KR20230175136A - Female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device, user terminal associated with this device, and female pelvic floor muscle management device - Google Patents

Abstract

We present a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device that solves problems caused by weakened pelvic floor muscles in women, a user terminal linked to this device, and a female pelvic floor muscle management device. The presented female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device is a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device that is inserted and used inside the user's body. It includes a communication module that performs wireless communication with the user terminal, an input module that inputs the usage time, and a light emitting device inside the user's body during the usage time. A light source module that transmits energy and heat energy, a temperature sensing module that senses the temperature caused by light energy and heat energy in the light source module, a vaginal pressure measurement module that measures vaginal pressure, and a light source module in real time based on the temperature sensed by the temperature sensing module. It includes a control module that controls the output amount of light energy and heat energy and wirelessly transmits the measured vaginal pressure to the user terminal through a communication module.

Description

Female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device, user terminal associated with this device, and female pelvic floor muscle management device}

The present invention relates to a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device, a user terminal associated with the device, and a female pelvic floor muscle management device. More specifically, a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device that strengthens women's pelvic floor muscles and improves uterine health; It relates to a user terminal and a female pelvic floor muscle management device linked to this device.

One in three women suffer from weak pelvic floor muscles (also called "pelvic floor muscles").

Weakened pelvic floor muscles due to childbirth, menopause, and aging cause various health problems such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, constipation, and uterine prolapse.

Urinary incontinence and uterine prolapse cause physical and mental pain such as pain during sexual intercourse, social phobia, and depression, and reduce women's quality of life.

In particular, if you have a lower body disorder, the weakening of your pelvic floor muscles accelerates and the likelihood of suffering from a serious disease increases.

However, most people experience symptoms due to weakened pelvic floor muscles, but the problem is neglected.

Due to a lack of means to communicate proper knowledge and management measures regarding pelvic floor muscles and women's sexual health, awareness of the problem and provision of solutions are insufficient.

The matters described in the above background technology are intended to aid understanding of the background of the invention and may include matters that are not disclosed prior art.

Prior art: Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2016-0086374 (2016.07.19.)

The present invention was proposed in consideration of the above-described conventional circumstances, and provides a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device, a user terminal linked to the device, and a female pelvic floor muscle management device to solve problems caused by weakened pelvic floor muscles in women. There is a purpose.

In order to achieve the above object, a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention,

It is a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device that is inserted into the user's body and used,

A communication module that performs wireless communication with a user terminal;

Input module for entering usage time;

A light source module that transmits light energy and heat energy to the inside of the user's body during the use time;

a temperature sensing module that senses temperature caused by light energy and heat energy from the light source module;

Vaginal pressure measurement module that measures vaginal pressure; and

It includes a control module that controls the output amount of light energy and heat energy of the light source module in real time based on the temperature sensed by the temperature sensing module, and wirelessly transmits the measured vaginal pressure to the user terminal through the communication module. ,

It further includes a vibration module that transmits vibration to the inside of the user's body during the use time under the control of the control module,

The vibration module is,

a first motor that transmits vibration to the upper part of the user's vagina; and

It includes a second motor that transmits vibration to the user's pelvic floor muscles,

The exterior of the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 is made of high-durometer medical silicone material or transparent liquid crystal polymer,

The light source module 40 is installed inside the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100,

The light source module 40 includes one or more red LEDs and one or more UV (ultraviolet)-B LEDs,

The light source module 40 includes an LED driver responsible for driving the red LED and UV-B LED,

The LEDs of the light source module 40 may consist of at least six LEDs, and are arranged in different positions on the left and right,

The one or more red LEDs above output red light energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina and output a wavelength of 640 nm to 680 nm,

The one or more red LEDs above output heat energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina and output a wavelength of 640 nm to 680 nm,

One or more UV (ultraviolet)-B LEDs output UV (ultraviolet)-B light energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina, and output UV (ultraviolet)-B light energy with a wavelength of 310 nm to 315 nm,

If the user's vaginal pressure value is 10 mmHg or more to 20 mmHg, the control module 430 diagnoses the degree of vaginal relaxation as slack, determines that the exercise is at a stage where exercise should be continued, and performs the corresponding We create and suggest exercise programs that

If the user's vaginal pressure value is 20 mmHg or more to 30 mmHg, the control module 430 diagnoses the degree of vaginal relaxation as being in a normal state and generates and proposes a corresponding exercise program.

If the user's vaginal pressure value is 30 mmHg or more to 40 mmHg, the control module 430 diagnoses the degree of vaginal relaxation as being in an excited state, and determines that the exercise is at a stage where improvement is required. , creates and proposes a corresponding exercise program,

If the user's vaginal pressure value is 40 mmHg or more, the control module 430 determines that the degree of vaginal relaxation is in peak form, determines that the exercise is at a stage where exercise must be maintained, and performs the corresponding It is characterized by creating and suggesting an exercise program that does,

The vaginal pressure measurement module 60 is installed inside the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100,

Depending on the results of vaginal pressure measurement, the condition of the vagina and pelvic floor muscles can be known.

After inserting the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 into the vagina, force is applied to the vaginal muscles according to a signal from the user terminal 200, and then the maximum time that can be endured is maintained, and the vaginal pressure measurement module 60 ) outputs vaginal pressure measurement results according to the maximum force, minimum force, and holding time,

The control module 430 determines (diagnoses) the status of individual muscles (vagina, pelvic floor muscles) in real time by identifying individual exercise situations in real time based on each user's usage history and vaginal pressure, and the control module 430 ) provides a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device characterized by creating and providing a personalized management plan for each user.

In addition, the vibration module,

Operates in multiple vibration modes,

It transmits 80Hz sound waves into the user's vagina and pelvic floor muscles.

In addition, the vaginal pressure measurement module,

Vaginal pressure is measured before and after exercise.

In addition, the communication module,

It communicates wirelessly with the user terminal using Bluetooth.

According to the present invention with this configuration, a device using heat, light, and vibration technology can strengthen women's pelvic floor muscles and improve uterine health.

By using lukewarm heat energy and light (UV free LED red lights) energy, it is possible to increase blood flow and regenerate collagen in the tissues within the uterus.

Light-emitting and heating functions can be performed simultaneously using high-output LEDs.

By attaching a temperature sensor, the internal temperature of the device can be monitored in real time and controlled to prevent overheating above a certain temperature.

Sonic Vibration can be used to improve the elasticity of endometrial muscles and pelvic floor muscles can be strengthened using various wavelengths.

Accurate vibration patterns can be achieved with PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) control.

Vibration patterns can be selected and used in the mobile application, and various vibration patterns can be checked and selected according to the purpose of use.

Linkage with mobile applications can support more accurate and effective device use.

Depending on the purpose of using the device (improvement of urinary incontinence, intrauterine health management, postpartum care, etc.), you can set the level of use and adjust the period of use, time of use, and intensity.

By allowing you to check device usage history, you can support continuous and effective use.

It can provide related content such as pelvic floor muscle exercise methods and women's health management plans.

1 is an overall system configuration diagram of an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a perspective view of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device shown in Figure 1.
Figure 3 is a configuration diagram of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device shown in Figure 1.
FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining an example of use of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device shown in FIG. 1.
FIG. 5 is a configuration diagram of the user terminal shown in FIG. 1.
Figures 6 and 7 are diagrams showing examples of application screens of the user terminal shown in Figure 1.
FIG. 8 is a configuration diagram of the server shown in FIG. 1.

Since the present invention can make various changes and have various embodiments, specific embodiments will be illustrated in the drawings and described in detail.

However, this is not intended to limit the present invention to specific embodiments, and should be understood to include all changes, equivalents, and substitutes included in the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

The terms used in this application are only used to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention. Singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. In this application, terms such as “comprise” or “have” are intended to designate the presence of features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in the specification, but are not intended to indicate the presence of one or more other features. It should be understood that this does not exclude in advance the possibility of the existence or addition of elements, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as commonly understood by a person of ordinary skill in the technical field to which the present invention pertains. Terms defined in commonly used dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with the meaning in the context of the related technology, and should not be interpreted in an ideal or excessively formal sense unless explicitly defined in the present application. No.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the attached drawings. In order to facilitate overall understanding when describing the present invention, the same reference numerals are used for the same components in the drawings, and duplicate descriptions for the same components are omitted.

1 is an overall system configuration diagram of an embodiment of the present invention.

The system of FIG. 1 may include a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100, a user terminal 200, a network 300, and a server 400.

The female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 and the user terminal 200 can communicate with each other using Bluetooth. For example, they can communicate with each other using Bluetooth Smart/Bluetooth Low Energy.

Preferably, one or more female pelvic floor muscle strengthening devices 100 may be paired for each user terminal 200.

Meanwhile, the user terminal 200 may be implemented as a computer capable of accessing the server 400 through the network 300. Here, the computer may include, for example, a laptop, desktop, laptop, etc. equipped with a web browser.

Additionally, the user terminal 200 may be implemented as a terminal device capable of accessing the server 400 through the network 300. Terminal devices are, for example, wireless communication devices that ensure portability and mobility, such as PCS (Personal Communication System), GSM (Global System for Mobile communications), PDC (Personal Digital Cellular), PHS (Personal Handyphone System), and PDA ( Personal Digital Assistant), IMT (International Mobile Telecommunication)-2000, CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access)-2000, W-CDMA (W-Code Division Multiple Access), Wibro (Wireless Broadband Internet) terminal, smartphone, It may include all types of handheld wireless communication devices such as smartpads, tablet PCs, etc.

The network 300 may refer to a connection structure that allows information exchange between nodes such as the user terminal 200 and the server 400.

For example, the wireless communication network 300 includes wireless LAN (WLAN), Wireless Broadband (Wibro), WCDMA (Wideband CDMA), IEEE 802.16, and Long Term Evolution (LTE). )), LTE-A (Long Term Evolution-Advanced), Bluetooth, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), Infrared Data Association (IrDA), UWB (Ultra-Wideband), ZigBee, adjacent magnetic field It may include, but is not limited to, communication (Near Field Communication (NFC)), ultrasonic communication (Ultra Sound Communication (USC)), visible light communication (VLC), and Wi-Fi. no.

Meanwhile, the wired communication network 300 includes wired LAN (Local Area Network), wired WAN (Wide Area Network), Power Line Communication (PLC), USB communication, Ethernet, and serial communication. communication), optical/coaxial cable communication, etc., but is not limited thereto.

The server 400 stores the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app (APP), and the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app can be downloaded to the terminal 200 of a user who has registered as a member (e.g., paid member, free member). . Here, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app can be updated.

The server 400 manages the usage history of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 for each member, and can create and provide a management plan suitable for the member based on various usage histories for each member. Here, the management plan may be optimized for the user's purpose, ranging from preventive use for health promotion to use for improving symptoms such as improving urinary incontinence, postpartum care, and improving uterine health. An example of a management plan may be an exercise program created based on the condition of the pelvic floor muscles and vagina of the user (member) diagnosed based on vaginal pressure before and after exercise.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 shown in FIG. 1.

The female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 is used by being inserted into the body of a user (female).

The female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device (100) is ergonomically designed based on the average erection angle of the male penis (approximately 8 to 15 degrees) so that the upper part can be inserted in the most natural contact with the vagina.

In addition, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 is designed to enable efficient exercise with minimal energy loss.

The female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device (100) can regenerate collagen in the tissues surrounding the vagina and promote regeneration by increasing microcirculation and blood flow, and maintain bone density by increasing the elasticity of the endometrium and pelvic muscles and producing vitamin D. It can increase immunity.

The interior of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device (100) may have a plastic assembly structure, but the outside of the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device (100) is coated with medical silicone material, making it easy to insert into the human body and having a waterproof function to improve the device's performance. It can be protected.

Here, the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 may refer to a part that is inserted into the user's (female) body. For example, the exterior of the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 is made of high-durometer medical silicone material, is colorless and transparent (water-clear), and has very little structural deformation. You can have Alternatively, the exterior of the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 is made of an opaque liquid crystal polymer. Alternatively, the exterior of the upper portion of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 may be made of both a high-durometer medical grade silicone material and a transparent liquid crystal polymer.

An input module 20 including various buttons may be installed at the lower part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100.

Here, the input module 20 may include a power button 21 and a time button 22. The power button 21 may be a button for operating the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100. The time button 22 can select a usage time (eg, 6 minutes, 9 minutes, 12 minutes, etc.).

Meanwhile, a plurality of display members 23a, 23b, and 23c may be formed around the input module 20. The plurality of display members 23a, 23b, and 23c may output light of a predetermined color when the power button 21 or the time button 22 is pressed. At this time, green light or red light can be output from the plurality of display members 23a, 23b, and 23c depending on the charging state and charging progress of the battery in the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100. For example, if the light is green, the battery's charging status and charging progress can be considered good, and if the light is red, the battery's charging status and charging progress can be considered insufficient. On the other hand, in order to easily check the charging status and charging progress of the battery in the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100, an LED (not shown) is installed on the rear C type terminal of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 to determine whether or not there is a light. It can be displayed as .

Although not shown in the drawing, a case (not shown) is provided to cover the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100, and the case can hygienically protect the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 from household contamination before and after use. there is.

FIG. 3 is a configuration diagram of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 shown in FIG. 1.

The female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device (100) includes a communication module (10), an input module (20), a vibration module (30), a light source module (40), a temperature sensing module (50), a vaginal pressure measurement module (60), and a control module ( 70), and may include a power module 80.

The communication module 10 can exchange data with the user terminal 200. The communication module 10 can exchange data with the user terminal 200 using Bluetooth.

The input module 20 can input operation commands and usage times for the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100.

The vibration module 30 can transmit direct vibration (eg, sonic vibration) by targeting the user's vagina and pelvic floor muscles.

The vibration module 30 may be installed inside the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100.

The vibration module 30 may include at least two motors. Additionally, the vibration module 30 may include a motor driver responsible for driving two motors. It can be done in the form of one motor driver connected to one motor.

For example, if the vibration module 30 includes two motors, the two motors can be connected in series. Here, the upper motor (first motor) can directly transmit vibration targeting the upper part of the vagina, and the lower motor (second motor) can directly transmit vibration targeting the pelvic floor muscles. At this time, vibration can be transmitted by driving two motors simultaneously or separately.

The vibration module 30 can operate in approximately 6 to 10 vibration modes and transmit sound waves of approximately 80 Hz into the vagina and pelvic floor muscles.

*The vibration module 30 can implement an accurate vibration pattern through PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) control. Additionally, a vibration pattern can be selected and used in the user terminal 200.

By operating the vibration module 30, it is possible to improve the elasticity of the endometrial muscles and strengthen the pelvic floor muscles using various wavelengths.

The light source module 40 can deliver light energy and heat energy by targeting the user's vagina and pelvic floor muscles.

The light source module 40 may be installed inside the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100.

The light source module 40 may include one or more red LEDs, one or more UV (ultraviolet)-B LEDs, and one or more UV-C LEDs. Additionally, the light source module 40 may include an LED driver responsible for driving the red LED, UB-B LED, and UV-C LED.

For example, the light source module 40 may consist of approximately six LEDs and may be placed in different positions on the left and right.

The one or more red LEDs above can output red light energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina, and can output a wavelength of approximately 640 nm to 680 nm, and the power consumption at this time is approximately 15 mW. And, the energy density when the usage time is 6 minutes is approximately 7.38j/cm ² , when the usage time is 9 minutes the energy density is approximately 11.07j/cm ² , and when the usage time is 12 minutes the energy density is approximately It is approximately 14.76j/cm ² .

The light energy output from the red LED can regenerate collagen in the tissues surrounding the vagina and prevent vaginal dryness.

In addition, the one or more red LEDs can output low heat energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina. They can output a wavelength of approximately 640 nm to 680 nm, and the power consumption at this time is approximately 15 mW. And, when the usage time is 6 to 10 minutes, the temperature is about 40℃ to 42℃, and when the usage time is 12 minutes, the temperature is about 40℃ to 44℃.

The low heat energy output from the red LED can help increase microcirculation and blood flow.

One or more UV-B LEDs can output UV-B light energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina, with a wavelength of approximately 310 nm to 315 nm. .

The UV (ultraviolet)-B light energy output from the above UV-B LED regulates calcium metabolism by promoting the production (formation) of vitamin D in the body, thereby maintaining female bone density, increasing immunity, and serotonin. It brings about effects such as creation.

The temperature sensing module 50 may sense the temperature caused by light energy and heat energy in the light source module 40 near the light source module 40 to prevent overheating in the light source module 40 .

The temperature sensing module 50 may be installed inside the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100.

The temperature sensed by the temperature sensing module 50 is provided to the control module 70, and the control module 70 prevents the light source module 40 from overheating based on the received temperature. That is, the control module 70 can automatically adjust the temperature to prevent the light source module 40 from overheating. Here, preventing the light source module 40 from overheating may mean preventing the internal temperature of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 from rising above a certain level. Therefore, the control module 70 can monitor the internal temperature of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 in real time based on the temperature sensing module 50 and perform thermal control in real time to prevent the temperature from rising above a certain temperature. Here, thermal control may mean controlling the output amount of light energy and heat energy of the light source module 40.

In this way, the reason for preventing overheating of the light source module 40 based on the temperature sensed by the temperature sensing module 50 is to prevent possible damage due to overheating. If damage occurs due to overheating, use of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 may be rejected.

The vaginal pressure measurement module 60 can measure vaginal pressure. It is desirable to measure vaginal pressure before and after exercise.

The vaginal pressure measurement module 60 may be installed inside the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100.

Depending on the results of vaginal pressure measurement, the condition of the vagina and pelvic floor muscles can be known.

After inserting the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 into the vagina, force is applied to the vagina muscles according to a signal from the user terminal 200 and then held for the maximum time that can be endured. Accordingly, the vaginal pressure measurement module 60 may output vaginal pressure measurement results according to the maximum force, minimum force, and holding time.

The control module 70 can control the overall operation of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100.

The control module 70 may refer to a device that can perform a series of calculations or judgments for the operation of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100. For example, the control module 70 may be a central processing unit (CPU), a micro controller unit (MCU), a graphical processing unit (GPU), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), or a field programmable gate array (FPGA). , but is not limited to this.

Additionally, in an embodiment of the present invention, the control module 70 may include at least one processor. At least one processor may control operations performed by the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 and may control other components included in the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 so that the pelvic floor muscle strengthening operation is performed. Therefore, even if the control module 70 controls the pelvic floor muscle strengthening operation to be performed as an example, it is obvious that at least one processor included in the control module 70 can control the pelvic floor muscle strengthening operation to be performed. I will do it.

The control module 70 can operate the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 by controlling the vibration module 30 and the light source module 40 based on the operation command from the input module 20 and the usage time.

Additionally, the control module 70 can control the light source module 40 in real time based on the temperature from the temperature sensing module 50.

The control module 70 may transmit the vaginal pressure measured by the vaginal pressure measurement module 60 to the user terminal 200 through the communication module 10.

The power module 80 can supply the necessary power to the internal components of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100. If desired, power module 80 may include a rechargeable battery.

An example of the use of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 described above will be described with reference to FIG. 4 as follows.

First, the user presses the power button 21 of the input module 20 of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100.

Then, the display members 23a, 23b, and 23c output green or red light for approximately 3 seconds. Here, turning on and off the display members 23a, 23b, and 23c will be controlled by the control module 70.

Afterwards, the user presses the time button 22 to select the desired usage time. For example, pressing the time button 22 once may mean 6 minutes of use, pressing it twice may mean 9 minutes of use, and pressing it three times may mean 12 minutes of use. Accordingly, the control module 70 counts the number of times the time button 22 is pressed and determines the usage time based on the counted number of times. Additionally, the control module 70 can cause only the display member 23a to light when the usage time is determined to be 6 minutes. If the usage time is set to 9 minutes, the control module 70 can cause only the display member 23b to light, and if the usage time is set to 12 minutes, the control module 70 can cause only the display member 23c to light.

In this way, when the user presses the power button 21 again after completing the selection of the desired usage time, the control module 70 considers the usage time as confirmed and operates the vibration module 30 and the light source module 40 to vibrate. and output light energy (red light energy, UV-B light energy, UV-C light energy) and heat energy.

Afterwards, the user lies down with his/her body on the floor, raises his/her legs to 90 degrees, and spreads them shoulder-width apart.

Then, the user simply inserts the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 into the vaginal canal.

FIG. 5 is a configuration diagram of the user terminal 200 shown in FIG. 1, and FIGS. 6 and 7 are diagrams showing an example application screen of the user terminal shown in FIG. 1.

The user terminal 200 may include a communication module 212, a storage module 214, an app running module 216, an input module 218, a display module 220, and a control module 222.

The communication module 212 can exchange data with the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100. The communication module 212 can exchange data with the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 via Bluetooth.

Additionally, the communication module 212 can exchange data with the server 400 through the network 300.

For example, the communication module 212 receives vaginal pressure from the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 and sends the received vaginal pressure to the server 400 through the network 300 under the control of the control module 222. Can be transmitted.

The storage module 214 may store data necessary for the operation of the user terminal 200.

The storage module 214 may store a program consisting of instructions for performing a series of operations performed by the user terminal 200.

The storage module 214 may include a non-volatile memory device or a volatile memory device. Depending on the embodiment, the storage module 214 may be included in the control module 222, but is not limited thereto.

The storage module 214 can store personal information and login information of registered users. Of course, as necessary, in order to facilitate data transmission to the server 400 (e.g., to resolve bottlenecks), the storage module 214 temporarily suspends data (e.g., pressure, etc.) to be transmitted to the server 400. You can save it.

Additionally, the storage module 214 may store a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app (APP) from the server 400. The female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app is intended to interface with users who use the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device (100). When a user signs up, the server 400 can download the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app (APP), so the user terminal 200 receives and stores the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app through the communication module 212. It can be stored in module 214. The above-mentioned membership registration may be free membership registration or paid membership registration.

A female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app can consist of a variety of contents.

For example, a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app may display a login screen on the display module 220. Login information (e.g., user ID, password) entered through the login screen is transmitted to the control module 222, and the control module 222 continues activation of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app based on the received login information. You can control it. Of course, the control module 222 can transmit the personal information and login information of the registered user to the server 400 through the communication module 212.

Additionally, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app may display a target level setting screen (see FIG. 6) on the display module 220. Here, the target level may include, for example, beginner level, intermediate level, advance level, maintenance level, etc. Accordingly, the user can set a desired target level, and the set target level can be transmitted to the control module 222. When setting the goal level, you can additionally set training alarms. Additionally, the control module 222 may transmit the target level set by the user to the server 400 through the communication module 212.

Additionally, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app can display usage statistics (daily statistics, weekly statistics, monthly statistics) (see FIG. 6) on the display module 220. In daily statistics, weekly statistics, and monthly statistics, total daily usage time, weekly total usage time, and monthly total usage time can be displayed in graphs (e.g., bar graphs) and tables. Such usage statistics information can be provided by the server 400.

Additionally, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app may display a screen (see FIG. 6) on which a vibration pattern can be selected on the display module 220. Here, the vibration pattern may be composed of multiple vibration patterns.

Additionally, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app may display a device usage guide (eg, including information about pelvic floor muscles, Kegel exercises, sonic vibration, etc.) (see FIG. 7) on the display module 220.

Additionally, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app may display a user profile (see FIG. 7) on the display module 220. Here, the user profile may include the user's total usage time, total usage date, average usage time, and current level.

Although not shown in the drawing, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app measures vaginal pressure before exercise, before using the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100, and also measures vaginal pressure after exercise, after using the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100. The screen can be displayed on the display module 220. As a result, vaginal pressure can be measured before and after exercise by the user's manipulation of the device 100. Of course, it is okay to automatically measure vaginal pressure before and after exercise.

Of course, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app can not only present the content illustrated above, but can also present additional new content if new content is additionally supplemented.

The app driving module 216 can drive (i.e. activate) the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app. In other words, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app may be activated by the app driving module 216 to enable interface with the user.

The input module 218 can receive the user's personal information and login information for membership registration.

Additionally, the input module 218 can receive items selected by the user or input data from various screens displayed on the display module 220 through the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app.

The display module 220 can display various screens in conjunction with the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app.

The control module 222 can control the overall operation of the user terminal 200.

The control module 222 may refer to a device that can perform a series of operations or decisions for the operation of the user terminal 200. For example, the control module 222 may be a central processing unit (CPU), a micro controller unit (MCU), a graphical processing unit (GPU), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), or a field programmable gate array (FPGA). , but is not limited to this.

Additionally, in an embodiment of the present invention, the control module 222 may include at least one processor. At least one processor may control operations performed in the user terminal 200.

The control module 222 can collect the user's usage history of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 in real time while the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app is activated and operating. The control module 222 can transmit the collected user's various usage history to the server 400 through the communication module 212. Here, the usage history refers to history information (target level set at the time of use, vibration pattern set at the time of use, usage time, etc.) of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 while the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app is activated and operating. It can be included.

Additionally, the control module 222 may transmit the vaginal pressure before and after exercise of each user received through the communication module 212 to the server 400 through the communication module 212.

FIG. 8 is a configuration diagram of the server 400 shown in FIG. 1.

The server 400 controls some functions (e.g., vibration pattern) of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 in conjunction with the user terminal 200 and manages exercise records and use schedules (e.g., reminders). , Enables active use of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device (100).

The server 400 may include a communication module 410, a storage module 420, and a control module 430.

If necessary, the communication module 410, storage module 420, and control module 430 may also be referred to as a communication module unit, a storage module unit, and a control module unit. The above-described server 400 may be an example of a female pelvic floor muscle management device described in the claims of the present invention.

The communication module 410 can exchange data with the user terminal 200. The communication module 410 can exchange data with the user terminal 200 according to a wireless communication method or a wired communication method.

The storage module 420 may store data necessary for the operation of the server 400. Depending on the embodiment, the storage module 420 may store member information of one or more users received from the communication module 410, and various usage history and pressure information of each user. Additionally, the storage module 420 may store a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app.

The storage module 420 may store a program consisting of instructions for performing a series of operations performed by the server 400.

The storage module 420 may include a non-volatile memory device or a volatile memory device. Depending on the embodiment, the storage module 420 may be included in the control module 430, but is not limited thereto.

The control module 430 can control the overall operations of the server 400.

The control module 430 may refer to a device that can perform a series of operations or decisions for the operation of the server 400. For example, the control module 430 may be a central processing unit (CPU), a micro controller unit (MCU), a graphical processing unit (GPU), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), or a field programmable gate array (FPGA). , but is not limited to this.

Additionally, in an embodiment of the present invention, the control module 430 may include at least one processor, and the at least one processor may control operations performed on the server 400 and enable the server 400 to perform a predetermined operation. ) can control other configurations included within it. Therefore, even if the control module 430 controls the female pelvic floor muscle management operation to be performed as an example, at least one processor included in the control module 430 may control the female pelvic floor muscle management operation to be performed. This can be said to be self-evident.

The control module 430 may download the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app stored in the storage module 420 to the user's terminal 200. Here, the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening app can be updated.

The control module 430 may store member information (eg, personal information and login information) of each user received in the communication module 410 in the storage module 420 .

Additionally, the control module 430 may store the usage history and vaginal pressure of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 for each member in the storage module 420.

The control module 430 can identify individual exercise situations in real time based on each user's usage history and vaginal pressure, and can determine (diagnose) the status of individual muscles (vagina, pelvic floor muscles) in real time. As a result, the control module 430 can create and provide a personalized management plan for each user.

In other words, the control module 430 may diagnose the user's muscle condition (e.g., degree of vaginal relaxation) based on each user's vaginal pressure information among the user's usage history stored in the storage module 420. Additionally, the control module 430 may generate and propose an accurate management plan (eg, exercise program) based on the diagnosed muscle condition of the user. Accordingly, users can directly see the effects of exercise and become motivated.

For example, the control module 430 may diagnose that the degree of vaginal relaxation is very loose if the user's vaginal pressure value is 10 mmHg or less. Accordingly, the control module 430 may determine that the user is in a stage where the user needs to exercise more (eg, exercise more stage), and generate and propose a management plan (eg, exercise program) corresponding thereto.

Meanwhile, the control module 430 can diagnose that the degree of vaginal relaxation is slack if the user's vaginal pressure value is 10 to 20 mmHg. Accordingly, the control module 430 may determine that the user is in a stage where he/she must continue exercising (eg, keep exercising stage), and may generate and propose a management plan (eg, exercise program) corresponding thereto.

Meanwhile, the control module 430 can diagnose that the degree of vaginal relaxation is in a normal state if the user's vaginal pressure value is 20 to 30 mmHg. Accordingly, the control module 430 may determine that the user is in a stage where appropriate exercise is required (eg, a proper exercise stage), and generate and propose a management plan (eg, exercise program) corresponding thereto.

Meanwhile, the control module 430 can diagnose that the degree of vaginal relaxation is in an excited state if the user's vaginal pressure value is 30 to 40 mmHg. Accordingly, the control module 430 may determine that the user is at a stage where exercise needs to be improved (eg, improve exercise stage), and may generate and propose a management plan (eg, exercise program) corresponding thereto.

Meanwhile, the control module 430 can diagnose that the degree of vaginal relaxation is in peak form if the user's vaginal pressure value is 40 mmHg or more. Accordingly, the control module 430 may determine that the user is at a stage where exercise needs to be maintained (eg, maintenance exercise stage), and may generate and propose a corresponding management plan (eg, exercise program).

According to the embodiment of the present invention as described above, through the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 using vibration, heat, and light energy and a user terminal application, the user can strengthen the pelvic floor muscles on their own without going to a hospital or fitness center. It can be managed.

From simple pelvic floor muscle exercises (Kegel exercises), it can provide functions to improve uterine health.

Using the user terminal application, it is possible to check usage history, manage schedules, and change vibration during exercise.

The above description is merely an illustrative explanation of the technical idea of the present invention, and various modifications and variations will be possible to those skilled in the art without departing from the essential characteristics of the present invention. Accordingly, the embodiments disclosed in the present invention are not intended to limit the technical idea of the present invention, but are for illustrative purposes, and the scope of the technical idea of the present invention is not limited by these embodiments. The scope of protection of the present invention should be interpreted in accordance with the claims below, and all technical ideas within the equivalent scope should be construed as being included in the scope of rights of the present invention.

10: communication module 20: input module
30: Vibration module 40: Light source module
50: Temperature sensing module 60: Vaginal pressure measurement module
70: Control module 80: Power module
100: Female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 200: User terminal
212: communication module 214: storage module
216: App running module 218: Input module
220: display module 222: control module
300: Network 400: Server
410: Communication module 420: Storage module
430: Control module

Claims (4)

It is a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device that is inserted into the user's body and used,
A communication module that performs wireless communication with a user terminal;
Input module for entering usage time;
A light source module that transmits light energy and heat energy to the inside of the user's body during the use time;
a temperature sensing module that senses temperature caused by light energy and heat energy from the light source module;
Vaginal pressure measurement module that measures vaginal pressure; and
It includes a control module that controls the output amount of light energy and heat energy of the light source module in real time based on the temperature sensed by the temperature sensing module, and wirelessly transmits the measured vaginal pressure to the user terminal through the communication module. ,
It further includes a vibration module that transmits vibration to the inside of the user's body during the use time under the control of the control module,
The vibration module is,
a first motor that transmits vibration to the upper part of the user's vagina; and
It includes a second motor that transmits vibration to the user's pelvic floor muscles,
The exterior of the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 is made of high-durometer medical silicone material or transparent liquid crystal polymer,
The light source module 40 is installed inside the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100,
The light source module 40 includes one or more red LEDs and one or more UV (ultraviolet)-B LEDs,
The light source module 40 includes an LED driver responsible for driving the red LED and UV-B LED,
The LEDs of the light source module 40 may consist of at least six LEDs, and are arranged in different positions on the left and right,
The one or more red LEDs above output red light energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina and output a wavelength of 640 nm to 680 nm,
The one or more red LEDs above output heat energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina and output a wavelength of 640 nm to 680 nm,
One or more UV (ultraviolet)-B LEDs output UV (ultraviolet)-B light energy toward the user's pelvic floor muscles and vagina, and output UV (ultraviolet)-B light energy with a wavelength of 310 nm to 315 nm,
If the user's vaginal pressure value is 10 mmHg or more to 20 mmHg, the control module 430 diagnoses the degree of vaginal relaxation as slack, determines that the exercise is at a stage where exercise should be continued, and performs the corresponding We create and suggest exercise programs that
If the user's vaginal pressure value is 20 mmHg or more to 30 mmHg, the control module 430 diagnoses the degree of vaginal relaxation as being in a normal state and generates and proposes a corresponding exercise program.
If the user's vaginal pressure value is 30 mmHg or more to 40 mmHg, the control module 430 diagnoses the degree of vaginal relaxation as being in an excited state, and determines that the exercise is at a stage where improvement is required. , creates and proposes a corresponding exercise program,
If the user's vaginal pressure value is 40 mmHg or more, the control module 430 determines that the degree of vaginal relaxation is in peak form, determines that the exercise is at a stage where exercise must be maintained, and performs the corresponding It is characterized by creating and suggesting an exercise program that does,
The vaginal pressure measurement module 60 is installed inside the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100,
Depending on the results of vaginal pressure measurement, the condition of the vagina and pelvic floor muscles can be known.
After inserting the upper part of the female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device 100 into the vagina, force is applied to the vaginal muscles according to a signal from the user terminal 200, and then the maximum time that can be endured is maintained, and the vaginal pressure measurement module 60 ) outputs vaginal pressure measurement results according to the maximum force, minimum force, and holding time,
The control module 430 determines (diagnoses) the status of individual muscles (vagina, pelvic floor muscles) in real time by identifying individual exercise situations in real time based on each user's usage history and vaginal pressure, and the control module 430 ) is a female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device characterized by creating and providing a personalized management plan for each user. According to clause 1,
The vibration module is,
Operates in multiple vibration modes,
Delivering 80Hz sound waves into the user's vagina and pelvic floor muscles,
A female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device. According to clause 1,
The vaginal pressure measurement module,
Measure vaginal pressure before and after exercise, respectively.
A female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device. According to clause 1,
The communication module is,
Communicating wirelessly with the user terminal via Bluetooth,
A female pelvic floor muscle strengthening device.