High-frequency scalp massage device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a high-frequency scalp massage device comprising: a handpiece; a high-frequency generation unit for generating a monopolar high-frequency on the basis of a power source supplied from the handpiece; a plurality of high-frequency electrodes coming in contact with the scalp by predetermined intervals so as to apply, to the scalp, the high-frequency waves transmitted from the high-frequency generation unit; and a ground electrode worn on the scalp so as to return the high-frequency waves applied to the scalp from the high-frequency electrodes, wherein the ground electrode is larger than the high-frequency electrodes and disperses the heat generated during the return of the high-frequency waves.

Description

High-frequency scalp massage device

[0001] The present invention relates to a high-frequency scalp massage device.

[0002] Typically, high-frequency massage devices apply high-frequency (RF) waves to the skin, inducing coagulative necrosis of the skin through heat generation, thereby regenerating and activating the skin's collagen and elastic fibers.

[0003] When this high-frequency massage device is used on the scalp, high-frequency waves are applied to the scalp to effectively remove subcutaneous fat from the scalp, and blood circulation in the scalp becomes smooth, activating the function of hair follicles, which is also effective in treating hair loss.

[0004] However, conventional high-frequency massage devices had a problem in that excessive heat was transferred to the scalp when high-frequency was applied to the scalp, causing burns to the scalp.

[0005] The present invention has been devised to solve the above-described problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a high-frequency scalp massage device that can prevent burns on the scalp by dispersing heat generated when high-frequency is applied to the scalp.

[0006] The problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited to the problems mentioned above, and other problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0007] The high-frequency scalp massage device of the present invention comprises: a handpiece for generating power; a high-frequency generating unit for generating monopolar type high-frequency based on power supplied from the handpiece; a plurality of high-frequency electrodes that contact the scalp at intervals and apply the high-frequency transmitted from the high-frequency generating unit to the scalp; and a grounding electrode that is worn on the scalp and circulates the high-frequency applied to the scalp from the plurality of high-frequency electrodes, wherein the grounding electrode has a size larger than the high-frequency electrode and disperses heat generated during the circulating of the high-frequency.

[0008] Additionally, the grounding electrode may have a shape in which the diameter decreases as it moves away from the scalp.

[0009] Additionally, the ground electrode may have a curved plate shape.

[0010] Additionally, the ground electrode may have elasticity.

[0011] Additionally, the high-frequency electrode may have a ring shape.

[0012] Additionally, one or more of the above high-frequency electrodes may be provided and coupled to the above ground electrode and may further include a plurality of bendable bending units.

[0013] Additionally, a plurality of the above bending units may be joined at intervals along the perimeter of the above ground electrode.

[0014] In addition, the device further includes a temperature measuring unit for measuring the temperature of the ground electrode, and the high-frequency generation unit can adjust the intensity of high frequency generated from the high-frequency generation unit according to temperature data measured by the temperature measuring unit.

[0015] Additionally, a heat dissipation fin provided on the outer surface of the ground electrode may be further included.

[0016] Additionally, the heat dissipation fins may have a grid shape.

[0017] Other specific details of the present invention are included in the detailed description and drawings.

[0018] A high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention has the effect of preventing burns on the scalp by dispersing heat generated when high-frequency is applied to the scalp.

[0019] The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0020] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram showing a high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figures 2 and 3 are schematic diagrams showing the operation process of a high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Fig. 4 is a schematic diagram showing a high-frequency scalp massage device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] The advantages and features of the present invention, and the methods for achieving them, will become clearer with reference to the embodiments described in detail below together with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below and may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided solely to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the present invention, and the present invention is defined solely by the scope of the claims.

[0024] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing embodiments only and is not intended to limit the present invention. In this specification, the singular also includes the plural unless specifically stated otherwise. As used herein, the terms "comprises" and / or "comprising" do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other components in addition to the mentioned components. The same reference numerals refer to the same components throughout the specification, and "and / or" includes each and every combination of one or more of the mentioned components.

[0025] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein may be used in their common sense to those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Furthermore, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are not to be interpreted ideally or excessively unless explicitly and specifically defined otherwise.

[0026] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

[0027] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing a high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIGS. 2 and 3 are schematic diagrams showing the operation process of a high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] As illustrated in FIG. 1, a high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a handpiece (10), a high-frequency generation unit (20), a plurality of high-frequency electrodes (30), and a ground electrode (40).

[0029] The handpiece (10) can generate power to be supplied to a high-frequency generating unit (20). For this purpose, a power module may be built into the handpiece (10). This power module may be powered by an external power source or by a battery built into the handpiece (10). Meanwhile, the handpiece (10) may also be utilized as a handle for the user to grip.

[0030] The high frequency generation unit (20) can generate monopolar type high frequency based on the power supplied from the handpiece (10). The high frequency generation unit (20) can include a high frequency generation circuit, a high frequency control circuit, a positive terminal, and a negative terminal.

[0031] The high-frequency generation circuit may serve to convert the power supplied from the handpiece (10) into a monopolar type high-frequency. For example, the high-frequency generation circuit may be a converter. As another example, the high-frequency generation circuit may be an inverter.

[0032] A high-frequency control circuit can control the intensity of high-frequency signals generated from a high-frequency generation circuit. This high-frequency control circuit can control the intensity of high-frequency signals generated from the high-frequency generation circuit based on temperature data measured by a temperature measurement unit. For example, if the temperature data measured by the temperature measurement unit is above a reference value, the intensity of high-frequency signals generated from the high-frequency generation circuit can be reduced. Furthermore, if the temperature data measured by the temperature measurement unit is below a reference value, the intensity of high-frequency signals generated from the high-frequency generation circuit can be maintained. Here, the reference value may be 36°C to 38°C.

[0033] The positive terminal can electrically connect the high frequency generation circuit and the high frequency electrode (30) described later. Therefore, the high frequency generated in the high frequency generation circuit can be transmitted to the high frequency electrode (30) through the positive terminal.

[0034] The negative terminal can electrically connect the high-frequency generation circuit and the ground electrode (40) described later. Accordingly, the high-frequency applied to the scalp from the high-frequency electrode (30) and refluxed to the ground electrode (40) can be transmitted to the high-frequency electrode (30) through the negative terminal.

[0035] The high frequency generation unit (20) may further include a display module (21) and an operation module (22).

[0036] The display module (21) is manufactured in a panel form and can visually provide various information to the user. For example, the display module (21) can display a graph of the intensity of high-frequency waves generated from a high-frequency generation circuit. Additionally, the display module (21) can display biometric information of the scalp, etc.

[0037] The operation module (22) can be provided in the form of a button on the display module (21). The operation module (22) can receive user input, turn the power of the high-frequency scalp massage device on / off, and forcibly adjust the intensity of high-frequency waves generated from the high-frequency generation circuit.

[0038] A plurality of high-frequency electrodes (30) can be brought into contact with the scalp at intervals to apply high-frequency waves transmitted from the high-frequency generation unit (20) to the scalp. At this time, the high-frequency waves applied to the scalp from the high-frequency generation unit (20) can be refluxed to the ground electrode (40) through the scalp. In this way, the high-frequency waves applied to the scalp from the plurality of high-frequency electrodes (30) and refluxed to the ground electrode (40) can stimulate the deep part of the scalp, effectively remove subcutaneous fat of the scalp, and play a role in activating the function of hair follicles by facilitating blood circulation in the scalp.

[0039] For example, one or more high-frequency electrodes (30) may be provided on a bending unit (50) to be described later, and may come into contact with or adhere to the scalp according to the bending of the bending unit (50).

[0040] As another example, the high-frequency electrode (30) may have a hollow ring shape inside. The heat generated when high-frequency is applied to the scalp can be dissipated into the hollow ring-shaped inside of the high-frequency electrode (30).

[0041] The ground electrode (40) is worn on the scalp and can serve to circulate high frequency waves applied to the scalp from a plurality of high frequency electrodes (30). This ground electrode (40) has a larger size than the high frequency electrode (30) and can serve to disperse heat generated during the circulating high frequency waves. Therefore, the high frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention can prevent burns on the scalp by dispersing heat generated when high frequency waves are applied to the scalp.

[0042] For example, the ground electrode (40) may have a shape in which the diameter decreases as it moves away from the scalp. In other words, the ground electrode (40) may have a curved plate shape. Such a ground electrode (40) can prevent heat generated by the reflux of high frequencies from being concentrated at a specific point of the ground electrode (40) by dispersing the heat generated by the reflux of high frequencies in a radial direction from the center of the ground electrode (40).

[0043] As another example, the ground electrode (40) may have a helmet shape. A ground electrode (40) of this shape may be provided with a helmet strap for securing it to the user's face.

[0044] As another example, the ground electrode (40) may have elasticity, and thus, the ground electrode (40) may be worn in close contact with the scalp. Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3, the ground electrode (40) may be worn on the upper side of the scalp, but the present invention is not limited thereto, and the ground electrode (40) may also be worn around the perimeter of the scalp.

[0045] A high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention may further include a plurality of bending units (50).

[0046] A plurality of bending units (50) are provided with one or more high-frequency electrodes (30) and are connected to a ground electrode (40) and can be bent. At this time, the high-frequency electrodes (30) can come into contact with or adhere to the scalp depending on the bending of the bending unit (50). For example, when the bending unit (50) is bent in a direction approaching the scalp, the high-frequency electrodes (30) can come into contact with the scalp. Thereafter, when the bending unit (50) is further bent in a direction approaching the scalp, the high-frequency electrodes (30) can come into close contact with the scalp.

[0047] For example, a plurality of bending units (50) may be connected at intervals along the circumference of the ground electrode (40). At this time, a plurality of high-frequency electrodes (30) are connected at intervals to each of the plurality of bending units (50), and can contact various points of the scalp to apply high-frequency waves to various points of the scalp.

[0048] Hereinafter, the operation process of a high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0049] First, power generated from the handpiece (10) is supplied to the high-frequency generation unit (20).

[0050] Next, a monopolar type high frequency is generated from a high frequency generation unit (20) and transmitted to a plurality of high frequency electrodes (30).

[0051] Next, a plurality of high-frequency electrodes (30) are placed in contact with the scalp at intervals to apply high-frequency waves to various points on the scalp. In this way, as the high-frequency waves are distributed and applied from the plurality of high-frequency electrodes (30) to various points on the scalp, excessive high-frequency waves or excessive heat can be prevented from being transmitted from the high-frequency electrodes (30) to the scalp.

[0052] Thereafter, the high frequency applied to the scalp from multiple high frequency electrodes (30) is refluxed to the ground electrode (40) through the scalp. (See Fig. 2) At this time, the ground electrode (40) has a larger size than the high frequency electrode (30), so it can disperse the heat generated during the reflux of the high frequency. (See Fig. 3)

[0053] Fig. 4 is a schematic diagram showing a high-frequency scalp massage device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] As illustrated in FIG. 4, a high-frequency scalp massage device according to another embodiment of the present invention may further include a heat dissipation fin (60), unlike the first embodiment.

[0055] A heat dissipation fin (60) is provided on the outer surface of the ground electrode (40) and can serve to dissipate heat generated from the ground electrode (40).

[0056] For example, the heat dissipation fin (60) may have a grid shape.

[0057] A high-frequency scalp massage device according to another embodiment of the present invention may further include a temperature measuring unit, unlike the first embodiment.

[0058] The temperature measuring unit can measure the temperature of the ground electrode (40). At this time, the high frequency generation unit (20) can adjust the intensity of the high frequency generated from the high frequency generation unit (20) according to the temperature data measured by the temperature measuring unit. For example, if the temperature data measured by the temperature measuring unit is higher than a reference value, the high frequency generation unit (20) can reduce the intensity of the high frequency generated from the high frequency generation unit (20). In addition, if the temperature data measured by the temperature measuring unit is lower than the reference value, the high frequency generation unit (20) can maintain the intensity of the high frequency generated from the high frequency generation unit (20). Here, the reference value may be 36°C to 38°C.

[0059] A high-frequency scalp massage device according to another embodiment of the present invention may further include a Peltier element, unlike the first embodiment.

[0060] The Peltier element is provided on the ground electrode (40) and can absorb heat generated from the ground electrode (40).

[0061] According to the present invention, a high-frequency scalp massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention has the effect of preventing burns from occurring on the scalp by dispersing heat generated when high-frequency is applied to the scalp.

[0062] While the embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without altering the technical concept or essential features thereof. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood to be illustrative in all respects and not restrictive.

Claims

1. Handpiece that generates power; A high frequency generation unit that generates high frequency waves of a monopolar type based on the power supplied from the above handpiece; A plurality of high-frequency electrodes that are spaced apart from each other and contact the scalp, and apply the high-frequency transmitted from the high-frequency generating unit to the scalp; and It includes a grounding electrode that is worn on the scalp and circulates the high frequency applied to the scalp from the plurality of high frequency electrodes, A high-frequency scalp massage device in which the grounding electrode has a size larger than the high-frequency electrode and disperses heat generated during the reflux of the high-frequency.

2. In paragraph 1, A high-frequency scalp massage device, wherein the grounding electrode has a shape in which the diameter decreases as it moves away from the scalp.

3. In paragraph 2, A high-frequency scalp massage device wherein the above ground electrode has a curved plate shape.

4. In paragraph 1, The above ground electrode is an elastic, high-frequency scalp massage device.

5. In paragraph 1, A high-frequency scalp massage device, wherein the high-frequency electrode has a ring shape.

6. In paragraph 1, A high-frequency scalp massage device, wherein one or more of the high-frequency electrodes are provided and connected to the ground electrode and further includes a plurality of bendable bending units.

7. In paragraph 6, A high-frequency scalp massage device, wherein a plurality of the above-mentioned bending units are connected at intervals along the circumference of the above-mentioned ground electrode.

8. In paragraph 1, Further comprising a temperature measuring unit for measuring the temperature of the ground electrode, A high-frequency scalp massage device in which the high-frequency generating unit adjusts the intensity of high-frequency waves generated from the high-frequency generating unit according to temperature data measured by the temperature measuring unit.

9. In paragraph 1, A high-frequency scalp massage device further comprising a heat dissipation fin provided on the outer surface of the ground electrode.

10. In paragraph 9, A high-frequency scalp massage device, wherein the above heat dissipation fins have a grid shape.

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