JP2007325606A - Touch sensitization glove - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a highly functional touch sensitization glove without requiring a lubricant. <P>SOLUTION: The touch sensitization glove 1 has a sensitizing layer 2 and an external cover 3. The sensitizing layer 2 comprises a first film 10 in contact with an object, a second film 12 layered on the first film, and an air inlet 14 for introducing air between the first and second films 10 and 12. The second film 12 is slidable to the first film 10. With this structure, the highly functional touch sensitization glove without requiring a lubricant can be provided. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a glove that sharpens the sense of hand in medical palpation and confirmation of the surface finish state of industrial products.

  In the medical field or the like, palpation is performed for diagnosing a patient's body surface and the state of the body based on the hand feeling. Accurately determining the state of the body by hand will quickly determine the cause of the disease. In addition, since palpation can be performed by the patient himself, it is also meaningful in situations such as self-health checks. For example, in breast cancer screening, it is common to check the state of the chest by hand. In particular, the incidence of breast cancer has increased in recent years, and its early detection has become a very important issue. Breast cancer forms a “lump” when it develops in the chest, so if it can be detected by palpation while the lump is small, mortality can be reduced by early treatment.

  Usually, when the skin is wet or covered with soap, such as during bathing, palpate by hand across the chest and check for the presence of lumps formed in the chest. . This is to reduce the frictional resistance between the hand and the chest so that the situation inside the body can be felt sensitively. On the other hand, in environments other than bathing, friction resistance is generated between the hand and the chest, so that there is a situation where the sensitivity of the hand is lowered and the lump cannot be accurately detected.

In view of this, a pad has been known that makes it possible to detect a lump in the body at an early stage by making the feel of the hand sensitive regardless of the skin condition of the body (see Patent Document 1 below). This pad has a structure in which a lubricating liquid such as silicon or glycol is held in an outer shell (bag) formed of a latex material or a natural rubber material. By moving the hand while holding this pad between the chest and the hand, the friction is reduced by the action of the lubricant, and the chest is palpated through the outer skin of the lubricant and latex material. .
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  However, when the outer skin of the pad is broken by some external impact, there is a problem that the internal lubricating liquid leaks and becomes unusable, and the surroundings become dirty with this liquid. In addition, each material must be selected so that the lubricating liquid does not ooze out from the outer skin, and if the selection is wrong, the lubricating liquid will infiltrate the outer skin and gradually ooze out. .

  Furthermore, when this pad is used in a standing state, the internal lubricating liquid accumulates in the lower part of the outer skin due to gravity, so the lubricating liquid is insufficient from the center to the upper part of the pad, making it difficult to perform palpation. There was a problem.

  In addition, a combination of a silicon-based lubricant or a latex-based skin has a problem that the raw materials themselves are expensive although they have a characteristic that they do not easily infiltrate each other. Therefore, although the needs for the pads themselves are extremely high, they have not yet been widely spread.

  In addition, products with a conventional pad price range (for example, several thousand yen) need to be used repeatedly. For example, when used in a hospital, etc., the product must be sterilized each time. And had problems with hygiene.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a glove that can be manufactured at a very low cost and can be sensitive to the hand.

  The above object is achieved by the following means.

  (1) A sensitizing layer that comes into contact with an object, and an external cover that fixes a hand to the sensitizing layer, and the hand inserted between the sensitizing layer and the external cover through the sensitizing layer. A tactile sensitization glove for detecting fine irregularities of an object, wherein the sensitization layer is in contact with the object, a second film laminated on the first film, and the first film A tactile sensitization glove characterized by comprising an air inlet for introducing air between the film and the second film so that the second film can slide relative to the first film.

  (2) The tactile sensitization glove according to (1), wherein the air inlet is formed along the vicinity of the periphery of the first and second films.

  (3) The tactile sensitization glove according to (1) or (2), wherein the air inlet is formed on the first film side.

  (4) The tactile sensitization glove according to (1), (2) or (3), wherein a base sheet is adhered to the object side of the first film in a peelable state.

  (5) The tactile sensitization glove according to (4), wherein the user is prevented from inserting a hand into the air introduction port by covering the air introduction port with the base sheet.

  (6) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (5), wherein the outer cover is formed with a vent hole for releasing moisture from the hand.

  (7) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (6), wherein the sensitizing layer and the outer cover are made of a transparent material.

  (8) The tactile sensitizing glove according to any one of the above (1) to (7), wherein the sensitizing layer and the outer cover are configured in different colors so that a hand insertion site can be visually confirmed. .

  (9) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (8), wherein the material of the first and second films is a synthetic resin.

  (10) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (9), wherein the material of the first and second films is an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer.

  (11) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (9), wherein the material of the first and second films is polyethylene.

  (12) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of (1) to (9), wherein the material of the first and second films is polytetrachloroethylene.

  (13) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (9), wherein the material of the first and second films is an ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer.

  (14) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of (1) to (13), wherein the durometer indentation D hardness of the first and second films is 36 or less.

  (15) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (14), wherein the first and second films have a thickness of 0.10 mm or less.

  (16) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (15), wherein the stretch ratio of the first and second films is 700% or more.

  (17) In any one of the above (1) to (16), the air inlet formed in the sensitized layer is set to a size that allows insertion of a hand, and the first film and the second film A tactile sensitization glove characterized by being able to be used as a moisturizing glove by inserting a hand in between.

  (18) The tactile sensitization glove according to any one of the above (1) to (17), wherein a sheet material containing fibers is adopted as a material of the outer cover.

  (19) The tactile sensitization glove according to (18), wherein the outer cover is made of a nonwoven fabric material.

  (20) A tactile sensitization glove according to any one of (1) to (19) above, wherein the outer cover material contains an abrasive.

  (21) In any one of the above (1) to (20), a tactile sensitization is characterized in that a separation line subjected to a temporary cutting process is formed on the sensitization layer and the outer cover. Globe.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to obtain a light and compact tactile sensitization glove without worrying about leakage of the lubricating liquid. Further, since the manufacturing cost can be drastically reduced, it can be used for disposable purposes.

  The best mode of the present embodiment will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings.

  1 and 2 show a tactile sensitization glove (hereinafter referred to as a glove) 1 according to a first embodiment of the present invention. In addition, when showing the cross-sectional structure of the globe 1 in FIG. 2, etc., the thickness of the material is exaggerated in order to display the drawing in an easy-to-see manner.

  The globe 1 includes a sensitizing layer 2 that comes into contact with an object, and an outer cover 3 that fixes a hand to the sensitizing layer 2. The sensitization layer 2 and the outer cover 3 are substantially oval as a whole, and a part of the oval is cut off linearly to form an insertion opening 5 for inserting a hand. The periphery of the sensitizing layer 2 and the outer cover 2 is bonded to each other in a bag shape, and a hand is inserted between the sensitizing layer 2 and the outer cover 3 through the insertion opening 5. It has become. Although not particularly shown here, the outer cover 3 is formed with a plurality of ventilation holes for releasing moisture from the hand so as to have a so-called mesh shape so that it can be used comfortably for a long time. In addition, although the oval glove 1 is shown here, other than this, a glove shape in which each finger can be inserted independently and the index finger to the little finger are integrated, but only the thumb is independent. Shapes are also possible.

  The sensitizing layer 2 has a first film 10 that contacts an object and a second film 12 laminated on the first film 10. In addition, an air inlet 14 is formed in the sensitized layer 2 to prevent air from being introduced between the first film 10 and the second film 12 to adhere to each other. Accordingly, the second film 12 can be smoothly moved relative to the first film 10. Specifically, the air inlet 14 is formed in a slit shape at the periphery of the first film 10. By forming the air inlet 14 on the first film 10 side, the air inlet 14 opens on the object side.

  FIG. 3 shows the state of the package when the globe 1 is provided as a product to the user. A paper base sheet 20 is temporarily bonded to the first film 10 side of the globe 1 and can be easily peeled off. The base sheet 20 covers the air inlet port 14 before use, thereby preventing a user from accidentally inserting a hand into the air inlet port 14, and a sensitizing layer via the air inlet port 14. 2 prevents dust, dust, etc. from entering inside. After inserting a hand through the insertion opening 5, the mount 20 is peeled off so that the air introduction port 14 is actually opened, and air is introduced between the first and second films 10 and 12 to use the globe 1. It becomes possible. The base sheet 20 is not limited to paper (mounting paper), and may be a film material or other materials.

  A transparent material is used for the sensitizing layer 2 and the outer cover 3. In this embodiment, a colorless transparent material is used for the sensitizing layer 2 (first and second films 10 and 12), and a pink colored transparent material is used for the outer cover 3. In this way, by making the sensitizing layer 2 and the outer cover 3 different from each other (including a transparent color), the user can visually find the insertion opening 5 into which the hand is inserted. Of course, although the case where the raw material itself was colored was shown here, this invention is not limited to it, You may specify the opening 5 for insertion by printing on each film partially. The first and second films 10 and 12 are made of a synthetic resin material. In particular, here, an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA) film having a thickness of 0.10 mm is used. The thickness is preferably 0.10 mm or less, more preferably 0.03 mm or less. The ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer has good slippage between films, and its softness is also suitable for making the touch feel sensitive. In addition, unlike chlorine-based materials, it also has the advantage that harmful substances are less likely to be generated during disposal. In addition to this, for example, as a synthetic resin material, a polyolefin type such as polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), a polyester type such as polystyrene (PS), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), and polyethylene isophthalate (PEI), It is also possible to use homopolymers or copolymers such as nylon (NY), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer (EVOH), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC), etc. Among these, polyethylene and ethylene vinyl alcohol are desirable materials.

  As the first and second films 10 and 12, those formed by mixing these synthetic resins alone or mixed may be used, or a laminated film obtained by laminating these synthetic resins may be used. Furthermore, in order to provide easiness of slipperiness, antistatic property, etc., the surface of these synthetic resin films may be coated with a known coating agent. Note that the durometer indentation D hardness of the first and second films 10 and 12 is set to 36 (SHORE D) or less, so that the films can be easily slid when sliding the first and second films 10 and 12 relatively. It is bent so that the rigidity of the material itself does not become resistance. The durometer indentation D hardness (SHORE D hardness) is defined in ISO7619, ISO868, and the like, and is a value measured by pushing a measuring needle into the material.

  Moreover, it is desirable to set the stretch rate of the first and second films 10 and 12 to 700% or more, and the film expands and contracts at the time of palpation and can follow the expansion and contraction of the skin. Further, it is desirable that the tear strength when the film thickness is 0.03 mm is set to 2.7 Newton or more. In addition, although the same material as the 1st and 2nd films 10 and 12 is used also for the outer cover 3 from the ease of a manufacturing process, you may use a mutually different material. 4 to 6 schematically show a state where the glove 1 is used for breast cancer screening. As shown in FIG. 4, a hand is inserted between the sensitizing layer 2 and the outer cover 3 to bring the sensitizing layer 2 into contact with the breast N in the chest. For example, the sensitization layer 2 is pressed against the breast N, and the breast N is touched while drawing a circle having a diameter of about 5 to 7 cm using the first joint of the abdomen of three fingers (index finger, middle finger, and ring finger). Specifically, first, the examination is performed while pressing the breast N lightly, and then the examination is performed several times while pushing the breast N slightly stronger, so that the part where the breast N is swelled is also checked in detail.

  When palpating while drawing a circle of about 5 to 7 cm by hand, the fingertip is moved while sliding the second film 12 with respect to the first film 10 as shown in FIGS. As a result, the first film 10 side is in close contact with the skin and integrated with the skin, while the second film 12 is in close contact with the user's hand and integrated with the fingertip. Since air A from the outside is introduced between the first film 10 and the second film 12 through the air introduction port 14, the first film 10 and the second film 12 themselves are in close contact with each other by negative pressure or the like. There is no. As a result, sliding resistance is reduced, and it becomes possible to detect fine irregularities on the surface of the breast N and a lump S existing inside.

  In the glove 1 according to this embodiment, since the first and second films 10 and 12 are directly slid without using a lubricating liquid, there is no concern about liquid leakage and the like, and a reduction in size and weight can be achieved. It becomes possible. For example, in this embodiment, the globe 1 (see FIG. 3) in a state of being attached to the base sheet 20 is folded to a small size, so that the size is about 5 cm square, the thickness is about 2 mm, and the weight is 10 g or less. It becomes possible to distribute in the market in the package state. Conventionally, such a distribution form is impossible because a large amount of lubricating liquid is contained. Moreover, since the air inlet 14 is sealed before use by using the base sheet 20, it is prevented that a hand is mistakenly inserted, and further, dust or the like enters the sensitized layer 2. Therefore, it is possible to obtain a product that is easy to use from the distribution process to the entire use process. In addition, for example, an instruction sheet for manual insertion with an arrow or the like is put in the space between the sensitizing layer 2 and the outer cover 3, and the insertion position of the hand can be positively displayed by the instruction sheet. Is possible. In this case, the instruction sheet is removed at the time of use.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, since the manufacturing cost can be drastically reduced, it can be used as the disposable glove 1. As a result, doctors who perform breast cancer screening every day can also exchange gloves 1 each time compared with the case of directly touching the skin or repeatedly using a shared glove, which is higher for doctors and patients. Hygiene can be maintained.

  Moreover, in this glove | globe 1, since the low pollution polymer raw material is used as a raw material, the pollution generation | occurrence | production at the time of making the glove 1 disposable as mentioned above can also be prevented. In particular, the ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer is very preferable both in terms of function / price, and it is possible to sharpen the tactile sensation.

  In the present embodiment, the case where the sensitizing layer 2 is composed of the two films 10 and 12 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and three or more materials may be laminated. . Moreover, although the case where air was introduced between the 10 films of each other without using the lubricating liquid and the relative movement was smoothly performed was shown, for example, powder such as sicker roll is further added between the first and second films 10 and 12. It is possible to further reduce the frictional resistance by inserting.

Moreover, although the air inlet 14 was shown only when it was formed in the slit shape, this invention is not limited to it, Other shapes may be sufficient. Also, a plurality of small air inlets may be formed, thereby preventing a hand from being erroneously inserted between the first and second films 10 and 12. On the other hand, by setting the air introduction port 14 to a size that can be inserted by a hand, the used glove 1 can be used like a general vinyl glove having water resistance. For example, it can be used as a moisturizing glove by placing it on a hand coated with hand cream or the like.
FIG. 7 shows a globe 101 according to the second embodiment. In this glove 101, the same or similar members or the like as those of the glove 1 shown in the first embodiment will not be described in common by matching the last two digits of the reference numerals in the figure. Explained.

  In this glove 101, the outer cover 103 that fixes the hand to the sensitizing layer 102 is formed of a nonwoven fabric. The nonwoven fabric is a sheet-like material that is bonded without being woven. Specifically, the present glove 101 uses a nonwoven fabric produced by combining synthetic resin fibers. The outer cover 103 is integrated with the sensitizing layer 102 by heat-sealing the outer peripheral edge.

  Since the glove 101 uses a non-woven fabric as a material of the outer cover 103, it can be manufactured at low cost and can achieve both high air permeability and elasticity. Accordingly, it is easy to insert the hand, and sweat / vapor generated from the hand can be discharged to the outside through the external cover 103, so that it can be used more comfortably for a long time. Further, after palpation, the external cover 103 side is applied to the skin, and sweat or powder attached to the skin can be taken into the fibers or the gaps and wiped off. Although the case where a non-woven fabric is employed as the material of the outer cover 103 is shown here, other sheet materials containing fibers such as a woven fabric and a knitted fabric may be used.

  Although not particularly shown here, it is also preferable to mix abrasive particles in the nonwoven fabric of the outer cover 103 or the like. In this way, for example, the surface of an object such as a machine part or a craft can be polished using the external cover 103. At this time, the sensitizing layer 102 side temporarily functions as a cover. As a result, it is possible to check the finishing state using the sensitizing layer 102 while performing the surface finishing process of the parts and the craft with the external cover 103, and thus it can be applied to various uses.

  FIG. 8 shows a globe 201 according to the third embodiment. In this glove 101, with respect to the members that are common or similar to the glove 1 shown in the first embodiment, the common explanation is omitted by matching the last two digits of the reference numerals in the figure, and the differences are mainly described. Explained.

  In this glove 201, as in the second embodiment, the outer cover 203 is made of a nonwoven fabric, and separation lines 250 and 252 are formed on the sensitized layer 202 and the outer cover 203. The separation lines 250 and 252 are preliminarily cut by cutting a part in advance, like perforations, and along the separation lines 250 and 252, the sensitizing layer 202 and the outer cover 203 are provided. Can be easily divided. Specifically, two separation lines 250 and 252 are formed here, but one separation line 250 is a line based on the shape of the nose, and the other separation line 252 is based on the shape of the mouth. It has become an elliptical line. Thereby, the globe 101 can be used as a face mask.

  FIG. 9 shows how the globe 201 is used. The user divides the globe 201 along the separation lines 250 and 252 and first places the globe 201 on the face so that the sensitizing layer 202 touches the skin. At this time, the separation line 250 as the outer shape of the nose is aligned with the nose of the face, and the opening formed by the separation line 252 side is aligned with the mouth of the face so that breathing can be performed. In this way, heat generated from the skin of the face is confined by the sensitizing layer 202, and a high-temperature and high-humidity state can be achieved, and skin metabolism can be activated. At the same time, a hand can be inserted through the insertion opening 205 to simultaneously perform palpation and facial massage. For example, when palpation is performed, the skin surface condition, acne, etc. can be grasped sensitively, and appropriate skin care can be performed at an earlier stage than usual.

  In addition, the external cover 203 made of non-woven fabric is moistened with skin lotion, cosmetic liquid, milky lotion, moisturizing water, etc. so that the external cover 203 touches the skin and the glove 201 is placed on the face. Also good. If it does in this way, it will become possible to supply moisture etc. to skin, and it will become possible to care for skin.

  In the glove 201, the separation lines 250 and 252 are formed in accordance with the nose and the mouth, but the present invention is not limited thereto, and may be a separation line for eyes or other parts. Further, the provisional cutting process is not limited to the case of cutting in an intermittent state like perforations. For example, the sensitizing layer 202 and the outer cover 203 may be in a state where they can be easily divided by reducing the thickness and applying tension, or other methods.

  By the way, in the said embodiment, although the utilization method for medical treatment / treatment purposes, such as a breast cancer examination, was mainly shown, this invention is not limited to it, It is possible to use in every scene which should make a tactile sense sharp. . For example, it can be used for other purposes such as finally checking the surface finish state of an industrial product, or checking the surface unevenness of an art craft.

  In addition to medical purposes such as breast cancer screening, the present invention can be used for industrial products and arts and crafts.

The top view of the glove concerning a 1st embodiment of the present invention. II-II sectional view of FIG. Sectional view showing the packaging state of the glove Sectional drawing which shows the state in which the user's hand was inserted in the glove Principle diagram showing the state of palpating an object with the glove Principle diagram showing the state of palpating an object with the glove The top view of the glove concerning a 2nd embodiment of the present invention. The top view of the glove concerning a 3rd embodiment of the present invention. Sectional view showing usage of the globe

Explanation of symbols

1, 101, 201 Globe 2, 102, 202 Sensitization layer 3, 103, 203 External cover 5, 105, 205 Insertion opening 10, 110 First film 12, 112 Second film 14, 114, 214 Air inlet 250 252 separation line

Claims (21)

A sensitizing layer that comes into contact with an object, and an outer cover that fixes a hand to the sensitizing layer, and the object is inserted through the sensitizing layer by a hand inserted between the sensitizing layer and the outer cover. A tactile sensitization glove that detects fine irregularities of
The sensitizing layer comprises:
A first film in contact with the object;
A second film laminated on the first film;
Introducing air between the first film and the second film, and allowing the second film to slide relative to the first film;
A tactile sensitization glove characterized by comprising. In claim 1,
The tactile sensitization glove characterized in that the air inlet is formed along the vicinity of the periphery of the first and second films. In claim 1 or 2,
A tactile sensitization glove characterized in that the air inlet is formed on the first film side. In claim 1, 2 or 3,
A tactile sensitization glove, wherein a base sheet is adhered to the object side of the first film in a peelable state. In claim 4,
A tactile sensitization glove characterized in that the user is prevented from inserting a hand into the air introduction port by covering the air introduction port with the base sheet. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 5,
A tactile sensitization glove characterized in that a vent for releasing moisture from the hand is formed in the outer cover. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 6.
The tactile sensitizing glove characterized in that the sensitizing layer and the outer cover are made of a transparent material. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 7,
A tactile sensitization glove characterized in that the sensitization layer and the outer cover are configured in different colors so that a hand insertion site can be visually confirmed. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 8.
A tactile sensitization glove characterized in that the material of the first and second films is a synthetic resin. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 9,
A tactile sensitization glove wherein the material of the first and second films is an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 9,
A tactile sensitization glove characterized in that the material of the first and second films is polyethylene. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 9,
A tactile sensitization glove characterized in that the material of the first and second films is polytetrachloroethylene. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 9,
A tactile sensitization glove wherein the material of the first and second films is an ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 13.
A tactile sensitization glove wherein the durometer indentation D hardness of the first and second films is 36 or less. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 14.
A tactile sensitization glove characterized in that the first and second films have a thickness of 0.10 mm or less. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 15,
A tactile sensitization glove wherein the stretch ratio of the first and second films is 700% or more. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 16.
The air inlet formed in the sensitized layer is set to a size capable of inserting a hand,
A tactile sensitization glove characterized by being made available as a moisturizing glove by inserting a hand between the first film and the second film. In any one of Claims 1 thru | or 17,
A tactile sensitization glove comprising a sheet material containing fibers as a material of the outer cover.   The tactile sensitization glove according to claim 18, wherein the outer cover is made of a nonwoven fabric material.   20. The tactile sensitization glove according to claim 1, wherein the outer cover material contains an abrasive. In any of claims 1 to 20,
A tactile sensitization glove, wherein a separation line subjected to a temporary cutting process is formed on the sensitization layer and the outer cover.

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