KR102581947B1 - Massage chair comprising a nozzle assembly for dispensing fluid - Google Patents

Abstract

The massage chair is launched. Specifically, a seating portion 20 including a backrest 100 and a seat portion 200, one side of which is rotatably connected to the backrest 100; A massage chair including a nozzle assembly 700 mounted inside the seating portion 20 is disclosed.

Description

Massage chair comprising a nozzle assembly for dispensing fluid}

The present invention relates to a massage chair including a nozzle assembly, and more specifically, to a massage chair including a nozzle assembly that sprays fluid and is capable of massaging each body part of the user and acupuncture points located thereon. It's about.

Many people receive massage to relieve body stiffness due to stress and muscle tightness due to lack of exercise. However, because people cannot receive massages from professional masseuses for various reasons, massage chairs that can be conveniently used at home have been developed and used.

There are various types of massage chairs, but a massage chair has been developed in which a heated ball assembly is mounted on the inside of the backrest, and the heated balls move to massage the muscles of the back and at the same time deliver a thermal sensation.

In addition, recently, there has been increasing interest in methods that can relieve users' fatigue and maintain their health by not only massaging or acupressure specific body parts, but also massaging acupuncture points distributed within the body based on Oriental medicine. .

However, each user's physical condition is different. In other words, there are various factors that can affect the state of the body, such as height, weight, gender, and age, and the location of acupuncture points may vary accordingly.

Therefore, in order to receive a massage tailored to the location of each user's different acupuncture points, it is recognized that it is more effective to visit an oriental medicine clinic and receive the treatment directly from an oriental medicine doctor rather than using a massage chair.

Accordingly, massage chairs are being released that are equipped with a function that can massage the exact location of acupuncture points located on the shoulders, arms, legs, etc. by delivering pressure through an airbag or acupressure sensation through massage balls.

Even if the purpose is not just to massage acupoints, in order for the user of the massage chair to maximize the massage feeling, it is necessary to minimize the area of the body part where the massage is performed and to accurately perform the massage only on the desired area.

Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2011-0112922 discloses a massage chair that can massage acupuncture points distributed along the five meridian stems of the back. Specifically, a massage chair is disclosed that can massage acupuncture points distributed along the spine using a spinal energy and blood pressure communicator composed of a combination of a plurality of bar-shaped rods that apply pressure due to body weight on the inside of the backrest.

However, this type of massage chair can only massage acupuncture points distributed along the spine, and since it is not a specialized massage method for each acupuncture point but simply applies acupressure using a bar, it is possible to massage acupuncture points in each part of the body. The disadvantage is that it is impossible to provide customized massage for each acupuncture point.

Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2016-0119995 discloses a pneumatic massager that can be used in a massage chair for massaging acupuncture points. Specifically, a pneumatic massager is disclosed that performs a massage function by forming acupressure protrusions on the inside of the pneumatic massager in contact with the skin of the human body, and at the same time has acupressure protrusions at specific positions to massage the acupuncture points of the human body. .

However, this type of pneumatic massager has the disadvantage of not being able to provide customized acupoint massage to users because it can only perform massage at specific acupuncture points regardless of the different acupoint positions of each user.

In addition, several technologies for massaging acupoints have been disclosed, but most of them use airbags and massage balls to perform massage, so localized massage on small body parts is impossible due to the physical size of the airbags and massage balls. There is.

Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2011-0112922 (2011.10.14) Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2016-0119995 (2016.10.17)

The main purpose of the present invention is to use a nozzle assembly through which fluid is sprayed to perform local massage on the body part where the user wants to be massaged and the acupuncture points located in each body part, and to perform massage using an airbag, etc. at the same or at the same time. The aim is to provide a massage chair that can perform up to 100% of the massage so that the user can get maximum satisfaction from the massage.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention includes a seating portion 20 including a backrest 100 and a seat portion 200, one side of which is rotatably connected to the backrest 100; A massage chair including a nozzle assembly 700 mounted inside the seating portion 20 is provided.

Additionally, according to claim 1, the nozzle assembly 700 includes a plurality of nozzle units 720 that spray fluid in a direction toward the backrest unit 100, and each nozzle unit 720 sprays fluid. Any one or more of the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid may be adjusted independently of each other.

In addition, the nozzle unit 720 is an anmyeon, rich, Cheonju, Pungji, Gyeonjeong, Gyeonjungsu, Gyeonoesu, Jisoo, Simsu, Yeongdae, Dogsu, Council, Gyeoksu, Gyeokgwan, Jiyang, Honmun, Gansu, Freshwater, Yanggang, Spray fluid on any one or more of the following acupuncture points: Nasal water, pseudo, gastric water, stomach water, samcho water, new water, jisil, myeongmun, Gihae water, large intestine water, official water, small intestine water, bladder water, sangsyo, coccyx, and charyo acupuncture points. can do.

In addition, an arm massage unit 310 including an arm airbag 312 is formed inside the arm massage unit 310, and a support frame 300 for fixing the seat unit 200; A calf massage unit (400) rotatably connected to the front side of the seat unit (200) and including calf airbags (402, 404, 406) inside the seat unit (200); and a foot massage unit 500 rotatably connected to one side of the calf massage unit 400 and including foot airbags 502 and 504 inside the calf massage unit 400, and the backrest 100 is positioned in front of the calf massage unit 400. The seat portion 200 includes a back airbag 102 located on the side, and the seat portion 200 includes a thigh airbag 204 located on the front side, and the back airbag 102, the thigh airbag 204, and the The amount of air injected into any one or more of the arm airbag 312, the calf airbags 402, 404, 406, and the foot airbags 502, 504 is determined by the injection angle and injection amount of the fluid injected from each of the nozzle units 720. and temperature.

Additionally, the nozzle assembly 700 may be moved inside the seating portion 20 in one or more of the following directions: front, rear, top, bottom, left, and right.

Additionally, the nozzle assembly 700 may be moved in one or more directions among the upper, lower, left, and right sides on either the inside of the backrest portion 100 or the inside of the seat portion 200.

Additionally, it may include a fluid circulation unit 800 that is mounted inside the backrest 100 and is connected to the nozzle assembly 700 in fluid communication.

Additionally, the fluid circulation unit 800 includes a fluid receiving portion 820 filled with fluid, and the nozzle assembly 700 may be located inside the fluid receiving portion 820.

Additionally, the fluid circulation unit 800 includes a fluid receiving portion 820 forming a predetermined space inside the fluid receiving portion 820, and the nozzle assembly 700 may be located inside the fluid receiving portion 820.

In addition, it includes a support frame 300 for fixing the seat part 200, and inside the support frame 300, a fluid collection part 830 connected to the fluid receiving part 820 and in fluid communication. ; And a fluid storage unit 840 connected to enable fluid communication with the fluid collection unit 830 may be mounted.

Additionally, the fluid storage unit 840 may be connected to a fluid discharge unit 850 formed on one side of the support frame 300 to enable fluid communication.

Additionally, the fluid storage unit 840 may be detachably accommodated inside the support frame 300.

In addition, the present invention includes a backrest 100 including a back airbag 102 located on the front side, one side of which is rotatably connected to the backrest 100, and a thigh airbag located on the front side. A seating portion 20 including a seat portion 200 including (204); An arm massage unit 310 including an arm airbag 312 is formed inside the support frame 300 for fixing the seat unit 200; A calf massage unit (400) rotatably connected to the front side of the seat unit (200) and including calf airbags (402, 404, 406) inside the seat unit (200); and a foot massage unit 500 rotatably connected to one side of the calf massage unit 400 and including foot airbags 502 and 504 inside the calf massage unit 400, and the back airbag 102 and the thigh. Provided is a massage chair in which an additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside one or more of the airbag 204, the arm airbag 312, the calf airbags 402, 404, 406, and the foot airbags 502, 504. do.

In addition, an additional nozzle assembly ( 730) can be installed.

In addition, the additional nozzle assembly 730 includes a plurality of additional nozzle units 732 that spray fluid in the direction of the body of the massage chair 10, and the fluid sprayed from each of the additional nozzle units 732 Any one or more of the spray angle, spray amount, and temperature may be adjusted independently of each other.

In addition, the additional nozzle unit 732 includes Nogung, Sobu, Naegwan, Hapgok, Gongchoi, Hugye, Jungjeo, Gwanjae, Yeolgyeol, Taeyeon, Sinmun, Sosang, and Susamri acupoints located in the arm and hand areas; Eumgok acupoint located in the thigh area; Yangneungcheon, Joksamri, Pungryung, Eumreungcheon, Chukbin, Buryu, Seungsan, and Seunggeun acupoints located in the calf area; And the fluid can be sprayed on any one or more of the Jungdo, Daedo, Kunryun, Hyeonjong, Sameumgyo, Taegye, Buryu, Cheon, Taechung, Yongcheon, Silmyeon, and sole acupuncture points located in the foot area.

In addition, the amount of air injected into any one or more of the back airbag 102, the thigh airbag 204, the arm airbag 312, the calf airbag (402, 404, 406), and the foot airbag (502, 504) may be adjusted according to one or more of the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from each of the additional nozzle units 732.

Additionally, the additional nozzle assembly 730 includes the back airbag 102, the thigh airbag 204, the arm airbag 312, the calf airbag 402, 404, 406, and the foot airbag 502, 504. ) It can be moved in one or more directions among the anterior, posterior, superior, inferior, left, and right sides of each medial side.

Additionally, it may include a nozzle assembly 700 mounted inside the seating portion 20.

In addition, the nozzle assembly 700 includes a plurality of nozzle units 720 that spray fluid in a direction toward the backrest 100, and the injection angle of the fluid sprayed from each of the nozzle units 720, One or more of the injection amount and temperature can be adjusted independently of each other.

In addition, the nozzle unit 720 is an anmyeon, rich, Cheonju, Pungji, Gyeonjeong, Gyeonjungsu, Gyeonoesu, Jisoo, Simsu, Yeongdae, Dogsu, Council, Gyeoksu, Gyeokgwan, Jiyang, Honmun, Gansu, Freshwater, Yanggang, Spray fluid on any one or more of the following acupuncture points: Nasal water, pseudo, gastric water, stomach water, samcho water, new water, jisil, myeongmun, Gihae water, large intestine water, official water, small intestine water, bladder water, sangsyo, coccyx, and charyo acupuncture points. can do.

In addition, the amount of air injected into any one or more of the back airbag 102, the thigh airbag 204, the arm airbag 312, the calf airbag (402, 404, 406), and the foot airbag (502, 504) may be adjusted according to one or more of the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from each of the nozzle units 720.

Additionally, the nozzle assembly 700 may be moved inside the seating portion 20 in one or more of the following directions: front, rear, top, bottom, left, and right.

Additionally, the nozzle assembly 700 may be moved in one or more directions among the upper, lower, left, and right sides on either the inside of the backrest portion 100 or the inside of the seat portion 200.

Additionally, it may include a fluid circulation unit 800 that is mounted inside the backrest 100 and is connected to the nozzle assembly 700 in fluid communication.

Additionally, the fluid circulation unit 800 includes a fluid receiving portion 820 filled with fluid, and the nozzle assembly 700 may be located inside the fluid receiving portion 820.

Additionally, the fluid circulation unit 800 includes a fluid receiving portion 820 forming a predetermined space inside the fluid receiving portion 820, and the nozzle assembly 700 may be located inside the fluid receiving portion 820.

Additionally, inside the support frame 300, a fluid collection portion 830 connected to the fluid receiving portion 820 and in fluid communication; And a fluid storage unit 840 connected to enable fluid communication with the fluid collection unit 830 may be mounted.

Additionally, the fluid storage unit 840 may be connected to a fluid discharge unit 850 formed on one side of the support frame 300 to enable fluid communication.

Additionally, the fluid storage unit 840 may be detachably accommodated inside the support frame 300.

According to the present invention, each body part of the user and the acupuncture points located therein are massaged using fluid sprayed from a nozzle rather than a massage ball, so localized massage is possible in narrow areas such as acupuncture points, and the user can be massaged at the exact location desired by the user. Massage can be performed.

In addition, since the injection angle, injection amount, and injection temperature of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle can be controlled, the massage intensity can be adjusted, and various types of massage sensation can be delivered, such as continuous massage sensation as well as periodic massage sensation delivery. Furthermore, it can also convey a sense of warmth.

Furthermore, since massage by fluid injection and massage by airbag can be performed at the same time, massage can be performed in a manner suitable for each body part of the user.

1 is a perspective view showing a massage chair according to the first and second embodiments of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the airbag of the massage chair of FIG. 1.
Figure 3 is a perspective view showing a nozzle assembly according to each embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 4 is a diagram showing how the nozzle portion of the nozzle assembly of FIG. 3 is moved to adjust the injection angle of the fluid.
FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating movement of the nozzle assembly of FIG. 3.
Figure 6 is a diagram showing each position of the vertebrae of the body.
FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a nozzle portion used to massage an acupuncture point located near the vertebra of FIG. 6.
Figure 8 is a diagram showing acupuncture points located in body parts excluding those near the spine.
FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an airbag for massaging the acupuncture point of FIG. 8.
Figure 10 is a perspective view showing a massage chair according to the third and fourth embodiments of the present invention.
FIG. 11 is a perspective view showing the airbag of the massage chair of FIG. 10 and an additional nozzle assembly mounted inside each airbag.
Figure 12 is a perspective view showing an additional nozzle assembly of the massage chair of Figure 11;
FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating how the injection angle of fluid is adjusted by moving the additional nozzle portion of the additional nozzle assembly of FIG. 12.
Figures 14 and 15 are diagrams illustrating a process in which fluid is introduced and recovered in a fluid recovery unit according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figures 16 and 17 are diagrams illustrating a process in which fluid is introduced and recovered in a fluid recovery unit according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, a massage chair according to each embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

1. Definition of terms

In the attached drawings, assuming that the user is seated on the massage chair 10, the upper part of the user is the upper side, the lower part is the lower side, the front side that the user faces is the front side, and the back side that the user faces is the user's back side. This direction is explained as being toward the rear.

Additionally, assuming that the user is seated in the massage chair 10, the direction in which the right arm is seated is described as the right, and the direction in which the left arm is seated is described as the left.

In addition, assuming that each body part of the user is inserted into the arm massage unit 310, calf massage unit 400, and foot massage unit 500, which will be described later, each massage unit 310, 400, and 500 The direction toward the body is defined as “body direction.”

The backrest unit 100, calf massage unit 400, and foot massage unit 500, which will be described later, are each capable of rotational movement or up and down movement, and for this purpose, a separate actuator (not shown) is provided, which is a known technology. A detailed description of its operating principle is omitted.

In addition, selection and change of the massage mode according to the operation unit 600, which will be described later, and operation of the massage chair 10 accordingly, are performed by transmitting the corresponding signal to the control unit (not shown) when a signal is applied to the operation unit 600. Since it is also a known technology, a detailed explanation of its operating principle will be omitted.

In the description of the acupoint massage method to be explained below, the term "acupressure" refers to a massage method that provides pressure stimulation in the form of pressing the narrowest area with the thumb.

In addition, “eye pressure (按壓)” refers to a massage method that applies pressure stimulation in the form of pressing the convex part of the palm under the thumb to the acupuncture points and a slightly wider area around them.

In addition, “compression” refers to a massage method that provides pressure stimulation in the form of pressing the widest area, i.e., thigh muscles, calf muscles, etc., with the entire palm.

In addition, “rubbing” refers to a massage method that provides stimulation in the form of rubbing the thumb, the blade of the hand, the convex part of the palm under the thumb, or the entire palm, depending on the body part.

In addition, “kneading” refers to a massage method that provides stimulation in the form of kneading using the thumb and index finger or all five fingers depending on the body part.

In addition, “rolling” refers to a massage method that provides rolling stimulation to the palm or large muscle surface using a roller or the like.

Additionally, “instantaneous massage” refers to a massage method in which body parts are quickly struck with a hand blade, and includes “instantaneous intraocular pressure” and “instantaneous pressure.”

In addition, “main stimulation Chuna” refers to applying medium to high intensity Chuna stimulation to the area where the stimulation mode is applied in the Chuna stimulation method, and can produce a therapeutic effect during alternating procedures. Main stimulation Chuna can be used to stimulate major acupuncture points.

In addition, “sub-stimulation Chuna” refers to providing low-intensity Chuna stimulation in the Chuna stimulation method, and can produce a stabilizing effect during alternating procedures. Substimulus Chuna is a background Chuna stimulus that maintains the therapeutic effect by preventing the user from causing a nervous reaction to the main stimulus Chuna that produces a therapeutic effect. It is used to stimulate the rest of the acupuncture points except the main acupuncture point. You can.

2. Description of the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments

1 to 5, the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments of the present invention includes a backrest 100, a seat 200, a support frame 300, and a calf massage unit. It includes (400), a foot massage unit (500), an operation unit (600), a nozzle assembly (700), and a fluid circulation unit (800).

The backrest portion 100 and the seat portion 200, which will be described later, are seated from the user's head to the thighs, and may be collectively referred to as the seating portion 20.

The massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments of the present invention has a partially different structure of the fluid circulation unit 800, which will be described later, and other configurations and operating principles are the same. This will be described later.

(1) Description of the backrest portion 100

The backrest part 100 is a part that supports the user's back, and can be adjusted to a predetermined angle relative to the seat part 200 and the support frame 300.

A head rest 110 that touches the user's head is located at the top of the backrest 100.

A pair of shoulder massage units 120 are formed on both left and right sides of the head rest 110 of the backrest 100, and shoulder airbags 122 that compress the shoulders are located in each shoulder massage unit 120.

A pair of back airbags 102 are located on both left and right sides of the backrest 100, which are formed long above and below the backrest 100 and continue to the seat portion 200, which will be described later. The back airbag 102 may compress the left and right sides of the user's back, and may also compress the user's pelvis.

The pressure or amount of air applied to various airbags 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504, which will be described later, including the back airbag 102 and the shoulder airbag 122, can be adjusted.

(2) Description of the seat portion 200

The seat portion 200 is a portion where the user's buttocks and upper thighs contact, and is generally fixed to the support frame 300. The seat portion 200 is preferably made of a material that can provide a cushioning feeling.

Extended back airbags 102 are located on the left and right sides inside the seat portion 200. Accordingly, the back airbag 102 can compress not only the user's back area but also the pelvic area.

A thigh airbag 204 is located on the front side of the seat portion 200. The thigh airbag 204 may compress the rear of the user's thigh seated on the seat portion 200.

One side of the seat portion 200 is rotatably connected to the backrest portion 100. Accordingly, the angle of the seat portion 200 is adjusted so that the posture of the user seated in the sitting or lying posture can be changed.

(3) Description of the support frame 300

The support frame 300 is located on the left and right sides of the seat part 200 and firmly secures the massage chair 10 as a whole even during the operation of the backrest part 100 and the calf massage part 400 or the foot massage part 500. do. To this end, a bracket (not shown) capable of fixing the massage chair 10 to the floor may be located at the bottom of the support frame 300.

Arm massage units 310 are formed on the left and right inner sides of the support frame 300.

1) Description of the arm massage unit 310

The arm massage unit 310 is a part where the user's arm is inserted during the massage process after the user sits on the massage chair 10.

An arm airbag 312 is located inside the arm massage unit 310. One arm airbag 312 may be composed of a pair of upper and lower airbags, and each pair of upper and lower airbags may be composed of a pair of left and right airbags, so that one arm airbag 312 may be composed of a total of four airbags. It may be possible.

As will be described later, the arm airbag 312 according to the illustrated embodiment includes a first arm airbag 312a, a second arm airbag 312b, and a third arm airbag 312c at the top and bottom, respectively, in the arm area. You can massage various acupuncture points.

(4) Description of the calf massage unit 400

The calf massage unit 400 is a part that massages the user's leg area, specifically the calf area below the knee. The calf massage unit 400 is provided with a pair of grooves into which the user's calf can be inserted.

The calf massage unit 400 can move at a predetermined angle relative to the seat unit 200 and the fixed support frame 300.

An outer calf airbag 402, an inner calf airbag 404, and a rear calf airbag 406 are located inside the groove of the calf massage unit 400, respectively.

More specifically, assuming that the user's calf is inserted into the calf massage unit 400, an outer calf airbag 402 compresses the outside of the user's calf, an inner calf airbag 404 compresses the inside of the user's calf, A rear calf airbag 406 is located that compresses the back of the user's calf.

As will be described later, each calf airbag (402, 404, 406) according to the illustrated embodiment includes additional airbags (402a, 402b, 404a, 404b, 406a, 406b) at the top and bottom, respectively, to provide various acupoints located in the calf area. You can massage the spot.

Calf massage balls 408 are mounted on both sides of the groove of the calf massage unit 400. The calf massage ball 408 can massage acupoints located in the calf together with the calf airbags 402, 404, and 406. Separate control and driving means (not shown) may be included to drive the calf massage ball 408.

(5) Description of the foot massage unit 500

The foot massage unit 500 is located at the lower end of the calf massage unit 400. The foot massage unit 500 is provided with a pair of grooves so that the user can insert his or her feet to massage the foot area after sitting on the massage chair 10.

In the illustrated embodiment, the foot massage unit 500 is provided as one piece with the calf massage unit 400. The foot massage unit 500 can move up and down relative to the calf massage unit 400 and can be appropriately adjusted according to the user's body size (ie, the length of the leg, calf, or thigh).

Alternatively, the foot massage unit 500 may be provided separately from the calf massage unit 400.

A foot airbag 502, a sole airbag 504, and a sole massage ball 506 are located inside the groove of the foot massage unit 500.

The foot airbag 502 compresses the front and back of the foot and the top of the foot. The foot airbag 502 can massage various acupoints located in the foot area, including the front foot airbag 502a and the instep airbag 502b.

The sole airbag 504 compresses the sole of the foot.

The sole massage ball 506 is mounted inside the sole airbag 504, so that not only massage by the sole airbag 504 but also massage by the sole massage ball 506 is possible.

(6) Description of the operation unit 600

The control unit 600 is a part through which the user controls the operation of the massage chair 10, and may be made of a button or a touch panel. Additionally, a display window may be provided through which the user can check the operating status of the massage chair 10.

In the illustrated embodiment, the manipulation unit 600 is provided on the right side of the massage chair 10 and can be operated with the right hand. Alternatively, it may be provided on the left side and can be operated with the left hand.

The connection part connecting the control unit 600 and the massage chair 10 is preferably made of a material that is hard and whose shape can be changed to some extent, and the control unit inside the control unit 600 and the massage chair 10 is located inside it. A cable (not shown) connecting (not shown) may be mounted.

The user can select various massage modes through the operation unit 600 and apply the signals to the control unit. Accordingly, the operation unit 600 transmits a signal corresponding to the massage mode to the control unit.

The signal received from the control unit operates the actuator (not shown) of the massage chair 10 to operate the backrest 100, calf massage unit 400, and foot massage unit 500, or various airbags 102, Air can be injected into 122, 202, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504).

Additionally, the user may apply a signal to the control unit through the manipulation unit 600 to adjust the massage intensity or control the movement of the nozzle assembly 700, which will be described later.

In another embodiment, the manipulation unit 600 includes various modules that can predict the location of an acupoint and massage the predicted location of the acupoint. A detailed description of this will be omitted.

(7) Description of nozzle assembly 700

2 to 5, the massage chair 10 according to the illustrated embodiment includes a nozzle assembly 700.

The nozzle assembly 700 performs massage by spraying fluid supplied from the outside to the rear of the user's body, such as the back, waist, and thighs of the user seated in the massage chair 10.

In one embodiment, the fluid is water, but it can be any other fluid that the nozzle assembly 700 can receive and spray onto the back of the user's body.

Of course, the type of fluid to be used must be determined in consideration of cleaning and maintenance of the nozzle assembly 700.

In the illustrated embodiment, the nozzle assembly 700 is mounted inside the seating portion 20. The nozzle assembly 700 can be positioned at any location to spray fluid onto the back of the user's body.

The nozzle assembly 700 can move inside the seating portion 20 in one or more of the following directions: upper, lower, front, rear, left, and right. Accordingly, the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 can reach all parts of the back of the user's body.

As will be described later, the nozzle assembly 700 is partially or entirely accommodated in the fluid receiving portion 820 of the fluid circulation portion 800, which will be described later, and may therefore be in contact with the fluid accommodated in the fluid receiving portion 820. .

Therefore, the nozzle assembly 700 is preferably made of a material that is not damaged by contact with fluid, such as a waterproof material.

The nozzle assembly 700 includes a body portion 710 and a nozzle portion 720.

1) Description of body portion 710

Body portion 710 forms the body of nozzle assembly 700. In the illustrated embodiment, the body portion 710 is provided as a polygon with one side rounded, but the shape of the body portion 710 can be changed.

An inlet (not shown) is formed on one side of the body portion 710 so that the fluid flowing in can be supplied to the fluid inlet portion 810 of the fluid circulation portion 800, which will be described later.

In another embodiment, the body portion 710 may be supplied with the fluid contained in the fluid receiving portion 820 of the fluid circulation portion 800, which will be described later.

The inlet (not shown) formed on one side of the body portion 710 allows fluid to move only in the direction toward the body portion 710 from the fluid inlet portion 810 or fluid receiving portion 820, which will be described later, through the inlet (not shown). It is desirable to have a structure that prevents discharge of fluid from the body.

A description of the fluid inflow process into the body portion 710 according to each embodiment will be described later.

One side of the body portion 710 is connected to a separate driving device (not shown) and a moving rail (not shown), so that the body portion 710 can be moved inside the seating portion 20.

A temperature control device (not shown) and a flow rate control device (not shown) are provided within the body portion 710, so that the temperature and injection amount of fluid sprayed from the nozzle portion 720, which will be described later, can be adjusted.

The nozzle unit 720 is connected to the front side 712 of the body 710 to enable fluid communication, but the position of the nozzle unit 720 can be changed.

2) Description of the nozzle unit 720

The nozzle unit 720 sprays the fluid flowing into the body unit 710 in the direction of the user's body. In the illustrated embodiment, the nozzle unit 720 is provided as a plurality of cylindrical members on the front side 712 of the body unit 710, but its shape and position can be changed.

The nozzle unit 720 is connected to the body unit 710 to enable fluid communication, and can spray fluid flowing into the body unit 710. To allow the fluid ejected from the nozzle unit 720 to accelerate, the nozzle unit 720 may be provided in a shape that becomes narrower as it moves away from the body unit 710.

The nozzle unit 720 is connected to the body unit 710 in an angle-adjustable manner, so that the injection angle of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle unit 720 can be adjusted.

Alternatively, it may be provided in a form in which only the injection angle of the fluid is adjusted by a nozzle tip (not shown) located at the end of the nozzle unit 720 without separate movement of the nozzle unit 720.

In addition, as described above, the injection amount and temperature of the fluid injected from each nozzle unit 720 are independent of each other by the temperature control device (not shown) and the flow rate control device (not shown) provided in the body unit 710. can be adjusted.

In the illustrated embodiment, the nozzle unit 720 includes a first nozzle unit 722 located above the body unit 710, a second nozzle unit 724 located at a mid-height of the body unit 710, and the body unit 710. There are a total of six, including a pair of third nozzle units 726 located below the unit 710, but the location and number of nozzle units 720 can be changed.

The nozzle unit 720 is rotatably connected to the front side 712 of the body unit 710. Accordingly, the injection angle of the fluid sprayed from each nozzle unit 720 can be adjusted independently of each other by moving each nozzle unit 720 to one or more of the upper, lower, left, and right sides.

(8) Description of fluid circulation unit 800

Referring to FIG. 5 , the massage chair 10 according to the illustrated embodiment includes a fluid circulation unit 800.

The fluid circulation unit 800 supplies fluid supplied from the outside to the nozzle assembly 700 described above, recovers the fluid sprayed by the nozzle assembly 700, and discharges it to the outside of the massage chair 10.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid circulation unit 800 is located inside the backrest 100 and the support frame 300, and the nozzle assembly 700 is positioned so as to be completely included in the fluid circulation unit 800. Alternatively, the nozzle assembly 700 may be positioned to be partially contained within the fluid circulation 800.

The fluid flowing into the fluid circulation unit 800 flows into the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700, is then sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 through the nozzle portion 720 toward the back of the user's body, and then massages the body. It is discharged to the outside of the chair 10.

Alternatively, the injected fluid circulates inside the fluid circulation unit 800, flows back into the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700, and is sprayed onto the back of the user's body through the nozzle portion 720. It may be repetitive.

A detailed description of the fluid circulation process will be described later.

It is preferable that the fluid circulation unit 800 is made of a waterproof material to prevent the massage chair 10 from getting wet or leaking from the electric device due to the fluid circulating inside the fluid circulation unit 800.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid circulation unit 800 may be provided in two embodiments. Most of the components according to each embodiment are similar, but there are some differences.

The fluid circulation unit 800 includes a fluid inlet 810, a fluid receiving unit 820, a fluid collection unit 830, a fluid storage unit 840, and a fluid discharge unit 850.

(8-1) Description of fluid circulation unit 800 of the first embodiment

Hereinafter, the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 14 and 15.

1) Description of fluid inlet 810

The fluid inlet 810 forms a passage through which fluid is supplied from the outside of the massage chair 10. The fluid inlet 810 connects the massage chair 10 and the outside of the massage chair 10 to enable fluid communication.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid inlet 810 is formed at the rear upper part of the backrest 100, and the fluid flowing in through the fluid inlet 810 is supplied to the fluid receiving part 820, which will be described later.

The fluid supplied to the fluid inlet 810 may be supplied manually by a user directly filling it, or it may be supplied automatically by being connected to a water pipe through a separate hose (H).

The fluid inlet 810 is preferably closed to prevent the inflow of foreign substances such as dust, except when fluid flows in. For this purpose, a separate stopper (not shown) that closes the fluid inlet 810 may be provided.

The fluid flowing in through the fluid inlet 810 is supplied to the fluid receiving portion 820, which will be described later.

2) Description of fluid receiving portion 820

The fluid receiving portion 820 serves as a water tank in which the fluid introduced through the fluid inlet 810 is stored for injection.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid receiving portion 820 is formed long along the backrest 100 on the inside of the backrest 100, and alternatively, the fluid receiving portion 820 is formed on the backrest 100 and the seat portion. It may be mounted on the inside of 200 and formed long along the seating portion 20.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid receiving portion 820 contains fluid while the massage chair 10 is in use. In other words, the massage chair 10 is operated while the fluid receiving portion 820 is filled with fluid.

The process in which the fluid contained in the fluid receiving portion 820 flows into the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700, is injected through the nozzle portion 720 of the nozzle assembly 700, and then flows back into the body portion 710. This is repeated.

The fluid receiving unit 820 is connected in fluid communication with the fluid collecting unit 830, which will be described later.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid receiving portion 820 is provided in a funnel shape whose cross-sectional diameter decreases from the top to the bottom of the massage chair 10, but may be provided in any other shape that can effectively discharge fluid. .

In this embodiment, a massage sensation may be delivered to the user by contraction and expansion of the fluid receiving portion 820 itself. That is, just as air is injected into the airbags 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 to deliver a massage feeling to the user, the amount of fluid injected into the fluid receiving portion 820 changes. This can deliver a massage feeling to the user.

To this end, the side of the seating portion 20 forming the boundary between the fluid receiving portion 820 and the seating portion 20 may be made of a flexible material to enable contraction and expansion.

3) Description of fluid collection unit 830

The fluid collection unit 830 forms a passage through which fluid to be discharged to the outside of the massage chair 10 is collected after completing the injection process in the nozzle assembly 700.

The fluid collection unit 830 is connected in fluid communication with the fluid receiving unit 820 and the fluid storage unit 840, which will be described later.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid collection unit 830 is located below the fluid receiving unit 820 and is provided in a funnel shape whose cross-sectional diameter decreases from the top to the bottom of the massage chair 10, but collects fluid. It can be provided in any shape that can be collected effectively.

A first blocking member 832 is provided at a portion where the fluid collection part 830 and the fluid receiving part 820 are connected to enable fluid communication, so that when the fluid is not discharged, the fluid is discharged from the fluid receiving part 820. Movement of fluid to the collection unit 830 can be blocked.

Additionally, when the fluid is discharged, the first blocking member 832 may be opened to allow movement of fluid from the fluid receiving portion 820 to the fluid collecting portion 830.

A second blocking member 834 is provided at a portion where the fluid collection unit 830 and the fluid storage unit 840, which will be described later, are connected to enable fluid communication, so that when the fluid is not discharged, the fluid collection unit 830 The movement of fluid from the fluid storage unit 840 can be blocked.

Additionally, when fluid is discharged, the second blocking member 834 may be opened to allow movement of fluid from the fluid collection unit 830 to the fluid storage unit 840.

The first blocking member 832 and the second blocking member 834 can be opened and closed automatically or manually. Specifically, when the massage chair 10 stops operating, it is automatically opened to allow fluid to flow, and when the user desires to exchange fluid, it can be arbitrarily opened to allow fluid to flow.

4) Description of fluid storage unit 840

The fluid storage unit 840 temporarily stores the fluid discharged from the fluid collection unit 830 before the fluid is discharged to the outside of the massage chair 10.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid storage unit 840 is located at the bottom of the fluid circulation unit 800, but its location can be changed.

However, in order to naturally collect and discharge fluid by gravity without applying a separate transfer force, it is preferable that the fluid storage unit 840 is located at the lowest part of the fluid circulation unit 800.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid storage unit 840 is provided in the form of a rectangular container, but its shape can be changed.

The volume of the fluid storage unit 840 is preferably larger than the sum of the volumes of the fluid storage unit 820 and the fluid collection unit 830 so that all fluid to be discharged can be accommodated without overflowing from the fluid storage unit 840. .

The fluid storage unit 840 containing the fluid may be discharged through the fluid discharge unit 850, which will be described later. Specifically, the fluid storage unit 840 is detachably accommodated in the massage chair 10 through a fluid discharge unit 850, which will be described later.

Alternatively, the fluid may be discharged through a hose H that is fluidly connected to the fluid discharge portion 850, which will be described later, without a separate detachment process of the fluid storage portion 840.

Of course, in this case, the fluid storage unit 840 and the fluid discharge unit 850 must be connected to enable fluid communication.

5) Description of fluid discharge unit 850

The fluid discharge unit 850 discharges the fluid contained in the fluid storage unit 840 to the outside of the massage chair 10.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid discharge portion 850 is located at the rear of the massage chair 10 adjacent to the fluid storage portion 840, but its location can be changed.

In one embodiment, the fluid discharge portion 850 is provided in the form of an openable lid or stopper, so that the fluid storage portion 840 can be detached from the massage chair 10 when the fluid discharge portion 850 is opened.

The fluid discharge portion 850 may be provided in various shapes, but for detachment of the fluid storage portion 400, it is formed to correspond to the shape of the fluid storage portion 400 but is larger than the left-right cross section of the fluid storage portion 400. It is desirable.

In another embodiment, the fluid discharge unit 850 is directly connected to the hose H and is in fluid communication with the fluid storage unit 840. In this case, the fluid contained in the fluid storage unit 840 may be discharged to the outside of the massage chair 10 through the hose H without separating the fluid discharge unit 850.

(8-2) Description of fluid circulation unit 800 of the second embodiment

The fluid circulation unit 800 according to the second embodiment is similar to the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the first embodiment described above in that fluid supplied from the outside of the massage chair 10 is directly supplied to the nozzle assembly 700. There is a difference.

Hereinafter, the same description as that of the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the first embodiment described above with reference to FIGS. 16 and 17 will be omitted, and the description will focus on the differences.

1) Description of fluid inlet 810

The function of the fluid inlet 810 is the same as the fluid inlet 810 according to the first embodiment described above in that it forms a passage through which fluid is supplied from the outside of the massage chair 10.

However, in this embodiment, the fluid inlet 810 is connected to the body 710 of the nozzle assembly 700 to enable fluid communication.

Accordingly, the fluid flowing in through the fluid inlet 810 is directly moved to the nozzle assembly 700.

In the illustrated embodiment, the fluid inlet 810 is located adjacent to the nozzle assembly 700 at the rear of the massage chair 10, but its location can be changed to any other location that can supply fluid to the nozzle assembly 700. It can be.

As described above, since the nozzle assembly 700 is movable inside the seating portion 20, the member connecting the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid inlet 810 to enable fluid communication is made of a flexible material such as rubber. It is preferred that the nozzle assembly 700 can be formed and moved with the nozzle assembly 700.

The fluid that flows into the nozzle assembly 700 through the fluid inlet 810 is sprayed toward the seating portion 20 through the nozzle portion 720 of the nozzle assembly 700 and is then received in the fluid receiving portion 820. do.

2) Description of fluid receiving portion 820

In this embodiment, the fluid receiving part 820 serves as a water tank in which the fluid sprayed from the nozzle part 740 of the nozzle assembly 700 is stored.

The shape, location, and connection relationship of the fluid receiving part 820 with the fluid collecting part 830 are the same as those of the fluid receiving part 820 according to the first embodiment.

In the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the above-described first embodiment, the fluid receiving unit 820 is maintained in a state full of fluid, so the process of fluid flowing into the nozzle assembly 700 and being sprayed is repeated.

On the other hand, in the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the second embodiment, the fluid does not flow into the nozzle assembly 700 until the fluid stored in the fluid receiving unit 820 reaches a certain level, that is, reaches the nozzle assembly 700. .

Alternatively, a separate fluid transfer device (not shown) may be provided below the fluid receiving part 820 to supply the fluid collected on the lower side of the fluid receiving part 820 to the nozzle assembly 700.

In this embodiment, when the fluid is sufficiently contained within the fluid receiving portion 820, a massage sensation may be delivered to the user by contraction and expansion of the fluid receiving portion 820 itself. That is, just as air is injected into the airbags 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 to deliver a massage feeling to the user, fluid is injected into the fluid receiving portion 820 to provide comfort to the user. Deadlines can be delivered.

Alternatively, the fluid container 820 may contract and expand using the pressure of air present within the fluid container 820 to deliver a massage feeling to the user. To this end, a vent (not shown) through which air can be introduced or discharged may be formed on one side of the fluid receiving portion 820 to enable fluid communication with the outside of the massage chair 10.

To this end, the side of the seating portion 20 forming the boundary between the fluid receiving portion 820 and the seating portion 20 may be made of a flexible material to enable contraction and expansion.

3) Description of fluid collection unit 830

The shape, structure, and function of the fluid collection unit 830 according to this embodiment are the same as the fluid collection unit 830 of the first embodiment.

4) Description of fluid storage unit 840

The shape, structure, and function of the fluid storage unit 840 according to this embodiment are the same as the fluid storage unit 840 of the first embodiment.

5) Description of fluid discharge unit 850

The shape, structure, and function of the fluid discharge unit 850 according to this embodiment are the same as the fluid discharge unit 850 of the first embodiment.

(9) Additional description of each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504)

As described above, the pressure and amount of air injected into each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) can be adjusted.

In addition, the amount of air injected into each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) is determined by the injection angle, injection amount, and injection angle of the fluid sprayed from each nozzle unit 720 of the nozzle assembly 700. It can be adjusted according to one or more of the temperatures.

Alternatively, each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) of the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments of the present invention contains fluid instead of air. can be injected

That is, massage of each part of the user's body can be performed by the fluid injected into each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504). At this time, the injection amount, injection pressure, and temperature of the fluid injected into each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504) can be adjusted.

In this case, since the massage is performed using a fluid that has a higher density than air, a higher pressure can be delivered, and since the temperature of the fluid can be adjusted, a hot or cold sensation can also be delivered as needed, allowing for a more effective massage. do.

3. Description of the massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments

The massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments of the present invention includes each airbag 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, in addition to the nozzle assembly 700 accommodated inside the seating portion 20. It is different from the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments in that an additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside one or more of 406, 502, and 504).

That is, the massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments provides massage to each part of the user's body by the airbags 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504. In addition, massage can also be performed by an additional nozzle assembly 730 mounted on each airbag 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504.

Hereinafter, the massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail, focusing on differences from the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments described above.

10 and 11, the massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments of the present invention includes a backrest portion 100, a seat portion 200, a support frame 300, and a calf massage portion. It includes (400), a foot massage unit (500), an operation unit (600), a nozzle assembly (700), and a fluid circulation unit (800).

The massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments of the present invention is slightly different in that it includes an additional nozzle assembly 730 and the structure of the fluid circulation unit 800, and other configurations and operating principles are different. It is the same as the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments of the present invention.

(1) Description of the backrest portion 100

The backrest portion 100 according to this embodiment is mostly the same as the backrest portion 100 according to the first and second embodiments.

However, there is a difference in that an additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside the back airbag 102 located in the backrest 100 and the shoulder airbag 122 located in the pair of shoulder massage units 120.

A detailed description of the additional nozzle assembly 730 will be provided later.

(2) Description of the seat portion 200

The seat portion 200 according to this embodiment is the same as the seat portion 200 according to the first and second embodiments.

However, there is a difference in that an additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside the thigh massage part 204 of the seat part 200.

A detailed description of the additional nozzle assembly 730 will be provided later.

(3) Description of the support frame 300

The support frame 300 and the arm massage unit 310 according to this embodiment are mostly the same as the support frame 300 according to the first and second embodiments.

However, there is a difference in that an additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside the arm airbag 312.

A detailed description of the additional nozzle assembly 730 will be provided later.

(4) Description of the calf massage unit 400

The calf massage unit 400 according to this embodiment is mostly the same as the calf massage unit 400 according to the first and second embodiments.

However, there is a difference in that an additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside each calf airbag 402, 404, and 406.

A detailed description of the additional nozzle assembly 730 will be provided later.

(5) Description of the foot massage unit 500

The foot massage unit 500 according to this embodiment is mostly the same as the foot massage unit 500 according to the first and second embodiments.

However, there is a difference in that an additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside the foot airbag 502 and the sole airbag 504, respectively.

A detailed description of the additional nozzle assembly 730 will be provided later.

(6) Description of the operation unit 600

The operation unit 600 according to this embodiment is the same as the operation unit 600 according to the first and second embodiments.

However, the difference is that the manipulation unit 600 according to this embodiment can further manipulate the movement of the additional nozzle assembly 730.

(7) Description of nozzle assembly 700 and additional nozzle assembly 730

The massage chair 10 according to this embodiment is the first in that it includes an additional nozzle assembly 730 mounted inside each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504). There is a difference from the massage chair 10 according to the embodiment and the second embodiment.

In one embodiment, the fluid is water, but the nozzle assembly 700 and the additional nozzle assembly 730 may be provided with any other fluid that can be supplied with the fluid and sprayed onto the user's shoulder area.

Of course, the type of fluid to be used must be determined in consideration of cleaning and maintenance of the nozzle assembly 700 and the additional nozzle assembly 730.

1) Description of nozzle assembly 700

The nozzle assembly 700 according to this embodiment is the same as the nozzle assembly 700 according to the first and second embodiments.

1) Description of additional nozzle assembly 730

12 and 13, the massage chair 10 according to this embodiment includes an additional nozzle assembly 730.

The additional nozzle assembly 730 performs massage by spraying fluid supplied from the outside to each part of the user seated in the massage chair 10. Specifically, the additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside one or more of the airbags 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504, and performs massage on the user by spraying fluid. .

Of course, the area where the massage is performed by the additional nozzle assembly 730 depends on the location of each airbag 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 on which the additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted. It will be different.

Each additional nozzle assembly 730 and each airbag 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 may be activated simultaneously or simultaneously with each other. That is, both operations can be controlled independently of each other.

Additionally, each of the additional nozzle assemblies 730 mounted inside each of the airbags 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 may also be operated simultaneously or simultaneously with each other.

The additional nozzle assembly 730 is installed on the inside of each airbag 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 in one or more of the following directions: upper, lower, front side, rear side, left, and right. It is possible to move. However, the movable range is preferably determined taking into account the size of each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) and the size of the additional nozzle assembly (730).

Only air or fluid may be placed inside each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504).

When the inside of each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) is filled with fluid, the additional nozzle assembly 730 may come into contact with the fluid, making it susceptible to contact with the fluid, such as waterproof materials. It is preferable that it is made of a material that is not damaged by it.

Additionally, the size of the additional nozzle assembly 730 may change depending on the size of each airbag 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 on which the additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted.

The additional nozzle assembly 730 includes an additional body portion 731 and an additional nozzle portion 732.

a) Description of additional body portion 731

Additional body portion 731 forms the body of additional nozzle assembly 730. In the illustrated embodiment, the additional body portion 731 is provided as a polygon with one side rounded, but its shape can be changed.

An inlet (not shown) is formed on one side of the additional body portion 731 to supply fluid contained in the fluid circulation portion 800, which will be described later, or to receive fluid directly from the outside of the massage chair 10.

Additionally, the additional body portion 731 may be supplied with the fluid filled inside each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504) through an inlet (not shown).

On one side of the additional body portion 731, a separate driving device (not shown) and a moving rail (not shown) are provided to operate each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504). It can be moved from the medial side.

A temperature control device (not shown) and a flow rate control device (not shown) are provided within the additional body portion 731 to control the temperature and injection amount of fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle portion 732, which will be described later.

An additional nozzle portion 732 is connected to the body-facing side 731a of the additional body portion 731 to enable fluid communication.

b) Description of additional nozzle unit 732

The additional nozzle unit 732 sprays the fluid flowing into the additional body unit 731 toward the user's body part.

In the illustrated embodiment, the additional nozzle portion 732 is provided as a plurality of cylindrical members on the body-facing side 731a of the additional body portion 731, but its shape and position can be changed.

The additional nozzle portion 732 is connected to the additional body portion 731 to enable fluid communication, and can spray fluid introduced into the additional body portion 731. To allow the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle portion 732 to accelerate, the additional nozzle portion 732 may be provided in a form that becomes narrower as it moves away from the additional body portion 731.

The additional nozzle portion 732 is connected to the additional body portion 731 in an angle-adjustable manner, so that the injection angle of the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle portion 732 can be adjusted.

Alternatively, it may be provided in a form in which only the injection angle of the fluid is adjusted by a nozzle tip (not shown) located at the end of the additional nozzle unit 732 without moving the additional nozzle unit 732.

In addition, as described above, the injection amount and temperature of the fluid injected from each additional nozzle portion 732 are determined by the temperature control device (not shown) and the flow rate control device (not shown) provided in the additional body portion 731. They can be adjusted independently of each other.

In the illustrated embodiment, the additional nozzle portion 732 includes a first additional nozzle portion 732a located on the upper side of the additional body portion 731, and a second additional nozzle portion located in the middle of the additional body portion 731 ( There are a total of six, including a pair each of 732b) and a third additional nozzle part 732c located below the additional body part 731, but the location and number of the additional nozzle parts 732 can be changed.

However, the location and number of the additional nozzle units 732 are determined according to the size of each airbag 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 on which the additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted. desirable.

The additional nozzle portion 732 is rotatably connected to the body-facing side 731a of the additional body portion 710. Accordingly, by moving the additional nozzle unit 732 to one or more of the upper, lower, left, and right sides, the injection angle of the fluid sprayed from each additional nozzle unit 732 can be adjusted independently of each other.

(8) Description of fluid circulation unit 800

The fluid circulation unit 800 of this embodiment is mostly the same as the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the first and second embodiments.

More specifically, the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the third embodiment is the same as the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the first embodiment, and the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the fourth embodiment is the same as the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the second embodiment. It is the same as the fluid circulation unit 800 according to.

However, as described above, in this embodiment, the fluid circulation unit 800 supplies fluid to fill each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504), and The fluid can be recovered for discharge to the outside.

To this end, the fluid circulation unit 800 may be connected in fluid communication with each of the airbags 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504.

(9) Additional description of each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504)

Each airbag (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) of this embodiment is each of the airbags (102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404) according to the first and second embodiments. , 406, 502, 504) are mostly the same.

However, as described above, in this embodiment, there is a difference in that an additional nozzle assembly 730 is mounted inside each airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504).

In addition, the amount of air injected into each airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) depends on one or more of the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from each additional nozzle unit 732. It can be adjusted.

4. Description of acupoints in the body and massage methods

The massage chair 10 according to each embodiment of the present invention uses the hydraulic pressure of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the additional nozzle assembly 730 to apply pressure to the back and thigh areas of the user seated in the massage chair 10. Massage of the located acupoints is possible.

Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 6 to 9, acupuncture points existing in the body and methods of massaging each acupuncture point will be described.

(1) Description of acupoints located near the vertebrae and massage methods

Referring to Figures 6 and 7, the vertebrae can be divided into C1 to S5, and the positions of the acupuncture points can be displayed based on the divided positions. In the following description, the terms C1 to S5 are used to include not only the corresponding spinal region but also surrounding regions.

The face is located between C1 and C2. Facial acupuncture points can be massaged using kneading or acupressure. More specifically, massage can be performed by applying kneading stimulation to the left and right based on the center line of the cervical spine, or by applying acupressure to acupressure points.

Additionally, abundance is located between C1 and C2. Rich acupuncture points can be massaged using rubbing or acupressure methods. More specifically, the massage can be done by applying rubbing stimulation to the left and right based on the center line of the cervical spine, or by applying acupressure to the acupressure points. At this time, since it is difficult to massage the affected area directly, the massage can be done indirectly by providing kneading stimulation or acupressure stimulation to the nearest left and right areas.

The universe is located in C2. The Cheonju acupuncture points can be massaged using kneading or acupressure methods. More specifically, massage can be performed by applying kneading stimulation or acupressure to an area approximately 2 cm to the left and right of the midline area.

Additionally, a wind field is located in C2. Pungji acupuncture points can be massaged using kneading or acupressure methods. More specifically, massage can be done by applying kneading stimulation or acupressure to the left and right sides near the midline and 2/2 of the extension of the humeral acupoint below the mastoid process below the ear.

The shoulder blade is located at C7. The gyeonjeong acupuncture point can be massaged by stimulating kneading or using acupressure.

Additionally, the field and center fielder is located at C7. The acupuncture point of the acupoint can be massaged by rubbing or acupressure.

The above-mentioned facial, rich, cheonju, pungji, gyeonjeong, and gyeonjungsoo acupuncture points are massaged by fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 according to each of the above-described methods. A description of the massage process according to each method will be described later.

Acupuncture points at positions T1 to L5 can be massaged in the same way. The acupuncture points and massage methods located in each spinal region are explained as follows.

The external water is located at T1, the exponent water is located at T2, and the deep water is located between T5 and T6. The military base is located between T6 and T7, and the military and council are located between T7 and T8. Between T8 and T9, Gyeoksu, Gyeokgwan, and Jiyang are located, and between T9 and T10, Honmun and Gansu are located.

Between T10 and T11, Damsu and Yanggang are located, and between T11 and T12, Bisu and Doctor are located. The stomach and intestines are located between T12 and L1. The Samchosu is located between L1 and L2, the Shinsu, Jisil, and Myeongmun are located between L2 and L3, the Gihaesu is located between L3 and L4, and the Daejangsu is located between L4 and L5.

Additionally, the radial fluid is located between L4 and the sacrum, and the small intestine and vesical fluid are located in the sacrum.

The acupoints in the area from T1 to L5 mentioned above can be massaged using acupressure, acupressure and rubbing, or instantaneous intraocular pressure. More specifically, massage can be performed by applying rubbing stimulation to the first line of the cystoscope and applying acupressure or rubbing stimulation to the acupuncture points and the area around the acupuncture points. Alternatively, massage can be performed by applying kneading stimulation and momentary pressure stimulation to the cystoscope line 1, acupuncture points, and the area around the acupuncture points.

Additionally, acupuncture points at the sacrum and coccyx (S1 to S5) can be massaged in the same way. The acupuncture points and massage methods located in each spinal region are explained as follows.

The sacrum is located on the sacrum, and the coccygeal epiphysis and charyo are located on the coccyx.

The upper, coccygeal, and charyo acupuncture points can be massaged using acupressure or rubbing methods. More specifically, the massage can be performed by applying rubbing stimulation to the left and right sides based on the center line of the spine. Alternatively, acupressure or kneading stimulation can be used to massage acupuncture points.

Additionally, since the coccygeal epiphysis is located at the end of the coccyx, it is difficult to massage it, so you can massage it indirectly by applying rubbing stimulation to the left and right areas closest to it.

The above-mentioned Gyeonoesu, Jisu, Simsu, Yeongdae, Dogsu, Council, Gyeoksu, Gyeokgwan, Jiyang, Honmun, Gansu, Damsu, Yanggang, Bisu, Doctor, Wisu, Wichang, Samchosu, Shinsu, Jisil, Myeongmun, Gihaesu, Daejang The acupuncture points of the head, head, small intestine, bladder, upper body, coccyx, and charyo acupuncture points are massaged by fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 according to each of the above-mentioned methods. A description of the massage process according to each method is provided. This will be described later.

(2) Description of acupuncture points and massage methods that are not located near the vertebrae

Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 8 and 9, acupuncture points and massage methods that are not located near the vertebrae will be described.

There are cystoscopic line 1 and cystoscopic line 2 as acupuncture points. Cystoscope 1 and cystoscope 2 can be massaged by providing rubbing stimulation, respectively. More specifically, the massage can be performed by applying rolling stimulation, or by simultaneously applying kneading stimulation and rolling stimulation. Alternatively, the massage may be performed by additionally delivering a sense of warmth.

1) Description of acupuncture points and massage methods on the arm and hand

The Nogung, Sobu, Naegwan, Hapgok, Gongchoi, Hugye, Jungjeo, Gwanjeong, Yeolgyeol, Taeyeon, Sinmun, Sosang, and Susamri acupuncture points are located in the arms and hands.

The above-mentioned acupuncture points can be massaged by providing kneading stimulation or momentary pressure stimulation. More specifically, the massage can be performed by applying pressure stimulation in the form of kneading or by providing momentary pressure stimulation.

2) Description of acupuncture points and massage methods on the thigh area

There are acupuncture points located on the thighs, and they can be massaged by providing rhythmic pressure stimulation. More specifically, massage can be performed by alternately forming a pressed state and a non-pressed state, rather than continuously applying pressure stimulation.

3) Description of acupuncture points and massage methods in the calf area

In the calf area, the Yangneungcheon, Joksamri, Pungryung, Eumreungcheon, Chukbin, Buryu, Seungsan, and Seunggeun acupoints are located.

Yangneungcheon, Joksamri, Pungryung, Eumneungcheon, Chukbin, and Buryu acupoints can be massaged by providing kneading stimulation or momentary pressure stimulation. More specifically, the massage can be performed by applying pressure stimulation in the form of kneading or by providing momentary pressure stimulation.

Seungsan and Seunggeun acupuncture points can be massaged by providing rhythmic pressure stimulation. More specifically, massage can be performed by alternately forming a pressed state and a non-pressed state, rather than continuously applying pressure stimulation.

4) Description of acupuncture points and massage methods on the foot area

In the foot area, the acupuncture points of Jungdo, Daedo, Kunlun, Hyeonjong, Sameumgyo, Taegye, Buryu, Cheon, Taechung, Yongcheon, Silmyeon, and sole of the foot are located.

The Jungdo, Daedo, Kunlun, Hyeonjong, Samyumgyo, Taegye, Buryu, and Thousand acupuncture points can be massaged by giving kneading stimulation or momentary pressure stimulation. More specifically, the massage can be performed by applying pressure stimulation in the form of kneading or by providing momentary pressure stimulation.

The fetal acupoints can be massaged by providing rhythmic pressure stimulation or momentary pressure stimulation. More specifically, the massage can be performed by alternately forming a pressure state and a non-pressure state, rather than continuously applying pressure stimulation, or by providing a momentary pressure stimulus.

Yongcheon, Silmyeon, and sole acupuncture points can be massaged by providing rolling stimulation or air pressure stimulation. More specifically, the massage may be performed through rolling stimulation, but if there is no rolling, the massage may be performed by applying pressure stimulation.

(3) Description of massage method according to each type of massage or stimulation

Chuna stimulation types can be broadly classified into acupressure, intraocular pressure, pressure, rubbing, kneading, rolling, and momentary massage, and Chuna stimulation methods can be broadly classified into main stimulation Chuna and secondary stimulation Chuna. Below, the massage method according to each weight or stimulation type will be explained for each acupuncture point location.

1) Description of massage method for acupressure

Acupressure of acupuncture points located near the vertebrae stimulates the acupuncture points by the fluid sprayed from the back airbag 102, the nozzle assembly 700, and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 mounted on the back airbag 102. It can be performed by .

Acupressure for acupuncture points located in other body parts except near the spine uses airbags (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504), protrusions (not shown) formed thereon, and massage balls (408, 506). ) and can be performed by continuously stimulating a narrow area by the additional nozzle assembly 730.

Additionally, in the case of acupuncture points located on the sole of the foot, stimulation of the acupuncture points by fluid sprayed from the sole massage ball 506 and the additional nozzle assembly 730 may be performed.

2) Description of massage method for intraocular pressure

The intraocular pressure of an acupuncture point located near the vertebrae can be performed by adding kneading by the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 to the movements for acupressure described above.

3) Description of massage method for compression

Compression of the acupuncture point located near the vertebrae may be performed by stimulating the acupuncture point by the back airbag 102, the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700, and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730.

Pressure on acupuncture points located in other body parts except those near the spine is caused by air injection from the airbags (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) and fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly (730). It can be performed by simultaneously stimulating the acupuncture point and a wide area around the acupuncture point.

4) Description of massage method for rubbing

Rubbing of the acupuncture point located near the vertebrae may be performed by stimulating the acupuncture point by the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730.

Specifically, the target acupuncture point is rubbed by adjusting the spray angle and spray amount of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730. In addition, in order to change the rubbing intensity, the temperature of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 may be increased to additionally stimulate the acupuncture point by a thermal sensation.

5) Description of massage method for kneading

Kneading of the acupuncture point located near the vertebrae may be performed by stimulating the acupuncture point by the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730.

Specifically, the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 form a kneading movement to perform kneading on the target acupuncture point. Additionally, in order to change the intensity of kneading, the injection angle and injection amount of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 may be periodically changed to additionally stimulate the acupoint.

Kneading of acupuncture points located in other body parts except those near the vertebrae is sprayed from the airbags (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 502, 504), the calf massage ball (408), and the additional nozzle assembly (730), which will be described later. It can be performed by using a fluid.

Specifically, a body part is inserted between each pair of airbags (122, 312, 402, 404, 502, and 504), and air is injected into each airbag (122, 312, 402, 404, 502, and 504). Kneading can be performed by repeating stimulation on both sides of the inserted body part.

In addition, the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 forms a kneading motion to perform kneading on the target acupuncture point. Additionally, in order to change the intensity of kneading, the injection angle and injection amount of the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 may be periodically changed to additionally stimulate the acupoint.

In the case of the thigh airbag 204, since it is formed to be long on the left and right sides in the front of the seat portion 200, the process of changing the air injection amount on the left and right sides of the thigh airbag 204 to be different from each other can be continued and kneading can be performed.

Additionally, in the case of the calf area, in addition to the pressure from the calf airbags 402 and 404, kneading may be performed by stimulating both sides of the calf with the calf massage ball 408.

6) Description of massage method for rolling

Rolling of the acupoint located near the vertebrae may be performed by stimulating the acupuncture point by the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730.

Specifically, the injection angle and injection amount of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 can be adjusted and moved up and down to perform rolling on the target acupuncture point.

Rolling of acupuncture points located in other body parts except near the spine can be performed by stimulating the acupuncture points by fluid sprayed from the calf massage ball 408, the sole massage ball 506, and the additional nozzle assembly 730. there is.

Specifically, the calf massage ball 408 and the sole massage ball 506 rotate and move up and down to perform rolling on target acupuncture points located in the calf area and the sole area, respectively.

In addition, the injection angle and injection amount of the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 can be adjusted and moved up and down to perform rolling on the target acupuncture point.

7) Description of massage method for instantaneous massage

Instantaneous massage of an acupuncture point located near the vertebrae may be performed by stimulating the acupuncture point by fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730.

Specifically, the injection angle and injection amount of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 are periodically changed, and tapping can be performed on the target acupuncture point.

Instantaneous massage of acupoints located in other body parts except those near the spine can be performed by airbags 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504, which will be described later.

Specifically, air is quickly injected into each airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504) to increase the compression speed by the airbags (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504). By speeding up, you can perform instantaneous massage at the target acupuncture point.

In addition, the injection angle and injection amount of the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730 are periodically changed, and tapping can be performed on the target acupuncture point.

5. Description of massage method using airbags

Referring to FIG. 2, the massage chair 10 according to the illustrated embodiment includes airbags 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 capable of massaging the acupoints described above. . Massage of each area described below can be performed according to the acupuncture point massage method described in 4.

In addition, massage of the acupuncture points located near the vertebrae described above can also be performed using the back airbag 102 and the shoulder airbag 122.

(1) Description of how to massage acupoints on the arm

The arm airbag 312 includes a first arm airbag 312a, a second arm airbag 312b, and a third arm airbag 312c.

The first arm airbag 312a is located closest to the user, assuming that the user is seated on the massage chair 10 and inserts his arm into the arm massage unit 310. The first arm airbag 312a can massage the Gongchoi and Susamri acupuncture points through air injection.

The second arm airbag 312b is located on the front side of the massage chair 10 adjacent to the first arm airbag 312a. The second arm airbag 312b can massage the small, hapgok, back, middle, low, small, inner tube, outer tube, yeolgyeol, nogung, newspaper, and taeyeon acupuncture points through air injection.

The third arm airbag 312c is located on the front side of the massage chair 10 adjacent to the second arm airbag 312c. The third arm airbag 312c can massage the Sosang, Hapgok, Hugye, Jungjeo, Sobu, Nogung, Sinmun, and Taeyeon acupuncture points through air injection.

(2) Description of the method of massaging the acupuncture points on the thigh area

A thigh airbag 204 is located in the seat portion 200.

The thigh airbag 204 contacts the back of the thigh when the user sits on the massage chair 10, and can massage the music acupuncture points through air injection.

(3) Description of the method of massaging acupuncture points in the calf area

The calf massage unit 400 includes an outer calf airbag 402, an inner calf airbag 404, and a rear calf airbag 406.

The outer calf airbag 402 is located on the outer inner surface of the calf massage unit 400 and massages the outside of the calf when the user sits on the massage chair 10 and inserts the calf into the calf massage unit 400. It includes one lateral calf airbag 402a and a second lateral calf airbag 402b.

The first outer calf airbag 402a is located on the upper side of the outer inner surface of the calf massage unit 400, and can massage the Yangneungcheon and Joksamri acupuncture points through air injection.

The second outer calf airbag (402b) is located below the first outer calf airbag (402a) and can massage the Pungryung acupoint through air injection.

The inner calf airbag 404 is located on the inner surface of the calf massage unit 400 and massages the inside of the calf when the user sits on the massage chair 10 and inserts the calf into the calf massage unit 400. It includes a calf airbag 404a and a second inner calf airbag 404b.

The first inner calf airbag 404a is located on the upper side of the inner surface of the calf massage unit 400, and can massage the eumneungcheon and middle acupuncture points through air injection.

The second inner calf airbag 404b is located below the first inner calf airbag 404a, and can massage the axial, mid, and secondary acupuncture points through air injection.

The rear calf airbag 406 is located on the rear inner surface of the calf massage unit 400 and massages the rear of the calf when the user sits on the massage chair 10 and inserts the calf into the calf massage unit 400. It includes a rear calf airbag 406a and a second rear calf airbag 406b.

The first rear calf airbag 406a is a pair and is located on the upper and lower sides of the rear inner surface of the calf massage unit 400, respectively, and can massage the Seungsan acupoint through air injection.

The second rear calf airbag 406b is located between each first rear calf airbag 406a, and can massage the trapezius acupoint through air injection.

(4) Description of the method of massaging the acupuncture points of the foot area

The foot massage unit 500 includes a foot airbag 502 and a sole airbag 504.

The foot airbag 502 includes a front foot airbag 502a located on the front inner surface of the foot massage unit 500 and an instep airbag 502b located across both inner surfaces and rear inner surfaces of the foot massage unit 500. Includes.

The front foot airbag 502a can massage the middle and large acupuncture points through air injection. The front foot airbag 502a may be rotatably formed on the front side of the foot massage unit 500 to cover both the front part and the instep of the foot inserted into the foot massage unit 500.

The instep airbag (502b) can massage Kunlun, Hyeonjong, Samyumgyo, Taegye, Buryu, Cheon, and Taechung acupoints through air injection.

At this time, the instep airbag 502b can massage not only the instep area but also the heel area through air injection. To this end, when the user inserts the foot into the foot massage unit 500, the front foot airbag 502a surrounds the front part of the foot, and the instep airbag 502b wraps the instep area, the side part of the foot, and the back part of the foot. A space may be formed under the foot airbag 502 (not shown).

The sole airbag 504 is located on the lower side of the foot massage unit 500 and can massage the Yongcheon and Silmyeon acupuncture points through air injection.

Additionally, the foot massage unit 500 may further include a sole massage ball 506 mounted on the lower side. The sole massage ball 506 can massage Yongcheon and Silmyeon acupuncture points by providing rolling stimulation.

(5) Description of protrusions (not shown) formed on the airbags 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504

Protrusions (not shown) may be formed on the outside or inside of the airbags 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504 capable of massaging acupuncture points.

The shape of the protrusion (not shown) is cylindrical or dumbbell-shaped, but is not limited to this and may have any other shape that can stimulate the acupoint. Additionally, the material of the protrusion (not shown) is hard or soft.

The number, shape, and material of the projections (not shown) formed on each airbag (204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) are changed according to the characteristics of the acupuncture point where the projections (not shown) will perform massage. It can be.

As an example, hard cylindrical protrusions (not shown) are arranged horizontally in the outer calf airbag 402, and soft dumbbell-shaped protrusions (not shown) are arranged horizontally in the inner calf airbag 404, and the rear calf airbag Soft cylindrical or dumbbell-shaped protrusions (not shown) may be arranged horizontally at 406.

As another example, soft cylindrical protrusions (not shown) may be disposed horizontally in the instep airbag 502b, and each protrusion (not shown) may be inclined to form a predetermined angle with the ground. As an example, each protrusion (not shown) may be formed to form an angle of 20 to 25 degrees with the ground.

6. Description of the massage process using hydraulic pressure

The massage process using the nozzle assembly 700 and the additional nozzle assembly 730 described below can be performed on each body part desired by the user and on the acupoints located in each body part.

(1) Description of the process in which massage is performed from the user's back to the thighs by the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments

The massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments of the present invention uses a nozzle assembly 700 mounted inside the seating portion 20, and is positioned on the user's back or thighs and corresponding areas. Massage can be performed on the acupuncture points.

Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 14 to 17, a process for delivering a massage sensation and a thermal sensation using hydraulic pressure to a user seated on the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments of the present invention will be described.

1) Description of the process in which the nozzle assembly 700 is moved

The nozzle assembly 700 is mounted inside the seating portion 20 of the massage chair 10, and can be moved inside the seating portion 20 in any one of the following directions: upper, lower, front, rear, left, and right. For this purpose, as described above, one side of the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700 may be connected to a separate driving device (not shown) and a moving rail (not shown).

The nozzle assembly 700 can move inside the seating unit 20 according to the massage position and massage method input by the user through the manipulation unit 600.

Specifically, the user can select one of the preset modes through the operation unit 600 to perform a massage, or select a desired massage location or selectable acupuncture point to perform a massage at that location.

Additionally, the user can select a massage method through the control panel 600. As described above, the massage chair 10 according to the first and second embodiments of the present invention provides acupressure, compression, rubbing, kneading, rolling, momentary massage, main stimulation, and secondary stimulation at the acupoint location. We provide a variety of massage methods depending on your needs.

According to various input information entered by the user into the operation unit 600, the nozzle assembly 700 moves inside the seating unit 20, and the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle unit 720 are adjusted. .

In addition, the massage process by the nozzle assembly 700 can be performed simultaneously or simultaneously with the massage process by any one or more of the above-described airbags 102, 122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, and 504. there is.

Accordingly, a user seated on the massage chair 10 can obtain a massage sensation and a thermal sensation in a desired manner at a desired location from the head to the thigh region.

2) Description of the fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the first embodiment

14 and 15, the fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the first embodiment will be described.

Fluid flows into the inside of the massage chair 10 through the fluid inlet 810. Specifically, fluid flows into the fluid receiving portion 820 mounted inside the seating portion 20.

At this time, the flow path connecting the fluid receiving part 820 and the fluid collecting part 830 is blocked by the first blocking member 832.

As the amount of fluid accommodated in the fluid receiving portion 820 increases, the level of the fluid accommodated in the fluid receiving portion 820 gradually rises, and the nozzle assembly 700 is submerged in the fluid.

At this time, the entire nozzle assembly 700 may be submerged in the fluid, or only a lower portion of the nozzle assembly 700 may be submerged. In any case, it will be sufficient if the fluid contained in the fluid receiving portion 820 flows into the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700 at a height that allows it to flow into the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700.

The above-described fluid introduction process can be performed automatically or manually.

First, we will explain how the fluid inflow process occurs automatically.

After the massage chair 10 operates, the control unit (not shown) replenishes the fluid according to the flow rate information or water level information detected by the flow meter (not shown) or water level sensor (not shown) provided in the fluid receiving unit 820. If it is determined that this is necessary, the fluid may be automatically replenished through the hose (H) connected to the fluid inlet 810.

Of course, even when the hose H is connected to the fluid inlet 810, the user may manually authorize the inflow of fluid.

Next, the manual process of fluid introduction will be explained.

The user recognizes visualization information about the flow rate information or water level information detected by a flow meter (not shown) or a water level detector (not shown) provided in the fluid receiving unit 820 through the manipulation unit 600 and directly connects the fluid inlet ( 810) can be opened to replenish the fluid.

The fluid introduced through each process flows into the body portion 710 through an inlet (not shown) formed in the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700 and through the nozzle portion 720 of the nozzle assembly 700. It is sprayed.

At this time, as described above, the nozzle assembly 700 can move inside the seating portion 20, and the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle portion 720 can be adjusted.

The fluid receiving portion 820 maintains a state filled with fluid while the massage chair 10 is operated. That is, part or all of the portion located inside the fluid receiving portion 820 of the nozzle assembly 700 is submerged in the fluid.

Accordingly, fluid is continuously supplied from the fluid receiving part 820 to the nozzle assembly 700, and accordingly, fluid injection from the nozzle part 720 is also continued, so there is no need for a separate fluid supply process while using the massage chair 10. Users can comfortably obtain a massage and heat sensation.

When the user ends the operation of the massage chair 10 or the nozzle assembly 700 ends for other reasons, the fluid discharge process proceeds. At this time, the used fluid can be used for the next use without discharging it.

In order to detect the appropriate time to discharge the fluid, a contamination sensor (not shown) may be provided in the fluid receiving unit 820 to detect the degree of contamination of the fluid, and the detected degree of contamination may be provided to the user as visualization information through the manipulation unit 600. can be provided to

The fluid discharge process can also be performed automatically or manually, similar to the fluid intake process.

First, we will explain how the fluid discharge process occurs automatically.

If the degree of contamination detected by a contamination sensor (not shown) provided inside the fluid receiving portion 820 exceeds a preset contamination standard, the massage chair 10 proceeds with the fluid discharge process after the massage is completed.

First, the first blocking member 832 and the second blocking member 834 of the fluid collection unit 830 are opened, and from the fluid receiving unit 820 through the fluid collecting unit 830 to the fluid storage unit 840. A flow path is formed.

As described above, the fluid receiving part 820 and the fluid collecting part 830 are formed so that the fluid moves downward, so the fluid moves to the fluid storage part 840 without applying a separate transfer force.

The first blocking member 832 and the second blocking member 834 are opened for a sufficient time so that no fluid remains in the nozzle assembly 700, the fluid receiving portion 820, and the fluid collecting portion 830.

The fluid collected in the fluid storage unit 840 is discharged through the fluid discharge unit 850.

At this time, the fluid discharge portion 850, which is connected in fluid communication with the fluid storage portion 840 and the hose (H) for automatic discharge, changes from the closed state to the open state, thereby discharging the fluid from the fluid storage portion 840. A discharge passage passing through the unit 850 and reaching the hose H is formed.

Next, the process in which the fluid discharge process is performed manually will be described.

When the operation of the massage chair 10 ends, the user inputs the fluid discharge process through the operation unit 600.

According to the input fluid discharge process, the first blocking member 832 and the second blocking member 834 of the fluid collection unit 830 are opened, allowing fluid to pass from the fluid receiving unit 820 through the fluid collection unit 830. A flow path leading to the storage unit 840 is formed.

At this time, the process of opening the first blocking member 832 and the second blocking member 834 may be performed directly by the user. To this end, the rear surface of the massage chair 10 may be formed to be detachable so that the user can access the fluid circulation unit 800.

As described above, the fluid receiving part 820 and the fluid collecting part 830 are formed so that the fluid moves downward, so the fluid moves to the fluid storage part 840 without applying a separate transfer force.

The first blocking member 832 and the second blocking member 834 are opened for a sufficient time so that no fluid remains in the nozzle assembly 700, the fluid receiving portion 820, and the fluid collecting portion 830.

The fluid collected in the fluid storage unit 840 is discharged through the fluid discharge unit 850.

Specifically, the user may open the fluid discharge unit 850, remove the fluid storage unit 840, and dispose of the fluid contained in the fluid storage unit 840. Alternatively, the fluid outlet 850 may automatically open when the first blocking member 832 and the second blocking member 834 are closed.

In addition, when the fluid discharge portion 850 is connected to the hose (H) in fluid communication, the fluid discharge portion 850 changes from the closed state to the open state, so that the fluid discharge portion 850 is discharged from the fluid storage portion 840. A discharge passage leading to the hose (H) may be formed.

3) Description of the fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the second embodiment

16 and 17, the fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the second embodiment will be described.

The fluid circulation process of this embodiment differs in the process in which fluid flows into the fluid circulation unit 800 and is sprayed by the nozzle assembly 700, and the explanation will focus on this.

Fluid flows into the inside of the massage chair 10 through the fluid inlet 810. At this time, unlike the first embodiment described above, the introduced fluid flows directly into the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700, which is connected to the oil inlet portion 810 and in fluid communication.

At this time, the flow path connecting the fluid receiving part 820 and the fluid collecting part 830 is blocked by the first blocking member 832.

The fluid flowing into the nozzle assembly 700 passes through the body portion 710 and is sprayed from the nozzle portion 720 with the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature adjusted as necessary.

The biggest difference from the first embodiment is that the fluid injected from the nozzle assembly 700 is accommodated in the fluid receiving portion 820, but the amount of fluid received increases until the level reaches the nozzle assembly 700. This means that it does not re-introduce into the assembly 700.

Of course, a separate fluid transfer device (not shown) may be provided to re-supply the fluid accommodated below the fluid receiving portion 820 to the nozzle assembly 700.

The above-described fluid introduction process can be performed automatically or manually.

First, we will explain how the fluid inflow process occurs automatically.

After the massage chair 10 operates, the control unit (not shown) replenishes the fluid according to the flow rate information or water level information detected by the flow meter (not shown) or water level sensor (not shown) provided in the fluid receiving unit 820. If it is determined that this is necessary, the fluid may be automatically replenished through the hose (H) connected to the fluid inlet 810.

Specifically, a flow path is formed from the hose H through the fluid inlet 810 to the body 710 of the nozzle assembly 700. As described above, the body portion 710 and the hose (H) are connected to enable fluid communication.

Of course, even when the hose H is connected to the fluid inlet 810, the user may manually authorize the inflow of fluid.

Next, the manual process of fluid introduction will be explained.

The user recognizes visualization information about the flow rate information or water level information detected by a flow meter (not shown) or a water level detector (not shown) provided in the fluid receiving unit 820 through the manipulation unit 600 and directly connects the fluid inlet ( 810) may be opened to replenish fluid in the nozzle assembly 700.

In order for a user to continuously receive a massage without additional fluid replenishment while using the massage chair 10, it would be more desirable for the fluid inflow process to proceed automatically.

The fluid introduced through each process flows into the body portion 710 of the nozzle assembly 700 and is injected through the nozzle portion 720 of the nozzle assembly 700.

If the injection of fluid through the nozzle unit 720 continues and the amount of fluid received in the fluid receiving part 820 increases, the fluid contained in the fluid receiving part 820 is transferred to the nozzle as in the case according to the first embodiment described above. It may be introduced back into the assembly 700 and sprayed.

At this time, as described above, the nozzle assembly 700 can move inside the seating portion 20, and the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from the nozzle portion 720 can be adjusted.

In addition, since the process of discharging the used fluid after the massage chair 10 stops operating is the same as the first embodiment described above, further description thereof will be omitted.

(2) Description of the process in which massage is performed on each part of the user's body by the massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments

The massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments of the present invention provides massage to each part of the user's body using the fluid sprayed from the nozzle assembly 700 and the fluid sprayed from the additional nozzle assembly 730. can be performed.

1) Description of the process in which massage is performed from the user's back to the thighs by the massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments

The process of performing a massage from the back to the thighs of the user by the massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments of the present invention is similar to the massage according to the first and second embodiments described above. This is the same as the process in which massage is performed on the chair 10.

2) Description of the process in which massage is performed on different body parts of the user by the massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments

The massage chair 10 according to the third and fourth embodiments of the present invention includes an additional nozzle assembly 730 mounted inside each airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504). Using this, massage can be performed on the user's shoulder area, arm area, calf area, foot area, and acupuncture points located in the corresponding areas excluding the back or thigh area.

The process of performing massage on each body part by the additional nozzle assembly 730 mounted inside each airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) is performed by the nozzle assembly 700. The process performed is the same, with the only difference being the area being massaged.

At this time, the additional nozzle assembly 730 may receive fluid from the fluid circulation unit 800 or directly from the outside of the massage chair 10.

Additionally, the fluid that has been sprayed may be returned to the fluid circulation unit 800 or directly to the outside of the massage chair 10.

To this end, as described above, the additional nozzle assembly 730 is connected to the fluid circulation unit 800 or the outside of the massage chair 10 to enable fluid communication.

3) Description of the fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the third embodiment

The fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the present embodiment is the fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the first embodiment described above. Same as

However, each airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) and the additional nozzle assembly (730) mounted on the airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) The only difference is that fluid is supplied and discharged.

4) Description of the fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the fourth embodiment

The fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the present embodiment is the fluid circulation process of the massage chair 10 including the fluid circulation unit 800 according to the second embodiment described above. Same as

However, each airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) and the additional nozzle assembly (730) mounted on the airbag (122, 204, 312, 402, 404, 406, 502, 504) The only difference is that fluid is supplied and discharged.

Although the present invention has been described above with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and changes to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention as set forth in the claims below. You will understand that it is possible.

10: Massage chair
20: Seating part
100: backrest part
102: Back airbag
110: head rest
120: Shoulder massage unit
122: shoulder airbag
200: Sheet part
204: Thigh airbag
300: support frame
310: Arm massage unit
312: arm airbag
312a: first arm airbag
312b: second arm airbag
312c: Third arm airbag
400: Calf massage unit
402: Lateral calf airbag
402a: first outer calf airbag
402b: Second outer calf airbag
404: Medial calf airbag
404a: first inner calf airbag
404b: second inner calf airbag
406: Rear calf airbag
406a: first rear calf airbag
406b: Second rear calf airbag
408: Calf massage ball
500: Foot massage unit
502: Foot airbag
502a: front foot airbag
502b: Instep airbag
504: sole airbag
506: Sole massage ball
600: Control panel
700: Nozzle assembly
710: body part
712: front side
720: nozzle part
722: first nozzle part
724: Second nozzle part
726: Third nozzle part
730: Additional nozzle assembly
731: Additional body part
731a: Body orientation side
732: Additional nozzle unit
732a: first additional nozzle unit
732b: Second additional nozzle unit
732c: Third additional nozzle unit
800: fluid circulation unit
810: fluid inlet
820: Fluid receiving part
830: fluid collection unit
832: first blocking member
834: second blocking member
840: fluid storage unit
850: fluid discharge unit
H: hose

Claims (30)

delete delete delete delete delete delete delete delete delete delete delete delete A backrest 100 including a back airbag 102 located on the front side, one side of which is rotatably connected to the backrest 100 and a thigh airbag 204 located on the front side. A seating portion 20 including a seat portion 200;
An arm massage unit 310 including an arm airbag 312 is formed inside the support frame 300 for fixing the seat unit 200;
A calf massage unit (400) rotatably connected to the front side of the seat unit (200) and including calf airbags (402, 404, 406) inside the seat unit (200); and
It is rotatably connected to one side of the calf massage unit 400 and includes a foot massage unit 500 including foot airbags 502 and 504 inside the calf massage unit 400,
An additional nozzle assembly ( 730) is installed,
The additional nozzle assembly 730,
An additional body portion 731 that receives fluid from the outside; and
An additional nozzle part 732 connected to the additional body part 731 in fluid communication and spraying the fluid at a directed point, the additional nozzle part configured to adjust the angle with respect to the additional body part 731. (732);
Air injection into each airbag and fluid injection through the additional nozzle assembly 730 are independently controlled,
Massage chair.
According to clause 13,
An additional nozzle assembly 730 inside each of the back airbag 102, thigh airbag 204, arm airbag 312, calf airbag 402, 404, 406, and foot airbag 502, 504. is implemented,
Massage chair.
According to clause 14,
The additional nozzle assembly 730,
It includes a plurality of additional nozzle units 732 that spray fluid toward the body of the massage chair 10,
Any one or more of the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from each of the additional nozzle units 732 can be adjusted independently of each other,
Massage chair.
According to clause 15,
The additional nozzle unit 732,
Nogung, Sobu, Naegwan, Hapgok, Gongchoi, Hugye, Jungjeo, Gwanjeong, Yeolgyeol, Taeyeon, Sinmun, Sosang, and Susamri acupuncture points located on the arms and hands;
Eumgok acupoint located in the thigh area;
Yangneungcheon, Joksamri, Pungryung, Eumreungcheon, Chukbin, Buryu, Seungsan, and Seunggeun acupoints located in the calf area; and
Spraying fluid onto any one or more of the acupuncture points of Jungdo, Daedo, Kunlun, Hyeonjong, Sameumgyo, Taegye, Buryu, Cheon, Taechung, Yongcheon, Silmyeon, and sole of the foot located in the foot area.
Massage chair.
According to clause 15,
The amount of air injected into any one or more of the back airbag 102, the thigh airbag 204, the arm airbag 312, the calf airbags 402, 404, 406, and the foot airbags 502, 504 is as follows. Can be adjusted according to one or more of the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from each of the additional nozzle units 732,
Massage chair.
According to clause 14,
The additional nozzle assembly 730,
The back airbag 102, the thigh airbag 204, the arm airbag 312, the calf airbags 402, 404, 406, and the foot airbags 502, 504, respectively, on the inside of the front, rear, and upper sides, Can be moved in one or more directions: down, left, or right,
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According to clause 14,
Comprising a nozzle assembly 700 mounted inside the seating portion 20,
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According to clause 19,
The nozzle assembly 700,
It includes a plurality of nozzle units 720 that spray fluid in a direction toward the backrest unit 100,
Any one or more of the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from each of the nozzle units 720 can be adjusted independently of each other,
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According to clause 20,
The nozzle unit 720,
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Massage chair.
According to clause 20,
The amount of air injected into any one or more of the back airbag 102, the thigh airbag 204, the arm airbag 312, the calf airbags 402, 404, 406, and the foot airbags 502, 504 is as follows. Can be adjusted according to one or more of the injection angle, injection amount, and temperature of the fluid sprayed from each nozzle unit 720,
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According to clause 20,
The nozzle assembly 700,
Can be moved in one or more directions of the front, rear, top, bottom, left, and right inside the seating portion 20,
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According to clause 23,
The nozzle assembly 700,
Can be moved in one or more directions of the upper, lower, left, and right sides in any one of the inside of the backrest portion 100 and the inside of the seat portion 200,
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According to clause 20,
It is mounted on the inside of the backrest 100 and includes a fluid circulation unit 800 connected to the nozzle assembly 700 in fluid communication,
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According to clause 25,
The fluid circulation unit 800 includes a fluid receiving unit 820 filled with fluid therein,
The nozzle assembly 700 is located inside the fluid receiving portion 820,
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According to clause 25,
The fluid circulation unit 800 includes a fluid receiving unit 820 forming a predetermined space inside the fluid circulation unit 800,
The nozzle assembly 700 is located inside the fluid receiving portion 820,
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According to claim 26 or 27,
Inside the support frame 300,
a fluid collection unit 830 connected to the fluid reception unit 820 in fluid communication; and
A fluid storage unit 840 connected to the fluid collection unit 830 in fluid communication is mounted,
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According to clause 28,
The fluid storage unit 840 is connected in fluid communication with the fluid discharge unit 850 formed on one side of the support frame 300.
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According to clause 28,
The fluid storage unit 840 is detachably accommodated inside the support frame 300,
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