JPH0315470B2 - - Google Patents

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Field of Industrial Application] The present invention relates primarily to a magnetic ring used for alleviating or treating symptoms such as stiff shoulders, shoulder pain, and lower back pain.

[Prior Art] Magnetic therapy devices that use magnetic lines of force generated by a magnetic member as a treatment means include, for example, magnetic rings, netscles made of magnetic materials connected in a chain, arm bands with embedded magnets, belly bands, pillows, etc. Sandals or adhesive pads with magnetic pieces attached are already known.

The principle of this type of magnetic therapy device is that magnetic lines of force generated from a magnetic member cause electromagnetic induction phenomena in tissues within the body, changing the distribution of ions and charged substances, thereby improving blood circulation and nerves. It is a substance that promotes the function of human body organs by producing some kind of effect on the human body and restores its functions, and is medically recognized to be effective in alleviating stiff shoulders, pain, etc. (1965 (Notification from the Director-General of the Pharmaceutical Affairs Bureau, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Pharmaceutical Affairs No. 763).

In Oriental medicine, there are acupuncture points (commonly referred to as ``acupoints'') and circulation paths called ``meridians'' that connect them on the surface tissues of the body and limbs, and energy called ``qi'' is carried there. It is thought to be flowing. Meridian acupuncture therapy has been practiced for a long time to treat stiff shoulders and other symptoms by adjusting ``qi'' by inserting needles or applying moxibustion to these acupuncture points and meridians, and has been shown to be very effective. One of the important ideas in the treatment method of Oriental medicine is that the flow of ``Qi'' through the meridians is the dorsal side of the body and limbs (this area is called ``Yang'' in Oriental medicine) and the ventral side (this area is called ``Yang'' in Oriental medicine). There is a theory that the direction of the yin meridian is exactly the opposite, and that the yang meridian is descending and the yin meridian is ascending. Clinical experiments have confirmed that the therapeutic effect is high in many cases when the north pole face of the magnet approaches the upstream side and the south pole face approaches the downstream side along the flow of air ( “Introductory course on acupuncture for doctors” by Yoshio Naka (August 1980)
Ido no Nipponsha (P. 346-350). If acupuncture points and meridians are considered as a type of nervous tissue, it can be thought that the magnetic flux generated from the magnet acts on the nerves, resulting in the therapeutic effects described above.

However, the commonly used adhesive magnetic therapy device cannot simultaneously apply a large magnetic field to the acupuncture points or meridians of both the Yin and Yang meridians.

In addition, magnetic rings are simply formed by forming iron or other metal into a ring shape and simply imparting magnetism to it, so it is possible to match the direction of the flow of the meridians of Yin and Yang with the direction of the magnetic lines of force generated from the ring. I couldn't do it.

[Problems to be Solved by the Invention] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned problems of the conventional magnetic therapy device. In particular, with only one magnetic ring, large magnetic fields can be applied to both Yin and Yang meridians at the same time. To provide a therapeutic magnetic ring that can apply a large amount of magnetic field and that can always align the direction of each meridian with the direction of the magnetic field lines to accurately achieve the therapeutic purpose. That is.

[Means for Solving the Problems] The present inventor has completed the present invention as a result of various research into means for facilitating the meridian magnetic treatment method using a magnetic ring and for accurately achieving the therapeutic purpose. It is ivy. That is, the magnetic ring of the present invention consists of a set of two semicircular magnetic members with one surface magnetized as an N pole and the other surface as an S pole, and the N pole surface of one member and , S of the other member
Both magnetic members are combined into an annular shape so that the pole faces face in the same direction.

When the magnetic ring configured in this way is worn on the wrist or ankle as a hand holder or foot holder, it is possible to simultaneously apply strong magnetic flux to both the Yin and Yang meridians, and at the same time, the magnetic ring on one side When the direction of the magnetic lines of force of a member is made to match the direction of one of the meridians of Yin and Yang, the direction of the lines of magnetic force of the other magnetic member will also automatically match the direction of the other meridian.

[Example] Hereinafter, the configuration and usage mode of the present invention will be explained based on the example shown in the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a therapeutic magnetic ring according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a side view, and FIG. 3 is a plan view showing one state of use. As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the therapeutic magnetic ring 1 of the present invention is formed from a pair of semicircular magnetic members 2 and 3. One surface of the semicircular magnetic members 2, 3, that is, one surface perpendicular to the axial plane, is magnetized as a north pole, and the opposite surface is magnetized as a south pole. One semicircular magnetic member 2 configured in this way
The ends of both members 2 and 3 are brought into contact with each other so that the N-pole surface of the semicircular magnetic member 3 and the S-pole surface of the other semicircular magnetic member 3 face in the same direction and are combined into a ring. In this way, as shown in FIG. 2, two types of magnetic fields are formed centered around the magnetic members 2 and 3, and the therapeutic magnetic ring 1 of the present invention is formed in which the directions of the lines of magnetic force are opposite to each other.

The magnetic ring 1 of the present invention can be easily manufactured as follows. That is, as shown in Fig. 4A, a magnetic material such as ferrite or rare earth cobalt is integrally molded into a cylindrical shape, and one end of the magnetic material is formed into a cylindrical shape.
Magnetize the other end to S pole. Next, the cylindrical body 4 is sliced to a desired thickness to form an annular magnetic body 5 as shown in FIG. The semicircular magnetic members 2 and 3 used are obtained. As is well known, magnets have the property that like poles repel each other and opposite poles attract each other. Therefore, one of the semicircular members 2 and 3 formed by dividing the annular magnetic body 5 into two is turned over and the two are separated. By combining them into a ring, the therapeutic magnetic ring 1 of the present invention can be easily obtained.

In addition, when the magnetic ring 1 of the present invention is worn on the human body, exposing the metal surface as it is is not comfortable to wear and is not desirable for safety, so it is preferable to use a flexible material such as cloth, leather, or vinyl leather. It is possible to cover the semicircular magnetic members 2 and 3 with the magnetic material 6. Furthermore, as in this embodiment, a string 7 is attached to one end of the magnetic members 2 and 3 to connect them.
Preferably, the structure is such that both members 2 and 3 are prevented from dissipating.

The therapeutic magnetic ring 1 of the present invention constructed as described above is used by being worn, for example, on the wrist, ankle, or knee, or in the vicinity thereof, like a hand holder or foot holder, as shown in FIG. That is, the ring 1 is divided into two, each magnetic member 2 and 3 is brought into contact with or close to the acupuncture point or meridian of the joint, and then both ends of each magnetic member are used to utilize their own magnetic force. and join it in a ring. that time,
One of the magnetic members 3 is brought into contact with the positive meridian so that the direction of the magnetic lines of force and the flow direction of the positive meridian are aligned. In this way, the other magnetic member 2 approaches or comes into contact with the Yin meridian, and the direction of the magnetic lines of force and the flow direction of the Yin meridian automatically match.
Therefore, a strong magnetic field of equal magnitude and in the necessary direction can be applied to both Yin and Yang meridians, and as a result, changes occur in blood flow, autonomic nerves, etc., and more favorable therapeutic effects can be obtained. Next, examples of the present invention and examples of clinical experiments thereof will be given.

Example 1 Outer diameter 10cm, inner diameter 6.5cm, wall thickness 1.8cm, weight 300g
After forming an annular ferrite magnet (annular magnetic body 5) with a surface magnetic flux density of 500 Gauss as shown in Fig. 4B,
This annular magnetic material was cut at the center to create a magnetic ring as shown in FIG. For safety, each semicircular magnetic member was covered with gauze and a bandage and connected with a string.

Experimental Example 1 Two sets of the rings of Example 1 were used by fitting them into the wrist joint contralateral to the ankle joint of a test subject with symptoms of "low back pain." The results of the treatment, which was administered to 31 subjects for a total of 58 times for 10 minutes each, were: Effective cases where the pain disappeared 39 times (67%) Somewhat effective cases where the pain became lighter 16 times (28%) Ineffective cases 3 times ( 5%).

Experimental Example 2 Two sets of the rings of Example 1 were fitted on the ankle and wrist joints on the same side as the affected area of a test subject complaining of "stiff shoulders." The results of the treatment, which was administered to 54 subjects for a total of 84 times for 10 minutes each, were that it was effective when the muscle tension in the upper part of the scapulae was reduced, and moderately effective when it was slightly reduced. 44 cases (52%) Somewhat effective The results were effective 24 times (28%) and ineffective 16 times (20%).

Example 2 Outer diameter 21.5cm, inner diameter 11cm, wall thickness 2.5cm, weight 3500g,
An annular ferrite magnet (annular magnetic material 5) having a surface magnetic flux density of 750 Gauss was cut at the center and inverted to create a magnetic ring of the present invention.

Experimental Example 3 The ring of Example 2 was used locally on the knee of a subject who had "knee disease" due to trauma, deformity, polyarthritis rheumatoid arthritis, gout, etc. 52 cases (used for 10 minutes)
The treatment results were as follows: Excellent response with complete disappearance of swelling in 1 case (2%) Effective response with reduced swelling in 7 cases (13%) Moderate response with slight reduction in swelling 27 cases (52%) Ineffective There were 17 cases (33%).

In addition, no side effects were observed in all cases.
Incidentally, the magnetic ring of the above embodiment is formed to have a relatively small ring diameter in order to be worn on the extremities, but when it is worn on the neck or torso, the ring diameter is made larger. It is something.

[Effects of the Invention] As is clear from the detailed description above, the therapeutic magnetic ring of the present invention strengthens blood flow by bringing it into contact with or in close proximity to meridians and other areas of the human body, thereby preventing the recovery of the functions of the human body's organs. , has the effect of reducing or treating pain. In particular, in the present invention, a single ring can simultaneously apply a large amount of magnetic field to both the yin and yang meridians, and moreover, the direction of flow in each meridian and the direction of the magnetic lines of force generated from the ring can be matched for treatment. The effect can be increased.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a therapeutic magnetic ring according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a side view, FIG. 3 is a plan view showing an example of the usage state of the ring of the present invention, and FIGS. 4A and 4B.
The figure is an explanatory view showing an example of the method for manufacturing the ring of the present invention. DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1... Medical magnetic ring, 2, 3... Semicircular magnetic member, 4... Cylindrical body, 5... Annular magnetic body, 6...
...Flexible material, 7... String.

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1 Consists of a pair of semicircular magnetic members with one surface magnetized as N pole and the other surface as S pole.
A magnetic ring for treatment, characterized in that both magnetic members are combined in an annular shape so that the pole face and the S pole face of the other member face the same direction.