Massager and how to use it

Abstract

The massager comprises a base, the base having a first surface opposite to a second surface, a first side opposite to a second side, and a concave wing extending in the opposite direction to the first surface and defining the first side. An elongated massage member is connected to the second surface of the base, extends in a direction away from the second surface, and extends from the first side to the second side. A motor is disposed within the base and configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base to the elongated massage member. The extension has a first end extending from the first surface of the base in the opposite direction to the second surface of the base, and a handle located at the second end of the extension. A switch is disposed within the handle and has on and off positions configured to turn the motor on and off.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to the field of personal devices. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a personal massager useful for massaging tissues such as tissues that have undergone lymphadenectomy, radiation therapy, or both. Specific examples described in the present disclosure relate to a massager useful for self-treatment of lymphedema, promoting lymphatic drainage, or both, and a method of performing self-massage such as a method for self-treatment of lymphedema, promoting lymphatic drainage, or both. Background Technology

[0002] Lymphedema is a chronic condition characterized by the accumulation of lymphatic fluid in interstitial spaces, causing edema, discomfort, and limb dysfunction. This condition commonly occurs as a result of surgical procedures, such as lymph node dissection (commonly referred to as lymph node resection), and radiation therapy. Conventional treatment options for lymphedema management include manual lymphatic drainage, compression therapy, and exercise. However, these conventional options often fail to provide symptom relief for individuals suffering from lymphedema. There remains a need for innovative and effective solutions that combine various treatment methods to improve patient outcomes.

[0003] Therefore, there is a need for improved devices and methods for the treatment of lymphedema, the promotion of lymphatic drainage, or both.

[0004] Various exemplary massage devices are described.

[0005] An exemplary massager comprises: a base having a first surface, a second surface, a first side and a second side, wherein the first surface is opposite to the second surface and the first side is opposite to the second side, and the base further has a concave wing that defines the first side and extends in a direction opposite to the first surface; an elongated massage member connected to the second surface of the base and extending from the first side of the base to the second side of the base and extending in a direction away from the second surface; a motor disposed within the base and configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base to the elongated massage member; an extension having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the extension extends from the first surface of the base in a direction opposite to the second surface of the base; a handle located at the second end of the extension; and a switch disposed on the handle, having an on and off position, configured to supply power to the motor when in the on position and cut off power to the motor when in the off position.

[0006] Another exemplary massager includes a base. The base has a first surface, a second surface, a first side, and a second side. The first surface is opposite to the second surface. The first side is opposite to the second side. The base has a first concave wing and a second concave wing. The first concave wing defines the first side, and the second concave wing defines the second side. The first concave wing and the second concave wing extend in a direction opposite to the first surface. A plurality of elongated massage members are connected to the second surface of the base, and the plurality of elongated massage members extend in a direction away from the second surface and extend from the first side of the base to the second side of the base. A motor is disposed within the base. The motor is configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base to the plurality of elongated massage members. An extension has a first end and a second end, and the first end of the extension extends from the first surface of the base in a direction opposite to the second surface of the base. A handle is located at the second end of the extension. The switch is placed on the handle. The switch has on and off positions. The switch is configured to turn on the motor when in the on position and turn off the motor when in the off position.

[0007] An example of performing self-treatment for lymphedema or a radiation site includes the step of placing a massager on the affected area, and the massager includes a base. The base has a first surface, a second surface, a first side, and a second side. The first surface is opposite to the second surface. The first side is opposite to the second side. The base has a first concave wing and a second concave wing. The first concave wing defines the first side, and the second concave wing defines the second side. The first concave wing and the second concave wing extend in a direction opposite to the first surface. A plurality of elongated massage members are connected to the second surface of the base. The plurality of elongated massage members extend in a direction away from the second surface and extend from the first side of the base to the second side. A motor is disposed within the base. The motor is configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base to the plurality of elongated massage members. The extension has a first end and a second end. The first end of the extension extends from the first surface of the base in a direction opposite to the second surface of the base. A handle is located at the second end of the extension. A switch is placed on the handle. The switch has on and off positions. The switch is configured to turn on the motor when in the on position and turn off the motor when in the off position. The present method may further include the steps of selecting a vibration speed; turning on the massager; applying pressure to the massager; and massaging the affected area with the massager.

[0008] Further understanding of the massager and method of the present invention can be obtained by reviewing the detailed description of selected examples below and the referenced drawings. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0009] FIG. 1 is a side view of a first exemplary massager. Figure 2 is a plan view of a first exemplary massager. Figure 3 is a bottom view of a first exemplary massager. FIG. 4 is a side view of a second exemplary massager. FIG. 5 is a plan view of a second exemplary massager. FIG. 6 is a bottom view of a second exemplary massager. Fig. 7 is a side view of a third exemplary massager. FIG. 8 is a plan view of a third exemplary massager. Fig. 9 is a bottom view of a third exemplary massager. FIG. 10 is a side view of a fourth exemplary massager. FIG. 11 is a plan view of a fourth exemplary massager. FIG. 12 is a bottom view of a fourth exemplary massager. FIG. 13 is a side view of the fifth exemplary massager. FIG. 14 is a bottom view of the fifth exemplary massager. FIG. 15 is a side view of the fifth exemplary massager. Figure 16 is a flowchart for performing self-treatment of lymphedema or irradiated areas. FIG. 17 is a side view of the sixth exemplary massager. FIG. 18 is a plan view of the sixth exemplary massager. FIG. 19 is a bottom view of the sixth exemplary massager. FIG. 20 is a perspective view of the 6th exemplary massage device. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0010] The following detailed description and accompanying drawings describe and illustrate various exemplary massage devices and methods of using the massage devices. The description and illustration of these examples enable those skilled in the art to manufacture and use the examples of massage devices. These do not limit the scope of the claims in any way.

[0011] FIGS. 1, FIGS. 2, and FIGS. 3 each illustrate a first exemplary massager (100). The massager (100) has a base (102), an elongated massage member (104), a motor (106), an extension (108), a handle (110), and a switch (112). In the illustrated embodiment, the base (102) is elliptical, but the base (102) may be any desired shape including, but not limited to, a circle, a rectangle, etc. The base (102) has a first surface (114) and a second surface (116). The first surface (114) of the base (102) is opposite to the second surface (116) of the base (102). Additionally, the base (102) has a length (118) extending from a first end (120) of the base (102) to a second end (122) of the base (102). The length (118) may be any desired length (118), but the permissible length (118) may range from about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) to about 15.24 cm (6 inches), but is not limited thereto. The base (102) also has a width (124) extending from the third end (126) of the base (102) to the fourth end (128) of the base (102). The width (124) may be any desired width (124), but the permissible width (124) may range from about 5.715 cm (2.25 inches) to about 12.7 cm (5 inches), but is not limited thereto. It may be advantageous to have a base (102) with a length (118) of about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) and a width (124) of about 8.89 cm (3.5 inches). Additionally, it may be beneficial to have a base (102) with a length (118) of about 11.43 cm (4.5 inches) and a width (124) of about 12.7 cm (5 inches). These dimensions of the base (102) can be seen as beneficial, as they allow the massager (100) to properly and accurately locate the desired massage area for the individual.The base (102) has a first side (130), a second side (132), a third side (134), and a fourth side (136). The first side (130) is opposite to the second side (132), and the third side (134) is opposite to the fourth side (136). The base (102) may be made of any desired flexible material, including but not limited to polymers. By making the base (102) of a flexible material, the base (102) can be flexibly bent in a way that allows it to deform to fit the shape of an individual's body while still applying pressure to the individual. The entire base (102) may be concave.

[0012] Additionally, the base (102) has a concave wing (138) that defines the first side (130). The concave wing (138) does not need to define the first side (130). Alternatively, the concave wing (138) may define the second side (132). Additionally, the base (102) may have a plurality of concave wings (138) that define the first side (130) and the second side (132). Furthermore, the concave wing (138) extends in the opposite direction to the first surface (114). The concave wing (138) may extend in the opposite direction to the first surface (114) at a predetermined angle (140). For example, the concave wing (138) may have an angle (140) of about 1° to about 90°, but is not limited thereto. The concave wing (138) may be made of the same material as the entire base (102), or alternatively, the concave wing (138) of the base (102) may be manufactured of a material that is more flexible or less flexible than the rest of the base (102). It may be considered beneficial for the concave wing (138) to be more flexible than the rest of the base (102) so that it can deform to better fit an individual's body. Additionally, it may be considered beneficial for the concave wing (138) to be less flexible than the rest of the base (102) so that more pressure can be applied to the individual by the concave wing (138). Although the present embodiment has been described as having a wing, the present embodiment does not need to have a visual or physical wing. If a wing is included, as described above, the wing may have a small angle of about 1°. Alternatively, the base may include a flat or substantially flat surface.

[0013] The illustrated embodiment further includes an elongated massage member (104). Although the illustrated embodiment illustrates only one elongated massage member (104), the massager (100) may have any number of elongated massage members (104), such as (but not limited to) 1, at least 1, 2, at least 2, multiple, more than 2, 3, at least 3, more than 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and more than 10. The elongated massage member (104) is connected to a second surface (116) of the base (102). The elongated massage member (104) may be connected to the second surface (116) of the base (102) by any means, such as (but not limited to) an adhesive. Alternatively, the elongated massage member may be formed integrally with the base. The elongated massage member (104) may extend in a direction away from the second surface (116) of the base (102). In the illustrated embodiment, the elongated massage member (104) extends from the first side (130) of the base (102) to the second side (132) of the base (102). Alternatively, the elongated massage member (104) may extend along the width (124) of the base (102) from the third end (126) to the fourth end (128). Additionally, the elongated massage member (104) may extend from the first end (120) to the second end (122). The elongated massage member (104) may be manufactured from any desired material. However, since metal materials have a relatively low coefficient of friction when in contact with an individual's skin, it may be considered advantageous for the elongated massage member (104) to be manufactured from a metal material. Therefore, the massager (100) can easily slide along the individual's skin.Furthermore, the slender massage member (104) may be tubular, but the slender massage member (104) may have any desired shape as long as it allows the massager (100) to move along human or animal skin in response to an unassisted force applied to the massager by a human. Alternatively, the slender massage member (104) may be a liquid-filled pad. For example, the slender massage member (104) may include a gel-filled pad.

[0014] In the illustrated embodiment, the motor (106) is positioned within the second side (132) of the base (102). The motor (106) may be positioned within or on any desired part of the base (102), including but not limited to the concave wing (138), the central part (142) of the base (102), the extension (108), or the handle (110). The motor (106) is configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base (102) to the slender massage member (104). The motor (106) may have any desired number of speeds. However, the illustrated embodiment has only a single speed of about 2,000 rpm. A single speed may be any desired speed including, but not limited to, about 500 rpm, 1,000 rpm, 3,000 rpm, 4,000 rpm, 5,000 rpm, 6,000 rpm, 7,000 rpm, and 9,000 rpm. Additionally, the massager (100) may have any desired number of motors (106), including, but not limited to, two, three, or four.

[0015] The illustrated embodiment further includes an extension (108). The extension (108) has a first end (144) and a second end (146) of the extension. The first end (144) of the extension extends from a first surface (114) of the base (102) in the opposite direction to the second surface (116) of the base (102). Additionally, a handle (110) is located at the second end (146) of the extension. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle (110) is offset relative to the extension (108) to provide a larger handle (110) so that an individual can easily grasp the massager (100). However, the handle (110) may be any desired type of handle (110) that helps an individual grasp the massager (100). In an alternative embodiment, the extension (108) may be removed, and the handle (110) may be attached to or integrally formed with the first surface (114) of the base (102). Furthermore, the switch (112) is partially positioned within the first side (148) of the handle (110). The switch (112) may be located on any desired side (148) of the handle (110) or on the upper surface (150) of the handle. The switch (112) has an on and off position. The switch (112) is configured to turn on the motor (106) when in the on position and turn off the motor (106) when in the off position. The switch (112) does not need to be on the handle (110), but it is advantageous for the switch (112) to be on the handle (110) so that an individual can easily toggle the switch (112) between the on and off positions. Alternatively, the switch (112) may be placed on the extension (108) or base (102) of the massager (100).

[0016] FIGS. 4, FIGS. 5, and FIGS. 6 each illustrate a second exemplary massager (200). The massager (200) has a base (202), a plurality of elongated massage members (204), a motor (206), an extension (208), a handle (210), and a switch (212). In the illustrated embodiment, the base (202) is elliptical, but the base (202) may be any desired shape including, but not limited to, a circle, a rectangle, etc. The base (202) has a first surface (214) and a second surface (216). The first surface (214) of the base (202) is opposite to the second surface (216) of the base (202). Additionally, the base (202) has a length (218) extending from a first end (220) of the base (202) to a second end (222) of the base (202). The length (218) may be any desired length (218), but the permissible length (216) may range from about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) to about 15.24 cm (6 inches), but is not limited thereto. The base (202) also has a width (224) extending from the third end (226) of the base (202) to the fourth end (228) of the base (202). The width (224) may be any desired width (224), but the permissible width (224) may range from about 5.715 cm (2.25 inches) to about 12.7 cm (5 inches), but is not limited thereto. It may be advantageous to have a base (202) with a length (218) of about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) and a width (224) of about 8.89 cm (3.5 inches). Additionally, it may be beneficial to have a base (202) with a length (218) of about 11.43 cm (4.5 inches) and a width (224) of about 12.7 cm (5 inches). These dimensions of the base (202) can be seen as beneficial, as they allow the massager (200) to properly and accurately locate the desired massage area for the individual.The base (202) additionally has a first side (230), a second side (232), a third side (234), and a fourth side (236). The first side (230) is opposite to the second side (232), and the third side (234) is opposite to the fourth side (236). The base (202) may be made of any desired flexible material, including but not limited to polymers. By making the base (202) of a flexible material, the base (202) can be flexibly bent in a way that allows it to deform to fit the shape of an individual's body while applying pressure to the individual. The entire base (202) may be concave.

[0017] Additionally, the base (202) has a first concave wing (238) and a second concave wing (252). The first concave wing (238) defines the first side (230) of the base (202), and the second concave wing (252) defines the second side (232) of the base (202). The massager (200) does not need to have the first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252). The massager (200) may have only one concave wing, as in the first exemplary massager (200). Furthermore, the first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252) extend in the opposite direction to the first surface (214). The first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252) may extend in the opposite direction to the first surface (214) at a predetermined angle (240). For example, the first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252) may have an angle (240) of about 1° to about 90°, but are not limited thereto. The first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252) may be made of the same material as the rest of the base (202), or alternatively, the first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252) of the base (202) may be made of a material that is more flexible or less flexible than the rest of the base (202). It may be considered beneficial that the first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252) are more flexible than the rest of the base (202) so that the massager (200) can be deformed to better fit the individual's body. Additionally, it may be considered beneficial that the first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252) are less flexible than the rest of the base (202) so that more pressure can be applied to the individual by the first concave wing (238) and the second concave wing (252). Although the present embodiment has been described as having wings, the present embodiment does not need to have visual or physical wings.If a wing is included, as described above, the wing may have a small angle of about 1°. Alternatively, the base may include a flat or substantially flat surface.

[0018] The illustrated embodiment further comprises a plurality of elongated massage members (204). Although the illustrated embodiment illustrates only two elongated massage members (204), the massager (200) may have any number of elongated massage members (204), such as (but not limited to) one, three, five, six, and nine. The plurality of elongated massage members (204) are connected to a second surface (216) of the base (202). The plurality of elongated massage members (204) may be connected to the second surface (216) of the base (202) by any means such as (but not limited to) an adhesive, or may be formed integrally with the base (202). The plurality of elongated massage members (204) may extend in a direction away from the second surface (216) of the base (202). In the illustrated embodiment, a plurality of elongated massage members (204) extend from a first side (230) of the base (202) to a second side (232) of the base (202). Alternatively, the plurality of elongated massage members (204) may extend along the width (224) of the base (202) from a third end (226) of the base (202) to a fourth end (228) of the base (202). Additionally, the plurality of elongated massage members (204) may extend from a first end (220) to a second end (222). The plurality of elongated massage members (204) may be manufactured from any desired material. However, since metal materials have a relatively low coefficient of friction when in contact with an individual's skin, it may be considered advantageous for the plurality of elongated massage members (204) to be manufactured from a metal material. Thus, the massager (200) can easily slide along the individual's skin. Furthermore, the plurality of slender massage members (204) may be tubular, but the plurality of slender massage members (204) may have any desired shape as long as they allow the massager (200) to slide along the individual's skin.Additionally, although the plurality of elongated massage members (204) appear to have similar lengths, the plurality of elongated massage members (204) may have various different shapes. The plurality of elongated massage members (204) also do not need to be located at any specific position on the second surface (216) of the base (202). For example, the plurality of elongated massage members (204) may be closer or further apart than illustrated. Alternatively, the elongated massage members (204) may be liquid-filled pads. For example, the elongated massage members (204) may include gel-filled pads.

[0019] In the illustrated embodiment, the motor (206) is positioned within the central portion (242) of the base (202). The motor (206) may be positioned within or on any desired portion of the base (202), including but not limited to the first concave wing (238), the second concave wing (252), the extension (208), or the handle (210). The motor (206) is configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base (202) to a plurality of elongated massage members (204). The motor (206) may have any desired number of speeds. However, the motor (206) in the illustrated embodiment has three speeds including about 2,000 rpm, 4,000 rpm, and 6,000 rpm. These speeds can be considered beneficial as they provide an optimal amount of vibration through at least a plurality of elongated massage members (204). The speed may alternatively include, but is not limited to, about 500 rpm, 1,000 rpm, 3,000 rpm, 5,000 rpm, 7,000 rpm, and 9,000 rpm. Additionally, the massager (200) may have any desired number of motors (206), including, but not limited to, two, three, or four.

[0020] The illustrated embodiment further includes an extension (208). The extension (208) has a first end (244) and a second end (246) of the extension. The first end (244) of the extension extends from the first surface (214) of the base (202) in the opposite direction to the second surface (216) of the base (202). Additionally, a handle (210) is located at the second end (246) of the extension. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle (210) is positioned at the center of the extension (208) to allow an individual to easily grasp the massager (200). However, the handle (210) may be any desired type of handle (210) that helps an individual grasp the massager (200). In an alternative embodiment, the extension (208) may be removed, and the handle (210) may be attached to or integrally formed with the first surface (214) of the base (202). Furthermore, the switch (212) is partially positioned within the upper surface (250) of the handle (210). The switch (212) may be located on any side (248) of the handle (210). The switch (212) has an on and off position. The switch (212) is configured to turn on the motor (206) when in the on position and turn off the motor (206) when in the off position. When the on position on the switch (212) is pressed after the motor is turned on, the speed of the motor (206) is changed, and thus the amount of vibration generated will be changed. The switch (212) does not need to be on the handle (210), but it is advantageous for the switch (212) to be on the handle (210) so that an individual can easily toggle the switch (212) between the on position and the off position.

[0021] FIGS. 7, FIGS. 8, and FIGS. 9 each illustrate a third exemplary massager (300). The massager (300) has a base (302), a plurality of elongated massage members (304), a first motor (306), a second motor (354), an extension (308), a handle (310), and a switch (312). In the illustrated embodiment, the base (302) is elliptical, but the base (302) may be any desired shape including, but not limited to, a circle, a rectangle, etc. The base (302) has a first surface (314) and a second surface (316). The first surface (314) of the base (302) is opposite to the second surface (316) of the base (302). Additionally, the base (302) has a length (318) extending from a first end (320) of the base (302) to a second end (322) of the base (302). The length (318) may be any desired length (318), but the permissible length (318) may range from about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) to about 15.24 cm (6 inches), but is not limited thereto. The base (302) also has a width (324) extending from the third end (326) of the base (302) to the fourth end (328) of the base (302). The width (324) may be any desired width (324), but the permissible width (324) may range from about 5.715 cm (2.25 inches) to about 12.7 cm (5 inches), but is not limited thereto. It may be advantageous to have a base (302) with a length (318) of about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) and a width (324) of about 8.89 cm (3.5 inches). Additionally, it may be beneficial to have a base (302) with a length (318) of about 11.43 cm (4.5 inches) and a width (324) of about 12.7 cm (5 inches). These dimensions of the base (302) can be seen as beneficial, as they allow the massager (300) to properly and accurately locate the desired massage area for the individual.The base (302) additionally has a first side (330), a second side (332), a third side (334), and a fourth side (336). The first side (330) is opposite to the second side (332), and the third side (334) is opposite to the fourth side (336). The base (302) may be made of any desired flexible material, including but not limited to polymers. By making the base (302) of a flexible material, the base (302) can be flexibly bent in a way that allows it to deform to fit the shape of an individual's body while applying pressure to the individual. The entire base (302) may be concave.

[0022] Additionally, the base (302) has a first concave wing (338) and a second concave wing (352). The first concave wing (338) defines the first side (330) of the base (302), and the second concave wing (352) defines the second side (332) of the base (302). The massager (300) does not need to have the first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352). The massager (300) may have only one concave wing, as in the first exemplary massager (300). Furthermore, the first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352) extend in the opposite direction to the first surface (314). The first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352) may extend in the opposite direction to the first surface (314) at a predetermined angle (340). For example, the first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352) may have an angle (340) of about 1° to about 90°, but are not limited thereto. The first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352) may be made of the same material as the rest of the base (302), or alternatively, the portion of the first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352) of the base (302) may be made of a material that is more flexible or less flexible than the other portion of the base (302). It may be considered beneficial that the first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352) are more flexible than the rest of the base (302) so that the massager (300) can be deformed to better fit the individual's body. Additionally, it may be considered beneficial that the first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352) are less flexible than the rest of the base (302) so that more pressure can be applied to the individual by the first concave wing (338) and the second concave wing (352). Although the present embodiment has been described as having wings, the present embodiment does not need to have visual or physical wings.If a wing is included, as described above, the wing may have a small angle of about 1°. Alternatively, the base may include a flat or substantially flat surface.

[0023] The illustrated embodiment further comprises a plurality of elongated massage members (304). Although the illustrated embodiment illustrates only three elongated massage members (304), the massager (300) may have any number of elongated massage members (304), such as (but not limited to) one, two, four, five, six, and nine. The plurality of elongated massage members (304) are connected to a second surface (316) of the base (302). The plurality of elongated massage members (304) may be connected to the second surface (316) of the base (302) by any means such as (but not limited to) an adhesive, or may be formed integrally with the base (302). The plurality of elongated massage members (304) may extend in a direction away from the second surface (316) of the base (302). In the illustrated embodiment, a plurality of elongated massage members (304) extend from a first side (330) of the base (302) to a second side (332) of the base (302). Alternatively, the plurality of elongated massage members (304) may extend along the width (324) of the base (302) from a third end (326) of the base (302) to a fourth end (328) of the base (302). Additionally, the plurality of elongated massage members (304) may extend from a first end (320) to a second end (322). The plurality of elongated massage members (304) may be manufactured from any desired material. However, since metal materials have a relatively low coefficient of friction when in contact with an individual's skin, it may be considered advantageous for the plurality of elongated massage members (304) to be manufactured from a metal material. Thus, the massager (300) can move easily along the individual's skin. Furthermore, although the plurality of slender massage members (304) may be tubular, the plurality of slender massage members (304) may have any desired shape as long as the massager (300) can slide along the individual's skin. In the illustrated embodiment, the plurality of slender massage members (304) have various different lengths.The central elongated massage member is longer than the other elongated massage members (304). Although the multiple elongated massage members (304) have different lengths, the multiple elongated massage members (304) may have the same length. The multiple elongated massage members (304) also do not need to be located at any specific position on the second surface (316) of the base (302). For example, the multiple elongated massage members (304) may be closer or further apart than illustrated. Alternatively, the elongated massage members (304) may be liquid-filled pads. For example, the elongated massage members (304) may include gel-filled pads.

[0024] The illustrated embodiment has a first motor (306) disposed within a first concave wing (338) and a second motor (354) disposed within a second concave wing (352). The first motor (306) and the second motor (354) may be disposed within or on any desired portion of the base (302), including but not limited to the central portion (342) of the base (302), the extension (308), or the handle (310). The first motor (306) and the second motor (354) are configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base (302) to a plurality of elongated massage members (304). In the illustrated embodiment, the first motor (306) and the second motor (354) have different speeds. The first motor (306) has a first speed, and the second motor (354) has a second speed. The first speed is slower than the second speed. The first motor (306) and the second motor (354) may have any desired number of speeds. Each of the first motor (306) and the second motor (354) has a different speed. The first motor (306) has a speed of about 2,000 rpm, and the second motor (354) has a speed of about 4,000 rpm. When both the first motor (306) and the second motor (354) are powered on, there is a total of about 6,000 rpm between the first motor (306) and the second motor (354). These speeds can be considered beneficial as they provide an optimal amount of vibration through at least a plurality of elongated massage members (304). Alternatively, the speeds may include, but are not limited to, about 500 rpm, 1,000 rpm, 3,000 rpm, 5,000 rpm, 7,000 rpm, and 9,000 rpm. Additionally, the massager (300) may have any desired number of motors, including but not limited to 1, 3, or 4.

[0025] The illustrated embodiment further includes an extension (308). The extension (308) has a first end of the extension and a second end of the extension (346). The first end of the extension extends from the first surface (314) of the base (302) in the opposite direction to the second surface (316) of the base (302). Additionally, a handle (310) is located at the second end (346) of the extension. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle (310) is positioned at the center of the extension (308) to allow an individual to easily grasp the massager (300). However, the handle (310) may be any desired type of handle (310) that helps an individual grasp the massager (300). In an alternative embodiment, the extension (308) may be removed, and the handle (310) may be attached to or integrally formed with the first surface (314) of the base (302). Furthermore, the switch (312) is partially positioned within the handle side (348) of the handle (310). The switch (312) may be positioned on any desired side (348) of the handle (310) or on the upper surface (350) of the handle. The switch (312) includes a first button (356), a second button (358), a third button (360), and a fourth button (362). The first button (356) is configured to turn off the first motor (306) and the second motor (354) by placing the switch (312) in the off position. The second button (358) is configured to turn on the first motor (306) by placing the switch (312) in the on position. The third button (360) is configured to turn on the second motor (354) by placing the switch (312) in the on position. The fourth button (362) is configured to turn on the first motor (306) and the second motor (354) by placing the switch (312) in the ON position. The switch (312) is configured to turn on the first motor (306) and the second motor (354) when it is in the ON position, and to turn off the first motor (306) and the second motor (354) when the switch (312) is in the OFF position.Although the switch (312) does not necessarily need to be on the handle (310), having the switch (312) on the handle (310) is advantageous because it allows an individual to easily toggle the switch (312) between the on position and the off position.

[0026] FIGS. 10, FIGS. 11, and FIGS. 12 each illustrate a fourth exemplary massager (400). The massager (400) has a base (402), a plurality of elongated massage members (404), a motor (406), an extension (408), a handle (410), and a switch (412). In the illustrated embodiment, the base (402) is circular, but the base (402) may be any desired shape including, but not limited to, elliptical, rectangular, etc. The base (402) has a first surface (414) and a second surface (416). The first surface (414) of the base (402) is opposite to the second surface (416) of the base (402). Additionally, the base (402) has a length (418) extending from a first end (420) of the base (402) to a second end (422) of the base (402). The base (402) also has a width (424) extending from the third end (426) of the base (402) to the fourth end (428) of the base (402). In the illustrated embodiment, the width (424) of the base (402) and the length (418) of the base (402) are the same. The permissible length (418) and width (424) may range from about 5.715 cm (2.25 inches) to about 15.24 cm (6 inches), but are not limited thereto. It may be considered advantageous for the length (418) and width (424) of the base (402) to be about 7 cm (2.75 inches), 8.89 cm (3.5 inches), 11.43 cm (4.5 inches), or 12.7 cm (5 inches). These dimensions of the base (402) can be seen as beneficial as they allow the massager (400) to properly and accurately locate the desired massage area for the individual. The base (402) additionally has a first side (430), a second side (432), a third side (434), and a fourth side (436). The first side (430) is opposite to the second side (432), and the third side (434) is opposite to the fourth side (436).The base (402) may be made of any desired flexible material, including but not limited to polymers. By making the base (402) of a flexible material, the base (402) can be flexibly bent in a way that allows it to deform to fit the individual's body shape while applying pressure to the individual. The entire base (402) may be concave.

[0027] Additionally, the base (402) has a first concave wing (438) and a second concave wing (452). The first concave wing (438) defines the first side (430) of the base (402), and the second concave wing (452) defines the second side (432) of the base (402). The massager (400) does not need to have the first concave wing (438) and the second concave wing (452). The massager (400) may have only one concave wing, as in the first exemplary massager (400). Furthermore, the first concave wing (438) and the second concave wing (452) may extend in the opposite direction to the first surface (414) at a predetermined angle (440). For example, the first concave wing (438) and the second concave wing (452) may have an angle (440) of about 1° to about 90°, but are not limited thereto. The first concave wing (438) and the second concave wing (452) may be made of the same material as the rest of the base (402), or alternatively, the portions of the first concave wing (438) and the second concave wing (452) of the base (402) may be made of a material that is more flexible or less flexible than the other portions of the base (402). It may be considered advantageous for the first concave wing (438) and the second concave wing (452) to be more flexible than the rest of the base (402) so that the massager (400) can deform to better fit an individual's body. Additionally, it may be considered beneficial that the first concave wing (438) and the second concave wing (452) are less flexible than the rest of the base (402) so that more pressure can be applied to the individual by the first concave wing (438) and the second concave wing (452). Although the present embodiment has been described as having wings, the present embodiment does not need to have visual or physical wings. If wings are included, as described above, the wings may have a small angle of about 1°. Alternatively, the base may include a flat or substantially flat surface.

[0028] The illustrated embodiment further comprises a plurality of elongated massage members (404). Although the illustrated embodiment illustrates 11 elongated massage members (404), the massager (400) may have any number of elongated massage members (404), such as (but not limited to) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 9. The plurality of elongated massage members (404) are partially disposed within the base (402). The plurality of elongated massage members (404) may also be connected to a second surface (416) of the base (402) by any means such as (but not limited to) an adhesive, or may be formed integrally with the base (402). The plurality of elongated massage members (404) may extend in a direction away from the second surface (416) of the base (402). In the illustrated embodiment, a plurality of elongated massage members (404) extend from a first side (430) of the base (402) to a second side (432) of the base (402). Alternatively, the plurality of elongated massage members (404) may extend along the width (424) of the base (402) from a third end (426) of the base (402) to a fourth end (428) of the base (402). Additionally, the plurality of elongated massage members (404) may extend from a first end (420) to a second end (422). The plurality of elongated massage members (404) may be manufactured from any desired material. However, since metal materials have a relatively low coefficient of friction when in contact with an individual's skin, it may be considered advantageous for the plurality of elongated massage members (404) to be manufactured from a metal material. Thus, the massager (400) can easily slide along the individual's skin. Furthermore, the plurality of slender massage members (404) may be tubular, but the plurality of slender massage members (404) may have any desired shape as long as the massager (400) can slide along the individual's skin.Additionally, although the plurality of elongated massage members (404) appear to have various different lengths, the plurality of elongated massage members (404) may have similar lengths. The plurality of elongated massage members (404) also do not need to be located at any specific position on the second surface (416) of the base (402). For example, the plurality of elongated massage members (404) may be closer or further apart than illustrated. Alternatively, the elongated massage member (204) may be a liquid-filled pad. For example, the elongated massage member (204) may include a gel-filled pad.

[0029] In the illustrated embodiment, the motor (406) is positioned within the central portion (442) of the base (402). The motor (406) may be positioned within or on any desired portion of the base (402), including but not limited to the first concave wing (438), the second concave wing (452), the extension (408), or the handle (410). The motor (406) is configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base (402) to a plurality of elongated massage members (404). The motor (406) may have any desired number of speeds. However, the illustrated embodiment has only a single speed of about 4,000 rpm. This speed may be considered beneficial as it can provide an optimal amount of vibration through at least a plurality of elongated massage members (404). Alternatively, the speed may include, but is not limited to, about 500 rpm, 1,000 rpm, 3,000 rpm, 5,000 rpm, 7,000 rpm, and 9,000 rpm.

[0030] The illustrated embodiment further includes an extension (408). The extension (408) has a first end (444) and a second end (446). The first end (444) extends from the first surface (414) of the base (402) in the opposite direction to the second surface (416) of the base (402). Additionally, a handle (410) is located at the second end (446) of the extension. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle (410) is positioned at the center of the extension (408) to allow an individual to easily grasp the massager (400). However, the handle (410) may be any desired type of handle (410) that helps an individual grasp the massager (400). In an alternative embodiment, the extension (408) may be removed, and the handle (410) may be attached to or integrally formed with the first surface (414) of the base (402). Furthermore, the switch (412) is partially positioned within the upper surface (450) of the handle (410). The switch (412) may be located on any side (448) of the handle (410). The switch (412) has an on and off position. The switch (412) is configured to turn on the motor (406) when in the on position and turn off the motor (406) when in the off position. The switch (412) does not need to be on the handle (410), but it is advantageous for the switch (412) to be on the handle (410) so that an individual can easily toggle the switch (412) between the on and off positions.

[0031] FIGS. 13, FIGS. 14, and FIGS. 15 each illustrate a fifth exemplary massager (500). The massager (500) has a base (502), an elongated massage member (504), a motor (506), an extension (508), a handle (510), and a switch (512). In the illustrated embodiment, the base (502) is elliptical, but the base (502) may be any desired shape including, but not limited to, a circle, a rectangle, etc. The base has a first surface (514) and a second surface (516). The first surface (514) of the base (502) is opposite to the second surface (516) of the base (502). Additionally, the base (502) has a length (518) extending from a first end (520) of the base (502) to a second end (522) of the base (502). The length (518) may be any desired length, but acceptable lengths may range from about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) to about 15.24 cm (6 inches), but are not limited thereto. The base (502) also has a width (524) extending from the third end (526) of the base (502) to the fourth end (528) of the base (502). The width (524) may be any desired width, but acceptable widths may range from about 5.715 cm (2.25 inches) to about 12.7 cm (5 inches), but are not limited thereto. It may be advantageous to have a base (502) with a length (518) of about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) and a width (524) of about 8.89 cm (3.5 inches). Additionally, it may be beneficial to have a base (502) with a length (518) of approximately 11.43 cm (4.5 inches) and a width (524) of approximately 12.7 cm (5 inches). These dimensions of the base (502) can be seen as beneficial as they allow the massager (500) to properly and accurately locate the desired massage area for the individual. The base (502) has a first side (530), a second side (532), a third side (534), and a fourth side (536).The first side (530) is opposite to the second side (532), and the third side (534) is opposite to the fourth side (536). The base (502) may be made of any desired flexible material, including but not limited to polymers. By making the base (502) of a flexible material, the base (502) can be flexibly bent in a way that allows it to deform to fit the individual's body shape while applying pressure to the individual. The entire base (502) may be concave, but in the illustrated embodiment, the base (502) has a relatively flat second surface (516) with a slight curve to make the base (502) concave.

[0032] The illustrated embodiment further includes an elongated massage member (504). Although the illustrated embodiment illustrates six elongated massage members (504), the massager (500) may have any number of elongated massage members (504), such as (but not limited to) one, two, three, five, and nine. The elongated massage member (504) is connected to a second surface (516) of the base (502). The elongated massage member (504) may be connected to or integrally formed with the second surface (516) of the base (502) by any means, such as (but not limited to) an adhesive. The elongated massage member (504) may extend in a direction away from the second surface (516) of the base (502). In the illustrated embodiment, the elongated massage member (504) is formed integrally with the base (502) and extends from the third side (534) of the base (502) to the fourth side (536) of the base (502). Alternatively, the elongated massage member (504) may extend along the length of the base (502) from the first end (520) to the second end (522). Additionally, the elongated massage member (504) may extend from the first end (520) to the second end (522). The elongated massage member (504) may be manufactured from any desired material. However, since metal materials have a relatively low coefficient of friction when in contact with an individual's skin, it may be considered advantageous for the elongated massage member (504) to be manufactured from a metal material. Thus, the massager (500) can move smoothly along the individual's skin. Furthermore, the elongated massage member (504) may be tubular, but the elongated massage member (504) may have any desired shape as long as it allows the massager (500) to slide along the individual's skin. Additionally, the elongated massage member (504) may be a liquid-filled pad. For example, the liquid-filled pad may be a gel-filled pad.

[0033] In the illustrated embodiment, the motor (506) is positioned within the base (502) at a location where the extension (508) contacts the base (502). The motor (506) may be positioned within or on any desired portion of the base (502), including but not limited to the central portion (542) of the base (502), the extension (508), or the handle (510). The motor (506) is configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base (502) to the slender massage member (504). The motor (506) may have any desired number of speeds. However, the illustrated embodiment has three speeds, approximately 2,000 rpm, 3,000 rpm, and 6,000 rpm. The speed may alternatively include, but is not limited to, about 500 rpm, 1,000 rpm, 3,000 rpm, 5,000 rpm, 7,000 rpm, and 9,000 rpm. Additionally, the massager (500) may have any desired number of motors (506), including, but not limited to, two, three, or four.

[0034] The illustrated embodiment further includes an extension (508). The extension (508) has a first end (544) and a second end (546) of the extension. The first end (544) of the extension extends from the first surface (514) of the base (502) in the opposite direction to the second surface (516) of the base (502). Additionally, a handle (510) is located at the second end (546) of the extension. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle (510) is offset from the extension (508) to provide a larger handle (510) so that an individual can easily grasp the massager (500). However, the handle (510) may be any desired type of handle (510) that helps an individual grasp the massager (500). In an alternative embodiment, the extension (508) may be removed, and the handle (510) may be attached to or integrally formed with the first surface (514) of the base (502). Furthermore, the switch (512) is positioned on the upper surface (550) of the handle (510). The switch (512) may be positioned on any desired side of the handle (510). The switch (512) is configured to turn on the motor (506) when the switch (512) is activated. When the switch (512) is activated again, the motor (506) will cycle through the previously mentioned speeds. After cycling through all the speeds, if the switch (512) is activated, the motor (506) will stop. The switch (512) does not need to be on the handle (510), but it is advantageous for the switch (512) to be on the handle (510) so that an individual can easily toggle the switch (512) between speeds. Alternatively, the switch (512) may be placed on the extension (508) or base (502) of the massager (500).

[0035] FIG. 16 illustrates a method for performing self-treatment to promote lymphatic drainage. Alternatively, the method for performing self-treatment may be for the self-treatment of lymphedema. An initial step (610) includes bringing a massager according to one embodiment into contact with the skin of a person performing the method. The skin may be the superficial skin of an area with poor lymphatic drainage, an area exhibiting lymphedema, or an area exposed to radiation therapy, for example, as part of cancer treatment. The massager may be a massager according to any embodiment. An optional step (612) includes selecting a vibration speed and may be included if the massager used in step (610) has multiple vibration speeds. Another step (614) includes activating the massager, for example, by turning on the power to the massager. This step (614) generates vibrations on the skin contacted in step (610). Another step (616) includes moving the massager along the skin.

[0036] These methods of performing self-treatment for promoting lymphatic drainage, and the massager described herein, may provide several benefits including, but not limited to: assisting lymphatic drainage throughout the body; improving density at the site of radiation; reducing the formation of scar tissue; treating lymphedema in areas where drainage has been reduced due to lymph node reduction after lymph nodes have been removed as part of an oncological diagnosis; treating and relieving pain caused by mastitis; nerve training / reeducation after surgery or physical injury; improving circulation; relieving pain at the site of edema or nerve damage; promoting well-being and a sense of health; muscle and soft tissue recovery; improving joint mobility; increasing blood flow; wound healing, i.e., treatment of pressure sores / compression wounds; keeping soft tissues relaxed and aiding the absorption of skin moisturizers during radiation therapy; promoting health; treating and relieving pain caused by surgery, radiation therapy, lymphedema, or other pain-causing conditions; and promoting healing.

[0037] FIGS. 17, FIGS. 18, FIGS. 19, and FIGS. 20 each illustrate a sixth exemplary massager (700). The massager (700) has a base (702), an elongated massage member (704), a motor (706), an extension (708), a handle (710), and a switch (712). In the illustrated embodiment, the base (702) is elliptical, but the base (702) may be any desired shape including, but not limited to, a circle, a rectangle, etc. The base (702) has a first surface (714) and a second surface (716). The first surface (714) of the base (702) is opposite to the second surface (716) of the base (702). Additionally, the base (702) has a length (718) extending from a first end (720) of the base (702) to a second end (722) of the base (702). The length (718) may be any desired length, but acceptable lengths may range from about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) to about 15.24 cm (6 inches), but are not limited thereto. The base (702) also has a width (724) extending from the third end (726) of the base (702) to the fourth end (728) of the base (702). The width (724) may be any desired width (724), but acceptable widths (724) may range from about 5.715 cm (2.25 inches) to about 12.7 cm (5 inches), but are not limited thereto. It may be advantageous to have a base (702) with a length (718) of about 6.985 cm (2.75 inches) and a width (724) of about 8.89 cm (3.5 inches). Additionally, it may be beneficial to have a base (702) with a length (718) of about 11.43 cm (4.5 inches) and a width (724) of about 12.7 cm (5 inches). These dimensions of the base (702) can be seen as beneficial, as they allow the massager (700) to properly and accurately locate the desired massage area for the individual.The base (702) has a first side (730), a second side (732), a third side (734), and a fourth side (736). The first side (730) is opposite the second side (732), and the third side (734) is opposite the fourth side (736). The base (702) may be made of any desired flexible material, including but not limited to polymers. By making the base (702) of a flexible material, the base (702) can be flexibly bent in a way that allows it to deform to fit the individual's body shape while applying pressure to the individual. The entire base (502) may be concave, but in the illustrated embodiment, the base (502) has a relatively flat second surface (516) with a slight curve to make the base (502) concave.

[0038] The illustrated embodiment further includes an elongated massage member (704). Although the illustrated embodiment illustrates three elongated massage members (704), the massager (700) may have any number of elongated massage members (704), such as (but not limited to) one, two, five, and nine. The elongated massage member (704) is connected to a second surface (716) of the base (702). The elongated massage member (704) may be connected to or integrally formed with the second surface (716) of the base (702) by any means, such as (but not limited to) an adhesive. The elongated massage member (704) may extend in a direction away from the second surface (716) of the base (702).

[0039] In the illustrated embodiment, the elongated massage member (704) is formed integrally with the base (702) and extends from the direction of the third side (734) of the base (702) to the direction of the fourth side (736) of the base (702). Alternatively, the elongated massage member (704) may extend along the length of the base (702) from the first end (720) to the second end (722). Additionally, the elongated massage member (704) may extend from the first end (720) to the second end (722). The elongated massage member (704) may be manufactured from any desired material. However, since metal materials have a relatively low coefficient of friction when in contact with an individual's skin, it may be considered advantageous for the elongated massage member (704) to be manufactured from a metal material. Thus, the massager (700) can move smoothly along the individual's skin. Furthermore, the slender massage member (704) may be tubular, but the slender massage member (704) may have any desired shape as long as it allows the massager (700) to slide along the individual's skin. Additionally, the slender massage member (704) may be a liquid-filled pad. For example, the liquid-filled pad may be a gel-filled pad. Additionally, the massager (700) has a first arch (705) and a second arch (707). The first arch (705) is on the second surface (716) of the base (702) adjacent to the second side (732) of the base (702). The second arch (707) is on the second surface (716) of the base (702) adjacent to the first side (730) of the base (702). The first arch (705) and the second arch (707) extend away from the second surface (716).

[0040] In the illustrated embodiment, the motor (706) is positioned within the base (702) at a location where the extension (708) contacts the base (702). The motor (706) may be positioned within or on any desired portion of the base (702), including but not limited to the central portion (742) of the base (702), the extension (708), or the handle (710). The motor (706) is configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base (702) to the slender massage member (704). The motor (706) may have any desired number of speeds. However, the illustrated embodiment has three speeds, which are approximately 2,000 rpm, 3,000 rpm, and 6,000 rpm. The speed may alternatively include, but is not limited to, about 500 rpm, 1,000 rpm, 3,000 rpm, 5,000 rpm, 7,000 rpm, and 9,000 rpm. Additionally, the massager (700) may have any desired number of motors (706), including, but not limited to, two, three, or four.

[0041] The illustrated embodiment further includes an extension (708). The extension (708) has a first end (744) and a second end (746) of the extension. The first end (744) of the extension extends from the first surface (714) of the base (702) in the opposite direction to the second surface (716) of the base (702). Additionally, a handle (710) is located at the second end (746) of the extension. In the illustrated embodiment, the handle (710) is offset relative to the extension (708) to provide a larger handle (710) so that an individual can easily grasp the massager (700). However, the handle (710) may be any desired type of handle (710) that helps an individual grasp the massager (700). In an alternative embodiment, the extension (708) may be removed, and the handle (710) may be attached to or integrally formed with the first surface (714) of the base (702). Furthermore, the switch (712) is positioned on the upper surface (750) of the handle (710). The switch (712) may be positioned on any desired side of the handle (710). The switch (712) includes a first button (756) and a second button (758). The first button (756) is configured to turn on the motor (706) and to cycle through a plurality of vibration speeds when the first button (756) is pressed continuously. The second button (758) is configured to turn off the motor (706) by pressing the second button (758). The switch (712) does not need to be on the handle (710), but it is advantageous for the switch (712) to be on the handle (710) so that the individual can easily toggle the switch (712) between the on position and the off position.

[0042] Those skilled in the art will understand that, in light of the overall teaching of this disclosure, various modifications and alternatives to the examples described and illustrated may be developed, and that various elements and features of one example described and illustrated herein may be combined with various elements and features of other examples without departing from the scope of the invention. Accordingly, the specific examples disclosed herein are merely chosen by the inventors to describe and illustrate examples of the invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention or its protection, and the scope of the invention or its protection shall be given in the full scope of the appended claims and all equivalents thereof.

Claims

Claim 1 A massager comprising: a base having a first surface, a second surface, a first side and a second side, wherein the first surface is opposite to the second surface and the first side is opposite to the second side; an elongated massage member connected to the second surface of the base and extending in a direction away from the second surface and extending from the first side of the base to the second side of the base; a motor disposed within the base and configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base to the elongated massage member; an extension having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the extension extends from the first surface of the base in a direction opposite to the second surface of the base; a handle located at the second end of the extension; and a switch disposed on the handle, having an on and off position, configured to turn on the motor when in the on position and turn off the motor when in the off position. Claim 2 A massager according to claim 1, wherein the base has a length, said length extends from a first end of the base to a second end of the base, said length being about 3.5 inches to about 7 inches. Claim 3 A massager according to paragraph 2, wherein the base has a width, the width extends from a third end of the base to a fourth end of the base, and the width is about 2.75 inches to about 6 inches. Claim 4 A massager according to claim 1, wherein the base has a length and a width, the length extends from a first end of the base to a second end of the base, the width extends from a third end of the base to a fourth end of the base, the length is about 3.5 inches, and the width is about 2.75 inches. Claim 5 A massager according to claim 1, wherein the base has a length and a width, the length extends from a first end of the base to a second end of the base, the width extends from a third end of the base to a fourth end of the base, the length is about 5 inches, and the width is about 4.5 inches. Claim 6 A massager according to claim 1, wherein the base has a length and a width, the length extends from a first end of the base to a second end of the base, the width extends from a third end of the base to a fourth end of the base, and the length and the width are approximately the same. Claim 7 In claim 1, the massager, wherein the slender massage member is partially disposed within the base. Claim 8 A massager according to claim 1, further comprising a plurality of elongated massage members. Claim 9 In claim 8, the plurality of slender massage members are partially disposed within the base, in a massager. Claim 10 In paragraph 1, the base is a flexible, massager. Claim 11 A massager according to claim 1, wherein the base further comprises: a concave wing defining the first side and extending in a direction opposite to the first surface; and a second concave wing defining the second side of the base. Claim 12 In claim 1, the motor is a massager having three speeds. Claim 13 A massager according to claim 12, wherein the three speeds are approximately 2,000 rpm, 4,000 rpm, and 6,000 rpm. Claim 14 A massager according to claim 1, further comprising a second motor. Claim 15 In paragraph 14, the above motor has a different speed from the above second motor, a massager. Claim 16 A massager according to claim 15, wherein the motor has a speed of approximately 2,000 rpm and the second motor has a speed of approximately 4,000 rpm. Claim 17 In paragraph 16, the above motor and the above second motor can operate independently and together, a massager. Claim 18 A massager according to claim 14, wherein the switch has a first button, a second button, a third button and a fourth button, wherein the first button is configured to turn off the motor and the second motor, the second button is configured to turn on the motor, the third button is configured to turn on the second motor, and the fourth button is configured to turn on the motor and the second motor. Claim 19 As a massager, a base having a first surface, a second surface, a first side and a second side, wherein the first surface is opposite to the second surface and the first side is opposite to the second side, and the base has a first concave wing and a second concave wing, wherein the first concave wing defines the first side and the second concave wing defines the second side, and the first concave wing and the second concave wing extend in a direction opposite to the first surface; a plurality of elongated massage members connected to the second surface of the base and extending in a direction away from the second surface and extending from the first side of the base to the second side of the base; a motor disposed within the base and configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base to the plurality of elongated massage members; an extension having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the extension extends from the first surface of the base in a direction opposite to the second surface of the base; and the second of the extension A massager comprising: a handle located at an end; and a switch disposed on the handle, having an on and off position, configured to turn on the motor when in the on position and turn off the motor when in the off position. Claim 20 A method for performing self-treatment to promote lymphatic drainage, comprising the steps of: irradiating the affected area with radiation; and placing a massager on the affected area, wherein the massager is A base having a first surface, a second surface, a first side and a second side, wherein the first surface is opposite to the second surface and the first side is opposite to the second side, and the base has a first concave wing and a second concave wing, wherein the first concave wing defines the first side and the second concave wing defines the second side, and the first concave wing and the second concave wing extend in a direction opposite to the first surface; A plurality of elongated massage members connected to a second surface of the base, extending in a direction away from the second surface, and extending from a first side of the base to a second side of the base; A motor disposed within the base and configured to generate vibrations transmitted through the base to the plurality of elongated massage members; An extension having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the extension extends from a first surface of the base in a direction opposite to the second surface of the base; A handle located at the second end of the extension; and A method comprising: a switch disposed on the handle, having on and off positions, configured to turn on the motor when in the on position and turn off the motor when in the off position; a step of selecting a vibration speed; a step of turning on the massager; a step of applying pressure to the massager; and a step of massaging a affected area with the massager.

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