Eyelid massaging assembly and eyelid massaging device

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of eyelid massage assembly, including heating film, massage motor and massage cover, the first plane of massage cover is the curvature matching with eye socket, the linear array consistent with the growth direction of meibomian gland is vertically provided in first plane, heating film and massage motor are sequentially arranged in the second plane of massage cover, provide transverse shear force and longitudinal thrust for meibomian gland, more effectively dredge meibomian gland.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical devices, and in particular to an eyelid massage component and an eyelid massage device. Background Technology

[0002] Dry eye (also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca) is a common ophthalmic disease. Its main pathological mechanisms lie in insufficient or abnormal lipid secretion, as well as insufficient tear secretion or excessive evaporation. In a healthy eye, each eyelid contains approximately 20 to 40 meibomian glands. The lipids secreted by these glands form a seal at the eyelid margin, inhibiting tear overflow. During blinking, these lipids are spread across the tear film surface, forming a very thin lipid layer that significantly reduces tear evaporation, thus maintaining tear film stability. In individuals with excessively evaporative dry eye, the meibomian glands are filled with viscous lipids and may even become blocked, resulting in a reduced quantity and abnormal quality of lipids spread across the tear film. In a healthy eye, each eye has one main lacrimal gland and dozens of accessory lacrimal glands that work together to secrete tears. The nerve innervation of the lacrimal gland mainly involves three types of nerve fibers: sensory nerves, parasympathetic nerves, and sympathetic nerves. Among the sensory nerves, the lacrimal nerve, which originates from the ophthalmic branch (V1) of the trigeminal nerve, is responsible for transmitting sensory information about the lacrimal gland area. The postganglionic parasympathetic fibers of the parasympathetic nerves anastomose with the lacrimal nerves through the zygomatic nerve and eventually reach the lacrimal gland to promote tear secretion. The sympathetic fibers of the sympathetic nerves originate from the superior cervical ganglion and enter the lacrimal gland via blood vessels or nerve plexuses through pathways such as the deep petrosal nerve and the pterygopalatine canal, regulating the basal secretion of the lacrimal gland. The water layer, mucus layer, and lipid layer in the tear film work together to maintain the stability of the tear film, reduce tear evaporation, and thus prolong the time the ocular surface is moist, providing immediate relief from dry eye problems.

[0003] Dry eye typically affects both eyes. In the early stages, it may only manifest as mild vision fluctuations, but as the condition progresses, it can develop into corneal epithelial damage, and even ulcers, perforations, or infections, ultimately leading to corneal scarring and severely impairing vision. Therefore, how to achieve convenient and effective ocular physiotherapy to promote tear secretion, improve meibomian gland function, and relieve dry eye symptoms has become a common health concern for patients.

[0004] Currently, treatments for dry eye and related conditions include applying warm compresses for 5-15 minutes, such as using a warm towel or heater to warm the eyelids, reducing the viscosity of lipids in the meibomian glands. After the eyelids have warmed, a suitable cleanser can sometimes be used to wash them. After washing, antibiotics (such as polysporins, tobramycin, or erythromycin) can be used to relieve discomfort and strengthen treatment. However, while this method softens the lipids, it does not promote lipid excretion, and the unexcreted lipids may still remain trapped in the meibomian glands.

[0005] Alternatively, there are currently eye massagers that claim to achieve similar therapeutic effects. These typically use a motor-driven cylindrical structure to gently vibrate the eyes, mimicking the movements of a human hand massage, to achieve a soothing and relaxing effect. However, these devices primarily target the relaxation of the muscles around the eyes, and their mechanism of action is relatively superficial, failing to effectively target the meibomian glands. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a massage device that specifically targets the physiological structure of the eyelids, effectively unblocking glands and restoring their function, to fill the functional gap in the field of adjunctive treatment for dry eye syndrome. Utility Model Content

[0006] To solve the above problems, this utility model provides an eyelid massage component, including a heating film, a massage motor and a massage sleeve. The first plane of the massage sleeve is a curved surface that matches the curvature of the eye socket. The first plane is longitudinally arranged with a linear array that is consistent with the growth direction of the meibomian glands. The second plane of the massage sleeve is sequentially arranged with the heating film and the massage motor. The second plane extends away from the first plane.

[0007] Preferably, the linear array is a combination of multiple arrangements formed by arranging at least two array protrusions vertically.

[0008] Furthermore, the massage sleeve consists of an upper eyelid section and a lower eyelid section, with the upper eyelid section matching the curvature of the upper eyelid and the lower eyelid section matching the curvature of the lower eyelid.

[0009] Furthermore, an adjustable-width first slit is formed between the upper and lower eyelids, and linear arrays are longitudinally arranged on the first plane of the upper eyelid and the first plane of the lower eyelid.

[0010] Furthermore, a heating film and a massage motor are sequentially installed on the second plane of the upper eyelid, and a heating film and a massage motor are sequentially installed on the second plane of the lower eyelid.

[0011] Furthermore, the upper eyelid is composed of at least two first parts, and the lower eyelid is composed of at least two second parts, with a second slit formed between the first parts and a third slit formed between the second parts.

[0012] Furthermore, the width of the second slit is adjustable.

[0013] Furthermore, the width of the third slit is adjustable.

[0014] This utility model also provides an eyelid massage device, including a power supply, a main board, a housing, and a strap. The device is characterized in that it further includes two eyelid massage components disposed in the housing, corresponding to the left and right eyes respectively. The housing has through holes for the eyelid massage components to pass through, and the area of ​​the through holes is smaller than the projected area of ​​the eyelid massage components on the housing.

[0015] Furthermore, the power supply and motherboard are fixed between the first and second housings, with the second housing positioned between the first and third housings.

[0016] Preferably, the first housing is recessed in the opposite direction to the eyelid massage component to form a support portion that matches the curvature of the nose.

[0017] Furthermore, nasal stimulation components are provided on both sides of the support.

[0018] This invention employs a linear array aligned with the growth direction of the meibomian glands to provide them with lateral shearing force and longitudinal thrust, thus more effectively unblocking the glands. Furthermore, it integrates heat therapy, massage, and stimulation, combining an eyelid massage component matched to the orbital curvature with a nasal stimulation component that stimulates tear secretion to provide a convenient massage device. It offers adaptive massage to unblock the meibomian glands while also providing targeted stimulation to ensure sufficient tear production, thus providing effective adjunctive treatment for dry eye syndrome. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 One of the schematic diagrams of the eyelid massage component of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 One of the linear array schematic diagrams of the eyelid massage component of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 The second schematic diagram of the eyelid massage component of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 The third schematic diagram of the eyelid massage component of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 5 The fourth schematic diagram of the eyelid massage component of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the eyelid massage device of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 7 One of the exploded schematic diagrams of the eyelid massage device of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 8 The second exploded schematic diagram of the eyelid massage device of this utility model.

[0027] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: Outer shell 1; First shell 11; Second shell 12; Third shell 13; Through hole 111; Vibration hole 112; Support part 113; Main board 2; Power supply 3; Eyelid massage assembly 4; Fixing plate 14; Heating film 43; Massage motor 44; Massage sleeve 40; First plane 41; Second plane 42; First slit 410; Linear array 413; Array protrusions 414; Array protrusion ends 415; Flat protrusions 416; Upper eyelid 45; First part 451; First plane of upper eyelid 452; First plane of one of the first parts 453; First plane of the second part 454; Lower eyelid 46; Second part 461; First plane of lower eyelid 462; First plane of one of the second parts 463; First plane of the second part 464; Second plane of upper eyelid 42'; Second plane of lower eyelid 42''; Second slit 450; Third slit 460; Nasal stimulation assembly 5; Strap 6. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are merely illustrative of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0029] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains; the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing description of the invention, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0030] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined.

[0031] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, the term "multiple" refers to two or more (including two).

[0032] like Figure 1As shown, the eyelid massage component 4 includes a fixing plate 14, a heating film 43, a massage motor 44, and a massage sleeve 40. The fixing plate may be omitted. The first plane 41 of the massage sleeve 40 is curved, matching the curvature of the eye socket, allowing the curved structure to be adjusted to cover the eyelid during use. A linear array 413 is longitudinally arranged on the first plane, with the array's direction aligned with the growth direction of the meibomian glands. The heating film 43 and the massage motor 44 are sequentially arranged on the second plane 42 of the massage sleeve 40, allowing heat generated by the heating film to penetrate the massage sleeve and be applied to the eyelid through the curved structure during use. Simultaneously, vibrations or stimulation generated by the massage motor can penetrate the action end and be applied to the eyelid through the first plane. The second plane of the massage sleeve extends away from the first plane, and when a fixing plate is present, it extends and is fixed to the fixing plate. Figure 2 As shown in (a), the massage sleeve is a single unit, and the linear array 413 is a combination of multiple arrangements formed by replicating and arranging array protrusions 414. Furthermore, as... Figure 2 As shown in (b), the linear array 413 can also be a combination of multiple arrangements formed by arranging two array protrusions 414 vertically and then replicating them. Furthermore, as... Figure 3 As shown, the linear array can also be a combination of multiple arrangements formed by arranging multiple array protrusions 414 vertically. For a linear array, which is an eyelid massage component with two or more array protrusions, during use, the ends 415 of the array protrusions do not exceed the openings of the meibomian glands, so as not to obstruct the flow of lipids from the meibomian gland openings. In a more preferred embodiment, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the array protrusions are flat protrusions 416 and arranged perpendicular to the direction of the linear array. In use, the array protrusions apply a shear force perpendicular to the meibomian gland in the direction perpendicular to the linear array arrangement, causing the sebum in the meibomian gland to loosen slowly. In the linear array's straight-line arrangement direction, a force is applied towards the meibomian gland opening, causing the lipids to be slowly expelled. The more array protrusions arranged in a straight line, the denser the shear force acting on the meibomian gland, which further facilitates lipid expulsion.

[0033] like Figure 2 As shown, the massage sleeve 40 is a single unit, matching the curvature of the upper and lower eyelids, allowing the curved structure to cover both eyelids when in use. Furthermore, as... Figure 3As shown, the massage sleeve 40 consists of an upper eyelid portion 45 and a lower eyelid portion 46. The curvature of the upper eyelid portion matches that of the upper eyelid, and the curvature of the lower eyelid portion matches that of the lower eyelid. The massage sleeve is a two-part curved structure, with a first slit 410 formed between the upper eyelid portion 45 and the lower eyelid portion 46. In some embodiments, the upper and lower eyelid portions are fixed, and the width of the first slit remains unchanged, so that when the device is in use, the front of the curved structure of the upper eyelid portion can cover the upper eyelid, and the front of the curved structure of the lower eyelid portion can cover the lower eyelid. In some embodiments, the upper and lower eyelid portions can be adjusted relative to the eyelid, and the width of the first slit changes according to the adjustment, so that when the device is in use, it can be personalized according to the position of the upper and lower eyelids of different users, making the massage component more applicable and saving production costs. The first plane 452 of the upper eyelid portion and the first plane 462 of the lower eyelid portion are respectively longitudinally arranged with linear arrays 413, such as... Figure 5 As shown, a heating film 43 and a massage motor 44 are respectively arranged on the second plane 42' of the upper eyelid and the second plane 42'' of the lower eyelid.

[0034] like Figure 4 As shown, the upper eyelid is composed of at least two first segments 451, and the lower eyelid is composed of at least two second segments 461. A second slit 450 is formed between the first segments, and a third slit 460 is formed between the second segments. A linear array 413 is longitudinally arranged on a first plane 453 of one of the first segments, a first plane 454 of the second first segment, a first plane 463 of one of the second segments, and a first plane 464 of the second second segment. In some embodiments, the two first segments of the upper eyelid are fixed, and the width of the second slit remains unchanged, so that when the device is in use, the curved structure formed by the two first segments can cover the upper eyelid. In some embodiments, the two second segments of the lower eyelid are fixed, and the width of the third slit remains unchanged, so that when the device is in use, the curved structure formed by the two second segments can cover the lower eyelid. In some embodiments, the two first parts of the upper eyelid are adjustable relative to the eyelid, and the width of the second slit changes accordingly. This allows for personalized adjustments based on the size of the upper eyelid for different users, primarily fine-tuning the curvature changes caused by the size of the eyelid. In other embodiments, the two second parts of the lower eyelid are adjustable relative to the eyelid, and the width of the third slit changes accordingly. This allows for personalized adjustments based on the size of the lower eyelid for different users, primarily fine-tuning the curvature changes caused by the size of the eyelid. The aforementioned fixed and adjustable states can be combined; it is not necessary for all parts to be fixed or all to be adjustable. It should be noted that the adjustable nature further broadens the applicability of the massage component.

[0035] like Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, an eyelid massage device (hereinafter referred to as "device") including the above-mentioned eyelid massage components is provided. It includes a power supply 3, a main board 2, a housing 1, and a strap 6. There are two eyelid massage components, which are disposed in the housing. The two eyelid massage components are used to massage the left eye and the right eye, respectively. When in use, the strap fixes the device to the user's face, and the eyelid massage components fit against the user's left and right eyes.

[0036] like Figure 8 As shown, the power supply 3 and the motherboard 2 are fixed between the first housing 11 and the second housing 12, with the second housing 12 positioned between the first housing 11 and the third housing 13. Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the first housing 11 has a through hole 111 through which the eyelid massage component passes. The area of ​​the through hole 111 is smaller than the projected area of ​​the eyelid massage component on the first housing.

[0037] like Figure 8 As shown, at the center of the first housing 11, between the two eyelid massage components, a support portion 113 is recessed in the opposite direction to the eyelid massage component 4, matching the curvature of the nose. Furthermore, vibration holes 112 are provided on both sides of the support portion 113 at the corresponding bridge or root of the nose. Nasal stimulation components 5 are arranged on both sides of the support portion through the vibration holes 112. The nasal stimulation components include a vibration arm 51, a vibration motor 52, and a support base 53. In some embodiments, the vibration motor is mounted on the vibration arm and located away from the support base. The vibration arm is connected to the support base. During use, the vibration generated by the vibration motor is transmitted from the vibration arm to the user's facial area. The vibration arm is connected to the support base, preferably in a movable manner. This allows the distance between the user's facial area (contacted by the vibration arm) and the support base in the direction perpendicular to the user's facial area to be adjusted according to the user's facial shape, making it suitable for users with different facial features. In some embodiments, the vibrating arm includes a transmission arm and a telescopic arm. The vibration motor is mounted on the telescopic arm and close to the transmission arm, with the transmission arm extending through a vibration hole. In use, the vibration generated by the vibration motor is transmitted from the telescopic arm to the transmission arm, and then from the transmission arm to the user's facial area. The telescopic arm is connected to a support base, preferably in a movable manner. This allows the distance between the user's facial area (contacted by the transmission arm) and the support base in the direction perpendicular to the user's facial area to be adjusted according to the user's facial shape, making it suitable for users with different facial features. The support base is connected to the housing and provides a rotational support point for the vibrating arm. That is, the flexible arm can rotate a certain angle around the connection point between itself and the support base to adjust the distance between the user's facial area (contacted by the transmission arm) and the support base in the direction perpendicular to the user's facial area.

[0038] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims and specification of this utility model. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the various technical features mentioned in the embodiments can be combined in any way. This utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An eyelid massage component, characterized in that, It includes a heating film, a massage motor, and a massage sleeve. The first plane of the massage sleeve is a curved surface that matches the curvature of the eye socket. The first plane is longitudinally arranged with a linear array that is consistent with the growth direction of the meibomian glands. The second plane of the massage sleeve is sequentially arranged with the heating film and the massage motor. The second plane extends away from the first plane.

2. The eyelid massage component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The linear array is a combination of multiple arrangements formed by arranging at least two array protrusions vertically.

3. The eyelid massage component according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The massage sleeve consists of an upper eyelid section and a lower eyelid section. The curvature of the upper eyelid section matches that of the upper eyelid, and the curvature of the lower eyelid section matches that of the lower eyelid.

4. The eyelid massage component according to claim 3, characterized in that, An adjustable-width first slit is formed between the upper and lower eyelids, and linear arrays are arranged longitudinally on the first plane of the upper eyelid and the first plane of the lower eyelid.

5. The eyelid massage component according to claim 4, characterized in that, A heating film and a massage motor are sequentially arranged on the second plane of the upper eyelid, and a heating film and a massage motor are sequentially arranged on the second plane of the lower eyelid.

6. The eyelid massage component according to claim 4, characterized in that, The upper eyelid is composed of at least two first parts, and the lower eyelid is composed of at least two second parts. The first part is composed of two parts, which form a second slit, and the second part is composed of two parts, which form a third slit.

7. The eyelid massage component according to claim 6, characterized in that, The width of the second slit is adjustable.

8. The eyelid massage component according to claim 7, characterized in that, The width of the third slit is adjustable.

9. An eyelid massage device, comprising a power supply, a main board, a housing, and a strap, characterized in that, It also includes two eyelid massage components as described in any one of claims 1-5, respectively, disposed in the housing and corresponding to the left and right eyes, wherein the housing has through holes for the eyelid massage components to pass through, and the area of ​​the through holes is smaller than the projected area of ​​the eyelid massage components on the housing.

10. The eyelid massage device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The power supply and motherboard are fixed between the first housing and the second housing, and the second housing is disposed between the first housing and the third housing.

11. The eyelid massage device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The first housing is recessed in the opposite direction to the eyelid massage assembly to form a support portion that matches the curvature of the nose.

12. The eyelid massage device according to claim 11, characterized in that, Nasal stimulation components are provided on both sides of the support.

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