JP7351605B2 - Massage machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a massage machine that operates a massage mechanism such as a massaging ball while supporting the user's body to massage the user.

A massage machine that performs a massage while supporting a user's body generally has a mechanism that operates a massage mechanism such as a kneading ball or an air cell to massage the user's massage target area. In these massage machines, when performing a massage by pressing a massage mechanism such as a kneading ball against a massage target area, or immediately before such a massage, the massage mechanism other than the massage mechanism that is actually trying to perform the massage is normally placed on standby. In this state, the user's body is pressed by another massage mechanism that is not involved in the massage, or by a pressing mechanism that is completely different from the massage mechanism, and the user's body position is changed. It has been proposed to perform a massage that is significantly different from a state in which the body position does not change.
An example of such a conventional massage machine is one disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2016-120350.

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2016-120350

Conventional massage machines have the configuration shown in the above-mentioned patent document, and the mechanism that pushes and moves the user's body has a limited range of movement in order to fit into the backrest, and the range that can be moved by pressure is limited. It was small. For this reason, such a mechanism does not allow the body supported by the massage machine to move significantly, and the problem is that it is not possible to cause a large change in the body position that changes the massage effect imparted to the body. .

In addition, in order to change the user's body position, if a separate massage mechanism that is not involved in the massage to be performed is used, but a separately provided mechanism that pushes the body for body position changes is used, a mechanism related to the massage may be used. There was a problem in that the cost of the massage machine increased as the number increased.

The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and when performing a massage, an instruction section is used to instruct the user to change his/her posture so that the user himself/herself can change his or her posture. To provide a massage machine capable of performing a massage different from that performed on a user who is supported by the massage machine in a normal posture without requiring a complicated and large-scale mechanism for moving the body.

The massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention has one or more massage mechanisms driven by a predetermined drive source, and supports the user's body while massaging the user with the massage mechanisms. A control unit that controls the operating state of the massage mechanism; and a first part that includes instructions for a user receiving a massage by the massage mechanism to change his/her posture by moving at least a part of the user's body. and an instruction section that issues one instruction information at a predetermined timing.

As described above, according to the disclosure of the present invention, an instruction section is provided that issues first instruction information including instruction content for changing the user's posture to a user who is about to receive a massage, and When the user changes his or her posture based on the instruction information, if a massage is performed on the massage target area, including a predetermined body part or the vicinity of this part, which is in a state different from the previous posture, this The effect of a massage on a predetermined body part is different from that of a massage on the same massage target part when the body does not change its posture, so that the effect on the predetermined body part and its vicinity is It is possible to provide stimulation as a new type of massage that is different from existing massages that are performed without changing the user's posture, and the massage can be performed more efficiently, reducing muscle stiffness and pain, and recovering from fatigue. etc. can be further encouraged. In addition, the user can move his or her body in response to the instruction information issued to the user and achieve the necessary and sufficient change in posture. There is no need to provide a special mechanism for moving the body, and the cost associated with realizing changes in the user's posture using the massage machine can be reduced.

Further, in the massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention, when the instruction section issues the first instruction information, the control section may cause the user to follow instructions included in the first instruction information. Assuming that the user's posture has changed, the massage mechanism is controlled to perform a predetermined massage corresponding to a specific posture after the user's posture has changed, which is predicted from the instruction.

According to the disclosure of the present invention, when the instruction section issues the first instruction information, the control section causes the massage mechanism to perform a massage corresponding to the predicted specific posture, and the user follows the instructions. When changing one's posture to adopt a specific posture, a different massage is performed on the user's body than that applied when the user's posture is not changed, thereby adjusting the posture to a specific part of the user's body. By performing a massage that appropriately adjusts the massage route, speed, intensity, etc. in response to a specific posture after changing, it is possible to give a special massage effect that cannot be obtained without changing the posture. Not only can the effects on the body be greatly improved to increase the user's satisfaction level, but also the execution of body massage can be made more efficient and the overall time of the massage can be shortened when it is performed as a course.

Further, in the massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention, the instruction section issues second instruction information including an instruction to cancel the specific posture after the user's posture has changed, as necessary. .

As described above, according to the disclosure of the present invention, the second instruction information including the content instructing the user to cancel the specific posture is emitted from the instruction section, and the user returns from the changed posture to the original posture. By making the user return to the specific posture, the second instruction information allows the user to correctly recognize the end of the massage that is performed while changing the posture, and returns the user to the posture before changing to the specific posture at an appropriate timing. It is possible to accurately perform a series of massages on the user's body, including when receiving the massage in the original posture, and to provide a massage effect effortlessly and reliably.

Further, in the massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention, the instruction section may ask the user to respond to the user's evaluation of the effect of the massage performed after issuing the first instruction information, as necessary. Third instruction information including instruction contents is issued, and the control section is capable of acquiring information related to a response issued by a user in accordance with the instructions of the third instruction information.

According to the disclosure of the present invention, the third instruction information is emitted from the instruction section, and the user evaluates the effect of the massage received by the user after the instruction section issues the first instruction information. While giving instructions to the user to respond, the control unit can obtain information issued by the user in accordance with third instruction information to determine how the user evaluates the effectiveness of the performed massage. By making it possible for the control unit to understand whether the user is changing his/her posture based on the information given by the user, when a massage is actually performed that assumes the user's posture changes according to the instructions of the first instruction information, , the control unit can determine whether the effect of the massage that was performed was in line with the user's wishes, and the entire massage, including determining whether or not a massage that involves a change in the user's posture thereafter can be performed. The user's own evaluation can be taken into account when making decisions about settings, combination changes, etc., and a massage suitable for the user can be set and executed.

In addition, in the massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention, the instruction section may, before issuing the first instruction information to the user, emit the first instruction information and then control the control section. The information regarding the content of the massage scheduled to be performed based on the information is sent to the user.

As described above, according to the disclosure of the present invention, before the first instruction information for changing the posture of the user is issued from the instruction section, when the user changes the posture according to this instruction information, The content of the massage scheduled to be performed on the body after the user's posture has changed is emitted from the instruction unit, so that the user can respond to the massage with the user knowing in advance the content of the massage that is about to be performed. By being able to receive instructional information, the user understands the content of the massage and recognizes that changing posture based on the instructional information is essential, motivating the user to actively change his or her posture. It is possible to encourage the user to actually change the posture by moving his or her body from the normal posture, and to easily and reliably change the user's posture to provide an appropriate massage effect.

Further, in the massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention, if necessary, one or more predetermined parts of the massage machine that support the user's body may be configured so that the first instruction information is issued to the user by the instruction section. When the position is changed, the position is adjusted so as to encourage the user to move his or her body in accordance with the direction of the first instruction information.

According to the disclosure of the present invention, when the first instruction information is emitted from the instruction section, a predetermined part of the massage machine that supports the user's body changes the posture of the user based on the first instruction information. The position of each part is adjusted in advance to correspond to the user's posture, and when the user changes his/her posture according to the instructions of the first instruction information, each part whose position has been adjusted does not hinder the user's body movements and allows the user to By guiding the user to move his/her body smoothly, the system appropriately assists the user's posture change based on the instruction information, allowing the user to smoothly transition from the normal posture to the post-change posture. , it is possible to reduce the burden on the user and ensure the relaxing effect of the massage without impairing it.

Further, the massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention may be arranged at a predetermined location of the massage machine as necessary, and the user can move the body while changing the posture according to the instructions of the first instruction information. The device is equipped with an auxiliary support portion that comes into contact with a part of the body and assists in maintaining the posture.

As described above, according to the disclosure of the present invention, when the user changes his/her posture according to the instructions of the first instruction information, the auxiliary instruction section provided in the massage machine controls the part of the body moved by the user's posture change. By playing the role of contacting and supporting the body, it can significantly reduce the burden on the user when maintaining the posture after changing the posture, making it easier for the user to maintain the posture after changing the posture, A pre-intended massage can be reliably performed on the body after the posture has changed, and a desired massage effect can be appropriately produced.

Further, in the massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention, the instruction section outputs the instruction information as information that can be directly received as stimulation by the user's sensory organs, as necessary.

According to the disclosure of the present invention, the instruction unit that emits instruction information toward the user outputs the instruction information as audio, video display, etc. that can be directly received as a stimulus by the user's sensory organs. By allowing the user to directly receive the instructions included in the instruction information, understand the instructions as they are, and take action in accordance with the instructions, the user does not need to prepare for information acquisition, making it easy to use. By being able to obtain information directly and conveying instructions directly to the user himself/herself, it is possible to ensure that the instructions are not omitted and to encourage the user to move his or her body in accordance with the instructions.For example, the first instruction information When outputting a message, the instructions can be clearly conveyed to the user, the user can be moved to a posture suitable for massage, the body can be massaged as intended in advance after the posture change, and the massage effect can be properly achieved. Can be granted.

Further, in the massage machine according to the disclosure of the present invention, if necessary, the instruction section has a transmission means capable of transmitting the instruction information to the user, and the massage machine is carried by the user or is carried by the user. This information is output as information that can be received by a communication terminal worn on the body.

As described above, according to the disclosure of the present invention, the instruction section that emits instruction information toward the user receives instruction information as communication data received by a communication terminal carried by the user or worn on the user's body. The instructions included in the instruction information are transmitted to the user in the form of audio or video display using the transmission means of the communication terminal, the user is made to understand the contents of the instructions, and the user follows the instructions. By making the user take an action based on the user's needs, the user can use the communication terminal that the user already owns to transmit instruction information, eliminating the need to provide the massage machine with a means of outputting information in a format that the user can receive directly. The configuration can be simplified. In addition, by transmitting the instructions contained in the instruction information only to the user through the communication terminal, it is possible to ensure that the user can receive the instructions without difficulty, while also preventing the inadvertent spread of sound, light, etc. around the massage machine. This can prevent discomfort from being caused to people other than the user around the massage machine.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a massage machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a massage machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention. It is a perspective view of the front side of the mechanical unit in the massage machine concerning the 1st embodiment of the present invention. It is a perspective view of the back side of the mechanical unit in the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. It is an explanatory diagram of a state where the amount of massaging balls protruding by the mechanical unit in the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention is small. It is an explanatory view of a state in which the amount of massaging balls protruded by the mechanical unit in the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention is large. It is an explanatory diagram of a first instruction information output state from an instruction section in the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram of the operating state of the backrest portion and leg support portion in the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention, which encourages a user to change his or her posture. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram of a user's posture change process on the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram of a state in which the user shifts to a specific posture on the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram of a contact state of each backrest portion in a normal posture and a specific posture of a user in the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram of a massage execution state in the massage machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram of a massage execution state for a user who takes a specific posture in a massage machine according to a second embodiment of the present invention. It is an explanatory view of specific massage execution based on a user's posture change in a first concrete example of a massage machine concerning a 3rd embodiment of the present invention. It is an explanatory view of specific massage execution based on a user's posture change in a second example of a massage machine concerning a 3rd embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram of a state in which air cell massage for hands and arms is performed in a normal posture and a specific posture of a user in a third specific example of a massage machine according to a third embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram of the first instruction information output from the instruction section and the information transmission state from the communication terminal to the user in the massage machine according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention.

(First embodiment of the present invention)
Hereinafter, a massage machine according to a first embodiment of the present invention will be explained based on FIGS. 1 to 12. In this embodiment, an example of a massage machine of a so-called massage chair type (chair-like shape) that massages a seated user while supporting the user will be described.

In each of the figures, the massage machine 1 according to the present embodiment includes a base part 11 that is placed on the floor and stably supports the entire chair, and a base part 11 that supports the buttocks of the user above the base part 11. A seat part 12, a backrest part 13 that supports the user's back on the back side of the seat part 12, an armrest part 14 that supports the user's elbows and forearms on both left and right sides of the seat part 12, and the front side of the seat part 12. a leg support section 15 that supports the user's legs; an operation section 30 that accepts various operation inputs from the user related to massage; a control section 40 that controls the operating states of the plurality of massage mechanisms installed; The configuration includes an instruction section 45 that outputs predetermined instruction information including instructions to the user as a voice.

In the massage machine according to this embodiment, a user has his buttocks supported by the seat 12, his back supported by the backrest 13, his elbows and forearms supported by the armrest 14, and his legs and feet supported by the armrest 14. The user will mainly receive a massage in the normal posture of sitting supported by the support part 15. However, the user can also receive a specific massage while changing the posture from the normal posture by moving a part of the body (specific posture). In this case, the instruction section 45 issues instruction information that instructs the user to change the posture from the normal posture before the massage.

The base portion 11 is integrally attached to and supports the seat portion 12, the backrest portion 13, the armrest portions 14, and the leg support portions 15, which constitute each part of the chair. Further, the seat section 12 is attached to the base section 11 so that the inclination angle of the seat surface can be adjusted, and the seat section supports the user's buttocks and thighs while performing a massage using a built-in massage mechanism. It is something. The massage mechanism for the seat portion 12 includes a buttock air cell 71 and a thigh air cell 72 that operate by supplying and discharging air. An air pump 70 that operates these air cells by supplying and discharging air is disposed in a space below the seat portion 12.

The backrest part 13 has a surface shape that matches the shape of a person's back, and is disposed such that its inclination angle can be adjusted with respect to the base part 11 and the seat part 12, and has a massage mechanism therein for performing a massage. This is a configuration that is equipped with.

Inside the backrest part 13, there is a mechanical unit 50 in which a pair of left and right kneading balls 51 and a drive part 60 for operating them are integrated. This configuration includes a frame-shaped backrest frame 13a that supports each part of the seat from the inside, and a back air cell 73 and a waist air cell 74 that are operated by supplying and discharging air by the air pump 70, respectively. Among these, the mechanical unit 50, the back air cell 73, and the lower back air cell 74 each form a massage mechanism that performs massage.

In addition, a pair of side walls protruding from the left and right sides of the backrest 13 are provided with a massage mechanism such as an air cell on the inner surface facing the user. It is also possible to make it possible to perform a massage from someone.

The backrest part frame 13a has a plurality of horizontal frames horizontally hung between a pair of left and right guide frames 13b that support the mechanical unit 50 by allowing it to move in the vertical direction of the backrest part 13 and restraining movement in other directions. They are connected together to form a roughly ladder-like frame structure.

The mechanical unit 50 includes a pair of left and right kneading balls 51 that provide stimulation such as kneading or beating to the user, a pair of left and right kneading ball support arms 52 that respectively support the kneading balls 51 in a protruding state, and a support for the kneading balls. A drive unit 60 that moves the massaging balls 51 via an arm 52 in response to massage operations such as kneading and hitting, and a base that supports the drive unit 60 in a tiltable manner about an axis that is perpendicular to the up and down direction of the backrest part. The configuration includes a section 54.

The driving unit 60 includes a kneading motor 63 that generates a driving force for causing the massaging balls 51 to perform a massaging massage based on the control of the control unit 40, and a massaging motor 63 that generates a driving force for causing the massaging balls 51 to perform massaging based on the control of the control unit 40. The beating motor 64 generates the driving force for massaging the balls, and the rotational movements output from each motor are converted into movements corresponding to kneading and hitting, and these movements are transferred to the massaging ball support arm 52. This mechanism is similar to that used in known massage machines, and includes a kneading mechanism and a tapping mechanism (not shown) that transmit information to the kneading balls 51 via the kneading balls 51, and detailed explanation thereof will be omitted.

The kneading mechanism causes the kneading ball support arm 52 to swing continuously due to the rotation of the kneading motor 63 under the control of the control unit 40. The massaging balls 51 attached to one end of the massaging ball support arm 52 swing up and down, left and right, and back and forth while drawing a continuous trajectory in accordance with the movement of the massaging ball support arm 52, thereby realizing massaging. can.

The beating mechanism is such that the rotation of the beating motor 64 causes the massaging ball support arm 52 to swing around a predetermined position, and the massaging ball 51 at one end of the arm also moves back and forth as the massaging ball support arm 52 swings. It is a mechanism that creates a tapping massage by oscillating (reciprocating).

The base section 54 tiltably supports the drive section 60, and also includes a lifting motor 57 that generates a driving force for lifting and lowering the mechanical unit under the control of the control section 40, as well as a control section. This configuration includes a forward/backward motor 58 that generates a driving force for tilting the drive unit 60 based on the control of the drive unit 40 .

The mechanical unit 50 is supported by the pair of guide frames 13b at the side ends of the base portion 54 so as to be able to move up and down, respectively, so that the mechanical unit 50 is placed between the guide frames 13b, and the mechanical unit 50 as a whole moves along the guide frames 13b. It is configured so that it can be moved. Then, based on the control by the control section 40, the lifting motor 57 is operated and the base section 54 is moved along the guide frame 13b, so that the entire mechanical unit 50 including the base section 54 is moved along the guide frame 13b. This is a mechanism in which the position of the massaging balls 51 (the area to be massaged by the massaging balls) on the backrest 13 can be changed vertically.

Then, the mechanical unit 50 moves in the vertical direction of the backrest 13 as described above under the control of the control unit 40 according to the set massage content, and adjusts the vertical position of the massaging balls 51. The amount of protrusion of the kneading balls 51 toward the user is adjusted by tilting the kneading balls 51 and the drive unit 60 by the operation of the forward/backward motor 58.

When performing a massage such as kneading or hitting, after the massaging balls 51 are moved to the massage target area and the position is adjusted, or in parallel with the movement of the massaging balls 51, the control unit 40 controls the , the kneading/slapping motor of the drive unit 60 in the mechanical unit 50 is operated, and the kneading balls 51 are made to perform the set movements corresponding to the massage such as kneading or beating.

The armrests 14 are disposed on both sides of the seat 12 and can move back and forth as the backrest 13 tilts relative to the base 11 and the seat 12 to stably support the user's forearms. This is the configuration that is said to be. This armrest portion 14 is provided with a hand and arm air cell 75 that operates by supplying and discharging air by the air pump 70, and is configured to massage the user's hands and forearms.

When performing a massage using the hand and arm air cell 75 on the armrest 14, the user's forearm and hand should, in principle, be placed with the palms (palms) on the left and right sides, with the radius side of the forearm and the thumb side of the hand facing up. They are placed on the armrest 14 facing each other, and this is the normal posture of the forearm and hand.

The leg support portion 15 is located on the front side of the seat portion 12, is arranged to be tiltable around the front end of the seat portion 12, and has its inclination angle adjusted by an actuator (not shown) provided under the seat. be. This leg support part 15 is operated by supplying and discharging air by the air pump 70, and has a leg air cell 76 as a massage mechanism for the part of the leg below the knee, and a leg side air cell 77 as a massage mechanism for the foot. This is a built-in configuration. In addition, the leg support section 15 may be provided with a massage means such as a roller that presses the leg while moving up and down.

The operation unit 30 includes a large number of switches and a display unit that accept various operation inputs to the massage machine, is detachably installed on a stand 31 on the side of the massage machine 1, and transmits operation inputs related to massage to the control unit 40. It is something to do. Note that the position of the stand 31 is adjustable in order to position the switches of the operating section 30 and the display section to optimal positions for the user. This operation section 30 is integrally provided with an instruction section 45 that outputs audio.

The control unit 40 adjusts the massage mechanism and other movable parts of the massage machine to a state corresponding to the user, based on the detection results obtained by detecting the position of each part of the user's body in advance, The massage mechanism and other movable parts are controlled to perform appropriate massage based on the operation of the operation unit 30, the massage contents recorded and set in advance, and the information of the detection results.

The control unit 40 is a computer equipped with a CPU, a memory, an input/output interface, etc. as its hardware configuration, and is configured to operate the computer as the control unit 40 by a program stored in the memory or the like. The computer forming the control section 40 may be a microcomputer in which a CPU, memory, ROM, etc. are integrally formed.

A computer unit forming the control unit 40 is disposed in a predetermined space inside the massage machine 1, such as directly below the seat 12, and is in a state where it can communicate with the operation unit 30, and also controls various motors of the mechanical unit 50. , each actuator for tilting the seat portion 12, the backrest portion 13, and the leg support portion 15, and the air pump 70 are electrically connected, and when detecting the position of each part of the user's body, it is based on a preset position detection program. The operation of these drive mechanisms is controlled by outputting a control signal, and also by outputting a control signal based on set massage data when performing a massage.

In addition, the control section 40 is electrically connected to signal output means such as an encoder that outputs the displacement amount of the mechanical unit 50 and each actuator, so that the control section 40 can monitor the state of the mechanical unit 50, the seat section 12, the backrest section 13, The operation of driving means such as motors and actuators is controlled while grasping the state of the inclination of the leg support portion 15 and the like.

The control unit 40 controls the operation unit 30 for selecting and instructing the user through the operation unit 30 regarding a massage course in which basic massage functions and a plurality of massage functions are grouped into a set so as to be automatically executed in a predetermined order. Based on the instruction data from 30, the data of the function and massage course selected by the user is read from the storage section of the control section 40, and a control signal based on the data is outputted to each massage mechanism, specifically, By activating the mechanical unit 50 and/or the air pump 70, it is possible to perform a massage on the user according to the massage function or massage course selected by the user by mechanical massage and/or air cell massage using the massaging balls 51 of the mechanical unit 50. It is said that

In addition, the control unit 40 controls the mechanical unit 50 to detect the position of each part of the user's body prior to massage, as in a known massage machine, and moves the mechanical unit 50 from the initial position on the backrest 13 to the guide frame 13b. In the process of moving the massaging balls 51 along the user, changes in the pressure on the massaging balls 51 from the user leaning against the backrest 13, changes in the inclination of the massaging balls 51, etc. are sequentially acquired. Based on the information, the user's shoulder position, spine line, and waist position can also be detected.

Further, the control section 40 controls the instruction section 45 to output the instruction information in audio, and also controls each section of the massage machine corresponding to the instruction content of the instruction information. When the instruction information is issued, on the assumption that the user will change the posture according to the instructions of the instruction information, the specific posture after this posture change is predicted, and a specific massage is performed targeting the body in this specific posture. The operation of each massage mechanism is controlled so as to

The control unit 40 controls a predetermined part of the body that is expected to change from its previous posture in accordance with the change in posture of the user in accordance with instructions from the instruction information from the instruction unit 45; Alternatively, each massage mechanism is controlled to perform a predetermined massage that includes the vicinity of this part as a massage target part.

Specifically, for example, if the specific posture after the posture change is a posture with both hands raised upwards, the state of the predetermined body part that is stretched in the vertical direction of the body changes in accordance with the change to that posture. The machine unit 50 is moved together with the protruding massage balls 51 in contact with the body to massage target areas in a predetermined upper and lower range from the waist to the shoulders of the back, including the muscle areas from the shoulders to the back that change in condition. The control unit 40 performs control to execute a "stretch" massage in which rolling is applied with the moving direction upward, and the massaging ball 51 pushes up and stretches the massaging target area on the back.

In this case, the control unit 40 applies a massage corresponding to the specific posture after the user changes posture, which is different from the massage for the user in the normal posture, to the massage target area of the user's body. It is also possible to control the massage mechanism to perform this.

For example, when the specific posture is a posture with both hands raised upwards, the control unit 40 sets a state different from the normal posture, specifically, a state in which the relative positional relationship with the backrest portion 13 has changed slightly. The strength of pushing up with the massaging balls 51 (the protrusion of the massaging balls toward the body) depends on the position of the back, which is different from a "stretch" massage in a normal posture. Control is executed to perform a special "stretch" massage by changing the amount (amount) and changing the speed at which the massaging balls 51 move above the backrest.

In addition, when the first instruction information is issued to the user by the instruction section 45, the control section 40 controls the backrest section 13, leg support section 15, etc. that support the user's body in the massage machine. Control is performed to adjust the position so as to encourage the user's body movement related to a change in posture in accordance with the instruction of the first instruction information.

Under the control of the control unit 40, the instruction unit 45 outputs information such as instruction information including the content of instructions to the user as voice information at an appropriate timing before or during the massage. It emits information to the user and allows the user to receive the information.

If a specific massage is scheduled to be performed based on a specific posture of the user, which is included in the massage course or directly instructed to perform the massage by the user's operation, the instruction unit 45 performs the instruction at a timing immediately before , issues first instruction information to the user.

This first instruction information includes content that instructs the user to change his or her posture by moving at least part of his or her body. When the user moves his or her body in accordance with the instructions of the first instruction information, the user moves to a specific posture, and the specific massage based on this specific posture is performed. The user can now receive a massage that includes a predetermined body part or its vicinity that changes from the normal posture as a massage target part without any problem.

Specifically, for example, when performing the above-mentioned "stretch" massage using the massaging balls 51 in a posture with both hands raised, the instruction information is to "please raise both hands" to the user. Audio information is output from the instruction section 45. The user is required to raise both hands in accordance with this instruction so that the user can properly receive the "stretch" massage.

Further, the instruction unit 45 issues new second instruction information to the user when each massage mechanism finishes performing a specific massage targeting the user's body in a specific posture.

This second instruction information includes information on how to cancel a specific posture, that is, on the assumption that the user has changed his posture and assumed a specific posture according to the instructions of the instruction information, and the user moves when changing his posture. The content includes instructions for the user to restore at least a part of the body that is expected to be restored to its original state. When the user moves his/her body according to the instructions of the second instruction information, the user returns to the posture before changing to the specific posture, and is able to receive a normal massage corresponding to this posture as before.

Specifically, for example, when the "stretch" massage using the massaging balls 51, which targets the posture of the user with both hands raised upward, is completed, the second instruction is given to the user. As information, audio information to the effect of "Please lower your hands" is output from the instruction unit 45. The user is required to lower both hands in accordance with this instruction and return to the original normal posture of resting the forearm and hand on the armrest 14.

In addition, before issuing the first instruction information to the user, the instruction unit 45 may perform a massage scheduled to be performed on the body of the user who is assumed to have changed his or her posture according to the first instruction information. It is also possible to issue information regarding the content of a specific massage to the user.

Note that the instruction unit 45 is configured to emit instruction information as a sound that can be directly received by the user's ears, but is not limited to this, and may output information that can be directly received as a stimulus by the user's sensory organs. If there is, for example, the instruction section may be used as a display device such as the display section of the operation section 30 or an independent display so that the instruction information is emitted as video information that the user can see with the naked eye, or the instruction section may be used as a display device such as the display section of the operation section 30 or an independent display. The instruction unit may also emit information in other formats, such as one that transmits tactile stimulation such as vibrations with characteristics corresponding to the user's body to the surface (skin) of the user's body. In addition, if the instruction information is associated with posture changes in advance and the user who receives it can understand how to change the posture, it may include short and long electronic sounds, vibrations, or blinking color-coded lights. It may also be simplified or encoded information such as

Next, the massage execution state of the massage machine according to this embodiment will be explained. As a premise, the main power of the massage machine 1 is turned on while the user is seated on the massage machine 1 and supported with his or her back leaning against the backrest part 13, and the massage machine 1 is started. The preparatory operations before starting the massage, such as detecting the user's body shape, and adjusting the inclination angle of the backrest 13, etc., are completed, and furthermore, the user inputs operation status instructions such as a massage course, and the control unit 40 is activated. Assume that the user is about to perform a massage on a person using a massage mechanism such as a kneading ball.

In the scheduled massage course, if the user changes their posture to one with their hands raised upwards, this posture change will change the body from a normal posture to a state where the body is stretched in the vertical direction. A pair of massaging balls 51 is used to push up the massaging balls 51 along with the mechanical unit 50 under the backrest portion 13 over a predetermined range of the upper and lower regions of the back from the waist to the shoulders, including the muscle region from the shoulders to the back that is to be massaged. It is assumed that a process of performing a "stretching" massage to move the body upward is incorporated.

While proceeding with the massage course, when the stage immediately before executing the "stretch" massage, which is a specific massage based on a change in the user's posture, the control unit 40 first instructs the instruction unit 45 to perform the next massage. The information related to the content of is output as audio information.
Specifically, the instruction unit 45 outputs voice information such as "Now, we will 'stretch' your back with a massage ball."

In this way, before the instruction unit 45 issues to the user the first instruction information including the instruction to change the posture, the instruction section 45 gives advance notice to the user of the content of the specific massage scheduled to be performed. It can motivate people to move their bodies for change and encourage them to actually change their posture.

Next, based on the control by the control unit 40, the instruction unit 45 instructs the user to change their posture by moving a part of their body, specifically, “Please raise your hands and stretch your back. The first instruction information including the instruction "." is emitted to the user as voice information (see FIG. 7).

In accordance with the instruction information, the user positions both hands above the head, raises the arms above the shoulders, and takes a posture with the back stretched (see FIG. 10). This posture (specific posture) is the posture for receiving the "stretch" massage.

As the user's posture changes to a specific posture in which both hands are raised, the muscle regions from the shoulders to the back change from the normal posture to a state in which they are stretched in the vertical direction of the body. Directly or indirectly stimulating muscle parts in this stretched state cannot be achieved in a normal posture with both hands lowered, so the above-mentioned "stretching" is applied to massage target areas including these muscle parts or their vicinity. This massage can provide a different massage effect than a massage to the same massage target area performed in a normal posture.

In addition to emitting the first instruction information from the instruction section 45, the control section 40 also controls the backrest section 13 and the leg support section in order to encourage the user to raise both hands in accordance with the instructions of the first instruction information. Move 15. Specifically, the backrest portion 13 is tilted down and the leg support portion 15 is tilted up, respectively, so that the user as a whole is placed in a lying position (see FIGS. 8, 9, and 10).

Further, assuming that the user has changed his/her posture according to the instructions, the control unit 40 controls the mechanical unit 50 using its lifting motor 57 in preparation for a "stretch" massage to the massage target area in the predicted specific posture. As a result of the operation, the massage balls 51 are moved downward relative to the guide frame 13b, and the massaging balls 51 are lowered to be located at the lower part of the backrest portion 13, which is the initial position of "stretching". In addition, the control unit 40 operates the advancing/retracting motor 58 to tilt the drive unit 60 together with the massaging balls 51, adjusts the amount of protrusion of the massaging balls 51 toward the user, and moves the massaging balls 51 to the backrest. To make it possible to push up the back part of the body of a user who is leaning on 13.

Furthermore, the control unit 40 activates the leg air cells 76 of the leg support unit 15 to restrain the legs so that the user's body does not shift in the vertical direction of the backrest when performing the “stretch” massage.

After the first instruction information is issued, the control unit 40 causes the "stretch" massage to be performed at a predetermined timing when the user is expected to change his or her posture in accordance with the instructions of the instruction information. Specifically, for example, the mechanical unit 50 is operated so that the massaging balls 51 start moving upwards of the backrest 3 seconds after the legs are restrained in the leg support 15.

"Stretching" using the massaging balls 51 is performed by moving the massaging balls 51 upward along with the mechanical unit 50 while pressing a part of the back on the front side of the backrest with the protruding massaging balls 51. By moving upward along the back while maintaining contact and continuously applying upward stimulation from below to a predetermined range above and below the back from the waist to the shoulders, the massage stretches the back (see Figure 12).

When the user is in a posture with both hands raised, the user's back is also affected, and compared to the normal posture without raising both hands, the part of the back that is targeted for massage, near the waist, moves relative to the backrest in a direction that lifts it up. On the other hand, the shoulder portion of the back is in a state of relative movement in the direction of being pressed against the backrest portion (see FIG. 11). To deal with this, in order to perform the "stretch" massage appropriately, when performing the massage, the amount of protrusion of the kneading balls 51 is increased in the lower part of the back compared to the same massage in the normal posture. Adjustments are made to ensure the intensity of stimulation, and to reduce the amount of protrusion of the massaging balls 51 in the shoulder area of the back to prevent excessive stimulation (see FIG. 12). In this way, a "stretch" massage in a posture with both hands raised changes the quality of the massage itself, and is different from a similar massage in a normal posture, specifically responding to changes in the user's posture. Since the massage is performed as a massage, it is possible to provide a special massage effect that cannot be obtained in a normal posture, thereby increasing the user's satisfaction.

When the preset time has elapsed and the user has completed the "stretch" massage using the massaging balls 51 in a specific posture with both hands raised, the instruction unit 45 instructs the user to Second instruction information including an instruction to release the posture is emitted to the user as voice information.

Specifically, the instruction unit 45 outputs audio information including an instruction such as "Please lower your hands." as the second instruction information.
The user lowers both hands in accordance with the second instruction information and assumes the original normal posture with the forearms and hands resting on the armrest 14.

At the same time as issuing the second instruction information from the instruction section 45, the control section 40 causes the next massage to be performed on the backrest section 13 or the leg support section 15 in order to encourage the user to lower both hands and release the specific posture. Except when this is done without changing the state of are tilted in a downward direction to bring the user into the original seating position.

By returning to the normal posture before changing to the specific posture, the user can receive subsequent massages as a normal massage. By returning to a natural and comfortable position, you can increase the degree of relaxation that comes with the massage.

After the instruction unit 45 issues the second instruction information and after a predetermined time has elapsed during which the user is expected to have released the specific posture according to the instructions, the control unit 40 moves to the next massage in the massage course or cancels the massage course. To complete the process, the operation of each part is stopped, and the series of processes related to the execution of the massage are completed.

As described above, the massage machine according to the present embodiment is provided with the instruction section 45 that issues first instruction information including instruction content to change the user's posture to the user who is about to receive a massage, When the user changes his or her posture based on the first instruction information, the target area to be massaged, including a predetermined part of the body or the vicinity of this part, whose posture is different from the previous one, such as by stretching the muscles. When a massage is performed, the effect of this massage on a predetermined part of the body will be different from that of a massage on the same massage target part when the body does not change its posture. It is possible to provide stimulation as a new type of massage to the body part and its surrounding area, which is different from existing massages that are performed without changing the posture, and the massage can be performed efficiently, reducing muscle stiffness and pain due to massage. It can further promote the relaxation of stress and recovery from fatigue. In addition, the user can move his or her body in response to the instruction information issued to the user and achieve the necessary and sufficient change in posture. There is no need to provide a special mechanism for moving the body, and the cost associated with realizing changes in the user's posture using the massage machine can be reduced.

The massage machine according to the embodiment described above is configured to include a voice output section that constitutes the instruction section 45, but in addition to this, it is also equipped with an input section for the user's voice, etc. The information may also be configured to be used for control by the control unit 40. For example, in response to the first instruction information issued from the instruction unit 45, the user may not want to move his or her body according to the instructions of the first instruction information, or the user may not be able to maintain the changed posture after changing the posture. In this case, if a response indicating a negative intention is issued, the control unit 40 will be instructed not to perform the massage corresponding to the first instruction information or to stop the execution of the massage based on the information received by the input unit. It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which control is performed.

Further, in the massage machine according to the embodiment, the instruction section 45 is configured to issue the first instruction information and the second instruction information to the user. At a predetermined timing, such as when the specific massage by the massage mechanism is executed and finished, the user is instructed to respond with the user's evaluation of the effect of the massage executed after issuing the first instruction information. Third instruction information including content to be given is newly issued to the user, and the control unit 40 acquires information related to the answer issued by the user in accordance with the instructions of this third instruction information. It is also possible to have a configuration used for control.

In detail, for example, at a predetermined timing when the second instruction information is output from the instruction section 45 and the user is expected to move his or her body according to the instructions of the second instruction information and release the specific posture, the instruction section 45: A voice message informs the user of third instruction information, including content instructing the user to respond to the user's evaluation of the effectiveness of the "stretch" massage performed after issuing the first instruction information. emanate as.
Specifically, the instruction unit 45 outputs voice information including content such as "How was the massage?" as the third instruction information.

When the user follows the instructions of the third instruction information, utters the answer information for evaluating the effectiveness of the massage as voice and inputs it into the voice input section, or inputs the information through the input means of the operation section 30. This information is acquired by the control unit 40 and used by the control unit 40 to determine whether or not the massage in question can be adopted in a future massage course.

Then, after a predetermined time has elapsed since the instruction unit 45 issues the third instruction information and the acquisition of the answer information from the user is expected to be completed, the control unit 40 controls the next instruction in the massage course as in the above embodiment. Either the massage will proceed to the first massage, or the operation of each part will be stopped to mark the end of the massage course.

The effectiveness of the massage is not limited to the confirmation of the information obtained from the user's response based on the third instruction information, but also the confirmation of the effect of the massage between the massaging balls 51 (treatment element) and the user's body. The configuration can also be configured to check by detecting changes, and if it is detected that the area is softer than before the massage as the stiffness is loosened after the massage, the certain effect of the massage can be confirmed more objectively. This can be confirmed visually.

(Second embodiment of the present invention)
In the massage machine according to the first embodiment, when the user changes to a posture with both hands raised, the user supports both arms raised above the shoulders, and the massage machine side supports the user's arms. Although the structure is not particularly provided with a means for maintaining the changed posture of the user, the present invention is not limited to this, and as a second embodiment, the part of the user's body that is moved due to the change in posture and The massage machine may also be provided with an auxiliary support part that comes in contact with the massager and assists in maintaining the posture.

As a specific example, as shown in FIG. 13, the backrest portion 13 may be provided with a handle portion 13d projecting from its vertical end.
A user who follows the instructions by raising both hands above his head and arms above his shoulders can reduce the weight of his arms by grasping the handle 13d, which serves as an auxiliary support part, with his hands and not letting go. A portion of the user is supported by the handle portion 13d, the positions of both hands are determined, and both arms are stabilized, allowing the user to easily maintain the posture after the posture change. The positional relationship of the handle portion 13d with respect to the backrest portion 13 can be adjusted according to the user's physique.

After the user raises both hands in accordance with the instructions of the first instruction information and changes the posture, the user can maintain the changed posture with less strain with the assistance of the handle part 13d, without impairing the relaxing effect of the massage. At the same time, the user can comfortably maintain the posture after the posture change, and can reliably massage a predetermined part of the body as intended in advance, thereby appropriately producing the desired massage effect.

Immediately before or at the same time as the user raises both hands and grasps the handle portion 13d in accordance with the instructions of the instruction information, the user tilts the backrest portion 13 in a direction similar to the embodiment described above to increase the angle of the backrest portion 13 with respect to the seat portion 12. It is also possible to make it easier for the user to shift to a posture with both hands raised.

In addition, the handle portion 13d is provided with a sensor that detects the state in which the handle portion 13d is grasped by the hand, and a switch that is switched between ON and OFF when the user grasps the handle portion 13d with the hand. It is also possible to detect a change in the user's posture with both hands raised, and the control unit can start execution of a specific massage based on a change in the user's posture at an appropriate timing. It is possible to understand the state in which no changes have been made and avoid performing a specific massage in that state.

(Third embodiment of the present invention)
In the massage machine according to each of the embodiments described above, the content of the instruction to change the user's posture included in the first instruction information issued by the instruction unit 45 is set to be a posture with both hands raised of the user, and the instruction is As the user's posture changes according to the above, the control unit 40 applies "stretch" to the massage target areas, including muscle areas from the shoulders to the back, which are expected to change to a stretched state different from the previous posture. Although the configuration is configured to perform control to perform a massage, the first instruction information is not limited to this, and the instructions in the first instruction information include moving both hands in a direction other than upwards, or moving a part of the body other than the hands. As the posture changes according to these instructions, the back is massaged as a massage target area including a predetermined part of the body or the vicinity of this part where the posture is expected to change to a state different from the previous position. It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the control unit 40 controls execution of a predetermined massage on a predetermined part of the body other than the predetermined vertical range from the waist to the shoulder.

As a first specific example, the instruction unit 45 is configured to issue voice information to the user as first instruction information such as "Please reach out and touch the tip of the armrest." When the user changes his/her posture in accordance with the instructions of the instruction information by extending both hands forward and touching the tips of the armrests 14 (see FIG. 14), this posture change causes the user to extend his/her arms from the previous posture. The control unit 40 controls the massaging ball 51 to massage the massage target area including the muscle areas from the shoulders to the neck where the condition is expected to change, specifically the nape of the neck, by massaging or hitting with the massage ball 51. I do.

As the user changes his/her posture to a specific posture with his/her hands outstretched, the muscular region from the shoulders to the neck changes from the state before the posture change to the state where it is stretched outward of the body. Since it is impossible to stimulate the muscle parts in this stretched state when both hands are close to the torso before changing the posture, the massage ball 51 may be used to massage the neck muscles, including these muscle parts, as the massage target area. The tapping massage can provide a different massage effect than a massage performed on the same massage target area without changing the user's posture.

As a second specific example, the instruction unit 45 is configured to issue voice information to the user as the first instruction information to the effect of "Please raise your feet." When the user changes his/her posture by moving the leg below the knee forward and raising the foot according to the instructions in the instruction information (see Fig. 15), this posture change causes the user to change the previous normal posture. The control unit 40 causes the buttock air cell 71 and the thigh air cell 72 to expand and contract to massage target areas including thigh and buttock muscles that are expected to change from a stretched state to a contracted state. takes control.

As the user's posture changes to a specific posture in which the user's legs are raised, the muscles of the thighs and buttocks change from the state before the posture change to an extended or contracted state. Since it is impossible to stimulate the muscles in these states before changing the posture with the legs lowered, the buttock air cell 71 is applied to a predetermined range from the thigh to the buttocks as a massage target area, including these muscles. The massage using the thigh air cells 72 can provide a different massage effect from the same massage performed on the same massage target area without changing the user's posture.

As a third specific example, the instruction unit 45 is configured to issue voice information to the user as the first instruction information such as "Please twist your arm and turn your palm upward (downward)." Then, when the user twists the arm on the armrest 14 according to the instruction information and changes the posture so that the palms of both hands are facing upward (downward) (see FIG. 16), with this posture change, the The direction of the armrest 14 relative to the hand and arm air cells 75 is changed from the normal posture of the forearm and the hand, which is the area to be massaged. The control unit 40 performs control to perform a massage by contraction.

As the user's posture changes to a specific posture with the palm facing upward (downward), the forearm and hand shift the part facing the hand and arm air cell 75 from the state before the posture change, and changes to a state where it faces the air cell. Stimulating each side of the forearm and hand cannot be achieved when the radial side of the forearm and the thumb side of the hand are facing upward before changing the posture. The massage performed by the hand and arm air cells 75 on each side can provide a different massage effect from a massage performed without changing the user's posture. In addition, when massaging the forearm and each side of the hand, the distance between the forearm and hand and the air cell 75 for hand and arm is reduced, so stronger stimulation can be applied from the air cell, and a special massage corresponding to a specific posture can be performed. It will be a great massage.

In addition, before performing a massage using the kneading balls 51 on the area inside the shoulder blade or the area around the shoulder blade, which is included in the massage course or instructed to be performed by the user's operation, the massager is usually Due to the user's body shape, etc., the massaging ball position, which is adjusted to the massage starting position near the shoulder blade by the automatic position adjustment function, may not be in the correct position near the user's shoulder blade under the user's normal posture. In response to this situation, the instruction unit 45 is configured to issue voice information to the user as first instruction information to the effect that ``Please shift your body so that the position of the massaging balls is on the inside of the shoulder blades.'' You can also do that.

When the user moves his body according to the instructions of this instruction information and changes his posture so that the massaging balls 51 are located inside the user's shoulder blades, this posture change causes the user to change his posture from the previous normal posture. Massage such as massaging with the massaging balls 51 is performed on the region inside the user's shoulder blades and the region around the shoulder blades, which are the massage target parts, by changing the relative position to the massaging balls and reaching the vicinity of the massaging balls. The control unit 40 performs the control as follows.

In this case as well, applying stimulation with the massaging balls 51 to the region inside the user's shoulder blades and the region around the shoulder blades, which are positioned near the massaging balls as the user's posture changes, Since this cannot be achieved in the state before the posture change where the massaging balls are not correctly positioned near the shoulder blades of the user, the massage using the massaging balls 51 on the body after the posture change according to the instructions in the instruction information is performed based on the user's posture. It is possible to provide an appropriate massage effect that is different from a massage performed without changing the .

Furthermore, before performing the massage using the kneading balls 51 on the lower back included in the massage course, the effects of the tilting of the backrest 13 and leg support 15 during other massages previously performed in the same massage course are checked. As a result, the position of the user's body shifts, and the massaging balls 51, which are located at the massage starting position at the bottom of the backrest and should normally be located near the waist, are supported by the user's massage machine and are moved from the massage machine's position. In a normal posture that follows the user's movements, if the user's lower back becomes displaced, the first instruction information is to ``please sit back deeper into the seat.'' It is also possible to have the instruction unit 45 emit voice information.

When the user moves his/her body and sits back down in accordance with the instructions of this instruction information, and changes his/her posture so that the massaging balls 51 located at the bottom of the backrest come into contact with the vicinity of the user's waist, due to the change in posture, the The controller is configured to perform massage such as massaging with the massaging balls 51 on the lower back of the user as a massage target area by changing the relative position to the massaging balls 51 from the normal posture of the user and reaching the vicinity of the massaging balls. 40 will perform control.

In this case as well, the massaging balls 51 are used to stimulate the user's lower back, which has been positioned near the massaging balls as the user's posture changes, so that the massaging balls 51 are correctly positioned near the user's lower back. Since this cannot be achieved in the state before the posture change without changing the posture, the massage using the kneading balls 51 on the body after the posture change according to the instructions of the instruction information is different from the massage performed without changing the user's posture. It is possible to impart a massage effect.

(Fourth embodiment of the present invention)
In the massage machines according to the embodiments described above, the instruction unit 45 is configured to output each instruction information as information that can be directly received as stimulation by the user's sensory organs, for example, audio information that can be heard by the user's ears. However, as a fourth embodiment, as shown in FIG. It is also possible to output the information as receivable information using the communication terminal 80 worn on the person's body.

Specifically, the instruction unit 48 outputs the instruction information as communication data that can be received by a communication terminal 80 such as a smartphone carried by the user or a wearable device worn on the user's body. The instruction information is transmitted to these communication terminals by wired communication by direct connection via cable, or by wireless communication by radio waves, light, sound waves, changes in magnetic fields, etc.

Then, the communication terminal 80 such as a smartphone or wearable device transmits the instruction information received from the instruction unit 48 to the user through audio output from a voice generating unit such as a speaker or earphone as a communication means, This can be communicated to the user through display output from a display unit such as a display unit or the video display area of smart glasses (wearable displays).

In this way, the instruction unit 48 is configured to output instruction information as communication data received by the communication terminal 80 carried by the user or worn on the user's body, using the transmission means of the communication terminal 80. , the instructions contained in the instruction information are transmitted to the user in the form of audio or video display, etc., so that the user takes action according to the instructions, so the communication terminal 80 that the user has in advance is transmitted to the user using the instruction information. It is no longer necessary to provide an information output means on the massage machine side that can be directly received by the user, and the configuration of the massage machine can be simplified. In addition, by transmitting the instructions included in the instruction information only to the user through the communication terminal 80, it is possible to ensure that the user can receive the instructions without difficulty, while also preventing sound, light, etc. from being inadvertently diffused around the massage machine. It is possible to prevent discomfort from being caused to people other than the user around the massage machine.

In addition, the massage machine according to each of the embodiments has a mechanical unit 50 mounted on the backrest 13 as a massage mechanism that moves the massaging balls 51 in response to massage operations such as kneading and hitting the balls 51, so as to support the seated user. Although the configuration is a chair-shaped massage machine that performs massage while supporting the body, it is not limited to this, and can be used with other massage machines as long as it is equipped with a massage mechanism operated by a motor, for example, in a supine or prone position. It may be in the form of a mat or bed that supports the user and performs the massage. Furthermore, the massage mechanism is not limited to a mechanism for moving massaging balls or an air cell, but may also be configured to adopt a mechanism that moves other stimulation means such as rollers or protrusions as appropriate depending on the mode of stimulation. can.

1 Massage machine 11 Base part 12 Seat part 13 Backrest part 13a Backrest part frame 13b Guide frame 13d Handle part 14 Armrest part 15 Leg support part 30 Operation part 31 Stand 40 Control part 45, 48 Instruction part 50 Mechanical unit 51 Massage balls 52 Massage ball support arm 54 Base part 57 Lifting motor 58 Advance/retreat motor 60 Drive unit 63 Massage motor 64 Beating motor 70 Air pump 71 Buttocks air cell 72 Thigh air cell 73 Back air cell 74 Waist air cell 75 Hand and arm air cell 76 Leg air cell 77 Foot side air cell 80 Communication terminal

Claims (6)

A massage machine that has one or more massage mechanisms driven by a predetermined drive source and that massages the user with the massage mechanisms while supporting the user's body,
a seat that supports the user's buttocks;
a backrest part that is tiltably arranged behind the seat part and supports the user's back;
a leg support part that is tiltably arranged on the front side of the seat part and supports the user's legs;
a control unit that controls the operating state of the massage mechanism;
an instruction unit configured to emit first instruction information at a predetermined timing, the instruction information including content instructing the user receiving a massage by the massage mechanism to change his/her posture by moving at least a part of the user's body; Prepare,
The first instruction information includes content to stretch a muscle region from the shoulders to the back,
When the first instruction information is issued to the user by the instruction section, the backrest section is tilted in a direction that encourages the user to raise both hands in accordance with the instructions of the first instruction information. The massage machine is characterized in that the leg support section is tilted in the upward direction to place the user in a posture as if he were lying on his back. The massage machine according to claim 1,
The leg support part has a leg air cell for massaging the part of the user's leg below the knee,
The massage machine, wherein the control unit restrains the user's legs using the leg air cells when performing the massage after the first instruction information is issued. The massage machine according to claim 1 or 2,
The instruction section may emit second instruction information including content instructing the user to cancel the specific posture after the user's posture has changed.
Features a massage machine. The massage machine according to claim 3,
When the second instruction information is issued to the user by the instruction section, the backrest section is tilted in an upright direction and the legs are tilted so as to urge the user to lower both hands and release the specific posture. tilting the support part in a downward direction to put the user in the posture before the first instruction information is issued;
Features a massage machine. The massage machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
The instruction unit outputs the instruction information as information that can be directly received as a stimulus by the user's sensory organs.
Features a massage machine. The massage machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5,
The instruction section outputs the instruction information as information that can be received by a communication terminal that has a transmission means capable of transmitting information to the user and is carried by the user or worn on the user's body. that it is something
Features a massage machine.

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