A cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine department
By introducing innovative designs such as high-strength silicone rubber lips and fluororubber sealing rings, the problems of cupping device sealing and ease of operation have been solved, achieving stable negative pressure and improved user experience.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- THE SECOND AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF ANHUI UNIVERSITY OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (ACUPUNCTURE AND MOXIBUSTION HOSPITAL OF ANHUI PROVINCE)
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-04
AI Technical Summary
Existing cupping devices have insufficient sealing and are inconvenient to operate, affecting efficiency and comfort.
Innovative designs, including high-strength silicone rubber lips, fluororubber sealing rings, rotating shafts, and limiting devices, ensure sealing performance and ease of operation.
The cupping device has improved sealing and ease of operation, ensuring stable negative pressure and enhancing the cupping effect and user experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of cupping device technology, specifically relating to a cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine. Background Technology
[0002] Cupping, as a traditional Chinese medicine therapy, has a long history of application. It primarily works by creating negative pressure on the skin to promote blood circulation, relieve pain, and treat diseases. However, existing cupping devices generally suffer from insufficient sealing, inconvenient operation, and unstable effects, necessitating an improved cupping device to address these shortcomings.
[0003] The working principle of cupping devices is generally based on negative pressure, creating a pressure difference between the inside and outside of the cup by heating the cup at high temperature or by using a mechanical pump to draw in air. Some existing cupping devices use mechanical structures or hot air to generate negative pressure, but these devices have certain problems in terms of sealing and operational flexibility. Currently available cupping devices generally require the user to apply considerable force during removal, making operation inconvenient and affecting their efficiency and comfort. Utility Model Content
[0004] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine. It can effectively solve the problems of poor sealing and inconvenient operation by introducing precise structural design and sealing mechanism, combined with innovative elements such as rotating shaft, limiting device and spring pressure adjustment, thereby improving the overall performance and user experience of the cupping device.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:
[0006] A cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine includes a cupping body, characterized in that: the cupping body is hollow with an open bottom; a lip is provided on the outer side of the open bottom of the cupping body; a boss is provided at the center of the top of the cupping body; a first air inlet is provided on one side of the side surface of the boss; an mounting cylinder is provided on the other side of the boss; a shaft is rotatably mounted inside the boss; a vent hole is provided at the bottom of the shaft; a second air inlet is provided on the side surface of the shaft; the second air inlet communicates with the vent hole; the second air inlet corresponds to the position of the first air inlet; a limiting platform is provided on the top of the shaft; the limiting platform has a cross-sectional area larger than the shaft; the limiting platform is located on the top of the boss; and a knob is provided at the end of the limiting platform away from the shaft.
[0007] Furthermore, two sealing rings are fitted on the surface of the shaft core, and the two sealing rings are respectively placed on the upper and lower sides of the second air inlet hole. A retaining ring is installed below the surface of the shaft core, and the retaining ring is placed inside the upper part of the tank.
[0008] Furthermore, the surface of the limiting platform is provided with an indicator needle, which corresponds to the second air inlet. The surface of the shaft core is also provided with a positioning hole, which is distributed at an angle to the second air inlet. The positioning hole is a blind hole structure.
[0009] Furthermore, the mounting cylinder has a horizontally opened mounting hole inside, and a positioning bolt is slidably installed inside the mounting hole. The end of the positioning bolt is adapted to the internal size of the positioning hole. A connecting rod is provided on the outer end of the positioning bolt, and the connecting rod passes through the end surface of the mounting cylinder.
[0010] Furthermore, a concave ring is provided at the end of the surface of the connecting rod, the concave ring is placed outside the mounting cylinder, a spring is sleeved on the surface of the connecting rod, the spring is placed inside the mounting hole, and one end of the spring is in contact with the end surface of the positioning bolt.
[0011] Furthermore, a mounting base is provided above the end of the mounting cylinder, a swing rod is hinged to the surface of the mounting base, a U-shaped shift fork is provided at the bottom of the swing rod, the U-shaped shift fork is open downwards, and the U-shaped shift fork is locked inside the concave ring.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0013] Firstly, addressing the issue of poor sealing in traditional cupping devices, this invention utilizes a high-strength silicone rubber lip design to increase the contact area between the cup and the skin, thus improving sealing. The elasticity and wear resistance of the lip allow for a tighter contact between the cupping device and the skin during use, preventing gas leakage due to poor contact and ensuring stable negative pressure during cupping, thereby enhancing the cupping effect. Furthermore, two fluororubber sealing rings are positioned on the upper and lower sides of the second air inlet, further improving sealing performance and effectively preventing gas leakage during cupping.
[0014] When the cupping is finished and the cup needs to be removed, the shaft can be rotated by turning the knob, which will then make the second air inlet align with the first air inlet, allowing external air to enter the cup and eliminating the internal negative pressure, so that the cup can be removed easily and quickly. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is a bottom-view three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 2 For the present utility model Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the axial structure of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the positioning bolt installation structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram of area A.
[0020] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:
[0021] 1. Tank body; 11. Lip; 12. Boss; 13. First air inlet; 14. Mounting cylinder; 141. Mounting base; 15. Mounting hole; 2. Shaft core; 21. Vent hole; 22. Limiting platform; 23. Knob; 24. Indicator needle; 25. Second air inlet; 26. Positioning hole; 3. Sealing ring; 4. Snap ring; 5. Positioning bolt; 51. Connecting rod; 52. Concave ring; 6. Spring; 7. Swing rod; 71. U-shaped shift fork rod. Detailed Implementation
[0022] To make the objectives and advantages of this utility model clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with embodiments. It should be understood that the following text is merely used to describe one or more specific embodiments of this utility model and does not strictly limit the scope of protection specifically claimed by this utility model.
[0023] refer to Figures 1-3As shown, a cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine includes a cupping body 1. The cupping body 1 is hollow with an open bottom. A lip 11 is provided on the outer side of the open bottom of the cupping body 1. The lip 11 is made of high-strength silicone rubber, possessing good elasticity and wear resistance. The design of the lip 11 aims to increase the contact area between the cupping body 1 and the skin, thereby improving the sealing effect and preventing gas leakage during use. A boss 12 is provided at the center of the top of the cupping body 1. The surface of the boss 12 is made of high-temperature and corrosion-resistant ABS engineering plastic, possessing good high-temperature resistance and capable of withstanding the heat generated during cupping. A first air inlet 13 with a diameter of 4mm is provided on one side of the surface of the boss 12. An installation cylinder 14 is provided on the other side of the surface of the boss 12. The installation cylinder 14 is made of stainless steel, possessing excellent corrosion resistance and high strength. Inside the installation cylinder 14, a shaft core 2 is rotatably mounted. The shaft core 2 is made of hard aluminum alloy, possessing high strength and wear resistance, ensuring the long-term stability of the shaft core 2. A vent hole 21 with a diameter of 2mm is provided at the bottom of the shaft core 2. A second air inlet hole 25 is provided on the side surface of the shaft core 2, which communicates with the vent hole 21. The second air inlet hole 25 corresponds to the first air inlet hole 13 to ensure smooth gas flow and avoid uneven negative pressure. A limiting platform 22 is provided at the top of the shaft core 2. The cross-sectional area of the limiting platform 22 is larger than that of the shaft core 2. The limiting platform 22 is located on the top of the boss 12. A knob 23 is provided at the end of the limiting platform 22 away from the shaft core 2. The knob 23 is made of plastic for easy operation and can flexibly adjust the position of the shaft core 2 when rotated.
[0024] refer to Figure 3 As shown, two sealing rings 3 are fitted onto the surface of the shaft core 2. The sealing rings 3 are made of fluororubber, possessing excellent high-temperature resistance and chemical corrosion resistance, effectively preventing air leakage during cupping and ensuring stable negative pressure inside the cupping jar 1. The two sealing rings 3 are positioned on the upper and lower sides of the second air inlet 25 respectively, ensuring optimal sealing. A retaining ring 4 made of stainless steel is installed below the surface of the shaft core 2. Positioned inside the upper part of the cupping jar 1, the retaining ring 4, together with the large-section limiting platform 22 at the other end, serves to fix the shaft core 2, preventing axial displacement during use.
[0025] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the surface of the limiting platform 22 is equipped with an indicator needle 24, which is made of high-temperature resistant plastic. The indicator needle 24 corresponds to the second air inlet 25, and the two are at the same angle, making it easy for the user to know the position of the second air inlet 25 based on the indication of the indicator needle 24. The surface of the shaft core 2 also has a positioning hole 26, which is distributed at a 90-degree angle to the second air inlet 25. The positioning hole 26 is a blind hole structure, which can accurately lock the position of the shaft core 2 and prevent leakage caused by excessive rotation of the shaft core 2.
[0026] refer to Figures 2-4 As shown, a horizontal mounting hole 15 is provided inside the mounting cylinder 14. A positioning bolt 5 is slidably installed inside the mounting hole 15. The positioning bolt 5 is made of wear-resistant stainless steel to ensure stability and high strength after long-term use. The end of the positioning bolt 5 is matched with the internal dimensions of the positioning hole 26 to ensure precise fit. A connecting rod 51 is provided on the outer end of the positioning bolt 5, and the connecting rod 51 penetrates the end surface of the mounting cylinder 14. The connecting rod 51 is made of high-strength alloy steel, which has strong tensile strength and wear resistance, and can withstand the force that may be applied during the use of the cupping device.
[0027] refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, a concave ring 52 is provided at the end of the connecting rod 51. The concave ring 52 is located outside the mounting cylinder 14. The design of the concave ring 52 can better cooperate with other components and improve the stability of the structure. A spring 6 is sleeved on the surface of the connecting rod 51. The spring 6 is made of stainless steel and has good elasticity and fatigue resistance. The spring 6 is placed inside the mounting hole 15, with one end in contact with the end surface of the positioning bolt 5 and the other end in contact with the inside of the mounting cylinder 14. This ensures that the positioning bolt 5 can maintain a certain inward force under the action of the spring, thereby ensuring that the positioning bolt 5 remains in contact with the positioning hole 26 to ensure fixation during non-venting processes of the cupping device, preventing air leakage due to misoperation.
[0028] refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, a mounting base 141 is provided above the end of the mounting cylinder 14. A swing rod 7 is hinged to the surface of the mounting base 141. The swing rod 7 is made of aluminum alloy, which is lightweight and sturdy. A U-shaped fork rod 71 is provided at the bottom of the swing rod 7. The U-shaped fork rod 71 is open downwards and is engaged inside the concave ring 52. The design of the U-shaped fork rod 71 ensures a precise fit between the connecting rod 51 and the swing rod 7, avoiding unstable operation. This design plays an important adjustment role in the operation of the cupping device, allowing users to more easily and accurately adjust the working state of the cupping device.
[0029] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: During use, the shaft core 2 rotates inside the boss 12, and both ends are limited by the limiting platform 22 and the retaining ring 4 respectively, so as to ensure that the shaft core 2 can only rotate and cannot move axially. At the same time, the sealing rings 3 placed on both sides of the second air inlet 25 can improve the sealing performance of the shaft core 2 and the tank body 1 and prevent air leakage. Due to the presence of the spring 6, the positioning bolt 5 has an inward force, which in turn pulls the connecting rod 51 closer to the axis position of the tank body 1. Through the cooperation of the concave ring 52 and the U-shaped shift fork rod 71, the end of the swing rod 7 is driven to tilt outward. Through the positioning bolt 5 and the positioning hole 26 The two parts work together to ensure the stability of the angle of the shaft core 2. Since the positioning hole 26 and the second air inlet 25 are at 90 degrees respectively, and the boss 12 and the mounting cylinder 14 are symmetrically arranged, when the positioning bolt 5 is engaged with the positioning hole 26, the second air inlet 25 and the first air inlet 13 are completely misaligned, so that the inside of the canister 1 remains sealed and the sealing is guaranteed when cupping is performed. The canister 1 is heated by igniting the alcohol sponge, and then the port of the canister 1 is quickly covered on the skin. After the inside cools down, a negative pressure is formed to realize cupping. The lip 11 can increase the contact area between the canister 1 and the skin and improve the sealing effect.
[0030] When it is necessary to remove it, hold the knob 23 and press the end of the swing rod 7 inward. At this time, the connecting rod 51 can be pulled outward by the cooperation of the U-shaped fork rod 71 and the concave ring 52, so that the positioning bolt 5 is disengaged from the positioning hole 26. Then, turning the knob 23 can drive the shaft core 2 to rotate as a whole, so that the second air inlet 25 gradually coincides with the first air inlet 13, so that external air can enter the inside of the tank 1, and the internal pressure of the tank 1 is restored. At this time, it can be easily removed. The outer indicator needle 24 is at the same angle as the second air inlet 25 for easy observation.
[0031] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the scope of protection of this utility model. Structures, devices, and operating methods not specifically described or explained in this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, shall be implemented using conventional methods in the field.
Claims
1. A cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine, comprising a cupping body (1), characterized in that: The tank body (1) is hollow inside with an open bottom. A lip (11) is provided on the outer side of the bottom opening of the tank body (1). A boss (12) is provided at the center of the top of the tank body (1). A first air inlet (13) is provided on one side of the side surface of the boss (12). An installation cylinder (14) is provided on the other side of the surface of the boss (12). A shaft core (2) is rotatably installed inside the boss (12). A vent hole (21) is provided at the bottom of the shaft core (2). The side surface is provided with a second air inlet (25), which is connected to the ventilation hole (21). The second air inlet (25) is in a position corresponding to the first air inlet (13). A limiting platform (22) is provided on the top of the shaft core (2). The cross-sectional area of the limiting platform (22) is larger than that of the shaft core (2). The limiting platform (22) is placed on the top of the boss (12). A knob (23) is provided on the end of the limiting platform (22) away from the shaft core (2).
2. The cupping device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two sealing rings (3) are fitted on the surface of the shaft core (2). The two sealing rings (3) are respectively placed on the upper and lower sides of the second air inlet (25). A retaining ring (4) is installed below the surface of the shaft core (2). The retaining ring (4) is placed inside the tank body (1) above.
3. The cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting platform (22) is provided with an indicator needle (24), which corresponds to the second air inlet (25). The shaft core (2) is also provided with a positioning hole (26), which is distributed at a 90-degree angle to the second air inlet (25). The positioning hole (26) is a blind hole structure.
4. A cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The mounting cylinder (14) has a horizontally opened mounting hole (15) inside. A positioning bolt (5) is slidably installed inside the mounting hole (15). The end of the positioning bolt (5) is adapted to the internal size of the positioning hole (26). A connecting rod (51) is provided on the outer end of the positioning bolt (5). The connecting rod (51) passes through the end surface of the mounting cylinder (14).
5. A cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The connecting rod (51) has a concave ring (52) at its end. The concave ring (52) is placed outside the mounting cylinder (14). The connecting rod (51) is fitted with a spring (6). The spring (6) is placed inside the mounting hole (15). One end of the spring (6) is in contact with the end surface of the positioning bolt (5).
6. A cupping device for traditional Chinese medicine according to claim 5, characterized in that: A mounting base (141) is provided above the end of the mounting cylinder (14). A swing rod (7) is hinged to the surface of the mounting base (141). A U-shaped shift fork rod (71) is provided at the bottom of the swing rod (7). The U-shaped shift fork rod (71) is open downwards and is locked inside the concave ring (52).