Massage device

Abstract

Massage device (100) comprising a central receiving element (10) for receiving at least one massage attachment (11a, 11b), and comprising a fixing device (12) for releasably attaching the massage device (100) to a surface, wherein the central receiving element (10) is designed for releasable attachment with the fixing device (12) and wherein the receiving element (10) is designed as a handle element.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a massage device.

[0002] Massage devices for treating various muscle groups are known from the prior art. Such massage devices can be used by a therapist as an aid to increase the effectiveness of the massage. Massage devices intended for self-application are also known, allowing the independent treatment of tense muscle groups. One such massage device is known, for example, from DE 20 2022106226 U1.

[0003] It is advantageous if such massage devices can be used flexibly, both with regard to the body part being treated and with regard to the location of use. For example, it is advantageous if the massage device is easily transportable. At the same time, the massage device must have a certain degree of stability, as considerable forces are often applied to the body part being treated via the massage device during treatment.

[0004] The invention is therefore based on the object of providing a massage device which can be used flexibly and which has a robust construction.

[0005] The object according to the invention is achieved by a massage device, comprising a central receiving element for receiving at least one massage attachment, and comprising a fixing device for releasably fastening the massage device to a surface, wherein the central receiving element is designed for releasably fastening to the fixing device and wherein the receiving element is designed as a handle element.

[0006] The massage device is advantageously designed to be flexible, since the massage device is designed to be attached to a surface and can thus be used for self-treatment and can also be used handheld by means of the handle element. This is advantageously made possible by the central receiving element, which advantageously fulfills several functions. A first function is the use of the receiving element as a handle element in order to use the massage device handheld and the fixing device can either be detached from the massage device or the receiving element or not. In a second function, the massage device can be attached to a surface so that the massage device is spatially fixed for self-treatment without a therapist and the body part to be treated is moved relative to the massage device.When used according to both the first and second functions, the at least one massage attachment can be attached to the massage device or not. For this purpose, the at least one massage attachment can preferably be releasably fixed to the receiving element.

[0007] Preferably, the receiving element is rod-shaped.

[0008] If no massage attachment is attached to the receiving element, the receiving element itself can advantageously be used as a massage attachment. For this purpose, the receiving element advantageously has a substantially rod-shaped section with a rounded free end, or the central receiving element is entirely substantially rod-shaped, with at least one or both ends being rounded.

[0009] The central receiving element preferably comprises a handle portion. The handle portion is preferably substantially rod-shaped. The handle portion can form a central part of the central receiving element. The handle portion can preferably have a surface structure and / or a coating, for example, a rubber coating. This advantageously allows for a better grip on the massage device and prevents it from slipping in the hand.

[0010] Preferably, the fixing device is releasably attachable to a first end of the receiving element, while the at least one first massage attachment is arranged at a second end of the receiving element. The handle portion is preferably arranged between the first and second ends.

[0011] Preferably, the central receiving element can be releasably fastened to the fixing device in the region of the handle section. A free end of the central receiving element preferably forms the handle section. The free end can, for example, be received in the fixing device and secured there, in particular by means of one or more fixing elements, for example screws.

[0012] Preferably, the securing device is a suction cup. The suction cup allows the massage device to be easily and conveniently attached to a variety of different surfaces, such as walls, doors, or tabletops. Furthermore, the massage device can advantageously be securely fixed to the surface. This increases the safety of the massage device during handling.

[0013] Preferably, exactly one suction lifter is provided. Alternatively, the fixing device can comprise more than one, for example two, suction lifters.

[0014] Preferably, the receiving element is fastened to the fixing device in such a way that a longitudinal axis of the receiving element runs perpendicular to a surface to which the massage device can be fixed.

[0015] Preferably, a fastening pin is arranged on the fixing device, which can be fastened in an opening in a front side of the receiving element to fix the receiving element. The fastening pin is designed, in particular, essentially identical to the fastening pins of the massage attachments, so that the same openings on the front sides in which the massage attachments are attached can be used to fix the receiving element to the fixing device.

[0016] In particular, the fixing pin can be made of 42CrMo4 or comprise this material.

[0017] The receiving element preferably comprises a plurality of receiving points for receiving the massage attachment, wherein the receiving points are arranged at different positions on the receiving element. The receiving points are preferably spaced at different distances from one another or are arranged at equal distances from one another on the receiving element. In particular, between one and ten receiving points can be provided. For example, seven receiving points can be provided, with one receiving point each arranged on the end surfaces of the receiving element and five receiving points arranged laterally on a flat side of the receiving element.

[0018] If the receiving element is preferably substantially rod-shaped, the receiving points are preferably arranged on a lateral surface of the receiving element along its longitudinal extent. Furthermore, a plurality of receiving points can be arranged at different positions along the circumference of the receiving element, so that massage attachments attached to the receiving points protrude laterally or radially from the receiving element. Furthermore, a receiving point can be arranged at at least one or both of the free ends of the receiving element, so that a massage attachment can be attached in such a way that it protrudes longitudinally from the receiving element.

[0019] Preferably, the receiving points are openings for receiving a fastening pin of the massage attachment. By attaching the massage attachments using fastening pins that extend into the openings, the massage attachments are advantageously held firmly in the massage device.

[0020] Preferably, the openings are each a core hole, and the fastening pin includes an external thread for screwing into the core hole. This allows the massage attachments to be easily screwed into the receiving element, in particular without the need for any tools.

[0021] Alternatively, the openings can be designed as through-holes. This advantageously allows a massage attachment or a mounting pin of the massage attachment to be attached to two opposite sides of the receiving element.

[0022] Preferably, a length of the fastening pin corresponds substantially to a depth of the through-opening, so that one end of the fastening pin is flush with the surface of the receiving element, so that the fastening pin is arranged in the through-opening.

[0023] Preferably, each opening can be assigned a lateral through-hole, which is connected to the opening and through which a fixing element, for example a grub screw, can be passed, which can serve to secure the fastening pin in the opening. The grub screw can then be loosened or tightened, in particular with an Allen key, which can be easily carried along, in order to change the massage attachments.

[0024] Preferably, the fastening pin can have an external thread for screwing into an internal thread of the opening, or the outer surface of the fastening pin and the inner wall of the opening can be substantially smooth. The latter can be provided in particular when the fastening pin is secured via the fixing element. A circumferential recess or groove can then preferably be arranged in the fastening pin, into which the fixing element can engage to secure the fastening pin.

[0025] The opening is specifically an M6 hole.

[0026] The grub screw is specifically an M5 screw.

[0027] The depth of the opening on the end faces is preferably between 13 mm and 25 mm, particularly preferably between 15 mm and 23 mm, and particularly preferably between 17 mm and 20 mm. The depth can be, for example, 19 mm.

[0028] Preferably, the opening is a through-hole, with the massage device comprising a locking element, in particular a lock nut, for locking the screw connection. This advantageously increases safety, as the massage attachment is particularly firmly attached to the massage device. This is particularly important since significant forces can act on the massage attachment during use.

[0029] The receiving element is preferably rod-shaped. Preferably, at least one receiving point is arranged laterally on a longitudinal section of the receiving element and at least one receiving point is arranged on an end face of the receiving element. This allows the massage attachments to be used particularly flexibly. If the massage device is attached to a wall, for example, a massage attachment can be arranged such that it protrudes forwards or laterally, upwards or downwards. This enables many types of treatment of body parts. Preferably, the receiving element has a length between 8 cm and 12 cm, particularly preferably between 9 cm and 11 cm, and most preferably between 9.5 and 10.5 cm. The length can be 10 cm, for example. Preferably, the receiving element can be flattened with two opposite wide sides and two narrow sides.The width of the wide sides can be between 1 cm and 3 cm, particularly preferably between 1.5 cm and 2.5 cm. For example, the width can be 1.9 cm. The width of the narrow sides can be between 0.5 cm and 1.5 cm, particularly preferably between 0.7 cm and 1.3 cm. For example, the width can be 1.2 cm.

[0030] Starting from one end of the receiving element with a length of 10 cm, five receiving points can be arranged at a distance of 2.5 cm, 3.75 cm, 5 cm, 6.25 cm and 7.5 cm from the end of the receiving element,

[0031] The massage device preferably comprises a plurality, in particular two, three, or four, of massage attachments. Some or all of the massage attachments can be attached to the massage device simultaneously. Alternatively, only one of the massage attachments can be attached to the massage device.

[0032] The massage attachments preferably differ in size, shape, and / or material. The massage attachments can be specifically designed for treating different parts of the body. For example, the massage elements can have a rounded, nubby, or wavy surface.

[0033] The massage attachments preferably comprise or are made of steel, particularly medical-grade steel. This makes the massage attachments particularly hygienic. However, alternative materials such as plastic, rubber, wood, or silicone are also conceivable.

[0034] Preferably, each of the massage attachments is designed for detachable connection to each of the receiving points. The attachments can thus advantageously be flexibly fixed to the receiving element.

[0035] Preferably, the at least one massage attachment is a sphere, in particular a hollow sphere. By designing it as a hollow sphere, weight can advantageously be saved, so that the massage device is particularly suitable for use on the go, for example when traveling. Preferably, the massage device comprises a plurality of spheres with identical or different diameters. Preferably, a first massage attachment can be a sphere, in particular a hollow sphere, with an outer diameter between 0.5 cm and 1.5 cm, particularly preferably between 0.7 and 13 cm. For example, the outer diameter of the first massage attachment can be 1 cm. Preferably, a second massage attachment can be a sphere, in particular a hollow sphere, with an outer diameter between 4.6 cm and 5.5 cm, particularly preferably between 4.7 and 5.3 cm. For example, the outer diameter of the first massage attachment can be 5 cm.Between these two exemplary diameters, all diameters are conceivable, in particular in the range between 0.5 cm and 5.5 cm, particularly preferably between 1 cm and 5 cm.

[0036] The massage attachment is preferably made of metal or includes metal. In particular, the massage attachment is made of stainless steel, especially V2A steel, which is rust- and acid-resistant.

[0037] In an exemplary configuration, a massage attachment, in particular a massage ball, can be arranged on the receiving element. These can then advantageously serve as handles for manual operation of the massage device.

[0038] Two identical massage attachments, in particular two massage balls of the same size, can then preferably be arranged in the lateral area of ​​the receiving element. The directly adjacent massage balls can advantageously achieve a particularly effective massage effect.

[0039] The massage attachment is preferably designed to dispense a massage agent, in particular a massage oil or massage cream. For this purpose, the massage attachment preferably comprises a roller through which the massage agent can be dispensed. Such a roller is designed, in particular, similar to a deodorant roller.

[0040] The massage attachment preferably includes openings for dispensing the massage agent. The openings are preferably formed in a surface of the massage attachment and are designed such that small amounts of the massage agent can escape during use.

[0041] Furthermore, the massage device preferably comprises a receiving container in which the massage agent is located.

[0042] The invention is explained in more detail below using exemplary embodiments. Fig. 1 a perspective view of a massage device with two massage attachments, Fig. 2 a perspective view of the massage device without massage attachments, Fig. 3 a representation of a massage attachment with counter element, Fig. 4 a representation of a receiving element, Fig. 5 another embodiment of the massage device with three massage attachments, Fig. 6 a representation of a fastening device of the massage device, and Fig. 7 shows a representation of a massage device according to another embodiment.

[0043] Fig. Figure 1 shows a massage device 100 comprising a receiving element 10 to which two massage attachments 11a, 11b are detachably attached. The massage attachments 11a, 11b are hollow steel spheres, each having a different diameter. The receiving element 10 is rod-shaped with a longitudinal section 16 and two end faces 17a, 17b. The receiving element 10 is detachably attached to a fixing device 12, which is designed as a suction lifter.

[0044] The receiving element 10 has a threaded hole on the end face 17b where the fixing device 12 is arranged, by means of which the receiving element 10 is screwed to a screw passing through the fixing device 12. The screw is accessible via an underside of the suction lifter. In this way, the receiving element 10 is firmly attached to the fixing device 12 in order to be able to absorb large forces during the treatment of a body part.

[0045] The receiving element 10 protrudes from the fixing device 12, so that the receiving element 10 is arranged perpendicular to a surface to which the massage device 100 can be fixed by means of the fixing device 12. A plurality of receiving points in the form of openings 14 are arranged on the receiving element 10, to which the massage attachments 11a, 11b can be releasably fixed. Fig. In the embodiment shown in Figure 1, three openings are arranged on the longitudinal section 16 and a further opening 14 is arranged on each of the end faces 17a, 17b. A massage attachment 11a, 11b can be fixed to each of the openings by means of a fastening pin 15, which is arranged on each massage attachment 11a, 11b.

[0046] For this purpose, the openings 14 on the longitudinal section 16 are designed as through-holes with an internal thread into which the fastening pins 15 can be screwed. For secure fixation of the massage attachments 11a, 11b, a counter element 18 in the form of a cover nut is provided, which is screwed onto the end of the fastening pin 15.

[0047] On the two end faces 17a, 17b, the openings 14 are designed as blind holes with an internal thread for screwing the fastening pins 15 or the screw for fixing the receiving element 10 to the fixing device 12. For secure fixing of the fastening pins 15 or the screw, counter screws 20, in particular grub screws, can be screwed in laterally as shown for example in the Fig. 2 for the first end face 17. A further counter screw 20 can be screwed into the second end face 17b in a similar manner.

[0048] Fig. Figure 2 shows the massage device 100, wherein no massage attachment 11a, 11b is arranged on the receiving element 10. In this state, the receiving element 10 itself can function as a massage element or as a massage attachment. For this purpose, the front side 17a is rounded. Furthermore, Fig. 2 shows the opening 14 on the first end face 17a for attaching one of the massage attachments 11a, 11b by means of the fastening pin 15. A handle portion 13 is arranged or formed on the rod-shaped receiving element 10, wherein the handle portion 13 in this case is formed by the rod-shaped receiving element 10 itself and the handle portion 13 simultaneously enables attachment to the fixing device 12.

[0049] Fig. 3 shows a representation of a separate massage attachment 11a, 11b together with a counter element 18. The massage attachment 11b has the fastening pin 15, which can be securely fixed with the counter element 18 after screwing into one of the openings 14 of the receiving element 10.

[0050] In Fig. 4 shows a receiving element 10 of the massage device 100. The receiving element 10 is not fixed to the fixing device 12, and none of the massage attachments 11a, 11b are arranged on the receiving element 10. In this state, the receiving element 10 can be used to treat a body part by holding the receiving element 10 directly in the hand in the region of the handle section 13 on the longitudinal section 16. It would also be conceivable for one or more of the massage attachments 11a, 11b to be additionally arranged on the handheld receiving element 10.

[0051] Fig. 5 shows a further embodiment of the massage device 100, in which the massage device 100 is not attached to the fixing device 12, but instead of the fixing device 12, a further massage attachment 11c is arranged.

[0052] In total, the massage device 100 comprises three massage attachments 11a, 11b, 11c, with two massage attachments 11a, 11c being arranged on opposite end surfaces of the receiving element 10, and a further massage attachment 11b being arranged centrally on the receiving element 10. Furthermore, a fastening device for fastening the massage attachments 11a, 11c to the receiving element 10 is shown. The fastening device comprises a receiving pin 21 arranged on the massage attachment 11a, 11c, which can be arranged in a receiving opening 22 of the receiving element 10. To securely fix the receiving pin 21 in the receiving opening 22, a fixing screw can be screwed into a lateral receiving opening in the form of a lateral threaded sleeve section 23 to clamp the receiving pin 21. A circumferential recess 24 can be arranged on the end of the receiving pin 21, behind which a fixing element in the form of a grub screw can engage.

[0053] The Fig. The fastening device shown in Figure 5 can be provided in an analogous manner for fastening the receiving element 10 to the fixing device 12 as in Fig. 6. In this case, the fastening pin 21 is arranged on an upper side of the fixing device 12 and fixed by means of a threaded sleeve portion 23, for example a grub screw.

[0054] Fig. Fig. 7 shows a further embodiment of the massage device 100, wherein in the receiving element 10 there are five openings 14, in particular through-openings, each with associated threaded sleeve sections 23, through which counter screws 20 or grub screws (not visible here) can be screwed in order to fix the massage attachments 11a, 11b, 11c or their fastening pins 21 in the openings 14. Fastening pins 21 can in particular be analogous to the fastening element 21 from Fig.6. It can also be seen how the end of the fastening pin 21 is arranged flush with the surface of the receiving element 10. List of reference symbols 100 massage device 10 receiving element 11a, 11b, 11c massage attachments 12 Fixing device 13 Handle section 14 openings 15 Fixing pin 16 Longitudinal section 17a, 17b front sides 18 Counter element 19 Fixing screw 20 lock screws 21 Fixing pin 22 Receiving opening 23 Threaded sleeve section 24 circumferential recess QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION

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[0000] DE 20 2022106226 U1

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Claims

[1] Massage device (100), comprising a central receiving element (10) for receiving at least one massage attachment (11a, 11b), and comprising a fixing device (12) for releasably fastening the massage device (100) to a surface, wherein the central receiving element (10) is designed for releasably fastening to the fixing device (12) and wherein the receiving element (10) is designed as a handle element. [2] Massage device (100) according to claim 1, wherein the central receiving element (10) comprises a handle portion. [3] Massage device according to claim 2, wherein the central receiving element (10) can be releasably fastened to the fixing device (12) in the region of the handle section (13). [4] Massage device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the fixing device (12) is a suction lifter. [5] Massage device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the receiving element (10) comprises a plurality of receiving points for receiving the massage attachment (11a, 11b), wherein the receiving points are arranged at different positions on the receiving element (10). [6] Massage device (100) according to claim 5, wherein the receiving points are openings (14) for receiving a fastening pin (15) of the massage attachment (11a, 11b). [7] Massage device (100) according to claim 6, wherein the openings (14) are each a core hole and the fastening pin (15) comprises an external thread for screwing to the core hole. [8] Massage device (100) according to claim 6 or 7, wherein the opening (14) is a through-opening and wherein the massage device comprises a counter element (18), in particular a lock nut, for locking the screw connection. [9] Massage device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the receiving element (10) is rod-shaped. [10] Massage device (100) according to one of claims 5 to 8 and claim 9, wherein at least one receiving point is arranged laterally on a longitudinal section (16) of the receiving element (10) and at least one receiving point is arranged on an end face (17a, 17b) of the receiving element (10). [11] Massage device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, comprising a plurality, in particular two, three or four, of massage attachments (11a, 11b). [12] Massage device (100) according to claim 11, wherein the massage attachments (11a, 11b) differ in size, shape and / or material. [13] Massage device (100) according to one of claims 5 to 12, wherein each of the massage attachments (11a, 11b) is designed for releasable connection to each of the receiving points. [14] Massage device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one massage attachment (11a, 11b) is a sphere, in particular a hollow sphere. [15] Massage device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the massage attachment (11a, 11b) consists of metal or comprises metal. [16] Massage device (100) according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the massage attachment (11a, 11b) is designed to dispense a massage agent, in particular a massage oil or a massage cream. [17] Massage device (100) according to claim 16, wherein the massage attachment (11a, 11b) comprises openings for dispensing the massage agent.

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