JP3022290U - Knee pad and knee supporter using the same - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Abstract] [Problem] Knee support for knee support that can be worn as necessary on knee supporters, own knee protectors, pants underwear, etc., and attach / detach knee pads at optimal positions according to individual differences of users. Providing a knee supporter that is possible to wear. A knee pad (1) is provided with a circular hole (4A) for loosely fitting a knee cap in a bag portion with a pad cloth (3) in the central portion on the back side of a substantially rectangular front base cloth (2) made of elastic material. It accommodates and holds an oval flexible cushioning pad 4 that is long vertically
It is attached to the knee supporter 10 and the like by fastener pieces 5 and 6 provided at four positions around the inner periphery of the front base cloth 2 in the vertical and horizontal directions. The knee supporter 10 is made of a stretchable elastic material, the below-knee portion 12 has a tubular shape, the above-knee portion 11 has an open belt shape, and the belt-shaped portions 11A and 11B are overlapped with each other and connected via a releasable fastener F. It is possible to adjust the tightening of the above-the-knee portion 11, and the above-the-knee portion 12 and the above-the-knee portion 11 can be adjusted.
A substantially circular hole 13 is formed in the front intermediate portion of and and coil bones 15 are sewn on both side surfaces.

Description

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Technical field to which the device belongs]

 The present invention relates to a knee pad that protects a person's kneecap from external forces and impacts, and a knee supporter that uses it to protect human kneecaps from external forces and impacts while complementing joint movement.

[0002] Conventionally, there is a knee supporter that is integrally provided with a donut-shaped pad having a circular hole for exposing the kneecap at a portion corresponding to the kneecap.

[0003]

[Problems to be solved by the device]

 However, since the pad is integrated, there is a feeling of unnecessary length for those who do not need the pad, and due to the structure of the integrated pad, a comfortable fit depending on the individual kneecap. Can't get

The present invention has been devised in view of the above, and it is a knee pad for protecting the kneecap that can be worn as necessary on a knee supporter, a personal knee protector, trouser underwear, and the like. The purpose of the present invention is to provide a knee supporter in which a knee pad is detachably attached to an optimal position according to the situation.

[0005]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

 In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the knee pad according to claim 1 of the present invention comprises a substantially rectangular, elliptical or circular base cloth made of a stretchable elastic material, and a knee cap provided at a substantially central portion of the base cloth. It is characterized in that it is composed of a soft cushioning pad having a hole or a recess for loose fitting in the central portion, and a fastener piece provided around the base cloth.

Here, the flexible cushioning pad is attached to a knee supporter, under pants, or the like at an optimum kneecap corresponding portion of each user by a fastener piece provided around the base cloth. It can be easily removed when the knee rest is not needed, such as at rest. When worn, the elastic stretch of the base cloth and the flexibility of the pad follow the curve without resistance when the knee flexes and does not interfere with the user's exercise. Also, if you hit the knee or hit an object during a fall, the soft cushioning pad cushions the impact, preventing injury to your knees or loss of function. The loose center of the kneecap or indentation helps position the knee rest and also accommodates the kneecap for flexion during flexion of the knee.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, in a knee pad, a substantially rectangular, elliptical or circular base cloth made of a stretchable elastic material is fixed to an inner center of the base cloth and a kneecap is loosely fitted. It is characterized in that it is composed of an oval or circular flexible cushioning pad having a circular hole or a depression in the center, and a hook-and-loop fastener piece such as Velcro provided around the inside of the base cloth.

The flexible cushioning pad here is provided on the inside of the base cloth and abuts on the kneecap without interposing the base cloth to improve the feel, and is provided around the base cloth. The surface fastener piece allows the user to wear the knee supporter, pants underwear, etc. stably at the optimum kneecap area for each user. If the knee pad is not needed, such as at rest, it is simply removed. When worn, the elastic elasticity of the base cloth and the flexibility of the pad fixedly secured to the inside of the base cloth follow the curve without resistance when the knee is flexed and do not interfere with the user's movement. Also, if a person hits or hits an object during a fall, the soft cushioning pad that completely covers the kneecap closer cushions the impact and prevents injury or dysfunction of the knee. The center of the kneecap loose fitting hole or recess is circular to facilitate positioning of the knee rest on the kneecap, and when the knee flexes, the hemispherical kneecap is accommodated in the circular hole or recess and spreads evenly. Make it easier to bend.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, the knee pad is formed of a stretchable elastic material and has a substantially rectangular, elliptical or circular base cloth, and is fastened to the inside of the base cloth in a bag portion of the back cloth. A cushioning pad with a circular hole or recess for loosely fitting the kneecap in the center, and a long and vertically elongated oval or circular cushioning pad, and fastener pieces provided at four locations above, below, to the left and right around the inside of the base cloth. It is characterized by being composed of.

[0010] Here, the flexible cushioning pad is stably attached to the knee supporter, under pants, etc. at the optimum knee-capsulation site for each user by means of fastener pieces provided at four positions around the base cloth in the upper, lower, left and right directions. To be done. It can be easily removed when the knee rest is not needed, such as at rest. When worn, the elastic elasticity of the base cloth and the flexibility of the pad, which is stably held inside the base cloth inside the bag, allow the user to flex without bending when the knee flexes, obstructing the user's movement. do not become. Also, when a person hits or hits an object during a fall, a soft cushioning pad that almost completely covers the kneecap cushions the impact and prevents injury or malfunction of the knee. The center of the kneecap loose fitting hole or depression is circular to facilitate positioning of the knee pad relative to the kneecap, and the hemispherical kneecap is accommodated in the circular hole or depression when the knee is flexed so that it can be spread evenly. Make it easier to bend.

A knee supporter using a knee pad according to a fourth aspect of the present invention uses a stretchable elastic material, and a lower knee portion and an upper knee portion have a tubular shape, and a front surface of the lower knee portion and the upper knee portion. A knee supporter having a kneecap relief portion at the time of flexion in the middle portion, wherein the knee pad according to any one of the above claims is detachably provided on the kneecap relief portion of the knee supporter. I am trying.

Here, the tubular lower knee portion and the upper knee portion, which are formed into a tubular shape, are pushed from the toes and stay around the knees due to its elasticity, and only a little more vertical movement is required to hold the entire knee supporter. With this, proper positioning can be easily performed. The knee rest having the function of the knee rest described in any one of claims 1 to 3 is appropriately attached / detached on the kneecap relief portion in the front intermediate portion between the below-knee portion and the above-knee portion of the knee supporter. To do.

A knee support using a knee pad according to a fifth aspect of the present invention uses a stretchable elastic material, the lower part of the knee has a tubular shape, the upper part of the knee has an open band shape, and the band parts overlap each other. A knee supporter that can be connected via a fastener that can be released and the tightening of the above-knee portion can be adjusted. The knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 is detachably provided.

[0014] Here, the tubular knee portion is put on the tip of the foot and stays near the knee due to its elasticity, and holds the entire knee supporter. Can be done easily. Adjustable tightening of the above-knee part means that when connecting the open belt-shaped parts of the above-knee part, by adjusting the amount of overlap between them, it is possible to prevent over-tightening and over-loosening, and to achieve an appropriate fit. Can be obtained. The knee rest having the function of the knee rest according to any one of claims 1 to 3 is appropriately attached / detached to / from the front intermediate portion between the lower knee portion and the upper knee portion of the knee supporter.

A knee supporter using a knee pad according to a sixth aspect of the present invention uses a stretchable elastic material, the lower knee portion has a tubular shape, the upper knee portion has an open belt shape, and the belt portions overlap each other. It can be connected via a fastener that can be released, and the tightening of the above-the-knee part can be adjusted. In addition to forming a generally circular hole for the kneecap relief part at the front middle part between the below-knee part and the above-knee part, A knee supporter having coil bones sewn on both sides thereof, wherein the knee supporter is covered with a substantially circular hole at a front intermediate portion between the lower knee portion and the upper knee portion. It is characterized in that the knee pad described in any one of the above is detachably provided.

Here, in the sixth aspect, like the knee supporter of the fifth aspect, the positioning can be performed easily and an appropriate fit can be obtained, but when the knee is bent further, The projecting kneecap can be absorbed by the approximately circular hole in the front middle part to facilitate bending and stretching, and the coil bones on both sides prevent displacement after mounting and improve fitability. Can be done. The knee pad having the function of the knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 so that a substantially circular hole is formed in a front intermediate portion between the below-knee portion and the above-knee portion of the knee supporter. Attach and detach as needed.

A knee support using a knee pad according to a seventh aspect of the present invention uses a stretchable elastic material, the lower knee portion has a tubular shape, the upper knee portion has an open belt shape, and the belt portions overlap each other. It can be connected via a fastener that can be released, and the tightening of the above-the-knee part can be adjusted. In addition to forming a generally circular hole for the kneecap relief part at the front middle part between the below-knee part and the above-knee part, A knee supporter in which coil bones are sewn on both sides, and the open belt-like part of the above-knee part is further divided into a plurality of parts so that the tightening amount of the above-knee part can be adjusted more freely. The knee rest according to any one of claims 1 to 3 is detachably provided so as to cover a substantially circular hole in a front intermediate portion between the below-knee portion and the above-knee portion of the above. .

Here, in the seventh aspect, similarly to the knee supporter in the fifth aspect, the positioning can be performed easily, an appropriate fit can be obtained, and bending and stretching can be performed more easily. In addition to being able to prevent displacement after wearing, it is possible to finely adjust the tightening amount by further adjusting the connection of the open belt-shaped part of the upper part of the knee that is divided into multiple parts. The knee having the function of the knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 so that a substantially circular hole is formed in a front intermediate portion between the lower knee portion and the upper knee portion of the knee supporter. Attach or remove the pad as needed.

[0019]

[Modes and Examples of the Invention]

 Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, in the state of a knee pad as a single item and in the state of being attached to a knee together with a knee supporter. FIG. 1 is a front view of a typical knee pad of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a rear view of the same knee pad, and FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing a state in which the knee support of the typical knee pad of the present invention is mounted on the knee. FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing a state where the knee support of another knee pad of the present invention is attached to the knee.

In FIG. 1 and FIG. 2, a typical knee pad 1 is made of a stretchable elastic material and has a substantially square front base cloth 2 with rounded four corners, and a back cloth 3 at a substantially central portion on the back side of the base cloth 2. Pads that are attached almost along the contour of the pad, and are attached to the inside of the bag part. It consists of fastener pieces (hook fastener pieces) 5 and 6 (there is Velcro in the trademark). The cushioning pad 4 is provided with a circular hole 4A in the center for loosely fitting the kneecap. The front base cloth 2 and the backing cloth 3 are wrapped and sewn with a hem cloth 7. The left and right magic fastener pieces 5 and 5 are provided largely over the entire length of the left and right sides, and the upper and lower magic fastener pieces 6 and 6 are provided short in the center of the upper and lower sides. The surface base cloth 2 should be formed in an elliptical shape or a circular shape other than a square shape, and the cushioning pad 4 should be formed in an oval shape or a circular shape in addition to the oval shape that is vertically long, and the central hole 4A should be a depression. You can

By the way, width of knee pad: 190 mm, length: 160 mm Width of cushioning pad: 85 mm, length: 125 mm, thickness: 7 mm Central hole diameter of the cushioning pad: 46 mm Surface base fabric: 90% nylon Stretchable nylon pile fabric consisting of 10% stretchable polyurethane fiber Patch cloth: Stretchable cotton fabric consisting of 80% cotton and 10% stretchable polyurethane fiber Cushion pad: Urethane foam (other silicone rubber foam, neoprene rubber foam is also possible )

In FIG. 3, a knee supporter 10 using the knee pad 1 of the representative example uses a comparatively flexible elastic material in which a nylon pile outer material, a thin neoprene rubber inner material, and a nylon jersey lining are bonded together. The lower knee portion 12 has a tubular shape, and the upper knee portion 11 has an open belt shape. When worn, the tubular lower knee portion 12 extends from the toes and stays near the knee to hold the entire knee supporter. Therefore, proper positioning can be easily performed with only a slight vertical movement. After the positioning, the belt-shaped portions 11A and 11B are overlapped and joined to the nylon pile outer surface of the lower belt-shaped portion 11B with the hook-shaped Velcro tape F of the releasable fastener sewn on the back of the upper belt-shaped portion 11A. 10 is worn on the knee.

A substantially circular hole 13 is formed in the front intermediate portion between the below-knee portion 12 and the above-knee portion 11, and the knee cap N protruding when the knee is bent can be absorbed by the hole 13 to facilitate bending and extension. You can do it. The coil bones 15 made of a thin and thin spring steel are sewn together with the enclosing bag 16 on the inner surfaces of both sides in the longitudinal direction. These coil bones 15 are housed on both sides of the knee to prevent positional displacement after attachment to the knee, and can further improve the fit property. The knee pad 1 is attached to the front intermediate portion between the lower knee portion 12 and the upper knee portion 11 of the knee supporter 10 by the magic fastener pieces 5 and 6 so as to cover the circular hole 13 there.

By the way, the total length of the knee supporter: 300 mm (in the center axis), the maximum adjustable inner diameter of the above-knee portion 11: 138 mm, the same length: 170 mm, the inner diameter of the below-knee portion 12: 100 mm, the same length: 130 mm, three-dimensional sewing

As shown in FIG. 4, the knee supporter 20 according to another embodiment of the present invention is basically the same as the knee supporter 10 of the above-described representative example except for the above-the-knee portion 21. Are given the same reference numerals, and the wearing of the knee rest 1 is almost the same. The upper strip 21A of the strips 21A and 21B that are overlapped with each other on the above-knee portion 21 is further divided into two, and in order to further improve the fit to a person with a developed thigh, By adjusting the connection between the strip-shaped portions 21A and 21B of the portion 21, the tightening adjustment can be adjusted more finely. In addition to the knee supporters 10 and 20 of the above-described embodiment, the present knee pad 1 can also be used for a tubular knee supporter for the upper knee portion as well as for the lower knee portion, and an open knee supporter for both the lower knee portion and the upper knee portion. .

[0026]

[Effect of device]

 As described above, according to the knee pad according to the first aspect of the present invention, the flexible cushioning pad is provided at the optimum kneecap corresponding portion of each user by the fastener piece provided around the base cloth. It is worn on supporters, under pants, etc., and can be easily removed when knee rests are not needed, such as at rest. When worn, the stretchable elasticity of the base cloth and the flexibility of the pad follow the curve without resistance when the knee flexes and does not interfere with the user's exercise. Also, if you hit the knee or hit an object during a fall, the soft cushioning pad cushions the impact and prevents injury or dysfunction of the knee. A loose centered hole or depression in the kneecap helps position the knee rest and also accommodates the kneecap for flexion during flexion of the knee.

According to the knee pad of claim 2 of the present invention, the soft cushioning pad is provided on the inner side of the base cloth and abuts on the kneecap without interposing the base cloth to improve the feel. By using the hook-and-loop fastener pieces provided around the base cloth, each user can be stably attached to the knee supporter, pants underneath, etc. at the position corresponding to the optimum kneecap for each user. It can be easily removed when the knee rest is not needed, such as at rest. When worn, the elastic elasticity of the base cloth and the flexibility of the pad that is stably fixed to the inside of the base cloth follow the curve without resistance when the knee is flexed and do not interfere with the user's movement. Also, if a person hits or hits an object during a fall, a soft cushioning pad that completely covers the kneecap closer softens the impact and prevents injury or malfunction of the knee. The center of the kneecap loose fitting hole or depression is circular to facilitate positioning of the knee pad relative to the kneecap, and the hemispherical kneecap is accommodated in the circular hole or depression when the knee flexes, and the kneerest is spread evenly. To make it easier to bend.

According to the knee pad of claim 3 of the present invention, the flexible cushioning pad is provided at the optimum knee-capsulation site of each user by means of the fastener pieces provided at four positions on the upper, lower, left and right sides of the base cloth. It is stably attached to a knee supporter or under pants, and can be easily removed when the knee pad is not needed, such as at rest. When worn, the stretchable elasticity of the base cloth and the flexibility of the pad that is stably held inside the base cloth inside the bag part allow the user's movement to follow the curve without resistance when the knee flexes. Does not get in the way. Also, if a person hits or hits an object during a fall, the soft cushioning pad that almost completely covers the kneecap cushions the impact, preventing injury or dysfunction of the knee. The center of the kneecap loose fitting hole or recess is circular to facilitate positioning of the knee rest with respect to the kneecap, and the hemispherical kneecap is accommodated in the circular hole or recess when the knee flexes and spreads evenly. Make it easier to bend.

According to the knee supporter using the knee pad of the fourth aspect of the present invention, the tubular knee lower portion and the knee upper portion are pushed from the toes and stay around the knee due to its elasticity, so that the knee supporter as a whole. Since it holds, the appropriate positioning can be easily performed with only a slight vertical movement. The knee pad having the knee pad function according to any one of claims 1 to 3 may be appropriately attached / detached to / from the kneecap relief portion in the front intermediate portion between the below-knee portion and the above-knee portion of the knee supporter. You can

According to the knee supporter using the knee pad according to the fifth aspect of the present invention, the tubular lower part of the knee extends from the tip of the foot and stays near the knee due to its elasticity, and holds the entire knee supporter. Therefore, proper positioning can be easily performed with only a slight vertical movement. Adjustable tightening of the above-knee part means that when connecting the open belt-shaped parts of the above-knee part, by adjusting the amount of overlap between them, it is possible to prevent over-tightening and over-loosening, and to achieve an appropriate fit. Can be obtained. The knee pad having the function of the knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 may be appropriately attached / detached to / from the front intermediate portion between the above-mentioned below-knee portion and the above-knee portion of the knee supporter. it can.

According to the knee supporter using the knee pad according to the sixth aspect of the present invention, like the knee supporter according to the fifth aspect, the positioning can be easily performed and an appropriate fit property can be obtained. However, the kneecap that protrudes when the knee is bent can be absorbed by the approximately circular hole in the front middle part, and bending and stretching can be performed more easily. It is possible to prevent slippage and improve fit. The knee pad having the function of the knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 is appropriately provided so that a substantially circular hole is formed in a front intermediate portion between the lower knee portion and the upper knee portion of the knee supporter. It can be attached and removed as needed.

According to the knee supporter using the knee pad according to the seventh aspect of the present invention, like the knee supporter according to the fifth aspect, the positioning can be easily performed and an appropriate fitting property can be obtained. In addition, the bending and stretching can be performed more easily, and the displacement after mounting can be prevented, and the tightening and tightening can be adjusted more finely by the connection and adjustment of the open belt-shaped part of the above knee part. The knee pad having the function of the knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 so as to cover a substantially circular hole in a front intermediate portion between the lower knee portion and the upper knee portion of the knee supporter. It can be attached and detached as needed. (Note) Velcro and magic fasteners are registered trademarks in the detailed description of the device.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a front view of a typical knee rest of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a rear view of the knee rest.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing a state in which a knee supporter using a typical knee pad of the present invention is mounted on the knee.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing a state where the knee support of another knee pad of the present invention is attached to the knee.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 Knee pad 2 Base cloth 3 Pad cloth 4 Buffer pad 4A Central hole, dent 5, 6 Fastener piece 10 Typical example knee supporter 11 Above knee portion 11A Upper band portion 11B Lower band portion 12 Below knee portion 13 A substantially circular hole 15 Coil Bone 20 Another Knee Supporter 21 Above Knee 21A Upper Band 21B Lower Band F Releasable Fastener

[Procedure amendment]

[Submission date] October 2, 1995

[Procedure Amendment 1]

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Claims (7)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. A soft cushion having a substantially rectangular, elliptical or circular base cloth made of a stretchable elastic material, and a hole or a recess provided in a substantially central portion of the base cloth for loosely fitting a kneecap in the central portion. A knee pad comprising a pad for wear and a fastener piece provided around the base cloth. 2. A substantially rectangular, elliptical or circular base cloth made of a stretchable elastic material, and a circular hole or recess fixed to the substantially central portion of the inside of the base cloth and loosely fitting the kneecap in the central portion. A knee pad characterized by comprising an oval or circular flexible cushioning pad and a hook-and-loop fastener piece such as Velcro provided around the inside of the base cloth. 3. A substantially rectangular, elliptical or circular base cloth made of a stretchable elastic material, and a circular hole which is fastened in a bag portion of a backing cloth at a substantially central portion of the inside of the base cloth and into which a kneecap is loosely fitted. Alternatively, the knee is characterized by comprising a vertically elongated oval or circular flexible cushioning pad having a central portion with a recess, and fastener pieces provided at four locations around the inner periphery of the base cloth in the vertical and horizontal directions. Guess. 4. A knee supporter using a stretchable elastic material, wherein the below-knee portion and the above-knee portion are formed into a tubular shape, and a kneecap relief portion at the time of flexion is provided in a front intermediate portion between the below-knee portion and the above-knee portion. A knee support using a knee pad, wherein the knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 is detachably provided on the kneecap relief portion of the knee supporter. 5. A stretchable elastic material is used, a lower knee portion is formed into a tubular shape, an upper knee portion is an open belt shape, and the belt portions can be connected to each other via a releasable fastener. A knee supporter with adjustable tightening, wherein the knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 is removable on a front intermediate portion between the lower knee portion and the upper knee portion of the knee supporter. A knee supporter using a knee pad characterized by being provided. 6. A stretchable elastic material is used, a lower knee portion is formed into a tubular shape, an upper knee portion is an open belt shape, and the belt portions can be connected to each other via a releasable fastener. Tightening is adjustable, a knee supporter formed by forming a substantially circular hole of the knee cap relief portion in the front middle portion of the above-knee portion and the above-knee portion and sewing coil bones on both side surfaces, The knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 is detachably provided so as to cover a substantially circular hole at a front intermediate portion between the below-knee portion and the above-knee portion of the knee supporter. A knee supporter that uses a knee pad. 7. A stretchable elastic material is used, the lower knee portion is tubular, the upper knee portion is open belt-like, and the belt-like portions can be connected to each other via a releasable fastener. Tightening is adjustable, and a substantially circular hole for the kneecap relief is formed in the front middle part between the above-knee part and the above-knee part, and coil bones are sewn on both sides, and the knee part A knee supporter in which the open belt portion is divided into a plurality of parts, and the tightening degree of the above-the-knee portion can be adjusted more freely. A knee support using a knee pad, wherein the knee pad according to any one of claims 1 to 3 is detachably provided so as to cover the hole.