JP2008540019A - Bathing system and method - Google Patents

Abstract

Bathing systems and corresponding methods featuring a multi-position support apparatus. In one non-limiting embodiment, the multi-position support apparatus is accepting a user in a standing position, moving the user into a predefined reclining position, bathing the user in the predefined reclining position, and returning the user to a standing position.

Description

  This application includes US patent application no. 11 / 130,129 (name: massage and bathing chair, filing date; May 17, 2005) and US patent application number 11 / 131,130 (name: patient support device, filing date). May 17, 2005) and US Provisional Application No. 60 / 715,147 (Name: Bathing System and Method, Filing Date; September 9, 2005) and US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 715,177. (Name: multi-position support device with electric leg support, filing date: September 9, 2005) and US provisional patent application number 60 / 738,592 (name: bathing device with spring surface, All of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety, claiming priority based on the filing date November 22, 2005).

  The present invention relates to bathing, and more particularly, to a bathing system including a multi-position support device, a sprinkler that is optionally controlled and a massage unit, and a method thereof.

In the following, the term “sprinkler” is a concept that includes any device that emits liquid, including but not limited to a water diffuser used for rinsing and bathing. For example, an ejector, a diffusion ejector, and a nozzle are included.
In the following, the term “bathing” is a concept that includes any device that cleans the user with water or other ingredients, including but not limited to washing and showering. The bathing system according to the invention is to be understood as including all forms of shower systems and cleaning systems.

In the following, the term “engine” is a concept including any device capable of operating an article, and includes a motor and an operating device, but is not limited thereto.
An accurate understanding of the invention provided herein requires the basic principles and details associated with bathing systems and methods. Theoretical descriptions, details, explanations, and their applications and related matters and phenomena are readily available to standard levels in the fields of physics, electrical engineering, home care devices and geriatric care.

  Some prior art focuses on machine elements, systems, and methods, which are based on or include multi-position wheelchair methods and multi-position beds. However, none of the prior art shows a bathing system equipped with a multi-position support device, and does not include a feature of performing a bathing operation that starts from a standing state at both the start time and the end time. Furthermore, none of the prior art shows a bathing device having a spring surface.

  U.S. Pat. No. 5,465,437 issued by Herman William David describes a bathing device that allows a person with a disability to clean comfortably and safely in a shower or in a bathtub. This device is built on a parquet floor or bathtub and is firmly placed and allows the disabled to sit when entering and exiting the bathtub enclosure and when it is cleaned in the enclosure The chair seat is equipped. The chair seat includes a first turning mechanism fixed to a lower portion of the seat so as to support the seat performing a related operation on the support frame. The said support frame is provided with the 2nd turning mechanism which forms the fixed base turning axis of a fixed position with respect to the floor part of the said bathtub housing | casing. The extension processing unit is provided with a third turning mechanism at the top end for fitting in the first turning mechanism of the chair seat for the purpose of performing a turning operation in which the extension axis is parallel to the basic turning axis. Combine. In addition, the extension processing unit is provided with a fourth turning mechanism at the lower end for fitting the second turning mechanism of the support frame for the purpose of turning the basic turning shaft. The extension processing unit is constructed to support the chair seat on the support frame, and further outside the bathtub housing position where a person can attach or remove the seat. And the seat can move between the inside of the bathtub housing that can be comfortably bathed when a person arrives at the seat. However, by definition, it cannot achieve a standing state. Furthermore, it does not have a user operation condition setting, nor does it have a preprogrammed operation program.

  US Pat. No. 6,033,168 to Steedman William David discloses a device for moving a user in and out of a bathtub. This apparatus is provided with a seat seat attached by turning cooperation. This seat is lifted by a ram. When the swivel coordination is arranged and the seat is lifted up to a certain height, the seat tilts backward to lift the person's leg on the seat and move far above the bathtub. It is likewise possible to swivel to the side of the bathtub without lifting up. However, this also cannot achieve a completely horizontal state or a standing state. Moreover, it does not use an integrated bathing system using a preprogrammed operation program, nor use a monitoring device or a control unit.

  U.S. Pat. No. 5,287,568 to Morman Jean D. is between a lowered raised position close to one side of the central support in a horizontal pivot and a lateral position raised on the central support. An inclined lift bath system including a central support having a chair fixed for performing a turning motion is described. The chair is pivotable on a vertical axis in its raised side position and is fixed to the central support in the vicinity of one side wall of the bathtub, the chair facing the raised side position by a power unit It can swivel upwards, can swivel over the bathtub wall, and can swivel low toward a low upright position in the bathtub where the chair user bathes. However, this also cannot achieve a completely horizontal state or a standing state. Moreover, it is not based on an integrated bathing system, nor is there a system using a detection unit or control unit with a preprogrammed operation program.

  US Pat. No. 5,517,704 by Dagostino Richard J describes a chair with a toilet and shower combined, a base, a seat adjusted to be placed on the base, and a removable base And an overhang portion attached thereto. The seat portion is slidable from the base portion to the overhanging portion for moving a person to a seat portion on a standard bathtub for taking a shower. However, in US Pat. No. 5,517,704, the standing state cannot be realized, and this device cannot move from the standing state to the lying state. Also, there are no user operation condition settings and preprogrammed operation programs.

  U.S. Pat. No. 5,287,568 to Morman Jean D. is between a lowered raised position close to one side of the central support in a horizontal pivot and a lateral position raised on the central support. An inclined lift bath system including a central support having a chair fixed for performing a turning motion is described. The chair is pivotable on a vertical axis in its raised side position and is fixed to the central support in the vicinity of one side wall of the bathtub, the chair facing the raised side position by a power unit It can swivel upwards, can swivel over the bathtub wall, and can swivel low toward a low upright position in the bathtub where the chair user bathes. However, this also cannot achieve a completely horizontal state or a standing state. Moreover, it is not based on an integrated bathing system, nor is there a system using a detection unit or control unit with a preprogrammed operation program.

  US Pat. No. 5,465,437 by Hermann William David describes a bathing device that allows a disabled person to clean comfortably and safely in a shower room or bathtub. This bathing tool comprises a base frame fixed in a shower room or in a bathtub, and a chair seat on which the disabled person can sit when entering or leaving the bathtub housing and during washing in the bathtub. It is provided. The chair seat has a first swivel mechanism that is secured to the bottom of the seat and supports related movements of the seat beyond the base frame. The base frame has a second swivel mechanism, which forms a standard fixed base pivot with respect to the floor of the bathtub housing. The extension processing unit has a third swivel mechanism at the top end, engages the first swivel mechanism of the chair seat, and swivels the extension shaft parallel to the base pivot axis. . The progress processing unit has a fourth swivel mechanism at the bottom end, engages with the second swivel mechanism of the base frame, and swivels with respect to the pivot shaft. The chair seat is supported above the base frame by the extension process, and the seat is positioned outside the bathtub housing where the user is fixed to or released from the seat, and when the user is in the seat. It is possible to move between the internal positions of the bathtub housing that can be comfortably bathed. However, this also cannot achieve a completely horizontal state or a standing state. Moreover, there is no embodiment about an integrated bathing system, and neither monitoring nor control using a preprogrammed operation program is used. Also, there is no disclosure or suggestion of examples and usage examples related to massage.

  US Pat. No. 3,964,786 to Matthew David describes a wheelchair and uses a power means to operate the seat, back and legs connected and disconnected under user control. A person can be in any one of three position states, in particular a sitting state, a standing state, or a reclining state. The two separate leg supports are selectively operated by the user until a horizontal leg support position is reached. A user-friendly control unit that performs forward guidance and backward propulsion is provided, so that the user can substantially obtain overall mobility on the flat ground. However, it does not describe or suggest an embodiment related to bathing, nor is there a user setting of conditions or a pre-programmed operating program.

  U.S. Pat. No. 4,105,242 by Telbeek Howard G describes a cart and is convertible between a chair state and a bed state. This cart is provided with a horizontal seat frame that is pivotally attached to a leg rest frame, a back frame, and four subordinate leg portions. One set in front of the subordinate leg and the back frame are connected to the adjusting means, and simultaneously lift the one set of legs to lower the back frame to a horizontal position, and move the cart to the lifting platform. It is freed from vertical height restrictions such as when loading onto the loading gate of a station wagon. A rear set of the dependent legs is also moved horizontally to facilitate positioning of the cart on the lifting platform. However, examples relating to bathing are neither described nor suggested, there is no automatic user condition setting, and there is no pre-programmed operating program.

  European Patent No. 0558858A1 by Bessie Noel describes a stretcher-shaped stretcher and is used especially for transporting inaccessible patients. This stretcher has a connecting back portion, a seat, and a leg rest portion in a side frame, and can be adjusted between a standing state, a sitting state, and a lying state. In addition, as an armchair, the shape can be changed to a bed or a stretcher, and a rectangular resting part, a seat part, a leg resting part, and a rectangular shape that is an essential support for deformation hinged at the top part A side frame, and a front side and a rear side of the side frame extend upward and downward, respectively, to form reinforcement of the side portions of the back rest portion and the leg support portion. Further, the side part of the seat part is reinforced at the lower side part, and the upper side part is hinged by a horizontal hinge pin. Usually, it is perpendicular to the normal through the frame and is integrated using a base placed on the ground, and this armchair is said to have a hinge pin on the upper side of the frame above the upper side. Arranged together with the bottom. Also in the latter, it is good to set it as the distance which does not exceed 10 cm. This armchair is intended to make a disabled person or a healthy person driving and transporting, being inspected and operating sit or lie down on a seat, or become more specific. However, the embodiment relating to bathing is neither described nor suggested, there is no motorized position control, no adjustable leg support to support, and it is automatically adjusted according to changes in position. There is also no preprogrammed operating program.

  U.S. Pat. No. 5,366,036 to Perry Dale E describes a wheelchair and selectively positions the user from a sitting upper body or standing or reclining. This wheelchair includes a frame portion that supports a user's body in a reclining state, a sitting state, and a standing state. A single positioning actuator is used to selectively move the user within the frame. A programmable control unit controls the operation of both the chassis drive motor and the positioning actuator. The frame part and the chassis component are connected to each other, and a desired position state is realized by a minimum number of electromechanical structures. By sliding the back frame, the shearing force on the user's back is removed. The foot resting part and the frame part move toward the rear part of the wheelchair so that the weight of the user is on the axis of the large front wheel when the user moves to the standing state. A shock absorber is provided on the back frame to minimize instability at the rear of the wheelchair and provide additional lifting force in the reclining state. Parallel arms are provided to move the control terminal to the side of the wheelchair. When changing the position of US Pat. No. 5,366,036, the back tends to create a shear force against the back of the wheelchair user. This shearing force is what strikes the user's clothes, but it stimulates the skin by slipping back to the rear with virtually no resilience. The inner back frame and the outer back frame are slidably connected to remove the shear pressure applied to the user's back. The body frame has a slidable base that moves the weight of the body frame and the user to the rear of the wheelchair when the wheelchair is deformed from a sitting state to a standing state. However, the embodiment related to bathing is neither described nor suggested, there is no condition setting by the user, and there is no preprogrammed operation program.

  US Pat. No. 4,407,543 to Matthew David describes a wheelchair improvement mechanism, where the seat, back and legs are connected and connected to the body frame, and the user is seated in three positions, especially Any one of a state, a standing state, and a reclining state can be set. Since the main body frame is movably attached to the base, the height can be controlled in association with the position. In addition, operating means are provided. However, it does not describe or suggest an embodiment related to bathing, nor is there a user setting of conditions or a pre-programmed operating program.

  US Patent Application No. 20040210155A1 by Takemura Yashiro describes a monitoring device capable of detecting a sleeping condition of a person. The monitoring device comprises a plurality of independent distance sensors incorporated at different positions facing each other in a monitoring target area for monitoring and measuring a distance to the monitoring target, and a calculation unit for calculating an overtime displacement in an output from the distance sensor And a detection processor that detects a change in the form of the monitoring target based on time excess between the plurality of distance sensors in the calculated one or more distance sensors. However, there are neither description nor suggestion of examples and use examples related to bathing, nor does it have user operation condition settings, nor does it have an operation program based on a prior program.

  US Patent Application No. 20040004559A1 by Last Roger H describes a system that allows people to comfortably operate a computer when lying on a bed. This system allows the user to verify the correct key before pressing the key by showing feedback of the previous selection before the keystroke is entered. Additional aspects of the system include the user using display goggles used for panning control and display goggles in see-through mode. Further, in a keyboard having a plurality of keys, keystrokes for entry are concentrated at the time of application when using a past press selection as a reference. The improvements here are: a means to sense intermediate key pressures with less pressure than is necessary to produce a selection, and a program to generate and apply feedback on which keys are associated with intermediate pressures The user can change the hand positioning to find the desired key before entering the keystroke. However, it does not describe or suggest examples relating to bathing or operation of the multi-position support device.

  US Pat. No. 6,131,868 to Welling and Jeffrey R attaches to the head end of a hospital bed and places the head of the hospital bed in order to place the voice-operated communication unit and control module close to the patient's head. It describes that the communication unit and the control device are attached to the end of the unit. The apparatus includes first, second, and third arm segments having first and second joint connections, the joint connections being first and second segments, and further The second and third arm sections are connected to each other. The fixing mechanism fixes the first arm section part to the bed so as to be openable, and the third joint connection part connects the first arm section part to the fixing mechanism. The first joint connection portion substantially accommodates the electric wire in the connection portion. However, examples and uses related to bathing are not described or suggested, and the bed does not allow standing. Moreover, it does not have an operation condition setting by the user, nor does it have a preprogrammed operation program.

  U.S. Pat. No. 6,781,517 by Moster Jeffrey A. discloses a communication device and control device with a control unit having a human accessible surface on the bed, the control unit comprising: It is integrated as a part. However, the control unit moves from a standing state to a lying state through a sitting state, and does not move a bed from a standing state to a lying state through a sitting state. Further, it does not describe or suggest an example or use example related to bathing, nor does it have an operation condition setting by a user or have a preprogrammed operation program.

  U.S. Pat. No. 4,885,810 by Anger Gregory T describes a stretcher that supports people with physical disabilities in and out of a hydrotherapy pool. The stretcher gradually moves from a chair-like state in which the patient is seated to a horizontal state where the patient is supported, and the stretcher is in a position where one end protrudes above the pool, and the free end of the stretcher. Part and patient are submerged vertically into the pool. This gradual movement of the stretcher is performed in the reverse direction when returning the patient from the pool. However, it does not have an embodiment of an integrated bathing system and does not perform monitoring or control using a preprogrammed operation program. Moreover, it does not have the Example or usage example relevant to a massage.

  U.S. Pat. No. 4,119,164 by Fogg Jr et al. Describes a wheelchair that allows a sick person to stand or sit and choose any intermediate position to work effectively. It is possible to move to the respective positions. This wheelchair helps to satisfy the psychological or physiological demands of the disabled. The ascending operation and the descending operation are adjusted so that dislocation of the sick person's clothes does not occur during the operation. However, the embodiment relating to bathing is neither described nor suggested, nor does it have dynamic control of the movable back support, nor does it have a movable back with operating conditions set by the user, but movable leg support. It does not have a part.

So far, the inventor has accepted a standing user, moved the user to a predetermined reclining state, bathed the user in the predetermined reclining state, There is no knowledge of the prior art teaching bathing systems and methods with multi-position support devices that return to standing again.
Furthermore, the inventor is unaware of the prior art teaching bathing systems and methods with a water spout surface.

Furthermore, the inventor is unaware of prior art teaching a multi-position support device with a water jet surface layer.
Furthermore, the inventor is unaware of prior art teaching a multi-position support device characterized by a jacuzzi effect.
US Pat. No. 5,465,437 US Pat. No. 6,0031,681 US Pat. No. 5,287,568 US Pat. No. 5,517,704 U.S. Pat. No. 3,964,786 U.S. Pat.No. 4,105,242 European Patent No. 0558858A1 US Pat. No. 5,366,036 U.S. Pat. No. 4,407,543 US Patent Application No. 20040210155A1 US Patent Application No. 20040004559A1 US Pat. No. 6,131,868 US Pat. No. 6,781,517 U.S. Pat. No. 4,885,810 U.S. Pat.No. 4,119,164

  None of the above-described inventions include the characteristic advantages of the present invention. A novel embodiment of the present invention relating to bathing with adjustable leg support, variable pressure, temperature control, optional preprogramming and communication functions is unique to the present invention. It is. Further, none of the above-described prior art inventions includes a novel spring portion according to the present invention.

Thus, a bathing system and method comprising a multi-position support device and optionally a sprinkler and a massaging part operated by a control part are both necessary and highly advantageous.
Furthermore, there is a need for a safe, fully automatic and cost effective method compared to currently used bathing methods.

Furthermore, there is a need for a bath system that can move from a reclining state to a sitting state.
Furthermore, there is a need for a bathing system that can be adjusted between sitting and standing.
Furthermore, it is required to adjust the temperature of the diffusion jet water.
Furthermore, a bathing system having a pumping unit that is operated at a constant flow rate is required.

Furthermore, there is a need for a bathing apparatus and method with a single jet surface, which is highly advantageous.
Furthermore, a significantly cleaner method is required compared to the bathing methods currently used.
Furthermore, there is a need for a bathing apparatus and method with a plurality of spout surfaces, which is highly advantageous.

Furthermore, there is a need for a bathing apparatus and method with a jacuzzi effect, which is highly advantageous.
The present invention relates to a bathing system including a multi-position support device, a sprinkler that is optionally controlled and a massage unit, and a method thereof.

In another aspect of the present invention, (a) a multi-position support device capable of receiving a standing user is provided, (b) the user is moved to a predetermined reclining state, and (c) its use. The present invention provides a bathing method characterized in that a person is bathed in the reclining state determined in advance, and (d) the user is returned to a standing state.
In another aspect of the present invention, (a) a multi-position support device that can accept a user in a sitting state is provided, (b) the user is moved to a reclining state, and (c) the user is predetermined. A bathing method characterized in that the bathing is performed in the reclining state, and (d) the user is returned to the sitting state.

In another aspect of the present invention, (a) a multi-position support device that can accept a standing user is provided, (b) the user is moved to a predetermined sitting state, and (c) the device The present invention provides a bathing method characterized in that a user is bathed in a predetermined sitting state and (d) the user is returned to a standing state.
According to another aspect of the invention, (a) a water reservoir, (b) an electrical stop valve for hot water, (c) an electrical stop valve for cold water, and (d) at least one temperature sensor and temperature control. And (e) by providing a water pump, hot water and cold water are mixed in the water tank, and the water temperature in the water tank is measured by the at least one temperature sensor and controlled by the temperature adjusting part. A bathing system is provided.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, (a) a water storage tank, hot water, cold water, at least one temperature sensor, a temperature control unit, at least one pumping unit, and at least one sprinkler are provided, b) The temperature adjusting unit provides a shower water temperature adjusting method characterized in that, when the water temperature falls outside a predetermined temperature range, the sprinkler stops ejecting water.

The present invention for bathing equipment and methods solves the limitations of currently available bathing equipment.
The method of the present invention is easily implemented using a standard hardware configuration and a standard software module.
Furthermore, the system of the present invention is generally applicable as a stand-alone bath system or as a bath system used in combination with other methods, devices or systems for performing cleaning operations.

By implementing the bathing system and method according to the present invention, it is meant to perform selected tasks or steps manually, semi-automatically, fully automatic, or a combination thereof.
Further, due to the actual equipment and equipment used to implement certain preferred embodiments according to the disclosed system and method, some embodiments of the present invention may be implemented in different operating systems with different firmware. Hardware, software, or a combination thereof.

In particular, as hardware, embodiments of the present invention may vary with respect to physical structure.
Alternatively, as software, the functions selected in the present invention can be performed by a computer-programmed data processing device according to a protocol using software instructions or any suitable computer operating system, such as a computing platform.

Furthermore, the method of the present invention is easily implemented by using a standard water squirt that is a component of the disclosed requirements.
Furthermore, the system of the present invention is generally used as a stand-alone bathing system with at least one water-spouting surface or as a bathing system used in combination with other methods, devices or systems for performing cleaning operations. Applicable.

  The present invention is illustrated herein with reference to the accompanying drawings, which are given by way of illustration only. It is emphasized that in the specific reference to the drawings, the particulars shown are by way of example only and are for the purpose of illustrating the preferred embodiment of the invention and are the most practical. The principles and concepts of the present invention that are readily understood are set forth to provide what is believed to be a description. In this regard, the structural details of the present invention are not shown in more detail than is sufficient for a basic understanding of the present invention, and those skilled in the art will refer to the description in conjunction with the drawings. Thus, it will be apparent that several forms of the invention may be practically embodied. The same structures, elements or parts appearing in one or more drawings are given the same or similar numerals as much as possible throughout all the drawings in which they appear.

In the attached drawings,
FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus according to the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a multi-position support device featuring an adjustable length according to the present invention.
FIG. 3 is a schematic view of an armrest according to the present invention.
FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of a typical preferred angle according to the present invention.
FIG. 5 is a schematic view of the highest water level inflow device according to the present invention.
FIG. 6 is a schematic view of a movable back support according to the present invention.
FIG. 7 is a schematic view of a manually operated multi-position support apparatus according to the present invention.
FIG. 8 is a schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with one engine according to the present invention.
FIG. 9 is another schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with one engine according to the present invention.
FIG. 10 is a schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus having two engines according to the present invention.
FIG. 11 is another schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with two engines according to the present invention.
FIG. 12 is a schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with one engine according to the present invention.
FIG. 13 is another schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with one engine according to the present invention.
FIG. 14 is another schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with one engine according to the present invention.
FIG. 15 is a schematic view of a massage device according to the present invention.
FIG. 16 is another schematic view of a massage device according to the present invention.
FIG. 17 shows a plate spring (leaf spring) part in a typical prior art.
FIG. 18 shows another typical prior art leaf spring (leaf spring) portion.
FIG. 19 is a schematic view of a novel covered spring portion in the present invention.
FIG. 20 shows a typical spring surface in the present invention.
FIG. 21 is an exemplary multi-position support device with a water jet surface according to the present invention.
FIG. 22 is another exemplary multi-position support device with a water jet surface according to the present invention.
FIG. 23 is a schematic view of a multi-position position support jacuzzi device according to the present invention.
FIG. 24 is another schematic view of a multi-position position support jacuzzi device according to the present invention.
FIG. 25 is another schematic view of a multi-position support jacuzzi device according to the present invention.

The present invention relates to bathing. More specifically, the present invention relates to a multi-position support device, a bathing system including a sprinkler and a massage unit that are arbitrarily controlled and a method thereof.
In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the bathing system of the present invention receives and releases the user while standing completely upright. Furthermore, the present invention discloses a multi-position support device provided with a seat support portion that is pivotably attached to the back support portion and the leg support portion, and the back support portion, the seat support portion, The leg support portions are adjustable relative to each other. By doing so, the multi-position support device can be adjusted between a reclining state, a sitting state, and a standing state. In the standing state, the back support portion, the seating support portion, and the legs All of the support portions are in a substantially vertical state. Furthermore, the multi-position support device may be provided with a calf support part and a foot support part. The said seating support part is good also as a thing provided with a pair of collar part support part. A liquid conduit may be provided to pass the cleaning agent directly into the crotch region of the user of the multi-position support device. Further, a head cleaning device may be attached to the upper portion of the back support portion with a liquid conduit for passing a cleaning agent to a scalp of a user sitting on the multi-position support device. The seating support portion may be attached to the base so as to be pivotable. Further, a dryer may be attached to at least one of the back support portion, the seat support portion, the leg support portion, and the head washing device, and dry air may be sent to the user sitting on the multi-position support device.

The bathing system and method according to the present invention is based on the novel multi-position support device disclosed herein and a novel combination of the multi-position support device and bath system.
The present invention is directed to a system and a corresponding method. The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. The present invention is not limited to the structure, arrangement, and configuration of the apparatus according to the detailed operations or the method of implementation or the stepwise sequence of operations described in the specification described by the following description, drawings or examples. It is understood that there is no. Although specific steps, configurations, and processes have been discussed, it should be understood that they have been done for illustrative purposes only. Those skilled in the relevant art may use other steps, examples, configurations, and processes without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention.

The invention can be implemented in other embodiments and can be practiced or carried out in various ways. Also, the wording, terminology, and notation used in this specification are for purposes of explanation and should not be construed as limiting.
The structure, configuration, operation and implementation of the bathing system and method according to the present invention will be better understood with reference to the following description and attached drawings.

  FIG. 1 shows an exemplary embodiment of a multi-position support device 10 having at least the following components. That is, the back support part 11, the back-seat part angle 13, the seat part 14, the seat part-leg part angle 15, the leg support part 16, the foot support part 17, and the multi-position support device base 19 are provided. It is what you have. Furthermore, the multi-position support device 10 optionally has at least one arm support 12 and a leg-foot angle 18. FIG. 2 shows another exemplary embodiment of the present invention. The back support 11 and the leg support 16 (with or without the length adjuster 21) (with or without the length adjuster 22) are shown. And at least one of them.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the back-seat angle 13, the seat-leg angle 15, and the leg-foot angle 18 are provided with pivoting axes according to the prior art.
In another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, at least one actuator is connected to the arm support 12.
In the method of the present invention described below, the description includes a central or principle required for sufficient understanding to properly implement and implement the disclosed system and method. Details only. Accordingly, various necessary or optional insignificant intervening subordinate systems readily known by those of ordinary skill in the art are those available in the prior art and technical literature relating to bathing activities. Yes, not included here.

The multi-position support apparatus 10 changes an angular position using an engine. For the purpose of decoration or space saving, the multi-position support device 10 may be designed so that all or most of the engine that controls the angular position is located below the seat 14.
The electromechanical structure of the multi-position support apparatus 10 according to the present invention may be configured by various methods known in the art, but may be a novel structure described as an exemplary embodiment described below. .

In an exemplary embodiment, when used for cleaning purposes, the multi-position support device 10 starts operating in a standing state and ends the operation in a standing state.
The angle of the multi-position support device 10 is programmed in this way, so that the user returns to a standing position with maximum stability. The standing state with the maximum stability is a tilted state leaning slightly. The multi-position support device 10 prevents the user from losing balance in the standing state by using the inclined angle leaning slightly. Here, the meaning of “being leaned” is understood to be interpreted as the meaning of “tilting back”.

  FIG. 4 shows the angle of the multi-position support device 10 in the standing state. The angle 41 is greater than 180 degrees, both when standing and when it is introduced into the standing state, to prevent the user from falling off. The angle 40 is smaller than 180 degrees, but is not smaller than a predetermined angle, and depends on the angular position of the multi-position support device 10 as a whole.

The control system of the system of the present invention prevents the user from manually reducing the angle 40 to an angle that can cause the user to fall forward of the multi-position support device.
During the bath cleaning operation (ie, during a shower) in the bath system of the present invention, the probability of an accident occurring is very low. Receiving the user from the standing state and returning the user to the standing state when the shower is completed minimizes the possibility of accidents related to bathing and showering.

The present invention is also useful for people who cannot stand. In this case, the present invention receives the user in a sitting state and returns the user to the sitting state when the shower is completed.
During this reclining state, the user is reliably supported by the multi-position support device 10 throughout the bathing process. Furthermore, in the reclining state of the multi-position support device 10, the user is kept relaxed throughout the bathing process.

FIG. 1 shows a multi-position support device 10 that can be entered in a standing state, a sitting state, and a reclining state.
The engine is connected to various parts of the multi-position support device 10. For example, the engine is connected to the back support 11, the seat 14, and the leg support 16. In another optional implementation (not shown), it has an engine connected to the pivot shaft of the device. For example, two engines may be connected to the back-seat angle 13 and the seat-leg angle 15.

  The angle of the back support 11, the angle of the seat 14, and the angle of the leg support 16 ensure the maximum stability and minimize the pressure on the user's leg. It deforms in between. In an exemplary embodiment, the user enters the device in a standing position and leans back, where a 20-60 degree tilt angle is reached and the device begins to move the user to a sitting position. When the device moves from a sitting state to a standing state, the user first shifts to a leaning state of 20 to 60 degrees and then shifts to a fully standing state.

  The exemplary embodiment of the present invention prevents the situation where the multi-position support device 10 crushes the foot of a non-user operator such as a nurse. One or more sensors are incorporated or installed in the leg support 17. The one or more sensors detect objects and prevent the leg support unit 17 from crushing the objects. Optional sensors include, but are not limited to, infrared sensors, electric pedestals that send signals when stepped on, micro switches, cameras, or any other sensors known to those skilled in the art. Absent.

  Another exemplary embodiment of the present invention prevents the back support 11 from crushing an operator other than a user such as a nurse. One or more sensors are incorporated or installed in the back support 11. One or more sensors detect the objects and prevent the back support 11 from crushing the objects. Sensors include, but are not limited to, infrared sensors, electric pedestals that send signals when stepped on, micro switches, cameras, or any other sensor known to those skilled in the art.

In order to reach the reclining state, a notch may be provided in the pivot region so that when the multi-position support device extends as the reclining state is required, the pivot falls into that notch.
The armrest optionally provided in the multi-position support device of the present invention is movable upward, downward, and sideward in order to enhance the user's comfort. Optionally, the armrest can be removed from the multi-position support device. In this case, when the multi-position support device moves, the armrest does not move following the change of the position state, so that the user can reach the object and the shelf comfortably.

FIG. 7 shows a parallelogram foundation structure device that moves from a sitting state to a reclining state. This transition is made using the manual lever 70 without the need for an engine.
The difference between the parallelogram foundation structure device and the known device in this field is that the known device is not a parallelogram foundation and therefore is mechanically more complicated or the parallelogram foundation structure device of the present invention. It does not have the characteristics of.

Optionally, the parallelogram substructure device can be stopped at an angular position. Alternatively, it is possible to provide a friction foundation that supports the device at a desired angular position.
In the exemplary embodiment shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, by using one engine and a parallelogram base structure, the multi-position support device is in a sitting state from a standing state, or in a reclining state from a sitting state. It becomes possible to move to.

Portions 80 and 90 operate rods that can be reduced or increased in length. When the rod length increases, the device transitions to the reclining state.
As shown in FIG. 10, since the leg support portion and the back support portion move substantially in conjunction with each other, one engine can be used for both. The second engine is used to change the angle of the multi-position support device.

FIG. 10 shows a parallelogram substructure having two engines. The operation of the first engine is the same as the operation of the parallelogram foundation structure device having one engine. The device is raised or lowered by operating the second engine. Reference numeral 101 denotes an engine for shifting from a sitting state to a standing state.
The device is fixed by a shaft 103.

The purpose of the engine 102 is to move the device from a sitting state to a lying state.
It should be noted that in the parallelogram substructure apparatus, 104 and 105 operate in parallel and in cooperation. In the non-parallelogram base structure device, each component can be controlled independently or almost independently depending on the case.

It can be understood that the leg support engine 110 can be added to all of the embodiments of the present invention. FIG. 11 is an explanatory view of the apparatus shown in FIG. 8 provided with a leg support.
FIG. 1 illustrates a situation where the engines 23, 24, and 25 set the angular position of the multi-position support device 10 in an exemplary embodiment of the invention.
By controlling the angular position of the multi-position support device 10 using three or more engines, the operation of the multi-position support device 10 can be further adjusted, and the comfort of the user is improved.

  The multi-position support device 10 includes three or more parts. Each part may comprise a separate and independent engine. Two examples of optional parts are disclosed herein. That is, (a) a headrest that can move upward and downward and can change the angle on any of the three axes. Adjustable headrests are good for users with neck problems. The operation of the headrest can be controlled by a cooperative operation with the bathing system. For example, when washing hair, the headrest should be inclined rearward. (B) Changing the angle of the leg support 17. By controlling the angle of the leg support part, it helps to relieve leg pain worsened by sitting or reclining for a long period of time, for example, pain due to plantar fasciitis.

12-14 show another exemplary embodiment of the multi-position support apparatus of the present invention with a single engine. It is a new advantage of this embodiment that the position of the device is changed from a sitting state to a reclining state while using one engine.
FIG. 12 shows an exemplary embodiment of a multi-position support device 201 with at least the following elements. Elements include: back support 200, seat 202, leg support 204 (with or without length extension 210), foot support 206, multi-position support device base 220, engine 214, rod 222, rod 224, pivot axes 216a, 216b, 216c, and 216d.

The engine 214 is connected to the base portion 220 and operates the rod 222 connected to the seating portion 202. The rod 224 allows the back support 200 to operate. The rod 224 may be controlled by another engine (not shown).
In FIG. 13, in order to move the device from a standing state to a sitting state, the engine 214 shortens the rod 222, and as a result, the seating portion 202 moves from a vertical state to a horizontal state. Similarly, the rod 224 is shortened and optionally shortened until it reaches a stopper (not shown).

  In order to comfortably support the user's leg when the multi-position support device 201 is tilted, the angle 240 between the leg-support 204 and the virtual perpendicular to the floor is preferably between 30 and 60 degrees in advance. Increases until it reaches a defined angle. The multi-position support device 201 is characterized by optionally including a leg support portion 204 with a length extending portion 210 and wheels 212. As the multi-position device 201 is tilted, the length of the leg support unit 204 is extended to a length that is predetermined by the length extension unit 210 and at which the foot support unit 206 is above the floor height. For example, a predetermined length is achieved by using a stopper.

The wheels 212 allow the foot support 206 to move freely on the floor without unnecessary friction. In addition, the length extension unit 210 may be electrically operated, and may be operated in accordance with all the reclining operations of the multi-position support device 201. It is understood that the wheels 212 can be connected in all embodiments shown in the present invention.
FIG. 14 shows the multi-position support device in a sitting state. The movement of the device from the sitting state to the standing state is achieved by the reverse sequence of the movement from the standing state to the sitting state.

It is understood that the engine 214 can be connected to any part of the multi-position support device 201 with a suitable pivot shaft and rod to achieve the tolerance of the device shown in FIG. The For example, the engine 214 may be connected to the back support 200 or the leg support 204 with a pivot shaft and a rod. The engine 214 may be an engine connected to one of the pivot shafts.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the multi-position support device 10 is immersed in a bathtub or installed in a shower cubicle (not shown).

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the multi-position support device 10 comprises a liquid conduit through which liquid passes. The liquid is used for bathing. Examples of the liquid are water and water containing a cleaning agent or a bath agent.
In the following, the term “sprinkler” includes any device containing liquid, including but not limited to water diffusers used for rinsing and bathing, including, for example, jets, sprinkler jets, and nozzles. .

  In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, all or some of the sprinklers can be provided on the device side of the multi-position support device 10 (not shown). The device provided on the side of the multi-position support device 10 may be similar to a device with a sprinkler as known in the wall shower field. Furthermore, the control unit of the bathing apparatus of the present invention controls the sprinkler provided in the sprinkler provided in the device installed on the side of the multi-position support device 10 and the sprinkler provided in the multi-position support device 10 itself. Control is performed in the same manner as the above.

When bathing, the user gets wet from multiple directions. This wetting process is at least partially performed using a sprinkler.
As is known in the art, the sprinkler may be secured thereto, may be movable, may be portable, and may be held by hand.
In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the sprinkler for wetting the user's back is attached to the back support 11. Alternatively, it is ejected through a hole provided in the back support 11 that is sufficiently large to allow passage of various liquids.

Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, it has at least one sprinkler provided on one or both of the armrests of the multi-position support device 10 to provide the user with an additional ejection direction. . At least one sprinkler incorporated in the armrest becomes a descending sprinkler and provides at least one more ejection direction compared to the number of ejection directions provided by the available fixed sprinklers.

Furthermore, the multi-position support device 10 may include a plurality of massage units that perform a massage operation on the user.

15 and 16 show a typical massage device with optional use in the present invention. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, this massage is performed by two fingers connected to each other according to the quality of the item. The other finger also operates according to the vertical and horizontal movements of one finger.
Optionally, massage fingers that move freely on the vertical axis are incorporated. Due to this freedom of movement, the user feels movement in the back, and the structure of the chair with respect to the structure of the back of the user is adjusted.

Without limiting the scope of the invention, it is possible to use more than one finger, it is possible to use one finger, or any other equivalent structure. It is understood that there is.
The massage device of the present invention is incorporated in the seat, back rest, and leg rest.
The massage part performs an operation for improving uniform cleaning with a liquid, and the cleaning agent reaches a part of the body that is unreachable or difficult to reach by a user. In practice, the massage finger can clean the entire back of the user without the user moving.

Furthermore, the massage unit according to the present invention increases circulation and has a positive effect on the cardiovascular system. In addition, the massage part helps remove dead keratinocytes. Dead keratinocytes can potentially cause sebaceous cyst development if they remain undetected.
When the user leans on the plurality of massage parts, there is a certain distance between the user and the ejection part, which improves the diffusion of water into the user's body. Further, by adopting such a structure, the possibility of clogging the ejected matter is reduced, and the flow rate at the time of bathing by the user is improved.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the multi-position support device 10 has different lengths and is adapted to different heights for users of various heights. Therefore, the length of the multi-position support device 10 may be adjusted according to the height of the user. The adjustment of the multi-position support device to the height of the user may be achieved by controlling the lengths of the leg support 16 and the back support 11.

  As shown in FIG. 2, in an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the back support length adjuster 22 includes a telescopic part and is used to adjust the length of the back support. Adapt to the height of the person. The telescopic portion may be operated by one of the following. That is, either manually using a mechanical device or using one or more engines known in the art.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the leg support length adjustment section 21 is used to adjust the length of the leg support section for the user's height, and includes a telescopic section. It is.

When the multi-position support device 10 moves from the sitting state to the reclining state, the user's body slides downward. This action causes unpleasant friction for the undressed body. In order to prevent this friction, the multi-position support device 10 can be moved according to the movement of the user. For example, it is possible to make the back of the bathing system move according to the movement of the user. As shown in FIG. 6, the back support portion 62 floats on the back support frame 60. In the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the floating operation of the back support portion 62 from the back support frame is achieved by the slide 61.

In an exemplary embodiment, at least one of the head support, the back support, and the leg support is a movable part.
Moreover, the movable part is achieved by optionally using the following optional embodiment.
(A) Two or more trajectories. Hereinafter, the term “trajectory” shall refer to any device that can operate along a particular direction.

(B) Providing a spring to fix the movable part is a typical solution that ensures that the movable part does not operate independently. In order to prevent immediate operation by the spring, the spring may be provided with a piston.
(C) Use a telescopic part. A typical telescopic part is an impact absorbing device such as used in a motorcycle or a vehicle trunk. The functionality of the telescopic part ensures that the support part does not operate on its own, and further prevents it from operating independently when the user gets up momentarily, e.g. It is to secure.

  The use of the telescopic part is merely an example, and the movable part may have any known technique, such as the prior art of a wheelchair disclosed in the section describing the background art of the present invention. However, it is not limited thereto. As long as there is no command to change the angular position of the multi-position support device 10 or the engine is not used, the position of the movable part during the slide is fixed. This can be achieved with pins, step motors, electric magnets and the like. In this case, the movable part does not operate independently, and the telescopic part is not necessary.

The moving part moves along at least one orbit. Optionally, one track is provided below the middle portion of the back support, and two tracks, or other equivalent mounting, are provided below the sides of the back support.

Optionally, instead of using moving parts, it is possible to use a device that operates on an orbit with an engine. This is made possible by the distance that the user's back moves depends on the angular position of the chair device and can therefore be measured in advance.

Optionally, the movable back device operates with the head support.
Optionally, the back support can be divided into more than one part. Another option is that the head support is separate from the back support, which makes the multi-position support device adjustable for the discreet different user.
The start position of the movable part is determined according to the height of a specific user. In this case, the multi-position support device of the present invention adjusts for users with different heights by operating the position of the movable portion according to the height of the user. When the height of the user is high, the starting position of the movable part is further away when the apparatus is standing.

Next, the movable part in a typical multi-position support apparatus will be described.
As shown in FIG. 1, portions 11 and 14 are adjacent to each other in a standing condition.
The following example describes the operation of said part (11, 14) to prevent unpleasant friction when this device changes the angular position. When an active control system that controls the position and movement of the moving part is used, the parts 11, 14 move closer together as the device moves from a sitting state to a reclining state.

  Another option is to use moving parts without active control. The movable part is provided on the slide. When the user sits down, the portions 11 and 14 move away from each other. When the user lies down, the parts 11 and 14 move in a direction close to each other when they lie down. That is, when moving from a standing state to a sitting state, the parts move away from each other, and when moving from a sitting state to a reclining state, the parts move toward each other. It moves.

The method by the movable part as a typical method can be implemented in any of the user's body support parts including the back support part and the leg support part. Since related operations are necessary, at least one of the back support portion and the leg support portion may be a movable portion. In this case, at least one of the back support part and the leg support part moves, and the seating part does not need to move.

The shower room or tub is equipped with at least one drain pipe to collect and drain the liquid to a sewage system or a suitable treatment system. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the multi-position support device 10 is so positioned and the drainage pipe is positioned below the foot support 17. Thus, when the multi-position support device is in a standing state, the drain pipe is not exposed to the user and does not cause danger. In another exemplary embodiment of the invention, it has a drain with an electric pump that initiates low pressure liquid discharge to a suitable treatment system when the water level rises above a certain height. The purpose of the electric water pump is to prevent water from accumulating in the shower room.

In an exemplary embodiment of the bathing system according to the invention, the device for collecting excreta is referred to herein as the “integrated toilet” and can be incorporated into the multi-position support device 10. This integrated toilet has important hygiene benefits. A typical integrated toilet includes a toilet, toilet and toilet seat.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the outlet of the integrated toilet is directly connected to either a suitable waste disposal system or an existing toilet bowl. The integrated toilet may be used together with a bidet or a sit-bath known in this field.
In the case where the multi-position support device 10 and the integrated toilet are installed in the shower room, the toilet can be cleaned by using either an existing shower spout hose or a device designated for this purpose.

It may be necessary to fix the user to the multi-position support device 10. For example, when the user is an elderly person suffering from Alzheimer's disease, dementia or memory loss. In either case, the user may try to wake up and fall out during the cleaning procedure. The user may be secured to the device to prevent injury.

The user is secured by using various means known in the art. For example, it is made by a side handle of the multi-position support device 10 that covers the user or a fixed support string attached to the side of the multi-position support device 10.
FIG. 3 is an explanatory view of the armrest 30 and enables the user according to the present invention to enter the multi-position support apparatus 10 from a comfortable and safe direction 31.
Comfortable entry of the multi-position support device 10 is achieved by using two handles, armrests or hand supports characterized by different lengths. One side has a short handle to allow easy entry into the device, and the other side has a long handle to support the user and prevent it from falling off the device.

Furthermore, while standing, the user can have his knees fixed to increase safety and stability.
In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the operation of the bathing system can be controlled by one or more of the following optional means: (a) a control button capable of selecting the desired program. Operation of bathing system to be used, (b) Operation of bathing system using operation control unit (controller) for identifying voice command, (c) Automatic operation of bathing system by user identification means, (d) Identification of user May be achieved by any method known in the art. For example: by audio or visual aid, RFID, smart card, key, user weight, control panel, etc.

After the bathing system identifies the user, the particular user's personal program is executed. The following are some examples of parameters that can be stored in a personal program. : Shower duration, water temperature, soap type, shampoo type, number of shampoos, etc.
In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the bathing system is operated by an engine that is controlled by one or more controllers. Control of other devices such as the engine, sprinkler head, and dryer may be operated by the same controller or may be performed by multiple controllers. Different control units can be linked between the control units in order to improve the safety and comfort of the user using the bathing system of the present invention. Optionally, the controller of the bathing system of the present invention may be a preprogrammed controller.

The following examples show different programs that can be used to operate the bathing system of the present invention.
The angular position program is for operating a change in the angular position of the multi-position support device 10. For example, a transition from a standing state to a sitting state and a transition from a sitting state to a reclining state backward are performed. Another example shows the transition from a reclining back to a sitting and standing state.

The bathing program is synchronized with the angular position program described above and operates some or all of the necessary bathing equipment, such as water, soap inserted, rinse, control temperature, drying, etc. Although it operates, it is not limited to these.
In another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the bath system of the present invention is operated manually. The manual operation program is operated according to instructions of the user or another operator at all stages.

In another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the bathing system of the present invention is operated by an automatic program that operates continuously at all stages.
Optionally, the program sequence can be controlled. It is also possible to operate various combinations of bathing programs. Optionally, different bathing programs and their appropriate variables are stored in the memory. The storage unit may be part of the bathing system of the present invention or may be an external storage device.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the bathing system is operated by one or a combination of: (a) a user, (b) an operator other than the user, (c) remote control or known Any place where the operation of the bathing system through remote control means can be controlled, or (d) fully automatic by methods used in the known art.
In an emergency, the bathing system of the present invention performs at least one predetermined emergency response operation. For example, water is stopped from blowing to the user, and the user is moved to a predetermined angular position, i.e., standing, sitting, or reclining.

  The angular position to which the user is moved in an emergency is the safest angular position for the specific user. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, it is possible to condition the bathing system of the invention in the safest position for each user. Entering this emergency response operation can be initiated by various types of appropriate devices, such as, but not limited to, emergency buttons, emergency drawstrings, voice commands, and the like.

  In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, prior to running the program, the bathing system activates a voice command that tells the user to run the program. Only after the user confirms the selection indicated by voice, the bathing system activates the program. The user can confirm the execution of the program by various input means known in this technical field, for example, by depressing a confirmation button or a voice command.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the bathing system operates a program selected according to a predetermined time. In this case, the user does not confirm the selection. According to another option, the bathing system cancels the program operation selected in case the user does not respond according to a predetermined time.
In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, when the user does not respond to the function of the bathing system over a predetermined time interval, the bathing system of the present invention performs one or more of the following operations.

(A) Transition to the emergency state defined and disclosed in the present invention.
(B) Check whether the user has slept or something has happened to the user. Typical confirmations are audio alerts, visual means, or various means of alerting the user or user supervisor.
Further, the bathing system of the present invention sends an alarm to a predetermined supervisor. For example, send it to a nursing center or a nursing center. This alarm is sent by a known communication means in this field. For example, the communication means is voice, visual instruction, telephone communication, or computer network.

  As indicated above, the typical bathing system of the present invention includes an interface through which various operations are controlled. The control unit may be operated by typical means shown below. That is, manual, keyboard, voice operation, for example, connection to a computer via RS232 or USB, remote operation via telephone or wireless network. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, it has the ability to back up all or some of the parameters set by the user. Examples of parameters conditioned by the user are: user program, angle, height, angle change rate, water temperature, sprinkler power, and soap type. The parameters conditioned by the user are stored in the bath system or various computers and storage units that can communicate with the bath system.

  In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the bathing system of the invention is equipped with a built-in test (built-in test, BIT). This BIT system is used to identify failures early. This feature makes it easier to determine what work should be done when the technician comes to the user. In addition, this makes it easier to present the price to the user in advance when responding to the repair. Optionally, the result of this BIT may be delivered to the technician's facility through a telephone line, a wireless network, or known communication means in the art.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, when the bathing system is incorporated at the user's site, the technician is responsible for the speed, operating angle, liquid parameters, parameters associated with cleaning of the material, and operating conditions in the bathing system. It is possible to set other combinations of parameters indicated as setting parameters, which make the use of the bath system suitable for the specific user requirements, comfort and safety. Optionally, the operating condition set parameters are those that are stored in the storage unit for subsequent use.

In order to create a sauna effect, it is possible to disperse the steam in the shower. It is possible to disperse steam from various convenient locations, as long as it does not go directly to the user. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the introduction of steam is controlled by a bath function or manual operation.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, at least one pump is used, and by controlling the water pressure and feed rate of the sprinkler with the pump, the performance of the cleaning device is independent of the external water pressure. This is particularly useful when the external water pressure is low. In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, when the water pressure is low, the bathing system of the present invention includes a water tank (water tank) in which water is accumulated before being ejected to the user. This cleaning device begins to clean the user only when the amount of water coupled to the approximate water pressure in the tank (aquarium) is sufficient to complete the intended shower.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the bath system includes a temperature adjustment unit that immediately stops the ejection of liquid when the temperature of the liquid is determined to deviate from a predetermined temperature range.

In another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the bathing system is capable of incorporating a fast heating electrical device. According to this option, the bathing system receives cold water and heats it to a preset temperature determined and adjusted by the controller.
A bypass hose with an electrical valve and at least one temperature sensor is provided to increase safety and avoid situations where the user is sprayed with water at an undesired temperature. When the at least one temperature sensor detects that the water is not in the desired temperature range, the water is directed to a bypass hose that is flushed to the water pipe or other location that does not touch the user.

  FIG. 5 shows an exemplary embodiment of the present invention with the highest water level flow. The water tank 52 receives hot water 51 and cold water 50 from the water supply. Hot water and cold water are mixed in the aquarium. The water temperature in the water tank is measured by one or more temperature sensors 53. Optionally, a temperature sensor is incorporated in the vicinity of the discharge of aquarium water that is pumped using pump 54. The amount of both hot water and cold water filling the water tank is controlled by a temperature control unit (not shown) that reads the water temperature by the temperature sensor 53. Each pipe has an electrical stop valve (not shown) for controlling the amount of water flowing into the hose.

When the temperature in the water tank reaches a predetermined temperature range, cleaning circulation can be started. Optionally, a quantity of water is put into the bathing system by using pipe 56 and a quantity of water is returned to the aquarium by reverse water supply pipe 55. By returning a certain amount of water to the aquarium, the pump can be operated at a constant flow rate. The operation of the pump with a constant flow rate has advantages such as longer product life and lower power consumption. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 5, changes in the water level line do not affect the bathing system of the present invention. Furthermore, the use of warm water received from outside the bathing system allows high pressure even when the water pump is not even connected to an autonomous water level.
In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the overall structure of the bathing system is as space-saving as possible, with the aquarium and pump positioned at the base of the bathing system near the engine, It will be aesthetic.

  In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the water temperature adjuster is synchronized with the overall bath system controller. This tuning allows the water to be injected at different temperatures to different parts of the user's body and allows the water temperature to be varied according to different conditions of the system. For example, the water sprayed when the user's head is cleaned is not hotter than the water used when the user's back is cleaned.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the water temperature adjuster is connected to a bypass pipe. If the water temperature flowing into the bathing system through the pipe 56 is not within a predetermined range, the water is returned to the bypass pipe. Optionally, this bypass pipe may be connected to a water pipe or water tank.
It is understood that the water temperature and the amount and type of cleaning agent used in the bath system according to the present invention are controlled by one or more bath system controllers. Furthermore, the water temperature and the amount and type of cleaning agent used in the bathing system according to the present invention may be fully automatic, semi-automatic or manually operated.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the cleaning process of selected portions of the bath system of the present invention will cause a predetermined action in the bath system of the present invention as follows. The cleaning process has, for example, at least one of the following. That is, disinfecting, hygiene, detection and drying of selective parts of the overall bathing system.

  The user operates the cleaning process by means of a bath system sprinkler and dryer. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, a drying system is incorporated into a particular cleaning process, such as a toilet sprinkler. It is understood that the cleaning process is controlled by one or more bath system controllers. Further, this cleaning process may be fully automatic, semi-automatic, or manually operated.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the dryer is capable of drying the bathing system of the present invention to an extent that prevents the appearance of fungi and fungi.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, at least one or more parts used in the multi-position support device 10 are ergonomic parts. The design based on ergonomics improves the user's safety and comfort while improving the convenience of the product.

By using at least one controllable engine to set the angular position of the multi-position support device 10, the multi-position support device 10 is easy to remember, easy to use, aesthetically pleasing and marketable. Furthermore, the multi-position support apparatus 10 has increased user safety and processing efficiency provided to the user.
Furthermore, the bathing system of the present invention is useful for paralyzed people using a wheelchair that requires the operation of the multi-position support device 10 to start from a sitting state, to move to the multi-position support device 10. is there. For this purpose, it is possible to start the bathing system from a sitting state.

  In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the multi-position support device 10 can be adjusted to support a user who needs extra space. Typical adjustment of the multi-position support device to support a user who requires extra space is achieved by widening the multi-position support device or mechanically increasing the distance between the armrests.

  Faster angle changes can cause dizziness in older people. This phenomenon is known in the art as orthostatic hypotension. Optionally, the rate at which the multi-position support device changes its angular position can be adjusted and controlled depending on the comfort and health of the user. Optionally, when the angular position changes, it is possible to stop the multi-position support device by using a control panel or various other control devices.

  It is understood that the method described above can be changed into many methods, and that the order of the steps of this method can be changed, and the steps can be changed including performing multiple steps simultaneously. Is. For example, it has a voice instruction to make the user aware of the bathing system program (circulation) to come. Many elderly people suffer from memory loss, vision loss and other lifetimes and may be afraid to use the bathing system of the present invention. Voice instructions before each step change or before the start of the bathing program will calm the user and improve their experience using the bathing system of the present invention.

Some users are connected to an infusion, are patients after surgery, or are traumatic. These people have body parts that should be covered to avoid contact with water. A typical feature of the bathing system of the present invention is to allow a simpler bathing process by covering certain body parts.
In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the multi-position support device of the present invention attaches to or overlaps the device by allowing a personal coating that is easily cleaned or deformed. The main advantage of personal covering is the ability to operate the bath apparatus device in a non-home environment with multiple users in order to ensure that the user is not contaminated by previous users.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, data is collected by use of the bathing system of the invention.
For various purposes, statistical information should be gathered regarding bath time. In this embodiment, the bathing system is connected to the number of baths, programs that are already being operated, and software that tracks irregular events such as transitioning to an emergency state. Such software is useful for elderly citizens and nursing homes, and other situations where attention is paid to the elderly or disabled, and is useful for collecting statistical data about the elderly.

  The bathing operation is not always easy to perform. Changes in heart rate can occur while taking a bath. Such heart rate changes can be dangerous for the elderly. Optionally, a cardiac monitoring device or an electrocardiograph (ECG) device can be incorporated into the bathing system of the present invention. If the device detects an unusual activity, the operation can be stopped. If there is a dramatic change in heart rate, the bathing system of the present invention can be operated by operating the emergency mode.

As shown in FIG. 1, in an exemplary embodiment of the present invention (not shown), at least one of a foot bath device and a foot massage device is incorporated into the foot support 17. In particular, foot massage devices are useful for patients with diabetes and gout. In addition, foot massage devices are useful for people who suffer from fish eyes, bunion, and general foot pain. There are many advantages to incorporating a foot bath device into the multi-position support device 10. Moreover, it is possible to use similarly the water of the bathing system of this invention, a drainage channel, and a drying apparatus for a foot bath apparatus.

As is well known, bathing in a jacuzzi offers many advantages. To achieve the jacuzzi effect, the user and sprinkler need to be immersed in water.

  In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 according to the present invention can hold water like a bathtub. In this embodiment, the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 is assembled as a bathtub having a connecting portion, and can move a user from a standing state to a lying state. When the user is lying down, the side walls of the device will keep at least the water level necessary to immerse the user's back and some sprinklers in the water, and thus allow a jacuzzi effect . The height of the side wall may be equal to the desired water level, but preferably the side wall is higher than the water level to prevent water from overflowing unnecessarily. Optionally, the water level of the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 is measured by an appropriate sensor and controlled by a controller. The water flow rate control unit may be closed and operated, or may be opened and operated in a circulating manner.

Optionally, the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 includes a water pump and an air pump, thereby enabling the jacuzzi to supply both the water flow and the air flow that are required.
Since the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 can hold enough water to immerse the user's back in water, the underwater sprinkler operation can be performed in the bath system as well.

Since fresh water is always flowing through the sprinkler or other designed intake, the water can spill from the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 without interfering with the normal operation of the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 Is noticed.
In an embodiment of the present invention, at least one part of the group including the back support part, the seating part, the leg support part, and the bathtub connecting part can hold water individually or in combination with other parts. It is.

23 and 24 include at least a back support unit 302, a seating unit 304, a leg support unit 306, bathtub connecting units 310 and 312, a sprinkler 316, and a base device and an engine indicated by 320. An exemplary embodiment of a multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 is shown.
In this embodiment, when the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 is in a completely lying state, the back support portion 302, the seating portion 304, and the leg support portion 306 form a bathtub. In an alternative embodiment of the present invention (not shown), only some parts of the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 can retain water and perform the jacuzzi effect. For example, in one embodiment, when the leg support portion independently holds water, the seating portion, the back support portion, and their connecting portions form a water holding container. In another embodiment, when the back support portion does not hold water, at least one of the seating portion and the leg support portion holds water independently. Other forms are also possible.

  Another embodiment of the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 of the present invention is capable of providing a jacuzzi effect even in other positions such as a sitting state or a partially lying state, and is in a completely horizontal state of 180 degrees. It should be understood that it is not necessary to reach This is achieved by the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 that has computerized at least one of the inner and outer structures.

If the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 is not completely horizontal when it is fully laid, the back support 302 may be open at the top, but will still retain water. Is done.
The connection portions 310 and 312 of the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 may be made of a rubber material that can change its form or angle while holding water in the bathtub of the device. For example, the connecting portions 310 and 312 may be formed in a rubber bellows type that can be bent. Moreover, the connection parts 310 and 312 can hold | maintain water in the bathtub of an apparatus only when the multi-position support jacuzzi apparatus 300 will be in the state which fell completely.

  As shown in FIGS. 23 and 24, the base device 320 operates the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 of the present invention. Without limiting the scope of the present invention, the novel multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 can be operated by devices known in the art or can be operated by the operating device disclosed by the present invention. Understood.

  As shown in FIG. 23, in the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the length of the leg support 306 is adjustable as indicated by the arrow 322. Optionally, the length of the leg support 306 can change as the device transitions from one state to another, such as standing or sitting. Optionally, the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 comprises a foot support that is remote from the leg support, and these parts are connected by matching connections. Optionally, the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 comprises a head support remote from the back support, these parts being connected by suitable fittings.

FIG. 25 shows the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 in a standing state. The multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 receives a user in a standing state, becomes in a lying state during bathing, and can return the user to a standing state when bathing is completed.
The foot jacuzzi is an integral part of the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 or is attached to the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300. Preferably, the foot jacuzzi is operated when the legs are parallel to the floor, and optionally when the user is sitting. Optionally, when the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 is in a standing position, the floor below the foot support so that the device includes a foot jacuzzi and has a floor-height leg support. A storage pause portion is provided. The storage pause unit includes a jacuzzi mechanism when the multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 is standing. The storage unit includes a water distribution tank for preventing water from overflowing from the bathing area, and includes an electric pump for sending water to the waste treatment system.

The multi-position support jacuzzi device 300 has many advantages. For example, an elderly person or a disabled person can enjoy a jacuzzi without the danger of slipping or the danger caused by awkwardly entering a normal shower. In addition, the fact that the user's head is not allowed to enter the water safely while taking a bath makes it possible for the elderly and those suffering from sleepiness to enjoy the jacuzzi.

In another embodiment of the present invention, at least one of a seating part, a back rest, a leg support part, a head support part, and various other surfaces on which the spring part surface supports the weight of the user's body is supported. Used.

The novel spring surface of the present invention may be incorporated into all the prior art devices described above, and is particularly incorporated into this novel multi-position support device, such as the multi-position support device 10 shown in FIG. Also good. 21 and 22 show a typical multi-position support device having a spring surface according to the present invention.
The novel spring surface according to the present invention can be applied to any support device used for bathing. For example, it can be provided in a bathing chair, bathing bed, and inclined bathing support layer.

The spring portion surface has a plurality of elastic springs. In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the resilient spring portion is a leaf spring formed as is known in the art. The shape, size, and number of the elastic spring portions provide sufficient support for the weight of the user's body.
The spring part surface of the present invention is made of a material known in this field as long as the necessary elasticity characteristic is obtained. In principle, the spring parts are mutually connected in any way, as long as the matching force is ensured to easily achieve a desired movement of the desired spring, in other words a soft impression when sitting on the seat. Adjacent to each other.

The spring portion surface has the following portions. That is, a windowed support area that supports the weight of the body, (b) at least one spring portion, and (c) a connection area to the support device.
This support area is an area where the user leans. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the support area is covered as indicated at 408 in FIG.
The covered support area 408 can be produced in any size and form, such as rectangular, square, oval, round, triangular, etc.

FIG. 20 shows a preferred exemplary embodiment of the present invention with a windowed support area. The windowed support area should cover as little body area as possible as long as the spring surface is sufficiently comfortable. By covering as little body area as possible, the liquid can be more easily sprayed onto the user's body.
The spring portion on the surface of the spring portion according to the present invention, as shown in FIGS. 17 to 19, for example, absorbs the weight of the user comfortably while minimizing the hindrance of liquid ejection as much as possible. The spring portions can be elastically deformed independently of each other as necessary. When the sprinkler is installed in the connection area, the liquid can be easily ejected to the user's body.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the spring part is designed in the form of a leaf spring and has a connection area to the support device.
The spring part region is installed between the support region and the connection region as shown below.
The connection area to the support device serves to attach the spring part to at least one of the support device and the designated support device. Optionally, the connection area to the support device is removable and can be used with suitable fasteners such as screws, bottles and clips.

  The spring of the present invention can be made by various methods. For example, the use of leaf springs is disclosed in U.S. Patent Application No. 20040111799 to Ernst Bock. Bock discloses an elastic spring portion designed like a leaf spring, and includes a connection region and a support region, and connects the spring region to the connection region and the support region. The connection areas are used to secure leaf springs (leaf springs) to each lying surface. In order to attach the spring part to the respective lying surface, the connecting region is provided with a receiving part formed, for example, in a passage hole, which is introduced and screwed through a fixing device such as a screw. Further, the connection area includes a quick snap fitting portion, and the snap fitting portion is inserted into the corresponding recess. Further, the connection area is provided with a lot of quick snap fitting portions and is connected to the corresponding recesses, and is inserted into the corresponding recesses or installed in the corresponding projection units.

  In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a wide support area is formed by arranging a plurality of leaf springs. The leaf spring is attached to one place on the surface so as to be circular. This circular coupling gives the spring the ability to bend elastically in all directions on the surface, with a bending angle of 360 degrees. For example, the leaf spring can be bent in the horizontal direction and further bent in the vertical direction. Each leaf spring part can be individually adjusted with respect to the amount and direction of force according to the body weight of the user. For example, when the leaf spring is installed on the back rest, the leaf spring is adjusted to support the back of the user.

  When the leaf springs are installed adjacent to each other, a small gap is left to prevent the user's skin from being tightened. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, several elastic springs of the same or different degree of hardness are connected to each other as needed and connected to the underlying surface based on the modular concept. This achieves the individualization of the degree of comfort in the lying state as described above, and it is possible to combine various different parts with respect to the module concept.

  In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the spring portions may have different degrees of spring stiffness, thereby allowing the spring portions having different degrees of spring stiffness to be individually coupled together. In addition, the spring portion can be adjusted not only in terms of the hardness of the spring. The different spring hardness makes it possible to better support sensitive parts of the body such as the head.

  The extensive support of the novel spring surface according to the present invention provides maximum comfort and there is no need to add a mattress over the spring surface. Due to the comfort of the surface of the spring part, the user can lean on the surface of the spring part with bare skin without clothing, but there is no discomfort. By using the surface of the spring part without covering or mattress, cleaning of the surface of the spring part can be easily and promptly performed, so that hygienic use in public facilities is provided. Furthermore, by covering the surface of the spring portion with a sheet or other covering, this covering can be easily replaced by different users, so that more hygienic use is provided.

  In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the spring surface is applied to a bathtub and used. Preferably, the sprinkler is attached to the connection area to the support device. In that case, the spring portion should be designed to have a configuration that allows maximum diffusion of the liquid from the sprinkler. FIGS. 17 to 20 show typical configurations characterized by very good liquid diffusion behavior.

The sprinkler is also installed behind the spring surface or behind the support device. As shown in FIGS. 17 to 20, the leaf spring covers the user's body surface in a small ratio range, and as a result, allows good bathing.
Preferably, when designing the bathing surface, it is preferable to use a leaf spring rather than using other spring configurations such as a helical spring. A leaf spring is preferred over other forms of springs, since the minimum support area and the shape of the spring portion of the leaf spring ensure the good diffusion of liquid into the user's body. Is. Furthermore, since the spring part is bent in each direction, the leaf spring surface distributes the body weight of the user better. Thereby, the surface of the spring part becomes more comfortable and can be used without wearing clothes.
By using the spring portion without a mattress or a covering, it becomes possible to maintain better hygiene. This is because there is no need to clean the mattress in the case of unintentional leakage of body fluid, which is common when using the device in hospitals and nursing homes.

The leaf spring covers a small proportion of the user's body surface, and as a result, optimally diffuses the bathing liquid into the user's body and enables good bathing.
The surface of the spring portion is made of springs having different sizes and hardnesses that provide the most comfortable degree depending on the size of the surface.
The spring cushioning surface according to the present invention absorbs pressure by the structure of each spring part, and therefore does not impair the form of appearance under a compressive load.

In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, a bathing system with at least one spring portion surface receives and releases the user in a fully upright position. Furthermore, the multi-position support device can be adjusted between a reclining state, a sitting state and a standing state, and in the standing state, all of the back support portion, the seating portion support portion, and the leg support portion are substantially vertical. As described above, the multi-position support device includes a seating portion that is pivotably attached to the back support portion and the leg support portion, and the seating portion and the leg support portion can be adjusted to each other. Furthermore, the multi-position support device may include a calf support portion and a foot support portion. The sheet may include a pair of heel support portions. A liquid conduit may be provided to allow the cleaning liquid to pass toward the crotch region of the user sitting on the multi-position support device. Further, a head cleaning device having a liquid conduit for allowing the cleaning liquid to pass toward the scalp of a user sitting on the multi-position support device may be attached to the upper portion of the back support portion. The said seating part is good to attach to a base so that turning is possible. Further, the dryer may be attached to the bathing device of the back portion, the seat portion, the leg portion, and the head, and the drying air may be attached to the user sitting on the multi-position support device.

While the precise features of the present invention have been described in the context of each embodiment for clarity, they are provided in various combinations in a single embodiment. Conversely, the various features of the invention have been described in the context of a single embodiment for the sake of brevity, but can be provided separately and in any subordinate combination that fits. It is provided.

It is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the implementation details of the sequence details, operational steps, bathing systems and methods shown by the description, drawings, and embodiments of the invention.
All publications about patents or patent applications mentioned in the specification are hereby incorporated by reference as far as they are specifically and individually indicated and incorporated herein. Is. Furthermore, citation or identification of any reference in this specification shall not be construed as an admission that it is reference information available as prior art to the present invention.

  While the invention has been described in connection with specific embodiments and specific examples, they are presented for purposes of illustration and not limitation. Moreover, many alternative choices, modifications, and changes will clearly occur to those skilled in the art. Accordingly, these alternative choices, modifications and variations corresponding to the claims and their equivalent concepts and perspectives are intended to be covered by the present invention.

1 is a schematic view of a multi-position support device according to the present invention. 1 is a schematic view of a multi-position support device characterized by an adjustable length according to the present invention. FIG. It is the schematic of the armrest by this invention. 1 is a schematic diagram of a typical preferred angle according to the present invention. It is the schematic of the highest water level inflow / outflow apparatus by this invention. It is the schematic of the movable back part support part by this invention. 1 is a schematic view of a manually operated multi-position support device according to the present invention. 1 is a schematic view of a multi-position support device with one engine according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is another schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with one engine according to the present invention. 1 is a schematic view of a multi-position support device with two engines according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is another schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with two engines according to the present invention. 1 is a schematic view of a multi-position support device with one engine according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is another schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with one engine according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is another schematic view of a multi-position support apparatus with one engine according to the present invention. It is the schematic of the massage apparatus by this invention. FIG. 4 is another schematic view of a massage device according to the present invention. 1 is a typical leaf spring part in the prior art. It is a leaf spring part in another typical prior art. It is the schematic of the novel covered spring part in this invention. It is the typical spring part surface in this invention. 1 is a typical multi-position support device having a water jet surface according to the present invention. 3 is another exemplary multi-position support device with a water jet surface according to the present invention. 1 is a schematic view of a multi-position position support jacuzzi device according to the present invention. FIG. FIG. 6 is another schematic view of a multi-position position support jacuzzi device according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is another schematic view of a multi-position support jacuzzi device according to the present invention.

Explanation of symbols

10, 201 Multi-position support device 11, 302 Back support part 12,306 Arm support part 13 Back-seat part angle 14, 202, 304 Seat part 15 Seat-leg part angle 16, 204 Leg support part 17, 206 Foot support Part 18 Leg-foot angle 19, 220 Base 21 Motor 23, 24, 25, 214 Engine 52 Water tank 53 Temperature sensor 54 Pump 55 Reverse water supply pipe 56 Pipe 60 Back support frame 61 Slide 62 Back support frame 70 Lever 101, 102 , 110 Engine 103 Shaft 210 Extension part 212 Wheels 216a, 216b, 216c, 216d Rotating shaft (pivot)
222, 224 Rod 300 Multi-position support jacuzzi device 310, 312 Connection portion 316 Sprinkler 320 Base device 408 Support region

Claims (100)

A bathing system comprising: (a) at least one multi-position support device capable of changing the angular position; and (b) at least one sprinkler. 2. The multi-position support device according to claim 1, comprising: (a) a back support portion; (b) a seating portion; (c) at least one leg support portion; and (d) at least one foot support portion. Bathing system characterized by that. 3. The bathing system according to claim 2, wherein the multi-position support device includes (a) a multi-position support device base, (b) at least one arm support, and (c) an integrated toilet. 4. The bathing system according to claim 3, wherein the arm support portion is electrically driven. The bathing system according to claim 2, wherein the multi-position support device further includes at least one spring portion surface. 6. The bathing system according to claim 5, wherein the at least one spring portion is incorporated in the at least one sprinkler. 6. The bathing system according to claim 5, wherein the spring is a leaf spring. 6. The bathing system according to claim 5, wherein a cover is stretched on the spring. 6. The bathing system according to claim 5, wherein the spring includes a windowed support area, at least one spring portion, and a connection area. The multi-position support device according to claim 2, further comprising:
(A) at least one engine for changing the angular position of the device;
(B) comprising at least one control system;
The bathing system is characterized in that the at least one control system prevents a user from reaching an angular position where the user can fall forward from the multi-position device. 11. The bathing system according to claim 10, wherein the at least one control system controls the at least one sprinkler. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein the multi-position support device is capable of holding water. 13. The bathing system according to claim 12, wherein the multi-position support device maintains a water level necessary for at least a user's back to be immersed in water. 13. The bathing system according to claim 12, wherein the multi-position support device includes at least one sprinkler immersed in water. 13. A bathing system according to claim 12, wherein the multi-position support device provides a jacuzzi effect. The bathing system according to claim 15, further comprising a water pump and an air pump. The bathing system according to claim 12, further comprising a water level sensor and a water control unit, wherein the water control unit is operated in accordance with reading information of the water level sensor. The bathing system according to claim 12, wherein the multi-position support device is not in a completely horizontal state in a complete reclining state, and the back support portion has an open upper end. 11. The bathing system according to claim 10, wherein the at least one control system controls a temperature of a liquid used in the bathing system. 11. The bath system according to claim 10, wherein the at least one control system controls cleaning of the bath system. 11. The bathing system according to claim 10, wherein the at least one control system controls the amount and type of cleaning agent used in the bathing system. The bathing system according to claim 10, wherein a user controls the bathing system using a control means. The bathing system according to claim 10, wherein a sensor is installed on the foot support portion, and the sensor detects an object to prevent the foot support portion from crushing the object. The bathing system according to claim 10, wherein a sensor is installed on the back support part, and the sensor detects an object to prevent the back support part from crushing the object. The bathing system according to claim 10, further comprising a vapor injection disperser controlled by the control system. 2. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein the multi-position support device is a multi-position support device having a parallelogram base structure. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein the multi-position support device includes one engine and can change a position state from a standing state to a reclining state. 2. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein the multi-position support device includes two engines and is capable of changing a position state from a standing state to a reclining state. The bathing system according to claim 10, wherein the multi-position support device further includes a head rest, and the state of the head rest is controlled in conjunction with the operation of the bathing system. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein the bathing system is installed in a bathtub. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein the bathing system is installed in a shower room. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein at least one of the at least one sprinkler is installed on a side plate of the multi-position support device. 33. The bathing system according to claim 32, wherein at least one sprinkler installed on a side plate of the multi-position support device is controlled by a control unit. 2. The apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising (a) at least one arm rest, and (b) at least one of the at least one sprinkler being installed on at least one of the at least one arm rest. Bathing system to do. 35. The bathing system according to claim 34, wherein the arm rest is electric. 3. The bathing system according to claim 2, wherein the multi-position support device further includes a liquid conduit for allowing liquid to pass therethrough. The bathing system according to claim 1, further comprising a plurality of massage parts. 3. The bathing system according to claim 2, wherein the length of the multi-position support device can be adjusted according to the height of the user. 3. The bath according to claim 2, wherein at least a part of the multi-position support device is a movable portion, and the multi-position support device can be moved according to a user's operation by the at least one movable portion. system. The bathing system according to claim 2, wherein when the multi-position support device is in a standing state, the foot support portion always covers a drainage groove located below the foot support portion. The bathing system according to claim 2, further comprising a water level sensor and an electric pump, wherein the electric pump discharges the water to an appropriate treatment system. The bathing system according to claim 1, further comprising a device that shifts to at least one emergency response operation. The bathing system according to claim 1, further comprising operating condition setting and storage means. The water bath according to claim 1, further comprising a water tank, wherein the bathing is started only when the amount of water corresponding to the predicted water pressure is sufficient to complete the planned bathing in the water tank. Bathing system. The at least one multi-position support device according to claim 1, wherein the at least one multi-position support device is adjustable between a reclining state, a sitting state, and a standing state, and the at least one multi-position supporting device is substantially vertical in the standing state. A bathing system characterized by 46. The bathing system according to claim 45, wherein the at least one multi-position support device includes an engine connected to the seat portion and wheels attached to the foot support portion. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein the at least one multi-position support device is adjustable between a reclining position state and a sitting position state. The bathing system according to claim 1, wherein the at least one multi-position support device is adjustable between a sitting state and a standing state. 49. The bathing system according to claim 48, wherein the at least one multi-position support device includes an engine connected to a seating portion and wheels attached to the foot support device. (A) using a multi-position support device that accepts the user in a standing state, (b) moving the user to a predetermined reclining state, and (c) the user in the predetermined reclining state. (D) The bathing method characterized by returning the user to the standing state. 51. The process of claim 50, wherein the step of moving the user to a predetermined reclining state causes the user to lean backwards, wherein a predetermined intermediate reclining angle is achieved to achieve the user. To the predetermined reclining state, and the step of returning the user to the standing state returns the user to a predetermined intermediate reclining angle, where the predetermined reclining is performed. A bathing method characterized in that the state moves the user to the standing state. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, wherein in the step of returning the user to a standing state, the multi-position support device detects objects and prevents the objects from being crushed. 51. The process according to claim 50, wherein the step of moving the user to a predetermined reclining state detects the objects by the multi-position support device and prevents the objects from being crushed. Bathing method. 51. The process according to claim 50, wherein the process of moving the user to a predetermined reclining state and the process of returning the user to a standing state are controlled in conjunction with the operation of the head rest. Bathing method. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, wherein the step of returning the user to a standing state is performed after the water level sensor detects that the water level has dropped sufficiently. 56. The bathing method according to claim 55, wherein the water level sensor operates an electric pump to discharge water to a suitable treatment system. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, further comprising identifying the user and executing an individual program. 58. The bathing method according to claim 57, wherein execution of the individual program is performed fully automatically. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, further comprising executing a program by manual input. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, further comprising an emergency process, wherein at least one predetermined emergency response operation is executed. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, further comprising operating a predetermined operation when the user does not respond to a function of the bathing system through a predetermined time interval. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, further comprising transmitting a warning signal to a predetermined supervisor when the user does not respond to a function of the bathing system through a predetermined time interval. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, further comprising setting and storing individual operation conditions. 51. The bathing method according to claim 50, further comprising the step of maintaining a water level necessary to at least partially immerse the user's body in water. The bathing method according to claim 64, further comprising a jacuzzi effect. 65. The bathing method according to claim 64, further comprising a control unit for operating the water pump and the air pump. (A) using a multi-position support device that accepts the user in a sitting state, (b) moving the user to a predetermined reclining state, and (c) the user in the predetermined reclining state. (D) A bathing method characterized by returning the user to a sitting state. 68. The bathing method according to claim 67, wherein the step of moving the user to a predetermined reclining state detects the objects by the multi-position support device so as not to crush them. Bathing method. 68. The bathing method according to claim 67, further comprising identifying the user and executing an individual program. 68. The bathing method according to claim 67, further comprising: operating a predetermined operation when the user does not respond to a function of the bathing system through a predetermined time interval. 68. The bathing method according to claim 67, further comprising setting and storing individual operation conditions. 68. A bathing method according to claim 67, further comprising the step of maintaining a water level necessary to at least partially immerse the user's body in water. The bathing method according to claim 72, further comprising a jacuzzi effect. 73. The bathing system according to claim 72, further comprising a control unit that operates the water pump and the air pump. (A) using a multi-position support device that accepts the user in a standing position, (b) moving the user to a predetermined sitting position, and (c) placing the user in the predetermined sitting position (D) The bathing method characterized by returning the user to the standing state. 76. The bathing method according to claim 75, wherein the step of returning the user to a standing state prevents the multi-position support device from detecting objects and preventing the objects from being crushed. The bathing method according to claim 75, further comprising identifying the user and executing an individual program. 76. The bathing method according to claim 75, further comprising: operating a predetermined operation when the user does not respond to a function of the bathing system through a predetermined time interval. The bathing method according to claim 75, further comprising setting and storing individual operation conditions. 76. The bathing method according to claim 75, further comprising the step of maintaining a water level necessary to at least partially immerse the user's body in water. The bathing method according to claim 80, further comprising a jacuzzi effect. The bathing system according to claim 80, further comprising a control unit for operating the water pump and the air pump. In a bathing system comprising: (a) a water tank; (b) an electric hot water stop valve; (c) an electric cold water stop valve; (d) at least one temperature sensor and temperature controller; and (e) a water pump.
Hot water and cold water are mixed in the water tank, and the water temperature in the water tank is measured by the at least one temperature sensor and controlled by the temperature control unit. 84. The bathing system according to claim 83, further comprising at least one multi-position support device capable of changing an angular position. 84. The bathing system according to claim 83, further comprising a bypass hose having an electric valve, and directing water outside a predetermined temperature range to the bypass hose. 84. The bathing system according to claim 83, further comprising a reverse feed pipe, wherein a predetermined amount of water is returned to the water tank by the reverse feed pipe. 84. The bathing system according to claim 83, further comprising a multi-position support device capable of changing the angular position. 88. The bathing system according to claim 87, wherein the multi-position support device further includes at least one spring portion surface. 84. The bathing system according to claim 83, wherein the multi-position support device further includes at least one spring portion surface. 90. The bathing system according to claim 89, wherein the at least one spring portion is incorporated in the at least one sprinkler. 90. The bathing system according to claim 89, wherein the spring is a leaf spring. 90. A bathing system according to claim 89, wherein the spring is covered. 90. The bathing system according to claim 89, wherein the spring includes a windowed support region, at least one spring portion, and a connection region. (A) A water tank, hot water, cold water, at least one temperature sensor, a temperature control unit, at least one water pump, and at least one sprinkler are provided. (B) The temperature adjusting unit has a water temperature. A method for adjusting the water temperature of a shower, characterized in that the sprinkler stops spraying water when the temperature is outside a predetermined temperature range. 95. The method according to claim 94, further comprising: (a) providing a bypass hose; (b) detecting the temperature of water to be injected; and if the temperature of the water to be injected is outside a predetermined range The water temperature adjustment method characterized by directing so that it may inject toward the said detour hose. 95. The method according to claim 94, further comprising: (a) providing at least one multi-position support device capable of changing the angular position; and (b) circulating when the temperature of the water to be injected falls within a predetermined range. A method for adjusting the water temperature, characterized by starting washing. 95. The water temperature adjustment method according to claim 94, further comprising operating the pump so that some water is returned to the water tank so as to obtain a constant flow rate. 99. The water temperature adjustment method according to claim 96, wherein the multi-position support device maintains a water level necessary to at least partially immerse the user's body in water. 99. The method of claim 98, further comprising providing a jacuzzi effect. 99. The water temperature adjustment method according to claim 98, further comprising a control unit for operating the air pump.

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