direction, and the ratchet belt 3b moves in the opposite direction relatively, so that the belt main bodies 2a and 2b approach each other and the pelvic correction belt 1 becomes shorter.

[0020] As can be seen from FIG. 3, the ratchet belt 3b has a rack gear at small intervals. The adjustment knob 3a has a gear that moves in only one direction, and by operating the adjustment knob, the ratchet belt moves in small increments in the direction that effectively shortens it and does not return in the opposite direction, so that the pelvic correction belt can be shortened.

[0021] Unlike conventional back pain belts, the belt main bodies 2a and 2b are made of materials that are difficult to stretch, such as nylon and polypropylene. In the embodiment, as can be seen from the figure, a commercially available nylon work belt was divided into two and the dimensions were adjusted, and then a commercially available ratchet belt and the adjustment knob were fixed with screws, etc., to obtain the desired pelvic correction belt.

[0022] The belt width is 20 mm to 40 mm, and preferably 22 mm to 32 mm. If the width is too wide, it is difficult to obtain an appropriate tightening pressure, and if the width is too narrow, it may cause blood circulation problems in the skin.

[0023] The specific method of using the pelvic correction belt 1 is to touch the dorsal part of the waist with the hand and place the size adjustment part (ratchet belt) 3 about 10 cm below the area known as the hip bone, in a position that does not interfere when bending the thighs, wrap the belt around the waist, and fasten the fixing part (buckle) 4 at the front abdominal part in the same way as a normal belt to secure it.

[0024] Then, reach behind you and operate the adjustment knob 3a of the size adjustment section to shorten the adjustment belt 3b to a position where it is not too tight. The adjustment knob moves only in one direction, the tightening direction (the adjustment belt shortens), so it is easy to operate and will not loosen halfway through.

[0025] To remove the pelvic correction belt, operate the front buckle in the same way as a normal belt and release it. After that, release the size adjustment part and stretch the adjustment belt to prepare for the next use. Use the pelvic correction belt for 10 to 30 minutes a day for a few days, and if the pain is reduced, continue wearing it for short periods of time for a while. [Industrial Applicability]

[0026] INDUSTRIAL APPLICABILITY The present invention can be applied to symptoms caused by loosening of the sacroiliac joint, and since it can be manufactured inexpensively using commercially available products, it is extremely useful and has high industrial applicability. [Explanation of symbols]

[0027] 1 Pelvic correction belt 2 Belt body 3 Dimension adjustment section 3a Adjustment knob 3b Ratchet belt 4 Fixed part A Pelvis 5. Sacrum 6 Hipbone 6a Ilium 6b Pubic bone 6c ischium 7 coccyx 8 Sacroiliac joint B. Hip joint C Femur

Claims

1. A pelvic correction belt consisting of a belt main body and a fixed part connected to the left and right via a dimension adjustment part.

2. 2. The pelvis correction belt according to claim 1, wherein a ratchet mechanism is used in the dimension adjustment section.

3. A method of using the pelvic correction belt according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the dimension adjustment part is abutted against the posterior portion of the waist, the left and right belt main bodies are wrapped around the sides of the waist and the front abdominal portion and secured with the locking parts, and then the ratchet mechanism of the dimension adjustment part is operated to shorten the dimension of the pelvic correction belt.

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