KR101563701B1

KR101563701B1 - Ankle brace for posture correction and method of wearing the same

Info

Publication number: KR101563701B1
Application number: KR1020150088797A
Authority: KR
Inventors: 곽동엽
Original assignee: 주식회사 알푸스
Priority date: 2015-06-23
Filing date: 2015-06-23
Publication date: 2015-10-27

Abstract

An ankle assistance device for improving the stability of the foot and capable of solving the structural problem of the body coming from the foot, and a method of wearing the same.
The ankle orthosis according to the present invention is characterized in that it comprises a fixing band which surrounds both sides of a user's foot and a part of the sole of the user and has a velcro seat on the outside of the inside foot side of the user; An ankle fixed velcro strap integrally connected to the anchoring band to surround and fix the ankle of the user; And a foot-fixed velcro strap integrally connected to the fixed band and wrapping and fixing the user's foot.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention [0001] The present invention relates to an ankle-

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an ankle assistance apparatus and a method of wearing the same, and more particularly, to an ankle assistance apparatus and a method for wearing the same, which can improve the stability of the foot and solve the structural problem of the body.

The human foot is a part of the body with complex motor functions and structures, often composed of joints used for movement such as walking or running.

These feet support the weight of the human being, which can be impacted by two to five times the weight of the body when walking, landing, jumping or rushing the surface in uneven areas, which can result in sprains or fractures And the like. These ankle sprains are very frequent injuries in outdoor activities and everyday life.

As such, it is common to use taping therapy or use elastic fibers or rigid structures to limit the range of motion of the ankle to prevent ankle sprain from occurring.

However, these methods are not only troublesome because the wearer has to artificially tie the ankle part by using a compression bandage, etc., and cases where inconvenience is caused due to strong pressure are frequently occurring.

A related prior art is Korean Patent Laid-Open Publication No. 10-2014-0103429 (published on April 28, 2014), which discloses ankle joint aids.

An object of the present invention is to provide an ankle orthosis that can be easily worn in an indoor or outdoor environment, can maintain the posture of the foot in a proper posture, can prevent foot shaking and sprains and can improve the stability of the foot, .

According to an aspect of the present invention, there is provided an ankle orthosis comprising: an ankle orthosis that surrounds both sides of a foot of a user and a portion of a sole of a user, ; An ankle fixed velcro strap integrally connected to the anchoring band to surround and fix the ankle of the user; And a foot-fixed velcro strap integrally connected to the fixed band and wrapping and fixing the user's foot.

According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for wearing an orthopedic ankle comprising the steps of: (a) determining a heel of a user by measuring a heel angle of a user; And (b) wearing an ankle orthosis in the form of a heel wearing when the heel shape determined in the step (a) is a heel of the heel, and wearing an ankle orthosis in a heel wearing mode when the heel is a heel .

The ankle orthosis according to the present invention and the method for wearing the same are not only easy to wear because the ankle and the instep are fixed by attaching the ankle fixed velcro strap and the instep fixed velcro strap to the velcro seat of the fixed band respectively, It can be applied to various foot sizes because it can be used by attaching to the Velcro seat by adjusting the position of the ankle fixed Velcro strap and the Velcro strap fixed to the user's foot size.

Further, the ankle assist device and the method of applying the same according to the present invention can improve the strength of weakened ankles, prevent sprains and prevent shaking of the ankles when walking, It can be worn without being attached to the place, it can be worn indoors instead of indoors, and it can solve the structural problem of the body coming from the foot by improving the stability of the foot.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an ankle orthosis in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. FIG.
Fig. 2 is a view showing a state where the user wears the ankle assistance device of Fig. 1 on the feet.
FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a method of wearing an ankle orthosis that is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIGS. 4 to 6 are views for explaining a method of wearing the ankle orthosis according to the embodiment of the present invention.
FIGS. 7 to 9 are views for explaining a method of exercising the ankle function using the ankle orthosis which is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIGS. 10 to 14 are views for explaining a muscle strength increasing exercise method using an ankle orthosis which is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The advantages and features of the present invention, and how to accomplish them, will become apparent by reference to the embodiments described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood, however, that the invention is not limited to the disclosed embodiments, but may be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. Is provided to fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art, and the invention is only defined by the scope of the claims. Like reference numerals refer to like elements throughout the specification.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, an ankle orthosis according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an ankle orthosis that is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a view showing a state where a user wears the ankle assistance device of FIG. 1 on a foot.

1 and 2, an ankle orthosis 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a fixing band 120, an ankle fixed velcro strap 140, and a foot fixed velcro strap 160 .

The fixing band 120 surrounds both sides of the user's foot and a portion of the sole of the user 10 and has a velcro seat 125 on the outside of the inner foot side of the user 10. The fixing band 120 is a part of the body of the ankle assist device 100 and is made of at least one material selected from nylon fiber, polyurethane, artificial leather, neoprene, and lycra desirable.

As described above, when at least one member selected from nylon fibers, polyurethane and artificial family members having a considerably light weight as a material of the fixing band 120, or stretchable neoprene and lycra is used, It is easy to use indoor and outdoor because of its excellent adhesion with the feet, and even when it is worn on the skin of the user (10), the material is smooth and there is no resistance to the feeling of wearing. .

The fixed band 120 has a T-shape or a Y-shape when viewed in section. Thus, the fixing band 120 has a T-shaped or Y-shaped cross-sectional shape, so that the fixed band 120 is wrapped only on both sides of the user's foot and a part of the sole of the user.

The ankle-fixed velcro strap 140 is integrally connected to the fixing band 120 to cover and anchor the ankle of the user 10. The ankle fixed velcro strap 140 may be made of the same material as the fixing band 120. At this time, one end of the ankle fixed velcro strap 140 is detachably attached to one side of the velcro seat 125 to adjust the fixing position, and the other end is integrally connected to the fixing band 120.

The ankle orthosis 100, which is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention, is worn on the left and right legs of the user 10, respectively. 1 and 2 show a left-foot ankle ankle in which the ankle-fixed velcro strap 140 surrounds and fixes the left ankle of the user 10. Therefore, the ankle orthosis for the right foot has substantially the same structure except that it has a symmetrical structure with the left foot ankle orthosis.

The strap 160 is integrally connected to the strap 120 so as to cover and secure the foot of the user 10. At this time, one end of the instep-type fixed velcro strap 160 is detachably attached to the other side of the velcro seat 125 to adjust the fixed position and the other end is integrally connected to the fixed band 120.

Accordingly, when the user 10 wears the ankle assistant 100, the ankle fixed velcro strap 140 and the instep fixed velcro strap 160 are attached to the velcro seat 125 of the fixed band 120, respectively It is possible to adjust the position of the ankle-fixed velcro strap 140 and the instep-type fixed velcro strap 160 according to the size of the foot of the user 10 so that the velcro seat 125 It is possible to apply to various foot sizes.

More specifically, the instep-type fixed velcro strap 160 includes a body portion 162 integrally connected to the fixing band 120, and a separation portion 164 extending from the body portion 162 and branched into two strands. 1, the separator 164 is shown as branched into two strands, but it may be branched into three or more strands, and the shape of the separator 164 may be variously changed. At this time, it is preferable that the separating portions 164 branched into two strands have mutually different lengths. If the separating portions 164 branched into two strands having mutually different lengths are staggered so as to cross each other, It can be improved.

The ankle orthosis which is the body type orthodontic according to the embodiment of the present invention can be easily worn because the ankle and the instep are fixed by attaching the ankle fixed velcro strap and the instep fixed velcro strap to the velcro seat of the fixed band respectively It can be applied to various foot sizes because it can be attached to the Velcro seat by adjusting the position of the ankle fixed Velcro strap and the Velcro strap fixed to the user's foot size.

In addition, the ankle orthosis that is the body-type orthodontic appliance according to the embodiment of the present invention makes it possible to adjust the alignment of the user's foot to make the correct posture, thereby improving the strength of the weakened ankle and preventing sprains and shaking of the ankle during walking. It can be worn without being attached to the insole, it can be worn indoors as a substitute for the insole, and it can solve the structural problem of the body coming from the foot by improving the stability of the foot.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, a method of wearing an ankle orthosis according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIG. 3 is a flow chart showing a method of wearing the ankle orthosis according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIGS. 4 to 6 illustrate a method of wearing the ankle orthosis according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG.

As shown in FIG. 3, the wearing method of the ankle orthosis according to the embodiment of the present invention includes the step of measuring the heel angle (S110) and the step of wearing the ankle orthosis (S120).

Heel angle measurement

As shown in FIG. 3, in the heel angle measuring step S110, the heel angle of the user is measured to determine whether the heel is in the heel or the heel in the heel.

That is, as shown in FIG. 4 (a), when the heel angle is shifted inward as a result of the measurement of the heel angle, it is determined as the external heel. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 4 (b), when the heel angle is shifted to the outside as a result of measuring the heel angle, the heel is determined as the heel.

Wearing ankle brace

As shown in FIGS. 3, 5 and 6, when the heel shape determined in the heel angle measurement step S110 is the heel of the ankle in the step of wearing the ankle assist device (S120), the ankle orthosis In the case of the heel, the ankle brace is worn by the heel wear method.

5 (a) and 5 (b), when the heel of the user is the back heel, the ankle-fixed velcro strap and the ankle- Attach the Velcro Strap to the Velcro Seat by attaching it to one side and the other side, respectively. At this time, as shown in (c) of FIG. 5, the separating portions branched into two strands may be staggered so as to cross each other for the purpose of enhancing the holding feeling.

6 (a) and 6 (b), when the shape of the user's heel is the heel of the valley, the ankle-fixed velcro strap (not shown) is bent in a state in which the user's heel and sole are in contact with the ground, And the top and bottom fixed velcro straps are attached to one side and the other side of the velcro seat, respectively. At this time, as shown in (c) of FIG. 6, the separating portions branched into two strands may be staggered so as to cross each other for the purpose of enhancing the holding feeling.

Hereinafter, an exercise method using the ankle orthosis, which is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention, will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

FIGS. 7 to 9 are views for explaining a method of exercising the ankle function using the ankle orthosis which is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention.

At this time, the method of exercising the ankle function using the ankle orthosis according to the embodiment of the present invention is an excellent method for improving the comprehensive foot function and feeling for a person having a severe decline in the foot of a relatively older age group of 50 or more It is effective.

First, as shown in FIG. 7 (a), the ankle knee is held at a bend angle of about 90 degrees in a chair while wearing an ankle orthosis that is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Next, as shown in Figs. 7 (b) and 7 (c), both hands are slightly put on the knee, and the heel is rolled to the left and right while guiding the knee to the left and right. At this time, it is preferable that the heel be evenly rolled while being conscious of the heel. When this exercise method is repeated, the heel sense can be increased.

As shown in FIG. 8 (a), in a state in which the ankle orthosis which is the body type correction according to the embodiment of the present invention is worn, the leg is extended to the shoulder width while holding the hand to the waist. Next, as shown in Figs. 8 (b) and 8 (c), the heel is rolled to the left and right while shaking the waist to the left and right (moving the center line). At this time, it is preferable that the heel be evenly rolled while being conscious of the heel. When this exercise method is repeatedly performed, the joint flexibility can be improved.

As shown in FIG. 9 (a), in a state in which the ankle orthosis which is the body type correction according to the embodiment of the present invention is worn, the leg is extended to the shoulder width while standing on the waist. First, take your left foot forward, bend your knees, and put your weight on your left foot. At this time, keep your left foot on your hind legs with your knees bent and your heel not to rise, keeping the pelvis and torso facing the front for 3 seconds. Next, as shown in Fig. 9 (b), the other side is similarly repeated 2 to 4 times. These exercises are effective in strengthening the pelvis and trunk.

FIGS. 10 to 14 are views for explaining a muscle strength increasing exercise method using an ankle orthosis which is a body type correction according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 10 (a), when the ankle orthosis which is the body type according to the embodiment of the present invention is worn, the knee is held on a chair at a bending degree of 90 degrees, and then both hands are slightly placed on the knee . Next, as shown in Fig. 10 (b), the heel is lifted slowly. At this time, conscious to move the center of the toes.

As shown in FIG. 11 (a), when the ankle orthosis which is the body type according to the embodiment of the present invention is worn, the back is put on the wall, and the leg is opened by the shoulder width while standing. Next, as shown in Fig. 11 (b), the heel is lifted slowly. At this time, move the center of gravity toward the young toe.

As shown in FIG. 12 (a), when the ankle orthosis which is the body type correction according to the embodiment of the present invention is worn, the knee is held at a degree of 90 degrees in a chair and both hands are slightly placed on the knee . Next, as shown in Fig. 12 (b), the front side of the pair of feet is lifted slowly with the heel as an axis. At this time, be conscious that the tip of the foot is directed to the outside.

As shown in FIG. 13 (a), in a state in which the ankle orthosis which is the body type correction according to the embodiment of the present invention is worn, the legs are extended as much as the shoulder width while standing on the wall. Next, as shown in Fig. 13 (b), the front of the foot is slowly lifted up around the heel. At this time, be conscious that the tip of the foot is directed to the outside.

As shown in FIG. 14 (a), the knee is held at a degree of bending by 90 degrees while sitting on a chair while wearing an orthopedic ankle orthosis according to an embodiment of the present invention. Next, as shown in Fig. 14 (b), the inside of the foot is lifted slightly with the heel as an axis, and then the toe is bent. Next, lift your ankle with your toes bent.

When this exercise method is repeated, the toe muscle strength can be increased.

Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been disclosed for illustrative purposes, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications, additions and substitutions are possible, without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention as disclosed in the accompanying claims. These changes and modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention should be determined by the following claims.

100: Ankle orthosis
120: Fixed band
125: Velcro sheet
140: Ankle Strap Velcro Strap
160: Velcro straps on the instep
162: Body portion of the Velcro strap
164: detachment of the instep strap with Velcro straps
S110: heel angle measurement step
S120: step of wearing ankle brace

Claims

A fixing band which surrounds both sides of the user's foot and a part of the sole of the user and has a velcro seat on the outside of the inner foot side of the user;
An ankle fixed velcro strap integrally connected to the anchoring band to surround and fix the ankle of the user; And
And a foot-fixed velcro strap integrally connected to the fixed band to surround and secure the user's foot,
Wherein one end of the elastic member is detachably attached to the other side of the velcro seat to adjust the fixing position and the other end is integrally connected to the fixing band,
Wherein the elastic member includes a body portion integrally connected to the fixing band, and a separation portion extending from the body portion and branched into two strands,
Wherein the separating portions branched into the two strands have different lengths from each other, and the separating portions branched into the two strands are staggered so as to cross each other.

The method according to claim 1,
The fixed band
The orthosis according to claim 1, characterized in that the body has a T-shape or Y-shape when viewed in cross section.

The method according to claim 1,
The ankle fixed velcro strap
Wherein one end is detachably attached to one side of the velcro seat to adjust a fixing position and the other end is integrally connected to the fixing band.

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A method of wearing an orthosis for ankle according to claim 1,
(a) determining whether the heel of the user is the heel of the heel or the heel of the heel by measuring the heel angle of the user; And
(b) wearing an ankle orthosis in the form of a heel wearing the ankle when the heel shape determined in the step (a) is the heel of the heel, and wearing the ankle orthosis in the heel wearing mode when the heel is a heel;
Wherein the ankle orthosis is a body type orthodontic appliance.

8. The method of claim 7,
When the shape of the user's heel is the heel of the user,
Wherein the ankle-fixed velcro strap and the ankle-fixed Velcro strap are attached and fixed to one side and the other side of the velcro seat, respectively, in a state where the user's heel is bent so as to come into contact with the ground, .

8. The method of claim 7,
When the shape of the user's heel is the heel of the valley,
Wherein the ankle-fixed velcro strap and the ankle-fixed Velcro strap are attached and fixed to one side and the other side of the velcro seat, respectively, with the foot being bent so that the user's heel and the sole of the user are in contact with the ground surface. .

10. The method according to claim 8 or 9,
Wherein the elastic member includes a body portion integrally connected to the fixing band, and a separation portion extending from the body portion and branched into two strands,
And the separating parts branching to the two strands are staggered so as to cross each other.