A massage device that provides constant, natural pressure to relieve stiffness in the temples without human effort, relieving eye strain and other issues.

Abstract

To provide a massage device that naturally applies pressure to the stiffness of the temples without human effort at all times and relieves eye strain, etc. [Solution] A U-shaped curved main shaft body 1 made of a plastic resin such as polypropylene is integrally molded in a wrap-around shape with the back of the head at the most recessed part, and hemispherical protrusions 2 made of a resilient rubber material to soften the sensation of contact with the skin are attached to the left and right of the straight part of the U-shaped outlet in a movable manner to match the distance between the back of the head and the area of ​​contact, enabling pressure to be applied to the temples, the main area of ​​contact. Furthermore, elastic spherical protrusions 3 facing downward on the inside of the curve are provided at the most recessed part of the U-shaped curved main shaft to prevent the main shaft body from slipping down the neck. At the same time, elastic spherical protrusions 4 are provided on the left and right of the sphere, also detachably attached, in a movable manner to relieve muscle stiffness at the acupuncture points (acupuncture points) located on the left and right of the center of the back of the head, known in Chinese medicine as "Fengchi" and "Tianzhu," improving the effectiveness of use.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] This device is a massage device designed to provide effects such as reducing eye fatigue, including eye strain that many people suffer from in the modern IT age, improving insomnia, easing migraines, relieving stress, and harmonizing the autonomic nervous system, by utilizing the restoring (resilience) force of the integrally molded U-shaped curved main shaft made of resin to naturally apply pressure to the temples on both sides of the eyes, known as the "temples" of the face, which are also known as the "universal acupuncture point" and are also known as the "temples" that "do not require an eye doctor," and the Baihui point on the top of the head, known as the "universal acupuncture point." [Background technology]

[0002] The main shaft, which has a curved, U-shaped recess, is molded as a single piece from a resin such as polypropylene, and the most recessed part of the curved main shaft is placed against the back of the head, making a U-turn. Hemispherical protrusions made from an elastic material are attached to the left and right of the straight part of the entrance and exit, and these are placed against the temples on the sides of the face, at the corners of the eyes. Utilizing the resilience of the resin material of the main shaft, the user can apply pressure to both sides of the acupuncture points for long periods of time simultaneously without any manual effort, simply by adjusting the fit, and this has the effect of easing stiffness in the muscles and tendons beneath the skin of the acupuncture points. Additionally, an elastic spherical protrusion is provided at the deepest recess of the U-shaped curved main shaft to reduce the sensation of contact with the skin at the back of the head. By attaching this to the acupuncture point known as "Baihui" on the top of the head, the weight of the massage device will gently and naturally press against this acupuncture point, allowing for a massage effect to be obtained at this point as well. The elastic spherical protrusion attached to the bottom recess of the curved main shaft reduces the cushioning of the sensation of contact between the back of the head and the resin main shaft, and at the same time has the effect of preventing it from slipping downwards, making it resistant to long-term use. In addition, this elastic hemispherical protrusion is a detachable type that is inserted using a screw-like shaft or the like, and has several receiving holes on the scalpel side to accommodate individual differences in the distance between the back of the head and the temples of the user, so anyone can use it. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] The only patent document related to this invention that could be found was "Registration No. 3252051," which was filed by the applicant and inventor of the invention and registered as a utility model on July 18, 2025. [Non-patent literature]

[0004] [Non-Patent Document 1] No non-patent literature related to this invention could be found. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] In modern society, IT and digitalization are progressing rapidly, and people are using their eyes for longer periods of time due to social activities such as operating computers and using smartphones for long periods of time, which is putting a lot of strain on the eyes. As a result, it is said that the effects include eye strain and stiffness in the neck, which can lead to unhealthy autonomic nerves. However, this device uses the restoring (repulsive) force created by the curved resin main shaft to apply moderate contact pressure to the temple (known as Taiyang), which is said to be an acupoint (pressure point) that relieves eye strain, which is common among modern people, for long periods of time without the need for external force (human power). In addition to helping to reduce eye strain, stimulating this acupoint with pressure is also intended to have many other massage effects, such as preventing the progression of presbyopia that progresses with aging, easing migraines, and regulating insomnia and the autonomic nervous system. In addition, by placing the elastic spherical protrusions, which are provided to reduce skin irritation when the main shaft comes into contact with the back of the head, on the "Baihui" point on the top of the head, also known as the "universal acupuncture point," the weight of the device body gently and naturally applies pressure to this acupuncture point for a long period of time, which is expected to contribute to the relief of various physical discomforts such as relieving stress, improving insomnia, and regulating the autonomic nervous system, as well as easing migraines. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The U-shaped curved main shaft body is made of a plastic resin such as polypropylene and is integrally molded in a wrap-around manner with the back of the head as the most recessed part, and hemispherical protrusions molded from a rubber-based material with elasticity to reduce the feeling of contact with the skin are attached to the left and right of the straight part of the U-shaped outlet in a movable manner to match the distance between the back of the head of the individual and the contact area, making it possible to apply pressure to the "temple area" which is the main purpose. Furthermore, by providing elastic spherical protrusions facing downward on the inside of the curve at the most recessed part of the U-shaped curved main shaft, it is possible to prevent the main shaft from slipping down towards the neck. At the same time, elastic spherical protrusions are provided on the left and right sides of the sphere, also in a removable and movable attachment method, with the aim of loosening stiff muscles at the acupuncture points called "Fengchi" and "Tianzhu" in Chinese medicine, located on the left and right sides of the center of the back of the head, thereby improving the effectiveness of using this massage device. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] There are many manual massage devices for the shoulders and neck that are commercially available and widely used, but all of them are designed to be effective when you operate them voluntarily while awake.No devices have been devised that can be used to obtain an effect without artificial movement (natural posture) while getting up or lying on your back while sleeping, and no pressure massage devices have been devised that focus on the temples, which are located next to the corners of the eyes. Furthermore, no device has been devised that applies pressure to the Baihui point on the top of the head, which is also known as the "universal acupuncture point" in traditional Chinese medicine. However, this device is capable of applying pressure to this point as a combined method of use, and by applying pressure to these two points, it is a massage device that helps to alleviate the strain on the eyes, such as eye strain that many modern people suffer from, as well as improving insomnia, autonomic nervous system disorders, stress, and many other physical discomforts. Another feature that makes it significantly different from existing massage devices is that it is possible to apply pressure for long periods of time, effectively utilizing the unconscious time that everyone needs when sleeping. The curved resin main shaft that goes around the back of the head can be left hanging around the neck when not being worn, allowing the user to work while sitting, so if they feel tired eyes or brain after working on a computer for a long time, they can quickly put it on during a break to relieve stiffness.The spherical protrusion in the recess and the similarly elastic spherical protrusions on the left and right can be placed against the headrest of a chair, and the weight of the head can be used to apply pressure to the acupressure points called "Fengchi" and "Tianzhu" at the back of the neck, which is designed to relieve chronic eye fatigue and regulate the autonomic nervous system. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] A picture of the entire device taken from above, with each part numbered. [Figure 2] An image showing the bearing holes for adjusting the spacing of the elastic hemispherical protrusions for "temple" contact pressure provided on the main shaft body and the bearing holes for adjusting the mounting spacing of the elastic spherical protrusions attached to the back of the head. [Figure 3] An image of the device placed on the back of the head and worn normally, taken from the left side of the face [Figure 4] An image of the device normally worn from behind the head [Figure 5] The front image shows the elastic spherical protrusion at the deepest part of the shaft of this device being pressed against the "Hyakukai" point on the top of the head. [Figure 6] A detailed overhead image of the situation shown in Figure 5 above. [Figure 7] An image showing the device worn when lying on your back or sleeping, from the right side. [Figure 8] An image showing the freedom of daily work when the device is not worn and is hung around the neck DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0009] The massage device produced by this invention has a U-shaped curved main shaft made with one-piece molding technology using a resin that is resistant to bending, such as polypropylene, and a spherical protrusion made of elastic material with a diameter of about 25 to 30 mm is attached to the deepest part of the U-shaped curved main shaft, which alleviates irritation at the part of the U-shaped main shaft that comes into contact with the skin at the back of the head, and also has the effect of preventing the main body from slipping downwards on the neck when in use after waking up. [Example]

[0010] The elastic spherical protrusions that protrude inward from the most concave bottom of the U-shaped curved main shaft are placed against the back of the head, and the shafts of the elastic semi-spherical protrusions are simply inserted into the bearing holes, the spacing of which can be adjusted, so that both sides can be pressed against the temples from above the ears to the sides of the outer corners of the eyes.The resilience of the resin in the main shaft body allows natural pressure to be applied to the temples. [Example]

[0011] The elastic spherical protrusion at the deepest part of the curved U-shaped shaft is placed against the Baihui acupuncture point on the top of the head, and the weight of the device naturally presses against the Baihui acupuncture point, achieving a pressure effect on the Baihui acupuncture point. [Example]

[0012] When used in the state of "Example 1," two elastic spherical protrusions, which are provided on the left and right sides of the elastic spherical protrusions that are intended to reduce the sensation of contact with the back of the head, are capable of applying pressure to the muscle acupuncture points known in Chinese medicine as "Fengchi" and "Tianzhu," and these protrusions have movable bearing holes that can be adjusted to suit individual differences in the areas of the body that differ from person to person, thereby creating a structure that can improve the individual differences in the effectiveness of using this massage device. [Example]

[0013] The massage device made by this invention allows the user to simply wear it by placing the hemispherical protrusions on the areas that need pressure, and then the device will naturally and automatically maintain pressure on both temples at the same time, allowing for a long-lasting pressure massage effect not only while getting up, but also while lying on your back or sleeping. [Industrial Applicability]

[0014] Since ancient times, in Oriental (traditional) medicine, stimulating the temples on either side of the corners of the eyes has been said to be such a key acupuncture point for the eyes that it is said that "no need for an eye doctor." However, this device is designed so that the curved part of the resin U-shaped main shaft goes around the back of the head and simultaneously applies pressure to the temples on either side of the corners of the eyes without using any human power. What's more, it can be used not only when waking up, but also when lying on your back or while sleeping. By simply wearing the device, it is possible to naturally stimulate the stiff muscles around the corners of the eyes for a long period of time, and this device can greatly contribute to the alleviation of discomfort for many people who suffer from eye strain, which is said to have become chronic among modern people who use IT devices on a regular basis.If commercialized, it is believed that this device will greatly contribute to the improvement of discomfort for many people who suffer from these physical discomforts. [Explanation of symbols]

[0015] (1) The main body of the massage device is a U-shaped resin shaft with a curved recess. (2) The elastic hemispherical protrusion, which is inserted into the shaft and has an adjustable distance from the back of the head, is used to apply pressure to the temples (herbal name: sun). (3) An elastic spherical protrusion is provided at the bottom recess inside the U-shaped main shaft to cushion contact with the back of the head and prevent slippage. (4) Elastic spherical protrusions that allow pressure to be applied to the acupuncture points (called "Fengchi" or "Tianzhu" in Chinese medicine) located between the back of the head and the ear when used while lying on one's back or sleeping. (5) Five or six bearing holes on the left and right to adjust for individual differences in the distance between the most recessed part of the U-shaped main shaft and the user's temples. (6) Bearing holes for adjusting the spacing of the elastic spherical protrusions (4) (7) The female side of the stretchable zipper band for adjusting the contact pressure strength of the main shaft of (1) (8) Male side fixing band for attaching the stretchable zipper band (7) to the main shaft.

Claims

1. A massage device with a U-shaped resin body and curved recesses at the outlet of the main shaft, which can apply pressure to the temples (herbal name: sun) on both sides of the face. The device is attached with an elastic material and has elastic hemispherical protrusions that can be adjusted to fit the back of the head.

2. A massage device with elastic spherical protrusions attached to the resin main shaft where it comes into contact with the back of the head, to reduce the cushioning between the skin on the back of the head and the main shaft and to prevent slippage.

3. A massage device with two detachable spherical protrusions made of elastic material at the bottom of the U-shaped resin concave curved main shaft, with adjustable spacing to apply pressure to the areas behind the ears and around the "Fengchi" and "Tianzhu" points on the sides of the neck.

4. A massage device having several detachable bearing holes for inserting the elastic hemispherical protrusions of claim 1, which are provided on a U-shaped curved resin main shaft, so that the distance between the protrusions and the back of the head can be freely adjusted depending on the size of the user's head.

5. A massage device with approximately three detachable bearing holes on each side for inserting elastic spherical protrusions attached to the left and right sides of the back of the head as described in claim 3, which are provided on a resin U-shaped curved main shaft, so that the spacing can be adjusted according to the size of the user's neck.

6. The resin U-shaped curved main shaft structure allows pressure to be applied to the contact area using the restoring force of the shaft, eliminating the need for manual effort. This makes it a massage device that can be used 24 hours a day, not just when waking up, but also when lying on your back or while sleeping.

7. By using the elastic spherical protrusions for preventing slippage at the back of the head as described in claim 2 against the top of the head, this massage device can also be used to provide combined pressure to the "Baihui" point.

8. A massage device with elastic hemispherical protrusions attached to the main shaft for temple contact pressure and an elastic zipper band for adjusting the strength of temple contact pressure.

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