JP3244314U - Lower body clothing and urine absorbent pads - Google Patents

Abstract

An object of the present invention is to provide lower body clothing and a urine absorbing pad that can cope with mild incontinence and have the same appearance as normal clothing when worn. A lower body garment is formed of a fabric 10 having at least a three-layer structure. The fabric includes a first layer 11 that is in contact with the wearer's body and is formed of a knitted or woven fabric, a film layer 13 that is located on the outer layer side of the first layer and is formed of a film, and a film layer 13 that is located on the outer layer side of the film layer. and a second layer 12 formed of a knitted or woven fabric. [Selection diagram] Figure 2

Description

This invention relates to lower body clothing and urine absorbing pads, and more particularly to lower body clothing and urine absorbing pads that are made of three-layered fabric and are used to cope with unexpected light incontinence or incontinence.

Generally, in order to prevent pants from getting soiled when going out or in daily life, it is known to use waterproof pants in combination with incontinence pants, diapers, etc.

However, even if these were used together, there were cases where a small amount of urine would leak from incontinence pants or diapers at a moment's notice. Examples of clothes that address this problem include Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2023-54427 (Patent Document 1) and Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 11-107019 (Patent Document 2).

Patent Document 1 discloses trousers that can maintain normal comfort even if there is incontinence, and have the same appearance as normal clothing when worn. It is disclosed that the fabric of the front body of these pants is a waterproof sheet with a three-layer structure, including an inner mesh layer, an intermediate layer, and an outer waterproof layer arranged on the wearer's body side.

Patent Document 2 discloses disposable pants that are used when changing the orientation of a patient on a bed. It is disclosed that the fabric of these pants has a three-layer structure in which a water-absorbing nonwoven fabric, a porous plastic film, and a hydrophobic nonwoven fabric are laminated in this order from the wearer's body side.

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2023-54427 Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 11-107019

The pants of Patent Document 1 require a waterproof sheet to be attached only to the inside of the front body, so the structure is complicated and the pants are not suitable for everyday use. Furthermore, the pants disclosed in Patent Document 2 are disposable pants used in hospitals and the like, so they are not suitable for everyday use.

The present invention was made to solve the above problems, and the purpose is to create lower body clothing and urine absorbing pads that can cope with mild incontinence and have the same appearance as normal clothing when worn. It is to provide.

For this purpose, a lower body garment according to one aspect of the present invention is a lower body garment formed of a three-layer fabric, the fabric being in contact with the wearer's body and made of knitted or woven fabric. a first layer formed of a film, located on the outer layer side of the first layer, and a second layer formed of a knitted fabric or a woven fabric, located on the outer layer side of the film layer.

According to the present invention having the above structure, urine leaking from water-absorbing pants such as incontinence pants or diapers (slightly leaking urine) is absorbed in the first layer and reaches the film layer, but from the film layer to the second knitted fabric layer. This prevents urine from seeping into clothing for the lower body in terms of appearance. Furthermore, since the second layer is a fabric with an appearance that is commonly used for everyday use, it can be used for everyday use as a substitute for normally used lower body clothing.

Preferably, the first layer is treated to absorb water.

Preferably, the first layer and the second layer are formed of the same knitted fabric, the first layer and the second layer contain polyester fibers and polyurethane fibers, and the blending ratio of the polyurethane fibers to the polyester fibers is 5% to 20%. %.

A urine absorbing pad according to another aspect of the invention is a urine absorbing pad that is attached to the back side of pants fabric and formed of at least three-layered fabric, the fabric being in contact with the wearer's body and having a knitted fabric. or a first layer formed of a textile, a film layer located on the outer layer side of the first layer and formed of a film, and a second layer located on the outer layer side of the film layer and formed of a knitted or woven fabric. Equipped with

FIG. 1 is a front view of lower body clothing according to an embodiment of the present invention. 1 is an illustrative cross-sectional view showing the structure of a lower body garment according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view of the urine absorption pad based on other embodiment of this invention.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. In addition, the same reference numerals are attached to the same or corresponding parts in the drawings, and the description thereof will not be repeated.

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FIG. 1 is a front view of a lower body garment according to an embodiment of the present invention. With reference to FIG. 1, lower body clothing 1 will be described. The direction indicated by arrow A1 in FIG. 1 is referred to as an up-down direction.

The lower body clothing 1 is worn on the lower body, and is used in conjunction with water-absorbing pants such as incontinence pants and diapers. That is, the lower body clothing 1 is worn after wearing incontinence pants or the like, and absorbs urine that cannot be absorbed by the incontinence pants or the like.

The lower body clothing 1 can be used by both men and women regardless of gender, and can be used by a wide range of people from infants to the elderly, but is mainly used by people of the age group who wear incontinence pants or diapers. Specifically, the lower body clothing 1 is pants as shown in FIG. 1, but may also be a skirt, for example. In addition, trousers include all types such as long pants, short pants, and short pants, which are also called slacks and pants. The pants 1 shown in FIG. 1 have the same shape as commonly used pants, and can be washed and used repeatedly like common pants. Hereinafter, the lower body clothing 1 will be explained as pants.

Pants 1 according to the present embodiment includes a pants body 10 and a stretchable waist portion 15 provided at the upper end of the pants body 10.

In this embodiment, the pants main body 10 is in the shape of long pants that cover from the waist portion 15 to the ankles. Preferably, the pants body 10 has a shape that does not fit closely to the body. The fabric of the pants body 10 has at least a three-layer structure. The three-layer structure will be described later.

The waist part 15 is formed by folding the upper end of the fabric of the pants body 10 and sewing it into a loop, and passing a rubber tape or a tightening string through the loop. The waist portion 15 may be formed by sewing a stretchable rubber tape directly to the upper end of the pants body 10.

FIG. 2 is an illustrative cross-sectional view showing the structure of the pants 1 according to the embodiment of the present invention. In FIG. 2, the direction indicated by arrow A2 is referred to as the outer layer side (outside), and the opposite direction is referred to as the inner layer side (wearer side). As shown in FIG. 2, the pants 1 have a three-layer structure and include a first layer 11, a second layer 12, and a film layer 13 sandwiched between the first layer 11 and the second layer 12. .

The first layer 11 is formed of, for example, a knitted fabric or a woven fabric, and is typically a knitted fabric. The first knitted fabric layer 11 is an absorbent layer that contacts the wearer's body and absorbs urine. The first knitted fabric layer 11 is made of at least polyester fiber, nylon fiber, cotton fiber, or the like. The second knitted fabric layer 12 is typically formed of a knitted fabric sheet knitted with yarns containing polyester fibers and polyurethane fibers. The blending ratio of polyurethane fiber to polyester fiber is 5% to 20%, typically 10%. By adjusting the blending ratio of polyurethane fibers to 5% to 15%, the knitted fabric sheet can have a stretchable structure. The first knitted fabric layer 11 of this embodiment may be made of any material that can be used on a daily basis, such as a polyester jersey material or a knit material.

Further, the first knitted fabric layer 11 has been subjected to water absorption treatment. The water-absorbing treatment can be carried out, for example, by applying a highly hydrophilic treatment material to the surface by spraying, by printing a highly hydrophilic treatment agent on the first knitted fabric layer 11, or by using yarn that has been subjected to a water-absorption treatment. This is done by knitting. Note that, from the viewpoint of texture, the first knitted fabric layer 11 may have a raised surface that comes into contact with the wearer's body. Moreover, it is preferable that the first knitted fabric layer 11 contains a deodorizing component by being coated with a deodorizing liquid. Thereby, even if urine is absorbed into the first knitted fabric layer 11, the smell of urine can be eliminated.

The film layer 13 is located on the outer layer side of the first knitted fabric layer 11 and is a waterproof layer to prevent urine from passing through to the second knitted fabric layer 12. The film layer 13 is a waterproof film sheet made of film. The film layer 13 has elasticity and is, for example, a polyethylene film, but its material is not limited. The thickness of the film layer 13 may be thinner or thicker than the first knitted fabric layer 11, or may be the same.

The second layer 12 is formed of, for example, a knitted fabric or a woven fabric, and is typically a knitted fabric. The second knitted fabric layer 12 is located on the outer layer side of the film layer 13 and is a noticeable part of the appearance of the pants 1 when worn. The second knitted fabric layer 12 is formed of the same material as the second knitted fabric layer 12. Specifically, the second knitted fabric layer 12 is made of at least polyester fiber, nylon fiber, cotton fiber, or the like. The second knitted fabric layer 12 is typically formed of a knitted fabric sheet knitted with yarns containing polyester fibers and polyurethane fibers. The blending ratio of polyurethane fiber to polyester fiber is 5% to 20%, typically 10%. The second knitted fabric layer 12 in this embodiment is made of a polyester jersey material, but may also be made of, for example, a knit material. The second knitted fabric layer 12 is preferably a dark color, for example black, in case of urine leakage.

These first knitted fabric layer 11, film layer 13, and second knitted fabric layer 12 are bonded together using an adhesive such as bond. Note that these layers 11, 12, and 13 may be bonded together by various methods such as thermocompression bonding.

Although not shown, the pants main body 10 is formed from, for example, four pieces of cloth, which are sewn together to form a pants shape. A waterproof tape may be directly adhered to the second knitted fabric layer 12 on the inner layer side (wearer side) at the seam portion in order to prevent urine from leaking from the seam.

Next, the absorption route of urine will be explained.

As described above, the pants 1 according to the present embodiment are used in combination with water-absorbing pants such as incontinence pants and diapers. Normally, if a person incontinences while wearing absorbent pants, the urine will be absorbed by the pants. However, if there is an amount of incontinence that cannot be absorbed by the water-absorbing pants, or if the water-absorbing pants slip off, the urine will reach the pants 1 without being absorbed by the water-absorbing pants.

The urine that has reached the pants 1 reaches the first knitted fabric layer 11 and is absorbed by the first knitted fabric layer 11 as it is. Since the film layer 13 is attached to the outer layer side of the first knitted fabric layer 11, urine does not reach the second knitted fabric layer 12 attached further to the outer layer side. It will not seep into the stratum 12.

With this structure, the pants 1 can absorb urine that leaks from water-absorbing pants such as incontinence pants or diapers, such as when the amount of urine is large or when you turn over while sleeping, thereby preventing urine from leaking to the outside. This can be prevented, and the discomfort associated with incontinence can be suppressed. The pants 1 of this embodiment can be simply worn in place of general pants that are not waterproofed, so that urine leakage from incontinence pants or the like can be prevented with a simple method. Additionally, since they look no different from regular pants, people won't notice that you are using them to prevent incontinence.

In addition, since the film layer 13 is provided between the first knitted fabric layer 11 and the second knitted fabric layer 12, if the second knitted fabric layer 12 is exposed to water from outside, such as from rain or water spray, However, since moisture does not seep into the wearer's lower body, the wearer will not feel uncomfortable.

Although the pants 1 of the present embodiment are formed of only the three-layer fabric 10, another knitted fabric layer is provided for at least one of the first knitted fabric layer 11 and the second knitted fabric layer 12. Good too. For example, a fabric such as a mesh fabric may be provided on the inner layer side of the first knitted fabric layer 11, and a fabric such as wool or cotton may be provided on the outer layer side of the second knitted fabric layer 12. It's okay. That is, based on the three-layered fabric 10, other fabrics may be further laminated.

Further, in the above embodiment, the first knitted fabric layer 11 and the second knitted fabric layer 12 are formed of the same material, but they may be formed of different materials as long as they are knitted fabrics.

Referring to FIG. 3, a urine absorbing pad according to another embodiment will be described. FIG. 3 is a front view of the urine absorbing pad.

The urine absorbing pad 2 is an incontinence pad that is provided so as to come into contact with the wearer's crotch region. The urine absorbing pad 2 of this embodiment is provided separately from pants as underwear, and is provided individually as a single unit. The urine absorbing pad 2 is formed from the above-mentioned three-layer fabric 10. The urine absorbing pad 2 is removably attached to the back side (on the wearer's side) of pants as underwear worn by the wearer.

The urine absorbing pad 2 has a shape that is constricted inward at its vertical center. The end portion of the urine absorbing pad 2 is not covered with a band member, and has an uncut shape that is simply cut and not subjected to any processing. As mentioned above, since the first knitted fabric layer 11, the second knitted fabric layer 12, and the film layer 13 are bonded with adhesive, they will not come undone even if the cut portion is not processed. be. Note that the shape of the urine absorbing pad 2 in FIG. 3 is just an example, and the shape varies depending on the type of underwear used.

As a result, the urine absorbing pad 2 of this embodiment can cope with slight incontinence. Furthermore, since the urine absorbing pad 2 can be manufactured with a small amount of fabric, it can be manufactured using the remaining fabric when manufacturing the lower body garment 1 of the above embodiment, and the fabric 10 can be effectively utilized. be able to.

Although the urine absorbing pad 2 of this embodiment is provided separately from the pants as underwear and is provided individually, it may be sewn directly onto the back side of the pants fabric (on the wearer's side). It may be something that can be done.

Furthermore, although the urine absorbing pad 2 described above has been described as having an uncut shape, the entire circumference of the end portion thereof may be surrounded by a band member such as a hem.

The invention is not limited to the illustrated embodiments. Various modifications and variations can be made to the illustrated embodiment within the same scope as this invention or within an equivalent scope.

1 Pants (lower body clothing), 2 Urine absorption pad, 10 Pants body (fabric), 11 First knitted fabric layer (first layer), 12 Second knitted fabric layer (second layer), 13 Film layer, 15 Waist part.

Claims (4)

Lower body clothing made of three-layer fabric,
The fabric is
a first layer that contacts the wearer's body and is formed of a knitted or woven fabric;
a film layer formed of a film and located on the outer layer side of the first layer;
A lower body garment, characterized in that the second layer is located on the outer side of the film layer and is formed of a knitted or woven fabric. The lower body clothing according to claim 1, wherein the first layer is treated with water absorption. The first layer and the second layer are formed of the same knitted fabric,
The first layer and the second layer include polyester fibers and polyurethane fibers,
The lower body garment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the blending ratio of the polyurethane fiber to the polyester fiber is 5% to 20%. A urine absorbing pad that is attached to the back side of pants fabric and made of three-layered fabric,
The fabric is
a first layer that contacts the wearer's body and is formed of a knitted or woven fabric;
a film layer formed of a film and located on the outer layer side of the first layer;
A urine absorbing pad characterized by comprising a second layer located on the outer layer side of the film layer and formed of a knitted fabric or a woven fabric.

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