Combined neck air bag massage traction pillow

Abstract

The invention discloses a combined type neck air bag massage traction pillow, and particularly relates to the field of health care products, the combined type neck air bag massage traction pillow comprises a traction function pillow and a heating sleep pillow, the traction function pillow and the heating sleep pillow are detachably connected through a zipper structure to form a continuous supporting curved surface with a preset height difference, the traction function pillow and the heating sleep pillow are sleeved with outer cloth covers. The traction function pillow comprises a cylindrical memory sponge pillow inner, a built-in arrangement groove is formed in the center of the cylindrical memory sponge pillow inner in the axial direction, and a preset placement groove is formed in the center of the top of the cylindrical memory sponge pillow inner. Through the detachable combined design, traction, massage, hot compress and daily sleep supporting functions are perfectly integrated; a user can continuously receive mild traction, hot compress and intermittent massage in a long-time relaxed state such as sleep and rest, seamless fusion of rehabilitation treatment and daily life is achieved, and use convenience and user experience are greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of health care products technology, and more specifically, to a combined neck airbag massage traction pillow. Background Technology

[0002] With the changing lifestyles of modern times, factors such as prolonged desk work and the use of electronic devices have led to an increasing prevalence of cervical spine problems. Cervical spondylosis, neck and shoulder muscle tension, straightening of the neck's curvature, and even reverse curvature are showing a trend of affecting younger people. The demand for neck care and rehabilitation is constantly growing, and the market has seen a corresponding emergence of various neck traction, massage, and heat therapy products.

[0003] Existing neck care products can be mainly divided into the following categories: First, static cervical pillows or memory foam pillows, which mainly provide support to maintain the physiological curvature of the neck, but lack active intervention and treatment functions; second, airbag cervical traction devices, which are usually inflatable devices that wrap around the neck and generate radial expansion force through inflation to achieve traction, but often the traction direction is singular, the comfort is poor, and it is difficult to integrate well with the sleeping posture; third, electro-pulse or mechanical vibration massagers, which relax muscles through external stimulation, but most products are separate from the neck support structure, have low functional integration, and are inconvenient to use.

[0004] Currently available products still have significant shortcomings in terms of functional integration, personalized adaptation, and scientific efficacy. Specific problems include: 1) Disconnection between traction and daily rest: Traditional traction devices require special wearing and cannot provide sustained effect during prolonged relaxation, such as sleep; 2) Limited and uncontrollable traction modes: Most traction products only offer static or simple cyclic inflation and deflation, failing to simulate the intermittent, multi-dimensional dynamic traction found in professional rehabilitation techniques, resulting in limited efficacy; 3) Lack of personalized adaptation: Different users have significant differences in cervical spine length, curvature, and tolerance, while existing products have fixed parameters, making precise matching difficult and potentially leading to discomfort or poor results; 4) Isolated functions and poor synergy: Functions such as heat therapy, massage, and traction are often scattered across different products, failing to form an integrated treatment plan and weakening the overall rehabilitation effect; 5) Lack of evidence-based medical design: Product structural parameters (such as height and angle) are mostly based on experience and fail to be closely integrated with the anatomical characteristics and biomechanical research findings of the human cervical spine, raising questions about their scientific validity and effectiveness.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a combined neck rehabilitation and care device that can deeply integrate scientific traction, comfortable massage, continuous heat application and daily sleep support, and can be intelligently and personally adjusted according to individual user differences. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In order to overcome the above-mentioned defects of the prior art, the embodiments of the present invention provide a combined neck airbag massage traction pillow. The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is: how to provide a comprehensive neck care device that integrates hot compress, multi-mode dynamic airbag traction, bionic massage and daily sleep support, and can be scientifically designed based on the biomechanical characteristics of the human cervical spine to achieve highly personalized adaptation and safe and effective intervention.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a combined neck airbag massage traction pillow, comprising a traction function pillow and a heated sleep pillow, wherein the traction function pillow and the heated sleep pillow are detachably connected by a zipper structure to form a continuous support curved surface with a preset height difference, and both the traction function pillow and the heated sleep pillow are covered with an outer fabric cover.

[0008] The traction pillow includes a cylindrical memory foam pillow core, with an axially oriented built-in arrangement groove at the center of the cylindrical memory foam pillow core and a preset placement groove at the top center of the cylindrical memory foam pillow core. Symmetrically arranged airbag units are detachably connected to the preset placement groove.

[0009] Both the cylindrical memory foam pillow core and the heated sleep pillow have hidden grooves on their bottom surfaces. The heated sleep pillow has an embedded groove in the center, and a heating element mounting groove is provided on the side of the embedded groove away from the traction function pillow. A threading hole is provided through the hidden groove corresponding to the heated sleep pillow in the heating element mounting groove.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the airbag unit is configured as an even number of inflatable airbags symmetrically arranged in a preset placement groove; the number of inflatable airbags is configured as 2, 4, 6 or 8; when the number of inflatable airbags is configured as 6, 3 on each side are arranged longitudinally.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, a flexible electric heating element is installed in the heating element mounting slot, and an integrated control module is provided in the built-in arrangement slot. The integrated control module includes an inflation / deflation solenoid valve and an air pump connected to the inflatable airbag, and also includes a temperature sensor electrically connected to the flexible electric heating element. It is used to execute a preset or user-selected working program and coordinate and control the inflation / deflation sequence, pressure, and temperature of the heated sleep pillow.

[0012] The integrated control module has a built-in automatic traction massage program, which includes at least an alternating left-right traction phase and an intermittent pressure massage phase. During the alternating left-right traction phase, the control module controls the left and right airbags to alternately inflate and depressurize, creating a height difference between the left and right sides, with each side continuously inflating and pressurizing for no more than 5 seconds. During the intermittent pressure massage phase, the control module controls all airbag units to synchronously and rapidly inflate and depressurize, completing one inflation and deflation cycle within 1 second, and repeating this process multiple times to utilize the head's own weight to create intermittent pressure on the neck. The integrated control module provides multi-level traction height adjustment, allowing the overall support height of the traction pillow to switch between multiple preset levels by controlling the final inflation pressure of the airbags.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment, the traction pillow and the heated sleep pillow are matched with a zipper and a power and signal transmission line connecting the traction pillow and the heated sleep pillow; when the zipper is closed, the traction pillow and the heated sleep pillow are physically connected, and the integrated control module provides power supply and communication to the heated sleep pillow; when the zipper is opened, the traction pillow and the heated sleep pillow are completely separated and used independently.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the support height of the cylindrical memory foam pillow core is H, and the support height of the connecting area of ​​the heated sleep pillow corresponding to the traction function pillow is H2, and H1>H2, forming a default height difference ΔH=H1-H2; preferably, H1 is about 90mm, H2 is about 70mm, and ΔH is about 20mm. This height difference is designed to provide necessary compensatory support for maintaining the physiological lordosis of the cervical spine when lying supine.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment, a sloping lifting pad is formed between the side of the heated sleep pillow near the heating element mounting slot and the longitudinal side of the heated sleep pillow at its center.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment, the power supply and signal transmission lines are built into a concealed cable tray to realize the physical connection between the two pillows and the integrated control module for power supply and communication with the heated sleep pillow; the outer cover is a double-layer composite fabric outer cover with an anti-slip texture on its surface.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment, the flexible electric heating element is configured as a nickel-chromium alloy resistance wire heating element, and the integrated control module provides at least three temperature adjustment levels, with the heating temperature range controlled between 40°C and 50°C; the temperature sensor is used to monitor the temperature in real time and feed it back to the control module to achieve precise temperature control and overheat protection.

[0018] The technical effects and advantages of this invention are as follows:

[0019] 1. This invention integrates traction, massage, heat therapy and daily sleep support functions through a detachable and modular design; users can continuously receive gentle traction, heat therapy and intermittent massage in a long-term relaxed state such as sleep and rest, realizing a seamless integration of rehabilitation treatment and daily life, greatly improving the convenience of use and user experience.

[0020] 2. Based on cervical spine biomechanics research, this invention precisely sets the default height difference between the two pillows and the curvature of the functional pillow to ensure that the initial posture conforms to the physiological curvature of the cervical spine; it provides multiple height adjustments and various airbag configurations to suit users with different neck lengths, curvatures and tolerances; and it realizes alternating left and right traction and rapid intermittent pressure, providing a multi-dimensional, dynamic, biomimetic professional-grade massage and traction experience.

[0021] 3. This invention ensures gentle and safe traction by programmatically controlling the pressure, timing, and rhythm of airbag inflation and deflation; the time limit for unilateral pressure application and the rapid completion of the compression action by alternating left and right traction avoid discomfort or damage that may be caused by prolonged unidirectional stress, while effectively promoting the formation of negative pressure in the intervertebral space and local blood circulation; combined with controllable heat application, it further relaxes muscles and enhances the therapeutic effect. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure assembly of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a second-view schematic diagram of the overall structure assembly of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the traction function pillow structure of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the heated sleep pillow structure of the present invention.

[0026] The attached diagram is labeled as follows: 1 Traction function pillow, 2 Heated sleep pillow, 3 Built-in arrangement groove, 4 Preset placement groove, 5 Cylindrical memory foam pillow core, 6 Airbag unit, 7 Hidden cable groove, 8 Heating element mounting groove, 9 Embedded groove, 10 Lifting pad, 11 Cable hole. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0028] This invention provides, for example Figure 1-4The present invention is a combined neck airbag massage traction pillow, comprising a traction function pillow 1, a heated sleep pillow 2, and an integrated control module;

[0029] The traction pillow 1 and the heated sleep pillow 2 are physically combined via a detachable connection structure using a zipper assembly; specifically, as shown... Figure 1-2 As shown, matching zipper teeth are sewn onto the right side of the traction pillow 1 and the left side of the heated sleep pillow 2, forming a detachable zipper connector. When the zipper is closed (as shown in the image), the zipper will close when the pillow is closed. Figure 1 In its current state, the two pillows are tightly joined together to form a continuous support surface with varying heights. Simultaneously, the integrated wiring is conducted through concealed cable channels 7, enabling the integrated control module to power the heated sleep pillow 2 and transmit control signals. When the zipper is opened, the two pillows can be completely separated. The traction pillow 1 can be used alone for short-term traction massage during the day, while the heated sleep pillow 2 can also be used independently as a regular heated pillow, greatly enhancing the product's flexibility and adaptability to different scenarios.

[0030] The internal structure of the traction pillow 1 is a high-density, slow-rebound cylindrical memory foam core 5. This cylindrical memory foam core 5 not only provides basic support, but also features multiple precision-machined independent cavities (built-in arrangement grooves 3 and preset placement grooves 4), with the preset placement grooves 4 accommodating the airbag unit 6. A hidden cable groove 7 is located along the axial centerline of the bottom of the cylindrical memory foam core 5, used to neatly arrange the integrated circuitry connecting the air pump, solenoid valve assembly, airbag unit 6, and temperature sensor. This is completely invisible from the outside, ensuring a clean appearance and safe use. The entire cylindrical memory foam core 5, along with the heated sleep pillow 2, is wrapped in a double-layer composite fabric cover. The outer layer of this cover has a fine, non-slip texture, effectively preventing the user's head from slipping during use and ensuring precise transmission of traction and massage movements.

[0031] The heated sleep pillow 2 features a flexible support core material (such as memory foam or latex) that conforms to the curve of the human head. A flexible electric heating element is embedded in the heating element mounting slot 9. The heating element is formed by sewing nickel-chromium alloy resistance wire onto heat-resistant fiber cloth, ensuring even and safe heating. A temperature sensor is placed near the heating element to monitor the temperature of the heated area in real time.

[0032] The hardware of the integrated control module 3 includes a microprocessor, an air pump, a solenoid valve assembly for controlling each airbag unit 6, a power management circuit, a temperature acquisition circuit, key input, and display driver circuit. The air pump and solenoid valve assembly are typically housed in a small engineering plastic housing, which is fixed within the built-in arrangement slot 3. The control panel includes, but is not limited to, a display screen, height adjustment buttons, mode selection buttons, temperature adjustment buttons, and a power interface. The microprocessor stores various preset operating programs and can receive user commands to coordinate and control the start and stop of the air pump, the on / off sequence of each solenoid valve (to control the inflation and deflation of specific airbag units 6), and the power output of the heating element, thereby realizing complex traction, massage, and heating logic.

[0033] like Figure 3 As shown, in the default state of combined use (without inflated airbags), the static support height H1 provided by the cylindrical memory foam core 5 of the traction pillow 1 is approximately 90mm. The adjacent heated sleep pillow 2 has a support height H2 of approximately 70mm in the area where it connects with the traction pillow. Therefore, a default height difference of approximately 20mm is naturally formed between the two. The human cervical spine has a natural physiological lordosis in the sagittal plane. In the supine position, a certain amount of compensating support height is needed to maintain this physiological curvature. Setting the default height difference to 20mm is precisely to accurately match this physiological need, ensuring that the neck receives support that conforms to its natural curve when the user lies down, creating a favorable initial biomechanical environment for subsequent traction massage.

[0034] The core functional component of the traction pillow 1 is multiple sets of independently controllable airbag units 6. Inside the cylindrical memory foam pillow core 5, six independent airbag units 6 are symmetrically arranged circumferentially, three on each side and arranged longitudinally. The airbags are made of a highly elastic, low-permeability medical-grade TPU film. Each airbag unit 6 is connected to a dedicated solenoid valve in the solenoid valve group via an independent air passage and is supplied with air by an air pump. By controlling the opening and closing of different solenoid valves, independent inflation and deflation control of specific airbag units can be achieved. Furthermore, versions with different airbag configurations (such as 2, 4, 6, and 8 units) are available to meet different user needs, from simple to comprehensive. More airbags mean more precise zonal control, allowing for more accurate application of force to different cervical spine segments.

[0035] Users can select different traction levels using the height adjustment buttons. Based on the selected level, the control module inflates all airbag units 6 until the preset pressure is reached, raising the overall support height of the traction pillow 1 (memory foam height + airbag inflation height) to the target value. This provides users with a multi-level traction intensity selection, from gentle to noticeable. The temperature of the heated sleep pillow 2 can be controlled by switching between three levels: low (e.g., 40℃), medium (e.g., 45℃), and high (e.g., 50℃) using the temperature adjustment buttons.

[0036] The first stage is the "alternating left-right traction stage." In this stage, the control module controls the left and right airbag groups to work alternately. For example, the solenoid valve corresponding to the left airbag is opened first to inflate it, while the right airbag remains deflated or at low pressure. The left airbag inflates, gently pushing the user's head and neck to the right, creating a left-lateral traction effect. The inflation pressure and time are controlled, with the continuous pressure on one side strictly limited to within 5 seconds. After about 5 seconds, the left airbag begins to depressurize, while the right airbag begins to inflate, pushing the head and neck to the left. This cycle repeats, forming alternating left-right lateral flexion traction. This process simulates cervical spine lateral mobilization techniques in rehabilitation, effectively relieving tense joints and muscles on one side, promoting circulation in the intervertebral foramen area, and the alternating action avoids prolonged stretching of soft tissues on one side.

[0037] The second stage is the "intermittent pressure massage stage," in which the control module synchronizes the movements of all airbag units 6. Within a very short cycle (e.g., set to 1 second), the sequence of "inflation - holding for a very short time - rapid deflation" is quickly completed. The rapid expansion of the airbags slightly lifts the neck upwards, followed by rapid deflation, causing the neck to slightly drop under the weight of the head, producing a light pressure effect. This action is repeated multiple times. This process simulates the tapping or vibration techniques in massage, effectively relaxing deep muscles, stimulating micro-movements between cervical vertebrae, and potentially promoting the exchange of nutrients within the intervertebral discs.

[0038] The traction pillow 1 has a recessed groove 9 machined along its length at the center of its upper surface to support the neck. The two side walls of the recessed groove 9 are designed with a specific inclination angle (e.g., approximately 34.8°) to provide ample lateral support for users with larger neck circumferences, preventing the neck from being unsupported or compressing the ears. Simultaneously, the effective contact length of the recessed groove 9 along the long axis of the user's neck is similar to the average width of an adult male massage therapist's hand, allowing the product to simulate the fit and appropriate pressure distribution of a professional hand during static support and dynamic massage, significantly enhancing comfort and professional feel.

[0039] The working principle of this invention is summarized as follows:

[0040] The user places the assembled pillows on the bed surface, with the head on the heated sleep pillow 2, and the neck naturally falls into the recessed groove 9 of the traction pillow 1; the default 20mm height difference keeps the cervical spine in a good physiological lordosis starting position.

[0041] When the user starts the device and selects the desired traction height and heat temperature, the air pump and heating pads begin to work, entering the preset traction massage cycle.

[0042] During the alternating left and right traction phase, the neck undergoes regular left and right lateral flexion movements as the airbags inflate and deflate alternately, relaxing muscles and mobilizing small joints.

[0043] During the intermittent pressure massage phase, the neck receives rapid, gentle vertical pressure to relax muscles and promote microcirculation.

[0044] Throughout the process, the neck and occipital region receive continuous and appropriate heat application, which further promotes vasodilation and muscle relaxation, enhancing the traction massage effect.

[0045] After the program ends, the airbag unit can maintain static traction at a certain height or completely depressurize to return to the default support state, allowing the user to continue sleeping while receiving heat therapy. The zipper connection allows users to easily separate the two pillows for use as needed.

[0046] In summary, this invention, through its modular structure, biomechanical parameter design, and independent and precise control of multiple airbags, not only solves the problems of existing products such as limited functionality, poor adaptability, and disconnect from daily life, but also provides a safe, effective, comfortable, and highly personalized comprehensive neck care solution. It is especially suitable for family health care, assisted rehabilitation of cervical spondylosis, and preventive neck care for healthy individuals, and has enormous market potential and social value.

[0047] Finally, the following points should be noted: First, in the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise specified and limited, the terms "installation", "connection", and "linkage" should be interpreted broadly, and can be mechanical or electrical connections, or internal connections between two components, or direct connections. "Up", "down", "left", "right", etc. are only used to indicate relative positional relationships. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may change.

[0048] Secondly: The accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed in this invention only involve the structures involved in the embodiments disclosed in this invention. Other structures can refer to the general design. In the absence of conflict, the same embodiment and different embodiments of this invention can be combined with each other.

[0049] In conclusion, the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A combined neck airbag massage traction pillow, characterized in that: It includes a traction function pillow (1) and a heated sleep pillow (2). The traction function pillow (1) and the heated sleep pillow (2) are detachably connected by a zipper structure to form a continuous support surface with a preset height difference. Both the traction function pillow (1) and the heated sleep pillow (2) are covered with an outer cloth cover. The traction function pillow (1) includes a cylindrical memory foam pillow core (5), and the cylindrical memory foam pillow core (5) has an internal arrangement groove (3) along its axial direction. The cylindrical memory foam pillow core (5) has a preset placement groove (4) at the top center. Multiple independently inflatable airbag units (6) are symmetrically arranged in the preset placement groove (4). The cylindrical memory foam pillow core (5) and the heated sleep pillow (2) are both provided with hidden wire grooves (7) on their bottom surfaces. The heated sleep pillow (2) is provided with an embedded groove (9) in the center longitudinally. The embedded groove (9) is provided with a heating plate mounting groove (8) on the side away from the traction function pillow (1). A wire hole (11) is provided through the hidden wire groove (7) corresponding to the heated sleep pillow (2) in the heating plate mounting groove (8).

2. The combined neck airbag massage traction pillow according to claim 1, characterized in that: The airbag unit (6) is configured with an even number of inflatable airbags, symmetrically arranged in the preset placement groove (4); the number of inflatable airbags is configured as 2, 4, 6 or 8.

3. A combined neck airbag massage traction pillow according to claim 2, characterized in that: The heating element mounting slot (8) is equipped with a flexible electric heating element, and the built-in arrangement slot (3) is equipped with an integrated control module. The integrated control module includes an inflation / deflation solenoid valve and an air pump connected to the inflatable airbag, and the integrated control module also includes a temperature sensor electrically connected to the flexible electric heating element.

4. A combined neck airbag massage traction pillow according to claim 3, characterized in that: The traction pillow (1) and the heated sleep pillow (2) are matched with a zipper and a power and signal transmission line connecting the traction pillow (1) and the heated sleep pillow (2); when the zipper is closed, the traction pillow (1) and the heated sleep pillow (2) are physically connected, and the integrated control module provides power supply and communication to the heated sleep pillow (2); when the zipper is opened, the traction pillow (1) and the heated sleep pillow (2) are completely separated and used independently.

5. A combined neck airbag massage traction pillow according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cylindrical memory foam pillow core (5) has a support height of H1, and the heating sleep pillow (2) has a support height of H2 in the connection area of ​​the traction function pillow (1), and H1>H2, forming a default height difference ΔH=H1-H2.

6. A combined neck airbag massage traction pillow according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heated sleep pillow (2) forms a sloping lifting pad (10) between the side of the heated pad mounting groove (8) and the longitudinal side of the center of the heated sleep pillow (2).

7. A combined neck airbag massage traction pillow according to claim 4, characterized in that: The power and signal transmission lines are built into a hidden cable tray (7); the outer cover is a double-layer composite fabric outer cover with an anti-slip texture on its surface.

8. A combined neck airbag massage traction pillow according to claim 3, characterized in that: The flexible electric heating element is a nickel-chromium alloy resistance wire heating element, and the integrated control module provides at least three temperature adjustment levels, with the heating temperature range controlled between 40°C and 50°C.

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