KR101761219B1

KR101761219B1 - Acupressure apparatus

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Publication number: KR101761219B1
Application number: KR1020160026841A
Authority: KR
Inventors: 박길환; 박규성; 박규민
Original assignee: 박길환; 박규성; 박규민
Priority date: 2016-03-07
Filing date: 2016-03-07
Publication date: 2017-07-25
Also published as: WO2017155242A1

Abstract

The present invention relates to acupressure apparatus, comprising: a tub having a sidewall member and a bottom wall member and configured to receive a foot for acupressure treatment; an acupressure station disposed in the tub and having a plurality of upward projections and a plurality of spray holes on an upper surface thereof; And a water supply pipe connected to the bottom wall member of the tub to supply water. The water is directed through the spray hole formed on the upper surface of the acupressure station so as to provide the acupressure point at the pressure point of the foot.
Unlike the prior art of the present invention, the spray hole formed on the upper surface of the acupressure station is directed to the pressure point of the foot so that the compressed water delivered through the spray hole provides an acupressure stimulus at the pressure point of the foot.

Description

{ACUPRESSURE APPARATUS}

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention [0001] The present invention relates to an acupressure apparatus, and more particularly, to an acupressure apparatus, and more particularly to an acupressure apparatus, And to an acupressure apparatus which is effective for relieving and stabilizing the mind and body, promoting blood circulation, relieving pain, alleviating abnormal symptoms, treating diseases, and the like.

Chiropractors are known for their ancient Oriental treatments and cures, which originated in Asia long ago. Acupressure uses the same or similar principles as acupuncture but does not use acupuncture for treatment. Typically, acupressure utilizes a technique that compresses the pressure points of the human body such as hands, feet, and face.

According to oriental medicine principles, the human hands and feet include corresponding points or corresponding areas that connect to all major organs of the human body, and conventional oriental acupressure (reflexology) This is based on the knowledge that applying pressure to these compression points for a certain duration helps to circulate the tiles and blood in the human body.

Figure 9 is a foot reflexology chart showing foot pressure points or areas of acupressure, with associated physical organs and / or symptoms treated or alleviated by applying physical pressure to the foot pressure points.

Based on reflexology, chiropractic practitioners usually press the pressure point of the patient's foot using a tool (e.g., a wooden stick) and the end area of the fingertip, particularly the thumb, index finger, and stop. However, this acupressure treatment requires specialized acupressure and reflexology techniques, and acupressure therapists must also be skilled. In addition, in order to achieve the desired purpose through the treatment of acupressure, regular, repetitive, time-consuming work is required.

As an example of such an acupressure apparatus, acupressure mat is known in the art, in which a plurality of upward projections are arranged in a regular pattern, for example, in rows and columns. These acupressure mats are typically placed on the floor in front of the kitchen sink to provide an acupressure stimulus on the feet of the user standing on the mat and doing kitchen work. Other known acupressure devices include sandals or slippers in which a plurality of upward projections are arranged in a regular pattern on the upper sole surface to provide an acupressure effect to the wearer. These acupressure devices can provide a beneficial massage effect to some extent.

Japanese Laid-Open Patent Application No. 10-2015-0048421 (portable type pressure plate) is proposed for the shiatsu apparatus.

In the case of a specific patient, it is not possible to effectively press or stimulate the optimal pressure point of the patient due to the limitation of the pattern itself due to the regularly arranged protrusion pattern not matching or matching the specific pressure point of the foot. There is a difficult problem.

Therefore, there is a need to improve this.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made in order to solve the above-mentioned problems, and it is an object of the present invention to provide an effective acupressure stimulus for a human's foot by injecting compressed water through a plurality of nozzle holes oriented toward the pressure- An object of the present invention is to provide an acupressure device capable of effectively providing treatment and healing effects to the human body such as relief of pain, acceleration, relief of pain and alleviation of abnormal symptoms.

An acupressure device according to the present invention comprises: a tub having a side wall member and a bottom wall member, the tub configured to receive a foot for acupressure treatment; An acupressure station disposed in the tub and having a plurality of upward projections and a plurality of spray holes on an upper surface thereof; And a water supply pipe connected to a bottom wall member of the tub to supply compressed water, wherein the water spray hole formed on the top surface of the acupressure station is provided with a water- To the foot pressure point of the foot.

The acupressure station includes a pair of footsteps for setting an arrangement position of the foot.

The sprinkling hole of the acupressure station may be applied in a number of 20 to 90.

The acupressure station is coupled to a water distribution piping system, the water distribution piping system comprising: at least one large main pipe; And a plurality of small branch pipes in fluid communication with the large main pipe, wherein the branch pipes can be connected to the plurality of spray holes.

The large main pipe includes a central pipe extending outward from the central area; And a circumferential pipe extending along a circumferential region of the central pipe, wherein the pipe is oriented radially inward from the circumferential pipe.

Further comprising a water circulation line connected to the tub in fluid communication therewith; The water circulation line may be configured to suck water contained in the tub by operation of a water pump to transfer water to the reservoir or the water pump for reuse.

Wherein the acupressure station further comprises a plurality of flexible connectors in the same number as the number of the spray holes; The flexible connector may be connected to the branch for sending water to the plurality of spray holes.

The pressure-applying station includes: an upper panel having a plurality of upward projections and a plurality of spray holes on an upper surface thereof; And a lower panel fixedly attached to the lower portion of the upper panel.

The upper panel having a flat bottom surface, the lower panel comprising: a raised flat flange portion; And a planar lower panel part forming a water chamber when fixedly attached to the lower part of the upper panel.

The lower panel including a central hole to which an annular ring member is coupled; The water supply pipe may be connected to the annular ring member to supply water through the inner hole of the annular ring member.

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The upper panel and the lower panel of the acupressure station include a plurality of screw holes for engaging the upper panel and the lower panel by bolts and nuts.

Each of the upper panel and the lower panel may be formed in a circular shape such that a circumferential screw is formed around the circumferential screw and the upper and lower panels are coupled by the circumferential screw.

The upper panel and the lower panel of the acupressure station may be coupled by a bayonet-type connection.

And a watertight seal disposed between the upper panel and the lower panel of the acupressure station.

As described above, the printing apparatus according to the present invention provides an effective acupressure stimulus to the human foot by injecting compressed water through a plurality of nozzle holes oriented toward the pressure point of the foot, unlike the prior art, It can maximize treatment and healing effects such as promotion of circulation, alleviation of pain and alleviation of abnormal symptoms.

1 is a schematic partial cross-sectional view of an acupressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
2 is a partially exploded view of an acupressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
3 is a perspective view illustrating a portion of the acupressure station and a water distribution piping system of an acupressure device according to one embodiment of the present invention.
4 is a schematic partial cross-sectional view of an acupressure device according to another embodiment of the present invention.
5 is a partially exploded view of an acupressure device according to another embodiment of the present invention.
6 is a perspective view illustrating a portion of an upper panel and a lower panel of an acupressure station according to another embodiment of the present invention.
7 is a photograph of an upper surface of an acupressure station in a state before the projection member according to the present invention is attached.
8 is a photograph of an upper surface of an acupressure station in a state where a projection member according to the present invention is attached.
Figure 9 is an associated foot reflexology chart showing the pressure points of the foot along with related body organs and symptoms treated or relieved by general acupressure treatment.

Embodiments of an acupressure device according to the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In this process, the thicknesses of the lines and the sizes of the components shown in the drawings may be exaggerated for clarity and convenience of explanation. In addition, the terms described below are defined in consideration of the functions of the present invention, which may vary depending on the intention or custom of the user, the operator. Therefore, definitions of these terms should be made based on the contents throughout this specification.

FIG. 1 is a schematic partial cross-sectional view of an acupressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a partially exploded view of acupressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention, Lt; / RTI > is a perspective view showing a portion of the acupressure station and the water distribution piping system of the apparatus.

Referring to Figures 1-3, an acupressure device 100 according to one embodiment of the present invention is depicted and described to illustrate the principles of the present invention and the major components of the apparatus. Of course, the acupressure device 100 of the present invention may be manufactured as part of a commercial foot care and / or spa manufacturer and used as appropriate, or may be made for personal health and foot care purposes at home.

Shiatonic device 100 includes a housing 102 of a predetermined appearance configured to mount or receive components and components of the device for acupressure action. The tub 104 is disposed at an appropriate position on the housing 102. [ Preferably, a user seat 190 with a bottom cushion, armrest and backrest is selectively placed on top of the housing 102 to facilitate placement of the foot in the proper position within the tub 104 while the user is seated . Preferably, the tub 104 is disposed in the housing 102 such that the faucet 185 can supply cold or hot water to the tub 104 to wash the user's feet.

The pressure device 100 may optionally include a connection port 187 for hooking the device to a cold or hot water line of a home or facility with a heater (not shown) for heating the water. Of course, the acupressure apparatus 100 may be provided with a heater (not shown) in the housing 102 to provide hot water for acupressure action.

For the acupressure action of the acupressure apparatus 100, the pump 150 and associated tubing components are disposed within the housing 102 for water supply and drainage into and out of the acupressure apparatus 100. Of course, instead of the pump 150, a water supply motor may be provided.

The piping component includes a water supply pipe 152 for supplying compressed water delivered from the pump 150 to the bottom hole 106 of the tub 104. The compressed water supplied to the bottom hole 106 is supplied to the shi Station.

The tub 104 has a water circulation pipe 170 connected to a sidewall located at a predetermined height from the inner surface of the bottom and the water circulation pipe 170 connects the water contained in the tub 104 to the water reservoir The water recirculated to the low water reservoir is then filtered by a filter (not shown), and then, through operation of the pump 150, through the water line 152 to the acupressure station It is sent again and reused.

The water circulation piping 170 is useful for wet operation to operate the shiplicator 100 with the user's foot placed in the water-filled tub 104. Wet operation is recommended to prevent condensate from splashing out of the unit. Of course, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the acupressure apparatus 100 can be operated even in a dry state. That is, the acupressure apparatus 100 can be operated even when the tub 104 is not filled with water.

In the case of dry operation, a suitable lid or curtain can be secured within the tub 104 around the feet to prevent the compressed water from splashing out of the device.

The acupressure apparatus 100 further includes a drain pipe 180 connected to the bottom wall of the tub 104 for discharging the used water through the drain line 182 to the outside of the apparatus after completion of the acupressure procedure.

The shiompeg device 100 includes a control device (not shown) such as a microcomputer or other programmable control device for proper operation, a temperature controller (not shown) for heating and holding the water contained in the bath in a temperature suitable for shade and acupressure (Not shown).

The acupressure station also includes an upper panel 110 coupled by bolts and nuts (not shown) secured through a plurality of threaded holes 119 and an acupressure panel typically configured as a lower or lower panel 120 .

Bolts and nuts are common bolts and nuts, such as standard bolts and nuts, that require screw tightening tools for installation, or special fasteners, such as butterfly bolts and butterfly nuts, that are commonly used to easily unscrew and tighten by hand have.

The upper panel 110 includes a pair of stepped grooves 112 and 114 each having a shape of a left foot and a right foot of a person so that the foot can be easily placed at a proper position on the station, 112 and 114 includes a predetermined number of protrusions 116 and a predetermined number of spray holes 118 formed on the upper surface of the lower panel 120 around the projections.

Each of the protrusions 116 has a hemispherical bar shape whose upper surface is convex for contact with the feet. Of course, the number, height, and shape of the protrusions 116 are not limited.

The spray hole 118 is disposed at a position corresponding to the effective contact pressure point (see Fig. 9) of the foot recognized by reflexology or chiropractor, and is oriented and directed to the position.

The total number of spray holes 118 in the two spray zones is 20 to 90, more preferably 50 to 80.

The water supplied to the acupressure station is compressed by the pump 150 to provide an appropriate acupressure stimulus to the pressure point during use. The pressure of water discharged from the spray hole 118 is between 5 psi and 35 psi and the spray hole 118 is selected to have an optimum pressure within the discharge port. Of course, the pressure of the water to be discharged can be varied and the outlet can be applied in various sizes.

Although the pressure-sensitive station is shown as being formed of two panels (i.e., upper panel 110 and lower panel 120) coupled to each other, alternatively, the pressure- 112, 114) may be formed on the upper surface and the projection 116 and the spray hole 118 are formed in a single structural member (for example, made of a moldable material) formed in the stepped region.

The upper panel 110 and the lower panel 120 may be made of various known structural materials such as stainless steel, plastic material, stone, marble and artificial marble, and may have a thickness and size suitable for the flooring station of the acupressure apparatus 100 Lt; / RTI >

A water distribution piping system 130 is coupled below the acupressure station to provide compressed water through the spout hole 118. Here, the water distribution piping system 130 includes one or more large main pipe members and a small branch pipe member.

The large main pipe member comprises a central pipe 132 extending outwardly from the central region of the apparatus and a peripheral pipe 134 connected to the central pipe 132 and extending in a similar shape along the peripheral region.

The small branch member is then connected to the circumferential pipe 134 in fluid communication and directed radially inwardly from the circumferential pipe to provide a connection to the spray hole 118.

In addition, the water distribution piping system 130 may optionally include the same number of flexible connection pipes for connection with the corresponding spray holes 118.

The central piping 132 of the water distribution piping system 130 is connected to the water supply piping 152 by suitable connection means known in the art.

The central piping 132 also includes a connection port 138 formed at the lower end of the female screw to which the male screw 158 of the connecting member 156 is screwed.

The connecting member 156 further includes a female threaded portion 159 which is provided with a number of water pipes 152 as a passage through which the compressed water is supplied by the operation of the pump 150 to perform the acupressure treatment And is connected to the threaded portion 154 by screwing.

To provide a watertight seal to the piping component, the shiropneumatic device 100 includes a seal ring 162 disposed between the junction of the connecting member 156 and the water supply line 152, a seal ring 162 disposed between the junction of the connection port 138 and the male thread Such as a rubber seal 160 that is disposed to cover the bottom surface 158 of the tub 104 and is inserted into the bottom hole 106 of the tub 104.

FIG. 4 is a schematic partial cross-sectional view of an acupressure device according to another embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 5 is a partially exploded view of an acupressure device according to another embodiment of the present invention, A perspective view showing a part of the upper panel and the lower panel of the station.

4 to 6, acupressure device 200 according to another embodiment of the present invention includes a housing 202 of a predetermined appearance configured to install or accommodate components and components of the device for acupressure treatment.

The tub 204 is disposed at an appropriate position on the housing 202. [ By way of example, a user with a bottom cushion, armrest and backrest is selectively positioned above the housing 202 so that the user can easily position the foot in the proper position within the tub 204 while sitting on the seat 290 .

Subsequent acupressure treatment in a humid environment during which the faucet 285 is immersed in hot water filled with the tub 204 to supply cold water (or hot water) to the tub 204 to wash the user's feet Is done.

The pressure device 200 may optionally include a connection port 287 for hooking the device to a cold or hot water line of a home or facility with a heater (not shown) for heating the water. Of course, the pressure-gauge device 200 may be provided with a heater (not shown) in the housing 202 to provide hot water for acupressure treatment.

For acupressure procedures, pump 250 and associated tubing components are disposed within housing 202 for water supply and drainage into and out of the apparatus.

This tubing component includes a water supply line 252 for supplying the compressed water delivered from the pump 250 to the bottom hole of the tub 204, where the compressed water supplied to the bottom hole is sent to the acupressure station.

The tub 204 has a water circulation pipe 270 connected to a sidewall located at a predetermined height from the inner surface of the bottom and the water circulation pipe 270 connects the water contained in the tub 204 to the bottom of the housing 202 (Not shown), which is then filtered by a filter (not shown) and then returned to the acupressure station via the water line 252 by operation of the pump 250 It is reused.

The water circulation pipe 270 is useful for the wet operation of the pressure device 200 in a state where the user's foot is placed in the water-filled tub 204.

The wet operation is recommended to prevent the compressed water from splashing out of the housing 202.

Of course, the acupressure apparatus 200 can be operated even in a dry state, and can be operated even when the tub 204 is not filled with water. In the case of dry operation, a suitable lid can be secured within the tub 204 around the feet to prevent the compressed water from splashing out of the housing 202.

In addition, the acupressure apparatus 200 further includes a drain pipe 280 connected to the bottom wall of the tub 204 for discharging the used water to the outside of the housing 202 through the drain line 282 after completing the acupressure treatment .

The shiatonic device 200 includes a control device (not shown) such as a microcomputer or other programmable control device for proper operation of the shiistress device, and a controller (not shown) for heating and holding the water contained in the bath to a temperature suitable for shistown and acupressure And may optionally include a temperature controller (not shown).

The acupressure station includes an acupressure panel typically configured as an upper panel 210 and a lower panel 230 coupled by bolts and nuts (not shown) secured through a plurality of threaded holes 219.

The upper panel 210 is formed of a single panel member and includes a pair of stepped grooves 212 and 214 formed on the upper surface of the upper panel 210, And the shape of the left foot and the right foot, respectively. A predetermined number of protrusions 216 and a predetermined number of spray holes 218 are formed around the protrusions on the upper surface of the panel in the area of the recesses 212 and 214 of the upper panel 210.

Each projection 216 has a hemispherical bar shape whose upper surface is convex for comfortable contact of the feet. Of course, the size, height, shape, and number of the protrusions 216 are not limited.

Of course, the upper panel 210 may include a lower panel 230 (not shown) attached to the lower portion of the upper panel 210 in a manner similar to the upper panel 210 having two panel members coupled to each other, i.e. a pair of foot recesses 212, And the lower panel 230 may form the protrusion 216 and the spray hole 218. [

In particular, the spray hole 218 is disposed at a position corresponding to an effective pressure point (see FIG. 9) recognized in reflexology or chiropractic and is directed toward that position.

The total number of spray holes 218 in the two spray zones is preferably 20 to 90, more preferably 50 to 80. As described above, the water supplied to the acupressure station is compressed by the pump 250 to provide an appropriate acupressure stimulus to the pressure point during use. The pressure of the water discharged from the spray hole 218 is preferably 5 psi to 35 psi and the size of the spray hole 218 is selected to have the optimum pressure within the discharge port.

The lower panel 230 includes a raised flat flange portion 232 having a screw hole 219 formed therethrough for connecting the lower panel 230 to the upper panel 210 by using bolts and nuts And an empty chamber space 236 is formed between the two panels 210 and 230 when the two panels 210 and 230 are assembled together. That is, the flat bottom panel portion 234 forms a water collecting chamber. Due to the collecting chamber, a chamber space 236 is formed.

The upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230 may be made from a variety of known materials such as stainless steel, plastic materials, stone, marble and artificial marble, and have suitable thicknesses and sizes as the stitching stations of the apparatus.

The sealing portion 225 is fixedly disposed between the two panels 210 and 230 so that the waterproof coupling is achieved when the upper panel 210 and the lower panel 230 are fixed by fasteners. Here, the sealing part 115 can be variously applied to a waterproof packing, a seal, and an O-ring.

In particular, a central hole 238 through which piping components are connected is formed through the planar bottom panel portion 234.

The annular ring member 265 is closely attached to the center hole 238 of the lower panel 230 with the annular rubber seal 267 fastened therebetween.

The annular ring member 265 includes a central through hole through which water passes and is tightly coupled to the water supply pipe 252 by suitable connection means known in the art.

The annular ring member 265 preferably includes a female thread formed in the inner hole and the associated male thread 258 of the connecting member 256 is threadedly engaged with the female thread of the annular ring 265. The connecting member 256 further includes a female threaded portion 259 and the female threaded portion 259 is provided with a number of water pipes 252 which is a passage through which the compressed water is supplied by the operation of the pump 250 And is connected to the screw portion 254 by screwing.

To provide a watertight seal to the piping component, the shiropneumatic device 200 includes a seal ring 262 disposed between the junction of the connecting member 256 and the water supply line 252, a seal ring 262 disposed between the junction of the annular ring member 265 Such as a rubber seal 260, which is disposed to cover the coupling male thread 258 and is inserted into the bottom hole of the tub 204. [

Of course, the user's foot size may vary. To properly position the foot, the acupressure station can be manufactured to have a variety of foot sizes. For example, the footing grooves 212 and 214 may be manufactured in a variety of standard sizes (small, medium, large, extra large, etc.) or in a specific foot size range (e.g., 130 mm to 140 mm, 140 mm to 150 mm, 150 mm to 160 mm, 160 mm to 170 mm, etc.). In this way, individual users can select an acupressure station of a desired size. Thus, it would be advantageous to be able to easily replace the top panel 210 to match various foot sizes. Accordingly, the shiinking apparatus 200 uses a special fastener (not shown) such as a butterfly bolt and a butterfly nut that can be easily engaged with the screw hole 219 by hand without using a screw fastening / releasing tool .

The reference numerals not described are replaced with those described above.

7 and 8, the upper panel 110 ', 210' of the acupressure device according to the present invention is made of a plastic material or artificial stone (artificial marble, for example) and molded into a single member, 118,218) is formed at the corresponding pressure point of the foot recognized by Chiropractic and is directed toward the corresponding pressure point.

At this time, the positions of the spray holes 118 and 218 are selected with reference to the foot reflexology chart of FIG. 9, but it is possible to add a slightly more effective acupressure position by further reference to other similar foot reflexology charts have.

According to the present embodiment, the upper panel 210 'is coupled to the lower panel 230 by a connection method other than a bolt connection using a screw hole 219 and a nut connection. For example, the top panel 210 'and the bottom panel 230' may each include a male screw and a corresponding female thread around the side, the male screw and the corresponding female screw may be used to screw the two panels together to make a shiatsu station .

In addition, the top panel 210 'and the bottom panel may include bayonet-type connecting means (not shown) that may be used to form a pressure-applying station through rotational engagement about the corresponding side.

Alternative connection methods of this type may be useful because they can be easily connected by hand without the use of special tools such as screwdrivers or wrenches.

Of course, the panels 110 and 210 may not have the stepped grooves 112, 114, 212 and 214. Alternatively, the top panels 110, 210, 210 'may have indicia indicative of a shape of a line, shape or other foot that can be used to easily position the foot in a position suitable for acupressure treatment.

As described above, the acupressure apparatus of the present invention is used in a wet operating condition, that is, the feet are immersed in the hot water filled in the tubs 104 and 204, and the acupressure treatment is performed while circulating water using the water circulation pipes 170 and 270 .

In operation, in order to maximize the acupressure effect, the water temperature for acupressure treatment is preferably set at 35 ° C to 45 ° C, or set to a lower temperature if desired by the user, the optimal operating time is set to 10 minutes to 20 minutes And is set to a longer time depending on the preference of the user.

While the present invention has been particularly shown and described with reference to exemplary embodiments thereof, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims. I will understand. Accordingly, the true scope of the present invention should be determined by the following claims.

100, 200: Shiatsu 102, 202: Housing
104, 204: tub 106: bottom hole
110: upper panel 112, 114, 212, 214:
118, 218: Sprinkling hole 119, 219: Screw hole
120, 230: Lower panel 130: Water distribution piping system
132: central piping 134: peripheral piping
150, 250: Pump 152, 252: Water supply pipe
170,270: Water circulation piping 180, 280: Drain piping
182,282 drain line 187,287 connection port

Claims

A tub having a sidewall member and a bottom wall member, the tub configured to receive a foot for acupressure treatment; An acupressure station disposed in the tub; And a water supply pipe connected to the bottom wall member of the tub to supply compressed water,
The acupressure station includes an upper panel and a lower panel,
Wherein the upper panel has a pair of stepped grooves vertically opened and the lower panel has a plurality of upward projections and a plurality of spray holes so as to be positioned within the area of the stepped groove,
The compressed water conveyed through the spray hole is directed to the pressure point of the foot so as to provide an acupressure stimulus at the pressure point of the foot,
And a water distribution pipe system connected to the lower panel to supply compressed water to the spray hole,
Wherein the tub connects the drain pipe to the bottom.

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The method according to claim 1,
The water distribution piping system includes at least one large main pipe; And
And a plurality of small branch pipes in fluid communication with the large main pipe,
And the branch pipe is connected to the plurality of spray holes.

5. The method of claim 4,
The large main pipe includes a central pipe extending outward from the central area; And
And a peripheral pipe extending along a peripheral region of the central pipe,
Wherein the branch pipe is directed radially inward from the perimeter pipe.

5. The method of claim 4,
Further comprising a water circulation line connected to the tub in fluid communication therewith;
Wherein the water circulation pipe is configured to suck water contained in the tub by operation of a water pump to transfer water to the reservoir or the water pump for reuse.

5. The method of claim 4,
Wherein the acupressure station further comprises a plurality of flexible connectors in the same number as the number of the spray holes;
Wherein the flexible connector is connected to the branch for sending water to the plurality of spray holes.

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A tub configured to receive a foot for acupressure treatment; An acupressure station disposed in the tub; And a water supply pipe connected to the tub to supply compressed water,
The acupressure station includes an upper panel and a lower panel,
Wherein the upper panel comprises a pair of stepped recesses, a plurality of upward projections and a plurality of spray holes to be positioned within the area of the stepped recesses,
The compressed water conveyed through the spray hole is directed to the pressure point of the foot so as to provide an acupressure stimulus at the pressure point of the foot,
The tub connects the drain pipe,
The upper panel having a flat bottom surface,
The lower panel includes a raised planar flange portion; And
And a planar bottom panel part forming a water chamber when connected to the lower part of the upper panel.

10. The method of claim 9,
The lower panel including a central hole to which an annular ring member is coupled;
Wherein the water supply pipe is connected to the annular ring member for supplying water through the inner hole of the annular ring member.

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10. The method of claim 9,
And a watertight seal is additionally disposed between the upper panel and the lower panel.