Portable self-heating acupuncture instrument

Abstract

The application discloses a portable self-heating acupuncture instrument. The portable self-heating acupuncture instrument comprises a containing tube for heating acupuncture needles, a disinfectant tank for storing disinfectant, a liquid pump for supplying disinfectant, a waste liquid tank for receiving the disinfectant discharged by the containing tube, a power supply for power supply, a heating switch for controlling the power supply and the containing tube, a disinfection switch for controlling the power supply and the liquid pump, a cover plate for shielding the acupuncture needles, and a shell for mounting the containing tube, the disinfectant tank, the waste liquid tank, the power supply and the heating switch, wherein the shell is provided with a mounting seat for mounting the disinfection switch, the cover plate is provided with shaft rods on both sides, the shaft rods are slidingly arranged on the mounting seat, the mounting seat is provided with a limiting mechanism for limiting the downward movement of the shaft rods, the limiting mechanism is slidingly arranged on the mounting seat, and the limiting mechanism can press the disinfection switch by moving towards the disinfection switch. The portable self-heating acupuncture instrument can heat and disinfect the acupuncture needles simultaneously.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of acupuncture technology, and in particular to a portable self-heating acupuncture device. Background Technology

[0002] Acupuncture is an indispensable medical technique in Traditional Chinese Medicine. To prevent the loss of needles and to ensure their proper use, medical professionals typically use specialized acupuncture boxes to store the needles used in acupuncture. However, current acupuncture boxes still have some shortcomings. Existing conventional acupuncture boxes can only store acupuncture needles and cannot heat them, making them unsuitable for cold regions such as high altitudes. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a portable adjustable self-heating acupuncture device that can heat and sterilize acupuncture needles.

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention provides a portable self-heating acupuncture device. The portable self-heating acupuncture device includes a receiving tube for accommodating and heating acupuncture needles, a disinfectant tank for storing disinfectant, a pump for supplying disinfectant to the receiving tube, a waste tank for receiving disinfectant discharged from the receiving tube, a power supply for powering the receiving tube and the pump, a heating switch for controlling the connection between the receiving tube and the power supply, a disinfection switch for controlling the connection between the pump and the power supply, a cover for shielding the acupuncture needles, and a housing for mounting the receiving tube, the disinfectant tank, the waste tank, the power supply, and the heating switch. The pump is located inside the disinfectant tank. The pump is connected to the receiving pipe via an inlet pipe, and the receiving pipe is connected to the waste liquid tank via a drain pipe. The outer casing is equipped with a mounting base for installing a disinfection switch. Shafts are provided on both sides of the cover plate, and the shafts slide on the mounting base. A limiting mechanism is provided on the mounting base to restrict the downward movement of the shafts. The limiting mechanism slides on the mounting base, and moving the limiting mechanism towards the disinfection switch can press the disinfection switch. When the shaft is above the limiting mechanism, the limiting mechanism limits the shaft; when the shaft is below the limiting mechanism, pressing the cover plate can close or open the heating switch. The shaft can pass through the limiting mechanism and move upwards.

[0005] Furthermore, the mounting base includes a base body and a sliding block mounted on the base body. The sliding block is provided with a first sliding groove for the shaft to slide. The limiting mechanism restricts the shaft from extending into the first sliding groove when it moves downward. The mounting base is provided with a second sliding groove for the limiting mechanism to slide. The disinfection switch is mounted on the base body.

[0006] Furthermore, the limiting mechanism includes a limiting block for limiting the shaft, a slider pivotally connected to the limiting block, a handle for pushing the slider, a pressing block for pressing the disinfection switch, and a reset member for resetting the slider. The pivotal position of the limiting block and the slider is located above the limiting block. The pressing block is mounted on the handle, the handle is mounted on the slider, and the slider is slidably disposed in the second groove.

[0007] Furthermore, the width of the second groove is greater than the width of the first groove.

[0008] Furthermore, a main switch is also provided to control the disinfection switch, heating switch, and power supply.

[0009] Furthermore, the receiving tube includes an inner tube for placing acupuncture needles, an upper connecting nozzle for connecting to the liquid inlet tube, a heating wire for heating, an outer tube for accommodating the heating wire, and a plug for sealing the lower section of the outer tube and supporting the heating wire. The plug is detachably installed on the outer tube and is also used to position the inner tube. The outer tube is detachably installed on the outer shell. The upper connecting nozzle is detachably installed on the inner tube and extends out of the outer tube. The lower end of the inner tube is connected to the drain pipe.

[0010] Furthermore, a mounting plate is detachably mounted on the outer shell, the mounting plate is provided with a plurality of perforations for acupuncture needles to pass through and mounting portions corresponding to the perforations, and the receiving tube is detachable from the mounting portions.

[0011] Furthermore, the lower end of the inner tube is provided with a lower connecting nozzle, which is made of silicone or rubber.

[0012] Furthermore, the lower connecting nozzle is provided with a magnetic ring for positioning the acupuncture needle, and the magnetic ring is snapped onto the lower connecting nozzle.

[0013] Furthermore, the disinfectant flow rate of the upper connecting nozzle is greater than that of the lower connecting nozzle.

[0014] This invention discloses a portable self-heating acupuncture device. A receiving tube holds acupuncture needles and can heat the needles. A liquid pump supplies disinfectant to the receiving tube, enabling the acupuncture needles to be disinfected. A limiting mechanism is provided to restrict the cover plate, ensuring that the cover plate can only contact the heating switch after the disinfection switch is activated. This ensures that the acupuncture needles can only be heated after each disinfection, thus ensuring that the acupuncture needles meet the requirements for the next use. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of a portable self-heating acupuncture device according to the present invention.

[0016] Figure 2This is a cross-sectional view of a portable self-heating acupuncture device according to the present invention.

[0017] Figure 3 This is a longitudinal sectional view of a portable self-heating acupuncture device according to the present invention.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the mounting base and the limiting mechanism.

[0019] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of part A in the image.

[0020] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the first groove.

[0021] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the receiving tube.

[0022] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the positioning bump.

[0023] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram of the mounting plate.

[0024] The meanings of the labels in the attached diagram are as follows:

[0025] 1. Receiving tube, 11. Outer tube, 12. Inner tube, 121. Positioning protrusion, 13. Heating wire, 14. Upper connecting nozzle, 15. Lower connecting nozzle, 16. Plug, 17. Magnet, 21. Disinfectant tank, 22. Liquid pump, 23. Waste liquid tank, 24. Sealing plug, 31. Power supply, 32. Heating switch, 33. Disinfection switch, 34. Main switch, 41. Cover plate, 42. Outer shell, 43. Shaft, 44. Mounting plate, 441. Perforation, 442. Mounting part, 443. Fixing strap, 45. Limiting mechanism, 51. Limiting block, 52. Slider, 53. Handle, 54. Pressing block, 55. Reset part, 6. Mounting seat, 61. First slide groove, 611. Lateral section, 6111. Positioning section, 6112. Slide groove block, 62. Second slide groove, 621. Acupuncture needle, 7. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The invention will now be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, a preferred embodiment of the portable self-heating acupuncture device of the present invention includes a receiving tube 1, a disinfectant tank 21, a liquid pump 22, a waste liquid tank 23, a power supply 31, a heating switch 32, a disinfection switch 33, a cover plate 41, a limiting mechanism 5, a mounting base 6, and a housing 42. The receiving tube 1 is mounted on the housing 42 and is used to receive and heat acupuncture needles 7. Multiple receiving tubes 1 are arranged in two groups, each group located on both sides inside the housing 42, and each group holds one set of acupuncture needles 7. The disinfectant tank 21 stores disinfectant solution, which is located inside the housing 42. The liquid pump 22 is located inside the disinfectant tank 21 and supplies disinfectant solution to the receiving tubes 1. Two liquid pumps 22 are used, each corresponding to one set of receiving tubes 1. The liquid pump 22 is connected to the receiving tubes 1 via an inlet pipe, facilitating the supply of disinfectant solution to each receiving tube 1. The power supply 31 supplies power to all the receiving tubes 1 and the liquid pump 22, facilitating the heating of the receiving tubes 1 and the operation of the liquid pump 22. The heating switch 32 is mounted on the outer casing 42 and controls the connection between all the receiving tubes 1 and the power supply 31. When the heating switch 32 is closed, the receiving tubes 1 are energized by the power supply 31, and the receiving tubes 1 begin heating the acupuncture needles 7. When the heating switch 32 is open, the receiving tubes 1 are disconnected from the power supply 31, and the receiving tubes 1 stop heating the acupuncture needles 7. The waste liquid tank 23 is located inside the outer casing 42, and the receiving tubes 1 are connected to the waste liquid tank 23 via a drain pipe, facilitating the collection of disinfectant discharged from the receiving tubes 1. The mounting base 6 is fixed to the top surface of the outer casing 42. There are four mounting bases 6, with two mounting bases 6 forming a group. The two groups of mounting bases 6 are arranged one in front of the other, and the two mounting bases 6 in each group are opposite each other. There are two cover plates 41, each cover plate 41 corresponding to a group of receiving tubes 1. The two cover plates 41 are slidably mounted on the two groups of mounting bases 6 respectively. There are two disinfection switches 33, which are respectively mounted on the two groups of mounting bases 6. The disinfection switches 33 are used to control the on / off state of the two liquid pumps 22 and the power supply 31. When the disinfection switch 33 is closed, the liquid pump 22 is energized by the power supply 31, and the liquid pump 22 begins to supply disinfectant to the receiving tube 1. When the disinfection switch 33 is open, it is disconnected from the power supply 31, and the liquid pump 22 stops supplying disinfectant to the receiving tube 1. There are four limiting mechanisms 5, each of which is slidably mounted on a corresponding mounting mechanism. The two limiting mechanisms 5 are corresponding to the disinfection switches 33. The limiting mechanisms 5 are used to limit the shaft 43.When the shaft 43 is above the limiting mechanism 5, it cannot pass through the limiting mechanism 5 to descend. The limiting mechanism 5 moves away from the center of the cover plate 41, and the limiting mechanism 5 presses the disinfection switch 33, closing the disinfection switch 33. At the same time, the limiting mechanism 5 releases the restriction on the shaft 43, allowing the shaft 43 to move downward, thus enabling the cover plate 41 to contact the heating switch 32. When the limiting mechanism 5 is moved towards the disinfection switch 33 again and the disinfection switch 33 is pressed again, the disinfection switch 33 is opened, the liquid pump 22 stops supplying disinfectant, and the limiting mechanism 5 resets under the push of the disinfection switch 33. When the shaft 43 is below the limiting mechanism 5, the cover plate 41 can be pressed to close or open the heating switch 32; at the same time, the shaft 43 can move upward through the limiting mechanism 5, opening the cover plate 41 to expose the acupuncture needle 7. To facilitate differentiation of the state of the heating switch 32, i.e., whether it is closed or open, the button of the heating switch 32 protrudes from the top surface of the housing 42. Thus, when the heating switch 32 is open, the cover plate 41 is not parallel to the housing 42; when the heating switch 32 is closed, the cover plate 41 is parallel to the housing 42. For convenient control of the power supply 31, a main switch 34 is also provided. This main switch 34 simultaneously controls the connection and disconnection of the heating switch 32 and the sterilization switch 33 to the power supply 31, allowing for complete power disconnection when not in use and effectively preventing accidental closure of the heating switch 32 and the sterilization switch 33.

[0028] like Figures 4 to 6As shown, the mounting base 6 includes a base 61 for mounting the limiting mechanism 5 and the disinfection switch 33, and a sliding block 62 mounted on the base 61. The sliding block 62 is typically mounted on the base 61 by screws. A first sliding groove 611 is provided on the sliding block 62, and the shaft 43 is inserted into the first sliding groove 611, sliding within it. The first sliding groove 611 includes a transverse section 6111 and a positioning section 6112 communicating with the transverse section 6111. When the shaft 43 moves in the transverse section 6111, the cover plate 41 changes its longitudinal position. When the shaft 43 moves in the positioning section 6112, the end of the cover plate 41 with the shaft 43 changes its height. The limiting mechanism 5 restricts the shaft 43 from extending into the positioning section 6112 of the first sliding groove 611 when it descends, preventing the shaft 43 from moving below the limiting mechanism 5, thus allowing the cover plate 41 to contact the heating switch 32. The transverse section 6111 is inclined upwards, meaning the end of the transverse section 6111 closer to the positioning section 6112 is higher than the end farther from the positioning section 6112. This increases the height of the positioning section 6112, ensuring that the shaft 43 will not easily detach from the positioning section 6112 and enter the transverse section 6111, effectively preventing the cover plate 41 from opening accidentally. The main switch 34 is mounted on the mounting base 6. The mounting base 6 is provided with a second sliding groove 621, and the limiting mechanism 5 is slidably disposed within the second sliding groove 621. The disinfection switch 33 is mounted on the base 61, and the movement of the limiting mechanism 5 will press the disinfection switch 33.

[0029] The limiting mechanism 5 includes a limiting block 51, a slider 52, a handle 53, a pressing block 54, and a reset component 55. The limiting block 51 is used to restrict the shaft 43. The limiting block 51 is pivotally connected to the slider 52. The pivot position of the limiting block 51 and the slider 52 is located above the limiting block 51. This ensures that the limiting block 51 cannot be flipped downwards but can be flipped upwards first. In this way, the limiting block 51 can restrict the shaft 43 located above. That is, when the limiting block 51 exits the second slide groove 621, the shaft 43 can be restricted by the limiting block 51 and can only be held against the top surface of the limiting block 51. This prevents the cover plate 41 from contacting the heating switch 32. In other words, the heating switch 32 can be closed or opened by pressing the cover plate 41. At the same time, when the shaft 43 is below the limiting block 51, the shaft 43 can push the limiting block 51 to flip upwards, so that the shaft 43 can enter the transverse section 6111 from the positioning section 6112 and open the cover plate 41. The slider 52 is slidably disposed within the second slide groove 621 of the mounting base 6. The reset member 55 is a spring, disposed within the second slide groove 621. The spring abuts against the bottom of the second slide groove 621 and the slider 52. The reset member 55 is used to reset the slider 52. The handle 53 is mounted on the slider 52. Pushing the handle 53 can move the slider 52, thereby moving the limiting block 51. The pressing block 54 is mounted on the handle 53. The pressing block 54 is used to press the disinfection switch 33 to close or open the disinfection switch 33. The width of the second slider 52 is greater than the width of the first slide groove 611, thus ensuring that the slider 52 will not slide from the second slide groove 621 into the first slide groove 611.

[0030] like Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the receiving tube 1 includes an outer tube 11, an inner tube 12, a heating wire 13, an upper connecting nozzle 14, a lower connecting nozzle 15, and a plug 16. The outer tube 11 is detachably connected to the outer shell 42. The inner tube 12 is located inside the outer tube 11 and is used to hold the acupuncture needle 7. The heating wire 13 is located inside the outer tube 11 and simultaneously wraps around the inner tube 12. The heating wire 13 is used for heating, thereby heating the acupuncture needle 7 inside the inner tube 12. The plug 16 is detachably installed at the lower end of the outer tube 11. The plug 16 is used to close the lower section of the outer tube 11 and support the heating wire 13 to ensure that the heating wire 13 will not fall off. The plug 16 is also used to position the inner tube 12 to ensure that the inner tube 12 will not shake. The upper connecting nozzle 14 is detachably connected to the inner tube 12 through the outer tube 11. The upper connecting nozzle 14 is connected to the inlet pipe, thus delivering disinfectant into the inner tube 12 for sterilization of the acupuncture needle 7. The upper connecting nozzle 14 is typically connected to the inner tube 12 via a screw thread for easy installation. A lower connecting nozzle 15 is inserted into the lower end of the inner tube 12, and this lower connecting nozzle 15 is connected to the drain pipe to ensure that used disinfectant is discharged into wastewater. The lower connecting nozzle 15 is made of silicone or rubber for easy insertion. Using disinfectant eliminates the need for manual sterilization, reducing the steps required for pre-use sterilization of the acupuncture needle 7. A magnetic ring is fitted onto the lower connecting nozzle 15 to position the acupuncture needle 7 and prevent it from falling out of the inner tube 12. The disinfectant flow rate of the upper connecting nozzle 14 is greater than that of the lower connecting nozzle 15. This allows disinfectant to accumulate in the inner tube 12 when it is supplied, resulting in better disinfection. After the liquid pump 22 stops supplying, all the disinfectant can be discharged, preventing it from remaining in the inner tube 12 and forming a new source of contamination. This ensures a good disinfection effect.

[0031] The outer tube 11 is provided with a through hole 441 to facilitate the upper connecting nozzle 14 to pass through the outer tube and connect to the inner tube 12. The inner tube 12 is provided with a mounting hole, and the upper connecting nozzle 14 is screwed into the mounting hole. In order to facilitate the alignment of the mounting hole and the through hole 441, a positioning groove is provided on the outer tube, and a positioning protrusion 121 is provided on the inner tube 12, which is located in the positioning groove.

[0032] like Figure 9As shown, a mounting plate 44 is detachably mounted on the outer casing 42. The mounting plate 44 has multiple perforations 441 arranged in two rows, with each perforation corresponding to a mounting part 442. The mounting part 442 is used to connect to the receiving tube 1, and each mounting part 442 is screwed onto a receiving tube 1. The mounting part 442 and the receiving tube 1 are connected by a thread for easy disassembly of the outer tube 11. The perforation 441 through which the acupuncture needle 7 passes is placed into the inner tube 12 of the receiving tube 1. The outer casing 42 has an installation opening, and the mounting plate 44 is located within this opening. Positioning parts 443 are provided at both ends of the mounting plate 44, and positioning notches are provided at both ends of the installation opening. The positioning parts 443 are fixed within the positioning notches by screws, quickly positioning the mounting plate 44. The disinfectant tank 21 is fixed to the outer casing 42 using the same installation opening and positioning notches. It should be understood that the disinfectant tank 21 is provided with an inlet for adding disinfectant, and the inlet is sealed with a sealing plug 24; the waste liquid tank 23 is provided with a drain outlet extending out of the outer shell 42, and the drain outlet is sealed with a sealing plug 24. When waste needs to be discharged, the sealing plug 24 can be removed. For easy handling, a fixing strap 45 is also installed on the outer shell 42. The entire device can be taken away by pulling the fixing strap 45. The fixing strap 45 can avoid obstructing the inlet and facilitate the addition of disinfectant.

[0033] Turn on the main switch 34 a few minutes in advance. At this time, the heating switch 32 is in the closed state, and the heating wire 13 will automatically turn on and heat up the acupuncture needle 7. The advance opening time depends on the power of the heating wire 13. When you need to remove the acupuncture needle 7, first lift the cover plate 41 upwards, and then push the cover plate 41 away from the disinfectant tank 21. At this time, the upper part of the acupuncture needle 7 will be exposed, and the acupuncture needle 7 can be removed. The acupuncture needle 7 has been heated at this time.

[0034] After use, place the acupuncture needle 7 into the receiving tube 1, and then move the cover plate 41 towards the disinfectant tank 21, so that the cover plate 41 moves along the first slide groove 611 to the limit block 51. Then move the handle 53 to press the disinfection switch 33 to start the liquid pump 22 and send the disinfectant into the receiving tube 1 to disinfect the acupuncture needle 7. At this time, the shaft 43 falls into the bottom of the positioning section 6112 of the first slide groove 611. After a few seconds, move the handle 53 again to press the disinfection switch 33 to turn off the liquid pump 22 and stop the supply of disinfectant. Then press the cover plate 41 to close the heating switch 32, so that the heating wire 13 heats up to heat the acupuncture needle 7. The heating is started at the same time as the acupuncture needle 7 is covered.

[0035] During the process of putting the acupuncture needle 7 back and covering the cover plate 41, because the limiting block 51 of the limiting mechanism 5 is in the first slide groove 611, the shaft 43 on the cover plate 41 can only move to the limiting block 51, which restricts the return of the cover plate 41. Therefore, the disinfection switch 33 must be turned on for disinfection before the cover plate 41 can be covered. This ensures that heating is performed after disinfection each time, without missing the disinfection step, and ensures that the acupuncture needle 7 is disinfected each time it is taken out. To completely close the cover plate 41, it is necessary to press the cover plate 41. This ensures that the heating switch 32 is closed, and that the heating function can be started when the main switch 34 is turned on next time.

[0036] The above are merely embodiments of the present invention and do not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structures made using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings, whether directly or indirectly applied to other related technical fields, are similarly within the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A portable self-heating acupuncture device, characterized in that: The device includes a receiving tube for accommodating and heating acupuncture needles, a disinfectant tank for storing disinfectant, a pump for supplying disinfectant to the receiving tube, a waste tank for receiving disinfectant discharged from the receiving tube, a power supply for powering the receiving tube and the pump, a heating switch for controlling the connection between the receiving tube and the power supply, a disinfection switch for controlling the connection between the pump and the power supply, a cover for shielding the acupuncture needles, and a housing for mounting the receiving tube, the disinfectant tank, the waste tank, the power supply, and the heating switch. The pump is located inside the disinfectant tank and is connected to the receiving tube via an inlet pipe. The pipe is connected to the waste liquid tank via a drain pipe. The outer casing is equipped with a mounting base for installing a disinfection switch. Shafts are provided on both sides of the cover plate, and these shafts slide on the mounting base. A limiting mechanism is provided on the mounting base to restrict the downward movement of the shafts. The limiting mechanism slides on the mounting base; moving the limiting mechanism towards the disinfection switch presses the disinfection switch. When the shaft is above the limiting mechanism, the limiting mechanism limits the shaft; when the shaft is below the limiting mechanism, pressing the cover plate can close or open the heating switch. The shaft can pass through the limiting mechanism and move upwards. The mounting base includes a base body and a sliding block mounted on the base body. The sliding block is provided with a first sliding groove for the shaft to slide. The limiting mechanism restricts the shaft from extending into the first sliding groove when it moves downward. The mounting base is provided with a second sliding groove for the limiting mechanism to slide. The disinfection switch is mounted on the base body. The limiting mechanism includes a limiting block for limiting the shaft, a slider pivotally connected to the limiting block, a handle for pushing the slider, a pressing block for pressing the disinfection switch, and a reset component for resetting the slider. The pivotal position of the limiting block and the slider is located above the limiting block. The pressing block is mounted on the handle, the handle is mounted on the slider, and the slider is slidably disposed in the second slide groove. The receiving tube includes an inner tube for placing acupuncture needles, an upper connecting nozzle for connecting to an inlet pipe, a heating wire for heating, an outer tube for accommodating the heating wire, and a plug for sealing the lower section of the outer tube and supporting the heating wire. The plug is detachably mounted on the outer tube and is also used to position the inner tube. The outer tube is detachably mounted on the outer shell. The upper connecting nozzle is detachably mounted on the inner tube and extends out of the outer tube. The lower end of the inner tube is connected to a drain pipe.

2. The portable self-heating acupuncture device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The width of the second groove is greater than the width of the first groove.

3. The portable self-heating acupuncture device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It is also equipped with a main switch for controlling the disinfection switch, heating switch and power supply.

4. The portable self-heating acupuncture device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A mounting plate is detachably mounted on the outer shell. The mounting plate is provided with a plurality of perforations for acupuncture needles to pass through and mounting parts corresponding to the perforations. The receiving tube is detachably mounted on the mounting parts.

5. A portable self-heating acupuncture device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The lower end of the inner tube is provided with a lower connecting nozzle, which is made of silicone or rubber.

6. A portable self-heating acupuncture device as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The lower connecting nozzle is provided with a magnetic ring for positioning acupuncture needles, and the magnetic ring is snapped onto the lower connecting nozzle.

7. A portable self-heating acupuncture device as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The disinfectant flow rate of the upper connector is greater than that of the lower connector.

Images