A sole massaging device and a foot massager

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of foot sole massage device and foot massager, including base and driving device, driving device includes an output shaft, the massage device also includes first therapy unit, obtains the rotating power and carries out massage action to some part in sole;At least one second therapy unit, the part different from the part massaged by the first therapy unit in sole is massaged;Second therapy unit is attached to the first therapy unit by an eccentric member, a sliding block is configured on second therapy unit, a guide piece that is slidably matched with the sliding block is provided on the base, the guide piece is configured to limit the deflection angle of second therapy unit, so that the second therapy unit moves relative to the first therapy unit in the front-back direction of foot.The deflection angle of second therapy unit is effectively limited by configuring sliding block on second therapy unit and setting guide piece that is slidably matched with sliding block on base.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of foot massage devices, and in particular to a foot massage device and a foot massager. Background Technology

[0002] With the fast pace of modern life and increasing work pressure, people's health is receiving increasing attention. The feet, often referred to as the "second heart" of the body, contain numerous important acupoints and nerve endings, making foot health crucial for overall health. Prolonged standing, walking, or sitting can easily lead to foot fatigue, poor blood circulation, and muscle tension, subsequently causing various foot diseases and discomfort. Therefore, foot massage, as an effective health care method, is gaining popularity. Foot massage stimulates acupoints and reflex zones on the feet, promoting blood circulation, relieving muscle fatigue, and regulating the nervous system, thus achieving various health benefits such as disease prevention, improved physical fitness, and better sleep. Currently, the market offers a wide variety of foot massage products, including manual and electric massagers. Among them, electric foot massagers are particularly popular due to their ease of operation and adjustable massage intensity and frequency.

[0003] In existing foot massage devices, the massage unit eccentrically connected to the output shaft is prone to excessive or insufficient swaying angles during movement, resulting in uneven massage intensity and potentially causing unnecessary injury to the feet. Due to the lack of suitable guides to limit the swaying angle of the treatment unit, the second treatment unit may experience wobbling or displacement during movement, affecting the accuracy and comfort of the massage. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a foot massage device and a foot massager.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A foot massage device includes a base for supporting the sole of the foot and a drive mechanism disposed on the base. The drive mechanism includes an output shaft that outputs rotational power. The massage device further includes:

[0007] The first treatment unit is configured to acquire the rotational power and perform a massage action on a certain part of the sole of the foot.

[0008] At least one second treatment unit is configured to massage a portion of the sole of the foot that is different from the portion massaged by the first treatment unit;

[0009] The second treatment unit is attached to the first treatment unit by an eccentric member so that it can rotate eccentrically relative to the output shaft;

[0010] The second treatment unit is equipped with a slider, and the base is provided with a guide that slides with the slider. The guide is configured to limit the sway angle of the second treatment unit so that the second treatment unit moves relative to the first treatment unit in the front-back direction of the foot.

[0011] Furthermore, the guide has a groove configured to extend in the front-back direction of the foot.

[0012] Furthermore, the second treatment unit is capable of horizontal and vertical movement relative to the output shaft via the eccentric member, and the guide is configured to restrict the vertical movement and cause the second treatment unit to move substantially horizontally in the front-back direction of the foot.

[0013] Furthermore, the first treatment unit is configured as a set of foot rollers fixed to the output shaft, the foot rollers being configured to massage the area near the sole of the foot.

[0014] Furthermore, the foot roller includes foot arch massage protrusions and foot sole massage protrusions spaced apart on its outer periphery, with the top of the foot sole massage protrusions positioned higher than the top of the foot arch massage protrusions.

[0015] Furthermore, the second treatment unit includes a toe treatment component and a heel treatment component, which are connected to the first treatment unit via the eccentric component. The toe treatment component is provided with toe massage bumps for massaging the toes, and the heel treatment component is provided with heel massage bumps for massaging the heel.

[0016] Furthermore, the foot roller includes foot arch massage protrusions and foot sole massage protrusions spaced apart on its outer periphery, with the top of the foot sole massage protrusions positioned lower than the top of the foot arch massage protrusions.

[0017] Furthermore, the foot massage protrusion is provided with a sensing magnet, and the base is provided with a second Hall sensor plate that senses and cooperates with the sensing magnet.

[0018] Furthermore, the second treatment unit includes a toe treatment component and a heel treatment component, which are connected to the first treatment unit via the eccentric component. The toe treatment component is provided with toe massage bumps for massaging the toes, and the heel treatment component is provided with heel massage bumps for massaging the heel.

[0019] Furthermore, a ring magnet is fitted at the front end of the output shaft, and a first Hall sensor plate that engages with the ring magnet is provided on the base.

[0020] A foot massager includes the aforementioned foot massage device, as well as a foot back massage device, an ankle massage device, and an upper shell covering the base.

[0021] Furthermore, the ankle massage device includes an ankle massage airbag, which is equipped with massage bumps, which are crescent-shaped or elongated.

[0022] Due to the adoption of the above technical solutions, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0023] 1. This utility model comprises a first treatment unit and at least one second treatment unit. The first treatment unit receives rotational power from the output shaft of the drive device to perform a massage action on a certain part of the sole of the foot, while the second treatment unit massages other different parts of the sole. This design enables effective synergy between the massage units, rather than independent operation as in existing technologies. By configuring a slider on the second treatment unit and providing a guide on the base that slides with the slider, the sway angle of the second treatment unit is effectively limited. The groove of the guide extends in the front-back direction of the sole, allowing the second treatment unit to rotate eccentrically only within a specific angular range, avoiding excessively large or small sway angles.

[0024] 2. The second treatment unit of this invention can move horizontally and vertically relative to the output shaft via an eccentric component, while the guide component is configured to restrict the vertical movement, allowing the second treatment unit to move horizontally in the front-back direction of the foot. This design enables the second treatment unit to better adapt to the physiological structure and acupoint distribution of the foot, providing precise massage to specific areas such as the toes and heels.

[0025] 3. This utility model's foot massager not only includes the aforementioned innovative sole massage device, but also further integrates a back foot massage device, an ankle massage device, and an upper shell covering the base. The ankle massage device uses an ankle massage airbag and is equipped with crescent-shaped or elongated massage bumps, which can effectively massage and compress the ankle area, promote blood circulation in the ankle area, and relieve ankle fatigue. This comprehensive foot massage design allows users to enjoy a comprehensive massage of multiple parts of the foot, including the sole, back, and ankle, at once when using this patented foot massager, truly achieving comprehensive relaxation and health care for the feet. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below only relate to some embodiments of this utility model, and are not intended to limit this utility model.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 2 This is a diagram of the internal structure of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the ankle massage device and the instep massage device of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the structure of this utility model.

[0031] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the foot massage device of this utility model.

[0032] Figure 6 This is an internal structural diagram of the ankle massage device of this utility model.

[0033] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the driving device of this utility model.

[0034] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the drive device of this utility model.

[0035] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of the foot massage device of this utility model.

[0036] Figure 10 This is a diagram showing the changing states of the foot massage device of this utility model.

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[0038] In the diagram, 100. Base; 110. Guide component; 111. Slide groove; 120. Foot roller; 121. Foot massage protrusion; 1211. Magnet fixing groove; 1212. Induction magnet; 122. Foot massage protrusion; 130. Second Hall sensor plate; 200. Drive device; 210. Output shaft; 211. Ring magnet; 220. Motor; 230. First Hall sensor plate; 300. First treatment unit; 400. Second treatment unit Yuan; 410. Slider; 420. Toe massage component; 421. Toe massage bump; 430. Heel massage component; 431. Heel massage bump; 500. Eccentric component; 600. Instep massage device; 610. Instep massage airbag; 700. Ankle massage device; 710. Ankle massage airbag; 711. Massage bump; 720. Ankle airbag fixing component; 730. Ankle airbag fixing point; 800. Footrest; 900. Upper shell. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can be arranged and designed in various different configurations. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0040] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0041] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this patent document shall have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this utility model pertains. The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this utility model patent specification and claims do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms "an," "a," or "the" do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one. The terms "comprising" or "including" indicate that the element or object preceding "comprising" encompasses the element or object listed following "comprising" or its equivalents, and do not exclude other elements or objects. Terms such as "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer" are used only to indicate relative positional relationships. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly. They 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.

[0042] 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.

[0043] The following detailed description of some embodiments of the present invention is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the features in the following embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0044] Please see Figures 1 to 4This utility model discloses a foot massage device and foot massager. Its overall structural design revolves around the needs of human foot massage, including a base 100 for supporting the foot, a drive device 200 providing rotational power, a first treatment unit 300 and a second treatment unit 400 for massaging different parts of the foot, and auxiliary massage components such as a foot instep massager 600 and an ankle massager 700. All components work together to provide users with a comprehensive, comfortable, and effective foot massage experience through various massage methods. The upper shell 900 of the foot massager covers the base 100. The upper shell 900 not only protects the internal components but also provides a comfortable protective surface for the user's feet. The base 100 serves as the basic support component of the entire massage device, providing a platform for the installation and fixation of other components. The base 100 is provided with multiple mounting holes and fixing slots for precise installation of the drive device 200, guide member 110, and components such as the foot instep massager 600 and ankle massager 700. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 9 The base 100 features a footrest 800 tilted approximately 10° relative to the horizontal ground. This tilt angle is ergonomically designed to ensure a more natural and comfortable foot position when resting on the footrest, allowing for better contact with the massage device and enhancing the massage effect and user experience. Simultaneously, the tilted footrest 800 helps distribute pressure on different parts of the foot during the massage, preventing discomfort caused by excessive localized pressure. The drive unit 200 is the power source for the entire massage device, primarily comprising a motor 220 and an output shaft 210. The output shaft 210, serving as the output shaft of the motor 220, extends at one end to a key part of the massage device, providing rotational power to the first treatment unit 300 and the second treatment unit 400. A ring magnet 211 is fitted at the front end of the output shaft 210, and a first Hall effect sensor 230, which engages with the ring magnet 211, is located within the housing of the drive unit 200. When the motor 220 drives the output shaft 210 to rotate, the ring magnet 211 rotates accordingly. Each rotation triggers a signal from the first Hall sensor plate 130. This signal can be used to monitor the speed and operating status of the motor 220, and can also serve as a trigger signal for massage program control, enabling precise adjustment of massage rhythm and intensity.

[0045] Please see Figure 5In this embodiment, the first treatment unit 300 is configured as a set of foot rollers 120 fixed to the output shaft 210, mainly used for massaging the area near the sole of the foot. The foot rollers 120 rotate synchronously with the output shaft 210. Around the outer periphery of the foot rollers 120, there are spaced-apart foot massage protrusions 121 and foot sole massage protrusions 122. The shape, size, and distribution of the foot sole massage protrusions 121 and 122 are carefully designed, with the top of the foot sole massage protrusion 122 being lower than the top of the foot sole massage protrusion 121. This height difference design allows for different levels of massage stimulation based on the different sensitivity and acupoint distribution of the sole and foot sole during the massage process. The foot sole massage protrusion 121 is provided with a magnet fixing groove 1211, inside which a sensing magnet 1212 is fixed. Simultaneously, a second Hall effect sensor plate 130 is fixed on the base 100. When the foot roller 120 rotates under the drive of the output shaft 210, the induction magnet 1212 generates an induction signal each time it passes the second Hall sensor plate 910. By precisely monitoring and processing these induction signals, combined with the rotational speed of the foot roller 120, precise control of the positions of the arch massage protrusions 121 and 122 on the foot roller 120 can be achieved. (See also...) Figure 10When the foot massage module is in its initial state and rotated 270°, the arch massage protrusions 121 and 122 are hidden below the arch roller 120, and the massage experience is mainly concentrated on the toes and heel. When the foot massage module is rotated 90° and 180°, the arch massage protrusions 121 and 122 are positioned above the arch roller 120, and the massage experience is mainly concentrated on the arch. The second treatment unit 400 includes a toe treatment component 420 and a heel treatment component 430, mainly used to massage areas of the foot that differ from the massage areas of the first treatment unit 300, namely the toes and heels. Its surface is designed with an ergonomic arc structure to better conform to the shape of the toes and heels, providing a comfortable massage experience. The toe massage component 420 is equipped with toe massage bumps 421 for massaging the toes, and the heel massage component 430 is equipped with heel massage bumps 431 for massaging the heel. The shape, size, and distribution of these massage bumps are optimized, for example, using a shape that is higher in the middle and lower on both sides, and there are three of each bump. This design allows for more precise and effective massage stimulation targeting acupoints and muscle distribution in the toes and heels during the massage process, promoting blood circulation and relieving fatigue. In this embodiment, the second treatment unit 400 is attached to the first treatment unit 300 via an eccentric component 500, allowing it to rotate eccentrically relative to the output shaft 210. One end of the eccentric component 500 is fixedly connected to the first treatment unit 300, and the other end (eccentric end) is movably connected to the second treatment unit 400 (including the toe massage component 420 and the heel massage component 430). When the output shaft 210 drives the first treatment unit 300 to rotate, the second treatment unit 400 will undergo eccentric movement relative to the output shaft 210 due to the action of the eccentric component 500, thereby realizing different massage actions on the toes and heels. Simultaneously, the second treatment unit 400 is equipped with a slider 410, and the base 100 is provided with a guide 110 that slides in cooperation with the slider 410. The guide 110 has a groove 111, which is configured to extend in the posterior-posterior direction of the foot. The slider 410 is embedded in the groove 111 and can slide freely within it. The function of the guide 110 is to limit the sway angle of the second treatment unit 400, allowing the second treatment unit 400 to move relative to the first treatment unit 300 in the posterior-posterior direction of the foot. When the second treatment unit 400 moves horizontally and vertically relative to the output shaft 210 via the eccentric member 500, the guide member 110 restricts its vertical movement, allowing the second treatment unit 400 to move only horizontally in the front-back direction of the foot. This design enables the second treatment unit 400 to move regularly along the front-back direction of the foot during the massage, better covering the massage areas of the toes and heels, and improving the massage effect.

[0046] Furthermore, when the highest arch massage protrusion 121 on the arch roller 120 faces the toe treatment component 420, under the combined action of the eccentric component 500 and the guide component 110, the toe treatment component 420 is positioned furthest from the arch roller 120, while the heel treatment component 430 is positioned closest to the arch roller 120. Conversely, when the highest arch massage protrusion 121 on the arch roller 120 faces the heel treatment component 430, the heel treatment component 430 is positioned furthest from the arch roller 120, while the toe treatment component 420 is positioned closest to the arch roller 120. This design layout not only makes the massage module structure more compact and facilitates miniaturization but also provides a diverse massage experience through different positional variations.

[0047] Please see Figures 6 to 8 The foot massage device 600 mainly includes a foot massage airbag 610, which is fixed to the base 100 with screws. The foot massage airbag 610 is made of materials such as TPU and has an arc-shaped structure that is smaller in the front and larger in the back. This arc-shaped structure is ergonomically designed to better conform to the shape of the instep, ensuring full contact with the instep during the massage and providing a comfortable massage experience. The foot massage airbag 610 works by inflating and deflating air to achieve the massage function. When a foot massage is needed, the air pump and air valve are opened simultaneously, and the air pump inflates the foot massage airbag 610, causing it to expand and exert a squeezing and massaging effect on the instep. When the airbag expands to a certain position, only the air pump can be turned off, and the airbag remains inflated, providing a certain pressure to the instep in conjunction with the foot massage. When the massage intensity needs to be increased, the air pump can be turned on again. When the massage intensity needs to be reduced, the air valve can be closed to deflate the airbag to a certain extent and then the air valve can be reopened. When the massage is finished, the air valve is closed to deflate the airbag and restore it to its original state. By controlling the opening and closing of the air pump and air valve, the massage intensity and rhythm of the instep massage airbag 610 can be adjusted to meet the needs of different users. It can also be used in conjunction with the foot massage module to control the massage intensity, achieving a more comprehensive and comfortable foot massage effect.

[0048] The ankle massage device 700 includes an ankle massage airbag 710 and an ankle airbag fixing component 720. The ankle airbag fixing component 720 is an open concave shape, made of rigid plastic or metal, and its shape and size are carefully designed to effectively mold the ankle airbag 710, making it fit the human ankle better. The ankle airbag fixing component 720 is fixed to the base 100 with screws to ensure a secure installation. The ankle massage airbag 710 is fixed to the ankle airbag fixing component 720, and its material is the same as that of the instep massage airbag 610, made of materials such as TPU. The ankle massage airbag 710 has crescent-shaped or elongated massage bumps 711, which can effectively press on the ankle during the inflation and deflation of the airbag, providing effective massage stimulation. The massage bumps 711 can also be designed into other shapes, such as circles, according to actual needs. The ankle airbags are designed for both left and right feet to better accommodate their different shapes and structures. There are three anchor points 730: two on the inner side of the right foot and one on the outer side. This anchoring structure allows for slight movement of the ankle massage bumps 711 on the outer side of the foot, enabling more precise massage of the ankle area after the foot is placed on the foot. The outer side of the ankle is designed to be movable because it is less tolerant of pain than the inner side. This design allows for adjustment of the massage intensity based on the sensitivity of different areas, preventing discomfort caused by excessive massage while ensuring effective massage.

[0049] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A sole massaging device comprising a base for supporting a foot sole and a driving device arranged on the base, the driving device comprising an output shaft for outputting a rotary power, characterized in that, The massage device also includes: The first treatment unit is configured to acquire the rotational power and perform a massage action on a certain part of the sole of the foot. At least one second treatment unit is configured to massage a portion of the sole of the foot that is different from the portion massaged by the first treatment unit; The second treatment unit is attached to the first treatment unit by an eccentric member so that it can rotate eccentrically relative to the output shaft; The second treatment unit is equipped with a slider, and the base is provided with a guide that slides with the slider. The guide is configured to limit the sway angle of the second treatment unit so that the second treatment unit moves relative to the first treatment unit in the front-back direction of the foot.

2. The foot massage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guide has a groove configured to extend in the front-back direction of the foot.

3. The foot massage device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The second treatment unit is capable of horizontal and vertical movement relative to the output shaft via the eccentric member. The guide is configured to restrict the vertical movement and cause the second treatment unit to move substantially horizontally in the front-back direction of the foot.

4. The foot massage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first treatment unit is configured as a set of foot rollers fixed to the output shaft, the foot rollers being configured to massage the area near the sole of the foot.

5. The foot massage device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The foot roller includes foot arch massage protrusions and foot sole massage protrusions spaced apart on its outer periphery, with the top of the foot sole massage protrusions positioned lower than the top of the foot arch massage protrusions.

6. The foot massage device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The foot massage protrusion is equipped with a sensing magnet, and the base is equipped with a second Hall sensor plate that interacts with the sensing magnet.

7. The foot massage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second treatment unit includes a toe treatment component and a heel treatment component. The toe treatment component and the heel treatment component are connected to the first treatment unit through the eccentric component. The toe treatment component is provided with toe massage bumps for massaging the toes, and the heel treatment component is provided with heel massage bumps for massaging the heel.

8. The foot massage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The front end of the output shaft is fitted with a ring magnet, and the housing of the drive device is provided with a first Hall sensor plate that is inductively coupled with the ring magnet.

9. A foot massager, comprising the foot massage device according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, It also includes a foot massager, an ankle massager, and an upper shell covering the base.

10. The foot massager according to claim 9, characterized in that, The ankle massage device includes an ankle massage airbag, which is equipped with massage bumps, which are crescent-shaped or elongated.

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