Magnetic therapy device

Abstract

To provide a magnetic therapy device that is relatively compact, has a relatively simple device configuration, and is capable of generating a variable magnetic field.SOLUTION: A magnetic therapy device 200 according to the present invention comprises: a horizontal connecting part 50 to which magnets 10 (15) are fixed at both ends; a vertical connecting part 55 which secures the horizontal connecting part 50; and a housing part 40 which supports the vertical connecting part 55. Inside the housing part 40, a vibration generating device (e.g., an electric motor that generates vibration or a piezoelectric type vibrator) is built in. A housing body part 42 constituting the housing part 40 has a generally cylindrical shape. A switch part 41 that can turn on and off the vibration is provided on the housing body part 42. At both ends of the horizontal connecting part 50, a first magnet 15a having a first pole (S or N) on the inner side and a second pole (N or S) on the outer side, and a second magnet 15b having the second pole on the inner side and the first pole on the outer side are provided as magnets 10 (15).SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 16

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention , magnetic relates to a gas treatment device. In particular, the device structure is simple and the cost is low Magnetism gas treatment Container (vibration type (magnetic therapy device).

Background Art

[0002] Magnetic fields are known to affect the human body, other organisms, water, chemical agents, etc. And magnetic fields are applied to magnetic field therapy (magnetic therapy) of local parts of the human body (see, for example, Patent Document 1 and Patent Document 2). Patent Document 1 discloses a magnetic therapy device that can enhance the magnetic therapy effect by preventing the leakage of magnetic force lines and making the structure such that the emission height of the magnetic force lines upward and the intensity of the magnetic force lines are maximized. Further, Patent Document 2 discloses a compact rotary magnetic therapy device that can generate a variable magnetic field over a wide range.

[0003] The magnetic therapy device disclosed in Patent Document 1 is shown in FIG. 1. The magnetic therapy device 1000 shown in FIG. 1 is a magnetic therapy device that rotates at a low speed (low-speed rotary magnetic therapy device). This magnetic therapy device 1000 is composed of two or more even numbers of ferromagnetic bodies 101 and a magnetic conduction rotary arm 102. Each ferromagnetic body 101 is symmetrically mounted and fixed on the same surface of the magnetic conduction rotary arm 102. The magnetic poles of the free surfaces of the two symmetric ferromagnetic bodies 101 are different (S and N). The area of the free surface of the ferromagnetic body 101 is larger than the area of the connection surface. Further, the cross section of the ferromagnetic body 101 is a geometric shape without corners. The magnetic conduction rotary arm 102 and the ferromagnetic body 101 are rotated by an electric device 104.

[0004] In the magnetic therapy device 1000 shown in Figure 1, the cross-section of the ferromagnetic material 101 has a geometric shape without corners, which reduces leakage of magnetic field lines and the amount of ferromagnetic material used. In addition, the magnetic field strength is increased in a predetermined direction, preventing interference of magnetic field lines with other electronic products. Furthermore, because the area of ​​the free surface of the ferromagnetic material 101 is larger than the area of ​​the connecting surface, magnetic field lines are emitted from the free surface of one ferromagnetic material 101 and absorbed from the free surface of the other ferromagnetic material 101. The magnetic field lines inside the ferromagnetic material then pass from one ferromagnetic material 101 through the magnetic guide rotating arm 102 and enter the other ferromagnetic material 101. As a result, the magnetic field lines concentrate, and the magnetic field strength is maximized. In addition, due to the edge effect of the magnetic field, the upward emission height of the magnetic field lines is increased, and the magnetic flux density is increased, thereby enhancing the magnetic therapy effect. In addition, the electric motor 104 can be used to rotate the magnetic guide arm 102 and the ferromagnetic material 101 at a low speed, enabling magnetic therapy using a strong magnetic field.

[0005] Figure 2 also shows a magnetic therapy device disclosed in Patent Document 2. Figure 2(a) is a top view of the magnetic therapy device 1100 of Patent Document 2, and Figure 2(b) is a cross-sectional view of the magnetic therapy device 1100. The magnetic therapy device 1100 shown in Figure 2 is used by being attached to the skin 190 of the human body. The magnetic therapy device 1100 comprises a housing 120. The housing 120 is provided with a switch 110 and a USB terminal 130. A battery 110 is also housed inside the housing 120. The housing 120 has a bottom surface, which is the part that comes into direct or indirect contact with the skin 190 when the magnetic therapy device 1100 is attached to the skin 190. The housing 120 also houses a therapeutic magnet unit 130, which is supported by a support base 140. The support base 140 is rotated by a rotary drive device 150 around a rotation shaft 160 that extends substantially perpendicular to the bottom surface.

[0006] In the case of conventional adhesive magnetic therapy devices, the magnets are fixed in a specific position on the skin, and the magnetic field becomes fixed, leading to a phenomenon known as "habituation," which reduces the effectiveness of the magnetic therapy. Furthermore, when using a rotating magnetic therapy device attached to the user's skin, it is difficult to stably attach and operate the device on the user's skin. Under these circumstances, the magnetic therapy device 1100 shown in Figure 2 has a compact configuration and can generate a fluctuating magnetic field over a wide area. To explain further, when the rotating magnetic therapy device 1100 is attached to the skin 190 of the human body, the support base 140 rotates in a plane approximately parallel to the bottom surface of the housing 120, thereby generating a fluctuating magnetic field over a wide area of ​​the skin 190. [Prior art documents] [Patent Documents]

[0007] [Patent Document 1] Utility Model Registration No. 3176304 Gazette [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Publication No. 2020-68884 [Overview of the project] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0008] The magnetic therapy device 1000 shown in Figure 1 appears to be intended for use in relatively large to medium-sized devices (for example, in the form of a chair) (see Figures 6 and 7 of Patent Document 1), but there are also cases where a small, handheld type is desired for easy use anywhere. Furthermore, in chair-type devices, the direction of the magnetism (or magnetic field lines) is relatively easy to see, but since magnetism is invisible, it can be difficult to immediately determine the direction or area in which the magnetism (magnetic field lines, magnetic flow) is being emitted in a small, handheld magnetic therapy device. In other words, users want to apply magnetism to a specific area (such as the affected area), but it is often difficult to tell whether it is being applied there. The inventor of the present invention has been diligently studying how to make this easier to understand.

[0009] Furthermore, while the magnetic therapy device 1100 shown in Figure 2 can be fixed to a specific location on the skin, it is not always possible to fix the magnetic therapy device 1100 to the skin at the desired location when one wishes to apply magnetism to that area. In other words, the magnetic therapy device 1100 shown in Figure 2 can only be used in areas where it can be fixed to the skin.

[0010] Under such circumstances, the inventor of the present invention has created a device that is relatively compact and has a relatively simple configuration. magnetic We diligently considered how we could somehow create a therapeutic device, and this led us to the present invention. This invention was made in view of the above, and its main purpose is, It is a relatively compact device with a relatively simple configuration, and can generate a fluctuating magnetic field. The objective is to provide energy therapy devices. [Means for solving the problem]

[0011] The magnetic therapy device according to the present invention comprises a horizontal connecting section with magnets fixed at both ends, an upper and lower connecting section that fixes the horizontal connecting section, and a housing section that supports the upper and lower connecting section. A vibration generating device is built into the housing section. The housing body that constitutes the housing section is substantially cylindrical in shape. The housing body is provided with a switch that can turn the vibration on and off. At both ends of the horizontal connecting section, there are a first magnet with the first pole on the inside and the second pole on the outside, and a second magnet with the second pole on the inside and the first pole on the outside.

[0012] In one preferred embodiment, the central portion of the horizontal connecting portion is connected to the tip portion of the vertical connecting portion. The vibration generating device is at least one of an electric motor and a piezoelectric vibrator that generates vibrations.

[0013] Another magnetic therapy device according to the present invention comprises an upper and lower connecting portion to which a magnet is fixed, and a housing portion that supports the upper and lower connecting portion. A vibration generating device is built into the housing portion. The housing body portion that constitutes the housing portion has a substantially cylindrical shape. The housing body portion is provided with a switch portion that can turn the vibration on and off. The upper and lower connecting portion is provided with a first magnet as the magnet, which has a first pole on the inside and a second pole on the outside.

[0014] This invention Embodiment The rotating magnetic therapy device comprises a first magnet with a first polarity facing outwards and a second polarity facing inwards, a second magnet with a second polarity facing outwards and a first polarity facing inwards, a disc member for fixing the first and second magnets, an electric motor for rotating the disc member, a fan connected to the disc member, and a housing containing a battery for supplying power to the electric motor.

[0015] In one preferred embodiment, the first magnet and the second magnet are disc-shaped neodymium magnets. The back surfaces of the first magnet and the second magnet are fixed to the surface of the disc member. The electric motor is provided on the back side of the disc member. The first magnet is located in the center of the disc member. The second magnet is located on the outer edge of the disc member, beyond the center. The diameter of the first magnet is smaller than the diameter of the second magnet. One first magnet is provided. Multiple second magnets are provided.

[0016] In one preferred embodiment, the plurality of second magnets are arranged at equal intervals along the outer circumference of the single first magnet on the disc member. The housing has a cylindrical shape that can be grasped by the user's hand. The direction from the back surface of the first magnet toward the front surface is the direction in which the airflow from the fan, which is rotated by the electric motor, travels.

[0017] In one preferred embodiment, four second magnets are arranged at equal intervals along the outer circumference of one first magnet. The battery is a lithium-ion battery. The housing has a cylindrical shape that can be held in the user's hand. The housing is provided with an on / off switch for driving the electric motor. The housing is provided with terminals for charging the lithium-ion battery.

[0018] In one preferred embodiment, the first and second magnets are fixed to the surface of the disc member, with the back surfaces of the first and second magnets being disc-shaped. The electric motor is provided on the back side of the disc member. The first and second magnets are positioned close to the center of the disc member. The diameters of the first and second magnets are the same. There is one of each of the first and second magnets.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment, on the disk member, the first magnet and the second magnet are in contact with each other. The housing portion has a cylindrical shape that can be gripped by a user's hand. The direction from the back surface to the front surface of the first magnet is the direction in which the wind of the fan that rotates by driving the electric motor blows.

Advantages of the Invention

[0020] The magnetic therapy device according to the present invention comprises a housing that supports a horizontal connecting portion with magnets fixed at both ends, and a vibration generating device is built into the housing. When the vibration generating device vibrates, the first magnet and the second magnet vibrate, generating a displacement magnetic field. As a result, by applying this displacement magnetic field to the affected area, a displacement current is generated in the affected area, and treatment (or assistance in treatment) can be performed using this displacement current.

[0021] According to the rotational magnetic therapy device Embodiment of the present invention, since the disk member to which the first magnet and the second magnet are fixed can be rotated by an electric motor to rotate the fan connected to the disk member, a variable magnetic field can be generated by the rotation of the first magnet and the second magnet, and the wind generated by the rotation of the fan can be blown to the location where the variable magnetic field hits. As a result, a rotational magnetic therapy device that makes it easy to grasp the location where the magnet hits can be realized. <​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​This is a schematic diagram illustrating the operation of the rotating magnetic therapy device 100. [Figure 9] This is a front view showing the configuration of a modified example of the rotating magnetic therapy device 100. [Figure 10] This is a front view showing the configuration of a modified example of the rotating magnetic therapy device 100. [Figure 11] This figure shows an example of the arrangement of the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12. [Figure 12] This figure shows an example of the arrangement of the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12. [Figure 13] This figure shows an example of the arrangement of the first magnet 11(10). [Figure 14] This figure shows an example of the arrangement of the first magnet 11(10). [Figure 15] This figure shows an example of the arrangement of the first magnet 11(10). [Figure 16] This is a front view showing the configuration of a magnetic therapy device (vibration-type magnetic therapy device) 200 according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 17] This is a side view showing the configuration of the magnetic therapy device 200. [Figure 18] This is a schematic diagram illustrating the operation of the magnetic therapy device 200. [Figure 19] This is a front view showing the configuration of a magnetic therapy device (vibration-type magnetic therapy device) 210 according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 20] This is a side view showing the configuration of the magnetic therapy device 210. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0023] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. In the following drawings, for the sake of brevity, the same reference numerals are used for members and parts that perform the same function, and redundant explanations may be omitted or simplified. In addition, while the dimensional relationships (length, width, thickness, etc.) in each drawing are basically intended to satisfy the dimensional relationships, they may not always accurately reflect the actual dimensional relationships.

[0024] Furthermore, matters other than those specifically mentioned herein but necessary for carrying out the present invention can be understood as design matters for those skilled in the art based on the prior art. The present invention can be carried out based on the contents disclosed herein and in the drawings and common technical knowledge in the art. In addition, the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

[0025] Figure 3 is a front view showing the configuration of a rotating magnetic therapy device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 is a rear view showing the configuration of the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 according to this embodiment. Figures 5 and 6 are a side view and a perspective view of the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 being held in the hand.

[0026] As shown in Figure 3, the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment is equipped with a plurality of magnets (permanent magnets) 10(11, 12), and has a mechanism that generates a fluctuating magnetic field by rotating the plurality of permanent magnets 10(11, 12). The rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment is composed of a plurality of magnets 10(11, 12), a disc member 20 that fixes the magnets 10(11, 12), an electric motor 35 that rotates the disc member 20, a fan 22 connected to the disc member 20, and a housing 40 that houses a battery (45) that supplies power to the electric motor 35.

[0027] In the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment, the multiple magnets 10 are a first magnet 11 and a second magnet 12, and are arranged on a disc member 20. The first magnet 11 is a permanent magnet with its first polarity (here, the south pole) facing outwards and its second polarity (here, the north pole) facing inwards. The second magnet 12 is a permanent magnet with its second polarity (here, the north pole) facing outwards and its first polarity (here, the south pole) facing inwards. Conversely to what is shown in the illustration, the first polarity may be the north pole and the second polarity may be the south pole.

[0028] In this embodiment, the magnets 10(11, 12) can be rare-earth permanent magnets (for example, neodymium magnets or samarium-cobalt magnets). The first magnet 11 and the second magnet in this embodiment can be, for example, those with a magnetic flux density of 200 millitesla (mT) to 510 millitesla (mT). In the illustrated example, the first magnet 11 and the second magnet are neodymium magnets. In addition, depending on the magnitude of the fluctuating magnetic field to be generated, it is also possible to use magnets other than rare-earth permanent magnets (for example, ferrite magnets) as the magnets 10(11, 12) in this embodiment. Note that rare-earth permanent magnets (for example, neodymium magnets) can raise the upper limit of magnetic flux density compared to ferrite magnets (for example, neodymium magnets of 500 mT or higher). In a preferred example of this embodiment, the first magnet 11 is a disc-shaped neodymium magnet with a diameter of 10 mm, a thickness of 5 mm, and a magnetic flux density of 416 mT. The second magnet 12 is a disc-shaped neodymium magnet with a diameter of 20 mm, a thickness of 5 mm, and a torque of 261 mT (or a disc-shaped neodymium magnet with a diameter of 15 mm, a thickness of 5 mm, and a torque of 315 mT).

[0029] The disc member 20 that fixes the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 is made of resin. While the disc member 20 may be constructed from other materials (e.g., wood, ceramic, etc.), using resin offers advantages such as lightness, resistance to breakage (or low cost and suitability for mass production). In this embodiment, the disc member 20 has a diameter of, for example, 2 cm to 5 cm (3 cm in the illustration), but other dimensions are also acceptable. The back surfaces of the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 are fixed to the surface of the disc member 20. In this embodiment, the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 are fixed (bonded) to the disc member 20 with adhesive. However, the fixing of the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 to the disc member 20 may also be done by methods other than adhesive (e.g., fitting, screwing, tape application, etc.).

[0030] In this embodiment, the first magnet 11 is positioned in the center of the disc member 20 (around the rotation center). The second magnet 12 is positioned further outward from the center of the disc member 20. In this embodiment, one first magnet 11 is provided, and multiple second magnets 12 are provided. In the illustrated example, two second magnets 12 are provided. The diameter of the first magnet 11 is smaller than the diameter of the second magnet 12. By making the dimensions (diameter) of the first magnet 11, which is positioned in the center, smaller than the dimensions (diameter) of the second magnet 12, which is positioned on the outer circumference, it is possible to achieve a more compact arrangement of the entire assembly.

[0031] Furthermore, the diameter of the first magnet 11 in this embodiment is 0.5 cm to 2 cm (1 cm in the illustration), and the diameter of the second magnet 12 is 0.5 cm to 3 cm (1.5 cm in the illustration), but other dimensions are also acceptable. In the example configuration of this embodiment, the diameter of the second magnet 12 is 1.5 times (or more) the diameter of the first magnet 11. Also, the outer edge (side surface) of the second magnet 12 is arranged to be in close contact with the outer edge (side surface) of the first magnet 11. This contact is achieved by magnetic force (and also by adhesive). Note that a configuration in which there is a gap between the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 is also acceptable. In the example configuration of this embodiment, a part of the second magnet 12 (the outer part) is arranged to protrude from the disc member 20.

[0032] As shown in Figures 3 to 5, an electric motor 35 is provided on the back side of the disc member 20. The electric motor 35 rotates when electricity (DC current, power) is supplied to its coil. The rotation output shaft of the electric motor 35 is connected to the disc member 20, and therefore, the rotation of the electric motor 35 causes the disc member 20, to which the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 are fixed, to rotate. The rotational speed of the disc member 20 (or fan 22) is, for example, 2000 revolutions / minute or more, or 7000 revolutions / minute or less, and a preferred example is 2200 to 6710 revolutions / minute. The rotational speed can be measured, for example, using a non-contact tachometer (a mini non-contact tachometer UT373 manufactured by UNI-T).

[0033] In this embodiment, the battery 45 that supplies power to the electric motor 35 is housed within the housing 40. The battery 45 in this embodiment is a rechargeable secondary battery, specifically a lithium-ion battery (rechargeable lithium-ion battery). The lithium-ion battery 45 in this example has characteristics of 3.7V, 1200mAh, and 4.44Wh. Note that the battery 45 in this embodiment may be a primary battery (dry cell battery) instead of a secondary battery.

[0034] In this embodiment, a fan (blade portion) 22 is connected to a disc member 20. In the illustrated example configuration, the fan 22 is formed to extend from the side of the disc member 20. In this example, the fan 22 has 6 blades, but the number of blades is not limited to this number. In this embodiment, the disc member 20 and the fan 22 are integrally molded parts and are made of the same type of resin material. It is also possible to manufacture the disc member 20 and the fan 22 separately and connect them, but integrally molded parts are advantageous in terms of manufacturing cost and strength.

[0035] Furthermore, in this embodiment, an upper cover 30 is provided to cover the fan 22. In the illustrated example, the upper cover 30 has protective members 32 formed thereon to protect fingers and other body parts from the rotation of the fan 22. In the illustrated example, the protective members 32 are a plurality of strip-shaped members arranged at equal intervals. In this embodiment, the protective members 32 are arranged on the outer periphery, but they may also be extended to cover the disc member 20 (or the central part).

[0036] As shown in Figure 4, the housing portion 40 of this embodiment is connected to the rear portion 33 of the upper cover 30 through a connecting portion 34 (upper and lower member connecting portion). In the configuration of this embodiment, the housing body portion 42 constituting the housing portion 40 has a cylindrical shape (here, a cylindrical shape). The connecting portion 34 extends from the housing body portion 42 and is connected to the rear portion 33. In addition, in the configuration of this embodiment, a protective member 32 extends from the rear portion 33. An electric motor 35 is positioned on the front side of the rear portion 33. In other words, the electric motor 35 is located between the rear portion 33 and the disc member 20.

[0037] Furthermore, the housing portion 40 of this embodiment has a shape (housing body portion 42) that can be grasped (or held) by the user's hand. The housing portion 40 (housing body portion 42) is provided with an on / off switch portion 41 for driving the electric motor 35. In addition to turning the electric motor 35 on and off, the switch portion 41 of this embodiment is designed to change the rotation strength in multiple stages (for example, weak, medium, strong). Specifically, by pressing the switch portion 41, the electric motor 35 can be changed from off to on (weak) → medium → strong → off. For example, the rotation speed at weak (low speed) is approximately 2200 to 2400 revolutions / minute, the rotation speed at medium (medium speed) is approximately 2400 to 4600 revolutions / minute, and the rotation speed at strong (high speed) is approximately 3100 to 6800 revolutions / minute.

[0038] Furthermore, the housing portion 40 (main housing portion 42) is provided with a charging terminal 43 for the battery (lithium-ion battery) 45. In the illustrated example, the charging terminal 43 is a USB terminal, and the terminals of a charging cable (USB cable) 46 can be connected to this USB terminal 43. By connecting the charging cable (USB cable) 46 to another power source, the battery 45 of this embodiment can be charged, or the power from that power source can be used to drive the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 (or electric motor 35) of this embodiment.

[0039] Furthermore, a control circuit (circuit board) for charging the battery 45 (internal power supply) and driving the electric motor 35 is located inside the housing portion 40 (housing body portion 42). The wiring from the battery 45 (or control circuit) is electrically connected to the electric motor 35 by passing through the inside of the connecting portion 34 (upper and lower member connecting portion). In this embodiment, the housing portion 40 (housing body portion 42) is made of resin, but it may be made of other materials. A strap 48 for preventing detachment is provided on a part of the housing portion 40 (housing body portion 42).

[0040] As shown in Figures 5 and 6, the forward direction (arrow 90) of the disc member 20 on which the magnets 10 (11, 12) are arranged is the direction in which the fluctuating magnetic field (the fluctuating magnetic field due to the rotation of the magnets 10 (11, 12)) is directed, and is also the direction in which the wind from the fan 22 is directed. In other words, in the illustrated example, the direction from the back surface (N pole) to the front surface (S pole) of the first magnet 11 is the direction of arrow 99 (forward direction).

[0041] The magnetic therapy device 1000 shown in Figure 1 and the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 7 and 8. Figure 7 is a schematic diagram illustrating the operation of the magnetic therapy device 1000 shown in Figure 1, and Figure 8 is a schematic diagram illustrating the operation of the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment.

[0042] As shown in Figure 7, in the case of the magnetic therapy device 1000, the ferromagnetic body 101 supported by the magnetic rotating arm 102 rotates (S), generating a fluctuating magnetic field that comes into contact with the skin 190 of the human body and has an effect (specifically, treating the affected area). In the case of the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment, the magnets 10 (11, 12) rotate (S), generating a fluctuating magnetic field that comes into contact with the skin 190 of the human body and has an effect (arrow 90), while the fan 22 rotates (S) and its wind (W) comes into contact with the skin 190. Therefore, the affected area (190) can be treated by the effect of the fluctuating magnetic field, and it is immediately possible to tell whether the fluctuating magnetic field is coming into contact with the affected area by the wind (W).

[0043] As described above, with the rotary magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment, the fan 22 connected to the disc member 20, to which the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 are fixed, can be rotated by an electric motor 35. Therefore, a fluctuating magnetic field can be generated by the rotation of the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12, and the wind (W) generated by the rotation of the fan 22 can blow wind (W) onto the area (affected area (or magnetic irradiation area) 190) where the fluctuating magnetic field is applied. As a result, a rotary magnetic therapy device 100 can be realized that makes it easy to grasp the area (190) where the magnet is applied. In addition, the rotary magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment is compact, and it is easy for the user (or practitioner) to hold it in their hand and apply the generated magnetism (fluctuating magnetism) to any desired area (190). In this respect, it differs significantly from the rotary magnetic therapy device 1100 (see Figure 2), which can only be used by being attached to (in contact with) the skin.

[0044] In the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment, a magnetic flux is formed in front of the magnet 10 by fixing the magnet 10 (11, 12) to the disc member 20 (rotor) and rotating it. The formed magnetic flux and the displacement current associated with the fluctuation of the magnetic flux work to heal the affected area 190. In the case of the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment, compared to the type that is attached to the skin, the magnetic flux can be sent over a longer distance, and the fluctuation of the magnetic flux is large, and since the wind and magnetic flux are in the same direction (arrow 90), it is easy to align the magnetic flux with the affected area. Since the device of a handy type fan (mini fan) can be used, manufacturing costs can be reduced, the rotation speed can be easily adjusted (low, medium, high), and there is also the advantage of quiet hand vibration. In addition, the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment is easy to handle.

[0045] Furthermore, by using the rotating magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 100 of this embodiment, a displacement current can be generated in the affected area (160), supplying energy to it. The rotating magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 100 of this embodiment is particularly effective in treating sprains, stiff shoulders, and other ailments. In addition, while natural fatigue recovery can be expected after fatigue, the displacement current itself possesses the power of recovery, making it effective as an auxiliary recovery device and effective in recovering from pain caused by sprains, etc. It can also be used to assist in the recovery of body deformities caused by injuries, etc., with prolonged use, and can also be used as an auxiliary in post-surgical rehabilitation. It can also produce effects similar to acupuncture and moxibustion. In addition, since the fluctuating magnetic field passes through the body, it can also heal affected areas inside the body. Because it is a displacement current (generated electricity) caused by a fluctuating field, it has the potential to be effective against bacteria and cancer. It is also expected to be useful as an auxiliary in the treatment of diabetes (type 2) and cataracts.

[0046] In the rotating magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 100 of this embodiment, by using a powerful magnet 10 (neodymium magnet), a displacement current can be generated to a practical level even with a simple configuration. Furthermore, even with a simple configuration, an appropriate rotation speed can be generated, sufficient fluctuation of the magnetic flux can be obtained, and a displacement current to a practical level can be obtained. Thus, the generated magnetic flux and the displacement current associated with the magnetic flux fluctuation work to heal (or support the healing) of the affected area 190.

[0047] The rotating magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 100 of this embodiment can be modified as follows. Figures 9 and 10 show examples of modifications to the rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment.

[0048] In a modified example of this embodiment, the second magnets 12 are arranged at equal intervals along the outer circumference of the central first magnet 11. In the configuration shown in Figure 9, three second magnets 12 (12a, 12b, 12c) are arranged. Thus, instead of two second magnets 12, three (or more) may be arranged. In the example shown in Figure 9, they are arranged at equal intervals (forming an equilateral triangle), but if a slightly offset arrangement does not affect the therapeutic effect, that arrangement may also be adopted. Note that in the configuration shown in Figure 9, (reverse of the configuration example shown in Figure 3) the surface of the first magnet 11 is the south pole and the surface of the second magnet 12 is the north pole.

[0049] Furthermore, in the configuration shown in Figure 10, four second magnets 12 (12a, 12b, 12c, 12d) are arranged. The configuration example shown in Figure 10 has the advantage that it is easier to arrange the second magnets 12 because they are aligned in a cross shape.

[0050] Other modified examples can be constructed as follows. Note that the north and south poles are interchangeable, and the examples shown represent the case of one pole. (1) Arrange three magnets 10 in a row so that they are north, south, north (similar to the example shown in Figure 3; an example of a configuration arranged in a row). (2) Arrange four magnets 10. Arrange one in the center (south pole) and three around it (north poles) (similar to the example shown in Figure 9). (3) Arrange five magnets 10. Arrange one in the center (south pole) and four around it (north poles) (similar to the example shown in Figure 10).

[0051] Furthermore, when using the rotating magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 100 of this embodiment near an affected area (190) of the human body, modifications as shown in Figure 11 may be made.

[0052] Figure 11 shows an example of the arrangement of magnets 10 (11, 12) in a modified rotating magnetic therapy device 100 of this embodiment. When used close to the affected area (190) of the human body, it is often used for pinpoint irradiation (applying a fluctuating magnetic field) rather than for use over a wide area. Therefore, as shown in Figure 11, the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 can be placed adjacent to each other in the center of the disc member 20. In Figure 11, magnets (neodymium magnets) 10 of the same size (same type) are used. Note that in the configuration examples shown in Figures 3, 9, and 10, magnets (neodymium magnets) 10 of the same size (same type) may also be used.

[0053] If you want to apply a magnetic field over a wider area than the configuration example shown in Figure 11, you may arrange the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 further apart, as shown in the configuration example in Figure 12. In the example shown in Figure 11, the first magnet 11 and the second magnet 12 are arranged symmetrically with respect to the central axis (C) of the disc member 20.

[0054] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 13 to 15, a rotating magnetic therapy device 100 using a single magnet 11(10) may also be used. Figure 13 shows an example where the center of the magnet 11(10) is located on the central axis (C) of the disc member 20. Figure 14 shows an example where a part (or outer edge) of the magnet 11(10) is located on the central axis (C) of the disc member 20 (in other words, an example where the center of the magnet 10 is misaligned with the central axis (C) of the disc member 20). Figure 15 shows an example where the magnet 11(10) is not located in the region of the central axis (C) of the disc member 20.

[0055] In the configuration of the rotating magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 100 of this embodiment, the rotation speed affects the strength of the fluctuating magnetic field. When the inventor of the present invention measured the rotation speed, the following results were obtained. In the configuration example shown in Figure 13, when the first magnet 11 has a diameter of 15 mm, the low (slow) rotation speed is 2401 revolutions / min, the medium (medium) rotation speed is 3002 revolutions / min, and the high (high) rotation speed is 3303 revolutions / min. In the configuration example shown in Figure 3, when the first magnet 11 has a diameter of 10 mm and the second magnet 12 has a diameter of 15 mm, the low (slow) rotation speed is 2421 revolutions / min, the medium (medium) rotation speed is 2676 revolutions / min, and the high (high) rotation speed is 3180 revolutions / min. In the configuration example shown in Figure 9, when the first magnet 11 has a diameter of 10 mm and the second magnet 12 has a diameter of 15 mm, the low (low speed) rotation speed is 2218 revolutions / min, the medium (medium speed) rotation speed is 2456 revolutions / min, and the high (high speed) rotation speed is 2710 revolutions / min. In the configuration example shown in Figure 10, when the first magnet 11 has a diameter of 10 mm and the second magnet 12 has a diameter of 15 mm, the low (low speed) rotation speed is 2236 revolutions / min, the medium (medium speed) rotation speed is 4611 revolutions / min, and the high (high speed) rotation speed is 6710 revolutions / min. The configuration example shown in Figure 10 shows the best rotation speed because the layout of the magnets 10 (11, 12) contributes well to the rotation. Furthermore, the strength of the fluctuating magnetic field can be increased by this high rotation speed. In other words, even with the same motor, the rotation speed changes depending on the layout of the magnets, and the fluctuating magnetic field that is generated changes accordingly.

[0056] Figure 16 is a front view showing the configuration of a magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 200 according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 17 is a side view showing the configuration of the magnetic therapy device 200. The magnetic therapy device 200 of this embodiment is a vibrating type fluctuating magnetic field generator, rather than a rotating type as shown in Figure 3.

[0057] The magnetic therapy device 200 of this embodiment utilizes the structure of a vibrating electric toothbrush. The magnetic therapy device 200 consists of a horizontal connecting section (left-right connecting section) 50 with magnets 15 (15a, 15b) fixed at both ends, an upper-lower connecting section 55 that fixes the horizontal connecting section (left-right connecting section) 50, and a housing section 40 that supports the upper-lower connecting section 55.

[0058] The central part of the horizontal connecting part 50 is connected to the tip of the upper and lower connecting part 55. The connection between the upper and lower connecting part 55 and the horizontal connecting part 50 can be done with adhesive, but other means (e.g., fitting, screw fastening, fusion bonding, tape fixing, etc.) may also be used. It is also possible to use a component in which the upper and lower connecting part 55 and the horizontal connecting part 50 are integrally molded. At both ends of the horizontal connecting part 50, there is a first magnet 15a with the inner side being the south pole and the outer side being the north pole, and a second magnet 15b with the inner side being the north pole and the outer side being the south pole. Note that the south and north poles may be reversed. The magnets 10 (15a, 15b) at both ends of the horizontal connecting part 50 can be done with adhesive, but other means (e.g., fitting, tape fixing, etc.) may also be used.

[0059] The housing 40 contains a vibration generator (an electric motor that generates vibrations, or a piezoelectric vibrator) and a battery (a dry cell battery (primary battery) or a secondary battery). Alternatively, the housing 40 may not contain a battery and may be powered by an electrical outlet. The vibration generator can generate vibrations (sound wave vibrations) at frequencies of, for example, 200-300 Hz. These vibrations cause the horizontal connecting section 50 and the magnets 10 (15a, 15b) fixed to the horizontal connecting section 50 to vibrate, generating a fluctuating magnetic field.

[0060] The housing body 42, which constitutes the housing 40, has a cylindrical shape (approximately cylindrical) and can be grasped (held) by hand. The housing body 42 is provided with a switch 41 that can turn the vibration on and off. It is also possible to configure the device so that the vibration frequency changes, such as strong, (medium), and weak, depending on the operation (pressing) of the switch 41.

[0061] Figure 18 is a schematic diagram illustrating the operation of the vibrating magnetic therapy device 200 of this embodiment. When the horizontal connecting part 50' vibrates, the first magnet 15a and the second magnet 15b vibrate, thereby generating a displacement magnetic field. By applying this displacement magnetic field to the affected area 190', a displacement current is generated in the affected area 190', and treatment (or assistance in treatment) is performed using this displacement current. The vibration frequency of this configuration example (T-shaped vibrating magnetic therapy device 200) is, for example, 360 RPM (vibrations per minute).

[0062] Figure 19 is a front view showing the configuration of a magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 210 of another embodiment according to the present invention, and Figure 20 is a side view showing the configuration of the magnetic therapy device 210. The magnetic therapy device 210 of this embodiment is also a vibrating type fluctuating magnetic field generator, similar to the one shown in Figure 16, but differs from the one shown in Figure 16 in that it has only one magnet 15(10). In the magnetic therapy device (displacement current generator) 210, the magnet 15(10) vibrates, thereby generating a displacement magnetic field. By applying this displacement magnetic field to the affected area 190', a displacement current is generated in the affected area 190', and treatment (or assistance in treatment) is performed using this displacement current. The vibration frequency of this example configuration (vibrating magnetic therapy device 210) is, for example, 1365 RPM (vibrations per minute).

[0063] The present invention has been described above with reference to preferred embodiments, but this description is not limiting, and various modifications are, of course, possible. For example, in the configuration of this embodiment, the disc member 20 supporting the magnets 10 (11, 12) was described as being circular, but as long as the magnets 10 (11, 12) can be rotated, the disc member 20 does not necessarily have to be circular in a geometric sense, and may be shaped like a regular polyhedron (such as a regular hexagon or regular octagon). However, since it is a rotating body, a perfectly circular disc member 20 is preferable. In addition, the magnet 10 was described as having a circular (disk-shaped) structure, but it may also be rectangular or rectangular. However, since it rotates on the disc member 20, a circular shape without corners is often preferable. Furthermore, although a configuration in which the fan 22 extends from the side of the disc member 20 was shown, a configuration in which the fan 22 is constructed separately from the disc member 20 is also possible (for example, the configuration shown in Figure 8). Furthermore, although the electric motor 35 is positioned on the back side of the disc member 20, the electric motor 35 may be positioned elsewhere, and the rotational force of the electric motor 35 may be transmitted to the disc member 20 and / or the fan 22. In addition, the features of each embodiment and modification described above are mutually applicable, and further modifications (alterations) that would be obvious to a person skilled in the art can be made. [Industrial applicability]

[0064] According to the present invention, It is a relatively compact device with a relatively simple configuration, and can generate a fluctuating magnetic field. Qi therapy device (Vibration-type magnetic therapy device) We can provide this. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0065] 10 Magnets (Neodymium Magnets) 11 First Magnet 12. Second Magnet 15 Magnets 20 Disc Members 22 Fans 30 Top cover 32 Protective components 33 Back part 34 Connecting part 35 Electric motor 40. Enclosure 41 Switch section 42 Main body of the enclosure 43 USB terminal (charging terminal) 45. Battery (Lithium-ion battery) 46 Cables (USB cables) 48 straps 50 Horizontal connection part (left and right connection part) 55 Upper and lower connection part 100 Rotating Magnetic Therapy Device (Displacement Current Generator) 190 Skin (affected area) 200 Magnetic Therapy Devices (Vibration-type Magnetic Therapy Devices) 1000 Magnetic Therapy Devices 1100 Magnetic Therapy Device

Claims

1. It is a magnetic therapy device, A horizontal connecting section with magnets fixed at both ends, The upper and lower connecting parts that fix the aforementioned horizontal connecting part, A housing portion that supports the upper and lower connecting portion Equipped with, A vibration generating device is built into the housing section. The housing body that constitutes the aforementioned housing portion has a roughly cylindrical shape. The main body of the housing is provided with a switch that can turn the vibration on and off. 、 A magnetic therapy device in which, at both ends of the horizontal connecting portion, there are a first magnet with the first pole on the inside and the second pole on the outside, and a second magnet with the second pole on the inside and the first pole on the outside.

2. The central part of the horizontal connecting part is connected to the tip portion of the upper and lower connecting part. The magnetic therapy device according to claim 1, wherein the vibration generating device is at least one of an electric motor that generates vibrations and a piezoelectric vibrator.

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