Massage device

By designing the support plate, foot massage frame, and calf massage frame, and combining the actuator and ratchet rack mechanism, the problem of existing leg massage devices being unable to precisely adjust and fix the calf position is solved. This achieves the connection between customized massage and hip joint movement, improving the massage effect and convenience.

CN224166557UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28BODYFRIEND CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
BODYFRIEND CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-12-25
Publication Date
2026-04-28

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Technical Problem

Existing leg massage devices are difficult to precisely adjust according to the user's body shape and angle, resulting in the calf area not being fixed in the optimal position, affecting the massage effect. Furthermore, they lack the function of linking hip joint movement, which fails to maximize the massage effect.

Method used

A structure including a support plate, a foot massage part frame, and a calf massage part frame was designed. The calf massage part is raised, lowered, and fixed by connecting the frame and the actuator. Combined with the locking mechanism of the pawl and the rack, the calf position can be precisely adjusted and stably fixed.

Benefits of technology

It enables customized adjustment and stable fixation of the calf massage area, enhances the hip joint stretching effect, improves the convenience and effectiveness of massage, and adapts to the body shape and angle needs of different users.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a massage device. The massage device comprises a leg massage part, wherein the legs of a user can be inserted into the leg massage part. The leg massage unit may comprise: a support plate provided so as to be axially rotatable; the foot massage part frame is located on the lower side of the supporting plate; the connecting frame is combined with the foot massage part frame and can ascend and descend along the supporting plate; and a shank massage unit frame disposed on the upper side of the connection frame.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a massage device, and more particularly to a massage device having a structure that can adjust and fix the position of the calf massage part to match the user's body condition. Background Technology

[0002] Massage is a medical aid that uses stimulation of specific parts of the body to relieve muscle tension, promote blood circulation, and alleviate fatigue. Recently, due to economic and time constraints, there has been a significant increase in demand for automated massage devices that can be easily used at home. These devices are not simply providing massage, but are increasingly evolving towards offering user-customizable positional adjustments and precise massage functions.

[0003] Traditional leg massagers have limitations in terms of freely adjusting the position and angle of the legs, especially in effectively supporting and massaging the calves. Since each user's calf length, body shape, and leg angle are different, it's difficult to achieve the best massage effect without adjusting the calf position or making precise adjustments. For example, when massaging the calves, it's difficult to fix the calf in the appropriate position or support it at a specific angle according to the user's bending angle, resulting in the inability to fully realize the massage effect.

[0004] Furthermore, the organic connection between the legs and hip joints is crucial, but previous massage devices lacked this connection function. Therefore, users could not naturally move their hip joints while comfortably massaging their calves. Hip joint movement helps improve lower body flexibility, relieves tension in the calf and thigh muscles, and the natural adjustment of hip joint position and movement plays an important role in calf massage. However, previous devices lacked mechanisms for precisely adjusting the angle and position of the legs, including the hip joint, limiting the ability of users to achieve optimal massage results at specific angles.

[0005] Therefore, there is a need for a new type of massage device with a structure that can smoothly move the lower leg and fix it when necessary, while also being correlated with hip joint movement. A technological solution is needed that allows users to maximize the massage effect in optimal posture and angle by organically adjusting the position of the hip joint and lower leg. Utility Model Content

[0006] Problems to be solved by utility models

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to precisely adjust the position of the calf massage part to a user-customized shape and fix it stably, so that the calf and hip joint can perform soft movements and maximize the stretching and massage effect of the hip joint.

[0008] means for solving problems

[0009] This utility model, designed to solve the aforementioned problems, relates to a massage device, including a leg massager into which a user's leg can be inserted. The leg massager may include: a support plate configured to rotate on an axis; a foot massager frame located below the support plate; a connecting frame connected to the foot massager frame and capable of moving up and down along the support plate; and a calf massager frame disposed above the connecting frame.

[0010] According to an embodiment of the present invention, as the connecting frame rises, the calf massage part frame can be supported by the connecting frame and rise together.

[0011] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a fixing part is included, which can fix the calf massage part frame according to its height; the fixing part may include: a first fixing part, which is connected to the calf massage part frame through a first hinge shaft; and a second fixing part, which is disposed on the support plate and is formed to be connected to the first fixing part.

[0012] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the support plate includes: a first guide groove, to which the calf massage part frame is vertically and flexibly connected; and a second guide groove, to which the connecting frame is vertically and flexibly connected.

[0013] According to an embodiment of the present invention, it may include: a telescopic actuator disposed between the foot massage frame and the support plate, so as to raise and lower the foot massage frame relative to the support plate.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, it may include: a first tension spring, the lower end of the first tension spring being connected to the support plate, and the upper end of the first tension spring being connected to the calf massage part frame.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first fixing part includes a pawl that is coupled to the calf massage part frame; the second fixing part includes a rack formed on the support plate and having a plurality of protrusions capable of engaging with the pawl.

[0016] According to an embodiment of the present invention, it may include: a second tension spring, one side of which is connected to the calf massage part frame, and the first fixing part is connected to the other side of the second tension spring through a second hinge shaft; the first fixing part is pulled towards the second fixing part by the second tension spring.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in order to operate the second tension spring, the second hinge shaft can be closer to the second fixing part than the first hinge shaft.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the plurality of protrusions of the rack include a plurality of locking protrusions for locking the pawl and an upper protrusion, and the upper protrusion pushes the pawl so that the second hinge axis is further away from the rack than the first hinge axis, thereby allowing the pawl to return to its initial rotational position.

[0019] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the upper protrusion is formed at the upper end of the plurality of locking protrusions and may protrude further than the locking protrusions.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the present invention, it may include: a first stop member, formed on the upper side of the second fixing part and supporting the back of the first fixing part.

[0021] According to an embodiment of the present invention, it may include: a second stop member located at the lower end of the second fixing part, which causes the first fixing part to rotate when the first fixing part descends; the first fixing part contacts the second stop member, thereby rotating the first fixing part so that the second hinge axis is closer to the second fixing part than the first hinge axis.

[0022] According to an embodiment of the present invention, it may include: a control unit that adjusts the position of the foot massage unit frame relative to the support plate by driving the actuator.

[0023] Utility Model Effect

[0024] According to this invention, a customized massage can be achieved by precisely adjusting and fixing the position of the calf massage unit to match the user's body conditions. In particular, the simplified structure and reduced size of the device through the actuator facilitates assembly and use, while the calf massage unit is stably fixed in position by a rack and pinion. Furthermore, the design utilizes a tension spring to allow the calf massage unit to naturally return to its original position, enabling effective position adjustment and fixation without the need for an additional drive motor.

[0025] This design allows for position adjustment to match the user's leg length or body type, providing a more effective massage by increasing hip joint stretch. Furthermore, the ease of use is enhanced by the ability to easily change and fix the position of the calf massage area, thus providing optimal massage results for a wide range of users. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the massage device 100 according to the present invention.

[0027] Figure 2 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The main frame diagram is 1100.

[0028] Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the constituent elements of a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 4 This is a diagram illustrating the driving method of a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 5 (a) and Figure 5 (b) is a diagram showing the movement of the foot massage unit and the calf massage unit while the leg massage unit is rotated according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 6 The diagram shows the leg massage part of the massage device according to the present invention, and an enlarged view of the contact portion between the connecting frame and the calf massage part frame is shown.

[0032] Figure 7 (a) and Figure 7 (b) is a diagram showing the initial state of the leg massage part and the lowered state of the foot massage part frame according to the present invention.

[0033] Figure 8 This is a diagram showing the pawl and rack structure in the leg massage unit according to the present invention for adjusting the position of the calf massage unit frame.

[0034] Figure 9 This is a diagram showing the initial rotational state of the pawl in contact with the rack.

[0035] Figure 10 This is a diagram showing the state of the pawl being pulled by the second tension spring.

[0036] Figure 11 (a) to Figure 11 (c) is a diagram showing the rising process of the pawl in the locking structure according to the present invention.

[0037] Figure 12 (a) to Figure 12 (c) is immediately following Figure 11 The diagram illustrates the process of the pawl descending after initializing its rotational position at the top.

[0038] Figure 13 (a) to Figure 13 (b) is immediately following Figure 12 The diagram illustrates the process of the pawl returning to its initial state after descent.

[0039] Figure 14 (a) to Figure 14(d) is a diagram showing, in sequence, the basic position of the leg massage part according to the present invention, the 40mm fixed position of the lower leg, the position where the foot is lowered after the 40mm fixed position of the lower leg, and the state in which the lower leg is set at the maximum height of 70mm.

[0040] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0041] 100: Massage device; 1100: Main frame; 1120: Seat frame; 2000: Leg massage unit; 2100: Calf massage unit; 2110: Shaft; 2120: Shaft housing; 2200: Foot massage unit; 2210: Roller massage unit; 2300: Support plate; 2300A: First support plate; 2300B: Second support plate; 2310: Guide groove; 2311: First guide groove; 2312: Second guide groove; 2320: Fixed frame; 2400: Foot massage unit frame; 2500: Connecting frame; 2500A: First connecting frame 2500B: Second connecting frame; 2600: Calf massage unit frame; 2610: Mounting part; 2700: Actuator; 2810: First tension spring; 2811: Second tension spring; 2811a: Spring connecting shaft; 2910: Pawl; 2911: First hinge shaft; 2912: Second hinge shaft; 2920: Rack; 2921: Protrusion; 2921A: Locking protrusion; 2921B: Upper protrusion; 2930: First stop; 2940: Second stop; 2941: Bracket; AX1: Rotation center shaft Detailed Implementation

[0042] The objectives, features, and advantages of this invention become clearer through the following embodiments related to the accompanying drawings. The specific structures and functional descriptions below are merely illustrative of embodiments based on the concept of this invention. These embodiments can be implemented in various ways and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments described in this specification or application.

[0043] Based on the embodiments of the present invention, various modifications and methods can be applied, therefore specific embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings and described in detail in this specification or application. However, this is not to limit the embodiments of the present invention to the specific disclosure, but should be understood to include all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions contained within the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[0044] While terms such as "first" and "second" can be used to describe various constituent elements, the constituent elements are not limited to these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish one constituent element from another; for example, without departing from the scope of this invention, a first constituent element may be named a second constituent element, and similarly, a second constituent element may be named a first constituent element.

[0045] When referring to a constituent element as "connected" or "combined" with another constituent element, it should be understood as meaning that it can be directly connected or combined with the other constituent element, and other constituent elements may exist between them. On the other hand, when referring to a constituent element as "directly connected" or "directly combined" with another constituent element, it should be understood as meaning that no other constituent elements exist between them. Other expressions used to describe the relationship between constituent elements, such as "located between" and "between" or "adjacent to" and "directly adjacent to," should also be interpreted in the same way.

[0046] The terminology used in this specification is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, singular expressions include plural expressions. Terms such as "comprising" or "having" in this specification are used to specify the presence of the described features, numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof, and do not presuppose the presence or additional possibilities of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof.

[0047] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used in this specification, including technical or scientific terms, shall have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. Commonly used, predefined terms shall be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art, and shall not be construed as having an ideal or overly formal meaning unless expressly defined in this specification.

[0048] In this specification, an actuator refers to a structure capable of providing driving force. For example, an actuator may include, but is not limited to, a motor, a linear motor, an electric motor, a direct current (DC) motor, an alternating current (AC) motor, a linear actuator, an electric actuator, etc.

[0049] In this specification, binaural beats may refer to a specific type of audio information that can control brainwaves.

[0050] In this specification, according to one embodiment, a massage device may refer to a massage device that includes a body massage section and a leg massage section. Alternatively, according to another embodiment, the body massage section and the leg massage section may exist as separate, independent devices (e.g., a body massage device and a leg massage device), and the massage device may refer to either a body massage device or a leg massage device.

[0051] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0052] Figure 1 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the massage device 100 according to the present invention.

[0053] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a body massage section 1000, which forms an area for accommodating at least a portion of a user's body and massaging the user's body; and a leg massage section 2000, which massages the user's legs.

[0054] The body massage unit 1000 is capable of providing massage to at least a part of a user's body. The body massage unit 1000 may include: a massage module 1700 for providing massage function to at least a part of the user's body; an audio output unit 1500 for providing audio output to the user in any form; a main frame 1100 for forming the frame of the body massage unit 1000; and a user input unit 1400 for receiving input in any form from the user.

[0055] The structures of the body massage unit 1000 described above are merely exemplary embodiments. In addition to the aforementioned structures, the body massage unit 1000 may also include a variety of other structures.

[0056] In addition, such as Figure 1 The shape and structure of the massage device 100 shown are merely examples. Various forms of massage devices 100 should also fall within the scope of this utility model without departing from the scope of the claims.

[0057] The body massage unit 1000 can be formed into a space of any shape to accommodate the user. The body massage unit 1000 can have a space with a shape corresponding to the user's body. For example, as... Figure 1 As shown, the body massage unit 1000 can be implemented in a seated type that can accommodate the whole body or part of the body of the user 10.

[0058] The part of the body massage unit 100 that contacts the ground may include any material or component for increasing friction (e.g., anti-slip mat, etc.) and may include wheels for enhancing the mobility of the massage device 100.

[0059] At least a portion of the body massage unit 1000 can slide. For example, when the body massage unit 1000 begins to massage, at least a portion of the body massage unit 1000 can slide forward. Additionally, the body massage unit 1000 can tilt backward. As a result, the body massage unit 1000 can provide massage while tilted backward.

[0060] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include at least one airbag. The airbag may be located in the user's shoulder area, pelvic area, arm massage area 3000, leg massage area 2000, etc., but is not limited thereto, and may be configured in multiple parts of the massage device 100.

[0061] The massage device 100 may include an air supply unit (not shown) capable of inflating an airbag by supplying air to it. The air supply unit may be located inside the body massage unit 1000 or in the leg massage unit 2000. Alternatively, the air supply unit may be located outside the massage device 100.

[0062] The leg massage unit 2000 can provide leg massage to the user. For example, the leg massage unit 2000 may include a calf massage unit 2100 for massaging the user's calves and / or a foot massage unit 2200 for massaging the user's feet.

[0063] The leg massage unit 2000 can adjust its length according to the user's body characteristics. For example, when a tall user uses the massage device 100, the leg massage unit 2000 needs to be longer because of the longer calves. Conversely, when a short user uses the massage device 100, the leg massage unit 2000 needs to be shorter because of the shorter calves. Therefore, the leg massage unit 2000 can provide a leg massage that matches the user's height.

[0064] Reference Figure 1 Multiple leg massage units 2000 can be set up, and user 10's right and left feet can respectively access multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B. Multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B can be driven independently. Details related to the leg massage units 2000 will be explained in detail later.

[0065] The massage module 1700 can be installed inside the body massage unit 1000 to provide any form of mechanical stimulation to the user accommodated in the body massage unit 1000. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the massage module 1700 can move along the main frame 1100 disposed inside the body massage unit 1000.

[0066] For example, a rack 1112 may be provided on the main frame 1100 of the body massage unit 1000, and the massage module 1700 can provide mechanical stimulation to various parts of the user's body while moving along the rack 1112. The massage module 1700 may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit, but is not limited to these.

[0067] The main frame 1100 forms the internal structure of the body massage part 1000 and can be made of materials such as metal or plastic. For example, the main frame 1100 can be made of iron, alloy, steel, etc., but is not limited to these, and can also be made of various hard materials.

[0068] Reference Figure 3 According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include an audio output module 1500.

[0069] The audio output module 1500 can be located in various positions. For example, the audio output module 1500 may include multiple output units, such as an upper audio output unit located on the upper end of the seat part 1000a that contacts the user, a front audio output unit attached to the front end of the left and right arm massage parts 3000 of the seat part 1000a, and / or a rear audio output unit attached to the rear end of the arm massage parts 3000, etc., but not limited to these.

[0070] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the seat portion 1000a of the massage device 100 may include: an upper body support portion for supporting the upper body of the user; and a lower body support portion for supporting the lower body of the user.

[0071] The upper body support contacts the user's upper body (specifically, from the head to the waist, etc.) and supports the user's body, while the lower body support contacts the lower area of ​​the upper body support (e.g., the buttocks, thighs, etc.) and supports the user's body.

[0072] In addition, the audio output module 1500 can provide stereo sound such as 5.1 channels, but is not limited to this.

[0073] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a user can control the massage device 100 using a massage device control device CD. The massage device control device CD can be connected to the massage device 100 via wired and / or wireless communication.

[0074] The massage device control device CD may include, but is not limited to, a remote controller, a cellular phone, a personal digital assistant (PDA), etc., and may include various electronic devices that can be connected to the massage device 100 via wired or wireless communication.

[0075] Figure 2 It is used for explanation Figure 1 The main frame diagram of 1100, Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the constituent elements of a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0076] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage device 100 may include at least one of the following: a main frame 1100, a control unit 1200, a storage unit 1300, a user input unit 1400, an audio output module 1500, a network connection unit 1600, and a massage module 1700.

[0077] The main frame 1100 may be a component that forms the skeleton of the body massage part 1000. According to one embodiment of the present invention, the main frame 1100 may include: a body frame on which a massage module 1700 is provided; and a base frame 1130 that supports the body frame.

[0078] The body frame (without reference numerals) may include: a back frame 1110, forming the skeleton of the user's upper body; and a seat frame 1120, forming the skeleton of the seat.

[0079] At least a portion of the body frame may be provided with a rack 1112. The rack 1112 is used to guide the body massage module in the up-down direction (towards...). Figure 2 The component that moves (based on a reference) may include multiple valleys and multiple ridges.

[0080] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the rack 1112 can be arranged in opposite shapes on both sides of the body frame (specifically, the back frame 1110 and the seat frame 1120), and the body massage module can move along the rack 1112.

[0081] For example, the body massage module may include a gear that meshes with the rack 1112, which, due to the rotation of an actuator disposed in the body massage module, allows the body massage module to move up or down.

[0082] The rack 1112 can be made of metal or plastic. For example, the rack 1112 can be made of iron, steel, alloy, reinforced plastic, melamine resin, phenolic resin, etc., but is not limited to these.

[0083] Body frames can be implemented in a variety of shapes. For example, based on their shape, body frames can be classified as S-frames, L-frames, S&L frames, and double S&L frames, but are not limited to these.

[0084] An S-frame is a frame in which at least a portion of the body frame includes a shape that curves like an "S". An L-frame is a frame in which at least a portion of the body frame includes a shape that curves like an "L". An S&L frame is a frame in which both shapes curve like an "S" and shapes curve like an "L". A double S&L frame is a frame in which both shapes curve like an "L" and two parts curve like an "S".

[0085] The base frame 1130 refers to the part of the main frame 1100 that supports the body frame and is in contact with the ground. The base frame 1130 may include an upper base frame 1131 and a lower base frame 1132.

[0086] The upper base frame 1131 can support the body frame, and the lower base frame 1132 can be connected to the ground. In addition, the upper base frame 1131 can be set in a manner that connects to the lower base frame 1132.

[0087] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the upper base frame 1131 is movable along the lower base frame 1132. For example, the upper base frame 1131 is capable of sliding forward or backward along the lower base frame 1132. In this case, the body frame is connected to the upper base frame 1131, thereby being able to move as the upper base frame 1131 moves.

[0088] For example, when the upper base frame 1131 moves forward, the body frame can also move forward together; when the upper base frame 1131 moves backward, the body frame can also move backward together. This allows the body massage unit 1000 to slide.

[0089] The control unit 1200 can control the operation of the massage device 100. The control unit 1200 can be implemented by one processor or by multiple processors. When the control unit 1200 is implemented by multiple processors, at least some of the multiple processors can be located at physically spaced distances from each other. Furthermore, the control unit 1200 can be implemented in various ways, without limitation.

[0090] For example, the control unit 1200 may correspond to one or more processors. The processor may be implemented by an array of multiple logic gates, or by a combination of a general-purpose microprocessor and a memory storing a program executable in the microprocessor. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will understand that other types of hardware can be used to implement this.

[0091] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the control unit 1200 can control the operation of the massage device 100.

[0092] For example, the massage device 100 may include a plurality of actuators, and the massage device 100 may control the action of the massage device 100 by controlling the action of the plurality of actuators.

[0093] For example, the massage device 100 may include at least one of the following: a massage module movement actuator, at least one actuator included in the massage module 1700, a back angle actuator, a leg angle actuator, a foot massage actuator, a leg length adjustment actuator, and a sliding actuator. The control unit 1200 can control the operation of the massage device 100 by controlling these actuators.

[0094] In this specification, "leg length adjustment actuator" may refer to the connecting drive unit 2300 provided on the leg massage unit 2000. The structure of the connecting drive unit 2400 will be described in detail later.

[0095] The massage module movement actuator is an actuator that enables the massage module 1700 to move up and down. Through the action of the massage module movement actuator, the massage module 1700 can move along the rack 1112.

[0096] The back angle actuator is an actuator that adjusts the angle of the part of the user's back that contacts the massage device 100. The back angle of the massage device 100 can be adjusted by the movement of the back angle actuator.

[0097] The leg angle actuator is an actuator used to adjust the angle of the leg massage section 2000 of the massage device 100. The angle between the leg massage section 2000 and the body massage section 1000 can be adjusted by the action of the leg angle actuator.

[0098] The foot massage actuator is an actuator used to actuate the foot massage module within the leg massage unit 2000, specifically the foot massage unit. By using the foot massage actuator, the massage device 100 can provide foot massage to the user.

[0099] The massage module 1700 may include at least one actuator, and the control unit 1200 may provide a variety of massage actions by activating at least one actuator. For example, the control unit 1200 may provide tapping massage, kneading massage, etc. by activating at least one actuator in the massage module 1700, and is not limited thereto, and may provide a variety of massage actions.

[0100] The leg length adjustment actuator, also known as the drive unit 2300, is an actuator used to adjust the length of the leg massage unit 2000. For example, the control unit 1200 can use the leg length adjustment actuator to adjust the length of the leg massage unit 2000 to suit the user, so that the user can receive a massage that is suitable for their body type.

[0101] Specifically, the leg massage unit 2000 includes a support plate 2300, a calf massage unit 2100, and the foot massage unit and the calf massage unit 2100 are movable on the support plate 2300. This will be explained in detail later.

[0102] The sliding actuator enables the massage device 100 to perform sliding movements. For example, by means of the movement of the sliding actuator, the upper frame 1131 of the horizontal base can move forward or backward, and as a result, the body frame connected to the upper frame 1131 of the horizontal base can also move forward or backward.

[0103] The storage unit 1300 can store various information related to the massage device 100. For example, the storage unit 1300 may include massage control information, and may also include personal authentication information, but is not limited thereto.

[0104] The storage unit 1300 can be implemented using a non-volatile storage medium capable of continuously storing arbitrary data. For example, the storage unit 1300 may include not only disks, optical disks, and magneto-optical storage devices, but also storage devices based on flash memory and / or battery backup memory, but is not limited to these.

[0105] Additionally, the storage unit 1300 may include a memory. The memory may be a main storage device directly accessed by the processor, such as random access memory (RAM) like dynamic random access memory (DRAM) or static random access memory (SRAM), and is a volatile storage device whose stored information is instantly erased when the power is turned off, but is not limited to this. This memory can be operated via the control unit 1200.

[0106] The user input unit 1400 can receive commands related to the motion control of the massage device 100 from the user. The user input unit 1400 can be implemented in various forms. For example, the user input unit 1400 can be provided in the body massage unit 1000, the leg massage unit 2000, and the arm massage unit 3000, but is not limited thereto.

[0107] The massage device 100 can obtain various commands from the user through the user input unit 1400. For example, the massage device 100 can receive any commands, but is not limited to, regarding the selection of massage module, massage mode, massage intensity, massage time, massage area, position and movement of the body massage unit 1000, on / off power supply of the massage device 100, whether to activate the heating function, and audio source playback.

[0108] As an optional embodiment, the user input unit 1400 may have various buttons in the form of hot keys and / or option buttons for selecting, canceling, or inputting execution directions, depending on preset user settings or its own preset functions.

[0109] The user input unit 1400 can be implemented using a keyboard, dome switch, touchpad (static / electrostatic), rotary switch, etc., but is not limited to these. Alternatively, the user input unit 1400 can acquire commands based on the user's voice using voice recognition technology.

[0110] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the user input unit 1400 may include a display for displaying the operating status of the massage device 100 or the user's current state. In this case, the display may include at least one of a liquid crystal display (LCD), a thin film transistor-liquid crystal display (TFT LCD), an organic light-emitting diode (OLED), a flexible display, and a 3D display, but is not limited thereto.

[0111] The audio output module 1500 is capable of providing audio output to the user in any form. For example, the audio output module 1500 can provide brain stimulation to the user by outputting the optimal sound source and / or binaural beats for the massage mode provided by the massage device 100. The audio output module 1500 can output audio signals received via a network (not shown) or stored in internal / external storage media (not shown).

[0112] For example, the audio output module 1500 can output audio sources controlled by the user terminal via a network connection (e.g., Bluetooth connection). Additionally, the audio output module 1500 can output any form of sound signal generated in association with the operation of the massage device 100.

[0113] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a massage device 100 may include a network connection unit 1600. The network connection unit 1600 can communicate with modules inside the massage device 100, external massage devices, and / or user terminals via any type of network.

[0114] The network connection unit 1600 may include a wired / wireless connection module for connecting to a network. Wireless connection technologies may include, for example, Wireless LAN (WLAN) (Wi-Fi), Wireless Broadband (Wibro), World Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX), High Speed ​​Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), etc.

[0115] Wired connection technologies such as Digital Subscriber Line (xDSL), Fiber to the Home (FTTH), and Power Line Communication (PLC) can be used. Additionally, the network connection unit 1600 may include a short-range communication module capable of sending and receiving data with any nearby device / terminal. Examples of short-range communication technologies include Bluetooth, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Infrared Data Association (IrDA), Ultra Wideband (UWB), and ZigBee, but are not limited to these.

[0116] As described above, a massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a massage module 1700. That is, the massage module 1700 is a structure that provides mechanical stimulation to the user, and the massage module 1700 can move along the main frame 1100.

[0117] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a main frame 1100. For example... Figures 1 to 3 The main frame 1100 can provide a movable path for the massage module 1700.

[0118] The control unit 1200 can control the movement of the massage module 1700 to apply mechanical stimulation to the user to provide a massage.

[0119] The control unit 1200 can move the massage module 1700 along the X, Y, and Z axes. The control unit 1200 can also move the massage ball forward or backward along the X, Y, and Z axes. Alternatively, the control unit 1200 can rotate the massage ball around the X, Y, and Z axes.

[0120] A massage device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a sensor unit 1800. In this case, the sensor unit 1800 may include at least one sensor. For example, the sensor unit 1800 may include a touch sensor, a pressure sensor, an infrared sensor, an LED sensor, a light sensor, a Hall sensor, an electrostatic sensor, etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0121] The sensor unit 1800 can be used to acquire various types of information. For example, the sensor unit 1800 can be used to identify a user. That is, it can acquire information such as whether the user is seated, the user's body type, and whether the user has any physical abnormalities. As another example, the sensor unit 1800 can be used to acquire biometric information. That is, it can acquire fingerprint information, facial information, voice information, iris information, weight information, electrocardiogram information, body composition information, etc., but is not limited to these, and can include various types of biometric information.

[0122] As an optional embodiment, the massage device 100 can sense the contact area and / or contact position with the user through the sensor unit 1800.

[0123] In addition, the massage device 100 can obtain the user's shoulder position information through the sensor unit 1800.

[0124] Furthermore, the massage device 100 can provide personalized massage based on the acquired information. For example, when the massage device 100 provides a shoulder massage, it identifies the user's shoulder position based on the information acquired by the sensor unit 1800, and can provide a shoulder massage to the user based on the identification result.

[0125] The leg massage unit 2000 can be configured to massage the user's legs. The leg massage unit 2000 may have a leg-accommodating space for accommodating the user's legs. (See reference) Figure 1 and Figure 4 Multiple leg massage units 2000 can be provided, and each of the multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B can accommodate the user's right foot and left foot respectively.

[0126] Specifically, the multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B may include a foot massage unit 2200 and a calf massage unit 2100, respectively, and can be inserted into, placed in and accommodate the user's right foot and left foot.

[0127] Figure 4This is a diagram illustrating the driving method of a massage device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0128] Reference Figure 4 Multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B can receive electrical signals from the control unit 1200 to be driven independently.

[0129] Multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B are optionally rotatably connected to the main frame 1100.

[0130] The power generated in the hinge drive unit 2001, which will be described later, is transmitted to the support plate 2300. The leg massage unit 2000 hinges (or rotates) in a clockwise and / or counterclockwise direction with reference to the rotation center axis AX1 preset on the main frame 1100, thereby adjusting the leg angle.

[0131] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 5 of (a), Figure 5 (b) The hinge drive unit 2001 can be respectively installed on multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B.

[0132] Therefore, as Figure 4 As shown, various modifications can be implemented, such as adjusting the leg angle by rotating only one of the multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B relative to the main frame 1100, or adjusting the leg angle by making the multiple leg massage units 2000A and 2000B form the same angle relative to the main frame 1100.

[0133] Figure 5 (a) and Figure 5 (b) is a diagram showing the movement of the foot massage unit and the calf massage unit while the leg massage unit is rotated according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0134] First refer to Figure 5 (a) and Figure 5 (b) will be used to briefly describe the drive mechanism of the leg massage part of this utility model.

[0135] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the leg massage unit 2000 can rotate relative to the main frame 1100 (specifically the seat frame 1120) by the power generated by the hinge drive unit 2001. That is, by taking the longitudinal central axis of the leg massage unit 2000 (specifically the shaft 2110) as the rotation center axis AX1, the leg massage unit 2000 can rotate relative to the seat frame 1120 by a preset angle.

[0136] Reference Figure 5 (a) and Figure 5(b) According to an embodiment of the present invention, the leg massage unit 2000 is configured to rotate relative to the main frame 1100 (particularly the seat frame 1120) by means of the power generated by the hinge drive unit 2001. Specifically, the leg massage unit 2000 can form a rotation center axis AX1 with reference to the longitudinal central axis of the axis 2110 and rotate relative to the seat frame 1120 by a preset angle.

[0137] In addition, such as Figure 5 (a) and Figure 5 As shown in (b), with the leg massage unit 2000 rotated relative to the seat frame 1120, the foot massage unit 2200 for inserting the user's feet and the calf massage unit 2100 for preventing the lower legs from touching can move on the support plate 2300, thus providing leg length adjustment and stretching functions to match the leg length of the user seated in the massage device 100. The specific working principle associated with this will be explained in more detail later.

[0138] Figure 6 The diagram shows the leg massage section of the massage device according to the present invention, and an enlarged view of the portion where the connecting frame contacts the calf massage section frame. Figure 7 (a) and Figure 7 (b) is a diagram showing the initial state of the leg massage part and the lowered state of the foot massage part frame according to the present invention.

[0139] Reference Figure 6 and Figure 7 (a) and Figure 7 (b) will provide a detailed description of each component of the leg massage unit 2000 according to the present invention.

[0140] The leg massage unit 2000 according to this utility model may include a calf massage unit 2100 (see reference). Figure 5 ), foot massage part 2200, support plate 2300, foot massage part frame 2400, connecting frame 2500, calf massage part frame 2600, actuator 2700.

[0141] The calf massage unit 2100 is fixedly attached to the front of the calf massage unit frame 2600. Therefore, when the calf massage unit frame 2600 moves up and down along the support plate 2300, the calf massage unit 2100 will also move together.

[0142] like Figure 5 (a) and Figure 5 As shown in (b), the leg massage unit 2000 is configured to rotate relative to the main frame 1100 (particularly the seat frame 1120) by the power generated by the hinge drive unit 2001. A rotation center axis AX1 is formed with reference to the longitudinal center axis of the axis 2110 (see reference). Figure 4 The leg massage unit 2000 can rotate at a preset angle relative to the seat frame 1120.

[0143] Therefore, the calf massage unit 2100 can adjust the rotation angle relative to the seat frame to match the user's body shape or leg length, providing a suitable calf massage angle for the user sitting on the massage device.

[0144] The calf massage unit 2100 has a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit at the calf area, which can provide various massage methods. In particular, when the calf massage unit frame 2600 is fixed in front of the calf massage unit frame 2600 and moves up and down with the support plate 2300, the calf massage unit 2100 still moves along the same trajectory, so that it can be aligned with the user's desired position for calf massage.

[0145] The foot massage unit 2200, as a component designed for effectively massaging the user's feet in this invention, is fixed to the foot massage unit frame 2400. Since the foot massage unit 2200 may include a ball massage unit or a roller massage unit 2210, it can provide concentrated stimulation to the user's soles and surrounding areas by providing various massage rotations.

[0146] The foot massage unit 2200, as a component of this invention for massaging the user's feet, is fixed to the foot massage unit frame 2400. The foot massage unit 2200 may include various components to provide a massage effect tailored to the user's soles, specifically implemented using components such as ball massage units or roller massage units. Thus, a structure that effectively stimulates the soles of the feet is provided.

[0147] The support plate 2300 extends in the height direction of the leg massage unit 2000 and is designed to guide the calf massage unit frame 2600 and the connecting frame 2500 within the same track structure. This efficiently raises and lowers the leg massage unit 2000 and stably supports it. At the upper end of the support plate 2300, the shaft 2110 (see reference...) Figure 5 The support plate 2300 is combined with the shaft housing 2120 so that the support plate 2300 can rotate about the shaft 2110. The support plate 2300 rotates by the power generated by the hinge drive unit 2001, so the leg massage unit 2000 as a whole can rotate relative to the main frame 1100.

[0148] The support plate 2300 can be composed of a first support plate 2300A and a second support plate 2300B disposed on both sides. Each support plate 2300A and 2300B can have a guide groove 2310 formed thereon, which supports the independent movement of the calf massage part frame 2600 and the connecting frame 2500. The guide groove 2310 may include a first guide groove 2311 and a second guide groove 2312 formed at different positions on the support plate 2300.

[0149] The first support plate 2300A and the second support plate 2300B may respectively form a first guide groove 2311 that opens forward and a second guide groove 2312 that opens inward. The first guide groove 2311 guides the calf massage frame 2600 to move vertically up and down along the support plate 2300 by providing a path for the calf massage frame 2600 to move up and down. The second guide groove 2312 serves as a dedicated moving path for the connecting frame 2500, allowing it to move up and down while the connecting frame 2500 is stably attached to the support plate 2300.

[0150] Furthermore, each guide groove 2311, 2312 extends along the length of the support plate 2300, designed to allow each frame to move smoothly along a predetermined path. The dual guide groove structure described above supports the stability and accurate position control of the leg massage unit 2000 by enabling independent movement of the calf massage unit frame 2600 and the connecting frame 2500.

[0151] Additionally, a first fixing frame 2320 (see reference) can be configured between the first support plate 2300A and the second support plate 2300B. Figure 8 The first support plate 2300A and the second support plate 2300B are laterally connected by the first fixed frame 2320 to form an integral structure. The first fixed frame 2320 prevents the frame from misaligning or swaying during lifting by firmly connecting the first support plate 2300A and the second support plate 2300B.

[0152] A foot massage unit frame 2400 is located below a support plate 2300, and a foot massage unit 2200 is mounted on the foot massage unit frame 2400. The foot massage unit frame 2400 supports the foot massage unit 2200 and can be raised and lowered via its connection structure with the support plate 2300. An actuator 2700 is connected between the foot massage unit frame 2400 and the support plate 2300, and moves the foot massage unit frame 2400 up and down along the support plate 2300 when driven. This configuration allows the position of the foot massage unit 2200 to be adjusted according to the user's leg length to optimize the massage position.

[0153] The control unit 1200 can adjust the position of the foot massage unit frame 2400 relative to the support plate 2300 by driving the actuator 2700.

[0154] As described above, the combination structure of the foot massage unit 2200 with the foot massage unit frame 2400, support plate 2300 and actuator 2700 can be adjusted according to the leg length, so that the foot massage unit 2200 can be stably installed in the massage device.

[0155] The foot massage unit frame 2400 serves as a structure supporting the foot massage unit 2200, acting as a foundation to ensure the position and stability of the foot massage unit. The foot massage unit frame 2400 has a structure that allows it to move vertically along the support plate 2300 when engaged with it. This vertical movement is achieved through engagement with the actuator 2700, and when the actuator 2700 is connected between the foot massage unit frame 2400 and the support plate 2300 and is driven, the foot massage unit frame 2400 can be raised and lowered.

[0156] Specifically, the foot massage unit frame 2400 is designed to stably support the foot massage unit 2200 and is slidably attached to the support plate 2300. This attachment structure allows the foot massage unit 2200 to be adjusted in a user-customized position and enables the foot massage unit 2200 to be effectively set according to various needs such as leg length adjustment.

[0157] The connecting frame 2500 supports the calf massage unit frame 2600 from the lower part of the leg massage unit 2000 and supports position adjustment. The connecting frame 2500 consists of a first connecting frame 2500A and a second connecting frame 2500B disposed on both sides. These two connecting frames 2500A and 2500B are laterally connected by a fixing frame 2510 to form an integral structure. The fixing frame 2510 prevents the frame from shifting or wobbling during lifting by firmly connecting the first and second connecting frames 2500A and 2500B.

[0158] The lower ends of the first and second connecting frames 2500A and 2500B are combined with the foot massage part frame 2400. In this combined state, they can move up and down along the second guide groove 2312 formed in the support plate 2300.

[0159] The calf massage frame 2600 is designed to be integrated with the calf massage unit 2100 and to move up and down along the first guide groove 2311 of the support plate 2300. It can be installed inside the leg massage unit 2000. The calf massage frame 2600 is configured to adjust the position of the calf massage unit 2100 according to the user's leg length or position, and is configured to be mounted on the support plate 2300 so as to move up and down stably.

[0160] The calf massage unit frame 2600 is manufactured in a robust manner so that it can smoothly engage with the guide groove of the support plate while maintaining its strength, and is provided with a mounting part 2610 for fixing the calf massage unit 2100.

[0161] In its initial state, the calf massage frame 2600 is tightly attached to and located on the upper side of the connecting frame 2500, contacting the upper part of the connecting frame 2500 for stable support. The calf massage frame 2600 is designed to be pushed upwards along with the connecting frame 2500 when it rises, allowing it to move together with the frame when needed.

[0162] For independent operation, the calf massage unit frame 2600 and the connecting frame 2500 can be separated from each other by the operation of the actuator 2700. In this case, the calf massage unit frame 2600 can be independently raised and lowered along the first guide groove 2311 of the support plate 2300, separate from the connecting frame 2500.

[0163] The actuator 2700, as a telescopic device, is positioned between the support plate 2300 and the foot massage unit frame 2400, serving to raise and lower the foot massage unit frame 2400 with the support plate 2300 as a reference. The lower end of the actuator 2700 can be fixed to the foot massage unit frame 2400, and the upper end can be connected to the upper end of the support plate 2300. Thus, the actuator 2700 can adjust the position of the foot massage unit frame 2400 via the support plate 2300.

[0164] The actuator 2700 moves the foot massage unit frame 2400 up and down by extending and retracting, resulting in the entire structure, including the connecting frame 2500, being able to descend relative to the support plate 2300. Thus, the foot massage unit 2200 can be moved away from the user while the calf massage unit 2100 remains in a fixed position.

[0165] The lower end of the first tension spring 2810 is fixed to the back of the first fixed frame 2320 of the support plate 2300, and its upper end is connected to the lower part of the calf massage part frame 2600. The first tension spring 2810 pulls the calf massage part frame 2600 downward, causing the pawl 2910 to engage with the rack 2920 and remain locked, thereby maintaining a stable and fixed state. In addition, it also performs the function of pulling the calf massage part frame 2600 downward when the pawl 2910 reaches the uppermost end of the rack 2920, so that the pawl 2910 returns to its initial position.

[0166] Figure 8 This is a diagram showing the pawl and rack structure used for adjusting the position of the calf massager frame 2600 in the leg massager according to the present invention. Figure 9 This diagram shows the initial rotational state of the pawl in contact with the rack. Figure 10 This is a diagram showing the state of the pawl being pulled by the second tension spring.

[0167] Reference Figures 8 to 10 The locking structure of this invention includes a fixing part that can fix the calf massage part frame 2600 at different heights. The fixing part may include a first fixing part that engages with the calf massage part frame 2600 and a second fixing part disposed on a support plate 2300. According to an embodiment, the first fixing part may be formed by a pawl 2910, and the second fixing part may be formed by a rack 2920. However, it is not limited to this; the first and second fixing parts may be made of any components that can engage and disengage with each other.

[0168] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the locking structure is formed by the engagement of a pawl 2910 and a rack 2920, which can be adjusted by a second tension spring 2811. The second tension spring 2811 will be described first, followed by the description of the engagement structure of the pawl 2910 and the rack 2920.

[0169] The second tension spring 2811, as a structural element connecting the lower end of the pawl 2910 to a specific position on the calf massage unit frame 2600, provides tension to pull the pawl 2910 toward the rack 2920. The second tension spring 2811 guides the rotation of the pawl 2910 so that the pawl 2910 can stably engage with the rack 2920, thereby fixing the position of the calf massage unit frame 2600.

[0170] One end of the second tension spring 2811 is connected to the second hinge shaft 2912 located at the lower end of the pawl 2910 to guide the rotation of the pawl 2910. The other end is fixed to the spring connecting shaft 2811a located on the calf massage part frame 2600. When the pawl 2910 is engaged with or disengaged from the rack 2920, this configuration naturally utilizes the tension of the second tension spring 2811 to move the pawl 2910 in the appropriate direction of rotation.

[0171] When the pawl 2910 rotates to engage with or disengage from the rack 2920, the second tension spring 2811 provides a stable pulling force, thereby securing the calf massage unit frame 2600 in the desired position. This structure constitutes an effective locking mechanism that allows for adjustment and fixation of the calf massage unit 2100's position even without a separate additional motor.

[0172] The pawl 2910 is a component used to fix the position of the calf massage unit 2100. The pawl 2910 is rotatably connected to the calf massage unit frame 2600 via a first hinge axis 2911, which serves as the rotation axis of the pawl 2910. The pawl 2910 can rotate up and down around the first hinge axis 2911.

[0173] The lower part of the pawl 2910 is connected to a second hinge shaft 2912, which is connected to a second tension spring 2811 that adjusts the rotation direction and position of the pawl 2910. The second tension spring 2811 is connected between the second hinge shaft 2912 and a spring connecting shaft 2811a provided on the calf massage part frame 2600 to apply a certain tension to the pawl 2910. This tension guides the pawl 2910 to rotate in a specific direction, which can maintain the engagement between the pawl 2910 and the rack 2920 or disengage the pawl 2910 from the rack 2920.

[0174] Specifically, when the second hinge axis 2912 is closer to the rack 2920 than the first hinge axis 2911, the tension of the second tension spring 2811 pulls the pawl 2910 towards the rack 2920 and fixes it in place. This structure, through the engagement of the pawl 2910 and the rack 2920, stabilizes the position of the calf massage frame 2600. Conversely, when the second hinge axis 2912 is farther from the rack 2920 than the first hinge axis 2911, the change in the direction of tension causes the pawl 2910 to rotate away from the rack 2920.

[0175] As described above, the rotation and position fixation of the pawl 2910 can be determined by the relative positions of the first hinge shaft 2911, the second hinge shaft 2912 and the spring connecting shaft 2811a and the tension of the second tension spring 2811. Thus, the position of the calf massage part frame 2600 can be accurately adjusted and fixed.

[0176] The rack 2920, as an important fixing structural element of this utility model, serves to maintain the position of the calf massage part 2100 or restrict its movement. The rack 2920 includes structures that are respectively coupled to the support plates 2300 (specifically, the first support plate 2300A and the second support plate 2300B). The rack 2920 can be inserted into and fixed in the second guide grooves 2312 of each support plate 2300A, 2300B (see reference). Figure 9 This structure means that the rack 2920 can be configured to be combined with the first support plate 2300A and the second support plate 2300B respectively.

[0177] Each rack 2920 may include multiple protrusions 2921 to be engaged by a pawl 2910. According to an embodiment, the protrusions 2921 may be formed in a serrated shape. However, it is not limited to this and may be formed in any protruding shape.

[0178] When the protrusion 2921 of the rack 2920 engages the lower end of the pawl 2910, the position of the pawl 2910 is fixed by the rack 2920. The protrusion 2921 can be configured in various intervals and shapes, so that the pawl 2910 is fixed in a stepped manner, thereby enabling fine position adjustment of the calf massage unit 2100.

[0179] The rack 2920 may include various protruding structures for fixing and initializing the position of the pawl 2910. According to an embodiment, the rack 2920 may include: a plurality of locking protrusions 2921A for locking the pawl 2910; and an upper protrusion 2921B formed on the upper side of these locking protrusions 2921A. The plurality of locking protrusions 2921A serve to fix the position of the calf massage unit 2100 by engaging with the pawl 2910. The upper protrusion 2921B is configured to protrude more than the locking protrusions 2921A, and when the pawl 2910 reaches its upper end, pushes it to the opposite side of the rack 2920 to perform the function of returning to the initial rotational position.

[0180] In this configuration, when the pawl 2910 reaches the upper end of the rack 2920, it is pushed by the upper protrusion 2921B, and the second hinge shaft 2912 rotates further away from the rack 2920 than the first hinge shaft 2911 and returns to its initial rotational position. Thus, the pawl 2910 can naturally return to its original rotational position.

[0181] Figure 11 (a) and even Figure 11 (c) is a diagram illustrating the rising process of the pawl in the locking structure according to the present invention. Figure 12 (a) to Figure 12 (c) is immediately following Figure 11 The diagram illustrates the process of the pawl descending after initializing its rotational position at the upper end. Figure 13 (a) to Figure 13 (b) is immediately following Figure 12 The diagram illustrates the process of the pawl returning to its initial state after descent.

[0182] Reference Figures 11 to 13 First of all Figure 11 The first stop 2930 shown and Figure 13 The second stop 2940 shown will be explained, and then the operation of the locking structure will be explained.

[0183] The first stop 2930 is located on the upper side of the rack 2920, serving to return the pawl 2910 to its initial rotational position and provide support. The first stop 2930 is configured with an inclined shape at its lower end closer to the rack 2920, designed to naturally contact and support the pawl 2910 as it rotates and returns to its initial position. This inclined shape interacts with the back of the pawl 2910 to ensure stable contact.

[0184] The first stop 2930 is manufactured in the form of a plate with a specified thickness, thereby preventing excessive movement of the pawl 2910 by contacting the back of the pawl 2910 and ensuring that it is stably fixed in the accurate position. Even at the moment when the pawl 2910 disengages from the protrusion of the rack 2920 after rotation is completed, this structure helps to stably support the pawl 2910.

[0185] Furthermore, to correspond with the first stop 2930, the back of the pawl 2910 is also configured with an inclined shape, where the lower end is closer to the rack 2920 than the upper end, allowing the two components to mesh tightly with each other. As a result, the pawl 2910 is stably supported on the first stop 2930, thus maintaining its initial rotational position without wobbling.

[0186] The second stop 2940 is located on the lower side of the rack 2920 of this invention, and serves to initialize the pawl 2910 after it descends. The second stop 2940 is fixed at a position adjacent to the rack 2920, and is designed to contact the lower side of the pawl 2910.

[0187] The second stop 2940, as a structural element in this invention for controlling the movement of the pawl 2910 and returning it to its initial position, is located on the lower side of the rack 2920 and operates during the descent of the pawl 2910. According to an embodiment, the second stop 2940 can be formed as a protrusion extending upwards on the plate, and can be engaged with the upper surface of the "∟"-shaped bracket 2941 fixed to the side of the support plate 2300.

[0188] The second stop 2940 is configured with its height lowered in the direction toward the rack 2920, and this inclined surface is designed to naturally correspond when in contact with the lower side of the pawl 2910. The lower side of the pawl 2910 also has a structure that gradually slopes from rear to top, and in interaction with this, the pawl can be properly controlled by engaging with the second stop 2940.

[0189] When the pawl 2910 descends and contacts the second stop 2940, the pawl 2910 is guided by the corresponding inclined surface and pushed towards the rack 2920 side, and is guided back to the initial position. This structure prevents unnecessary rotation or excessive movement by stably controlling the movement of the pawl 2910 and helps to achieve a smooth return to the initial position.

[0190] The following is for reference Figures 11 to 13 The operation of the locking structure of this utility model will be explained in turn.

[0191] Reference Figure 11 (a) to Figure 11 (c) The process by which the pawl 2910 rises from its initial state, passes through the multiple locking protrusions 2921A of the rack 2920, and reaches the upper protrusion 2921B is described below.

[0192] In the initial state, the pawl 2910 is pulled towards the rack 2920 by the tension of the second tension spring 2811 and engages with the lower protrusion 2921A of the rack 2920. At this time, the rotation axis of the pawl 2910 is fixed by the first hinge axis 2911. When the connecting frame 2500 rises, the pawl 2910 rises along each locking protrusion 2921A while being pulled towards the rack 2920 by the tension spring 2912.

[0193] Each time the calf massage unit frame 2600 rises, the pawl 2910 temporarily engages with a specific locking protrusion 2921A to secure the calf massage unit frame 2600. Then, as the connecting frame 2500 rises further, the pawl 2910 rotates and moves to the next locking protrusion 2921A. The direction of rotation of the pawl 2910 is adjusted by the second hinge shaft 2912 and the first hinge shaft 2911, which are connected by a second tension spring 2811. The pawl 2910 repeats the action of engaging with each locking protrusion 2921A, during which the pawl 2910 rises in a stepped manner.

[0194] When the calf massage unit frame 2600 reaches a specific position that matches the user's calf position, the pawl 2910 engages with the locking protrusion 2921A at the corresponding position and temporarily stops. At this time, the first tension spring 2810 exerts a downward pulling force on the calf massage unit frame 2600, so that the pawl 2910 can stably engage with the corresponding specific locking protrusion 2921A and be fixed. This fixed state helps to maintain the stable position of the calf massage unit frame 2600 and provides a customized fixation that matches the user's calf position according to the drive of the massage device.

[0195] Reference Figure 12 (a) to Figure 12The process of the pawl 2910 descending after rising, being pushed by the upper protrusion 2921B and supported by the first stop 2930 is described in (c).

[0196] When the pawl 2910 reaches the upper protrusion 2921B via the additional drive of the massage device, the upward movement of the pawl 2910 is restricted because the upper protrusion 2921B is configured to protrude more than the other locking protrusions 2921A. Therefore, the pawl 2910 stops moving upward further. At the same time, the pawl 2910 is pushed towards the opposite side of the rack 2920 by the pushing action of the upper protrusion 2921B and is stably supported by the first stop 2930 provided on its side.

[0197] In this state, the calf massage unit frame 2600 is pulled downwards by the operation of the first tension spring 2810. Therefore, the calf massage unit frame 2600 descends relative to the support plate 2300, and the pawl 2910 descends relative to the rack 2920 in a state separated from it. This process allows the pawl 2910 to descend without contacting the rack 2920 and without friction while being stably supported.

[0198] Reference Figure 13 (a) and Figure 13 (b) The process by which the pawl 2910 returns to its initial state after descending via the second stop 2940 is described below.

[0199] As the pawl 2910 descends and moves away from the rack 2920, the lower stop 2940 contacts the lower side of the pawl 2910. The second stop 2940 is formed with an inclined structure, causing the pawl 2910 to naturally rotate clockwise during descent, thus returning it to its initial position. The second stop 2940 engages with the upper surface of the "∟"-shaped bracket 2941 fixed to the side of the support plate 2300 to push the pawl 2910 towards the rack 2920, thus initializing it.

[0200] The pawl 2910 moves, rotates, and descends along the inclined surface of the second stop 2940 to its initial state, eventually returning to the lower part of the rack 2920. This structure allows the pawl 2910 to smoothly return to its initial position and change to a state ready for the next drive.

[0201] Figure 14 (a) to Figure 14 (d) is a diagram showing, in sequence, the basic position of the leg massage part according to the present invention, the 40mm fixed position of the lower leg, the position where the foot is lowered after the 40mm fixed position of the lower leg, and the state in which the lower leg is set at the maximum height of 70mm.

[0202] Reference Figure 14 (a) to Figure 14 The following is a detailed description of how the locking structure of the calf massage unit frame 2600 is applied when the leg massage unit 2000 according to the present invention is driven.

[0203] Figure 14 (a) shows the initial state of the leg massage unit 2000 before it is raised by the hinge drive unit 2001. In this state, the calf massage unit frame 2600 is located on the support plate 2300, and the position of the shaft 2110 is higher than that of the calf massage unit frame 2600. This indicates that the calf massage unit frame 2600 is in the drive ready state.

[0204] Figure 14 (b) shows the leg massage unit 2000 raised via the hinge drive unit 2001, with the calf massage unit frame 2600 raised to approximately 40 mm in height. At this point, the pawl 2910 is locked while engaging with the locking protrusion 2921A at a specific position, thus securing the position of the calf massage unit frame 2600. This locking structure helps to stably fix the leg massage unit 2000 to match the user's calf position.

[0205] Figure 14 (c) illustrates the process of the connecting frame 2500, which is coupled to the support plate 2300, descending as the actuator 2700 operates. As the connecting frame 2500 descends, the distance between the foot massage unit 2200 and the calf massage unit frame 2600 increases, guiding a hip joint movement effect. The increased distance between the user's leg and the massage unit provides a stretching effect to the user.

[0206] Figure 14 (d) shows the state where the leg massage unit 2000 has risen again via the hinge drive unit 2001 and the calf massage unit frame 2600 has risen to its maximum height of 70 mm. At this time, compared to the initial state, the support plate 2300 has descended relative to the calf massage unit frame 2600. At this time, the pawl 2910 reaches the upper protrusion 2921B and is restricted from further upward movement. The upper protrusion 2921B protrudes more than the other locking protrusions 2921A, thereby preventing the pawl 2910 from moving upward and stably fixing its position. Afterward, the pawl 2910 descends back to the initial state and completes the subsequent drive preparation.

[0207] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described in more detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the technical concept of the present invention.

[0208] Therefore, the embodiments disclosed in this utility model are not intended to limit the technical concept of this utility model, but are used to explain the scope, and the scope of the technical concept of this utility model is not limited by the embodiments.

[0209] Therefore, it should be understood that the embodiments described above are exemplary in all respects and not restrictive.

[0210] The scope of protection of this utility model shall be interpreted by the claims, and shall be interpreted as including all technical features within the scope equivalent to the claims within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A massage device, characterized in that, include: Leg massage unit, into which the user's leg can be inserted; The leg massage area includes: The support plate is configured to rotate along its axis. The foot massage unit frame is located below the support plate. The connecting frame is combined with the foot massage unit frame and can be raised and lowered along the support plate. The calf massage frame is disposed on the upper side of the connecting frame.

2. The massage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, As the connecting frame rises, the calf massage unit frame can be supported by the connecting frame and rise together.

3. The massage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, include: The fixing part can fix the calf massage part frame according to its height; The fixing part includes: The first fixing part is connected to the calf massage part frame via a first hinge shaft, and The second fixing part is disposed on the support plate and is formed to be able to be combined with the first fixing part.

4. The massage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support plate includes: The first guide groove, into which the calf massage unit frame can be vertically and vertically coupled. The second guide groove, to which the connecting frame is vertically and flexibly coupled.

5. The massage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, include: A retractable actuator is disposed between the foot massage unit frame and the support plate to allow the foot massage unit frame to move up and down relative to the support plate.

6. The massage device according to claim 3, characterized in that, include: A first tension spring, the lower end of which is connected to the support plate, and the upper end of which is connected to the calf massage part frame.

7. The massage device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first fixing part includes a pawl that engages with the calf massage part frame; The second fixing part includes a rack formed on the support plate and having a plurality of protrusions capable of engaging with the pawl.

8. The massage device according to claim 7, characterized in that, include: The second tension spring is connected to the calf massage part frame on one side, and the first fixing part is connected to the other side of the second tension spring through the second hinge shaft. The first fixing part is pulled towards the second fixing part side by the second tension spring.

9. The massage device according to claim 8, characterized in that, For the second tension spring to operate, the second hinge axis is closer to the second fixed part than the first hinge axis.

10. The massage device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The rack has multiple protrusions, including multiple locking protrusions for locking the pawl and an upper protrusion. The upper protrusion pushes the pawl so that the second hinge axis is further away from the rack than the first hinge axis, so that the pawl returns to its initial rotational position.

11. The massage device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The upper protrusion is formed at the upper end of the plurality of locking protrusions and protrudes further than the locking protrusions.

12. The massage device according to claim 7, characterized in that, include: The first stop is formed on the upper side of the second fixing part and supports the back of the first fixing part.

13. The massage device according to claim 8, characterized in that, include: The second stop is located at the lower end of the second fixing part and causes the first fixing part to rotate when the first fixing part descends. The first fixing part contacts the second stop, thereby rotating the first fixing part so that the second hinge axis is closer to the second fixing part than the first hinge axis.

14. The massage device according to claim 5, characterized in that, include: The control unit adjusts the position of the foot massage unit frame relative to the support plate by driving the actuator.