Earplug type ear moxibustion device

Abstract

The utility model discloses an earplug type ear moxibustion device which comprises a detachable shell, one end of the shell is attached to an auditory meatus opening and provided with a fixing part extending into the auditory meatus, the other end of the shell is provided with an air inlet hole, and the periphery of the shell is provided with fumigation moxibustion holes. According to the earplug type ear moxibustion device, heat generated during combustion of the moxa cone can be effectively adjusted through design, and a patient can conduct ear moxibustion therapy under the comfortable and safe condition. The shell adopts a detachable design, so that the moxa cone is convenient to clean and replace; through holes, circular grooves and air inlet holes are designed to ensure pressure balance inside and outside the auditory meatus and improve comfort; the supporting piece ensures that the moxa cone is suspended and fixed through the bending part, and the high temperature problem generated when the moxa cone is in contact with the bottom cover during combustion is effectively avoided. The self-service ear moxibustion device can be widely applied to household self-service ear moxibustion treatment, and has the advantages of simplicity and convenience in operation, comfort, safety and remarkable curative effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of ear moxibustion equipment for traditional Chinese medicine nursing, and specifically to an ear plug-type ear moxibustion device. Background Technology

[0002] In traditional Chinese medicine, auricular moxibustion is a common therapy that has been widely used to improve ear health and treat some ear diseases. Traditional auricular moxibustion methods typically involve suspending or applying a lit moxa stick directly to the ear, or using auricular moxibustion devices for localized heating.

[0003] Existing ear moxibustion devices typically adopt a headband-style, ear-attached design. Smoke can escape through the gaps between the ear and the surface where the device is attached, and the large contact area with the outside environment causes a significant loss of heat. They are also bulky, put pressure on the head when worn, are inconvenient to use, and affect comfort and efficacy.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an earplug-type ear moxibustion device that is convenient for users. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an earplug-type ear moxibustion device that solves the problems existing in the prior art. Through innovative design, this earplug-type ear moxibustion device enables patients to perform ear moxibustion treatment independently, conveniently, and safely, while providing stable and comfortable moxibustion effects.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the above problems is: an ear plug type ear moxibustion device, including a shell, the shell is detachable, one end of which fits into the ear canal opening and is provided with a fixing part that extends into the ear canal, the other end of which is provided with an air inlet, and the outer periphery of the shell is provided with moxibustion holes.

[0007] Preferably, the housing includes a sleeve that fits into the ear canal opening and a bottom cover that is detachably connected to the sleeve.

[0008] Preferably, the sleeve and the bottom cover are fixed by screwing and snapping together. The sleeve has several L-shaped slots circumferentially opened at the connection point, and the bottom cover has several buckles circumferentially provided to fit the slots.

[0009] Preferably, it also includes a support member, which is provided with a pin for fixing the moxa stick.

[0010] Preferably, the support member is provided with an annular base, and the housing is provided with an annular limiting groove that matches the base.

[0011] Preferably, the support member has a bent portion, which is located between the pin and the base.

[0012] Preferably, the shell has an annular groove.

[0013] Preferably, the fixing part has a through hole.

[0014] Preferably, the annular array of air intake holes is provided in multiple sets, arranged circumferentially from the center outwards.

[0015] Preferably, the moxibustion hole is elongated.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages and effects:

[0017] This utility model of an earplug-type ear moxibustion device features an in-ear design, with the sleeve's fixing part able to penetrate deep into the ear canal, fitting snugly to the ear canal opening. It is compact, lightweight, and easy to carry. Compared to traditional ear moxibustion devices, it offers greater convenience, allowing for portable use anytime, anywhere, greatly improving flexibility and ease of use.

[0018] Thanks to its design that fits snugly into the ear canal, the loss of medicinal efficacy is minimized, allowing the smoke and heat to act more concentratedly on the ear canal, reducing wasted medicinal effects and ensuring maximum therapeutic effect. Furthermore, the earplug-style ear moxibustion device is simple and intuitive to operate, allowing users to easily perform moxibustion treatment and improving their self-acupuncture skills. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of an earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the working principle of the earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0022] Figure numbers: 11. Shell 12. Fixing part 13. Air inlet 14. Moxibustion hole 15. Moxa stick 16. Ear canal 16. Sleeve 21. Bottom cover 22. Slot 23. Buckle 24. Support 25. Insertion pin 26. Base 31. Limiting groove 32. Bending part 33. Circular groove 34. Through hole 35. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and through embodiments. The following embodiments are explanations of the present invention, but the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

[0024] Example:

[0025] See Figure 1 - Figure 3This embodiment relates to an earplug-type ear moxibustion device, specifically used for ear health care or treatment, especially for applying heat therapy to the ear during traditional Chinese medicine moxibustion. The earplug-type ear moxibustion device is designed to provide patients with a convenient, safe, and comfortable self-treatment method for moxibustion, suitable for relieving ear diseases, promoting ear blood circulation, and improving ear health.

[0026] The earplug-type auricular acupuncture device in this embodiment includes a housing 11, which is detachable. One end of the housing 11 fits into the ear canal 16 and is provided with a fixing part 12 that extends into the ear canal 16. The other end has an air inlet, and the outer periphery of the housing 11 has moxibustion holes 14. Specifically, the housing 11 can be assembled by screwing or other detachable methods, making it convenient for the user to insert moxa cones and for easy cleaning or replacement. The housing 11 is designed with a lightweight and somewhat elastic material (such as rubber, silicone, or other soft plastics), making it more comfortable to wear and maintaining a good fit and seal.

[0027] In use, first open the housing 11, place the lit moxa stick 15 in the fixed position through the opening of the housing 11, and then close the housing 11. The part of the inner side of the housing 11 that contacts the ear canal 16 is made of soft rubber or silicone material with a certain degree of heat insulation to ensure a comfortable fit and reduce friction or discomfort. The fixing part 12 is inserted into the ear canal 16 and firmly fixed to the ear canal 16, thereby ensuring that the housing 11 remains in a stable position during ear moxibustion.

[0028] The earplug-type ear moxibustion device features an in-ear design for its housing 11. The fixing part 12 of the sleeve 21 can penetrate deep into the ear canal 16, fitting snugly at the opening of the ear canal 16. It is compact, lightweight, and easy to carry. Compared with traditional ear moxibustion devices, it is more convenient, can be carried around, and can be used for treatment anytime, anywhere, greatly improving the flexibility and convenience of use.

[0029] The housing 11 includes a sleeve 21 that fits into the ear canal 16 and a bottom cover 22 detachably connected to the sleeve 21. A fixing part 12 is disposed on the sleeve 21. The sleeve 21 and the bottom cover 22 are fixed by screwing and snapping together. The sleeve 21 has several L-shaped slots 23 circumferentially formed at the connection point, and the bottom cover 22 has several buckles 24 circumferentially formed to engage with the slots 23. In use, first align the buckles 24 of the bottom cover 22 with the sleeve 21, and gently rotate the bottom cover 22 to lock the housing 11 in place. When cleaning or replacing the moxa stick 15, the bottom cover 22 can be opened by unscrewing it in the opposite direction. Through the screwing and snapping method, the connection between the bottom cover 22 and the sleeve 21 is firm and reliable.

[0030] This embodiment of the earplug-type auricular acupuncture device also includes a support member 25, which is provided with a pin 26 for fixing the moxa stick 15. Specifically, before use, the user needs to cut the moxa stick into small sections of moxa stick 15, light them, and then insert the moxa stick 15 into the pin 26 to fix it on the support member 25. The support member 25 is designed to be made of elastic heat-resistant metal or alloy and can be removed from the housing 11 for easy cleaning.

[0031] The support member 25 is provided with an annular base 31, and the housing 11 has an annular limiting groove 32 that is adapted to the base 31. The limiting groove 32 is provided on the bottom cover 22, so that the base 31 of the support member 25 can be locked in the limiting groove 32 for stable installation, thereby preventing the moxa stick 15 from falling off the base 31 with the support member 25 after being lit, causing burns or other dangers.

[0032] To prevent the moxa stick 15 from contacting the bottom cover 22 of the housing 11 during combustion, this embodiment incorporates a bend 33 between the pin 26 of the support member 25 and the base 31. The moxa stick 15 is fixed to the support member 25 by the pin 26, and the bend 33 ensures that the moxa stick 15 does not directly contact the bottom cover 22 after ignition. This avoids contact between the burning moxa stick 15 and the bottom cover 22, ensuring complete combustion of the moxa stick 15 while preventing direct damage to the bottom cover 22 from high temperatures. Simultaneously, the bend 33 keeps the moxa stick 15 suspended, ensuring the circulation of heat and smoke, and enhancing the moxibustion effect.

[0033] The housing 11 has an annular groove 34, which is located on the sleeve 21 between the fixing part 12 and the moxibustion hole 14. During moxibustion, the sleeve 21 is in contact with the ear canal 16. Due to the high temperature during moxibustion, the user's ear may sweat, and the sweat may flow along the housing 11 into the ear canal 16. The design of the annular groove 34 can effectively collect the sweat within it before it flows into the ear canal 16, preventing sweat from entering the ear canal 16 or causing discomfort to the user.

[0034] The fixing part 12 has a through hole 35, which connects the ear canal 16 to the inside of the shell 11, allowing air to circulate between the ear canal 16 and the shell 11. This provides a moxibustion effect to the ear canal 16 and balances the pressure inside and outside the ear canal 16, preventing increased internal pressure due to temperature rise during moxibustion and thus protecting the ear (e.g., the tympanic membrane) from damage, ensuring comfort and safety during the moxibustion process.

[0035] The aforementioned annular array of air inlets is arranged in multiple groups, circumferentially from the center outwards. This helps to increase the air intake volume to maintain the combustion temperature of the moxa stick 15. In this embodiment, a baffle plate for blocking the air inlets can also be provided on the base 31. By adjusting the blocking area of ​​the baffle plate, the air intake volume can be adjusted, indirectly controlling the degree of combustion of the moxa stick 15 and avoiding excessively intense combustion that could cause burns or other discomfort to the patient.

[0036] In this embodiment, the moxibustion hole 14 adopts a long strip-shaped opening design, with the moxibustion opening opened along the outer periphery of the shell 11, which helps the moxa smoke to diffuse fully and provides a larger contact surface, making the moxibustion effect more significant and increasing the therapeutic effect.

[0037] The above description in this specification is merely illustrative of the present invention. Those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains may make various modifications or additions to the described specific embodiments or use similar methods to replace them, as long as they do not depart from the content of this specification or exceed the scope defined in the claims, all of which shall fall within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. An earplug-type ear moxibustion device, comprising a housing, characterized in that, The shell is detachable, with one end fitting into the ear canal opening and having a fixing part that extends into the ear canal, and the other end having an air inlet. The outer periphery of the shell has moxibustion holes. It also includes a support member, which is provided with a pin for fixing the moxa stick, and a ring base. The housing has a ring-shaped limiting groove that matches the base. The support member is provided with a bending part, which is located between the pin and the base.

2. The earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The housing includes a sleeve that fits into the ear canal opening and a bottom cover that is detachably connected to the sleeve.

3. The earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sleeve and the bottom cover are fixed by screwing and snapping. The sleeve has several L-shaped slots circumferentially opened at the connection point, and the bottom cover has several buckles circumferentially provided to fit the slots.

4. The earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shell has annular grooves.

5. The earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing part has a through hole.

6. The earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The aforementioned annular array of air intakes consists of multiple sets, arranged circumferentially from the center outwards.

7. The earplug-type ear moxibustion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The moxibustion holes are elongated.

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