EP0783290B1 - Shower and bath device for massaging and/or cleaning the feet - Google Patents

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EP0783290B1
EP0783290B1 EP95933315A EP95933315A EP0783290B1 EP 0783290 B1 EP0783290 B1 EP 0783290B1 EP 95933315 A EP95933315 A EP 95933315A EP 95933315 A EP95933315 A EP 95933315A EP 0783290 B1 EP0783290 B1 EP 0783290B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47K—SANITARY EQUIPMENT NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR; TOILET ACCESSORIES
    • A47K7/00—Body washing or cleaning implements
    • A47K7/02—Bathing sponges, brushes, gloves, or similar cleaning or rubbing implements
    • A47K7/026—Bathing sponges, brushes, gloves, or similar cleaning or rubbing implements for cleaning the feet or toes
    • 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
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  • the invention relates to a shower and bath device for massaging and / or cleaning the feet.
  • FR-A-2 321 866 discloses a device for washing and Describe drying of the feet, which is one closed by four side walls, only open container at the top. On the long sides and on Brush elements are arranged at the bottom of the double channel, while there is a shower head on a container front wall for water supply and on the opposite end wall of the tank a warm air supply to dry the feet located. In the bottom of the container are below a grating Drainage openings are provided for the wash water.
  • the outer longitudinal walls of the double channel are elastic.
  • the invention has for its object a device for massaging and / or cleaning the feet from a gutter tapering to the top opening Cross section, on the inner surfaces of their side parts and the channel bottom attached massage and / or cleaning elements as well as a water supply system create. This is especially intended for older people, overweight people and partially disabled foot care essential facilitate.
  • a preferred embodiment of the invention Solution is that at the bottom of the channel bottom Fasteners for positive and / or frictional Connection with a bath mat are provided.
  • the fasteners are preferably formed as pimples, which in preferably recesses with a star-shaped slit intervene in the bath mat.
  • fasteners it is also possible to use the fasteners to be provided with suction cups, so that the invention Device also independent of one suitable bath mat non-slip with a tub or shower tray floor can be positively connected.
  • the channel system consists of at least consists of two hydraulically isolated subsystems, each of which has at least one hose connection. This configuration enables the simultaneous targeted supply of cold and warm water so that an alternating shower effect that promotes blood circulation is feasible.
  • the channel should preferably be increased with brushes, Sponges, rubbing surfaces or similar massage and / or Cleaning elements of different hardness and / or different material properties. So in the device according to the invention at the same time, for example, natural bristles for a normal one Foot cleaning as well as harder plastic bristles for one Corneal removal may be arranged.
  • Another advantageous embodiment consists in that the massage and / or cleaning elements from brushes exist that form V-shaped rows of bristles. This configuration enables optimal cleaning especially between the toes.
  • the shower and Bathing device 1 is designed as a channel which is open at the end.
  • the channel bottom 2 is converging Provide side parts 8 which form a gap 9.
  • How 4 is the Apparatus according to the invention designed so that the entire The foot is cleaned by simply moving it back and forth and is massaged.
  • the side parts 8 and / or the channel bottom 2 are made preferably made of rubber, PVC or a similar elastic Material. This configuration is particularly ensures that there is different ankle width the gap 9 can widen elastically.
  • Fastening elements 4 are on the underside of the channel trained in the form of nubs.
  • the device 1 can thus both inserted into the recesses 5 of a bath mat 6 be, as well as with suction cups 7 on the floor a shower or bath can be attached separately.
  • the knobs 4 in the recesses 5 usually formed there are inserted.
  • it is advantageous star-shaped slits in the bath mat 6 provide, so that the device 1 on simple Can be positively connected to the bath mat 6.
  • Fig. 1 it can also be seen that both on the channel bottom 2, and on the inner sides of the side parts 8 massage and / or cleaning elements 3 arranged over the entire surface are.
  • This can be especially brushes or Sponges act that have a different hardness and / or a different material quality exhibit. Brushes are preferably on the channel bottom 2 related, the V-shaped bristle rows form.
  • a channel system 11 with inward Nozzles for the distribution of water and / or cleaning agents and a hose connection connected to the duct system 12 can have.
  • a soap dispenser can be connected with a simple push the desired amount of soap to the brush or cleaning system delivers.
  • the channel system 11 can be advantageous divided into at least two hydraulically isolated subsystems be, with each subsystem a separate one Has hose connection.
  • Via the channel system provided with a hose connection 12 11 can also use a disinfectant if necessary are supplied so that the device according to the invention especially for use in public Bathing establishments are suitable.

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The invention concerns a shower and bath device for massaging and/or cleaning the feet which considerably facilitates footcare for the elderly, the overweight and semi-invalids. According to the invention, the device takes the form of a channel which is open towards the front and in which brushes, sponges, frictional surfaces or similar massage and/or cleaning appliances are disposed.

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Die Erfindung betrifft eine Dusch- und Badevorrichtung zur Massage und/oder Reinigung der Füße.The invention relates to a shower and bath device for massaging and / or cleaning the feet.

In FR-A-2 321 866 wird eine Vorrichtung zum Waschen und Trocknen der Füße beschrieben, bei der es sich um einen durch vier Seitenwände seitlich geschlossenen, lediglich oben offenen Behälter handelt. An den Längsseiten und am Boden der Doppelrinne sind Bürstenelemente angeordnet, während sich an einer Behälterstirnwand ein Brausekopf zur Wasserzufuhr und an der gegenüberliegenden Behälterstirnwand eine Warmluftzufuhr zum Trocknen der Füße befindet. Im Behälterboden sind unterhalb eines Gitterrostes Abflußöffnungen für das Waschwasser vorgesehen. Die äußeren Längswande der Doppelrinne sind elastisch ausgebildet.FR-A-2 321 866 discloses a device for washing and Describe drying of the feet, which is one closed by four side walls, only open container at the top. On the long sides and on Brush elements are arranged at the bottom of the double channel, while there is a shower head on a container front wall for water supply and on the opposite end wall of the tank a warm air supply to dry the feet located. In the bottom of the container are below a grating Drainage openings are provided for the wash water. The outer longitudinal walls of the double channel are elastic.

Aus DE A 37 13 357 sind Befestigungselemente für einen Fußreiniger bekannt, mit der dieser an der Badewanne oder an der Duschkabine befestigt werden kann.DE A 37 13 357 are fastening elements for one Known foot cleaner with which this on the bathtub or can be attached to the shower cabin.

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Vorrichtung zur Massage und/oder Reinigung der Füße, bestehend aus einer Rinne mit sich zu deren oberer Öffnung verjüngendem Querschnitt, an den Innenflächen ihrer Seitenteile und des Rinnenbodens angebrachten Massage- und/oder Reinigungselementen sowie einem Wasserzuführungssystem zu schaffen. Die soll insbesondere älteren Menschen, Übergewichtigen und Teilinvaliden die Fußpflege wesentlich erleichtern.The invention has for its object a device for massaging and / or cleaning the feet from a gutter tapering to the top opening Cross section, on the inner surfaces of their side parts and the channel bottom attached massage and / or cleaning elements as well as a water supply system create. This is especially intended for older people, overweight people and partially disabled foot care essential facilitate.

Diese Aufgabe wird dadurch gelöst, daß der Rinnenboden und beide Seitenteile der an ihren Stirnseiten frei zugänglich offenen Rinne zur Anpassung an die Auflagefläche bzw. zur allseitigen elastischen Anlage am Fuß elastisch ausgebildet sind und zum Zuführen und Verteilen von Wasser und/oder Reinigungsmittel und/oder Desinfektionsmittel über ein mit einem Anschluß versehenes und in die Seitenteile und den Rinnenboden integriertes Kanalsystem mit in den Rinneninnenraum gerichteten Düsen verfügen.This problem is solved in that the channel bottom and both side parts of the at their end faces free accessible open channel to adapt to the support surface or for all-round elastic contact with the foot are elastic and for feeding and distributing of water and / or cleaning agents and / or disinfectants via a connected and in the channel system integrated into the side parts and the channel floor with nozzles directed into the interior of the gutter.

Eine bevorzugte Ausgestaltung der erfindungsgemäßen Lösung besteht darin, daß an der Unterseite des Rinnenbodens Befestigungselemente zur form- und/oder reibschlüssigen Verbindung mit einer Badematte vorgesehen sind. Auf diese Weise kann die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung zur rutschsicheren Befestigung insbesondere mit einer Badematte kombiniert werden. Bevorzugterweise sind die Befestigungselemente als Noppen ausgebildet, die in vorzugsweise sternförmig geschlitzt ausgebildete Ausnehmungen der Badematte eingreifen.A preferred embodiment of the invention Solution is that at the bottom of the channel bottom Fasteners for positive and / or frictional Connection with a bath mat are provided. On in this way, the inventive device for non-slip attachment especially with a bath mat be combined. The fasteners are preferably formed as pimples, which in preferably recesses with a star-shaped slit intervene in the bath mat.

Darüberhinaus ist es aber auch möglich, die Befestigungselemente mit Saugnäpfen zu versehen, so daß die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung auch unabhängig von einer geeigneten Badematte rutschfest mit einem Wannen- oder Duschtassenboden formschlüssig verbindbar ist.In addition, it is also possible to use the fasteners to be provided with suction cups, so that the invention Device also independent of one suitable bath mat non-slip with a tub or Shower tray floor can be positively connected.

Eine weitere vorteilhafte Gestaltung der erfindungsgemäßen Lösung besteht darin, daß das Kanalsystem aus mindestens zwei hydraulisch isolierten Untersystemen besteht, von denen jedes mindestens einen Schlauchanschluß aufweist. Diese Ausgestaltung ermöglicht die gleichzeitige, gezielte Zuführung von kaltem und warmen Wasser, so daß ein die Blutzirkulation fördernder Wechseldusch-Effekt realisierbar ist.Another advantageous embodiment of the invention Solution is that the channel system consists of at least consists of two hydraulically isolated subsystems, each of which has at least one hose connection. This configuration enables the simultaneous targeted supply of cold and warm water so that an alternating shower effect that promotes blood circulation is feasible.

Um die Reinigungs- und Massagewirkung der Vorrichtung weiter zu erhöhen, ist die Rinne vorzugsweise mit Bürsten, Schwämmen, Reiboberflächen oder ähnlichen Massage- und/oder Reinigungselementen unterschiedlicher Härte und/oder unterschiedlicher Materialbeschaffenheit versehen. So können in der erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtung gleichzeitig beispielsweise Naturborsten für eine normale Fußreinigung als auch härtere Kunststoffborsten für eine Hornhautentfernung angeordnet sein.To the cleaning and massage effect of the device the channel should preferably be increased with brushes, Sponges, rubbing surfaces or similar massage and / or Cleaning elements of different hardness and / or different material properties. So in the device according to the invention at the same time, for example, natural bristles for a normal one Foot cleaning as well as harder plastic bristles for one Corneal removal may be arranged.

Eine weitere vorteilhafte Ausgestaltung besteht darin, daß die Massage und/oder Reinigungselemente aus Bürsten bestehen, die V-förmig ausgebildete Borstenreihen bilden. Diese Ausgestaltung ermöglicht eine optimale Reinigung insbesondere der Zehenzwischenräume.Another advantageous embodiment consists in that the massage and / or cleaning elements from brushes exist that form V-shaped rows of bristles. This configuration enables optimal cleaning especially between the toes.

Im folgenden wird die Erfindung an Hand eines Ausführungsbeispiels und mit Bezug auf die Figuren der beiliegenden Zeichnung näher erläutert. Es zeigen:

Fig. 1
eine perspektivische Ansicht einer schematisch dargestellten Dusch- und Badevorrichtung zur Massage und/oder Reinigung der Füße;
Fig. 2
eine perspektivische Ansicht einer schematisch dargestellten Badematte;
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eine Draufsicht auf eine Ausnehmung der Badematte gemäß Fig. 2;
Fig. 4
eine schematische, die Funktionsweise verdeutlichende Draufsicht der Vorrichtung gemäß Fig. 1 und
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einen Querschnitt einer erfindungsgemäßen Vorrichtung mit integriertem Kanalsystem.
The invention is explained in more detail below with the aid of an exemplary embodiment and with reference to the figures of the accompanying drawing. Show it:
Fig. 1
a perspective view of a schematically illustrated shower and bath device for massage and / or cleaning of the feet;
Fig. 2
a perspective view of a schematically illustrated bath mat;
Fig. 3
a plan view of a recess of the bath mat according to FIG. 2;
Fig. 4
is a schematic, the operation clarifying plan view of the device according to FIGS. 1 and
Fig. 5
a cross section of a device according to the invention with an integrated channel system.

Wie Fig. 1 zu entnehmen, ist die erfindungsgemäße Dusch- und Badevorrichtung 1 als stirnseitig offene Rinne ausgebildet. Der Rinnenboden 2 ist mit aufeinander zulaufenden Seitenteilen 8 versehen, die einen Spalt 9 bilden. Wie insbesondere auch aus der Fig. 4 hervorgeht, ist die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung so gestaltet, daß der gesamte Fuß durch einfaches Hin- und Herbewegen gereinigt und massiert wird.As can be seen in Fig. 1, the shower and Bathing device 1 is designed as a channel which is open at the end. The channel bottom 2 is converging Provide side parts 8 which form a gap 9. How 4, in particular, is the Apparatus according to the invention designed so that the entire The foot is cleaned by simply moving it back and forth and is massaged.

Die Seitenteile 8 und/oder der Rinnenboden 2 bestehen vorzugsweise aus Gummi, PVC oder einem ähnlichen elastischen Material. Durch diese Ausgestaltung ist insbesondere sichergestellt, daß sich bei unterschiedlicher Knöchelbreite der Spalt 9 elastisch weiten kann.The side parts 8 and / or the channel bottom 2 are made preferably made of rubber, PVC or a similar elastic Material. This configuration is particularly ensures that there is different ankle width the gap 9 can widen elastically.

An der Unterseite der Rinne sind Befestigungselemente 4 in Form von Noppen ausgebildet. Die Vorrichtung 1 kann somit sowohl in die Ausnehmungen 5 einer Badematte 6 eingesteckt werden, als auch mit Saugnäpfen 7 an dem Boden einer Dusche bzw. Badewanne separat befestigt werden. Zur Kombination mit einer Badematte 6 werden die Noppen 4 in die dort üblicherweise ausgebildeten Ausnehmungen 5 eingesteckt. Wie in Fig. 3 dargestellt ist, ist es vorteilhaft, sternförmig geschlitzte Ausnehmungen in der Badematte 6 vorzusehen, so daß die Vorrichtung 1 auf einfache Weise formschlüssig mit der Badematte 6 verbindbar ist.Fastening elements 4 are on the underside of the channel trained in the form of nubs. The device 1 can thus both inserted into the recesses 5 of a bath mat 6 be, as well as with suction cups 7 on the floor a shower or bath can be attached separately. For Combined with a bath mat 6, the knobs 4 in the recesses 5 usually formed there are inserted. As shown in Fig. 3, it is advantageous star-shaped slits in the bath mat 6 provide, so that the device 1 on simple Can be positively connected to the bath mat 6.

In Fig. 1 ist ferner zu erkennen, daß sowohl am Rinnenboden 2, als auch an den Innenseiten der Seitenteile 8 Massage- und/oder Reinigungselemente 3 vollflächig angeordnet sind. Dabei kann es sich insbesondere um Bürsten oder Schwämme handeln, die eine unterschiedliche Härte und/oder eine unterschiedliche Materialbeschaffenheit aufweisen. Am Rinnenboden 2 werden vorzugsweise Bürsten verwandt, die V-förmig ausgebildet Borstenreihen bilden. In Fig. 1 it can also be seen that both on the channel bottom 2, and on the inner sides of the side parts 8 massage and / or cleaning elements 3 arranged over the entire surface are. This can be especially brushes or Sponges act that have a different hardness and / or a different material quality exhibit. Brushes are preferably on the channel bottom 2 related, the V-shaped bristle rows form.

Aus den Fig. 1 und 4 geht hervor, daß die Vorrichtung 1 darüberhinaus ein Kanalsystem 11 mit einwärts gerichteten Düsen zur Verteilung von Wasser und/oder Reinigungsmitteln und einen mit dem Kanalsystem verbundenen Schlauchanschluß 12 aufweisen kann. Über diesen Schlauchanschluß 12 kann beispielsweise ein Seifenspender angeschlossen werden, der bei einer einfachen Druckbetätigung die gewünschte Seifenmenge an das Bürsten- bzw. Reinigungssystem abgibt. Das Kanalsystem 11 kann vorteilhaft in mindestens zwei hydraulisch isolierte Untersysteme unterteilt sein, wobei jedes Untersystem einen separaten Schlauchanschluß aufweist.1 and 4 that the device 1 moreover, a channel system 11 with inward Nozzles for the distribution of water and / or cleaning agents and a hose connection connected to the duct system 12 can have. About this hose connection For example, a soap dispenser can be connected with a simple push the desired amount of soap to the brush or cleaning system delivers. The channel system 11 can be advantageous divided into at least two hydraulically isolated subsystems be, with each subsystem a separate one Has hose connection.

Über das mit einem Schlauchanschluß 12 versehene Kanalsystem 11 kann bei Bedarf auch ein Desinfektionsmittel zugeführt werden, so daß sich die erfindungsgemäße Vorrichtung insbesondere auch für den Einsatz in öffentlichen Badeanstalten eignet. Via the channel system provided with a hose connection 12 11 can also use a disinfectant if necessary are supplied so that the device according to the invention especially for use in public Bathing establishments are suitable.

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Massage- und ReinigungsvorrichtungMassage and cleaning device
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RinnenbodenChannel floor
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Massage- und/oder ReinigungselementeMassage and / or cleaning elements
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BefestigungselementeFasteners
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AusnehmungRecess
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BadematteBath mat
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SaugnäpfeSuction cups
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SeitenteileSide panels
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Spaltgap
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Fußfoot
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KanalsystemChannel system
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SchlauchanschlußHose connection

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  1. A showering and bathing apparatus for foot massage and/or foot cleansing consisting of a trough with a cross-section that is tapered towards its upper opening, massage and/or cleansing elements (3) that are attached to the inside surfaces of the side parts (8) of said trough and to the trough bottom (2), and a water supply system (11, 12), characterized in that said trough bottom (2) and both side parts (8) of said trough that is open and freely accessible at its end faces have an elastic design to allow adjustment to the supporting surface or overall elastic contact with the foot, and in that they comprise a duct system (11) integrated in the side parts (8) and the trough bottom (2) with an entry fitting (12) and nozzles directed towards the inside of the trough for the supply and distribution of water and/or cleansing agents and/or disinfectants.
  2. The apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that fixing elements (4) for positive or frictional engagement with a bath mat (6) are provided on the underside of the trough.
  3. The apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that said fixing elements are nipples (4) that engage with recesses (5) in said bath mat (6).
  4. The apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that said recesses (5) of said bath mat (6) are slotted in star shape.
  5. An apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that said nipples (4) can be form-fitted with suction cups (7) for attaching the trough directly to the bottom of a bath-tub or shower base.
  6. An apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that the duct system (11) consists of two separate sub-systems, each having at least one hose fitting (12) for the supply of cold or hot water, respectively.
  7. An apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the massage and/or cleansing elements (3) to be attached to the internal surfaces of the trough are brushes, sponges, or rubbing surfaces.
  8. The apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that the massage and/or cleansing elements (3) in one and the same trough differ in hardness, material quality, and finish.
  9. The apparatus according to claims 7 and 8, characterized in that the brushes form V-shaped rows of bristles.
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