Tongue muscle rehabilitation training device

Abstract

The present invention discloses a tongue muscle rehabilitation training device, comprising: a handheld portion, a tongue muscle training portion, the handheld portion is provided with a pressure relief check hole, the tongue muscle training portion is provided with a tongue suction pull cup and an elastic hemisphere, the bottom of the tongue suction pull cup is connected to the pressure relief check hole, the handheld portion comprises a bottom end and an open end, the handheld portion is an elliptical shell structure with an annular positioning groove recessed on the outer side of the open end, the pressure relief check hole is provided at the center of the bottom end of the handheld portion, and the open end of the handheld portion is provided with a rubber sleeve. The present invention can comprehensively train the sensitivity and touch of the tongue muscles and the tip of the tongue, and can enhance the strength and flexibility of the tongue muscles through training with the tongue suction pull cup, thereby improving the relative degree of tongue muscle rehabilitation training for patients. The present invention has a simple structure, is easy to use, and can be reused after high-temperature sterilization, which greatly reduces the cost of use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of medical auxiliary rehabilitation training equipment, in particular to a tongue muscle rehabilitation training device. Background Art

[0002] Tongue muscle dysfunction is common and can lead to protruding teeth, open bite, and underbite. Regarding tongue muscle dysfunction, during infancy, the tongue, which develops relatively early, fills the entire mouth, resting against the hard palate and upper and lower lips. Infants rely on the coordination of the tongue, lips, and mandible to swallow. When feeding, the tongue lies between the upper and lower alveolar ridges and maintains contact with the lip muscles during swallowing. This is typical infantile swallowing and a physiological phenomenon unique to infancy. Swallowing disorders are a common complication in elderly stroke patients. Because patients experience varying degrees of swallowing disorders in the early stages of stroke and have difficulty eating, if they do not receive timely and effective rehabilitation care, they can suffer from aspiration due to dysphagia, leading to aspiration pneumonia. In severe cases, suffocation can be life-threatening.

[0003] Traditional tongue muscle rehabilitation training devices have complex structures and are inconvenient to use. They require one-on-one guidance from medical staff (rehabilitation physicians and nurses), have high professional skills requirements, cannot automatically complete training movements, and still require one-on-one rehabilitation operations from medical staff.

[0004] The existing tongue muscle rehabilitation training device includes: a base, a tongue muscle fixing device for connecting to the tongue tip, and a motion device for driving the tongue muscle fixing device to move in the horizontal direction, the motion device includes a linear reciprocating motion device for driving the tongue muscle fixing device to perform linear displacement and a swinging device for driving the tongue muscle fixing device to swing, and a control device respectively connected to the motion device and the tongue muscle fixing device. The device has a complex structure, which is inconvenient, has a poor rehabilitation training effect, is difficult to clean, and has high production and use costs.

[0005] Therefore, it is urgent to need engineers and technicians in this field to develop a tongue muscle rehabilitation training device with simple structure, easy use, low cost and good rehabilitation training effect. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a therapeutic training device that can train the flexibility of tongue muscles, comprehensively train tongue muscles, and the sensitivity and touch of the tongue tip. By setting a bite positioning, the patient can move the tongue tip in the elastic ball area and suck the tongue sleeve when biting the position, thereby enhancing the strength and flexibility of the tongue muscles and improving the relative degree of tongue muscle rehabilitation training of the patient.

[0007] In order to solve the above technical problems, the technical solution of the present invention is:

[0008] A tongue muscle rehabilitation training device comprises: a handheld portion and a tongue muscle training portion, wherein the handheld portion is provided with a pressure relief check hole, and the tongue muscle training portion is provided with a tongue suction tension cup and an elastic hemisphere, wherein the bottom of the tongue suction tension cup is connected to the pressure relief check hole.

[0009] When the tongue goes deep into the tongue suction and pulling cup, the user can press the pressure relief check hole with his fingers and pull the hand-held part to pull it in the opposite direction of the tongue, which helps to stretch the tongue muscles.

[0010] The elastic hemisphere can allow the tip of the tongue to apply pressure when in contact and can return to its original position, which is helpful for multi-angle training of the tip of the tongue.

[0011] In the above structure, the hand-held part includes a bottom end and an open end. The hand-held part is an elliptical shell structure with an annular positioning groove recessed on the outer side of the open end. The pressure relief check hole is arranged at the center position of the bottom end of the hand-held part, and the open end of the hand-held part is provided with a rubber sleeve.

[0012] In the above structure, the tongue muscle training part is located on the rubber sleeve, the tongue suction pull cup is located in the middle of the rubber sleeve, a tongue-shaped inner cavity is embedded in the interior of the tongue suction pull cup, and there are multiple elastic hemispheres, which are circumferentially arranged on the top surface of the tongue suction pull cup.

[0013] In the above structure, an annular main control circuit board and a battery are movable inside the open end, and a plurality of contact keys are protruded on the annular main control circuit board. The plurality of contact keys are respectively arranged corresponding to the plurality of elastic hemispheres, and the plurality of contact keys are respectively fitted with gaps with the plurality of elastic hemispheres, and the battery is electrically connected to the main control circuit board.

[0014] In the above structure, the ring-shaped main control circuit board includes a control circuit, a microprocessor, a storage module, an audio module, and a speaker arranged on the ring-shaped main control circuit board, and the microprocessor, storage module, audio module, USB socket, and speaker are electrically connected to the main control circuit respectively.

[0015] In the above structure, the rubber sleeve is provided with an occlusal positioning ring near the inner side of the mouth, the occlusal positioning ring matches the annular positioning groove, and the occlusal positioning ring and the annular positioning groove are respectively provided with corresponding sealing structures, wherein the occlusal positioning ring is used for tooth positioning and occlusion.

[0016] The above structure also includes a control panel, which is embedded in the elliptical shell and is provided with a sound guide hole, a switch button, a volume adjustment button, and a beat adjustment button. The sound guide holes correspond to the speaker settings, and the switch button, volume adjustment button, and beat adjustment button are electrically connected to the main control circuit board respectively.

[0017] In the above structure, the soft rubber rehabilitation sleeve is made of medical silicone or elastic resin material.

[0018] The beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0019] The present invention utilizes the above-mentioned technical solution to train tongue muscle flexibility and comprehensively train the sensitivity and tactile sensation of the tongue muscles and tongue tip. By providing a bite positioning feature, when the patient bites the tongue, the tongue tip moves in the elastic ball area. The training with the tongue suction tension cup enhances tongue muscle strength and flexibility, thereby improving the patient's tongue muscle rehabilitation training to a certain extent. The present invention has a simple structure, is easy to use, and can be reused after high-temperature sterilization, greatly reducing the cost of use. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 This is a front view of an embodiment of the tongue muscle rehabilitation training device of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 A bottom view of an embodiment of the tongue muscle rehabilitation training apparatus of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a tongue muscle rehabilitation training apparatus according to the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the tongue muscle rehabilitation training device embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] In the figure, 1-handle part, 11-pressure relief check hole, 12-annular positioning slot, 2-tongue muscle training part, 21-tension cup, 22-elastic hemisphere, 3-rubber sleeve, 31-occlusal positioning ring, 4 main control circuit board, 5-battery, 6-contact key, 7-control panel. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] The following is a further description of specific embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the description of these embodiments is intended to facilitate understanding of the present invention and does not constitute a limitation of the present invention. In addition, the technical features involved in the various embodiments of the present invention described below may be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0026] like Figure 1-4 As shown, a tongue muscle rehabilitation training device includes: a handheld part 1 and a tongue muscle training part 2. The handheld part 1 is provided with a pressure relief check hole 11, and the tongue muscle training part 2 is provided with a tongue suction tension cup 21 and an elastic hemisphere 22. The bottom of the tongue suction tension cup 21 is connected with the pressure relief check hole 11. When the tongue goes deep into the tongue suction tension cup 21, the finger can be used to press the pressure relief check hole 11 and pull the handheld part 1 to pull it in the opposite direction of the tongue, which helps to stretch the tongue muscle. The elastic hemisphere 22 can apply pressure when the tongue tip touches it and can return to its position by itself, which helps to train the tongue tip at multiple angles.

[0027] Specifically, in this embodiment, the bottom surface of the tongue-suction pull cup 21 extends into the inner bottom end of the hand-held portion 1 and is tightly connected to the bottom surface of the hand-held portion 1 .

[0028] Specifically, in this embodiment, the tongue-suction tension cup 21 mainly allows the tongue to penetrate into the cup, and the closed pressure relief check hole 11 seals the inner cavity, and the tongue is pulled in the opposite direction to generate tension.

[0029] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the hand-held part 1 includes a bottom end and an open end. The hand-held part 1 is an elliptical shell structure with a ring-shaped positioning groove 12 recessed on the outer side of the open end. The pressure relief check hole 11 is arranged at the center position of the bottom end of the hand-held part 1, and the open end of the hand-held part 1 is provided with a rubber sleeve.

[0030] Specifically, in this embodiment, the bottom end of the handle 1 is a circular cylindrical body with a flange provided circumferentially, and a pressure relief check hole 11 is provided through the middle of the bottom end surface of the handle 1. The diameter of the pressure relief check hole 11 is less than 5MM, and the flange is provided to facilitate the application of pulling force.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the tongue muscle training part 2 is located on the rubber sleeve 3, the tongue suction tension cup 21 is located in the middle of the rubber sleeve 3, the interior of the tongue suction tension cup 21 is embedded with a tongue-shaped inner cavity, and there are multiple elastic hemispheres 22, and the multiple elastic hemispheres 22 are circumferentially arranged on the top surface of the tongue suction tension cup 21.

[0032] Specifically, in this embodiment, there are eight elastic hemispheres 22, and all of the eight elastic hemispheres are hollow balls. Their function is that they are elastic, allowing the tip of the tongue to apply pressure when touching, and can also return to their original position. The eight elastic hemispheres 22 are regularly distributed around the oral cavity, which helps to train the tip of the tongue at multiple angles.

[0033] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, an annular main control circuit board 4 and a battery 5 are movably provided inside the open end. A plurality of contact keys 6 are protruded on the annular main control circuit board 4. The plurality of contact keys 6 are respectively provided corresponding to the plurality of elastic hemispheres 22. The plurality of contact keys 6 are respectively fitted with gaps with the plurality of elastic hemispheres 22. The battery 5 is electrically connected to the main control circuit board 4.

[0034] Specifically, in this embodiment, there are eight contact keys 6 , which are respectively embedded in the elastic hemisphere 22 , and the eight contact keys 6 are arranged corresponding to the notes 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , and 8 .

[0035] Specifically, in this embodiment, the eight contact keys 6 are all cylinders with hemispherical tops. The eight contact keys 6 are arranged corresponding to the elastic hemispheres 22. The eight contact keys 6 are respectively matched with the corresponding elastic hemispheres 22, and the eight contact keys 6 are respectively movably connected to the corresponding elastic hemispheres 22.

[0036] Specifically, in this embodiment, the microprocessor includes a chip with a control program written thereon, and the control program can control voltage, current, input, output, and storage.

[0037] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the ring-shaped main control circuit board 4 includes a control circuit, a microprocessor, a storage module, an audio module, and a speaker arranged on the ring-shaped main control circuit board 4, and the microprocessor, storage module, audio module, USB socket, and speaker are electrically connected to the main control circuit respectively.

[0038] Specifically, in this embodiment, the annular main control circuit board 4 matches the open end housing of the handheld part 1 .

[0039] Specifically, in this embodiment, multiple contact keys 6 are evenly spaced, and the multiple contact keys 6 are triggered by the elastic hemisphere 22 and give signals through the circuit on the annular main control circuit board 4, and the speaker connected to the audio module emits sound according to the received information.

[0040] Specifically, in this embodiment, the storage module stores a variety of training music.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, an occlusal positioning ring 31 is provided on the inner side of the rubber sleeve 3 adjacent to the mouth, and the occlusal positioning ring 31 matches the annular positioning groove 12. The occlusal positioning ring 31 and the annular positioning groove 12 are respectively provided with corresponding sealing structures, wherein the occlusal positioning ring 31 is used for tooth positioning and occlusion.

[0042] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the control panel 7 is embedded in the elliptical shell, and the control panel 7 is provided with a sound guide hole, a switch button, a volume adjustment button, and a beat adjustment button. The sound guide holes all correspond to the speaker settings, and the switch button, the volume adjustment button, and the beat adjustment button are electrically connected to the main control circuit board respectively.

[0043] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the rubber sleeve 3 is made of medical silicone or elastic resin material.

[0044] Specifically, in this embodiment, the handle 1 is made of plastic material.

[0045] Specifically, in this embodiment, matching ribs and grooves can be provided between the bite positioning ring 33 and the annular positioning groove 11, and a sealing ring can be provided as needed, so that when the rubber sleeve 3 is assembled, the bite positioning ring 33 and the annular positioning groove 11 can play a sealing role to ensure the use effect.

[0046] Specifically, in this embodiment, the occlusal positioning ring 33 serves to position and occlude the teeth, and the rubber sleeve 3 also serves to support and position the teeth during assembly.

[0047] Specifically, in this embodiment, the inner side of the open end of the hand-held part is circumferentially embedded with a mounting position for the annular main control circuit board 4 and other fixed support structures. The mounting position is provided with multiple clips, and the annular main control circuit board 4 is clipped and fixed to the open end of the hand-held part.

[0048] Specifically, in this embodiment, the handheld portion is an elliptical structure with various specifications, which can meet the needs of people of different ages.

[0049] Specifically, in this embodiment, the volume adjustment button and the beat adjustment button can play a variety of training audios in the storage module according to the user's needs. The tip of the tongue touches the elastic hemisphere according to the audio rhythm, and the speaker can emit 8 different note instrument sounds.

[0050] Specifically, in this embodiment, the battery 5 is any new energy battery including a lithium battery, an aluminum battery, and a nickel-metal hydride battery. The battery 5 is electrically connected to the main control circuit board 4. The capacity of the battery 5 can be reasonably customized and can be recharged and recycled.

[0051] The present invention does not require manual operation by medical staff. It can realize two types of training, namely, contraction and extension of tongue muscles and swing of lips, through linear reciprocating motion and swinging, which can greatly improve the rehabilitation training effect of patients and greatly reduce production costs and use costs.

[0052] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings, but the present invention is not limited to the described embodiments. It is apparent to those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations to these embodiments may be made without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and these changes and modifications still fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A tongue muscle rehabilitation training device, characterized in that: include: The handheld part and the tongue muscle training part are provided with a pressure relief check hole, and the tongue muscle training part is provided with a tongue suction pull cup and an elastic hemisphere, and the bottom of the tongue suction pull cup is connected to the pressure relief check hole. When the tongue goes deep into the tongue suction and pulling cup, the user can press the pressure relief check hole with his fingers and pull the hand-held part to pull it in the opposite direction of the tongue, which helps to stretch the tongue muscles. The elastic hemisphere can allow the tip of the tongue to apply pressure when in contact and can return to its original position, which is helpful for multi-angle training of the tip of the tongue.

2. The tongue muscle rehabilitation training device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handheld part includes a bottom end and an open end. The handheld part is an elliptical shell structure with an annular positioning groove recessed on the outer side of the open end. The pressure relief check hole is arranged at the center position of the bottom end of the handheld part, and the open end of the handheld part is covered with a rubber sleeve.

3. The tongue muscle rehabilitation training device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The tongue muscle training part is located on the rubber sleeve, the tongue suction pull cup is located in the middle of the rubber sleeve, a tongue-shaped inner cavity is embedded in the interior of the tongue suction pull cup, there are multiple elastic hemispheres, and the multiple elastic hemispheres are circumferentially arranged on the top surface of the tongue suction pull cup.

4. The tongue muscle rehabilitation training device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inner part of the open end is provided with an annular main control circuit board and a battery. A plurality of contact keys are provided on the annular main control circuit board. The plurality of contact keys are respectively provided corresponding to the plurality of elastic hemispheres. The plurality of contact keys are respectively fitted with gaps between the plurality of elastic hemispheres. The battery is electrically connected to the main control circuit board. Wherein, the plurality of contact keys are respectively embedded in the elastic hemisphere, and the plurality of contact keys are arranged corresponding to musical notes in sequence.

5. The tongue muscle rehabilitation training device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The ring-shaped main control circuit board includes a control circuit, a microprocessor, a storage module, an audio module and a speaker arranged on the ring-shaped main control circuit board. The microprocessor, storage module, audio module, USB socket and speaker are electrically connected to the main control circuit respectively.

6. The tongue muscle rehabilitation training device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rubber sleeve is provided with an occlusal positioning ring near the inner side of the mouth, the occlusal positioning ring matches the annular positioning slot, and the occlusal positioning ring and the annular positioning slot are respectively provided with corresponding sealing structures, wherein the occlusal positioning ring is used for tooth positioning and occlusion.

7. The tongue muscle rehabilitation training device according to claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes a control panel, which is embedded in the elliptical shell and is provided with a sound guide hole, a switch button, a volume adjustment button, and a beat adjustment button. The sound guide holes correspond to the speaker settings, and the switch button, volume adjustment button, and beat adjustment button are electrically connected to the main control circuit board respectively.

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