JP2897115B2 - External application device - Google Patents

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a device for freely applying an external preparation for treating a skin disease or the like even at a site that is not accessible.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Recently, the number of elderly people living alone has increased.
In many cases, it is difficult to apply a prescription topical preparation while suffering from a skin disease to the back that is out of reach of one's own hands, and often endures itching.

[0003] In addition to the elderly, it is unbearable for all people, including young people, to suffer from itching due to skin diseases on the back and trauma due to trauma. As a countermeasure, it is necessary to apply an external preparation to the back alone. It is very difficult to carry out, and in many cases, the affected part is inadvertently scratched with the hand of a grandchild or the like, thereby injuring the affected part and further exacerbating the symptoms.

[0004] Conventionally, there has been no apparatus intended to apply an external preparation to a part such as the back which cannot be reached by oneself, and a similar apparatus having a different purpose and structure from the present invention, There is a so-called grandson's hand to scrape the site where the occurrence occurs.

[0005]

However, it is almost impossible for the grandchild's hand to apply the external preparation targeted by the present invention. Because the grandchild's hand is intended to scratch the itch, the tip is sharp.

[0006] For simplicity of explanation, a comparison between the case of scratching itching with a human hand and the case of applying an external preparation is given as an example. On the other hand, it is effective to perform a horizontal movement, whereas when applying an external preparation, the external preparation should first be applied to the abdomen of the finger, and then the horizontal movement should be performed on the skin surface of the affected area.

In other words, it can be understood that a surface having an appropriate area is required when applying an external preparation.

If an external preparation is to be applied by the grandchild's hand, in the above example, the external preparation is to be applied using the tip of a nail of a human hand.

In this case, the surface of the external preparation to be applied (the tip in the case of a grandchild's hand, the tip of the nail in the case of a human hand) is very small. As a result, the external preparation rolls and the external preparation is separated from the application surface. In addition, the application surface comes into direct contact with the skin surface without the intervention of the external preparation, which may not only achieve the purpose of applying the external preparation but may also damage the skin surface of the affected part.

In addition, since it is necessary to perform horizontal movement on the skin surface with the application surface in close contact with the skin, it is necessary to apply a constant force in the vertical direction to the application surface. It requires complex arm movements and strength, which is a significant burden on the elderly.

As described above, it is almost impossible to apply an external preparation to the back by itself using a conventional device or method.
If there is no other person who applies an external preparation on the back while suffering from a skin disease or the like, there is no other way but to endure itching and the like.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and has a simple and inexpensive configuration of an apparatus for applying an external preparation to a part that is easily and effectively out of reach, such as the back. It is intended to be realized by.

[0013]

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following external application device.

That is, a handle provided with first and second grips at both ends, and an application member having a surface for applying an external agent disposed in a longitudinal direction of the handle at a substantially central portion of the handle. Wherein the application member can be moved to a portion where the external agent is to be applied via the movement of the first and second grips, whereby the external agent can be applied freely. This is an external agent application device.

Further, the present invention provides a handle provided with a first grip at one end, and a coating member having a surface for applying an external agent disposed on the other end of the handle in a longitudinal direction of the handle. ,
Comprising, the handle is configured to conform to the curvature of the body, by allowing the application member to move to the site where the external preparation is to be applied via movement of the first grip,
The external agent can be applied freely, and further, the handle branches off from the vicinity of the application member side end and has a predetermined distance from the application member to the upper portion of the back surface of the external agent application surface of the application member. A branch member extending from the tip of the branch member, a tension member having a second grip at the other end, the branch member is made of a flexible material, An external agent application device is provided, wherein the application member is configured to generate a pressing force in a direction substantially perpendicular to an external agent application surface by a force for pulling the second grip in a longitudinal direction of the entire device.

According to the present invention, there is provided an external agent application device characterized in that the surface of the application member is curved to conform to the curvature of the body.

Further, the present invention provides an external agent applying apparatus characterized in that at least the surface of the member for applying the external agent is made of a polymer.

Further, the present invention is characterized in that it comprises a wrapping member for covering at least a surface of the application member to which an external agent is applied, and preferably comprises a wrap fixing member for fixing the wrapping member, Provided is an external agent application device, wherein a household wrap film is used as a wrapping member.

According to the present invention, there is provided an external agent application device in which the core is made of metal and the surface is made of a polymer.

In the present invention, a flexible tube may be used as the handle.

Further, in the present invention, the coating member is
It is good also as composition which consists of a plurality of members and the pattern consists of a plurality of members.

[0022]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

[0023]

Embodiment 1 FIG. 1 shows an external agent application device according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 1, the external agent application device of the present embodiment includes first and second grips 3 and 3 'at both ends of handle 2, and application member 1 is attached to handle 2. Further, a wrap fixing member (comprising a lap fixing belt 8, and lap fixing belt mounting members 9, 9 ') for fixing a wrapping member 4 for surrounding the coating member 1 is attached to the back surface of the coating member 1.

Although the size of each part is not particularly limited, the overall length is approximately 100 cm, the coating member 1 is installed at a substantially central portion of the whole, approximately 6 to 8 cm in width, approximately 10 cm in length, and thickness It is easiest to apply the coating with a thickness of about 1 cm, and the grips 3 and 3 ′ are not too long with respect to the handle 2.

As for the handle 2, the material conforms to the curvature of the back, and since it is necessary to apply an external preparation at an appropriate and uniform pressure at all times, it has appropriate flexibility, does not irritate the skin and does not become an allergen. Desirable materials include, for example, fiber reinforced plastic, bamboo, stainless steel spring material, coil spring-shaped stainless material, and the like.

[0027] Even if it is a substance that can become an allergen, there is no problem if the surface is covered with a harmless substance. It is also preferable that the surface is covered with a plastic film or the like to further improve non-allergenicity and non-irritating property, and the like is not particularly limited as long as it satisfies the above conditions.

The coating member 1 is disposed in the longitudinal direction of the handle 2 and is arranged in parallel on one side of the handle 2, in series with the handle 2, or in such a manner that the handle 2 penetrates the coating member 1. It shall be. FIG. 2A is an enlarged side view of the vicinity of the application member 1 when the application member 1 is installed in parallel with the handle 2 and FIG.

The material of the coating member 1 is a substance that does not have irritation like the handle 2 and does not simultaneously become an allergen, is a substance that is non-reactive with external preparations, and conforms to the curvature of the back. Since it is necessary to apply an external preparation at an appropriate and uniform pressure at all times, a polymer compound with a curved surface, a piece of wood, a piece of plastic, a sponge with a core as a core, and a film-like polymer compound such as cotton are used. It is desirable to use a material that can conform to the curvature of the back, such as a wrapped item.

In the present embodiment, as an example, the coating member 1 is entirely surrounded by a wrapping member 4 so that the surface side of the coating member 1 is smooth, and the wrapping member 4 is fixed by a lap fixing belt 8.

By having the wrapping member 4, the external agent coating device according to the embodiment of the present invention can replace the coating member 1 by replacing the wrapping member 4 with each application.
Prevention of bacterial contamination and deterioration of the remaining external preparations in the garment, making it possible to always apply fresh external preparations.
Skin irritation due to the material can be prevented.

The material of the wrapping member 4 is not particularly limited as long as it does not become an allergen, does not irritate the skin, and does not react with an external preparation. A wrapping film for cooking made of polyvinylidene chloride or the like is a preferred example of the wrapping member 4 because it has excellent self-adhesive properties.

In the present embodiment, the wrapping member 4 is fixed by using a cooking wrap film having a property of sticking to the wrapping member 4 by itself. Therefore, a simple structure is sufficient as the wrap fixing member. The wrap fixing belt 8 is attached between the U-shaped wrap fixing belt attaching members 9 and 9 'which are attached to the handle 2 and the coating member 1 substantially in close proximity, the wrap films are put together, and the wrap film is pressed down and fixed. I took the method. The lap fixing belt 8 is fixed using Velcro (registered trademark).

However, the external agent application device according to the present invention is not limited to the device having the wrapping member 4 and the wrap fixing member. When used, the wrapping member 4 and the wrap fixing member are not necessarily required, but it is necessary to wash off the adhering external agent each time the external agent is applied, which increases the time and effort in use.

Further, the external agent application device according to the present invention is not limited to a device using a cooking wrap film for the wrapping member 4, but may be a device in which the wrap fixing member is, for example, a stopper and the wrapping member 4 is fixed with a strong force. For example, the material of the wrapping member 4 may be any material as long as it is in the form of a thin film through which the external agent does not penetrate. In a case where the wrapping member 4 is completely fixed to the coating member 1 by itself, the wrap fixing member need not be provided.

[0036]

Second Embodiment Next, FIG. 3 shows an external agent application device according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

The present embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that the handle 2 extends from the grip 3 to the coating member 1 and the branch member 6 and the tension member extend from the grip 3 ′ to beyond the coating member 1. It has been replaced with the member 7.

Although the overall size is not particularly limited as in the first embodiment, it is desirable that the length between the two grips 3, 3 'is approximately 100 cm.

The branch member 6 includes at least the wrapping member 4
Extends from the handle 2 to the upper portion of the coating member 1 while maintaining a distance from the coating member 1 so as not to hinder the mounting of the coating member 1, and a tip end of the tension member 7.

The branch-like member 6 is preferably made of an elastic material like the handle 2, and has a function of converting a pulling force of the pulling member 7 into a pressing force of the coating member 1 against the back.

The material of the tension member 7 is not particularly limited, and may be any material such as a synthetic resin such as a rope or vinyl, or the same material as the handle 2.

The material (particularly, the portion exposed on the surface) of each member used should not cause irritation to the skin, be non-reactive with external preparations, and be easily cleaned and disinfected. It is generally most preferable that the device can be used as a medical device.

With the above configuration, the wrapping member 4 can be easily fixed, and the wrapping member 4 may be a bag-like plastic film such as a polyethylene bag or the like, in addition to an adhesive household wrap film. The wrapping member 4 can be fixed using a string, a rubber band, or the like without using the wrap fixing member.

In FIG. 3, the shape of the application member 1 is simulated by a human hand, but the shape of the application member 1 is circular or the shape of a human hand, including the case of the first embodiment. The shape is not limited and may be any shape such as an ellipse, a rounded rectangle, a cat's hand, etc. Such a shape may be used.

Further, in the present embodiment, the branch member 6
Alternatively, a structure without the tension member 7 may be used. With the structure in which the branch member 6 and the tension member 7 are abolished, the force of pressing the application member against the back must be generated with only one hand, so that the burden on the hand at the time of application increases. An apparatus for applying the agent can be provided.

[0046]

[Embodiment 3] Next, FIG. 4 is an overall view of an external agent applying apparatus according to a third embodiment of the present invention, and FIG.

Referring to FIGS. 4 and 5, in the present embodiment, the handle 2 of the external agent coating apparatus shown in the first embodiment is used.
By dividing the application member 1 into a plurality of members, the stability at the time of applying the external preparation is further improved.

The coating member 1 is divided into four in this embodiment. Further, the respective divided portions are connected to each other by a flexible wire (not shown) or the like.

In the present embodiment, two handles 2 are installed in the present embodiment so as to be parallel to the external agent application plane direction of the application member 1, and two support columns 10 symmetrically connecting the respective handles are installed near the application member 1. did. Note that the column 10 also functions as the lap fixing belt attaching member 9 described in the first embodiment, and is not necessarily required as in the first embodiment.

The material of the handle 2 and the coating member 1 and the method of arranging them are the same as in the first embodiment. However, since the coating member 1 is divided and joined by a flexible wire or the like, the entire surface is flexible, so that even if a hard material is used, it is easily adapted to the curvature of the back. have.

In this embodiment, an example is shown in which the handle 2 is divided into two members and the coating member 1 is divided into four members. However, the present invention is not particularly limited to the above number, and any number and combination of numbers can be used. It is possible.

[0052]

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS In order to further clarify the embodiments of the present invention, description will be made in accordance with embodiments.

[0053]

EXAMPLE 1 FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram showing an example showing one mode of use of the first embodiment.

A mode of use of the third embodiment can be similarly shown.

Referring to FIG. 6, in this embodiment, first, a wrapping member 4 is attached to the coating member 1 and fixed by a lap fixing belt 8, and after applying an external agent to be coated thereon, the grip 3, 3 'with one hand, grip 3,
Hold the other of the 3 'in the other hand, support one of the grips 3, 3' over the shoulder, and support the other in the direction from the waist to the back, and apply a slight force in the direction of pressing the application member 1 against the back while leveling the back. By exercising, an appropriate amount of the external preparation applied to the application member 1 can be applied to the back by itself.

[0056]

[Embodiment 2] FIG. 7 is a schematic view showing an embodiment showing one mode of use of the second embodiment.

Since the state is the same as that of the first embodiment, the description is omitted.

In the case of the structure in which the branch member 6 and the tension member 7 are omitted, the grip 3 is supported by one of the hands in the direction from the shoulder to the back or from the waist to the back, in the same manner as shown in FIG. To apply the external preparation.

Although the present invention has been described with reference to the above-described embodiments and examples, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, but includes various embodiments according to the principle of the present invention.

[0060]

As described above, according to the present invention, a device for applying an external preparation to a part which cannot be reached with a simple structure can be realized. And the like, which makes it possible to easily apply an external preparation to a site that cannot be reached.

Further, in the present invention, by providing a replaceable wrapping portion for covering the surface of the application member, deterioration of the remaining external agent in the external agent application portion and bacterial contamination are prevented, and fresh external agent is always provided. It has the advantage that it can be applied and that it can be easily used in ordinary households by using a household wrap film for the wrapping part.

Further, in the present invention, since a flexible member is used, two grips are provided, and the application is performed using both hands, the external preparation can be effectively applied with a small force. Bring effect.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating a first embodiment of an external agent coating device according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is an enlarged side view of a part of the first embodiment of the external agent coating device of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating a second embodiment of the external agent coating device according to the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a schematic view illustrating a third embodiment of the external agent coating device according to the present invention.

FIG. 5 is an enlarged side view of a part of a third embodiment of the external agent application device of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a schematic view showing an example showing one use mode of the first embodiment of the external agent coating device of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a schematic view illustrating an example of one use mode of the second embodiment of the external agent coating device of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 1 coating member 2 handle 3, 3 ′ grip 4 wrapping member 5 lap fixing member 6 branch-like member 7 tension member 8 lap fixing belt 9, 9 ′ lap fixing belt mounting member 10 support

Claims (11)

(57) [Claims] 1. A handle having first and second grips at both ends, and a coating member having a surface for applying an external agent disposed in a longitudinal direction of the handle at a substantially central portion of the handle. Wherein the application member can be moved to a portion to which the external agent is to be applied via the movement of the first and second grips, so that the external agent can be applied freely. External agent application device. 2. A handle provided with a first grip at one end, and an application member having a surface for applying an external agent disposed on the other end of the handle in a longitudinal direction of the handle, The handle is configured to conform to the curvature of the body, and by allowing the application member to move to a portion where the external agent is to be applied via movement of the first grip, the external agent can be applied freely. In the handle, further, a branch-like member that branches off from the vicinity of the coating member side end, extends a predetermined distance from the coating member toward the upper part of the back surface of the external agent coating surface of the coating member, and extends And a tension member extending from the distal end of the branch member and having a second grip at the other end, wherein the branch member is made of a flexible material, and The application member is applied with an external agent by a pulling force in the entire longitudinal direction. An external agent application device characterized in that it is configured to generate a pressing force in a direction substantially perpendicular to a surface. 3. The external agent application device according to claim 1, wherein the surface of the application member is curved to conform to the curvature of the body. 4. The external agent application device according to claim 1, wherein at least the surface of the application member is made of a high-molecular polymer. 5. A wrapping member for covering at least an external agent application surface of the application member.
The external agent application device according to the above. 6. The external agent application device according to claim 5, further comprising a wrap fixing member for fixing the wrapping member. 7. The external agent application device according to claim 5, wherein a household wrap film is used as the wrapping member. 8. The external agent coating device according to claim 1, wherein the handle is made of a metal having a core portion and a surface thereof is made of a polymer. 9. The external agent application device according to claim 1, wherein a flexible tube is used as the handle. 10. The external agent application device according to claim 1, wherein said application member comprises a plurality of members. 11. The external agent application device according to claim 1, wherein the handle comprises a plurality of members.