EP3299008A1 - Acupressure device for fingers and toes - Google Patents

Abstract

The finger or toe acupressure device has an annular support element (10) with an opening (12) for the finger or toe. From the support member (10) two acupressure elements (16) are worn, which are intended to stimulate the acupressure points to the right and left of the nail root by applying pressure force. For this purpose, the acupressure elements (16) are arranged at a distance from one another in the upper area (28) and in the circumferential direction (U). They are at least approximately in the plane perpendicular to the longitudinal direction (L) extending plane (E). The acupressure elements (16) are preferably arranged on spring elements (30) of the support element (10).

Description

The invention relates to an acupressure device for fingers and toes according to the preamble of claim 1.

An acupressure device of this type for fingers is out of the document US 2003/0045899 A1 known. It is formed like a thimble and has on its upper side of an outgoing from the proximal end slot-shaped passage which is formed widened in the opposite side of the finger nail and forms two spring tongues, which reach the fingernail to the plant. A semi-circular, bottomed area has a smooth outer surface and an inner surface occupied by a plurality of knob-like projections. These protrusions stimulate the fingertip and the fingertip and enhance blood circulation effects through the production of negative ions.

Based on this prior art, it is an object of the present invention to further develop the acupressure device so that it serves as an aid to alleviate various physical and mental illnesses and ailments.

This object is achieved with an acupressure device having the features of claim 1.

Each finger and each toe has an acupressure point at the top of each side of the nail root at the nail bed on both sides of the nail root. These acupressure points are each assigned to organs and their functions. By stimulating these acupressure points can be proven to treat infirmity, diseases and disorders of the human body. From these acupressure points the meridian lines go to the respective organs. The acupressure device according to the invention directly stimulates the acupressure points; the effect of directly stimulating the acupressure points is greater than stimulating the meridian lines.

The following are examples of such acupressure points and their effects on the body and psyche.

Left hand, little finger: snoring, breathing, heart, physically quiet sleep.

Left hand, ring finger: insomnia, dizziness, tonsillitis, agitation, hay fever, allergies.

Left hand, middle finger: heart attack prevention, angina pectoris, blood pressure, anxiety, palpitations.

Right hand, thumb: bronchitis, asthma, lymph.

Right hand, index finger: toothache, headache, angina.

Left foot, small toe: anxiety, dizziness, headache, eyes, impotence, back pain, tinnitus, anxiety, sleep, nervousness.

Left foot, big toe: headache, genitalia, prostate, depression, nightmares, menstrual problems, restless sleep, gout.

Right foot, big toe: abdominal pain, menstrual problems, genital disorder.

Right foot, second toe: toothache, stomach, nightmares, gastritis, face heat.

Right foot, fourth toe: agitation, many dreams / nightmares, headache.

The acupressure device according to the invention is intended to stimulate the respective acupressure points. It is intended to wear the acupressure device for extended periods of time, such as during the day and / or night.

The acupressure points are stimulated by a stationary pressurization. For this purpose, the acupressure device according to the invention is supported on the relevant finger or toe in a stationary manner (i.e., without relative movement between the acupressure device and the respective limb), similar to a ring.

The acupressure device has an annular support element with an opening which defines a circumferential direction and an at least approximately perpendicular thereto extending longitudinal direction. The opening is intended for a finger or a toe. The support element is intended to rest in a lower region of the acupressure device on the fingertip or on the toe berry.

According to the invention, the acupressure device has two, preferably exactly two acupressure elements, which are spaced apart in the circumferential direction and lie at least approximately in a plane extending at right angles to the longitudinal direction and in an overhead region of the acupressure device. One of these acupressure elements is intended to be a Acupressure point to the left of the nail root and the other of these acupressure elements is intended to stimulate a corresponding acupressure point to the right of the nail root of the respective finger or toe in question by at least approximately constant application of pressure force.

Preferably, the opening corresponds at least approximately to the outer shape of the respective finger or the relevant toe, whereby a secure hold on the respective finger or on the relevant toe and a rotation lock for the acupressure device is ensured.

It is also conceivable that the opening in the support element has an at least approximately oval cross-section, which also ensures the security against rotation of the acupressure device with respect to the respective finger or the toe in question.

It is also preferred to form a circular opening on the support element and to provide a spring element which, in cooperation with the respective finger or the relevant toe, ensures secure holding.

In addition to a circumferentially self-contained embodiment of the support member, it is also conceivable to form this open in the circumferential direction, preferably a corresponding slit-shaped sub-book is provided in the underlying area and preferably unfold the two adjacent to the interruption leg of Akupressurgeräts spring action to this on firmly hold the respective finger or on the relevant toe.

For the sake of completeness, it should be mentioned that the acupressure elements can be in the radial direction against inside projecting nubs, hemispheres or balls relative to the support element, so that the stimulation concentrated almost exclusively on the acupressure points.

Preferably, the support element has a spring element on which the acupressure elements are arranged. This allows even with a rigid support element, the system of acupressure at the acupressure points under spring action.

The support element preferably has a single spring element for each of the acupressure elements.

Preferably, the support element has a length measured in the longitudinal direction, which is greater than the largest clear width of the support element or the opening formed therein in the plane of the acupressure elements. Preferably, the length is at least at least approximately one and a half times as large as the clear width or the opening. This ensures a safe and comfortable fit of the acupressure device on the respective finger or on the relevant toe.

Preferably, the support element is hat-shaped, that is in the manner of a thimble. To make wearing comfortable, the support element preferably has ventilation openings at the distal end and in the area below.

A particularly good wearing comfort results when the support element is formed closed in the circumferential direction and preferably the opening at least approximately the shape the second and third member of the respective finger or the middle member and the end member of the toe in question corresponds; Of course, the external shape of the finger or the toe in the relevant area is meant. Preferably, the support member comprises the (entire) third member and at least approximately half of the second member or the (entire) end member and at least approximately half of the central member.

Preferably, the spring elements for the acupressure elements are formed on the support element itself, for example by separating joints which separate tongue-shaped spring elements from the remaining part of the support element. The tongue-shaped spring elements are then integrally formed at its root and integral with the remaining part of the support member.

Preferably, each of the acupressure elements is arranged in the free end region of the associated tongue-shaped spring element and fastened thereto. As a result, the spring effect is utilized optimally.

Preferably, the support element has a support ring and two wire-shaped spring elements, wherein the spring elements are fastened at one end to the support ring and at the other end each carry one of the two acupressure elements. This allows a decorative design of the acupressure device. Preferably, in this embodiment, the acupressure elements, measured in the longitudinal direction, are at a distance from the support ring.

This embodiment also makes it possible to make the support ring, measured in the longitudinal direction, small, in particular smaller than the clear width. Preferably, the length is at least approximately half the clear width.

The support ring can, viewed in the circumferential direction, be open. In a preferred, circumferentially closed embodiment of the support ring this is preferably rigid, wherein on its inner side a retaining spring element is arranged. This may for example be provided as a leaf spring, which of course also two retaining spring elements are possible. The retaining spring element is or the retaining spring elements are intended to rest in the underlying area (i.e., on the underside) on the respective finger or on the relevant toe under spring force in order to ensure a secure hold of the acupressure device.

Preferably, the acupressure elements are spherical. In this case, two ball sections are particularly preferably projecting radially inward and radially outward beyond the carrier element. The radially inwardly projecting ball portion each forms an acupressure element and the radially outwardly projecting ball portion allows the user to control the correct fit of the acupressure device and in particular the correct position of the acupressure elements; this also in darkness.

The same effect can also be achieved if the acupressure elements have a different shape, for example that of a hemisphere, and on the radially outer side of the carrier element other, the position of the acupressure elements corresponding characteristics are present, preferably in the form of protrusions or depressions.

This also offers the user the ability to control the correct fit even in the dark.

In particular, in Akupressurgeräten whose supporting elements have a large length, for example, of at least approximately one and a half times the largest clear width of the support element or its opening in the plane, it is possible to install a grid of receiving passages in the overhead area. These preferably run in the radial direction, wherein preferably a number of circumferentially distributed receiving passages are each arranged in a plane extending at least approximately at right angles to the longitudinal direction and a plurality of such planes are arranged with receiving passages in the longitudinal direction one behind the other. This offers the possibility of inserting the two acupressure elements into those receiving passages which are located at the acupressure points when the acupressure device is worn. This embodiment offers the advantage that an acupressure device can be used for different fingers or toes.

Preferably, threads are formed on the support member in the receiving passages. Accordingly, the two acupressure elements are designed as acupressure screws with a corresponding mating thread. The acupressure elements can thereby be displaced in a simple manner and, in particular, can also be adjusted with regard to their pressure effect on the acupressure points by being made to protrude in the radial direction towards the inside more or less over the support element.

The proximal end portions of the acupressure screws may be hemispherical or flat, for example.

Preferably, in this embodiment, the support element is constructed in two parts by having an upper part with the receiving passages and a lower part. Preferably, the lower part is provided radially inwardly with a ramp-like contact area, which is intended to be applied to the finger berry or the toe berry, preferably under compressive force.

Preferably, the upper part and the lower part are displaceable in the longitudinal direction relative to each other, guided together, for example in the manner of dovetail guides. This opens up the possibility of pushing the upper part connected and aligned with the lower part over the desired finger (toe or toe) to a secure, comfortable fit and then inserting the acupressure elements in those two receiving passageways, which are located at the two acupressure points.

It is also conceivable that, seen in the circumferential direction, the upper part of the lower part or the lower part of the upper part so far that they are held in the radial direction relative to each other, however, a relative displacement is allowed to each other in the longitudinal direction.

The stimulation effect of the acupressure elements can preferably be increased by forming them as permanent magnets or by having a permanent magnet.

Preferably, the support element consists of one, preferably biocompatible plastic, so that the possibility of a shape perfectly adapted to the respective finger or toe in question is made possible by means of 3D printers. For example, the 3D printer material "Fromlabs Dental SG" from Vertex-Dental B.V., NL-3769 AV Soesterberg is suitable for this purpose.

For the production of the relevant finger or toe can be photographed or scanned, a computer program based on the data obtained thereby determines the shape of the Acupressurgerätes and in particular of the support element and controls a 3D printer for producing the Acupressurgerätes.

However, it is also possible to make the support element of a more noble material, such as gold 750, silver 925, platinum 950 or stainless steel, to make the acupressure device look like a piece of jewelry.

Fig. 1

in perspektiver Darstellung eine erste Ausführungsform eines Akupressurgeräts, welches in der Art eines Fingerhuts ausgebildet;

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das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 1 in Seitenansicht in Richtung des Pfeiles II der Fig. 1;

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das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 1 in Seitenansicht in Richtung des Pfeiles III der Fig. 1;

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in Draufsicht das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 1;

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in Untersicht das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 1;

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das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 1 in Ansicht in Richtung des Pfeiles VI der Fig. 1;

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das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 1 in Ansicht in Richtung VII der Fig. 1;

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in perspektivischer Darstellung eine zweite Ausführungsform des Akupressurgeräts, welches als Schmuckstück ausgebildet ist;

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in Draufsicht das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 8;

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das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 8 in Ansicht in Richtung des Pfeiles 10 der Fig. 8;

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in Seitenansicht das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 8;

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das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 8 in Ansicht in Richtung des Pfeiles XII der Fig. 8;

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in perspektivischer Darstellung eine dritte Ausführungsform des Akupressurgeräts mit einem Raster von Aufnahmedurchlässen zur Aufnahme von zwei Akupressurelementen;

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in Draufsicht das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 13;

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das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 13 in Ansicht in Richtung des Pfeiles XV der Fig. 13; und

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das Akupressurgerät gemäss Fig. 13 in Ansicht in Richtung des Pfeiles XVI der Fig. 13.

The invention will be explained in more detail with reference to embodiments shown in the drawing. It shows purely schematically:

Fig. 1

in perspective view, a first embodiment of an acupressure device, which is designed in the manner of a thimble;

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the acupressure device according to Fig. 1 in side view in the direction of arrow II the Fig. 1 ;

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the acupressure device according to Fig. 1 in side view in the direction of arrow III the Fig. 1 ;

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in plan view, the acupressure according to Fig. 1 ;

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in bottom view the acupressure device according to Fig. 1 ;

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the acupressure device according to Fig. 1 in view in the direction of the arrow VI Fig. 1 ;

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the acupressure device according to Fig. 1 in view towards VII of the Fig. 1 ;

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in a perspective view of a second embodiment of the acupressure device, which is designed as a piece of jewelry;

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in plan view, the acupressure according to Fig. 8 ;

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the acupressure device according to Fig. 8 in view in the direction of the arrow 10 the Fig. 8 ;

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in side view the acupressure device according to Fig. 8 ;

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the acupressure device according to Fig. 8 in view in the direction of the arrow XII the Fig. 8 ;

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a perspective view of a third embodiment of the acupressure device with a grid of receiving passages for receiving two acupressure elements;

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in plan view, the acupressure according to Fig. 13 ;

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the acupressure device according to Fig. 13 in view in the direction of the arrow XV of the Fig. 13 ; and

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the acupressure device according to Fig. 13 in view in the direction of the arrow XVI the Fig. 13 ,

The in the Fig. 1 to 7 shown embodiment of an acupressure device has an annular support member 10 which is formed in the present case in the manner of a thimble. The support element 10 defines a circumferential direction U and a longitudinal direction L. The support element 10 forms an opening 12 for a finger 14, on which the acupressure device can be pushed in order to stimulate two acupressure points 18 with its two acupressure elements 16. The two acupressure points 18 lie on the upper side of the finger 14 on the right and left side of the nail root 20 of the fingernail 22; one of these acupressure points 18 is in Fig. 2 indicated at the simplified illustrated finger 14.

The support element 10 is intended to abut in its underlying region 24 on the finger berry 26, wherein the two acupressure elements 16 are in the overhead region 28 of the support member 10.

The two acupressure elements 16 are spaced apart in the circumferential direction U and lie in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction L, in the FIGS. 2 and 3 One of these acupressure elements 16 is intended to the acupressure point to the left of the nail root and the other of the acupressure elements 16 is intended to a corresponding acupressure point right to the nail root of the nail finger 14 to stimulate by applying pressure force.

A tongue-shaped spring element 30 is formed on the support element 10 for each acupressure element 16, in the free end region 30 'of which the acupressure element 16 in question is attached and which is integrally and integrally formed with its spring element root 32 with the remaining part of the support element 10.

On the support element 10, two U-shaped parting lines 34 are formed, which serve to form the spring elements 30 in the integrally formed support element 10. The spring element roots 32 are located approximately midway between the underlying region 24 and the overlying region 28, with the spring elements 30 extending into the overhead region 28 where the free end regions 30 'are located.

The support element 30 has at its distal end 36 an oval ventilation passage 38 and in the underlying region 24 three, extending in the longitudinal direction, slot-like ventilation passages 38 '. For the sake of completeness, it should be mentioned that the support element 10 is formed closed in the circumferential direction U in the distal end region as well as in the proximal end region.

The two acupressure elements 16 are spherical, with a radially inner spherical segment 40 projecting from the spring element 30 in the radial direction against the inside and a radially outer spherical segment 42 with respect to the spring element 30 in the radial direction towards the outside. The radially inner spherical segment 40 serves the Stimulation of the acupressure point 18 in question while the radially outer sphere segment 42 serves the user of the acupressure device for the correct positioning and checking of the positioning.

As this particular in the 6 and 7 can be removed, the opening 12 is preferably adapted to the shape of the respective finger 14; In the embodiment shown, the opening 12 has an oval cross-section, which prevents the acupressure device from rotating relative to the finger 14.

An optimum fit can be achieved if the opening 12 of the support element 10 at least approximately corresponds to the shape of the respective finger.

In order to simplify the sliding of the acupressure device on the finger, the support element 10 may preferably be made of a material having elastic properties, or the shape may be selected such that spring properties result.

The two acupressure elements 16 may be formed of the same material as the support element 10. However, they can also consist of another material, for example a metal; preferably, they have magnetic properties.

For the sake of completeness, it should be mentioned that the support element, seen in the circumferential direction U, can also be designed to be open, for example by the middle of the three ventilation passages 38 'extending in the underlying region 24 over the entire length of the support element 10.

That in the Fig. 1 to 7 shown acupressure device has a length which corresponds approximately to 1, 6 times the clear width of the opening 12 in the plane E. If it is attached to the respective finger 14, it takes up the third phalanx fully and extends to about the middle of the second phalanx. This provides an optimal fit and stabilizes the joint between these two phalanges.

In the in the 8 to 12 shown embodiment of the acupressure device, the support member has a self-contained, annular support ring 44. The length of the support ring 44, measured in the longitudinal direction L, is smaller than the diameter (inside width) of the opening 12; here about 50%. Preferably, the length of the support ring is at least approximately 40% to 70% of the clear width.

The two spring elements 30 are formed in a wire shape, wherein these are fastened with their attachment end 46 on an end face 48 of the support ring 44 in the overhead region 28 side by side.

At the free end, each of the two wire-shaped spring elements 30 carries one of the two acupressure elements 16, here designed as a rotation body with an oval cross-section.

The two spring elements 30 extend from the distal end face 48 in the longitudinal direction L parallel to each other and then extend by means of a bend away from each other to the acupressure elements 16, which in turn lie in the plane E and seen in the circumferential direction U are spaced apart such that they with the both Acupressure points 18 of the respective finger 14 can interact and stimulate by applying pressure force the acupressure points 18.

In the exemplary embodiment shown, the acupressure elements 16, measured in the longitudinal direction L, are located at a distance from the support ring 44.

To ensure the acupressure device a secure fit, the support ring 44 on its inner side 44 'a retaining spring element 50 on. This is formed as an open ring leaf-spring-like manner, being fastened with its central region in the overhead region 28 on the support ring 44.

The retaining spring element 50 serves for the secure fit of the acupressure device with the rigidly formed support ring 44 on the respective finger 14. When the acupressure device is worn, the support element 10 rests against the finger berry 26 with the retaining spring element 50.

In this embodiment, the acupressure device, for example, made of a precious metal, in particular gold or silver, and also forms a piece of jewelry.

In the in the FIGS. 13 to 16 shown embodiment of the acupressure device, the support member 10 is in turn formed longer than the largest clear width of the cross-sectionally oval opening 12 in the plane E; here about 1.8 times longer.

In the overhead area 28, the support member 10 in a preferably square grid 52 arranged receiving passages 54; the center distance between adjacent receiving passages is for example about 2.5 mm. In the exemplary embodiment shown, 8 receiving passages are provided in succession in a plane E in the circumferential direction U, with six such rows of passages 54 being formed on the carrying element 10 successively in the longitudinal direction L.

Each of the receiving passages 54 is provided with an internal thread 56, wherein the two acupressure elements 16 are formed as acupressure screws 58 with a corresponding mating thread 60.

The acupressure screws 58 in the form of grub screws have radially outward a hexagonal recess for a hex wrench, by means of which the acupressure screws 58 can be threaded into the respective receiving passages 54, so that the acupressure screws project radially inward by the desired amount over the support element 10.

The acupressure screws 58 may be flat, curved or hemispherical at their radially inner end and may have permanent magnetic properties or be provided with a permanent magnet.

The receiving passages 54 arranged in the grid 52 offer the possibility that the acupressure device can be worn on different fingers and then the acupressure screws 58 can be threaded into those two receiving passages 54 which are at the acupressure points.

In the illustrated embodiment, the support member 10 is rigid, wherein it has on the radially inner side in the underlying area a ramp-like abutment portion 62 which is intended to interact with the finger berry 26, and which from the proximal end to the distal end of the support member 10 towards increases in the radial direction towards the inside.

This abutment area 62, together with the oval opening 12, gives the acupressure device a secure fit on the respective finger 14.

In the embodiment shown, the support member 10 is formed in two parts. It has an upper part 64 and a lower part 66. On the upper part 64, the receiving passages 54 and the lower part 66 of the ramp-like abutment portion 62 is formed.

The upper part 64 and the lower part 66 can be firmly connected to each other. In the embodiment shown, however, the two parts are mounted to each other in the longitudinal direction L by means of dovetail guide 68 slidably.

When used for the first time, the support element 10 - with the upper part 64 and the lower part 66 connected to one another - is slipped onto the relevant finger (or the relevant toe) until a good fit of the support element 10 to the finger 14 is achieved. Then, the acupressure screws 58 are threaded to the desired level in those two receiving passages 54 located at the respective acupressure points 18.

The acupressure device can be designed in the same way to stimulate corresponding acupressure points 18 on the top of the toes, to the right and left of the nail root of the toenails.

Likewise, in all embodiments, the acupressure elements may be formed as permanent magnets or have permanent magnets.

Claims (15)

Acupressure device for fingers or toes with an overhead area (28), a lower area (24), an opening (12) for a finger or a toe forming, a circumferential direction (U) and a longitudinal direction (L) defining, annular support member ( 10) and with acupressure elements (16) carried by the support element (10), characterized by two acupressure elements (16) spaced apart in the circumferential direction (U), at least approximately in a plane (E) running at right angles to the longitudinal direction (L), in the overhead area (28), wherein one of these acupressure elements (16) is intended to have an acupressure point (18) to the left of the nail root (20) and the other of these acupressure elements (16) to have a corresponding acupressure point (18) to the right of the nail root (20 ) of the respective finger or the relevant toe by applying pressure force, and the support element (10) is intended to be in the underlying Be rich (24) on the fingertip (26) or the toe berry. Acupressure device according to claim 1, characterized in that the support element (10) has a spring element (30) on which the acupressure elements (16) are arranged, preferably two spring elements (30) on each of which one of the two acupressure elements (16) is arranged. Acupressure device according to claim 2, characterized in that in the longitudinal direction (L) measured length of the support element (10) is greater than, preferably at least one and a half times as large as the inside diameter of the support element (10) in the plane (E). Acupressure device according to claim 3, characterized in that the support element (10) is hat-shaped and has ventilation passages (38, 38 ') at its distal end (36) and in the lower region (24). Acupressure device according to claim 3 or 4, characterized in that the support element (10) in the circumferential direction (U) is closed in itself and preferably the opening (12) at least approximately the shape of at least a portion of the second and third member of a finger (14) or at least a part of the central member and the end member corresponds to a toe. Acupressure device according to one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that the support element (10) has parting lines (34) for the formation of tongue-shaped spring elements (30) for the acupressure elements (16). Acupressure device according to claim 6, characterized in that each of the acupressure elements (16) in the free end region (30 ') of the associated tongue-shaped spring element (30) is attached thereto. Acupressure device according to claim 2, characterized in that the support element (10) has a support ring (44) whose longitudinal direction (L) measured length is preferably smaller than its inside width, and the spring elements (30) are formed wire-shaped, which at one end are fixed to the support ring (44) and the other end, at a distance from the support ring (44), each one of the acupressure elements (16) wear , Acupressure device according to claim 8, characterized in that the support ring (44) in the circumferential direction (U) is self-contained and rigid and has on its inner side a retaining spring element (50) which is intended in the underlying area (24) to rest on the finger (14) or on the toe under spring force. Acupressure device according to one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that the acupressure elements (16) are at least approximately spherical. Acupressure device according to claim 1, characterized in that in the longitudinal direction (L) measured length of the support member (10) is greater than, preferably at least one and a half times as large as the inside diameter of the support element (10) in the plane (E), the support element (10) has a plurality of receiving passages (54) arranged in a grid (52) in the upper area (28), and the two acupressure elements (16) are intended to be inserted into those two receiving passages (54) which carry the acupressure device by a user associated with the acupressure points (18). Acupressure device according to claim 11, characterized in that on the support element (10) in the receiving passages (54) thread (56) and the two acupressure elements (16) as acupressure screws (58) are formed with a corresponding mating thread (60). Acupressure device according to claim 11 or 12, characterized in that the support element (10) has an upper part (64) with the receiving passages (54) and a lower part (66) with a ramp-like abutment region (62) which is intended for finger-grip (26) or toe berry, preferably under compressive force, to rest. Acupressure device according to claim 13, characterized in that the upper part (64) and the lower part (66) in the longitudinal direction (L) are guided relative to each other slidably together. Acupressure device according to one of claims 1 to 14, characterized in that the acupressure elements (16) are designed as permanent magnets or have such.

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