An auxiliary cupping isolation device for a fire pot
By designing an auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping, the cumbersome problems of cleaning and disinfecting cupping are solved, the safety and economy of cupping are realized, and the standardized operation of traditional Chinese medicine cupping therapy is promoted.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- THE THIRD AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF ZHEJIANG CHIENSE MEDICAL UNIV
- Filing Date
- 2022-06-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-02
AI Technical Summary
The existing cleaning and disinfection process after cupping is cumbersome, which increases the risk of cross-infection and raises labor costs, affecting the application and efficiency of traditional Chinese medicine cupping therapy.
Design an auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping, including a disposable sleeve-shaped isolation sleeve, an annular elastic element, a breakable restraint element, and an installer. The isolation sleeve is fixed to the inner wall of the cupping jar through simple operation to avoid direct contact and achieve single use.
This reduces the risk of contact infection during cupping, saves on disinfection costs and labor, improves operational standardization, reduces the burden on medical staff, and promotes the development of traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture and massage.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of medical auxiliary device technology, and in particular to an auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping therapy. Background Technology
[0002] Cupping is a tool used in traditional Chinese medicine for physical therapy. Cleaning cupping jars has always been a problem that users avoid. Generally, cupping jars require cleaning and ultraviolet sterilization after use. While disposable cupping jars are available, they are expensive or cannot be quickly applied to the inner wall of the jar opening. The procedures are cumbersome, including complicated sterilization steps. In clinical practice, this greatly limits the clinical application of cupping and poses a risk of cross-infection. Furthermore, frequent sterilization objectively increases the workload of medical staff and reduces work efficiency. Modern medical clinical procedures require "one jar per person," which presents huge labor costs that remain unresolved. Summary of the Invention
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping, which not only prevents repeated direct contact between the cupping jar and the skin, reducing the chance of infection from contact during cupping, but more importantly, saves labor and disinfection costs for cupping, and also saves time spent applying the jar to the inner wall of the cupping jar.
[0004] According to an embodiment of this application, an auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping therapy is provided, comprising:
[0005] A disposable sleeve-shaped isolation sleeve, wherein the outer end of the isolation sleeve is located outside the mouth of the cupping jar, and the inner end is located inside the mouth of the cupping jar;
[0006] An annular elastic element, the annular elastic element being connected to the inner end of the isolation sleeve;
[0007] The breakable constraint member, in its initial state, has the annular elastic member twisted into a figure-eight shape and is fixed by the constraint member;
[0008] The installer includes an outer shell and an inner shell. The outer shell is cylindrical with a hollowed-out bottom. The inner shell is a frustum-shaped shell that is larger at the top and smaller at the bottom. The inner shell is fixed inside the outer shell, and there is a gap between the outer shell and the inner shell.
[0009] When the constraint is broken by the installer, the constraint springs back and supports the inner wall of the cupping jar.
[0010] Optionally, the isolation sleeve is made of medical-grade rubber.
[0011] Optionally, a retaining ring is connected to the outer end of the isolation sleeve, and the retaining ring clamps the outside of the cupping jar.
[0012] Optionally, the retaining ring is made of medical-grade rubber.
[0013] Optionally, the inner wall of the cupping jar is cylindrical.
[0014] Optionally, the annular elastic element is made of elastic plastic or elastic steel wire.
[0015] Optionally, the restraint may be a rope or tape.
[0016] Optionally, the installer may also be provided with a blade.
[0017] Optionally, the blade is slidably disposed on the mounter, with one end of the blade with a cutting edge extending out of the bottom of the inner housing and the other end of the blade without a cutting edge extending out of the top of the inner housing.
[0018] Optionally, a button is fixed to the non-marked end of the blade.
[0019] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this application may include the following beneficial effects:
[0020] This invention effectively protects the skin of the cupping jar from direct contact with the patient's skin, while reducing direct contact between the cupping operator and the jar, thus decreasing the likelihood of contact-related infections during cupping. Furthermore, it features a simple structure, low manufacturing cost, and ease of use. Installation requires only a single press to attach the disposable isolation unit to the inner wall of the jar opening. After each use, the jar can be easily removed for the next cupping session. This not only standardizes the practice of traditional Chinese cupping therapy but also saves on the cost of sterilizing the jars, contributing to the development of modern traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture and massage.
[0021] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description
[0022] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.
[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to an exemplary embodiment.
[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an installer (including blades) according to an exemplary embodiment.
[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of an auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping, installed on a cupping jar according to an exemplary embodiment.
[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating a disposable isolation unit mounted on a fire cupping jar according to an exemplary embodiment.
[0027] The attached figures are labeled as follows:
[0028] 10. Insulation sleeve; 11. Clip ring;
[0029] 20. Annular elastic element;
[0030] 30. Constraints;
[0031] 40. Mounting device; 41. Outer housing; 42. Inner housing; 43. Gap; 44. Blade; 45. Button;
[0032] 50. Cupping. Detailed Implementation
[0033] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0034] refer to Figures 1-4 This invention provides an auxiliary cupping isolation device for a cupping jar 50, comprising: a disposable sleeve-shaped isolation sleeve 10, an annular elastic element 20, a breakable constraint element 30, and an installer 40. The outer end of the isolation sleeve 10 is located outside the opening of the cupping jar 50, and the inner end is located inside the opening of the cupping jar 50. The annular elastic element 20 is connected to the inner end of the isolation sleeve 10. In the initial state, the annular elastic element 20 is twisted into a figure-eight shape and fixed by the constraint element 30. The installer 40 includes an outer shell 41 and an inner shell 42. The outer shell 41 is cylindrical with a hollow lower end, and the inner shell 42 is a frustum shape with a larger upper part and a smaller lower part. The inner shell 42 is fixed inside the outer shell 41, and there is a gap 43 between the outer shell 41 and the inner shell 42. When the constraint element 30 is broken by the installer 40, the constraint element 30 springs open and supports the inner wall of the cupping jar 50.
[0035] In use, place the isolation sleeve 10 at the opening of the cupping jar 50, with the outer end of the isolation sleeve 10 outside the opening of the cupping jar 50. Initially, the annular elastic element 20 is twisted into a figure-eight shape, and the inner end of the isolation sleeve 10 is inside the opening of the cupping jar 50. That is, the initially twisted annular elastic element 20 is inside the opening of the cupping jar 50. Place the inner shell 42 of the installer 40 onto the annular elastic element 20, and the outer shell 41 onto the opening of the cupping jar 50. Quickly push the installer 40 downward. At this time, the inner shell 42 will break the breakable constraint element 30. Without the constraint of the constraint element 30, the annular elastic element 20 will return to its annular shape under its own torque and support itself on the inner wall of the cupping jar 50. Then, remove the installer 40.
[0036] In this embodiment, a retaining ring 11 is connected to the outer end of the isolation sleeve 10. The retaining ring 11 is clamped to the outside of the cupping jar 50. The retaining ring 11 can be better held in place by the lower end of the outer shell 41, preventing the outer end of the isolation sleeve 10 from being pulled into the opening of the cupping jar 50 when the inner shell 42 moves downward around the elastic member 20 and the restraining member 30. Specifically, the isolation sleeve 10 is made of medical rubber, which can be the same material as medical rubber gloves, and the retaining ring 11 is also made of medical rubber.
[0037] In this embodiment, the inner wall of the cupping jar 50 is preferably cylindrical, allowing the annular elastic element 20 to be supported on the inner wall of the cupping jar 50, and it can be easily pulled out after use. To better support the annular elastic element 20 on the inner wall of the cupping jar 50, the inner wall of the cupping jar 50 can be made with a frosted structure to increase friction.
[0038] In this embodiment, the annular elastic element 20 is generally made of elastic plastic or elastic steel wire. It should be noted that the annular elastic element 20 is supported on the inner wall of the cupping jar 50, and its contact with the inner wall of the cupping jar 50 can be limited to a few support points or can be a complete circle.
[0039] In this embodiment, the constraint member 30 is generally a rope or tape. The rope is generally a thinner rope. As for the tape, in order to facilitate being crushed, a break line can also be set on the tape.
[0040] In this embodiment, in order to better break the constraint member 30, a blade 44 can be provided on the installer 40 to cut the constraint member 30.
[0041] Furthermore, the blade 44 is slidably disposed on the mounter 40, with one end of the blade 44 having a cutting mark extending out of the bottom of the inner housing 42, and the other end of the blade 44 not having a cutting mark extending out of the top of the inner housing 42.
[0042] Furthermore, a button 45 is fixed to the non-blade end of the blade 44 for easy pressing by the user.
[0043] In this embodiment, the retaining ring 11, the isolation sleeve 10, the annular elastic element 20 and the breakable constraint element 30 can constitute a disposable isolation unit, which is individually packaged and used only once.
[0044] The usage method is as follows:
[0045] refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4When using the device, place the isolation sleeve 10 at the opening of the cupping jar 50, with the outer end of the isolation sleeve 10 outside the opening of the cupping jar 50. Initially, the annular elastic element 20 is twisted into a figure-eight shape, and the inner end of the isolation sleeve 10 is inside the opening of the cupping jar 50. That is, the initially twisted annular elastic element 20 is inside the opening of the cupping jar 50. Place the inner shell 42 of the installer 40 onto the annular elastic element 20, and the outer shell 41 onto the opening of the cupping jar 50. Quickly push the installer 40 downward. At this time, the inner shell 42 will break the breakable constraint element 30. Without the constraint of the constraint element 30, the annular elastic element 20 will return to its annular shape under its own torque and support itself on the inner wall of the cupping jar 50. Then remove the installer 40. At this time, the cupping jar 50 is a cupping jar with a disposable isolation unit. Remove the cupping jar 50 to perform the cupping operation.
[0046] Then, insert the flames into the cupping jars 50 one by one, and then quickly pull out the flames. After pulling them out, quickly attach the cupping jars 50 with disposable isolation units to the skin of the person to be treated.
[0047] After the cupping procedure is completed, remove the disposable isolation unit from the mouth of the 50 cups and discard it.
[0048] This invention effectively protects the cupping jar 50 from direct contact with the patient's skin, reducing the chance of contact infection during cupping jar use. It also features a simple structure, low manufacturing cost, and ease of use. After one use, the jar can be easily removed for the next cupping session. This not only standardizes the operation of traditional Chinese medicine cupping therapy but also saves on the cost of sterilizing the cupping jar 50, thus benefiting the development of modern traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture and massage.
[0049] It should be noted that the device of this application is particularly suitable for cylindrical cupping jars 50. Of course, conventional spherical cupping jars 50 can also be used, but the inner end of the isolation sleeve 10 cannot be attached to the inner wall of the cupping jar 50. However, even if it is not attached to the inner wall of the cupping jar 50, it will not affect the use.
[0050] Other embodiments of this application will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the disclosure herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and embodiments are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this application are indicated by the claims.
[0051] It should be understood that this application is not limited to the precise structure described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this application is limited only by the appended claims.
Claims
1. An auxiliary cupping isolation device for a fire cup, characterized in that, include: A disposable sleeve-shaped isolation sleeve, wherein the outer end of the isolation sleeve is located outside the mouth of the cupping jar, and the inner end is located inside the mouth of the cupping jar; An annular elastic element, the annular elastic element being connected to the inner end of the isolation sleeve; The breakable constraint member, in its initial state, has the annular elastic member twisted into a figure-eight shape and is fixed by the constraint member; The installer includes an outer shell and an inner shell. The outer shell is cylindrical with a hollowed-out bottom. The inner shell is a frustum-shaped shell that is larger at the top and smaller at the bottom. The inner shell is fixed inside the outer shell, and there is a gap between the outer shell and the inner shell. When the constraint is broken by the installer, the constraint springs back and supports the inner wall of the cupping jar.
2. The auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 1, characterized in that, The isolation sleeve is made of medical-grade rubber.
3. The auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer end of the isolation sleeve is connected to a retaining ring, which clamps the outside of the cupping jar.
4. The auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 3, characterized in that, The retaining ring is made of medical-grade rubber.
5. An auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the cupping jar is cylindrical.
6. The auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 1, characterized in that, The annular elastic element is made of elastic plastic or elastic steel wire.
7. The auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 1, characterized in that, The restraint is a rope or tape.
8. An auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 1, characterized in that, The installer is also equipped with a blade.
9. An auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 8, characterized in that, The blade is slidably disposed on the mounter, with one end of the blade bearing the blade mark extending out to the bottom of the inner housing and the other end of the blade not bearing the blade mark extending out to the top of the inner housing.
10. An auxiliary cupping isolation device for cupping according to claim 9, characterized in that, A button is fixed to the non-blade end.