Leg measuring plank

0001The invention relates to a Maßbrett, which in particular for measuring the leg is used, wherein the data obtained from the measurement of producing a Compression stockings are used.

0002To manufacture a compression glove with or without arm or a Compression stocking must be of the affected area certain, standardized Measurements are taken, then the basis for the manufacture of the glove form or the stocking. So far for determining the length a tape measure are used, preferably one comprising a device, the tape measure the automatically retracts into a housing. In the taking of measurements in the leg has been a 120 cm long Maßbrett on which to the patient with the leg to be measured sits or lies, been used.

0003There are concrete measurement specifications, the procedure by which. There are fixed points drawn to the limb, the distance is then measured.

0004In Figure 1 is shown, which set points on hand and what dimensions be determined.

0005The palm of the hand of the patient upward. It is the inside of the hand measured, not the back of the hand and the fingers should be slightly apart (as in the figure 1). Since the hand is very sensitive to pressure, the tape should not be too are pulled taut. Figure 1 shows the measuring points.

0006The following sequence of measurement steps must be followed:<sl><li><b>STEP 1</b> Marking of the measuring points A, B, C, and C¹ and listing the lengths AB, AC and AC¹, </li><li><b>STEP 2</b> Measure the circumference at A.</li><li><b>STEP 3</b> Measuring the amount at B and the distance between the planes A and B.</li><li><b>STEP 4</b> Measuring the amount at C and the distance between the planes A and C.</li><li><b>STEP 5</b> Measuring the amount at C¹, Ie at the edge of the to be produced or glove on the proximal side of the spoke bone, or where the glove is to end, as well as the distance between the planes A and C¹, The main area of ​​indication for arm sleeves is the second phase of the Lymphoedema with the goal that in the first phase of the physical secure decongestive result achieved in the long term and optimize. Thus the Armsleeve exactly sitting and is therapeutically effective, and it must exactly be appropriate. In Figure 2 is shown, which set points on the arm and what measures can be determined.</li><li><b>STEP 1</b> Marking of the measuring points C, D, E, F, G.</li><li><b>STEP 2</b> Measuring the amount of the carpus at the circumference C and on forearm centered at D as well as determining the length CD of the wrist to the forearm middle.</li><li><b>STEP 3</b> Measuring the amount E in the elbow in slight flexion of the elbow joint measured and determine the length CE of the wrist to the elbow.</li><li><b>STEP 4</b> Measuring the amount F on arm center and determining the length of the CF Carpus to the arm center.</li><li><b>STEP 5</b> Measure the circumference of the upper arm G about 2 centimeters below the armpit and Determining the length CG of the carpus to 2 centimeters below the armpit. At the top beveled Armstrümpfen addition, the G will¹-Mass And the length CG¹determined at Armstrümpfen with hat and bra fastening also the length GH:</li><li><b>STEP 6</b> First, a soft, thin piece of cardboard is placed around the upper arm. Dependent on of the pain sensitivity of the point G is determined and thus the length of the Stocking. The measuring point G¹ is about 3 to 4 centimeters above the measuring point G.</li><li><b>STEP 7</b> Determining the length of C- G¹That from the length CG plus about 3 to 4 centimeters results.</li><li><b>STEP 8</b> Determining the length GH, wherein the measuring point H is about in middle of your shoulder and the outer edge of bras called. In addition, the beam width is noted.</li></sl>

0007As for the hand and the arm there for the leg a very detailed Meßvorschrift, must be taken on the basis of which to a matching garter To that builds neither too much compression, still too easily customize the leg surrounds.

0008The steps to be taken during the measurement depend on the particular Execution of the desired stocking from (lower leg length, half-length legs, Leg length, hip attachment or tights). The following steps are perform:<tables><table><tgroup cols="3"><tbody><row><entry align="left">Lower leg length</entry><entry align="left">AD</entry><entry align="left">STEPS 1-11</entry></row><row><entry align="left">Half leg length</entry><entry align="left">AF</entry><entry align="left">STEPS 1-15</entry></row><row><entry align="left">leg length</entry><entry align="left">AG</entry><entry align="left">STEPS 1-17</entry></row><row><entry align="left">a leg with hip attachment</entry><entry align="left">AGHB</entry><entry align="left">STEPS 1-18 plus 20</entry></row><row><entry align="left">tights</entry><entry align="left">AT THE</entry><entry align="left">STEPS 1-22</entry></row></tbody></tgroup></table></tables>

0009The transtibial long version can have a compression stocking full Length can be drawn in order to increase the compression.

0010In Figure 3 is shown, which set points on his feet, which measure be determined.<sl><li><b>STEP 1</b> Measure the circumference at A.</li><li><b>STEP 2</b> Measuring the foot length by the point A (center of ankle little toe) is read corresponding marking on the Maßbrett (AH).</li><li><b>STEP 3</b> Measurement of the circumference at H, around the heel and over the instep, wherein the Foot is in dorsiflexion.</li><li><b>STEP 4</b> Measurement of the circumference at B, the narrowest part of the ankle, on the Inner ankle of the tibia.</li><li><b>STEP 5</b> After verification of the correct position of the heel of the patient is compared with the read point B corresponding linear measure on the Maßbrett (aB). </li><li><b>STEP 6</b> Measurement, the point B¹ (Overhead hamstring) corresponding linear measure on the Maßbrett. As a guide, that this point usually 8 to 10 cm above the dimension B is (aB¹).</li><li><b>STEP 7</b> Measurement of the circumference at B¹,</li><li><b>STEP 8</b> Measuring the extent at C, the point corresponding to the widest part of the calf.</li><li><b>STEP 9</b> After verification of the correct position of the heel of the patient which is the point C read length dimension corresponding to the Maßbrett (AC).</li><li><b>STEP 10</b> Measurement of the circumference at D, the head of the tuberosity.</li><li><b>STEP 11</b> Reading the point D corresponding linear measure on the Maßbrett (ret).</li><li><b>STEP 12</b> Measuring the circumference at E. The knees should be slightly bent, so that sufficient Freedom of movement is ensured when walking.</li><li><b>STEP 13</b> Review the patient's heel and reading the point E, popliteal, corresponding linear measure on the Maßbrett (aE). The following measures can be taken at the standing patient.</li><li><b>STEP 14</b> Measuring the circumference at F. As a guide, that this point is normally about 15 cm above the dimension E is.</li><li><b>STEP 15</b> Reading the point F, medium thigh, corresponding linear measure on the Maßbrett (aF).</li><li><b>STEP 16</b> Measuring the circumference at G.</li><li><b>STEP 17</b> Length dimension in G (Ag).</li><li><b>STEP 18</b> Measuring the amount M, the waist of the patient.</li><li><b>STEP 19</b> Measuring the length from the waist at the front of the body to the crotch. Measure the back of the body from the waist over the hips to the gluteal groove.</li><li><b>STEP 20</b> Measure the side length from floor to waist (aM).</li><li><b>STEP 21</b> Measuring the hip or waist circumference K of the patient, depending on which is greater.</li><li><b>STEP 22</b> Measure the side length from floor to K (aK).</li></sl>

0011The rational and reproducible measurement of a leg means Maßbrett (Length determination and scope determination in one operation) is not at all Patient and not perform anywhere. The usually about 120 cm long Maßbrett, on which the patient sits down with the leg to be measured or sets, is to Example in narrow Anmeßkabinen or outpatient use to not always use. With too soft surface (such as a mattress) or Using two chairs as a support for the Maßbrett can damage the Maßbrett or cause patient injury.

0012Object of the invention to provide a Maßbrett available is reproducible Readings particular guarantees in the measurement of the leg.

0013This object is achieved by a Maßbrett, as set forth in claim. 1 Further developments of the invention are the subject of Maßbrettes Subclaims.

0014Accordingly, the invention relates to a Maßbrett in particular for the measurement leg, consisting of a base board to which an upright footboard is articulated, being adjustable at least on one of the side edges of the footrest in height Tape is attached. The angle between the boards should be exactly 90 ° to provide accurate, to ensure reproducible measurements. The two boards can be connected via standard hinges. Furthermore, Detents may be provided so that a collapse of the boards in the open condition or a unfolding is precluded in the collapsed state.

0015The tape measures, for example, left and right on the footboard Maßbrettes be attached by means of eyelets, are hooked to the left and right depending on a measuring tape can, and indeed several eyelets in particular 1 cm to a height adjustment the tape measures to allow. At what distance from the starting point of the angle, the measuring tapes are hooked, depends on the size of the leg to be measured. The aim is that in the right measuring tapes Angle of the foot to perform on the central axis of the leg to be measured. In a first advantageous embodiment, the tape is automatically placed in a Housing pulling band, which has a ruler scale. With further preference on the foot board two tape measures mounted. A tape measure can be used as a simple Knitting be carried out to a uniform pulling the Meßbrettes to the foot to ensure by the patient. In a further preferred embodiment, on the tape or on the tapes present on the front and on the back of a ruler scale, especially in Centimeters divided.

0016In a further embodiment of the measuring band is on the front of a Ruler scale in centimeter scales and on the back of a ruler in scaling Customs classification available.

0017The tape length is about 100 cm.

0018in particular, the footboard has a length between 20 and 50 cm and a width between 10 and 20 cm and / or the floorboard has a length between 20 and 50 cm and a width 10 to 20 cm. Preferred is an embodiment in which the two boards from about 30 cm long, 15 cm wide and 2 cm thick plastic boards exist.

0019Furthermore, it is preferable that an anatomically shaped foot sole in the foot board is embedded.

0020With the aid of Maßbrettes invention it is possible, the length of the foot and the measuring planes B and B¹ to determine.

0021For the following steps in the measurement of a leg the tape measures are employed to achieve reproducible values:<ul><li>The unfolded Maßbrett is applied to the sole of the foot. </li><li>The patient holds the preferably attached on both sides and rolled Tapes slightly stretched at right angles to the foot at the level of Ankle joint fixed in the longitudinal axis of the leg.</li><li>The upper range can now, as a Maßbrett conventional type, in a Step length and extent of the measurement planes determine. Thus is also the Locating earlier or from other persons of certain measuring points reproducible, quickly and safely possible.</li></ul>

0022Another advantage is that the Maßbrett lying down, sitting or standing can be used.

0023The once-established and recorded measuring points can certainly and unambiguously - will be back - also by another person. This allows for a proper length determination of the measuring points for dimensional when reordering or complaints. This method can also by the doctor and / or employed therapist to check the circumference measurements and volume determination will.

0024With reference to several figures are advantageous embodiments of the The invention will be illustrated, without thereby the invention unnecessarily want to restrict.

0025Show it<dl tsize="7"><dt>figure 4</dt><dd>a Maßbrett without leg and</dd><dt>figure 5</dt><dd>a Maßbrett with leg.</dd></dl>

0026Accordingly, the invention relates to a Maßbrett 1 for the measurement leg, consisting of a bottom board 4 to which an upright footboard 5 is articulated. The Floor board 4 and the footboard 5 are connected via a simple hinge 42, the at the same time includes a lock, so that unwanted areas not possible is.

0027At both side edges of the footrest 5 are two height-adjustable measuring tapes 2 and 3 is attached.

0028The adjustment will happen, for example, via a groove 41 with approximately circular recesses mounted at regular distances from each other are, in the one befindlicher on tape 2, 3 pin can engage.

0029Figure 2 shows the Maßbrett 1 and a leg to be measured 6, on the bottom board 5 rests. The foot is pressed against the footboard. 4