Refrigeration system for massage therapy

Abstract

To provide a refrigeration system for massage therapy with higher massage effects.SOLUTION: There is provided a refrigeration system which has a refrigeration chamber for storing a person to be treated, before performing massage to the person to be treated.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a refrigeration system for massage treatments. [Background technology]

[0002] Conventionally, various methods have been devised as massage treatment methods.

[0003] For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a method for evaluating massage effectiveness in which changes in the state of fluid circulation around the eyes are measured based on changes in a person's blood flow, and the massage effectiveness is evaluated based on these changes in fluid circulation. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Patent Publication No. 2008-068105 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] As in the above patent document, it is proposed to evaluate the effectiveness of a massage by measuring changes in blood flow in the human body, and it is known that the effectiveness of a massage can be improved by increasing blood flow through massage treatment.

[0006] Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a more effective massage effect. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] One embodiment of the refrigeration system of the present invention includes a freezer compartment for containing a massage recipient prior to administering the massage to the recipient. [Effects of the Invention]

[0008] The refrigeration system of the present invention can provide a more effective massage. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0009] [Figure 1] 1 is an example of a schematic diagram of a refrigeration system according to a first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 1 is a flow chart illustrating a method for providing a massage using a refrigeration system according to a first embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0010] The contents of the embodiments of the present invention will be listed and explained below. A refrigeration system according to the embodiments of the present invention is as follows. [Item 1] A refrigeration system including a refrigeration compartment for containing a massage recipient prior to administering the massage to the recipient. [Item 2] Item 1. The refrigeration system according to item 1, wherein the freezing chamber has a control unit capable of adjusting the temperature in multiple stages according to the request of the patient. [Item 3] 2. The refrigeration system according to item 1, wherein the skin of the subject except for the hands and feet is cooled in the freezing chamber. [Item 4] Item 1. The refrigeration system according to item 1, wherein the treatment is provided at room temperature. [Item 5] Item 2. The refrigeration system according to item 1, wherein the blood flow rate of the subject is reduced by placing the subject in the freezing chamber.

[0011] Hereinafter, a refrigeration system according to a first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0012] FIG. 1 is an example of a schematic diagram of a refrigeration system according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0013] 1 shows an example of a refrigeration system, which includes a freezing chamber 10 and a treatment room 20. The freezing chamber 10 includes a compressor 12, a condenser 13, an expansion valve 14, and an evaporator 15, all of which are driven by electrical energy.

[0014] In freezing compartment 10, compressor 12 compresses the gaseous refrigerant stored in the freezing compartment, and the refrigerant gas, which has become high temperature and high pressure due to compression, is liquefied as it passes through condenser 13. The liquefied refrigerant then passes through expansion valve 14, where its pressure drops sharply and its boiling point drops. The liquid refrigerant with its lowered boiling point passes through evaporator 15, where it vaporizes. In this way, by placing evaporator 15 in the freezing compartment, the freezing compartment can be cooled and a low temperature space can be maintained. Furthermore, the vaporized refrigerant that has passed through evaporator 15 is passed through compressor 12 again, and the cooling cycle continues.

[0015] The freezer compartment 10 includes a temperature control unit 16 that adjusts the temperature inside the freezer compartment according to the season, the daily climate, and the needs of the person being massaged. The temperature can be adjusted in multiple stages, such as Lv1, Lv2, Lv3, and Lv4. Specifically, it can be set in the range of -5°C to -10°C. The higher the level number, such as Lv4, the lower the temperature is set, so the blood flow of the person being massaged decreases, and the greater the difference in blood flow, the more effective the subsequent massage will be.

[0016] The treatment room 20 is set to room temperature and is equipped with a relaxation bed for massage treatment. The lighting is dimmed to enhance the relaxation effect. The relaxation bed is designed so that the patient can lie comfortably on their back.

[0017] FIG. 2 is a flow chart illustrating a method for providing a massage using a refrigeration system according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] First, in S101, the recipient is placed in freezer compartment 10. The freezer compartment 10 is set to a temperature of approximately -5 to -10 degrees Celsius. The recipient sits in a chair placed inside the freezer compartment 10 and has their skin cooled, excluding their hands and feet. Cooling the skin other than the hands and feet creates a difference in core body temperature and skin sensation. The cooling time is approximately 5 minutes. The cooling temperature can be adjusted according to the season, daily weather, and the recipient's needs. The temperature inside freezer compartment 10 is adjusted to multiple levels, such as Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4, with higher levels indicating lower temperatures. The higher the level, the lower the recipient's blood flow, resulting in a greater difference in blood flow, and therefore a more effective massage. If the recipient cannot tolerate the cold, they can leave freezer compartment 10 midway.

[0019] Next, in S102, the person to be massaged is moved to the treatment room 20 at room temperature. The person lies down on a dedicated relaxation bed and receives the massage treatment. The dedicated relaxation bed is designed so that the person to be massaged is comfortable even when lying on their back. By being cooled in the freezer 10, the blood flow is reduced, but by moving to the treatment room 20 at room temperature, the blood flow increases and the blood pressure value changes by about 20 mmHg. The person to be massaged receives a massage in accordance with this sudden change in blood flow, which can achieve a higher massage effect and relaxation effect.

[0020] In this way, this system can provide a more effective massage to the person being treated.

[0021] Although not shown, sound output devices such as speakers may be provided in the freezing chamber 10 and the treatment room 20, and musical effects may also be provided.

[0022] The above-described embodiment is merely an example for facilitating understanding of the present invention, and is not intended to limit the present invention. The present invention can be modified and improved without departing from the spirit thereof, and it goes without saying that the present invention includes equivalents thereof. [Explanation of symbols]

[0023] 1. Refrigeration system 10 Freezer 20 Treatment Rooms

Claims

1. A refrigeration system including a refrigeration compartment for housing a massage recipient prior to administering a massage to the recipient.

2. The refrigeration system according to claim 1 , wherein the freezing chamber has a control unit capable of adjusting the temperature in a plurality of stages in response to a request from the person to be treated.

3. 2. The refrigeration system according to claim 1, wherein the skin of the subject except for the hands and feet is cooled in the freezing chamber.

4. 10. The refrigeration system of claim 1, wherein the treatment is provided at ambient temperature.

5. The refrigeration system according to claim 1 , wherein a blood flow rate of the subject is reduced by being placed in the freezing chamber.

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