DE102009014220A1 - Bandage for immobilizing limb for external mechanical fixation of bone fracture, has decorative layer consisting of pigmented paper cellulose material, which is attached by compound layer bonded to bandage - Google Patents

Abstract

The bandage has a decorative layer consisting of a pigmented paper cellulose material, which is attached by a compound layer bonded to the bandage. The compound layer consists of a lacquer e.g. aqueous copolymer dispersion, consisting of Plexiglas(RTM: Poly methyl methacrylate) base or water base. The bandage consists of gypsum, thermoplastic plastic material, and polyurethane hard foam. The compound layer is applied by a brush, and a gemstone i.e. crystal, is applied to the decorative layer on the bandage. An independent claim is also included for a method for bringing a decorative layer on a bandage for immobilizing a body part.

Description

The Invention relates to a dressing for immobilizing body parts, in particular limbs, wherein the bandage has a decorative layer, and a method of applying a decorative layer a dressing applied to a body part for immobilization of body parts, in particular limbs.

associations to immobilize body parts are usually for external mechanical fixation of a fracture created. As further indications for the creation of a Association apply z. B. immobilization and / or pain relief in severe Strains and bruises, as well as after surgical treatments of Tendons and torn ligaments. Most such associations created on the extremities. Often such Dressings made of plaster, but also plastic materials, z. As thermoplastic materials or rigid polyurethane foams and the like., Are used. Common is all such associations however, that they have a visually less attractive outer layer exhibit.

Out the prior art is basically known, immobilizing To provide bandages with removable covers; in the Commercially available are about cases of the company Smart Cast Ltd made of dyed cotton material for decoration of plaster casts.

Also from the US 2006/0287623 A1 It is known to provide plaster casts with removable protective covers made of cotton or cotton / polyester mixture to prevent damage to furniture, robe or the like. By sharp edges of the dressing.

in the The prior art is also known, an immobilizing dressing provided with a partial padding. A commercially available product the company Lohmann & Rauscher In this case, the padding means a strip-shaped Adhesive application of polyacrylate to connect with the cast.

To beautify the outer layer or to prevent contamination of the garment of a wearer of a plaster cast, is also from the JP 2004160127 A It is known to draw a tubular outer layer consisting of dyed synthetic fibers over a plaster cast, said tubular outer layer then shrinking together by the application of hot air and thus held on the plaster cast.

Furthermore, is from the DE 689 08 303 T2 It is known to coat a plaster cast to prevent gypsum wetting, wherein a nonwoven web of heat shrinkable fibers is loosely wrapped around the bandage and then subjected to a heat treatment so that the heat-shrunk coating is tight against the bandage. Such decorative layers are thus time-consuming and costly both in production and in the attachment.

Special designs of decorative casings for plaster casts are from the USD 395,087 S1 , of the USD 549,348 S1 as well as the USD 383,492 S1 known.

Furthermore, is from the DE 836 550 B a method for the production of plaster bandages known, wherein the gypsum compound is mixed with a dye to identify the special properties of the plaster such as hardness or the like.

Moreover, it is from the DE 103 01 835 A1 It is known to individually print the wound dressing on different patches for optical enhancement and to secure it to the skin with a transparent fixation foil.

aim the present invention, however, it is a bandage or a To provide method of the type mentioned, at or with which in a simple way the visual appearance permanently is improved.

According to the invention this is achieved in that the decorative layer of a colored paper cellulosic material which is cured by means of a cured on the dressing Connecting layer is attached.

By the application of a dyed paper cellulosic material, d. H. wood pulp, existing decorative layer can in the simplest way the visual appearance of Immobilisierungsverbänden be improved. Here, the paper cellulosic material, i. H. usually a napkin, with the desired Motif by means of the so-called napkin technique on the bandage attached.

In order to easily and reliably secure the paper cellulosic material to the dressing, it has been found to be advantageous if the bonding layer consists of an acrylic or water based paint. In particular, it is advantageous if the paint is an aqueous copolymer dispersion based on acrylate. With the decoration layer of a colored paper cellulosic material, a variety of materials can be provided, and it is particularly advantageous if the dressing of plaster, a thermoplastic material or poly urethane foam consists.

The Method of the initially mentioned kind is characterized in that that one of a colored paper cellulosic material existing decorative layer by means of a bonding layer the dressing is attached. With the invention The method can thus be easily compared to conventional ones Associations improved appearance be achieved.

Around reliably attach the decorative layer to the dressing, It is beneficial if a tie layer on the dressing is applied before the decorative layer placed on the dressing becomes.

Furthermore, is to peel off the decorative layer in the edge area to prevent or to form a certain protective layer of Advantage if a tie layer on the on the bandage already applied decorative layer is applied.

Around a uniform application of the bonding layer To ensure it is beneficial if the tie layer is brushed open with a brush.

Regarding a simple and functional expedient it is advantageous if the dressing consists of at least one aqueous Plaster bandage, made of thermoplastic material or rigid polyurethane foam is made, which (r / s) after application to a Body part hardens.

Around an intimate connection between the decorative layer and the bandage To achieve it is convenient if the decorative layer is placed on the dressing before the dressing is fully cured is.

Provided starting from a center of the decorative layer, the decorative layer is pressed on the outside of the bandage, can reliably wrinkle the decorative layer be avoided. Here, the decorative layer can also help of the brush are painted.

Around to further improve the visual appearance of the bandage or for an end user in a simple way a distinguishing feature to provide that the decorated bandage is one after produced by the process according to the invention Dressing, it is convenient if a gemstone or the like, in particular a crystal, in addition to the Decorative layer is applied to the dressing.

The Invention will be described below with reference to a preferred embodiment, however, it should not be limited to, in detail explained.

at A preferred embodiment is first from an aqueous plaster bandage a medical cast produced. After a short drying time of about 10 to 15 Minutes will be on the not yet fully cured Casting a bonding layer for fixing a decorative layer applied. For the bonding layer is a paint / adhesive unit used, which is an aqueous copolymer dispersion acrylate or water-based, which as a so-called napkin adhesive commercially available; z. B. can as a connecting layer under the trade name "Hobby Line Art Potch lacquer & glue" available Napkin glue can be used by the company C. Kreul GmbH & Co KG. To apply The compound layer becomes a brush with fine, soft hair used, with the preferred width of the brush about 15 mm and the length of the brush hair is about 20 mm.

When Decoration layer become the bottom of a paper napkin two layers removed, leaving only the top one with a decorative one Motif provided location remains. Advantageously This situation by hand torn, as hereby a more attractive Appearance achieved as with a cut edge course can be. Subsequently, the decoration layer on the painted with the bonding layer surface of Plaster applied. Advantageously, the decorative layer pressed from the center to the outside to prevent any wrinkling.

Subsequently Again, a tie layer on the already applied to the plaster Applied decoration layer, with particular emphasis on it pay attention that the edge areas are covered with the connection layer, to prevent detachment after the drying time. The Dehydration time of the tie layer is about 15 Minutes. After this dehydration time appears by means of the Decorative layer applied motive on like a gem the surface of the (gypsum) dressing.

Finally can further enhance the visual appearance the plaster cast or a small gem, for example a small artificial topaz, zirconia, or the like in the area the decorative layer are applied.

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Cited patent literature

• US 2006/0287623 A1 [0004]
• - JP 2004160127 A [0006]
• - DE 68908303 T2 [0007]
• US 395087 S1 [0008]
• US 549348 S1 [0008]
• - USD 383492 S1 [0008]
• - DE 836550 B [0009]
• - DE 10301835 A1 [0010]

Claims (14)

A dressing for immobilizing body parts, in particular limbs, the dressing having a decorative layer, characterized in that the decoration layer consists of a dyed paper cellulosic material which is fastened by means of a bonding layer cured on the dressing. Bandage according to claim 1, characterized in that that the compound layer of an acrylic resin or water-based existing paint exists. A dressing according to claim 2, characterized that as the paint, an aqueous copolymer dispersion based on acrylate is provided. A dressing according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized characterized in that the dressing is made of plaster. A dressing according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the dressing is made of a thermoplastic material consists. A dressing according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized characterized in that the bandage is made of rigid polyurethane foam. Method for applying a decorative layer on a bandage applied to a body part Immobilization of body parts, in particular limbs, characterized in that one of a colored Paper cellulosic material existing decoration layer by means of a Connecting layer is attached to the dressing. Method according to claim 7, characterized in that that a tie layer is applied to the dressing before the decorative layer is placed on the dressing. A method according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that a tie layer on the already applied to the dressing Decorative layer is applied. Method according to one of claims 7 to 9, characterized in that the connecting layer by means of a Brushes is painted on. Method according to one of claims 7 to 9, characterized in that the association of at least one aqueous plaster bandage, made of thermoplastic material or a rigid polyurethane foam is produced, which (r / s) hardens after application to a body part. Method according to claim 11, characterized in that that the decoration layer is placed on the dressing before the dressing is completely cured. Method according to one of claims 7 to 12, characterized in that starting from a center of the decoration layer the decoration layer is pressed outwards onto the dressing. Method according to one of claims 7 to 13, characterized in that a gemstone or the like., In particular a crystal, in addition to the decorative layer on the dressing is applied.