Treatment device

Abstract

A vector potential coil device (1) generates a vector potential and applies electrical stimulation to an affected area using the generated vector potential. A heating element (actuator (3)) heats the affected area. A vector potential coil drive device (2) drives the vector potential coil device (1). A radio frequency power supply (4) drives the actuator (3). A control device (5) controls the vector potential coil drive device (2) and the radio frequency power supply (4), causes the vector potential coil device (1) to generate the vector potential, and causes the heating element to heat the affected area according to a specified condition based on the combined therapy of thermotherapy and electrical stimulation.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The present invention relates to a treatment device (therapy device). State of the art

[0002] For example, a treatment combining thermotherapy and electrical (electro-)stimulation has been proposed as a treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) (see, for example, the non-patent literature 1). In the treatment described above, an electric current (conducted electricity) and heat are applied through a pair of pads for an electrical thermal treatment device. At this time, one pad is attached to the back and the other to the abdomen, and electricity is conducted between the pads. Simultaneously, the pads themselves are heated to 42 degrees Celsius. It has been reported that applying electrical stimulation in the heated state improves or enhances the therapeutic effect.

[0003] On the other hand, a treatment device with an applicator has been proposed. The applicator supplies an affected area with a stable or constant supply of physical energy using an ultrasound wave, a microwave, or an ultrasonic wave (see, for example, patent document 1).

[0004] Furthermore, a vector potential generation device has been developed in recent years (see, for example, patent documents 2 and 3). This device generates a vector potential by passing a current through a vector potential coil, which is formed by circulating a magnetic coil. Prior art documents, patent documents Patent document 1: Japanese patent publication number 2020-62154. Patent document 2: International patent publication with number WO2015 / 099147. Patent document 3: The specification of Japanese patent number 6205572.

[0005] Non-patent literature 1: “Activation of heat shock response improves biomarkers of NAFLD in patients with metabolic diseases”, Kondo et al., Endocrine Connections (European Journal of Endocrinology), 2021. Summary of the invention

[0006] In the aforementioned treatment procedure, two pads are attached to the back and abdomen, and electricity is passed through the surface of the human body to provide electrical stimulation. As a result, the patient is subjected to considerable stress.

[0007] The present invention was developed with regard to the above problem. The present invention has the objective of providing a treatment device that imposes less stress on a patient when undergoing a treatment that combines thermotherapy and electrical stimulation.

[0008] A treatment device according to the present invention comprises a vector potential coil device that generates a vector potential and applies electrical stimulation to an affected area using the generated vector potential, a heating means that heats the affected area, a vector potential coil drive device (drive device) that drives the vector potential coil device, a high-frequency power supply that drives the heating means, and a control device that controls the vector potential coil driver and the high-frequency power supply and causes the vector potential coil device to generate the vector potential and causes the heating means to heat the affected area according to a specified condition based on a combined therapy of hyperthermia and electrical stimulation. Effects of the invention

[0009] According to the present invention, it is possible to obtain a treatment device that imposes a lower burden on a patient when a treatment is performed that combines thermotherapy and electrical stimulation. Brief description of the drawings Fig. Figure 1 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 2 is a diagram that shows an example of a vector potential coil in relation to a Fig. 1 Vector potential coil device shown 1 shows. Fig. 3 is a block diagram that shows a configuration example of a Fig. 1 shows the vector potential coil drive device 2. Fig. 4 is a block diagram that shows a configuration example of a Fig. 1 shows the high-frequency power source 4. Fig. Figure 5 is a diagram showing a configuration of a vector potential coil device 1 according to a second embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 6 is a diagram showing a configuration of a vector potential coil device 1 in relation to a treatment device according to a third embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 7 is a diagram showing a configuration of a vector potential coil device 1 in relation to a treatment device according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 8 is a front view showing an example of a vector potential coil according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 9 is a top view showing an example of the vector potential coil according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 10 is a side view showing an example of the vector potential coil according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 11 is a side view showing a treatment device according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 12 is a diagram showing an example of a vector potential coil device 1 according to a seventh embodiment. Fig. Figure 13 is a diagram showing a configuration of a vector potential coil device 1 in relation to a treatment device according to an eighth embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 14 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to a ninth embodiment. Fig. Figure 15 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to a tenth embodiment. Fig. Figure 16 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to an eleventh embodiment. Fig. Figure 17 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to a twelfth embodiment. Fig. Figure 18 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to a thirteenth embodiment. Fig. Figure 19 is a diagram (1 / 3) showing examples of drive waveforms of a vector potential coil device 1 and an actuator 3 with respect to a treatment device according to a fourteenth embodiment. Fig. Figure 20 is a diagram (2 / 3) showing examples of drive waveforms of the vector potential coil device 1 and the actuator 3 with respect to the treatment device according to the fourteenth embodiment. Fig. Figure 21 is a diagram (3 / 3) showing examples of drive waveforms of the vector potential coil device 1 and the actuator 3 with respect to the treatment device according to the fourteenth embodiment. Embodiments for carrying out the invention

[0010] Embodiments of the present invention are explained below with reference to the drawings. First embodiment

[0011] Fig. Figure 1 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention. The diagram shown in Fig. The treatment device shown in Figure 1 is a treatment device for a combined therapy of thermotherapy and electrical stimulation. The treatment device has a vector potential coil device 1, a vector potential coil drive device (drive unit) 2 for the vector potential coil device 1, an actuator 3, a high-frequency power source 4 for the actuator 3, and a control unit 5 that controls the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4.

[0012] The vector potential coil device 1 generates a vector potential and applies electrical stimulation to an affected area using the generated vector potential. The vector potential coil device 1 contains one or more magnetic coils arranged along a predetermined planar or curved surface shape, and a vector potential is generated by the one or more magnetic coils.

[0013] Fig. 2 is a diagram that shows an example of a vector potential coil in relation to the one in Fig. Figure 1 shows the vector potential coil device 1. The vector potential coil device 1 has, for example, the vector potential coil (hereinafter also referred to as the "VP coil") 11, which is located in Fig. Figure 2 shows the VP coil 11, a magnetic coil extending along a curved coil axis.

[0014] The coil axis of the VP coil 11 does not rotate once (one revolution) or more. For example, the aforementioned coil axis has a circular arc shape. Furthermore, the angle (central angle) from one end to the other end of the VP coil 11 (the coil axis of the VP coil), when viewed from the center of a circle containing the coil axis (i.e., the circular arc), is less than 360 degrees. Consequently, the opening 11o is formed. For example, the central angle may be 180 degrees, or it may be less than 180 degrees. However, the larger the central angle, the greater the intensity of the vector potential on the inside of the curvature. Consequently, a large central angle is preferred. The central angle is any angle greater than 0 degrees and less than 360 degrees, and may furthermore be (a) any angle,(a) any angle greater than 0 degrees and equal to or less than 180 degrees, (b) any angle greater than 0 degrees and equal to or less than 90 degrees, (c) any angle greater than 0 degrees and equal to or less than 45 degrees, or (d) any angle greater than or equal to 0.5 degrees and less than 360 degrees, and furthermore (e) any angle greater than or equal to 0.5 degrees and equal to or less than 180 degrees, (f) any angle greater than or equal to 0.5 degrees and equal to or less than 90 degrees, (g) any angle greater than or equal to 0.5 degrees and equal to or less than 45 degrees, (h) any angle greater than or equal to 0.5 degrees and equal to or less than 25 degrees, or (i) any angle greater than or equal to 2 degrees and less than 360 degrees, of which Furthermore (j) any angle equal to or greater than 2 degrees and equal to or less than 180 degrees,(k) any angle greater than or equal to 2 degrees and less than or equal to 90 degrees, (l) any angle greater than or equal to 2 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees, (m) any angle greater than or equal to 2 degrees and less than or equal to 25 degrees, or (n) any angle greater than or equal to 5 degrees and less than 360 degrees, furthermore (o) any angle greater than or equal to 5 degrees and less than or equal to 180 degrees, (p) any angle greater than or equal to 5 degrees and less than or equal to 90 degrees, (q) any angle greater than or equal to 5 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees, or (r) any angle greater than or equal to 5 degrees and less than or equal to 25 degrees. Furthermore, when it comes to attaching and detaching an application target to which the vector potential is applied,to the VP coil 11 and from this from the inside of the curvature, preferably that the opening 11o should be large (in other words, a radius of curvature of the above-mentioned coil axis and / or the above-mentioned central angle are determined according to the shape and size of the application target).

[0015] A vector potential generated by a current passing through VP coil 11 weakens as it travels away from the current. However, since VP coil 11 (its axis) is curved, as mentioned above, the intensity of the vector potential is greater on the inside (an inner direction) of the curvature (a center of curvature in the case of a circular arc shape). In particular, the vector potential generated by the current at each position of VP coil 11 is greater on the inside of the curvature.

[0016] The in Fig. The vector potential coil drive device 2 shown generates a current based on a power supply from, for example, a commercial power supply or a battery (a primary or secondary battery) and passes the current (here an alternating current (AC current) of a predetermined frequency) through the VP coil 11. The waveform of the AC current can be a sine wave, a square wave, a pulse wave, a pulse train (sequence), or a combination of these waves. Furthermore, the AC current can be output continuously (constantly) or it can be output intermittently in bursts that are repeated between output and stop.

[0017] Fig. 3 is a block diagram that shows a configuration example of the in Fig. Figure 1 shows the vector potential coil drive device 2. As shown in Fig. As shown in Figure 3, the vector potential coil drive device 2 has an oscillator circuit 21, an amplifier circuit 22, and a balancing circuit 23. The oscillator circuit 21 generates an AC voltage with a predetermined waveform and frequency. The amplifier circuit 22 performs voltage and power amplification of the AC voltage. Furthermore, the balancing circuit 23 performs impedance matching with the VP coil 11. Consequently, as mentioned above, a current with a predetermined waveform is passed through the VP coil 11. An AC vector potential is applied to an affected area. As a result, electrical stimulation occurs in the affected area.

[0018] With renewed reference to Fig. 1. Actuator 3 generates at least one of the following waves: ultrashort wave (very high frequency (VHF)), microwave (microwave), and ultrasound (ultrasound). Actuator 3 can be a coil that generates the ultrashort waves or microwaves, or a piezoelectric element that generates the ultrasound. Actuator 3 heats the affected area using at least one of the following waves: ultrashort waves, microwaves, and ultrasound. If the affected area is an internal organ, such as the liver, actuator 3 can directly heat the affected area, which is located deep within the human body, using at least one of the following waves: ultrashort waves, microwaves, and ultrasound.Consequently, Actuator 3 can heat the affected area more directly, efficiently, and therefore faster, compared to a case where the affected area is heated by warming a pad attached to the body, and heat is then transferred from the epidermis to the affected area. As a result, treatment time is reduced and the burden on the patient is lessened. Actuator 3 is an example of a heating device for warming the affected area.

[0019] The in Fig. The high-frequency power source 4 shown generates a current based on the power output of, for example, a commercial power supply or a battery (a primary or secondary battery) and passes this current (here an alternating current (AC current) of a predetermined frequency) through the actuator 3. The waveform of the AC current can be a sine wave, a square wave, a pulse wave, or a combination of these. Furthermore, the AC current can be output continuously (constantly) or it can be output intermittently in bursts that are repeated between output and stop.

[0020] Fig. 4 is a block diagram that shows a configuration example of the in Fig. Figure 1 shows the high-frequency power source 4. The one in Fig. The high-frequency power source 4 shown is intended for a case in which the actuator 3 is a coil that generates the ultrashort waves or microwaves. In this case, as shown in Fig. Figure 4 shows the high-frequency power source 4, an oscillator circuit 31, an amplifier circuit 32, and a tuning circuit 33. The oscillator circuit 31 generates an AC voltage with a predetermined waveform and frequency. The amplifier circuit 32 performs voltage and power amplification of the AC voltage. Furthermore, the tuning circuit 33 performs impedance matching with a coil 3a of the actuator 3. As a result, a current with a predetermined waveform is passed through the coil 3a of the actuator 3. Consequently, the ultrashort waves or microwaves are transmitted towards the affected area.

[0021] The control device 5 controls the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4 and causes the vector potential coil device 1 to generate the vector potential, and at the same time causes the actuator 3 to generate at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasound waves, according to specified conditions based on the combined therapy of thermotherapy and electrical stimulation.

[0022] For example, the aforementioned combined therapy activates a normalization mechanism in biological tissues in the affected area via heat shock proteins or ubiquitinated proteins. For example, in the case of the aforementioned combined therapy for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), the control device 5 causes the vector potential coil device 1 to generate the vector potential and, at the same time, causes the actuator 3 to generate at least one of the waves: ultrashort waves (for example, 30–300 MHz), microwaves (for example, 300 MHz–300 GHz), and ultrasound waves (sound waves not intended for hearing) to match the conditions of electrical stimulation (a pulsed current with a pulse shape of 55 Hz or more) described in the aforementioned non-patented literature 1 and thermotherapy (heating to 42 degrees Celsius).For example, a single treatment (one application of the vector potential and at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasound waves) lasts 10 - 60 minutes.

[0023] Furthermore, in addition to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), the combined therapy can also be applied to metabolic disorders such as insulin resistance, hyperglycemia, chronic inflammation, and visceral fat excess. Furthermore, the control unit 5 can cause the vector potential coil device 1 to generate the vector potential according to the conditions corresponding to these symptoms, and can simultaneously cause the actuator 3 to generate at least one of the waves: ultrashort waves, microwaves, and ultrasound waves.

[0024] Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the treatment device has a single applicator 10. The vector potential coil device 1 and the actuator 3 are integrated into the single applicator 10. For example, the single applicator 10 is not directly attached to the skin of the human body. The single applicator 10 causes the vector potential coil device 1 and the actuator 3 to be positioned so that the vector potential and at least one of the waves—ultrashort waves, microwaves, and ultrasound waves—are applied to the affected area. In this case, the actuator 3 can come into direct contact with the skin. The applicator 10 is, for example, a probe-type applicator or a pad-type applicator.

[0025] It should be noted that actuator 3 here is coil 3a with a planar coil shape. However, actuator 3 can also be of the capacitor type. In the case of the capacitor type, at least two electrodes are used instead of coil 3a. Furthermore, the electrodes are arranged in such a way that they sandwich-like enclose the affected area. Consequently, the electrical stimulation is applied in the ultrashort wave or microwave range.

[0026] Furthermore, the vector potential coil device 1 and the actuator 3 are integrated into the individual applicator 10. However, this configuration is not the only option. For example, the vector potential coil device 1 and the actuator 3 can be used as separate applicators, each individually positioned on the human body.

[0027] Next, the operation of the treatment device according to the first embodiment will be explained.

[0028] The control device 5 controls the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4 and causes the vector potential coil device 1 to generate the vector potential, and at the same time causes the actuator 3 to generate at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasound waves, according to specified conditions based on the combined therapy of thermotherapy and electrical stimulation.

[0029] An alternating current flowing through the VP coil 11 of the vector potential coil device 1 generates an alternating magnetic field along the coil axis. An alternating vector potential is generated parallel to the alternating current. Therefore, a vector potential is also generated in the affected area. Furthermore, this vector potential generates an electric field, so a voltage is applied to the affected area. Additionally, the actuator 3 emits, for example, ultrashort waves in the direction of the affected area. The ultrashort waves heat the affected area, thus increasing its temperature. As a result, heat and electrical stimulation are applied to the affected area according to the combined therapy mentioned above.

[0030] As mentioned above, according to the first embodiment, the vector potential coil device 1 generates the vector potential and applies electrical stimulation to the affected area using the generated vector potential. The actuator 3 generates at least one of the following waves: ultrashort waves, microwaves, and ultrasound waves, and heats the affected area with at least one of these waves. The vector potential coil drive device 2 drives the vector potential coil device 1. The high-frequency power source 4 drives the actuator 3.The control device 5 controls the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4 and causes the vector potential coil device 1 to generate the vector potential, and at the same time causes the actuator 3 to generate at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasound waves, according to specified conditions based on the combined therapy of thermotherapy and electrical stimulation.

[0031] Consequently, since the need to attach two pads to the skin for electrical stimulation is eliminated, the burden on the patient is reduced when the treatment, which combines thermotherapy and electrical stimulation, is performed. Furthermore, because the electrical stimulation is applied without contact, and energy delivered to the living body by actuator 3 is less likely to flow back into the electrical stimulation device (here, for example, the vector potential coil device 1), it is possible to reduce the likelihood of the device malfunctioning or being damaged. Second embodiment

[0032] Fig. Figure 5 is a diagram showing a configuration of a vector potential coil device 1 according to a second embodiment of the present invention. As shown, for example, in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 5, in the second embodiment, the vector potential coil device 1 has a plurality of VP coils 11. Each VP coil 11 in the second embodiment has a linear (straight) coil axis. Furthermore, the VP coils 11 are a plurality of magnetic coils extending along the coil axes. The plurality of VP coils 11 are arranged along a linear orientation. In other words, the external shape of the vector potential coil device 1 is essentially flat and disc-shaped. The vector potential coil drive device 2 conducts a current through the plurality of VP coils 11. Furthermore, the plurality of VP coils 11 can be electrically connected in series or in parallel with one another. Additionally, a plurality of vector potential coil drive devices 2 can each conduct the current to the plurality of VP coils 11.In this case, the plurality of vector potential coil drive devices 2 each conducts an AC current through the plurality of VP coils 11 according to the condition that the AC currents conducted through the plurality of VP coils 11 are synchronized.

[0033] As mentioned above, by providing the multitude of VP coils 11, the intensity of the vector potential applied to the application target is increased.

[0034] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the second embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Third embodiment

[0035] Fig. Figure 6 is a diagram showing a configuration of a vector potential coil device 1 with respect to a treatment device according to a third embodiment of the present invention. As shown, for example, in Fig. As shown in Figure 6, in the third embodiment, the vector potential coil device 1 has a plurality of VP coils 11. Each VP coil 11 in the third embodiment has a linear coil axis. Furthermore, the VP coils 11 are a plurality of magnetic coils extending along the coil axes. The plurality of VP coils 11 are arranged along a curved (curvature) orientation. The vector potential coil drive device 2 conducts the current through the plurality of VP coils 11. Furthermore, the plurality of VP coils 11 can be electrically connected in series or in parallel with one another. Here, the orientation is a closed curve. Consequently, the plurality of VP coils 11 are arranged along the circular arc orientation.In particular, the plurality of VP coils 11 are arranged within a range of a predetermined central angle θ (here in an interval of equal angles) with respect to a circle that contains the circular arc in the arrangement direction. Since the vector potentials of two of the VP coils 11 are canceled out at the intermediate position between the two VP coils 11, the central angle θ is, for example, set to any angle less than 180 degrees.

[0036] For example, an affected area of ​​the human body may be located within the space on the inside (in the direction) of the arranged plurality of VP coils 11. Consequently, the vector potential can be applied to this part.

[0037] It should be noted that, as is the case, for example, in Fig. 6 can be seen when the plurality of VP coils 11, which have the linear coil axes, are arranged plane-symmetrically with respect to a predetermined symmetrical plane (a plane perpendicular to the X-axis and parallel to the Z-axis and the Y-axis) along the curved arrangement direction on an axis that passes through the center of the circle containing the circular arc in the arrangement direction and at the same time is parallel to the coil axes, as a result of a vector synthesis of the vector potentials generated by the plurality of VP coils 11, the vector potential in a vertical (perpendicular) direction with respect to the symmetrical plane (the X-axis direction in Fig. 6) is generated. Therefore, for example, by combining the VP coil 11, which is in Fig. 2 shown curved coil axis, with the plurality of VP coils 11 which have the linear coil axes and are arranged plane-symmetric with respect to the predetermined symmetric plane along the curved arrangement direction, it is possible to generate a vector potential in a desired direction within a two-dimensional plane of the X-axis and the Y-axis.

[0038] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the third embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Fourth embodiment

[0039] Fig. Figure 7 is a diagram showing a configuration of a vector potential coil device 1 with respect to a treatment device according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. In the fourth embodiment, each of the VP coils 11 is wound along (around) a linear coil axis and is wound such that the inclination angles in the winding direction change gradually along the direction of the coil axis.

[0040] In particular, as can be seen, for example, in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 7, the VP coil 11 is wound along (around) the linear coil axis and is wound such that the inclination angles (the angles formed by the coil axis direction and the winding direction) A0 - A5 change gradually along the winding direction. Specifically, the inclination angle at the center of the VP coil 11 is 90 degrees. Furthermore, the inclination angle decreases as it moves away from the center (A0 > A1 > A2 > A3 > A4 > A5). Consequently, the vector potential mentioned above can be applied with satisfactory intensity in the same way as in the case of the curved VP coil 11.

[0041] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the fourth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Fifth embodiment

[0042] Fig. Figure 8 is a front view showing an example of a vector potential coil according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 9 is a top view showing an example of the vector potential coil according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention. Fig. Figure 10 is a side view showing an example of the vector potential coil according to the fifth embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] The vector potential coil device 1 according to the fifth embodiment has a plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5. As is shown, for example, in the Fig. 8, Fig. 9 to Fig. As can be seen in Figure 10, the multitude of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 are each wound along (around) a curved coil axis and are arranged such that the inner sides (directions) of the curvatures of the coil axes (in other words, planes containing the coil axes) intersect each other. For example, as shown in Figure 10, the multiple vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 are wound along (around) a curved coil axis and are arranged such that the inner sides (directions) of the curves of the coil axes (in other words, planes containing the coil axes) intersect each other. Fig. As can be seen in Figure 10, the plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 are arranged such that the planes containing the coil axes of the plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 are parallel to the Y-axis direction, and at the same time the angular intervals of the inclination angles of these planes with respect to the X-axis direction are essentially the same. Additionally, the inclination angle of vector potential coil 11-1 is 90 degrees.

[0044] It should be noted that here, vector potential coil device 1 has five of the vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5. However, vector potential coil device 1 can have the vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-M in the same way as the configuration described above. The number M is either 2 to 4 coils or 6 or more coils.

[0045] For example, the shape (such as the curvature) and the arrangement of the coil axes are determined such that the coil axes of the plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 are contained within a single partial spherical surface (for example, a hemispherical surface). Furthermore, the application target is located at the center or middle of the spherical surface that contains this partial spherical surface (in other words, the center or middle of the curvatures of all coil axes). Additionally, the shape (such as the curvature) and the arrangement of the coil axes can be determined such that the coil axes of the plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 are contained within a curved surface (a partial spherical surface), with the exception of a single partial spherical surface.

[0046] Furthermore, the plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 each generates a vector potential according to the AC current in the same way as the embodiments mentioned above. The vector potentials through the plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 are synthesized so that a vector potential VP(t) is obtained. Here, the vector potential coil drive device 2 directs the AC current through the plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 so that the amplitude of the synthesized vector potential VP(t) is maximized (for example, by alternating in phase).

[0047] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the fifth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted.

[0048] As mentioned above, according to the treatment device according to the fifth embodiment mentioned above, it is possible to concentrate the vector potentials in the inner sides (directions) of the curvatures of the plurality of vector potential coils 11-1 to 11-5 and to apply a vector potential with high intensity to the affected area. Sixth embodiment

[0049] Fig. Figure 11 is a side view showing a treatment device according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention. As shown in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 11, in the sixth embodiment a VP coil 11 is a magnetic coil wound around a spiral coil axis. Furthermore, the external shape of the VP coil 11 is essentially cylindrical.

[0050] Additionally, a bed 41, on which a patient can lie, can be arranged in the hollow section of the essentially cylindrical VP coil 11. Furthermore, the actuator 3 mentioned above is integrated into the bed 41 or an applicator (not shown). As a result, the patient can receive the combined therapy mentioned above while lying on the bed 41.

[0051] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the sixth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Seventh embodiment

[0052] Fig. Figure 12 is a diagram showing an example of a vector potential coil device 1 according to a seventh embodiment. As shown, for example, in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 12, the vector potential coil device 1 has a ferromagnetic element 61 extending along a coil axis that is linear or curved from any one or a plurality of the aforementioned magnetic coils. The ferromagnetic element 61 is formed with a ferromagnetic material. Consequently, since the vector potential is enhanced or promoted according to the effective magnetic permeability of the ferromagnetic element 61, the intensity of the vector potential is greater on the inside of the curvature (a center of curvature in the case of a circular arc shape). Furthermore, an application target to which a vector potential is applied (such as an affected area) can be located at the opening 11o of the VP coil 11.

[0053] Additionally, the ferromagnetic element 61 is formed with a conductive material, such as Permalloy. Furthermore, since one end of the VP coil 11 and one end (one end 61A) of the ferromagnetic element 61 are electrically connected, the ferromagnetic element 61 forms a path for current. The vector potential coil drive device 2 also conducts a current through the VP coil 11 by applying a voltage to the other end of the VP coil 11 and the other end of the ferromagnetic element 61. Specifically, the vector potential coil drive device 2 conducts the current through the VP coil 11 by applying the voltage to a terminal 12, which is electrically connected to the other end of the VP coil 11, and to a terminal 13, which is electrically connected to the other end (one end 61B) of the ferromagnetic element 61.

[0054] Additionally, since the coil axis of the VP coil 11 does not rotate even once (one revolution) or more, the distance between the two ends of the VP coil 11 is large. However, because the ferromagnetic element 61 is used as the current path and two of the terminals 12 and 13 are located at either end of the VP coil 11, the area enclosed by the path through the wiring from the vector potential coil drive device 2 to the VP coil 11 and the ferromagnetic element 61 is relatively narrow. As a result, any unnecessary magnetic field generated by the current flowing through the wiring can be suppressed.

[0055] Furthermore, this can manifest itself in Fig. The ferromagnetic element 61 shown in Figure 12 extends to an outer side of the VP coil 11 (in the outer direction of the curvature) to form a closed magnetic path. Furthermore, in this case, a gap or space can be formed in the closed magnetic path on the outer side of the curvature of the ferromagnetic element 61 and the VP coil 11. This gap or space can also prevent current from flowing through an outer part of the curvature of the VP coil 11 within the ferromagnetic element 61.

[0056] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the seventh embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Additionally, in the seventh embodiment, the ferromagnetic element 61 is oriented along the coil axis to the one described in Fig. 12 VP coil 11 is added. However, a ferromagnetic element(s) can be added in a similar manner along the coil axis to the VP coil(s) 11 in the other embodiments. Eighth embodiment

[0057] Fig. Figure 13 is a diagram showing a configuration of a vector potential coil device 1 with respect to a treatment device according to an eighth embodiment of the present invention. In the eighth embodiment, as described, for example, in Fig. As shown in Figure 13, the VP coil 11 has an inner magnetic coil 11A and an outer magnetic coil 11B, each extending along the same curved coil axis and having different coil diameters. Furthermore, one end of the inner magnetic coil 11A and one end of the outer magnetic coil 11B are electrically connected. Each of the inner magnetic coil 11A and the outer magnetic coil 11B functions as a VP coil. Therefore, according to the eighth embodiment, the VP coil 11 has an electrical configuration in which two VP coils are connected in series and in the same phase.

[0058] The vector potential coil drive device 2 applies a voltage to the other end of the inner magnet coil 11A and the other end of the outer magnet coil 11B, so that the current is conducted through the VP coil 11. In particular, the vector potential coil drive device 2 applies the voltage to a terminal 12, which is electrically connected to the other end of the inner magnet coil 11A, and to a terminal 13, which is electrically connected to the other end of the outer magnet coil 11B, so that the current is conducted through the VP coil 11.

[0059] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the eighth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Ninth embodiment

[0060] Fig. Figure 14 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 (a VP coil 11) and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to a ninth embodiment. In the ninth embodiment in Fig. 4 The actuator 3 generates ultrashort waves using a coil 3a with a planar coil shape.

[0061] As mentioned above, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) can apply the vector potential and its fluctuations (changes) to the affected area, regardless of any material present between the affected area and the VP coil 11. On the other hand, since the energy of the ultrashort wave radiated from the coil 3a onto the affected area weakens as the distance between the affected area and the coil 3a increases, it is preferable for the coil 3a to be in contact with, or nearly in contact with, the affected area or the skin of the human body when it is used.

[0062] In the ninth embodiment, as it is found, for example, in Fig. As shown in Figure 14, both the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) are arranged either on the front or the back of a human body 141. Furthermore, the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) is positioned between the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the human body 141. It should be noted that both the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) can be located on either the right or the left side of the human body 141. Additionally, the applicator 10 is configured accordingly so that the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) are arranged in this manner.

[0063] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the ninth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted.

[0064] Consequently, in the ninth embodiment, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) are configured to overlap and can be positioned on either the front or the back of the human body. Therefore, there is no need to position the treatment device on the opposite side (the front or the back). As a result, the patient can receive treatment using the treatment device, for example, while lying on their back on an examination table or bed, thus reducing the strain on the patient. Tenth embodiment

[0065] Fig. Figure 15 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 (a VP coil 11) and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to a tenth embodiment. In the tenth embodiment, the actuator 3 generates ultrashort waves using a coil 3a with a planar coil shape.

[0066] In the tenth embodiment, as it is found, for example, in Fig. As shown in Figure 15, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) is arranged on one side, front and back, of a human body 141. Furthermore, the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) is arranged on the other side, front and back. It should be noted that the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) can be arranged on one side, right and left, of the human body 141. Furthermore, the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) can be arranged on the other side, right and left. Additionally, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) can be arranged on one side, front, back, right, and left, of the human body 141. Furthermore, the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) can be arranged on one of the remaining sides.In other words, in the tenth embodiment, the vector potential coil 11 and the actuator 3 are arranged on opposite sides with the human body 141 in the middle, so that the human body 141 is sandwiched between the vector potential coil 11 and the actuator 3. Furthermore, the applicator 10 is configured accordingly so that the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) are arranged in this way.

[0067] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the tenth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted.

[0068] As mentioned above, in the tenth embodiment, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) are arranged such that the human body 141 is sandwiched between the vector potential coil 11 and the actuator 3. As a result, both the vector potential coil 11 and the actuator 3 are positioned closer to the human body 141. Furthermore, in the tenth embodiment, because the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) are arranged at a distance above the human body 141, the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4 are less likely to interfere with or interact with each other.

[0069] It should be noted that the drive frequency of the VP coil 11 is several tens to several hundred kHz. The drive frequency of the coil 3a in the case of ultrashort waves is essentially 27 MHz. Although the two frequencies differ significantly depending on the power input to the VP coil 11 and the coil 3a, there is a possibility that interaction could occur due to their frequencies. Therefore, as in the tenth embodiment, arranging the two components at a distance from each other makes such interaction less likely and allows for higher power driving. As mentioned above, from the perspective of stable operation of both the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4, it is preferable to arrange the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4 at a distance from each other.It should be noted that 27 MHz is used as the frequency for ultrashort waves because this is based on Japanese laws regarding ultrashort wave therapeutic devices. When used overseas, the frequency band for ultrashort waves should be based on the laws of that country regarding therapeutic devices. Consequently, ultrashort waves are not limited to 27 MHz or the aforementioned 30 to 300 MHz range as examples of general ultrashort wave frequencies. Eleventh embodiment

[0070] A treatment device according to an eleventh embodiment is the same as that according to the ninth embodiment, except that an actuator 3 is of the capacitor type.

[0071] Fig. Figure 16 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to the eleventh embodiment. In the eleventh embodiment, the actuator 3 is of the capacitor type and generates such ultrashort waves as described above using at least two flat, plate-shaped electrodes 321 and 322.

[0072] In the eleventh embodiment, as it is found, for example, in Fig. As shown in Figure 16, both the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the electrodes 321 and 322) are arranged on one side, front and back, of the human body 141. Furthermore, the actuator 3 (the electrodes 321 and 322) is positioned between the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the human body 141. It should be noted that both the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the electrodes 321 and 322) can be positioned on either the right or left side of the human body 141. Furthermore, an applicator 10 is configured accordingly, so that the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the electrodes 321 and 322) are arranged in this way.

[0073] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the eleventh embodiment are the same as those described in the ninth embodiment. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Twelfth embodiment

[0074] A treatment device according to a twelfth embodiment is the same as that according to the tenth embodiment, except that the actuator 3 is of the capacitor type.

[0075] Fig. Figure 17 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to the twelfth embodiment. In the twelfth embodiment, the actuator 3 is of the capacitor type and generates such ultrashort waves as described above using a pair of flat, plate-shaped electrodes 321 and 322.

[0076] In the twelfth embodiment, as it is found, for example, in Fig. As shown in Figure 17, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) is arranged on one side, front and back, of the human body 141. Furthermore, the actuator 3 (the electrodes 321 and 322) is arranged on the other side, front and back. It should be noted that the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) can be arranged on one side, right and left, of the human body 141. Furthermore, the actuator 3 (the electrodes 321 and 322) can be arranged on the other side, right and left. Additionally, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) can be arranged on one side, front, back, right, and left, of the human body 141. Furthermore, the actuator 3 (electrodes 321 and 322) can be located on one of the remaining sides.In other words, in the twelfth embodiment, the vector potential coil 11 and the actuator 3 are arranged on opposite sides with the human body 141 at the center, so that the human body 141 is sandwiched between the vector potential coil 11 and the actuator 3. Furthermore, an applicator 10 is configured accordingly so that the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the electrodes 321 and 322) are arranged in this way.

[0077] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the twelfth embodiment are the same as those described in the tenth embodiment. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Thirteenth embodiment

[0078] Fig. Figure 18 is a diagram illustrating an arrangement of a vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and an actuator 3 with respect to a human body according to a thirteenth embodiment. In the thirteenth embodiment, the actuator 3 is of the capacitor type and generates the aforementioned ultrashort waves using a pair of flat, plate-shaped electrodes 321 and 322. It should be noted that the arrangement position of the pair of electrodes 321 and 322 according to the thirteenth embodiment differs from the arrangement position of the pair of electrodes 321 and 322 according to the eleventh and twelfth embodiments.

[0079] In the thirteenth embodiment, as it is described, for example, in Fig. As shown in Figure 18, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) is arranged on one side, front and back, of the human body 141. Furthermore, the electrodes 321 and 322 of the actuator 3 are arranged on the front and back of the human body 141, respectively. In other words, the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and one of the electrodes 321 and 322 of the actuator 3 are arranged on one side, front and back, of a human body 141. Furthermore, the other electrode 321 and 322 of the actuator 3 is arranged on the other side, front and back, of the human body 141. Alternatively, one of the electrodes 321 and 322 could be arranged on either side, right or left, of the human body 141.Furthermore, the other of the electrodes 321 and 322 can be arranged on the other side, right side and left side, of the human body 141. Additionally, the vector potential coil device 1 can be arranged on either the right or left side of the human body 141. Furthermore, an applicator 10 is configured accordingly so that the vector potential coil device 1 (the VP coil 11) and the actuator 3 (the electrodes 321 and 322) are arranged in this manner.

[0080] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the thirteenth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Fourteenth embodiment

[0081] Fig. 19, Fig. 20 to Fig. Figure 21 are diagrams showing examples of drive waveforms of a vector potential coil device 1 and an actuator 3 with respect to a treatment device according to a fourteenth embodiment.

[0082] In the fourteenth embodiment, which is found, for example, in Fig. 19, Fig. 20 to Fig. As shown in Figure 21, the control device 5 performs burst control on the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4, such that the output of the vector potential from the vector potential coil device 1 and the output of such ultrashort waves from the actuator 3 are not performed simultaneously, and each output alternates between an on state and an off state. It should be noted that, even though the outputs are switched on and off alternately in this way, the vector potential is applied in the state in which the temperature of the affected area is maintained.

[0083] Furthermore, in the above-mentioned burst control, the control device 5 can be configured to (a) switch on and off operations of the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4, or (b) provide switching means (for example, switching elements such as transistors or relays, or other electrical circuits) (not shown) respectively between the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4, and between the vector potential coil device 1 and the actuator 3, to keep the operations of the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4 continuously switched on, and to switch on and off the outputs from the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4 respectively to the vector potential coil device 1 and the actuator 3 using the switching means.

[0084] Furthermore, the duty cycle of the vector potential output and the duty cycle of the output of such ultrashort waves can each be constant or can be appropriately adjusted. Fig. Figure 19 shows a case in which the duty cycles of both are essentially the same. Fig. Figure 20 shows a case in which the duty cycle of the vector potential output is lower than the duty cycle of the output of such ultrashort waves. Fig. Figure 21 shows a case in which the duty cycle of the vector potential output is higher than the duty cycle of the output of such ultrashort waves.

[0085] For example, during a predetermined period at the beginning of treatment, because the temperature of the affected area is low, as is the case, for example, in Fig. As can be seen in Figure 20, the control device 5 prioritizes the output of such ultrashort waves by making the output-on time interval of such ultrashort waves longer than the output-on time interval of the vector potential.

[0086] Furthermore, the control device 5 can then gradually or in steps shorten the output-on time interval of such ultrashort waves and gradually or in steps lengthen the output-on time interval of the vector potential as the treatment time elapses. Alternatively, immediately thereafter, the duty cycles of both can transition to a state in which they are essentially the same, as is the case in Fig. 19 can be seen.

[0087] Furthermore, once sufficient heat from such ultrashort waves has been applied to the affected area, as is the case, for example, in Fig. 21 (contrary to Fig. 20) can be seen, the control device 5 controls the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high frequency power source 4 to shorten the output-on time period of such ultrashort waves and to lengthen the output-on time period of the vector potential.

[0088] Furthermore, the control device 5 can perform a control to gradually lengthen the output-on time interval of the vector potential, and / or a control to continuously shorten the output-on time interval of such ultrashort waves from the start of treatment over time. Additionally, the control device 5 can be configured to output only such ultrashort waves without outputting the vector potentials for a predetermined time from the start of treatment (the time until a predetermined temperature increase occurs in the affected area).

[0089] Consequently, since the timing of the peak instantaneous power consumption of the vector potential coil drive device 2 and the high-frequency power source 4 does not overlap, the maximum value of the instantaneous power consumption of the treatment device is suppressed. Furthermore, if one of the devices, vector potential coil drive device 2 and high-frequency power source 4, drives one of the other devices, vector potential coil drive device 1 and actuator 3, the other device, vector potential coil drive device 2 and high-frequency power source 4, does not drive the other device, vector potential coil drive device 1 and actuator 3. Therefore, problems such as circuit failure or malfunction due to interference or interaction between vector potential coil drive device 2 and high-frequency power source 4 are suppressed.Furthermore, noise countermeasures between the two are reduced at the same time. As a result, miniaturization of the device and cost reduction can be achieved.

[0090] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the fourteenth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted. Fifteenth embodiment

[0091] In a fifteenth embodiment, a heating device containing a heating element is used as the heating medium instead of, or together with, the actuator 3 mentioned above. For example, a planar (layer) heating device in which a nickel resistor (a heating element) is printed onto a substrate, such as silicon, is used as this heating device.

[0092] Even if a heating device is used as the heating medium, the control device 5 can perform burst control as described above. In this case, the control device 5 controls the heating device 6 to switch it on and off such that the heating device 6 is switched on during the period in which the vector potential output is switched off, and the heating device 6 is switched off during the period in which the vector potential output is switched on.

[0093] Furthermore, in the case of using the heating device together with the above-mentioned actuator 3, if the coil 3a is used with a planar coil shape as the actuator 3, the actuator 3 (the coil 3a) and the heating device can each be arranged opposite each other with the human body 141 in the middle, as is the case with the electrodes 321 and 322 according to the thirteenth embodiment.

[0094] Furthermore, in the case of using the heating device together with the above-mentioned actuator 3, if the actuator 3 is of the capacitor type, the heating device can be arranged between the electrodes 321 and 322 according to the eleventh and twelfth embodiments, or can be arranged on the opposite side of the electrodes 321 and 322 with respect to the human body 141.

[0095] It should be noted that the other configurations and operations of the treatment device according to the fifteenth embodiment are the same as those described in any of the other embodiments. Therefore, their descriptions are omitted.

[0096] It should be noted that various changes and modifications to the embodiments described above are obvious to a person skilled in the art. Such changes and modifications can be made without deviating from the meaning and scope of the subject matter and without diminishing the intended advantages. That is to say, it is intended that such changes and modifications are included within the scope of the claims.

[0097] For example, in the first embodiment mentioned above, the coil axis of the VP coil 11 can have a spiral shape along a plane or a spherical surface.

[0098] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, when a plurality of VP coils 11 are used, it is preferred to connect these VP coils 11 in series, since this configuration reduces the current-carrying capacity of the amplifier circuit 22 and the tuning circuit 23. Due to the reduction in current-carrying capacity, the dimensions of the amplifier circuit 22 and the tuning circuit 23 are reduced. Simultaneously, heat generation is reduced. As a result, the cost of the device is reduced, and device failures become less likely.

[0099] Additionally, according to the ninth to thirteenth embodiments, the applicator 10 can be a band-shaped or belt-shaped applicator in which the VP coil 11 and the electrodes 321 and 322 or the coil 3a are arranged at predetermined positions. Furthermore, the band-shaped applicator 10 can be wound around the human body 141. In this case, the VP coil 11 and the electrodes 321 and 322 or the coil 3a are fixed in the band-shaped applicator 10, so that when wound around the human body 141, the VP coil 11 and the electrodes 321 and 322 or the coil 3a are arranged as described above.

[0100] It should be noted that the VP coil 11, which is used in the ninth to thirteenth embodiments, is described in Fig. The VP coil 11 shown in Figure 2 is used. However, it is not limited to this configuration. Instead, the VP coil can be used in the other embodiments ( Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7, Fig. 8, Fig. 9 to Fig. 10, Fig. 12 and Fig. 13) are used. Additionally, in the sixth embodiment, since the human body 141 is arranged in the hollow section of the VP coil 11, it is preferred that the actuator 3 is arranged between the VP coil 11 and the human body, so that it is as close as possible to the human body 141.

[0101] It should be noted that in Fig. 2, Fig. 5, Fig. 6, Fig. 7, Fig. 8, Fig. 9, Fig. 10 to Fig. 11 and Fig. 14, Fig. 15, Fig. 16, Fig. 17 to Fig. 18 the representation of the ferromagnetic element 61 from these drawings has been omitted. Commercial applicability

[0102] The present invention can, for example, be applied to a treatment device for a combined therapy consisting of thermotherapy and electrical stimulation. QUOTES INCLUDED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents cited by the applicant was automatically generated and is included solely for the reader's convenience. The list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

[0000] WO 2015 / 099147

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Claims

[1] Treatment device for a combined therapy of thermotherapy and electrical stimulation, wherein the treatment device comprises: a vector potential coil device that generates a vector potential and applies electrical stimulation to an affected area using the generated vector potential; a heating agent that heats the affected area; a vector potential coil drive device that drives the vector potential coil device; a high-frequency power supply that drives the heating medium; and a control device that controls the vector potential coil drive device and the high-frequency power supply, causes the vector potential coil device to generate the vector potential, and causes the heating agent to heat the affected area according to a specified condition based on the combined therapy of thermotherapy and electrical stimulation. [2] Treatment device according to claim 1, wherein the heating means includes an actuator that generates at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasonic waves, and heats the affected area with at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasonic waves, the high-frequency power supply drives the actuator, and The control device controls the vector potential coil drive device and the high-frequency power supply to cause the vector potential coil device to generate the vector potential and to cause the actuator to generate at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasound waves, according to a predetermined condition based on the combined therapy of hyperthermia and electrical stimulation. [3] Treatment device according to claim 1, wherein the vector potential coil device comprises one or a plurality of magnetic coils arranged along a predetermined planar shape or a predetermined curved shape, and the vector potential is generated by one or a multitude of magnetic coils. [4] Treatment device according to claim 3, wherein the vector potential coil device includes a ferromagnetic element extending along a linear coil axis or a curved coil axis of each of the one or the plurality of magnetic coils. [5] Treatment device according to claim 2, which further comprises: a single applicator, wherein the vector potential coil device and the actuator are incorporated in the single applicator. [6] Treatment device according to claim 5, where the applicator is not directly attached to the skin of a human body, and The vector potential coil device and the actuator are arranged at a position where the vector potential and at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasound waves, are applied to the affected area. [7] Treatment device according to claim 2, wherein the control device controls the vector potential coil drive device and the high-frequency power supply such that: an output of the vector potential from the vector potential coil device and an output of at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasonic waves, which is not performed simultaneously by the actuator; and Each of the outputs is repeatedly switched on and off alternately. [8] Treatment device according to claim 7, wherein the control device sets a duty cycle of the vector potential output and a duty cycle of the output of at least one of the waves, ultrashort waves, microwaves and ultrasound waves, according to an elapsed time from the start of a treatment. [9] Treatment device according to claim 1, wherein the heating means is arranged between the vector potential coil device and a human body. [10] Treatment device according to claim 1, wherein the heating means is arranged on an opposite side of the vector potential coil device with a human body in a center. [11] Treatment device according to claim 1, wherein the heating means includes a heating device which generates heat to warm the affected area. [12] Treatment device according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the combined therapy activates a normalization mechanism in biological tissues in the affected area via heat shock proteins or ubiquitinated proteins.

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