DE2656714A1 - INCONTINENT TEMPLATE FOR WALKING OR BEDDED PATIENTS - Google Patents

Abstract

In order to improve the handling and anatomical adaptation, the pad (1) has, in the unfolded state, a length-to-width ratio of 2.0 to 3.0, preferably of 2.75. At least in the central region (13), the pad (1) is folded over in the direction of the side of use (3) from both longitudinal sides in a zigzag shape in the longitudinal direction and folded back again. Two fastener strips (15, 15') are arranged at least at one end (14). The absorbent pad preferably consists of a number of layers of creped cellulose wadding which are connected to one another by adhesive strips. <IMAGE>

Description

Incontinent template for

Ambulatory or Bedridden Patients The invention relates to a Incontinent template for ambulatory or bedridden patients who come from a rectangular shape There is an absorbent pad whose use side is covered with a liquid-permeable non-woven fabric and the back of which is covered with a liquid-impermeable film.

It is well known that older people in particular fail to function properly the anus or bladder sphincter, so these patients often are unable to retain metabolic products. To the pollution To avoid the laundry, it is known to put diaper-like templates on the patient, which usually consist of an appropriately constructed and covered absorbent pad, and those either inserted into the pants or with specially cut holders foils are attached. The use of such absorbent pads makes for the affected Patients are a considerable relief; but it brings on the other hand also considerable disagreements.

These discrepancies exist in particular in the case of originals with foil holders in that the films lead to considerable heat build-up, so that decubitus symptoms as a result are almost inevitable. Suction pads that are simply inserted into the pants, however, are often too small to offer the desired level of protection.

It should be remembered that suitable templates do not have transparencies on the body to attach, but with the help of nonwovens or the like. Or to special to grab microporous water vapor permeable foils. The use of such However, fabrics are a financial problem as the templates are changed more frequently must and should therefore be as cheap as possible.

The invention is based on the object of an incontinent pad to create which on the one hand can be produced cheaply and on the other hand Due to its structure, it is also suitable for permanent wear.

To solve this problem, it is proposed that the template in the unfolded State has a length-to-width ratio of 2.0 to 3.0 that both of them Long sides, at least in the middle area, each in a zigzag shape in the direction of the usage side are folded over and folded back again, and that at least one end has two Closure strips are arranged. By the proposed length-to-width ratio it is possible to execute the template in such a way that it enters the affected zones Offers maximum protection, but on the other hand the unaffected body surfaces covered as little as possible. In addition, it is pleasant that the template is received the back and front of the body can be pulled up a certain distance, so that the wearer also receives a subjectively increased feeling of security. on the other hand the hold of the original is only brought about by the mentioned closure strips, thus through relatively small-area structures, which even with permanent support do not lead to a noticeable build-up of heat on the skin.

In principle, absorbent pads are known for the production of children's diapers, which have the aforementioned folding.

However, these known absorbent pads are also at a relative magnification unsuitable for the purpose mentioned here, as they have a length-to-width ratio, which is far below 2.0 and usually takes values from 1.5 to 1.7. Like that Zig-zag folded diapers are described, for example, in US Pat. No. 3,180,335.

Also, pulp absorbent pads belong to the state of the art, which represent a more or less rectangular structure in the unfolded state. Such Templates are described, for example, in US Pat. No. 2,649,859. They have a length-to-width ratio from about 1.0 to 1.2 and are therefore also not for the purpose envisaged here suitable.

The invention is explained in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawing explained. In the context of the description of the drawing there are also other individual features listed which are important and advantageous for the invention and which are therefore are also claimed as essential to the invention.

The figures show: FIG. 1 a perspective view of an incontinent pad in the unfolded state; FIG. 2 shows the template according to FIG. 1 ready for use folded state.

The incontinent template shown, which is included in its complete booklet with 1 is designated, consists of a rectangular absorbent pad 2, the use side 3 with a liquid-permeable nonwoven fabric 4 (shown in cross-dashed lines in Fig. 1) and its back 5 with a liquid-impermeable foil 6 is covered. The film 6 is on the side edges 7; 7t of the suction pad around this led around in order to form a liquid seal laterally in this way. The nonwoven cover 4 and the film 6 are with the help of adhesive strips 8; 8 ' connected with each other. Thin strips of a hot melt adhesive have proven advantageous proven.

In the illustrated embodiment, the suction pad 2 consists of several, about twenty to thirty superimposed layers 9 of creped Cellulose wadding, so-called tissue. To move the layers against relative displacement too secure, they are connected to one another by adhesive strips 10. Here too thin strips of hot melt adhesive have proven their worth.

The length of the original 1 is denoted by 1 in FIG. 1 and the width by b. It is essential in the proposed template that the length-width ratio l / b has a value of 2.0 to 3.0, preferably 2.75. By these dimensions the template gains the advantageous slim shape that can be worn over the long term with at the same time secure template effect as well as the smallest possible heat build-up load of the wearer.

To the shown in Fig. 1 laid flat template in the ready-to-use To transfer state, the two long sides 11 and 12 are folded over. The refolding does not have to must be done the same over the entire length, it must but be carried out at least in the central area 13.

The two long sides 11 and 12 each take as a result of the folding a zigzag shape as shown in FIG. The folding is such that the two long sides are folded over in the direction of the use side 3 and then folded back again. The template also has at least one At the end of 14 each have two closure strips 15; 15 ', which are used to attach the template in the applied state.

To keep the very long template in the pre-folded one even when not in use The folded long sides 11; 12 are to be kept in shape by adhesive patches 16; 16 ' on the usage page 3.

The closure strips 15; 15 'are in a preferred embodiment attached to the template in different ways the closure strip 15 'on top of the folded back strip 17 and the fastener strip 15 is attached to the underside of the folded-back strip 18 is. This arrangement creates a particularly good fit and template, which are not very bulky, so that they are hardly known from outside even in summer can.

The closure strips 15; 1 # 'can basically be made of any suitable material. It is advantageous if these strips are made of ribbons Foil, nonwoven fabric or the like.

are which have adhesive surfaces 19 at their ends. at Disuse are these adhesive surfaces in a known manner with a removable protective film 20 covered.

In the illustrated embodiment, the suction pad 2 is made up of several Tissue layers built up. However, it is also possible to use the absorbent pad of pulp flakes, but then the adhesive strips 10 somewhat Need to be spaced closer to the flakes when in use before shifting and Preserve clumping. In this case it is also necessary to submit the template also to be closed at their ends 14 by transverse adhesive strips.

The proposed incontinent pad can easily be used by the patient can be created by yourself. The best way to do this is to have the template in a chair is placed and the patient is then on the use side of the template puts.

He then picks up the front and rear ends of the original and leads this to the front or Back of the body. The lock is then produced with the help of closure strips 15; 15 ', these with the corresponding opposite ends of the template are glued.

The template is pulled wide apart at its ends, like this that it finally assumes the form shown in FIG. 1 in these areas. In the central area 13 it remains folded, of course, as the template there is carried out between the legs of the patient and also through the adhesive patches 16; 16 'is held together. As already mentioned, the slim shape brings the Advantage of the lowest possible heat build-up. This advantage is with lasting Carrying the templates considerably and is actually a precondition without experience has shown that such templates are reluctant to be used by older people.

Claims (7)

Claims: 1. Incontinent template for ambulatory or bedridden Patient, consisting of a rectangular absorbent pad, the side of which is used with a liquid-permeable nonwoven fabric and its back with a liquid-impermeable Foil is covered, characterized in that the template (i) in the unfolded State has a length-to-width ratio (l / b) of 2.0 to 3.0 that both of them Long sides (1l; 12) at least in the central area (13) each in a zigzag shape Direction of use side (3) are folded over and folded back again, and that on at least one end (14) two closure strips (15; 15 ') are arranged. 2. incontinent pad according to claim 1, characterized in that that the absorbent pad (2) of the template (1) consists of several layers (9) of creped cellulose wadding, so-called tissue. 3. incontinent pad according to claim 1, characterized in that that the layers (9) are connected to one another by adhesive strips (io). 4. incontinent pad according to claim 1, characterized in that that the original (i) in the unfolded state has a length-to-width ratio (l / b) of 2.75. 5. incontinent pad according to claim 1, characterized in that that the two folded over at least in the middle area in the direction of the use side Long sides (11; 12) fixed by adhesive patches (16; 16 ') on the use side (3) are. 6. incontinent pad according to claim 1, characterized in that that the closure strip (15 ') is on top of the folded back strip (17) and the closure strip (ins) on the underside of the folded back strip (18) is attached. 7. to incontinence incontinence template according to claim 1, characterized in, that the closure strips (15; 15 ') wide strips of films, nonwoven fabric or the like. are, which have adhesive surfaces (19) at their ends, which when not in use with a removable protective film (20) are covered.