Display control method, program, and display control system

Abstract

This service provides notifications regarding indicators of physical condition in relation to the progression of the menstrual cycle. [Solution] The display control method comprises a menstrual information acquisition step and a display control step. In the menstrual information acquisition step, menstrual information is acquired. The menstrual information includes two or more pieces of information from the following: information on the subject's menstrual start date, information on the subject's menstrual end date, and information on the subject's menstrual cycle. In the display control step, an indicator of the subject's physical condition for each predetermined period is displayed on the display unit. The indicator of physical condition is information based on the menstrual information acquired in the menstrual information acquisition step.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure generally relates to a display control method, a program, and a display control system, and more particularly to a display control method, a program, and a display control system relating to a menstrual cycle. [Background Art]

[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses a female thermometer. This female thermometer includes a body temperature measuring means for measuring basal body temperature, an input means for inputting menstrual data, and an estimating means. The estimating means estimates the next menstrual period based on the basal body temperature measured by the body temperature measuring means and the menstrual data input by the input means. [Prior Art Document] [Patent Document]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2000-88661 [Summary of the Invention] [Problem to be Solved by the Invention]

[0004] It is known that physical condition changes in accordance with changes in the menstrual cycle.

[0005] However, conventional female thermometers merely estimate the next menstrual period, and have a problem in that the user cannot grasp the change in their physical condition accompanying the progression of the menstrual cycle by themselves.

[0006] The present disclosure has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a display control method, a program, and a display control system that can notify an index of physical condition associated with the progression of a menstrual cycle. [Means for Solving the Problem]

[0007] A display control method according to one aspect of the present disclosure comprises a menstrual information acquisition step and a display control step. In the menstrual information acquisition step, menstrual information is acquired. The menstrual information includes two or more pieces of information from among the subject's menstrual start date, the subject's menstrual end date, and the subject's menstrual cycle. In the display control step, an indicator of the subject's physical condition for each predetermined period is displayed on the display unit. The indicator of physical condition is information based on the menstrual information acquired in the menstrual information acquisition step.

[0008] A program according to one aspect of this disclosure is a program for causing one or more processors to execute the display control method.

[0009] A display control system according to one aspect of this disclosure comprises an acquisition unit and a display control unit. The acquisition unit acquires menstrual information. The menstrual information includes two or more pieces of information from the following: information on the start date of the subject's menstruation, information on the end date of the subject's menstruation, and information on the period of the subject's menstrual cycle. The display control unit causes the display unit to display an indicator of the subject's physical condition at predetermined intervals. The indicator of physical condition is information based on the menstrual information acquired by the acquisition unit. [Effects of the Invention]

[0010] According to this disclosure, it is possible to notify the user of changes in their physical condition in accordance with the progression of the menstrual cycle. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0011] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram showing the configuration of the display control system according to the embodiment. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a sequence diagram showing the operation of the display control system described above. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a sequence diagram showing another operation of the same display control system. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram showing the mounting configuration of the measuring device included in the display control system described above. [Figure 5]FIG. 5 is a front view of a measurement device included in the above-described display control system. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a plan view of the measurement device included in the above-described display control system. [Figure 7] FIG. 7 is a right side view of the measurement device included in the above-described display control system. [Figure 8] FIG. 8 is a rear view of the measurement device included in the above-described display control system. [Figure 9] FIG. 9 is a perspective view showing the interior of a housing of the measurement device included in the above-described display control system. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing a substrate of the measurement device included in the above-described display control system. [Figure 11] FIG. 11 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 12] FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 13] FIG. 13 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 14] FIG. 14 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 15] FIG. 15 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 16] FIG. 16 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 17] FIG. 17 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 18] FIG. 18 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 19] FIG. 19 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 20] FIG. 20 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 21]FIG. 21 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 22] FIG. 22 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 23] FIG. 23 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 24] FIG. 24 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 25] FIG. 25 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 26] FIG. 26 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 27] FIG. 27 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 28] FIG. 28 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 29] FIG. 29 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 30] FIG. 30 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 31] FIG. 31 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 32] FIG. 32 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 33] FIG. 33 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 34] FIG. 34 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 35] FIG. 35 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 36] FIG. 36 is a schematic diagram showing a screen displayed on a display unit by the above-described display control system. [Figure 37] Figure 37 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 38] Figure 38 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 39] Figure 39 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 40] Figure 40 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 41] Figure 41 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 42] Figure 42 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 43] Figure 43 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 44] Figure 44 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 45] Figure 45 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 46] Figure 46 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 47] Figure 47 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 48] Figure 48 is a schematic diagram showing the screen that the display control system described above displays on the display unit. [Figure 49] Figure 49 is a schematic diagram showing the screen displayed on the display unit by the display control system according to Modification Example 1. [Figure 50] Figure 50 is a schematic diagram showing the screen displayed on the display unit by the display control system according to the modified example 2. [Figure 51] Figure 51 is a schematic diagram showing the screen displayed on the display unit by the display control system according to the modified example 3. [Figure 52]Figure 52 is a schematic diagram showing the screen displayed on the display unit by the display control system according to the modified example 4. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0012] Preferred embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings. Common elements in the embodiments described below are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant descriptions of common elements may be omitted. Note that the following embodiments and modifications represent only a portion of the various embodiments of this disclosure. Furthermore, the following embodiments and modifications can be modified in various ways depending on the design, etc., as long as the objectives of this disclosure are achieved. It is also possible to combine the configurations of the embodiments and modifications as appropriate.

[0013] The figures described herein are schematic diagrams, and the ratios of the size and thickness of each component in each figure do not necessarily reflect the actual dimensional ratios.

[0014] (1) Overview First, an overview of the display control system 100 and the display control method according to this embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 1 to 2 and Figure 10.

[0015] The display control system 100 is operated, for example, by a company that transfers, leases, or provides the measuring device 3 or the program (or application) that executes the display control method. The display control system 100 is the entity that executes the display control method. In the following description, the company that transfers, leases, or provides the measuring device 3 or the program that executes the display control method may be simply referred to as "company, etc."

[0016] As shown in Figure 1, the display control system 100 comprises a server 1, a mobile terminal 2, and a measuring device 3. The server 1 is installed, for example, in a company. The mobile terminal 2 is a terminal used by the user H1 (see Figure 4), who is a user of the display control system 100. In this embodiment, the mobile terminal 2 is a smartphone owned by the user H1. However, the mobile terminal 2 may be one that is lent to the user H1 by the company or other organization. The mobile terminal 2 may also be a personal computer or a tablet device, etc.

[0017] The display control method comprises a menstrual information acquisition step and a display control step.

[0018] In the menstrual information acquisition step, menstrual information is acquired. The menstrual information includes two or more pieces of information from the following: the start date of menstruation for subject H1, the end date of menstruation for subject H1, and the cycle information of subject H1's menstrual cycle.

[0019] The execution entities for the menstrual information acquisition step are the acquisition unit 251 of the mobile terminal 2 and the acquisition unit 131 of the server 1. In other words, the acquisition unit 251 (or acquisition unit 131) of the display control system 100 acquires menstrual information.

[0020] In the display control step, the display unit 22 displays an indicator of the subject H1's physical condition at predetermined intervals (see image G1 in Figure 12). The indicator of physical condition is based on the menstrual information acquired in the menstrual information acquisition step.

[0021] The “health indicator” in this disclosure is an indicator that shows the health level of subject H1, and is an indicator estimated by the display control system 100. The “health indicator” is displayed on the display unit 22 as a score shown in numbers or other characters, the size of the characters or images, the color of the characters or images, or the type of image.

[0022] The entities that execute the display control step are the display control unit 252 of the mobile terminal 2 and the output unit 133 of the server 1. In other words, the display control unit 252 (or output unit 133) of the display control system 100 displays an indicator of the subject H1's physical condition at predetermined intervals, based on the menstrual information acquired by the acquisition unit 251 (or acquisition unit 131), on the display unit.

[0023] According to the display control system 100 or display control method of this embodiment, based on the subject H1's menstrual information, indicators of the subject H1's physical condition in accordance with the progression of the menstrual cycle can be notified to the subject H1. This has the advantage that the subject H1 can understand the changes in her physical condition in accordance with the progression of the menstrual cycle and more easily find ways to cope when she is feeling unwell.

[0024] By the way, the daily fluctuations in physical condition that we experience cannot always be explained solely by the changes in the menstrual cycle (fluctuations in female hormones), which generally occur on a monthly basis. It is preferable to capture fluctuations on a shorter cycle.

[0025] To capture fluctuations in physical condition on a daily basis, further measuring daily sleep (or physical state during sleep) can provide a wealth of information and is suitable as an indicator of physical condition.

[0026] For example, insufficient sleep reduces concentration and significantly impacts performance in subsequent days. While there are multiple definitions of sleep quality, even if you sleep for a long time, if the quality is poor—for instance, frequent awakenings during the night, getting out of bed often, or tossing and turning—you won't feel rested. Also, the timing of sleep is called the sleep rhythm, and if this is significantly off from the previous day, you are more likely to experience jet lag symptoms. Thus, the quantity, quality, and rhythm of sleep are important indicators for health management.

[0027] For the reasons stated above, it is desirable to display information about the sleep of the sleeper (subject H1) in a way that is easier to understand. For example, subject H1 wants to be able to grasp various information about sleep and their physical condition (such as sleeping position, turning over, sleep duration, and sleep quality) at a glance during busy mornings, in order to use their sleep state for health management and how to spend their day. For example, subject H1 wants to grasp at a glance both information about their behavior during sleep, such as sleeping position and getting out of bed, and information about their physical condition during sleep, such as the state of wakefulness that occurs during sleep. For example, subject H1 wants to be able to check the above various information in chronological order during sleep so that they can easily review it themselves. However, due to the size of the display area, if the above various information is to be displayed in detail, the amount of information that can be displayed at once (on one screen) is limited.

[0028] The display control method of this embodiment is a method for displaying information on the display unit 22 that indicates the sleep status of subject H1 for each period of the subject H1's sleep. The display control method comprises a measurement information acquisition step and a display control step.

[0029] In the measurement information acquisition step, measurement information is acquired from the measurement device 3. The measurement device 3 has an acceleration sensor 321 and is attached to the torso of the subject H1. The measurement information is time-series information including body movement information related to the subject H1's body movements during sleep.

[0030] The entities that execute the measurement information acquisition step are the acquisition unit 251 of the mobile terminal 2 and the acquisition unit 131 of the server 1. In other words, the acquisition unit 251 (or acquisition unit 131) of the display control system 100 acquires measurement information from the measurement device 3.

[0031] In the display control step, the sleeping posture information and body information are displayed on the display unit 22. The sleeping posture information is information based on measurement data and indicates the state of the sleeping posture of the subject H1. The body information is information based on measurement data and indicates the physical state of the subject H1 while sleeping.

[0032] The entities that execute the display control step are the display control unit 252 of the mobile terminal 2 and the output unit 133 of the server 1. In other words, the display control unit 252 (or output unit 133) of the display control system 100 causes the sleeping posture information and body information to be displayed on the display unit 22.

[0033] According to the display control system 100 or display control method of this embodiment, by displaying the subject H1's sleeping posture information and physical information together on the display unit 22, information regarding the subject H1's sleep can be displayed more effectively. This has the advantage for the subject H1 of being able to understand their own sleeping posture and physical information together, making it easier for them to manage their own health, for example.

[0034] (2)Details The details of the display control method or display control system 100 according to this embodiment will be described below with reference to Figures 1 to 47.

[0035] As shown in Figure 1, the display control system 100 comprises a server 1, a mobile terminal 2, and a measuring device 3. The display control system 100 executes a display control method.

[0036] The display control method of this embodiment comprises an acquisition step and a display control step. In the acquisition step, vital data including menstrual information, temperature information, and sleep information is acquired. In the display control step, the acquired information (vital data), a health score calculated from the acquired information, advice corresponding to the acquired information, and advice based on the health score are displayed. This enables the integrated measurement, visualization, analysis, and provision of solutions for women's health rhythms in a single, end-to-end manner. In other words, the display control method or display control system 100 of this embodiment realizes a health management system that can be easily continued in daily life, from understanding the menstrual cycle and the health condition of the subject H1 to proposing personalized countermeasures, all within a single system.

[0037] In other words, the display control method of this embodiment is also a sleep evaluation method or a health management method for women. To put it another way, the display control system 100 of this embodiment also functions as a sleep evaluation system or a health management system for women. More specifically, the display control system 100 is a system that displays information that can be used for sleep evaluation or information that can be used for health management for women on a mobile terminal 2 used by the subject H1 (user).

[0038] (2.1) Operation of the display control system First, the operation of the display control system 100 will be explained with reference to Figures 2 and 3.

[0039] Figure 2 is a sequence diagram showing the case when subject H1 uses the display control system 100 for the first time.

[0040] First, the mobile terminal 2 receives an operation from subject H1 and acquires subject H1's menstrual information (step S1). The menstrual information includes two or more pieces of information from subject H1's menstrual start date, subject H1's menstrual end date, and subject H1's menstrual cycle information. Here, it is preferable that the menstrual start date and menstrual end date information are the year, month, and day of the most recent menstrual start and end dates. It is also preferable that the menstrual cycle information is the average number of days in subject H1's menstrual cycle. The process in step S1 is performed, for example, when subject H1 operates the mobile terminal 2, launches an application for using the display control system 100, and inputs her own menstrual information. In the following description, the application for using the display control system 100 may simply be referred to as "the application." Next, the mobile terminal 2 transmits the menstrual information to the server 1 (step S2). Steps S1 and S2 are examples of acquisition steps.

[0041] Server 1 performs estimation processing (step S3) to estimate (or determine) indicators of subject H1's physical condition at predetermined intervals based on the received menstrual information. In this embodiment, the predetermined period is one day (date), and the display control system 100 of this embodiment estimates indicators of subject H1's physical condition on a daily basis. However, the predetermined period may be a period other than one day. In this embodiment, the indicators of physical condition are shown in a manner that includes a score (numerical value) indicating the quality of physical condition for each predetermined period (each day). Step S3 is an example of an estimation step.

[0042] Then, Server 1 transmits image information to display the estimated health indicators of Subject H1 on the display unit 22 of Mobile Terminal 2 (Step S4). In other words, Server 1 displays the estimated health indicators of Subject H1 on the display unit 22 of Mobile Terminal 2. Upon receiving the image information, Mobile Terminal 2 displays the health indicators of Subject H1 for predetermined periods on the display unit 22 based on the image information (Step S5). This notifies Subject H1 of changes in their health condition associated with the progression of their menstrual cycle. Steps S4 and S5 are examples of display control steps.

[0043] Figure 3 is a sequence diagram showing how subject H1 uses the display control system 100 with the measuring device 3. The measuring device 3 is attached to, for example, the subject H1's clothing H2 (see Figure 4), such as shorts, and is used in a state where the measuring device 3 is in contact with the subject H1's torso, such as the abdomen. The measuring device 3 in this embodiment includes an acceleration sensor 321 (see Figure 1) and a temperature sensor 322 (see Figure 1).

[0044] The measuring device 3 measures the body temperature and acceleration of the subject H1's torso (step S11). The measuring device 3 then transmits the measured information, such as the body temperature information and the acceleration information, to the mobile terminal 2 (step S12). The acceleration information is used as body movement information related to the subject H1's body movements.

[0045] When the mobile terminal 2 receives an operation to launch an application or an operation to update the screen while the application is running (step S13), it transmits information such as the operation information of the operation performed and the measurement information received from the measuring device 3 to the server 1 (step S14). Here, we will explain the case in which the mobile terminal 2 receives an operation to display on the display unit 22 the sleeping position information of the subject H1 and the physical information of the subject H1, such as body temperature while sleeping. Steps S12 to S14 are just one example of the acquisition steps.

[0046] When Server 1 receives information from Mobile Terminal 2, it performs estimation processing to estimate the sleeping posture of Subject H1 and Subject H1's body temperature (physical condition) based on the measurement information (Step S15). Note that Step S15 is an example of an estimation step.

[0047] Then, Server 1 transmits image information to the display unit 22 of the mobile terminal 2 to display sleeping position information, which indicates the sleeping posture of the estimated subject H1, and body information, which indicates the physical condition of subject H1 (step S16). In other words, Server 1 causes the display unit 22 of the mobile terminal 2 to display sleeping position information, which indicates the sleeping posture of the estimated subject H1, and body information, which indicates the physical condition of subject H1. When the mobile terminal 2 receives the image information, it displays the sleeping position information and body information on the display unit 22 based on the image information (step S17). As a result, subject H1 is notified of their sleeping position and other information while sleeping. Steps S16 and S17 are examples of display control steps.

[0048] Note that the sequence diagrams shown in Figures 2 and 3 are merely examples, and the order of processing may be changed as appropriate, or processes may be added or deleted as appropriate.

[0049] (2.2) Measuring devices Next, the measuring device 3 will be described. The measuring device 3 is a device for measuring the body movements and body temperature of the subject H1. As shown in Figure 4, the measuring device 3 is attached to the subject H1's clothing H2, such as shorts, and is used in a state where the measuring device 3 is in contact with the subject H1's torso, such as the abdomen. In the following description, the state in which the measuring device 3 is attached to the subject H1's clothing H2 so that it is in contact with the subject H1's torso may be referred to as "attached to the subject H1's torso." In this embodiment, the measuring device 3 is exemplified as being owned by the subject H1, but the measuring device 3 may also be something that is lent to the subject H1 by a company or the like.

[0050] As shown in Figure 1, the measuring device 3 comprises a communication unit 31, a storage unit 33, a sensor unit 32, and a processing unit 34.

[0051] The communication unit 31 includes a communication interface configured to communicate with the communication unit 21 of the mobile terminal 2. In this disclosure, "communication possible" means that information can be exchanged directly or indirectly via a network or repeater, etc., using an appropriate communication method such as wired or wireless communication. The communication unit 31 in this embodiment communicates wirelessly with the communication unit 21 of the mobile terminal 2. The wireless communication conforms to standards such as Wireless LAN (Local Area Network) or Bluetooth®.

[0052] The memory unit 33 is a semiconductor memory such as an electrically rewritable flash memory, ROM (Read Only Memory), RAM (Random Access Memory), or EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory). The memory unit 33 temporarily stores measurement information in a time-series format.

[0053] The sensor unit 32 includes an acceleration sensor 321 and a temperature sensor 322. In addition to the acceleration sensor 321 and temperature sensor 322, the sensor unit 32 may also include a gyroscope, a humidity sensor, and the like.

[0054] The acceleration sensor 321 detects the body movement of subject H1 by detecting the acceleration associated with the movement of the subject H1 at a predetermined sampling period (predetermined frequency), for example, several dozen times per second. The acceleration sensor 321 is a 3-axis acceleration sensor. The acceleration sensor 321 detects acceleration for each of the three mutually orthogonal axes and outputs an electrical signal (acceleration data) corresponding to the acceleration. More specifically, based on the acceleration data, the acceleration sensor 321 calculates a body movement value, which is the magnitude of the body movement of subject H1, and a posture value, which represents the orientation (angle) of subject H1's body, obtained from the combination of the values ​​of the three axes. The acceleration sensor 321 then transmits the body movement value and posture value information to the server 1 via the communication unit 31 at predetermined time intervals (for example, every minute) or after each measurement (i.e., a whole night's worth of data, with the values ​​from the start to the end of the measurement grouped together after completion). In this specification, the information obtained from the acceleration data (body movement value and posture value) will be collectively referred to as body movement information.

[0055] The temperature sensor 322 measures the body temperature of subject H1. More specifically, the temperature sensor 322 acquires body temperature information (temperature data) that allows for the distinction between the low-temperature and high-temperature phases of a woman's cycle. The female hormone status of subject H1, being female, is a major influencing factor in her physical condition and is reflected in the pattern of her body temperature rhythm. By using the body temperature information acquired by the temperature sensor 322, the menstrual cycle phase can be accurately determined, and a more suitable menstrual phase model can be selected. This allows the display control system 100 to more accurately predict fluctuations in subject H1's physical condition. Subject H1, using the display control system 100, can review and predict fluctuations in her physical condition by checking the information displayed on the display unit 22 of the mobile terminal 2.

[0056] In this embodiment, the measuring device 3 is attached to the subject H1 in a contact state, with the housing 341 (see Figure 7) of the measuring device 3 in contact with the subject H1's torso, such as the abdomen. In other words, the temperature sensor 322 measures the body temperature of the subject H1's torso. The temperature sensor 322 is, for example, a thermistor, thermocouple, or thermopile. In terms of usage, the subject H1 attaches it inside their clothing, such as on their abdomen, before going to sleep. By using the equilibrium temperature during sleep as the representative temperature, the low-temperature and high-temperature periods can be accurately distinguished. Note that the highest temperature during sleep is often the equilibrium temperature. The temperature of the wrist or fingertips may also be measured with the measuring device 3, but since the extremities are more affected by the ambient temperature, it is more desirable to measure the temperature of the torso with the measuring device 3. By using the measuring device 3 as an in-clothing thermometer, body temperature can be measured more easily compared to using a women's thermometer, which requires measuring the temperature inside the mouth at the same time every day. Furthermore, to improve the accuracy of the measurement, core body temperature may be measured using the measurement device 3.

[0057] The processing unit 34 primarily consists of a computer system having one or more processors and memory. The functions of the processing unit 34 are realized when the processor of the computer system executes a program recorded in the memory or storage unit 33 of the computer system. The program may be recorded in the memory or storage unit 33, provided via a telecommunication line such as the Internet, or provided on a non-temporary recording medium such as a memory card.

[0058] The processing unit 34 associates the measurement information from the acceleration sensor 321 and the temperature sensor 322 with the time information and stores it in the storage unit 33 as measurement information in a time series.

[0059] Furthermore, the processing unit 34 periodically, or when it receives a transmission instruction from the mobile terminal 2, controls the communication unit 31 to transmit measurement information in chronological order to the mobile terminal 2.

[0060] Next, the structure of the measuring device 3 will be described with reference to Figures 5 to 10. The arrows indicating directions in Figures 4 to 6 are examples only and are not intended to define the direction in which the measuring device 3 is used. Furthermore, the arrows indicating directions in Figures 4 to 6 are merely illustrative and do not represent actual objects. In Figures 4 and 5, the vertical direction is the direction along the height direction of subject H1 when the measuring device 3 is attached to the torso of subject H1. The left-right direction in Figures 4 to 6 is the direction perpendicular to the vertical direction, and is the direction perpendicular to the height direction of subject H1 (width direction) when the measuring device 3 is attached to the torso of subject H1. The front-back direction in Figure 6 is the direction perpendicular to both the vertical and left-right directions. Note that "orthogonal (perpendicular)" as used in this disclosure includes not only a state where the angle between two objects is exactly 90 degrees, but also a state where two objects intersect within a certain range of difference. In other words, the angle between two orthogonal objects falls within a certain range of difference from 90 degrees (for example, 10 degrees or less). That is, "orthogonal" as used in this disclosure includes cases where the angle between the two objects is between 80 degrees and 100 degrees.

[0061] As shown in Figures 5 and 6, the measuring device 3 has a flattened elliptical shape. The measuring device 3 further comprises a housing 341 and a cover 342. The housing 341 and the cover 342 face each other in the front-to-back direction. The upper end of the cover 342 is attached to the upper end of the housing 341 in a manner that allows the cover 342 to rotate relative to the housing 341. The lower end of the cover 342 is attached, for example by a spring, so that it faces the housing 341. In this way, the measuring device 3 can be attached to the torso of the subject H1 by sandwiching clothing H2, such as shorts, between the housing 341 and the cover 342.

[0062] As shown in Figure 6, the top surface of the housing 341 is provided with operation buttons 348 and 349, and a light-emitting unit 350, such as an LED. The top surface of the housing faces the face of the subject H1 when the measuring device 3 is attached to the torso of the subject H1. This has the advantage that the subject H1 can easily operate the operation buttons 348 and 349 and easily see the light-emitting unit 350.

[0063] As shown in Figure 7, a projection 346 is formed at the lower end of the front surface 343 of the housing 341, protruding forward. Additionally, a recess 347 is formed at the lower end of the rear surface of the cover 342. The recess 347 is positioned to correspond to the projection 346. By sandwiching the garment H2 between the projection 346 and the recess 347, the measuring device 3 can be attached to the garment H2 more securely.

[0064] As shown in Figure 8, a recess 345 is formed on the rear surface 344 of the housing 341. This has the advantage of making it easier for the subject H1's fingers to grip the housing 341, and for the subject H1 to attach and detach the measuring device 3.

[0065] As shown in Figure 9, the housing 341 further includes a battery holder 351. The battery holder 351 is a battery holder for a button cell battery. The battery holder 351 is configured to be removable from an opening 352 formed on the lower surface of the housing 341.

[0066] As shown in Figure 10, the measuring device 3 includes a circuit board 353 on which an acceleration sensor 321 and a temperature sensor 322 are mounted. The circuit board 353 is housed in the housing 341 so as to be sandwiched between the front surface 343 and the rear surface 344 of the housing 341. In other words, the housing 341 houses the acceleration sensor 321 and the temperature sensor 322. The front surface of the circuit board 353 faces the front surface 343 of the housing 341, and the rear surface of the circuit board 353 faces the rear surface 344 of the housing 341. The acceleration sensor 321 is mounted on the front surface of the circuit board 353, and the temperature sensor 322 is mounted on the rear surface of the circuit board 353. The acceleration sensor 321 and the temperature sensor 322 are mounted on the center line L1 of the circuit board 353 in the left-right direction. In other words, the acceleration sensor 321 and the temperature sensor 322 are located in the central part of the housing 341 in a predetermined direction (left-right direction). The predetermined direction is the direction perpendicular to the height direction (up and down direction) of the subject H1 when the measuring device 3 is attached to the torso of the subject H1. By positioning the acceleration sensor 321 and the temperature sensor 322 in the central part in the left-right direction, measurement errors due to misalignment, such as whether the measuring device 3 is attached to the left or right side of the subject H1's navel, can be reduced.

[0067] In this embodiment, the temperature sensor 322 is positioned at the lower end (or near the lower end) of the rear surface 344 of the housing 341. When the measuring device 3 is sandwiched between the clothing H2 of the subject H1, such as shorts, the upper end of the housing 341 may move away from the subject H1's torso if the clothing H2 loosens. By positioning the temperature sensor 322 at the lower end of the housing 341, it can maintain contact with the subject H1's torso even if the clothing H2 loosens, thereby reducing measurement errors due to misalignment of the measuring device 3.

[0068] An electrode 354 is provided on the front surface of the circuit board 353. In this embodiment, the electrode 354 is the negative terminal. The electrode 354 also functions as a leaf spring, applying force to the battery holder 351 to push it out of the housing 341 when removing the battery holder 351 from the opening 352 of the housing 341. This has the advantage of making it easier to remove the battery holder 351.

[0069] (2.3) Server As shown in Figure 1, the server 1 comprises a communication unit 11, a storage unit 12, and a processing unit 13.

[0070] The communication unit 11 includes a communication interface configured to communicate with the communication unit 21 of the mobile terminal 2. In this embodiment, the communication unit 11 communicates with the communication unit 21 of the mobile terminal 2, for example, via the internet.

[0071] The storage unit 12 is an electrically rewritable semiconductor memory such as flash memory, ROM, RAM, or EEPROM. Note that the storage unit 12 is not limited to semiconductor memory; it may also be a hard disk drive or the like. The storage unit 12 stores the menstrual cycle information and measurement information of the subject H1 received from the mobile terminal 2.

[0072] The processing unit 13 primarily consists of a computer system having one or more processors and memory. The functions of the processing unit 13 are realized when the computer system's processor executes a program recorded in the computer system's memory or storage unit 12. The program may be recorded in the memory or storage unit 12, provided via a telecommunication line such as the Internet, or provided on a non-temporary recording medium such as a memory card.

[0073] The processing unit 13 includes an acquisition unit 131, an estimation unit 132, and an output unit 133.

[0074] The acquisition unit 131 acquires various information about the subject H1 from the mobile terminal 2. In other words, the acquisition unit 131 in this embodiment performs acquisition steps (menstrual information acquisition step, measurement information acquisition step, body shape information acquisition step, physical condition information acquisition step, correction information acquisition step, and activity level information acquisition step).

[0075] For example, the acquisition unit 131 acquires menstrual information from the mobile terminal 2 (menstrual information acquisition step). The menstrual information includes information on at least one of the start date and end date of menstruation for subject H1, and cycle information of subject H1's menstrual cycle.

[0076] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 131 acquires time-series measurement information, including the subject H1's body movement information and body temperature information, from the mobile terminal 2 (measurement information acquisition step). In other words, the acquisition unit 131 acquires measurement information, including the subject H1's body movement information and body temperature information, from the measurement device 3 via the mobile terminal 2. However, the body temperature information may be operation information input by the subject H1 through operations on the operation unit 23 of the mobile terminal 2. Also, at least one of the body movement information and body temperature information may be information acquired from a measurement device other than the measurement device 3, for example, via the mobile terminal 2.

[0077] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 131 acquires body shape information regarding the body shape of the subject H1 from the mobile terminal 2 (body shape information acquisition step). The body shape information is operation information entered by the subject H1 through operations on the operation unit 23 of the mobile terminal 2. However, the body shape information may also be measurement information acquired from a measuring device such as a weighing scale, for example, via the mobile terminal 2.

[0078] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 131 acquires health information regarding the subject H1's physical condition from the mobile terminal 2 (health information acquisition step). The health information is operation information entered by the subject H1 through operations on the operation unit 23 of the mobile terminal 2.

[0079] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 131 acquires at least one of the correction information for correcting the subject H1's sleep onset time and correction information for correcting the subject H1's wake-up time from the mobile terminal 2 (correction information acquisition step). The correction information is operation information entered by the subject H1 through operations on the operation unit 23 of the mobile terminal 2. However, the correction information may also be information acquired from a measuring device other than the measuring device 3, for example, via the mobile terminal 2.

[0080] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 131 acquires correction information from the mobile terminal 2 to correct the body temperature information of the subject H1 (correction information acquisition step). The correction information is operation information entered by the subject H1 through operations on the operation unit 23 of the mobile terminal 2. However, the correction information may also be information acquired from a measuring device other than the measuring device 3, for example, via the mobile terminal 2.

[0081] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 131 acquires activity level information related to the activity level of the subject H1 (activity level information acquisition step). In this embodiment, the acquisition unit 131 acquires step count information related to the number of steps taken by the subject H1 as activity level information from the mobile terminal 2. The step count information is operation information input by the subject H1, for example, by operating the operation unit 23 of the mobile terminal 2. However, the step count information may be information obtained by measuring the number of steps taken by the subject H1 using the measuring device 3, or it may be information obtained by a pedometer (measuring device) other than the measuring device 3.

[0082] The estimation unit 132 estimates the physical condition indicators of subject H1 based on the menstrual information, measurement information, and body shape information acquired by the acquisition unit 131 (estimation step). This improves the accuracy of the physical condition indicators displayed on the display unit 22. However, the estimation unit 132 may estimate the physical condition indicators of subject H1 based only on the menstrual information. In this embodiment, the estimation unit 132 determines a menstrual cycle score based on the menstrual information and estimates the physical condition indicators (physical condition score) based on the menstrual cycle score. More specifically, the estimation unit 132 in this embodiment estimates the physical condition indicators based on the menstrual cycle score, the sleep score (sleep indicator) described later, the body shape score described later, and the activity level score described later. In other words, the physical condition score is a score that represents the overall physical condition of subject H1 on a given day, based on the menstrual cycle phase to which the target day (the day for which the physical condition score is to be estimated) belongs, and the sleep state on that day. Furthermore, if body shape information such as weight and body fat percentage is input, the estimation unit 132 of this embodiment also takes body shape information into consideration when scoring the physical condition. The estimation unit 132 calculates each score based on the data items (information) corresponding to the target day from the measured data (measurement information) and input data (operation information), and calculates the physical condition score by summing the calculated scores at a predetermined ratio. The display control system 100 displays the physical condition score, allowing the subject H1 to intuitively understand the changes in their physical condition accompanying the progression of their menstrual cycle.

[0083] The estimation unit 132 estimates the next menstrual start date for subject H1 based on menstrual information. Next, the estimation unit 132 estimates the progression of menstrual cycle phases until the next menstrual start date. Menstrual cycle phases include "menstrual phase," "follicular phase," "early luteal phase," and "late luteal phase." In this embodiment, "menstrual cycle phase" refers to "menstrual phase," "follicular phase," "early luteal phase," or "late luteal phase," but it may also refer to a part of the menstrual cycle such as "estimated ovulation day," "fertile period," "bleeding period," or "low-temperature / high-temperature phase."

[0084] In this embodiment, the estimation unit 132 further uses body temperature information included in the measurement information when estimating the menstrual cycle phase. Specifically, the estimation unit 132 estimates the high-temperature or low-temperature phase of subject H1 based on the body temperature information and uses this to estimate the menstrual cycle phase. For example, the estimation unit 132 determines that subject H1 has entered the high-temperature phase when a temperature increase of a certain amount or more is observed compared to the body temperature during the low-temperature phase. By estimating the menstrual cycle phase based on body temperature information, the accuracy of estimating indicators of physical condition can be improved. The length of each menstrual cycle phase changes according to the body temperature information, and the length of the image G23 (see Figure 21) representing the menstrual cycle phase displayed on the display unit 22 also changes.

[0085] The estimation unit 132 then estimates the physical condition indicators of subject H1 for each day, focusing on the timing (date) of the estimation process, the start date of the previous menstruation, or the period from the end of the previous menstruation to the start date of the next menstruation. The estimation unit 132 determines the menstrual cycle phase corresponding to the day being estimated, and determines the menstrual cycle score for the day based on the determined menstrual cycle phase. For example, the estimation unit 132 determines the menstrual cycle score for the day based on a table that associates menstrual cycle phases with physical condition indicators. The follicular phase is generally considered a time when physical condition is good, and the menstrual phase is generally considered a time when physical condition is poor. For example, in a table that associates menstrual cycle phases with physical condition indicators, the menstrual cycle score is set relatively high for the follicular phase and relatively low for the menstrual phase.

[0086] The estimation unit 132 estimates the sleep state of subject H1 for each sleep period based on the body movement information included in the measurement information. Here, the sleep period is the period from when subject H1 goes to bed until when they wake up. In this disclosure, "going to bed" means that subject H1 lies down in an attempt to sleep, and is different from "falling asleep," which is when subject H1 actually falls asleep. Based on the body movement information included in the measurement information sent from the server 1, the estimation unit 132 estimates the length of the sleep period, the length of time spent lying down, the length of time spent sleeping, the length of time spent sleeping soundly, the midpoint of sleep, and the sleep efficiency for each sleep period of subject H1. Here, "time spent lying down" in this disclosure is the total time that the estimation unit 132 determined to be in a lying-down state during one sleep period ("total time spent lying down" in Figure 29). In other words, the time spent lying down is the sleep period minus the time spent out of bed. In other words, in the example in Figure 29, the total time spent lying down was 7 hours and 51 minutes, and the sleep duration was 7 hours and 55 minutes (7 hours 51 minutes + 4 minutes). Also, "sleep time" is the total time between the time of falling asleep and the time of waking up. In other words, in the example in Figure 29, the sleep time is 7 hours and 48 minutes. "Time spent sleeping soundly" is the total time that the estimation unit 132 determined to be a sleep state. This is the time obtained by subtracting the time spent getting out of bed and the time spent waking up or dozing from the sleep time. In other words, in the example in Figure 29, the time spent sleeping soundly is 7 hours and 15 minutes, which is the sleep time (7 hours and 48 minutes) minus the time spent getting out of bed (4 minutes) and the time spent waking up or dozing (29 minutes). Also, sleep efficiency is the ratio of the sleep time to the time spent sleeping (time spent sleeping soundly). Also, the midpoint of sleep is the midpoint between the time of falling asleep and the time of waking up.

[0087] The estimation unit 132 determines whether subject H1 is asleep or awake at predetermined intervals (for example, every minute) based on the body movement information included in the received measurement information. The estimation unit 132 then determines that subject H1 has fallen asleep if it has determined that subject H1 is asleep a predetermined number of times or more. At least one of the time subject H1 falls asleep and wakes up may be entered by subject H1 by operating a mobile terminal 2 or the like.

[0088] The estimation unit 132 determines a sleep volume score, which is quantitative information related to the amount of sleep. For example, the estimation unit 132 determines whether subject H1 is in a sleep state or a wakeful state at predetermined intervals (for example, every minute) based on the body movement information included in the received measurement information. The estimation unit 132 then takes the total time during which the subject is determined to be in a sleep state as the sleep time ("time spent sleeping soundly" in Figure 29). The estimation unit 132 then determines the sleep volume score based on a pre-prepared correspondence table (table) between sleep time and sleep volume score. Note that the sleep volume score can be any score related to the length of time spent sleeping, such as the sleep time entered by subject H1, and is not limited to what is obtained from the measurement information as described above.

[0089] Furthermore, the estimation unit 132 determines a sleep quality score, which is quality information related to the quality of sleep. For example, the estimation unit 132 determines whether subject H1 is in a sleep state or a wakeful state at predetermined intervals (for example, every minute) from the body movement information included in the measurement information sent from server 1, and calculates the sleep efficiency. Then, the estimation unit 132 determines the sleep quality score based on a pre-prepared correspondence table (table) between sleep efficiency and sleep quality score. Note that the sleep quality score can be any score obtained using parameters related to sleep depth, and is not limited to the method described above.

[0090] Furthermore, the estimation unit 132 determines a sleep rhythm score, which is rhythm information related to the sleep rhythm. For example, the estimation unit 132 calculates the difference in time between the mid-sleep point on the target day and the mid-sleep point on the previous day. Then, it determines the sleep rhythm score based on a pre-prepared correspondence table (table) between the difference in time between mid-sleep points and the sleep rhythm score. Note that the sleep rhythm score may also be determined using parameters such as the frequency of changes between sleep and wakefulness states, or the regularity of changes between sleep and wakefulness states, and is not limited to the method of determining it using the mid-sleep point as described above.

[0091] The estimation unit 132 determines the sleep score for the target day based on the determined sleep rhythm score, sleep volume score, and sleep quality score. For example, the estimation unit 132 determines the sleep score by applying a predetermined weight to each score and averaging them. This improves the accuracy of the physical condition indicators displayed on the display unit 22. However, the estimation unit 132 may determine the sleep score from at least one of the determined sleep rhythm score, sleep volume score, and sleep quality score. Alternatively, the estimation unit 132 may determine the sleep score from at least two of the determined sleep rhythm score, sleep volume score, and sleep quality score.

[0092] The estimation unit 132 determines the body type score (weight and body composition score) of subject H1 based on body type information. In this embodiment, the body type information includes information on weight and body fat percentage. Based on the body type information, the estimation unit 132 determines the body type score of subject H1 by obtaining, for example, BMI (body mass index), weight fluctuations, etc. For example, the body type score becomes lower as the BMI increases above a predetermined value.

[0093] The estimation unit 132 determines the activity level score of subject H1 based on the step count information. For example, the activity level score is higher the more steps taken.

[0094] The estimation unit 132 estimates the sleep state of subject H1 based on time-series measurement information, including body movement information. The sleep state includes the out-of-bed state, where subject H1 is out of bed, and the reclining state, where subject H1 is lying down. The sleep state also includes subject H1's sleeping posture and subject H1's physical state while sleeping. The sleeping posture includes four states: "on back," "on stomach," "left side down," and "right side down." The physical state while sleeping includes the sleep state, where subject H1 is asleep, and the awake state, where subject H1 is awake. The physical state while sleeping also includes subject H1's body temperature. The body temperature includes the high-temperature phase and the low-temperature phase. The physical state while sleeping also includes subject H1's sleep depth (or lightness of sleep). Furthermore, the physical condition during sleep may include the respiratory status of subject H1, or the sweating status of subject H1, etc.

[0095] The estimation unit 132 estimates whether subject H1 is out of bed or lying down based on time-series measurement information including body movement information. In this disclosure, as described above, the total time during which the estimation unit 132 determines that the subject is lying down during a single sleeping period is the lying-down time ("total time lying down" in Figure 29).

[0096] The estimation unit 132 estimates the sleeping posture of subject H1 based on time-series measurement information, including body movement information. In this embodiment, the sleeping posture is the sleeping posture when subject H1 is lying down and asleep.

[0097] The estimation unit 132 estimates whether subject H1 is in a sleeping state or an awake state based on time-series measurement information, including body movement information. Furthermore, if the estimation unit 132 estimates that subject H1 is awake and also estimates that subject H1 is out of bed, it determines that subject H1 is out of bed.

[0098] The estimation unit 132 estimates whether subject H1 is in the high-temperature phase or the low-temperature phase based on time-series measurement information, including body temperature information. If the estimation unit 132 estimates that subject H1 has transitioned from the low-temperature phase to the high-temperature phase, it detects the day of the high-temperature transition for subject H1 (detection step). In other words, the estimation unit 132 detects the day of the high-temperature transition for subject H1 based on measurement information, including body temperature information (detection step). Furthermore, the estimation unit 132 estimates whether the high-temperature phase has continued for a predetermined period. After detecting the high-temperature transition, the estimation unit 132 corrects (updates) the information on the predicted menstruation start date and the predicted ovulation date, which will be described later.

[0099] The output unit 133 transmits screen information to be displayed on the display unit 22 of the mobile terminal 2, based on the operation information of the operation on the operation unit 23 of the mobile terminal 2 and the estimation result of the estimation unit 132. In other words, the output unit 133 functions as a display control unit. That is, the output unit 133 is the entity that executes the display control steps (first display control step, second display control step, and third display control step).

[0100] (2.4) Mobile devices As shown in Figure 1, the mobile terminal 2 comprises a communication unit 21, a display unit 22, an operation unit 23, a storage unit 24, and a processing unit 25.

[0101] The communication unit 21 includes a communication interface configured to communicate with the communication unit 31 of the measuring device 3, and a communication interface configured to communicate with the communication unit 11 of the server 1.

[0102] The display unit 22 displays a screen showing various information. The operation unit 23 receives user input. In this embodiment, the display unit 22 and the operation unit 23 are composed of touch panel displays. In other words, the operation unit 23 receives user input for the screen displayed on the display unit 22.

[0103] The memory unit 24 is an electrically rewritable semiconductor memory such as flash memory, ROM, RAM, or EEPROM. The memory unit 24 is not limited to semiconductor memory; it may also be a hard disk drive or the like. The memory unit 24 stores measurement information received from the measuring device 3, as well as menstrual information, body shape information, and physical condition information entered through operations on the operation unit 23.

[0104] The processing unit 25 primarily consists of a computer system having one or more processors and memory. The functions of the processing unit 25 are realized when the processor of the computer system executes a program (or application) recorded in the memory or storage unit 24 of the computer system. The program may be recorded in the memory or storage unit 24, provided via a telecommunication line such as the Internet, or provided on a non-temporary recording medium such as a memory card.

[0105] The processing unit 25 includes an acquisition unit 251, a display control unit 252, and an output unit 253.

[0106] The acquisition unit 251 acquires measurement information from the measuring device 3. The acquisition unit 251 also acquires the subject H1's menstrual cycle information, body shape information, and physical condition information, etc., based on the subject H1's actions on the operation unit 23.

[0107] For example, the acquisition unit 251 acquires menstrual information based on an operation on the operation unit 23 (menstrual information acquisition step).

[0108] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 251 acquires time-series measurement information, including body movement information and body temperature information of the subject H1, from the mobile terminal 2 (measurement information acquisition step). However, the body temperature information may be operation information entered by the subject H1 through operation on the operation unit 23 of the mobile terminal 2. Also, at least one of the body movement information and body temperature information may be information acquired from a measurement device other than the measurement device 3.

[0109] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 251 acquires body shape information about the subject H1 based on the operation of the operation unit 23 (body shape information acquisition step). However, the body shape information may also be measurement information acquired from a measuring device such as a weighing scale.

[0110] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 251 acquires health information regarding the physical condition of the subject H1 based on the operation of the operation unit 23 (health information acquisition step). However, the correction information may be information acquired from a measuring device other than the measuring device 3.

[0111] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 251 acquires at least one of the correction information for correcting the sleep onset time and the correction information for correcting the wake-up time of the subject H1 based on the operation of the operation unit 23 (correction information acquisition step). However, the correction information may be information acquired from a measuring device other than the measuring device 3.

[0112] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 251 acquires correction information to modify the body temperature information of the subject H1 based on the operation of the operation unit 23 (correction information acquisition step). However, the correction information may be information acquired from a measuring device other than the measuring device 3.

[0113] Furthermore, the acquisition unit 251 acquires activity level information regarding the activity level of the subject H1 (activity level information acquisition step). In this embodiment, the acquisition unit 251 acquires step count information regarding the number of steps taken by the subject H1 as activity level information, for example, based on an operation on the operation unit 23. The step count information may be information obtained by measuring the number of steps taken by the subject H1 using the measuring device 3, or it may be information obtained by a pedometer (measuring device) other than the measuring device 3.

[0114] The output unit 253 controls the communication unit 21 to transmit each piece of information acquired by the acquisition unit 251 to the server 1.

[0115] The display control unit 252 controls the display unit 22 based on operations performed on the operation unit 23, causing the display unit 22 to display a screen. The display control unit 252 also controls the display unit 22 based on screen information transmitted from the output unit 133 of the server 1, causing the display unit 22 to display a screen. In other words, the display control unit 252 executes display control steps (first display control step, second display control step, third display control step) to display a screen on the display unit 22 based on the information acquired by the acquisition unit 251. In the display control steps, the measured values ​​acquired by the acquisition unit 251 may be displayed, or information calculated by the server 1 based on the measured values ​​may be displayed.

[0116] The following describes the screens D1 to D32 that the display control unit 252 displays on the display unit 22, with reference to Figures 11 to 47.

[0117] Screen D1 in Figure 11 is the screen displayed on the display unit 22 when subject H1 uses the display control system 100 for the first time. Screen D1 is displayed, for example, when the application is launched for the first time. Screen D1 is a screen for inputting subject H1's menstrual information. Buttons B1 to B3 are located on screen D1. Button B1 is for inputting the start date of the previous menstruation (period start date). Button B2 is for inputting subject H1's average menstrual cycle (period cycle). Button B3 is for inputting subject H1's average menstrual period (period duration). By inputting menstrual information by operating buttons B1 to B3, subject H1's health index (health score) based on the menstrual information is estimated. A button for inputting the end date of the previous menstruation (period end date) may also be located on screen D1.

[0118] Screen D2 in Figure 12 is the home screen of the application in this embodiment. Screen D2 includes display areas R1 to R5.

[0119] Display area R1 displays date information (calendar information). Subject H1 can change the target date for the health indicator by performing operations such as tapping on the date in the calendar displayed in display area R1. For example, by operating on the calendar displayed in display area R1, the user can transition from screen D2, which displays the health indicator for "October 23rd" as the target date as shown in Figure 12, to screen D2, which displays the health indicator for "November 30th" as the target date as shown in Figure 13. Alternatively, swiping right on display area R2 in Figure 12 may transition to the health indicator display for the day after the target date, or swiping left may transition to the health indicator display for the day before the target date. Furthermore, tapping the "Today" button in display area R1 may jump to the health indicator display for the current day.

[0120] The display area R1 is controlled to display information obtained from or predicted from the menstrual cycle, such as the start date of menstruation, the duration of menstruation, the predicted date of ovulation (see image G51), and the fertile period (see image G5).

[0121] Display area R2 shows image G1, which indicates the health status of subject H1. Image G1 includes a numerical value indicating the health score, an arrow indicating whether the health score is rising or falling since the target date, and a circular shape indicating the level of the health score using color and size. The numerical value, arrow, and shape included in image G1 all indicate health indicators. The numerical value, arrow, and shape included in image G1 change according to the health score value. For example, if the health score is good (relatively high), a warm-colored image G1 is displayed, and if the health score is poor (relatively low), a cool-colored image G1 is displayed. In addition, if the health score is on an upward trend compared to the most recent past, an upward-pointing or right-sloping arrow or similar shape may be displayed near the health score number, and if the health score is on a downward trend, a downward-pointing or right-sloping arrow or similar shape may be displayed near the health score number. By changing the display of image G1 according to the health score value, the meaning of the health score becomes easier for subject H1 to understand visually.

[0122] Display area R3 displays a message corresponding to the health indicator displayed on screen D2, and advice corresponding to the health indicator. In other words, the display control method causes the health indicator and the message corresponding to the health indicator to be displayed on the display unit 22 (first display control step). The display control method also causes the health indicator and at least one of the message and advice corresponding to the health indicator to be displayed on the display unit 22 (first display control step).

[0123] The message corresponding to the health indicator is selected based on the estimated health indicator, and may include content such as "This is a time when you might feel a bit unwell, so take care of yourself today." The message corresponding to the health indicator is a statement about the factual information measured by the measurement device 3. The display area R3 may be configured to display messages related to high-priority measurement information. For example, if the target day is the first day of each menstrual cycle phase, the message corresponding to that menstrual cycle phase will be displayed as a message related to high-priority measurement information. Also, if there have been consecutive days of sleep deprivation, a message as an alert about sleep debt will be displayed as a message related to high-priority measurement information. Note that the message as an alert about sleep debt may not be displayed consecutively for multiple days.

[0124] For example, advice corresponding to health indicators is wording that indicates advice corresponding to messages related to health indicators, such as "A day to take care of yourself" or "A day to push yourself." Alternatively, advice corresponding to health indicators may also be wording that corresponds to health indicators (health scores).

[0125] In the display area R3 of this embodiment, messages corresponding to health indicators are displayed before (or above) advice. However, advice corresponding to health indicators may be displayed before (or above) the messages. The messages and advice corresponding to health indicators can instantly convey to the subject H1 their health condition and how they spent their day, and can also support the interpretation of each score, such as the health score.

[0126] Multiple images G2 are displayed in the display area R4. Each of the multiple images G2 shows information about the subject H1's physical condition. The information about physical condition is based on menstrual information and measurement information, etc. In the example in Figure 12, an image G2 showing the sleep score (sleep indicator), an image G2 showing the menstrual cycle phase (cycle stage), and an image G2 showing the likelihood of conception are displayed. In other words, the screen D2 displays both the physical condition indicator and the sleep indicator. To put it another way, in the display control step of this embodiment, the sleep indicator and the physical condition indicator of subject H1, estimated from at least one of the following pieces of information—quantitative information about the amount of sleep, quality information about the quality of sleep, and rhythm information about the sleep rhythm—are displayed on the display unit 22.

[0127] Furthermore, by scrolling the display area R4 horizontally, images G2 showing the number of days until the next menstrual period, images G2 showing whether or not it is a good time to diet, etc., will be displayed in the display area R4. Each image G2 includes numbers indicating scores, etc., and a circular meter indicating the level of the scores, etc. The information such as scores may be displayed in any order desired by the subject H1. For example, multiple images G2 displayed in the display area R4 will be displayed in any order desired by the subject H1 in response to actions by the subject H1, such as dragging.

[0128] Buttons B4 to B8 are located in the display area R5. Buttons B4 to B8 are for selecting the category of screen to be displayed on the display unit 22. Image G3 shows which category of screen is currently displayed. Button B4 is for displaying the performance screen (home screen). Button B5 is for displaying the calendar screen. In the example in Figure 12, screen D2 is the performance screen. Button B6 is for displaying the graph screen. Button B7 is for displaying the report screen. Button B8 is for displaying the advice screen.

[0129] Furthermore, button B9 is located on screen D12. When button B9 is operated, screen D2 transitions to screen D5 (see Figure 16), and screen D5 is displayed on the display unit 22. Screen D5 is an input screen for entering the latest menstrual information, body temperature information measured by the subject H1 using, for example, a thermometer other than the measuring device 3, body type information, correction information for sleep onset time and wake-up time, and physical condition information. Details of screen D5 will be described later.

[0130] Screen D3 in Figure 14 is displayed by scrolling down screen D2 shown in Figures 12 and 13. In other words, after the user checks the "overall health indicator score" for the first predetermined period (day) on screen D2, they can then continue to check the breakdown of the "overall health indicator score" on screen D3. However, screen D3 may also be a screen that is accessed after a specific operation is performed on screen D2.

[0131] Screen D3 displays bar-shaped meters (barometers) showing menstrual cycle score, sleep volume score, sleep quality score, sleep rhythm score, activity level score, and body shape score. Furthermore, screen D3 displays messages related to each score. These scores (barometers) are a display that organizes objective data (measurement results) in a way that is easy for the user to understand (confirm).

[0132] These scores are all indicators of physical condition during a first predetermined period (e.g., one day), and it is preferable to control the display area R1 to remain visible even while screen D3 is displayed so that it is clear which period is being referred to. Messages (such as "period of lethargy" and "complete sleep deprivation" in Figure 14) are linked to each score based on its quality, helping to understand one's physical condition. Although six types of scores are shown as examples in Figure 14, other physical condition indicators may be added. This display control makes it easier to grasp which elements of physical condition are problematic.

[0133] Furthermore, screen D3 contains buttons B10, each corresponding to a score. When a button B10 is operated, screen D4 (see Figure 15) pops up, displaying detailed information about the score corresponding to the operated button B10. In other words, if a user wants to check each score in more detail, they can tap each button B10 to display (or hide) a detailed screen (popup) showing the details of each score. This allows the user to successively display or hide the detailed screens they want to check. For example, when the button B10 corresponding to the menstrual cycle score is operated, a detailed information screen (screen D4) as shown in Figure 15 is displayed on the display unit 22. It is preferable to control the display area R1 in Figure 12 to remain displayed even while screen D4 is being displayed.

[0134] Screen D4 displays detailed information related to the menstrual cycle score, including body temperature, predicted ovulation date, and predicted menstruation start date. Subject H1 can input corrective information to modify body temperature (body temperature information) by performing a specified operation, such as tapping, on the "Temperature" field in Screen D4.

[0135] Similarly, operating button B10, which is associated with sleep duration, displays a detailed sleep duration screen (screen D22) as shown in Figure 29.

[0136] The screen D22 shown in Figure 29 includes display area R32 and display area R22. Table G29 is displayed in display area R32. Table G29 shows the time of falling asleep and the time of waking up, based on measurement information. In other words, the display control method has a display control step that causes the time of falling asleep and the time of waking up to be displayed on the display unit 22. The display control system 100 also acquires correction information to correct the time of falling asleep and correction information to correct the time of waking up based on operations on Table G29. Then, in Table G29, the time of falling asleep shown in Table G29 is changed based on the correction information for the time of falling asleep. Also, in Table G29, the time of waking up shown in Table G29 is changed based on the correction information for the time of waking up. In other words, in the display control step, the time of falling asleep shown on the display unit 22 is changed based on the correction information for the time of falling asleep acquired in the correction information acquisition step. Also, in the display control step, the time of waking up shown on the display unit 22 is changed based on the correction information for the time of waking up acquired in the correction information acquisition step. This allows for correction of the sleep onset time and wake-up time if there is a discrepancy between the sleep onset time and wake-up time perceived by subject H1 based on the measurement information.

[0137] The display area R22 displays the table G19. Table G19 is a table related to sleep duration. Table G19 is a table showing sleep state, wakefulness, getting out of bed, and lying down state based on measurement information. In other words, the display control method has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display the table G19 showing sleep state, wakefulness, getting out of bed, and lying down state based on measurement information. Table G19 shows the total time spent in each state of sleep state, wakefulness, getting out of bed, and lying down state for each sleep period. This allows information regarding sleep state, wakefulness, getting out of bed, and lying down state to be displayed in an easily viewable manner, and enables a more effective display of sleep information for subject H1.

[0138] Similarly, operating button B10 (see Figure 14), which is associated with sleep quality, displays a detailed information screen about sleep quality (screen D14), as shown in Figure 30.

[0139] The screen D14 shown in Figure 30 includes the display area R23. Display area R23 displays tables G20 and G16 (partially omitted in Figure 30, see Figure 27). Table G20 is a table related to sleep quality. Here, sleep quality is a broad concept, and there are multiple different definitions even among experts. Table G20 displays representative values ​​that aggregate sleep and wakefulness states, such as sleep efficiency and the number of awakenings and drowsiness during the night, and also displays the number of times the person moved (which can also be the number of times they turned over in their sleep) and the number of times they got out of bed, which are easily remembered. Table G16 classifies sleeping positions into two or more categories (on their back, on their stomach, lower left, lower right, undetermined) and displays the aggregated values ​​for each in a list. The display of sleep quality is not limited to what is included in tables G20 and G16. Sleep states can be classified into "unstable sleep (normal sleep)" and "stable sleep" (see Figures 50 and 51), and the aggregated values ​​for each can be displayed in a list. Alternatively, sleep states can be classified into "light sleep" and "deep sleep" (see Figure 52), and the aggregated values ​​for each can be displayed in a list.

[0140] As mentioned above, "sleep efficiency" is the percentage of the total time spent in a sleep state during the sleep period. "Mid-sleep awakenings and dozing" is the total time and number of times spent in an awakened state during the sleep period. "Stable sleep" refers to intervals where, for example, no body movement was detected. "Deep sleep" is generally a sleep state determined by the appearance of slow waves in electroencephalography, but it also refers to intervals where, for example, the waveform and peak number changes of respiratory components, which appear in body movements, fall below a certain threshold.

[0141] Similarly, pressing button B10 (see Figure 14), which is associated with the sleep rhythm, displays a screen with detailed information about the sleep rhythm (figure omitted).

[0142] Similarly, pressing button B10 (see Figure 14), which is associated with the activity level, displays a screen showing detailed information about the activity level (figure omitted).

[0143] Similarly, pressing button B10 (see Figure 14), which is associated with weight and body composition, will display a screen showing detailed information about weight and body composition (figure omitted). As shown in Figure 15, to facilitate transitions between detail screens, each detail screen (screens D4, D14, and D22) has buttons B18 and B19 that allow direct jumps to other detail screens. For example, in the "Temperature / Cycle" section of screen D4 shown in Figure 15, "<" is button B18 and ">" is button B19. Tapping button B19 jumps to the detail screen for sleep duration, which is the next item in the list of health indicators in Figure 14, "Health Barometer".

[0144] Similarly, tapping button B19 on screen D22, which is the detailed sleep quantity screen shown in Figure 29, will jump to screen D14, which is the detailed sleep quality screen shown in Figure 30. Tapping button B18 on screen D22 will jump to screen D4, which is the detailed temperature / cycle screen shown in Figure 15.

[0145] Alternatively, the display control may be configured to perform the same screen transitions by "swiping the screen left" instead of button B18, and by "swiping the screen right" instead of button B19.

[0146] As described above, by structuring the display into a single display including bar-shaped meters and score-related messages, and individual detail screens, and by controlling the display so that transitions between the single display and each detail screen, and between each detail screen, can be performed in a single action, information about physical condition, which has many contributing factors, can be displayed in an easy-to-understand manner.

[0147] Screen D5 in Figure 16 is an input screen for subject H1 to enter various pieces of information. Screen D5 includes display areas R6, R7, R8, and R55. Buttons B11 and B12 are located in display area R6. Button B11 is for updating menstrual information by entering the latest menstrual start date. When subject H1 actually starts menstruating, they will update their menstrual information by operating button B11 to enter the latest menstrual start date. Button B12 is for updating menstrual information by entering the latest menstrual end date. When subject H1 actually ends menstruating, they will update their menstrual information by operating button B12 to enter the latest menstrual end date.

[0148] Display area R7 is an area for inputting body temperature information, body shape information, sleep onset time information, and wake-up time information. Subject H1 can input body temperature information, body shape information, sleep onset time information, and wake-up time information by performing predetermined operations on display area R7 (each acquisition step). Display area R7 is also an area for inputting correction information for body temperature (body temperature information), correction information for body shape (body shape information), correction information for sleep onset time, and correction information for wake-up time. Subject H1 can input correction information for body temperature (body temperature information), correction information for body shape (body shape information), correction information for sleep onset time, and correction information for wake-up time by performing predetermined operations on display area R7. For example, subject H1 can input correction information to correct body temperature (body temperature information) by performing predetermined operations such as tapping on the "Temperature" field in display area R7. This allows for the redisplay of health indicators that are more accurate by accepting input of corrected or updated information if any of the information is incorrect or missing for the first specified period (day).

[0149] Display area R8 is an area for inputting health information. More specifically, display area R8 is an area for inputting overall health information. Subject H1 inputs health information by performing a predetermined operation on display area R8. In the example in Figure 16, multiple icons B13 (five in the example in Figure 16) are placed for subject H1 to input their self-assessment of their "overall mind and body."

[0150] Display area R55 is an area for inputting health information. More specifically, display area R55 is an area for inputting specific health information, such as for each body part. In the example in Figure 16, multiple icons G8 (10 in the example in Figure 16) are placed for subject H1 to input a self-diagnosis of their "mood (mind)". As shown in Figure 17, by scrolling display area R55 downwards, for example, an input screen is displayed for inputting health information such as information on each part of subject H1's body, information on symptoms, information on appetite, information on menstrual flow, information on vaginal discharge, information on sexual activity, information on pregnancy test results, information on alcohol consumption, information on meals, and information on medications taken. For example, display area R55 is filled with multiple icons G8 for inputting a self-diagnosis of "whole body", "pain", "head / face", "skin / hair / mouth", "chest", "abdomen", "appetite", "menstruation", "vaginal discharge", "sex / tests", or "lifestyle". Furthermore, the display area R55 includes fields such as "Custom Tags," where icon G8 is placed for subject H1 to input self-diagnosis information for any items they wish to record. The display area R55 may also include a "Memo" field where subject H1 can freely leave notes.

[0151] The output unit 253 of server 1 displays advice corresponding to the health information entered on screen D5 on the display unit 22 of mobile terminal 2. The display control unit 252 of mobile terminal 2 may also display image G43, which is a pop-up notification for displaying advice corresponding to the health information, on the display unit 22, as shown in Figure 18.

[0152] When an operation such as tapping occurs on the pop-up notification image G43, screen D6 shown in Figure 19 is displayed on the display unit 22. Screen D6 includes a display area R10. Display area R10 displays an image showing advice corresponding to the menstrual cycle phase to which the target day belongs, and an image showing advice corresponding to the entered physical condition information. In other words, the display control method has a display control step (third display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display advice corresponding to the menstrual cycle phase to which the target day belongs, and advice corresponding to the acquired physical condition information. This makes it possible to notify the target person H1 of, for example, advice regarding poor physical condition. Furthermore, when an operation such as tapping is performed on the image showing the advice, the system may transition from screen D6 to a screen showing more detailed advice.

[0153] In the display control step, for example, when health information is entered on screen D5, screen D6 may be displayed on the display unit 22 immediately. Here, "immediately" means that when health information is entered, the transition from screen D5 to screen D6 occurs immediately after the health information is entered, without requiring any other operation to be performed. Alternatively, in the display control step, advice corresponding to symptoms predicted from acquired menstrual information or measurement information may be displayed on the display unit 22, for example, when the date is updated, without requiring health information to be entered. Here, predicted symptoms include symptoms that appeared in the same menstrual cycle phase as the menstrual cycle phase to which the target day belongs, in menstrual cycles prior to the menstrual cycle to which the target day belongs.

[0154] When button B5 in display area R5 is operated, screen D7, a calendar screen as shown in Figure 20, is displayed on the display unit 22. Screen D7 displays a calendar, along with multiple health indicators, menstrual cycle information, and health information corresponding to the calendar, arranged in chronological order. Health indicators include, for example, health scores, which are represented as line graphs or color-coded according to the score's quality to make it easier to see fluctuations during the second predetermined period. It is desirable to predict and display not only past dates but also future dates. Menstrual cycle information includes estimated ovulation date, fertile period, bleeding period, menstrual phase, high temperature phase, low temperature phase, etc., and is displayed as illustrations to make it easier to see the timing of occurrences during the second predetermined period. It is desirable to predict and display not only past dates but also near future dates. Health information includes symptoms and mood entered by subject H1. Predicting and displaying future dates allows for advance preparation and is useful for health management.

[0155] Screen D7 is a screen that displays multiple health indicators in chronological order over a second predetermined period that includes multiple consecutive days (first predetermined period). In other words, the display control method has a display control step that causes the display unit 22 to display multiple health indicators in chronological order over a second predetermined period that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods. This makes it possible to display changes in health indicators in an easy-to-understand manner. In the example of screen D7, the second predetermined period is one menstrual cycle.

[0156] In the calendar screen shown in Figure 20, tapping a date (or an area near the date) (for example, the top of image G52) displays a performance screen showing the physical condition on the tapped date, similar to screen D2 in Figure 12. Tapping icon G8 (for example, the bottom of image G52) displays, if the date is in the future, the symptoms predicted to appear in subject H1 on the tapped date. These predicted symptoms include those that appeared in the same menstrual cycle phase as the target date, but prior to the menstrual cycle to which the target date belongs. If the date is in the past, the actual symptoms (input values ​​or measured values, etc.) that appeared in subject H1 on the tapped date are displayed.

[0157] In another embodiment, which is more appropriate for smaller screens, for example, the display control may be such that when a past date is tapped, a performance screen is displayed, and when a future date is tapped, predicted symptoms are displayed. When a future date (for example, November 16th in the example of Figure 20) is tapped, an image G43, which is a pop-up notification, is displayed on screen D7, as shown in Figure 48. Image G43 is an image that notifies the user of predicted symptoms (future symptoms). In other words, in the display control step of this embodiment, the predicted symptoms are displayed on the display unit 22. Note that the date may be specified, for example, by displaying a drum roll on the screen and operating on the drum roll. Also, the display of predicted symptoms is not limited to a pop-up notification, but may be performed by a screen transition.

[0158] Image G52 in Figure 20 shows the date at the time screen D7 is displayed. In other words, the calendar on screen D7 includes not only past dates but also future dates. To put it another way, a series of consecutive first predetermined periods (days) include first predetermined periods (days) that are in the future from the time the display control step that displays screen D7 is executed. This allows for showing subject H1 indicators of their future health condition, which has the advantage of making it easier for subject H1 to manage their future health.

[0159] Image G4 in Figure 20 is a graphic that shows indicators of physical condition. Image G4 indicates the quality of the indicators of physical condition through the size of the graphic and the color (in the example of Figure 20, the presence or absence of hatching, or the darkness of the hatching). In addition, on screen D7, multiple images G4 are connected by polylines to make changes in the indicators of physical condition easier to see. Image G5 is an image that shows the period when pregnancy is relatively likely, and the difference in fertility is shown, for example, by a change in color (in the example of Figure 20, a change in the darkness of the dot hatching). Images G51 and G71 are images that show the predicted date of ovulation or the actual date of ovulation (the entered ovulation date). Image G6 is an image that shows the menstrual period. Images G61 and G72 are images that show the predicted date of the start of menstruation or the actual date of the start of menstruation (the entered menstrual start date). Icon G8 is an image or button that shows the physical condition information entered by subject H1. Additionally, icon G8 is an image or button that displays predicted health information (predictive information).

[0160] Images G51 and G71, images G61 and G72, and icon G8 display differently depending on whether they indicate the predicted date on which symptoms will occur or the actual date on which symptoms actually occurred. The difference in display may be due to differences in the color, shape, or size of the image, or differences in line types (solid vs. dashed), or the presence or absence of a mark (or image). In other words, images G51 and G71, images G61 and G72, and icon G8 should be displayed in a way that allows subject H1 to distinguish between the predicted date on which symptoms will occur and the actual date on which symptoms actually occurred.

[0161] For example, in image G51, an egg-shaped figure (or mark) with an open interior is used to indicate the predicted date of ovulation, while an egg-shaped figure (or mark) with a filled interior is used to indicate the actual date of ovulation. Similarly, in image G61, an open crescent-shaped figure (or mark) with an open interior is used to indicate the predicted date of menstruation, while a filled crescent-shaped figure (or mark) with a filled interior is used to indicate the actual date of menstruation. Furthermore, in image G71, a dashed circle is used to indicate the predicted date of ovulation, while a solid circle is used to indicate the actual date of ovulation. Similarly, in image G72, a dashed circle is used to indicate the predicted date of menstruation, while a solid circle is used to indicate the actual date of menstruation. Icon G8 is an image enclosed in a dashed circle when it indicates the predicted date of symptom onset, and an image enclosed in a solid circle when it indicates the actual date of symptom onset.

[0162] When button B6 in display area R5 is operated, screen D8, a graph screen as shown in Figure 21, is displayed on the display unit 22. Screen D8 includes display areas R11 to R14. Display area R11 contains tabs for selecting the information to display as a graph. Screen D8 is a screen that displays the "all" graph. Display area R12 displays dates in chronological order. Display area R13 displays multiple (four in the example in Figure 21) images G23. Images G23 are images that associate menstrual cycle phases with a calendar. For example, in Figure 21, "xxx" is the "menstrual phase," "xxx" is the "follicular phase," "▽▽▽" is the "early luteal phase," and "□□□" is the "late luteal phase."

[0163] Display area R14 shows graphs G9 to G12. Graph G9 is a graph showing multiple health indicators in chronological order over a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days). Graph G10 is a graph showing body temperature status in chronological order over a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days). Graph G11 is a graph showing multiple sleep scores in chronological order over a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days). Graph G12 is a graph showing multiple sleep durations in chronological order over a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days).

[0164] Scrolling down screen D8 shown in Figure 21 displays screen D8 as shown in Figures 22 and 23. Screen D8 further includes display area R15. Display area R14 in Figure 22 displays graph G13. Graph G13 is a graph showing the number of steps (steps) in a time series over a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days). As shown in Figures 22 and 23, display area R15 displays multiple health information entered by subject H1, corresponding to the calendar.

[0165] Screen D8 features a linear button B14. By sliding button B14 along the time axis, you can change the date being viewed.

[0166] As described above, screen D8, which is a graph screen, displays a calendar and multiple health indicators corresponding to the calendar in a time-series manner. In other words, screen D8 is a screen that displays multiple health indicators, body temperature, sleep score, sleep duration, and steps taken, etc., in a time-series manner for a second predetermined period that includes multiple consecutive days (first predetermined period). Furthermore, in screen D8, the second predetermined period is one menstrual cycle, and the second predetermined period includes multiple menstrual cycle phases. Screen D8 associates the calendar (time series) with multiple menstrual cycle phases. By displaying multiple menstrual cycle phases and multiple health indicators in association, there is an advantage that the relationship between multiple menstrual cycle phases and multiple health indicators is easy for subject H1 to understand. Note that, as mentioned above, "menstrual cycle phase" may also refer to a part of the menstrual cycle, such as "estimated ovulation day," "fertile period," "bleeding period," or "low temperature phase / high temperature phase."

[0167] Furthermore, screens D7 and D8 are screens that include images corresponding to health information (icon G8 in screen D7). In other words, the display control method includes a display control step (second display control step) that displays images corresponding to the health information acquired in the health information acquisition step on the display unit 22. This has the advantage that the subject H1 can review their own health condition.

[0168] Screen D9, shown in Figures 24 and 25, displays a graph related to the body temperature of subject H1. Screen D9 includes display areas R11-R13 and display areas R16-R17. Display area R16 displays graph G14. Display area R17 displays multiple health information entered by subject H1, corresponding to a calendar.

[0169] The screen D10 shown in Figure 26 displays sleep posture information, which indicates the sleeping position of subject H1, and physical information, which indicates the physical condition of subject H1 while sleeping. In other words, the display control method has a display control step that causes the display unit 22 to display sleep posture information, which indicates the sleeping position of subject H1, and physical information, which indicates the physical condition of subject H1 while sleeping, based on the measurement information. By displaying subject H1's sleep posture information and physical information together on the display unit 22, information related to subject H1's sleep can be displayed more effectively. As a result, subject H1 can understand their own sleeping posture and physical information together, which has the advantage of making it easier to manage their own health, for example.

[0170] Screen D10 includes display areas R11-R12 and display area R19. Display area R19 displays graph G15. Graph G15 is a single graph showing changes in sleeping posture and changes between sleep and wakefulness. In other words, the display control method has a display control step that causes changes in sleeping posture and changes between sleep and wakefulness to be displayed on the display unit 22 as a single graph. Graph G15 is a bar graph along the time axis. Graph G15 has multiple sections G151 separated by the timing of changes in sleeping posture or the timing of changes between sleep and wakefulness. Depending on the sleeping posture, sleep state, and wakefulness state, the display color (presence or absence of hatching and type of hatching in graph G15) of each of the multiple sections G151 is different. This allows for a more effective display of sleep information for subject H1, making it easier for subject H1 to understand the timing of changes in sleeping posture over time, as well as the timing of changes between sleep and wakefulness states.

[0171] Furthermore, graph G15 is a single graph showing changes in sleeping posture and changes between sleep and wakefulness. In other words, the display control method includes a display control step that causes the display unit 22 to display changes in sleeping posture and changes between being out of bed and lying down as a single graph. Graph G15 is a bar graph along the time axis. Graph G15 has multiple sections G151 separated by the timing of changes in sleeping posture or the timing of changes between being out of bed and lying down. Depending on the sleeping posture, being out of bed, and lying down state, the display color (presence or absence of hatching and type of hatching in graph G15) of each of the multiple sections G151 is different. This makes it possible to display information about the subject H1's sleep more effectively, and makes it easier for subject H1 to understand the timing of changes in sleeping posture and the timing of changes between being out of bed and lying down in a time-series manner.

[0172] The screen D11 shown in Figure 27 includes a display area R20. The display area R20 displays a list G16. The list G16 is a list showing the sleeping positions. In other words, the display control method has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display a list showing the sleeping positions. The list G16 shows the number of times the subject H1 transitioned to each sleeping position for each sleeping period, and the total time the subject H1 spent in each sleeping position. This allows for a more effective display of information regarding the subject H1's sleep, and makes it easier for the subject H1 to understand the total time spent in each sleeping position.

[0173] The screen D12 shown in Figure 28 includes a display area R21. The display area R21 displays multiple graphs G17 based on measurement information. The multiple graphs G17 are bar graphs that show multiple sleeping positions corresponding one-to-one with multiple sleeping periods. In other words, the display control method has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display multiple bar graphs G17 that show multiple sleeping positions corresponding one-to-one with multiple sleeping periods based on measurement information. The multiple graphs G17 are arranged along the same time axis, in a direction perpendicular to the time axis (left-to-right direction on the page of Figure 28) and in the direction perpendicular to the page of Figure 28 (up-to-down direction on the page of Figure 28). Graph G17 has multiple intervals G171 that are separated by the timing of changes in the sleeping position. Depending on the sleeping position, the display color (type of hatching in graph G17) of each of the multiple intervals G171 of graph G17 is different. This allows for the simultaneous display of multiple sleeping positions during multiple sleep periods, enabling a more effective presentation of sleep information for subject H1. Note that the length of graph G17 increases as the corresponding sleep period lengthens. Alternatively, multiple graphs G15 may be displayed in the display area R21, either in place of or in addition to multiple graphs G17. These multiple graphs G15 correspond one-to-one with multiple sleep periods and show both changes in sleeping position and changes between sleep and wakefulness states.

[0174] Furthermore, in multiple graphs G17, the midpoints P1 representing the midpoint of sleep during the sleep period in two adjacent graphs G17 are connected by a line G18. This allows for an effective display of the progression of the midpoint of sleep, i.e., the sleep rhythm, and enables a more effective display of information regarding the sleep of subject H1. Note that the midpoint P1 in the figures is merely a representation for explanatory purposes and does not represent an actual physical object.

[0175] The screen D15 shown in Figure 31 includes display areas R11-R12 and display areas R23-R25. Display area R23 displays graph G15, which shows the sleeping posture. Display area R24 displays graph G14, which shows the body temperature. Display area R25 displays graph G21, which shows the change in the magnitude of body movement over time.

[0176] Screen D15 is a screen that shows the changes in sleeping posture over time and the changes in body temperature over time. In other words, the display control method includes a display control step that causes the display unit 22 to display the changes in sleeping posture and body temperature over time. This makes it possible to display the changes in sleeping posture and body temperature in an easy-to-understand manner, and to display information about the subject H1's sleep more effectively.

[0177] The screen D16 shown in Figure 32 includes display areas R11-R12 and display area R26. Display area R26 displays a graph G15 showing the state of sleeping posture and an animation G22 based on measurement information. The animation G22 moves along the time axis (or graph G15) and changes its form in accordance with changes in the sleep state of the subject H1. The animation G22 is started or stopped when button B15 is operated. In other words, the display control method has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display the animation G22, which is based on measurement information, moves along the time axis, and changes its form in accordance with changes in the sleep state of the subject H1. This allows for a display that makes it easier to grasp changes in sleeping posture and enables more effective display of information related to the sleep state of the subject H1.

[0178] The screen D17 shown in Figure 33 includes display areas R11 to R13 and display area R27. Display area R27 displays graph G24. Graph G24 is a graph showing multiple sleep scores in a time series over a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days). In other words, the display control method has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display multiple sleep-related indicators (sleep scores) that correspond one-to-one with multiple sleep periods. Furthermore, in graph G24, multiple sleep-related indicators are displayed in a time series to correspond to the menstrual cycle phases of subject H1 based on menstrual information. In other words, the display control method has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display multiple sleep-related indicators in a time series to correspond to the menstrual cycle phases of subject H1 based on menstrual information. This allows for a more easily understandable display of the relationship between menstrual cycle phases and multiple sleep-related indicators, enabling a more effective presentation of sleep-related information for subject H1.

[0179] The screen D18 shown in Figure 34 includes display areas R11 to R13 and display area R28. Display area R28 displays graph G25. Graph G25 is a graph showing the fluctuation of the sleep midpoint along time series during a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days).

[0180] The screen D19 shown in Figure 35 includes display areas R11-R12 and display area R29. Display area R29 displays multiple graphs G26 based on measurement information. The multiple graphs G26 are bar graphs showing multiple sleeping positions corresponding one-to-one with multiple sleeping periods. In other words, the display control method has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display multiple bar graphs G26 showing multiple sleeping positions corresponding one-to-one with multiple sleeping periods based on measurement information. Graph G26 has multiple intervals G261 separated by the timing of changes in sleeping positions. The total length of the graph G26 increases as the corresponding sleeping period becomes longer. Each of the multiple intervals G261 shows the total time spent by the subject H1 in each sleeping position. In other words, graph G26 is a bar graph that stacks up the time accumulated by classifying sleeping positions for each sleeping period. Displaying multiple graphs G26 has the advantage of allowing users to see at a glance the list of sleeping position values ​​G16 shown in Figure 27 over multiple days. In graph G26, sleep states and time spent out of bed are stacked to form a bar graph, but time spent awake could also be stacked. Displaying multiple graphs G26 allows for a more effective display of sleep information for subject H1, making it easier for subject H1 to understand the total time spent in each sleeping position. Note that in graph G26, the display color (type of hatching in graph G26) of each of the multiple intervals G261 differs depending on the sleeping position.

[0181] The screen D20 shown in Figure 36 includes display areas R11 to R13 and display area R30. Display area R30 displays graph G27. Graph G27 is a graph that shows the fluctuation of the sleep midpoint along time series during a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days).

[0182] The screen D21 shown in Figure 37 includes display areas R11 to R13 and display area R31. Display area R31 displays graph G28. Graph G28 is a graph showing the variation in the number of times subject H1 moved during each sleep period in a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days).

[0183] The screen D23 shown in Figure 38 includes the display area R33. The display area R33 contains a graph G15 and linear buttons B16 and B17. When linear button B16 is slid along the time axis (left-right direction on the page of Figure 38), the sleep onset time based on the measurement information is corrected. Similarly, when linear button B17 is slid along the time axis (left-right direction on the page of Figure 38), the wake-up time based on the measurement information is corrected.

[0184] When button B8 (see Figure 12) in display area R5 (see Figure 12) is operated, screen D24, an advice screen as shown in Figure 39, is displayed on the display unit 22. Screen D24 includes display areas R34 and R35. Display area R34 displays advice according to the health indicators estimated by the display control system 100, or buttons to transition to a screen showing advice. The advice includes basic knowledge about female hormones and the menstrual cycle. The advice also includes content for subject H1 obtained from the collection of menstrual information and measurement information. Display area R35 displays advice from an expert to subject H1, or buttons to transition to a screen showing advice. For example, subject H1 can consult with an expert via chat, etc., by operating the buttons displayed in display area R35. The buttons to transition to a screen showing advice may also be external links to web pages containing advice and explanatory text.

[0185] When button B7 (see Figure 12) in display area R5 (see Figure 12) is operated, screen D25, which is a report screen as shown in Figure 40, is displayed on the display unit 22. Screen D25 includes display area R36 and display area R37. Display area R36 has tabs for selecting information to display as a graph. Screen D25 is the report screen that is displayed when the "Report" tab in display area R36 is selected. Display area R37 displays multiple statistical information for a third predetermined period (e.g., six months or one year) that includes multiple menstrual cycles (second predetermined period). The statistical information is information compiled from measurement information. In other words, the display control method has a display control step (third display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display multiple statistical information for a third predetermined period that includes multiple second predetermined periods. Display area R37 has multiple buttons for viewing statistical information for each second predetermined period (menstrual cycle). Subject H1 can view statistical information corresponding to the period they wish to review by operating the corresponding button. This allows Subject H1 to be notified of changes in statistical information from their measurement data across multiple menstrual cycles.

[0186] By operating one of the multiple buttons located in the display area R37, screen D25 transitions to screen D26 shown in Figure 41. Screen D26 is a report screen that displays statistical information on measurement data for a second predetermined period (menstrual cycle) that includes a series of consecutive first predetermined periods (days). In other words, the display control method includes a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display statistical information on measurement data for a second predetermined period that includes a series of consecutive first predetermined periods. This makes it possible to notify subject H1 of statistical information on measurement data for the subject H1 during the menstrual cycle.

[0187] Screen D26 includes display areas R38 to R42. Display area R38 displays statistical information on the menstrual cycle of subject H1, including the number of days in the menstrual cycle, statistical information on sleep score during the menstrual cycle, statistical information on body shape during the menstrual cycle, and statistical information on body temperature rhythm regarding temperature fluctuations during the menstrual cycle. The menstrual cycle statistics include information on whether the length of subject H1's menstrual cycle is normal (average), longer than average, or shorter than average. The statistics also include the results of type classification. For example, the body temperature rhythm statistics include information on which of the pre-classified body temperature rhythm types subject H1's body temperature rhythm belongs to. The multiple types of body temperature rhythms include "clear two-phase type (Type 1)", "jagged high-temperature phase type (Type 2)", "short high-temperature phase type (Type 3)", and "unknown high-temperature phase type (Type 4)". The "Clear Two-Phase Type (Type 1)" is a type where the boundary between the low-temperature phase and the high-temperature phase is easily distinguishable. The "Jagged High-Temperature Phase Type (Type 2)" is a type where body temperature fluctuates significantly during the high-temperature phase. The "Short High-Temperature Phase Type (Type 3)" is a type where the high-temperature phase is relatively short. The "Unclear High-Temperature Phase Type (Type 4)" is a type where the high-temperature phase is unclear (or difficult to distinguish). The classification may be based on statistical information over a predetermined period, or it may be based on characteristic elements related to the physical condition of subject H1. In the case of classification based on characteristic elements related to the physical condition of subject H1, for example, it may include tendencies of characteristic physical and mental discomfort seen in specific phases of the menstrual cycle, such as "the type that has trouble falling asleep during the luteal phase."

[0188] Display area R39 displays explanations and advice based on menstrual cycle statistics. Display area R40 displays explanations and advice based on body temperature rhythm. Display area R41 displays explanations and advice based on sleep score statistics. Display area R42 displays explanations and advice based on body shape statistics.

[0189] Furthermore, the second predetermined period is not limited to the menstrual cycle, but may be each of the multiple menstrual cycle phases included in a single menstrual cycle, or it may be a predetermined period such as one month. This allows for the notification of statistical information such as menstrual information of subject H1 for each of the multiple menstrual cycle phases included in a single menstrual cycle to subject H1.

[0190] Scrolling down screen D26 displays screen D27, as shown in Figure 42. Screen D27 is a report screen that displays detailed measurement information for each menstrual period. Screen D27 includes display areas R43 to R47. Display area R43 displays dates in chronological order. Display area R44 displays multiple (four in the example in Figure 42) images G23. Detailed information is displayed that correlates menstrual cycle phases with the calendar. Display area R45 displays graph G30. Graph G30 is a graph showing multiple temperature fluctuations in chronological order over a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days). Display area R46 displays graph G31. Graph G31 is a graph showing multiple sleep score fluctuations in chronological order over a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days). Display area R47 displays graph G32. Graph G32 is a graph that shows the changes in multiple body shape information (e.g., weight) along a time series during a second predetermined period (one menstrual cycle) that includes multiple consecutive first predetermined periods (days).

[0191] Note that the statistical information may be an indicator of physical condition or statistical information on physical condition, etc. Screen D28 shown in Figure 43 is a report screen that displays detailed information on physical condition for each menstrual period. Screen D28 includes display areas R43-R44 and display areas R48-R51. Display areas R48-R51 display detailed information on the symptoms of subject H1 for each menstrual period. Display areas R48-R51 have buttons for displaying advice for each symptom. In the example in Figure 43, the buttons for displaying advice for each symptom are displayed in the form of "Advice for 'Coldness'", "Advice for 'Swelling'", "Advice for 'Increased Appetite'", and "Advice for 'Stress'".

[0192] Screen D29, shown in Figure 44, is a screen that appears when scrolling through the report screen (or is accessed from the screen), and displays trends in physical condition based on statistical information for each menstrual cycle. Screen D29 displays, for example, trends in physical condition based on an analysis of measurement and input information for each phase of the menstrual cycle. These trends in physical condition include trends in symptoms, sleep patterns, and weight patterns.

[0193] The screen D30 shown in Figure 45 is a report screen that appears when the "Cycle / Health Management" tab in display area R36 is selected. Screen D30 includes display area R36 and display area R52. Display area R52 displays summaries of multiple statistical information for a third predetermined period (e.g., six months or one year) that includes multiple menstrual cycles (second predetermined period). In other words, the display control method has a display control step (third display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display summaries of multiple statistical information for a third predetermined period that includes multiple second predetermined periods. Display area R52 displays summaries of menstrual cycle statistics or menstrual cycle information (e.g., estimated ovulation date, fertile period, bleeding period, low temperature phase, high temperature phase, menstrual cycle phase), summaries of body temperature statistics, summaries of sleep score statistics, and summaries of health status statistics (e.g., weight). In addition, display area R54, which is included in display area R52, displays icons G8 that indicate summaries of health status statistics (e.g., entered symptoms). The display area R54 can be scrolled to the right, allowing users to see the symptoms that were most frequently entered within each cycle, providing a clear overview of long-term symptom progression and aiding in reviewing one's physical condition. A summary of health status (e.g., symptoms) and statistical information is displayed. Furthermore, the statistical information may be calculated for each menstrual phase.

[0194] The display control unit 252 (or output unit 133) in this embodiment provides notifications such as push notifications or pop-up notifications. The screen D31 shown in Figure 46 is the home screen of the mobile terminal 2. When the estimation unit 132 detects the high temperature transition day of the subject H1 based on the measurement information, the display control unit 252 (or output unit 133) displays image G37, which is a push notification, on screen D31. In other words, the display control method has a detection step that detects the high temperature transition day of the subject H1 based on the measurement information acquired in the measurement information acquisition step. The display control method also has a notification control step that notifies the display unit 22 that the high temperature transition day has been detected in the detection step. This allows the subject H1 to be notified of the high temperature transition day even if, for example, the mobile terminal 2 is not running an application. In the display control method, when the display unit 22 notifies that the high temperature transition day has been detected, it may also notify (display) information that ovulation occurred immediately before the high temperature transition day. Furthermore, in the display control method, if a high temperature transition day is detected for a predetermined period of time during the detection step, a notification (display) that a high temperature transition day has been detected for a predetermined period of time may be displayed. The content of the notification that a high temperature transition day has been detected for a predetermined period of time may include information on the possibility of pregnancy or changes in physical condition.

[0195] The screen D32 shown in Figure 47 is the home screen of the mobile terminal 2. The display control unit 252 (or output unit 133) displays image G38, which is a pop-up notification, on screen D32 when the estimation unit 132 detects that the start date of menstruation is approaching (for example, within 3 days) based on menstrual information and measurement information. In other words, the display control method has a detection step that detects that the start date of menstruation is approaching based on menstrual information and measurement information. The display control method also has a notification control step that notifies the display unit 22 that the start date of menstruation is approaching.

[0196] (3) Variant The following lists some modifications of the above embodiment.

[0197] (3.1) Variation 1 The screen D33 shown in Figure 49 is the screen that the display control system 100 according to Modified Example 1 displays on the display unit 22. Screen D33 includes display area R11 and display area R53. Graph G39 is displayed in display area R53.

[0198] Graph G39 is a polylinear graph showing the time-series changes in the sleep state of subject H1 based on measurement information. In other words, the display control method of Modified Example 1 has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display graph G39, which shows the time-series changes in the sleep state of subject H1 based on measurement information. Graph G39 has multiple sections. Graph G39 is a graph along the time axis (left-right direction on the page of Figure 49). Graph G39 is displaced in an axial direction perpendicular to the time axis (up-down direction on the page of Figure 49) according to the sleep state. More specifically, graph G39 is displaced in an axial direction perpendicular to the time axis according to the physical state during sleep (more specifically, the state of body temperature during sleep). In addition, the display color (presence or absence of hatching, and type of hatching in graph G39) of each of the multiple sections included in graph G39 differs according to the sleep state. More specifically, in graph G39, the display color of each of the multiple intervals included in graph G39 differs depending on the sleeping position, the state of being out of bed, and the physical state during sleep (more specifically, the state of wakefulness). Note that the axial displacement perpendicular to the time axis in graph G39 is a continuous displacement. This allows for the display of more information about subject H1's sleep in a single graph, thus enabling a more effective presentation of information about subject H1's sleep.

[0199] (3.2) Variation 2 In the display area R53, instead of graph G39 in Modification Example 1, graph G40 shown in Figure 50 may be displayed. Graph G40 is a polylinear graph showing the time-series changes in the sleep state of subject H1 based on measurement information. In other words, the display control method of Modification Example 2 has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display graph G40, which shows the time-series changes in the sleep state of subject H1 based on measurement information. Graph G40 has multiple intervals. Graph G40 is a graph along the time axis (left-right direction on the page of Figure 50). Graph G40 is displaced in an axial direction perpendicular to the time axis (up-down direction on the page of Figure 50) according to the sleep state. More specifically, graph G40 is displaced in an axial direction perpendicular to the time axis according to the physical state during sleep (more specifically, the state of sleep depth). Furthermore, in graph G40, the display color of each of the multiple sections included in graph G40 (the presence or absence of hatching, and the type of hatching) differs depending on the sleep state. More specifically, in graph G40, the display color of each of the multiple sections included in graph G40 differs depending on the sleeping position, the state of being out of bed, and the physical state during sleep (more specifically, the state of wakefulness). This allows more information about subject H1's sleep to be displayed in a single graph, thus enabling a more effective display of information about subject H1's sleep.

[0200] (3.3) Modification example 3 In the display area R53, instead of graph G39 in Modification Example 1, graph G41 and animation G22 shown in Figure 51 may be displayed. Graph G41 is a polylinear graph showing the time-series changes in the sleep state of subject H1 based on measurement information. In other words, the display control method of Modification Example 3 has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display graph G41, which shows the time-series changes in the sleep state of subject H1 based on measurement information. Graph G41 has multiple intervals. Graph G41 is a graph along the time axis (left-right direction on the page of Figure 51). Graph G41 is displaced in an axial direction perpendicular to the time axis (up-down direction on the page of Figure 51) according to the sleep state. More specifically, graph G41 is displaced in an axial direction perpendicular to the time axis according to the physical state during sleep (more specifically, the state of sleep depth). Furthermore, Graph G41 displays different colors for each of the multiple sections included in Graph G41 (in Graph G41, this includes the presence or absence of hatching and the type of hatching) depending on the sleep state. More specifically, Graph G41 displays different colors for each of the multiple sections included in Graph G41 depending on the sleeping position, the state of being out of bed, and the physical state during sleep (more specifically, the state of being awake).

[0201] Furthermore, the animation G22 moves along the time axis (or graph G41) and its appearance changes in accordance with changes in the sleep state of subject H1. In other words, the display control method of modified example 3 has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display the animation G22, which is based on measurement information, moves along the time axis, and its appearance changes in accordance with changes in the sleep state of subject H1. This allows the changes in sleeping posture to be displayed in a manner that is easier to grasp, and the information regarding subject H1's sleep can be displayed more effectively. In addition, since more information regarding subject H1's sleep can be displayed in a single graph, the information regarding subject H1's sleep can be displayed more effectively.

[0202] (3.4) Modification 4 In the display area R53, instead of graph G39 in Modification Example 1, graph G42 shown in Figure 52 may be displayed. Graph G42 is a graph that shows the changes in the sleep state of subject H1 over time, based on measurement information. In other words, the display control method of Modification Example 4 has a display control step (second display control step) that causes the display unit 22 to display graph G42, which shows the changes in the sleep state of subject H1 over time, based on measurement information. Graph G42 has multiple intervals. Graph G42 is a graph along the time axis (left-right direction on the page of Figure 52). Graph G42 is displaced in an axial direction perpendicular to the time axis (up-down direction on the page of Figure 52) according to the sleep state. More specifically, graph G42 is displaced in an axial direction perpendicular to the time axis according to the physical state during sleep (more specifically, the state of sleep depth). Furthermore, in graph G42, the display color of each of the multiple intervals included in graph G42 differs depending on the sleep state (in graph G42, this includes the presence or absence of hatching and the type of hatching). More specifically, in graph G42, the display color of each of the multiple intervals included in graph G42 differs depending on the sleeping position, the state of being out of bed, and the physical state during sleep (more specifically, the state of being awake). Note that the axial displacement perpendicular to the time axis of graph G42 is a discontinuous discrete displacement. This allows more information about subject H1's sleep to be displayed in a single graph, thus enabling a more effective display of information about subject H1's sleep.

[0203] (3.5) Other variations Functions equivalent to the display control system 100 and display control method according to the above embodiment may be embodied in a (computer) program or a non-temporary recording medium on which the program is stored. A program according to one embodiment is a program that causes one or more processors to execute the display control method according to the above embodiment.

[0204] The entity executing the display control system 100 or display control method in this disclosure includes a computer system. The computer system mainly consists of a processor and memory as hardware. The processor executes a program recorded in the memory of the computer system, thereby realizing the function of the entity executing the display control system 100 or display control method in this disclosure. The program may be pre-recorded in the memory of the computer system, provided via a telecommunications line, or provided on a non-temporary recording medium such as a memory card, optical disk, or hard disk drive that can be read by the computer system. The processor of the computer system consists of one or more electronic circuits including semiconductor integrated circuits (ICs) or large-scale integrated circuits (LSIs). The integrated circuits referred to here, such as ICs or LSIs, are named differently depending on the degree of integration, and include integrated circuits called system LSIs, VLSIs (Very Large Scale Integration), or ULSIs (Ultra Large Scale Integration). Furthermore, FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays) that are programmed after the manufacture of LSIs, or logic devices that allow for the reconfiguration of junction relationships or circuit compartments within LSIs, can also be used as processors. Multiple electronic circuits may be integrated onto a single chip or distributed across multiple chips. Multiple chips may be integrated onto a single device or distributed across multiple devices. The computer system referred to here includes a microcontroller having one or more processors and one or more memories. Therefore, the microcontroller also consists of one or more electronic circuits, including semiconductor integrated circuits or large-scale integrated circuits.

[0205] Furthermore, it is not essential for the display control system 100 to have multiple functions integrated into a single enclosure; the components of the display control system 100 may be distributed across multiple enclosures. Moreover, at least some of the functions of the display control system 100, for example, some of the functions of server 1, may be implemented by the cloud (cloud computing), etc.

[0206] In the above embodiment, at least some of the functions of the display control system 100, which are distributed across multiple devices, may be consolidated into a single housing. For example, some of the functions of the display control system 100, which are distributed across server 1 and mobile terminal 2, may be consolidated into a single housing. Alternatively, some of the functions of the display control system 100, which are distributed across mobile terminal 2 and measuring device 3, may be consolidated into a single housing.

[0207] In the above embodiment, an example was given of estimating a health indicator (health score) based on a menstrual cycle score, a sleep score, and a body shape score. However, the health indicator may also be estimated based on a menstrual cycle score, a sleep score, a body shape score, and an activity level score. For example, the activity level score may be estimated based on the number of steps taken by subject H1 at predetermined intervals.

[0208] (Appearance) As is clear from the embodiments and modifications described above, the display control method according to the first embodiment comprises a menstrual information acquisition step and a display control step. In the menstrual information acquisition step, menstrual information is acquired. The menstrual information includes two or more pieces of information from among the subject (H1)'s menstrual start date, the subject (H1)'s menstrual end date, and the subject (H1)'s menstrual cycle information. In the display control step, an indicator of the subject (H1)'s physical condition for each predetermined period is displayed on the display unit (22). The indicator of physical condition is information based on the menstrual information acquired in the menstrual information acquisition step.

[0209] According to this embodiment, indicators of the subject's (H1) physical condition in relation to the progression of the menstrual cycle can be notified to the subject (H1).

[0210] The display control method according to the second embodiment further includes an estimation step in the first embodiment. In the estimation step, an indicator of physical condition is estimated based on the menstrual information acquired in the menstrual information acquisition step. In the display control step, the indicator of physical condition estimated in the estimation step is displayed on the display unit (22).

[0211] According to this embodiment, indicators of the subject's (H1) physical condition in relation to the progression of the menstrual cycle can be notified to the subject (H1).

[0212] The display control method according to the third embodiment further comprises a measurement information acquisition step in the first or second embodiment. In the measurement information acquisition step, measurement information is acquired. The measurement information includes body temperature information relating to the body temperature of the subject (H1). The health condition index is an index based on the menstrual information acquired in the menstrual information acquisition step and the measurement information acquired in the measurement information acquisition step. This embodiment makes it possible to improve the accuracy of estimating indicators of physical condition.

[0213] The display control method according to the fourth embodiment, in the third embodiment, in the measurement information acquisition step, acquires measurement information from the measuring device (3). The measuring device (3) has a temperature sensor (322) that measures the body temperature of the torso of the subject (H1).

[0214] The display control method according to the fifth embodiment further comprises an acceleration sensor (321) for detecting the body movements of the subject (H1) in the fourth embodiment. In the measurement information acquisition step, measurement information, which further includes body movement information relating to the body movements of the subject (H1), is acquired from the measurement device (3). The indicator of physical condition is an indicator based on measurement information including sleep information of the subject (H1) based on body movement information, and menstrual information.

[0215] According to this embodiment, the accuracy of the health indicators displayed on the display unit (22) can be improved.

[0216] The display control method according to the sixth embodiment, in the fifth embodiment, includes at least one of the following information: quantity information relating to the amount of sleep, quality information relating to the quality of sleep, and rhythm information relating to the sleep rhythm.

[0217] The seventh embodiment of the display control method is such that, in any of the fourth to sixth embodiments, the measuring device (3) further comprises a housing (341) that houses a temperature sensor (322). The measuring device (3) is attached to the subject (H1) in a contact state in which the housing (341) of the measuring device (3) is in contact with the torso of the subject (H1). The temperature sensor (322) is located in the central part of the housing (341) in a predetermined direction. The predetermined direction is perpendicular to the height direction of the subject (H1) when the measuring device (3) is attached to the subject (H1) in a contact state.

[0218] According to this embodiment, measurement errors due to misalignment of the measuring device (3) can be reduced.

[0219] The eighth aspect of the display control method, in the fifth or sixth aspect, further comprises a housing (341) that houses an acceleration sensor (321) for the measuring device (3). The measuring device (3) is attached to the subject (H1) in a contact state in which the housing (341) of the measuring device (3) is in contact with the torso of the subject (H1). The acceleration sensor (321) is located in the central part of the housing (341) in a predetermined direction. The predetermined direction is perpendicular to the height of the subject (H1) when the measuring device (3) is attached to the subject (H1) in a contact state.

[0220] According to this embodiment, measurement errors due to misalignment of the measuring device (3) can be reduced.

[0221] The display control method according to the ninth embodiment, in any of the first to eighth embodiments, in the display control step, displays on the display unit (22) an index of the subject's (H1) sleep and an index of their physical condition, which are estimated from at least one of the following pieces of information: quantity information regarding the amount of sleep, quality information regarding the quality of sleep, and rhythm information regarding the sleep rhythm.

[0222] According to this embodiment, sleep indicators and physical condition indicators can be checked together.

[0223] The display control method according to the tenth embodiment further includes a body shape information acquisition step in which body shape information relating to the body shape of the subject (H1) is acquired in any of the first to ninth embodiments. The indicator of physical condition is an indicator based on the menstrual information acquired in the menstrual information acquisition step and the body shape information acquired in the body shape information acquisition step.

[0224] According to this embodiment, the accuracy of the health indicators displayed on the display unit (22) can be improved.

[0225] The display control method according to the 11th embodiment is such that, in any of the 1st to 10th embodiments, the above-mentioned display control step is a first display control step. The display control method further comprises a health condition information acquisition step and a second display control step. In the health condition information acquisition step, health condition information relating to the health condition of the subject (H1) is acquired based on an operation to an operation unit (23) that accepts human operation. In the second display control step, an image corresponding to the health condition information acquired in the health condition information acquisition step is displayed on the display unit (22).

[0226] This approach allows the subject to reflect on their own physical condition.

[0227] In the twelfth embodiment of the display control method, in any of the first to tenth embodiments, the predetermined period is the first predetermined period. In the display control step (first display control step), multiple health indicators in chronological order over a second predetermined period including a plurality of consecutive first predetermined periods are displayed on the display unit (22).

[0228] According to this configuration, changes in health indicators can be displayed in a way that is easy to understand.

[0229] In the 13th embodiment of the display control method, in the 12th embodiment, the plurality of first predetermined periods include a first predetermined period that is in the future of the time when the display control step is executed.

[0230] According to this configuration, indicators of future health conditions can be shown to the subjects.

[0231] The display control method according to the 14th embodiment is such that, in the 12th or 13th embodiment, the second predetermined period is a single menstrual cycle including multiple menstrual cycle phases. The screen including multiple physical condition indicators is an embodiment in which the time series and the multiple menstrual cycle phases are associated.

[0232] This approach makes it easier for participants to understand the relationship between multiple menstrual cycle phases and multiple health indicators.

[0233] The display control method according to the 15th embodiment further comprises a detection step and a notification control step in any of the 3rd to 9th embodiments. In the detection step, the high temperature transition date of the subject (H1) is detected based on the measurement information acquired in the measurement information acquisition step. In the notification control step, the display unit (22) is notified that the high temperature transition date has been detected in the detection step.

[0234] According to this embodiment, the target person (H1) can be notified of the date on which the temperature will rise.

[0235] The display control method according to the 16th embodiment, in any of the 1st to 15th embodiments, in the display control step, displays a health indicator and a message corresponding to the health indicator on the display unit (22).

[0236] The display control method according to the 17th embodiment further comprises a third display control method in the 11th embodiment. In the third display control step, advice corresponding to the physical condition information acquired in the physical condition information acquisition step is displayed on the display unit (22).

[0237] According to this embodiment, for example, advice regarding poor health can be notified to the subject (H1).

[0238] The display control method according to the 18th embodiment is such that, in any of the 3rd to 9th embodiments, the above-mentioned display control step is a first display control step. The above-mentioned predetermined period is a first predetermined period. The display control method further comprises a second display control step. In the second display control step, statistical information of measurement data for a second predetermined period including a plurality of consecutive first predetermined periods is displayed on the display unit (22).

[0239] According to this embodiment, for example, statistical information on measurement data of a subject (H1) during the menstrual cycle can be notified to the subject (H1).

[0240] The display control method according to the 19th embodiment, in the 18th embodiment, the second predetermined period is a single menstrual cycle including multiple menstrual cycle phases, or the period of each of the multiple menstrual cycle phases.

[0241] According to this embodiment, statistical information on the measurement data of the subject (H1) during one menstrual cycle, including a menstrual cycle phase, or during each of multiple menstrual cycle phases, can be notified to the subject (H1).

[0242] The display control method according to the 20th embodiment further comprises a third display control step according to the 18th or 19th embodiment. In the third display control step, a plurality of statistical information for a third predetermined period, including a plurality of consecutive second predetermined periods, is displayed on the display unit (22).

[0243] According to this embodiment, for example, changes in statistical information of measurement data for a subject (H1) over multiple menstrual cycles can be notified to the subject (H1).

[0244] Configurations other than those in the first embodiment are not essential to the display control method and can be omitted as appropriate.

[0245] The program relating to the 21st aspect is a program that causes one or more processors to execute a display control method relating to any of the 1st to 20th aspects.

[0246] According to this aspect, the subject (H1) can be notified of an indicator of the physical condition of the subject (H1) that changes with the progression of the menstrual cycle.

[0247] A display control system (100) according to a twenty-second aspect includes an acquisition unit (acquisition unit 131; acquisition unit 251) and a display control unit (output unit 133; display control unit 252). The acquisition unit (acquisition unit 131; acquisition unit 251) acquires menstrual information. The menstrual information includes two or more types of information selected from among information on the menstrual start date of the subject (H1), information on the menstrual end date of the subject (H1), and cycle information on the menstrual cycle of the subject (H1). The display control unit (output unit 133; display control unit 252) causes the display unit (22) to display an indicator of the physical condition of the subject (H1) for each predetermined period. The indicator of physical condition is information based on the menstrual information acquired by the acquisition unit (acquisition unit 131; acquisition unit 251).

[0248] According to this aspect, the subject (H1) can be notified of an indicator of the physical condition of the subject (H1) that changes with the progression of the menstrual cycle. Description of Reference Numerals

[0249] 100 display control system 131 acquisition unit 133 output unit (display control unit) 22 display unit 23 operation unit 251 acquisition unit 252 display control unit 3 measurement device 321 acceleration sensor 322 temperature sensor 341 housing H1 subject

Claims

1. A menstrual information acquisition step that acquires menstrual information including two or more pieces of information from the subject's menstrual start date, the subject's menstrual end date, and the subject's menstrual cycle information, A display control step that displays an indicator of the subject's physical condition at predetermined intervals, based on the menstrual information acquired in the menstrual information acquisition step, on the display unit. Having, Display control method.

2. The system further includes an estimation step that estimates the indicators of physical condition based on the menstrual information obtained in the menstrual information acquisition step, In the display control step, the indicator of physical condition estimated in the estimation step is displayed on the display unit. The display control method according to claim 1.

3. The system further includes a measurement information acquisition step, which acquires measurement information including body temperature information relating to the body temperature of the subject, The aforementioned health indicator is an indicator based on the menstrual information obtained in the menstrual information acquisition step and the measurement information obtained in the measurement information acquisition step. The display control method according to claim 1 or 2.

4. In the measurement information acquisition step, the measurement information is acquired from a measuring device having a temperature sensor that measures the body temperature of the subject's torso. The display control method according to claim 3.

5. The measuring device further includes an acceleration sensor for detecting the body movements of the subject, In the measurement information acquisition step, the measurement information, which further includes body movement information relating to the body movements of the subject, is acquired from the measuring device. The aforementioned physical condition indicator is an indicator based on the measurement information, which includes the subject's sleep information based on the physical movement information, and the menstrual information. The display control method according to claim 4.

6. The sleep information includes at least one of the following: quantity information relating to the amount of sleep, quality information relating to the quality of sleep, and rhythm information relating to the sleep rhythm. The display control method according to claim 5.

7. The measuring device further comprises a housing for the temperature sensor, The measuring device is attached to the subject in a contact state such that the housing of the measuring device is in contact with the subject's torso. The temperature sensor is positioned in the central part of the housing in a predetermined direction. The predetermined direction is the direction perpendicular to the height direction of the subject when the measuring device is attached to the subject in the contact state. The display control method according to claim 4.

8. The measuring device further comprises a housing for the acceleration sensor, The measuring device is attached to the subject in a contact state such that the housing of the measuring device is in contact with the subject's torso. The acceleration sensor is positioned in the central part of the housing in a predetermined direction. The predetermined direction is the direction perpendicular to the height of the subject when the measuring device is attached to the subject in the contact state. The display control method according to claim 5.

9. In the display control step, the display unit displays the subject's sleep indicator and the physical condition indicator, which are estimated from at least one of the following pieces of information: quantity information regarding the amount of sleep, quality information regarding the quality of sleep, and rhythm information regarding the sleep rhythm. The display control method according to claim 1 or 2.

10. The system further includes a body shape information acquisition step for acquiring body shape information regarding the body shape of the subject, The aforementioned physical condition indicator is an indicator based on the menstrual information obtained in the menstrual information acquisition step and the body shape information obtained in the body shape information acquisition step. The display control method according to claim 1 or 2.

11. The aforementioned display control step is a first display control step, A health condition information acquisition step, which acquires health condition information regarding the health condition of the subject based on an operation on an operation unit that accepts human operation, A second display control step involves displaying an image corresponding to the physical condition information acquired in the physical condition information acquisition step on the display unit. It further has, The display control method according to claim 1 or 2.

12. The aforementioned predetermined period is the first predetermined period, In the display control step, the display unit is made to display a plurality of health indicators in chronological order over a second predetermined period that includes a plurality of consecutive first predetermined periods. The display control method according to claim 1 or 2.

13. The plurality of first predetermined periods include a first predetermined period that is in the future from the time the display control step is executed. The display control method according to claim 12.

14. The second predetermined period is a single menstrual cycle that includes multiple menstrual cycle phases, The screen containing the aforementioned multiple health indicators is configured such that the time series and the aforementioned multiple menstrual cycle phases are associated. The display control method according to claim 12.

15. A detection step to detect the day of high temperature transition for the subject based on the measurement information acquired in the measurement information acquisition step, A notification control step which causes the display unit to notify that the high temperature transition day has been detected in the detection step, It further has, The display control method according to claim 3.

16. In the display control step, the indicator of physical condition and a message corresponding to the indicator of physical condition are displayed on the display unit. The display control method according to claim 1 or 2.

17. The system further includes a third display control step that causes the display unit to display advice corresponding to the physical condition information acquired in the physical condition information acquisition step. The display control method according to claim 11.

18. The aforementioned display control step is a first display control step, The aforementioned predetermined period is the first predetermined period, The system further includes a second display control step of causing the display unit to display statistical information of the measurement data for a second predetermined period that includes a plurality of consecutive first predetermined periods. The display control method according to claim 3.

19. The second predetermined period is a menstrual cycle comprising multiple menstrual cycle phases, or each of the periods of the multiple menstrual cycle phases. The display control method according to claim 18.

20. The system further includes a third display control step of causing the display unit to display a plurality of statistical information for a third predetermined period that includes a plurality of the second predetermined periods. The display control method according to claim 18.

21. To cause one or more processors to execute the display control method described in claim 1 or 2, program.

22. An acquisition unit that acquires menstrual information including two or more pieces of information from the subject's menstrual start date, the subject's menstrual end date, and the subject's menstrual cycle information, A display control unit that displays an indicator of the subject's physical condition at predetermined intervals, based on the menstrual information acquired by the acquisition unit, on the display unit, Equipped with, Display control system.

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