A misting water cooling and heating cycle physiotherapy device

Abstract

This utility model provides a nebulized water cooling and heating circulation physiotherapy device, including a shell, a cold water storage tank, a cooling module, a hot water storage tank, a heating module, an intelligent control module, and a nebulization module. The cold water storage tank is connected to the cooling module, and the heating module is connected to the hot water storage tank. The intelligent control module includes a control panel and a first water pump. The first water pump is connected to both the cold water storage tank and the hot water storage tank, and is also connected to the nebulization module. The control panel is connected to the first water pump, the heating module, and the cooling module. The control panel controls the first water pump to deliver water from either the cold water storage tank or the hot water storage tank to the nebulization module to generate low-temperature or high-temperature nebulized water. This utility model, by adopting nebulization therapy, greatly reduces water consumption, eliminates the need for a large bathtub, reduces space occupation, and allows for a smaller overall device size, making it easy to carry. It can also quickly achieve hot and cold water circulation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice bath technology, and in particular to a misting water cooling and heating circulation physiotherapy device. Background Technology

[0002] Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) occurs after strenuous exercise, which can negatively impact work and daily life. Currently, the primary treatment for DOMS is cold water bathing, typically involving immersing oneself in water at 10-15 degrees Celsius for 10-15 minutes, 10-30 minutes after exercise. Some people find this cold water difficult to tolerate. To help them adapt, the water is gradually cooled to room temperature over the first 10-30 minutes, then gradually warmed back up to 38 degrees Celsius when the temperature reaches 10-15 degrees Celsius. This alternating hot and cold water immersion in the sore areas promotes rapid recovery, eliminates DOMS, and provides a better overall experience.

[0003] A typical cold water bath requires 200 to 400 liters of water, necessitating a large bathtub that takes up bathroom space. Cooling 200 liters of water from 30 degrees Celsius to 15 degrees Celsius using a standard 1-horsepower compressor would take 3 to 5 hours, requiring a high-powered refrigeration unit that is bulky, energy-intensive, and has limited functionality, failing to quickly achieve the alternation of hot and cold water. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned shortcomings and deficiencies of the prior art and to provide a nebulized water-cooled and heated circulation physiotherapy device.

[0005] A nebulized water-cooled-hot circulation physiotherapy device includes a housing and a cold water storage tank, a cooling module, a hot water storage tank, a heating module, an intelligent control module, and a nebulizing module disposed within the housing. The cold water storage tank is connected to the cooling module, and the heating module is connected to the hot water storage tank. The intelligent control module includes a control panel and a first water pump. The inlet of the first water pump is connected to both the cold water storage tank and the hot water storage tank via a water pipe, and the outlet of the first water pump is connected to the nebulizing module. The control panel is connected to the first water pump, the heating module, and the cooling module. The nebulizing module is disposed in a semi-enclosed or enclosed small space. The control panel controls the heating module to heat the hot water storage tank to a set first temperature value, or controls the cooling module to lower the temperature of the cold water storage tank to a set second temperature value. The control panel controls the first water pump to deliver water from the cold water storage tank or the hot water storage tank to the nebulizing module to generate low-temperature or high-temperature nebulized water.

[0006] In one embodiment, the intelligent control module further includes a second water pump, the inlet of which is connected to a purification module. The purification module includes a filter component and a disinfection component, with the disinfection component disposed between the second water pump and the filter component.

[0007] In one embodiment, the disinfection component is an ozone generator or an ultraviolet lamp device.

[0008] In one embodiment, the filtration component is an RO membrane purification device.

[0009] In one embodiment, the atomizing module is an atomizing nozzle, which employs pressure atomization, rotary atomization, pneumatic atomization, or ultrasonic atomization.

[0010] The atomizing nozzle has a built-in temperature sensor that detects the temperature of the atomized water produced by the atomizing nozzle in real time and transmits the temperature information to the intelligent control module.

[0011] In one embodiment, a water flow sensor is provided on the atomizing module or the pipe connecting the atomizing module and the first water pump, and the water flow sensor is connected to the control panel.

[0012] In one embodiment, a plate heat exchanger is further provided between the cold water storage tank and the hot water storage tank.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: by adopting atomized physiotherapy, the water consumption of the cold water storage tank and the hot water storage tank is 3 to 6 liters, which greatly reduces the water consumption. At the same time, the absence of a large bathtub reduces the space occupied. Since the maximum water volume required for cooling is less than 6 liters, a small compressor of 0.1 to 0.3 horsepower can be selected, which makes the overall size of the equipment smaller and easier to carry. In addition, the addition of a hot water storage tank can quickly achieve the alternation of hot and cold water vapor. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a nebulized water-cooled and heated circulation physiotherapy device according to the present invention;

[0015] Figure 2 for Figure 1 This utility model presents a partial structural schematic diagram of a water-cooled and hot-circulation physiotherapy device;

[0016] Figure 3 for Figure 2 This utility model presents a partial structural diagram of a nebulized water-cooled and heated circulation physiotherapy device from another angle. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0018] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0019] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0020] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0021] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0022] This utility model discloses a nebulized water cooling and heating circulation physiotherapy device, comprising a shell and a cold water storage tank, a cooling module, a hot water storage tank, a heating module, an intelligent control module, and a nebulization module disposed within the shell. The cold water storage tank is connected to the cooling module, and the heating module is connected to the hot water storage tank. The intelligent control module includes a control panel and a first water pump. The inlet of the first water pump is connected to both the cold water storage tank and the hot water storage tank via a water pipe, and the outlet of the first water pump is connected to the nebulization module. The control panel is connected to the first water pump, the heating module, and the cooling module. The nebulization module is disposed in a semi-enclosed or enclosed small space. The control panel controls the heating module to heat the hot water storage tank to a set first temperature value, or controls the cooling module to lower the temperature of the cold water storage tank to a set second temperature value. The control panel controls the first water pump to deliver water from the cold water storage tank or the hot water storage tank to the nebulization module to generate low-temperature or high-temperature nebulized water.

[0023] This invention employs atomized physiotherapy, with the cold and hot water storage tanks requiring only 3 to 6 liters of water, significantly reducing water consumption. It also eliminates the need for a large bathtub, reducing space requirements. Since the maximum water volume needed for cooling is less than 6 liters, a small compressor of 0.1 to 0.3 horsepower can be used, allowing for a smaller overall size and easier portability. Furthermore, the addition of a hot water storage tank enables rapid alternation of hot and cold water vapor.

[0024] Example

[0025] Please see Figures 1 to 3 This utility model provides a nebulized water cooling and heating circulation physiotherapy device, including a shell 1 and a cold water storage tank 2, a cooling module 3, a hot water storage tank 4, a heating module 5, an intelligent control module 6, and a nebulization module 7 disposed within the shell 1. The cold water storage tank 2 is connected to the cooling module 3, and the heating module 5 is connected to the hot water storage tank 4. The intelligent control module 6 includes a control panel 61 and a first water pump 62. The inlet of the first water pump 62 is connected to the cold water storage tank 2 and the hot water storage tank 4 respectively through a water supply pipe. The water volume of the cold water storage tank 2 and the hot water storage tank 4 is between 20 and 60 liters. The outlet of the first water pump 62 is connected to the nebulization module 7. The nebulization module 7 breaks liquid water into tiny droplets through a physical mechanism to form a mist that floats in the air to form an aerosol. The control panel 61 is connected to the first water pump 62, the heating module 5, and the cooling module 3. The nebulization module 7 is disposed in a semi-enclosed or enclosed small space.

[0026] The control panel 61 controls the heating module 5 to heat the hot water storage tank 4 to a set first temperature value, or controls the cooling module 3 to lower the temperature of the cold water storage tank 2 to a set second temperature value. The control panel 61 also controls the first water pump 62 to deliver water from the cold water storage tank 2 or the hot water storage tank 4 to the atomizing module 7 to produce low-temperature or high-temperature atomized water. The maximum upper limit of the first temperature value is 42 degrees Celsius, and the minimum lower limit of the second temperature value is 5 degrees Celsius. Preferably, the hot water storage tank 4 is also equipped with a water temperature detector. To achieve multiple protections for the hot water storage tank 4, a mechanical pressure relief valve can be added to release pressure when the pressure inside the hot water storage tank 4 reaches 0.7 MPa. An electronic fuse can also be added to cut off the circuit connected to the heating module 5 when the temperature of the hot water storage tank 4 exceeds 45°C.

[0027] In a semi-enclosed small space, such as a bathtub with a cover or sauna tub, a person lies in the bathtub with the cover covering the tub, leaving only their head exposed. The device is then moved next to the bathtub, and the atomizing module 7 is inserted into the tub. The atomizing module 7 generates low-temperature or high-temperature atomized water for therapeutic purposes on specific body parts. This atomization method achieves therapeutic effects while avoiding the adverse skin effects of prolonged immersion found in existing technologies. An enclosed small space, such as a small sauna room, is another option.

[0028] Compared to existing technologies that use 200 to 400 liters of water and large bathtubs, this invention employs atomized therapy, requiring only 3 to 6 liters of water in both the cold water tank 2 and the hot water tank 4. This significantly reduces water consumption and eliminates the need for a large bathtub, thus reducing space requirements. Since the maximum water volume needed for cooling is less than 6 liters, the cooling module 3 can utilize a small compressor of 0.1 to 0.3 horsepower, allowing for a smaller overall size and easier portability. The addition of a hot water tank enables rapid alternation of hot and cold water vapor. Preferably, both the cold water tank 2 and the hot water tank 4 require 3 liters of water.

[0029] More specifically, the cooling module 3 uses a compressor for refrigeration, and the heating module 5 uses an electric auxiliary heater. The electric auxiliary heater, compressor, condenser and heat exchanger that are matched with the compressor are conventional cooling and heating devices. Those skilled in the art can select different models of compressors and electric auxiliary heaters according to specific applications. The specific structure will not be described in detail here.

[0030] The cold water storage tank 2 stores the cold water generated by the cooling module 3, ensuring sufficient cold water output when needed. The cold water storage tank 2 features an independent 304 stainless steel chamber with a vacuum insulation layer to minimize energy loss from low-temperature water during use, thus achieving energy conservation. The hot water storage tank 4 heats water to a specified temperature via the heating module 5 and stores it, ensuring sufficient hot water output when required. Similarly, the hot water tank uses an independent 304 stainless steel chamber with a vacuum insulation layer to minimize energy loss from high-temperature water during use, achieving energy conservation. Preferably, either the cold water storage tank 2 or the hot water storage tank 4 is equipped with an NTC temperature sensor.

[0031] For more details, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The intelligent control module 6 also includes a second water pump 63. The inlet of the second water pump 63 is connected to a purification module. Since the water output from the cold water storage tank 2 or the hot water storage tank 4 will come into direct contact with human skin, in order to ensure the quality of the water, the water passing through the second water pump 63 needs to be purified before entering the cold water storage tank 2 or the hot water storage tank 4.

[0032] More specifically, the purification module includes a filter assembly 8 and a disinfection assembly 9, with the disinfection assembly 9 located between the second water pump 63 and the filter assembly 8. Preferably, the disinfection assembly 9 is an ozone generator or an ultraviolet lamp device, and the filter assembly 8 is an RO membrane purification device. The RO membrane purification device and the disinfection assembly 9 work simultaneously to ensure that the water in the cold water storage tank 2 and the hot water storage tank 4 meets medical-grade pure water requirements. Simultaneously, a replacement reminder function is embedded in the intelligent control module 6, reminding the user to replace the filter cartridge after one year of use. More preferably, the disinfection assembly 9 is an ozone generator, activating the ozone disinfection module each time the device is used, allowing ozone to enter the cold water storage tank 2 and the hot water storage tank 4, preventing bacteria from growing in the water in either tank due to prolonged stagnation.

[0033] More specifically, the atomizing module 7 is an atomizing nozzle, which employs pressure atomization, rotary atomization, pneumatic atomization, or ultrasonic atomization. Preferably, the atomizing nozzle has a built-in temperature sensor (not shown in the figure). The temperature sensor detects the temperature of the atomized water produced by the atomizing nozzle in real time and transmits the temperature information to the intelligent control module 6. The control module 6 controls the heating module 5 to heat the hot water storage tank 4, or controls the cooling module 3 to lower the temperature of the cold water storage tank 2, thereby achieving temperature regulation and ensuring the accuracy and precision of the outlet water temperature. Preferably, the temperature sensor is an NTC temperature sensor.

[0034] For more details, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3A water flow sensor 10 is installed on the atomizing module 7 or the pipeline connecting the atomizing module 7 and the first water pump 62. The water flow sensor 10 is connected to the control panel 61. When the water flow or mist volume is abnormal, such as no flow for 30 seconds, the control panel 61 automatically cuts off the operation of the first water pump 62.

[0035] In another embodiment of this example, please refer to Figure 2 A plate heat exchanger 11 is installed between the cold water storage tank 2 and the hot water storage tank 4. The intelligent control module 6 controls the compressor to quickly cool the water in the cold water storage tank 2. The compressor generates heat during cooling, and the intelligent control module 6 controls the plate heat exchanger 11 to transfer the heat to a first temperature value. When the water temperature in the hot water storage tank 4 reaches the first temperature value, the plate heat exchanger 11 stops transferring heat to the first temperature value and starts the air-cooled radiator 12 to dissipate heat. When the temperature of the heat generated by the compressor cooling exchange does not reach 38 degrees Celsius, the heating module 5 is used to continue heating the water in the hot water storage tank 4. Adding the plate heat exchanger 11 can recover the energy of the compressor, achieve multiple uses, and save energy.

[0036] The intelligent control module 6 of this utility model has multiple mode switching functions, and the device has four preset user operation modes:

[0037] The first operating mode is: General Mode. Upon initial startup, the cold water tank 2 rapidly cools and the hot water tank 4 rapidly heats. Once the water in the cold water tank 2 reaches the set value, water output begins. The initial output water temperature is 38 degrees Celsius, decreasing by 6 degrees Celsius per minute. When the temperature drops to 14 degrees Celsius, it is maintained for 3 minutes. Then, the temperature begins to rise from 14 degrees Celsius, increasing by 6 degrees Celsius per minute. When the temperature reaches 38 degrees Celsius, it is maintained for 3 minutes. This cooling and heating rate cycle repeats for 3 cycles, with a total duration of 33 minutes.

[0038] The second operating mode is the rapid mode. Upon initial startup, the cold water tank 2 rapidly cools and the hot water tank 4 rapidly heats. Once the water in the cold water tank 2 reaches the set value, water output begins. The initial output water temperature is 38 degrees Celsius, decreasing by 6 degrees Celsius per minute. When the temperature drops to 14 degrees Celsius, it is maintained for 3 minutes. Then, the temperature begins to rise from 14 degrees Celsius, increasing by 6 degrees Celsius per minute. When the temperature reaches 38 degrees Celsius, it is maintained for 3 minutes. This cooling and heating rate cycle repeats twice, for a total duration of 22 minutes.

[0039] The third operating mode is: Low Temperature Mode. Upon initial startup, the cold water tank 2 rapidly cools and the hot water tank 4 rapidly heats. Once the water in the cold water tank 2 reaches the set value, water output begins. The initial output water temperature is 38 degrees Celsius, decreasing by 6 degrees Celsius per minute. When the temperature drops to 10 degrees Celsius, it is maintained for 3 minutes. Then, the temperature begins to rise from 10 degrees Celsius, increasing by 6 degrees Celsius per minute. When the temperature reaches 38 degrees Celsius, it is maintained for 3 minutes. This cooling and heating rate cycle repeats twice, for a total duration of 26 minutes.

[0040] The fourth operating mode is: Custom Mode. Upon initial startup, the cold water tank 2 rapidly cools and the hot water tank 4 rapidly heats. Once the water level in the cold water tank 2 reaches the set value, the user can adjust the settings according to their desired water temperature, cooling rate, and heating rate. After saving the settings, the device will operate according to the configured parameters.

[0041] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0042] The above embodiments only illustrate several implementation methods of this utility model, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An atomized water cold and hot cycle physiotherapy device for use in semi-closed or closed small space, characterized in that: The system includes an outer casing (1) and a cold water storage tank (2), a cooling module (3), a hot water storage tank (4), a heating module (5), an intelligent control module (6), and an atomizing module (7) disposed within the outer casing (1). The cold water storage tank (2) is connected to the cooling module (3), and the heating module (5) is connected to the hot water storage tank (4). The intelligent control module (6) includes a control panel (61) and a first water pump (62). The inlet of the first water pump (62) is connected to the cold water storage tank (2) and the hot water storage tank (4) respectively through a water pipe, and the outlet of the first water pump (62) is connected to the atomizing module (7). The control panel (61) is connected to the first water pump (62), the heating module (5) and the cooling module (3). The atomizing module (7) is located in a semi-enclosed or enclosed small space. The control panel (61) controls the heating module (5) to heat the temperature of the hot water storage tank (4) to a set first temperature value, or controls the cooling module (3) to reduce the temperature of the cold water storage tank (2) to a set second temperature value. The control panel (61) controls the first water pump (62) to transport the water from the cold water storage tank (2) or the hot water storage tank (4) to the atomizing module (7) to generate low-temperature or high-temperature atomized water.

2. The atomized water-cooling and heating cycle physiotherapy equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The intelligent control module (6) also includes a second water pump (63), the water inlet of which is connected to a purification module. The purification module includes a filter component (8) and a disinfection component (9), and the disinfection component (9) is located between the second water pump (63) and the filter component (8).

3. The atomized water-cooling and heating cycle physiotherapy equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: The disinfection component (9) is an ozone generator or an ultraviolet lamp device.

4. The atomized water-cooling and heating cycle physiotherapy equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: The filter assembly (8) is an RO membrane purification device.

5. The atomizing water-cooled and heated circulation physiotherapy device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The atomizing module (7) is an atomizing nozzle, which adopts pressure atomization, rotary atomization, pneumatic atomization or ultrasonic atomization.

6. The atomized water-cooling and heating cycle physiotherapy equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The atomizing nozzle has a built-in temperature sensor, which detects the temperature of the atomized water produced by the atomizing nozzle in real time and transmits the temperature information to the intelligent control module (6).

7. The atomized water-cooling and heating cycle physiotherapy equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: A water flow sensor (10) is provided on the atomizing module (7) or the pipe connecting the atomizing module (7) and the first water pump (62), and the water flow sensor (10) is connected to the control panel (61).

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