Bowel movement aids

Abstract

To provide a portable defecation aid that can facilitate bowel movements for users of Western-style toilets. [Solution] A portable defecation aid that is positioned in front of a user sitting on a toilet seat and using a Western-style toilet to assist the user in defecating, comprising: a plate-shaped top plate portion 10; a plurality of support bodies 11 extending downward from the top plate portion 10 and supporting the top plate portion 10; a first rod-shaped body 12 provided so as to intersect with two of the plurality of support bodies 11a and 11b that face the user and can be grasped by the user; and a second rod-shaped body 13 provided below the first rod-shaped body 12 so as to intersect with the two support bodies 11a and 11b and can be grasped by the user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a defecation assisting device, and particularly to a defecation assisting device for promoting defecation of a user who sits on a toilet seat and uses a Western-style toilet.

Background Art

[0002] Defecation is performed by discharging digested substances that have migrated from the small intestine to the large intestine outside the body through the anus. Also, it is known that it is necessary to increase abdominal pressure to have normal defecation.

[0003] When defecating on a Western-style toilet, abdominal pressure can be increased by taking a forward bending posture with the upper body tilted forward. However, it is difficult for the elderly and the like to maintain such a forward bending posture by themselves.

[0004] For example, in Patent Document 1, even for a user of a Western-style toilet who has difficulty maintaining a forward bending posture by themselves, a holding tool that can easily hold the seat during defecation and perform defecation by themselves, and a holding facility in which the holding tool is installed are disclosed.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0005]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0006] However, in the technique disclosed in Patent Document 1, although the user can naturally take a forward bending posture by placing the forearm on the mounting table while sitting on the Western-style toilet, facility construction and the like are required to install the holding facility.

[0007] Furthermore, since the space where a Western-style toilet is located (the toilet space) is generally small, it is desirable that the toilet does not get in the way when it is not being used and no assistance is needed to promote defecation.

[0008] This invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and aims to provide a portable defecation aid that can help users of Western-style toilets to facilitate defecation. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] (1) The defecation aid of the present invention is a portable defecation aid that is positioned in front of a user who is sitting on a toilet seat and using a Western-style toilet, and assists the user in defecating, and is characterized by comprising: a plate-shaped top plate; a plurality of support members extending downward from the top plate and supporting the top plate; a first rod-shaped body provided so as to intersect with two of the plurality of support members that are facing the user, and which can be grasped by the user; and a second rod-shaped body provided below the first rod-shaped body and so as to intersect with the two support members, and which can be grasped by the user.

[0010] "User-capable of gripping" means that the user can firmly hold the object with their hand, and refers to hand positions such as bending fingers to grip tightly or covering the object completely with the hand to grasp it. The term "rod-shaped object" is a concept that includes rod-shaped objects of various forms, such as prismatic, cylindrical, or cylindrical shapes. As long as the user can hold it firmly in their hand, the shape and material are not relevant.

[0011] (2) In such a defecation aid, the first rod-shaped body and the second rod-shaped body may be provided so as to be perpendicular to the two support bodies.

[0012] (3) Such a defecation aid may further include: a first foot extending in the front-to-back direction, which is placed on the floor by connecting the lower ends of two of the plurality of supports located in the front-to-back direction on the left side as viewed from the user; a second foot extending in the front-to-back direction, which is placed on the floor by connecting the lower ends of two of the plurality of supports located in the front-to-back direction on the right side as viewed from the user; and a pair of fixing members provided so as to intersect the first foot and the second foot, fixing the first foot and the second foot together and being placed on the floor.

[0013] (4) In addition, in such a defecation aid, the first rod-shaped body and the second rod-shaped body may be longer than the distance between the two opposing support bodies.

[0014] (5) The plurality of supports may also consist of four or more supports.

[0015] (6) The first rod-shaped body may be positioned at a height on which the user's feet can rest. [Effects of the Invention]

[0016] The defecation aid of the present invention is portable and can facilitate defecation for users of Western-style toilets. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0017] [Figure 1] This is an external perspective view showing an example of a defecation aid according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is an external perspective view showing an example of a defecation aid according to one aspect of the present invention. [Figure 3] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the defecation aid as viewed from the front (+Y direction). [Figure 4] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the defecation aid as viewed from the right side (+X direction). [Figure 5] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the defecation aid as viewed from above (+Z direction). [Figure 6]This is a schematic configuration diagram of the defecation assisting device shown in FIG. 1 when viewed from below (-Z direction). [Figure 7] This is a diagram showing an example of the usage state of the defecation assisting device shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 8] This is a diagram showing an example of the usage state of the defecation assisting device shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 9] This is a diagram showing an example of the usage state of the defecation assisting device shown in FIG. 1.

Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0018] Hereinafter, the defecation assisting device according to one aspect of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. Note that each of the embodiments described below shows a specific example of the present disclosure. The numerical values, shapes, components, arrangement positions of the components, etc. shown in the following embodiments are merely examples and are not intended to limit the present disclosure. In addition, among the components in the following embodiments, the components not described in the independent claims indicating the most general concept are described as optional components. Also, in all embodiments, the respective contents can be combined.

[0019] In addition, the following drawings are schematic, and for convenience of explanation, some configurations etc. may be omitted. Also, the same reference numerals are given to common parts, and the description may be omitted.

[0020] [1. Schematic Explanation] FIGS. 1 and 2 are external perspective views showing an example of the defecation assisting device 1 according to one aspect of the present invention. FIG. 1 is an external perspective view of the defecation assisting device 1 when viewed from the front side (front of the user), and FIG. 2 is an external perspective view of the defecation assisting device 1 when viewed from the right side (right hand side of the user). Hereinafter, the direction from the front (front) to the back (back) of the defecation assisting device 1 in FIG. 1 is referred to as the +Y direction or the front-back direction, and the direction from the bottom to the top of the defecation assisting device 1 in FIG. 1 is referred to as the +Z direction or the up-down direction. Also, the direction parallel to the front of the defecation assisting device 1 in FIG. 1 and perpendicular to the Z direction is referred to as the X direction or the left-right direction.

[0021] (Defecation assisting device 1) The defecation aid 1 is designed to be portable by a person, including user 2, and is strong enough to withstand the user's elbows and feet resting on it. The first rod-shaped body 12 and the second rod-shaped body 13 of the defecation aid 1 are designed to be long and large (thick) enough for user 2 to grasp in their hand, and are strong enough to withstand being gripped tightly by user 2 or having user 2's feet resting on them. The defecation aid 1 is positioned in front of user 2 when user 2 is sitting on the toilet seat and using a Western-style toilet. By grasping the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13 of the defecation aid 1, user 2 can maintain a bent-over posture that applies abdominal pressure to their abdomen, thereby promoting defecation.

[0022] (User 2) User 2 includes, for example, the elderly and those requiring assistance, but also those who are unable to support their own torso due to temporary injury or illness.

[0023] [2. Detailed explanation] Figures 3 to 6 are schematic diagrams of the defecation aid 1 shown in Figure 1. Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the defecation aid 1 shown in Figure 1 when viewed from the front (+Y direction), and Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the defecation aid 1 shown in Figure 1 when viewed from the right side (+X direction). Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the defecation aid 1 shown in Figure 1 when viewed from above (+Z direction), and Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the defecation aid 1 shown in Figure 1 when viewed from below (-Z direction).

[0024] (Defecation aid 1) The defecation aid 1 is carried into the toilet space and positioned in front of user 2 when user 2 is sitting on the toilet seat and using the Western-style toilet.

[0025] The defecation aid 1 comprises, for example, a top plate portion 10, a plurality of support members 11, a first rod-shaped body 12, a second rod-shaped body 13, a first foot portion 14a, a second foot portion 14b, and a pair of fixing members 15 (fixing members 15a, 15b), as shown in Figures 1 to 6.

[0026] (Top plate section 10) The top plate 10 is provided in the shape of a plate. As shown in Figure 5, for example, the top plate 10 is made up of a roughly rectangular plate, such as a roughly square, with four chamfered corners when viewed from above. The top plate 10 is also provided in a size that allows the user 2 to rest both elbows, and may be positioned at a height that allows the user 2 to rest both elbows.

[0027] The top plate 10 is made of wood, for example, but is not limited to this. It may be made of metal such as steel, or of paper such as cardboard if sufficient strength can be ensured, or of resin such as plastic.

[0028] (Multiple support structures 11) The multiple support members 11 consist of four or more support members, extending downward from the top plate portion 10 and supporting the top plate portion 10. In this embodiment, for example, as shown in Figures 1 to 4, the multiple support members 11 are composed of four support members 11a, 11b, 11c, and 11d.

[0029] The support members 11a, 11b, 11c, and 11d are provided as prismatic rods, for example, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, but are not limited to prismatic shapes; they may also be cylindrical or cylindrical in shape. The length of the support members 11a, 11b, 11c, and 11d is preferably such that the height of the top plate 10 on which the user's 2 elbows can rest when the defecation aid 1 is standing upright is approximately 53 cm, but is not limited to this. The length should be greater than the height of the toilet bowl of a Western-style toilet, as long as it is sufficient to secure the height for providing the first rod-shaped body 12.

[0030] Furthermore, the supports 11a, 11b, 11c, and 11d are made of wood, for example, but are not limited to this. They may be made of metal such as steel, or of paper such as cardboard if sufficient strength can be ensured, or of resin such as plastic.

[0031] (1st rod-shaped body 12) The first rod-shaped body 12 is provided so as to intersect with two of the multiple support bodies 11a and 11b that face the user 2, as shown in Figures 1 to 3, for example. Alternatively, the first rod-shaped body 12 may be provided so as to be perpendicular to the two support bodies 11a and 11b.

[0032] The first rod-shaped body 12 is grippable by the user 2. That is, the first rod-shaped body 12 is provided with a length and size (thickness) that allows the user 2 to grip it with both hands. The first rod-shaped body 12 may be provided to be longer than the distance between the two support members 11a and 11b, for example, as shown in Figures 1 to 3. The first rod-shaped body 12 may also be provided at a height on which the user 2's feet can rest. For example, the first rod-shaped body 12 may be provided at a height near the midpoint of the height formed by the support members 11a and 11b. In this embodiment, for example, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the first rod-shaped body 12 is provided to be located below half the height formed by the support members 11a and 11b, such as at a height of 20 cm.

[0033] The first rod-shaped body 12 is provided as a prismatic rod, for example, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, but it is not limited to a prismatic shape; it may also be cylindrical or cylindrical in shape. Furthermore, the first rod-shaped body 12 is provided as wood, for example, but is not limited to this. It may be provided as metal such as steel, or as paper such as cardboard, or as resin such as plastic, as long as sufficient strength can be ensured to withstand being gripped tightly by the user 2 or having the user 2's feet resting on it.

[0034] (Second rod-shaped body 13) The second rod-shaped body 13 is provided below the first rod-shaped body 12, for example, as shown in Figures 1 to 4. Similar to the first rod-shaped body 12, the second rod-shaped body 13 is provided so as to intersect with two of the multiple support bodies 11, 11a and 11b, that face the user 2. Alternatively, the second rod-shaped body 13 may be provided so as to be perpendicular to the two support bodies 11a and 11b.

[0035] Furthermore, the second rod-shaped body 13 is grippable by the user 2. That is, the second rod-shaped body 13 is provided with a length and size (thickness) that allows the user 2 to grip it with both hands. The second rod-shaped body 13 may be provided to be longer than the distance between the two support members 11a and 11b, for example, as shown in Figures 1 to 3.

[0036] Furthermore, for example, the second rod-shaped body 13 is provided at a height between the first rod-shaped body 12 and the lower ends of the support members 11a and 11b (or the fixing member 15a described later). In this embodiment, for example, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the second rod-shaped body 13 is provided at a height below half the height of the first rod-shaped body 12.

[0037] The second rod-shaped body 13 is provided as a prismatic rod, for example, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, but it is not limited to a prismatic shape; it may also be cylindrical or cylindrical in shape. Furthermore, the second rod-shaped body 13 is provided as wood, for example, but is not limited to this. It may be provided as metal such as steel, or as paper such as cardboard, or as resin such as plastic, as long as sufficient strength can be ensured to withstand being gripped tightly by the user 2 or having the user 2's feet placed on it.

[0038] (First foot part 14a, second foot part 14b) The first foot portion 14a is provided to extend in the front-to-back direction (Y direction), as shown in Figures 1, 2, 5, and 6, for example. More specifically, the first foot portion 14a connects the lower ends of two support members 11a and 11d located in the front-to-back direction (Y direction) on the left side (-X direction side) as viewed from the user 2, and can be placed on the floor of the toilet space. Furthermore, the first foot portion 14a is provided to be longer than the distance between the two support members 11a and 11d, as shown in Figures 1, 2, 5, and 6, for example.

[0039] As a result, the first foot portion 14a can not only fix the distance between the two supports 11a and 11d, but can also contact the floor of the toilet space over a wider area than the lower ends of the supports 11a and 11d. Therefore, the first foot portion 14a can maintain the supports 11a and 11d in a stable state without wobbling.

[0040] The second foot portion 14b is provided to extend in the front-to-back direction (Y direction), as shown in Figures 1, 2, 5, and 6, for example. More specifically, the second foot portion 14b connects the lower ends of two support members 11b and 11c located in the front-to-back direction (Y direction) on the right side (+X direction side) as viewed from the user 2, and can be placed on the floor of the toilet space. Furthermore, the second foot portion 14b is provided to be longer than the distance between the two support members 11b and 11c, as shown in Figures 1, 2, 5, and 6, for example.

[0041] As a result, the second foot portion 14b can not only fix the distance between the two supports 11b and 11c, but can also contact the floor of the toilet space over a wider area than the lower ends of the supports 11b and 11c. Therefore, the second foot portion 14b can maintain the supports 11b and 11c in a stable state without wobbling.

[0042] The first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b are provided as prismatic rods, for example, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, but are not limited to prismatic shapes; they may also be cylindrical or cylindrical in shape. Furthermore, the first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b are provided as wood, for example, but are not limited to this. They may be provided as metal such as steel, or as paper such as cardboard, or as resin such as plastic, provided that sufficient strength can be ensured to withstand being stepped on or having the user's feet placed on them by the user 2.

[0043] (A pair of fixing members 15 (fixing members 15a, 15b)) A pair of fixing members 15 consists of two or more members and is provided so as to intersect the first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b. In this embodiment, for example, as shown in Figures 1, 2, 5, and 6, a pair of fixing members 15 is composed of two fixing members 15a and 15b.

[0044] A pair of fixing members 15 (i.e., fixing member 15a and fixing member 15b) can fix the first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b and be placed on the floor of the toilet space. Furthermore, the distance between the pair of fixing members 15 (i.e., between fixing member 15a and fixing member 15b) is longer than the distance between the two support members 11a, 11d (two support members 11b, 11c), as shown in Figures 1, 2, and 4, for example.

[0045] As a result, the pair of fixing members 15 (i.e., fixing members 15a and 15b) can not only fix the distance between the first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b, but can also contact the floor of the toilet space while intersecting the first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b. Therefore, the pair of fixing members 15 (i.e., fixing members 15a and 15b) can not only maintain the first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b in a stable state without wobbling, but can also further stabilize the multiple support members 11 (four support members 11a, 11b, 11c, and 11d). Therefore, the multiple support members 11 (four support members 11a, 11b, 11c, and 11d) can support the top plate portion 10 in a stable state and stabilize the first rod-shaped body 12 and the second rod-shaped body 13.

[0046] The pair of fixing members 15 (i.e., fixing member 15a and fixing member 15b) are provided as prismatic rods, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, for example, but are not limited to prismatic shapes; they may also be cylindrical or cylindrical in shape. The pair of fixing members 15 (i.e., fixing member 15a and fixing member 15b) are provided as wood, for example, but are not limited to this. They may be provided as metal such as steel, or as paper such as cardboard, or as resin such as plastic, provided that sufficient strength can be ensured to withstand being stepped on or having the user's feet placed on them by the user 2. The length of the pair of fixing members 15 (i.e., fixing member 15a and fixing member 15b) is, for example, about 35 cm, but is not limited to this. The length of the pair of fixing members 15 (i.e., fixing member 15a and fixing member 15b) should be such that it is sufficient to stabilize the multiple support members 11 (four support members 11a, 11b, 11c, and 11d) even when the user's weight is applied to the first rod-shaped body 12 and the second rod-shaped body 13 of the defecation aid 1.

[0047] [3. How to use the defecation aid 1 of the present invention] (Explanation of how to use the defecation aid 1 of the present invention) The method of using the defecation aid 1 of the present invention will be explained below with reference to Figures 7 to 10. Figures 7 to 10 show examples of how the defecation aid 1 shown in Figure 1 is used. Figure 7 shows an example of how a user 2 of a Western-style toilet 3 uses the defecation aid 1 by resting their feet 24 on the first rod-shaped body 12. Figure 8 shows an example of how a user 2 of a Western-style toilet 3 uses the defecation aid 1 by gripping the first rod-shaped body 12 with their hands 22. Figure 9 shows an example of how a user 2 of a Western-style toilet 3 uses the defecation aid 1 by resting their elbows on the top plate 10.

[0048] (When using with the legs 24 placed on the first rod-shaped body 12) First, user 2 moves the defecation aid 1 to the toilet space and places it on the floor 4 in front of the Western-style toilet 3. Next, user 2 sits on the toilet seat 31 of the Western-style toilet 3 and pulls, for example, the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13 towards the toilet bowl 32, adjusting it to a position where user 2's feet 24 can rest. Next, as shown in Figure 7, user 2 raises their legs 23 and places their feet 24 on, for example, the first rod-shaped body 12. This allows user 2 to assume a "squatting position" with both feet, that is, a position where both knees are close to user 2's abdomen, similar to when using a Japanese-style toilet. In this state, user 2's rectum is stretched, and since abdominal muscles are naturally engaged without straining, defecation can be performed smoothly.

[0049] (When using the first rod-shaped body 12 by gripping it with the hand 22) First, user 2 moves the defecation aid 1 to the toilet space and places it on the floor 4 in front of the Western-style toilet 3. Next, user 2 sits on the toilet seat 31 of the Western-style toilet 3 and pulls, for example, the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13 towards the toilet bowl 32. Next, as shown in Figure 8, user 2 extends their arm 21 to, for example, the first rod-shaped body 12 and grasps the first rod-shaped body 12 with their hand 22, thereby assuming a bent-over posture while putting their weight on the first rod-shaped body 12. Alternatively, user 2 may grasp the second rod-shaped body 13 with their hand 22 and assume a bent-over posture while putting their weight on the second rod-shaped body 13. Furthermore, if it is possible to assume a bent-over posture without putting weight on the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13, then it is not necessary to put weight on the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13. As a result, user 2 can maintain a posture with only their upper body tilted forward while sitting on the toilet seat 31 of the Western-style toilet 3, and defecate smoothly. Here, since the first rod-shaped body 12 and the second rod-shaped body 13 are positioned lower than the upper end of the toilet bowl 32, as shown in Figure 8, for example, user 2 can easily assume a bent-over posture with their upper body sufficiently tilted by grasping the first rod-shaped body 12, and maintain that bent-over posture. Furthermore, by selecting to grasp either the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13, user 2 can assume a bent-over posture that facilitates defecation more smoothly.

[0050] Furthermore, the defecation aid 1 is equipped with a first foot portion 14a, a second foot portion 14b, and a pair of fixing members 15 (15a, 15b). This allows the multiple support members 11 (support members 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d) to stand upright in a stable state even when the user's weight is applied to the first rod-shaped body 12. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the user 2 from falling forward, and the user 2 can maintain a stable bent-over posture. Even if the user 2 grasps the first rod-shaped body 12 (or the second rod-shaped body 13) and assumes a bent-over posture, there is no risk of accidentally falling, so the user 2 can maintain the bent-over posture, which is the most suitable posture for defecation, without fear or anxiety of falling.

[0051] (When using with elbows resting on the tabletop 10) First, user 2 moves the defecation aid 1 to the toilet space and places it on the floor 4 in front of the Western-style toilet 3. Next, user 2 sits on the toilet seat 31 of the Western-style toilet 3 and pulls, for example, the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13 towards the toilet bowl 32, adjusting it to a position where user 2's elbows can rest. Next, as shown in Figure 9, user 2 raises their arms 21 and places their elbows on, for example, the top plate 10. This naturally puts user 2 in a bent-over posture. When in a bent-over posture, abdominal pressure is applied to user 2's abdomen, which makes defecation easier. In other words, by placing the elbows on the top plate 10 of the defecation aid 1, a naturally bent-over posture is maintained and abdominal pressure is naturally applied to the abdomen, so user 2 can defecate easily.

[0052] [4. Others] The above embodiments can be used in combination as appropriate. Furthermore, in order to use the defecation aid 1 more effectively, user 2 should enter the toilet space immediately when they feel the urge to defecate. This is because, for elderly people and others, the urge to defecate may disappear as time passes.

[0053] Furthermore, to use the defecation aid 1 more effectively, you may eat as many leafy green vegetables rich in dietary fiber as possible. If it is difficult to consume leafy green vegetables, you may drink a glass of sweet and salty, additive-free vegetable juice in the morning and evening. Also, if you have impacted stool, you should consult a doctor and use the defecation aid 1 in conjunction with taking medication.

[0054] Furthermore, although the above embodiment described the defecation aid 1 as comprising a first rod-shaped body 12 and a second rod-shaped body 13, it is not limited to this. A third rod-shaped body may be provided above the first rod-shaped body 12 (between the first rod-shaped body 12 and the top plate portion 10). This allows for adjustment of the height at which the feet 20 are placed, adjustment of the posture in which both knees are brought closer to the user's abdomen, and further adjustment of the angle of the forward-bending posture by gripping the third rod-shaped body with the hand.

[0055] Furthermore, although the above embodiment described the defecation aid 1 as comprising a pair of fixing members 15, it is not limited to this. The number of pairs of fixing members 15 may be increased. This allows the multiple support members 11 (support members 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d) to stand upright in a more stable state, even when the user's weight 2 is applied to the first rod-shaped body 12.

[0056] Furthermore, although the above embodiment described the defecation aid 1 as being used with a Western-style toilet 3, it is not limited to this. The defecation aid 1 may also be used with a Japanese-style toilet. In this case, by gripping the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13, it can be used as a support bar when using a Japanese-style toilet to support the body.

[0057] [5. Summary] (1) The defecation aid of the present invention is a portable defecation aid 1 that is positioned in front of a user 2 who is sitting on a toilet seat 31 and using a Western-style toilet 3, and assists the user 2 in the act of defecating, The device is characterized by comprising a plate-shaped top plate portion 10, a plurality of support members 11 extending downward from the top plate portion 10 and supporting the top plate portion 10, a first rod-shaped body 12 provided so as to intersect with two of the plurality of support members 11a and 11b that face the user 2 and can be grasped by the user 2, and a second rod-shaped body 13 provided below the first rod-shaped body 12 and so as to intersect with the two support members 11a and 11b and can be grasped by the user 2.

[0058] As described above, the defecation aid 1 is portable, so if it is moved to the toilet space before the Western-style toilet 3 is used, it can be positioned in front of the user 2 when the Western-style toilet 3 is in use. In other words, the defecation aid 1 of the present invention only needs to be positioned in front of the user 2 who is seated on the Western-style toilet 3 when in use, and no installation work is required on the floor or walls of the Western-style toilet 3.

[0059] Furthermore, while seated on the Western-style toilet 3, user 2 can grasp either the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13 of the defecation aid 1 located in front of them and pull it towards them, and by gripping the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13, they can assume a bent-over posture. This allows user 2 to maintain a posture in which only their upper body is tilted forward while seated on the toilet seat 31 of the Western-style toilet 3, thereby increasing abdominal pressure and enabling smooth defecation.

[0060] Furthermore, by selecting and gripping either the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13, the user 2 can assume a forward-leaning posture at an angle that facilitates bowel movements more smoothly.

[0061] Thus, the defecation aid of the present invention is portable and can facilitate defecation for users of Western-style toilets.

[0062] (2) In such a defecation aid, the first rod-shaped body 12 and the second rod-shaped body 13 may be provided perpendicular to the two support members 11a and 11b. This allows the user 2 to adjust the angle of the forward bending posture by more evenly distributing their weight on the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13, or by more easily shifting their weight to one side. As a result, the user can adopt a forward bending posture at an angle that promotes defecation, thereby further promoting defecation.

[0063] (3) In addition, such a defecation aid may further include: a first foot portion 14a extending in the front-to-back direction, which is placed on the floor 4 by connecting the lower ends of two support portions 11a and 11d located in the front-to-back direction on the left side as viewed from the user 2 among the multiple support portions 11; a second foot portion 14b extending in the front-to-back direction, which is placed on the floor by connecting the lower ends of two support portions 11b and 11c located in the front-to-back direction on the right side as viewed from the user 2 among the multiple support portions 11; and a pair of fixing members 15a and 15b provided so as to intersect the first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b, which fix the first foot portion 14a and the second foot portion 14b and are placed on the floor 4.

[0064] As a result, even if the user's weight is applied to the first rod-shaped body 12, the multiple support structures 11 (support structures 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d) can be made to stand upright in a stable state. Therefore, even if the user's weight is applied to the first rod-shaped body 12, it is possible to prevent the user from falling forward, and the user can maintain a stable bent-over posture, which increases abdominal pressure and thus facilitates smoother bowel movements.

[0065] (4) In addition, in such a defecation aid, the first rod-shaped body 12 and the second rod-shaped body 13 are longer than the distance between the two support members 11a and 11b facing the user 2.

[0066] This allows user 2 to grasp not only the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13 located between the two support bodies 11a and 11b, but also the first rod-shaped body 12 or the second rod-shaped body 13 located outside the two support bodies 11a and 11b. Thus, user 2 can assume a bent-over posture that facilitates bowel movements more smoothly.

[0067] (5) The multiple support members 11 may consist of four or more support members. This allows the multiple support members 11 to stand stably on their own, so that even if the user's weight is applied to the first rod-shaped body 12, the user 2 will not fall forward, and the user 2 can maintain a bent-over posture without fear or anxiety of falling.

[0068] (6) The first rod-shaped body 12 may also be positioned at a height on which both feet of the user 2 can rest. This allows the user 2 to assume a "squatting position" with both feet, that is, a position where both knees are close to the user's abdomen, as when using a Japanese-style toilet. In this position, the user 2 can naturally exert force on their abdomen, allowing for smooth defecation.

[0069] The defecation aid and the like of the present invention have been described above based on embodiments, but the present invention is not limited to these embodiments. As long as they do not depart from the spirit of the present invention, various modifications that a person skilled in the art can conceive of will be applied to these embodiments, and forms constructed by combining components from different embodiments are also included within the scope of the present invention. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0070] 1. Bowel movement aid 2 User 3 Western-style toilet 10 Top panel 11, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d Support 12 First rod-shaped body 13 Second rod-shaped body 14a 1st foot 14b 2nd foot 15 Pair of fixing members 15a, 15b Fixing members 21 Arm 22 moves 23 legs 24 pairs 31 Toilet Seat 32 toilet bowls

Claims

1. A portable defecation aid positioned in front of a user who is seated on a toilet seat and using a Western-style toilet, which assists the user in defecating, A flat top plate, A plurality of supports extending downward from the top plate and supporting the top plate, Among the plurality of support bodies, a first rod-shaped body is provided so as to intersect with two support bodies facing the user, and which the user can grasp; It comprises a second rod-shaped body located below the first rod-shaped body and positioned to intersect with the two support bodies, and which can be grasped by the user. A device for assisting with defecation.

2. The first rod-shaped body and the second rod-shaped body are provided so as to be perpendicular to the two support bodies. The defecation aid according to claim 1.

3. Furthermore, the lower ends of two of the multiple supports located in the front-to-back direction on the left side as viewed from the user are connected and the first foot portion extending in the front-to-back direction is placed on the floor, A second foot portion extending in the front-to-back direction is placed on the floor by connecting the lower ends of two of the aforementioned support bodies located in the front-to-back direction on the right side as viewed from the user, among the plurality of support bodies, It comprises a pair of fixing members that are provided so as to intersect the first foot portion and the second foot portion, fix the first foot portion and the second foot portion in place, and are placed on the floor. The defecation aid according to claim 1 or 2.

4. The first rod-shaped body and the second rod-shaped body are longer than the distance between the two opposing supports. The defecation aid according to claim 3.

5. The aforementioned multiple supports consist of four or more supports. The defecation aid according to claim 1.

6. The first rod-shaped body is positioned at a height on which the user's feet can rest. The defecation aid according to claim 1.

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