Ribbed Edging Compression Garment for Pelvic Support
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing body garments for support and compression, such as sports shorts and sacroiliac joint belts, are often uncomfortable, unsightly, and inadequate for providing targeted support to the pelvic and lower back regions, especially during pregnancy or sports activities, and can cause chafing and bulging issues.
Innovation Solution
A support and compression garment with a ribbed edging, integrated gusset, and adjustable compression belt system, made from a material with sufficient elastane content, designed to provide targeted support and compression to the pelvic and lumbar regions, accommodating varying body shapes and activities, including pregnancy and sports.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional elastic bands with Velcro fasteners are worn to provide compression and support, then good compression and support are achieved, but the bands are large, bulky, uncomfortable, and cause chafing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by creating a garment where only specific portions (waistband, support portions) provide compression and support, while other areas remain comfortable and skin-friendly. The support portions are strategically positioned to target specific body regions without causing chafing across the entire garment surface.
Solution Approach 2:
The garment is segmented into different functional zones: a waistband for pelvic support, support portions for compression, and comfortable fabric areas for skin contact. This segmentation allows each zone to perform its specific function optimally without compromising overall comfort.
2Strength
If traditional elastic bands are made wide to provide good compression, then compression effectiveness improves, but the bands become unsightly and uncomfortable to wear
Solution Approach 1:
The support portions are designed with specific dimensional characteristics that provide effective compression only where needed, while the rest of the garment maintains a sleek, aesthetically pleasing profile. This local differentiation allows the garment to be both functional and visually appealing.
3Strength
If support garments are designed to provide targeted compression to pelvic region, then support effectiveness improves, but the garments become complex and difficult to fit
Solution Approach 1:
The garment design incorporates universal features such as elastic waistbands and stretchable support portions that can accommodate various body types and activities. The same basic structure provides support for pregnancy, sports, and recovery, reducing the need for multiple specialized garments.
4Ease of operation
If existing support shorts are made resilient for sport activities, then support during movement improves, but they cause chafing and are impractical for contact sports
Solution Approach 1:
The garment uses different material properties in different locations: resilient materials in support portions for movement support, and smooth, low-friction materials in contact areas to prevent chafing. This local differentiation resolves the contradiction between movement support and chafing prevention.
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 garment offers comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, and effective support and compression to targeted areas, replicating the body's stabilizing systems, allowing for adjustable compression levels and locations, suitable for various activities without requiring technical expertise for fitting.
Implementation Method 1
made from a material with sufficient elastane content
Data Source
AI summary
A support and compression garment (10) including a body (11) having at least one support and compression portion (32) for providing support and compression to at least one targeted region of a person's body and at least one support and compression member (70) associated with the at least one support and compression portion (32) for increasing the amount of support and compression. Garment (10) may have a plurality of support and compression portions, and the level of support and compression by the portions may be varied as desired.