Lumbar vertebra health care and maintenance method based on natural calabash

Abstract

The invention discloses a lumbar vertebra health care and maintenance method based on natural calabash, and belongs to the technical field of health care and health preservation. According to the method, a hollowed natural calabash is used as a hot compress carrier, and a traditional Chinese medicine composition composed of peach gum, pepper, folium artemisiae argyi, clove, cassia twig, radix angelicae and mint is combined by utilizing the special dense microporous structure, heat preservation characteristic and natural fitting property with the waist curve of a human body of the calabash. Traditional Chinese medicine is filled in an inner cavity of the calabash and sealed, medicine efficacy is fully permeated through calabash micropores through heating, when the calabash is used, the warm calabash is placed on the waist, a user keeps a lying posture, and the synergistic effect of traditional Chinese medicine component permeation and physical hot compress is achieved. The method has the advantages of being high in individual adaptability, comprehensive in maintenance dimension and safe and convenient to operate, and waist muscle tension and joint discomfort can be effectively relieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of health care and wellness technology, specifically involving a method for lumbar spine health care and maintenance that combines natural carriers with traditional Chinese medicine ingredients. It is suitable for the daily care of people with lower back pain caused by muscle strain and joint discomfort around the lumbar spine. Background Technology

[0002] Lower back pain is a common health problem plaguing modern populations, with complex causes involving spinal structural abnormalities, pelvic sacroiliac joint injuries, soft tissue strain, and joint degeneration. Currently, there is a lack of universally applicable methods to alleviate all types of lower back pain. Existing technologies include some typical physical adjustment methods, such as a treatment based on the theory of pelvic sacroiliac joint injury. This approach posits that lower back pain is primarily caused by damage to this joint, leading to a narrowing of the pelvic range of motion and an imbalance in the body's center of gravity. The method involves placing a standardized tennis ball under the lower back to apply external force to adjust the pelvis through body pressure. However, this method has significant limitations. Firstly, due to significant individual differences in the size and spacing of the sacroiliac joint, and the lack of variety in the curvature of a tennis ball, it cannot flexibly adapt to different body types. This means that it cannot accurately target the problematic joint in many users, and may even cause additional pressure on the lower back due to size or stiffness mismatch. On the other hand, from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, many lower back pain problems are closely related to the tension and stiffness of the deep muscles in the lower back and the poor local blood circulation. The tennis ball adjustment method mentioned above can only apply external force to the pelvic bone structure and cannot effectively act on the soft tissues of the lower back muscles. Therefore, it cannot achieve deep conditioning of muscle relaxation and blood circulation, and the improvement effect is relatively limited. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of the embodiments of the present invention and to briefly introduce some preferred embodiments. Some simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of the present application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of this section, the abstract and title of the invention. Such simplifications or omissions shall not be used to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of existing lumbar care methods, such as poor carrier adaptability, limited scope of action, and inability to simultaneously address deep muscle and joint care, and to provide a lumbar spine health care method based on natural gourd. This method achieves multi-dimensional and deep-level care of the lumbar spine through the synergistic effect of the structural characteristics of natural gourd and the traditional Chinese medicine composition.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: At least one hollowed-out natural gourd is provided as a heat therapy carrier. The natural gourd utilizes its dense microporous structure, heat-insulating properties, and physical characteristics that naturally conform to the curve of the human waist. The shell of the natural gourd has a dense microporous structure, and the outer surface of the natural gourd is a continuous arc-shaped curved surface, its contour matching the physiological curvature of the human lumbosacral region. A traditional Chinese medicine composition is provided, and the composition is filled into the internal cavity of the natural gourd. The opening of the natural gourd is sealed. The natural gourd filled with the traditional Chinese medicine composition is heated to allow the effective components of the traditional Chinese medicine to be fully released and penetrate through the gourd's microporous structure. The heated natural gourd is applied to the lumbar region of the human body, with the user lying down, allowing the gourd to fully contact the lumbar muscles and joints. Utilizing the gourd's heat-insulating properties and curved conforming characteristics, the continuous penetration of the traditional Chinese medicine components and the synergistic effect of physical heat therapy are achieved.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the heat treatment is carried out by boiling in water, with the heating temperature controlled at 90°C to 95°C and the heating time at 2 to 3 hours. This temperature and time range has been repeatedly tested and verified, which can ensure the full dissolution of the effective components of the traditional Chinese medicine while avoiding damage to the gourd due to prolonged high temperature.

[0007] Furthermore, the herbal composition preferably includes peach gum, Sichuan pepper, mugwort, cloves, cinnamon twigs, angelica dahurica, and peppermint. More preferably, the components, by weight, are: 8-12 parts peach gum, 3-5 parts Sichuan pepper, 5-8 parts mugwort, 2-4 parts cloves, 4-6 parts cinnamon twigs, 3-5 parts angelica dahurica, and 2-3 parts peppermint. This specific combination and proportion can synergistically exert a comprehensive effect of moisturizing the skin, warming and unblocking the meridians, dispelling cold and relieving pain, dispelling wind and dampness, and cooling and calming the mind.

[0008] During use, allow the heated gourd to cool naturally to 40℃ to 45℃ before placing it on the lower back. This temperature range has been proven to be the optimal range for comfort and effective promotion of medicinal penetration. The application time should be controlled between 20 and 40 minutes, and performed 3 to 5 times per week. Regular use can gradually improve the condition of the lower back.

[0009] Furthermore, each of the natural gourds is filled with 18-22 grams of the traditional Chinese medicine composition. This filling amount matches the gourd's capacity to ensure a moderate concentration of medicinal power. The natural gourd is preferably 14-16 cm in height and 7.5-8.5 cm in diameter. This size has been ergonomically verified and can stably fit the lumbosacral curve of most adults, preventing rolling or misalignment during use.

[0010] Furthermore, it is preferable to use two natural gourds, which are placed on either side of the user's waist during use. This arrangement can simultaneously cover the muscle groups and joints on both sides of the lumbar spine, achieving a symmetrical and balanced care effect.

[0011] By combining the above solutions systematically, this invention achieves a balance between individual carrier adaptability and multi-target drug efficacy, providing a safe, convenient, and long-lasting solution for daily lumbar spine health care.

[0012] 1. Highly adaptable to individual body types, safe and comfortable to use: Utilizing a natural gourd as the carrier, its unique curved structure conforms naturally to the physiological curve of the human waist, overcoming the shortcomings of standardized tennis balls that cannot adapt to differences in sacroiliac joint spacing among users of different body types. The gourd material is natural and environmentally friendly, causing no irritation to the skin with prolonged contact. Its moderate hardness provides effective support while avoiding additional pressure on the lower back from hard objects, significantly improving safety and comfort during use.

[0013] 2. Achieving Multi-Dimensional and In-Depth Care: This invention combines the physical heat-compressing properties of gourd with the pharmacological effects of traditional Chinese medicine compositions to achieve multi-dimensional care. On the one hand, the heat-retaining properties of gourd provide long-lasting and stable physical heat therapy, which helps relax muscles and promote local blood circulation. On the other hand, thanks to the dense microporous structure of gourd, the effective components of traditional Chinese medicine after heating can fully penetrate and reach deep into the muscles and joints of the waist, synergistically exerting the comprehensive effects of warming and unblocking meridians, dispelling cold and relieving pain, and dispelling wind and dampness. This overcomes the limitations of existing methods that only act on the skeletal structure and neglect soft tissue care.

[0014] 3. Easy to operate and suitable for daily family use: This method is simple and requires no professional equipment or assistance. Users simply need to heat the pre-made herbal gourd and place it on their lower back while lying down to complete the treatment. The herbal composition consists of common food and medicinal materials, ensuring high safety. The gourd carrier is reusable, making this method inexpensive and ideal for long-term daily family health maintenance. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Wherein: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the natural gourd carrier of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the traditional Chinese medicine composition of the present invention after filling; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the usage state of the present invention.

[0016] in: 1 is a natural gourd, 11 is the gourd body, 12 is the internal cavity, 13 is the opening, 14 is the microporous structure, 2 is a traditional Chinese medicine composition, and 3 is a sealing plug. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0018] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the invention. However, the invention may also be practiced in other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0019] Secondly, the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When detailing the embodiments of the present invention, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure will be partially enlarged, not according to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. In addition, actual fabrication should include three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth.

[0020] Furthermore, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places throughout this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that mutually excludes other embodiments.

[0021] like Figure 1 As shown, the natural gourd 1 includes a gourd body 11, an internal cavity 12, and an opening 13. The gourd body 11 has a height of 14-16 cm, a diameter of 7.5-8.5 cm, and a wall thickness of 0.3-0.5 cm. The surface of the gourd body 11 is covered with a dense microporous structure 14, which becomes a channel for the penetration of the effective components of traditional Chinese medicine after heating. The internal cavity 12 is used to contain the traditional Chinese medicine composition, and the opening 13 is located at the top of the gourd for filling with traditional Chinese medicine and sealing.

[0022] See Figure 2 The traditional Chinese medicine composition 2 is filled into the internal cavity 12 of the natural gourd 1. The traditional Chinese medicine composition 2 is a mixture of peach gum, Sichuan pepper, mugwort, clove, cinnamon twig, angelica dahurica and mint in a specific ratio. The sealing plug 3 is made of food-grade silicone material, and its diameter is slightly larger than the diameter of the opening 13. It achieves airtight sealing through interference fit.

[0023] The specific implementation process of this invention is as follows: First, prepare the materials. Select two natural gourds of similar size and regular shape 1, and use a special tool to completely hollow out the pulp and seeds to form an internal cavity 12. Wash and dry them for later use. Weigh out 10 parts peach gum, 4 parts Sichuan pepper, 6 parts mugwort, 3 parts cloves, 5 parts cinnamon twigs, 4 parts angelica dahurica, and 2.5 parts mint according to the mass ratio. After crushing, mix them evenly to prepare a traditional Chinese medicine composition 2.

[0024] Next, the filling and sealing process is carried out. The well-mixed Chinese herbal medicine composition 2 is divided into two equal portions, and each portion is filled into the internal cavity 12 of two natural gourds 1 through the opening 13, with each gourd containing approximately 20 grams. Then, the opening 13 is tightly sealed with a sealing plug 3 to ensure no gaps.

[0025] Then, heat treatment is performed. Place the two sealed natural gourds (1) into a pot, add enough water to completely submerge the gourds. Heat over a low flame, maintaining the water temperature at approximately 92℃, and simmer for 2.5 hours. This temperature and time parameter ensures that the effective components of the Chinese medicine are fully dissolved, while preventing the natural gourds (1) from being damaged by prolonged high temperatures.

[0026] like Figure 3 As shown, the usage process is as follows: Remove the cooked natural gourd 1, wipe off the surface moisture with a clean towel, and allow it to cool naturally to about 42℃. The user lies flat on the bed and places the two natural gourds 1 on the muscular areas on both sides of the waist, ensuring full contact between the natural gourds 1 and the skin. Maintain this position for 30 minutes. During this time, the heat-retaining properties of the natural gourds 1 maintain a stable heat application temperature, and the effective ingredients of the herbal composition 2 continuously penetrate into the deep tissues of the waist through the microporous structure 14.

[0027] After use, remove the natural gourd 1, unscrew the sealing plug 3, pour out the used herbal composition 2, rinse the internal cavity 12 with clean water and let it air dry for next use. It is recommended to use it 4 times a week. After one month of continuous use, you can clearly feel the relief of lower back muscle tension and the reduction of morning lower back pain.

[0028] For users with different constitutions, the operating parameters can be adjusted accordingly. Those with a cold constitution can increase the cooking temperature to 95℃ and extend the usage time to 40 minutes; those with a hot constitution can decrease the cooking temperature to 90℃ and shorten the usage time to 20 minutes. Through such personalized adjustments, the maintenance needs of different users can be better met.

[0029] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structural transformations made using the description and drawings of the present invention, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present invention. It is important to note that the constructions of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application. For example, variations in the size, dimensions, structure, shape, and proportions of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), installation arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc., are possible. For instance, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise changed, and the nature, number, or position of discrete elements may be altered or changed. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the present invention. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or rearranged according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "means plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structurally equivalent but also equivalent in structure. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not limited to the particular embodiments but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0030] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments may be described, i.e., those features that are not relevant to the currently considered best mode for carrying out the invention, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the invention.

[0031] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0032] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for lumbar spine health care and maintenance, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: At least one hollowed-out natural gourd is provided as a heat therapy carrier. The shell of the natural gourd has a dense microporous structure, and the outer surface of the natural gourd is a continuous arc-shaped curved surface whose contour is adapted to the physiological curvature of the human lumbosacral region. Provide a traditional Chinese medicine composition; The traditional Chinese medicine composition is filled into the internal cavity of the natural gourd; The opening of the natural gourd is sealed; The natural gourd filled with the Chinese herbal composition is heated to allow the effective components of the Chinese herbal medicine to be fully released and to penetrate through the microporous structure of the gourd. The heated natural gourd is applied to the waist area of ​​the human body while the user remains in a lying position, allowing the gourd to fully contact the waist muscles and joints. Utilizing the gourd's heat-retaining properties and curved conforming properties, the continuous penetration of Chinese medicine ingredients and the synergistic effect of physical heat therapy are achieved.

2. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The heat treatment is performed at a temperature of 90°C to 95°C for 2 to 3 hours.

3. The method as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, Use the heated gourd after it has cooled naturally to 40°C to 45°C, and leave it for 20 to 40 minutes.

4. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The traditional Chinese medicine composition includes peach gum, Sichuan pepper, mugwort, clove, cinnamon twig, angelica dahurica, and mint.

5. The method as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The traditional Chinese medicine composition comprises, by weight parts: 8-12 parts peach gum, 3-5 parts Sichuan pepper, 5-8 parts mugwort, 2-4 parts clove, 4-6 parts cinnamon twig, 3-5 parts angelica dahurica, and 2-3 parts peppermint.

6. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the natural gourds is filled with 18-22 grams of the traditional Chinese medicine composition.

7. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The natural gourd is 14-16 cm high and 7.5-8.5 cm in diameter.

8. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The heating treatment is boiling in water.

9. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The number of natural gourds is two, which are applied to both sides of the waist.

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