Grip strength training and measurement device

Abstract

To provide a grip strength training and measuring device.SOLUTION: The grip training and measuring device comprises: a body 2 to be abutted against and pressed by fingers; a penetration part 3 penetrating the body to demarcate a housing space in the body; and a pressure sensing device 5 installed removably in the housing space. The pressure sensing device comprises: a pressure detection unit 6 for detecting that the fingers press the body, thereafter conducting a pressure magnitude and a pressing time from the body to the pressure sensing device, and outputting pressure measurement data; a processor 7 electrically connected to the pressure detection unit to receive the pressure measurement data; and a feedback device 8 electrically connected to the processor, controlled by the processor so as to generate a first feedback when the pressure measurement data has not reached a predetermined desired value yet, and controlled by the processor so as to generate a second feedback when the pressure measurement data has already reached the predetermined desired value, the second feedback and the first feedback being different from each other.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a pressure training device, and more particularly to a training device for training fingers to perform pressure. [Background technology]

[0002] Hand grips are typically used in fitness training, and a typical fitness hand grip is disclosed in Patent Document 1. Patent Document 1 describes a hand grip in which a spring is sandwiched between two grips, and pressing motions are repeatedly performed to train the muscles in the human hand, strengthen the hand, or improve the reaction speed of the hand. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Taiwan Registered Utility Model No. 626451 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, in the conventional hand grips described above, one grip is usually placed against the first interdigit space of the hand, and the fingers other than the thumb press against the other grip for pressure training. This results in insufficient thumb training. Furthermore, the grip structure described above can only train the pressing motion, and it is not possible to measure whether the pressing force and time are sufficient, making it impossible to guarantee the effectiveness of the training.

[0005] Therefore, the present inventors believed that the above drawbacks could be improved, and as a result of extensive research, they came up with the proposal of the present invention, which effectively improves the above problems through rational design.

[0006] The present invention was made through extensive research by the inventors in view of the above problems, and its object is to provide a grip strength training and measurement device. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] To achieve the above object, one aspect of the present invention provides a grip strength training and measurement device comprising: a main body for selectively contacting and pressing at least one finger against the main body; a through-hole penetrating the main body to define a storage space in the main body; and a pressure sensing device removably installed in the storage space. Here, the pressure sensing device includes a pressure detection unit for transmitting the magnitude and pressing time of the pressure from the main body to the pressure sensing device and outputting pressure measurement data after detecting that the at least one finger has pressed against the main body; a processor electrically connected to the pressure detection unit and receiving the pressure measurement data; and a feedback device electrically connected to the processor, the feedback device being controlled by the processor to generate a first feedback when the pressure measurement data has not reached a predetermined desired value and to generate a second feedback when the pressure measurement data has reached the predetermined desired value, the second feedback being different from the first feedback.

[0008] Preferably, the device further comprises at least one groove provided in the main body, and at least one resistance adjusting gasket that is arranged to correspond to the at least one groove and is selectably attached in the groove, for adjusting the resistance when the at least one finger presses the main body.

[0009] Preferably, the pressure sensor further comprises a display panel disposed on one side of the pressure sensing device and connected to the pressure detection unit so as to receive the pressure measurement data and display the numerical values ​​on the display panel.

[0010] Preferably, the pressure sensing device further includes at least one contact portion provided on the main body for placing at least one of the fingers corresponding thereto; at least one vibration unit installed on the main body and installed corresponding to the at least one contact portion, selectively contacting the at least one finger and transmitting vibration to the at least one finger; and a perceptual training unit installed in the pressure sensing device and electrically connected to the pressure detection unit, selectively controlling the at least one vibration unit to vibrate and causing the at least one finger that receives the vibration to perform the following operation: (A1) converting the at least one finger from a pressured state to a relaxed state, or (A2) converting the at least one finger from a relaxed state to a pressured state, and processing the pressure detection information acquired by the pressure detection unit and outputting a perceptual training result.

[0011] Preferably, the device further comprises at least one finger ring installed in proximity to the main body and for selectively passing at least one of the fingers through; at least one through-hole that penetrates the main body from the outside of the main body toward the storage space and is provided to correspond to at least one of the finger rings; at least one stretch strap having one end connected to at least one of the finger rings and the other end that penetrates the at least one through-hole and is then connected to the pressure sensing device; and a tension sensing unit installed in the pressure sensing device and installed to correspond to the at least one stretch strap, that detects tension in the at least one finger and outputs tension measurement data when the at least one finger moves the at least one finger ring relative to the main body so as to move away from the pressure sensing device.

[0012] Preferably, the processor selectably receives and executes detection instructions. The detection command includes the steps of (S1) receiving the pressure measurement data from the pressure sensing device, determining whether the pressure measurement data is greater than a pressure threshold, and if so, proceeding to step S3, or if not, sending a reminder, recording the number of times the reminder has been sent, and re-executing step S2 after a first delay time, and if the number of times the reminder has been sent is greater than a predetermined number, sending a replacement instruction and warning the measurement user to replace or remove the resistance-adjusting packing, and re-executing step S2 after a second delay time, and (S2) measuring the pressure-receiving time of the pressure sensing device, and if the pressure-receiving time is longer than a predetermined time, the pressure sensing device emits a warning sound to warn the measurement user to relax at least one of the fingers, and calculating the number of effective presses based on the number of times the warning sound is emitted, and if the number of effective presses is less than the predetermined threshold, returning to step S2 again, and if the number of effective presses is greater than or equal to the predetermined threshold, ending the flow chart and sending an inspection report based on the pressure measurement data.

[0013] Preferably, the pressure sensor further comprises a first coupling part provided on one side of the main body that contacts the receiving space, and a second coupling part installed on the pressure sensing device, the first coupling part being installed to correspond to the second coupling part and being selectively connected to the second coupling part.

[0014] Preferably, the connection method between the first connecting part and the second connecting part includes screw connection, magnetic attraction, engagement, pivoting, or tenon structure.

[0015] Preferably, the main body further includes a texture provided on the periphery of the outer edge facing the storage space.

[0016] Preferably, the texture includes a plurality of first textures and a plurality of second textures, and the first textures and the second textures are alternately arranged and equally spaced on the body. [Effects of the Invention]

[0017] The present invention is configured as described above and therefore provides the following effects. Conventional fitness handgrips only allow pressure with four fingers, and cannot guarantee that the pressure and duration are sufficient for each pressure application, resulting in ineffective grip strength training. The grip strength training and measurement device of the present invention allows the user to directly grip the device with the fingers and apply pressure to the device, enabling balanced pressure training for each finger. Furthermore, a feedback device is installed to analyze whether sufficient pressure and duration are applied with each finger pressure application, monitoring "effective pressure" and improving the efficiency of finger grip strength training. The present invention is also applicable to rehabilitation training for hand and muscle-related diseases, and can individually adjust the pressure and duration required for each finger based on the strength of each finger. Setting the effective number of pressures required for each training session assists patients in self-care and shortens the time required for rehabilitation. Furthermore, the present invention installs a sensory training unit to train finger reaction force and gradually guide the user to regain normal physical function in an orderly manner.

[0018] Other features of the present invention will become apparent from the description of this specification and the accompanying drawings. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0019] [Figure 1] 1 is an explanatory external perspective view showing the configuration of a grip strength training and measurement device according to one embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 2] 1 is an explanatory exploded view showing the configuration of a grip strength training and measurement device according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. [Figure 3]10 is an exploded view illustrating a method of connecting a groove and a resistance-adjusting resistance-adjusting packing according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. [Figure 4] 10 is a plan view illustrating an embodiment in which a display panel is installed in a pressure detection device according to the present invention. FIG. [Figure 5] 1 is a plan view illustrating the configuration of a grip strength training and measurement device according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. [Figure 6] 1 is a plan view illustrating the configuration of a grip strength training and measurement device according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. [Figure 7] 10 is a flowchart illustrating a process by which a processor executes a sensing instruction according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] 1 is a plan view illustrating a connection relationship between a main body and a pressure-sensitive device according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. [Figure 9] FIG. 2 is a perspective view illustrating the configuration of the texture of the main body according to an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0020] The present invention will be described below through embodiments of the invention, but the following embodiments do not limit the scope of the invention according to the claims. Furthermore, not all of the combinations of features described in the embodiments are necessarily essential to the solution of the invention.

[0021] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, a grip strength training and measurement device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a main body (2) for selectively contacting and pressing at least one finger, a through-hole (3) that penetrates the main body (2) and defines a storage space (4) in the main body (2), and a pressure sensing device (5) that is removably installed in the storage space (4). Here, the pressure sensing device (5) includes a pressure detection unit (6) for transmitting the magnitude and pressing time of the pressure from the body (2) to the pressure sensing device (5) after detecting that at least one of the fingers has pressed the body (2) and outputting pressure measurement data; a processor (7) electrically connected to the pressure detection unit (6) for receiving the pressure measurement data; and a feedback device (8) electrically connected to the processor (7) and controlled by the processor (7) to generate a first feedback if the pressure measurement data has not reached a predetermined desired value, and controlled by the processor (7) to generate a second feedback if the pressure measurement data has reached the predetermined desired value, the second feedback being different from the first feedback. In a preferred embodiment, the material of the body 2 or the pressure sensing device 5 is latex, silicone, or rubber to transmit finger pressure to the pressure sensing device 5. By replacing the body 2 with a different material, the resistance to be overcome when the finger presses the body 2 can be adjusted. In another preferred embodiment, to improve the accuracy and stability of finger pressure detection, the penetration portion 3 penetrates the center of gravity of the body 2, the body 2 has a ring-shaped structure, and when the pressure sensing device 5 is connected to the body 2, the center of gravity of the pressure sensing device 5 overlaps with the center of gravity of the body 2. In a preferred embodiment, the predetermined desired value includes, but is not limited to, a desired magnitude of pressure and a desired time for receiving pressure.

[0022] More preferably, the device further includes at least one groove (9) on the body (2) and at least one resistance-adjusting gasket (10) corresponding to the at least one groove (9) and selectively installed in the at least one groove (9) for adjusting the resistance when the at least one finger presses the body (2), as shown in FIG. 3 , to accommodate training for people with different physical conditions by adjusting the resistance to be overcome when the finger presses the body (2). In a preferred embodiment, the resistance-adjusting gasket (10) has a thickness ranging from 0.5 mm to 3.0 mm, and may be made of polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, epoxy resin, carbon fiber, or glass fiber, but is not limited thereto. In another preferred embodiment, the groove (9) is located on one side of the body (2) and extends from one side to the other side of the body (2).

[0023] More preferably, the device further includes a display panel 11, as shown in FIG. 4, located on one side of the pressure sensing device 5 and connected to the pressure detection unit 6 to receive the pressure measurement data and display the numerical values ​​on the display panel 11, for intuitively displaying the results of the subject's finger pressure. In a preferred embodiment, the pressure measurement data includes finger pressure, finger pressure duration, finger pressure frequency, finger pressure speed, reaction time from when the finger senses vibration to when it presses, or whether the finger is vibrating. It is possible to select one or more fingers from the thumb, index finger, middle finger, ring finger, or little finger to measure pressure data, obtain pressure measurement data for each finger, and selectably adjust training goals for each finger. In another preferred embodiment, the display panel 11 has a flat or arcuate surface, but the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0024] More preferably, in order to train the reaction sensitivity of the fingers and prevent the onset of hand or muscle-related diseases, as shown in FIG. 5, the device further includes at least one abutment (12) installed on the main body (2) for placing at least one of the fingers corresponding thereto; at least one vibration unit (13) installed on the main body (2) and installed corresponding to the at least one abutment (12), selectively contacting the at least one finger and transmitting vibration to the at least one finger; and a perception training unit installed in the pressure sensing device (5) and electrically connected to the pressure detection unit (6), selectively controlling the at least one vibration unit (13) to vibrate and causing the at least one finger that receives the vibration to perform the following actions: (A1) converting the at least one finger from a pressure state to a relaxed state, or (A2) converting the at least one finger from a relaxed state to a pressure state, and processing the pressure detection information acquired by the pressure detection unit (6) and outputting a perception training result. In a preferred embodiment, the perceptual training results include the reaction time elapsed for a finger to press or release after receiving a vibration, or the average pressing force for each finger press, although the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0025] More preferably, in order to detect and simultaneously train the tension of the fingers, as shown in FIG. 6, at least one finger ring (15) is installed in a position close to the main body (2) and for selectively passing at least one of the fingers through, and at least one through hole (16) is provided in the main body (2) from the outside toward the receiving space (4) and is provided to correspond to at least one of the finger rings (15), one end of which is connected to at least one of the finger rings (15) and the other end of which is connected to at least one of the finger rings (15). The device further includes at least one stretch strap (17) that is inserted through one of the through holes (16) and then connected to the pressure sensing device (5), and a tension sensing unit (18) that is installed in the pressure sensing device (5) and corresponds to the at least one stretch strap (17), and that detects tension in at least one of the fingers and outputs tension measurement data when the at least one finger moves the at least one finger ring (15) away from the pressure sensing device (5) relative to the main body (2).

[0026] More preferably, the grip strength training and measurement device (1) is controlled by a mobile phone, tablet, wearable device, or web server, and provides instructions for the user to perform self-training. Specifically, the processor (7) selectively receives and executes detection instructions. As shown in FIG. 7, the detection instructions include receiving the pressure measurement data from the pressure sensing device (5) (S1); determining whether the pressure measurement data is greater than a pressure threshold; if so, proceeding to step S3; if not, sending a reminder, recording the number of times the reminder has been sent, and executing step S2 again after a first delay time; if the number of times the reminder has been sent is greater than a predetermined number, sending a replacement instruction and warning the measurement user to replace or remove the resistance adjusting packing (10); and repeating step S2 after a second delay time. and (S2) executing step S2 again; and (S3) measuring the pressure receiving time of the pressure sensing device (5), and if the pressure receiving time is longer than a predetermined time, the pressure sensing device (5) emits a warning sound to warn the measuring user to relax at least one of the fingers, and calculates the number of effective presses based on the number of times the warning sound is emitted, and if the number of effective presses is less than a predetermined threshold, returning to step S2 again; if the number of effective presses is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold, ending the flowchart and transmitting an inspection report based on the pressure measurement data.

[0027] More preferably, to prevent discrepancies in pressure measurement data each time a finger is placed on the same position on the body 2 when the body 2 is placed opposite the pressure sensing device 5, the device further includes a first coupling portion 19 provided on one side of the body 2 that contacts the receiving space 4, and a second coupling portion 20 provided on the pressure sensing device 5, as shown in FIG. 8, the first coupling portion 19 being provided corresponding to and selectively connected to the second coupling portion 20. In a preferred embodiment, the coupling method between the first coupling portion 19 and the second coupling portion 20 includes, but is not limited to, a screw connection, a magnetic attraction, a locking mechanism, a pivot connection, or a tenon structure. In another preferred embodiment, the device further includes a contraposition mark provided on the body 2 for placing at least one finger corresponding to the contraposition mark. In another preferred embodiment, the contraposition symbols include a first contraposition symbol for resting the thumb, a second contraposition symbol for resting the index finger, a third contraposition symbol for resting the middle finger, a fourth contraposition symbol for resting the ring finger, and a fifth contraposition symbol for resting the little finger.

[0028] More preferably, the main body 2 further includes a texture 21 provided on the periphery of the main body 2 facing the receiving space 4, as shown in FIG. 9, to provide an anti-slip effect and prevent the main body 2 from shifting when pressed with a finger. In a preferred embodiment, the texture 21 is recessed or protruded from the main body 2, but the present invention is not limited thereto. In another preferred embodiment, the texture 21 includes a plurality of first textures 22 and a plurality of second textures 23, and the first textures 22 and the second textures 23 are alternately arranged and equally spaced on the main body 2. In a preferred embodiment, the texture 21 includes a mesh pattern, a striped pattern, or a dotted pattern, but the present invention is not limited thereto.

[0029] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages. Conventional fitness handgrips only allow pressure with four fingers, and cannot guarantee that the pressure and duration are sufficient for each session, resulting in ineffective grip strength training. The grip strength training and measurement device (1) of the present invention allows the user to directly grip the main body (2) with the fingers and apply pressure to the main body (2), thereby enabling balanced pressure training for each finger. The feedback device (8) analyzes whether each finger pressure is sufficient for a sufficient period of time, monitors "effective pressure," and improves the efficiency of finger grip strength training. The present invention is also applicable to rehabilitation training for hand and muscle-related disorders, and can individually adjust the pressure and duration required for each finger to achieve effective pressure based on the strength of each finger. Setting the effective number of pressures required for each session assists patients in self-care and shortens the time required for rehabilitation. The present invention also includes a sensory training unit (14) to train finger reaction force and gradually guide the user to regain normal physical function.

[0030] The above embodiments are intended to facilitate understanding of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. The present invention may be modified or improved without departing from its spirit, and the present invention naturally includes equivalents. Furthermore, the abstract and title are merely used to aid in searching for a patent proposal and do not limit the scope of the present invention. Furthermore, terms such as "first," "second," etc. in the specification are merely used to indicate the names of components and do not limit the upper or lower limits of the quantity of components. [Explanation of symbols]

[0031] 1 Grip strength training and measurement device 2 Main unit 3 Penetration 4. Storage space 5. Pressure-sensing device 6 Pressure detection unit 7 processors 8 Feedback Device 9 Groove 10 Resistance adjustment packing 11 Display panel 12 Contact part 13 Vibration unit 14 Perceptual Training Unit 15 Finger Ring 16 through holes 17 Stretch Strap 18 Tension sensing unit 19 1st joint 20 Second joint 21 Textures 22 First Texture 23 Second Texture

Claims

1. a main body for selectively contacting and pressing one or more fingers; a penetration portion for penetrating the body and defining an accommodating space in the body; a pressure sensing device removably installed in the storage space; wherein the pressure sensing device is a pressure detection unit for detecting that the finger has pressed against the main body, measuring the magnitude and pressing time of the pressure transmitted from the main body to the pressure sensing device as pressure measurement data, and outputting the pressure measurement data; a sensory training unit; The main body includes: one or more contact portions for placing the one or more fingers, respectively; a vibration unit that is installed on each of the contact portions, that comes into contact with a finger placed on the contact portion, and that transmits vibration to the finger placed on the contact portion; The sensory training unit comprises: By controlling the vibration of at least one of the vibration units electrically connected to the pressure detection unit to be selectively vibrated, the finger to which the vibration is transmitted from the vibration unit is caused to perform the following operation: (A1) converting the finger from a pressure state to a relaxed state, or (A2) converting the finger from a relaxed state to a pressure state. By processing the information acquired by the pressure detection unit, the reaction time elapsed from when the finger receives the vibration until it presses or relaxes, or the average pressure when the finger presses multiple times, is calculated and output as the result of perception training. A training device characterized by:

2. A training device as described in Claim 1, further comprising a display panel, wherein the perceptual training unit displays the perceptual training results on the display panel.

3. A main body, one or more finger rings disposed adjacent to the outer circumferential surface of the body for passing fingers therethrough; a penetration portion for penetrating the body and defining an accommodating space in the body; through holes formed in the main body at positions corresponding to the finger rings, the through holes extending from the outer circumferential surface of the main body toward the receiving space; a pressure sensing device removably installed in the receiving space; one or more stretch straps, one end of which is connected to the finger ring and the other end of which is passed through the through-hole and then connected to the pressure sensing device; a tension sensing unit; The pressure sensing device is a pressure detection unit for detecting that the finger has pressed against the main body, measuring the magnitude and pressing time of the pressure transmitted from the main body to the pressure sensing device as pressure measurement data, and outputting the pressure measurement data; The tension sensing unit is installed in the pressure sensing device and is installed to correspond to the stretch strap, and when the finger passing through the finger ring is stretched and the finger ring moves in a direction away from the pressure sensing device relative to the main body, the tension sensing unit detects tension and outputs measurement data of the detected tension.

4. At least one groove provided in the body; 4. The training device according to claim 1, further comprising at least one resistance adjusting gasket that is disposed to correspond to at least one of the grooves and is selectably attached in the groove, and that adjusts the resistance when at least one of the fingers presses against the main body.

5. a first coupling portion provided on one side of the main body that contacts the receiving space; 2. The training device of claim 1, further comprising: a second coupling portion mounted on the pressure sensing device, the first coupling portion being mounted to correspond to and selectively coupled to the second coupling portion.

6. 6. The training device according to claim 5, wherein the connection between the first connecting part and the second connecting part includes a screw connection, a magnetic attraction, a coupling, a pivot connection, or a tenon structure.

7. 2. The training device according to claim 1, further comprising a texture provided on the periphery of the outer edge of the main body facing the storage space.

8. 8. The training device of claim 7, wherein the textures include a plurality of first textures and a plurality of second textures, and the first textures and the second textures are arranged alternately and are installed at equal intervals on the body.

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