A multifunctional asthma children's respiratory monitoring training device
By designing a multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma, and utilizing sliding components and a feedback mechanism, the problem of lack of fun and feedback in respiratory training for children with asthma has been solved, thereby improving training motivation and safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- WUHAN HANYANG HOSPITAL
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-31
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-24
AI Technical Summary
Children with asthma often lack enjoyment when undergoing breathing training, leading to low motivation and cooperation. Furthermore, existing devices cannot effectively provide feedback on breathing strength, which may worsen their condition.
Design a multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma. The device uses a sliding component to simulate rock climbing and tree climbing movements, combines visual and auditory feedback to display breathing strength, and uses magnets and light sensors to provide feedback on breathing resistance, thereby increasing the fun and accuracy of training.
It improves the fun and cooperation of breathing training for children with asthma, enhances their motivation to train through visual and auditory feedback, and reduces the risk of their condition worsening.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical equipment technology, specifically to a multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma. Background Technology
[0002] Breathing training refers to a series of exercises that consciously adjust and control the breathing pattern, depth, and frequency.
[0003] For children with asthma, breathing training can help improve lung function, reduce medication dependence, and enhance self-control during attacks. However, children may experience premature collapse and spasms due to poor control of breathing force during self-training, which can trigger coughing and wheezing, making them averse to breathing training and reducing their cooperation, thus affecting treatment effectiveness. To address this issue, the existing Acapella Choice (OPEP breathing trainer) includes an oval cavity with a mouthpiece detachably connected to one side and a resistance valve rotatably connected to the other side. A base is engaged with the bottom wall of the cavity, and a rocker arm is rotatably connected to the center of the base. By rotating the resistance valve, the resistance of the rocker arm can be adjusted, thereby controlling the child's breathing force during training and reducing the negative emotions and risks caused by improper breathing force control.
[0004] In actual use, although the above-mentioned device adjusts and controls the resistance during the breathing process through the resistance valve and rocker arm to avoid the child's condition from worsening due to improper control of breathing force, thereby improving the child's cooperation, breathing training requires long-term persistence. The training process only involves inhalation and exhalation, which is rather boring for children, causing them to be unwilling to cooperate in long-term training and reducing their training enthusiasm and cooperation.
[0005] Therefore, this invention proposes a multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0006] To address the aforementioned issues, this invention provides a multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma. By moving the sliding component to different positions, children can perform respiratory training at varying intensities. Simultaneously, the up-and-down movement of the sliding component mimics rock climbing and tree climbing movements, thereby increasing the fun of respiratory training and improving the child's cooperation during training.
[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows: A multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma includes a monitoring box, which is a transparent structure. A connecting cylinder is connected to one side of the monitoring box, and a mouthpiece is detachably connected to the connecting cylinder. A display column is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the monitoring box on the side away from the connecting cylinder. The display column is provided with a display component for displaying that the respiratory force has reached a specified level. A sliding component is slidably fitted in the middle of the display column for visualizing the respiratory force through the sliding position. First magnets are symmetrically arranged on both inner walls of the monitoring box perpendicular to the display column. Several second magnets corresponding to the first magnets are provided on the sliding component.
[0008] The technical principle of the above solution is as follows: Through the design of the display column and the sliding component, the child's breathing force is converted into visual feedback of the sliding component. When the child breathes, the sliding component slides along the display column. The distance between the sliding component and the first magnet is proportional to the resistance encountered during breathing. Then, the resistance of the child's breathing training is displayed through the display component to provide feedback on the child's breathing force.
[0009] The above solution has the following advantages: Compared with the existing technology, this solution uses a sliding component to provide feedback on the child's breathing intensity. When the sliding component slides along the display column, it can simulate rock climbing and tree climbing, which can make the child regard breathing training as a game process, thereby increasing the fun of breathing training. Furthermore, the display component provides feedback on the child's breathing intensity, further enhancing the attractiveness of breathing training for the child.
[0010] Furthermore, the sliding assembly includes a ring that slides in conjunction with the display column. Support rods are fixedly connected to both sides of the outer wall of the ring away from the display column, and springs are fixedly connected to the other end of each support rod. The other end of each spring is fixedly connected to both sides of the inner wall of the monitoring box, parallel to the display column.
[0011] Beneficial effects: When children are doing breathing training, the ring slides along the length of the display column as the child breathes, making the breathing visible. This allows the child to judge the strength of their own breathing based on the movement of the ring, and the movement of the ring attracts the child's attention, thereby increasing the fun of the breathing training.
[0012] Furthermore, the display component includes a controller, the output of which is connected to several light strips, and the bottom of each light strip is fixedly connected to several corresponding position blocks. The position blocks are all located inside the display column and each position block has an interesting pattern. The input of the controller is connected to several light sensors corresponding to the position blocks. The light sensors are all fixedly connected to the side of the corresponding position block away from the ring, and the inner wall of the ring is provided with reflective marks on the side near the light sensors.
[0013] Beneficial effects: Through the design of the light sensor and controller, when the reflective mark receives the light signal from the light sensor, it transmits an electrical signal to the controller, lighting up the corresponding light strip. The light strips on different levels indicate the corresponding breathing intensity, making the breathing intensity visible as a simple light and fun pattern display, thereby reducing the difficulty for children to distinguish the breathing intensity. At the same time, lighting up the light strips stimulates the children's interest in the challenge and increases the fun of breathing training.
[0014] Furthermore, a groove is opened at the bottom of the monitoring box, and a rotating rod is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the groove. A handle is fixedly connected to the rotating rod.
[0015] Beneficial effects: The handle design improves the ease of holding the hand during breathing training for children.
[0016] Furthermore, a locking buckle is fixedly connected to the bottom of the monitoring box on the side away from the rotating rod.
[0017] Beneficial effect: The locking buckle design makes it easy to store when not performing breathing exercises.
[0018] Furthermore, a protective shell is detachably connected to the side of the monitoring box near the connecting cylinder.
[0019] Beneficial effects: The protective shell design prevents dust from adhering to the mouthpiece when it is not in use, avoiding potential discomfort for children during breathing training.
[0020] Furthermore, a non-slip sleeve is detachably attached to the handle.
[0021] Beneficial effects: The anti-slip sleeve design increases the friction for children to grip the handle, reducing the risk of the handle accidentally slipping off.
[0022] Furthermore, the controller output signal is connected to an audio feedback module.
[0023] Beneficial effects: The sound feedback module allows for the setting of encouraging sound feedback, which can motivate children to train and thus increase the fun of breathing training.
[0024] Furthermore, an ultraviolet disinfection lamp is integrated inside the connecting cylinder.
[0025] Beneficial effects: The ultraviolet disinfection lamp is designed to disinfect the connecting tube after breathing training, preventing the growth of bacteria caused by residual saliva in the child, thereby reducing the risk of the child's condition worsening.
[0026] Furthermore, the side wall of the monitoring box away from the groove is made into a transparent plate.
[0027] Beneficial effects: The transparent design makes it easy for children to observe the position of the ring and the lighting status of the light strip.
[0028] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0029] Figure 1 This is an isometric view of the mouthpiece of an embodiment of the multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma of this utility model;
[0030] Figure 2 This is a horizontal sectional view of the top of the monitoring box in an embodiment of the multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 3 This is a horizontal sectional view of the bottom of the monitoring box in an embodiment of the multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma of this utility model;
[0032] Figure 4 This is a vertical sectional view of the monitoring box in an embodiment of the multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma of this utility model.
[0033] The reference numerals in the accompanying drawings of the instruction manual include: 1. Monitoring box; 2. Connecting cylinder; 3. Mouthpiece; 4. Protective shell; 5. Display column; 6. Ring; 7. Support rod; 8. Spring; 9. First magnet; 10. Second magnet; 11. Rotating rod; 12. Handle; 13. Locking buckle; 14. Groove; 15. Light strip; 16. Light sensor; 17. Gear block. Detailed Implementation
[0034] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," 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 do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0037] The following detailed description illustrates the specific implementation method:
[0038] Example 1:
[0039] As attached Figure 1 As shown: A multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma includes a monitoring box 1, which is transparent. A connecting tube 2 is connected to one side of the monitoring box 1, and a mouthpiece 3 is detachably connected to the connecting tube 2. Because children with asthma have younger ages and more scattered attention spans compared to adults, it is necessary to visualize the respiratory training to increase its appeal and help them focus their attention. (See attached image.) Figure 2 As shown, a display column 5 is welded to the inner wall of the monitoring box 1 on the side away from the connecting cylinder 2. A sliding component for visualizing the breathing force through the sliding position is slidably fitted in the middle of the display column 5. The display column 5 is provided with a display component for displaying that the breathing force has reached a specified level. The sliding component includes a ring 6. Support rods 7 are welded to both sides of the outer wall of the ring 6. Springs 8 are welded to the other end of the support rods 7. The other end of the springs 8 is welded to the inner wall of the monitoring box 1, so that the ring 6 can be reset by the rebound force of the springs 8 after moving along the length direction of the display column 5.
[0040] The display components include a controller, preferably an STMicroelectronics STM32L476RG, whose output is connected to several LED strips 15, all preferably LED strips 15, as shown in the attached diagram. Figure 4As shown, several corresponding speed blocks 17 are glued to the bottom of each light strip 15. Six speed blocks 17 are preferably set, all located inside the display column 5 and symmetrically arranged along the middle of the length of the display column 5. Fruit or tool patterns can be set on the speed blocks 17 to increase the child's interest. The distance between the speed blocks 17 and the connecting cylinder 2, from closest to farthest, corresponds to the third suction level, the second suction level, the first suction level, the first exhalation level, the second exhalation level, and the third exhalation level. The preferred interesting patterns on the speed blocks 17 are, in the above order, baskets, boxes, plates, cherries, apples, and bananas. Several light sensors 16 corresponding to the speed blocks 17 are connected to the controller input signal. The preferred model of the light sensors 16 is Vishay Semiconductors. The VCNL4040 and light sensor 16 are both welded to the side of the corresponding gear block 17 away from the ring 6, and the inner wall of the ring 6 is provided with reflective markings on the side near the light sensor 16; at the same time, the signal of the controller output terminal is connected to a sound feedback module. The preferred model of the sound feedback module is the combination of Weichuang Zhiyin WT588D-16P voice chip and Kesheng KSP-3225-0.5W speaker, so that the child can receive visual and auditory feedback and improve the fun of breathing training;
[0041] Since the position of ring 6 on different blocks 17 represents different breathing forces, but the magnitude of the breathing force cannot be directly determined by observing the position of ring 6, in order to intuitively and accurately monitor the breathing force of children during breathing training, as shown in the attached document... Figure 2 As shown, the monitoring box 1 has first magnets 9 symmetrically arranged on its top and bottom walls, while the support rod 7 has second magnets 10 corresponding to the first magnets 9 bonded to its top and bottom walls. The magnetic poles of the first magnets 9 and the corresponding second magnets 10 are the same on the side closest to each other. The distance between the first magnets 9 and the corresponding second magnets 10 is inversely proportional to their magnetic repulsion force, which increases as the distance decreases. The breathing force and the magnetic repulsion force act simultaneously on the support rod 7, causing the ring 6 to move and converting the breathing force into a change in the position of the ring 6. When the breathing force reaches 600cc, the ring 6 moves to the first level of exhalation and the first level of inhalation. When the breathing force reaches 900cc, the ring 6 moves to the second level of exhalation and the second level of inhalation. When the breathing force reaches 1200cc, the ring 6 moves to the third level of exhalation and the third level of inhalation.
[0042] The specific implementation process is as follows: When the child needs breathing training, training goals can be set for the child. For example, when the child needs to train with a breathing force of 600cc, the child is given the "picking cherries" challenge, which means reaching the first level of expiratory force. Then, the child opens the protective cover, puts their mouth on the mouthpiece 3 and keeps it sealed, and blows air into the monitoring box 1. By blowing air into the ring 6, when the reflective mark of the ring 6 receives the signal from the light sensor 16 of the first level of expiratory force and reflects it, the light rod sensor transmits the reflected signal to the controller. Then, the controller output sends a signal to the sound feedback module and the corresponding light strip 15, causing the light strip 15 of the first level of expiratory force to light up, and at the same time, it emits the voice encouragement "You're great!", so that the child can judge whether they have succeeded and be encouraged by the light of the light strip 15, thus improving the child's sense of accomplishment. When the reflective mark of the ring 6 does not receive the signal from the light sensor 16, it emits the voice encouragement "You've done great, keep it up!" The device provides verbal encouragement to prevent the child from losing confidence due to incomplete training. Then, the child is given the challenge of "putting the cherry in the plate," which involves reaching the first suction level. The child inhales, generating suction with the ring 6. When the ring 6 reaches the first suction level, the reflective mark on it receives a signal from the light sensor 16 at the first suction level and sends a feedback signal. The light sensor 16 then transmits the feedback signal to the controller, which in turn illuminates the light strip 15 at the first suction level and emits a verbal encouragement, "Congratulations, you succeeded!" This completes one breathing exercise with a 600cc breathing intensity. After each exercise, the child needs to rest for 8-10 seconds before starting the next exercise to prevent the child's condition from flare up or worsen due to continuous forceful breathing. The aforementioned fun patterns can be designed in various other forms, such as climbing games, or customized according to the child's preferences to increase their motivation.
[0043] Example 2:
[0044] As attached Figure 3 and attached Figure 4 As shown, the difference from Embodiment 1 is that, since children's grip strength is less than that of adults, they cannot cover the monitoring box 1 with their palms to ensure the stability of holding it when they pick it up. The bottom of the monitoring box 1 has a groove 14, and a rotating rod 11 is rotatably connected in the groove 14. A handle 12 is welded on the rotating rod 11, and an anti-slip sleeve is detachably connected to the handle 12. A locking buckle 13 is welded on the bottom of the monitoring box 1 away from the rotating rod 11.
[0045] The specific implementation process is as follows: The design of the handle 12 improves the convenience and stability for the child to pick up the monitoring box 1, while the anti-slip sleeve increases the friction between the handle 12 and the child's palm, reducing the risk of slipping.
[0046] Example 3:
[0047] As attached Figure 1 As shown, the difference from Example 2 is that, during the child's breathing training, exhalation and inhalation will carry some saliva, which easily adheres to the connecting tube 2 and the mouthpiece 3. Therefore, it needs to be cleaned and disinfected regularly. The connecting tube 2 is equipped with an ultraviolet disinfection lamp, preferably the LG Innotek LH353-275NC model. The monitoring box 1 is fitted with a protective shell 4 on the side near the connecting tube 2.
[0048] The specific implementation process is as follows: the connecting tube 2 is disinfected and sterilized regularly by ultraviolet disinfection lamp, while the mouthpiece 3 can be disassembled and cleaned. The protective shell 4 ensures that dust adheres to the connecting tube 2 and the mouthpiece 3 when not in use, thereby improving the safety of the child's breathing training.
[0049] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this invention.
Claims
1. A multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma, comprising a monitoring box (1), the monitoring box (1) being a transparent structure, a connecting tube (2) being connected to one side of the monitoring box (1), and a mouthpiece (3) being detachably connected to the connecting tube (2), characterized in that: A display column (5) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the monitoring box (1) away from the connecting cylinder (2). The display column (5) is provided with a display component for displaying the respiratory force reaching a specified level. A sliding component is slidably fitted in the middle of the display column (5) for visualizing the respiratory force through the sliding position. The inner walls of the monitoring box (1) perpendicular to the display column (5) are symmetrically provided with first magnets (9). The sliding component is provided with several second magnets (10) corresponding to the first magnets (9).
2. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sliding assembly includes a ring (6), which slides in conjunction with the display column (5). Support rods (7) are fixedly connected to both sides of the outer wall of the ring (6) away from the display column (5). Springs (8) are fixedly connected to the other end of the support rods (7). The other end of the springs (8) is fixedly connected to both sides of the inner wall of the monitoring box (1) parallel to the display column (5).
3. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 2, characterized in that: The display component includes a controller. The output of the controller is connected to several light strips (15). Several gear blocks (17) corresponding to the light strips (15) are fixedly connected to the bottom of each light strip (15). The gear blocks (17) are all located inside the display column (5). Each gear block (17) has interesting patterns. The input of the controller is connected to several light sensors (16) corresponding to the gear blocks (17). Each light sensor (16) is fixedly connected to the side of the corresponding gear block (17) away from the ring (6). The inner wall of the ring (6) near the light sensor (16) has reflective markings.
4. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 1, characterized in that: The monitoring box (1) has a groove (14) at the bottom, and a rotating rod (11) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the groove (14). A handle (12) is fixedly connected to the rotating rod (11).
5. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 4, characterized in that: A locking buckle (13) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the monitoring box (1) on the side away from the rotating rod (11).
6. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 1, characterized in that: The monitoring box (1) is detachably connected to a protective shell (4) on the side near the connecting cylinder (2).
7. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 4, characterized in that: A non-slip sleeve is detachably attached to the handle (12).
8. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 3, characterized in that: The controller output is connected to an audio feedback module.
9. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting cylinder (2) has an integrated ultraviolet disinfection lamp inside.
10. The multifunctional respiratory monitoring and training device for children with asthma according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the monitoring box (1) away from the groove (14) is set as a transparent plate.