KR101097106B1 - A traction apparatus for the lumbar using gravity - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A traction device for the backbone is provided to reduce the burden of weight applied to the lumbar and to minimize pain according to a long time use. CONSTITUTION: A traction device for the backbone comprises: a traction unit(10) having elastic restoring force; a fixing unit(20) which is combined with the traction unit and is attached in order to be fixed while surrounding the waist of a user; and a position correction unit(30) which is integrated with the fixing unit, is expanded downward from both sides of the user, and is able to be drawn downward in order to set the initial position of the fixing unit.

Description

A traction apparatus for the lumbar using gravity}

The present invention relates to a spinal traction device using gravity, and more particularly, to a spinal traction device using gravity attached to a chair to enable substantial spine correction and long-term spine treatment by applying traction therapy.

Commonly known low back pain is muscle weakness and ligament stiffness due to lack of exercise or excessive load, resulting in stiffening of the muscles and ligaments of the lumbar spine and inadequate blood circulation, soft tissues of the muscles and ligaments supporting the lumbar region. The weakening occurs due to various factors such as narrowing of the spinal support and consequent pressure on the nerves. If the degree is severe, surgery is performed. However, most back pains can be treated by simple towing of the lumbar region. Traction therapy is the treatment of back pain with adequate traction to widen the spine.

On the other hand, modern people spend a lot of time sitting on chairs for a long time. Modern people who spend a lot of time driving or sitting in a chair such as a car or airplane for a long time, or living in a chair for a long time, such as an office worker, have a lot of diseases related to the spine or lower back because the pressure applied to the back gives a lot of pressure to the spine for a long time. And cause fatigue. As such, even though the life of modern people is exposed to diseases of the lower back and lumbar spine, due to the fact that no proper prevention or treatment device has been developed, there is a problem that the traction treatment is temporarily received at the hospital.

Utility model registration No. 0368705 discloses a waist traction device used to attach to a chair to solve such a problem, the configuration is made of a strong cloth or leather enough to tow a person as shown in FIG. The buckle (3, 3-1) and the adjustable length stopper (2, 2-1) that can be combined with each other on both ends of the bag (1) is formed, and the upper and lower portions of the buckle (1) It is formed of a fixing device such as a wire (string) (4, 5) that can be fixed or fixed to a chair made of a device that can pull the waist.

However, such a lumbar traction device has the following inconveniences in use.

First, the waist traction device as described above should be used after adjusting the length of the wire to be fixed to the chair, it is not easy to fit the abdominal band of the initial position is fixed to the user's waist area of course, the adjustment is very easy during use Uncomfortable.

Second, the position of the abdomen is always fixed to provide only the traction according to the user's weight, most of the weight is weighted on the abdomen, the traction force applied to the human body has been concentrated and difficult to wear for a long time.

Third, the stomach band is supported by the same pressure on the waist of the user is a concentration phenomenon of the pressure is generated according to the user's body is difficult to use for a long time.

In order to solve the problems as described above, the present invention to reduce the weight burden applied to the lumbar region by towing in the opposite direction to gravity, as well as to minimize the pain caused by long-term use and using the convenience of gravity setting convenient to the waist when installed in the chair The problem is to provide a traction device for the spine.

In order to solve the above problems, the present invention is detachably coupled so as to be supported on the upper end support is disposed in both sides of the waist side of the user and having an elastic restoring force upward; Fixing means coupled to the traction means, the fixing means is attached to be fixed to surround the waist of the user; And it is made integral with the fixing means, and extends downward from both sides of the waist side of the user provides a traction device for gravity using a gravity comprising a downward retractable position correction means to set the initial position of the fixing means. .

Here, the position correcting means is preferably made of a grip member which can be gripped by the user and disposed in line with the towing means. In addition, the towing means, the elastic member having a length disposed on the upper side of the waist of the user from the upper end of the chair and the elastic repulsion force is applied to the weight of the user, and the elastic member is detachable to the upper end of the chair It is preferably made of a fastening member to fasten.

Further, the fixing means has a width greater than the waist width of the user, and both ends of the velcro male and female are provided with a detachable belt member, the fixing means is to reduce the frictional force of the portion in contact with the waist of the user It is preferable to further include an elastic pad including an elastic material so as to be coupled to at least one or more positions.

On the other hand, the upper end support, the support bar is detachably fixed to both sides of the lower portion of the chair, and the upper end of the support bar, comprising a connecting bar coupled to the traction means, the support bar is a pneumatic cylinder Is preferred.

Through the above solution, the present invention provides the following effects.

First, the present invention is to straighten the upper body of the user while straightening the upper body of the user while reducing the load on the user's waist and spine by supporting the upper body of the user wearing the fixing means with a constant elastic force in the upper portion of the chair to correct the posture sitting on the chair Of course, by relaxing the spinal liver to treat spinal diseases such as back pain.

Second, the traction device of the present invention generates a traction force by the elastic member of the elastic material is excellent in activity even after wearing it is easy for office work, learning and naturally stretched back and back due to the pull back from the back, if necessary fall from the chair It may be.

Third, the traction device of the present invention can be conveniently used because it can be easily detached to various chairs, as well as by using the position fixing means to precisely position the waist portion by pulling the position correction means according to the upper body length of the user. The traction can be adjusted for a long time. In addition, the present invention is further provided with an elastic pad to alleviate the frictional force due to the pressing of the fixing means to minimize the pain, there is no inconvenience to use for a long time.

Fourth, the traction means of the traction apparatus according to the present invention is not only provided to be coupled to the upper end of the chair, but also compatible with the general chair by using a separate upper support including a support bar and a connection bar that can be fixedly installed on one side of the lower chair. Can be applied.

1 is a perspective view showing a waist traction device used to attach to a conventional chair.
Figure 2 is a perspective view showing a traction device for spine using gravity according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a schematic diagram showing the state of use of the traction device for spine using gravity according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is a perspective view showing a traction device for spine using gravity according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 5 is a schematic diagram showing the installation state of the traction device for spine using gravity according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 is a perspective view showing another embodiment applicable to each of the traction device for spine using gravity according to each embodiment of the present invention.
7 is a cross-sectional view taken along the AA ′ direction in FIG. 6.
8 is a perspective view showing a traction device for the spine using gravity according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings will be described in detail the traction device for the spine using gravity in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2 is a perspective view showing a traction device for the spine using gravity according to an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 3 is a schematic diagram showing a state of use of the traction device for spine using gravity according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in Figures 2 and 3, the traction device 100 using gravity in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention includes a traction means 10, a fixing means 20 and a position correction means 30 Is done.

The present invention has a position correction means 30 that can be pulled by the user to conveniently set the initial position of the fixing means 20 and the adjustment of the traction force while enabling the position adjustment of the position correction means 30 It is provided with a traction means 10 having an elastic force to facilitate.

In detail, the traction means 10 is detachably coupled to be supported by an upper end support such as an upper end of the chair 110 and is disposed at both sides of the waist of the user 120 to have an elastic restoring force upward.

To this end, the traction means 10 has a length (L) disposed on the upper side of the waist of the user 120 from the upper end of the chair 110 and the elastic repulsion force against gravity according to the weight of the user 120 It is preferable that the elastic member 11 to be applied, and the fastening member 13 for detachably fastening the elastic member 11 to the upper end of the chair 110.

Here, the elastic member 11 is coupled to the fixing means 20 in a wire shape, a band shape or the like as shown using an elastic body such as rubber, spring, such elastic member 11 is a pair It is made to be disposed on both sides of the user side of the 120 and has a sufficient rigidity to pull the weight of the user 120.

As described above, the traction means 10 generates the traction force by the elastic member 11 of the elastic material, so the activity is excellent even after wearing, so it is easy for office work and learning, and the waist and the back are naturally stretched by being pulled from the back of the waist, If necessary, you can fall off the chair.

In addition, the fastening member 13 refers to a ring portion 13a formed inside while being coupled to the end of the elastic member 11 as a metal or synthetic resin material. The towing device 100 through the fastening member 13 is inserted into the connecting stick 112 of the chair 110 provided with a head rest 111 such as a vehicle seat. It can be installed in the chair (110).

On the other hand, the fixing means 20 coupled to the elastic member 11 of the traction means 10 is attached to be wrapped around the waist of the user 120 is fixed. Here, the coupling point of the fixing means 20 and the elastic member 11 is preferably connected in pairs at positions symmetrical on both sides of the back of the wearer. Through this, the elastic member 11 is in contact with the convex muscles on both sides of the wearer's back, so that it is not in contact with the spine, thereby preventing the occurrence of discomfort due to contact with the spine when worn.

In detail, it is preferable that the fixing means 20 has a width W 'of the waist width W of the user 120 or more, preferably an upper and lower width of 10 cm or more, thereby widening the contact area. This can prevent the burden on the stomach as a certain part of the stomach is tightened. In addition, it is preferable that the male and female of the velcro 21 are provided at both ends of the fixing means 20 having the wide upper and lower widths, respectively, to be made of a detachable belt member.

In addition, the coupling method of the fixing means 20 is not limited to the velcro (velcro) 21, it is also possible to have a buckle (buckle) at both ends of the fixing means, but such a buckle to fit the waist circumference of the user While there is a hassle to adjust the length of the belt one by one, the Velcro 21 has the advantage that it can be attached directly while tightening to fit the waist of the user if it has enough length.

Of course, it is also possible to adjust the length of the fixing means by forming a plurality of slits (slit) at regular intervals at the other end while mounting a button or a locking pin on one end of the fixing means.

And, since the fixing means 20 may be made of cloth, leather, as well as other synthetic resins, but not limited to the material, it is preferable to support the spine lightly and lightly so that the user 120 feels comfortable to wear. For example, a traction belt used for traction therapy for medical purposes may be used.

On the other hand, the position correction means 30 coupled to be made integrally with the fixing means 20 extends downward from both side portions of the waist of the user 120 is downward to set the initial position of the fixing means 20 It is made towable.

That is, the position correction means 30 serves as a handle for adjusting the position of the fixing means 20 by pulling the user 120 to help the fixing means 20 to accurately wrap the waist portion.

Here, the position correcting means 30 is a grip (grip) that can be held by the user 120 by the hand (grip) is preferably made of a grip member disposed in line with the towing means (10).

For example, the position correcting means 30 is coupled to both ends of the band made of a material such as synthetic resin overlapping the fixing means 20 to form a ring while overlapping the central portion of the finger of the user 120 or It refers to a grip member that can be used as a handle by inserting a hand into the ring. Of course, the shape of the position correction means 30 is not limited thereto.

Referring to the method of using and the effect of the spinal traction device using gravity as described above are as follows.

First, chairs come in various types and forms. These chairs are elastically cushioned at the user's seated or reclining area while the backrest is elastically bent or provided with various convenience devices such as headrests, armrests, and adjusting devices so that the user can feel comfortable and comfortable even if the user is sitting for a long time. Use the member.

When sitting for a long time by supporting such a cushion member, the user's posture is disturbed, causing pain in the lower back and spine. To relieve such pain as well as to correct the sitting posture, the traction device for the spine using gravity of the present invention. Use

Referring to FIG. 3, first, the hook portion 13a of the fastening member 13 is inserted into the connection stick 112 in a state in which the headrest 111 of the vehicle chair or the general chair is separated from the chair 100. 110).

At this time, the elastic member 11 provided in the form of a pair of bands extending from the fastening member 13 minimizes interference with the back portion of the user 120 and does not inhibit the traction force and at the same time effective traction force to the spinal region It is disposed on both sides of the waist side, that is, the side of the user 120 so as to operate, and initially has a length (L) disposed on the upper side of the waist of the user 120.

As described above, the user 120 is seated in the state in which the traction device 100 is installed, while holding the position correction means 30 with both hands in a state where the upper body is inclined forward as shown in the dotted line shown below, as shown by arrow 1. When pulled, the fixing member 20 is moved downward while the elastic member 11 is extended.

At this time, the position correction means 30 is disposed in a straight line with the elastic member 11 is pulled in the opposite direction on the same line as the direction of the force acting the elastic force is easy to fit the fixing means 20 to the waist portion. Do.

On the other hand, the fixing means 20 is moved to the lower side when the upper body of the user 120 at the position surrounding the waist portion of the user 120 leaning on the lumber support (lumber support, 113) as shown in the arrow 2 shown in the fixed The means 20 is pressurized between the back of the chair and the waist of the user by the weight of the upper body of the user 120 to be temporarily fixed. At this time, the user 120 releases his hand from the position correction means 30 to fix the fixing means ( By attaching the Velcro 21 of the 20, the traction device 100 can be accurately positioned and fixed to the waist of the user 120. Of course, by pulling the fixing means 30 to the bottom of the user's thigh, the traction device 100 is attached to the user 120 by attaching the velcro 21 of the fixing means 20 in a temporarily fixed state. It may be fixed while being disposed below the waist region of the.

At this time, the elastic member 13 has a length (L ') extending than the initial length (L) by the elastic restoring force is applied to pull the fixing means 20 while pulling upwards and the fixing means 20 is pulled As the lumbar region of the user 120 wrapped by the fixing means 20 is naturally drawn, a relaxation force is generated between the vertebrae. Here, the width W 'of the fixing means 20 is wider than the waist width W so that the support area that the user contacts while leaning is widened, thereby preventing the fixing means 20 from being separated.

That is, by using the gravity according to the weight of the user 120, the lumbar region of the user 120 is pulled upward by the elastic repulsion force.

Furthermore, in order for such a traction to be applied, the user 120 is held in contact with the chair 110 by the force of the fastening means 20. The surface is widely distributed to minimize the loss due to the friction of the fixing means 20 can be effectively towed.

In this way, the traction device 100 of the present invention can provide a sufficient traction without applying excessive force to the waist of the user 120, the fixing means 20 through the position correction means 30 in use By correcting the position of), the correct towing position can be conveniently corrected and performed.

Therefore, the traction device 100 for gravity using the gravity of the present invention to reduce the burden on the user's waist and spine by traction support the upper body of the user with a constant elastic force in the upper portion of the chair. Through this, the wearer can not only correct the posture of sitting on the chair, but also relax the spine to treat spinal diseases such as back pain.

For example, if you are sitting in a chair for long periods of time driving, working, or studying, you can relieve fatigue and promote safe driving and maintain a natural waist line.

On the other hand, Figure 4 is a perspective view showing a traction device for the spine using gravity according to another embodiment of the present invention, Figure 5 shows the installation state of the traction device for spine using gravity according to another embodiment of the present invention Schematic diagram.

Since the basic configuration except for the fastening member of the present embodiment is the same as the above-described embodiment, a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

As shown in Figures 4 and 5, in the case of the chair 510 is not provided with a headrest, it is preferable that the fastening member 43 is composed of a fastening band formed with a ring portion (43a).

That is, by changing the shape of the fastening member 43 in the traction device 400 consisting of the traction means 10, the fixing means 20 and the position correction means 30 can be installed in other chairs.

Referring to the use method and the operation and effect of the present embodiment as described above with reference to Figures 4 and 5, in the case of the chair 510 without a headrest, the fastening members each consisting of a fastening band at the end of the elastic member 11 It is provided with a 43 so as to surround the both sides in the longitudinal direction of the lumber support 513 to be arranged up and down to install the traction device 400.

At this time, the upper end of the elastic member 11 is preferably disposed on the upper end of the lumber support 513 because it is advantageous to provide a traction upwards.

In addition, the fastening member 43 is preferably made of an elastic band to be installed even if the length of the lumber support 513 is different, it is also possible to adjust the length of the band using a buckle or the like.

The fastening member 43 as described above allows the traction device 400 to be mounted on a chair having various shapes, thereby providing convenience in installation.

On the other hand, Figure 6 is a perspective view showing another embodiment applicable to each of the traction device for the spine using gravity according to each embodiment of the present invention, Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line AA '.

Since the basic configuration except for the elastic pad of the present embodiment is the same as each of the above-described embodiments, a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

 6 and 7, the fixing means 20 further includes an elastic pad 20a including an elastic material and coupled to at least one position to alleviate pain caused by friction with the user's waist. desirable.

That is, an elastic pad 20a is further provided on one side of the fixing means 20 to impart predetermined elasticity while preventing slipping. The elastic pad 20a is preferably made of a cover 20a-1 and a sponge 20a-2 which is an elastic material inserted therein.

For example, a plurality of elastic pads 20a are attached to both sides of the fixing means 20 on both sides of the fixing means 20 at predetermined sides with respect to the spine.

As such, when the fixing means 20 pressurizes the user's back, the elastic pad 20a minimizes the pain caused by the pressing by the fixing means 20 by alleviating the frictional pain caused by the pressing. You can feel comfortable even for long time use.

In addition, it is preferable to further include a blood circulation promoting material 61, such as a magnet, jade, etc. inside the elastic pad, that is, the blood circulation promoting material 61 having a plurality of disk forms of the sponge 20a-. It is inserted in the inner part of 2).

Such a configuration may be more effective than providing directly to the existing fixing means 20 because the elastic pad 20a is elastically press-contacted to assist the blood circulation of the waist region.

On the other hand, Figure 8 is a perspective view showing a traction device for the spine using gravity according to another embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, since the basic structure except for the structure of the upper support is the same as the above-described embodiment, a description of the same parts will be omitted.

As shown in FIG. 8, the traction device 800 according to the present embodiment provides a separate upper end support to be applied to a chair back to a chair without a separate fixing structure.

In detail, the upper end support includes a support bar 140 and a connection bar 150. Here, the support bar 140 is detachably fixed to both lower sides of the chair. Here, the support bar 140 preferably includes a support rod 145 coupled to the pneumatic cylinder 141 to provide an expansion restoration force in the direction of expansion.

In addition, the connection bar 150 is connected to the upper connection portion 136 of the support bar 140, the towing means is coupled. In detail, the connecting bar 150 is connected to the traction means 110 made of an elastic member 111 fixed by the clamp 112.

In addition, the lower connection portion 135 of the pneumatic cylinder is provided with a frame formed with fastening holes (130a, 130b) to be coupled to the support members on both sides of the lower chair. Through the fastening holes 130a and 130b, fastening members such as bolts are fixed to the support members of the chair, such that the upper end support may be firmly fixed to the chair.

As described above, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, but may be modified and implemented by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the claims of the present invention. Such modifications are within the scope of the present invention.

100,400,600: towing device 10: towing means
11: elastic member 13,43: fastening member
13a, 43a: ring portion 20: fixing means
20a: elastic pad 20a-1: cover paper
20a-2: sponge 21: velcro
30: position correction means 61: blood circulation promoting substance
110,510: Chair 111: Headrest
113,513: Lumber Support 120: User

Claims (5)

Traction means detachably coupled to be supported by the upper end support of the chair and having elastic restoring force upward while being disposed at both sides of the waist of the user;
Fixing means coupled to the traction means, the fixing means is attached to be fixed to surround the waist of the user; And
It is made integral with the fixing means, and extends downward from both sides of the waist of the user to the pull device using a gravity comprising a position correction means to be pulled downward to set the initial position of the fixing means. The method of claim 1,
The position correcting means is a traction device for gravity using the gravity, characterized in that the user is grip and made of a grip member disposed in line with the traction means. The method of claim 1,
The towing means,
An elastic member provided as a pair to have a length disposed on both sides of the waist of the user from an upper end of the chair, and an elastic member to which an elastic repulsion force is applied to the weight of the user;
Traction device for gravity using a gravity member, characterized in that made of a fastening member for detachably fastening the elastic member to the upper end of the chair. The method of claim 1,
The fixing means has a width greater than the waist width of the user, and both ends of the Velcro male and female are provided as a removable belt member,
The fixing means is a traction device for gravity using a gravity, characterized in that it further comprises an elastic pad coupled to at least one position and elastic material to relieve the frictional force of the portion in contact with the waist of the user. The method of claim 1,
The upper end support,
A support bar detachably fixed to both lower sides of the chair;
Is connected to the upper end of the support bar, including the connecting bar is coupled to the towing means,
The support bar is a traction device for gravity using gravity, characterized in that consisting of a pneumatic cylinder.

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