Lower limb kneeling training protective gear

Abstract

Provides protective equipment for kneeling training for the lower limbs. [Solution] The device comprises a front guard plate 1 and a support plate 2. A detachable leg positioning hinge 3 is provided between the front guard plate and the support plate, and multiple first fixing belts 4 are arranged on both sides of the rear side. The center of the support plate is a flat support plate 5, and arc-shaped support plates 6 are provided at both ends of the flat support plate, with multiple second fixing belts 7 arranged on both sides. The angle and tightness between the front guard plate and the support plate are adjusted by the leg positioning hinges, allowing the kneeling training protector to fit closely to the patient's leg. By connecting the front guard plate and the support plate to both the top and bottom of the patient's knee joint, the device protects the patient's knees and both sides during kneeling training and prevents knee pain caused by prolonged kneeling training. The front guard plate prevents the patient's lower leg from slipping off the support plate during kneeling, and the shape-memory foam cushion provides a tighter fit to the support plate, reducing knee pain during kneeling.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of kneeling exercise protectors, and more particularly to kneeling exercise protectors for the lower limbs. [Background technology]

[0002] In recent years, the incidence of stroke has been increasing year by year, and motor dysfunction is one of the major sequelae. How to improve patients' motor function is an important issue in rehabilitation medicine. First, during the slow phase of a stroke, patients have many problems with walking. The first is muscle weakness. Muscle strength in the affected limb, especially the lower limb, is reduced, making it difficult to support body weight and complete a normal gait cycle. For example, insufficient muscle strength in the lower limb during the stance phase can lead to excessive knee flexion and ankle instability, increasing the risk of falls. Second, there is a decline in balance. Patients have difficulty maintaining a stable center of gravity, and their bodies sway from side to side or back and forth while walking. This is because the balance adjustment mechanism is impaired due to damage to the nervous system. Third, abnormalities in joint movement can occur. For example, the range of motion of the hip, knee, and ankle joints can be limited, or abnormal movement patterns can appear. If the knee joint cannot flex normally during the swing phase, a limp may occur. The benefits of kneeling during the slow phase of stroke include: Kneeling can strengthen the muscles around the knee joint, such as the quadriceps and hamstrings. During kneeling, the knee joint is repeatedly bent and extended to move the body forward, so these muscles are continuously activated and effectively trained, which contributes to improving muscle atrophy. Kneeling also helps patients control their center of gravity and balance. In the kneeling position, the body's base of support is relatively stable, allowing patients to control the movement of their center of gravity by adjusting the relative positions of various parts of the body. This helps improve balance ability and forms the basis for subsequent balance control when standing and walking. Second, even during the spastic phase of stroke, walking can be problematic. First, muscle spasticity is the most significant problem. For example, spasticity of the quadriceps and triceps surae muscles can cause hyperextension of the knee and plantar flexion and inversion of the ankle. When walking, the affected leg cannot normally flex the hip, knee, or dorsiflex the ankle during the swing phase, resulting in a "circumduction gait" in which the affected leg swings inward in a circular motion while extending and externally rotating, reducing walking efficiency and making the gait unnatural. Second, range of motion is limited. Muscle spasticity and contractures reduce the normal range of motion of the hip, knee, and ankle joints. For example, spasticity of the hip adductor muscles limits hip abduction, leading to abnormal stride length and an increased risk of falls. Furthermore, coordination is impaired. When walking, the left and right lower limbs cannot move in unison, and the stride length and pace of the healthy and affected sides do not match, resulting in an unstable gait and significantly increased energy consumption compared to normal walking. The benefits of kneeling during the spastic phase of stroke are as follows: Kneeling reduces muscle tone in the patient's leg extensor muscles. Kneeling changes posture and movement patterns, stretching and activating the contracted muscles, thereby correcting abnormal muscle tone patterns. Kneeling increases the range of motion of the joints. In particular, the hip, knee, and ankle joints are fully flexed and extended during kneeling, which contributes to improving joint flexibility and preventing contractures. Kneeling also stimulates proprioception. During kneeling, the center of gravity constantly shifts, activating proprioceptors in muscles, tendons, and joints. The cerebrum receives this sensory information, improving motor control of the limbs and leading to improved balance and motor coordination. When kneeling, placing a cushion under the patient's knees and adjusting training and rest times appropriately can prevent knee pain caused by maintaining a kneeling position for long periods of time. For the above reasons, there is a strong demand for research and development of protective equipment for kneeling exercises for the lower limbs that allows patients to easily perform kneeling exercises. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a kneeling exercise protector for lower limbs, comprising a front guard plate and a support plate, a detachable leg positioning hinge provided between the front guard plate and the support plate, and a plurality of first fixing belts arranged on both sides of the rear side. The central portion of the support plate is a flat support plate, and arc-shaped support plates are provided on both ends of the flat support plate, and a plurality of second fixing belts are arranged on both sides of the arc-shaped support plates. The angle and tightness between the front guard plate and the support plate are adjusted by leg positioning hinges, so that the kneeling training protector can be fitted closely to the patient's legs. Furthermore, the end of the first fixing belt is adhesively fixed around the patient's leg by a hook-and-loop fastener. Furthermore, the end of the second fixing belt is adhesively fixed around the patient's leg by a hook-and-loop fastener. Furthermore, the front guard plate is formed in an arc-shaped structure.

[0004] The present invention has the following advantages over the prior art: This device connects a front guard plate and a support plate to both the upper and lower sides of the patient's knee joint, protecting the patient's knee and both sides during kneeling exercises and preventing knee pain caused by long periods of kneeling. The front guard plate prevents the patient's lower leg from slipping off the support plate during kneeling, and the shape-memory foam cushion helps the support plate fit more closely, reducing knee pain during kneeling. The use of this kneeling exercise protector can provide the patient with the necessary support and protection. The present invention provides leg positioning hinges between the front guard plate and the support plate, which can be used to adjust the angle and tightness between the front guard plate and the support plate. This configuration allows the kneeling training protector to fit closely to the patient's legs, improving comfort during use and fitting better to the bent parts of the patient's legs during kneeling, making kneeling training more convenient and safe. This allows stroke patients to improve lower limb function, stabilize the trunk and pelvis, suppress lower limb spasticity, quickly achieve hip joint isolation, and promote the recovery of limb function through kneeling training. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0005] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a first schematic diagram of the kneeling training protector for lower limbs according to the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a second schematic diagram of the kneeling training protector for lower limbs according to the present invention. [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a third schematic diagram of the kneeling training protector for lower limbs according to the present invention. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is an enlarged view of part A in FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0006] The present invention will be explained in more detail below with reference to the drawings. The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In a specific embodiment, the present invention provides a kneeling training protector for the lower limbs, which includes a front guard plate 1 and a support plate 2. A detachable leg positioning hinge 3 is provided between the front guard plate 1 and the support plate 2, and a plurality of first fixing belts 4 are arranged on both sides of the rear of the front guard plate 1 and the support plate 2. The central portion of the support plate 2 is a flat support plate 5, and arc-shaped support plates 6 are provided on both ends of the flat support plate 5, and a plurality of second fixing belts 7 are arranged on both sides thereof. The angle and tightness between the front guard plate 1 and the support plate 2 can be adjusted by the leg positioning hinge 3, so that the kneeling training protector can be fitted closely to the patient's legs.

[0007] Working Example: When in use, the front guard plate 1 of the kneeling training protective equipment is placed closely over the patient's legs and secured with the first fixing belt 4. The support plate 2 is placed closely over the user's lower legs and secured with the second fixing belt 7. A detachable leg positioning hinge 3 is provided between the front guard plate 1 and the support plate 2, and the angle and tightness can be adjusted via the hinge to closely fit the protective equipment to the patient's legs, increasing comfort during use. The center of support plate 2 is flat support plate 5, and its flat design enhances contact with the ground during kneeling, improving stability and comfort during use. Furthermore, arc-shaped support plates 6 are provided on both ends of flat support plate 5, providing better contact with the patient's lower legs and increasing comfort. This kneeling training protector can provide the patient with the necessary support and protection. A high-density memory foam cushion 8 is attached to the inside of the support plate 2, which is wide at the top and narrow at the bottom. The thickness of the high-density memory foam cushion 8 is 5 cm or more, which effectively cushions the force applied to the knee when kneeling and reduces leg pain. Since some stroke patients have difficulty plantar flexing the ankle when kneeling, a thickness of 10 cm or more is recommended. This material comes into contact with the patient's skin, providing comfort and reducing friction. Furthermore, the leg positioning hinge 3 employed in this invention adjusts and fixes the relative position of the front guard plate 1 and the support plate 2, and the angle between them can be adjusted using the angle adjustment knob to accommodate different wearing needs. Furthermore, when kneeling, the support supports the legs. The leg positioning hinge is a technical means well known to those skilled in the art and is commercially available, so a detailed description will be omitted. To easily fix the front guard plate, the ends of the first fixing belt 4 are adhesively fixed around the patient's legs by hook and loop fasteners. In addition, in order to easily fix the support plate, the end of the second fixing belt 7 is also adhesively fixed around the patient's leg with a hook-and-loop fastener. The front guard plate 1 is formed in an arc-shaped structure so as to fit closely to the patient's legs. In more detail, the present invention is characterized in that the front guard plate and the support plate constitute the main support structure, which are detachably connected to the leg positioning hinges via screws, and are generally made of lightweight yet strong materials to provide overall stability.

[0008] The above description describes the present invention and its embodiments, but the scope of protection is not limited thereto. The drawings are merely an embodiment of the present invention, and actual applications are not limited thereto. In other words, any structural aspects and embodiments similar to the technical means designed by a person skilled in the art based on the suggestions, without departing from the creative spirit of the present invention, should all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. [Explanation of symbols]

[0009] 1 Front guard plate 2 Support plate 3 Leg positioning hinge 4. First fixing belt 5 Planar support plate 6. Arc-shaped support plate 7 Second fixing belt 8 high-density memory foam cushions

Claims

1. A kneeling training protective device for lower limbs, The vehicle comprises a front guard plate (1) and a support plate (2), a detachable leg positioning hinge (3) is provided between the front guard plate (1) and the support plate (2), and a plurality of first fixing belts (4) are arranged on both sides of the rear of the front guard plate (1) and the support plate (2); The central part of the support plate (2) is a flat support plate (5), and arc-shaped support plates (6) are provided on both ends of the flat support plate (5), and a plurality of second fixing belts (7) are arranged on both sides of the arc-shaped support plates (6). The angle and tightness between the front guard plate (1) and the support plate (2) are adjusted by the leg positioning hinge (3), so that the kneeling training protector can be closely fitted to the patient's legs. A protective device for kneeling training for the lower limbs, characterized by:

2. 2. The kneeling training protector for lower limbs according to claim 1, wherein the end of the first fixing belt (4) is adhesively fixed around the patient's leg by a hook-and-loop fastener.

3. 2. The kneeling training protector for lower limbs according to claim 1, wherein the end of the second fixing belt (7) is adhesively fixed around the patient's leg by a hook-and-loop fastener.

4. 2. The kneeling training protector for lower limbs according to claim 1, wherein the front guard plate (1) is formed in an arc-shaped structure.

5. 2. The kneeling training protector for the lower limbs according to claim 1, characterized in that a high-density memory foam cushion (8) is adhered to the inside of the support plate (2), and the support plate (2) has a shape that is wide at the top and narrow at the bottom.

6. 6. The kneeling training protector for lower limbs according to claim 5, wherein the thickness of the high-density shape memory foam cushion (8) is 5 cm or more.

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