RU209388U1 - Simulator-plate with hexagonal cells for exercises on restoring finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients - Google Patents

Abstract

The utility model relates to medicine, to the section of neurology and neuropsychology, and can be used in the neurorehabilitation departments of neurological and neurosurgical clinics when conducting classes to restore impaired finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients. A simulator-plate with hexagonal cells for training in the restoration of finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients, containing a flat plastic base having a polyhexa configuration with six axes of symmetry, on the front side of which identical hexagonal cells-depressions are made, on the surface of each of which is applied her serial number. Moreover, in the center of the base there is one cell-recess, around which the remaining cells-recesses are arranged honeycomb-like. In the center of the reverse side of the base, a cylindrical hollow retainer is made, with the possibility of putting it on one of the fingers of the patient's hand. The technical result of the claimed utility model is the expansion of the arsenal of technical means for the simultaneous effective restoration of disturbed finger movements and short-term memory, provided due to the simplicity, compactness and location of structural elements that create a variety of finger movements and effective training of short-term memory. 3 w.p. f-ly, 3 ill.

Description

The utility model relates to medicine, to the section of neurology and neuropsychology, and can be used in the neurorehabilitation departments of neurological and neurosurgical clinics when conducting classes to restore impaired finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients.

Violation of the movements of the fingers and short-term memory occurs in neurological patients due to organic brain lesions of various etiologies.

To restore the disturbed movements of the fingers, special devices and simulators are used.

So, from the existing level of technology, the “Finger simulator” ZM-001 is known (ReaMed. Equipment for rehabilitation. Finger simulator - ZM-001, found on 07/05/2021 on the Internet at: https://reamed.su/ catalog/product/zm-001/).

Structurally, this simulator is a plastic "ladder" with "steps" on which the patient "steps" during the occupation of the fingers, which contributes to the gradual restoration of their movements.

The disadvantages of this simulator when using it are the following:

a) this simulator does not provide the possibility of conducting classes on the restoration of short-term memory;

b) the inability to change the degree of complexity of movements performed by the fingers;

c) the monotony of classes, which consists in the performance of stereotypical repetitive movements that contribute to the rapid fatigue of patients;

d) the possibility of conducting classes only in specially equipped rooms due to the dimensions of this simulator.

Along with impaired motor functions, neurological patients often have impairments of various types of memory, for the restoration of which various devices and simulators are also used. So, from the existing level, the device “Device-simulator for training in the restoration of short-term memory in patients with a neurological clinic” is known (RU 166679 U1 dated 12/10/2016). Structurally, this device is a plastic case, the interior of which is divided into separate compartments, each of which contains an LED, and in the upper part of the case there is a plate on which a worksheet with various images is placed, each of which is located strictly above one of the compartments. During the lesson, these images are illuminated by LEDs in a random order, and the patient needs to remember the sequence of their illumination, and in accordance with this, sequentially press the buttons corresponding to each of the compartments.

The disadvantages of this device when using it are the following:

a) this device is not intended for exercises to restore the movements of the fingers;

b) the need to use additional elements in the form of worksheets;

c) the technical complexity of the device, which includes various electronic components.

Also from the existing level of technology there are devices that provide the possibility of conducting classes aimed at the simultaneous restoration of motor and mental functions, for example, "A simulator-panel with hexagonal cells for exercises to restore finger movements and spatial memory in patients with a neurological clinic" (RU 189097 U1 dated May 13, 2019). Structurally, this device is a flat hexagonal base, on the surface of which there are nineteen hexagonal cells, in the center of each of which there is a round recess.

In the course of training with this device, a set of work cards is used, each of which contains an image of the device, with five hexagonal cells highlighted in color, the location of which the patient must remember, and from memory place the fingertips of his hand in the round recesses of the corresponding hexagonal cells.

The disadvantages of this device when using it are the following:

a) the need to use additional elements in the form of work cards;

b) classes with this device are possible only on the horizontal surface of the desktop.

In order to overcome the shortcomings of the above simulators and devices, a "Simulator-plate with hexagonal cells for training in restoring finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients" (hereinafter referred to as "Simulator-plate") has been developed.

The tasks to be solved by the claimed technical solution are:

a) providing the structural elements of the device with the possibility of conducting classes on the simultaneous restoration of disturbed movements of the fingers and short-term memory in neurological patients;

b) inclusion of the process of movements of the fingers due to the structural elements of the device in an activity that is interesting for patients, associated with the restoration of short-term memory;

c) the compactness of the "Simulator-plate", providing the possibility of its use in various conditions;

d) providing structural elements of the device, the possibility of complicating the movements of the fingers, as patients achieve positive results;

e) the simplicity of the design of the “Simulator-plate”, which contributes to its widespread introduction into clinical practice.

The technical result of the claimed utility model is the expansion of the arsenal of technical means for the simultaneous effective restoration of impaired finger movements and short-term memory, provided due to the simplicity, compactness and location of structural elements that create a variety of finger movements and effective training of short-term memory.

The technical result is achieved by the fact that a simulator plate with hexagonal cells has been created for training in restoring finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients, containing a flat plastic base having a polyhexa configuration with six axes of symmetry, on the front side of which identical hexagonal recessed cells are made , on the surface of each of which its serial number is applied, and in the center of the base there is one cell-recess, around which the remaining cells-recesses are located honeycomb-like, and in the center of the reverse side of the base there is a cylindrical hollow retainer, with the possibility of putting it on one of the fingers of the hand sick.

Preferably, the recessed cells are separated from each other and from the edges of the base by webs.

Preferably, the top edges of the webs are rounded.

Preferably, the recessed cells are highlighted in a color different from the color of the base.

The essence of the utility model "Simulator-plate with hexagonal cells for training on restoring finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients" is illustrated by drawings, which show:

In FIG. 1 - general view of the "Simulator-plate" from the front side;

In FIG. 2 - view of the "Simulator-plate" from the reverse side.

In FIG. 3 - side view of the "Simulator-plate".

The claimed "Simulator-plate" (see Fig. 1-3) is a flat plastic base (1) having a polyhexa configuration with six axes of symmetry, on the front side of which (see Fig. 1) identical hexagonal cells-recesses are made ( 2), on the surface of each of which its serial number (4) is applied in the form of a number or letter of the alphabet, and in the center of the reverse side of the base (1) there is a cylindrical retainer (3) (see Fig. 2, 3), which is put on one of the fingers of the patient's hand, providing fixation of the "Simulator-plate" during the exercise to restore the movements of the fingers and short-term memory.

The term "polyhex" means "a geometric figure in the form of a polygon composed of several regular hexagons connected by sides" (Wikipedia. Polyhex, found on 07/05/2021 on the Internet at: https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyhex #Number_polyhexes).

The dimensions of this particular "Simulator-plate" indicated below are not signs of narrowing the scope of legal protection, as they may change during its creation.

The width of the flat plastic base (1) along the horizontal axis is 50-80 mm, and the thickness is 4-8 mm.

The cell-recesses (2) made on the front side of the base (see Fig. 1) have the shape of regular hexagons, which are separated from each other and from the edges of the flat plastic base (1) by jumpers, the width of which is at least 2-3 mm.

At the same time, to ensure the possibility of moving the finger along the front surface of the flat plastic base (1), the upper edges of the jumpers are rounded.

Cells-recesses (2) are located on the front side of a flat plastic base (1) as follows: in the center of the base (1) there is one cell-recess (2), around which the remaining cells-recesses (2) are arranged in a honeycomb manner so that the total the number of recessed cells (2) is 7 (seven) or 19 (nineteen) pieces.

The dimensions of the cell-recess (2) depend on the dimensions of the flat plastic base (1) and the width of the lintels.

Cells-recesses (2) have the same depth, which is 1-3 mm.

On the surface of each of the cells-recesses (2) is applied (for example, with dark paint) its serial number (4) in the form of a number, for example, "1", "2", "3", "4", "5", etc. .d., or in the form of a letter of the alphabet, for example, "A", "B", "C", "D", "D", etc.

In this case, the numbers (4) of all cells-recesses (2) are of the same type, that is, they are either numbers or letters.

Made on the reverse side of a flat plastic base (1) cylindrical latch (3) (see Fig. 2, 3) has the shape of a hollow cylinder, 25-30 mm high, 15-20 mm inner diameter and 0.5-1 wall thickness, 5 mm.

In this case, the cylindrical fixator (3), due to the thin wall, must have a certain elasticity, which makes it possible to securely fix it on various fingers of the patients' hands.

For a better perception by patients of cells-recesses (2), they can be highlighted in color (for example, by means of paint) that differs from the color of the flat plastic base (1) of the "Simulator-plate".

Working with the useful model "Simulator-plate with hexagonal cells for training on restoring finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients" is carried out as follows.

Before the start of the lesson, the specialist fixes the "Simulator-plate" on one of the fingers of the patient's hand with impaired finger movements:

a) on the thumb, which makes it possible to work on restoring the movements of the index, middle, ring fingers;

b) on the middle finger, which makes it possible to work on restoring the movements of the thumb.

Along with the options described above, it is also possible to fix the "Simulator-plate" on other fingers of the patient's hand, for example, on the index finger.

Next, the specialist examines the degree of preservation of the movements of the patient's fingers. To do this, the patient runs each finger, the movement of which is being studied, along the front surface of the "Simulator-plate", and the specialist fixes the numbers (4) of the cells-depressions (2) to which the patient's finger reaches.

After that, the specialist calls the patient a sequence of numbers (letters) corresponding to the numbers (4) of the recessed cells (2), and the patient must remember this sequence, and alternately touch with the tip of the finger of all the recessed cells (2), the numbers (4) of which correspond the sequence named by the specialist.

At the same time, the specialist, naming certain numbers (letters), must take into account the range of movements available for each of the fingers of the patient's hand, so that all movements performed by the fingers of the hand are either accessible to the patient, or require him to apply certain, but not excessive efforts.

The number of numbers (letters) that make up the sequence called by the specialist may include from 3 or more numbers (letters) and increase as the patient achieves positive results in restoring short-term memory.

After the patient has completed the required number of exercises with the “Simulator-plate” fixed on one finger, the specialist alternately moves the “Simulator-plate” to the other fingers of the patient, who continues to perform the above exercises.

As the patient achieves positive results in restoring the movements of the fingers, the specialist increases the degree of complexity of the task, including in the sequence of numbers (4) he calls those recessed cells (2), the touch of which caused the patient the greatest difficulty or was inaccessible to him.

Thus, the effectiveness of the "Simulator-plate" is due to the fact that in the process of performing exercises, the movements of the patient's fingers are transferred to another, more secure level of implementation. This is ensured by the fact that the disturbed movements of the fingers are included in other activities aimed at restoring short-term memory, so the movements of the fingers become less voluntary and more accessible for patients to implement.

Along with exercises to restore finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients, the "Simulator-plate" can also be effectively used in the following cases:

a) when conducting classes to restore the movements of the fingers, impaired as a result of other causes - injuries, consequences of surgical operations, etc.;

b) when conducting correctional and developmental classes with children who have impaired formation of fine motor skills of the fingers and short-term memory.

Thus, the claimed "Simulator-plate" provides the possibility of conducting classes for the simultaneous restoration of impaired finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients, allowing the process of finger movements to be included in an interesting and attractive activity for patients, with a gradual increase in the degree of complexity of the movements performed.

The claimed "Simulator-plate" introduces an element of novelty into the process of rehabilitation classes, turning them into an interesting and attractive training for patients.

Due to the simplicity of design and ease of use, the "Simulator-plate" can be widely used in clinical practice.

Claims (4)

1. A simulator-plate with hexagonal cells for training in the restoration of finger movements and short-term memory in neurological patients, containing a flat plastic base having a polyhexa configuration with six axes of symmetry, on the front side of which identical hexagonal cells-depressions are made, on the surface of each of of which its serial number is applied, and in the center of the base there is one cell-recess, around which the remaining cells-recesses are arranged honeycomb-like, and in the center of the reverse side of the base there is a cylindrical hollow retainer, with the possibility of putting it on one of the fingers of the patient's hand. 2. The simulator-plate according to claim 1, characterized in that the cells-recesses are separated from each other and from the edges of the base by jumpers. 3. The simulator-plate according to claim 2, characterized in that the upper edges of the jumpers are rounded. 4. The simulator-plate according to claim 1, characterized in that the cells-recesses are highlighted in a color different from the color of the base.

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