Traditional Chinese medicine physical therapy hot compress temperature regulation and control device

By introducing a temperature sensor and a cooling fan into the traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress device, the problems of temperature fluctuation and overshoot are solved, achieving stable temperature control and uniform distribution, thus improving safety and therapeutic effect.

CN223958929UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03THE THIRD PEOPLES HOSPITAL OF ANJI COUNTY
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Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2024-12-03
Publication Date
2026-03-03

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Technical Problem

Existing TCM physiotherapy hot compress devices suffer from temperature fluctuations and overheating during the heating process, which may lead to burns, and the temperature control is unstable.

Method used

A temperature sensor is used to monitor the temperature inside the insulated bag in real time. A temperature controller is used in conjunction with carbon fiber heating wire to ensure that the temperature is stable near the set value and to cut off the power when the limit is exceeded. At the same time, a cooling fan and exhaust vents are used to prevent the temperature from getting too high.

Benefits of technology

It achieves stable control of the hot compress temperature, avoids burns, ensures even heat distribution, and improves safety and therapeutic effect.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a traditional Chinese medicine physical therapy hot compress temperature regulation and control device, which relates to the technical field of medical equipment and comprises a heat preservation bag and a traditional Chinese medicine placing bag, binding belts are arranged at the left end and the right end of the heat preservation bag, a control panel is assembled in the middle of an electric wire, and a temperature controller and an alarm prompter are arranged inside the front side of the heat preservation bag. The utility model has the advantages that the temperature sensor is used for detecting the temperature change in the thermal insulation bag in real time and transmitting a temperature signal to the temperature controller, so that the temperature controller compares a received actual temperature value with a set temperature value; when the temperature sensor detects that the temperature in the heat preservation bag reaches or exceeds a set safety upper limit value, the temperature controller is immediately switched on, a power supply of the carbon fiber heating wire is cut off, and the alarm prompter is started at the same time, so that the alarm prompter gives out an alarm prompt tone to remind a user to pay attention.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical equipment technology, specifically a temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress. Background Technology

[0002] Hot compress therapy involves placing a hot object, such as a hot water bottle or a hot towel, on the painful area to eliminate or reduce pain. This is an ancient form of hot compress therapy. It can dilate local capillaries, accelerate blood circulation, and play a role in reducing inflammation, swelling, cold and dampness, relieving pain, and eliminating fatigue.

[0003] The applicant discovered through a search that a Chinese patent discloses "A Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapeutic Hot Compress Device for Convenient Placement of Medicine Packs," with publication (announcement) number "CN216455594U." During the heating process, the heating wire continuously heats the bag, causing the temperature to exceed the safe range. This results in high temperatures inside the bag, leading to temperature fluctuations and overheating, and the high temperature can easily burn the user. Therefore, we propose a Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapeutic Hot Compress Temperature Control Device. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a temperature control device for hot compress therapy in traditional Chinese medicine.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress, comprising an insulated bag and a Chinese medicine storage bag, wherein the insulated bag is provided with binding straps at both ends, an electric wire is connected to the left side of the insulated bag, a control panel is installed in the middle of the electric wire, a temperature controller and an alarm indicator are provided inside the front of the insulated bag, an exhaust hole is provided on the left side of the insulated bag, and a cooling fan is installed on the top surface of the insulated bag.

[0006] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the restraint strap is made of elastic material, and three sets of Velcro are provided inside the restraint strap.

[0007] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the front end of the wire is equipped with a power plug, and the control panel is provided with a display screen and control buttons.

[0008] As a further embodiment of this invention: the alarm indicator is located on the lower left side of the temperature controller.

[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model: three sets of exhaust vents are provided, a dustproof net is provided at the connection between the exhaust vents and the inside of the insulation bag, and a protective ring is installed above the cooling fan.

[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the heat-insulating bag is provided with an outer layer and an inner layer, and a reflective heat-insulating layer is provided between the outer layer and the inner layer. The reflective heat-insulating layer is made of aluminum foil material. A temperature sensor is installed on the upper left side inside the heat-insulating bag. A carbon fiber heating wire is installed inside the heat-insulating bag. The carbon fiber heating wire adopts a woven mesh structure.

[0011] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the inside of the Chinese medicine storage bag is provided with a first breathable layer, the first breathable layer is tightly attached to the back of the heat preservation bag, the back of the Chinese medicine storage bag is provided with a second breathable layer, and the left side of the Chinese medicine storage bag is equipped with a zipper.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model by adopting the above technical solution are as follows:

[0013] 1. This utility model monitors the temperature change inside the heat-insulating bag in real time through a temperature sensor and transmits the temperature signal to the temperature controller. Therefore, the temperature controller compares the received actual temperature value with the set temperature value to ensure that the heat therapy temperature can be stably maintained near the set value. When the temperature sensor detects that the temperature inside the heat-insulating bag reaches or exceeds the set safety upper limit, the temperature controller immediately intervenes, cuts off the power supply to the carbon fiber heating wire, and activates the alarm indicator to emit an alarm sound to remind the user to pay attention.

[0014] 2. In this invention, after the carbon fiber heating wire is cut off by the temperature controller, the cooling fan is turned on at the same time. At this time, the cooling fan allows outside air to enter the heat preservation bag, pass around the heat preservation bag and internal components, and then be discharged from the exhaust port on the side. When the hot air is discharged from the exhaust port, it will drive the air flow inside the heat preservation bag, so that the heat inside the heat treatment medium is more evenly distributed. Therefore, the combined use of the exhaust port and the cooling fan reduces the temperature increase and effectively prevents the heat treatment temperature from being too high and causing burns to the human body.

[0015] Other advantages, objectives and features of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the following examination or study, or may be taught from the practice of this invention. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a frontal perspective three-dimensional schematic diagram of an embodiment of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a rear-view perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a front view schematic diagram of an embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the insulated bag in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the herbal medicine placement bag in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 6 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point P.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Insulated bag; 101. Outer layer; 102. Inner layer; 103. Reflective heat insulation layer; 104. Temperature sensor; 105. Carbon fiber heating wire; 2. Restraint strap; 3. Wire; 4. Control panel; 5. Temperature controller; 6. Alarm indicator; 7. Vent; 8. Cooling fan; 9. Herbal medicine storage bag; 901. First breathable layer; 10. Second breathable layer. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the description of these embodiments is for the purpose of helping to understand this utility model, but does not constitute a limitation on this utility model.

[0024] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the various embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0025] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 6 This utility model discloses a temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress, comprising an insulated bag 1 and a herbal medicine storage bag 9. The insulated bag 1 has binding straps 2 at both ends. An electric wire 3 is connected to the left side of the insulated bag 1, and a control panel 4 is mounted in the middle of the electric wire 3. A temperature controller 5 and an alarm indicator 6 are located inside the front of the insulated bag 1. An exhaust vent 7 is located on the left side of the insulated bag 1, and a cooling fan 8 is mounted on the top surface of the insulated bag 1. When the cooling fan 8 is activated, outside air enters the insulated bag 1, passes around the insulated bag 1 and its internal components, and then exits through the exhaust vent 7. When hot air exits through the exhaust vent 7, it causes airflow within the insulated bag 1, resulting in a more even distribution of heat within the hot compress medium. Therefore, the combined use of the exhaust vent 7 and the cooling fan 8 reduces the temperature increase.

[0026] In Example 1, the heat-insulating bag 1 is provided with an outer layer 101 and an inner layer 102. A reflective heat-insulating layer 103 is provided between the outer layer 101 and the inner layer 102. The reflective heat-insulating layer 103 is made of aluminum foil material. A temperature sensor 104 is installed on the upper left side inside the heat-insulating bag 1. A carbon fiber heating wire 105 is installed inside the heat-insulating bag 1. The carbon fiber heating wire 105 adopts a woven mesh structure.

[0027] Specifically, a reflective heat insulation layer 103 is provided between the inner layer 102 and the outer layer 101, which can reflect the heat inside the heat preservation bag 1 back to the heat treatment medium side, reducing heat loss to the outside, thereby greatly improving the heat preservation effect of the heat preservation bag 1. The temperature sensor 104 can monitor the temperature inside the heat preservation bag 1 in real time and transmit the detected signal to the temperature controller 5. At the same time, the carbon fiber heating wire 105 adopts a woven mesh structure, which can make the heat evenly distributed inside the heat preservation bag 1, ensuring that all areas inside the heat preservation bag 1 can be heated relatively evenly, avoiding local overheating.

[0028] In Example 2, the Chinese medicine storage bag 9 has a first breathable layer 901 inside, which is tightly attached to the back of the heat preservation bag 1. The Chinese medicine storage bag 9 has a second breathable layer 10 at the back, and a zipper is fitted on the left side of the Chinese medicine storage bag 9.

[0029] Specifically, the tight fit between the first breathable layer 901 and the heat-insulating bag 1 effectively transfers the heat generated by the carbon fiber heating wire 105 inside the heat-insulating bag 1 to the Chinese medicine placement bag 9. This allows the Chinese medicine to fully absorb the heat, ensuring the uniformity of temperature during hot compresses. Then, the second breathable layer 10 adheres to the human skin, ensuring close contact with the body while gently transferring the airflow containing the effective ingredients of the Chinese medicine and heat to the body surface. Therefore, the second breathable layer 10 not only promotes the deep penetration of heat, allowing the warming effect to penetrate deep into the skin, relieving muscle tension, and promoting blood circulation, but also ensures that the effective ingredients of the Chinese medicine can pass through smoothly and directly act on the meridians and acupoints of the body, thereby improving the therapeutic effect.

[0030] Working principle:

[0031] First, the user secures the heat-insulating bag 1 to the body's heat application area using the restraint strap 2. Then, the user plugs one end of the power cord 3 into a power source, connecting the heat-insulating bag 1 to the power supply. After power is on, the user sets the desired heat application temperature using the control buttons on the control panel 4. Once set, the temperature controller 5 activates the carbon fiber heating wire 105 to begin heating, and the temperature sensor 104 monitors the temperature changes inside the heat-insulating bag 1 in real time. The tight fit between the first breathable layer 901 and the heat-insulating bag 1 effectively transfers the heat generated by the carbon fiber heating wire 105 inside the heat-insulating bag 1 to the herbal medicine placement bag 9, allowing the herbal medicine to fully absorb the heat and ensuring uniform temperature during the heat application. The second breathable layer 10 adheres to the human skin, ensuring close contact with the body while gently transferring the airflow containing the effective ingredients of traditional Chinese medicine and heat to the body surface. Therefore, the second breathable layer 10 not only promotes the deep penetration of heat, allowing the warming effect to penetrate deep into the skin, relieving muscle tension and promoting blood circulation, but also ensures that the effective ingredients of traditional Chinese medicine can pass through smoothly and act directly on the meridians and acupoints of the body, thereby improving the therapeutic effect. At the same time, a reflective heat insulation layer 103 is set between the inner layer 102 and the outer layer 101, which can reflect the heat inside the heat preservation bag 1 back to the heat therapy medium side, reducing heat loss to the outside, thereby greatly improving the heat preservation effect of the heat preservation bag 1. At this point, the entire process is completed.

[0032] The terms "front," "back," "left," "right," "top," and "bottom" all refer to the figures in the accompanying drawings. Figure 1 Based on the perspective of the observer, the side of the device facing the observer is defined as the front, the left side of the observer is defined as the left, and so on.

[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0034] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings, but the present invention is not limited to the described embodiments.

[0035] For those skilled in the art, various changes, modifications, substitutions, and alterations to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model will still fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress, comprising an insulated bag (1) and a Chinese medicine storage bag (9), characterized in that: The heat-insulating bag (1) is provided with a binding strap (2) at both the left and right ends. The heat-insulating bag (1) is connected to an electric wire (3) on the left side. The control panel (4) is installed in the middle of the electric wire (3). The heat-insulating bag (1) is provided with a temperature controller (5) and an alarm indicator (6) inside the front. The heat-insulating bag (1) is provided with an exhaust hole (7) on the left side. The heat-insulating bag (1) is provided with a cooling fan (8) on the top surface.

2. The temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The restraint strap (2) is made of elastic material and has three sets of Velcro straps inside.

3. The temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front end of the wire (3) is equipped with a power plug, and the control panel (4) is equipped with a display screen and control buttons.

4. The temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The alarm indicator (6) is located below the left side of the temperature controller (5).

5. The temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The exhaust vent (7) is provided in three sets. A dustproof net is provided at the connection between the exhaust vent (7) and the inside of the heat preservation bag (1). A protective ring is installed above the cooling fan (8).

6. The temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heat-insulating bag (1) is provided with an outer layer (101) and an inner layer (102). A reflective heat-insulating layer (103) is provided between the outer layer (101) and the inner layer (102). The reflective heat-insulating layer (103) is made of aluminum foil. A temperature sensor (104) is installed on the upper left side inside the heat-insulating bag (1). A carbon fiber heating wire (105) is installed inside the heat-insulating bag (1). The carbon fiber heating wire (105) adopts a woven mesh structure.

7. The temperature control device for traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy hot compress according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Chinese medicine storage bag (9) has a first breathable layer (901) inside, which is tightly attached to the back of the heat preservation bag (1). The Chinese medicine storage bag (9) has a second breathable layer (10) at the back, and a zipper is fitted on the left side of the Chinese medicine storage bag (9).

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  • Traditional Chinese medicine physical therapy hot compress device convenient for placing medicine bag

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