JP2005245585A - Electric stimulation apparatus for facial massage - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an electric stimulation apparatus for facial massage capable of stimulating the skin, promoting the blood circulation around the stimulated area and activating contraction of the muscles without using cream, lotion and skin conditioner or the like. <P>SOLUTION: The electric stimulation apparatus for facial massage comprises a microprocessor 141, a stimulation generator 142 and a pad 2. The microprocessor 141 controls the stimulation generator 142 and generates pulse signals on two electrodes 21 arranged on the pad 2 via two conducting wires 13. The pad 2 is attached to the skin of the face. A pair of switch buttons 121 and 122 are used to turn on or turn off the power for generating pulse waves. By changing the intensity of the pulse waves generated by the apparatus using the switch buttons, electrical muscle stimulations (EMS) are applied to the muscles of the face, and the blood circulation around the stimulated area is promoted. Using the apparatus, the tension of the muscles and the tissue of the face are enhanced to minimize wrinkles and sagging of the face due to a senile change. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2005,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to an electrical stimulation device for facial massage, and more particularly to a device for applying electromyographic stimulation to exercise facial muscles and strengthening facial muscles.

  It is well known that as a person ages, tension and elasticity from the facial muscles tend to hang down. Facial muscle tension and reduced elasticity cause wrinkles and double chins on the face. No one, especially women, wants lines or indentations that can be made into a more or less noticeable part of his or her facial appearance by age. In general, the appearance of wrinkles and depressions seems uncomfortable. Therefore, there is a demand for delaying, stopping, or conversely rejuvenating the skin aging phenomenon, and many products and devices are put on the market. One of them is due to clinic treatment such as facial wrinkle removal or treatment with Clostridium botulinum. Especially common are creams that moisturize, naturalize and tighten the skin of the face or body. A variety of creams, lotions, and skin conditioners that are said to reduce or eliminate the negative side of age wrinkling are readily available. However, at all times, they must be used continuously, and there is no doubt that an immediate effect will be obtained.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, stimulating the epidermis without using a cream, lotion, skin conditioner or the like, promoting blood circulation in the vicinity thereof, and energizing muscle contraction. An object is to provide an electrical stimulation device for facial massage that can be applied.

  (1) An electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to the present invention is connected to a microprocessor, a stimulus generator controlled by the microprocessor and generating a pulse signal, and the microprocessor for inputting an operation. A switch having a surface that can be attached to the skin of the face, and two electrodes attached to the pad and electrically connected to the stimulus generator, at a frequency of 100 Hz A first session for continuously generating a pulse wave with a pulse width of 100 μs for 3 minutes, a second session for continuously generating a pulse wave with a pulse width of 80 μs at a frequency of 130 Hz for 3 minutes, and a pulse width of 100 μs at a frequency of 100 Hz A third session that generates a pulse wave continuously for 4 minutes, and a pulse that generates a pulse wave with a frequency of 8 Hz and a pulse width of 20 μs continuously for 2 minutes. 4 sessions, a fifth session in which a pulse wave with a frequency of 100 Hz and a pulse width of 100 μs is continuously generated for 4 minutes, a sixth session in which a pulse wave with a frequency of 5 Hz and a pulse width of 30 μs is continuously generated for 2 minutes, A seventh session in which a pulse wave having a frequency of 130 μs and a pulse width of 80 μs is continuously generated for 4 minutes, an eighth session in which a pulse wave having a frequency of 8 Hz and a pulse width of 20 μs is continuously generated for 2 minutes, and a frequency of 130 Hz As an operation cycle including a ninth session in which a pulse wave with a pulse width of 80 μs is continuously generated for 4 minutes and a tenth session in which a pulse wave with a frequency of 5 Hz and a pulse width of 30 μs is continuously generated for 2 minutes, Give myoelectric stimulation to nerve tissue.

  (2) The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to (1) above, wherein all sessions are continuous and a total operation cycle of 30 minutes is obtained.

  (3) The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to (1), further comprising a housing in which the microprocessor and the stimulation generator are installed and the button is provided on the surface. To do.

  (4) The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to (3), wherein the pad is directly installed on the housing.

  (5) The electrical stimulation device for facial massage of (3) above, further comprising two conductive wires connecting the stimulation generator and the electrodes, respectively.

  (6) The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to (1), further comprising a light-emitting device connected to a microprocessor to indicate an operation state. An electrical stimulator for facial massage.

  (7) The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to (1) above, wherein the switch includes two buttons for increasing and decreasing the intensity of the pulse wave to be generated, respectively.

  (8) The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to (7), wherein the button for increasing the intensity of the pulse wave is a power-on switch for starting the device.

  (9) The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to (7), wherein the button for decreasing the intensity of the pulse wave turns off the power of the apparatus after sequentially decreasing the intensity of the pulse wave. It is a power-off switch.

  According to the electrical stimulation device for facial massage of the present invention, it is possible to stimulate the epidermis, promote blood circulation in the vicinity thereof, and stimulate muscle contraction. Therefore, wrinkles and facial muscle sagging are minimized, and facial skin tension and elasticity are maintained so as to delay the progression of skin age.

  Furthermore, the electrical stimulation device for facial massage of the present invention has a detachable pad that transmits myoelectric stimulation (EMS) to the face without penetrating the human body. Therefore, there is no intrusion to the tissue, and higher safety can be obtained.

  Furthermore, the electrical stimulation device for facial massage of the present invention reduces costs by using electrical power to maintain the device. Therefore, it is reasonable for the user.

  The electrical stimulation device for facial massage provided by the present invention includes a circuit for generating a pulse signal. The pulse signal is transmitted to the two electrodes through the conductor, attached to the pad. Thus, when the pad is attached to the facial skin, EMS is given to exercise the facial muscles. Thereby, the tension and strength of the muscle are improved, and the aging phenomenon can be opposed.

  Objects of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment.

  Both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary, and describe the claimed invention in greater detail.

  Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to examples illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the drawings and detailed description, wherever possible, the same reference numbers will be used for the same or similar parts.

  Body movements are triggered by the nervous system. Muscle provides the power to guide the skeleton to perfection. The nervous system includes the central and peripheral nerves. The nerve fibers of the peripheral nervous system carry out the central nervous system response due to stimulation. Motor messages sent by the brain are stimuli transmitted from nerve cells to muscles one after another. This stimulus causes a voltage change. That is, the voltage value of the nerve cell is −70 mV in the steady state and +30 mV in the abnormal state. Thus, the stimulus has a waveform as a pulse.

  On the other hand, myoelectric stimulation (EMS) is known as a medical technique. This technique utilizes a conductive pad or electrode and causes a very weak current to flow through the muscle or group of muscles, causing their contraction. The electrodes receive electrical stimulation signals from an external voltage / current source such as an EMS machine. The stimulation signal can be adjusted by the amplitude, polarity, frequency, waveform, and the like. EMS is useful for general exercise of functional muscles to improve muscle tone and strength.

  Further, the face state indicates a first impression of age. Dry film, loss of stiffness and elasticity, wrinkles and sagging are associated with the aging phenomenon. If the appearance of these bad appearances is improved, the effect of preventing aging can be obtained. Thus, the present invention directs EMS stimulation to the facial skin to exercise muscles to achieve this goal.

  FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a first preferred embodiment provided by the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a second preferred embodiment provided by the present invention.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the electrical stimulation device for facial massage provided by the present invention includes a controller 1 and a pad 2. The controller 1 includes a circuit board 14 installed inside the housing 11.

  At least two buttons 121 and 122 are attached to the surface of the housing 11. Of these buttons 121 and 122, the button 121 is used to power on when the apparatus is powered off, and to increase the intensity of the stimulus output when the apparatus is powered on. Another button 122 is used to reduce the intensity of the stimulus and power off the device. To perform this function, different button press arrangements may be followed, for example, if the device is powered on, pressing button 122 will continuously increase the intensity of the stimulus output until power is turned off. You may decide to weaken it.

  Further, a light emitting device 15 indicating whether the power of the device is on or off is installed in the housing 11.

  The circuit board 14 includes two conductive wires 13 connected to the two electrodes 21 respectively. The electrode 21 is attached to the pad 2 by a fixing device. One surface of the pad 2 can adhere to the skin of the face. The controller 1 and the pad 2 can be separated by the connection of the conducting wire 13. Since the controller 1 is configured as described above, the user can hold the controller 1 in the hand during facial massage.

  However, the controller 1 and the pad 2 can also be combined together as shown in FIG. In this preferred embodiment, no external conductor 13 is required.

  FIG. 3 is a schematic configuration diagram of the electrical stimulation device.

  As shown, the circuit board 14 includes a microprocessor 141 and a stimulus generator 142. The stimulus generator 142 is controlled by the microprocessor 141 and generates a pulse signal. The signal can be transmitted to the electrode 21 via the external conductor 13. The switch of the button 12 and the light emitting device 15 are connected to the microprocessor 141. When the user presses the switch 12 and the microprocessor 141 is activated, a stimulus is output. The microprocessor 141 also controls the light emitting device 15 to indicate the on / off state of the device.

  FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the operation of the electrical stimulation device.

  As shown, the pulse signal is continuously sent from the stimulus generator 142 to the electrode 21 when the device is powered on. When the intensity of the stimulus to be output is changed by the user, the stimulus generator is controlled by the microprocessor 141, and the amplitude of the pulse wave is adjusted for the change. After the operating cycle is over, the microprocessor 141 automatically powers off the device until it is activated again by the user.

  The operation cycle is as shown in FIG.

  There are a total of 30 consecutive cycles including 10 sessions.

  In the first session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 100 Hz and a pulse width of 100 μs is continuously output for 3 minutes. In the second session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 130 Hz and a pulse width of 80 μs is continuously output for 3 minutes. In the third session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 100 Hz and a pulse width of 100 μs is continuously output for 4 minutes.

  In the fourth session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 8 Hz and a pulse width of 20 μs is continuously output for 2 minutes. In the fifth session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 100 Hz and a pulse width of 100 μs is continuously output for 4 minutes. In the sixth session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 5 Hz and a pulse width of 30 μs is continuously output for 2 minutes. In the seventh session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 130 Hz and a pulse width of 80 μs is continuously output for 4 minutes.

  In the eighth session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 8 Hz and a pulse width of 20 μs is output continuously for 2 minutes. In the ninth session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 130 Hz and a pulse width of 80 μs is continuously output for 4 minutes. In the tenth session, a stimulus with a pulse wave having a frequency of 5 Hz and a pulse width of 30 μs is continuously output for 2 minutes.

  FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating an application example in which a pad is attached to the face.

  There are three preferred locations for attaching the pad. As shown in FIG. 6, the first location 3 is from the cheekbone to the corner of the lips. By stimulating this place, the cheek muscles can be activated and pulled up.

  The second location 4 is from the cheekbone to the jawbone. By stimulating this place, the effect of preventing the deformation of the face shape by the formation of the double chin can be obtained.

  The third location 5 is from the temple to the nose. This place is a highly sensitive place. By stimulating this place, you can enjoy this stimulation and get the effect of eye movement.

  Furthermore, massaging these three locations promotes blood circulation in the surrounding area where the stimulus is applied, and the common effect of minimizing wrinkles and sagging of the facial skin is obtained.

  The technical scope of the present invention is not limited by the above embodiment. Based on what is explicitly given in the detailed description or implied by the detailed description, various variations such as various shapes, structures, dimensions, material types, or manufacturing processes are within the scope of the technical idea. Can be implemented by those skilled in the art.

1 is a perspective view of a first preferred embodiment provided by the present invention. FIG. 6 is a perspective view of a second preferred embodiment provided by the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the flow of operation of this invention. It is a figure which shows the operation cycle of this invention. It is a figure which shows the application example which adheres a pad to a face.

Explanation of symbols

1 ... Controller,
2 ... Pad,
3, 4, 5 ... Stimulation point,
11 ... Housing,
12, 121, 122 ... switch buttons,
13 ... Lead wire,
14 ... circuit board,
15 ... light emitting device,
21 ... Electrodes,
141: Microprocessor,
142 ... Stimulus generator.

Claims (9)

A microprocessor;
A stimulus generator controlled by the microprocessor to generate a pulse signal;
A switch connected to the microprocessor for inputting an operation;
A pad having one surface that can be attached to the facial skin;
Two electrodes attached to the pad and electrically connected to the stimulus generator;
Have
A first session in which a pulse wave having a frequency of 100 Hz and a pulse width of 100 μs is continuously generated for 3 minutes, a second session in which a pulse wave having a frequency of 130 Hz and a pulse width of 80 μs is continuously generated for 3 minutes, and a frequency of 100 Hz A third session for continuously generating a pulse wave with a pulse width of 100 μs for 4 minutes, a fourth session for continuously generating a pulse wave with a pulse width of 20 μs for 2 minutes at a frequency of 8 Hz, and a pulse width of 100 μs for a frequency of 100 Hz 5th session for generating pulse wave continuously for 4 minutes, 6th session for generating pulse wave of 30μs continuously for 2 minutes at 5Hz frequency, and pulse wave of 80μs pulse width at 130Hz continuously 7th session to generate for 4 minutes and 8th session to generate a pulse wave with a frequency of 8 Hz and a pulse width of 20 μs continuously for 2 minutes. And a ninth session in which a pulse wave with a frequency of 130 Hz and a pulse width of 80 μs is continuously generated for 4 minutes, and a tenth session in which a pulse wave with a frequency of 5 Hz and a pulse width of 30 μs is continuously generated for 2 minutes, An electrical stimulation device for facial massage that applies electromyographic stimulation to the facial nerve tissue as an operation cycle.   The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to claim 1, wherein all sessions are continuous and a total operation cycle of 30 minutes is obtained.   The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to claim 1, further comprising a housing in which the microprocessor and the stimulus generator are installed and the button is provided on a surface.   The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to claim 3, wherein the pad is directly installed on the housing.   The electrical stimulation apparatus for facial massage according to claim 3, further comprising two conductive wires connecting the stimulation generator and the electrodes.   The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to claim 1, further comprising a light emitting device connected to the microprocessor to indicate an operation state.   The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to claim 1, wherein the switch includes two buttons for increasing and decreasing the intensity of the generated pulse wave, respectively.   The electrical stimulation device for facial massage according to claim 7, wherein the button for increasing the intensity of the pulse wave is a power-on switch for starting the device.   8. The facial massage according to claim 7, wherein the button for decreasing the intensity of the pulse wave is a power-off switch for turning off the power of the apparatus after sequentially decreasing the intensity of the pulse wave. Electrical stimulator.

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