KR20140134573A - Low frequency therapy device having heating function - Google Patents

Abstract

An invention for a low-frequency therapy device equipped with a thermal function is disclosed. The low-frequency electric therapy apparatus according to the present invention includes a power supply unit for supplying power, an input unit for inputting functions and set values, and a controller for receiving a power supply from the power supply unit and generating A main body including a microcomputer for transmitting a low frequency signal having a low frequency electrical pulse and an output unit for outputting a functional state under the control of the microcomputer, A low frequency output unit for outputting the low frequency signal, and a silicon pad unit including a heat generator for generating heat to be turned on and off under the control of the microcomputer, the silicon pad unit being in contact with a body part.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention [0001] The present invention relates to a low-

[0001] The present invention relates to a low-frequency therapy device having a warming function, and more particularly, to a low-frequency treatment device for performing a basic function of a low-frequency treatment device for electrically stimulating nerves or muscles of a human body, To a low-frequency therapeutic apparatus having a function.

Generally, a low-frequency therapeutic apparatus refers to a device that stimulates nerves or muscles of a human body by using an electrical signal that is a low-frequency pulse, and has an advantage of being able to perform treatment such as nerve palsy, stiffness, and pain alone And is widely used.

This low-frequency treatment device has a low-frequency treatment device which is equipped with a microcontroller that automatically changes the frequency to be stimulated, or controls various functions such as time control function and intensity control function according to a program. have.

BACKGROUND ART [0002] The background art of the present invention is disclosed in Korean Patent Registration No. 10-0443072 (published on Aug. 02, 2004, entitled Portable Thermal Ceramics Generating Therapeutic Frequency and Therapeutic Waveform).

Such a low-frequency therapy device has a problem that the therapeutic effect is limited due to the effect of low-frequency functions such as tapping, kneading, massage, massage, and acupressure effect due to electric pulses. Therefore, there is a need for improvement.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made to solve the above problems, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a low-frequency therapy device for stimulating nerves or muscles of a human body, And a low-frequency therapeutic device provided with a thermal function.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a portable terminal which is easy to carry and can be easily used because its own power source is provided and its size is small and low frequency function and warming function are alternately operated at a set cycle, Frequency therapeutic device provided with a thermal function that maximizes the effect of the warming effect when the warming function is used by densely arranging hot wires in the silicon pad attached to the human body.

It is another object of the present invention to provide a low-frequency therapy device having a thermal function that maximizes ease of use by displaying a function of the low-frequency therapeutic device through a screen while simultaneously displaying the function of the low-frequency therapeutic device.

It is another object of the present invention to provide a low-frequency therapy device having a thermal function that improves the user's convenience by adopting a touch input method when selecting a function of the low-frequency treatment device.

The low-frequency electric therapy apparatus according to the present invention includes a power supply unit for supplying power, an input unit for inputting functions and set values, and a control unit for receiving a power supply from the power supply unit, A microcomputer for transmitting a low-frequency signal having low-frequency electric pulses generated by the microcomputer, and an output unit for outputting a functional state under the control of the microcomputer; And a low frequency output unit connected to the connection terminal of the main body unit via a cable and outputting the low frequency signal transmitted from the microcomputer and a heat generator for generating heat on and off under the control of the microcomputer, A contacting silicon pad portion; And a control unit.

In the present invention, a plurality of the silicon pads are provided, and further, a temperature sensor for measuring a temperature of the heat generating unit is further provided, and the microcomputer controls the ON / OFF of the heat generating unit according to the temperature of the heat generating unit, Is controlled.

In the present invention, the microcomputer controls the heat generator to be turned on at a resting time of the electric pulse.

In the present invention, the output unit displays the functional state under the control of the microcomputer externally or outputs it as an annotation.

In the present invention, the power supply unit may be one of an internal power supply and an external power supply. In the case where the power supply unit is an internal power supply, if the current falls below a predetermined current, .

In the present invention, the input unit is a key input unit or a touch input unit.

According to the present invention, since the heating function is started at the same time the electric pulse is applied, it is possible to maximize the therapeutic effect and improve the reliability of the product due to the addition of the massage effect, the massage effect and the thermal effect.

Further, according to the present invention, since the self-power is provided and the size is small, it is easy to carry and can be used easily, and the low frequency function and the heat function are alternately operated at a set cycle, In addition, it is possible to maximize the effect of heat pumice when using the heat function by arranging the hot heat lines tightly inside the silicon pad attached to the human body.

In addition, according to the present invention, when the function selection of the low-frequency electric therapy apparatus is performed, it is displayed on the screen and guided to the moment, thereby maximizing the usability.

In addition, according to the present invention, a touch input method can be employed to select a function of a low-frequency therapeutic apparatus, thereby enhancing convenience for the user.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a low-frequency therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a block diagram illustrating the inside of a main body in a low-frequency therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention. Referring to FIG.
3 is a circuit diagram showing on-off control of a heat generator in a low-frequency electric therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 4 is a graph showing an operation cycle of an electric pulse and an on-off time of a heat generator in a low-frequency electric therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 5 is a view showing an embodiment of using a silicon pad unit in a low-frequency therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, a low-frequency therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In this process, the thicknesses of the lines and the sizes of the components shown in the drawings may be exaggerated for clarity and convenience of explanation.

Further, the terms described below are defined in consideration of the functions of the present invention, which may vary depending on the intention or custom of the user, the operator. Therefore, definitions of these terms should be made based on the contents throughout this specification.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a low-frequency electric therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the inside of a body unit in a low-frequency electric therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention to be.

Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, the low-frequency treatment apparatus to which the present invention is applied includes a main body portion 10 and a silicon pad portion 20.

The main body 10 includes a power supply unit 11, an input unit 12, an oscillation unit 13, a microcomputer 14, a connection terminal 15, and an output unit 16.

First, the power supply unit 11 supplies DC power to the microcomputer 14.

At this time, the power supply unit 11 may be powered by one of an internal power supply and an external power supply.

Therefore, when the internal power source is applied, it is preferable that the power source is supplied from an internal rechargeable battery (not shown), and when the internal power source is discharged, the external power source is connected to the power source.

In addition, when the external power source is connected, the target temperature value can be set higher, thereby further maximizing the effect of the heat function.

The input unit 12 is input means to which a key input means 12a or a touch input means is applied and set values such as a function, an operation time, an operation intensity, a temperature, and the like of the low frequency treatment apparatus are inputted by the user.

That is, the functions according to the stimulation areas such as the neck, shoulders, the waist, the arm joints, the foot joints, and the functions according to modes such as kneading, pressing, pressing, and massage are selected by the input of the input unit 12.

In this case, when the touch input means 12b is applied to the input unit 12, a touch panel may be applied to the output window 16a or a touch input unit may be provided to the key input means 12a. And a pressure-reducing type.

Accordingly, when the function of the low-frequency therapeutic apparatus is selected, the user's convenience can be improved by adopting the touch input method.

The oscillating unit 13 supplies the micom 14 with a fundamental frequency for generating a low frequency.

The microcomputer 14 transmits a low-frequency signal having low-frequency electric pulses generated by a predetermined low-frequency generating pattern according to the function of the input unit 12, and controls the entire operation of the low-frequency electric therapy apparatus.

The output unit 16 outputs the operating state of the low-frequency therapy apparatus under the control of the microcomputer 14. [

At this time, the output unit 16 may be provided with an output window 16a to display an operating state under control of the microcomputer 14 to the outside, or a speaker (not shown) may be provided to output the announcement.

That is, the output unit 16 plays a role of informing the outside of the apparatus so that the user can easily recognize the operation state of the low-frequency therapy apparatus.

The silicon pad portion 20 is connected to the connection terminal 15 provided in the main body portion 10 through a cable 21 and outputs a low frequency signal transmitted from the microcomputer 14 to a low frequency output portion And a heat generating unit 25 that is turned on and off according to the control of the microcomputer 14 and performs a thermal function.

At this time, as shown in FIG. 1, the heat generating part 25 is closely arranged in the silicon pad part 20, thereby maximizing the effect of the heating function.

That is, the silicone pad unit 20 has a low frequency function for tapping, kneading, and pressing to electrically stimulate the nerves or muscles of the body part in contact with the body part, and a thermal pad effect To provide a thermal function to feel.

As shown in FIG. 1, the plurality of silicon pads 20 may be connected to the connection terminals 15 of the main body 10, Independent control of the pad portion 20 is possible, so that even if any one of the silicon pad portions 20 fails, the silicon pad portion 20 which is not broken can be used.

The silicon pad portion 20 is provided with a temperature sensor 27 for measuring the temperature of the heat generating portion 25.

At this time, the microcomputer 14 controls on / off of the heat generator 25 according to the temperature of the heat generator 25 measured through the temperature sensor 27.

More specifically, when the temperature of the heat generator 25 measured through the temperature sensor 27 is lower than the temperature set value input through the input unit 12, the heat generator 25 is turned on. If the temperature is higher than the temperature setting value And turns off the heat generator 25.

When the power supply unit 11 is an internal power supply, the microcomputer 14 turns off the heat generation unit 25 when the current falls below a predetermined current to stop performing the heating function and to perform only the low frequency function It is possible.

3 is a circuit diagram showing on-off control of a heat generator in a low-frequency electric therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The temperature sensor 27 measures the output voltage in a state in which the voltage is applied to the heat generating portion 25 at intervals of about one second to see how much heat is generated while the heat generating portion 25 is turned on.

3, when the power is supplied to the heat generator 25, the temperature sensor 27 is connected in parallel with the heat generator 25 as the resistance of the heat generator 25 increases, The output voltage measured at R2 is increased.

At this time, the microcomputer 14 converts the output voltage to the temperature, and controls the on / off state of the heat generator 25 by operating the switch 19 according to the temperature set value.

For example, the output voltage can be calculated by converting the temperature as follows.

Temperature = (output voltage - 400mV) / 19.5mV

That is, when the temperature set value of the temperature sensor 27 according to the present invention is 0, the output voltage is 400 mV and the temperature change value is 19.5 mV / 1 degree, the temperature can be calculated through the output voltage as described above.

When the temperature value calculated through the above equation is compared with the temperature set value input from the input unit 12, if the calculated temperature value is lower than the temperature set value, the heat generation unit 25 is turned on, Value, the heat generator 25 is turned off.

FIG. 4 is a graph showing an operation cycle of an electric pulse and an on-off time of a heat generator in a low-frequency electric therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention.

The microcomputer 14 controls the heat generating unit 25 to be turned on at the resting time of the electric pulse.

That is, as shown in FIG. 4, the heat generating unit 25 is turned off at the operation time (a) of the electric pulse, and alternately controlled so that the heat generating unit 25 is turned on at the rest of the electric pulse (b).

Preferably, the dwell time of the electric pulse is set to about 1 second or more (b), and the heat generating unit 25 is turned on during this time.

At this time, the microcomputer 14 generates a low-frequency signal having a period of an electrical pulse operation time (a) and an electrical pulse idle time (b) according to a low frequency generation pattern corresponding to the function input through the input unit 12 And is transmitted to the low frequency output unit 23 during the operation time input through the input unit 12. [

Therefore, since the low frequency output unit 23 and the heat generating unit 25 are not operated at the same time, it is possible to extend the service life of the battery by simultaneously performing the low frequency function and the warming function while lowering the maximum power.

In addition, the microcomputer 14 generates different frequencies to be stimulated in the operation time (a) of the electric pulse according to a predetermined low frequency generation pattern, thereby enhancing the effect of the low frequency treatment.

The silicon pad unit 20 is further provided with a pressure sensor (not shown) for instantly interrupting the heating function when external pressure is applied.

More specifically, when the user presses the silicon pad unit 20 at a set pressure or more to operate the pressure sensor, the microcomputer 14 turns off the heat generating unit 25 so that when the user presses the silicon pad unit 20 ) Is too hot, it can quickly block the heat function, protecting the affected area and improving user satisfaction.

FIG. 5 is a view showing an embodiment of using a silicon pad unit in a low-frequency therapy apparatus having a thermal function according to an embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in FIG. 5, the silicon pad portion 20 is provided with a space that can be stored inward on a surface that is not in contact with the skin of the user, so that the direction patch 30 containing an aromatic material such as aroma is received. It is possible to prevent the user from feeling tension when using the low-frequency treatment device, so that the mind and body can be stabilized.

In addition, the natural substance extracted from plants such as cotton seeds and herbs in the silicon pad portion 20 can be used to further enhance the therapeutic effect by containing phytoncide ingredient having stress, skin sterilization, immunity and forest bath effect It is possible.

As described above, according to the present invention, since the heating function is started at the same time as the electric pulse is applied, the heating effect is added in addition to the massage effect, the massage effect and the acupressure effect, thereby improving the reliability of the product Can be expected.

In addition, since it is equipped with its own power source and is small in size, it is easy to carry and can be easily used, and the low frequency function and the heat function can be alternately operated at a set cycle, In addition, it is possible to maximize the effect of hot pumice when using the heat function by arranging the hot heat line tightly inside the silicon pad attached to the human body.

In addition, when the function selection of the low frequency treatment device is performed, it is displayed on the screen, and at the same time, it is possible to maximize the usability by guiding it to the moment.

While the present invention has been particularly shown and described with reference to exemplary embodiments thereof, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims. will be. Accordingly, the true scope of the present invention should be determined by the following claims.

10: main body part 11: power supply part
12: input unit 13:
14: Microcomputer 15: Connection terminal
16: Output section 16a: Output window
19: Switch 20: Silicon pad part
21: Cable 23: Low frequency output section
25: a heat generator 27: a temperature sensor

Claims (6)

Frequency signal having low-frequency electrical pulses generated by a predetermined low-frequency generation pattern in accordance with an operation of the input unit and receiving power from the power supply unit, and a control unit A main body unit including a microcomputer and an output unit for outputting a functional state under control of the microcomputer; And
A low frequency output unit connected to the connection terminal provided in the main body unit via a cable and outputting the low frequency signal transmitted from the microcomputer, and a heat generation unit generating heat by being controlled by the microcomputer, A silicon pad portion; And a low-frequency therapeutic device having a thermal function.
The method according to claim 1,
The silicon pad portion
And a temperature sensor for measuring a temperature of the heat generating unit,
The microcomputer
And controls the on / off state of the heat generator based on the temperature of the heat generator measured through the temperature sensor.
The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the microcomputer
Wherein the control unit controls the heating unit to be turned on at a resting time of the electrical pulse.
The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the output section
Wherein the function state according to the control of the microcomputer is externally displayed or output as an annotation.
The plasma display apparatus of claim 1, wherein the power supply unit
The power supply means of either the internal power supply or the external power supply is applied,
The microcomputer,
Wherein when the current is lower than a predetermined current when the power supply unit is an internal power supply, the operation of the heat generator is interrupted.
The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the input unit
And a key input unit or a touch input unit.

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