WO2018064711A1 - Appareil de physiothérapie - Google Patents

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WO2018064711A1
WO2018064711A1 PCT/AU2017/050351 AU2017050351W WO2018064711A1 WO 2018064711 A1 WO2018064711 A1 WO 2018064711A1 AU 2017050351 W AU2017050351 W AU 2017050351W WO 2018064711 A1 WO2018064711 A1 WO 2018064711A1
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patient
extension element
fixing
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Beverley Quee
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Neurotek Pty Ltd
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H99/00—Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/16—Physical interface with patient
    • A61H2201/1602—Physical interface with patient kind of interface, e.g. head rest, knee support or lumbar support
    • A61H2201/1635—Hand or arm, e.g. handle
    • A61H2201/1638—Holding means therefor
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61H—PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS, e.g. DEVICES FOR LOCATING OR STIMULATING REFLEX POINTS IN THE BODY; ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION; MASSAGE; BATHING DEVICES FOR SPECIAL THERAPEUTIC OR HYGIENIC PURPOSES OR SPECIFIC PARTS OF THE BODY
    • A61H2201/00—Characteristics of apparatus not provided for in the preceding codes
    • A61H2201/16—Physical interface with patient
    • A61H2201/1602—Physical interface with patient kind of interface, e.g. head rest, knee support or lumbar support
    • A61H2201/164—Feet or leg, e.g. pedal
    • A61H2201/1642—Holding means therefor

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  • the present invention relates to a rehabilitation apparatus and method and in particular to an arm support apparatus for use by a patient during rehabilitation treatment.
  • the invention has been developed primarily for use as an arm support apparatus, and will be described hereinafter with reference to this application. However, it will be appreciated that the invention is not limited to this particular field of use.
  • a device for use as a rehabilitation aid when treating a patient including:
  • a support element for assisting a patient engage with the device
  • a fixing element (or means) that is coupled to a second end of the extension element, wherein the fixing element releasably couples the device to a surface.
  • the elongate extension element when the device is releasably coupled to a floor surface, the elongate extension element is biased into a substantially vertical configuration. More preferably, the support element is movable by the patient.
  • the elongate extension element when the device is releasably coupled to a wall surface, the elongate extension element is biased into a substantially horizontal configuration. More preferably, the support element is movable by the patient.
  • the fixing element is formed of a resilient material to provide the bias. More preferably, the fixing element is formed of (or has a body comprising) silicone or rubber.
  • the elongate extension element is releasably coupled to the support element.
  • the elongate extension element is releasably coupled to the fixing element.
  • the elongate extension element is length extendable.
  • the fixing element includes a suction cup fixing for coupling the device to the surface.
  • Alternative fixing element can be used, as known in the art.
  • the support element is in the form of a "U" shaped channel for receiving an arm or a leg of the patient.
  • the support element may be in the form of a grip element located about the first end of the extension element.
  • a "U" shaped channel may extend to provide an attachment that supports the wrist of a patient.
  • the device is a dynamic arm support system for use as a rehabilitation aid when treating a patient.
  • FIG. 1 shows a front view of an embodiment device
  • FIG. 2 shows a plan view of the device of FIG. 1 ;
  • FIG. 3 shows a front view o a device of FIG. 1 , when attached to a wall;
  • FIG. 4 shows a side view of an embodiment device;
  • FIG. 5 shows an embodiment device according to FIG. 4, as used in a reach exercise about a table surface
  • FIG. 6 shows an embodiment device, having an alternative fixing element
  • FIG. 7 shows an embodiment device, having an alternative fixing element
  • FIG. 1 shows a device 100 for use as a rehabilitation or physiotherapy aid when treating a patient (not shown).
  • the device 100 includes a support element 1 10 for assisting a patient hold or engagement with the device (e.g. directly supporting an arm or a leg of the patient), an elongate extension element (or pole) 120 that has coupling 1 1 1 to the support element at one end 121 of the extension element; and a fixing element (or means) 130 that is has a coupling 131 to the other end 122 of the extension element, wherein the fixing element can releasably couple the device to a surface 140 (such as a floor or a wall).
  • a surface 140 such as a floor or a wall
  • the support element 110 can be sized and configured to suit a patient. It will be appreciated that the support element can be formed from a mouldable material such as thermoplastics, and sized for fitting the patients arm or leg. The support element can also be removable, such that a replacement or new sized support elements can be attached.
  • the grip portion may optionally be moulded and/or padded.
  • the coupling 1 1 1 of the support element 1 10 to the elongate extension element 120 may be a rotatable or pivotal coupling that enables relative movement between the support element and the elongate extension element.
  • the support element may be rotatable about the axis of the elongate extension element.
  • the support element 110 may comprise a grip portion that assists a patient's engagement with the device (or use of the device).
  • a grip portion 112 may optionally be included about the extrusion element.
  • a "U" shaped channel may extend to provide an attachment that supports the wrist of a patient.
  • the support element may comprise one or more known suitable materials that can be formed or constructed to function as described.
  • the elongate extension element (or pole) 120 may be length extendable to suit a preferred operating height or length for the patient.
  • the extension element may be telescopically extendable with a locking element 124 (or means) for releasably configuring a height or length.
  • the extension element may comprise a plurality of couplable section, where the sections can be selected from a set of sections having a range of lengths.
  • the fixing element 130 may include a suction cup portion that can releasably provide suction on to the surface 140.
  • a flexible suction cup portion provides a resilient pivot-like coupling to the extension element (at 132).
  • the suction cup portion also provides some cushioning, which can provide the patient proprioceptive feedback for limited vertical movement of the device during use.
  • the fixing element 130 can provide a resilient bias for supporting the extension element in a substantially vertical position. It will be appreciated that the fixing element can be formed of a silicone or rubber portion for providing flexibility and resilience.
  • the fixing element or means 130 provides a flexible or pivotal movement of the extension element about the location that the device is releasably coupled to the surface. This can provide a 360° lateral movement of the support element.
  • the support element 110 and/or the fixing element 130 can be removable for assisting with packing and travelling with the device.
  • FIG. 2 shows a plan view that indicates the device 100, when coupled by the fixing element 130 to a surface, enables lateral 360° movement of the support element 1 10.
  • FIG. 3 shows the device 102 coupled to a wall 142 by a fixing element 130.
  • a grip portion 112 is used about the extension element (or pole) 120 for assisting a patient with extension and flexion exercises. It will be appreciated that the device, while coupled to a wall provides additional support to a patient undertaking extension and flexion exercises.
  • the device extension element 120 is preferably biased to generally (or substantially) vertical orientation when coupled to the floor, or a generally (or substantially) horizontal orientation when coupled to a wall. In an embodiment bias of the extension element 120 is provided by the resilience of the fixing element.
  • grip portion can be used with the device in a vertical configuration for patients that do not require a fully supporting element.
  • a "U" shaped channel may extend to provide an attachment that supports the wrist of a patient.
  • FIG. 4 shows an alternative embodiment 200, wherein an extension element 220 is bent/curved or has a goose-neck like portion 226.
  • Other features of this device may be the same as those disclosed with reference to the device 100 (for example as shown in FIG. 1).
  • FIG. 5 shows that the bent/curved portion (or goose-neck like portion) 226 can enable the device to be used for reach exercise/therapy about a table surface 240, while enabling the support element to reach closer to the table surface.
  • FIG. 6 shows an alternative fixing element 330 for use on a carpet or pile surface 340.
  • the fixing element 330 uses a hook-and-loop fasteners (or hook-and- pile fasteners, or touch fasteners) 335 for releasably fixing the device to the surface 340.
  • these fastenings comprise a first component featuring tiny hooks and a second component featuring loops.
  • One of the components is provided on the fixing element and the other component provided by or on the surface. When the two components are pressed together, the hooks catch in the loops and the two pieces fasten or bind temporarily during the time that they are pressed together.
  • the fixing element 330 can include a body 336 that supports a fastener 335 and couples to an extension element 120.
  • the body may be formed of a resilient material to provide support and bias to the extension element 120.
  • FIG. 7 shows an alternative fixing element 430 for use on surface 440.
  • the fixing element 300 uses a pivotal coupling 435 for releasably fixing the device to a coupling element 445 in the surface 440.
  • these couplings comprise two components. One of the components is provided on the fixing element and the other component provided by or on the surface. When the two components are engaged, the device is temporarily engaged to the surface.
  • the fixing element 430 can include a body 436 that supports a coupling components (132 and 335) for engaging an extension element 120 and the surface 440.
  • the coupling engagement may provide pivotal movement of the extension element 120.
  • the coupling engagement may provide a fixed coupling between the body and the surface, whereby the body may be formed of a resilient material to provide support and bias to the extension element 120.
  • resilience and bias can be provide though use of a flexible elongate extension element (or pole portion) 120
  • each of the illustrated devices provide an improved or alternative arm support apparatus or system.
  • a device (100,102, 200, 300, 400) for use as a physiotherapy or rehabilitation aid when treating a patient.
  • the device including: a support element (1 10) and/or a grip portion (121) for assisting a patient engage with the device;
  • a fixing element (130) or fixing means wherein a second coupling (131) couples the fixing element to a second end of the extension element, wherein the fixing element releasably couples the device to a surface (140).
  • the elongate extension element (120) can be length extendable with a locking element 124 or locking means.
  • any one of the terms comprising, comprised of or which comprises is an open term that means including at least the elements/features that follow, but not excluding others.
  • the term comprising, when used in the claims should not be interpreted as being limitative to the means or elements or steps listed thereafter.
  • the scope of the expression a device comprising A and B should not be limited to devices consisting only of elements A and B.
  • Any one of the terms including or which includes or that includes as used herein is also an open term that also means including at least the elements/features that follow the term, but not excluding others. Thus, including is synonymous with and means comprising.
  • a device A coupled to a device B should not be limited to devices or systems wherein an output of device A is directly connected to an input of device B. It means that there exists a path between an output of A and an input of B which may be a path including other devices or means.
  • Coupled may mean that two or more elements are either in direct physical, or that two or more elements are not in direct contact with each other but yet still co-operate or interact with each other.
  • inwardly and outwardly generally refer to the orientation of a surface relative to its axis of elongation, or axis of rotation, as appropriate.
  • an element described herein of an apparatus embodiment is an example of a means for carrying out the function performed by the element for the purpose of carrying out the invention.
  • numerous specific details are set forth. However, it is understood that embodiments of the invention may be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known methods, structures and techniques have not been shown in detail in order not to obscure an understanding of this description.
  • an embodiment of the invention can consist essentially of features disclosed herein.
  • an embodiment of the invention can consist of features disclosed herein.
  • the invention illustratively disclosed herein suitably may be practiced in the absence of any element which is not specifically disclosed herein.

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Abstract

L'invention concerne un dispositif de rééducation destiné à être utilisé dans le traitement d'un patient. Le dispositif comprend : un élément support servant à aider un patient à prendre appui sur le dispositif ; un élément d'extension allongé qui est accouplé à l'élément support au niveau d'une première extrémité de l'élément d'extension ; et un élément de fixation qui est accouplé à une seconde extrémité de l'élément d'extension, l'élément de fixation accouplant de manière amovible le dispositif à une surface.
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DE20007753U1 (de) * 2000-04-28 2000-07-06 Wang Shia Kan Gehhilfe
US20110238187A1 (en) * 2008-06-16 2011-09-29 Chad Arthur Evans Linearly Adjustable Device
WO2013134821A1 (fr) * 2012-03-13 2013-09-19 Assist Medical Pty Ltd Béquille à longueur réglable

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* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
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DE20007753U1 (de) * 2000-04-28 2000-07-06 Wang Shia Kan Gehhilfe
US20110238187A1 (en) * 2008-06-16 2011-09-29 Chad Arthur Evans Linearly Adjustable Device
WO2013134821A1 (fr) * 2012-03-13 2013-09-19 Assist Medical Pty Ltd Béquille à longueur réglable

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