JP5941090B2 - Finger joint supporter - Google Patents

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  Concerning supporters attached to finger joints that have functions such as concealing swelling and deformation caused by Heberden and Buchard nodules, which are osteoarthritis of the fingers, or supporting the affected area and improving heat retention during the recovery phase It is.

  The Heberden nodule that occurs in the first joint of the finger and the Buchart nodule that occurs in the second joint of the finger may cause joint swelling, pain, redness, blisters, finger stiffness, bone deformation, etc. It becomes inconvenient.

  Patients with swollen or deformed joints of the first and second joints use a taping or bandage to prevent excessive twisting of the finger to fix the affected part's flexion, and apply a load that acts on that part. They often limit and relieve pain while preventing or improving symptoms.

  Conventionally, a finger sack such as a stationery has been substituted to hide swelling and deformation of the first and second joints of the fingers. In addition, there is known an orthopedic protection cap that can protect and shape fingers, but there is no dedicated supporter for protecting the first and second joints of the fingers (see Patent Document 1).

  There is a supporter that softens the resin once, hardens it according to the finger to be fixed, winds it around the finger, fixes the finger and supports it with a certain feeling of pressure, but blood flow is impaired for patients with osteoarthritis It gets worse and my fingers are stiff and unsuitable for use.

  Although there is a dedicated supporter that covers the second joint part of the finger to absorb the impact from the ball etc. in ball game and relieve the injury, it covers the affected part of the first finger joint or the second joint with osteoarthritis. There is no supporter that protects and supports the release of.

  As a supporter for the purpose of preventing injury, treatment or heat insulation of the joints of the elbows of the hands and the knees of the legs, a support device is provided along the collateral ligament to limit the range of motion by fixing the joints. Supporters such as a structure that restricts the range of motion by fixing the front and back blur of the joint portion with an elastic band (see Patent Document 2).

JP 2004-41662 A JP 2009-45378 A

  In general, the initial symptoms of Heberden and Buchard nodules, which are relatively common in women, are painful when the finger touches or presses something, but do not do anything and it does not work. Work becomes inconvenient and gradually the first or second joint becomes swollen.

  As the symptoms of this disease progress, the first or second joint may swell, redness, fever, pain in the joint, hand stiffness, finger numbness, blistering, etc. There is nothing special about how to treat or deal with this disease, and even if you keep your hands at rest, it will not improve. If you do not move your finger, blood flow will worsen, your finger may become stiff, the symptoms will worsen, and the pain may be worse.

  The biggest problem with these two illnesses is the appearance with swelling and deformation of the finger joint, and the lack of a dedicated finger joint supporter that is intended to hide the affected area.

  The pain in the affected area is severe, and when taping to protect the first and second joints of the fingers, it is not easy to perform appropriate taping with sufficient restraint because the fingers are thin and short Since a narrow taping tape is used, it often peels off in daily life. Further, taping on a finger is uncomfortable until it gets used to, and it disturbs the movement of the finger. If it is too tightly wound, the blood flow of the finger becomes worse and uncomfortable.

  In addition, when taping, the skin may be inflamed by irritation of the adhesive tape, and the skin may be irritated. There are tapings that use gel adhesives with moderate adhesive strength and do not cause the skin to stick, and the adhesive does not remain on the skin, but the fixing force is weak and cannot be used. When taping, there is a non-adhesive underlap tape that protects the skin and then fixing with ordinary tape, but it is very difficult to wind the tape and it is difficult to use it easily in daily life. It is. Since the underwrap tape expands when it contains moisture, there is a drawback in that the tape must be removed when working in the kitchen.

  Supporters that improve the function of joint motion and maintain stability in hinge joints, such as elbow joints or knee joints, where the main functions are flexion and extension, preventing ligament or soft tissue damage at each joint. Has been provided, but there was a problem that there was no dedicated supporter for thin and short affected areas such as the first and second joints.

By repeating the keyboard input of a cash register, a personal computer, and a mobile phone, a finger load is applied, and the number of people with symptoms that hurt the first joint or the second joint of the finger is increasing.

  The present invention conceals the swelling and deformation of the first or second joint of the fingers due to the Heberden and Buchard nodules, which are deformable finger arthropathy of the fingers, and brings about the same effects as taping such as heat retention, etc. The purpose is to provide a supporter for a finger joint that can be used even by a healthy person and is easy to wear.

The finger joint supporter of the present invention is a cylindrical supporter having a length from the tip of the finger to the first joint and made of an elastic material, and is provided at a bent portion of the joint part inside the finger of the supporter. One rectangular opening is provided so that it can be attached to the first joint or the second joint of the finger.

The finger joint supporter according to claim 1 , further comprising an arcuate elastic material facing the X shape on an outer peripheral surface of the fingernail side of the finger joint supporter according to paragraph 0016, The part where the material abuts is a linear elastic material, and the arched elastic material is fixed to form a fulcrum axis of the joint part in bending and extending the first joint of the fingers or the second joint, and maintaining the fulcrum axis Is possible.

The finger joint supporter according to claim 2 is provided with an arcuate elastic material facing X-shaped on both the left and right sides of the outer surface of the finger joint supporter according to paragraph 0016 , wherein the arcuate elastic material is The abutting part is a linear elastic material, and the arched elastic material is fixed to form a fulcrum axis of the joint part in bending and extending the first joint of the finger or the second joint, and the fulcrum axis can be maintained. It is characterized by improving the lateral deformation of the finger.

Further, the finger joint supporter of the present invention is a cylindrical supporter having a length from the tip of the finger to the second joint and made of an elastic material, the first joint inside the finger of the supporter and Each of the bent portions of the second joint is provided with one rectangular opening so that the first joint and the second joint of the fingers can be attached.

The finger joint supporter according to claim 3 is opposed to the first and second joint portions of the finger joint on the fingernail side of the finger joint supporter according to paragraph 0019 in an X-shaped manner. An arcuate elastic material is provided, and the portion where the arcuate elastic material abuts is a linear elastic material, and the arcuate elastic material is fixed, and the fulcrum shaft of the joint part in bending and extending the first joint and the second joint of the fingers While being formed, it is possible to maintain the bending direction of the fulcrum shaft.

The finger joint supporter according to claim 4, wherein the finger joint supporter according to paragraph 0019 has an arcuate shape opposite to the left and right finger first joints and second joints on the outer peripheral surface of the finger joint supporter. An elastic material is provided, and a portion where the arched elastic material abuts is a linear elastic material, and the arched elastic material is fixed to form a fulcrum shaft of the joint portion in bending and extending the first joint and the second joint of the finger. At the same time, the fulcrum shaft can be maintained, and the lateral deformation of the finger is improved.

  By attaching it to the first finger joint, it is possible to conceal swelling and deformation caused by the Heberden nodule, and by attaching it to the second finger joint, it is possible to hide the swelling and deformation caused by the Buchard nodule. The therapeutic effect similar to taping, such as enhancing the site support and heat retention effect and preventing pain, can be brought about.

  By providing an opening on one side of the bent part of the joint with a cylindrical supporter, it can be expected to have a wide range of movement and an effect that does not hinder blood flow circulation without stuffiness. good. Since it is a cylindrical supporter made of a stretchable material, it can be easily mounted and re-mounted.

  An arcuate elastic material is provided opposite to the X-shape, and the portion where the arcuate elastic material abuts is a linear elastic material to fix the arcuate elastic material, thus eliminating stress applied during extensor and flexor muscles. It brings analgesic action. It can also prevent joint twists and prevent pain by reducing the collateral ligaments accurately. Therefore, if a healthy person who has no symptoms of degenerative joints repeats keyboard input on a mobile phone, etc., and the fingers are overloaded and the first or second joint of the fingers is damaged, it can also be used as a finger joint supporter. Since it can be used and the fingertip is opened, there is an advantage that there is no trouble in keyboard input.

In addition, by using polyurethane elastic fiber as the material, it has a water resistance function, so it is possible to perform water work in the kitchen or the like without being removed.

The perspective view which shows the state which fitted this invention to each finger | toe. Explanatory drawing which shows the example which looked at embodiment of this invention from the inner side of the finger | toe. Explanatory drawing which shows the example provided with the arched elastic body which looked at embodiment of this invention from the fingernail side. Explanatory drawing which shows the example provided with the arched elastic body which looked at embodiment of this invention from the side surface of the finger | toe. Explanatory drawing which shows the example which looked at embodiment in the case of mounting | wearing this invention to two joint parts from the inner side of the finger | toe. Explanatory drawing which shows the example provided with the arcuate elastic body which looked at the embodiment at the time of mounting this invention in two joint parts from the fingernail side. Explanatory drawing which shows the example provided with the arcuate elastic body which looked at the embodiment at the time of mounting this invention in two joint parts from the side surface of the finger | toe. The visual recognition figure which shows the example provided with the arcuate elastic body which looked at the embodiment at the time of mounting | wearing this invention to two joint parts from the side surface of the finger | toe. The visual recognition figure which shows the example provided with the arcuate elastic body which looked at the embodiment in the case of mounting | wearing this invention to two joint parts from the inner side of the finger | toe.

  Hereinafter, embodiments for carrying out the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view in which the finger joint supporters 1a, 1b, and 1c of the first joint or the second joint according to the present invention are attached to the first joint or the second joint of each finger. The first joint or the second joint finger joint supporter 1a is attached to the second joint of the right index finger, and the first joint or second joint finger joint supporter 1b is attached to the first joint of the right hand middle finger. The wrist joint supporter 1c of the first joint or the second joint is attached to the first joint of the right hand ring finger.

FIG. 2 is a view seen from the inside of the finger joint supporter 1a of the first joint or the second joint according to the present invention. The support body 2 of the first joint or the second joint is adapted to the length from the average finger tip to the first joint of the female index finger to the little finger, and to the circumference of the first joint or the second joint. Prepare the combined dimensions. Although it is necessary to change the cylindrical diameter depending on the swelling and deformation state of the joint, three sizes of large, medium, and small are prepared in consideration of providing inexpensively.
The cylindrical diameter is not limited to three types, and may be formed in various types according to the swelling and deformation state. If the size of the finger is too small, the finger is fastened to the supporter body 2 of the first joint or the second joint, making it difficult to bend, resulting in worsening blood circulation and pain. On the other hand, if the size of the deformed joint part is too large, the supporter body 2 of the first joint or the second joint is likely to be loosely moved with respect to the finger, and the protection of the affected part cannot be ensured.
Therefore, preparing a fitting suitable for the size of the joint part to be worn as much as possible can hide the swelling and deformation due to osteoarthritis of the fingers and serve as a supporter.

  The support body 2 of the first joint or the second joint is a cylinder made of a fiber material such as nylon or polyester, and is made of an elastic material that expands and contracts in the direction parallel to the axis of the cylinder and in the circumferential direction of the cylinder. ing. The support body 2 of the first joint or the second joint is not limited to the material, and may be any stretch fabric, and if the air permeability is important, the mesh structure has stretch. There may be. Further, by using polyurethane elastic fiber used as a swimwear as the material, it has a water resistance function, so that it is possible to perform water work in a kitchen or the like without being removed.

  The bent part of the inner joint part of the finger of the supporter body 2 of the first joint or the second joint is provided with one opening 3 in order not to limit the range of motion and to improve air permeability for the purpose of preventing stuffiness. ing. The opening 3 is formed in a rectangular shape so as to be long in the crease direction of the finger of the finger joint, and is formed in the cylindrical central portion of the support body 2 of the first joint or the second joint.

FIG. 3 is a view of the finger joint supporter 1b of the first joint or the second joint as another embodiment according to the present invention as viewed from the fingernail side. The finger joint supporter 1b of the first joint or the second joint is for the purpose of protecting the joint part and promoting the stability of the finger, and in addition to the supporter body 2 of the first joint or the second joint of FIG. An arcuate elastic material 4 is provided on the outer periphery of the facing surface, and a portion with which the arcuate elastic material 4 abuts is configured by fixing the arcuate elastic material 4 with a linear elastic material 5.
The arcuate elastic material 4 abuts the other arcuate elastic material 4 in an X shape so as to face each other, and the abutting portion is formed by being fixed by the linear elastic material 5.
The strength is increased by fixing the intersection of the bow-shaped elastic material 4 in contact with the X-shape and the linear elastic material 5, and the fulcrum shaft of the joint portion in bending and extending the first joint or the second joint of the finger And the fulcrum shaft can be maintained. In addition, it is preferable that the linear elastic material 5 is disposed at the facing position of the opening 3 in order to stably exhibit the supporter function.

  FIG. 4 is a view of a finger joint supporter 1c of a first joint or a second joint as another embodiment according to the present invention as seen from the side of the finger. The finger joint supporter 1c of the first joint or the second joint is capable of protecting the joint part and maintaining the lateral direction of the finger, and for the purpose of promoting stability so as to prevent twisting. Alternatively, in addition to the support body 2 of the second joint, an arcuate elastic material 4 and a linear elastic material 5 similar to those in FIG. 3 are provided. One pair of finger joint supporters 1c of the first joint or the second joint is formed on each side so that the linear elastic material 5 is disposed at a position 90 ° in the circumferential direction from the opening 3. Since the arched elastic material 4 and the linear elastic material 5 are provided on both sides, a remarkable effect of relieving pain against finger twisting can be expected.

  The arcuate elastic material 4 and the linear elastic material 5 in FIGS. 3 and 4 are made of an elastic material such as rubber or silicon material, but are not limited to the material, and any material having elasticity may be used. Any thing is acceptable. The arcuate elastic material 4 and the linear elastic material 5 may be fixed by sewing with an adhesive or a fiber thread.

FIG. 5 is a view of the first joint and the second joint according to the present invention viewed from the inside of the finger joint supporter 6a, and the technical features are the same as those in FIG. The support body 7 of the first joint and the second joint is adapted to the length from the average finger tip to the second joint of the female index finger to the little finger, and to the peripheral length of the first joint or the second joint. Prepare the combined dimensions. Although it is necessary to change the cylindrical diameter depending on the swelling and deformation state of the joint, three sizes of large, medium, and small are prepared in consideration of providing inexpensively.
The cylindrical diameter is not limited to three types, and may be formed in various types according to the swelling and deformation state. If the size of the finger is too small, the fingers are tightened on the support body 7 of the first joint and the second joint, making it difficult to bend, and blood circulation may be worsened and painful. In addition, if the size of the deformed joint part is too large, the supporter body 7 of the first joint and the second joint is likely to move freely with respect to the finger, and it becomes impossible to secure protection of the affected part.
Therefore, preparing a fitting suitable for the size of the joint part to be worn as much as possible can hide the swelling and deformation caused by the deformed joint, and fulfills the function as a supporter.

  The support body 7 of the first joint and the second joint is a cylinder made of a fiber material such as nylon or polyester, and is made of an elastic material that expands and contracts in the direction parallel to the axis of the cylinder and in the circumferential direction of the cylinder. ing. The support body 7 of the first joint and the second joint is not limited to the material, and may be any fabric as long as it has stretchability. There may be. Further, by using polyurethane elastic fiber used as a swimwear as the material, it has a water resistance function, so that it is possible to perform water work in a kitchen or the like without being removed.

  The supporter body 7 of the first joint and the second joint has improved air permeability in order to prevent the range of motion from being restricted at the bent portions inside the fingers of the first joint portion and the second joint portion, and to prevent stuffiness. Two openings 3 are provided for this purpose. The opening 3 has a rectangular shape so as to be long in the direction of the crease of the finger of the finger joint, and is located at each of the first joint portion and the second joint portion of the support body 7 of the first joint and the second joint. It is formed as follows.

FIG. 6 is a view of the finger joint supporter 6b of the first joint and the second joint as another embodiment according to the present invention as viewed from the fingernail side, and the technical features are the same as those in FIG. The first joint joint supporter 6b for the second joint is intended to protect the joint part and promote stability in the bending direction of the finger. In addition to the support body 7 for the first joint and the second joint in FIG. An arcuate elastic material 4 is provided on the outer periphery of the opposite face of the opening 3, and a portion with which the arcuate elastic material 4 abuts is configured by fixing the arcuate elastic material 4 with a linear elastic material 5.
The arcuate elastic material 4 abuts the other arcuate elastic material 4 in an X-shape so as to face the other, and the abutting portion is fixed by the linear elastic material 5, and the first joint portion and the second It is formed to be at the position of the joint.
The strength is increased by fixing the intersection of the bow-shaped elastic material 4 in contact with the X-shape and the linear elastic material 5, and the fulcrum shaft of the joint portion in bending and extending the first joint or the second joint of the finger And the fulcrum shaft can be maintained.
In addition, it is preferable that the linear elastic material 5 is disposed at the facing position of the opening 3 in order to stably exhibit the supporter function.

FIG. 7 is a view of the finger joint supporter 6c of the first joint and the second joint as another embodiment according to the present invention as viewed from the side of the finger, and the technical features are the same as those in FIG. The first joint joint supporter 6c and the second joint support 6c can protect the joint part and maintain the left and right directions of the finger, and are intended to promote stability so as to prevent twisting. In addition to the support body 7 of the joint and the second joint, an arcuate elastic material 4 and a linear elastic material 5 similar to those in FIG. 6 are provided.
The finger joint supporter 6c of the first joint and the second joint is provided on each of the side surfaces so that the linear elastic material 5 is disposed at a position of 90 ° in the circumferential direction from the opening 3, and the first joint and One set is formed at the position of the second joint. Since the arched elastic material 4 and the linear elastic material 5 are provided on both sides, a remarkable effect of relieving pain against finger twisting can be expected.

  The bow-shaped elastic material 4 and the linear elastic material 5 in FIGS. 6 and 7 are made of an elastic material such as rubber or silicon material, but are not limited to the material, and any material having elasticity may be used. Any thing is acceptable. The arcuate elastic material 4 and the linear elastic material 5 may be fixed by sewing with an adhesive or a fiber thread.

  FIG. 8 is a visual view having the bow joint elastic material 4 and the linear elastic material 5 as viewed from the side, with the wrist joint supporter 6c of the first joint and the second joint according to the present invention attached to the right hand finger.

  FIG. 9 is a visual view having the two joints 3 as viewed from the inside of the finger when the finger joint supporter 6c of the first joint and the second joint according to the present invention is attached to the right index finger.

The supporter for the first finger joint according to the present invention is industrially inexpensive and can be mass-produced. If the supporter diameter and length are changed, it can also be used for wrist, elbow, knee and toe joints. Can be used with the intention of promoting the stability of each joint part, various damages of each joint part, or near various joint parts. Various kinds of damage to muscles or soft tissues can be prevented.
In the present invention, the opening is provided inside the bent portion of the finger joint so as not to limit the movable range. However, when it is desired to fix the affected part, it may be formed by a cylindrical supporter having no opening.

1a, 1b, 1c Supporter for finger joint of first joint or second joint 2 Supporter body for first joint or second joint 3 Opening portion 4 Arched elastic body 5 Linear elastic bodies 6a, 6b, 6c First joint and Second joint finger supporter 7 Supporter body of the first and second joints

Claims (4)

A cylindrical supporter body having a length from the tip of the finger to the first joint and made of a stretchable material, wherein a rectangular opening is formed at a bent portion of a joint part inside the finger of the supporter body. Provided on the outer surface of the fingernail side of the supporter body with an arcuate elastic material facing the X shape, The portion where the arched elastic material abuts is a linear elastic material, and the arched elastic material is fixed to form a fulcrum axis of the joint part in bending and extending the first joint of the finger or the second joint, and the fulcrum Finger joint supporter characterized in that it can maintain the axis. A cylindrical supporter body having a length from the tip of the finger to the first joint and made of a stretchable material, wherein a rectangular opening is formed at a bent portion of a joint part inside the finger of the supporter body. Provided in place, can be attached to the first joint or the second joint of the fingers, and on both the left and right sides on the outer peripheral surface of the supporter body are provided with an arcuate elastic material facing the X shape, The portion where the elastic material abuts is a linear elastic material that fixes the bow-shaped elastic material to form a fulcrum axis of the joint portion in bending and stretching of the first joint of the finger or the second joint, maintenance becomes possible, finger joint supporter characterized that you improve lateral deformation of the finger. A cylindrical support body having a length from the tip of the finger to the second joint and made of a stretchable material, and having a rectangular shape at the bent portion of the first joint and the second joint inside the finger of the supporter One opening is provided for each of the first and second joints of the fingers, and can be attached to the first joint and second joint on the outer surface of the supporter body on the fingernail side. And an arcuate elastic material opposed to the X-shape, and a portion where the arcuate elastic material abuts is a linear elastic material, and the arcuate elastic material is fixed, and the first and second joints of the fingers are bent. A finger joint supporter characterized in that it forms a fulcrum shaft of the joint part during stretching and maintains the bending direction of the fulcrum shaft. A cylindrical support body having a length from the tip of the finger to the second joint and made of a stretchable material, and having a rectangular shape at the bent portion of the first joint and the second joint inside the finger of the supporter One opening can be provided for each of the first and second joints of the fingers, and X and X can be attached to the first and second joints of the left and right fingers on the outer peripheral surface of the supporter body. An arcuate elastic material is provided opposite to the letter shape, and the portion where the arcuate elastic material abuts is a linear elastic material that adheres the arcuate elastic material, and in bending and stretching of the first joint and the second joint of the fingers A finger joint supporter characterized in that it forms a fulcrum shaft of a joint part, enables maintenance of the fulcrum shaft, and improves lateral deformation of the finger.

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