Traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture and moxibustion needling instrument based on magnetofluid fine tuning technology and use method

Abstract

The invention discloses a traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture and moxibustion needling instrument based on a magnetofluid fine adjustment technology and a using method, and belongs to the technical field of medical instruments. Comprising a needle body, a needle tip, a needle root, a needle handle, a needle tail, a magnetic fluid storage chamber and a power source, the needle tip is installed below the needle body, the needle root, the needle handle and the needle tail are sequentially connected above the needle body, the magnetic fluid storage chamber is arranged in the needle handle, and the power source is installed beside the needle handle. The distribution of the magnetic fluid is adjusted through the magnetic field control device, dynamic adjustment of the flexibility or hardness of the needling instrument is achieved, and therefore the needling instrument adapts to different patient physiques and treatment requirements. The using method comprises the steps of equipment preparation, acupuncture point positioning, needling instrument insertion and ending operation, magnetic field intensity adjustment and treatment effect optimization. According to the invention, higher treatment accuracy and comfort are provided, and the acupuncture curative effect is remarkably improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of medical devices, and specifically relates to a traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture needle based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology and a method of using the needle. Background Art

[0002] Acupuncture, as an important treatment method in traditional Chinese medicine, has a history of thousands of years. Acupuncture regulates the body's qi and blood and balances yin and yang by stimulating specific acupuncture points, and has significant effects in treating pain and regulating nerve dysfunction. Traditional acupuncture needles are usually made of stainless steel, which has a fixed hardness and flexibility.

[0003] The existing technology still has the following defects when used: It is difficult to achieve refined operations for different patients or treatment scenarios with existing technologies. Traditional needles may cause discomfort to patients with weak constitutions or sensitive skin, while deep needling treatments may reduce the treatment effect due to lack of flexibility. Summary of the invention

[0004] A Chinese medicine acupuncture needle based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology and a method of use, comprising a needle body, a needle tip, a needle root, a needle handle, a needle tail, a magnetic fluid storage chamber, and a power supply, wherein the needle tip is installed below the needle body, the needle root is installed above the needle body, the needle handle is installed above the needle root, a force feedback sensor is installed at the connection between the needle handle and the needle root, the needle tail is installed above the needle handle, a magnetic fluid storage chamber is installed inside the needle handle, and a power supply is installed next to the magnetic fluid storage chamber, and the specific steps are as follows: Step S1: Confirm the operating environment and equipment status, and ensure that the needles and other auxiliary equipment are in normal working condition; Step S2: Check whether the needle is intact and whether the magnetic fluid storage chamber is well sealed, and ensure that the magnetic field control device can normally adjust the magnetic field strength; Step S3: using a magnetic field control device to adjust the magnetic field strength and direction to change the distribution of the magnetic fluid in the needle body; Step S4: Select appropriate acupuncture points according to the patient's condition; Step S5: Use traditional acupuncture techniques to steadily insert the needle into the patient's skin. During the insertion process, adjust the magnetic fluid through the magnetic field control device according to the patient's feedback to achieve real-time fine-tuning of the needle; Step S6: Slowly pull out the needle to ensure that the needle is removed smoothly from the acupuncture point.

[0005] Furthermore, the needle handle has a magnetic fluid storage chamber and a needle body with a high-precision sealing design, and the power supply operates in a magnetic field.

[0006] Furthermore, the magnetic fluid storage chamber is used to contain magnetic fluid.

[0007] Furthermore, in step S3, the magnetic field strength is controlled by PWM modulation technology to achieve precise adjustment of the flexibility of the needle.

[0008] Furthermore, in step S5, the insertion depth and force of the needle are monitored in real time by a force feedback sensor, and the magnetic field strength is dynamically adjusted according to the feedback to optimize the treatment effect.

[0009] Furthermore, in step S6, after the needle is pulled out, a dedicated cleaning device is used to clean the magnetic fluid storage chamber and the outer surface of the needle to ensure safety for multiple uses.

[0010] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages: The present invention provides a magnetic fluid storage chamber inside the needle and combines it with a magnetic field control device to adjust the distribution of the magnetic fluid in real time, thereby dynamically changing the hardness and flexibility of the needle. Whether it is deep puncture treatment or shallow puncture treatment of sensitive parts, the needle can quickly adjust its performance as needed to adapt to different patients and treatment needs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is the overall internal structure diagram of the present invention; In the figure: 1. needle body; 2. needle tip; 3. needle base; 4. needle handle; 5. needle tail; 6. magnetic fluid storage chamber; 7. power supply. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0012] The subject matter described herein will now be discussed with reference to example embodiments. It should be understood that the discussion of these embodiments is only to enable those skilled in the art to better understand and implement the subject matter described herein, and is not a limitation of the scope of protection, applicability or examples set forth in the claims. The functions and arrangements of the elements discussed can be changed without departing from the scope of protection of the contents of this specification. Various examples can omit, replace or add various processes or components as needed. For example, the described method can be performed in an order different from the described order, and various steps can be added, omitted or combined. In addition, the features described relative to some examples can also be combined in other examples.

[0013] As used herein, the term "including" and its variations represent open terms, meaning "including but not limited to". The term "based on" means "based at least in part on". The terms "one embodiment" and "an embodiment" mean "at least one embodiment". The term "another embodiment" means "at least one other embodiment". The terms "first", "second", etc. may refer to different or the same objects. Other definitions may be included below, whether explicit or implicit. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the definition of a term is consistent throughout the specification.

[0014] Example See also Figure 1-2 , the present invention provides a technical solution: A Chinese medicine acupuncture needle based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology and a method of use, comprising a needle body, a needle tip, a needle root, a needle handle, a needle tail, a magnetic fluid storage chamber, and a power supply, wherein the needle tip is installed below the needle body, the needle root is installed above the needle body, the needle handle is installed above the needle root, a force feedback sensor is installed at the connection between the needle handle and the needle root, the needle tail is installed above the needle handle, a magnetic fluid storage chamber is installed inside the needle handle, and a power supply is installed next to the magnetic fluid storage chamber, and the specific steps are as follows: Step S1: Confirm the operating environment and equipment status, and ensure that the needles and other auxiliary equipment are in normal working condition; Step S2: Check whether the needle is intact and whether the magnetic fluid storage chamber is well sealed, and ensure that the magnetic field control device can normally adjust the magnetic field strength; Step S3: using a magnetic field control device to adjust the magnetic field strength and direction to change the distribution of the magnetic fluid in the needle body; Step S4: Select appropriate acupuncture points according to the patient's condition; Step S5: Use traditional acupuncture techniques to steadily insert the needle into the patient's skin. During the insertion process, adjust the magnetic fluid through the magnetic field control device according to the patient's feedback to achieve real-time fine-tuning of the needle; Step S6: Slowly pull out the needle to ensure that the needle is removed smoothly from the acupuncture point.

[0015] The needle handle has a magnetic fluid storage chamber and a needle body with a high-precision sealing design. The power supply operates with a magnetic field. The magnetic fluid storage chamber is used to contain magnetic fluid. In step S3, the magnetic field strength is controlled by PWM modulation technology to achieve precise adjustment of the flexibility of the needle. In step S5, the insertion depth and force of the needle are monitored in real time by a force feedback sensor, and the magnetic field strength is dynamically adjusted according to the feedback to optimize the treatment effect.

[0016] Furthermore, in step S6, after the needle is pulled out, a special cleaning device is used to clean the magnetic fluid storage chamber and the outer surface of the needle to ensure the safety of multiple uses. It should be noted that the present invention realizes the dynamic adjustment of the hardness and flexibility of acupuncture needles through the magnetic fluid storage chamber and the magnetic field control device, accurately controls the operation process of the needle, and thus optimizes the acupuncture treatment effect. The specific method includes the following steps: equipment preparation, acupoint positioning, needle insertion and adjustment, dynamic adjustment of treatment, and end of operation.

[0017] Check the status of the device: Make sure the needle, magnetic field control device, and power supply are working properly. Check whether the liquid capacity of the magnetic fluid storage chamber is sufficient and whether the power supply has sufficient power. Use the transparent observation window on the needle handle to check the remaining amount of magnetic fluid.

[0018] Needle disinfection: Use high-temperature steam sterilization or ultraviolet light to fully disinfect the needle surface to prevent bacterial infection. Clean the skin surface of the patient's treatment area and disinfect it with medical alcohol or iodine tincture.

[0019] Magnetic field preset: Use the control switch on the needle tail to start the magnetic field control device and select the initial magnetic field strength. Adjust the needle to the soft mode or hard mode according to the patient's condition and treatment needs.

[0020] Step 2: Acupuncture point location, acupuncture point selection: According to the patient's symptoms, select the acupuncture points that need to be acupunctured. Use acupuncture point stickers or laser pointers to mark the acupuncture point locations on the patient's skin surface.

[0021] Depth and direction planning: According to the required acupuncture point depth, the magnetic fluid distribution is adjusted through the magnetic field adjustment knob at the needle tail to set the hardness or flexibility of the needle.

[0022] Step 3: Needle insertion, insertion method: The needle is inserted into the patient's skin in a steady and slow manner to ensure that the angle and depth of the needle tip contacting the acupoint are accurate. During the insertion process, the acupuncturist can monitor the force of the needle contacting the skin in real time through the force feedback sensor and adjust the technique.

[0023] Needle fine-tuning: Based on patient feedback (such as pain or pressure), the magnetic field strength is adjusted in real time through the needle tail control switch to change the flexibility of the needle to adapt it to different skin layers or tissues.

[0024] Step 4: Dynamic adjustment of treatment and magnetic field: The magnetic field control device is used to adjust the distribution of magnetic fluid in the needle in real time, so that the performance of the needle changes with the patient's treatment needs. In sensitive areas, the magnetic field strength is reduced to make the needle softer and reduce the patient's discomfort; in areas that require deep puncture stimulation, the magnetic field strength is increased to increase the hardness of the needle.

[0025] Step 5: Treatment is over, needle removal: Slowly remove the needle to ensure that it is removed smoothly from the patient's acupuncture point. During the removal process, gradually reduce the magnetic field strength to restore the needle to a flexible state to prevent the needle from causing additional stimulation to the skin when it is removed.

[0026] Follow-up treatment: disinfect the acupuncture site again and apply alcohol with a medical cotton swab to prevent infection. Use special cleaning equipment to clean the needle and magnetic fluid storage room, check the status of the equipment, and ensure that the equipment is in the best working condition for the next treatment.

[0027] It should be noted that the force feedback sensor: when the needle is inserted into the skin, the resistance of the skin to the needle and the bending of the needle will generate a certain amount of pressure. The force feedback sensor is designed inside the needle handle. By detecting the pressure or bending degree applied to the needle body, these physical changes are converted into electrical signals. By monitoring the deformation caused by the applied pressure, the strain change of the object is detected, and the applied pressure is calculated. When the sensor is installed inside the needle, it is necessary to ensure that it is well fixed to the needle structure in order to accurately transmit pressure information. A miniaturized sensor module can be used and integrated with the magnetic fluid storage chamber and power supply. During the actual treatment process, the force feedback sensor can continuously monitor the pressure applied to the needle and provide real-time data, allowing the acupuncturist to make fine adjustments based on the patient's feelings. This adjustment can respond quickly when the patient is uncomfortable, thereby improving the comfort and treatment effect of acupuncture.

[0028] It should be noted that: 1. Based on modern material technology and manufacturing technology, the design of this magnetic fluid needle is feasible 2. The thickness and length of the needle can be adjusted according to different treatment needs. The diameter of a typical Chinese acupuncture needle is usually between 0.2 mm and 0.4 mm, and the length is generally between 25 mm and 100 mm. For magnetic fluid needles, the specific size may be adjusted depending on the storage chamber that needs to accommodate the magnetic fluid and the corresponding magnetic field control components. The size of the needle can also be customized according to the treatment area and the patient's needs.

[0029] 3. The hollow needle tip is designed to reduce resistance during insertion. The magnetic fluid may not need to fill the entire needle body, but only needs to be stored in the storage chamber of the needle handle (i.e., inside the needle handle). The flexibility and hardness of the needle can be adjusted by magnetic field control.

[0030] 4. In order to protect the battery during high-temperature disinfection, a removable battery module is used to avoid exposing the battery to high temperature environments. Magnetic fluids can usually withstand a certain range of temperatures, but long-term exposure to high temperature environments may cause the performance of magnetic fluids to deteriorate. For this reason, a sealed and protected design is selected to ensure that the magnetic fluid is not affected during the disinfection process. 5. There are indeed some small batteries (button batteries or micro lithium batteries) on the market that can provide higher energy density and can adapt to designs with smaller spaces. Depending on the size of the needle and the power requirements of the battery, a suitable small battery can be integrated into the needle handle.

[0031] It should be noted that: 1. Designed as a disposable battery or replacement battery, users can directly replace the battery after it runs out of power. The design of replacing the battery can avoid the tedious charging process and is suitable for one-time use scenarios or high-frequency use environments 2. In the design, the magnetic fluid is mainly stored in the storage chamber inside the needle handle. The magnetic fluid is guided to the needle body through the adjustment of the magnetic field control device in the needle handle. Usually, the magnetic fluid does not flow directly to the needle tip during the flexibility or hardness adjustment of the needle, but adjusts the characteristics of the entire needle body through the action of the magnetic field.

[0032] Effect of magnetic field: By changing the distribution of magnetic fluid in the needle handle, the magnetic field can affect the hardness or flexibility of the needle body to a certain extent. The effect of the magnetic field on the needle body will change the elasticity of the needle through the flow of magnetic fluid, making it show different flexibility or rigidity. Hardness of the needle tip: Although the magnetic fluid storage chamber does not extend directly to the needle tip, the overall flexibility and hardness of the needle body will affect the performance of the needle tip under overall adjustment. The adjustment of the magnetic field changes the mechanical properties of the needle through overall control, and the softness or hardness of the needle tip will change accordingly.

[0033] 3. The hardness change of magnetic fluid does not rely directly on flow, but relies on the regulation of magnetic field to affect the behavior of magnetic fluid. Magnetic fluid consists of tiny ferromagnetic nanoparticles (such as iron oxide) suspended in a carrier fluid (such as oil or water). When an external magnetic field is applied to these nanoparticles, they will align along the magnetic field lines and form a condensed structure, enhancing the fluidity or hardness of the liquid.

[0034] Electric current regulates the magnetic field: By fine-tuning the current intensity, the strength and direction of the magnetic field will change, which in turn affects the fluidity or cohesion of the magnetic fluid. When the magnetic field increases, the nanoparticles in the magnetic fluid will be arranged more densely, causing the "rigidity" of the liquid to increase; when the magnetic field weakens, the arrangement of the nanoparticles is loose, and the magnetic fluid becomes more "soft". Impact on the hardness of the needle: By adjusting the magnetic field strength of the magnetic fluid in the needle handle, the hardness or flexibility of the needle can be changed. When the magnetic field strength increases, the needle becomes harder; when the magnetic field strength weakens, the needle becomes softer. This adjustment method allows the needle to be fine-tuned as needed to adapt to different treatment requirements.

[0035] 4. The basic components of magnetic fluid are iron oxide nanoparticles (such as Fe3O4 or Fe2O3) suspended in a carrier liquid. The carrier liquid can be an oily or aqueous liquid, which is usually used to enhance the fluidity and stability of the magnetic fluid.

[0036] Iron oxide particles: These nanoparticles will be arranged into a chain structure under the action of an external magnetic field, forming a "fluid" magnetic material with strong magnetic responsiveness. Carrier fluid: Common carrier fluids include organic oil, silicone oil, water or water-soluble liquids. Choosing a suitable carrier fluid can optimize the fluidity and stability of the magnetic fluid and ensure that it will not cause harm to the human body.

[0037] No Toner: The particles in magnetic fluid are usually iron oxide or other magnetic materials, and do not contain toner. The particle size of toner does not meet the requirements for magnetic fluid and will not be magnetic.

[0038] It should be noted that not all steps and units in the above-mentioned processes and system structure diagrams are necessary, and some steps or units can be ignored according to actual needs. The execution order of each step is not fixed and can be determined as needed. The device structure described in the above-mentioned embodiments can be a physical structure or a logical structure, that is, some units may be implemented by the same physical entity, or some units may be implemented by multiple physical entities, or some components in multiple independent devices may be implemented together.

[0039] The specific embodiments set forth above describe exemplary embodiments, but do not represent all embodiments that may be implemented or fall within the scope of protection of the claims. The term "exemplary" used throughout this specification means "used as an example, instance, or illustration" and does not mean "preferred" or "having advantages" over other embodiments. For the purpose of providing an understanding of the described techniques, the specific embodiments include specific details. However, these techniques may be implemented without these specific details. In some instances, in order to avoid obscuring the concepts of the described embodiments, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form.

[0040] The above description of the present disclosure is provided to enable any person of ordinary skill in the art to implement or use the present disclosure. Various modifications to the present disclosure will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other variations without departing from the scope of protection of the present disclosure. Therefore, the present disclosure is not limited to the examples and designs described herein, but is consistent with the widest range of principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A Chinese medicine acupuncture needle based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology and a method of use, comprising a needle body (1), a needle tip (2), a needle root (3), a needle handle (4), a needle tail (5), a magnetic fluid storage chamber (6), and a power source (7), characterized in that: A needle tip (2) is installed below the needle body (1), a needle base (3) is installed above the needle body (1), a needle handle (4) is installed above the needle base (3), a force feedback sensor (8) is installed inside the needle handle (4) at the connection with the needle base (3), a needle tail (5) is installed above the needle handle (4), a magnetic fluid storage chamber (6) is installed inside the needle handle (4), and a power supply (7) is installed next to the magnetic fluid storage chamber (6). The specific steps are as follows: Step S1: Confirm the operating environment and equipment status, and ensure that the needles and other auxiliary equipment are in normal working condition; Step S2: Check whether the needle is intact and whether the magnetic fluid storage chamber is well sealed, and ensure that the magnetic field control device can normally adjust the magnetic field strength; Step S3: using a magnetic field control device to adjust the magnetic field strength and direction to change the distribution of the magnetic fluid in the needle body; Step S4: Select appropriate acupuncture points according to the patient's condition; Step S5: Use traditional acupuncture techniques to steadily insert the needle into the patient's skin. During the insertion process, adjust the magnetic fluid through the magnetic field control device according to the patient's feedback to achieve real-time fine-tuning of the needle; Step S6: Slowly pull out the needle to ensure that the needle is removed smoothly from the acupuncture point.

2. A Chinese medicine acupuncture needle and a method of use based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology according to claim 1, characterized in that: The needle handle (4) is provided with a magnetic fluid storage chamber (6) and a needle body with a high-precision sealing design, and the power supply (7) operates in a magnetic field.

3. The Chinese medicine acupuncture needle and its use method based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology according to claim 1, characterized in that: The magnetic fluid storage chamber (6) is used to contain magnetic fluid.

4. The Chinese medicine acupuncture needle and its use method based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S3, the magnetic field strength is controlled by PWM modulation technology to achieve precise adjustment of the flexibility of the needle.

5. The Chinese medicine acupuncture needle and its use method based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S5, the insertion depth and force of the needle are monitored in real time by a force feedback sensor (8), and the magnetic field strength is dynamically adjusted according to the feedback to optimize the treatment effect.

6. The Chinese medicine acupuncture needle and its use method based on magnetic fluid fine-tuning technology according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S6, after the needle is pulled out, a dedicated cleaning device is used to clean the magnetic fluid storage chamber (6) and the outer surface of the needle to ensure safety for multiple uses.

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