JP2008061654A - Toe supporter - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a toe supporter allowing a user to comfortably use it for a long period of time without requiring washing, etc. <P>SOLUTION: The toe supporter 10 is a sheet-laminated body with a plurality of layers of paper or fabric sheets 12. The respective sheets 12 are stuck to each other with an adhesive which is not indicated. One surface of the toe supporter 10 is corrugated. The recesses B between corrugations are formed with widths W1-W3 according to the thickness of respective toes. The toe supporter 10 is used with the toes inserted into the corresponding recesses B and with the corrugations A held between adjacent toes. After using the toe supporter for appropriate time, the sheet 12 on the front layer is released and a new sheet 12 on the new layer is exposed. In this way, the toe supporter is repeatedly used. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2008,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a toe supporter that holds adjacent toes apart from each other.

  Widely used toe supporters that reduce foot fatigue by moderately compressing and stimulating the toes (hereinafter sometimes referred to simply as fingers) and the fingers as health goods for the feet Has been.

There are various types of toe supporters. For example, a type in which one side of a hard sponge is formed in a wave shape and a finger is inserted into a recess between the waves is often used.
In addition, for example, for the purpose of correcting hallux valgus or the like, a type that is used in a state in which one end of an annular part wound around a finger or a band part interposed between fingers is wound around an ankle and pulled, Some types are equipped with multiple rings independent of the finger or connected rings. Furthermore, there is a type in which a toe supporter is impregnated with an appropriate drug for the purpose of reducing foot odor or treating athlete's foot or scabies.

Among the above-mentioned various types of toe supporters, those that are used in a state where one end of a ring part wound around a finger or a band part inserted into a finger ring is pulled around an ankle and pulled for treatment are so-called health goods. However, it is not always suitable for easy use. In addition, in a type in which a plurality of rings independent of a plurality of fingers or a type in which linked rings are attached, an operation for attaching the rings to individual fingers is complicated.
In addition, as a unique type for treating ringworm on the foot, a toe separator has been proposed in which a hole corresponding to the toe is provided in a piece of paper impregnated with a drug, and the toe is inserted into the hole and used. According to this, it is said that the stuffiness of the affected part can be reduced (see Patent Document 1). In this case, since it is difficult to use a piece of paper as it is in terms of strength, it is illustrated that a piece of paper is used by being folded a plurality of times. However, this toe separator is inferior when used as a health goods because it has a poor fit and is used for treatment.

Compared to these types, the one side of the above-mentioned hard sponge is formed in a wave shape, and the type used by inserting a finger into the concave portion of the wave is preferable in that it can be easily used as health goods. is there.
In addition, for the purpose of easily using as health goods, a finger massage supporter has been proposed in which an incision is made in an elastic flat cloth and a finger is inserted into the incision. It is said that it is superior in usability compared to a type in which a plurality of independent rings are attached to a plurality of fingers (see Patent Document 2). However, this finger massage supporter has a unique advantage due to its elasticity when compared to a type in which one side of the above-mentioned firm sponge is formed in a wave shape and a finger is inserted into the concave portion of the wave. However, it is clear that the feeling of wearing is different and the effect obtained is also different.
JP 2006-110283 A JP 2000-83990 A

  However, when the above-mentioned hard sponge has one surface formed in a wave shape and a finger is inserted into the concave portion of the wave, it is necessary to perform cleaning if it is fouled by repeated use. Handling is complicated. In addition, even if it does not appear to be contaminated due to external appearance and does not require washing, it absorbs sweat generated from the toes, which is undesirable for hygiene and eliminates stuffiness The effect to do is also insufficient.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a toe supporter that can be suitably used for a long period of time without requiring a washing operation or the like.

  The toe supporter according to the present invention is formed by forming at least one surface of a sheet laminate in which a plurality of paper or cloth sheets are laminated with an adhesive material into a plurality of corrugations, and the toes are placed in the recesses between the corrugations. It is characterized by being used.

  The toe supporter according to the present invention is characterized in that each layer of the sheet is impregnated or coated with a drug.

  Moreover, the toe supporter according to the present invention is characterized in that the sheet laminate is formed in a corrugated plate shape, and a support piece is inserted into a concave portion on a surface opposite to the one surface.

  In the toe supporter according to the present invention, the sheet laminate is formed in a corrugated plate shape, and has a concavo-convex shape corresponding to the concavo-convex shape of the opposite surface on the surface opposite to the one surface. It is characterized by providing the plates closely.

  Further, the toe supporter according to the present invention is characterized in that a double-sided tape is further adhered to the surface opposite to the one surface.

  Since the toe supporter according to the present invention is a sheet laminate in which a plurality of layers of sheets are laminated with an adhesive material, after use for a certain period of time, the surface layer is easily peeled off to expose a new layer, thereby cleaning. It can be suitably used over a long period of time without requiring operation or the like. Further, since the sheet is made of paper or cloth, the sheet has excellent hygroscopicity, and a dry wearing feeling can be obtained.

  A preferred embodiment (hereinafter referred to as this embodiment) of a toe supporter according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

First, a toe supporter according to a first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in the perspective view of the toe supporter of FIG. 1, the toe supporter 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention is a sheet laminate in which a plurality of paper or fabric sheets 12 are laminated. . Each sheet 12 is adhered by an adhesive material (not shown). One side (upper surface) of the toe supporter 10 is formed in a wave shape indicated by an arrow A in FIG. The recesses between the waves indicated by arrows B in FIG. 1 are formed in widths W1 to W3 corresponding to the thicknesses of the toes. The depth D of the concave portion B is formed to have a dimension sufficient to accommodate, for example, half or more of the height of the toes.
The toe supporter is not limited to a shape having four wave portions A and three recesses B corresponding to the five toes of the foot as in the example of FIG. 1, but only to specific toes. For example, the shape which has two wave parts A and one recessed part B corresponding to three toes may be sufficient.

The toe supporter 10 is prepared by preparing a plurality of sheets 12 made of paper or cloth, adhering with an adhesive material to form a laminate, and then approaching it from both longitudinal ends or fitting it into a mold. Thus, it is obtained by forming a plurality of undulations whose tops extend in the short direction. At this time, an opposing portion (indicated by an arrow C in FIG. 1) of the surface (lower surface) opposite to the one surface (upper surface) corresponding to the position of the wave is adhered with an adhesive or stitched. , Moderately rigid wave shape is retained. The lower surface of the obtained toe supporter 10 is formed in a substantially planar shape. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the sheet laminate has sufficient rigidity, the sheet laminate may be formed in a corrugated shape without bonding the lower surface side.
The type of paper or cloth used for the material of the sheet is not particularly limited, and any suitable one can be used as long as it has hygroscopicity. For example, in the case of cloth, A felt or the like can be suitably used.

As shown in FIG. 2, each toe (indicated by Y <b> 1 to Y <b> 3 in FIG. 2) is inserted into the corresponding recess B of the toe supporter 10, and the wave part A is sandwiched between adjacent fingers. By using the toe supporter 10, adjacent toes can be held in a separated state, and fatigue between the toes is reduced by appropriately pressing and stimulating the part between the toes and the toes. be able to. Moreover, it can use suitably for correction of hallux valgus by adjusting the width | variety of the wave part A located between the 1st finger (thumb) and the 2nd finger (index finger) of a leg to an appropriate dimension.
At this time, since the sheet is made of paper or cloth, it is excellent in hygroscopicity, can provide a light wearing feeling, and can reduce toe stuffiness. In addition, when the surface sheet becomes soiled or contains moisture due to long-term use, the surface sheet is peeled off to perform a simple operation to expose a new sheet surface. Therefore, the performance of a new product can be maintained over a long period of time without being required, and can be suitably used.
The toe supporter 10 is formed in a rectangular shape in plan view in FIG. 1, but is not limited to this, and for example, has a curved shape such as a fan shape in plan view like the toe supporter 10a in FIG. It may be formed. Thereby, the arrangement of the wave portion A of the toe supporter 10a can be adapted to the natural arrangement of the toes. In addition, as described later, when the toe supporter 10 is attached to a sandal or the like, or according to preference, the right and left ends and the width direction ends in FIG. 1 of the toe supporter 10 are appropriately excised, It can also be used as an appropriate size and shape.
The above points are the same in other examples described below.

Next, a toe supporter according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in the partial front view of the toe supporter in FIG. 4, the toe supporter 14 according to the second embodiment of the present invention is a sheet laminate in the process of forming the toe supporter 10 in FIG. Is formed by sandwiching the support piece 16 into the concave portion C on the lower surface side before bonding the surface (lower surface) opposite to the one surface (upper surface) in a state of being formed into a corrugated plate shape. The support piece 16 is fixed to the recess C using an adhesive or the like. The material of the support piece 16 is not limited as long as it has an appropriate rigidity, and can be selected and used from appropriate materials such as paper, cloth, wood and resin.
The toe supporter 14 is easily and reliably held by the support piece 16 in the shape of the wave portion. In addition, by appropriately adjusting the thickness and height dimensions of the support piece 16, it is possible to easily adjust the distance between adjacent toes and the depth of the recess B into which the toes are inserted.

Next, a toe supporter according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in the partial front view of the toe supporter of FIG. 5, the toe supporter 18 according to the third embodiment of the present invention is a sheet laminate in the process of forming the toe supporter 10 of FIG. Is formed in a corrugated plate shape, one side is formed in a complementary shape of the corrugated plate, that is, the support plate 20 having a concave and convex shape on one side corresponding to the concave and convex shape on the opposite surface of the sheet laminate is formed on the sheet. It is provided in close contact with the laminate. In this case, the toe supporter 18 may be formed by bonding the support plate 20 to a sheet laminate formed in a corrugated plate shape, or by laminating a planar sheet laminate on the support plate 20. May be.
The material of the support plate 20 is not limited as long as it has appropriate rigidity, and can be selected and used from appropriate materials such as paper, cloth, wood, and resin. For example, you may divert the sponge-like thing marketed as a health goods.
In the toe supporter 18, the shape of the wave portion is securely held by the support plate 20. Further, when the toe supporter 18 is formed by laminating a planar sheet laminate on the support plate 20, desired shapes and dimensions of wave portions and recesses can be easily obtained.

Next, a toe supporter according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in the partial front view of the toe supporter in FIG. 6, the toe supporter 20 according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention is, for example, a double-sided adhesive tape on the lower surface (back surface) of the sheet laminate in FIG. 22 is pasted. In addition, it cannot be overemphasized that the double-sided adhesive tape 22 can be stuck and used for the toe supporter which concerns on the 2nd-4th example of this Embodiment.
For example, when the toe supporter 20 is used in a state where the sandals are worn, the cover material of the double-sided adhesive tape 22 is peeled off and the toe supporter 20 is adhered to the sandals with the exposed adhesive surface, for example, the desired sandals. Can be used as so-called health sandals. Further, for example, the toe supporter 20 may be laid in a shoe.

Next, a toe supporter according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described.
The toe supporter according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention is, for example, the above-described toe supporter according to the first to fourth embodiments of the present invention, wherein each sheet layer is impregnated or coated with a drug. Is. The drug is preferably impregnated or applied in advance to each sheet before lamination. Since the toe supporter has good air permeability, the impregnated drug is naturally dried, or is heat-dried as necessary. Also, using a toe supporter that is not impregnated with a drug, etc., after applying the necessary drug to the outermost sheet, etc., when the outermost sheet is peeled and the lower layer sheet is exposed, The new drug may be applied again to the exposed sheet. It is not always necessary to impregnate the support piece 16 of the second embodiment or the support plate 20 of the third embodiment with a drug.
A suitable drug can be used depending on the purpose of treatment. For example, a drug for athlete's foot or a drug for worms can be used. Moreover, an odor absorbing agent, an aromatic agent, etc. may be sufficient.
The toe supporter according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention is a state in which, when a drug is applied in advance, a new sheet surface is exposed by peeling off a surface layer sheet that has been used for a long time and has become less effective. By using in, the medicinal effect can be maintained for a long time. In addition, the medicinal effect can be surely obtained in a state where the toe of the affected part is reduced. In addition, when a medicine is successively applied to the outermost layer sheet, the necessary medicine can be applied each time to obtain a medicinal effect.

1 is a perspective view of a toe supporter according to a first embodiment of the present invention. It is a figure for demonstrating the use condition of the toe supporter of FIG. It is a top view of the modification of the toe supporter which concerns on the example of 1st embodiment of this invention. It is a partial front view of the toe supporter which concerns on the example of 2nd embodiment of this invention. It is a partial front view of the toe supporter which concerns on the 3rd embodiment of this invention. It is a partial front view of the toe supporter which concerns on the example of 4th embodiment of this invention.

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10, 10a, 14, 18 Toe supporter 12 Sheet 16 Support piece 20 Support plate 22 Double-sided adhesive tape

Claims (5)

  At least one surface of a sheet laminate in which a plurality of paper or cloth sheets are laminated with an adhesive material is formed into a plurality of corrugations, and a foot is used by inserting a toe into a recess between the corrugations. Finger supporter.   The toe supporter according to claim 1, wherein each layer of the sheet is impregnated or coated with a drug.   The toe supporter according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the sheet laminate is formed in a corrugated plate shape, and a support piece is inserted into a concave portion on a surface opposite to the one surface.   The sheet laminate is formed in a corrugated plate shape, and a support plate having a concavo-convex shape corresponding to the concavo-convex shape of the opposite surface is provided on the surface opposite to the one surface. The toe supporter according to claim 1 or 2. The toe supporter according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein a double-sided tape is further attached to a surface opposite to the one surface.

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