JP2003038541A - Bath aid for stoma wearing device - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a bath aid for a stoma wearing device which allows a person wearing a stoma wearing device to take a bath comfortably. SOLUTION: The bath aid 1 for a stoma wearing device is provided with a body 2 formed almost in the shape of a cup as a whole and a band member 10 for mounting the body 2 at a specified site of a human body where the stoma wearing device is mounted with the internal side 4 of the body 2 facing it. The body 2 can be housed keeping the wearing device folded inside 4a and recessed parts 8a to 8f are provided to let bath water inside 4a flow in or out in the mounting of the body.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a bathing aid for a stoma appliance for allowing a wearer of the stoma appliance to comfortably take a bath.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art A person who has a stoma such as an artificial anus due to a digestive or urinary system disease or the like needs to have some stoma discharged regardless of the will of the person, before being thrown away. He is wearing a stoma appliance near his lower abdomen where he is formed and spends his daily life. This stoma appliance is usually composed of a stoma bag (pouch) for accumulating excrement, and a skin protective agent (base barrier) that attaches the stoma bag while protecting the skin on the mounting surface. Although it was possible to take a shower while wearing a stoma appliance, it was possible for the stoma appliance to dissolve in the bathtub for a relatively long time because the protective agent melted out because the stoma appliance did not have water resistance. When bathing in the Japanese style of soaking, problems such as the stoma appliance becoming easy to come off after the bath and the body becoming itchy have occurred.

In order to solve such a conventional problem, Japanese Utility Model Registration No. 3025436 proposes a cap for covering the stoma appliance so that the stoma appliance does not get wet when taking a bath. In addition, JP-A-8-131471
In the gazette, waterproof pants for enclosing a stoma bag are proposed. On the other hand, in recent years, a stoma appliance having hot water resistance has been developed, and it becomes possible to immerse the stoma appliance in the bathtub for a relatively long time without exposing the stoma appliance, without using the above-described bathing aid. ing.

[0004]

However, when bathing with the stoma appliance exposed, the stoma bag floats in the bathing water of the bathtub, which not only hinders the operation but also prevents the stoma appliance from coming off. I had to use my nerves. Further, since the stoma bag accumulates excrement, it is visually unpleasant, and there is a problem that it is difficult to relax and enjoy a bath. In order to solve this, a cloth-belt-type bathing aid that covers the stoma bag may be used to prevent the stoma bag from floating in the bathtub, but there is a feeling of pressure due to the entire abdomen being covered, There is a drawback that the openness is impaired.

On the other hand, it is of course possible to use the conventional cap-type or pants-type bathing aid, but since it takes a long time to wear the bathing aid, not only is the feeling of enjoying the bathing diminished, but consumables are replaced. There is a drawback that the economic burden involved is large.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object thereof is to provide a bathing aid for a stoma appliance for allowing a wearer of the stoma appliance to comfortably take a bath. .

[0007]

In order to achieve this object, a bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 1 has a main body whose overall shape is substantially bowl-shaped, and a stoma appliance for the main body. A band member that is worn with the inner surface of the main body facing a predetermined portion of the body where the main body is attached, the main body being capable of being stored with the stoma appliance folded inside. It is characterized in that it is provided with a water passage portion which allows inflow and outflow of bathing water inside the main body.

[0008] Therefore, the main body formed in a substantially bowl shape is attached to a predetermined part of the body to which the stoma appliance is attached by the band member, with the inner surface of the main body facing, and the stoma appliance is folded. The bathing aid is completely attached by storing it inside the main body in this state. When the user wearing the bathing aid in this way squats down in the bathtub filled with the bathing water, the bathing aid is gradually immersed in the bathing water. At this time, the bath water around the main body flows into the inside of the main body through the water passage portion, so that the inside of the main body is filled with the bath water. On the other hand, when standing up to lift from the bathtub, the bathing aid is gradually exposed from the water surface in the bathtub. At this time, the bath water filling the inside of the main body is completely discharged to the outside through the water passage portion.

Therefore, since the stoma appliance is housed in the substantially bowl-shaped main body, the stoma appliance does not float up during the bathing and become an obstacle. Also, when trying to soak in bathing water, the bathing water quickly flows into the inside of the main body through the water passage, so air does not remain inside the main body and the bathing aid floats during bathing. Can be prevented. Also, when the water is lifted from the bath water, the bath water quickly flows out from the inside of the main body to the outside through the water passage, so the bath water does not remain inside the main body, and the weight of the remaining bath water assists the bathing. It is possible to prevent the tool from hanging down. Therefore, the user can enjoy the bath in a relaxed and relaxed state with little awareness of wearing the stoma appliance.

The bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 2 is characterized in that the water passage portion is a notch formed in the peripheral portion of the main body. Therefore, in the mounted state of the main body, an opening is formed between the cutout at the peripheral edge of the main body and the skin, and the inflow and outflow of bathing water inside the main body are allowed through this opening. Therefore, the water passage portion can be formed with an extremely simple structure, and the inflow and outflow of the bath water inside the main body can be performed smoothly and reliably.

In the bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to a third aspect of the present invention, the notch is located at the peripheral portion of the main body and is located at the upper side when the main body is fixed to the body by the band member. It is characterized in that it is formed at each of the lower positions. Therefore, in the mounted state of the main body, an opening is formed between the cutout on the upper side (head side) and the skin and the cutout on the lower side (foot side) and the skin in the peripheral portion of the main body. When immersed in the bathing water, the air inside the main body is discharged mainly through the upper opening, and the bathing water flows mainly inside the main body through the lower opening. On the other hand, when the water is lifted from the bathing water, the bathing water inside the main body is discharged to the outside mainly through the lower opening, and the air mainly flows into the inside of the main body through the upper opening.

Therefore, since the notches are provided at the upper and lower positions when the bathing aid is attached to the peripheral portion of the main body, the resistance due to the air pressure inside the main body is small, and the inflow or outflow of bathing water is extremely small. Done smoothly.

Further, the bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 4 is characterized in that the water passage portion is a through hole penetrating between the inside and the outside of the main body. Therefore,
In the mounted state of the main body, inflow and outflow of bathing water inside the main body are allowed through the through holes. Therefore,
The water passage can be formed with an extremely simple structure, and the inflow and outflow of the bath water inside the main body can be performed smoothly and reliably.

[0014]

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION Embodiments of a bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. As shown in the perspective view of FIG. 1, a bathing aid for a stoma appliance (hereinafter, simply referred to as a bathing aid) 1
It is composed of a main body 2 and a fixing band 10. The main body 2 is a main body portion of the bathing aid 1 which is formed into a bowl shape as a whole. Further, the main body 2 has heat resistance (for example, a heat resistant temperature of 60 degrees Celsius) that does not deform at normal temperatures of bathing water.
It is preferably made of a synthetic resin material such as polypropylene having a density of at least 1 degree), and has an opaque or semi-transparent appearance and is colored in an inconspicuous color such as a skin color.
The size of the main body 2 is preferably about 12 cm in diameter and about 5 cm in height.

More specifically, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 5, the main body 2 comprises an outer side surface 3, an inner side surface 4, a peripheral edge portion 5 and a mounting hole 9. Hereinafter, each of these units will be described with reference to the drawings. 2 is shown in FIG.
A plan view showing the outside of the main body as viewed from the direction of arrow A in FIG.
3 is a bottom view showing the inside of the main body viewed from the arrow B direction in FIG. 1, FIG. 4 is a front view of the main body viewed from the arrow C direction in FIG. 2, and FIG. 5 is an arrow D direction (main body left) in FIG. It is a side view of the main body seen from above. In the main body 2, the front surface shape and the back surface shape are the same, and the right side surface shape and the left side surface shape are the same. The outer side surface 3 is formed in a flat shape only in the uppermost portion 3a and in a curved shape in the other portions, and has a substantially bowl shape as a whole. The uppermost portion 3a is formed flat because the height of the main body 2 is suppressed to a necessary minimum.
This is so as not to disturb the operation such as washing the body when taking a bath.

The inner side surface 4 is formed inward by the thickness of the main body 2 substantially along the shape of the outer side portion 3. The stoma appliance S attached to the stoma formed on the body is stored in the main body inner side 4a surrounded by the inner side surface 4 and the body in a lightly folded state. The peripheral edge portion 5 is a portion that forms the edge of the substantially bowl-shaped main body 2. More specifically, the peripheral portion 5 has convex portions 6a to 6d, corrugated portions 7a and 7b, and a concave portion 8a.
8 f are formed.

The convex portions 6a to 6d are concave portions 8a to 8 to be described later.
It is a portion that has a contour shape protruding relatively to f and is in direct contact with the skin when worn on the body. Each convex portion 6
Each of a to 6d has a gentle curved shape, and its corners are chamfered and rounded. In the mounted state of the bathing aid 1, the protrusions 6a and 6b are located above (head side) and the protrusions 6c and 6d are located below (foot side). The corrugated portions 7a and 7b are formed at positions on the left side (7a) or the right side (7b) in the mounted state of the bathing aid 1, respectively, and are recessed in a rounded V-shape having a rounded shape at each central portion, It is formed in a substantially wavy outline shape as a whole. In this manner, the substantially corrugated portions are formed by the convex portions 6a to 6a.
This is because, like 6d, it is a portion that comes into direct contact with the skin when it is worn on the body, so that the feel when wearing is soft and comfortable. For the same purpose, the corrugated portions 7a, 7b
The corners of the are also chamfered and rounded like the protrusions 6a to 6d.

The recesses 8a to 8f are notches each having a substantially U-shaped contour formed on the peripheral portion 5 and having a depth of about 2 cm and a width of about 1 cm to 2 cm. Recesses 8a-8f
Is provided to allow the inflow and outflow of bathing water into the inside 4a of the main body when the user takes a bath. That is, when the bathing aid 1 is attached to the body, the inner surface 4 is fixed so as to face a predetermined part of the body to which the stoma equipment S is attached. In this state, the convex portions 6a-
6d and the corrugated portions 7a and 7b are in close contact with the skin, but openings are formed between the recesses 8a to 8f and the skin. Therefore, when the user takes a bath, the concave portions 8a to 8f
The inflow or outflow of bathing water in the main body inner side 4a is allowed through the opening formed by. When the bathing aid 1 is attached, the recesses 8a to 8c are located above (the user's head side) and 8d to 8f are located below the user's foot side.

The mounting hole 9 is a through hole formed for mounting the end portion of the fixing band 5. Mounting hole 9
More specifically, when the bathing aid 1 is attached, it is composed of four mounting holes 9a provided on the left side of the main body 2 and four mounting holes 9b provided on the right side.
The mounting holes 9 are provided at a height before and after the innermost part of the cutouts in the recesses 8a to 8f in order to hold down the stoma appliance during bathing and prevent lateral shake.

The band member 10 is a stretchable band-shaped member for detachably mounting the main body 2 on the body. The band member 10 is configured by connecting several rubber bands 11 and one ring (clasp) 12, and both ends are attached to the attachment holes 9 a and 9 b of the main body 2, respectively. The number of the rubber bands 11 is set to an appropriate number according to the waist size of the user and the strength of the rubber. The rubber band 11 has a thickness of 1.1 mm which is generally commercially available,
It is preferable to use one having a width of 3 mm. If the rubber band 11 deteriorates due to repeated use, it may be replaced with a new one as appropriate. The ring 12 is round and has no corners so as not to get caught in a towel or the like when taking a bath.

Next, the method of mounting the bathing aid 1 on the body and the action of each part during bathing will be described. First,
The user who is the wearer of the stoma appliance extends the elastic band member 10 with both hands and expands it, and passes through the body from the head or foot, and as shown in each figure of FIG. 1 is moved to a predetermined part (for example, lower abdomen) of the body to which the stoma appliance is attached.

Next, as shown in FIG. 7, the stoma bag S1 attached to the stoma via the skin protecting material S2 is lightly folded so that the inner surface 4 faces the body (stoma), that is, the stoma bag. The stoma bag S1 is housed inside the main body 4a while covering the main body 2 on the S1. still,
FIG. 7 is a sectional view taken along the line EE in FIG. At this time, if the rubber band 11 of the fixing band 10 is twisted, the wearing of the bathing aid 1 is completed by appropriately adjusting. With the bathing aid 1 attached, the stoma bag S1
Since it is lightly folded as described above, it can store a small amount of gas and excretions discharged during bathing,
Users can enjoy bathing with peace of mind.

Next, the user wearing the bathing aid 1
When you crouch in a bathtub filled with bathing water, the input aid 1 is gradually dipped in the bathing water along with a predetermined part of the body to which the stoma appliance is attached. At this time, the bathing water in the bathtub mainly flows into the inside 4a of the main body through the openings of the recesses 8d to 8f on the lower side (foot side), and the air inside the main body 4a mainly moves to the upper side (head side). ) Recesses 8a-8
It is discharged through the opening of c (see FIG. 6A).

Therefore, the inside of the main body 4a surrounded by the inner portion 4 of the main body 2 and the body is quickly filled with the bath water, so that air does not remain in the inside 4a of the main body and the main body 2 remains in the bath water. Can be prevented from rising. Further, since the stoma bag S1 is securely housed inside the main body inside 4a by the inner portion 4 of the main body 2, the stoma bag S1 does not float up. Next, when the user who was immersed in the bath water in the bathtub tried to lift it from the bathtub,
The input assisting tool 1 is exposed from the water surface together with a predetermined part of the body to which the stoma appliance S is attached. At this time, the bathing water that has flowed into the inside 4a of the main body is mainly the lower recesses 8d to 8f.
While flowing out to the outside through the opening of, the surrounding air mainly flows into the inside 4a of the main body through the openings of the upper recesses 8a to 8c (see FIG. 6B).

Therefore, when the user lifts from the bathtub, the bathing water that has flowed into the inside 4a of the main body while being immersed in the bathing water inside the bath quickly and reliably flows out to the outside. The bath water does not remain in 4a, and the weight of the bath water causes the body 2
Is prevented from hanging. Therefore, the user can lift up from the bathtub with almost no awareness of wearing the stoma appliance and the bathing aid 1. After using the bathing aid 1, wash it lightly and wipe it with water. In addition, in the said embodiment, the recessed parts 8a-8f correspond to the water passage part and notch of this invention.

In this way, the above-described bathing aid 1 for the stoma appliance can prevent the stoma appliance S from floating in the bathing water of the bathtub. In addition, since the bathing water quickly flows into the inside 4a of the main body through the recesses 8a to 8f when it is about to be immersed in the bathing water, air does not remain in the inside 4a of the main body, and a bathing aid during bathing. 1 can be prevented from rising. In addition, when frying from the bathing water,
Since the bathing water quickly flows out from the inside 4a of the main body through 8f, the bathing water does not remain on the inside 4a of the main body, and the bathing aid 1 can be prevented from hanging down due to the weight of the remaining bathing water. . Therefore, the user can enjoy the bath in a relaxed and relaxed state with little awareness of wearing the stoma appliance.

Further, since the main body 2 is made of an opaque or translucent resin material, the excrement accumulated in the stoma bag S1 cannot be seen from the outside, so that the user himself as well as the surroundings in a public bathhouse. The person does not feel uncomfortable. Moreover, since the main body 2 is colored in a flesh color,
Not noticeable even when used in public baths. Further, since the band member 10 is composed of the rubber band 11 and the ring 12 and is expandable and contractible, there is an advantage that it can be easily attached and detached and is not easily displaced.

The main body 2 and the ring 12 can be used semipermanently until physical damage occurs. On the other hand, the rubber band 11 is a consumable item, but since it is a commercially available inexpensive rubber band, it has an advantage that the economical burden is extremely small. The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

For example, in the above embodiment, the inside 4a of the main body
A notch (recess) was formed in the peripheral edge portion 5 as a water passage portion that allows the inflow and outflow of bathing water in the above. However, like the main body 31 of the first modification shown in FIG. Through hole 3 penetrating between the inner side surface 4 and the outer side surface 3 of 31
You may form 2 in one place or multiple places. Through hole 32
Since the inflow and outflow of the bath water in the inside 4a of the main body are smoothly performed, the same action and effect as those of the above-described embodiment can be obtained. In addition, in the first modification, the through hole 32 corresponds to the water passage portion of the present invention.

Further, the main body 41 of the second modification shown in FIG.
As described above, a large number of through holes 42 may be formed in a mesh shape in the substantially entire body 41. In the second modification,
Since the through hole 42 is formed in a wide area on the main body 41, the inflow and outflow of the bathing water in the inner side 4a of the main body can be made smoother. In addition, in the second modification, the through hole 42 corresponds to the water passage portion of the present invention. Further, in the above embodiment, the band member 10 is composed of the plurality of rubber bands 11 and the ring 12, but it may be composed of one rubber tube or a wide rubber band. In short, any member that can fix the main body 2 to the body may be used.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, the portions of the peripheral edge portion 5 of the bathing aid 1 that are on the left and right sides when worn on the body are corrugated portions 7a and 7b having corrugated contours.
However, the shape is not limited to this. For example, only the corners may be rounded and the others may be flat. In short, the contour of the peripheral portion 5 may be any shape that gives a soft feeling to the skin. Further, in the above-described embodiment, the main body 2 is colored in a flesh color, but by coloring it in a user's favorite color such as red or blue, the bathing aid can be attached to the bathing aid while satisfying the sense of play of a fashion sense. May be. Furthermore, the materials, shapes, sizes, and the like of the respective members of the bathing aid 1 of the above embodiment are merely examples, and it goes without saying that they can be appropriately modified and implemented.

[0032]

As described above, according to the bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 1 of the present invention, since the stoma appliance is housed by the substantially bowl-shaped body, the stoma appliance floats during bathing. And it has the effect of not getting in the way. Also, when trying to soak in bathing water, the bathing water quickly flows into the inside of the main body through the water passage, so air does not remain inside the main body and the bathing aid floats during bathing. This has the effect of preventing this. Also, when the water is lifted from the bath water, the bath water quickly flows out from the inside of the main body to the outside through the water passage, so the bath water does not remain inside the main body, and the weight of the remaining bath water assists the bathing. It is possible to prevent the tool from hanging down. Therefore, the user can enjoy the bath in a relaxed and relaxed state with little awareness of wearing the stoma appliance.

According to the bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 2, the water passage portion can be formed with an extremely simple structure, and the inflow and outflow of the bathing water inside the main body can be carried out smoothly and reliably. It has the effect of being performed. Also,
According to the bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 3,
Since the notches are provided at the upper and lower positions when the bathing aid is attached to the peripheral portion of the main body,
The resistance due to the air pressure inside the main body is small, and the inflow or outflow of bathing water is made extremely smooth.

According to the bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 4, the water passage portion can be formed with an extremely simple structure, and the inflow and outflow of the bathing water inside the main body can be carried out smoothly and reliably. It has the effect of being made.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a plan view showing the outside of the main body as seen from the direction of arrow A in FIG.

FIG. 3 is a bottom view showing the inside of the main body as viewed from the direction of arrow B in FIG.

FIG. 4 is a front view of the main body viewed from the direction of arrow C in FIG.

5 is a side view of the main body viewed from the direction of arrow D in FIG.

FIG. 6 is a view showing a state in which a bathing aid is attached to the body, where (A) shows the flow of bathing water and air when immersed in bathing water, and (B) shows the bathing water when being lifted from the bathing water and The flow of air is represented schematically.

FIG. 7 is a sectional view taken along line EE in FIG.
This figure shows the stoma equipment stored in the bathing aid.

FIG. 8 is a front view showing a first modified example of the main body.

FIG. 9 is a front view showing a second modified example of the main body.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 Bathing aids for stoma appliances 2 body 4 Inside surface 4a Inside the body 5 Peripheral part (main body peripheral edge) 8a to 8f Recessed portion (water passage portion, notch) 10 band members 31 body (first modification) 32 Through hole (water passage part) 41 body (second modification) 42 Through hole (water passage part)

Claims (4)

[Claims] 1. A main body having a substantially bowl shape as a whole, and a band member for mounting the main body on a predetermined portion of a body to which an ostomy appliance is attached, with the inner surface of the main body facing the body. The main body is provided with a water passage portion capable of accommodating the stoma appliance in a folded state inside the main body, and allowing the inflow and outflow of bathing water inside the main body at the time of mounting. A bathing aid for stoma appliances. 2. The bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 1, wherein the water passage portion is a notch formed in the peripheral portion of the main body. 3. The cutouts are formed in the peripheral portion of the main body at an upper position and a lower position when the main body is fixed to the body by the band member, respectively. The bathing aid for a stoma appliance according to claim 2. 4. The water passage portion is a through hole that penetrates between the inside and the outside of the main body.
Bathing aid for stoma appliances as described in.