JPS6399877A - Self-training apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Technical Field] The present invention relates to an autonomic training device for learning an autonomic training method, which is one of psychological and physiological treatment methods for stress relief.

[Background technology]

The environment surrounding us is the progress of an aging society, cutting-edge technological innovation, and 0Af1! Due to the advancement of the information society, the environment is rapidly changing into an increasingly complex environment. Such changes in the social environment are causing so-called stress diseases in modern people due to increased mental stress. Therefore, in order to prevent stress from developing into psychosomatic disorders or neurosis, autonomic training methods are used to remove muscle tension, mental tension, and irritability.

This autonomic training method uses autosuggestion to create a suggestive state and removes muscle tension. As a result,
Physiological changes are induced. These physiological changes include an increase in peripheral blood flow, an accompanying increase in peripheral skin temperature (especially the skin temperature of hands and fingers), and an increase in skin resistance. Devices that detect these physiological parameters and notify the user have been considered for some time and have been used in autonomic training methods, but there has been no device that can be easily used.

[Purpose of the invention]

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide an autonomous training device that can be made small and suitable for carrying.

[Disclosure of the invention]

In order to achieve the above-mentioned objects, the present invention includes a sensor for detecting information from a human body, a notification means, and a system comprising: a sensor for detecting information from a human body; The autonomous training device includes a signal processing means for causing the notification means to output a stimulus having a shorter period than in a relaxed state, and the signal processing means is provided with a means for adjusting the length of the period of the stimulation. This is the summary.

The present invention will be explained in detail below.

FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 show one embodiment of the autonomous training device according to the present invention. As shown in the figure, this autonomous training device includes a thin card-shaped main body 1, a sensor 2, and an earphone (notification means) 3. The sensor 2 is for detecting biological information, and here, it is designed to detect the skin resistance value of the fingertip. This sensor 2 is the third
As shown in the figure and FIG. 4, the finger rest 4 is provided with C-shaped curved portions 4a and 4b provided in parallel, and an electrode 5 is provided on the inner circumferential surface of each curved portion 4a and 4b. is provided. The finger rest 4 is made of a stretchable material such as rubber or urethane, and two fingers 6 are inserted into each curved portion 4a, 4b. Any finger may be used, but the middle finger and index finger (or ring finger) of the right or left hand are usually used because they are easy to wear. When the pads of the fingers 6 are brought into contact with the electrodes 5, the two fingers 6
．． 6 resistance can be detected. This resistance has a higher value in a relaxed state than in a stressed state. A lead wire 7 is connected to the electrode 5, and a connector 8 is provided at the tip of the lead wire 7. The sensor 2 is connected to the main body 1 by a connector 8. The main body 1 includes a signal processing means that receives a signal sent from the sensor 2 and causes the notification means 3 to output sounds of different cycles depending on the detected value obtained by the sensor 2.

Here, the signal processing means A includes a detection circuit 91, an oscillation frequency variable circuit 109, an oscillation circuit 11, and an adjustment circuit 12. Then, the detection circuit 9 detects the signal sent from the sensor 2, and the adjustment means 12 adjusts this detected value,
The variable oscillation frequency circuit 10 and the oscillation circuit 11 are configured to send a signal to the notification means 3, which is shorter when the detected value indicates a stress state than when it indicates a relaxed state, and has a different period depending on the detected value. There is. Changes in skin resistance can be detected, for example, by converting resistance value changes into voltage changes, which are converted by signal processing means (output circuit) A into an output waveform according to the detected value. The adjustment means 12 includes an adjustment dial 15, and can be adjusted by rotating the adjustment dial 15. A lead wire 13 is connected to the notification means 3, and the lead wire 1
A connector 14 is provided at the tip of 3. The notification means 3 is connected to the main body 1 by a connector 14. The notification means 3 receives a signal from the oscillation circuit 11, and according to the detected value, produces a sound with a shorter period when the detected value indicates a stress state than when the detected value indicates a relaxed state.

This autonomic training device is used, for example, in the autonomic training method as follows. First, as shown in FIG. 5, the main body 1 is worn on the chest by putting it in a jacket pocket, the sensor 2 is attached to a finger, and the notification means 3 is attached to an ear. The main body 1 may be designed to be kept in a pants pocket or a bag, and the place and method of mounting are not particularly limited. When worn in this way, the sensor 2 detects the skin resistance of the human body. Since this detected value differs depending on the person and even the same person depending on the situation, it is adjusted to an appropriate value using the adjustment dial 15. A signal with a period corresponding to the adjusted detection value is output from the main body 1 to the notification means 3, and the notification means 3 outputs a sound with a period corresponding to the output value to notify the user of the state of physiological change. do.

Users learn their own stress (tension) or relaxation (relaxation) state from the sound cycle, and practice tension relaxation through self-suggestion based on autonomic training methods, thereby achieving a better physiological state. do.

For example, suppose that the waveform shown in FIG. 6 [a constant fundamental period to and a period corresponding to a physiological state (hereinafter referred to as "menstrual cycle") t13 sound] is initially reported. , the menstrual cycle is set as t2 to be shorter than t, as shown in FIG. 7, using the adjustment dial. Then, by performing autonomic training, the sound of the waveform shown in Figure 6 (sound of a long menstrual cycle) indicating a relaxed state, and the waveform of the sound shown in Figure 8 indicating an even more relaxed state. This allows the sound (the sound of a longer menstrual cycle t) to be heard. As mentioned above, the stronger the relaxed state, the longer the physiological cycle of the sound, making it easier to determine changes in the physiological state.

In the above example, the change in the notification sound was as simple as a change in the menstrual cycle, but as in the case of changing from the waveform in Figure 6 to the waveform in Figure 9, the change in the basic cycle from to to to
At the same time as L, the menstrual cycle becomes 1. to t4, and both the fundamental cycle and the menstrual cycle may change. Furthermore, the waveform of the human voice and natural sounds (such as the sounds of insects and chirping birds) shown in Figure 10 changes to the sound waveform shown in Figures 11 and 12. It may be possible to do so. In this case, when the notification sound changes from the waveform shown in FIG. 6 to the waveform shown in FIG. 9, both the basic period and the menstrual period are made to become shorter as the stress condition becomes stronger. Then, the more the stress state is alleviated and the relaxed state becomes stronger, the longer the basic cycle of the notification sound and the menstrual cycle become. Also, when the notification sound changes from the waveform in Figure 10 to the waveform in Figure 11 or the waveform in Figure 12, the stronger the stress state, the more the sound of the waveform shown in Figure 11 changes. Make the cycle shorter. Then, if necessary, the signal processing means is provided with means for raising the pitch in inverse proportion to the length of the sound cycle, so that the stronger the stress state, the higher the frequency pattern as shown in Figure 11. do it like this. In this way, as the stress state is alleviated and the relaxed state becomes stronger, the period of the notification sound becomes longer and the pitch becomes lower.

Since the autonomous training device according to the present invention is configured as described above, it can be made small and suitable for portability. An autonomous training device that is small and portable can be easily used anytime and anywhere, making it easier to learn autonomous training methods that were previously difficult to master because you were unable to set aside time for training every day. You will be able to acquire it. In addition, it can be used without any discomfort in the same way as card-type radios, cassette tape recorders, etc., and is even more useful for stress relief, prevention of neurosis, psychosomatic disorders, etc.

In the autonomous training device, instead of the sensor 2, the first
The sensor 16 shown in FIGS. 3 and 14 or the sensor 17 shown in FIG. 15 may be used. The sensor 16 includes a finger rest 19 in which cylindrical parts 18a and 18b are provided in parallel, and each cylindrical part 18a,
An electrode 5 is provided on the inner peripheral surface of 18b. A lead wire 7 is connected to the electrode 5. Cylindrical portions 18a and 18
b is made of stretchable fiber fabric, etc., and each finger 6
is now inserted. The sensor 17 includes a finger rest 21 having two sets of a short tape section 20a and a long tape section 20b, and hook and loop fastener portions 22 are provided at the ends of the tape sections 20a and 20b. An electrode 5 is provided on the tape portion 20a, and a lead wire 7 is connected to the electrode 5.
is connected. To attach the sensor 17, attach the tape section 2 to your finger.
Wrap 0a and 2Qb and attach a portion of the hook-and-loop fastener 22.
This is done by matching 22.

Although the above embodiment uses a sensor that detects the skin resistance between two fingers, the sensor is not limited to this, such as the sensor shown in FIGS. 16 and 17. , a sensor may be used that detects the skin resistance between the ear and the finger.
This sensor is capable of detecting changes in skin resistance between the finger and the finger, and is divided into two parts: an ear attachment part 23 and a finger attachment part 24. The ear attachment part 23 is shaped like a clothespin, and is configured such that an earlobe 26 can be held between the ends of two clamping pieces 25. An electrode 5 is provided on the inner surface of one of the pinch pieces 25, and a beam cord vA33 is connected to this electrode 5.

When the earlobe 26 is held between the ear attachment portions 23, the electrodes 5 are preferably applied to the outer surface of the earlobe 26.The finger attachment portion 24 is provided with a C-shaped finger rest 27; An electrode 5 is provided on the inner peripheral surface.
A lead wire 7 is connected to. The finger rest 27 is made of a stretchable material, into which a finger is inserted. With this sensor, you don't have to worry about inserting two fingers. In FIG. 16, 3' is a notification means consisting of an earphone.

A sensor 28 for detecting skin temperature as shown in FIG. 18 or a sensor 32 for detecting fingertip pulse as shown in FIG. 19 may be used. In the sensor 28, a thermistor 30 is fixed to a holding plate 29, and hook-and-loop fasteners (sheet tape) 31a and 31b are provided on both sides of the holding plate 29. The sensor 28 is attached by wrapping the hook-and-loop fasteners 31a and 31b around the finger so that the thermistor 30 touches the pad of the finger, and bringing both ends together.The more relaxed the person is, the higher the skin temperature becomes.

Changes in skin temperature can be detected, for example, by converting changes in the resistance value of a thermistor into changes in voltage, and depending on the detected value, the signal processing means (output circuit) outputs the signals shown in FIGS. 6 to 12. Convert it to an output waveform that produces a sound waveform that looks like that. The sensor 32 includes a C-shaped finger rest 34, and a light emitting diode (LED) 35 and a light receiving element 36 are provided on the inner peripheral surface of the finger rest 34. A lead wire 7 is connected to the light emitting diode 35 and the light receiving element 36. The finger rest 34 is made of a stretchable material, and a finger is inserted into the finger rest 34. This sensor 32 is a light emitting diode 3
This method uses a light-receiving element to detect changes in the reflectance of light emitted from the sensor 5 due to blood flow, and can be detected as a pulse waveform. The amplitude of the fingertip pulse increases as the relaxed state increases. Changes in the fingertip pulse can be detected, for example, in place of voltage changes, and depending on the detected value, the signal processing means (output circuit) produces sounds with waveforms as shown in FIGS. 6 to 12. is converted to the output waveform obtained.

The signal processing means may include a transmitter and a receiver, and may be configured to be able to wirelessly transmit signals between the two. FIGS. 20 and 21 show a block diagram and a perspective view of the sensor section of an autonomous training device equipped with such a signal processing means.

As shown in the figure, this autonomous training device includes a sensor section 41,
A main body 37 and a notification means are respectively provided. In the sensor section 41, a mounting piece 40 is fixed to the lower end of the sensor 39. The sensor 39 is a sensor for detecting fingertip pulse, and includes a C-shaped finger rest 42, and a light emitting diode (LED) 43 and a light receiving element 44 are provided on the inner peripheral surface. The finger rest 42 is made of a stretchable material, into which a finger is inserted. A detection circuit 45 and a transmitter (transmission circuit) 46 are built into the mounting piece 40, and the transmitter 46 has a modulation circuit 47 and an oscillation circuit 48. The main body 37 includes a receiver 49. ! II
Adjustment circuit 502 oscillation frequency variable circuit 51 and oscillation circuit 5
2, and the receiver 49 has a demodulation circuit 53. Detection circuit 45, transmitter 46. Receiver 49. The adjustment circuit 501, the oscillation frequency variable circuit 51, and the oscillation circuit 52 are
It constitutes a signal processing means.

In this autonomous training device, a detection circuit 45 detects a signal sent from a sensor 39, modulates this signal in a modulation circuit 47, and then sends the signal wirelessly to the main body 37 from an oscillation circuit 48. ing. Then, this signal is demodulated by the demodulation circuit 53, and the oscillation frequency variable circuit 51 and the oscillation circuit 52 send a signal to the notification means 38 with a shorter period when the detected value of the sensor indicates a stress state than when it indicates a relaxed state. It is set to be sent. Adjustment circuit 50
The detection value obtained by the demodulation circuit 53 can be adjusted.

This autonomous training device is easy to use because the sensor section and the main body are not connected by a lead wire, so the lead wire is less likely to get in the way.

In the autonomous training device shown in FIG. 20, the sensor section 5 shown in FIG. 22 is replaced with the sensor section 41.
4, or the sensor section 55 may be used. The sensor section 54 has a mounting piece 5 attached to the lower end of the sensor 56.
7 is fixed. The sensor 56 is a sensor for detecting skin temperature, and a thermistor 59 is provided on the inner peripheral surface of a finger rest 58 that is curved into a C shape. A detection circuit and a transmitter (transmission circuit) are built into the mounting piece 57. In the sensor section 55, a mounting piece 61 is fixed to the lower end of the sensor 60. The sensor 60 is a sensor that detects skin resistance between two fingers, and includes a finger rest 62 in which curved portions 62a and 62b formed in a C shape are provided in parallel. The electrode 5 is provided on the inner peripheral surface, and the finger rest 62 is made of a stretchable material.
A finger is inserted into each curved portion 62a, 62b.

In addition, in the above embodiment, if a power source is required, such as an autonomous training device equipped with a sensor that detects skin temperature or a sensor that detects fingertip pulse, it is necessary to prevent current consumption when not in use. It is recommended that the adjustment dial has a power switch function.0 When using the main unit in a chest pocket of a jacket, etc., set the scent as shown in Figure 1 so that the scent can be enjoyed from the chest. It is preferable that the plate 63 that emits the light be provided in a replaceable manner. A mounting portion 64 is provided on the front surface of the main body 1 and includes a hook-shaped convex strip in a substantially U-shape.
3 is inserted into this mounting portion 64. The plate 63 is a sheet made of cellulose fiber, a sheet of polyethylene, or the like impregnated with an aromatic agent.

As for the type of aromatic agent, it is preferable to use one that has a calming effect, and it is preferable to use an extractant from trees such as a terpene compound collectively known as phytoncide. It is preferable to have a plurality of types of plates that emit such scents in an enclosure bag, and to assist the patient in transitioning to a relaxed state by taking them out of the enclosure bag and attaching them to the main body according to preference. After using the plate, remove it from the main body and replace it with a new plate.

In the above embodiment, the notification means emits sound, but it may also emit other stimuli such as vibration or light.

〔Effect of the invention〕

The autonomous training device according to the present invention includes a sensor for detecting information from a human body, a notification means, and when a detected value obtained by the sensor upon receiving a signal from the sensor indicates a stress state of the human body, compared to a relaxed state. The apparatus is equipped with a signal processing means for causing the notification means to output short-cycle stimulation, and the signal processing means is provided with means for adjusting the length of the stimulation cycle, so that the device is small and suitable for carrying. can do.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of one embodiment of the autonomous training device according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a block circuit diagram of the same embodiment, FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a sensor of the same embodiment, and FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the same sensor. FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram of the installed state of the embodiment, FIGS. 6 to 12 are graphs showing examples of sound waveforms emitted from the notification means of the embodiment, and FIG. FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a sensor of another embodiment of the autonomous training device according to the invention, FIG. 14 is a longitudinal sectional view of the same sensor, FIG. 15 is a perspective view of a sensor of another embodiment of the autonomous training device, and FIG. FIG. 17 is a perspective view of a sensor of another embodiment of the autonomous training device, FIG. 17 is an explanatory diagram of a state in which the sensor is installed, and FIGS. 18 and 19 are perspective views of a sensor of another embodiment of the autonomous training device, respectively. , FIG. 20 is a block circuit diagram of another embodiment of the autonomous training device, FIG. 21 is a perspective view of the sensor section of the same embodiment, and FIGS. 22 and 23 are respectively different embodiments of the autonomous training device. FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an example sensor unit. 2.16, 17.2B, 32, 39, 56.60...
Sensor 23... Ear attachment part of the sensor 24... Finger attachment part of the sensor 3.3'... Notification means 9.45...
・Detection circuit 10.51...Oscillation frequency variable circuit 11
．． 52...Oscillation circuit 12.50...Adjustment circuit A・
...Signal processing means agent Patent attorney Takeshi Matsumoto Kinyo 5 Figure 6 @ Figure 7 T. Figure 8T. Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Car 12 Figure 13 Figure 142 Figure 15 Figure 18 Figure 19

Claims (5)

[Claims] (1) A sensor that detects information from the human body, a notification means,
a signal processing means for causing the notification means to output a stimulus with a shorter period than in a relaxed state when a detected value obtained by the sensor in response to a signal from the sensor indicates a stress state of the human body; The autonomic training device is provided with means for adjusting the length of the stimulation cycle. (2) The autonomous training device according to claim 1, wherein the stimulus is a sound, and the signal processing means includes means for raising the pitch in inverse proportion to the length of the period of the sound. (3) The autonomous training device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the signal processing means includes a transmitter and a receiver, and a signal can be sent wirelessly between the two. (4) The autonomous training device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the sensor is divided into an ear attachment part and a finger attachment part. (5) The autonomous training device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the scent emitting plate is replaceably provided.