stretcher

Abstract

To provide a stretcher with improved stability at the time of use and with excellent flexibility, usability, and convenience, and to convey a person safely, stably and quickly even when the person is in a sitting posture.SOLUTION: One end 2s side of a stretcher body part 2 in a longitudinal direction Fe is formed as a folding part 2c that can be folded over predetermined lengths L1, L2. Detachable parts 4p, 4q, which are attachable to and detachable from a primary part 2m of the stretcher body part 2 excluding the folding part 2c, are provided in a part of or the entire both side portions of a width direction Fw orthogonal to the longitudinal direction Fe of the folding part 2c.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a sheet-like stretcher that carries a person to be transported, such as an injured person or a patient, and is transported manually. [Background technology]

[0002] Generally, flexible sheet-like stretchers that carry a person to be transported by hand are widely known, and the present applicant has already proposed a stretcher (universal stretcher) suitable for this type of application in Patent Document 1.

[0003] The universal stretcher described in Patent Document 1 aims to provide a universal stretcher that has a dramatically improved drainage capacity, avoids the drawback of unnecessary transport effort regardless of whether the stretcher is on water or land, and avoids adverse effects on the person being transported. Specifically, the universal stretcher is provided with a mattress section on which the person to be transported rests and transporting members for transporting the mattress section, and is configured with: a waterproof mattress section on which the person to be transported rests; a base panel section made of a synthetic resin material that has a predetermined thickness and flexibility and is formed to be approximately the same size as the mattress section so that it is attached to the mattress section while being placed under the mattress section; and a water-permeable net 5 with mesh openings of a predetermined size that covers the area on the upper surface of the mattress section with which the person to be transported comes into contact and the area on the lower surface of the mattress section with which the base panel section comes into contact. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2019-025232 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] However, conventional stretchers of the same type, including the universal stretcher of Patent Document 1 described above, have had the following problems to be solved.

[0006] First, the overall planar shape is rectangular and the size is fixed, which means that the flexibility, ease of use, and convenience during use are not necessarily sufficient. In other words, people to be transported vary in age and gender, and the conditions of injured people and patients vary greatly, so the stretcher may not always be compatible with the person to be transported. For example, for a tall person, the stretcher may be relatively small, which could result in parts of the body protruding from the stretcher. For a child, the stretcher may be relatively too large, which could make the transport unstable.

[0007] Second, some patients may have difficulty breathing when transported in a supine position, and it may be preferable to transport them in a sitting position. However, when transported in a sitting position, the patient's legs hang down, creating an unstable position that could lead to the patient's feet hitting the ground or a wall. Ultimately, this is not easy to implement, as it compromises safety, stability, and speed of transport, and provides insufficient protection for the patient.

[0008] An object of the present invention is to provide a stretcher that solves the problems present in the background art. [Means for solving the problem]

[0009] In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the present invention provides a stretcher 1 that is transported by hand and includes a flexible, sheet-like stretcher body 2 on whose upper surface 2u a person to be transported H is placed, and grip portions 3a..., 3b..., 3c..., 3d that are respectively provided at a plurality of positions on the outer edge of the stretcher body 2 or in the vicinity thereof, and includes a folded portion 2c that is formed so as to be able to be folded back over predetermined lengths L1, L2 at one end 2s side of the longitudinal direction Fe of the stretcher body 2, and a part or all of both sides of the folded portion 2c in the width direction Fw are formed wide, thereby enabling the stretcher 1 to be transported by hand. The stretcher body 2 is characterized in that it is configured by attachment parts 2cp, 2cq formed by extending outward from the outer edge of the main part 2m of the stretcher body 2, and hook-and-loop fastener parts 4pf-4ps, 4qf-4qs and / or one or more selectable button parts 4pb...-(4pr..., 4pe...), 4qb...-(4qr..., 4qe...), and is characterized in that when the folded-back part 2c is folded back to the upper surface 2u side of the main part 2m and the attachment parts 2cp, 2cq are folded back to the underside 2d side of the stretcher body 2, detachable parts 4p, 4q are provided that allow the attachment parts 2cp, 2cq to be detached from the underside 2d.

[0010] In this case, according to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the detachable portions 4p, 4q may be configured by a combination of hook-and-loop fastener portions 4pf-4ps, 4qf-4qs, and button portions 4pb... (-4pr..., 4pe...), 4qb... (4qr..., 4qe...). A cushion sheet 2i made of an elastic material and having a predetermined thickness can be embedded inside the stretcher body 2, excluding the folded-back portion 2c, and a detachable auxiliary sheet portion 2dc can be provided on part or all of the underside 2d of the stretcher body 2. A cushion member 3ai made of an elastic material can be embedded inside the grip portions 3a.... An opening 2o can be provided in a portion of the stretcher body 2, and this opening 2o can be blocked by a net member 5 that is water-permeable at the top and bottom. [Effects of the Invention]

[0011] The stretcher 1 according to the present invention having such a configuration provides the following significant effects.

[0012] (1) One end 2s of the stretcher body 2 in the longitudinal direction Fe is formed as a folded-back portion 2c that can be folded back over predetermined lengths L1, L2, and detachable portions 4p, 4q that can be attached to and detached from the main portion 2m of the stretcher body 2 excluding the folded-back portion 2c are provided in part or all of both sides of this folded-back portion 2c in the width direction Fw that is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction Fe. This makes it possible to easily adapt the size of the stretcher 1 to transport persons H of various ages and genders, such as tall persons and children, and thus makes it possible to provide a stretcher 1 that is highly flexible, easy to use, and convenient, such as by improving stability during use (transportation).

[0013] (2) Since the person H can be transported safely even in a sitting position, it is possible to eliminate problems such as difficulty breathing caused by transporting a patient on their back. That is, even if the feet hang down while sitting, the folded-over portions 2c, or so-called foot pockets, prevent the feet from colliding with the ground, a wall, etc., and provide sufficient protection for the person H, so that the person H can be transported safely, stably, and quickly even in a sitting position.

[0014] (3) By forming a part or all of the stretcher body 2 on both sides in the width direction Fw to be wide, the attachment parts 2cp, 2cq are formed extending outward from the outer edge of the main part 2m, and when the folded-back parts 2c are folded back toward the upper surface 2u of the main part 2m and the attachment parts 2cp, 2cq are folded back toward the lower surface 2d of the stretcher body 2, the folded-back parts 2c are provided with detachable parts 4p, 4q that allow the attachment parts 2cp, 2cq to be detached from the lower surface 2d, so that the parts of the attachment parts 2cp, 2cq, etc. that are exposed on the upper surface 2u of the stretcher body 2 can be reduced or eliminated. This contributes to improving the appearance of the stretcher 1 and can further increase the strength of the foot pockets formed by the folded-back parts 2c.

[0015] (4) If the detachable portions 4p, 4q are configured with hook-and-loop fasteners 4pf-4ps, 4qf-4qs, they can be easily attached and detached, and the surface contact effect can prevent the occurrence of unnecessary gaps. If they are configured with one or more selectable button portions 4pb...-(4pr..., 4pe...), 4qb...-(4qr..., 4qe...), the positioning of the folded portion 2c can be easily and reliably performed. Moreover, if both are configured in combination, the advantages of both can be enjoyed.

[0016] (5) In a preferred embodiment, a cushion sheet 2i made of an elastic material and having a predetermined thickness may be embedded inside the stretcher body 2 excluding the folded-back portion 2c, thereby reducing the impact on the person H during use and preventing displacement, etc., and by removing the folded-back portion 2c, unnecessary interference (adverse effects) with the folded-back portion 2c can be avoided.

[0017] (6) In a preferred embodiment, a detachable auxiliary sheet portion 2dc may be provided on a part or all of the underside 2d of the stretcher body 2, thereby increasing the strength of the underside 2d and protecting the underside 2d from scratches, dirt, etc., and also allowing for easy replacement when it deteriorates.

[0018] (7) In a preferred embodiment, by embedding a cushion member 3ai made of an elastic material inside the grip portion 3a..., it is possible to ensure appropriate elasticity of the grip portion 3a..., thereby preventing slippage when gripped by the carrier, ensuring stable gripping ability, and contributing to improved safety.

[0019] (8) In a preferred embodiment, an opening 2o is provided in a part of the stretcher body 2, and this opening 2o is closed with a net member 5 having water permeability in both the top and bottom. This allows the rain, seawater, etc. that accumulates on the upper surface 2u of the stretcher body 2 to smoothly and quickly drop downward and be discharged, even when the person H to be transported is exposed to rain, seawater, etc., thereby preventing discomfort and adverse effects on the person H and contributing to weight reduction during transport. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0020] [Figure 1] 1 is a plan view including a partially cutaway view showing two usage modes of a stretcher according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 2] A bottom view of the stretcher. [Figure 3] A front cross-sectional view of the stretcher. [Figure 4] FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the stretcher when the folding portion is folded back for use; [Figure 5] An explanatory diagram of the operation of the auxiliary sheet part of the stretcher, [Figure 6] A partial cross-sectional bottom view of the grip part (first grip part) of the stretcher. [Figure 7] An explanatory diagram of the folding part of the stretcher, [Figure 8] An explanatory diagram of three usage modes of the folded part of the stretcher; [Figure 9] A partial cross-sectional side view of the stretcher when used in a seated position. [Figure 10] FIG. 2 is a bottom view showing a portion of a modified example of the stretcher; DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0021] Next, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

[0022] First, the configuration of a stretcher 1 according to this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 8.

[0023] As shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the stretcher 1 basically comprises a stretcher body 2 and grip portions 3a..., 3b..., 3c..., 3d provided at a plurality of positions on or near the outer edge of the stretcher body 2.

[0024] The stretcher body 2 is configured in a rectangular shape as a whole, as shown in Fig. 8. The stretcher body 2 shown in the example has a total length Lo of 2400 mm and a width Lw of 600 mm. When producing the stretcher body 2, as shown in Fig. 3, two layers of tarpaulin (a multi-layer vinyl chloride material) are sewn together, and a cushion sheet 2i having a predetermined thickness (for example, about 20 mm) and made of an elastic member such as a sponge mat is embedded inside. In this case, the cushion sheet 2i may be embedded in the entire stretcher body 2, but it is preferable to embed it inside the main portion 2m of the stretcher body 2, excluding the folded-back portions 2c described below in the stretcher body 2, as shown in the example.

[0025] In this way, when constructing the stretcher main body 2, if a cushion sheet 2i formed of an elastic member and having a predetermined thickness is embedded inside the stretcher main body 2 excluding the folded-back portion 2c, it is possible to reduce the impact on the transported person H during use and prevent positional displacement, and by excluding the folded-back portion 2c, it is possible to avoid unnecessary interference (adverse effects) with the fold of the folded-back portion 2c.

[0026] 1 and 8, one end 2s side (the foot Hf side of the transported person H (see FIG. 8)) in the longitudinal direction Fe of the stretcher body 2 is formed as a folded-back portion 2c that can be folded back over predetermined lengths L1 (point P1) and L2 (point P2). In this case, the folded-back portion 2c extends from point P2 to the one end 2s. Furthermore, part (or all) of the folded-back portion 2c is formed wide on both sides in the width direction Fw perpendicular to the longitudinal direction Fe, and forms attachment portions 2cp, 2cq that extend outward from the outer edge of the stretcher body 2. In the illustrated example, the length Lc (see FIG. 8) of the attachment portions 2cp, 2cq is 300 mm.

[0027] As shown in Fig. 1(b), hook-and-loop fastener portions 4pf, 4qf on one side (hooking side) are fixed by sewing or the like to the mounting portions 2cp, 2cq located on the upper surface 2u of the stretcher body 2, and hook-and-loop fastener portions 4ps, 4qs on the other side (hooked side) are fixed by sewing or the like to the outer edge of the lower surface 2d of the stretcher body 2, as shown in Fig. 2. This makes it possible to attach the hook-and-loop fastener portions 4pf, 4qf of the mounting portions 2cp, 2cq to the hook-and-loop fastener portions 4ps, 4qs on the other side of the main portion 2m of the stretcher body 2 when the folded-back portion 2c is folded back toward the upper surface 2u and then the mounting portions 2cp, 2cq are folded back toward the lower surface 2d. Such a configuration of hook-and-loop fastener portions 4pf-4ps, 4qf-4qs makes attachment and detachment easy, and the surface contact effect prevents the occurrence of unnecessary gaps.

[0028] Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 1(b), a pair of front and rear convex button portions 4pb, 4pb whose positions have been set are attached to one mounting portion 2cp, and a pair of front and rear convex button portions 4qb, 4qb whose positions have been set are attached to the other mounting portion 2cq. Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 2, two sets of button portions 4pr, 4pr and 4pe, 4pe whose positions have been set on the concave side of the pair of front and rear buttons are attached near one outer edge of the underside 2d of the stretcher body 2 in the width direction Fw, corresponding to the positions of points P1 and P2, and two sets of button portions 4qr, 4qr and 4qe, 4qe whose positions have been set on the concave side of the pair of front and rear buttons are attached near the other outer edge of the width direction Fw, corresponding to the positions of points P1 and P2. Providing such buttons 4pb, 4qb, 4pr, 4pe, 4qr, 4qe allows the folded portion 2c to be positioned easily and reliably.

[0029] The detachable portions 4p, 4q are constituted by such hook-and-loop fastener portions 4pf-4ps, 4qf-4qs and button portions 4pb..., 4qb..., 4pr..., 4pe..., 4qr..., 4qe.... The detachable portions 4p, 4q may be constituted only by hook-and-loop fastener portions 4pf-4ps, 4qf-4qs, or may be constituted only by one or more selectable button portions 4pb...-(4pr..., 4pe...), 4qb...-(4qr..., 4qe...) whose positions are set. However, if the detachable portions 4p, 4q are constituted by a combination of hook-and-loop fastener portions 4pf-4ps, 4qf-4qs and button portions 4pb...-(4pr..., 4pe...), 4qb...-(4qr..., 4qe...), as in the embodiment, it is possible to enjoy the advantages of both of the above.

[0030] 2 and 5, a detachable auxiliary sheet portion 2dc is provided on the underside 2d of the stretcher body 2. This auxiliary sheet portion 2dc is preferably made of a lightweight and strong polyester material, for example. The size of the illustrated auxiliary sheet portion 2dc is 1450 mm in the longitudinal direction Fe and 350 mm in the width direction Fw.

[0031] In this case, as shown in FIG. 5, a hook and loop fastener portion 11 on one side (hooking side) having a frame shape that follows the outer edge shape of the auxiliary sheet portion 2dc is fixed to the underside 2d of the stretcher main body 2 by sewing or the like, and a hook and loop fastener portion 12 on the other side (hooking side) having the same shape as the hook and loop fastener portion 11 is fixed to the attachment surface 2dcj of the opposing auxiliary sheet portion 2dc by sewing or the like.

[0032] In this way, by providing a detachable auxiliary sheet portion 2dc on the underside 2d of the stretcher body 2, the strength of the underside 2d can be increased, and the underside 2d can be protected by preventing scratches, dirt, etc., and can also be easily replaced when it deteriorates. In the example, the auxiliary sheet portion 2dc is provided on a part of the underside 2d, but it may also be provided on the entire underside 2d.

[0033] On the other hand, the grip portions 3a..., 3b..., 3c..., 3d are provided at a plurality of positions on the outer edge of the stretcher body 2 or in the vicinity thereof.

[0034] First grip portions 3a, 3a, 3a are attached by sewing or the like to the front, middle, and rear positions, which are positions close to the outer edge of the left side of the stretcher body 2, and first grip portions 3a, 3a, 3a are attached by sewing or the like to the front, middle, and rear positions, which are positions close to the outer edge of the right side of the stretcher body 2. The left and right first grip portions 3a, 3a provided at the rear positions are attached forward of the folded portion 2c (point P1 position) so as not to interfere with the folded portion 2c described above.

[0035] As shown in Fig. 6, one of the first grip portions 3a is made by forming a strong belt fabric material into a U-shape, with both ends attached to the underside 2d of the stretcher body 2 by sewing or the like, and embedding a cushion member 3ai made of an elastic material, for example, a cutting material from a polyvinyl chloride tube, inside at an intermediate position. By embedding a cushion member 3ai made of an elastic material inside the grip portion 3a in this way, appropriate elasticity of the grip portion 3a can be ensured, preventing slippage when grasped by the carrier, ensuring a stable grip, and contributing to improved safety. The remaining first grip portions 3a... are constructed in the same way.

[0036] As shown in FIG. 2, a pair of left and right second grip portions 3b, 3b are provided on the edge of the other end 2t side (opposite the feet Hf of the person H (see FIG. 8)) in the longitudinal direction Fe of the stretcher body 2. The second grip portions 3b are formed in a relatively long loop shape and protrude from the edge of the other end 2t side so that they can be held by the carrier. The second grip portions 3b are attached to the underside 2d of the stretcher body 2 by sewing or the like.

[0037] Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 2, small loop-shaped third grip portions 3c, 3c are attached by sewing or the like to a position adjacent to the first grip portion 3a provided at a front position close to the outer edge of the right side of the stretcher body 2 and to a position adjacent to the first grip portion 3a provided at an intermediate position, and small loop-shaped third grip portions 3c, 3c are attached by sewing or the like to a position adjacent to the first grip portion 3a provided at a front position close to the outer edge of the left side of the stretcher body 2 and to a position adjacent to the first grip portion 3a provided at an intermediate position.

[0038] In this case, the two third grip portions 3c, 3c located on the front and rear sides can be used by inserting a pair of left and right stretcher bars, respectively, and can also function as auxiliary handles that the carrier can hold by hand if necessary. Although no third grip portion is provided at the rear of the stretcher body 2, one end of the band member 13 can be connected to one of the first grip portions 3a provided at the rear position to function as the fourth grip portion 3d. That is, the band member 13 is stretched over the other first grip portion 3a provided at the rear position, and both ends are joined to function as the loop-shaped fourth grip portion 3d. 13x and 13y indicate hook-and-loop fastener portions on one and the other sides of the band member 13.

[0039] Next, the method of use and functions of the stretcher 1 according to this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS.

[0040] The stretcher 1 according to this embodiment can be used in three usage modes, as shown in Fig. 8. That is, it can be used in three usage modes: a large mode Mo (total length Lo: 2400 [mm]) in which the total length Lo shown in Fig. 8(a) is the longest usable length, a medium mode M1 (length L1: 2100 [mm]) in which the folded-back portion 2c is folded back at point P1 shown in Fig. 8(b) and has an intermediate length, and a short mode M2 ​​(length L2: 1900 [mm]) in which the folded-back portion 2c is folded back at point P2 shown in Fig. 8(c).

[0041] This allows the user to select the mode Mo, M1, or M2 that is most suitable for the user's height, for example, large mode Mo is suitable for tall users H, medium mode M1 is suitable for users H of average height, including elderly people and women, and short mode M2 ​​is suitable for children and small users H.

[0042] 7(a)-(c) show, as an example, the setting procedure when using the short mode M2.

[0043] First, Figure 7(a) shows the state in which the entire stretcher 1 is unfolded, i.e., the state of the stretcher 1 in large mode Mo with the top surface 2u facing upward. In this state, first, the folded-back portion 2c is folded back toward the top surface 2u, which is in the direction of arrow Fa in Figure 7(b), with point P2 as the folding position. The folded-back state is shown in Figure 7(b). In this state, the attachment portions 2cp, 2cq are also open, and the detachable portions 4p, 4q are in an unattached state.

[0044] 7(c), one attachment portion 2cq of the folded portion 2c is folded in the direction of the arrow Fb, and the hook-and-loop fastener 4qf of the attachment portion 2cq is attached to the hook-and-loop fastener 4qs on the bottom surface 2d of the main portion 2m, and the pair of buttons 4qb, 4qb of the attachment portion 2cq are attached to the second buttons 4qr, 4qr. While the attachment portion 2cq on one side of the folded portion 2c has been described, the remaining attachment portion 2cp of the folded portion 2c is also attached in the same manner.

[0045] This allows for easy switching to the short mode M2 ​​shown in FIG. 7(c), and also allows for the formation of a foot pocket Xp capable of accommodating the feet Hf on the other end 2t side of the stretcher 1.

[0046] The above has been explained regarding the case of setting to short mode M2, but when changing to medium mode M1, the same procedure can be followed as for short mode M2, except that the folded portion 2c is folded back at point P1 and the attachment is changed to the first button portion 4qe, 4qe.

[0047] In order to perform this setting, the length in the longitudinal direction Fe of the hook-and-loop fastener portions 4ps, 4qs on the other side of the bottom surface 2d of the main portion 2m described above is selected to be a length that allows the entire surface of the hook-and-loop fastener portions 4pf, 4qf on one side to be attached when set in the short mode M2. Specifically, as shown in Figure 8, if the length of the folded portion 2c that is folded back at point P2 is L2h, the length of the hook-and-loop fastener portions 4ps, 4qs will be "L2h x 2".

[0048] Therefore, the range of the folded portion 2c (for example, Lc or L2h) is not a fixed range, and once the position of the folded portion 2c (for example, P1 or P2) is determined, the portion on the one end 2s side from that position becomes the folded portion 2c, and the portion on the other end 2t side from that position becomes the main portion 2m.

[0049] In this way, when configuring the folded-back portions 2c, part or all of the stretcher body 2 on both sides in the width direction Fw are made wide to form the attachment portions 2cp, 2cq extending outward from the outer edge of the main portion 2m, and when the folded-back portions 2c are folded back toward the upper surface 2u of the main portion 2m and the attachment portions 2cp, 2cq are folded back toward the lower surface 2d of the stretcher body 2, detachable portions 4p, 4q are provided to enable the attachment portions 2cp, 2cq to be detached from the lower surface 2d. Therefore, the portions of the attachment portions 2cp, 2cq, etc. exposed on the upper surface 2u of the stretcher body 2 can be reduced or eliminated, which contributes to improving the appearance of the stretcher 1 and can further increase the strength of the foot pockets formed by the folded-back portions 2c.

[0050] Therefore, according to the stretcher 1 of this embodiment, as a basic configuration, one end 2s side of the longitudinal direction Fe of the stretcher body 2 is formed as a folded-back portion 2c that can be folded back over predetermined lengths L1, L2, and detachable portions 4p, 4q that can be attached to and detached from the main portion 2m of the stretcher body 2 excluding the folded-back portion 2c are provided in part or all of both sides of this folded-back portion 2c in the width direction Fw that is perpendicular to the longitudinal direction Fe. Therefore, the size of the stretcher 1 can be easily adapted to transportees H of various ages and genders, such as tall people and children, and stability during use (transportation) can be improved, and a stretcher 1 with excellent flexibility, ease of use, and convenience can be provided.

[0051] Moreover, as shown in FIGS. 8(b) and 8(c), a foot pocket Xp capable of accommodating the feet Hf of the person to be transported H is formed on the other end 2t side of the stretcher main body 2. Therefore, the person to be transported H can be transported not only in a lying position as shown in FIGS. 8(b) and 8(c), but also in a sitting position as shown in FIG. 9.

[0052] This allows the person H to be transported safely even in a sitting position, eliminating problems such as difficulty breathing caused by transporting a patient on their back. In particular, when the person H is in a sitting position, even if their legs hang down and they become unstable, the folded-over portions 2c form foot pockets, preventing the feet from hitting the ground, a wall, or the like. As a result, even when the person H is in a sitting position, the feet Hf of the person H can be kept warm and secure, and the person H can be transported safely, stably, and quickly, thereby providing sufficient protection for the person H.

[0053] 10 shows a modified example of the stretcher body 2 in the stretcher 1. As shown in the figure, in this modified example, an opening 2o is provided in a part of the stretcher body 2, and this opening 2o is closed by a water-permeable net member 5 at the top and bottom.

[0054] With this configuration, even if the person H to be transported is exposed to rain, seawater, or the like, rain, seawater, or the like that accumulates on the upper surface 2u of the stretcher main body 2 can be smoothly and quickly dropped downward and discharged, which has the advantage of preventing discomfort and adverse effects on the person H to be transported and contributing to weight reduction during transport.

[0055] Although the preferred embodiment has been described in detail above, the present invention is not limited to such an embodiment, and the detailed configuration, shape, material, quantity, numerical values, etc. can be changed, added, or deleted as desired within the scope that does not deviate from the gist of the present invention.

[0056] For example, in forming the folding portion 2c, an example has been shown in which it is formed so as to be foldable over two predetermined lengths L1, L2, but the predetermined length L1... may be one, or three or more. Furthermore, the cushion sheet 2i and auxiliary sheet portion 2dc provided on the stretcher body 2 are not essential components, and the absence of these is not excluded. Furthermore, the materials forming the cushion sheet 2i and auxiliary sheet portion 2dc, as well as the stretcher body 2 and grip portions 3a..., 3b..., 3c..., 3d, are not limited to the materials exemplified, and the mounting positions and number of the grip portions 3a..., 3b..., 3c..., 3d are optional. [Industrial Applicability]

[0057] The present invention can be used for various sheet-like stretchers that carry a person to be transported, such as an injured person or a patient, and are transported manually. [Explanation of symbols]

[0058] 1: Stretcher, 2: Stretcher body, 2u: Upper surface of the stretcher body, 2d: Lower surface of the stretcher body, 2dc: Auxiliary sheet, 2s: One end of the stretcher body, 2c: Folded part, 2cp: Mounting part, 2cq: Mounting part, 2m: Main part, 2i: Cushion sheet, 2o: Opening, 3a...: Grip part (first grip part), 3ai: Cushion member, 3b...: Grip part (second grip part) Lip portion), 3c...: Grip portion (third grip portion), 3d: Grip portion (fourth grip portion), 4p: Detachable portion, 4q: Detachable portion, 4pf-4ps: Hook and loop fastener portion, 4qf-4qs: Hook and loop fastener portion, 4pb...-(4pr..., 4pe...): Button portion, 4qb...-(4qr..., 4qe...): Button portion, 5: Net member, H: Conveyed person, Fe: Longitudinal direction, Fw: Width direction, L1: Predetermined length, L2: Predetermined length

Claims

1. 1. A manually transported stretcher comprising: a flexible, sheet-like stretcher body on whose upper surface a person to be carried is placed; and grip sections provided at a plurality of positions on or near the outer edge of the stretcher body, the stretcher comprising: a folding section formed so as to be able to be folded back over a predetermined length on one end of the longitudinal direction of the stretcher body; attachment sections formed by widening part or all of both sides of the folding section in the width direction and extending outward from the outer edge of a main section of the stretcher body; and a detachable section comprising hook-and-loop fasteners and / or one or more selectable buttons with set positions, wherein the folding section is folded back onto the upper surface side of the main section and the attachment section is folded back onto the lower surface side of the stretcher body, so that the attachment section can be detached from the lower surface.

2. 2. The stretcher according to claim 1, wherein a cushion sheet made of an elastic material and having a predetermined thickness is embedded inside the stretcher body except for the folded-back portion.

3. 2. The stretcher according to claim 1, wherein the stretcher body is provided with an auxiliary sheet portion that is detachable from a part or all of the underside.

4. 4. The stretcher according to claim 1, wherein the stretcher body has an opening in a part thereof, and the opening is closed by a water-permeable net member at the top and bottom.

5. 2. The stretcher according to claim 1, wherein the grip portion has a cushion member made of an elastic material embedded therein.

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