Physiotherapy bathtub

By designing a physiotherapy bathtub with integrated spa, drying and phototherapy functions, the existing physiotherapy bathtub has solved the problem of single functions, complex operation and unsuitable for the elderly, achieving physical therapy effects that are rich in functions, simple operation and suitable for users of multiple age groups.

CN119679622APending Publication Date: 2025-03-25GUANGDONG UNIV OF TECH

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202411817536.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-11
Publication Date
2025-03-25

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Technical Problem

The existing physical therapy bathtub has a single function, complex operation and is not suitable for the elderly.

Method used

A physiotherapy bathtub with integrated spa, drying and phototherapy functions is designed, including a bathtub structure, a cover, a rotary drive mechanism, a spa module, a drying module, a phototherapy module and a control module. The control module is respectively communicated and connected to each module to realize automatic control of functions.

Benefits of technology

It has realized a functionally rich physiotherapy bathtub, which can activate the spa, drying and phototherapy modules according to user needs, and provides a variety of therapeutic effects such as bubble bath, bubble massage, skin regeneration, anti-inflammatory and drying, which is suitable for users of all ages.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a physiotherapy bathtub, and belongs to the technical field of bathtubs, the physiotherapy bathtub comprises a bathtub structure, a cover body, a rotation driving mechanism, a hydrotherapy module, a drying module, a phototherapy module and a control module, the control module is in communication connection with the rotation driving mechanism, the hydrotherapy module, the drying module and the phototherapy module, and according to actual physiotherapy requirements, a user can carry out physical therapy on the bathtub. The hydrotherapy module can be started to carry out bubble bath hydrotherapy, or the hydrotherapy module is started to generate microbubbles to carry out massage, the phototherapy module is started to carry out phototherapy, and the drying module can be started to dry the body after the bubble bath is finished. The physiotherapy bathtub provided by the invention integrates the functions of hydrotherapy, drying, phototherapy and the like, has the advantage of rich functions, and meets the requirements of users to the greatest extent.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of bathtubs, and in particular to a physiotherapy bathtub. Background Art

[0002] Physiotherapy, also known as material therapy, uses physical factors such as sound, light, cold, heat, electricity, and force for treatment. It uses non-invasive, non-drug treatment to restore the body's original physiological functions for local or systemic dysfunction or lesions. In the existing technology, the technology of combining physical therapy with bathtubs has gradually developed, and physiotherapy bathtubs have made great progress in the fields of hydrotherapy, phototherapy, drying, etc. However, the existing physiotherapy bathtubs still have problems such as single function, complex operation, and unsuitability for use by the elderly. Summary of the invention

[0003] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a physiotherapy bathtub to solve the technical problems of the prior art physiotherapy bathtubs being single in function, complicated in operation and not suitable for use by the elderly.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present application provides a therapeutic bathtub, which comprises: A bathtub structure, wherein a bathtub is arranged on the top surface, a spray nozzle is arranged on the wall surface of the bathtub, and a drain outlet is arranged on the bottom surface of the bathtub; A cover body, one end of which is rotatably connected to the end of the top surface of the bathtub structure; A rotary drive mechanism for controlling the opening and closing of the cover; A hydrotherapy module is connected to the nozzle, and is used to provide liquid or microbubbles to the nozzle; A drying module is connected to the nozzle, and is used to provide warm air to the nozzle; a phototherapy module, disposed on the side of the cover body facing the bathtub, the phototherapy module being used to irradiate red light, blue light and / or ultraviolet light into the bathtub; and The control module is communicatively connected to the rotary drive mechanism, the hydrotherapy module, the drying module and the phototherapy module.

[0005] Optionally, the bathtub structure comprises: A bathtub body having an opening at one end; and The backrest of the wheelchair is completely fitted with the edge of the opening so that the bathtub body and the wheelchair are combined to form a bathtub.

[0006] Optionally, the bathtub body and the wheelchair are connected together via a plurality of electric brake locks.

[0007] Optionally, waterproof rubber is provided at the connection between the wheelchair and the bathtub body.

[0008] Optionally, the rotary drive mechanism is a telescopic rod, both ends of which are rotatably connected to the bathtub structure and the cover body, respectively, and the telescopic rod is a pneumatic telescopic rod or a hydraulic telescopic rod.

[0009] Optionally, the hydrotherapy module includes: A water tank is arranged on the outer side of the bathtub structure, and is used to store liquid. The water tank is connected with the plurality of nozzles through a liquid pipeline; A water pump is arranged on the liquid pipeline and is used to transport the liquid to the nozzle; A gas device is disposed on the outer side of the bathtub structure, the gas device is used to generate gas, and the gas device is connected to the plurality of nozzles through a gas pipeline; and The air pump is arranged on the gas pipeline and is used for conveying gas to the nozzle.

[0010] Optionally, the gas device is arranged in the water tank, and the gas pipeline is arranged in the liquid pipeline.

[0011] Optionally, a first heating device for heating liquid is also provided in the water tank, and the first heating device is communicatively connected to the control module.

[0012] Optionally, the control module comprises a first control panel arranged on the bathtub structure.

[0013] Optionally, an avoidance gap is provided at the end of the cover body, and the control module further includes a second control panel arranged on the wall surface of the avoidance gap.

[0014] The beneficial effects of the therapeutic bathtub provided by the present application are as follows: compared with the prior art, the therapeutic bathtub of the present application includes a bathtub structure, a cover body, a rotating drive mechanism, a hydrotherapy module, a drying module, a phototherapy module and a control module, and the control module is communicatively connected to the rotating drive mechanism, the hydrotherapy module, the drying module and the phototherapy module respectively. After the user enters the bathtub of the bathtub structure, according to actual therapeutic needs, the hydrotherapy module can be started to provide liquid to the nozzle to achieve the effect of bathing and hydrotherapy; or the hydrotherapy module can be started to provide microbubbles to the nozzle, and the bubbles are used to massage the user's skin to enhance the effect of hydrotherapy; or the phototherapy module can be started to irradiate red light, blue light and / or ultraviolet light into the bathtub to promote skin regeneration, anti-inflammatory or treat skin infection, and achieve the effect of phototherapy; after the user finishes the bath and drains the water, the drying module can also be started to dry the body to avoid the discomfort caused by the wet and cold body; the therapeutic bathtub of the present application integrates the functions of hydrotherapy, drying, phototherapy and the like, has the advantages of rich functions, and meets the needs of users to the greatest extent. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the physiotherapy bathtub provided in an embodiment of the present application when the cover is opened; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the physiotherapy bathtub provided in an embodiment of the present application when the cover is closed; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the physiotherapy bathtub provided in an embodiment of the present application when the bathtub body and the wheelchair are separated.

[0017] Description of reference numerals: 1. Bathtub structure; 110. Bathtub; 120. Spout; 130. Drain; 140. Bathtub body; 150. Wheelchair; 2. Cover; 210. Avoidance gap; 3. Rotary drive mechanism; 4. Hydrotherapy module; 410. Water tank; 5. Phototherapy module; 6. Control module; 610. First control panel; 620. Second control panel. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] In order to make the above-mentioned purposes, features and advantages of the present application more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present application are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without violating the connotation of the present application, so the present application is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0019] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the referred device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present application.

[0020] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In the description of this application, the meaning of "plurality" is at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0021] In this application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", "connected", "fixed" and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements, unless otherwise clearly defined. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0022] In the present application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being “above” or “below” a second feature may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, a first feature being “above”, “above”, and “above” a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being “below”, “below”, and “below” a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0023] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "disposed on" another element, it may be directly on the other element or there may be a central element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to the other element or there may be a central element at the same time. The terms "vertical", "horizontal", "upper", "lower", "left", "right" and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to be the only implementation method.

[0024] The embodiment of the present application provides a physiotherapy bathtub, please refer to Figures 1 to 3The physiotherapy bathtub comprises a bathtub structure 1, a cover body 2, a rotation drive mechanism 3, a hydrotherapy module 4, a drying module, a phototherapy module 5 and a control module 6. A bathtub 110 is arranged on the top surface of the bathtub structure 1, a nozzle 120 is arranged on the wall surface of the bathtub 110, and a drain outlet 130 is arranged on the bottom surface of the bathtub 110. One end of the cover body 2 is rotatably connected to the end of the top surface of the bathtub structure 1, and the rotation drive mechanism 3 is used to control the opening and closing of the cover body 2; the hydrotherapy module 4 is connected to the nozzle 120, and the hydrotherapy module 4 is used to provide liquid or microbubbles to the nozzle 120; the drying module is connected to the nozzle 120, and the drying module is used to provide warm air to the nozzle 120; the phototherapy module 5 is arranged on the side of the cover body 2 facing the bathtub 110, and the phototherapy module 5 is used to irradiate red light, blue light and / or ultraviolet light into the bathtub 110, and the control module 6 is respectively communicatively connected to the rotation drive mechanism 3, the hydrotherapy module 4, the drying module and the phototherapy module 5.

[0025] In the embodiment of the present application, the therapeutic bathtub includes a bathtub structure 1, a cover body 2, a rotating drive mechanism 3, a hydrotherapy module 4, a drying module, a phototherapy module 5 and a control module 6. The control module 6 is communicatively connected to the rotating drive mechanism 3, the hydrotherapy module 4, the drying module and the phototherapy module 5 respectively. After the user enters the bathtub 110 of the bathtub structure 1, according to actual therapeutic needs, the hydrotherapy module 4 can be started to provide liquid to the nozzle 120 to achieve the effect of bathing and hydrotherapy; or the hydrotherapy module 4 can be started to provide microbubbles to the nozzle 120, and the bubbles are used to massage the user's skin to enhance the effect of hydrotherapy; or the phototherapy module 5 is started to irradiate red light, blue light and / or ultraviolet light into the bathtub 110 to promote skin regeneration, anti-inflammatory or treat skin infection, and achieve the effect of phototherapy; after the user finishes the bath and drains the water, the drying module can also be started to dry the body to avoid discomfort caused by wet and cold body; the therapeutic bathtub of the present application integrates the functions of hydrotherapy, drying, phototherapy and the like, has the advantages of rich functions, and meets the needs of users to the greatest extent.

[0026] First, when hydrotherapy begins, the nozzle 120 begins to inject water into the bathtub 110 until a specific water level is reached, so that the user's body is immersed in water; then, the nozzle 120 switches to releasing microbubbles, and uses the bubbles to massage the user's skin, thereby enhancing the hydrotherapy effect. The hydrotherapy module 4 of the present application combines the dual treatment methods of hydrotherapy and bubble massage, which can effectively relieve symptoms such as skin inflammation and itching discomfort of users with skin diseases.

[0027] Specifically, microbubble massage is a new treatment method that combines hydrotherapy and microbubble technology. The basic principle is to reduce the bubbles in the water to an extremely small size (usually below 50 microns). These tiny bubbles can penetrate deep into the pores when they come into contact with the skin, playing a role in cleansing and massaging. Microbubble massage has applications in both beauty and medical rehabilitation, especially in skin care and pain relief.

[0028] Then, after the hydrotherapy is finished, the drain port 130 of the bathtub 110 will quickly drain the liquid in the bathtub 110, and then the drying module blows out warm air through the nozzle 120 to dry the user's body with the warm air. The automatic drying function of the drying module avoids the discomfort and health risks caused by the wet and cold body of the user after leaving the hydrotherapy cabin, and is particularly suitable for elderly users with weak immunity.

[0029] If the patient also needs phototherapy, the physiotherapy bathtub of the present application is also equipped with a phototherapy cover, and the cover body 2 can be automatically opened and closed by a rotating drive mechanism 3. The phototherapy module 5 on the cover body 2 uses three light sources: 308 red light, blue light and ultraviolet light. The user can freely choose the phototherapy mode according to their needs. These three types of light have different therapeutic effects. Red light promotes skin regeneration, blue light has an anti-inflammatory effect, and ultraviolet light is used to treat skin infections and other problems. The cover body 2 is designed to expose the head and cover the patient's body with the rest to ensure that the patient receives phototherapy in a safe and comfortable state.

[0030] Furthermore, the light therapy module 5 of the present application is above the water surface, thereby avoiding the occurrence of leakage and ensuring the safety of the user.

[0031] It is understandable that the phototherapy module 5 on the cover body 2 adopts a waterproof structure, and the cover body 2 can also be covered when the user is doing hydrotherapy.

[0032] Specifically, 308 light refers to an excimer laser with a wavelength of 308 nanometers, which is a high-energy narrow-spectrum ultraviolet light therapy. Compared with traditional UVB light, 308 light belongs to a type of narrowband UVB (NB-UVB), but its wavelength is more precise. This light is mainly used to treat local skin lesions, such as vitiligo, psoriasis, and some inflammatory skin diseases. Its advantage is that it can act precisely on the lesion site, reducing damage to the surrounding healthy skin, thereby reducing the risk of unnecessary side effects. Due to the high precision of 308 light, it is safer and more efficient than traditional UVB therapy, and requires fewer treatments, so it is suitable for the treatment of local skin diseases.

[0033] In one embodiment, see Figure 3 The bathtub structure 1 includes a bathtub body 140 and a wheelchair 150 . An opening is provided at one end of the bathtub body 140 , and a backrest of the wheelchair 150 is completely fitted with an edge of the opening, so that the bathtub body 140 and the wheelchair 150 are assembled to form a bathtub 110 .

[0034] In this way, the user can sit on the wheelchair 150 and dock it in the bathtub body 140. The user can directly enter the physical therapy mode without standing or moving from the wheelchair 150, reducing the safety risks caused by frequent movement. The split design of the bathtub structure 1 takes into account the mobility problems of elderly users with skin diseases. Through the seamless connection between the bathtub body 140 and the wheelchair 150, the convenience and safety of the healing process are greatly improved, and the burden on caregivers is reduced.

[0035] In one embodiment, the bathtub body 140 and the wheelchair 150 are connected together by a plurality of electric brake locks, thereby realizing automatic locking and separation between the bathtub body 140 and the wheelchair 150 and improving the convenience of use.

[0036] In one embodiment, waterproof rubber is provided at the connection between the wheelchair 150 and the bathtub body 140 to improve the sealing between the wheelchair 150 and the bathtub body 140 and avoid water leakage.

[0037] In one embodiment, the rotation driving mechanism 3 is a telescopic rod, both ends of which are rotatably connected to the bathtub structure 1 and the cover body 2 respectively, and the telescopic rod is a pneumatic telescopic rod or a hydraulic telescopic rod.

[0038] In one embodiment, see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The hydrotherapy module 4 includes a water tank 410, a water pump, a gas device and an air pump. The water tank 410 is arranged on the outer side of the bathtub structure 1, and the water tank 410 is used to store liquid. The water tank 410 is connected to multiple nozzles 120 through a liquid pipeline; the water pump is arranged on the liquid pipeline, and the water pump is used to transport liquid to the nozzles 120; the gas device is arranged on the outer side of the bathtub structure 1, and the gas device is used to generate gas. The gas device is connected to the multiple nozzles 120 through a gas pipeline; the air pump is arranged on the gas pipeline, and the air pump is used to transport gas to the nozzles 120.

[0039] Specifically, the number of the liquid pipelines and the gas pipelines is the same as the number of the nozzles 120 .

[0040] In one embodiment, in order to improve the integration of the device and reduce the volume and floor space of the device, the gas device is disposed in the water tank 410 and the gas pipeline is disposed in the liquid pipeline.

[0041] In other embodiments, the gas device can also be arranged outside the water tank 410, and each nozzle 120 is connected to a gas pipeline and a liquid pipeline through a multi-way control valve, and the multi-way control valve controls whether the nozzle 120 provides liquid or microbubbles.

[0042] In one embodiment, a first heating device for heating liquid is further provided in the water tank 410. The first heating device is communicatively connected to the control module 6. The water temperature is controlled by the first heating device to achieve temperature control of the hydrotherapy.

[0043] Furthermore, the drying module and the hydrotherapy module 4 share a gas device, and the drying module also includes a second heating device, which is used to heat the gas generated by the gas module so that the nozzle 120 can provide warm air.

[0044] In one embodiment, the control module 6 includes a first control panel 610 disposed on the bathtub structure 1 .

[0045] In one embodiment, see Figure 1 An avoidance gap 210 is provided at the end of the cover body 2 , and the user's head is located at the avoidance gap 210 . The control module 6 also includes a second control panel 620 provided on the wall surface of the avoidance gap 210 .

[0046] Among them, the first control panel 610 on the bathtub structure 1 makes it easier for nursing staff to control the selection of various modes of the therapeutic bathtub, while the second control panel 620 on the wall of the avoidance gap 210 is located in front of the user lying in the bathtub 110, which is more convenient for the user lying in the bathtub 110 to use.

[0047] The technical features of the above-described embodiments may be arbitrarily combined. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above-described embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0048] The above-described embodiments only express several implementation methods of the present application, and the descriptions thereof are relatively specific and detailed, but they cannot be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be pointed out that, for a person of ordinary skill in the art, several variations and improvements can be made without departing from the concept of the present application, and these all belong to the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the patent application shall be subject to the attached claims.

Claims

1. A physiotherapy bathtub, characterized in that: include: A bathtub structure, wherein a bathtub is arranged on the top surface, a spray nozzle is arranged on the wall surface of the bathtub, and a drain outlet is arranged on the bottom surface of the bathtub; A cover body, one end of which is rotatably connected to the end of the top surface of the bathtub structure; A rotary drive mechanism, used to control the opening and closing of the cover; A hydrotherapy module connected to the nozzle, the hydrotherapy module is used to provide liquid or microbubbles to the nozzle; A drying module, connected to the nozzle, and used for providing warm air to the nozzle; a light therapy module, disposed on a side of the cover body facing the bathtub, the light therapy module being used to irradiate red light, blue light and / or ultraviolet light into the bathtub; as well as The control module is communicatively connected to the rotation drive mechanism, the hydrotherapy module, the drying module and the phototherapy module respectively.

2. The physiotherapy bathtub according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bathtub structure comprises: A bathtub body having an opening at one end; and The backrest of the wheelchair is completely fitted with the edge of the opening, so that the bathtub body and the wheelchair are combined to form the bathtub.

3. The physiotherapy bathtub according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bathtub body and the wheelchair are connected together through a plurality of electric brake locks.

4. The physiotherapy bathtub according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connection between the wheelchair and the bathtub body is provided with waterproof rubber.

5. The physiotherapy bathtub according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The rotary drive mechanism is a telescopic rod, both ends of which are rotatably connected to the bathtub structure and the cover body, respectively, and the telescopic rod is a pneumatic telescopic rod or a hydraulic telescopic rod.

6. The physiotherapy bathtub according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The hydrotherapy module comprises: A water tank is arranged on the outer side of the bathtub structure, the water tank is used to store liquid, and the water tank is connected with the plurality of nozzles through a liquid pipeline; A water pump, disposed on the liquid pipeline, and used for conveying liquid to the nozzle; a gas device, disposed on the outer side of the bathtub structure, for generating gas, the gas device being connected to the plurality of nozzles through a gas pipeline; and An air pump is arranged on the gas pipeline, and is used for conveying gas to the nozzle.

7. The physiotherapy bathtub according to claim 6, characterized in that: The gas device is arranged in the water tank, and the gas pipeline is arranged in the liquid pipeline.

8. The physiotherapy bathtub according to claim 6, characterized in that: A first heating device for heating the liquid is also provided in the water tank, and the first heating device is communicatively connected to the control module.

9. The physiotherapy bathtub according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The control module includes a first control panel disposed on the bathtub structure.

10. The physiotherapy bathtub according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: An escape gap is arranged at the end of the cover body, and the control module further comprises a second control panel arranged on the wall surface of the escape gap.

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