Cane handle with support

Abstract

According to an embodiment of the present invention, disclosed is a cane handle having a support which is formed at the lower side of a straight-type handle and has a structure supporting the lower part of the palm (hypothenar) and part of the back of the lower palm. The cane handle (100) with the support disclosed herein, which is connected to a cane rod (200) or integrally formed with the cane rod so as to form a cane (10), comprises: a handle rod (110) which is grippped by the palm of a user; and a handle support (120) which protrudes outwardly from the handle rod (110) and supports the lower part of the user's palm. The handle support (120) may comprise: a hypothenar support portion (122) which horizontally extends from the handle rod (110) to form a concave portion (122a) and supports a hypothenar (22) of the hand; and a back support portion (124) which protrudes upward from the end portion of the hypothenar support portion (122) and supports part of the hand's back (24) to the inside.

Description

Walking stick handle

[0001] The present invention relates to a cane handle, and more specifically, to a cane handle having a support structure formed on the lower side of the straight handle that supports the underside of the palm (little finger) and a part of the back of the hand under the palm.

[0002] Generally, a walking stick (cane) is a tool used to assist with hiking or walking or to maintain balance, and consists of a support pole with a handle formed in various shapes depending on the purpose of use and design.

[0003] FIG. 1 is an example illustrating a cane having various types of handles from the past, and FIG. 2 is an example of holding the cane handle shown in FIG. 1.

[0004] Cane handles can be broadly classified into T-shaped and straight types. (A) in FIGS. 1 and 2 is a cane with a general T-shaped handle and an example of how to hold the cane, and (B) in FIGS. 1 and 2 is a cane with a curved handle mainly used for walking and an example of how to hold the cane.

[0005] A cane with a T-shaped or curved handle is used by holding it with the palm and pressing it down to maintain balance, as shown in (A) and (B) of Figure 2, and by shifting body weight onto the cane, the user's waist naturally bends.

[0006] In addition, the most common straight handle, such as (C) in Fig. 1, has the problem that it is difficult to apply force compared to a T-shaped handle because the hand holding the cane can slide downward when weight is applied, as the hand must be gripped tightly to support the cane and provide balance and body weight as shown in (C) in Fig. 2. Also, since it must be gripped tightly, it places an excessive burden on the hand when used for a long time.

[0007] Therefore, in the case of a straight type with a strap that is mainly used for hiking, as shown in (D) of Figure 2, it is possible to apply some force by inserting the wrist into the strap, but since the strap is not fixed and moves, the center of force moves easily, resulting in an unstable problem.

[0008] As such, walking sticks have the advantage of distributing the user's body weight and maintaining balance to aid walking or hiking, protect the knees, and enhance safety; however, T-shaped handles cause the user to bend their back during use, while straight handles present the problem of being difficult to apply force to.

[0009] Conventional T-shaped and straight handle structures result in different gripping positions, heights, forces applied to the body, and balance depending on the user's body type. For example, with a T-shaped handle, pressing down and gripping tightly places significant strain on the arms, shoulders, and lower back; furthermore, prolonged use can cause the back and waist to hunch. Additionally, if physical strength declines and one attempts to rely on the cane by gripping too tightly, the load shifts downward, potentially disrupting the body's center of gravity. Moreover, while severe back pain necessitates walking with an upright back, it is difficult to maintain this posture when using conventional canes.

[0010] In the case of the straight type, since the handle is gripped and the strength of the arms and shoulders is used, prolonged use with force puts strain on the hands and fingers. Furthermore, as physical strength declines, the grip weakens, making it difficult to hold the cane and consequently leading to the problem of easily dropping it.

[0011] The present invention is proposed to solve the problems of such conventional cane handles, and the problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a cane handle with a support so that when a user holds the cane handle with their hand, the lower part of the palm is supported by the little finger support part and the back of the hand support part stably wraps around and supports a part of the back of the hand below the palm, so that even if the handle is held lightly, the user can hold the cane stably without letting go due to the support.

[0012] Another problem that the present invention aims to solve is to provide a walking stick handle having a support structure formed on the lower side of the straight handle that supports the area under the palm (little finger) and part of the back of the hand under the palm, so that when using the walking stick, the handle can be held with the hand and supported and pressed by resting the underside of the palm on it.

[0013] An embodiment of the present invention discloses a cane handle having a support structure formed on the lower side of the straight handle that supports the underside of the palm (little finger) and a part of the back of the hand under the palm.

[0014] The disclosed cane handle comprises a cane handle that is connected to or integrally formed with a cane pole to form a cane, a handle pole for a user to wrap and grasp with their palm, and a handle support that protrudes outward from the handle pole to support the lower part of the user's palm.

[0015] The handle support may include a little finger support portion that extends horizontally from the handle rod and forms a concave portion to support the little finger of the user's hand, and a back of hand support portion that protrudes upward from the end of the little finger support portion and supports a part of the back of the hand inwardly.

[0016] In addition, the handle rod has an internal empty space and a screw through-hole formed on its upper surface, so that a walking stick rod with a screw fastening groove formed therein can be inserted into the empty space and fastened with a screw.

[0017] In addition, the handle rod is configured such that a connecting projection protruding from the bottom is formed, allowing the handle and the cane rod to be connected by inserting the connecting projection into a cane rod in which a connecting space is formed.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the present invention, when using a cane, the little finger support part supports not only the hand but also the lower part of the palm (little finger), so the strength of the arm and shoulder as well as the strength of the hand can be used naturally, and the load applied to the cane can be distributed, and the back of the hand support part wraps around the back of the hand so that the handle can be held comfortably, and the user can use it with their back straight so that back pain can be prevented and the center of the body can be maintained stably.

[0019] In addition, according to an embodiment of the present invention, since the palm and back of the hand are supported and pressed, the force is distributed to the arms and shoulders, allowing the cane to be used more forcefully and reducing the physical burden when climbing slopes. Furthermore, since it is supported by resting on the underside of the palm and part of the back of the hand, the cane is not dropped even when held lightly, thereby reducing fatigue and physical burden on the hands and fingers.

[0020] FIG. 1 is an example of a walking stick having various types of handles,

[0021] FIG. 2 is an example of holding the cane handle shown in FIG. 1.

[0022] FIG. 3 is a conceptual diagram of a cane handle with a support according to the present invention.

[0023] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] FIG. 5 is a combined perspective view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] FIG. 6 is a cross-sectional view of a cane handle according to a first embodiment of the present invention,

[0026] FIG. 7 is an exemplary diagram illustrating the state of holding a cane handle according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] FIG. 8 is an exploded perspective view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] FIG. 9 is a combined perspective view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] FIG. 10 is a cross-sectional view of the combination of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a second embodiment of the present invention,

[0030] FIG. 11 is a side view of a cane handle according to a third embodiment of the present invention,

[0031] FIG. 12 is a first usage state diagram of a cane handle according to a third embodiment of the present invention,

[0032] FIG. 13 is a second usage state diagram of a cane handle according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] The advantages and features of the present invention and the methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described in detail below together with the accompanying drawings.

[0034] However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below but may be implemented in various different forms, and these embodiments are provided merely to make the disclosure of the present invention complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims.

[0035] Specific details for implementing the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings attached below. Regardless of the drawings, identical reference numerals refer to identical components, and "and / or" includes each of the mentioned items and all combinations of one or more.

[0036] Although terms such as first, second, etc. are used to describe various components, it goes without saying that these components are not limited by these terms. These terms are used merely to distinguish one component from another.

[0037] Therefore, it goes without saying that the first component mentioned below may be the second component within the technical scope of the present invention.

[0038] The terms used herein are for describing the embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention. In this specification, the singular form includes the plural form unless specifically stated otherwise in the text. As used herein, "comprises" and / or "comprising" do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other components in addition to the components mentioned.

[0039] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used in this specification (including technical and scientific terms) may be used in a meaning that is commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Additionally, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are not to be interpreted ideally or excessively unless explicitly and specifically defined otherwise.

[0040] Spatially relative terms such as "below," "beneath," "lower," "above," and "upper" may be used to facilitate the description of the relationship between one component and other components as illustrated in the drawings. Spatially relative terms should be understood as encompassing different orientations of components during use or operation, in addition to the orientations depicted in the drawings. For example, if a component depicted in a drawing is inverted, a component described as "below" or "beneath" of another component may be placed "above" of that component. Therefore, the exemplary term "below" may encompass both the lower and upper directions. Components may also be oriented in other directions, and accordingly, spatially relative terms may be interpreted according to the orientation.

[0041] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

[0042] FIG. 3 is a conceptual diagram of a cane handle with a support according to the present invention, where (A) is a schematic side view and (B) is a usage state diagram showing the state of holding the cane handle with a support.

[0043] First, regarding the hand holding the cane, a right-handed person may use the right hand, and a left-handed person may use the left hand; however, in the embodiment of the present invention, it will be explained using the right hand as an example. Also, since the cane is used by wrapping the handle with the palm, the palm side is referred to as the inner side and the back of the hand side as the outer side; the side with the thumb and index finger is referred to as the upper side and the side with the little finger as the lower side; and the lower side of the palm extending from the little finger is referred to as the hypothenar eminence. In the present invention, the handle support (120) mainly serves to support the hypothenar eminence (22) on the upper side and to support the lower side (24) of the back of the hand on the inner side.

[0044] In addition, the cane handle (100) with a base according to the present invention may be connected to a conventional cane pole (200) to form a cane (10) or may be formed integrally with the cane pole (200). The cane pole (200) may be in the form of a single pole, a foldable pole, a multi-stage pole, or any other type of cane pole.

[0045] Referring to FIG. 3, the cane handle (100) with a support according to the present invention is composed of a handle rod (110) for a user to wrap and grasp with their palm as shown in FIG. 3 (A), and a handle support (120) protruding outwardly from the handle rod (110). The handle support (120) is composed of a little finger support part (122) that extends horizontally from the handle rod (110) and forms a concave part (122a) to support the little finger (22), and a back of hand support part (124) that protrudes upward from the end of the little finger support part (122) and supports a part of the back of the hand (24) inwardly.

[0046] The width (w) of the concave portion (122a) of the small finger support portion (122) may have an appropriate size depending on the thickness of the user's hand (20), and may be manufactured with various widths such as large (w1), medium (w2), and small (w3) depending on the user's height or gender.

[0047] Additionally, the thickness (d) of the back of the hand support portion (124) gradually decreases from the base portion (124a) toward the end portion (124b), so that the end portion (124b) may have elasticity, and the end portion (124b) may be extended in a straight line in the vertical direction or extended at a predetermined angle toward the inside or outside. That is, if the end portion (124b) of the back of the hand support portion is inclined toward the inside, it is somewhat inconvenient to insert the hand into the concave portion (122a), but the back of the hand can be stably supported while pushing it further inward, and if the end portion (124b) of the back of the hand support portion is inclined toward the outside, there is an advantage that it is easy to insert the hand into the concave portion (122a). In this way, by designing and manufacturing the shape of the back of the hand support portion (124) in various ways, the user can select the desired design according to their preference or use.

[0048] As shown in (B) of FIG. 3, the cane handle (100) according to the present invention configured in this way allows the little finger (22) of the hand (20) to be placed on the little finger support (122) and the handle rod (110) to be wrapped around the palm, so that the back of the hand support (124) naturally and stably supports the back of the hand (24) of the user's hand inward.

[0049] And the cane handle (100) according to the present invention forms a cane (10) together with a cane pole (200) that has one side in contact with the ground and the other side connected to the cane handle (100), and supports the body weight of the user using the cane (10) to help with hiking or walking or to maintain body balance.

[0050] In this way, when the handle (100) with a support according to the present invention is grasped by placing the lower part of the palm (little finger) over the little finger support part (122) which is formed protruding horizontally on the lower side of the handle rod (110), the little finger support part (122) supports the lower part of the palm (little finger), thereby supporting the hand and arm, and the back of the hand support part (124) stably wraps around the lower part of the back of the hand. Therefore, when using the cane (10) to which the handle (100) of the present invention is applied, not only the hand but also the lower part of the palm is supported, so the strength of the arm and shoulder as well as the strength of the hand can be used naturally, and the load applied to the cane (10) is distributed, and since the back of the hand support part (124) wraps around the back of the hand, the user can use strength stably, making it easy to maintain the center of gravity of the body.

[0051] The cane handle (100) with a base according to the present invention will be described by classifying it into a first embodiment in which the cane handle (100-1) is inserted into the cane pole (200-1) according to the coupling structure with the cane pole (200), a second embodiment in which the cane handle (100-2) is inserted into the cane pole (200-2), and a third embodiment in which hinges (116, 126) are formed on the handle pole and the base so that the handle pole can be unfolded or the handle base can be folded.

[0052] <1st Example>

[0053] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a first embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view of a cane handle according to a first embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 6 is an assembled perspective view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a first embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 7 is an example of use illustrating a state of holding a cane handle according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] Referring to FIGS. 4 to 7, a cane handle (100-1) according to the first embodiment of the present invention is composed of a handle rod (110-1) that can be grasped by a user with the palm and has an empty space (110a) formed inside, and a handle support (120) protruding outwardly from the handle rod (110-1), so that a cane rod (200-1) can be inserted into the empty space (110a) and fastened.

[0055] In addition, the cane handle (100-1) according to the first embodiment of the present invention may be formed by a handle rod (110-1) that can be wrapped and held by a user with the palm, has an empty space (110a) formed inside, and has a screw through hole (112) formed on the upper surface, and a handle support (120) protruding outward from the handle rod (110-1), and may be fastened with a screw (130) after inserting the cane rod (200-1) with a screw fastening groove (202) formed therein into the empty space (110a).

[0056] The handle support (120) is composed of a little finger support part (122) that extends horizontally from the handle rod (110-1) and forms a concave part (122a) to support the little finger (22), and a back of hand support part (124) that protrudes upward from the end of the little finger support part (122) and supports a part of the back of the hand (24) inwardly.

[0057] In addition, the width (w) of the concave portion of the small hand support portion (122) may have an appropriate size according to the thickness of the user's hand as described in FIG. 3 above, and may be manufactured with various widths such as large, medium, and small depending on the user's height or gender. Also, the thickness (d) of the back of the hand support portion (124) may gradually decrease from the base portion (124a) to the end portion (124b), so that the end portion (124b) may have elasticity, and the end portion (124b) may be extended in a straight line in the vertical direction or extended at a predetermined angle inward or outward.

[0058] Additionally, although not shown in the drawing, a handle cap (not shown) with an engraved pattern corresponding to the shape of the fingers for gripping may be fitted onto the handle rod (110-1) to assist in gripping with the palm while concealing the fastened screw (130). Additionally, a base cap (not shown) may be fitted onto the base (120) to improve the tactile sensation, and the handle cap or base cap may have a beautifully formed edge, and may be made of a material such as silicone or rubber that is not harmful to the human body.

[0059] As shown in FIG. 7, the cane (10-1) with the handle (100-1) of the first embodiment has the advantage that the user can use the cane (10-1) while holding it stably with their hand and with their back straight, because the little finger support part (122) supports the little finger (22) of the user's hand (20) and the back of the hand support part (124) supports the back of the user's hand.

[0060] Therefore, when using a cane (10-1) with a handle (100-1) according to the first embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to prevent the back from bending in the case of the elderly and infirm, and in particular, when used by a person with back pain, it is possible to alleviate back pain.

[0061] <2nd Example>

[0062] FIG. 8 is an exploded perspective view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a second embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 9 is an assembled perspective view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a second embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 10 is an assembled cross-sectional view of a cane handle and a cane shaft according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0063] Referring to FIGS. 8 to 10, the cane handle (100-2) according to the second embodiment of the present invention is configured such that the handle (100-2) and the cane pole (200-2) can be connected by inserting the connecting projection (114) into the cane pole (200-2) in which the connecting space (204) is formed, and the handle pole (100-2) and the cane pole (200-2) are configured such that the user can wrap and hold the handle pole (110-2) with the handle pole (110-2) and the cane pole (200-2) can be connected.

[0064] At this time, screw threads and screw grooves are formed in the connecting projection (114) and the connecting space (204) so ​​that they may be connected by screw connection, or they may be connected in various ways such as by an interference fit method, by fixing with a screw after connection, or by forming a hole and connecting with a rivet.

[0065] The handle support (120) is composed of a little finger support part (122) that extends horizontally from the handle rod (110-2) and forms a concave part (122a) to support the little finger (22), and a back of hand support part (124) that protrudes upward from the end of the little finger support part (122) and supports a part of the back of the hand (24) inwardly.

[0066] In addition, the width of the concave portion of the small hand support (122) may have an appropriate size according to the thickness of the user's hand as described in FIG. 3 above, and may be manufactured with various widths such as large, medium, and small depending on the user's height or gender. In addition, the thickness of the back of the hand support may gradually decrease from the base to the end so that the end may have elasticity, and the end may be extended in a straight line in the vertical direction or extended at a predetermined angle inward or outward.

[0067] Additionally, although not shown in the drawing, the handle rod (110-2) may be fitted with a handle cap (not shown) having an engraved pattern corresponding to the shape of the fingers for gripping, to assist in gripping with the palm. Additionally, the base (120) may be fitted with a base cap (not shown) to improve tactile sensation, and the handle cap or base cap may be made of a material such as silicone or rubber that is not harmful to the human body.

[0068] The cane (10-2) to which the handle (100-2) of the second embodiment is applied is identical to the cane (10-1) of the first embodiment described above, except for the combined structure of the handle (100-2) and the cane shaft (200-2), so further explanation is omitted.

[0069]

[0070] <3rd Example>

[0071] FIG. 11 is a side view of a cane handle according to a third embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 12 is a first usage state view of a cane handle according to a third embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 13 is a second usage state view of a cane handle according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

[0072] The third embodiment is a structure in which hinges (116, 126) are formed on the handle rod (110-3) and the handle base (120-3) so that the handle rod (110-3) can be unfolded or the handle base (120-3) can be folded. In the third embodiment, an example was given in which hinges (116, 126) are formed on both the handle rod (110-3) and the handle base (120-3), but as a variation example, a hinge (126) may be applied only to the handle base (120-3) so that the handle rod (110-3) remains fixed and only the handle base (120-3) can be folded and unfolded, or a hinge (116) may be applied only to the handle rod (110-3) so that the handle base (120-3) remains fixed and only the handle rod (110-3) can be folded and unfolded.

[0073] Referring to FIGS. 11 to 13, the cane handle (100-3) according to the third embodiment of the present invention is composed of a handle rod (110-3) that can be grasped by a user with the palm and has a hinge (116) formed at one end, and a handle support (120-3) that protrudes outward from the handle rod (110-3) and has a hinge (126) formed thereon, so that the handle support (120-3) can be folded as shown in FIG. 12 or the handle rod (110-3) can be unfolded as shown in FIG. 13.

[0074] The handle support (120-3) is composed of a little finger support part (122) that extends horizontally from the handle rod (110-3) and forms a concave part (122a) to support the little finger (22), a back of hand support part (124) that protrudes upward from the end of the little finger support part (122) and supports a part of the back of the hand (24) inwardly, and a hinge (126) formed between the little finger support part (122) and the back of hand support part (124) to allow the handle support (120) to be folded.

[0075] As shown in FIG. 12, the cane handle (100-3) of the third embodiment having a hinge has the advantage of being convenient when the size is reduced when the handle support (120-3) is folded upward around the hinge (126) as an axis, so that the protruding length of the handle support (120-3) is reduced when carrying the cane (10-3) without using it or storing it in a bag, etc.

[0076] In addition, the cane handle (100-3) of the third embodiment having a hinge has the advantage that when the handle rod (110-3) is extended downward around the hinge (116) as shown in FIG. 13, the cane handle (100-3) becomes T-shaped, allowing the straight handle to be transformed into a T-shaped handle.

[0077] Therefore, the cane handle (100-3) of the third embodiment can be used as a straight handle and then as a T-shaped handle when necessary, and after use of the cane, the handle base (120-3) can be folded to make it convenient to carry and store.

[0078]

[0079] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention may be implemented in other specific forms without changing its technical concept or essential features. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive.

[0080]

Claims

1. A cane handle (100) that is connected to or integrally formed with a cane pole (200) and constitutes a cane (10), A handle rod (110) for the user to wrap and grip with the palm, and A handle support (120) protruding outwardly from the handle rod (110) to support the lower part of the user's palm, A walking stick handle with a base.

2. In paragraph 1, the handle support (120) is, A little finger support (122) that extends horizontally from the handle rod (110) and forms a concave portion (122a) to support the little finger (22) of the user's hand, and A hand back support (124) that protrudes upward from the end of the above-mentioned small finger support (122) and supports a part of the back of the hand (24) inwardly. A walking stick handle with a base.

3. In paragraph 1 or 2, the handle rod is, A walking stick handle with a support, characterized by having an internal empty space (110a) formed therein so that a walking stick pole (200-1) can be inserted into the empty space (110a).

4. In paragraph 1 or 2, the handle rod is, A walking stick handle with a base, characterized in that a connecting projection (114) protruding from the bottom is formed so as to be inserted into a walking stick pole (200-2) having a connecting space (204) formed therein, thereby allowing the handle (100-2) and the walking stick pole (200-2) to be connected.

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