Nasal Compression Device With Wire Frame And Medication Sponges
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Solution Overview
Problem
Nosebleeds are commonly mismanaged due to improper compression techniques and inadequate education on the use of medications, leading to difficulties in consistently applying necessary pressure to stop bleeding, especially in children and the elderly.
Innovation Solution
A nasal compression device with a wire frame and attached nasal sponges that apply pressure to the lateral side surfaces of the nose, allowing for hands-free use and incorporating medication to aid in bleeding control, while not obstructing the mouth or eyes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual compression is applied to treat nosebleeds, then bleeding control can be achieved, but consistent pressure application is difficult due to arm fatigue and lack of supervision
Solution Approach 1:
The nasal compression device is designed to maintain compression automatically once applied. The device includes a compression element that exerts pressure on the nasal passage and a retention mechanism that holds the compression in place without requiring continuous manual intervention, allowing the device to serve itself in maintaining therapeutic pressure.
Solution Approach 2:
The device introduces an intermediary mechanical structure between the user's initial action and the therapeutic effect. The compression device acts as a mediator that converts a brief application force into sustained compression through its mechanical retention mechanism, eliminating the need for continuous arm pressure.
2Reliability
If compression device is designed to apply pressure to lateral side surfaces of the nose, then effective hemorrhage control is achieved, but the device may obstruct the user's mouth and/or eyes
Solution Approach 1:
The compression device is designed with localized pressure application points that target specifically the lateral side surfaces of the nose where bleeding vessels are located. The compression element is positioned and shaped to concentrate force on the precise anatomical region needed for hemorrhage control, while the overall device geometry ensures it does not extend to obstruct the mouth or eyes.
3Reliability
If nasal sponges are inserted into nasal passages for medication delivery, then bleeding control is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device merges multiple functions into a single integrated structure. The compression element and the nasal sponge are combined into one device that simultaneously provides mechanical compression to the nasal passage and delivers medication through the sponge. This integration eliminates the need for separate compression and medication delivery devices, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The device provides effective, hands-free nasal compression and medication delivery to control nosebleeds, ensuring consistent pressure application and reducing the need for constant supervision, thereby improving hemorrhage control and reducing emergency room visits.
Implementation Method 1
The end sections are biased inward so that they are at an acute angle with respect to the middle section. The end sections are spread apart to be wider than the user's nose, and the device is slid upward on the user's face so that the nasal sponges enter the user's nasal passages. The end sections are then released so that they return inward to a pinch position where they pinch the upper lateral side surfaces of the user's nose.
Implementation Method 2
The nasal sponges can be pre-treated with medication and/or materials to further stop the nosebleed.
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AI summary
A nose compression device for treating a nosebleed of a person. The device includes a wire frame having a straight middle section and two end sections angled with respect to the middle section. The device also has a body attached to the wire frame, and two nasal sponges attached to the body for insertion into the person's nasal passages. The end sections are wider than the user's nose, and the device is slid upward on the user's face so that the nasal sponges enter the user's nasal passages. The end sections are then bent inward to a pinch position where they pinch the upper lateral side surfaces of the user's nose. The nasal sponges can be pre-treated with medication to further stop the nosebleed. Ice pack may also be provided that extends over the compression device. The combination of compression, medication, and cooling facilitate treatment of the nosebleed.