KR20230149521A - A Device for Treating a Scoliosis with a Structure of a Shift Restraint - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a scoliosis corrector with a displacement-limiting structure. The scoliosis corrector having a displacement-limiting structure includes at least one correction band (12a to 12d) formed to surround at least a portion of the human body with respect to the spine; And it includes position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) whose both ends are respectively coupled to the correction bands (12a to 12d) and articles worn on the human body.

Description

Scoliosis Corrector {A Device for Treating a Scoliosis with a Structure of a Shift Restraint}

The present invention relates to a scoliosis corrector with a displacement-limiting structure, and more specifically, to a scoliosis corrector with a displacement-limiting structure that can limit changes in the position of a brace worn on the body.

Various types of braces for the correction of scoliosis are known in the art, and various types of braces made of structures that can be worn on the body, for example, in the form of clothing, vests, or bands, are known in the art. Patent Publication No. 10-2016-0146269 discloses a scoliosis brace that can restore the normal curvature of the spine. Patent registration number 10-1769288 discloses a spinal assist device for scoliosis patients. If the brace is structured like a band, vest, or garment worn on the upper body, it needs to be stably fixed in the position where it is supposed to be worn. However, positional movement or displacement may occur during activities or due to the characteristics of the material itself. For example, when braces are worn on the body, the lower part of the brace may roll up and the brace itself may become distorted due to human activity. Therefore, there is a need to create a method to limit or prevent the displacement of such braces, but the prior art does not disclose this.

The present invention is intended to solve the problems of the prior art and has the following purposes.

Prior art 1: Patent publication number 10-2016-0146269 (Seonyeong Kang, published on December 21, 2016) Scoliosis brace Prior art 2: Patent registration number 10-1769288 (Value & Trust Co., Ltd., announced on August 21, 2017) Asymmetric spinal assist device for scoliosis patients

An object of the present invention is to provide a scoliosis corrector having a displacement-limiting structure and a wear fixing means that allows the corrector to be stably fixed in a worn state.

According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a scoliosis corrector having a displacement-limiting structure includes at least one correction band formed to surround at least a portion of the human body with respect to the spine; and a position fixing means where both ends are respectively coupled to the correction band and an article worn on the human body.

According to another suitable embodiment of the present invention, the correction band has a plurality of direction change portions and further includes deformation limiting tabs formed on the direction change portions to limit deformation of the different portions.

According to another suitable embodiment of the present invention, the position fixing means is adjustable in length.

The scoliosis corrector with a displacement-limiting structure according to the present invention prevents positional changes such as rolling up of the end of the corrector or twisting of the corrector when worn. Thereby, the corrector according to the present invention improves the correction effect of scoliosis. The brace according to the present invention can be in various forms that can be worn on the human body, for example, a band, clothing, vest, or similar forms, but the present invention is not limited thereby. Additionally, the corrector according to the present invention may have various types of position fixing means, and the present invention is not limited thereby.

Figure 1 shows an embodiment of a scoliosis corrector with a displacement limiting structure according to the present invention.
Figure 2 shows a state in which the brace according to the present invention is worn on the human body.
Figures 3 and 4 show an embodiment of the position fixing means applied to the calibrator according to the present invention.
Figure 5 shows an embodiment of a garment-type brace according to the present invention.

Below, the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the embodiments shown in the attached drawings, but the examples are for a clear understanding of the present invention and the present invention is not limited thereto. In the description below, components having the same reference numerals in different drawings have similar functions, so unless necessary for understanding the invention, the description will not be repeated, and well-known components will be briefly described or omitted, but the present invention It should not be understood as being excluded from the embodiments.

Figure 1 shows an embodiment of a scoliosis corrector with a displacement limiting structure according to the present invention.

Referring to Figure 1, the scoliosis corrector having a displacement-limiting structure includes at least correction bands 12a to 12d formed to surround at least a portion of the human body with respect to the spine; And it includes position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) whose both ends are coupled to the correction bands (12a to 12d) and articles worn on the human body, respectively.

The correction bands 12a to 12d may have a linearly extending band shape or a garment shape, and may have a structure in which a plurality of correction bands 12a to 12d are connected to each other. The correction bands 12a to 12d may be shaped to surround the human body based on the spine, for example, they may be shaped to surround the upper body. For example, the correction bands 12a to 12d include a first correction band 12a extending obliquely while being connected to a shoulder band 11 fixed to the shoulder; A second correction band (12b) connected to the first correction band (12a) and extending horizontally to surround the chest portion; A third correction band (12c) connected to the second correction band (12b) and extending at an angle from the chest toward the stomach; and a fourth correction band (12d) connected to the third correction band (12c) and extending horizontally to surround the lower abdomen. However, the number of correction bands 12a to 12d may vary, and the present invention is not limited thereby. Different calibration bands (12a to 12d) can be connected to the connection pads (13a, 13b, 13c), and the ends of the calibration bands (12a to 12d) can be connected to both parts of the connection pads (13a, 13b, 13c). there is. The connection pads 13a, 13b, and 13c may be made of a material or structure with different characteristics from the correction bands 12a to 12d. For example, the correction bands 12a to 12d may be made of an elastic material or structure, and the connection pads 13a, 13b, 13c may be made of a material or structure that has a very high elastic modulus and has limited elasticity. You can. As a result, the displacement or movement of each correction band 12a to 12d may be limited. Optionally, deformation limiting tabs 14a and 14b may be disposed on the connection pads 13a, 13b and 13c to restrict movement of the connection pads 14a, 14b and 14c. Specifically, the string portions of the correction bands 12a to 12d may be coupled to the connection pads 13a, 13b, and 13c in an overlapping manner, and the deformation limiting tabs 14a and 14b may be formed to penetrate them. Alternatively, the deformation limiting tabs 14a and 14b may be fixed to the connection pads 13a, 13b and 13c, and one end of the correction bands 12a to 12d may be coupled to the deformation limiting tabs 14a and 14b. In this way, the deformation limiting tabs 14a and 14b are formed on the direction change portions of the correction bands 12a to 12d extending in different directions and have the function of limiting the movement of the correction bands 12a to 12d in one direction. You can. According to one embodiment of the present invention, position correction means (15a, 15b, 15c) may be coupled to the correction bands (12a to 12d). For example, the position correction means (15a, 15b, 15c) may be combined with the fourth correction band (12d), and the position correction means (15a, 15b, 15c) may have an overall strip shape or a band shape, but is limited thereto. It doesn't work. The position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) may be integrally or separably coupled to the correction bands (12a to 12d). The position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) include an extension strip (151); and a coupling tab 152 formed at one end of the extension strip 151. The coupling tab 152 may be detachably coupled to, for example, stockings, a band designed to be worn independently on the leg, or a similar article worn on the body. Additionally, the extension strip 151 may be made of an elastic or stretchable material, but is not limited thereto. At least one position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) can be coupled to the correction bands (12a to 12d), and the position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) can have various structures that can be coupled to a wearing article. there is.

Figure 2 shows a state in which the brace according to the present invention is worn on the human body.

Referring to Figure 2, the correction bands 12a to 12c can be worn in a way that surrounds the upper body of the human body (H) and can be worn by applying pressure from both directions to straighten the spine (B). . The shoulder band 11 may be worn on the shoulder, and the first correction band 12a may extend from the shoulder band 11 to surround the chest area and be inclined toward the side of the chest. The first correction band 12a may be connected to a second correction band 12b extending from the side of the chest toward the opposite side and surrounding the upper abdomen. Additionally, the third correction band 13b may extend from the second correction band 12b toward the thigh, and scoliosis may be corrected by the first, second, and third correction bands 12a, 12b, and 12c. As described above, the ends of the different correction bands 12a, 12b, and 12c may be connected by connection pads 21a and 21b, and deformation limiting units 22a and 22b may be provided on the connection pads 21a and 21b. can be formed. The connection pads 21a and 21b or the deformation limiting units 22a and 22b have the same or similar functions as those described in FIG. 1 . At least one position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) may be coupled to the third correction band (12c). One end of the position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) may be integrally formed with the third correction band (12c) or may be detachably coupled to the third correction band (12c). And the other ends of the position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) may be detachably coupled to the wearing article 23, for example, stockings. The position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) may be various means that can be detachably coupled to the wearing article (23), for example, Velcro, hooks, locking tabs, adhesive tapes, or similar, whereby the present invention is limited. It doesn't work. By such position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c), the correction bands (12a, 12b, 12c) can be prevented from moving or being displaced, for example, the end of the third correction band (12c) is rolled up. The position of all or part of the correction bands 12a, 12b, and 12c may be prevented from changing. As a result, the wearing state can be fixed during various activities and the correction effect can be increased. The position fixing means 15a, 15b, and 15c may have various structures.

Figures 3 and 4 show an embodiment of the position fixing means applied to the calibrator according to the present invention.

Referring to Figure 3, the position fixing means may have a plurality of connecting legs (33a, 33b, 33c, 33d). Specifically, a fixing pad 31 may be formed in the central portion, and at least one coupling means 32 may be disposed on the fixing pad 31. A plurality of connection legs 33a to 33d may extend from the fixing pad 31, for example, four connection legs 33a to 33d may extend. Fastening means 34 may be formed at the ends of the plurality of connection legs 33a to 33d. In this structure, the fixing pad 31 can be coupled to the correction band by the coupling means 32. The coupling means 32 may be, but are not limited to, Velcro tape, hooks, loops, locking tabs, or similar means. The plurality of connecting legs 33a to 33d may each be coupled to a wearing article, for example, stockings or a separate wearing band worn on the thigh. It can be coupled to a wearing article by fastening means 34 formed at the ends of the four connecting legs 33a to 33d. The plurality of connecting legs 33a to 33d may be the same or have different lengths and may be in the shape of an elastic or stretchable band. The fastening means 34 may be, for example, a Velcro tape, and may be attached to various positions on the worn article to adjust its length appropriately. The position fixing means may be made of a structure whose length is adjustable.

Referring to Figure 4, a pair of extension bands (41a, 41b) may extend from a fastening means (42) such as a Velcro tape, and each end of the extension bands (41a, 41b) is connected to a length adjustment unit (43). ) can be connected to. Additionally, a coupling band 44 may be formed on the extension bands 41a, 41b or the length adjustment unit 43. The fastening means 42 may be detachably coupled to the wearing article, and the coupling band 44 may be integrally or detachably coupled to the correction band. As shown on the left side of FIG. 4, the length of the pair of extension bands 41a and 41b can be adjusted by the length adjustment unit 43. The length adjustment means 43 may have a structure similar to, for example, a belt or a strap adjustment means for various articles. Alternatively, the length adjustment means 43 may have a rotary dial structure as shown on the right side of FIG. 4. A pair of extension bands 41a and 41b can form an extension band 41 that extends in an overlapping manner, and the rotation control unit 45 is an control drum (41) having a drum or cylinder shape and a rotatable structure. 451); Fixed blocks (452a, 452b) disposed below and above the control drum (451), respectively; Rotation dial 453 for rotation of the regulating drum 451; and a guide gap 454 formed to bisect the half cylinder shape of the control drum 451. The extension strip 41 can be connected through the guide gap 454, and the length of the extension strip 41 can be adjusted by rotating the rotary dial 453. A rotation locking means for the rotary dial 453 may be formed, thereby preventing rotation of the rotary dial 453 or releasing the rotation lock. The coupling band 44 connected to the correction band is connected to the fixing blocks 452a and 452b, so that the length of the coupling band 44 can be maintained regardless of the length adjustment of the extension band 41. The length of the extension bands 41a, 41b, and 41 can be adjusted in various ways and is not limited to the presented embodiment.

Figure 5 shows an embodiment of a garment-type brace according to the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 5, a brace in the form of clothing or clothing may be worn on the human body, and a position fixing means may be coupled to prevent the brace 51 from moving up and down or rotating. Fastening holes 53a to 53k are formed in the lower portion of the straightener 51, and position fixing means may be coupled to the fastening holes 53a to 53k. The position fixing means includes a circular band-shaped fixing band (54); A fastening portion 55 formed on the fixing band 55; It includes at least one fastening strip (57) extending from the fastening portion (55). The fixing band 54 can be independently worn on the thigh or coupled to a wearing item such as stockings, and the tightness or coupling level of the fixing band 54 can be adjusted by the tightness adjustment unit 56. A coupling tab 58 may be formed at the end of each fixing strip 57, and the coupling tab 58 may be detachably coupled to the fastening holes 53a to 53k. The fixing strip 57 may be made of elastic or stretchy material, and the fixing band 54 may be coupled to various positions on the thigh or stocking and the tightness may be adjusted by the tightness adjustment unit 56. By such a position fixing means, a change in the position of the corrector 51 is prevented, so that the corrector 51 can be stably fixed in a given position, thereby increasing the correction effect.

Although the present invention has been described in detail above with reference to the presented embodiments, those skilled in the art will be able to make various variations and modifications without departing from the technical spirit of the present invention by referring to the presented embodiments. . The present invention is not limited by such variations and modifications, but is limited by the claims appended below.

11: shoulder band 12a to 12d: correction band
14a, 14b: Deformation limiting tabs 15a, 15b, 15c: Position fixing means

Claims (3)

At least one correction band (12a to 12d) formed to surround at least a portion of the human body based on the spine; and
A scoliosis corrector with a displacement-limiting structure including correction bands (12a to 12d) and position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c), each end of which is coupled to an article worn on the human body. The method of claim 1, wherein the correction bands (12a to 12d) have a plurality of direction change portions, and are formed on the direction change portions, and further include deformation limiting tabs (14a, 14b) that limit deformation of the different portions. Scoliosis corrector. The scoliosis corrector according to claim 1, wherein the position fixing means (15a, 15b, 15c) are adjustable in length.