JP2024021337A - air stretch exercise device - Google Patents

Abstract

[Problem] The seat section is equipped with an airbag that can perform treatment on the user's body parts. To provide an air stretch device capable of pressing a treatment part of a leg by inflating an air bag while sitting on the upper body and raising the upper body. [Solution] The present invention provides a pillow part 2 on which the head H of a user U can be placed, a flexible seat part 3 connected to the front side of the pillow part 2, and a seat part 3 arranged on the seat part 3. In the air stretch exercise device 1, which includes a first airbag 4 that is provided and presses against the treatment section of the user U, and a drive section that drives the first airbag 4, the seat section 3 consists of a main body part 5 having a width large enough to accommodate the treatment section of the user U, a first extending part 6 disposed on the right outer side in the width direction from the main body part 5, and a width extending from the main body part 5 to the right side in the width direction. The second extending portion 7 is disposed on the left outer side in the direction. [Selection diagram] Figure 1

Description

The present invention can be placed on a substantially horizontal place such as a floor or bed, and the user can perform stretching exercises while lying on their back, and can also sit on the seat and press against the treatment area. This invention relates to a sheet-type air stretch exercise device that allows for

In recent years, people often have fewer opportunities to move their bodies or stay in the same position for long periods of time. As a result, muscles and tendons in the body often contract, and muscles become stiff. There are commercially available devices that can perform stretching exercises on such a body (treatment area). For example, Patent Document 1 discloses an exercise machine that can stretch treatment areas such as the back and buttocks from the shoulders to the waist. The stretching exercise machine disclosed in Patent Document 1 is of a seat type, on which a user lies supine on the seat part and stretches the back, buttocks, etc. to perform stretching exercises.

Additionally, there are also commercially available devices that use airbags to press the user's treatment area. For example, Patent Document 2 discloses a device that uses an airbag to perform a pressing operation on leg parts such as thighs and calves. Patent Document 2 discloses a device including a band-shaped first leg covering part that can be wrapped around the thigh and a band-shaped second leg covering part that can be wrapped around the calf (for example, Embodiment 3, (See Figure 7, etc.).

Patent No. 7054919 Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-183282

According to Patent Document 1, it is possible to sufficiently perform a stretching exercise on the back region such as the shoulder region, the back region, the waist region, the buttocks, and the like, and it is possible to obtain a high stretching effect.

Now, Patent Document 2 is a complicated device that wraps a belt-shaped first leg covering part around the thigh and a belt-shaped second leg covering part around the calf of each of the left and right legs, and the apparatus uses a pressing motion. This placed a heavy burden on the users who had previously done so. Although this device is a complicated device, the areas where the treatment can be performed are limited to the user's legs such as the thighs.

For this reason, in recent years, a single device has been developed to allow the user to perform stretching exercises (Treatment 1) and pressing movements (Treatment 2) not only on the left and right legs but also on other treatment areas. There was a request to do so.

For example, in addition to performing treatment 1 such as stretching exercises on treatment areas such as the back, lower back, and buttocks, there is a desire for a device that can perform treatment 2 such as pressing motions on the left and right legs. . That is, there has been a desire for an apparatus that can perform treatment 1 such as stretching exercise and treatment 2 such as pressing motion on various parts of the body, without being limited to treatment areas such as only the legs as in conventional apparatuses.

Therefore, in view of the above-mentioned problems, the present invention is provided with a seat section storing an airbag that can perform treatment on the user's body parts, and provides a seat section that stores an airbag that can perform treatment on the user's body parts, and applies the treatment body to the user's back, buttocks, etc. in a supine state. In addition to stretching exercises that are performed by inflating the airbag, the patient can sit on the seat with his or her upper body upright and apply pressure to the treated areas of the leg, such as the thighs and calves, by inflating the airbag. The purpose of this invention is to provide an air stretch exercise device that allows you to perform air stretching exercises.

In order to achieve the above object, the following technical measures were taken in the present invention.

The air stretch exercise device according to the present invention includes: a pillow section on which a user's head can be placed; a flexible seat section connected to the front side of the pillow section; and a seat section disposed on the seat section. In the air stretch exercise device, the air stretch exercise device includes a first airbag that presses against the user's treatment section, and a drive section that drives the first airbag. a main body section having a space on which a treatment section can be placed; a first extending section disposed on the right outer side in the width direction from the main body section; and a first extending section disposed on the left outer side in the width direction from the main body section. 2 extension parts.

Preferably, the first extending portion is flexible and has a band shape and is configured to be able to be wrapped around the user's right thigh, and the second extending portion is flexible and has a band shape. It is preferable that it has flexibility and is configured to be able to be wrapped around the user's left thigh.

Preferably, the first extension part and the second extension part are provided with a second airbag that is inflated by air supplied from the drive part.

Preferably, the seat portion includes a third extending portion disposed on the right side of the main body portion, and a fourth extending portion disposed on the left side and paired with the third extending portion. It is preferable to have the following.

Preferably, the third extending portion is flexible and has a band shape and is configured to be able to be wrapped around the right calf of the user, and the fourth extending portion is flexible and has a band shape. It is preferable that it has a structure that allows it to be wrapped around the user's left calf.

Preferably, the first extending part and the second extending part are provided on the seat part on the side of the pillow part, and the third extending part and the fourth extending part are provided on the opposite side of the pillow part. It is preferable that the seat portion is provided on the front side, which is the side.

Preferably, the main body section is provided with at least the first airbags, which are inflated by air supplied from the drive section, on the front side and the rear side.

Preferably, the right thigh placed on the rear airbag is wrapped around the first extension part, and the left thigh placed on the rear airbag is wrapped around the left thigh placed on the rear airbag. It is preferable that by wrapping the second extending portion, the right thigh and the left thigh can be pressed by inflation of the rear airbag.

Preferably, the right calf placed on the front airbag is wrapped around the third extension part, and the left calf placed on the front airbag is wrapped around the fourth extension part. It is preferable that the right calf and the left calf be pressed against the right calf and the left calf by inflation of the front airbag.

Preferably, the main body part has a width that allows the user to lie down on his/her back, and the user is allowed to use the body part while lying on his/her back on the main body part with the user's head placed on the pillow part. It is preferable that the device is configured to be able to perform a stretching exercise on a treatment area from the back to the buttocks of a person by inflating the first airbag disposed in the main body.

Preferably, the front airbag and the rear airbag are controlled to repeatedly inflate and deflate independently or in cooperation with each other.

Preferably, the first extending part and the second extending part are made of a belt member, and are provided on the back side of the main body part, and the belt member is flexible, and the belt member is flexible. It is preferable that the device be configured so that it can be wrapped around a person's treatment area.

Preferably, the belt member is provided such that the first extending portion and the second extending portion protrude from the left and right sides of the main body, and is detachable from the main body.

Preferably, the back surface of the main body portion is provided with a belt hole through which the belt member can pass in the left-right direction.

Preferably, a plurality of belt holes are formed in the main body portion along the front-rear direction.

Preferably, the sheet portion is configured to be able to be wound into a roll toward the pillow portion.

According to the present invention, the seat section is provided with an airbag that can perform treatment on the user's body parts, and the airbag is inflated to treat the treatment areas such as the back and buttocks of the user in a supine state. In addition to the stretching exercise, the user can sit on the seat and raise his/her upper body and apply pressure to treatment areas such as the thighs and calves of the legs by inflating the airbag.

1 is a perspective view schematically showing an outline of a first embodiment of an air stretch exercise device of the present invention. 1 is a front view schematically showing an outline of a first embodiment of an air stretch exercise device of the present invention. 1 is a diagram showing usage mode 1 (treatment 1) of the first embodiment of the air stretch exercise device of the present invention. It is a figure showing usage mode 2 (treatment 2) of a 1st embodiment of the air stretch exercise device of the present invention. It is a figure showing the front side of a 2nd embodiment of the air stretch exercise device of the present invention (buckle fastening). It is a figure showing the back side of a 2nd embodiment of the air stretch exercise device of the present invention. It is a figure which showed the modification of 2nd Embodiment of the air stretch exercise device of this invention (surface fastener fastening).

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the air stretch exercise device 1 according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Note that the embodiment described below is an example of embodying the present invention, and the configuration of the present invention is not limited to the specific example. Furthermore, in order to make the drawings easier to read, some components are omitted or drawn using virtual lines.

In describing this embodiment, the direction of the sheet-type air stretch exercise device 1 will be defined as follows for convenience of explanation.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 5, in the longitudinal direction of the sheet-type air stretch exercise device 1, the pillow part 2 side is defined as the "rear side", and the seat part 3 (main body part 5) on the opposite side of the pillow part 2 ) is defined as the "front side". As shown in FIG. 4, when a user U sits with his or her upper body B raised on the seat-type air stretch exercise device 1, the forward direction as seen from the user U is The front side.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 3, when the user U lies supine on the sheet-type air stretch exercise device 1, the direction in which the user U looks up (ceiling direction) is the “upper side” of the air stretch exercise device 1. shall be. Note that the left and right directions of the air stretch exercise device 1 are as shown in the drawings.
[First embodiment]
1 to 4 show the configuration and usage of a first embodiment of an air stretch exercise device 1 according to the present invention.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the air stretch exercise device 1 according to the present invention can be placed on a flat surface such as a floor F or a bed. In addition to being able to perform stretching exercises (Treatment 1) to stretch and loosen treatment areas such as the back K and buttocks D, you can also perform stretching exercises (treatment 1) that stretch and loosen the treatment areas such as the back K and buttocks D. The pressing operation (treatment 2) on the treatment area such as the calf C can be performed with one device. Furthermore, the air stretch exercise device 1 of this embodiment can be made compact and portable by rolling the sheet portion 3 into a roll.

The air stretch exercise device 1 of this embodiment includes a pillow part 2 on which the head H of a user U lying on his back can be placed, and a pillow part 2 that is connected to the front side of the pillow part 2 and has flexibility. A first airbag 4 which is stored inside the seat part 3 and presses and loosens the treatment area of the user U by inflating, and drives the first airbag 4. A drive unit (not shown). Note that the first airbag 4 is simply referred to as an airbag 4.

To illustrate the size of the air stretch exercise device 1 of this embodiment, the length (width) of the seat portion 3 in the left-right direction when unfolded is slightly larger than the shoulder width of the user U. In addition, in this embodiment, a first extension part 6 (details will be described later) extending rightward from the seat part 3 and a second extension part 7 (details described later) extending leftward from the seat part 3 are used. (described later). Therefore, the air stretch exercise device 1 has a length up to the upper arm of the user U when the arms are spread laterally.

Further, the length of the air stretch exercise device 1 in the front and back direction when unfolded corresponds to approximately the length from the head H of the user U to the back K and the buttocks D. That is, the air stretch exercise device 1 has a size on which the upper body B can be placed.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the pillow portion 2 is a member having a hollow interior and elongated in the left-right direction. This pillow part 2 is a storage body that stores a driving part that drives the airbag 4. The pillow part 2 is such that the head H of the user U who lies on his back on the seat part 3 can be placed thereon. The upper surface side of the pillow part 2 may have, for example, a rounded shape or a shape with a flat surface. Further, the lower surface side of the pillow part 2 is a substantially horizontal surface in order to place the pillow part 2 on a flat surface such as a floor surface F.

The entire outer periphery (particularly the upper surface side in contact with the head H) of the pillow part 2 is covered with a cushion member. The pillow part 2 of this embodiment is a cylindrical member that is long in the left-right direction. Note that the shape of the pillow portion 2 is not limited to the shape illustrated in this embodiment.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 4, when the user U sits down on the seat part 3, the pillow part 2 comes into contact with the buttocks D and becomes a stopper member that prevents backward movement.

A seat part 3 is connected to the front side of the pillow part 2. That is, the pillow part 2 is connected to the rear side of the seat part 3. The seat portion 3 can be placed on a floor surface F or the like, and has a size that allows the user U to sit down. The seat portion 3 is also large enough for the user U to lie on his/her back (on which the upper body B is placed). That is, the seat part 3 has a width that can be spread under the treatment part (for example, the leg part L or the back part K) of the user U. Further, the seat portion 3 is formed of a flexible member such as cloth.

The seat section 3 includes a main body section 5 having a width large enough to accommodate the treatment section of the user U, a first extending section 6 extending in a band shape from the main body section 5 to the right outer side in the width direction, and a main body section 5. A second extending portion 7 extends from the portion 5 to the left outer side in the width direction in a band shape. The first extending portion 6 and the second extending portion 7 are provided with a second air bag 4 that is inflated by air supplied from the drive unit. Note that the second airbag 4 is simply referred to as an airbag 4.

Further, the seat portion 3 is provided with a third extending portion 8 that extends in a band shape from the center of the main body portion 5 toward the upper right side, and a third extending portion 8 that is arranged in a pair with the third extending portion 8 and is provided on the upper left side. It has a fourth extension part 9 extending in a band shape towards the end.

The main body portion 5 has an area large enough to allow the user U to lie down and sit down. The main body portion 5 may be formed into a bag-like shape by, for example, sewing together the ends of two cloth materials (upper cloth material, lower cloth material) of the same shape, with a space provided inside.

A plurality of airbags 4 are provided inside the main body portion 5 (between the upper cloth and the lower cloth). The airbag 4 performs a stretching exercise to stretch and loosen the treated areas such as the back K and buttocks D of the user U who is lying on his/her back with the upper body B placed on the main body part 5 by pushing upwards. Moreover, the airbag 4 performs an operation of pressing against the treatment part of the leg L (thigh T, calf C) of the user U who is sitting down on the main body part 5 and raising the upper body B.

Further, although not shown, the sheet portion 3 (main body portion 5) may be configured to be able to be wound into a roll toward the pillow portion 2 side. For example, the main body part 5 in which the first extending part 6 and the second extending part 7 are folded is wound into a roll shape and put together in a parallel state next to the pillow part 2, and the main part 5 is placed on a surface so that the main part 5 does not unravel. The structure may be such that it can be engaged with a fastener or the like. In addition, the main body part 5 obtained by folding the first extending part 6 and the second extending part 7 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the pillow part 2 and gathered together in a roll shape, using a hook-and-loop fastener or the like to prevent the main part 5 from unraveling. It is preferable to have a configuration that allows engagement.

In this way, by winding up the main body part 5 into a roll shape and engaging it with a hook-and-loop fastener, the air stretch exercise device 1 becomes compact and easy to carry. In addition, the storage space will also be smaller. Moreover, by releasing the engagement of the hook-and-loop fastener, the main body portion 5 can be released from the pillow portion 2, and the air stretch exercise device 1 can be easily laid down on the floor F or the like.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, airbags 4 that are inflated by air supplied from a drive section are provided inside the main body section 5 (seat section 3) at least on the front and rear sides. In this embodiment, the airbag 4 includes a rear airbag 4a and a front airbag 4b.

A first airbag 10 and a second airbag 11 (details will be described later) are provided as the rear airbag 4a. Furthermore, a third airbag 14 and a fourth airbag 15 (details will be described later) are provided as the front airbag 4b. That is, in this embodiment, four airbags 4 are stored inside the main body part 5.

The plurality of airbags 4 have a structure in which air-impermeable cloth bodies (such as vinyl) are arranged above and below, and their peripheral edges are joined in an airtight state by welding or the like (welded structure).

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the first airbag 10 is disposed on the right rear side (pillow section 2 side) of the main body section 5. Further, a second airbag 11 is arranged on the left rear side (pillow part 2 side) of the main body part 5. That is, the first airbag 10 and the second airbag 11 are arranged adjacent to each other on the rear side of the main body 5 so as to form a left and right pair.

The first airbag 10 (right rear airbag 10) is disposed on the right rear side of the main body 5, and is located on the right back K (shoulder area) of the user U lying supine on the main body 5. , back, lumbar region, etc.). Further, the first airbag 10 is also arranged at a position corresponding to the right thigh TR of the user U seated on the main body portion 5.

The first airbag 10 is a bag body having a shape such as a "rectangular shape" or an "elliptical shape." The first airbag 10 of this embodiment is a rectangular bag body that is long in the front-rear direction when viewed from above. The first airbag 10 can store pressurized air from the pump of the drive unit in the pillow part 2, and is expandable and deflated so as to be able to expand to a large extent.

A first air supply port 12 is provided on the rear side (pillow part 2 side) of the first airbag 10. The first air supply port 12 is connected to a pump in the pillow part 2 via a first air supply hose. Air pressurized by the pump passes through the first air supply port 12 and is supplied into the first airbag 10 . The first airbag 10 is inflated by this pressurized air.

When the first airbag 10 inflates upward from the top surface of the main body 5, the treatment area on the right back K (shoulder to lower back) of the user U who lies on his/her back on the main body 5 is expanded. Give a stretching exercise to lift, stretch and loosen. Further, by the upward inflation of the first airbag 10, the treatment part of the right thigh TR of the user U seated on the main body part 5 is lifted and pressed to give a relaxing action.

The second airbag 11 (left rear airbag 11) is arranged by inverting the first airbag 10 to the left (mirror image inversion). That is, the second airbag 11 and the first airbag 10 are symmetrical. Note that the configuration of the second airbag 11 is almost the same as the first airbag 10, so a detailed explanation will be omitted. However, only an outline of the second airbag 11 will be described.

A second air supply port 13 is provided on the rear side of the second airbag 11 (on the pillow portion 2 side). The second air bag 11 is inflated by the air pressurized by the pump in the pillow part 2 passing through the second air supply port 13 and being supplied into the second air bag 11 .

This second airbag 11 inflates upward from the top surface of the main body 5, thereby applying treatment to the left back K (shoulder to lower back) of the user U who lies on his or her back on the main body 5. Give a stretching exercise to lift, stretch and loosen. Further, by the upward inflation of the second airbag 11, the treatment part of the left thigh TL of the user U seated on the main body part 5 is lifted and pressed to give a relaxing action.

Now, the third airbag 14 is arranged on the right front side of the main body part 5 (the front side of the first airbag 10). Further, a fourth airbag 15 is arranged on the left front side of the main body portion 5 (in front of the second airbag 11). That is, the third airbag 14 and the fourth airbag 15 are arranged adjacent to each other on the rear side of the main body 5 so as to form a left and right pair. Further, the first airbag 10 and the third airbag 14 are provided in a row from front to back on the right side of the main body portion 5.

The third airbag 14 (front right airbag 14) is disposed on the right front side of the main body 5, and is located at a position corresponding to the right buttock D of the user U lying supine on the main body 5. It is located in Further, the third airbag 14 is attached to the right calf CR of the user U seated on the main body 5.
It is also placed in a position corresponding to the above.

The third airbag 14 is a bag body having a "rectangular" or "elliptical" shape, for example. The third airbag 14 of this embodiment is an elliptical bag body long in the left-right direction when viewed from above. The third air bag 14 can store pressurized air from the pump of the drive unit in the pillow part 2, and is expandable and deflated so as to be able to expand to a large extent.

A right air passage 16 is provided on the rear side of the third airbag 14 through which air supplied from the pump passes. This right air passage 16 is provided so as to pass through the right outer side of the first airbag 10. The right air passage 16 is a cylindrical bag body that is long in the front-rear direction when viewed from above. That is, the right air passage 16 is formed to be in communication with the third airbag 14.

A third air supply port 17 is provided on the rear side of the right air passage 16 (on the pillow part 2 side). The third air supply port 17 is connected to a pump in the pillow part 2 via a third air supply hose. Air pressurized by the pump enters from the third air supply port 17, passes through the right air passage 16, and is supplied into the third airbag 14. The third airbag 14 is inflated by this pressurized air.

When the third airbag 14 inflates upward from the upper surface of the main body 5, it lifts and stretches the treatment area such as the right buttock D of the user U who lies on his back on the main body 5. Provides relaxing stretching exercises. Further, by the upward inflation of the third airbag 14, the treatment part of the right calf CR of the user U seated on the main body part 5 is lifted and pressed to give a relaxing action.

The fourth airbag 15 (left front airbag 15) is arranged by inverting the third airbag 14 to the left (mirror image inversion). That is, the fourth airbag 15 and the third airbag 14 are symmetrical. Further, the second airbag 11 and the fourth airbag 15 are provided in a row from front to back on the left side of the main body portion 5. Note that the configuration of the fourth airbag 15 is almost the same as that of the third airbag 14, so a detailed explanation will be omitted. However, only an outline of the fourth airbag 15 will be described.

A left air passage 18 through which air supplied from a pump passes is provided on the rear side of the fourth airbag 15. This left air passage 18 is provided so as to pass through the left outer side of the second airbag 11.

A fourth air supply port 19 is provided on the rear side (pillow part 2 side) of the left air passage 18. The air pressurized by the pump in the pillow part 2 enters from the fourth air supply port 19, passes through the left air passage 18, and is supplied into the fourth airbag 15, so that the fourth airbag 15 Expand.

When the fourth airbag 15 inflates upward from the top surface of the main body 5, it lifts and stretches the treated area, such as the left buttock D of the user U who lies on his back on the main body 5. Provides relaxing stretching exercises. Further, by the upward inflation of the fourth airbag 15, the treatment part of the left calf CL of the user U seated on the main body part 5 is lifted and pressed to give a relaxing action.

These first to fourth airbags 10 to 15 (rear airbag 4a and front airbag 4b) are controlled to repeatedly inflate and deflate, respectively, independently or in cooperation with each other. Through this control, various stretching movements, pressing movements (massage movements), etc. can be obtained.

Regarding the shape of the first airbag 10 to the fourth airbag 15, the shape is suitable for treatment areas such as the back K and buttocks D of the user U (upper body B) lying supine on the main body part 5 (seat part 3). It is not particularly limited as long as it can perform a stretching exercise and apply pressure to treatment areas such as the thighs T and calves C of the user U seated on the main body 5. .

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the first extending portion 6 is a member that extends from the right edge of the main body portion 5 toward the right outer side in the width direction in a band shape (for example, like extending a right arm). The first extending portion 6 of this embodiment is provided on the rear side and right edge of the main body portion 5 (seat portion 3) on the side of the pillow portion 2. The first extending portion 6 is located, for example, at a location corresponding to the base of the right thigh TR when the user U is seated on the main body 5, or at a location corresponding to the base of the upper body B when the user U is lying supine on the main body 5. It is located at a location corresponding to the right shoulder of

The first extending portion 6 has flexibility. Therefore, the first extending portion 6 can be folded and superimposed on the main body portion 5. The length of the first extension part 6 is such that it can be wrapped around the right thigh TR (first treatment part), which is one of the treatment parts of the user U placed on the main body part 5. ing. Note that the first extending portion 6 may be formed of the same cloth material as the main body portion 5 .

That is, the first extension part 6 is a member that can be laid on the floor surface F, or can be wrapped around the right thigh TR by being pulled from the right outer side toward the inner side. In addition, when the user U lies on his back on the main body part 5, the user U's right arm can be placed on it. As with the main body part 5, the first extending part 6 is formed into a bag shape by sewing two cloth materials of the same shape together.

Further, in this embodiment, the airbag 4 includes a fifth airbag 20 and a sixth airbag 22.

A fifth airbag 20 (airbag 4) that is inflated by air supplied from the drive section is provided inside the first extension section 6. When wrapping the first extending portion 6 around the right thigh TR, the fifth airbag 20 is placed at a position facing the first airbag 10.

The fifth airbag 20 is connected to a pump inside the pillow part 2. The fifth air bag 20 is inflated by supplying air pressurized by the pump in the pillow part 2 into the fifth air bag 20.

When the fifth airbag 20 inflates upward from the top surface of the first extension section 6, it lifts the treatment section of the right arm placed on the first extension section 6, thereby stretching and loosening it. Apply stretching exercises. In addition, when the first extension part 6 is wrapped around the right thigh TR of the user U seated on the main body part 5, the fifth airbag 20 is inflated downward, thereby causing the right thigh TR to be treated. Gives a pressing action to the object.

Note that the shapes of the first extending portion 6 and the fifth airbag 20 may be such that they can be wrapped around the treated portion of the thigh T of the user U seated on the main body portion 5 (seat portion 3). Not particularly limited.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the second extending portion 7 has a configuration in which the first extending portion 6 is reversed to the left (mirror image reversal). That is, the second extending portion 7 and the first extending portion 6 are symmetrical. Note that the configuration of the second extending portion 7 is substantially the same as that of the first extending portion 6.

The second extending portion 7 is a member that extends from the left edge of the main body portion 5 toward the left outer side in the width direction in a band shape (for example, like extending a left arm). The second extending portion 7 of this embodiment is provided on the rear side and left edge of the main body portion 5 (seat portion 3) on the pillow portion side 2. The second extending portion 7 is located, for example, at a location corresponding to the root of the left thigh TL when the user U is seated on the main body 5, or at a location corresponding to the base of the upper body B when the user U is lying supine on the main body 5. It is located at a location corresponding to the left shoulder of

The second extending portion 7 has flexibility. Therefore, the second extending portion 7 can be folded and superimposed on the main body portion 5. The length of the second extension part 7 is such that it can be wrapped around the left thigh TL (second treatment part), which is one of the treatment parts of the user U placed on the main body part 5. ing. Note that the second extending portion 7 may be formed of a cloth material made of the same material as the main body portion 5.

That is, the second extension part 7 is a member that can be laid on the floor surface F, or can be wrapped around the left thigh TL by being pulled from the left outer side toward the inner side. In addition, when the user U lies on his back on the main body part 5, the left arm of the user U can be placed on it. As with the first extending part 6, the second extending part 7 is formed into a bag shape by sewing two cloth materials of the same shape together.

A sixth airbag 22 (airbag 4) that is inflated by air supplied from the drive section is provided inside the second extending section 7. The sixth airbag 22 has a configuration in which the fifth airbag 20 is inverted to the left (mirror image inverted). That is, the sixth airbag 22 and the fifth airbag 20 are symmetrical. Note that the configuration of the sixth airbag 22 is almost the same as that of the fifth airbag 20.

When wrapping the second extending portion 7 around the left thigh TL, the sixth airbag 22 is placed at a position facing the second airbag 11. The sixth airbag 22 is connected to a pump inside the pillow part 2. The sixth air bag 22 is inflated by supplying air pressurized by the pump in the pillow part 2 into the sixth air bag 22.

Note that the fifth airbag 20 and the sixth airbag 22 are configured to be able to independently and alternately inflate and deflate. Further, the fifth airbag 20 and the sixth airbag 22 also inflate and deflate independently and alternately with respect to the first to fourth airbags 10 to 22.

When the sixth airbag 22 inflates upward from the upper surface of the second extension section 7, it lifts the treatment section of the left arm placed on the second extension section 7, thereby stretching and loosening it. Apply stretching exercises. In addition, when the second extension part 7 is wrapped around the left thigh TL of the user U seated on the main body part 5, the sixth airbag 22 is inflated downward, thereby causing the left thigh TL to be treated. Gives a pressing action to the object.

Regarding the shapes of the second extending portion 7 and the sixth airbag 22, as long as they are shaped to wrap around the treated portion of the thigh T of the user U seated on the main body portion 5 (seat portion 3), Not particularly limited.

By the way, the first airbag 10 to the fourth airbag 15 of the main body part 5, the fifth airbag 20 of the first extension part 6, and the sixth airbag 22 (airbag 4) of the second extension part 7 are welded. It consists of a structure. Further, the right air passage 16 that supplies air from the pump to the third air bag 14, the left air passage 18 that supplies air from the pump to the fourth air bag 15, etc. are also constructed of a welded structure. That is, each airbag 10, 11, 14, 15, 20, 22 (airbag 4) also has flexibility.

Therefore, in the sheet portion 3, the first extending portion 6 and the second extending portion 7 can be stacked on the main body portion 5, and the main body portion 5 can be easily wound up into a roll shape. At this time, each airbag 10, 11, 14, 15, 20, 22 (airbag 4) will not be bent or twisted, and the right air passage 16, left air passage 18, etc. will not be damaged.

Now, an engaging member 21 that engages the first extending portion 6 and the second extending portion 7 is provided. In this embodiment, the engaging member 21 is a buckle member 21. One side of a buckle member 21 used for engagement with the second extending portion 7 is provided on the distal end side of the first extending portion 6 . Further, the other side of the buckle member 21 used for engagement with the first extending portion 6 is provided on the distal end side of the second extending portion 7 .

The first extending portion 6 is wrapped around the outer periphery of the right thigh TR, and the second extending portion 7 is wrapped around the outer periphery of the left thigh TL. One of the buckle members 21 provided at the tip of the first extending portion 6 and the other buckle member 21 provided at the tip of the second extending portion 7 are engaged to fix the buckle member 21. By adjusting the length of the belt passed through the buckle member 21, the left and right thighs T placed on the main body 5 are appropriately tightened, and the right thigh TR and left thigh TL are fixed. do. Thereby, the right thigh TR and the left thigh TL (leg L) are in a stable state on the main body 5.

Note that a hook-and-loop fastener may be provided as the engaging member 21. In this case, the first extending portion 6 and the second extending portion 7 are engaged so as to be pasted together.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the third extending portion 8 is provided on the front seat portion 3, which is the opposite side of the pillow portion 2. As shown in FIGS. That is, the third extending portion 8 is provided on the front end side of the main body portion 5. The third extending portion 8 is a band-shaped member with a base end projecting upward from the center of the main body portion 5 and a distal end extending obliquely toward the right side.

The third extending portion 8 has flexibility. Therefore, the third extending portion 8 is provided so as to rise from the base end and overlap the main body portion 5 toward the distal end side. That is, the third extending portion 8 is arranged so as to be stacked on the main body portion 5 (third airbag 14), and can be lifted. Note that the third extending portion 8 may be formed of the same cloth material as that of the main body portion 5.

The third extending portion 8 of this embodiment is provided in the front right region on the main body portion 5. The third extending portion 8 is provided, for example, at a location corresponding to the right calf CR when the user U is seated, or at a location corresponding to the right buttock D when the user U is supine. The length of the third extension portion 8 is
The length is such that the right calf CR (third treatment part), which is one of the treatment parts of the user U, can be wrapped from the inside toward the right outside.

Note that, like the first extending part 6, the third extending part 8 may be formed into a bag shape by sewing two cloth materials of the same shape together. In that case, it is preferable that the third extending portion 8 is provided with an air bag 4 that is inflated by air supplied from the drive portion.

An engaging member 23 used for engagement with the front right edge of the main body portion 5 is provided on the distal end side of the third extending portion 8 . In this embodiment, the engaging member 23 is a hook-and-loop fastener 23, and one side thereof is provided. Further, the other side of the hook-and-loop fastener 23 is provided on the back surface of the front right edge of the main body portion 5.

The third extending part 8 is wrapped around the outer periphery of the right calf CR, the front right edges of the main body part 5 are lifted and attached to each other, and the third extending part 8 is engaged with the hook-and-loop fastener 23. The right calf CR placed on the main body part 5 is appropriately tightened to fix the right calf CR. Thereby, the right calf CR (leg L) is in a stable state on the main body 5.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 4, the fourth extending portion 9 is provided on the front seat portion 3, which is the opposite side of the pillow portion 2. As shown in FIGS. That is, the fourth extending portion 9 is provided on the front end side of the main body portion 5. The fourth extending portion 9 is arranged adjacent to the third extending portion 8.

The fourth extending portion 9 is a band-shaped member whose base end projects upward from the center of the main body portion 5 and whose distal end extends obliquely toward the left side. That is, the fourth extending portion 9 is arranged so as to form a left and right pair with the third extending portion 8.

The fourth extending portion 9 has flexibility. Therefore, the fourth extending portion 9 is provided so as to rise from the base end and overlap the main body portion 5 toward the distal end side. That is, the fourth extending portion 9 is arranged so as to be stacked on the main body portion 5 (fourth airbag 15), and can be lifted. Note that the fourth extending portion 9 may be formed of a cloth material made of the same material as that of the main body portion 5.

The fourth extending portion 9 of this embodiment is provided in the front left region on the main body portion 5. The fourth extending portion 9 is provided, for example, at a location corresponding to the left calf CL when the user U is seated, or at a location corresponding to the left buttock D when the user U is lying on his or her back. The length of the fourth extension part 9 is such that the left calf CL (fourth treatment part), which is one of the treatment parts of the user U, can be wrapped from the inside toward the left outside.

Note that, like the second extending part 7, the fourth extending part 9 may be formed into a bag shape by sewing two cloth materials of the same shape together. In that case, it is preferable that the fourth extending portion 9 is provided with an air bag 4 that is inflated by air supplied from the drive portion.

Regarding the shapes of the third extending portion 8 and the fourth extending portion 9, as long as they are shaped to wrap around the treated portion of the calf C of the user U seated on the main body portion 5 (seat portion 3), Not particularly limited.

An engagement member 24 used for engagement with the front left edge of the main body portion 5 is provided on the distal end side of the fourth extension portion 9 . In this embodiment, the engaging member 24 is a hook-and-loop fastener 24, and one side thereof is provided. Further, the other side of the hook-and-loop fastener 24 is provided on the back surface of the front left edge of the main body portion 5 .

The fourth extending part 9 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the left calf CL, and the front left edges of the main body part 5 are lifted and pasted together, and the fourth extending part 9 is engaged with the hook-and-loop fastener 24. The left calf CL placed on the main body part 5 is moderately tightened to fix the left calf CL. Thereby, the left calf CL (leg L) is in a stable state on the main body 5.

Here, the drive unit that inflates the airbag 4 will be briefly described.

The drive section is housed inside the pillow section 2. The drive unit includes a pump (compressor) that supplies pressurized air to inflate each airbag 4 (first airbag 10 to sixth airbag 22), and a drive unit that is connected to the pump and supplies air to each airbag. 4, a solenoid valve that controls the amount of air supplied to each airbag 4, and a control section that controls the solenoid valve.

The pump sends pressurized air to a solenoid valve, and after passing through the solenoid valve, the pressurized air is supplied to each air bag 4 from an air supply hose or the like. The solenoid valve switches between introducing air into each air bag 4 and discharging air from each air bag 4. Pressurized air from the pump is supplied to each airbag 4 and inflated by passing through a solenoid valve and an air supply hose.

This electromagnetic valve is controlled by the control unit, and sends the air sent out from the pump to each predetermined airbag 4. The control unit includes a program for performing a plurality of stretching exercises and/or pressing operations (massage operations), and controls inflation and deflation of each airbag 4 for each program.

From these, the user U can select a desired stretching exercise and/or pressing operation for the treatment areas such as the back K and buttocks D, or the treatment areas such as the thighs T and calves C. Note that the drive unit may be provided with a structure that warms the air. That is, it is preferable to warm the pressurized air from the pump to provide warm air to the airbag 4 so that a warm stretching exercise (pressure massage) can also be performed in the seat portion 3.
[How to use]
Next, how to use the first embodiment of the air stretch exercise device 1 of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
[Treatment 1 (stretching exercise)]
FIG. 3 shows a usage mode 1 "Treatment 1" of the air stretch exercise device 1 of this embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 3, the air stretch exercise device 1 of this embodiment is capable of stretching and relaxing treatment areas such as the back K and buttocks D of the user U.

Specifically, the air stretch exercise device 1 is designed to be used with the user U placing the user U's head H on the pillow portion 2 and sleeping on the back with the upper body B placed on the main body portion 5. A stretching exercise can be performed on the treatment area from K to buttocks D by inflating and deflating (inflating and deflating) the airbag 4 built into the main body 5.

Here, the expansion and contraction of the first to fourth airbags 10 to 15 in "Treatment 1" will be explained. In this embodiment, the first airbag 10 to the fourth airbag 15 are configured to be able to inflate and deflate independently and alternately.
<Front and rear airbags inflate alternately>
For example, the first airbag 10 and the second airbag 11, which are arranged on the rear side of the main body part 5 that constitutes the seat part 3, are inflated. Even if control is performed to alternately inflate and deflate, such as deflating each airbag 10 and 11, the third airbag 14 and fourth airbag 15 disposed on the front side of the main body 5 begin to inflate. good.

Specifically, when the first airbag 10 inflates, the right back K of the user U who lies on his or her back on the main body 5 is lifted, and when the second airbag 11 inflates, the user By lifting the back K on the left side of U, a stretching exercise is performed on the back K.

Next, the airbags 10 and 11 are deflated and the third airbag 14 is inflated to lift the right buttock D of the user U, and the fourth airbag 15 is inflated to lift the user U's right buttock D. By lifting the left buttock D, a stretching exercise is performed on the buttock D.

In other words, the first airbag 10 and the second airbag 11 (rear airbag 4a) are used to stretch the back K, and the third airbag 14 and fourth airbag 15 (front airbag 4b) are used to stretch the back K. You may also stretch your buttocks D.
<Left and right airbags inflate alternately>
Further, the first airbag 10 and the third airbag 14, which are arranged on the right side of the main body part 5 constituting the seat part 3, are inflated. Even if control is performed to alternately inflate and deflate, such as deflating each airbag 10 and 14, the second airbag 11 and fourth airbag 15 arranged on the left side of the main body 5 start to inflate. good.

Specifically, when the first airbag 10 inflates, the right back K of the user U who lies on his back on the main body part 5 is lifted, and when the third airbag 14 inflates, the user By lifting U's right buttock D, a stretching exercise is performed on the right back K and buttock D.

Next, the airbags 10 and 14 are deflated and the second airbag 11 is inflated to lift the left back K of the user U, and the fourth airbag 15 is inflated to lift the user U's back. By lifting the left buttock D, a stretching exercise is performed for the left back K and buttock D.

That is, the first airbag 10 and the third airbag 14 on the right side are used to stretch the back K and buttocks D on the right side, and the second airbag 11 and the fourth airbag 15 on the left side are used to stretch the left side. You may also stretch your back K and buttocks D.
<Cross direction airbags inflate alternately>
Furthermore, the first airbag 10 on the right rear side and the fourth airbag 15 on the left front side, which are arranged in a cross direction in the main body 5 constituting the seat portion 3, are inflated. At the same time as each airbag 10, 15 is deflated, the second airbag 11 on the left rear side and the third airbag 14 on the front right side, which are arranged in the opposite cross direction, begin to inflate and deflate alternately. Control may also be performed.

Specifically, when the first airbag 10 inflates, the right back K of the user U who lies on his back on the main body 5 is lifted, and when the fourth airbag 15 inflates, the user By lifting the left buttock D of U, a stretching exercise is performed on the right back K and the left buttock D.

Next, the airbags 10 and 15 are deflated and the second airbag 11 is inflated to lift the left back K of the user U, and the third airbag 14 is inflated to lift the user U's back. By lifting the right buttock D, a stretching exercise is performed for the left back K and the right buttock D.

That is, the right back K and left buttock D are stretched using the first airbag 10 and fourth airbag 15 arranged in the cross direction, and the second airbag 11 and third airbag 14 are stretched. You may use it to stretch the back K on the left side and the buttocks D on the right side.

In this way, by alternately inflating and deflating the predetermined airbags 10, 11, 14, and 15, the desired stretching effect can be obtained. Note that the timing of inflating and deflating each airbag 10, 11, 14, and 15 can also be controlled to be delayed or accelerated individually.
[Treatment 2 (pressing motion)]
FIG. 4 shows a usage mode 2 "Treatment 2" of the air stretch exercise device 1 of this embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 4, the air stretch exercise device 1 of this embodiment is capable of pressing against treatment parts of the legs L of the user U, such as the thighs T and calves C.

Specifically, the air stretch exercise device 1 moves the right thigh TR placed on the first airbag 10 (rear airbag 4a) with the first extension portion 6 provided with the fifth airbag 20. At the same time, the left thigh TL placed on the second airbag 11 (rear airbag 4a) is wrapped around the second extending portion 7 provided with the sixth airbag 22.

Due to the expansion and contraction of the first airbag 10 (rear airbag 4a) and the fifth airbag 20, it is possible to press the right thigh TR, and the second airbag 11 (rear airbag 4a) can press against the right thigh TR. ) and the expansion and contraction of the sixth airbag 22 enables a pressing operation against the left thigh TL.

In addition, the air stretch exercise device 1 wraps the right calf CR placed on the third airbag 14 (front airbag 4b) with the third extension portion 8, and also wraps the right calf CR placed on the third airbag 14 (front airbag 4b), and wraps the fifth airbag 15 (front airbag 4b) with the third extension portion 8. The left calf CL placed on the bag 4b) is wrapped around the fourth extending portion 9.

By inflating and deflating this third airbag 14 (front airbag 4b), it becomes possible to press the right calf CR by inflating and deflating the front airbag 4b, and the fifth airbag 15 (front airbag 4b) Due to the expansion and contraction of the left calf CL, it becomes possible to press the left calf CL.

First, the third extending portion 8 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the right calf CR, the front right edge of the main body portion 5 is lifted, and the third extending portion 8 is engaged with the hook-and-loop fastener 23. Further, the fourth extending portion 9 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the left calf CL, the front left edge of the main body portion 5 is lifted, and the fourth extending portion 9 is engaged with the hook-and-loop fastener 24 . As a result, the right calf CR and the left calf CL (leg L) are fixed and become stable on the main body 5. Note that the third airbag 14 is in contact with the right calf CR, and the fourth airbag 15 is in contact with the left calf CL.

The first extension part 6 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the right thigh TR, and the second extension part 7 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the left thigh TL, and the first extension part 6 and the second extension part 7 are tied together with the buckle member 21. Fix the installation part 7. As a result, the right thigh TR and the left thigh TL (leg L) are fixed and become stable on the main body 5.

Note that the first airbag 10 and the fifth airbag 20 are in contact with the right thigh TR, and the second airbag 11 and the sixth airbag 22 are in contact with the left thigh TL. In other words, the fifth airbag 20 is placed at a position facing the first airbag 10 across the right thigh TR. Further, the sixth airbag 22 is placed at a position facing the second airbag 11 across the left thigh TL.

Here, the expansion and contraction of the first airbag 10 to the sixth airbag 22 in "Treatment 2" will be explained. In this embodiment, the first airbag 10 to the sixth airbag 22 are configured to be able to independently and alternately inflate and deflate.
<Front and rear airbags inflate alternately>
For example, the first airbag 10 and the fifth airbag 20, and the second airbag 11 and the sixth airbag 22, which are arranged on the rear side (pillow part 2 side) of the main body part 5 constituting the seat part 3, Inflate. Control to alternately inflate and deflate so that each airbag 10, 11, 20, 22 is deflated and at the same time the third airbag 14 and fourth airbag 15 disposed on the front side of the main body 5 begin to be inflated. You may do so.

Specifically, when the first airbag 10 and the fifth airbag 20 inflate, the right thigh TR of the user U who is seated on the main body 5 and raises his or her upper body B is pressed, and the The expansion of the second airbag 11 and the sixth airbag 22 presses the left thigh TL of the user U, thereby performing a pressing operation on the thigh T.

Next, each of the airbags 10, 11, 20, 22 deflates and the third airbag 14 inflates, pressing the right calf CR of the user U, and the fourth airbag 15 inflates. By pressing the left calf CL of the user U, a pressing operation is performed on the calf C.

That is, the first airbag 10 and the fifth airbag 20, the second airbag 11 and the sixth airbag 22 (rear airbag 4a) are used to perform a pressure massage on the thigh T, and the third airbag 14 and the fourth airbag 15 (front airbag 4b) may be used to press and massage the calf C.
<Left and right airbags inflate alternately>
Further, the first airbag 10, the fifth airbag 20, and the third airbag 14, which are arranged on the right side of the main body part 5 constituting the seat part 3, are inflated. Alternately, the second airbag 11, the sixth airbag 22, and the fourth airbag 15 arranged on the left side of the main body 5 start to be inflated at the same time as each airbag 10, 14, 20 is deflated. Control may be performed to expand and contract.

Specifically, when the first airbag 10 and the fifth airbag 20 inflate, the right thigh TR of the user U who is seated on the main body 5 and raises his or her upper body B is pressed, and the 3. Inflating the airbag 14 presses the right calf CR of the user U, thereby applying a pressing action to the right thigh TR and right calf CR.

Next, the airbags 10, 14, and 20 are deflated, and the second airbag 11 and the sixth airbag 22 are inflated, so that the left thigh TL of the user U is pressed, and the fourth airbag 15 is By expanding, the left calf CL of the user U is pressed, thereby applying a pressing action to the left thigh TL and left calf CL.

In other words, the first airbag 10, the fifth airbag 20, and the third airbag 14 on the right side are used to press and massage the right thigh TR and right calf CR, and the second airbag 11 and the sixth airbag on the left side are massaged. The airbag 22 and the fourth airbag 15 may be used to massage the left thigh TL and left calf CL.
<Cross direction airbags inflate alternately>
In addition, the first airbag 10 and the fifth airbag 20 on the right rear side and the fourth airbag 15 on the left front side, which are arranged in a cross direction in the main body part 5 constituting the seat part 3, are inflated. At the same time as each airbag 10, 15, 20 is deflated, the left rear second airbag 11 and sixth airbag 22, which are arranged in the opposite cross direction, and the right front third airbag 14 are inflated. Alternatively, control may be performed to alternately expand and contract.

Specifically, when the first airbag 10 and the fifth airbag 20 inflate, the right thigh TR of the user U who is seated on the main body 5 and raises his or her upper body B is pressed, and the 4. Inflating the airbag 15 presses the left calf CL of the user U, thereby applying a pressing action to the right thigh TR and left calf CL.

Next, the airbags 10, 15, and 20 are deflated, and the second airbag 11 and the sixth airbag 22 are inflated, so that the left thigh TL of the user U is pressed, and the third airbag 14 is By expanding, the right calf CR of the user U is pressed, thereby applying a pressing action to the left thigh TL and right calf CR.

That is, the first airbag 10, the fifth airbag 20, and the fourth airbag 15, which are arranged in the cross direction, are used to press and massage the right thigh TR and left calf CL, and the second airbag 11 The sixth airbag 22 and the third airbag 14 may be used to press and massage the left thigh TL and right calf CR.

In this way, by alternately inflating and deflating the predetermined airbags 10, 11, 14, 15, 20, and 22, a desired pressing effect (massage effect) can be obtained. Note that the timing of inflating and deflating each airbag 10, 11, 14, 15, 20, and 22 can also be controlled to be delayed or accelerated individually.
[Second embodiment]
FIG. 5A schematically shows the front side of a second embodiment of the air stretch exercise device 1 according to the present invention. FIG. 5B schematically shows the back side of the second embodiment of the air stretch exercise device 1 according to the present invention.

In this embodiment, the pillow part 2, the main body part 5 of the seat part 3, the airbag 4 built into the main body part 5 (the first airbag 10 and the second airbag 11 of the rear airbag 4a, the front airbag 10 and the second airbag 11 of the rear airbag 4a, The configurations of the third airbag 14, fourth airbag 15), etc. of the airbag 4b are substantially the same as those of the first embodiment described in detail above, so detailed descriptions of the configurations will be omitted.

As shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the first extending portion 6 of this embodiment is a band-shaped member extending from the front end side of the main body portion 5. As shown in FIGS. That is, the first extending portion 6 is a belt-shaped member extending from the right edge of the front end side of the main body portion 5 to the right outer side in the width direction.

The first extending portion 6 of this embodiment is provided at the front end and right edge of the main body portion 5. The first extending portion 6 is, for example, a location corresponding to the right calf CR when the user U is seated on the main body 5, or a location corresponding to the right buttock D or lower back when the user U is lying on his or her back. It is set in.

The first extending portion 6 has flexibility. Therefore, the first extending portion 6 can be folded and overlapped with the front end side of the main body portion 5. The length of the first extending portion 6 is such that it can be wrapped around the right calf CR placed on the main body portion 5. The first extending portion 6 may be formed of a cloth material made of the same material as the main body portion 5 . Note that in this embodiment, the fifth airbag 20 (airbag 4) is not built-in.

The second extending portion 7 of this embodiment is a band-shaped member extending from the front end side of the main body portion 5 . That is, the second extending portion 7 is a belt-shaped member extending from the left edge of the front end side of the main body portion 5 to the left outer side in the width direction.

The second extending portion 7 of this embodiment is provided at the front end and left edge of the main body portion 5. The second extending portion 7 is provided, for example, at a location corresponding to the left calf CL when the user U is seated, or at a location corresponding to the left buttock D or lower back when the user U is lying on his or her back. .

The second extending portion 7 has flexibility. Therefore, the second extending portion 7 can be folded and overlapped with the front end side of the main body portion 5. The length of the second extending portion 7 is such that it can be wrapped around the left calf CL placed on the main body portion 5. The second extending portion 7 is made of the same cloth material as the main body portion 5 . Note that in this embodiment, the sixth airbag 22 (airbag 4) is not built-in. Further, in this embodiment, the third extending portion 8 and the fourth extending portion 9 are not provided.

As shown in FIG. 5A, in this embodiment, a buckle member 21 is used as the engagement member 21. In this embodiment, one side of the buckle member 21 is provided on the distal end side of the first extending portion 6 . Further, the other side of the buckle member 21 is provided on the distal end side of the second extending portion 7 .

The first extending portion 6 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the right calf CR, and the second extending portion 7 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the left calf CL. The buckle member 21 is fixed by engaging one and the other. Thereby, the right calf CR and left calf CL (leg L) are in a stable state on the main body 5.

As shown in FIG. 5B, in this embodiment, the first extending portion 6 and the second extending portion 7 are a single belt member 25 provided separately from the main body portion 5. As shown in FIG. The belt member 25 is provided on the back side of the main body portion 5. The belt member 25 is provided such that the first extending portion 6 and the second extending portion 7 protrude from the left and right sides of the main body portion 5, and is detachable from the main body portion 5.

The belt member 25 is a band member that is elongated in the left-right direction, and has a narrower width in the middle in the longitudinal direction. That is, the belt member 25 is constricted in the middle in the longitudinal direction. The belt member 25 has flexibility. Thereby, the belt member 25 can be bent or wrapped around the outer periphery of the user's U's treatment area or body.

A belt fastening member 26 for aligning and fastening the belt member 25 is provided on the back surface of the main body portion 5. In this embodiment, the belt fastening member 26 is formed of a rectangular cloth material that is long in the front-rear direction. This belt fastening member 26 is sewn on the front side of the back surface of the main body portion 5 and at the center in the left-right direction. The belt fastening member 26 is provided with a belt hole 27 through which the belt member 25 can be passed in the left-right direction. The belt holes 27 are capable of adjusting the position of the belt member 25 in the front and back direction, and a plurality of belt holes 27 are provided in the front and rear.

Specifically, the front and rear edges of the belt fastening member 26 are attached to the back side of the main body part 5 by sewing in the left-right (width) direction, and the middle part in the longitudinal direction is attached to the back surface of the main body part 5 by sewing in the left-right direction. can be attached to. That is, the belt fastening member 26 is attached to the back surface of the main body portion 5 by sewing at four locations equally spaced in the front-rear direction. A space 27 penetrating in the left-right direction is formed between the sewn parts. This space 27 is the belt hole 27 described above. The size of the belt hole 27 is smaller than the wide portion of the belt member 25 and larger than the constricted portion (midway in the longitudinal direction). Since the wide portion of the belt member 25 is larger than the belt hole 27, the belt member 25 is prevented from falling off from the belt fastening member 26 when attached to the main body portion 5.

A plurality of belt holes 27 are provided so as to be arranged at equal intervals in the front-rear direction of the belt fastening member 26. In this embodiment, the belt fastening member 26 is sewn to the back surface of the main body portion 5 so as to form three belt holes 27a to 27c in the front-rear direction. By passing the belt member 25 through any of the belt holes 27a to 27c, the position of the belt member 25 in the main body portion 5 in the front-rear direction is adjusted. Thereby, the winding positions of the first extending portion 6 and the second extending portion 7 relative to the treatment portion can be changed. Note that the number of belt holes 27 is not limited to the example shown, and may be two or four, and is not limited to the number.

As shown in FIG. 5B, for example, the wide portion of the belt member 25 (the first extending portion 6 or the second extending portion 7) is bent to be smaller than the belt hole 27b, and the belt member 25 is inserted into the belt hole 27b. Pass. When reaching the constricted part (midway in the longitudinal direction) of the belt member 25, the first extension part 6 and the second extension part 7 protrude from the left and right sides of the main body part 5, so bend the belt member 25 at this point. return. Since the wide portion of the belt member 25 is larger than the belt hole 27b, the belt member 25 is prevented from falling off from the main body portion 5 (belt fastening member 26). Note that the belt member 25 may be passed through the belt hole 27a or may be passed through the belt hole 27c.

By doing so, the position of the belt member 25 in the front and back direction is determined and the belt member 25 is attached to the main body portion 5. Then, the buckle member 21 is fixed by wrapping the first extension part 6 and the second extension part 7 around the treatment part of the user U placed on the main body part 5.

Note that by pulling out the belt member 25 from the belt hole 27b (belt fastening member 26), it is possible to remove the belt member 25 from the main body 5, so when changing the position of the belt member 25, or when performing air stretch. This may be done when storing the exercise device 1.

FIG. 5C schematically shows a modification of the second embodiment of the air stretch exercise device 1 according to the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 5C, in this modification, a hook-and-loop fastener 21 is used as the engaging member 21. Note that the other configurations of this modification are substantially the same as those of the second embodiment described above.

In this modification, one side of the hook-and-loop fastener 21 is provided on the distal end side of the first extending portion 6 . Further, the other side of the hook-and-loop fastener 21 is provided on the distal end side of the second extending portion 7 .

The first extension part 6 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the right calf CR, and the second extension part 7 is wrapped around the outer circumference of the left calf CL. The hook-and-loop fastener 21 is fixed by engaging one side with the other. Thereby, the right calf CR and left calf CL are in a stable state on the main body portion 5.

An engaging member 28 is provided at the center of the front edge of the main body portion 5 (seat portion 3). In this modification, a hook-and-loop fastener 21 is used as the engaging member 21. The main body part 5 is wrapped around the outer periphery of the pillow part 2 and engaged with a hook-and-loop fastener 21 so that the main body part 5 does not unravel. That is, the sheet portion 3 (main body portion 5) is configured to be able to be wound into a roll toward the pillow portion 2 side.

In this way, by winding up the main body portion 5 into a roll shape and engaging it with the hook-and-loop fastener 21, the air stretch exercise device 1 becomes compact and easy to carry. In addition, the storage space will also be smaller. Moreover, by releasing the engagement of the hook-and-loop fastener 21, the main body portion 5 can be released from the pillow portion 2, and the air stretch exercise device 1 can be easily laid down on the floor F or the like.

According to the air stretch exercise device 1 of the present invention, the seat section 3 is provided with an air bag 4 that can be used to perform treatments on various parts, and the device is used while lying on the seat section 3 (main body section 5). In addition to a stretching exercise in which the treatment areas such as the back K and buttocks D of person U are stretched and loosened by the expansion and contraction of the airbag 4, the person U is seated on the main body 5 with the upper body B raised and the legs L It is also possible to perform a pressure massage operation in which the treated areas such as the thighs T and calves C are massaged and loosened by inflation and contraction of the airbags 4 (first airbag 10 to sixth airbag 22).

Furthermore, since the air stretch exercise device 1 of the present invention can roll up the seat portion 3 (main body portion 5) into a roll, it can be stored smoothly and compactly. With this configuration, the user U can easily lay down or store it on the floor F or the like. In other words, the air stretch exercise device 1 of the present invention is not limited to the installation location.

It should be noted that the embodiments disclosed herein are illustrative in all respects and should not be considered restrictive.

In particular, in the embodiments disclosed herein, matters not explicitly stated, such as operating conditions, operating conditions, dimensions and weights of components, etc., do not deviate from the scope of those skilled in the art and are within the ordinary skill of those skilled in the art. We have adopted matters that can be easily assumed by a business operator. For example, the arrangement, shape, and other configurations of the first extending portion 6 and the second extending portion 7 can be changed as appropriate in consideration of the treatment range. Similarly, the arrangement, shape, and other configurations of the third extending portion 8 and the second extending portion 9 can be changed as appropriate in consideration of the treatment range. Further, the arrangement and shape of the first airbag 10 to the sixth airbag 22 (airbag 4), the rhythm of inflation and deflation, the order of inflation, etc. can be changed as appropriate in consideration of the treatment range. As for the airbag 4, it is also possible to use a single piece that fits inside the main body part 5. Further, the airbag 4 may be provided so as to be placed on the upper surface of the main body 5 without an upper cloth. The belt member 25 may be sewn and fixed to the main body 5, or may be a separate member detachable from the main body 5 as described above.

1 Air stretch exercise device 2 Pillow part 3 Seat part 4 Airbag 4a Rear airbag 4b Front airbag 5 Main body part 6 First extension part 7 Second extension part 8 Third extension part 9 Fourth extension part 10 First airbag 11 Second airbag 14 Third airbag 15 Fourth airbag 20 Fifth airbag 21 Engagement member 22 Sixth airbag 23 Engagement member 24 Engagement member 25 Belt member 26 Belt fastening member 27 Belt hole 28 Engagement member U User H Head B Upper body K Back D Buttocks L Legs (lower limbs)
T Thigh TR Right thigh TL Left thigh C Calf CR Right calf CL Left calf

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a pillow part on which the user's head can be placed; a flexible seat part connected to the front side of the pillow part; and a flexible seat part arranged on the seat part and pressed against the user's treatment part. An air stretch exercise device comprising: a first airbag that performs
The seat section includes a main body section having a width that allows the user's treatment section to be placed thereon, a first extending section disposed on the right outer side in the width direction from the main body section, and a first extending section disposed on the right outer side in the width direction from the main body section. An air stretch exercise device comprising: a second extension portion disposed on the left outer side in the direction. The first extending portion is flexible and has a band shape, and is configured to be able to be wrapped around the right thigh of the user,
The air stretch exercise device according to claim 1, wherein the second extending portion is flexible and has a band shape, and is configured to be able to be wrapped around the left thigh of the user. . The air stretch according to claim 2, wherein the first extension part and the second extension part are provided with a second air bag that is inflated by air supplied from the drive part. Exercise equipment. The seat portion includes a third extending portion disposed on the right side of the main body portion, and a fourth extending portion disposed on the left side and paired with the third extending portion. The air stretch exercise device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that it has the following. The third extending portion is flexible and has a band shape, and is configured to be able to be wrapped around the user's right calf,
The air stretch exercise device according to claim 4, wherein the fourth extending portion is flexible and has a band shape, and is configured to be able to be wrapped around the left calf of the user. The first extending portion and the second extending portion are provided in the seat portion on the pillow portion side,
The air stretch exercise device according to claim 5, wherein the third extending portion and the fourth extending portion are provided on the seat portion on the front side, which is the opposite side of the pillow portion. The air stretch according to claim 2 or 6, wherein the main body portion is provided with the first airbags, which are inflated by air supplied from the drive portion, at least on the front side and the rear side. Exercise equipment. The right thigh placed on the rear airbag is wrapped around the first extension part, and the left thigh placed on the rear airbag is wrapped around the second extension part. By wrapping it around the installation part,
The air stretch exercise device according to claim 7, wherein the right thigh and the left thigh can be pressed by inflation of the rear airbag. The right calf placed on the front airbag is wrapped around the third extension part, and the left calf placed on the front airbag is wrapped around the fourth extension part. By that,
The air stretch exercise device according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the right calf and the left calf can be pressed by inflation of the front airbag. The main body portion has a width that allows the user to lie down on his/her back,
When the user is lying on his or her back on the main body with the user's head placed on the pillow part, the treatment area provided on the main body is applied to the treatment area from the user's back to the buttocks. The air stretch exercise device according to claim 1, wherein the air stretch exercise device is configured to perform a stretching exercise by inflating the first air bag. The air stretch exercise device according to claim 7, wherein the front airbag and the rear airbag are controlled to repeatedly inflate and deflate independently or in cooperation with each other. The first extension part and the second extension part are made of a belt member and are provided on the back side of the main body part,
The air stretch exercise device according to claim 1 or 8, wherein the belt member has flexibility and is configured to be able to be wrapped around the treatment area of the user. The belt member is characterized in that the first extending portion and the second extending portion are provided so as to protrude from the left and right sides of the main body portion, and are removable from the main body portion. 13. The air stretch exercise device according to item 12. The air stretch exercise device according to claim 13, wherein a belt hole through which the belt member can pass in the left-right direction is provided on the back surface of the main body. The air stretch exercise device according to claim 14, wherein a plurality of belt holes are formed in the main body along the front-rear direction. The air stretch exercise device according to claim 1, wherein the sheet portion is configured to be able to be wound into a roll toward the pillow portion.

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