Medical band

Abstract

A medical band according to exemplary embodiments of the present invention may comprise: a strap including a strap body forming an inner strap surface and an outer strap surface; a bubble layer including a bubble layer bottom facing the inner strap surface and a bubble layer cap extending from the bubble layer bottom, the bubble layer forming a sealed space; and gauze covering the bubble layer.

Description

medical bandage

[0001] The present invention relates to a medical bandage. More specifically, the present invention relates to a hemostatic bandage.

[0002] After blood collection, a bandage may be applied to the blood collection site to help control bleeding. The user (or patient) must apply pressure to the bandage to achieve hemostasis. If pressure is not sufficient (e.g., with appropriate pressure and for an appropriate amount of time), the hemostasis effect may be reduced, leading to adverse effects. For example, side effects may include swelling of blood vessels and bruising.

[0003] Therefore, a band is needed that applies pressure to the blood collection site without the user having to directly apply pressure to the blood collection site.

[0004] For example, KR 10-2105406 discloses a hemostatic aid for the thigh, KR 10-1949523 discloses a hemostatic dressing pad, and KR 10-0798407 discloses a compression hemostatic bandage.

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned problem.

[0006] The present invention aims to provide a medical band that applies pressure to a user's blood collection site.

[0007] According to exemplary embodiments of the present invention, a medical band may be provided, comprising: a strap including a strap body forming an inner strap surface and an outer strap surface; a bubble layer including a bubble layer bottom facing the inner strap surface and a bubble layer cap extending from the bubble layer bottom, the bubble layer forming a sealed space; and gauze covering the bubble layer.

[0008] In one embodiment, the gauze may include a gauze body covering the bubble layer cap; and a gauze wing extending from the gauze body and coupled to the inner strap surface.

[0009] In one embodiment, the medical band may further include a middle layer positioned between the bubble layer and the gauze.

[0010] In one embodiment, the stiffness of the middle layer may be greater than the stiffness of the bubble layer.

[0011] In one embodiment, the middle layer may include a middle layer body covering the bubble layer; and a middle layer wing extending from the middle layer body and coupled to the inner strap surface.

[0012] In one embodiment, the gauze may include a gauze body covering the middle layer body; and a gauze wing extending from the gauze body and coupled to the middle layer wing.

[0013] In one embodiment, the bubble layer may include a plurality of primary bubble wraps, each of which is connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap; and a plurality of secondary bubble wraps, each of which is connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap and arranged alternately with the plurality of primary bubble wraps.

[0014] In one embodiment, the height of each of the plurality of primary bubble wraps may be greater than the height of each of the plurality of secondary bubble wraps.

[0015] In one embodiment, the bubble layer comprises a primary bubble wrap and a secondary bubble wrap, each connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap, wherein the secondary bubble wrap can wrap the primary bubble wrap.

[0016] In one embodiment, the bubble layer may include a cover bubble wrap connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap; and a plurality of core bubble wraps positioned between the cover bubble wrap and the bubble layer bottom, each of which is connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap.

[0017] In one embodiment, the bubble layer may include a cover bubble wrap connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap; and a plurality of core bubble wraps positioned between the cover bubble wrap and the bubble layer bottom, each core bubble wrap forming a ball shape.

[0018] According to exemplary embodiments of the present invention, a medical band may be provided that applies pressure to a blood collection site of a user.

[0019] FIG. 1 is a plan view showing a strap of a band according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Fig. 2 is a drawing showing a cross-section of the strap illustrated in Fig. 1 taken along line A1-A2.

[0021] Figure 3 is a plan view of a band according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Fig. 4 is a drawing showing a cross-section of the band illustrated in Fig. 3 taken along line B1-B2.

[0023] Figure 5 is an exploded view of the band shown in Figure 4.

[0024] Figure 6 is a plan view of a bubble layer in which primary bubble wrap and secondary bubble wrap are arranged alternately.

[0025] Figure 7 is a plan view of a bubble layer in the shape of a secondary bubble wrap wrapping a primary bubble wrap.

[0026] Fig. 8 is a drawing showing a cross-section of the bubble layer illustrated in Fig. 7 taken along C1-C2.

[0027] Figure 9 is a plan view of a bubble layer forming a double layer pattern.

[0028] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of the bubble layer illustrated in FIG. 9 taken along line D1-D2, showing a plurality of core bubble wraps bonded to the bottom of the bubble layer.

[0029] Fig. 11 is a cross-sectional view of the bubble layer illustrated in Fig. 9 taken along line D1-D2, showing each of the plurality of core bubble wraps forming a ball.

[0030] Hereinafter, embodiments disclosed in this specification will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. Regardless of the drawing numbers, identical or similar components are given the same reference numbers and redundant descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0031] The suffixes "module" and "part" used for components in the following description are given or used interchangeably only for the convenience of writing specifications, and do not have distinct meanings or roles in themselves.

[0032] In describing the embodiments disclosed in this specification, if it is determined that a detailed description of a related known technology may obscure the gist of the embodiments disclosed in this specification, the detailed description is omitted.

[0033] The attached drawings are only intended to facilitate understanding of the embodiments disclosed in this specification, and the technical ideas disclosed in this specification are not limited by the attached drawings, and should be understood to include all modifications, equivalents, or substitutes included in the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

[0034] Terms that include ordinal numbers, such as first, second, etc., may be used to describe various components, but the components are not limited by these terms. These terms are used solely to distinguish one component from another.

[0035] When a component is referred to as being "connected" or "connected" to another component, it should be understood that it may be directly connected or connected to that other component, but that there may be other components intervening. Conversely, when a component is referred to as being "directly connected" or "connected" to another component, it should be understood that there are no other components intervening.

[0036] Singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0037] In this specification, terms such as “include” or “have” are intended to specify the presence of a feature, number, step, operation, component, part or combination thereof described in the specification, but should be understood not to exclude in advance the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts or combinations thereof.

[0038] For convenience of explanation, the sizes of components in the drawings may be exaggerated or reduced. For example, the sizes and thicknesses of each component shown in the drawings are arbitrarily indicated for convenience of explanation, and thus the present invention is not necessarily limited to what is shown.

[0039] In some embodiments, where implementations are otherwise feasible, specific process sequences may be performed in a different order than described. For example, two processes described in succession may be performed substantially simultaneously, or in a reverse order from the described order.

[0040] Further scope of the applicability of the present invention will become apparent from the detailed description below. However, since various modifications and variations within the spirit and scope of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art, it should be understood that the detailed description and specific examples, such as preferred embodiments of the present invention, are given by way of example only.

[0041] Fig. 1 is a plan view showing a strap of a medical band (hereinafter, abbreviated as a band) according to one embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the strap shown in Fig. 1 taken along line A1-A2.

[0042] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, a band (10) can be attached to a blood collection site by a user to achieve hemostasis after blood collection. The band (10) may include a strap (100). The strap (100) may include a strap body (110). The strap body (110) may have a shape such as a film or a sheet.

[0043] For example, the strap body (110) may form two sides. For example, the inner strap side (111) may be one side of the strap body (110). For example, the outer strap side (112) may be the other side of the strap body (110).

[0044] The inner strap face (111) may form, for example, the upper face of the strap body (110). The inner strap face (111) may be attached to, for example, a human body. For example, an adhesive component suitable for attachment to a human body may be applied or formed on the inner strap face (111).

[0045] The outer strap face (112) may form, for example, the lower face of the strap body (110). When the band (10) is attached to a human body, the outer strap face (112) may form the outer surface of the band (10).

[0046] The strap (100) may include a strap connecting portion (120). The strap connecting portion (120) may be an area formed on one surface of the strap body (110). For example, the strap connecting portion (120) may be an area formed on the inner strap surface (111).

[0047] The strap coupling portion (120) may be divided into multiple parts. For example, the strap coupling portion (120) may include or mean at least one of a bubble layer coupling portion (121) and a gauze coupling portion (122).

[0048] The strap coupling portion (120) can be coupled to a bubble layer (300, see FIG. 5). For example, the bubble layer coupling portion (121) can be coupled to a bubble layer (300, see FIG. 5).

[0049] The strap coupling portion (120) can be coupled to the gauze (200, see FIG. 5). For example, the gauze coupling portion (122) can be coupled to the gauze (200, see FIG. 5). The gauze coupling portion (122) can be adjacent to the bubble layer coupling portion (121). For example, the gauze coupling portion (122) can form a shape that wraps around or surrounds the bubble layer coupling portion (121).

[0050] Fig. 3 is a plan view of a band according to one embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 4 is a cross-sectional view of the band illustrated in Fig. 3 taken along line B1-B2. Fig. 5 is an exploded view of the band illustrated in Fig. 4.

[0051] Referring to FIGS. 3 to 5, the band (10) may include a bubble layer (300). The bubble layer (300) may accommodate gas or air therein. For example, the bubble layer (300) may form an air-cap shape. For example, the bubble layer (300) may form a sealed hollow portion.

[0052] The bubble layer (300) may be formed of a material including at least one of a natural resin and a synthetic resin. For example, the bubble radar (300) may be formed of a material including a synthetic resin. For example, the bubble layer (300) may be formed of a material including polyethylene, polypropylene, or the like.

[0053] The bubble layer (300) may include a bubble layer bottom (301). The bubble layer bottom (301) may form the lower face or bottom of the bubble layer (300).

[0054] The bubble layer bottom (301) can be coupled to the strap (100). For example, the bubble layer bottom (301) can be coupled to the inner strap surface (111, see FIG. 2). For example, the bubble layer bottom (301) can be coupled to the bubble layer connecting portion (121, see FIG. 1). For example, the lower face of the bubble layer bottom (301) can be coupled to the bubble layer connecting portion (121, see FIG. 1).

[0055] The bubble layer (300) may include a bubble layer cap (302). The bubble layer cap (302) may form an upper face of the bubble layer (300). The bubble layer cap (302) may form a lateral face of the bubble layer (300).

[0056] The bubble layer cap (302) may extend from the bubble layer bottom (301). For example, the bubble layer cap (302) may extend upward from the edge of the bubble layer bottom (301).

[0057] The bubble layer cap (302) may be convex upward. For example, the outer surface of the bubble layer cap (302) may be convex. For example, the inner surface of the bubble layer cap (302) may be concave. The inner surface of the bubble layer cap (302) may face the bubble layer bottom (301).

[0058] The band (10) may include gauze (200). The gauze (200) may include at least one of natural fibers and synthetic fibers. For example, the gauze (200) may be formed of a material including at least one of cotton, woven cotton, rayon, polyester, and viscose.

[0059] Gauze (200) can cover the bubble layer (300). For example, gauze (200) can be bonded or attached to the bubble layer (300) to cover the bubble layer (300).

[0060] In one embodiment, the gauze (200) may be divided into a plurality of sections. For example, the gauze (200) may include or mean at least one of a gauze body (210) and a gauze wing (220). For example, the gauze body (210) may be positioned above the bubble layer cap (302). The gauze body (210) may face the bubble layer (300).

[0061] For example, the inner surface of the gauze body (210) may face the bubble layer cap (302). The outer surface of the gauze body (210) may form a portion of the outer surface of the band (10). For example, the outer surface of the gauze body (210) may come into contact with the user's blood collection site.

[0062] The gauze body (210) may be concave or convex. For example, the outer surface of the gauze body (210) may be convex. For example, the inner surface of the gauze body (210) may be concave.

[0063] The gauze wing (220) may extend from the gauze body (210). For example, the gauze wing (220) may be formed integrally with the gauze body (210). The gauze wing (220) may extend from the edge of the gauze body (210). The gauze wing (220) may form a shape that wraps around the gauze body (210).

[0064] In one embodiment, the inner surface of the gauze body (210) may be bonded or attached to a bubble layer cap (302).

[0065] In one embodiment, the gauze wing (220) may be coupled or attached to the strap (100). For example, the gauze wing (220) may be coupled or attached to the inner strap surface (111, see FIG. 2). For example, the gauze wing (220) may be coupled or attached to the gauze connecting portion (122, see FIG. 1).

[0066] In one embodiment, the band (10) may further include a middle layer (400). The area of ​​the middle layer (400) may be divided into multiple areas. For example, the middle layer (400) may include or mean at least one of a middle layer body (410) and a middle layer wing (420).

[0067] The middle layer (400) may be positioned between the bubble layer (300) and the gauze (200). For example, the middle layer body (410) may be positioned between the bubble layer cap (302) and the gauze body (210).

[0068] The middle layer (400) may be positioned between the strap (100) and the gauze (200). For example, the middle layer wing (420) may be positioned between the strap (100) and the gauze wing (220).

[0069] The middle layer (400) can cover the bubble layer (300). For example, the middle layer body (410) can cover the bubble layer cap (302). The gauze (200) can cover the middle layer (400). For example, the gauze body (210) can cover the middle layer body (410). For example, the gauze wing (220) can cover the middle layer wing (420).

[0070] The middle layer (400) and the strap (100) can accommodate the bubble layer (300). For example, the middle layer (400) can protect the bubble layer (300) from external impacts, etc. For example, the rigidity of the middle layer (400) can be greater than the rigidity of the bubble layer (300).

[0071] In one embodiment, the inner surface of the gauze body (210) may be bonded or attached to the middle layer body (410).

[0072] In one embodiment, the middle layer wing (420) may be coupled or attached to the strap (100). For example, the middle layer wing (420) may be coupled or attached to a gauze joint (122, see FIG. 1). For example, the lower face of the middle layer wing (420) may be coupled or attached to the gauze joint (122, see FIG. 1).

[0073] The middle layer wing (420) may be coupled or attached to the gauze (200). For example, the middle layer wing (420) may be coupled or attached to the gauze wing (220). For example, the upper face of the middle layer wing (420) may be coupled or attached to the gauze wing (220).

[0074] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 5, the band (10) can wrap around the user's blood collection site. For example, the outer surface of the gauze (200) can contact the user's blood collection site. For example, the inner strap surface (111) can be attached to the user's skin.

[0075] The bubble layer (300) can receive pressure from the strap (100). The bubble layer (300) can transfer at least a portion of the pressure received from the strap (100) to the gauze (200).

[0076] Due to the pressure transmitted to the gauze (200), the gauze (200) can apply pressure to the user's blood collection site. That is, even if the user does not directly apply pressure to the blood collection site, the band (10) can apply pressure to the blood collection site. Thus, by adhering the band (10) to the blood collection site, a hemostasis effect can be expected.

[0077] Figure 6 is a plan view of a bubble layer in which primary bubble wrap and secondary bubble wrap are arranged alternately.

[0078] Referring to FIG. 6, the bubble layer (300) may include a single layer pattern (310). The single layer pattern (310) may include at least one primary bubble wrap (311) and at least one secondary bubble wrap (312).

[0079] For example, a single layer pattern (310) may include a plurality of primary bubble wraps (311). For example, a single layer pattern (310) may include a plurality of secondary bubble wraps (312).

[0080] The bubble wrap (311, 312) may include or mean at least one of a primary bubble wrap (311) and a secondary bubble wrap (312). The bubble wrap (311, 312) may be coupled to a bubble layer bottom (301). The bubble wrap (311, 312) may be a bubble layer cap (302, see FIG. 5).

[0081] For example, bubble wrap (311, 312) can be combined with a bubble layer bottom (301) to form a sealed space inside. The sealed space formed by the bubble layer bottom (301) and bubble wrap (311, 312) can be filled with gas or air.

[0082] A plurality of primary bubble wraps (311) and a plurality of secondary bubble wraps (312) may be arranged alternately. For example, a plurality of primary bubble wraps (311) and a plurality of secondary bubble wraps (312) may be arranged alternately in the X-axis direction. For example, a plurality of primary bubble wraps (311) and a plurality of secondary bubble wraps (312) may be arranged alternately in the Y-axis direction.

[0083] The primary bubble wrap (311) and the secondary bubble wrap (312) may have different heights. The height of the bubble wraps (311, 312) may refer to the height from the bubble layer bottom (301) when no external force is applied to the bubble wraps (311, 312). For example, the height of the primary bubble wrap (311) may be greater than the height of the secondary bubble wrap (312).

[0084] For example, when the band (10) is attached to the user's blood collection site, the primary bubble wrap (311) may receive greater pressure than the secondary bubble wrap (312). When the primary bubble wrap (311) bursts, the secondary bubble wrap (312) adjacent to the primary bubble wrap (311) may transmit pressure to the gauze (200).

[0085] In one embodiment, the height of the primary bubble wrap (311) may be greater than the height of the secondary bubble wrap (312), and the stiffness of the primary bubble wrap (311) may be less than the stiffness of the secondary bubble wrap (312). In this case, the feeling transmitted to the blood collection site during compression can be controlled by maintaining or forcibly bursting the primary bubble wrap (311).

[0086] Fig. 7 is a plan view of a bubble layer having a shape in which a secondary bubble wrap wraps a primary bubble wrap. Fig. 8 is a cross-sectional view of the bubble layer illustrated in Fig. 7 taken along line C1-C2.

[0087] Referring to FIGS. 7 and 8, the primary bubble wrap (311) can form the center of the single layer pattern (310). The secondary bubble wrap (312) can form a shape that wraps the primary bubble wrap (311).

[0088] For example, the secondary bubble wrap (312) may extend along the edge of the primary bubble wrap (311) to form an overall ring shape. For example, the secondary bubble wrap (312) may form a circular ring or a square ring shape. The secondary bubble wrap (312) may be spaced apart from the primary bubble wrap (311).

[0089] When the band (10) is attached to the user's blood collection site, the primary bubble wrap (311) may face the blood collection site. For example, the primary bubble wrap (311) may provide pressure to the blood collection site. For example, the secondary bubble wrap (312) may provide pressure near the blood collection site. This may enhance the pressure applied to the blood collection site.

[0090] Fig. 9 is a plan view of a bubble layer forming a double layer pattern. Fig. 10 is a cross-sectional view taken along line D1-D2 of the bubble layer illustrated in Fig. 9, showing a plurality of core bubble wraps bonded to the bottom of the bubble layer.

[0091] Referring to FIGS. 9 and 10, the bubble layer (300) may include a double layer pattern (320). The double layer pattern (320) may include at least one core bubble wrap (321). The core bubble wrap (321) may be coupled to the bubble layer bottom (301). The core bubble wrap (321) may be a bubble layer cap (302, see FIG. 5).

[0092] The double layer pattern (320) may include a cover bubble wrap (322). The cover bubble wrap (322) may be bonded to the bubble layer bottom (301). A core bubble wrap (321) may be positioned beneath the cover bubble wrap (322). The cover bubble wrap (322) may be a bubble layer cap (302, see FIG. 5).

[0093] For example, when pressure is applied to the cover bubble wrap (322) and it is pressed, the cover bubble wrap (322) can come into contact with the core bubble wrap (321). For example, when the cover bubble wrap (322) comes into contact with the core bubble wrap (321), the core bubble wrap (321) can transmit pressure to the cover bubble wrap (322). As a result, an improvement in the hemostasis effect at the blood collection site can be expected.

[0094] In one embodiment, the stiffness of the cover bubble wrap (322) may be less than the stiffness of the core bubble wrap (321). In this case, the feeling transmitted to the blood collection site during compression can be controlled by maintaining or forcibly bursting the cover bubble wrap (322).

[0095] Fig. 11 is a cross-sectional view of the bubble layer illustrated in Fig. 9 taken along line D1-D2, showing each of the plurality of core bubble wraps forming a ball.

[0096] Referring to FIGS. 9 and 11, the core bubble wrap (321) may form a ball-like shape overall. For example, the core bubble wrap (321) may form a hollow portion therein. For example, gas or air may be contained in a sealed manner within the core bubble wrap (321).

[0097] The cover bubble wrap (322) and the bubble layer bottom (301) can accommodate the core bubble wrap (321). The core bubble wrap (321) can move in the space formed by the cover bubble wrap (322) and the bubble layer bottom (301).

[0098] For example, the positions of the multiple core bubble wraps (321) may be changed depending on the difference in pressure applied to the multiple core bubble wraps (321). Accordingly, the multiple core bubble wraps (321) may provide relatively uniform pressure to the blood collection site.

[0099] Any or all of the embodiments of the present invention described above are not mutually exclusive or distinct. Any or all of the embodiments of the present invention described above may have their respective components or functions combined or used together.

[0100] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit and essential characteristics thereof. The above detailed description should not be construed in any way as limiting but rather as illustrative. The scope of the present invention should be determined by a reasonable interpretation of the appended claims, and all modifications within the scope of equivalents of the present invention are intended to be included within the scope of the present invention.

[0101] [Explanation of symbols]

[0102] 10: Band 100: Strap

[0103] 110: Strap body 120: Strap joint

[0104] 200: Gauze 210: Gauze Body

[0105] 220: Gauze Wing 300: Bubble Layer

[0106] 301: Bubble layer bottom 302: Bubble layer cap

[0107] 310: Single layer pattern 311: Primary bubble wrap

[0108] 312: Secondary bubble wrap 320: Double layer pattern

[0109] 321: Core bubble wrap 322: Cover bubble wrap

[0110] 400: Middle Layer 410: Middle Layer Body

[0111] 420: Middle Layer Wing

Claims

1. A strap comprising a strap body forming an inner strap surface and an outer strap surface; A bubble layer comprising a bubble layer bottom facing the inner strap surface and a bubble layer cap extending from the bubble layer bottom, forming a sealed space; and Including gauze covering the above bubble layer, Medical bandage.

2. In paragraph 1, The above gauze, A gauze body covering the above bubble layer cap; and Including a gauze wing extending from the gauze body and coupled to the inner strap surface, Medical bandage.

3. In paragraph 1, Further comprising a middle layer positioned between the bubble layer and the gauze, Medical bandage.

4. In paragraph 3, The stiffness of the above middle layer is greater than the stiffness of the above bubble layer. Medical bandage.

5. In paragraph 3, The above middle layer is, A middle layer body covering the above bubble layer; and A middle layer wing extending from the middle layer body and coupled to the inner strap surface, Medical bandage.

6. In paragraph 5, The above gauze, A gauze body covering the above middle layer body; and A gauze wing extending from the gauze body and coupled to the middle layer wing, Medical bandage.

7. In paragraph 1, The above bubble layer, a plurality of primary bubble wraps each connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap; and Each of the bubble layer caps comprises a plurality of secondary bubble wraps connected to the bubble layer bottom and arranged alternately with the plurality of primary bubble wraps. Medical bandage.

8. In paragraph 7, The height of each of the plurality of primary bubble wraps is greater than the height of each of the plurality of secondary bubble wraps. Medical bandage.

9. In paragraph 1, The above bubble layer, Each of the primary bubble wrap and the secondary bubble wrap is connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap, The above secondary bubble wrap wraps the above primary bubble wrap, Medical bandage.

10. In paragraph 1, The above bubble layer, A cover bubble wrap connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap; and A plurality of core bubble wraps positioned between the cover bubble wrap and the bubble layer bottom, each of which is connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap, Medical bandage.

11. In paragraph 1, The above bubble layer, A cover bubble wrap connected to the bubble layer bottom as the bubble layer cap; and A plurality of core bubble wraps positioned between the cover bubble wrap and the bubble layer bottom, each core bubble wrap forming a ball shape, Medical bandage.

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