Massage device for correcting pelvis of user

Abstract

A massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a seat part on which a user can sit; pelvic air cells positioned on both sides of the seat part and including a plurality of air cells; and a control unit for controlling the massage device, wherein the control unit performs a pelvic mode in which the pelvis of the user is pressed by activating air cells arranged diagonally from each other with respect to the seat part among the plurality of air cells.

Description

Massage device for user's pelvic correction

[0001] The present invention relates to a massage device capable of correcting a user's pelvis by using air cells that pressurize the user's pelvis from various directions.

[0002] In general, massage is a medical auxiliary therapy that regulates the body's tone, helps blood circulation, and relieves fatigue by applying various forms of mechanical stimulation to parts of the body, such as kneading, pressing, pulling, tapping, or moving the parts of the body.

[0003] The growing demand for massage is driving a surge in demand for massage devices or appliances that offer artificial massage functions, driven by economic and time constraints. As demand grows for massage to relieve fatigue and stress by loosening tense muscles, a variety of time- and cost-effective massage devices are being released.

[0004] Recently, as people's interest in health has increased, massage devices have evolved from simply providing massage functions to electronic devices that provide various additional functions and / or medical functions. Accordingly, research is continuing on methods to efficiently control massage devices.

[0005] In particular, since each user may have different areas of the body that they want to receive massage and different stimulations that they want, there is an increasing demand from users for devices and methods that provide massage in a form that is optimized for each user.

[0006] Meanwhile, the pelvis is composed of two hip bones and the sacrum and coccyx at the back. The pelvis connects the spine and lower extremities to support body weight and enable walking, and also protects major organs such as the intestines, uterus, ovaries, and bladder from external impact.

[0007] In particular, the various muscles that form the buttocks on the inner and outer surfaces of the pelvis, such as the gluteus minimus, gluteus medius, and gluteus maximus, play a role in maintaining the body's balance, allowing the trunk and lower extremities to move, and allowing the human body to stand upright.

[0008] However, the pelvis can become distorted and twisted repeatedly due to bad habits such as sitting with your legs crossed on a chair, sitting with your buttocks thrust forward, or leaning to the side. This pelvic distortion can accelerate not only spinal deformation such as scoliosis, but also deformation of the entire body, which can cause various health problems.

[0009] However, although conventional massage devices can perform massage on the user's lower body including the thighs, they do not have a mode applied to perform massage to correct the user's deformed pelvis.

[0010] The technical problem of the present invention is to provide a massage device capable of controlling a plurality of air cells to rotate the user's pelvis left and right or extend it in the forward and backward direction.

[0011] The technical problem of the present invention is to provide a massage device that operates air cells arranged diagonally to each other to rotate the user's pelvis in the left and right directions to correct the user's misaligned pelvis.

[0012] In a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, the massage device includes a seat portion on which a user can sit, pelvic air cells positioned on both sides of the seat portion and including a plurality of air cells, and a control portion for controlling the massage device, wherein the control portion operates air cells among the plurality of air cells that are arranged diagonally from each other with respect to the seat portion to perform a pelvic mode for applying pressure to the user's pelvis.

[0013] In one example, the pelvic air cell includes a first pelvic air cell including a first front pelvic air cell disposed in front of one side of the seat portion and a first rear pelvic air cell disposed in rear of one side of the seat portion, and a second pelvic air cell including a second front pelvic air cell disposed in front of the other side of the seat portion and a second rear pelvic air cell disposed in rear of the other side of the seat portion; and the pelvic mode includes a main operation of operating one front pelvic air cell among the first and second front pelvic air cells and one rear pelvic air cell among the first and second rear pelvic air cells, wherein one front pelvic air cell and one rear pelvic air cell are disposed diagonally from each other with respect to the seat portion.

[0014] For example, the main operation includes at least one main operation among a first main operation for operating the first front pelvic air cell and the second rear pelvic air cell, which are arranged in a first diagonal direction with respect to the seat portion, and a second main operation for operating the second front pelvic air cell and the first rear pelvic air cell, which are arranged in a second diagonal direction opposite to the first diagonal direction with respect to the seat portion.

[0015] By way of example, the pelvic air cell includes a first pelvic air cell including a first front pelvic air cell disposed in front of one side of the seat portion and a first rear pelvic air cell disposed in rear of one side of the seat portion, and a second pelvic air cell including a second front pelvic air cell disposed in front of the other side of the seat portion and a second rear pelvic air cell disposed in rear of the other side of the seat portion, and the pelvic mode includes a main operation that operates both the first and second front pelvic air cells and one rear pelvic air cell among the first and second rear pelvic air cells.

[0016] By way of example, the main operation includes at least one main operation among a third main operation that operates both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells excluding the second posterior pelvic air cell and the first posterior pelvic air cell, and a fourth main operation that operates both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells excluding the first posterior pelvic air cell and the second posterior pelvic air cell.

[0017] For example, the seat part further includes a hip air cell arranged on a seating surface, and the pelvic mode includes an auxiliary operation of operating the hip air cell at at least one point in time among before, during, and after performing the main operation.

[0018] For example, the main operation includes at least one main operation among a first main operation of operating the first front pelvic air cell and the second rear pelvic air cell arranged in a first diagonal direction with respect to the seat portion and a second main operation of operating the second front pelvic air cell and the first rear pelvic air cell arranged in a second diagonal direction opposite to the first diagonal direction with respect to the seat portion, and the auxiliary operation is performed while performing the at least one main operation.

[0019] By way of example, the main operation includes at least one main operation among a third main operation that operates both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and the first posterior pelvic air cell excluding the second posterior pelvic air cell, and a fourth main operation that operates both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and the second posterior pelvic air cell excluding the first posterior pelvic air cell, and the auxiliary operation is performed while performing the at least one main operation.

[0020] For example, the seat part further includes a hip air cell arranged on a seating surface, and the pelvic mode includes a sub-motion that operates the first and second front pelvic air cells and the hip air cell at at least one point in time among before and after performing the main motion.

[0021] By way of example, the sub-movement includes at least one of a first sub-movement that operates all of the first and second front pelvic air cells, the first and second rear pelvic air cells, and the hip air cell, and a second sub-movement that operates the first and second front pelvic air cells and the hip air cell, excluding the first and second rear pelvic air cells.

[0022] For example, the massage device further includes a massage module that moves along the frame of the massage device and massages the user's body, and while performing the second sub-movement, the control unit moves the massage module in a forward direction of the massage module to pressurize the user's upper body.

[0023] By way of example, the pelvic air cell includes a first pelvic air cell including a first front pelvic air cell disposed in front of one side of the seat portion and a first rear pelvic air cell disposed in rear of one side of the seat portion, and a second pelvic air cell including a second front pelvic air cell disposed in front of the other side of the seat portion and a second rear pelvic air cell disposed in rear of the other side of the seat portion, and the pelvic mode includes a tension relief operation that cross-acts the first and second pelvic air cells, and the tension relief operation is performed at at least one of before and after a main operation of the pelvic mode that operates the air cells that are disposed diagonally to each other is performed.

[0024] In a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, the massage device includes a seat portion on which a user can sit, a plurality of first pelvic air cells provided on one side of the seat portion for massaging the user's pelvis, a plurality of second pelvic air cells provided on the other side opposite the one side of the seat portion, and a control portion that operates at least one of the first pelvic air cells and the second pelvic air cells according to a plurality of modes, each of the modes including a main operation in which the first pelvic air cells and the second pelvic air cells arranged on both sides of the seat portion are operated asymmetrically.

[0025] By way of example, the modes include a first mode, a second mode, and a third mode that are sequentially operated, and the first mode and the third mode include a main operation in which a first front pelvic air cell disposed in front among the first pelvic air cells and a second rear pelvic air cell disposed in rear among the second pelvic air cells are operated simultaneously, or a first rear pelvic air cell disposed in rear among the first pelvic air cells and a second front pelvic air cell disposed in front among the second pelvic air cells are operated simultaneously, and the main operation of any one of the first mode and the third mode includes operating a hip air cell disposed on a seating surface of the seat portion.

[0026] For example, the modes include a first mode, a second mode, and a third mode that are sequentially operated, and the second mode includes the main operation in which one of the first pelvic air cells, the second pelvic air cells, and the first rear pelvic air cell and the second rear pelvic air cell that are arranged at the rear are operated while the first front pelvic air cell and the second front pelvic air cell that are arranged at the front among the first pelvic air cells are operated.

[0027] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user's pelvis can be orthodontized or corrected as the pelvic air cells positioned on the left and right sides of the user are operated so that the user's pelvis is rotated or moved in a specific direction.

[0028] According to an embodiment of the present invention, as the first pelvic air cell and the second pelvic air cell are operated so that the first main operation and the second main operation are performed sequentially, an operation of twisting the user's pelvis to one side and the other side can be performed.

[0029] According to an embodiment of the present invention, as the first pelvic air cell and the second pelvic air cell are operated so that the third main operation and the fourth main operation are performed sequentially, an operation of pressing the user's pelvis toward the lower side of the first front pelvic air cell or the lower side of the second front pelvic air cell can be performed.

[0030] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user's pelvis can be extended when the first front pelvic air cell and the second front pelvic air cell are operated while the massage module presses the user's waist, and the pelvis can be corrected in the front-back direction through the process of extending the user's pelvis.

[0031] According to an embodiment of the present invention, pain caused by changes and damage to the sacroiliac joints and pubic symphysis due to childbirth, pain in the lower back and pelvis caused by incorrect posture, and various symptoms caused by deformation of the pelvis and other spinal regions can be alleviated through pelvic air cells that can move or rotate the user's pelvis in a specific direction.

[0032] FIG. 1 is a drawing for explaining a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 2 is a drawing for explaining a main frame according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining the detailed configuration of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] FIG. 4 is a drawing showing an external device that can communicate with a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] FIG. 5a is a drawing showing the structure of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] FIG. 5b is a drawing showing the expansion state of the pelvic air cell in the structure of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] FIG. 6a is a drawing showing a pelvic air cell fastening part and a frame fastening part for a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] FIG. 6b is a drawing showing the mounting structure of a pelvic air cell for a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] FIG. 7 is a drawing showing a hip air cell for a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] FIG. 8 is a drawing showing the expansion of a hip air cell for a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] FIG. 9a is a drawing showing a pelvic air cell and a hip air cell for a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] FIG. 9b is a drawing showing the position and expansion state of the pelvic air cell and the hip air cell of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0044] FIG. 10 is a drawing showing the structure of a rear pelvic air cell and a front pelvic air cell of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] FIG. 11a is a drawing showing a rear pelvic air cell and a front pelvic air cell of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] FIG. 11b is a drawing showing the expansion state of the rear pelvic air cell and the front pelvic air cell of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] FIG. 12 is a drawing showing the relative positions of the front pelvic air cell and the hip air cell of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0048] Fig. 13 is a block diagram for explaining the function of a control unit that controls the pelvic mode of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0049] FIG. 14 is a drawing showing a massage device performing a first main operation or a second main operation of a pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0050] FIG. 15 is a drawing showing a massage device performing the third main operation or the fourth main operation of the pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0051] FIG. 16 is a drawing showing a massage device performing a first sub-motion of a pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] FIG. 17 is a drawing showing a massage device performing a second sub-motion of a pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] FIG. 18 is a drawing showing a massage device performing a tension relief operation in a pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] FIG. 19 is a flowchart for explaining a first mode among pelvic modes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] FIG. 20 is a flowchart for explaining a second mode among pelvic modes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] FIG. 21 is a flowchart for explaining the third mode among the pelvic modes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0057] Figure 22 is a flowchart for explaining a tension relaxation mode among pelvic modes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0058] Fig. 23 is a flowchart for explaining the control sequence of the pelvic mode of the massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] The massage device includes a seat portion on which a user can sit, pelvic air cells positioned on both sides of the seat portion and including a plurality of air cells, and a control portion that controls the massage device, wherein the control portion operates air cells that are arranged diagonally from the seat portion among the plurality of air cells to perform a pelvic mode that applies pressure to the user's pelvis.

[0060] The advantages and features of the disclosed embodiments, and the methods for achieving them, will become clearer with reference to the embodiments described below, along with the accompanying drawings. However, the present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below and may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided solely to ensure the completeness of the disclosure and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the present disclosure of the scope of the invention.

[0061] The terms used in this specification will be briefly explained, and the disclosed embodiments will be described in detail.

[0062] The terms used in this specification have been selected from widely used, current terms, taking into account the functions of the present disclosure. However, these terms may vary depending on the intentions of engineers working in the relevant fields, precedents, the emergence of new technologies, etc. Furthermore, in certain cases, terms may be arbitrarily selected by the applicant, and in such cases, their meanings will be described in detail in the relevant description of the invention. Therefore, the terms used in this disclosure should not be defined simply as names, but rather based on their meanings and the overall content of the present invention.

[0063] In this specification, singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates that they are singular. In addition, plural expressions include singular expressions unless the context clearly indicates that they are plural.

[0064] When a part of a specification is said to "include" a component, this does not mean that it excludes other components, but rather that it may include other components, unless otherwise stated.

[0065] Also, the term "part" used in the specification means a software or hardware component, and the "part" performs certain functions. However, the "part" is not limited to software or hardware. The "part" may be configured to reside on an addressable storage medium and may be configured to execute one or more processors. Thus, by way of example, the "part" includes components such as software components, object-oriented software components, class components, and task components, as well as processes, functions, attributes, procedures, subroutines, segments of program code, drivers, firmware, microcode, circuits, data, databases, data structures, tables, arrays, and variables. The functionality provided within the components and "parts" may be combined into a smaller number of components and "parts" or further separated into additional components and "parts."

[0066] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the "unit" may be implemented as a processor and a memory. The term "processor" should be broadly interpreted to include a general-purpose processor, a central processing unit (CPU), a microprocessor, a digital signal processor (DSP), a controller, a microcontroller, a state machine, and the like. In some circumstances, a "processor" may also refer to an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a programmable logic device (PLD), a field-programmable gate array (FPGA), and the like. The term "processor" may also refer to a combination of processing devices, such as, for example, a combination of a DSP and a microprocessor, a combination of a plurality of microprocessors, a combination of one or more microprocessors in conjunction with a DSP core, or any other such combination of configurations.

[0067] The term "memory" should be interpreted broadly to include any electronic component capable of storing electronic information. The term memory may also refer to various types of processor-readable media, such as random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), non-volatile random access memory (NVRAM), programmable read-only memory (PROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM), electrically erasable PROM (EEPROM), flash memory, magnetic or optical data storage, registers, etc. A memory is said to be in electronic communication with a processor if the processor can read information from and / or write information to the memory. Memory integrated in a processor is in electronic communication with the processor.

[0068] In this specification, an actuator refers to a structure capable of providing driving force. For example, an actuator may include, but is not limited to, a motor, a linear motor, an electric motor, a DC motor, an AC motor, a linear actuator, an electric actuator, and the like.

[0069] In the present specification, according to one embodiment, a massage device may refer to a massage device including a massage unit that massages a part of a user's body. At this time, the massage unit may include at least one massage unit from among a body massage unit, an arm massage unit, and a leg massage unit. In addition, according to another embodiment, the body massage unit, the arm massage unit, and the leg massage unit may exist as separate devices (e.g., a body massage device, an arm massage device, and a leg massage device), and the massage device may refer to at least one massage device from among a body massage device, an arm massage device, and a leg massage device.

[0070] Below, with reference to the attached drawings, a detailed description of the embodiments is provided so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present disclosure. Furthermore, in order to clearly illustrate the present disclosure, portions irrelevant to the description are omitted from the drawings.

[0071] FIG. 1 is a drawing for explaining a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a drawing for explaining a main frame according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining a detailed configuration of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is a drawing showing an external device that can communicate with a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0072] A massage device (1000) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a massage unit that forms an area for receiving at least a part of a user's body, supports the user's body (e.g., torso), and massages a part of the user's body.

[0073] The massage unit may include at least one massage unit among a body massage unit (1100) that massages at least a part of the user's body, an arm massage unit (1200) that massages the user's arms, and a leg massage unit (1300) that massages the user's legs.

[0074] The body massage unit (1100) can massage at least a portion of the user's body. For example, the body massage unit (1100) can massage at least a portion of at least one of the user's upper body and lower body.

[0075] Specifically, the body massage unit (1100) may include a massage module (100) that provides a massage function to at least a part of the user's body, an audio output module (1500) that provides an audio output of any form to the user, a main frame (1110) that constitutes the skeleton of the body massage unit (1100) and supports the user's body, and a user input unit (not shown) that receives an input of any form from the user.

[0076] The configurations included in the body massage unit (1100) described above are merely exemplary embodiments, and the body massage unit (1100) may include various configurations in addition to the configurations described above.

[0077] In addition, the shape and structure of the massage device (1000) illustrated in FIG. 1 are merely exemplary, and various forms of massage devices (1000) may also be included within the scope of the present invention, as long as they do not exceed the scope of rights defined by the claims of the present invention.

[0078] The body massage unit (1100) can form a space of any shape for accommodating a user. The body massage unit (1100) can have a space of a shape corresponding to the shape of the user's body. For example, as illustrated in FIG. 1, the body massage unit (1100) can be implemented as a seating type that can accommodate the user's entire body or a part of the body, thereby supporting at least a part of the user's body. For example, the body massage unit (1100) can include a backrest that supports at least a part of the user's upper body and a seat that supports at least a part of the user's lower body.

[0079] The part of the body massage unit (1100) that comes into contact with the ground may include any material to increase friction or any member to increase friction (e.g., an anti-slip pad, etc.), and may include wheels to enhance the mobility of the massage device (1000).

[0080] At least a portion of the body massage unit (1100) can slide. For example, when the body massage unit (1100) starts a massage (or when the body massage unit (1100) is driven), at least a portion of the body massage unit (1100) can slide forward. In addition, the body massage unit (1100) can tilt backward. As a result, the body massage unit (1100) can provide a massage while tilted backward. For example, the massage device (1000) may include an actuator that tilts the massage device (1000; or the body massage unit (1100)) in the rearward direction of the massage device (1000; or the body massage unit (1100)). The massage device (1000) can drive the above-described actuator to tilt or restore the body massage unit (1100) to its original state. At this time, the actuator may be arranged on at least a portion of the massage device (e.g., the base frame).

[0081] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the massage device (1000) may include at least one air cell (not shown). The air cell may be located in at least a portion of the body massage unit (1100) (for example, at least one of an area corresponding to the user's shoulder, an area corresponding to the pelvis, and an area corresponding to the waist among the entire area of ​​the body massage unit (1100), at least a portion of the arm massage unit (1200), at least one of at least a portion of the leg massage unit (1300), and the like, but is not limited thereto and may be disposed in various portions of the massage device (1000).

[0082] The massage device (1000) may include an air supply unit, which may inflate the air cell by supplying air to the air cell. The air supply unit may be located inside the body massage unit (1100) or in the leg massage unit (1300). Additionally, the air supply unit may be located outside the massage device (1000).

[0083] The massage module (100) may be provided inside the body massage unit (1100) to provide any type of mechanical stimulation to a user accommodated in the body massage unit (1100). As illustrated in FIG. 1, the massage module (100) may move along a main frame (1110) provided inside the body massage unit (1100). In other words, the massage module (100) may massage at least a part of the user's body (or provide a massage to at least a part of the user's body) while moving along the main frame (1110).

[0084] A main frame (1110) of a body massage unit (1100) may be equipped with a rack gear (1111a), and the massage module (100) may move along the rack gear (1111a) to provide mechanical stimulation to various parts of the user's body. For example, the massage module (100) may massage at least one of the user's back, shoulders, waist, hips, and thighs by tapping or kneading. The massage module (100) may include at least one massage unit among a ball massage unit and a roller massage unit, but is not limited thereto.

[0085] The main frame (1110) constitutes the skeleton of the internal structure of the body massage unit (1100) and may be made of a metal material or a plastic material. For example, the main frame (1110) may be made of iron, an alloy, steel, etc., but is not limited thereto and may be made of various hard materials.

[0086] The audio output module (1500) may be provided in various locations. For example, the audio output module (1500) may include multiple output units, such as an upper audio output unit positioned at the upper portion of the seat portion that comes into contact with the user, a front audio output unit attached to the front ends of the left and right arm massage units of the seat portion, and / or a rear audio output unit attached to the rear ends of the arm massage units, but is not limited thereto. In this case, the audio output module (1500) may provide a three-dimensional sound such as a 5.1 channel, but is not limited thereto.

[0087] The arm massage unit (1200) may be disposed on at least one of one side and the other side of the body massage unit (1100). For example, the arm massage unit (1200) may include at least one arm massage unit among a first arm massage unit (1210) disposed on one side of the body massage unit (1100) to massage one arm of the user, and a second arm massage unit (1230) disposed on the other side of the body massage unit (1100) to massage the other arm of the user. The first arm massage unit (1210) may be disposed on one side of at least one of the seat and the backrest of the body massage unit (1100). The second arm massage unit (1230) may be disposed on the other side of at least one of the seat and the backrest of the body massage unit (1100). The first and second arm massage units (1210, 1230) can operate independently of each other based on the control of the control unit that controls the massage device (1000).

[0088] The leg massage unit (1300) may be positioned at the lower portion of the body massage unit (1100) and / or the front lower portion of the massage device (1000). The leg massage unit (1300) may include at least one leg massage unit among a first leg massage unit (1310) positioned at one side of the leg massage unit (1300) to massage one leg of the user, and a second leg massage unit (1330) positioned at the other side of the leg massage unit (1300) to massage the other leg of the user.

[0089] The leg massage unit (1300) includes a receiving space for accommodating the user's legs and can provide a leg massage to the user by massaging at least a portion of the user's legs. For example, the leg massage unit (1300) may include a calf massage unit for massaging the user's calves and / or a foot massage unit for massaging the user's feet.

[0090] The leg massage unit (1300) may be adjustable in length depending on the user's physical characteristics. For example, if a tall user uses the massage device (1000), the length of the leg massage unit (1300) may need to be increased due to the user's long calf. Furthermore, if a short user uses the massage device (1000), the length of the leg massage unit (1300) may need to be decreased due to the user's short calf. Accordingly, the leg massage unit (1300) can provide a leg massage tailored to the user's height.

[0091] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a user can control a massage device (1000) using a massage device control device (2000). The massage device control device (2000) can be connected to the massage device (1000) via wired communication and / or wireless communication.

[0092] The massage device control device (2000) may include a personal device such as at least one of a remote controller, a cellular phone, and a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), and may include, but is not limited to, various electronic devices that can be connected to the massage device (1000) via wired or wireless communication.

[0093] FIG. 2 is a drawing for explaining the main frame of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0094] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the main frame (1110) may include an upper frame (1111) having a massage module (100) and a base frame (1112) supporting the upper frame (1111).

[0095] At least a portion of the upper frame (1111) may be equipped with a rack gear. The rack gear is a member for guiding the vertical movement of the massage module (100) and may include a plurality of ribs and a plurality of ridges.

[0096] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the rack gear may be provided in a form facing each other on both sides of the upper frame (1111), and the massage module (100) may move along the rack gear.

[0097] In Fig. 2, the rack gear is formed in a vertical direction, but this is not limited thereto. The rack gear may include a rack gear in a forward-rearward direction and a rack gear in an upward-rearward direction. In the present disclosure, the forward-rearward direction refers to a direction from the massage module (100) toward the user or from the user toward the massage module (100), and may also be referred to as the Z-axis direction.

[0098] The massage module (100) may include gears that mesh with the rack gear. More specifically, the massage module (100) may include gears that mesh with the rack gear in the forward-rearward direction and the rack gear in the up-down direction, respectively. By rotating the gears by an actuator provided in the massage module (100), the massage module (100) can move forward, backward, upward, or downward.

[0099] As the massage module (100) moves forward, the intensity of the massage may increase. Also, as the massage module (100) moves backward, the intensity of the massage may decrease.

[0100] The rack gear may be made of metal or plastic. For example, the rack gear may be made of, but is not limited to, iron, steel, alloys, reinforced plastic, melamine resin, phenolic resin, etc.

[0101] The upper frame (1111) can be implemented in various shapes. For example, the upper frame (1111) can be classified into an S frame, an L frame, an S&L frame, and a double S&L frame depending on the shape, but is not limited thereto.

[0102] The S frame refers to a frame in which at least a portion of the upper frame (1111) includes a curved shape like “”. The L frame refers to a frame in which at least a portion of the upper frame (1111) includes a curved shape like “L”. The S&L frame refers to a frame in which both a curved shape like “” and a curved shape like “” are included. The double S&L frame refers to a frame in which a curved shape like “” and two portions of the curved shape like “” are included.

[0103] The base frame (1112) refers to the part of the main frame (1110) that supports the upper frame (1111) and is in contact with the ground. The base frame (1112) may include a base upper frame (1112a) and a base lower frame (1112b).

[0104] The base upper frame (1112a) can support the upper frame (1111), and the base lower frame (1112b) can be in contact with the ground. In addition, the base upper frame (1112a) can be positioned in contact with the base lower frame (1112b).

[0105] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the base upper frame (1112a) can move along the base lower frame (1112b). For example, the base upper frame (1112a) can slide forward or backward along the base lower frame (1112b). In this case, the upper frame (1111) is connected to the base upper frame (1112a) and can move according to the movement of the base upper frame (1112a).

[0106] For example, when the base upper frame (1112a) moves forward, the upper frame (1111) can also move forward together, and when the base upper frame (1112a) moves backward, the upper frame (1111) can also move backward together. As a result, sliding movement of the body massage unit (1100) can be permitted.

[0107] Specifically, in order to allow movement of the base upper frame (1112a), a movable wheel may be provided at the lower portion of the base upper frame (1112a). In addition, a guide member capable of guiding the movable wheel may be provided at the upper portion of the base lower frame (1112b). The movable wheel provided at the base upper frame (1112a) moves along the guide member provided at the base lower frame (1112b), thereby allowing forward or backward movement of the base upper frame (1112a).

[0108] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the massage device (1000) may not provide a sliding function, in which case the base frame (1112) may not be separated into upper and lower frames.

[0109] FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining the detailed configuration of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0110] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device (1000) may include at least one of a control unit (1400), a sensor unit (1410), a communication unit (1420), a memory (1430), an audio output unit (1440), and an interface unit (1450). The control unit (1400) may include at least one processor and a memory. At least one processor may execute instructions stored in the memory.

[0111] The control unit (1400) can control the massage device (1000). For example, the control unit (1400) can control various detailed configurations of the massage device (1000), such as at least one of the body massage unit (1100), the arm massage unit (1200), the leg massage unit (1300), the sensor unit (1410), the communication unit (1420), the memory (1430), the audio output unit (1440), the interface unit (1450), and the output unit.

[0112] The control unit (1400) may include one processor or multiple processors. If the control unit (1400) includes multiple processors, at least some of the processors may be physically separated from each other. Furthermore, the massage device (1000) is not limited thereto and may be implemented in various ways.

[0113] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the control unit (1400) can control the operation of the massage device (1000). For example, the massage device (1000) can include a plurality of actuators, and the control unit (1400) can control the operation of the massage device (1000) by controlling the operation of the plurality of actuators.

[0114] For example, the massage device (1000) may include at least one of a driving unit for moving an armrest frame support, at least one actuator included in a massage module (100), a back angle actuator, a leg angle actuator, a foot massage actuator, a leg length adjustment actuator, and a sliding actuator.

[0115] The back angle actuator is an actuator that adjusts the angle of the part of the massage device (1000) where the user's back comes into contact, and the back angle of the massage device (1000) can be adjusted by the operation of the back angle actuator. The leg angle actuator is an actuator that adjusts the angle of the leg massage part (1300) of the massage device (1000), and the angle between the leg massage part (1300) and the body massage part (1100) can be adjusted by the operation of the leg angle actuator. The foot massage actuator represents an actuator that operates a foot massage module included in the leg massage part (1300). For example, the control part (1400) can provide a foot massage to the user by utilizing the foot massage actuator. The leg length adjustment actuator represents an actuator that adjusts the length of the leg massage part (1300). For example, the control unit (1400) can adjust the length of the leg massage unit (1300) to suit the user by utilizing a leg length adjustment actuator, and as a result, the user can receive a massage suited to his / her body type.

[0116] At least one actuator included in the massage module (100) may be a variety of actuators such as a movement actuator, a forward / reverse actuator, and a massage actuator.

[0117] The movement actuator is an actuator that enables the up and down movement of the massage module (100), and can move the massage module (100) in at least one direction among the upward and downward directions of the massage device (1000) along the main frame (1110). The massage module (100) can move along the rack gear (1111a) by the operation of the massage module (100) movement actuator. The advance / retreat actuator can advance / retreat (or tilt) the massage module (100) in at least one direction among the forward and backward directions of the massage module (100). In other words, the massage module (100) can be tilted in at least one direction among the forward and backward directions of the massage module (100) through the advance / retreat actuator. The massage actuator can move the massage module (100) in various ways to provide the user with various massage actions.

[0118] The control unit (1400) can control the operation of the massage device (1000) by controlling the detailed configuration of the massage device (1000).

[0119] The control unit (1400) can provide various massage movements by operating at least one actuator included in the massage device (1000). For example, the control unit (1400) can provide tapping massage, kneading massage, etc. by operating at least one actuator included in the massage module (100), but is not limited thereto and can provide various massage movements.

[0120] The memory (1430) may be included in the control unit (1400) or may be located outside the control unit (1400). The memory (1430) may store various information related to the massage device (1000). For example, the memory (1430) may include massage control information and information about the user, but is not limited thereto. The information about the user may be various information related to the user, such as personal authentication information and the user's biometric information (e.g., age, height, weight, blood pressure, body composition, heart rate, electrocardiogram, etc.).

[0121] The memory (1430) may be implemented using a non-volatile storage medium capable of persistently storing arbitrary data. For example, the memory (1430) may include, but is not limited to, storage devices based on disks, optical disks, and magneto-optical storage devices, as well as flash memory and / or battery-backed memory.

[0122] Memory (1430) may refer to a volatile storage device in which stored information is instantly erased when power is turned off, such as a random access memory (RAM) such as a dynamic random access memory (DRAM) or a static random access memory (SRAM), which is the main storage device directly accessed by the processor, but is not limited thereto. This memory (1430) may be operated by the control unit (1400).

[0123] The massage device (1000) may include a sensor unit (1410). The sensor unit (1410) may acquire various information using at least one sensor. The sensor unit (1410) may be equipped with a sensor that utilizes a measuring means such as pressure, electric potential, and optical. For example, the sensor may include a pressure sensor, an infrared sensor, an LED sensor, a touch sensor, an electrode sensor, an air pressure measuring sensor, and the like, but is not limited thereto.

[0124] Additionally, the sensor unit (1410) may include a biometric information acquisition sensor. The biometric information acquisition sensor may acquire at least one of fingerprint information, facial information, voice information, iris information, weight information, blood pressure information, heart rate (or heartbeat) information, electrocardiogram information, and body composition information, but is not limited thereto and may include various types of biometric information. For example, the massage device (1000) may provide a customized massage based on information acquired through the sensors.

[0125] The massage device (1000) can detect the contact area and / or contact location with the user through sensors. In addition, the massage device (1000) can provide a customized massage based on the information acquired through the sensors.

[0126] The communication unit (1420) can receive a signal transmitted from an external device or transmit a signal to the massage device (1000) to an external device.

[0127] For example, the control unit (1400) can process a signal received through the communication unit (1420) to obtain a result signal and transmit the result signal to the communication unit (1420). The communication unit (1420) can transmit (or output) the result signal to an external device.

[0128] The control unit (1400) can obtain information about various components included in the massage device (1000) (e.g., information about the massage module (100), information about the arm massage unit (1200), etc.) and transmit the information to the communication unit (1420). The communication unit (1420) can transmit information about the massage device (1000) to an external device.

[0129] The communication unit (1420) can communicate with a module inside the massage device (1000), an external massage device, and / or a user terminal through any type of network. The communication unit can include a wired / wireless connection module for network connection. Wireless connection technologies, for example, WLAN (Wireless LAN) (Wi-Fi), Wibro (Wireless broadband), Wimax (World Interoperability for Microwave Access), HSDPA (High Speed ​​Downlink PacketAccess), etc. can be used. Wired connection technologies, for example, XDSL (Digital Subscriber Line), FTTH (Fibers to the home), PLC (Power Line Communication), etc. can be used. In addition, the network connection unit can include a short-range communication module, and can transmit and receive data with any device / terminal located in a short distance. For example, short range communication technologies that can be used include, but are not limited to, Bluetooth, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), IrDA (Infrared Data Association), UWB (Ultra-Wideband), and ZigBee.

[0130] The massage device (1000) may further include an interface portion (1450).

[0131] The interface unit (1450) may be placed on at least a portion of the massage device (1000). For example, the interface unit (1450) may be placed on the exterior of the arm massage unit (1200).

[0132] The interface unit (1450) may include an input unit and / or an output unit. The input unit may receive a user input input from a user and transmit it to the control unit (1400). The output unit may display information about the massage device (1000). For example, the output unit may output various information, such as a processing result of the control unit (1400), operation information of at least one massage unit among the body massage unit (1100), the arm massage unit (1200), and the leg massage unit (1300), and information about an executed massage mode.

[0133] Specifically, the input unit can receive commands related to the control of the operation of the massage device (1000) from the user, and the input unit can be implemented in various forms. For example, the input unit can be provided in the body massage unit (1100) and the leg massage unit (1300), but is not limited thereto. In addition, the input unit can include the user input unit (not shown) of FIG. 1, the massage device control device (2000), or various external devices described in FIG. 4.

[0134] The massage device (1000) can obtain various commands from the user through the input unit. For example, the massage device (1000) can receive arbitrary commands for selection of a massage module, selection of a massage type, selection of a massage intensity, selection of a massage time, selection of a massage area, selection of a position and operation of a body massage unit (1100), selection of turning the power of the massage device (1000) on and off, selection of whether or not to operate a heating function, selection of a sound source playback, etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0135] The massage device (1000) may provide an interface for selecting a massage mode via the interface unit (1450). For example, the input unit and / or output unit may include a massage device control device (2000). A list of various modes of medical massage related to body improvement may be displayed via the massage device control device (2000).

[0136] The medical massage mode may include at least one of a concentration mode, a meditation mode, a recovery mode, a stretching mode, a sleep mode, an energy mode, a golf mode, a hip-up mode, a test taker mode, a zero gravity mode, and a growth mode.

[0137] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the interface unit (1450) may be provided with hot key type buttons and / or selection buttons for executing direction selection, cancellation, input, etc. according to preset user-defined functions or self-preset functions.

[0138] The interface unit (1450) may be implemented as a touch screen, key pad, dome switch, touch pad (static / capacitive), jog wheel, jog switch, etc., but is not limited thereto. In addition, the interface unit (1450) may obtain commands through the user's speech based on voice recognition technology.

[0139] The output unit may include a display for displaying the operating status of the massage device (1000) or the current status of the user. In this case, the display may include at least one of a liquid crystal display (LCD), a thin film transistor-liquid crystal display (TFT LCD), an organic light-emitting diode (OLED), a flexible display, and a 3D display, but is not limited thereto.

[0140] The output unit may include an audio output unit (1440). The audio output unit (1440) of FIG. 3 may include the audio output module (1500) of FIG. 1. For example, the audio output module (1500) may be positioned at various locations of the massage device (1000) as described above. The audio output module (1500) may be positioned in an area corresponding to the user's head among the entire area of ​​the body massage unit (1100) of the massage device (1000) as illustrated in FIG. 1. In this case, the area corresponding to the user's head may be an area corresponding to at least one of the upper sides among the entire area of ​​the body massage unit (1100).

[0141] The audio output unit (1440) can provide any form of audio output to the user. For example, the audio output unit (1440) can provide brain stimulation to the user by outputting sound sources and / or binaural beats optimized for the massage pattern provided by the massage device (1000). The audio output unit (1440) can output sound signals received through a network (not shown) or stored in an internal / external storage medium (not shown). For example, the audio output unit (1440) can output sound sources according to the control of the user terminal through a network connection (e.g., Bluetooth connection, etc.) with the user terminal. In addition, the audio output unit (1440) can output any form of sound signals generated in relation to the operation of the massage device (1000).

[0142] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that the present invention may be implemented in combination with other program modules and / or as a combination of hardware and software. For example, the present invention may be implemented using a computer-readable medium.

[0143] Any computer-accessible medium can be a computer-readable medium, including both volatile and non-volatile media, transitory and non-transitory media, removable and non-removable media. By way of example, and not limitation, computer-readable media can include computer-readable storage media and computer-readable transmission media.

[0144] Computer-readable storage media includes volatile and nonvolatile media, transitory and non-transitory media, removable and non-removable media implemented in any method or technology for storing information such as computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data. Computer-readable storage media includes, but is not limited to, RAM, ROM, EEPROM, flash memory or other memory technology, CD-ROM, digital video disks (DVD) or other optical disk storage, magnetic cassettes, magnetic tape, magnetic disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other medium that can be accessed by a computer and used to store the desired information.

[0145] FIG. 4 is a drawing showing an external device that can communicate with a massage device (1000) according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0146] The massage device (1000) can transmit and receive various data by communicating with an external device (3000) via a wired or wireless communication unit (1420).

[0147] The external device (3000) may include a portable electronic device (3100) such as an AI speaker, tablet, or smartphone. The portable electronic device (3100) may be a dedicated massage device (1000) or a general-purpose portable electronic device. In addition, the external device (3000) may include a wearable device (3200) such as a smartwatch or a smartband. The external device (3000) may include a massage device (3300) other than the massage device (1000) currently being used by the user. The external device (3000) may include a hospital server (3400). The external device (3000) may include a personal health record (PHR) server. In addition, the external device (3000) may include a cloud server (3500). The external device (3000) may include a medical measuring device such as an electronic scale, a blood glucose meter, or a blood pressure meter.

[0148] Although the present invention has described some examples of external devices (3000), any device that can communicate with the massage device (1000) wired or wirelessly and exchange information with each other may be considered an external device.

[0149]

[0150] FIG. 5a is a drawing for showing the structure of a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 5b is a drawing for showing the expansion state of a pelvic air cell in the structure of a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 6a is a drawing for showing a pelvic air cell fastening part and a frame fastening part for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 6b is a drawing for showing a mounting structure of a pelvic air cell for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 7 is a drawing for showing a hip air cell for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 8 is a drawing for showing the expansion of a hip air cell for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 9a is a drawing for showing a pelvic air cell and a hip air cell for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 9b is a drawing for showing the position and expansion state of a pelvic air cell and a hip air cell for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 10 is a drawing for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention. This is a drawing for showing the structure of a posterior pelvic air cell and anterior pelvic air cell, and FIG. 11a is a drawing for showing a posterior pelvic air cell and anterior pelvic air cell for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 11b is a drawing for showing an expansion state of a posterior pelvic air cell and anterior pelvic air cell for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 12 is a drawing for showing the relative positions of a front pelvic air cell and a hip air cell for a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0151] As illustrated in FIG. 5a, the massage device (1000) according to the present embodiment may include a back support portion (210) and a seat portion (220) that support the user.

[0152] For example, the massage device (1000) may include a backrest (210) that supports at least a portion of the user's upper body and a seat (220) that supports at least a portion of the user's lower body, and may also include a pelvic air cell (300) and a hip air cell (400).

[0153] The pelvic air cell (300) is located on both sides of the seat portion (220), that is, on both sides of the seating surface formed in the seat portion, is placed on the upper part of the seat portion (220), and is fixed to the air cell fastening portion (310), and the hip air cell (400) can be located on the seating surface of the seat portion.

[0154] The pelvic air cell (300) can massage the user's pelvis and / or thighs by applying pressure, or change the position of the user's pelvis and / or buttocks. For example, the pelvic air cell (300) can push the user's pelvis toward the other side of the seat (220) by inflating only the air cell positioned on one side of the seat (220), or can push the user's pelvis toward one side of the seat (220) by inflating only the air cell positioned on the other side of the seat (220).

[0155] The hip air cell (400) can massage the user's hips and / or lower thighs by applying pressure, or change the position of the user's hips and / or buttocks. For example, the hip air cell (400) can inflate to apply pressure to the user's hips and / or lower thighs, and the pelvic air cell (300) can simultaneously inflate in the same direction on both sides to apply pressure, thereby lifting the user's lower body upward relative to the seating surface of the seat portion (220) and moving it toward the center of the seat portion (220).

[0156] Specifically, the hip air cell (400) inflates simultaneously from both sides to pressurize the user's hips and / or lower thighs, so that when the user's hips and / or thighs are lifted, the pelvic air cell (300) is sequentially inflated simultaneously from both sides in this state, so that the user's lower body can be aligned on the seating surface of the seat part (220). More specifically, in the case of the pelvic air cell (300), since one end protrudes forward more than one end of the hip air cell (400) and the other end protrudes backward more than the other end of the hip air cell (400), the pelvic air cell (300) can pressurize the side and upper surfaces of the user's hips and / or thighs in a form that covers the hip air cell (400), thereby moving the user's lower body toward the center on the seating surface of the seat part (220).

[0157] The massage device (1000) is placed on the upper part of the seat part (220) and may include a seat cushion made of a cushion material so that the user can comfortably sit on the seat part.

[0158] Although not shown in the drawing, the seat cushion may be composed of a foam layer made of a cushion or the like that constitutes the user's seating surface, and a cover part made of, for example, fabric, leather, or the like that is configured to wrap the foam layer part. At this time, the cover part may be configured to wrap the outer part of the foam layer part. Here, the hip air cell (400) is located on the upper part of the cover part, and may be located in an area where the user's hip rests among the entire upper area of ​​the cover part. For example, the hip air cell (400) may be fixedly connected at one end of the cover part, that is, the air cell (410a), to the upper rear (or upper back) of the cover part, which is an area where the user's hip rests among the entire upper surface area of ​​the cover part.

[0159] In addition, the pelvic air cell (300) can be formed by dividing it into a predetermined size in the front and rear.

[0160] In addition, the pelvic air cell (300) has a shape in which one end protrudes forward more than one end of the hip air cell (400), and the other end protrudes backward more than the other end of the hip air cell (400), such that the pelvic air cell (300) protrudes along the longitudinal direction of the hip air cell (400). More preferably, the pelvic air cell (300) may be configured to surround the entire longitudinal direction of the hip air cell (400). To this end, the pelvic air cell (300) may be formed by being divided and having a predetermined size in the front and rear.

[0161] More specifically, the pelvic air cell (300) may include a rear pelvic air cell (302) located on both rear sides of the seat portion (220), that is, on both rear sides of the seating surface, and a front pelvic air cell (304) located adjacent to the rear pelvic air cell (302) on both front sides of the seat portion (220), that is, on both front sides of the seating surface.

[0162] Here, the rear pelvic air cell (302) is located at the rear of the user's pelvis, and as shown in FIG. 5b, when inflated by air injection, it can be provided to stimulate the pelvis (e.g., the rear of the pelvis (or the rear side of the pelvis)) and the side of the thigh (e.g., the upper side of the thigh).

[0163] In addition, since the rear pelvic air cell (302) can stimulate the lower lateral area of ​​the thigh through the expansion of the hip air cell (400), it interacts with the hip air cell (400) and, when inflated by air injection, can provide even stimulation to the upper lateral area and the lower lateral area of ​​the thigh.

[0164] The posterior pelvic air cell (302) may include a relatively large number of air pockets (302a) compared to the number of air pockets (304a) included in the anterior pelvic air cell (304), as illustrated in FIG. 11a.

[0165] Specifically, the rear pelvic air cell (302) may include at least two or more multiple air pockets (302a), and the front pelvic air cell (304) may include a smaller number of multiple air pockets (304a) than the number of the rear pelvic air cells (302).

[0166] Through this, by making the number of air pockets (302a, 304a) included in the rear pelvic air cell (302) and the front pelvic air cell (304) different, when inflated by air injection, different stimulations can be provided to the front and rear of the pelvis and thighs in consideration of physical characteristics.

[0167] In other words, the front pelvic air cell (304) may include three air pockets (304a) to provide stimulation to the front portion of both sides of the thighs when inflated by air injection, as shown in FIG. 11b, and the rear pelvic air cell (302) may include four air pockets (302a) to provide stimulation to the rear portion of the pelvis including the upper portion of both sides of the thighs when inflated by air injection.

[0168] In this embodiment, the number of air pockets (302a) included in the interior of the rear pelvic air cell (302) is described as 4, and the number of air pockets (304a) included in the interior of the front pelvic air cell (304) is described as 3, but this is only applicable to one embodiment and is not fixed.

[0169] For example, the number of air pockets (302a) included in the interior of the rear pelvic air cell (302) may be set to 5, and the number of air pockets (304a) included in the interior of the front pelvic air cell (304) may be set to 4, etc., and the number of each air pocket (302a, 304a) may be selectively set as needed.

[0170] Preferably, the rear pelvic air cell (302) can be controlled so that the air pocket (302a) contained therein expands simultaneously with the air pocket (304a) contained within the front pelvic air cell (304) (see FIG. 11b), thereby simultaneously pressurizing the front and rear of the user's pelvis from the side and effectively providing stimulation accordingly.

[0171] In this embodiment, the rear pelvic air cell (302) is described as being controlled so that the air pocket (302a) contained therein expands simultaneously with the air pocket (304a) contained within the front pelvic air cell (304), but this is only applicable to one embodiment and is not fixed.

[0172] For example, the rear pelvic air cell (302) can be controlled so that the air pocket (302a) contained therein inflates simultaneously with the air pocket (304a) contained within the front pelvic air cell (304), but the inflated volume can be adjusted by adjusting the amount of air injected, taking into account the physical characteristics of the user.

[0173] Additionally, the posterior pelvic air cell (302) and the anterior pelvic air cell (304) can expand and contract independently of each other. For example, the anterior and posterior pelvic air cells (302, 304) can expand simultaneously, cross-expand, or inflate only one pelvic air cell, as described above.

[0174] In addition, as illustrated in FIG. 10, the rear pelvic air cell (302) may be configured to be extended to have a relatively high height, or in other words, a relatively wide area, compared to the front pelvic air cell (304).

[0175] This is because, as illustrated in FIG. 12, the front end of the front pelvic air cell (304) is configured to be positioned relatively forward compared to the front end of the hip air cell (400), and the rear end of the rear pelvic air cell (302) is configured to be positioned relatively backward compared to the rear end of the hip air cell (400). Therefore, when inflated by air injection, the thigh of a seated user is pressed through the front pelvic air cell (304), and at the same time, stimulation can be effectively provided in the up-and-down direction to the pelvic area through the rear pelvic air cell (302) which has a relatively high height (large area) compared to the front air cell (304).

[0176] Meanwhile, the rear pelvic air cell (302) and the front pelvic air cell (304) that constitute the pelvic air cell (300) are formed so that the inner side expands based on the outer side that is fixed to the seat part (220) according to the air that flows in through the air hose.

[0177] Accordingly, the rear pelvic air cell (302) and the front pelvic air cell (304) can stimulate the front and back of the user's pelvis and thighs from the outside to the inside when inflated by air injection.

[0178] The massage device (1000) may include a plate, a shape-maintaining member (330), and an air hose (not shown) that are positioned on both side frames (e.g., upper frame (1111)) of the seat portion (220), and include an air cell fastening part (310) that is fastened to the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302), and a frame fastening part (320) that is positioned between the air cell fastening part (310) and the upper frame (1111).

[0179] Here, the air cell fastening part (310) is fastened to the pelvic air cell (300) to fix the pelvic air cell (300) in a fixed position, and is formed to extend with a predetermined length in the width direction, and is provided so that the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) are positioned on one side.

[0180] This air cell fastening portion (310) may include an insertion hole (312) and a fixing portion (314).

[0181] The insertion holes (312) are provided as a pair spaced apart from each other and penetrate the air cell connecting portion (310), and are configured to pass through the inlet hole (322) of the frame connecting portion (320) for fixing the position of the air hose, and the extended air hoses having a predetermined length are respectively fluidly connected to the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) located on one side of the air cell connecting portion (310). However, the air hoses may be connected to the front and rear pelvic air cells (304, 302) by passing directly through the insertion hole (312) of the air cell connecting portion (310) without passing through the inlet hole (322) of the frame connecting portion (320).

[0182] Accordingly, the air hose can be positioned so as to pass through the insertion hole (312) and the inlet hole (322), and although not shown in the drawing, the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) are fluidly connected to the air hose connected to the solenoid valve, so that when the solenoid valve is opened while the air hose is in a fixed position, air can be injected into the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) to cause expansion for stimulation.

[0183] More preferably, the structure in which air is injected into the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) by opening the solenoid valve as described above is only applicable to one embodiment and is not fixed. For example, the air hose connected to the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) may be implemented in an always open state, or may be implemented as a connecting member for air intake and air exhaust that simply connects the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) through the air hose. If the air hose is implemented as a connecting member as described above, a valve may be separately provided between each air hose and the air pump.

[0184] The fixed part (314) is positioned adjacent to the insertion hole (312) and is formed by penetrating the air cell fastening part (310).

[0185] More preferably, the fixing member (314) may be positioned adjacent to each of the pair of insertion holes (312), and may be provided as a pair and arranged parallel to each other.

[0186] For example, the fixing member (314) can be configured so that the air hose passes through the insertion hole (312) and is connected to the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302), and a fastening member (not shown) passes through the fixing member (314) on one side of the air cell fastening member (310) and is fastened on the other side of the air cell fastening member (310), thereby restraining the air hose located on one side of the air cell fastening member (310) through the fastening member (not shown), thereby fixing the position of the air hose on the air cell fastening member (310).

[0187] More preferably, the fastening member (not shown) may be made of wire, wire, cable tie, Velcro tie or band tie.

[0188] The frame fastening part (320) supports the pelvic air cell (300) and the air cell fastening part (310), and by having one end connected to the air cell fastening part (310) and the other end connected to the upper frame (1111), it serves as an intermediate fastening part connecting the pelvic air cell (300) and / or the air cell fastening part (310) and the upper frame (1111).

[0189] The frame fastening part (320) is formed integrally by being bent from the air cell fastening part (310), as illustrated in FIG. 6b, and is positioned between the air cell fastening part (310) and the seat frame (or upper frame (1111)) that constitutes the skeleton of the seat part (220), that is, between the air cell fastening part (310) and the side plate (111a) formed on the seat frame (or upper frame (1111)), and is coupled with a predetermined incline toward the inside, so that the air cell fastening part (310) can be arranged in a structure that is inclined upward toward the inside from the side plate (111a).

[0190] Through the inclined arrangement structure of the frame fastening portion (320), the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) coupled to the air cell fastening portion (310) are arranged in a direction that is drawn toward the user's pelvis, so that pelvic compression and stimulation can be effectively achieved.

[0191] And, although not shown in the drawing, the air hose forms a passage for air to flow and a passage for air to be injected, and as described above, when the solenoid valve is opened, air flows and is injected into the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302).

[0192] The shape-maintaining member (330) is a member for maintaining the shape of the pelvic air cell (300), and can be fixed and connected to the air cell fastening member (310) using a cable tie or the like.

[0193] In addition, the shape-maintaining member (330) may be made of a PE (Polyethylene) material, and may be formed to be relatively taller and longer than the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302), as illustrated in FIGS. 9A and 9B. Accordingly, the shape-maintaining member (330) is configured to integrally wrap the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302), thereby maintaining the shapes of the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302), and may be fixed to the upper frame (1111) by the air cell fastening portion (310). Furthermore, the shape-maintaining member (330) may function as a support when the front pelvic air cell (304) and the rear pelvic air cell (302) are expanded.

[0194] Meanwhile, the hip air cell (400) is positioned on the upper side of the seat portion (or seat cushion) as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, and is formed so that one end thereof is fixed to the cover portion constituting the seat cushion.

[0195] As shown in FIGS. 9a and 9b, the hip air cell (400) is formed to partially overlap with the lower part of the pelvic air cell (300) so that stimulation can be achieved by interacting with the pelvic air cell (300) when inflated by air injection, and is placed on both sides of the seating surface, spaced apart from the movement path of the massage module (100) that moves along the main frame (1110) of the massage device (1000).

[0196] Specifically, the hip air cell (400) is positioned at each left and right position of the seat cushion, which is spaced apart from the center, in a position that does not interfere with the force exerted by the massage module (100) in the movement path of the massage module (100) and is made of a material that is less likely to be deformed by external force from the massage module (100).

[0197] More specifically, the center of the seat portion (220) through which the massage module (100) passes is typically made of a first material (e.g., an elastic material such as leggings) to enhance the user's sitting comfort and to ensure that the massage by the massage module (100) is well transmitted to the user, and the side portions are made of a second material (e.g., an outer material such as PU (polyurethane) and / or leather) that is less likely to be damaged by friction with other materials. Here, the hip air cells (400) are positioned at positions made of the second material, that is, at the left and right positions of the seating surface, respectively.

[0198] Since the hip air cell (400) is formed to partially overlap with the lower part of the pelvic air cell (300) (see FIGS. 9a and 9b), when inflated, its performance can be maintained and it can be configured to a predetermined size so that interference with the pelvic air cell (300) can be minimized.

[0199] In addition, the hip air cell (400) may include a plurality of symmetrical air cells (410a, 420a), and the plurality of air cells (410a, 420a) may be formed by fixing one end adjacent to the seating surface (see FIG. 9a).

[0200] The hip air cell (400) may be formed as a pair or multiple pieces at each left and right position, and as shown in FIG. 9b, when inflated by inflowing air, the other end except for one end that is fixed to the seat portion (220) may be configured to inflate.

[0201] The hip air cell (400) is formed integrally with one end of the air cell (410a) and the other end of the air cell (420a) from the left and right positions, and is structured to overlap each other, so that when inflated by air injection, the entire remaining area inflates based on one end, enabling effective stimulation of the lower part of the side of the user's thigh.

[0202] The hip air cell (400) interacts with the pelvic air cell (300) and can provide overall stimulation to the lower side of the thigh.

[0203] That is, as illustrated in FIG. 7, the hip air cell (400) is configured to stimulate the lower lateral portion of the thigh when inflated by air injection, and at this time, the rear pelvic air cell (302) is configured to stimulate the upper lateral portion of the thigh including the pelvis as the inflation by air injection occurs simultaneously with the hip air cell (400), so that it interacts with the rear pelvic air cell (302) to provide even stimulation to the upper lateral portion and the lower lateral portion of the thigh.

[0204] In the case of this hip air cell (400), the front end of the hip air cell (400) located far from the back support part (210) is configured to have a relatively curved shape compared to the rear end of the hip air cell (400) located adjacent to the back support part (210).

[0205] More specifically, since the front end of the hip air cell (400) is configured in an inverted triangle shape, the front end of the hip air cell (400) may not be effective in stimulating the lower lateral area of ​​the thigh, and for this purpose, the front pelvic air cell (304) is configured to protrude a predetermined length (L) forward in the longitudinal direction from the hip air cell (400), so that not only can a wide range of stimulation be provided to the front sides of both sides of the user's thigh area, but also stimulation of an area where stimulation may not be effectively provided by the front end of the hip air cell (400) can be provided through the front pelvic air cell (304) configured as described above.

[0206] At this time, since the front pelvic air cell (304) is formed to be relatively taller and have a wider area than the rear pelvic air cell (302), as described above, stimulation of the front end of the hip air cell (400) can be effectively provided.

[0207] Fig. 13 is a block diagram for explaining the function of a control unit that controls the pelvic mode of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0208] Referring to FIGS. 3, 5A, and 13, the control unit (1400) can control the air cells (300, 400), the massage module (100), and the angle adjustment unit (500), which are components of the massage device (1000). The air cells (300, 400) can include a pelvic air cell (300) and a hip air cell (400). The pelvic air cell (300) and the hip air cell (400), which will be described later, can all be applied to the contents of the pelvic air cell (300) and the hip air cell (400) described above.

[0209] For example, the pelvic air cell (300) may be positioned on both sides of the seat portion (220) on which the user can sit as described above, and may include a plurality of air cells. In this case, the pelvic air cell (300) may include a first pelvic air cell (300a) and a second pelvic air cell (300b), which are a plurality of air cells.

[0210] The pelvic air cell (300) can perform the function of massaging the pelvis by applying pressure. Specifically, the pelvic air cell (300) can pressurize the side of the user's pelvis to fix the user's pelvis or move and / or rotate the pelvis. For example, the pelvic air cell (300) can pressurize the side and / or the upper side of the user's pelvis when the hip air cell (400) is contracted, and can pressurize the side and / or the lower side of the user's pelvis when the hip air cell (400) is inflated.

[0211] As the pelvic air cell (300) expands symmetrically, the user's pelvis can be fixed, and as the pelvic air cell (300) expands asymmetrically, the user's pelvis can be moved and / or rotated in a specific direction. The control unit (1400) can rotate the user's pelvis by asymmetrically operating (or expanding) the pelvic air cells (300) positioned on both sides based on the user's seating position or the position of the seat unit (220), thereby performing the function of correcting the user's deformed pelvis.

[0212] The first pelvic air cell (300a) may be arranged on one side based on the position of the seat part (220) where the user sits, and the second pelvic air cell (300b) may be arranged on the other side based on the position of the seat part (220) where the user sits. In other words, the pelvic air cell (300) may include a plurality of first pelvic air cells (300a) provided on one side based on the seat part (220) in order to massage the user's pelvis, and a plurality of second pelvic air cells (300b) provided on the other side opposite to the one side based on the seat part (220). The first pelvic air cell (300a) may include a first rear pelvic air cell (302a) arranged on one rear side of the seat part (220) and a first front pelvic air cell (304a) arranged on one front side of the seat part (220). The second pelvic air cell (300b) may include a second rear pelvic air cell (302b) arranged on one rear side of the seat portion (220) and a second front pelvic air cell (304b) arranged on one front side of the seat portion (220). The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) may be arranged diagonally relative to the seat portion (200) or the position at which the user sits. The second rear pelvic air cell (302b) and the first front pelvic air cell (304a) may be arranged diagonally relative to the seat portion (200) or the position at which the user sits.

[0213] The hip air cell (400) may be placed on the seating surface of the seat portion (220). The hip air cell (400) may serve to raise the user's hip in a direction away from the seat portion (220) (for example, toward the upper side of the seat portion (220). The hip air cell (400) may be provided in two pieces and may be placed on both sides of the seating surface of the seat portion (220). When the hip air cell (400) is inflated, the user's hip may be raised in the upper side of the seat portion (220), and since the hip air cell (400) provided in multiple pieces on both sides of the seat portion (220) spreads left and right, the user's hip may be aligned to the center of the seat portion (220). In other words, the hip air cell (400) may serve to align the user's hip to the center of the seat portion (220).

[0214] The massage module (100) moves along the main frame (1110) of the massage device (1000) and can massage at least one of the user's neck, shoulders, back, waist, and hips.

[0215] The angle adjustment unit (500) may include at least one actuator for adjusting the angle of the massage device (1000). For example, the angle adjustment unit (500) may include at least one of the back angle actuator and the leg angle actuator described above. Specifically, the angle adjustment unit (500) may include a back angle actuator for adjusting the angle of the back support unit (210), which is the portion of the massage device (1000) that the user's back comes into contact with, and a leg angle actuator for adjusting the angle of the leg massage unit that massages the user's legs.

[0216] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the control unit (1400) can perform at least one of correction, rotation (or movement), and massage of the user's pelvis through a pelvic mode including at least one mode among a plurality of modes (or consisting of a combination of at least one mode).

[0217] For example, the control unit (1400) can perform a pelvic mode to correct and move the user's pelvis and massage the user's pelvis.

[0218] Specifically, the control unit (1400) performs a pelvic mode in which the user's pelvis is pressurized by operating (or expanding) the air cells among the plurality of air cells of the pelvic air cell (300) that are arranged diagonally relative to the sheet portion (220), thereby correcting and moving the user's pelvis and massaging the user's pelvis.

[0219] Below, we will explain the pelvic mode in detail.

[0220] The pelvic mode may include modes that pressurize the user's pelvis through the pelvic air cell (300) and the hip air cell (400). For example, the pelvic mode may refer to a massage mode that performs at least one of the start mode, lower body massage mode, circulation mode, tension relief mode, first mode, second mode, third mode, circulation mode, and recovery mode, which will be described later. However, the pelvic mode necessarily includes at least one of the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode, and may optionally include the remaining modes. In an operation in which a specific air cell is expanded, the remaining air cells may be contracted or maintained in a contracted state. Therefore, in the case in which a specific air cell is operated or expanded below, air cells that are not operated or expanded may be contracted or maintained in a contracted state.

[0221] For example, the pelvic mode may include a main operation of operating either one of the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and either one of the rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) posterior pelvic air cell (302a) posterior pelvic air cell. In this case, either one of the front pelvic air cell (304a) and the rear pelvic air cell (302a or 302b) may be air cells that are arranged diagonally relative to each other with respect to the sheet portion (220). In other words, each of the first mode and the third mode among the pelvic modes may include a main operation of inflating two pelvic air cells that are arranged diagonally with respect to the position of the user's seat part (220) among the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the second front pelvic air cell (304b). That is, each of the modes constituting the pelvic mode may include a main operation of asymmetrically operating the first pelvic air cells (300a) and the second pelvic air cells (300b) that are arranged on both sides with respect to the seat part (220). Preferably, the main operation may be performed in at least one mode among the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode among the modes. At this time, the main operation may include at least one main operation among a first main operation that operates the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) arranged in a first diagonal direction with respect to the seat portion (220), and a second main operation that operates the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) arranged in a second diagonal direction opposite to the first diagonal direction with respect to the seat portion (220). The first and second main operations may be operated sequentially and / or repeatedly.For example, the control unit (1400) may repeat an operation in which the first main operation (or the second main operation) is performed first and then the second main operation (or the first main operation) is performed second. The pelvic mode may include an auxiliary operation that operates the hip air cell (400) at at least one of the following points in time: before, during, and after performing the first and / or second main operations. For example, the auxiliary operation may be performed while performing the first and second main operations. In other words, in the pelvic mode, the hip air cell (400) and the pelvic air cell (300) may expand in conjunction with each other (e.g., expand simultaneously) or expand sequentially.

[0222] For example, the pelvic mode may include a main operation that operates both the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and either one of the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b). In other words, the second mode of the pelvic modes may include a main operation that inflates two pelvic air cells that are arranged diagonally with respect to the position of the user's seat part (220) among the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and either one of the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b). At this time, the main operation may include at least one main operation among a third main operation that operates both the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) except for the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and a fourth main operation that operates both the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) except for the first rear pelvic air cell (302a). The third and fourth main operations may be operated sequentially and / or repeatedly. For example, the control unit (1400) may repeat an operation in which the third main operation (or the fourth main operation) is first operated and then the fourth main operation (or the third main operation) is second operated. The pelvic mode may include an auxiliary operation that operates the hip air cell (400) at at least one of before, during, and after performing the third and / or fourth main operations. For example, auxiliary actions can be performed while performing the third and fourth main actions.

[0223] For example, the pelvic mode may include sub-motions that operate the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) and the hip air cell (400) at least one time point among the first to fourth main motions, before and after performing at least one main motion. The sub-motions may include at least one of a first sub-motion that operates all of the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b), the first and second rear pelvic air cells (302a, 302b), and the hip air cell (400), and a second sub-motion that operates the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) and the hip air cell (400) excluding the first and second rear pelvic air cells (302a, 302b). Each of the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode constituting the pelvic mode may include at least one motion among the first sub-motion and the second sub-motion. During the second sub-movement, the control unit (1400) can move the massage module (100) in a forward direction toward the user to pressurize the user's upper body. Specifically, the massage module (100) can pressurize the user's waist during the second sub-movement. Through this, the hip air cell (400) is inflated, and the position of the user's hip is raised, and the first and second front pelvic airbags (304a, 304b) are inflated to fix the user's pelvis. As the massage module (100) pressurizes the user's waist while the user's pelvis is fixed, the user's pelvis and spine can be maintained in a correct posture. When the first and second front pelvic airbags (304a, 304b) are inflated, the massage module (100) pressurizes the user's waist, and as the first and second front pelvic airbags (304a, 304b) are inflated, the user's pelvis can be rotated in the pitch direction to enter a hip hinge state.Rotating in the pitch direction may mean rotating based on the direction from the first pelvic air cell (300a) to the second pelvic air cell (300b). In other words, rotating about an axis that is perpendicular to the user's forward direction and substantially coincides with the user's left-right direction may be expressed as rotating in the pitch direction. Accordingly, the effect of correcting the pelvis through stimulation of the pelvic area and the waist may be implemented. For example, each of the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode may perform the first sub-movement at least once, and preferably, the operation performed first in each of the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode may be the first sub-movement. For example, each of the second mode and the third mode may perform the second sub-movement at least once, and preferably, the operation performed last in each of the second mode and the third mode may be the second sub-movement.

[0224] In addition, the pelvic mode may include a tension relief operation that cross-actuates the first and second pelvic air cells (300a, 300b). At this time, the tension relief operation may be performed at least at one time point among before and after the main operation of the pelvic mode that operates the air cells that are arranged in a diagonal direction is performed. The tension relief operation may be an operation performed in the tension relief mode. The tension relief operation may include at least one operation among a first tension relief operation that operates the first pelvic air cell (300a) while not operating the second pelvic air cell (300b), and a second tension relief operation that operates the second pelvic air cell (300b) while not operating the first pelvic air cell (300a). The first and second tension relief operations may be performed sequentially and / or repeatedly. For example, the control unit (1400) can repeat an operation in which the first tension relaxation operation (or the second tension relaxation operation) is pre-operated and then the second tension relaxation operation (or the first tension relaxation operation) is post-operated.

[0225] The massage module (100) can be operated at all times while the pelvic mode is in progress. When the pelvic mode is the start mode, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or kneading the user's neck to the waist. When the pelvic mode is the lower body massage mode, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing the user's neck to the waist. When the pelvic mode is the circulation mode, the massage module (100) can be operated by kneading the user's waist and hips. When the pelvic mode is the tension relief mode, the massage module (100) can be operated by kneading the user's waist. When the pelvic mode is the first mode, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or kneading the user's waist while pressing. When the pelvic mode is the second mode, the massage module (100) can be operated by tapping or kneading the user's waist. When the pelvic mode is the third mode, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's lower back while pressing. However, the massage module (100) can be operated in a direction opposite to the direction in which it rotates to knead the user's lower back in the first mode. When the pelvic mode is the recovery mode, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's lower back while pressing from the buttocks to the neck. However, the manner in which the massage module (100) is operated in the pelvic mode can be varied in various ways.

[0226] The control unit (1400) can change the angle of the user's back and legs through the angle adjustment unit (500). The control unit (1400) can control the air cells (300, 400) and the massage module (100) to perform the pelvic mode in the state changed by the angle adjustment unit (500). In other words, the pelvic mode can be performed for each of the various angles set by the angle adjustment unit (500).

[0227] For example, it may take about 10 minutes for the pelvic mode to be performed. After the pelvic mode is performed for one cycle, the control unit (1400) may control the angle adjustment unit (500) to change the angle of the user's back or legs. After the angle of the user's back or legs is changed, the control unit (1400) may control the air cells (300, 400) to perform the pelvic mode again. Preferably, the control unit (1400) may repeatedly perform the pelvic mode while adjusting the angle of the user's back or legs in three stages.

[0228] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user's pelvis can be orthodontized or corrected as the air cells (300, 400) are operated to rotate or move the user's pelvis in a specific direction.

[0229] According to an embodiment of the present invention, pain caused by changes and damage to the sacroiliac joints and pubic symphysis due to childbirth, pain in the lower back and pelvis due to incorrect posture, and various symptoms caused by deformation of the pelvis and other spinal regions can be alleviated through pelvic air cells that can move or rotate the user's pelvis in a specific direction. Specifically, embodiments according to the present invention may relate to a mode for massaging the user's pelvis to alleviate various symptoms or prevent diseases caused by postpartum discomfort, unstable posture, and pelvic imbalance due to incorrect lifestyle. After childbirth, pain can be induced due to changes and damage to the sacroiliac joints and pubic symphysis. In particular, pain can occur in the sacroiliac joint area, and may be accompanied by radiating pain that spreads to the lower back, hip joint, back of the thigh, anterior pubic symphysis, or below the knee. In addition, pain may be caused by muscle tension or weakening due to prolonged sitting and incorrect posture, and various symptoms may be caused by deformation (twisting) of the pelvis and other spinal regions due to tension or weakening of muscles such as the erector spinae, psoas, and piriformis. In general, symptoms can be alleviated through rest, medication, manual therapy, or posture correction using compression bands, but the massage mode according to an embodiment of the present invention can relieve pain in the user's pelvic area and correct the pelvic area.

[0230] FIG. 14 is a drawing showing a massage device performing a first main operation or a second main operation of a pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0231] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, the control unit (1400) can control the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b) to perform the first main operation or the second main operation. For example, the first main operation or the second main operation can be performed in the first mode and the third mode among the pelvic modes. The control unit (1400) can operate either the front pelvic air cell of the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and either the rear pelvic air cell of the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b). The user's pelvis can be rotated to one side or the other through the first main operation or the second main operation. That is, the user's pelvis can be rotated in one direction by operating either one of the front pelvic air cells (304a or 304b) and one of the rear pelvic air cells (302a or 302b) that are positioned diagonally from each other.

[0232] For example, during the first main operation, the control unit (1400) may inflate the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) arranged in a first diagonal direction with respect to the seat unit (220). At this time, the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) may be contracted or in a contracted state. As the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) are inflated, the user's pelvis may be rotated toward one side of the seat unit (220) where the first front pelvic air cell (304a) is arranged.

[0233] For example, during the second main operation, the control unit (1400) can inflate the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) which are arranged in a second diagonal direction based on the seat unit (220). At this time, the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) may be contracted or in a contracted state. As the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) are inflated, the user's pelvis may be rotated toward the other side of the seat unit (220) where the second front pelvic air cell (304b) is arranged.

[0234] For example, when the first main operation and the second main operation are performed in the third mode, the control unit (1400) can operate the hip air cell (400) together. As the hip air cell (400) operates, the user's hip can be aligned to the center of the seat part (220), and as the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b) operate, the user's pelvis can be rotated to one side or the other side of the seat part (220).

[0235] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the control unit (1400) can control the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b) so that the first main operation and the second main operation are sequentially performed. That is, as the two pelvic air cells arranged diagonally expand, the user's pelvis can be rotated in the yaw direction. Rotation in the yaw direction may mean rotation based on the forward direction of the user seated on the seat unit (220) and the direction perpendicular to the left and right directions of the user. In simple terms, rotation about the upper direction in the seat unit (220) can be expressed as rotation in the yaw direction. In addition, as the first main operation in which the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) arranged in the first diagonal direction are inflated and the second main operation in which the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) arranged in the second diagonal direction are inflated are sequentially performed, the user's pelvis can be rotated left and right, and as the operation of twisting the user's pelvis to one side and the other side is performed, the user's deformed pelvis can be corrected. In addition, the control unit (1400) operates the hip air cell (400) together during the first and / or second main operation, so that the user's pelvis can be moved or rotated left and right while the user's body is fixed in place. That is, as the pelvic air cells located in the diagonal direction are inflated while the position of the user's hip is raised, the effect of correcting a spread pelvis by pressing the user's pelvis more strongly and the correction effect due to the more powerful rotation of the user's pelvis can be implemented.

[0236] FIG. 15 is a drawing showing a massage device performing the third main operation or the fourth main operation of the pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0237] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 15, the control unit (1400) can control the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b) to perform the third main operation or the fourth main operation. For example, the third main operation or the fourth main operation can be performed in the second mode among the pelvic modes. The control unit (1400) can operate both the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and either the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) or the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) of the rear pelvic air cell (302a or 302b). The user's pelvis can be rotated to one side or the other through the third main operation or the fourth main operation. That is, by operating one front pelvic air cell (304a or 304b) and one rear pelvic air cell (302a or 302b) that are positioned diagonally from each other, while simultaneously operating the other front pelvic air cell (304a or 304b), the user's pelvis can be rotated in one direction.

[0238] For example, during the third main operation, the control unit (1400) can inflate both the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) except for the second rear pelvic air cell (302b). At this time, the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) may be contracted or in a contracted state. Since only the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) among the first pelvic air cells (300a) and the second pelvic air cells (300b) is not operated, the user's pelvis may be pressed in a direction toward the lower side of the other side of the seat portion (220). In other words, since the user's pelvis is not pressed by the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) but is pressed by the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), the user's pelvis may be pressed in a diagonal direction toward the lower side of the second front pelvic air cell (304b). The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) are inflated to pressurize the upper side of the user's pelvis and thigh. When the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) is inflated and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) is not inflated, the user's pelvis may be pressed in a diagonal direction toward the lower side of the second front pelvic air cell (304b).

[0239] For example, during the fourth main operation, the control unit (1400) can inflate all of the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) except for the first rear pelvic air cell (302a). At this time, the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) may be contracted or in a contracted state. Since only the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) among the first pelvic air cells (300a) and the second pelvic air cells (300b) is not operated, the user's pelvis may be pressed in a direction toward the lower side of one side of the seat part (220). In other words, since the user's pelvis is not pressed by the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) but is pressed by the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), the user's pelvis may be pressed in a diagonal direction toward the lower side of the first front pelvic air cell (304a). The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) are inflated to pressurize the upper side of the user's pelvis and thigh, and when the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) is inflated and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) is not inflated, the user's pelvis can be pressed in a diagonal direction toward the lower side of the first front pelvic air cell (304a).

[0240] For example, when the third main operation and the fourth main operation are performed in the second mode, the control unit (1400) can operate the hip air cell (400) together. As the hip air cell (400) operates, the user's hip can be aligned to the center of the seat part (220), and as the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) or the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) operates alternately, the user's pelvis can be pressed in the direction of the lower side of the first front pelvic air cell (304a) or the lower side of the second front pelvic air cell (304b).

[0241] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the control unit (1400) can control the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b) so that the third main operation and the fourth main operation are sequentially performed. As the user's pelvis is pressed toward the lower side of the first front pelvic air cell (304a) or the lower side of the second front pelvic air cell (304b) with respect to the center of the seat unit (220), the balance of the user's deformed pelvis can be corrected.

[0242] FIG. 16 is a drawing showing a massage device performing a first sub-motion of a pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0243] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 16, the control unit (1400) can control the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b) to perform the first sub-motion. For example, the first sub-motion can be performed in all of the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode among the pelvic modes, but may not be particularly limited. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the hip air cell (400). As the hip air cell (400) operates, the user's hips can be aligned to the center of the seat part (220), and as the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) all operate, the user's pelvis, which is spread apart on both sides, can be strongly pressed. Even in the case of a relatively small person, the user's pelvis can be pressurized with an appropriate pressure by operating the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) while the position of the user's hips is raised through the hip air cell (400). In addition, as the position of the user's hips is raised through the hip air cell (400), and the pelvic air cells (302, 304) are both expanded, the user's pelvis is strongly pressed and the spread pelvis is corrected, so that the user's pelvis can be guided to be positioned at the center of the seat part (220).

[0244] According to an embodiment of the present invention, as the air cells (300a, 300b, 400) press the user's pelvis with even pressure from various directions, the user's pelvis that is spread apart can be corrected and the unbalanced pelvic alignment can be properly corrected.

[0245] FIG. 17 is a drawing showing a massage device performing a second sub-motion of a pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0246] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 17, the control unit (1400) may control the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b) to perform a second sub-motion. For example, the second sub-motion may be performed in the second mode and the third mode among the pelvic modes, but may not be particularly limited. The control unit (1400) may operate the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400). The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) may be contracted or maintained in a contracted state. As the hip air cell (400) is operated, the user's hip may be aligned at the center of the seat portion (220), and as the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) are operated, the user's pelvis may be in a hip hinge state. At this time, the massage module (100) may protrude toward the user's waist in a forward direction based on the user's seating position. As the massage module (100) pushes the user's waist forward and the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) press the upper part of the user's pelvis and thigh, the user may rotate in the pitch direction.

[0247] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user's pelvis can be extended when the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) are operated while the massage module (100) presses the user's waist, and through the process of extending the user's pelvis, correction in the front-back direction of the pelvis can be performed.

[0248] FIG. 18 is a drawing showing a massage device performing a tension relief operation in a pelvic mode according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0249] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 18, the control unit (1400) may control either the first pelvic air cell (300a) or the second pelvic air cell (300b) to perform a tension relief operation. For example, the tension relief operation may be performed in a tension relief mode among pelvic modes, but may not be particularly limited. The control unit (1400) may operate either the first pelvic air cell (300a) or the second pelvic air cell (300b). For example, when the first pelvic air cell (300a) is inflated, the second pelvic air cell (300b) and the hip air cell (400) may contract or maintain a contracted state. The tension relief operation may implement an effect of relieving tension by moving the user's hips and pelvis left and right. For example, when the first pelvic air cell (300a) is inflated, the user's pelvis can move toward the second pelvic air cell (300b), and when the second pelvic air cell (300b) is inflated, the user's pelvis can move toward the first pelvic air cell (300a).

[0250] According to an embodiment of the present invention, before the main operation is performed to correct the user's pelvis, a tension relaxation operation may be performed to relax the muscles around the user's pelvis in advance. Since the main operation for correcting the user's pelvis is performed while the muscles around the user's pelvis are relaxed by the tension relaxation operation, injuries resulting from sudden pelvic correction can be prevented. In addition, by the tension relaxation operation of shaking the user's pelvis from side to side, the user's pelvis, which may be positioned in a state of being tilted to one side with respect to the center of the seat part (220), can be moved toward the center of the seat part (220).

[0251] FIG. 19 is a flowchart for explaining a first mode among pelvic modes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0252] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 19, the first mode may mean a mode in which a first sub-operation, a first main operation, a first sub-operation, and a second main operation are sequentially performed. The first mode may include a main operation in which a first front pelvic air cell (304a) positioned in the front among the first pelvic air cells (300a) and a second rear pelvic air cell (302b) positioned in the rear among the second pelvic air cells (300b) are operated simultaneously, or a first rear pelvic air cell (302a) positioned in the rear among the first pelvic air cells (300a) and a second front pelvic air cell (304b) positioned in the front among the second pelvic air cells (300b) are operated simultaneously.

[0253] The control unit (1400) can perform the first-first step including the first sub-movement. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset first time period to perform the first sub-movement. The first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) can be operated simultaneously. For example, the preset first time period may be about 35 seconds, but may be a value that can be changed by the designer. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's waist. When the preset first time period has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) (S110).

[0254] The control unit (1400) can perform the first-second step including the first main operation. The control unit (1400) can operate the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) for a preset first time period to perform the first main operation. The first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can be operated simultaneously. The second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the hip air cell (400) can maintain a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's waist. When the preset first time period has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) (S120).

[0255] The control unit (1400) can perform steps 1-3 including the first sub-movement. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset first time period to perform the first sub-movement. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's waist. When the preset first time period has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) (S130).

[0256] The control unit (1400) can perform steps 1-4 including the second main operation. The control unit (1400) can operate the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) for a preset first time period to perform the second main operation. The second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) can be operated simultaneously. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) and the hip air cell (400) can maintain a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's waist. When the preset first time period has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) (S140).

[0257] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user's pelvis can be rotated in both directions by sequentially performing the first and second main operations. By applying pressure to the pelvis while rotating the user's pelvis in both directions, any imbalance or misalignment in the user's pelvis can be corrected.

[0258] FIG. 20 is a flowchart for explaining a second mode among pelvic modes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0259] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 20, the second mode may mean a mode in which the first sub-motion, the third main motion, the fourth main motion, the first sub-motion, and the second sub-motion are sequentially performed. The second mode may include a main motion in which either the first front pelvic air cell (304a) positioned in the front among the first pelvic air cells (300a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) positioned in the front among the second pelvic air cells (300b) are operated, and either the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) or the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) positioned in the rear among the first pelvic air cells (300a) and the second pelvic air cells (300b) are operated.

[0260] The control unit (1400) can perform the 2-1 step including the first sub-movement. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset first time period to perform the first sub-movement. The first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) can be operated simultaneously. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or tapping the user's waist. When the preset first time period has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) (S210).

[0261] The control unit (1400) can perform the 2-2 step including the third main operation. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) except the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) for a first preset time to perform the third main operation. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) can be operated simultaneously. In addition, the control unit (1400) can perform an auxiliary operation of operating the hip air cell (400) while the third main operation is performed. The second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can be maintained in a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or tapping the user's waist. When the preset first time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the hip air cell (400) (S220).

[0262] The control unit (1400) can perform the 2-3 step including the 4th main operation. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) except the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) for a preset first time to perform the 4th main operation. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can be operated simultaneously. In addition, the control unit (1400) can perform an auxiliary operation of operating the hip air cell (400) while the 4th main operation is performed. The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) can be maintained in a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or tapping the user's waist. When the preset first time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the hip air cell (400) (S230).

[0263] The control unit (1400) can perform steps 2-4 including the first sub-movement. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset first time period to perform the first sub-movement. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or tapping the user's waist. When the preset first time period has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) (S240).

[0264] The control unit (1400) can perform the 2-5 step including the second sub-movement. The control unit (1400) can operate the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset first time to perform the second sub-movement. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400) can be operated simultaneously. The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can maintain a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or tapping the user's waist. When the preset first time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400) (S250).

[0265] According to an embodiment of the present invention, as the third main operation and the fourth main operation are sequentially performed, the user's pelvis can be pressurized in one direction. As each of the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) pressurizes the user's pelvis in a diagonal direction, the left-right distortion of the user's pelvis can be corrected.

[0266] FIG. 21 is a flowchart for explaining the third mode among the pelvic modes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0267] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 21, the third mode may refer to a mode in which a first sub-operation, a first main operation, a second main operation, a first sub-operation, and a second sub-operation are sequentially performed. The third mode may include a main operation in which a first front pelvic air cell (304a) positioned in the front among the first pelvic air cells (300a) and a second rear pelvic air cell (302b) positioned in the rear among the second pelvic air cells (300b) are operated simultaneously, or a first rear pelvic air cell (302a) positioned in the rear among the first pelvic air cells (300a) and a second front pelvic air cell (304b) positioned in the front among the second pelvic air cells (300b) are operated simultaneously.

[0268] The control unit (1400) can perform the 3-1 step including the first sub-motion. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset first time to perform the first sub-motion. The first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) can be operated simultaneously. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's waist. However, the massage module (100) can knead the user's waist while rotating in a reverse direction opposite to the direction in which it is operated in the first mode. When the preset first time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) (S310).

[0269] The control unit (1400) can perform the 3-2 step including the first main operation. The control unit (1400) can operate the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) for a first preset time to perform the first main operation. The first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can be operated simultaneously. In addition, the control unit (1400) can perform an auxiliary operation of operating the hip air cell (400) while the first main operation is performed. The second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) can be maintained in a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing the user's waist or kneading the user's waist in a reverse direction. When the preset first time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the hip air cell (400) (S320).

[0270] The control unit (1400) can perform the 3-3 step including the second main operation. The control unit (1400) can operate the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) for a first preset time to perform the second main operation. In addition, the control unit (1400) can perform an auxiliary operation of operating the hip air cell (400) while the first main operation is performed. The second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the hip air cell (400) can be operated simultaneously. The first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can maintain a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing the user's waist or kneading the user's waist in a reverse direction. When the preset first time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the hip air cell (400) (S330).

[0271] The control unit (1400) can perform steps 3-4 including the first sub-movement. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset first time period to perform the first sub-movement. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing the user's waist or kneading the user's waist in a reverse direction. When the preset first time period has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) (S340).

[0272] The control unit (1400) can perform steps 3-5 including the second sub-movement. The control unit (1400) can operate the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset first time to perform the second sub-movement. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400) can be operated simultaneously. The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can maintain a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing the user's waist or kneading the user's waist in a reverse direction. When the preset first time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400) (S350).

[0273] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user's pelvis can be rotated in both directions as the first main operation and the second main operation are sequentially performed. By applying pressure to the pelvis while rotating the user's pelvis in both directions, imbalance and distortion of the user's pelvis can be corrected. In addition, while the first main operation and the second main operation are performed, the hip air cell (400) operates together, thereby aligning the user's hip to the center of the seat portion (220) and rotating the user's pelvis left and right, thereby maintaining the balance of the user's pelvis.

[0274] Figure 22 is a flowchart for explaining a tension relaxation mode among pelvic modes according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0275] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 22, the tension relaxation mode may mean a mode in which the first sub-action, the first tension relaxation action, the first sub-action, and the second tension relaxation action are sequentially performed.

[0276] The control unit (1400) may perform step 4-1 including the first sub-movement. The control unit (1400) may operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset second time period to perform the first sub-movement. For example, the preset second time period may be about 5 seconds, but may not be particularly limited. However, the preset second time period may be a shorter time period than the preset first time period. The first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) may be operated simultaneously. At this time, the massage module (100) may be operated in a manner of kneading the user's lower back. When the preset second time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) (S410).

[0277] The control unit (1400) may perform step 4-2 including the first tension relaxation operation. The control unit (1400) may operate the first pelvic air cell (300a) for a preset third time period to perform the first tension relaxation operation. For example, the preset third time period may be about 10 seconds, but may not be particularly limited. However, the preset third time period may be shorter than the preset first time period and longer than the preset second time period. At this time, the second pelvic air cell (300b) may be contracted or maintained in a contracted state. The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the first front pelvic air cell (304a) may be operated simultaneously. When the preset third time period has elapsed, the control unit (1400) may exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a) (S420).

[0278] The control unit (1400) can perform step 4-3 including the first sub-movement. The control unit (1400) can operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for a preset second period of time to perform the first sub-movement. The first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) can be operated simultaneously. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of kneading the user's waist. When the preset second period of time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) (S430).

[0279] The control unit (1400) may perform step 4-4 including the second tension relaxation operation. The control unit (1400) may operate the second pelvic air cell (300b) for a preset third period of time to perform the second tension relaxation operation. At this time, the first pelvic air cell (300a) may be contracted or maintained in a contracted state. The second posterior pelvic air cell (302b) and the second anterior pelvic air cell (304b) may be operated simultaneously. When the preset third period of time has elapsed, the control unit (1400) may exhaust the air injected into the second pelvic air cell (300b) (S440).

[0280] According to an embodiment of the present invention, as the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b) operate in an alternating manner, the user's pelvis can be moved toward one side and the other side. By sequentially pressing the left or right side of the user's pelvis, the user's pelvis can be shaken in the left and right directions, thereby relieving tension in the user's pelvis. In addition, since the purpose of the tension relief mode is to shake the user's pelvis in the left and right directions rather than to apply pressure to massage the user's pelvis, the duration of the tension relief motion may be shorter than that of the motions included in other modes.

[0281] Figure 23 is a flowchart illustrating the control sequence of the pelvic mode of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention. For simplicity of explanation, redundant descriptions are omitted.

[0282] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 23, when the pelvic mode is initiated by the control unit (1400), the start mode may be performed first. The start mode may refer to a mode in which a light massage is performed on the user's upper body before intensive correction of the pelvis is performed. Depending on the start mode, a process in which all air cells (300a, 300b, 400) are simultaneously inflated and deflated may be repeated. The massage module (100) may pressurize or knead the user's upper body, including the user's neck to the waist. In the start mode, a light massage of the entire erector spinae muscles, which balance the waist and pelvis, which are the centers of the user's body, may be performed. Therefore, in the start mode, the control unit (1400) may simultaneously inflate and deflate all air cells (300a, 300b, 400) so that the user's pelvis is massaged. The massage device (100) provides the user with a start mode that performs a light massage around the erector spinae muscles that balance the waist and pelvis, which are the center of the body, so that indirect spinal line correction and upper body relaxation effects due to a deformed pelvic structure can be implemented (S1000).

[0283] After the start mode, the lower body massage mode may be performed. The lower body massage mode may refer to a mode in which a light massage is performed on the user's pelvis, waist, and lower body before intensive correction of the pelvis is performed. The control unit (1400) may sequentially operate the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b) and the hip air cells (400). For example, the control unit (1400) may operate the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b) without operating the hip air cells (400), and may operate the hip air cells (400) without operating the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b). The massage module (100) may pressurize the user's upper body, including the user's neck to waist. In the lower body massage mode, a light massage of the user's pelvis and thigh areas may be performed as the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b) and the hip air cells (400) are sequentially operated. Through this, the massage device (1000) provides the user with a massage centered on the user's lower body (e.g., waist, hips, pelvis, etc.), which is the correction target, through sequential air cell stimulation of the massage module (100) and pelvic and hip air cells (300, 400) after muscle relaxation centered on the user's upper body (e.g., erector spinae muscles), thereby realizing the effect of relaxing the lower body, which is the correction target, and the muscles surrounding the lower body (S2000).

[0284] After the lower body massage mode, the circulation mode may be performed. The circulation mode may refer to a mode for promoting blood circulation around the pelvis by kneading the user's buttocks and waist before intensive correction of the pelvis is performed. The control unit (1400) may control the massage module (100) to sequentially operate the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b) and the buttock air cells (400) to massage the user's buttocks and waist. The massage module (100) may be operated by kneading the user's waist and buttocks. For example, the circulation mode may be performed for about 20 seconds. Through this, the massage device (1000) may implement a relaxation effect around a tense pelvis and a blood circulation promotion effect through light local stimulation for pelvic correction (S3000).

[0285] After the circulation mode, the relaxation mode, the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode can proceed sequentially.

[0286] In the tension relief mode, the control unit (1400) can move the user's pelvis in the left-right direction by alternately operating the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b). The tension relief mode may refer to a mode for relaxing the muscles around the user's pelvis before intensive correction of the pelvis is performed. In the tension relief mode, the user's pelvis can be shaken in the left-right direction by the pressure applied to the user's pelvis, thereby relieving the tension applied to the user's pelvis.

[0287] The control unit (1400) can sequentially perform the first sub-action, the first tension relaxation operation, the first sub-action, and the second tension relaxation operation. The control unit (1400) can repeatedly perform the tension relaxation mode consisting of the first sub-action, the first tension relaxation operation, the first sub-action, and the second tension relaxation operation multiple times.

[0288] The control unit (1400) may perform a first sub-motion to correct the user's posture before performing the first tension relaxation motion. For example, the control unit (1400) may operate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) for about 5 seconds to perform the first sub-motion. The first sub-motion may be performed to correct the user's distorted posture before intensive correction of the pelvis is performed. The first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400) may be operated simultaneously. At this time, the massage module (100) may be operated in a manner of kneading the user's lower back. When the first sub-motion is completed, the control unit (1400) may exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400).

[0289] Through the first sub-motion, the massage device (1000) can inflate all of the first pelvic air cell (300a), the second pelvic air cell (300b), and the hip air cell (400), thereby aligning the position of the user's lower body through the hip air cell to the center of the seat, which is a suitable position (or correct position) for correcting the user's pelvis, by performing a pelvic correction massage through the pelvic air cell. For example, in the first sub-motion, as the hip air cell (400) operates together with the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b), the position of the user's upper body is raised. Therefore, in the case of a person with a small build, the phenomenon in which the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b) do not provide stimulation to the correct position, such as the user's side, can be prevented. In conclusion, the first sub-motion can align the user's position to the correct position and, by strongly pressing the pelvis from both sides, can correct a spread pelvis and a distorted posture.

[0290] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's posture to a correct posture through the first sub-motion, and then perform the first tension relief motion to quickly and accurately relieve tension in the user's pelvis. For example, the control unit (1400) can operate the first pelvic air cell (300a) for about 10 seconds to perform the first tension relief motion. At this time, the second pelvic air cell (300b) can contract or maintain a contracted state. The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the first front pelvic air cell (304a) can operate simultaneously to pressurize the user's right pelvis, and thus, the user's pelvis can move in a direction toward the second pelvic air cell (300b). When the first tension relief motion is completed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first pelvic air cell (300a).

[0291] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's posture, which was disturbed by the first tension relaxation operation, to a proper posture by performing the first sub-operation after performing the first tension relaxation operation. Since the first sub-operation is as described above, a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

[0292] The control unit (1400) can quickly and accurately relieve tension in the user's pelvis by correcting the user's posture through the first sub-motion and then performing the second tension relief motion. For example, the control unit (1400) can operate the second pelvic air cell (300b) for about 10 seconds to perform the second tension relief motion. At this time, the first pelvic air cell (300a) can contract or maintain a contracted state. The second rear pelvic air cell (302b) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) can operate simultaneously to pressurize the user's left pelvis, thereby causing the user's pelvis to move in a direction toward the first pelvic air cell (300a). When the second tension relief motion is completed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the second pelvic air cell (300b).

[0293] The massage device (1000) can lightly massage the muscles around the user's pelvis by controlling the control unit (1400) to alternately operate the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b). As the user's pelvis moves left and right through the expansion and contraction of the first pelvic air cell (300a) and the second pelvic air cell (300b), a light massage can be performed on the user's pelvis and the muscles around the user's pelvis can be relaxed.

[0294] In the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode, the control unit (1400) can operate two air cells that are arranged diagonally from each other based on the position of the seat unit (220) among the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the second front pelvic air cell (304b).

[0295] In the first mode, the control unit (1400) can sequentially perform the first sub-operation, the first main operation, the first sub-operation, and the second main operation.

[0296] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's posture, which has been disturbed by the tension relief mode, to a correct posture by re-performing the first sub-motion. Since the first sub-motion is as described above, a detailed description thereof will be omitted. However, the first sub-motion in the first mode may be partially different from the first sub-motion in the tension relief mode. For example, the air cell expansion time for the first sub-motion in the first mode may be about 35 seconds, which is longer than the air cell expansion time for the first sub-motion in the tension relief mode, which is about 5 seconds. The operation of the massage module (100) for the first sub-motion in the first mode may be a pressure and / or kneading motion, which may be different from the kneading motion, which is the operation of the massage module (100) for the first sub-motion in the tension relief mode.

[0297] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's pelvis quickly and accurately by performing the first sub-motion to correct the user's posture, and then performing the first main motion. To perform the first main motion, the control unit (1400) can operate the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) for about 35 seconds. The first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can be operated simultaneously. The second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the hip air cell (400) can maintain a contracted state. As the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), which are arranged diagonally, expand, the user's pelvis can rotate in the yaw direction. Specifically, as the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) are inflated, the user's pelvis rotates left and right, so that the deformed pelvis can be balanced, and the effect of correcting the front-back distortion of the pelvis by twisting the front and back of the pelvis in different directions can be implemented. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's waist. When the first main operation is completed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b).

[0298] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's posture, which was disturbed by the first main operation, to a proper posture by performing the first sub-operation after performing the first main operation. Since the first sub-operation is identical to the first sub-operation in the first mode described above, a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

[0299] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's pelvis quickly and accurately by performing the first sub-motion to correct the user's posture, and then performing the second main motion. To perform the second main motion, the control unit (1400) can operate the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) for about 35 seconds. The second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) can be operated simultaneously. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the hip air cell (400) can maintain a contracted state. As the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), which are arranged diagonally, expand, the user's pelvis can rotate in the yaw direction. Specifically, as the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) are inflated, the user's pelvis rotates left and right, so that the deformed pelvis can be balanced, and the effect of correcting the front-back distortion of the pelvis by twisting the front and back of the pelvis in different directions can be implemented. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated in a manner of pressing or kneading the user's waist. When the first main operation is completed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a).

[0300] In the second mode, the control unit (1400) can sequentially perform the first sub-operation, the third main operation, the fourth main operation, the first sub-operation, and the second sub-operation.

[0301] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's posture, which was disturbed by the second main operation, to a correct posture by re-performing the first sub-operation after performing the second main operation. Since the first sub-operation in the second mode is as described above, a detailed description thereof will be omitted. However, the first sub-operation in the second mode may be partially different from the first sub-operation in the first mode. For example, the operation of the massage module (100) for the first sub-operation in the second mode may be an acupressure and / or tapping operation, which may be different from the operation of the massage module (100) for the first sub-operation in the first mode, which is an acupressure and / or kneading operation.

[0302] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's pelvis quickly and accurately by performing the first sub-motion to correct the user's posture, and then performing the third main motion. In order to perform the third main motion, the control unit (1400) can operate the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the hip air cell (400), excluding the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), for about 35 seconds. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) can be operated simultaneously. The second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can be maintained in a contracted state. As the hip air cell (400) is inflated, the position of the user's hip can be raised, and as the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) are inflated, the pelvis and thigh can be fixed, and as the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) positioned on the user's right side is inflated, a massage that intensively relaxes the muscles around the user's right pelvis can be performed. Since the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) among the first and second rear pelvic air cells (302a, 302b) is not inflated, the user's pelvis is pressed in a diagonal direction from the inflated first rear pelvic air cell (302a) toward the lower part of the second front pelvic air cell (304b), so that the effect of correcting the distortion of the pelvis can be implemented. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or tapping the user's waist. When the third main operation is completed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), and the hip air cell (400).

[0303] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's pelvis by performing the fourth main operation immediately after performing the third main operation. In order to perform the fourth main operation, the control unit (1400) can operate the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the hip air cell (400), excluding the first rear pelvic air cell (302a), for about 35 seconds. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can be operated simultaneously. The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) can be maintained in a contracted state. As the hip air cell (400) is inflated, the position of the user's hip can be raised, and as the first and second front pelvic air cells (304a, 304b) are inflated, the pelvis and thigh can be fixed, and as the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) positioned on the left side of the user is inflated, a massage that intensively relaxes the muscles around the user's left pelvis can be performed. Since the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) among the first and second rear pelvic air cells (302a, 302b) is not inflated, the user's pelvis is pressed in a diagonal direction toward the lower part of the first front pelvic air cell (304a) by the inflated second rear pelvic air cell (302b), so that the effect of correcting the distortion of the pelvis can be implemented. At this time, the massage module (100) can be operated by pressing or tapping the user's waist. When the fourth main operation is completed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), the second rear pelvic air cell (302b), and the hip air cell (400).

[0304] After performing the fourth main operation, the control unit (1400) can re-perform the first sub-operation to correct the user's posture, which was disturbed by the fourth main operation. Since the first sub-operation is identical to the first sub-operation in the second mode described above, a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

[0305] The control unit (1400) can perform a first sub-motion to correct the user's posture to a correct posture and then perform a second sub-motion to correct the user's pelvis in the front-back direction. To perform the second sub-motion, the control unit (1400) can operate the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400) for about 35 seconds. The first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400) can be operated simultaneously. The first rear pelvic air cell (302a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) can maintain a contracted state. At this time, the massage module (100) can be moved forward toward the user's back, and can be operated by pressing or tapping the user's waist in the moved state. As the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) are inflated, the user's pelvis can be fixed in the correct position, and as the hip air cell (400) is inflated, the position of the user's hip can be raised, and at this time, the massage module (100) pushes the user's waist in the forward direction so that the user's spine can be straightened. In conclusion, as the massage module (100) pushes the user's waist, the hip air cell (400) is inflated, and the user's pelvis rotates in the pitch direction, a hip hinge that pressurizes the pelvis can be created, and as the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) are inflated, the user's pelvis can be corrected in the front-back direction through the pressure applied to the pelvic area and the waist. When the second sub-movement is completed, the control unit (1400) can exhaust the air injected into the first front pelvic air cell (304a), the second front pelvic air cell (304b), and the hip air cell (400).

[0306] In the third mode, the control unit (1400) can sequentially perform the first sub-operation, the first main operation, the second main operation, the first sub-operation, and the second sub-operation.

[0307] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's posture, which was disturbed by the second sub-motion, to a correct posture by re-performing the first sub-motion after performing the second sub-motion. Since the first sub-motion in the third mode is as described above, a detailed description thereof will be omitted. However, the first sub-motion in the third mode may be partially different from the first sub-motion in the second mode. For example, the operation of the massage module (100) for the first sub-motion in the third mode may be a pressure and / or reverse kneading motion, which may be different from the pressure and / or tapping motion of the massage module (100) for the first sub-motion in the second mode. The massage module (100) may knead or press the user's waist while rotating in a reverse direction opposite to the direction in which it operates in the first mode.

[0308] The control unit (1400) can correct the distortion of the user's pelvis by performing the first sub-motion and then the first main motion. The control unit (1400) can operate the first front pelvic air cell (304a) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b) for about 35 seconds to perform the first main motion. Additionally, the control unit (1400) can operate the hip air cell (400). That is, the control unit (1400) can additionally operate the hip air cell (400) while performing the same motion as the first main motion in the first mode. Since the first main motion in the third mode is substantially the same as the first main motion in the first mode except that the hip air cell (400) is additionally operated, a detailed description thereof will be omitted. However, the first main motion in the third mode may be partially different from the first main motion in the first mode. For example, the operation of the massage module (100) for the first main operation in the third mode may be different from the operation of the massage module (100) for the first main operation in the first mode, which is a pressure and / or kneading operation, by a pressure and / or kneading operation. That is, the massage module (100) may knead or press the user's waist while rotating in a reverse direction opposite to the direction in which it operates in the first mode.

[0309] The control unit (1400) can correct the user's pelvis by performing the second main operation immediately after performing the first main operation. The control unit (1400) can operate the second front pelvic air cell (304b) and the first rear pelvic air cell (302a) for about 35 seconds to perform the second main operation. Additionally, the control unit (1400) can operate the hip air cell (400). That is, the control unit (1400) can additionally operate the hip air cell (400) while performing the same operation as the second main operation in the first mode. Since the second main operation in the third mode is substantially the same as the second main operation in the first mode except that the hip air cell (400) is additionally operated, a detailed description thereof will be omitted. However, the second main operation in the third mode may be partially different from the second main operation in the first mode. For example, the operation of the massage module (100) for the second main operation in the third mode may be different from the operation of the massage module (100) for the second main operation in the first mode, which is acupressure and / or kneading motion, by acupressure and / or kneading motion in the reverse direction.

[0310] After performing the second main operation, the control unit (1400) can re-perform the first sub-operation to correct the user's posture, which was disturbed by the second main operation. Since the first sub-operation is identical to the first sub-operation in the third mode described above, a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

[0311] The control unit (1400) can perform a first sub-motion to correct the user's posture to a correct posture and then perform a second sub-motion to correct the user's pelvis in the front-back direction. The second sub-motion in the third mode may be substantially the same as the second sub-motion in the second mode, so a detailed description thereof will be omitted. However, the second sub-motion in the third mode may be partially different from the second sub-motion in the second mode. For example, the operation of the massage module (100) for the second sub-motion in the third mode may be a pressure and / or reverse kneading motion, which may be different from the pressure and / or tapping motion of the massage module (100) for the second sub-motion in the second mode.

[0312] The first mode, the second mode, and the third mode are modes for orthodontic or correcting the user's pelvis, and the designer can vary the combination of operations performed in the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode. However, each of the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode may include a main operation of operating one of the first front pelvic air cell (304a, 304b) and the second front pelvic air cell (304b) that are arranged diagonally from each other, and one of the first rear pelvic air cell (302a, 302b) and the second rear pelvic air cell (302b). In addition, each of the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode may include a first sub-operation, and at least one of the first mode, the second mode, and the third mode may include a second sub-operation. That is, the control unit (1400) can control the pelvic air cell (300a, 300b) and the hip air cell (400) according to a mode in which the main motion, the first sub-motion, and the second sub-motion are combined to correct the user's pelvis (S4000).

[0313] After the third mode, the circulation mode can be performed again. The control unit (1400) can control the massage module (100) to sequentially operate the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b) and the hip air cells (400) to massage the user's hips and waist. The massage module (100) can be operated in a manner that kneads the user's waist and hips. Through this, the massage device (1000) can implement a relaxation effect around a tense pelvis and a blood circulation promotion effect through light local stimulation for pelvic correction (S5000).

[0314] A recovery mode may be performed after the circulation mode. The recovery mode may be a mode that lightly massages the user's entire body to relieve tension in the user's muscles that have contracted due to the pressure applied for the user's pelvic correction. The control unit (1400) may control the massage module (100) to perform a kneading process from the user's hips to the waist while adjusting the intensity from weak to strong. Through the massage by the massage module (100), the muscles around the waist that have been tense due to the pelvic correction process may be relaxed. The control unit (1400) may control the massage module (100) to perform a process of applying pressure from the user's waist to the neck while adjusting the intensity from strong to weak. The massage module (100) may perform an acupressure massage while moving along the erector spinae muscles, and air cells capable of applying pressure to the shoulders and arms may be operated simultaneously to perform a massage of the user's entire upper body. During, before, or after a massage of the user's upper body, a foot massage and a massage of the lower body may be performed to relieve tension. The leg massage unit that performs the massage of the lower body may include a first leg massage unit for massaging the left leg and a second leg massage unit for massaging the right leg. The first leg massage unit may include a first calf air cell for massaging the calf of the left leg and a first foot air cell for massaging the foot (instep, heel) of the left leg. The second leg massage unit may include a second calf air cell for massaging the calf of the right leg and a second foot air cell for massaging the foot (instep, heel) of the right leg. The control unit (1400) may simultaneously operate or contract the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b) and the hip air cells (400). As another example, the control unit (1400) can sequentially operate the air cell positioned on the left and the air cell positioned on the right among the pelvic air cells (300a, 300b) and the hip air cell (400) based on the user's position.The massage device (1000) can perform a massage to relax muscles that are in a tense state due to pelvic correction, a massage using air cells to prevent restoration of the pelvic position, and a foot massage to relieve tension during the correction process (S6000).

[0315] While the technical concepts of the present invention have been described above, along with the accompanying drawings, this merely exemplifies preferred embodiments of the invention and does not limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, it is readily apparent that anyone skilled in the art will be able to make various modifications and imitations without departing from the scope of the technical concepts of the present invention.

[0316] Furthermore, the massage device configuration and functions of this specification can be extended and applied to various (wearable) healthcare devices that can provide healthcare functions (e.g., massage / massage functions, bio-signal measurement functions, etc.). Accordingly, it goes without saying that the "massage device" of this specification can be replaced with the term "(wearable) healthcare device."

Claims

1. In the massage device, A seat portion on which a user can sit; A pelvic air cell positioned on both sides of the above sheet portion and including a plurality of air cells; and A control unit for controlling the above massage device is included; The above control unit operates the air cells among the plurality of air cells, which are arranged diagonally relative to the sheet portion, to perform a pelvic mode for pressurizing the user's pelvis. Massage device.

2. In paragraph 1, The above pelvic air cell is, A first pelvic air cell including a first front pelvic air cell arranged on one side of the front of the seat portion and a first rear pelvic air cell arranged on one side of the rear of the seat portion; and A second pelvic air cell including a second front pelvic air cell arranged on the other front side of the seat portion and a second rear pelvic air cell arranged on the other rear side of the seat portion; The above pelvic mode includes a main operation for operating one of the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and one of the first and second posterior pelvic air cells, The above one front pelvic air cell and the above one rear pelvic air cell are arranged diagonally from each other based on the seat portion. Massage device.

3. In paragraph 2, The above main actions are, A first main operation for operating the first front pelvic air cell and the second rear pelvic air cell arranged in a first diagonal direction based on the above sheet portion; and A second main operation for operating the second front pelvic air cell and the first rear pelvic air cell, which are arranged in a second diagonal direction opposite to the first diagonal direction based on the sheet portion; containing at least one main action, Massage device.

4. In paragraph 1, The above pelvic air cell is, A first pelvic air cell including a first front pelvic air cell arranged on one side of the front of the seat portion and a first rear pelvic air cell arranged on one side of the rear of the seat portion; and A second pelvic air cell including a second front pelvic air cell arranged on the other front side of the seat portion and a second rear pelvic air cell arranged on the other rear side of the seat portion; The pelvic mode includes a main operation that operates both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and one of the first and second posterior pelvic air cells. Massage device.

5. In paragraph 4, The above main actions are, A third main operation for operating both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and the first posterior pelvic air cell, excluding the second posterior pelvic air cell; and A fourth main operation that operates both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and the second posterior pelvic air cell, excluding the first posterior pelvic air cell; containing at least one main action, Massage device.

6. In either of paragraphs 2 and 4, It further includes a hip air cell arranged on the seating surface of the above seat portion; The above pelvic mode includes an auxiliary motion that operates the hip air cell at least at one time during, before, and after performing the main motion. Massage device.

7. In paragraph 6, The above main actions are, A first main operation for operating the first front pelvic air cell and the second rear pelvic air cell arranged in a first diagonal direction based on the above sheet portion; and A second main operation for operating the second front pelvic air cell and the first rear pelvic air cell, which are arranged in a second diagonal direction opposite to the first diagonal direction based on the sheet portion; Contains at least one main action, The above auxiliary operation is performed while performing at least one main operation. Massage device.

8. In paragraph 6, The above main actions are, A third main operation for operating both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and the first posterior pelvic air cell, excluding the second posterior pelvic air cell; and A fourth main operation that operates both the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and the second posterior pelvic air cell, excluding the first posterior pelvic air cell; Contains at least one main action, The above auxiliary operation is performed while performing at least one main operation. Massage device.

9. In either of paragraphs 2 and 4, It further includes a hip air cell arranged on the seating surface of the above seat portion; The pelvic mode includes a sub-motion that operates the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and the hip air cells at least one time point before and after performing the main motion. Massage device.

10. In paragraph 9, The above sub-actions are: A first sub-action that operates all of the first and second anterior pelvic air cells, the first and second posterior pelvic air cells, and the hip air cells; and A second sub-motion that operates the first and second anterior pelvic air cells and the buttock air cell, excluding the first and second posterior pelvic air cells; comprising at least one action, Massage device.

11. In Article 10, Further comprising a massage module that moves along the frame of the massage device and massages the user's body; While performing the second sub-movement, the control unit moves the massage module in a forward direction of the massage module to apply pressure to the user's upper body. Massage device.

12. In paragraph 1, The above pelvic air cell is, A first pelvic air cell including a first front pelvic air cell arranged on one side of the front of the seat portion and a first rear pelvic air cell arranged on one side of the rear of the seat portion; and A second pelvic air cell including a second front pelvic air cell arranged on the other front side of the seat portion and a second rear pelvic air cell arranged on the other rear side of the seat portion; The above pelvic mode includes a tension-relieving action that cross-acts the first and second pelvic air cells, The above tension relaxation action is performed at least at one point in time among before and after the main action of the pelvic mode that operates the air cells arranged diagonally from each other is performed. Massage device.

13. In the massage device, A seat portion on which a user can sit; First pelvic air cells provided in multiple numbers on one side of the sheet portion to massage the user's pelvis; Second pelvic air cells provided in multiple numbers on the other side opposite to the one side based on the above sheet portion; and A control unit for operating at least one of the first pelvic air cells and the second pelvic air cells according to a plurality of modes, Each of the above modes includes a main operation in which the first pelvic air cells and the second pelvic air cells, which are arranged on both sides based on the sheet portion, operate asymmetrically. Massage device.

14. In paragraph 13, The above modes include a first mode, a second mode and a third mode which operate sequentially, The first mode and the third mode include the main operation in which the first front pelvic air cell positioned in front among the first pelvic air cells and the second rear pelvic air cell positioned in the rear among the second pelvic air cells are operated simultaneously, or the first rear pelvic air cell positioned in the rear among the first pelvic air cells and the second front pelvic air cell positioned in the front among the second pelvic air cells are operated simultaneously. The main operation of any one of the first mode and the third mode includes operating a hip air cell arranged on the seating surface of the seat portion. Massage device.

15. In paragraph 13, The above modes include a first mode, a second mode and a third mode which operate sequentially, The second mode includes the main operation in which one of the first front pelvic air cell positioned in front among the first pelvic air cells and the second front pelvic air cell positioned in front among the second pelvic air cells is operated while the first rear pelvic air cell and the second rear pelvic air cell positioned in the rear among the first pelvic air cells and the second pelvic air cells are operated. Massage device.

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