TWI858959B - Ankle test device - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to sports equipment, and particularly to an ankle machine that allows a user to move the ankle joint. The ankle machine comprises a base, a pair of pedals, and a pair of rotating devices. The base provides the pedals and the rotating devices for assembly. The rotating device is installed between the base and the pedals. The rotating devices are used to enable the pedals to rotate in multiple directions. The rotating modules are used to enable the pedals to move in different directions and angles, thereby activating, stretching, and stretching the ankle joint. Multiple sets of sensors provided on the ankle machine are used to detect the allowable range of motion of the user's ankle. Based on this, after using the present invention, the user can stretch the range of motion of the ankle, improve leg stiffness, and exercise leg muscle strength.

Description

Ankle test device

The present invention relates to a training device that provides ankle extension, angle control, and ankle and sole proportional control, and particularly refers to an ankle machine that uses multiple sets of sensors installed on the ankle machine to detect the user's ankle allowable range of motion. Based on this, after using the present invention, the user can extend the ankle range of motion, improve leg stiffness, and exercise leg muscle strength.

After investigation, the applicant of this case recently filed the Republic of China invention No. I773998 "Ankle Machine" patent case, which allows users to move their ankle joints. The ankle machine includes a base, a pair of pedals, and a pair of rotating devices. The base provides the pedals and the rotating devices for assembly. The rotating device is installed between the base and the pedals. The rotating device allows the pedals to rotate in multiple directions. The rotating module allows the pedals to rotate in different directions and angles, thereby activating, stretching, and stretching the ankle joints, achieving the advantages of health care for the ankle joints.

However, there are the following problems to be solved in actual use: Since stretching and muscle stretching exercises need to be gradual, the range of motion allowed by each person's ankle is different. Therefore, some users will have the following problems when using the ankle machine for the first time: different movements of the two feet, unstable ankle joint movements, poor control of the soles and ankles, insufficient angles, etc. 2. Since the previous case did not use auxiliary systems such as rehabilitation therapists or professionals, some users reported that there was not much difference before using the ankle machine. This is because the previous case did not record the user's previous use data, such as the left and right swing angle, the angle or number of forward and backward jogs, etc.

How to improve the above problems is a topic that relevant industries are actively working to solve.

The main purpose of the present invention is to provide an ankle machine detection device, wherein multiple sets of sensors are installed on the base of the ankle machine, and a gyroscope is installed on the rotating device of the ankle machine; when in use, the sensors installed on the base and the gyroscope of the rotating device detect the allowable range of motion of the user's ankle, and then transmit the range of motion data to a processing module, based on which a physical therapist or professional operator can assist the user to use the ankle machine correctly and gradually increase the allowable range of ankle motion, improve leg stiffness, and exercise leg muscle strength.

模組、以及偵測各該踏板前、後點動方向的第二感測模組，再者各該踏板與各該轉動模組之間更設有一偵測該踏板轉動位置的一第三感測模組；前述的第一感測模組、第二感測模組以及第三感測模組電性連接於一處理模組，前述的第一感測模組、第二感測模組以及第三感測模組用於偵測使用者在使用時腳踝容許的活動範圍，並將所偵測的容許活動範圍數據傳遞至該處理模組加以顯示，再者，該處理模組所顯示的數據能提供操作者協助使用者進行腳踝伸展、拉筋活動。 Therefore, the structure of the present invention includes: a base, a pair of pedals, and a pair of rotating modules for providing the pedals with rotation; the base is provided with a mounting rod and at least one bottom rod, the mounting rod is straddled on the bottom rod, and the mounting rod is provided with two mounting parts for providing the pedals with installation; each of the pedals is installed on the mounting rod of the base, each of the pedals has a plate body and at least one strap, the lower end of the plate body is provided with a connecting seat, the connecting seat A protective cover and a spherical bearing are connected; a mounting space is provided inside the protective cover, and the mounting space provides the aforementioned spherical bearing for mounting inside; each rotating module is mounted between the base and each pedal, and the pedal rotation is achieved by each rotating module. Each rotating module includes a main rod, a bearing plate, an elastic resistance mechanism, and a ball joint unit from bottom to top. A screw is used to position the aforementioned parts from bottom to top. Each main rod is The main rod is assembled above the mounting portion of the mounting rod. The main rod has a through hole in the center, and the ball joint unit is installed in the through hole. The main rod has a chassis at the bottom end. The chassis provides the bearing plate for mounting and abutting. The elastic resistance mechanism is arranged on the bearing plate. The chassis is used to tighten the aforementioned connecting seat. The top end of the aforementioned ball joint unit is provided with a sphere. The aforementioned sphere is sleeved on the spherical bearing, and the lower end is penetrated in the through hole, and The ball joint unit is provided with a screw hole at the central lower end to provide the screw lock; when in use, the pedals are rotated by utilizing the position between the connecting seat provided on each pedal and the ball joint unit of each rotating module, and the pedals are reset by utilizing the elastic resistance mechanisms; and a vertical rod and a handrail rod are provided at the center of the mounting rod; the characteristic is that: the base is provided with a plurality of first sensors for detecting the left and right swinging directions of each pedal

A first sensing module, a second sensing module for detecting the forward and backward jogging directions of each pedal, and a third sensing module for detecting the rotational position of the pedal is further provided between each pedal and each rotating module; the first sensing module, the second sensing module and the third sensing module are electrically connected to a processing module, the first sensing module, the second sensing module and the third sensing module are used to detect the allowable range of motion of the user's ankle when in use, and transmit the detected allowable range of motion data to the processing module for display, and the data displayed by the processing module can provide the operator with data to assist the user in performing ankle stretching and muscle stretching activities.

In an embodiment of the present invention, the first sensing module is disposed at the left and right ends of the bottom rod of the base, and the second sensing module is disposed at the front and rear ends of the mounting rod of the base. Furthermore, the first sensing module and the second sensing module are infrared sensors.

In an embodiment of the present invention, the third sensing module is a gyroscope used to detect the rotation angle of the pedal.

In the embodiment of the present invention, the front and rear ends of the aforementioned plate body are provided with two brake parts. After a first brake rope is passed through one of the brake parts, it is then passed downwardly around the bottom of the mounting rod and then passed upwardly around the other brake part to constrain the front and rear positions of each pedal and restore each pedal to its original position. When in use, the position between the connecting seat provided on each pedal and the ball joint unit of each rotating module is utilized to achieve the purpose of rotating the pedals. The pedals are reset by the elastic resistance mechanisms, and the first brake ropes are used to restore the pedals to the starting position of the action.

In the aforementioned embodiment, a second brake rope is respectively provided at the front and rear brake parts on one side of the two adjacent plates. After the aforementioned second brake rope is inserted into one of the brake parts of the plate, it is wound around the brake part of the other adjacent pedal to constrain the left and right positions of each pedal and restore each pedal to its original position. When in use, the position between the connecting seat provided on each pedal and the ball joint unit of each rotating module is used to achieve the purpose of rotating the pedals. The pedals are reset by the elastic resistance mechanisms, and the second brake ropes are used to restore the pedals to the starting position of the action.

The advantages and effects that can be obtained through the structure provided by the present invention are roughly as follows:

1. When in use, the first and second sensing modules installed on the base are used to detect the user's allowable range of left and right swings and forward and backward jogging, and cooperate with the third sensing module installed between the pedal and the rotating device to detect the user's ankle allowable range of motion data, and then transmit the range of motion data to a processing module. Based on this, physical therapists or professional operators can assist users in using the ankle machine correctly and gradually increase the allowable range of ankle motion, improve leg stiffness, and exercise leg muscle strength.

2. Through the first brake rope and the second brake rope installed on the board, they can be restored to their original position after each use, making it convenient for management personnel to sort out later.

10: Base

11: Mounting rod

12: Bottom bar

13: Installation Department

20: Pedal

21: Board

211, 212: Braking unit

22: drawstring

23: Connector

24: Protective cover

241: Installation space

25: Spherical bearings

30: Rotation module

31: Main rod

311: Perforation

312: Chassis

32: Carrier plate

33: Elastic resistance mechanism

34: Ball joint unit

341: Sphere

35: Screws

41:Standing pole

42: Handrail

51: First sensing module

52: Second sensing module

53: The third sensing module

60: Processing module

71: First brake rope

72: Second brake rope

The first figure is a three-dimensional diagram of the structure of the present invention.

The second picture is a three-dimensional diagram of the pedal and rotating device.

The third figure is a schematic diagram of the pedal in its original position in the left and right directions.

The fourth figure is a schematic diagram of the pedal swinging to the left and right.

The fifth figure is a schematic diagram of the pedal in its original position in the front and rear directions.

The sixth figure is a schematic diagram of the pedal moving forward and backward.

The seventh picture is a schematic diagram of the pedal in its original position.

The eighth figure is a schematic diagram of pedal rotation.

Figure 9 is a flowchart of the use of the present invention.

In order to enable the Honorable Review Committee to have a further understanding and recognition of the features and advantages of the present invention, the following preferred embodiments are listed and illustrated as follows: Please refer to the first to fifth figures, the ankle machine detection device of the present invention mainly includes: a base 10, a pair of pedals 20, and a pair of rotation modules 30 for providing the aforementioned pedals 20 with rotation; the aforementioned base 10 is provided with a mounting rod 11 and at least one bottom rod 12, the aforementioned mounting rod 11 is straddled on the bottom rod 12, and the mounting rod 11 is provided with two mounting portions 13 for mounting the pedals 20; each of the pedals 20 The pedal 20 is mounted on the mounting rod 11 of the base 10. Each pedal 20 has a plate 21 and at least one strap 22. A connecting seat 23 is provided at the lower end of the plate 21. The connecting seat 23 is connected to a protective cover 24 and a spherical bearing 25. The protective cover 24 has an installation space 241, and the installation space 241 provides the aforementioned spherical bearing 25 for installation therein. Each rotating module 30 is installed between the base 10 and each pedal 20. The purpose of the pedal 20 rotation is achieved by each rotating module 30. Each rotating module 30 includes a main rod 31, a The bearing plate 32, an elastic resistance mechanism 33, and a ball joint unit 34 are positioned from bottom to top with a screw 35. Each of the main rods 31 is assembled above the mounting portion 13 of the mounting rod 11. The main rod 31 has a through hole 311 in the center, and the ball joint unit 34 is installed in the through hole 311. The bottom of the main rod 31 is provided with a chassis 312, and the chassis 312 provides the bearing plate 32 for mounting and abutting. The elastic resistance mechanism 33 is arranged on the bearing plate 32. The chassis 312 is used to tighten the aforementioned connecting seat 23. The aforementioned ball joint unit 34 is installed in the through hole 311. A ball 341 is provided at the top of the joint unit 34. The ball 341 is sleeved on the spherical bearing 25, and the lower end is penetrated in the through hole 311. A screw hole is provided at the central lower end of the ball joint unit 34 to provide a screw 35. When in use, the position between the connecting seat 23 provided on each pedal 20 and the ball joint unit 34 of each rotating module 30 is used to achieve the purpose of rotating the pedals 20, and the pedals 20 are reset by the elastic resistance mechanisms 33. A vertical rod 41 and a handrail rod 42 are provided in the center of the mounting rod 11.

模組51、以及偵測各該踏板20前、後點動方向的第二感測模組52，再者各該踏板20與各該轉動模組30之間更設有一偵測該踏板20轉動位置的一第三感測模組53；前述的第一感測模組51、第二感測模組52以及第三感測模組53電性連接於一處理模組60，前述的第一感測模組51、第二感測模組52以及第三感測模組53用於偵測使用者在使用時腳踝容許的活動範圍，並將所偵測的容許活動範圍數據傳遞至該處理模組60加以顯示，再者，該處理模組60所顯示的數據能提供操作者協助使用者進行腳踝伸展、拉筋活動。 As shown in the second to fifth figures, the base 10 is provided with a plurality of first sensors for detecting the left and right swinging directions of each pedal 20.

A first sensing module 51, a second sensing module 52 for detecting the forward and backward jogging directions of each pedal 20, and a third sensing module 53 for detecting the rotational position of the pedal 20 is further provided between each pedal 20 and each rotating module 30; the first sensing module 51, the second sensing module 52 and the third sensing module 53 are electrically connected to a processing module 60, and the first sensing module 51, the second sensing module 52 and the third sensing module 53 are used to detect the allowable range of motion of the user's ankle when in use, and transmit the detected allowable range of motion data to the processing module 60 for display, and the data displayed by the processing module 60 can provide the operator with data to assist the user in performing ankle stretching and muscle stretching activities.

As shown in the second figure, the first sensing module 51 is disposed at the left and right ends of the bottom rod 12 of the base 10, and the second sensing module 52 is disposed at the front and rear ends of the mounting rod 11 of the base 10. Furthermore, the first sensing module 51 and the second sensing module 52 are infrared sensors.

As shown in the second and seventh figures, the third sensing module 53 is a gyroscope used to detect the rotation angle of the user's ankle.

As shown in the first to fourth figures, the front and rear ends of the plate body 21 are provided with two brake parts 211 and 212. After a first brake rope 71 is inserted into one of the brake parts 211, it is then passed downwardly around the bottom of the mounting rod 11 and then passed upwardly around the other brake part 212 to constrain the front and rear positions of each pedal 20 and restore each pedal 20 to its original position. When in use, the position between the connecting seat 23 provided on each pedal 20 and the ball joint unit 34 of each rotating module 30 is utilized to achieve the purpose of rotating the pedals 20. The pedals 20 are reset using the elastic resistance mechanisms 33, and the first brake ropes 71 are used to restore the pedals 20 to the starting position of the movement.

As shown in the first to fourth figures, on one side of the two adjacent plates 21, a second brake rope 72 is respectively provided at the front and rear brake parts 212. After the aforementioned second brake rope 72 is inserted into one of the brake parts 212 of the plate 21, it is wound around the brake part 212 of the other adjacent pedal 20 to constrain the left and right positions of each pedal 20, so that each pedal 20 can be restored to its original position; when in use, the position between the connecting seat 23 provided on each pedal 20 and the ball joint unit 34 of each rotating module 30 is used to achieve the purpose of rotating the pedals 20, and the pedals 20 are reset by the elastic resistance mechanisms 33, and the second brake ropes 72 are used to return the pedals to the starting position of the action.

The above is an introduction to the structure of the present invention. Next, the usage of the present invention will be introduced.

1. As shown in the third and fourth figures, this is an embodiment of the present invention applied to left and right swinging. In this embodiment, the pedal 20 rotates along the ball 341 of the ball joint unit 34 of the rotating device 30. The first sensing module 51 is used to sense the left and right swinging position of the pedal 20. In addition, the third sensing module 53 detects the degree of rotation of the plate 21. When the user uses the ankle machine for the first time, he first swings his ankle in the left and right directions (mainly to make it comfortable and without pulling or cramping during use). The first sensing module 51 and the third sensing module 53 collect the data of the allowable range of motion of the user's ankle, and then transmit it to the processing module 60 for display.

As shown in the fifth and sixth figures, this is an embodiment of the present invention applied to forward and backward jogging. In this embodiment, the pedal 20 rotates along the ball 341 of the ball joint unit 34 of the rotating device 30. The second sensing module 52 is used to sense the forward and backward jogging position of the pedal 20. In addition, the third sensing module 53 detects the depth of the plate 21. When the user uses the ankle machine for the first time, he then jogs his ankle forward and backward (mainly in a comfortable way without pulling or cramping during use). The second sensing module 52 and the third sensing module 53 collect the data of the allowable range of motion of the user's ankle, and transmit it to the processing module 60 for display.

As shown in the seventh and eighth figures, this is an embodiment of the present invention applied to ankle rotation. In this embodiment, the pedal 20 rotates along the plane of the ball 341 of the ball joint unit 34 of the rotating device 30, and the third sensing module 53 is used to sense the rotation position of the pedal 20; when the user uses the ankle machine for the first time, the sole of the foot rotates toward the plane direction (mainly to be comfortable and not to feel pulled or cramped during use), and the third sensing module 53 collects the data of the user's ankle's allowable range of motion, transmits it to the processing module 60 and displays it.

As shown in Figure 9, the first sensing module 51, the second sensing module 52 and the third sensing module 53 collect the range of motion data in the processing module 60. Then the operator or professional provides the user with suggestions on how to use the ankle base according to the data displayed by the processing module 60, and can record the use record of this time. In subsequent use, the rotation range and angle used are gradually increased to improve leg stiffness and exercise leg muscle strength.

Through the above description, the present invention has the following advantages:

1. When in use, the first sensing module 51 and the second sensing module 52 installed on the base 10 are used to detect the user's allowable range of left and right swing and forward and backward jogging, and cooperate with the third sensing module 53 installed between the pedal 20 and the rotating device 30 to detect the user's ankle allowable range of activity data, and then transmit the activity range data to the processing module 60. Based on this, physical therapists or professional operators can assist users to use the ankle machine correctly and gradually increase the allowable range of ankle activity, improve leg stiffness, and exercise leg muscle strength.

2. Through the first brake rope 71 and the second brake rope 72 installed on the plate 21, they can be restored to their original positions after each use, making it convenient for management personnel to sort out the equipment later.

3. As shown in Figure 9, the first sensing module 51, the second sensing module 52, and the third sensing module 53 are used to digitize the range of motion of the user's left ankle and right ankle, and the difference in the activity of the two feet can be obtained. The ankle machine function of the present invention can be used to improve leg stiffness and exercise leg muscle strength.

4. As shown in Figure 9, the present invention can store the ankle activity levels of different users in a database, and further classify them by gender, age, nature of work, etc. The above data can be accumulated into a database, and through big data analysis, it can be known which problems are caused by which movements are insufficient, and which training mode can be used to improve them. In the future, users and professionals can make preliminary judgments on the approximate problems of users' lesions based on the above classifications, and then formulate training rehabilitation plans for users through rehabilitation and medical units.

5. As shown in Figure 9, the processing module 60 can display data through a screen, mobile phone or tablet computer application, which has the advantage of convenient viewing.

6. After long-term use of the present invention, users can establish personal usage history data, which makes it easier to understand the improvement of the use of the present invention.

7. In some embodiments, an electric assist device can be installed on the pedal 20. The function of the electric assist device is to provide the pedal 20 with the functions of swinging left and right, moving forward and backward, and rotating the ankle. For some people with severe lesions, or those who are bedridden for a long time, or those who are physically inconvenient to move, the electric assist device can help generate power to allow the user's ankle to move.

In summary, the structure of this invention has never been seen in any books or publications or used publicly, and it truly meets the requirements for invention patent application. We sincerely request the Bureau to review and approve the patent as soon as possible. I would be very grateful.

It should be noted that the above is the technical principle used in the specific implementation examples of the present invention. If the changes made according to the concept of the present invention still do not exceed the spirit covered by the instructions and drawings, they should be stated within the scope of the present invention.

51: First sensing module

52: Second sensing module

53: The third sensing module

60: Processing module

Claims (7)

An ankle machine detection device mainly comprises: a base, a pair of pedals, and a pair of rotation modules for providing the pedals with rotation; the base is provided with a mounting rod and at least one bottom rod, the mounting rod is straddled on the bottom rod, and the mounting rod is provided with two mounting parts for providing the pedals with installation; each pedal is installed on the mounting rod of the base, each pedal has a plate body and at least one strap, and a connecting seat is provided at the lower end of the plate body. The connecting seat is connected to a protective cover and a spherical bearing; a mounting space is provided inside the protective cover, and the mounting space provides the aforementioned spherical bearing for mounting inside; each rotating module is mounted between the base and each pedal, and the pedal is rotated by each rotating module. Each rotating module includes a main rod, a bearing plate, an elastic resistance mechanism, and a ball joint unit from bottom to top, and is positioned by a screw from bottom to top. Each main rod is a component The main rod is mounted above the mounting portion of the mounting rod. The main rod has a through hole in the center, and the ball joint unit is mounted on the through hole. The main rod has a chassis at the bottom end. The chassis provides the bearing plate for mounting and abutting. The elastic resistance mechanism is arranged on the bearing plate. The chassis is used to tighten the aforementioned connecting seat. The top end of the aforementioned ball joint unit is provided with a sphere. The aforementioned sphere is sleeved on the spherical bearing, and the lower end is penetrated in the through hole, and The ball joint unit is provided with a screw hole at the central lower end to provide the screw lock; when in use, the pedals are rotated by utilizing the position between the connecting seat provided on each pedal and the ball joint unit of each rotating module, and the pedals are reset by utilizing the elastic resistance mechanisms; and a vertical rod and a handrail rod are provided at the center of the mounting rod; the characteristic is that: the base is provided with a plurality of first sensors for detecting the left and right swinging directions of each pedal

A first sensing module, a second sensing module for detecting the forward and backward jogging directions of each pedal, and a third sensing module for detecting the rotational position of the pedal is further provided between each pedal and each rotating module; the first sensing module, the second sensing module and the third sensing module are electrically connected to a processing module, the first sensing module, the second sensing module and the third sensing module are used to detect the allowable range of motion of the user's ankle when in use, and transmit the detected allowable range of motion data to the processing module for display, and the data displayed by the processing module can provide the operator with data to assist the user in performing ankle stretching and muscle stretching activities. As described in claim 1, the ankle detection device, wherein the first sensing module is arranged at the left and right ends of the bottom rod of the base, and the second sensing module is arranged at the front and rear ends of the mounting rod of the base, and further, the first sensing module and the second sensing module are infrared sensors. As described in claim 1, the ankle detection device, wherein the third sensing module is a gyroscope used to detect the rotation angle of the user's ankle on the pedal. As described in claim 1, the ankle machine detection device, wherein the front and rear ends of the aforementioned plate body are provided with two brake parts, a first brake rope is passed through one of the brake parts, then passed downwardly under the mounting rod, and then passed upwardly over the other brake part, thereby constraining the front and rear positions of each pedal, allowing each pedal to return to its original position; when in use, the position between the connecting seat provided on each pedal and the ball joint unit of each rotating module is utilized to achieve the purpose of rotating the pedals, the pedals are reset by the elastic resistance mechanisms, and the first brake ropes are used to return the pedals to the starting position of the action. As described in claim 4, the ankle machine detection device, wherein a second brake rope is respectively provided at the front and rear brake parts on one side of the two adjacent plates, and the second brake rope is inserted into one of the brake parts of the plate and then wound around the brake part of the other adjacent pedal to constrain the left and right positions of each pedal and restore each pedal to its original position; when in use, the position between the connecting seat provided on each pedal and the ball joint unit of each rotating module is used to achieve the purpose of rotating the pedals, and the pedals are reset by the elastic resistance mechanisms, and the second brake ropes are used to return the pedals to the starting position of the action. The ankle detection device as described in claim 1, wherein the processing module displays the data through a screen, a mobile phone, or a tablet computer application. As described in claim 1, the ankle machine detection device, wherein the pedal is equipped with an electric auxiliary device, the function of the electric auxiliary device is to provide the pedal with the functions of left and right swing, forward and backward inching, and ankle rotation.

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