Electrical stimulation treatment helmet with rehabilitation function

Abstract

This utility model discloses an electrostimulation therapy helmet with rehabilitation functions, belonging to the field of rehabilitation assistive device technology. It includes a front shell and a rear shell, which are connected together by a head circumference adjuster to form a helmet body adapted to the human head. A strap extending towards the top of the head is provided on the helmet body, and the strap is equipped with a tension adjuster and a head cover. Electrode plates are provided on the inner surfaces of both the rear shell and the head cover, and the inner surfaces of the electrode plates are designed to contact the human head. Specifically, the electrode plates on the inner surface of the rear shell correspond to the balance zone of the human head, and the electrode plates on the inner surface of the head cover correspond to the motor zone of the human head. This utility model provides electrostimulation therapy to the balance and motor zones for people recovering from spinal cord injuries, myelitis, or strokes, helping patients obtain effective rehabilitation stimulation in a home environment and accelerating the rehabilitation process.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of rehabilitation assistive equipment technology, specifically to an electrical stimulation therapy helmet with rehabilitation functions. Background Technology

[0002] Most helmets on the market are head massagers, primarily designed for healthy individuals to relax. However, for those recovering from spinal cord injuries, myelitis, or strokes, there are many unique rehabilitation needs. Existing technology has failed to provide effective rehabilitation aids for these individuals. This results in patients who are bedridden for long periods or unable to access proper hospital treatment being unable to receive continuous and effective stimulation to their balance and motor areas in a home environment, hindering their rehabilitation process. Furthermore, the high cost and lengthy treatment period for spinal cord injury patients place a heavy financial burden on them and their families. In addition, the burden of care and psychological stress on family members is difficult to alleviate due to the lack of effective aids.

[0003] In view of the above, this application is hereby submitted. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an electrostimulation therapy helmet with rehabilitation functions to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides an electrostimulation therapy helmet with rehabilitation function, including a front shell and a rear shell. The front shell and the rear shell are connected together by a head circumference adjuster to form a helmet body that fits the human head. The helmet body is provided with a strap extending towards the top of the human head. The strap is provided with a tension adjuster and a head cover. Electrode plates are provided on the inner surfaces of the rear shell and the head cover. The inner surfaces of the electrode plates are used to contact the human head.

[0006] The electrode plates on the inner surface of the rear shell correspond to the balance zone of the human head, and the electrode plates on the inner surface of the head cover correspond to the movement zone of the human head.

[0007] Furthermore, a first air chamber is provided inside the rear housing, and a second air chamber is provided inside the head cover. Electrode plates that communicate with the inner surfaces of both the rear housing and the head cover are installed, and the electrode plates are disposed on the outer surface of the flexible airbag.

[0008] Furthermore, the inner surface of the rear housing has a first opening that communicates with the first air chamber, and the inner surface of the head cover has a second opening that communicates with the second air chamber. Flexible airbags are installed inside both the first and second openings.

[0009] Furthermore, it also includes an air supply component disposed on the helmet body for supplying air to the first air chamber and the second air chamber. The air supply component includes an air supply pipe connected to the rear outer wall of the rear shell. One end of the air supply pipe is connected to the first air chamber, and the other end is connected to an air pump. A connecting pipe connected to the first air chamber is installed on the top outer wall of the rear shell, and the other end of the connecting pipe is connected to the second air chamber.

[0010] Furthermore, an on / off valve is installed on the connecting pipe, which is used to control the opening and closing of the connecting pipe.

[0011] Furthermore, a power supply line is connected to the rear side wall of the rear housing, and a remote control is connected to the power supply line. The electrode plate is electrically connected to the remote control through the power supply line.

[0012] Furthermore, multiple air vents are provided on the head cover shell, and the multiple air vents are equidistantly distributed along the bottom surface of the head cover shell. The interior of the second air chamber is provided with a sealing element for controlling the communication between the air vents and the second air chamber.

[0013] Furthermore, the sealing component includes a cover plate disposed inside the second air chamber, the cover plate covering the bottom surface of the second air chamber to block the air outlet, and an electromagnet for adsorbing the cover plate to move upward and detach from the bottom surface of the second air chamber is also installed on the top surface of the second air chamber.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] 1. In this utility model, the head cover is located on the strap, and the electrode plates set on the inner surface of the rear shell and the head cover correspond to the balance zone and the movement zone of the human head, respectively. When the helmet is worn, the inner surface of the electrode plates contacts the human head, and the corresponding areas are treated with rehabilitation through electrical stimulation. It can stimulate the balance zone and the movement zone of the human head separately, and meet the special rehabilitation needs of people with spinal cord injury, myelitis or stroke.

[0016] 2. In this utility model, the first air chamber inside the rear shell and the second air chamber inside the head cover shell are connected to the flexible airbag installed inside. The inflation and deflation of the air chambers causes the flexible airbag to deform, which in turn causes the electrode pads to fit the head better and optimize the electrical stimulation effect. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a front view structural diagram of the present utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 For along Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure along the center section AA;

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of the structure at point A in the middle.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Front shell; 2. Rear shell; 3. Head circumference adjuster; 4. Straps; 5. Tension adjuster; 6. Head cover; 7. Air supply pipe; 8. Air supply pump; 9. Power supply line; 10. Remote control; 11. Connecting pipe; 12. Opening and closing valve; 13. Flexible airbag; 14. Electrode plate; 15. First air chamber; 16. Second air chamber; 17. Air outlet; 18. Cover plate; 19. Electromagnet. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] Please see Figures 1-5 This utility model provides a technical solution: an electrostimulation therapy helmet with rehabilitation function, including a front shell 1 and a rear shell 2. The front shell 1 and the rear shell 2 are connected together by a head circumference adjuster 3 to form a helmet body that is adapted to the human head. A strap 4 extending towards the top of the human head is provided on the helmet body. A tension adjuster 5 and a head cover 6 are provided on the strap 4. Electrode plates 14 are provided on the inner surfaces of the rear shell 2 and the head cover 6. The inner surfaces of the electrode plates 14 are used to contact the human head.

[0025] Among them, the electrode plate 14 on the inner surface of the rear shell 2 corresponds to the balance zone of the human head, and the electrode plate 14 on the inner surface of the head cover 6 corresponds to the movement zone of the human head.

[0026] See Figure 1 The rear housing 2 has a first air chamber 15 inside, and the head cover 6 has a second air chamber 16 inside. Electrode plates 14 that are in communication with the inner surfaces of the rear housing 2 and the head cover 6 are installed. The electrode plates 14 are disposed on the outer surface of the flexible airbag 13.

[0027] Specifically, when the air chamber is inflated or deflated, the flexible airbag 13 will deform accordingly, thereby making the electrode pad 14 fit the head more closely. At the same time, the presence of the air chamber may change the pressure distribution when the electrode pad 14 is stimulated.

[0028] See Figure 3 and Figure 4 The inner surface of the rear shell 2 is connected to the first air chamber 15 through a first opening, and the inner surface of the head cover shell 6 is provided with a second opening connected to the second air chamber 16. Flexible airbags 13 are installed inside both the first opening and the second opening.

[0029] Specifically, in this way, the gas in the air cavity can interact with the flexible airbag 13 through the opening, causing the flexible airbag 13 to deform when the gas pressure in the air cavity changes, thereby changing the contact state between the electrode pad 14 and the head. The connection method between the air cavity and the flexible airbag 13 is clarified, ensuring the effective effect of the air cavity on the flexible airbag 13, making the adjustment function of the electrode pad 14 in contact with the head more stable and reliable, and further improving the stability and effectiveness of the stimulation of the electrode pad 14 during rehabilitation treatment.

[0030] See Figure 4 It also includes an air supply component installed on the helmet body for supplying air to the first air chamber 15 and the second air chamber 16. The air supply component includes an air supply pipe 7 connected to the rear outer wall of the rear shell 2. One end of the air supply pipe 7 is connected to the first air chamber 15, and the other end is connected to an air pump 8. A connecting pipe 11 connected to the first air chamber 15 is installed on the top outer wall of the rear shell 2. The other end of the connecting pipe 11 is connected to the second air chamber 16.

[0031] Specifically, the air pump 8 supplies air to the first air chamber 15 through the air supply pipe 7. One end of the connecting pipe 11 on the outer wall of the top surface of the rear housing 2 is connected to the first air chamber 15, and the other end is connected to the second air chamber 16, so that the gas in the first air chamber 15 can enter the second air chamber 16 through the connecting pipe 11, realizing unified control of the air supply to the two air chambers. The setting of this air supply component can conveniently supply air to the first air chamber 15 and the second air chamber 16. The air supply operation of the two air chambers can be realized through one air pump 8, which simplifies the structure, improves the convenience of operation, helps to better control the contact state between the electrode pad 14 and the head, and improves the rehabilitation treatment effect.

[0032] See Figure 2 A valve 12 is installed on the connecting pipe 11, which is used to control the opening and closing of the connecting pipe 11.

[0033] See Figure 2 The rear side wall of the rear housing 2 is also connected to a power supply line 9, and a remote control 10 is connected to the power supply line 9. The electrode plate 14 is electrically connected to the remote control 10 through the power supply line 9.

[0034] Specifically, users can conveniently control the electrical stimulation parameters of the electrode pads 14, such as on / off, intensity, and frequency, using the remote control 10. The remote control 10 allows patients or their families to easily control the electrical stimulation of the electrode pads 14 without touching the helmet itself, improving the convenience and safety of operation. Especially for rehabilitation patients with limited mobility, treatment parameters can be adjusted without complicated operations, enhancing the practicality of the product.

[0035] See Figure 1 Multiple air vents 17 are provided on the head cover shell 6. The multiple air vents 17 are equidistantly distributed along the bottom surface of the head cover shell 6. A sealing component is provided inside the second air chamber 16 to control the communication between the air vents 17 and the second air chamber 16.

[0036] Specifically, multiple air vents 17 are equidistantly distributed around the bottom surface of the head cover 6. This arrangement allows the ejected gas to cover different parts of the human head more evenly, thereby achieving a more comprehensive and efficient air blowing heat dissipation effect.

[0037] See Figures 2-5 The sealing component includes a cover plate 18 disposed inside the second air chamber 16. The cover plate 18 covers the bottom surface of the second air chamber 16 to block the air outlet 17. An electromagnet 19 is also installed on the top surface of the second air chamber 16 to attract the cover plate 18 to move upward and detach it from the bottom surface of the second air chamber 16.

[0038] Specifically, the cover plate 18 in the sealing component covers the bottom surface of the second air chamber 16 to block the air outlet 17. When the electromagnet 19 installed on the top surface of the second air chamber 16 is energized, it generates magnetic force, attracting the cover plate 18 to move upward and detach it from the bottom surface of the second air chamber 16, thereby opening the air outlet 17 and allowing gas to be discharged. When the electromagnet 19 is de-energized, the cover plate 18 falls back under the action of gravity and other forces, re-blocking the air outlet 17.

[0039] Working principle: The front shell 1 and the rear shell 2 are connected by the head circumference adjuster 3 to form the helmet body to adapt to different head circumferences. The strap 4 extends from the helmet body to the top of the head. The tension adjuster 5 on the strap 4 can adjust the tightness of the fit. The head cover 6 is located on the strap 4, together forming a structure that fits the human head.

[0040] The electrode pads 14 on the inner surface of the rear shell 2 correspond to the balance zone of the human head, and the electrode pads 14 on the inner surface of the head cover 6 correspond to the motor zone. The electrode pads 14 are used to perform electrical stimulation rehabilitation treatment on specific areas.

[0041] The first air chamber 15 in the rear shell 2 and the second air chamber 16 in the head cover shell 6 are connected to the internally installed flexible airbag 13. The inflation and deflation of the air chambers deforms the flexible airbag 13, which drives the electrode plate 14 to better fit the head and optimize the electrical stimulation effect.

[0042] The air supply pump 8 supplies air to the first air chamber 15 through the air supply pipe 7. The gas in the first air chamber 15 can flow into the second air chamber 16 through the connecting pipe 11. The opening and closing valve 12 on the connecting pipe 11 controls the gas flow between the two air chambers, so as to realize the flexible adjustment of the air chamber pressure.

[0043] The power supply line 9 connects the housing 2 to the remote controller 10, and the electrode pad 14 is electrically connected to the remote controller 10 through the power supply line 9, which facilitates remote control of the electrical stimulation parameters of the electrode pad 14.

[0044] The vent 17 on the head cover 6 cooperates with the sealing component inside the second air chamber 16. The electromagnet 19 controls the displacement of the cover plate 18 to achieve automatic control of the opening and closing of the vent 17. When the vent 17 is open, the second air chamber 16 forms a passage with the external environment. Due to the gas pressure provided by the air supply pump 8 inside the air chamber, the gas tends to flow towards the outside with lower pressure. At this time, the gas in the second air chamber 16 will be quickly ejected through the vent 17 and directly act on the human head. Multiple vents 17 are evenly distributed around the bottom surface of the head cover 6. This layout allows the ejected gas to cover different parts of the human head more evenly, thereby achieving a more comprehensive and efficient blowing and heat dissipation effect. The gas ejected from the vent 17 exchanges heat with the hot air on the surface of the head, accelerating the dissipation of heat from the head and achieving the purpose of cooling the head.

[0045] The on / off valve 12 is installed on the connecting pipe 11 and can control the flow of gas between the first air chamber 15 and the second air chamber 16. This helps to regulate the amount of gas entering the second air chamber 16, thereby controlling the pressure and flow rate of the gas ejected from the air outlet 17 to meet the needs of different patients for the intensity of blowing heat.

[0046] The electromagnet 19 and the cover plate 18 in the sealing component work together. When the electromagnet 19 is energized, it attracts the cover plate 18 and moves it upward, causing the cover plate 18 to detach from the bottom surface of the second air chamber 16, thereby opening the air outlet 17. When the power is off, the cover plate 18 falls back and blocks the air outlet 17. This design can precisely control the opening and closing of the air outlet 17 so that the air outlet 17 can be opened in time when needed for air blowing and heat dissipation, and closed when not needed to maintain other functions of the air chamber system or maintain the stability of the helmet.

[0047] As described above, although the present invention has been shown and described with reference to specific preferred embodiments, it should not be construed as limiting the present invention itself. Various changes in form and detail may be made to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An electrostimulation treatment helmet with rehabilitative function, characterized in that, The helmet includes a front shell (1) and a rear shell (2), which are connected together by a head circumference adjuster (3) to form a helmet body that is adapted to the human head. The helmet body is provided with a strap (4) extending towards the top of the human head. The strap (4) is provided with a tension adjuster (5) and a head cover (6). Electrode plates (14) are provided on the inner surfaces of the rear shell (2) and the head cover (6). The inner surfaces of the electrode plates (14) are used to contact the human head. Among them, the electrode plate (14) on the inner surface of the rear shell (2) corresponds to the balance zone of the human head, and the electrode plate (14) on the inner surface of the head cover (6) corresponds to the movement zone of the human head.

2. An electro-stimulation treatment helmet with rehabilitation functions as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The rear housing (2) has a first air chamber (15) inside, and the head cover (6) has a second air chamber (16) inside. Electrode plates (14) that are in communication with the inner surfaces of the rear housing (2) and the head cover (6) are installed. The electrode plates (14) are disposed on the outer surface of the flexible airbag (13).

3. An electro-stimulation treatment helmet with rehabilitation functions as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that: The inner surface of the rear shell (2) has a first opening that communicates with the first air chamber (15), and the inner surface of the head cover (6) has a second opening that communicates with the second air chamber (16). Flexible airbags (13) are installed inside both the first opening and the second opening.

4. An electro-stimulation treatment helmet with rehabilitation functions as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes an air supply component disposed on the helmet body for supplying air to the first air chamber (15) and the second air chamber (16). The air supply component includes an air supply pipe (7) connected to the rear outer wall of the rear shell (2). One end of the air supply pipe (7) is connected to the first air chamber (15), and the other end is connected to an air pump (8). A connecting pipe (11) connected to the first air chamber (15) is installed on the top outer wall of the rear shell (2). The other end of the connecting pipe (11) is connected to the second air chamber (16).

5. The electrostimulation therapy helmet with rehabilitation function as described in claim 4, characterized in that: A valve (12) is installed on the connecting pipe (11), and the valve (12) is used to control the opening and closing of the connecting pipe (11).

6. The electro-stimulation treatment helmet with rehabilitation functions as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The rear sidewall of the rear housing (2) is also connected to a power supply line (9), and a remote controller (10) is connected to the power supply line (9). The electrode plate (14) is electrically connected to the remote controller (10) through the power supply line (9).

7. An electro-stimulation treatment helmet with rehabilitation functions as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that: Multiple air vents (17) are provided on the head cover (6). The multiple air vents (17) are equidistantly distributed along the bottom surface of the head cover (6). A sealing element for controlling the communication between the air vents (17) and the second air chamber (16) is provided inside the second air chamber (16).

8. An electro-stimulation treatment helmet with rehabilitation functions as claimed in claim 7, characterized in that: The sealing component includes a cover plate (18) disposed inside the second air chamber (16), the cover plate (18) covering the bottom surface of the second air chamber (16) to block the air outlet (17), and an electromagnet (19) is also installed on the top surface of the second air chamber (16) to attract the cover plate (18) to move upward and detach from the bottom surface of the second air chamber (16).

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