KR20150073345A - Ear acupressure device - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to an ear acupressure device and aims to provide the ear acupressure device which helps an insomnia treatment by providing a method for stimulating an ear with a body unit, an acupressure unit, a driving unit, and a music play unit and music therapy with music. The ear acupressure device includes: a body unit (10) in the form of a headphone; an acupressure unit (20) prepared on both ends of the body unit (10) and having one or more bumps (210); and a driving unit (30) connected to the acupressure unit (20) to move the acupressure unit (20).

Description

Ear acupressure device

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention [0001] The present invention relates to a ear-foot pressure device, and more particularly, to a ear-foot pressure device that includes a body portion that surrounds an ear, a shi-pressure portion that presses the ear and a music reproduction portion that provides sound, ≪ / RTI >

In general, a ear canal device is a device capable of applying pressure to the ear. Specifically, the device capable of massaging the ear comprises an acupressure part and a driving part.

In 1990, 91 responses were received from the World Health Organization (WHO). The hemodynamic stimulation method has little side effects and can be used simply, and a device capable of stimulating the hemicycle has been continuously studied.

In addition, many problems caused by insomnia are highlighted in society at present. Insomnia causes many problems such as threatening the individual's health, causing depression, and causing social disorder, but currently sleeping pills are used as a common method for treating insomnia. This is because there are many problems that cause side effects, so it is necessary to research and develop a simple and effective sleep induction device without side effects.

Korean Patent Laid-Open No. 10-2009-0044983 discloses an ear massage device which can not directly stimulate hemicycle because the ears are massed or the beat is stimulated to massage the ear, there was.

Korean Patent Laid-Open Publication No. 10-2006-0013338 discloses an earphone type ear acupuncturist that can stimulate the ear acupoint with an extremely low frequency. However, since the ear is stimulated by vibration, The effect of acupressure is reduced, and stimulation is performed by simply using vibration, so that there is no separate device capable of inducing sleep, which is a problem that is difficult to apply to the treatment of insomnia.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made in order to solve the above-mentioned problems, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a musical note reproducing apparatus, in which a ear- To provide a musculoskeletal device which simultaneously provides music therapies to assist in insomnia.

In addition, by providing three to five pressure-sensitive portions, it is possible to apply pressure to each part of the ear to make it more effective and to provide an infrared ray generator capable of sterilizing and disinfecting the pressure-sensitive portion, so that the device can be used more hygienically, To provide a user with a comfortable feeling and to provide relief from insomnia.

The technical object of the present invention is not limited to the above-mentioned technical objects and other technical objects which are not mentioned can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description will be.

In order to accomplish the object of the present invention, according to one aspect of the present invention, a ear-foot pressure device includes a headphone-shaped body portion; An acupressure part provided at both ends of the body part and having at least one projection; A drive unit connected to the finger pressure unit, and a music reproducing unit provided at both ends of the body unit.

According to the present invention, since the ear canal pressure device directly pressurizes the acupressure part by using a driving part that makes it possible to directly press the acupressure part against the bloodthirst, it is possible to more effectively perform the blood drawing stimulation and to provide the music regenerating part By doing so, it has the effect of helping to treat insomnia.

In addition, by providing the acupressure part divided into three to five acupressure parts for applying pressure to the ear, the acupressure effect can be made to fit each part, and the acupressure effect can be made better. By providing the infrared ray generation part, the acupressure device can be used more hygienically. To provide comfort to the user to help the treatment of insomnia has the advantage.

Further, by making the user set the driving time so as not to be disturbed by the water surface, the user has the effect of enabling the user to take sleep more effectively without being disturbed by the water surface.

On the other hand, by providing a driving unit driven by an electric motor or an air pump, it is possible to improve the effect of diabetes knee pressure.

In addition, by providing the lid portion, the user can wear the ear canal pressure device comfortably without any sense of rejection, and by using the lid portion, it is possible to cut off the external noise and take a good sleep.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an ear-foot pressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view showing a ear-foot pressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 3 is a view showing a pressure-applying part of the ear-foot pressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
4 is a photograph showing the ear-foot pressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 5 is a photograph showing the cover of the ear canal according to the embodiment of the present invention removed. FIG.
6 is a block diagram illustrating a driving unit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The sizes and shapes of the components shown in the drawings may be exaggerated for clarity and convenience. In addition, terms defined in consideration of the configuration and operation of the present invention may be changed according to the intention or custom of the user, the operator. Definitions of these terms should be based on the content of this specification. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications and variations can be made in the present invention without departing from the spirit or scope of the inventions. Of course.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an ear-foot pressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Hereinafter, the description will be made with reference to FIG. 1, and the components not shown in FIG. 1 are referred to as separate reference drawings.

The ear-foot pressure device according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises a body 10, a pressure-sensitive part 20, a driving part 30, and a music reproducing part 40.

In one aspect of the present invention, the body portion 10 is provided in the form of a headphone. That is, it is provided in the form of a headphone so that the user can simply wear it. Both ends of the body portion 10 are connected to the acupressure part 20, the music reproducing part 40, and the like to be described later.

2 and 3, the acupressure part 20 is provided at both ends of the body part 10 and has at least one protrusion 210. [ The projection 210 of the acupressure part 20 is formed on the acupressure part 20 so as to correspond to hemorrhage. More specifically, one or more protrusions 210 are provided on one surface of the acupressure part 20 to be connected to a driving part 30 to be described later so that the acupressure part 20 can stimulate bloodsucking by the user. This has the effect of more effectively applying acupressure because the acupressure part 20 stimulates the blood of the accumulation user. Specifically, the acupressure part 20 comprises a protrusion 210 and a support plate 220 having the protrusion 210.

According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the pressure plate 220 is composed of one or more (Fig. 3 (c)), and each pressure plate 220 is independently driven. It is possible to stimulate the respective hemicenses of the ears through the independently operated respective platelets 220 so as to more effectively use the hemostatic stimulation method. This can stimulate blood flow in a variety of ways and procedures, which can help to treat insomnia.

According to another embodiment, the upper limit pressure portion 20 is constituted by a single pressure plate 220, and in this case, the pressure plate 220 may be made of a silicon material. Silicone material makes it possible to apply pressure to the body so that it does not go unnoticed. In the case of this embodiment, when the driving unit 30 to be described later is driven by the air pump method, it is preferable because the silicone pressure plate 220 moves horizontally according to the inflated air pressure to stimulate the ear.

The driving part 30 is connected to the pressure applying part 20 so that the projection 210 of the pressure applying part 20 can move in the horizontal direction (ear direction). That is, connected to the acupressure part 20 so that the acupressure part 20 (more specifically, the protrusion 210) can stimulate bloodsucking. The driving unit 30 may be provided outside the body 10 to drive the pressing unit 20 and may be manufactured in a small size so that the pressing unit 20 can be driven within the body 10 .

According to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the driving unit 30 can operate as a power supply unit for driving an electric motor. In this case, it is possible to directly drive the acupressure part 20 in the body part 10, Thereby allowing the portion 20 to move in the horizontal direction. The driving unit 30 may be located outside the headphone and the electric motor 230 corresponding to each of the acupressure units 20 may be provided inside the acupressure unit 20, . At this time, the driving tube 340 supplies electric power to the electric motor 230 from the driving unit 30 located at the outside as a connection part for electric power supply. Referring to FIG. 3 (a), each electric motor 230 is internally provided and connected to the pressure-sensitive part 20, and the driving part 30 is disposed as an external power supply device. According to a preferred embodiment, the electric motor 230 is connected to each of the at least one pressure plate 220 constituting the pressure-sensitive portion 20 so that each of the at least one pressure plate 220 can be independently driven. Since a known technique is used for the driving method of the electric motor, a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

According to another embodiment of the present invention, the driving unit 30 may be provided by an air pump. In this case, pressure (pressure) is applied from the outside of the body 10 through the driving tube 340, So that the acupressure part 20 can stimulate bloodsucking. Referring to FIG. 3 (b), when the air pump is provided, each of the driving pipes 340 is connected to the air bag 240 of each of the acupressure part 20 to drive the acupressure part 20, It stimulates. Air pressure is applied to the air bladder 240 inside the pressure applying part 20 through the driving tube 340 so that the air bladder 240 expands and the projection 210 And can be driven so as to stimulate the user's hemicycle. In this case, the air bag 240 can be positioned inside the pressure-sensitive portion 20. In this case, the material of the pressure-sensitive portion 20 can be inflated only toward the ear side, as shown in FIG. 3 (b) It is preferable that one side is made of a continuous quality material (for example, silicon material) and the opposite side material is made of a hard material which does not inflate.

Referring to FIG. 2, the music playback unit 40 is provided at both ends of the body 10. The music playback unit 40 provides a user with music therapy as well as a blood-stimulation method, thereby making it possible to assist the user in treating insomnia. The music reproducing unit 40 may be provided as a speaker and connected to the driving unit 30 to output the music reproduced by the driving unit 30 through the music reproducing unit 40. [

In another aspect of the present invention, the infrared ray generator 50 is provided at one end of the acupressure part 20. The infrared ray generator 50 can sterilize the ear canal using the infrared rays, thereby making it possible to use the product more hygienically, and to transmit heat to the user using the heat generated in the infrared rays. It makes you feel comfortable and helps you to treat insomnia.

According to another embodiment of the present invention, as shown in FIG. 3, since the heat generating unit 211 is provided at one end of the protrusion 210, the heat can be simultaneously transmitted when the protrusion 210 stimulates the blood It can be a big help for the treatment of insomnia. The heat generating part 211 may be formed by providing an electric hot wire inside the protrusion 210. In this case, the protruding part 210 is preferably made of a silicone material to facilitate heat conduction.

In another aspect of the present invention, referring to FIG. 6, the driving unit 30 includes a time control unit 310. The time control unit 310 makes it possible to control the operation time of the ear-foot pressure device, thereby stopping the operation at a time designated by the user. This allows the user to take a good night's sleep by stopping the ear defibrillator after a certain period of time because it can interfere with sleep if the ear defibrillator, which can help with insomnia, keeps running.

Referring to FIG. 6, the driving unit 30 includes a control unit 320 and a communication unit 330. The control unit 320 controls the overall operation of the driving unit 30 and drives the shaking part 20 using energy generated by the driving unit 30 and controls music data for music reproduction I will be in charge. The communication unit 330 is connected to an external device so as to transmit and receive data on the diapause pressure method. An external device is a device such as a computer, a mobile terminal, a tablet, a USB, a memory card, or the like. The data related to the acupressure system transmitted by the communication unit 330 is stored in the controller 320. The controller 320 controls the acupressure unit 20 according to the input blood pressure, Which makes it possible to shave your ears. For example, a user may download an app using a smart phone, set the user's desired setting, transmit data through the communication unit 330, apply data to the control unit 320, Make the acupressure device available. The communication unit 330 can use both wired and wireless communication, and the communication unit 330 can also provide a means such as an interface. This makes it simpler for users to perform user settings without additional equipment, simplifying the use of earpieces. The driving unit 30 can supply power to the music reproducing unit 40, the acupressure unit 20, and the infrared ray generating unit 50 using an external power source or an internal power source such as a battery.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the lid portion 60 is provided in the form of wrapping the pressure-sensitive portion 20. The lid portion 60 protects the ear of the user, protects the acupressure part 20, and functions to prevent damage to the product. More specifically, the center of the lid portion 60 is provided with a groove so that the pressure-sensitive portion 20 can contact the ear. The lid portion 60 is made of a material having elasticity. This makes it more comfortable for the user to wear when using ear guages. The cover 60 may be formed of at least one selected from the group consisting of leather, sponge, cotton, cloth, nylon, and fiber. Further, the music reproducing unit may be provided on the cover.

It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics thereof.

10: body part, 20: acupressure part,
30: driving unit, 40: music reproducing unit,
50: infrared ray generator, 60: lid,
210: projection, 211: heating portion,
220: a platen, 230: an electric motor,
240: air pocket,
310: time control unit, 320: control unit,
330: communication unit, 340: driving tube.

Claims (15)

A headphone-shaped body 10;
An acupressure part 20 provided at both ends of the body part 10 and having at least one protrusion 210;
A driving unit 30 connected to the pressure-applying unit 20 and moving the pressure-applying unit 20; And
And a music reproducing unit (40) provided at both ends of the body part (10).
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the pressure-sensitive portion (20) is constituted by one or more pressure plates (220), and each pressure plate (220) is independently driven.
3. The method of claim 2,
Wherein the pressure plate (220) has 3 to 5 pressure points.
The method according to claim 1,
Characterized in that the projection (20) has a heating portion (211) at one end.
The method according to claim 1,
And an infrared ray generator (50) provided at one end of the acupressure part (20).
The method according to claim 1,
The driving unit 30 includes a time control unit 310,
Wherein the time control unit (310) controls the operation time.
The method according to claim 1,
The driving unit 30 is provided as a power supply,
Wherein the driving unit (30) moves the pressure applying unit (20) through the electric motor (230).
The method according to claim 1,
The driving unit 30 is provided as an air pump,
Wherein the drive unit (30) moves the pressure applying unit (20) by air pressure supplied through the drive pipe (340).
9. The method of claim 8,
The acupressure part 20 has at least one air bag 240 therein,
And supplies air pressure to the air bag (240) through the at least one drive pipe (340).
10. The method of claim 9,
Wherein the driving tube (340) selectively supplies air pressure to the air bladder (240).
10. The method of claim 9,
Characterized in that one side of the acupressure part (20) is made of an expandable serial material and the other side is made of a light material.
The method according to claim 1,
The driving unit 30 includes a control unit 320 and a communication unit 330,
The communication unit 330 may be connected to an external device to transmit /
Wherein the control unit (320) recognizes the acupressure system and drives the ear canal pressure device.
The method according to claim 1,
And a lid part (60) provided to surround the pressure-sensitive part (20).
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the pressure-sensitive part (20) is made of a silicone material.
The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the projections (210) of the acupressure part (20) are formed on the acupressure part (20) so as to correspond to the hemicycle.

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