JP3030639U - Support tape - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) 【Abstract】 PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a support tape which can be easily tapped by an ordinary person without any special skill, and which can provide a convenient and sufficiently effective support. SOLUTION: The support tape 1 has a structure in which a material 2 that can maintain a tension is used as at least one of the constituent elements, and a force is applied to a supported portion in a direction to restore the original state of the material.

Description

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Technical field to which the device belongs]

 The present invention relates to a support tape, and more particularly to a support tape that is taped on the body. The support tape of the present invention can be attached to the body by pasting or other means and used to support the support-needed portion of the body.

[0002]

[Prior art]

 Conventionally, various types of taping have been devised and put into practical use as support tapes attached to the body. In particular, various proposals have been made as taping used by athletes.

However, conventional support tapes are complicated to use. In addition, it is often necessary to apply tape over a wide area. Therefore, specialized technology is required for taping. Also, the cost will be high. Furthermore, conventional support tapes may cause blood circulation disorder depending on the way of support and taping, and may cause muscle loss due to long-term use. Therefore, for the above-mentioned various reasons, it is almost impossible for ordinary people to use effective support tapes easily without specialized knowledge, and there is no opportunity for ordinary people to benefit from taping. Is the real thing.

However, in practice, the support tape should be effectively used not only by athletes but also by ordinary people. In addition, taping with support tape is often essential. For example, when the ligament is damaged, taping with support tape is required.

There are many ligaments in order to efficiently move a joint. Although this ligament is stronger than I imagined, it will be torn or damaged if a certain load is applied. Once damaged, the ligaments are difficult to repair, resulting in impaired motor function and also impaired protective function. Even if you have surgery, it is difficult to completely recover.

When we hear about ligament damage, we tend to think that it can occur only in a specific environment. For example, sports injuries such as ski falls are typical. However, in reality, even a slight sprain can cause ligament damage. In most cases, this results in damage to the ligament of the talus. It is said that this ligament of the talus will not interfere with daily life even if it is torn, but in reality, it has many adverse effects. For example, it will cause walking difficulties in the future.

As described above, ligament damage cannot be caused only in a special situation. Therefore, as described above as an example of ligament damage, it is extremely common for the general public to prefer taping with a support tape. Therefore, it is desired to provide a support tape that allows ordinary people to easily benefit from taping.

Further, the conventional support tape also has a problem in terms of the effect of the following support action. As shown in FIG. 9, it is assumed that the ligaments 61 and 62 around the bones 71 and 72 are damaged and torn. At this time, the ligament 61 tends to exert a force in the directions in which the damaged ligaments 61 are separated from each other, as shown by the symbols IIa and IIb in FIG. 9, to increase the tearing. In this case, the position indicated by reference numeral III in FIG. 9 (on the epidermis 8 immediately outside the damaged ligament 61) is the support required portion. The conventional support tape is designed so that it can be flexibly deformed by following the bending of the surface of the body, but that is the only reason. Therefore, even if the conventional support tape is attached to the position indicated by reference numeral III in FIG. , The action of weakening the force in the directions indicated by IIa and IIb is not shown. It simply follows the forces in the directions indicated by the reference signs IIa and IIb. Therefore, the conventional support tape has no effect on healing of the tear of the ligament.

[0009]

[Problems to be solved by the device]

 As mentioned above, although there are many situations where it is desirable to use support tapes, conventional support tapes require expertise, extensive taping, and in some cases support, Depending on the taping method, blood circulation may be impaired and muscle weakness may occur, making it impossible for ordinary people to easily and effectively use it. Also, conventional support tapes have not always had a sufficient support effect.

The present invention solves such a conventional problem and allows, for example, ordinary people to easily perform taping without the need for specialized technology, is easy, and may cause blood circulation disorder or muscle weakness. Nonetheless, the aim is to provide a support tape that can provide sufficiently effective support.

[0011]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

 The invention of claim 1 of the present application is a support tape for taping onto a body, wherein a material capable of maintaining a tension state is used as at least one of the constituent elements, and the initial state of the material is applied to a supported portion. It is a support tape that has a structure that applies force in the direction of restoration. Here, "maintaining the tension" is supple to some extent and able to follow the bending of the surface of the body, but always maintains the force to restore the initial state of itself and keeps the initial state. It means that the restoring force can be applied to the supported part. For example, if the initial state is a state with a certain “warp”, it will give a force to the supported part of the body in the direction to restore the “warp” when attached to the supported part of the body. is there.

According to this support tape, the material capable of maintaining the tension is used as at least one of the constituent elements, and the support tape is structured so as to give a force in the direction of maintaining the initial state of the material. By attaching to the supported part, a desired force for supporting can be exerted. For example, referring to Fig. 9, the material is made so that the force for maintaining the tension is opposite to the force in the direction III that increases the ligament tearing, and that the force acts to reduce the tearing. By forming a warp, the support effect can be exerted in the direction of treating the ligament tear. And this effect occurs only by attaching this support tape to the supported part, and no special technique or expertise is required. Therefore, ordinary people can easily use this support tape and obtain an unprecedented excellent support effect. Further, this support tape can be applied only to the required supported portion to obtain the above effect. Therefore, it is not necessary to attach it in a wide range, it is simple and easy, and it is advantageous in terms of cost. According to this support tape, the conventional support tape may cause blood circulation disorder or muscle weakness due to long-term use depending on the way of support or taping, but these problems do not exist. In addition, this support tape is advantageous in preventing overextension of the knees and elbows, which is often seen in girls in particular, and can be preferably used for support after shoulder joint dislocation.

The invention of claim 2 of the present application is a support tape for taping on the body, which is composed of a material capable of maintaining a tensioned state and a support material supporting the material. Is.

According to this support tape, it is possible to achieve the same action and effect as described above by the material that can maintain the tension, and the supporting material that supports this material is softer than this material. It can be made of a material that is kind to the supported part of the body, for example, kind to the skin. As a result, it is possible to realize a support that has a sufficient support effect and is comfortable for the supported part. Furthermore, it goes without saying that there are specific advantages similar to those of claim 1 above.

According to the invention of claim 3 of the present application, the supporting material can also maintain the tensioned state, but the function of maintaining the tensioned state is smaller than that of the material capable of maintaining the tensioned state. The support tape according to claim 2, wherein

According to this support tape, it is possible to achieve the same function and effect as described above by the material capable of maintaining the tension, and the above-described function and effect by providing the supporting material for supporting this material. In addition to being able to do so, the tension retention function is achieved with both materials. Therefore, the function and effect based on the tension maintaining function can be realized more reliably and strongly. It goes without saying that there are specific advantages similar to those mentioned above.

The invention of claim 4 of the present application is a support tape to be tapped on a body, which is a material that can maintain a tension state and a support that is located on one side of the material and supports the material. A support tape comprising a material and an elastic tape located on the other side of the material.

According to this support tape, it is possible to achieve the same action and effect as described above by the material capable of maintaining the tension, and the above-described action and effect when the supporting material for supporting this material is provided. In addition to being able to be stretched, an elastic tape can be provided on the outer surface (the side opposite to the body), and the entire support tape can be configured to expand and contract outside, which is advantageous when attached to the body. . It is desirable that the elastic tape be made of a material having good air permeability, for example. Furthermore, it goes without saying that there are specific advantages similar to those described above.

According to the invention of claim 5 of the present application, the supporting material can also maintain the tensioned state, but the function of maintaining the tensioned state is smaller than that of the material capable of maintaining the tensioned state. The support tape according to claim 4, wherein

This support tape has the effect of the invention of claim 4 and the effect of the invention of claim 3.

The invention of claim 6 of the present application is a support tape for taping on a body, comprising: an elastic tape, a material capable of maintaining a tensioned state, a supporting material for supporting this material, and an elastic material. It is a support tape characterized by having a tape having no property in this order.

According to this support tape, the non-stretchable tape is attached to the body without being displaced or deformed by applying the tape to the body in such a configuration that it is on the outer surface (for example, on the skin) side of the body. be able to. In addition, each function and effect of the stretchable tape, the material capable of keeping the tensioned state, and the supporting material that supports this material, which constitute this support tape, are exhibited in the same manner as the above-mentioned inventions.

The invention of claim 7 of the present application is such that the supporting material can also maintain the tensioned state, but the function of maintaining the tensioned state is smaller than that of the material capable of maintaining the tensioned state. The support tape according to claim 6, wherein the above-mentioned object is achieved.

The support tape has the effect of the invention of claim 6 and the effect of the invention of claim 3.

The invention of claim 8 of the present application is characterized in that the side surface shape is a shape that maintains a warp, and the planar structure includes a taping main body portion and a support portion extending in four directions from the taping main body portion. The support tape according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

According to this support tape, it is possible to obtain a specific support effect described in Embodiment 1 described later.

The invention according to claim 9 of the present application is characterized in that the side surface shape is a shape that maintains a warp, and the planar structure is a taping main body part with a slit. Support tape described in. Therefore, the above object is achieved thereby.

According to this support tape, it is possible to obtain a specific support effect described in Embodiment 2 which will be described later.

[0029]

[Embodiment of device]

 Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. However, as a matter of course, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described below.

Embodiment 1 In this example, a support tape 1 shown in a partial sectional view in FIG. 1 is provided. It should be noted that, in FIG. 1, the thickness of each component is exaggeratedly and greatly illustrated for clarity of illustration. The same applies to each of the following drawings, and is illustrated as appropriate in order to clearly show the configuration of the present invention and its action and effect.

As shown in FIG. 1, the support tape 1 of this embodiment uses a material 2 that can maintain a tensioned state as at least one of the constituent elements so as to maintain the warp of the entire support tape 1. I am doing it.

The support tape 1 of this embodiment comprises a material 2 that can maintain the above-mentioned tension and a support material 3 that supports this material.

The support material 3 is also capable of maintaining a tensioned state, but is composed of a soft material having a smaller function of maintaining a tensioned state than the material 2 capable of maintaining the tensioned state described above. There is.

The support tape 1 of this embodiment has, as a whole, a support material 3 on the body side and an elastic tape 4 on the outside, and between the support material 3 and the elastic tape 4. The structure is such that the material 2 that can maintain the tension is sandwiched.

In this example, specifically, as the elastic tape 4, a breathable cloth tape was used. The most preferable material for the elastic tape 4 is an elastic tape made of cotton, which is a biaxial woven fabric. In addition, rubber fiber, latex and the like can be preferably used. In this example, specifically, an elastic tape called a kinesio tape can be used.

Further, in this example, as the material 2 that can maintain the tension, specifically, a fixing material made of soft plastic was used. Although this material requires a fixing action in the direction of maintaining the warp, it needs to follow the body as a support tape, so it must not be too stiff, it can be flexibly deformed, and it maintains the warp. necessary. In addition, as the material of the material 2 that can maintain this anti-tension state, hard rubber, polyurethane, polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, synthetic rubber, coil, and metal plate can be used to form this.

In this example, the shape of the material 2 that can maintain this re-tensioned state is such that its side surface is shown in FIG. 2 (a) and its plane surface is shown in FIG. 2 (b). The material 2 alone maintains the warped state as shown in FIG. 2A, and maintains the warped state more firmly than the support material 3. It can be said that it exhibits a considerably fixed action.

The material 2 that can maintain this rebound state has a side surface shape that is warped as shown in FIG. 2 (a), and its planar structure is as shown in FIG. 2 (b). It comprises a taping body 21 and support portions 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d extending from the taping body 21 in four directions. The start-stop sections 2e and 2f are wide. The reason why the portions indicated by reference numerals 2e and 2f are wide is to make the function of maintaining the tension state more reliable.

As the support material 3 of this example, a material having a soft feeling even if it directly touches the skin of the body and having a function of maintaining the tension state to some extent was used. For example, a soft silicone that is easy to touch on the skin and has a function of maintaining the tension is preferably used. In addition, as the material of the support material 3, specifically, polyethylene foam, synthetic rubber, various synthetic resins, and rubber foam can be used.

In this example, the shape of the supporting material 3 is such that the side surface thereof is shown in FIG. 3A and the plane surface thereof is shown in FIG. 3B. The support material 3 alone maintains a warped state as shown in FIG. 3A, but has a softer feel than the material 2. As shown in FIG. 3B, the flat structure of the supporting material 3 has a size larger than that of the material 2 capable of maintaining the above-mentioned tension. That is, the tape main body 31 of a size that completely covers the tape main body 21 of the material 2 that can maintain the tension and the four support parts 2a to 2d of the material 2 that cover the four sides. The support portions 3a to 3d each having a size are provided.

The support tape 1 of this embodiment is adhered to the supported part of the body by being attached to the supported part. The state before sticking has a specific warp as shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 5, when the support tape 1 is attached to the outer skin 8 of the torn ligament 61 as described with reference to FIG. 9, the support tape 1 has a force to restore its shape. Are added in the directions of arrows Ia and Ib. This action is based on the action of the material 2 and the support material 3 that can maintain the tension of the support tape 1. The forces in the directions of arrows Ia and Ib are opposite to the forces in the directions of increasing the tearing of the ligament 61 shown by the reference signs IIa and IIb in FIG. 9, and therefore the forces in the directions shown by the reference signs IIa and IIb. Shows the effect of weakening. As a result, the support tape 1 of this example skillfully supports the damaged ligament and realizes the support in the direction of healing the damage.

The support tape 1 can minimize the area where the tape is attached. For example, in the case of the ligament support described above, the area may be slightly larger than the existing part of the ligament. For this reason, even if taping is performed, almost no inconvenience such as inhibition of motor function occurs. Also, skin irritation caused by tape can be minimized.

According to this support tape 1, it is possible to efficiently support a portion to be supported, for example, a ligament to be supported, by the above-described function of maintaining the tension state. The thickness of the entire support tape 1 can be varied over a wide range depending on the place to be applied. For example, typically a suitable thickness between 0.5 mm and 4 mm can be used. Depending on the part to be applied, appropriate settings can be made, for example, thicker ones for knees and thinner ones for ankles.

Second Embodiment In this example, a support tape 1 shown in a partial sectional view in FIG. 6 is provided. Also in FIG. 6, the thickness of each component is exaggeratedly illustrated for clarity. As shown in FIG. 6, the support tape 1 of this embodiment has a material 2 that can maintain a tensioned state as at least one of the constituent elements, and further has a support material 3 that supports this material.

The support tape 1 of this embodiment is, as a whole, a tape 31 having no elasticity, a support material 3, a material 2 capable of keeping a tension, and an elastic tape on the outside from the body side. It has a structure having 4 and 4.

The supporting material 3, the material 2 capable of maintaining the tension state, and the elastic tape 4 for forming the support tape 1 of this embodiment are made of the same materials as those of the embodiment 1. Configured. Further, as the non-stretchable tape 31, it is most desirable to use a triaxial woven material having little stretchability as its material. In addition, a biaxial woven fabric made of cotton can be preferably used.

According to this support tape 1, by attaching the non-stretchable tape 31 to the body so as to face the outer surface (for example, on the skin) of the body, the tape 31 is attached to the body without causing displacement or deformation. Can be made. The respective operational effects of the elastic tape 4, the material 2 that can keep the tension, and the support material 3 that supports this material are exhibited as in the first embodiment.

The support tape 1 of this example has a side surface having a warped shape as shown in FIG. 7 (a) showing its side surface and FIG. 7 (b) showing its plane surface. It consists of a taping body with a cut 5.

With such a structure, when it is attached to the supported portion during use, it is supported in a state where the cut 5 is widened as shown in FIG. It In this case, the following effects are exhibited. Support may be necessary, for example, when the burden on the entire knee needs to be reduced (eg, when the cruciate ligament is injured). It is possible to support by area. Therefore, when the support tape 1 having this structure is used, the decrease in the exercise capacity due to the application is much less than that of the conventional supporter and taping. This is true not only for knees but also for elbows, shoulders, etc., which is advantageous in a wide range.

This embodiment also shows the same effects as those of the first embodiment, and further shows the above-described unique effects of this embodiment.

[0052]

[Effect of device]

 As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to provide a support tape which can be easily taped by a general person without any special skill, and which can provide a convenient and sufficiently effective support.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a partial side sectional view of a support tape according to a first embodiment.

FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a material that can maintain a tensioned state of the support tape according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a support material of the support tape according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 4 is a side view of the support tape according to the first embodiment before being attached.

FIG. 5 is an explanatory view of the action of the support tape.

FIG. 6 is a partial side sectional view of a support tape according to a second embodiment.

FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a state before using the support tape according to the first embodiment.

FIG. 8 is a diagram showing a state of the support tape of Embodiment 1 in use.

FIG. 9 is a diagram showing a problem of the conventional technique.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 Support Tape 2 Material that can maintain tension 3 Support material 31 Non-stretchable tape 4 Stretchable tape 5 Breaks 61 Broken ligaments 62 Ligaments 71, 72 Bones 8 Epidermis

Claims (9)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. A support tape for taping onto a body, wherein a material capable of maintaining a tensioned state is used as at least one of constituent elements, and a force is applied to a supported portion in a direction for restoring the initial state of the material. Support tape characterized by having a structure. 2. A support tape for taping on a body, comprising a material capable of maintaining a tension and a support material supporting the material. 3. The supporting material is also capable of maintaining a tensioned state, provided that the function of maintaining the tensioned state is smaller than that of the material capable of maintaining the tensioned state. Support tape described in. 4. A support tape for taping on the body, which is capable of maintaining a tension, a support material which is located on one side of the material and supports the material, and another of the materials. A support tape that is made of an elastic tape located on the side. 5. The supporting material is also capable of maintaining a tensioned state, provided that the function of maintaining the tensioned state is smaller than that of the material capable of maintaining the tensioned state. Support tape described in. 6. A support tape to be taped on the body, which comprises an elastic tape and a material capable of maintaining a tension.
A support tape comprising a support material for supporting this material and a non-stretchable tape in this order. 7. The supporting material is also capable of maintaining a tensioned state, provided that the function of maintaining the tensioned state is smaller than that of the material capable of maintaining the tensioned state. Support tape described in. 8. The side structure is a shape that maintains a warp, and the planar structure is composed of a taping main body and a support section extending in four directions from the taping main body. The support tape described in Crab. 9. The support tape according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the side surface has a shape that maintains a warp, and the planar structure includes a notched taping body.