Turtle neck and straight neck corrector

Abstract

The present invention relates to a corrector for forward head posture and straight neck posture. It is characterized by the ability to move the shoulder acupressure rod in the width or length direction according to the user's body type or height to accurately apply pressure to the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle, thereby allowing anyone, regardless of age or gender, to adjust the position of the shoulder acupressure rod to accurately position it at the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a corrector for forward head posture and straight neck posture. It is characterized by the ability to move the shoulder acupressure rod in the width or length direction according to the user's body type or height to accurately apply pressure to the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle, thereby allowing anyone, regardless of age or gender, to adjust the position of the shoulder acupressure rod to accurately position it at the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle. Background Technology

[0003] Generally, people who sit in a chair for long periods of time are unable to maintain proper posture, such as having a hunched back and a neck tilted forward beyond the shoulders, causing the head to droop, which leads to pain in the shoulders (levator scapulae, trapezius), neck pain, and headaches.

[0004] In other words, it is known that for every centimeter a person's head moves forward, an additional load of 2-3 kilograms is placed on the neck bones.

[0005] As a result, people with forward head posture can have a load of up to 15 kilograms on their neck, and as a result, naturally, pain in the shoulders (levator scapulae, trapezius) and the back of the neck, as well as headaches, may occur.

[0006] This forward head posture is more likely to occur with age and muscle weakness, but nowadays, due to the frequent use of smartphones and computers in daily life, it is occurring regardless of age or gender. This incorrect posture causes various problems, including pain, and all of these issues are collectively referred to as forward head posture syndrome.

[0007] The problems caused by forward head posture are more severe than expected and difficult to correct. Furthermore, if the excessive muscle tension resulting from this posture persists for a long time, myofascial pain syndrome can develop, causing pain to continue even when maintaining a proper posture. Additionally, the nerves beneath the back of the head can be compressed between the skull and the cervical vertebrae, potentially causing headaches. This pain can disrupt sleep, leading to rapid fatigue and potentially interfering with daily life.

[0008] Furthermore, maintaining a forward head posture for a long time disrupts the normal mechanics of the cervical spine, accelerating arthritis in the neck; this causes not only pain but can also impair breathing. The muscles attached to the cervical spine help lift the ribs to aid breathing, but an incorrect forward head posture hinders these muscles from contracting, which can reduce lung capacity by up to 30%.

[0009] In addition, although not due to the forward head posture itself, various problems arise, and it is known that people with forward head posture have a fracture risk 1.7 times higher than normal people, and the mortality rate is 1.4 times higher when the elderly are followed up over a long period.

[0010] Therefore, while one must take care to maintain proper posture in daily life to avoid developing a "turtle neck" posture, in reality, it is difficult for users who use computers and smartphones for long periods to maintain the correct posture solely through willpower.

[0011] In addition, developing a straight neck or a forward head posture can lead to problems such as shoulder pain (levator scapulae, trapezius), neck pain, and headaches.

[0012] The prior art, Korean Registered Patent No. 10-2106096, "Cervical Acupressure Massager," is designed to enhance the cervical massage effect by moving an acupressure rod capable of applying pressure to the cervical spine up and down.

[0013] However, in the case of a cervical massager for correcting forward head posture, since the massager is located on the head, applying pressure or vibration using electric power may cause discomfort due to shaking, noise, etc.

[0014] Furthermore, in the case of existing cervical massagers such as the aforementioned prior art, protrusions were not formed to stimulate precise pressure points, making it difficult to expect a massage effect; additionally, since acupressure was only possible on the neck area, there was a problem with reduced effectiveness in correcting forward head posture.

[0015] Therefore, there is a need for a corrective device that can correct forward head posture and straight neck, and alleviate symptoms of straight neck and forward head posture, such as shoulder (levator scapulae, trapezius) pain, neck pain, and headaches, by applying pressure to precise tender points in the shoulder (insertion point of the levator scapulae, trapezius) and neck (center of the suboccipital muscles). Prior art literature

[0017] Republic of Korea Registered Patent Publication No. 10-2079341 The problem to be solved

[0018] The present invention relates to a corrector for forward head posture and straight neck posture. It is characterized by the ability to move the shoulder acupressure rod in the width or length direction according to the user's body type or height to accurately apply pressure to the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle, thereby allowing anyone, regardless of age or gender, to adjust the position of the shoulder acupressure rod to accurately position it at the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle. means of solving the problem

[0020] To solve the problem of the present invention, the invention comprises: a shoulder acupressure part according to the present invention; and a neck correction part protruding vertically and coupled to one point of the shoulder acupressure part; wherein the shoulder acupressure part comprises: a plurality of rails formed extending in the longitudinal direction on the lower surface of the shoulder acupressure part; a first sliding part formed extending in the width direction and coupled to the plurality of rails and movable in the longitudinal direction along the plurality of rails; a second sliding part inserted inside the first sliding part and movable in the width direction; and a shoulder acupressure rod coupled to the second sliding part and capable of contacting the user's shoulder to apply pressure to the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle and the trapezius muscle; and wherein the position of the shoulder acupressure rod can be changed according to the user's body type and height.

[0021] In addition, the first sliding part according to the present invention includes a plurality of insertion grooves formed in the first sliding part; and the rail is inserted into and coupled to the plurality of insertion grooves.

[0022] In addition, the first sliding part according to the present invention further includes a pair of guide rails formed extending in the width direction on one side and the other side inside the first sliding part.

[0023] In addition, the second sliding part according to the present invention includes a coupling part formed by protruding vertically from the upper part of the second sliding part.

[0024] In addition, the shoulder acupressure stick according to the present invention is detachable. Effects of the invention

[0026] The present invention allows the shoulder acupressure rod to be moved in the width or length direction according to the user's body type or height in order to accurately apply pressure to the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle, thereby enabling anyone, regardless of age or gender, to adjust the position of the shoulder acupressure rod to accurately position it at the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle in a customized manner.

[0027] In addition, when a user uses the turtle neck and straight neck corrector according to the present invention, the back of the user's neck comes into contact with the neck correction part and the user's shoulder comes into contact with the shoulder acupressure rod, thereby having the effect of treating the user's neck and shoulder simultaneously.

[0028] In addition, it is effective in correcting and preventing forward head posture and straight neck posture, while simultaneously alleviating shoulder pain through acupressure and massage. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0030] FIG. 1 illustrates a turtle neck and straight neck corrector according to the present invention. FIG. 2 illustrates the part where the rail of the shoulder acupressure part and the first sliding part are combined according to the present invention. FIG. 3 illustrates a first sliding part according to the present invention. Figure 4 illustrates a shoulder acupressure stick according to the present invention. FIG. 5 illustrates a second neck correction unit according to another embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is illustrated to help understand the shape of the neck correction part according to another embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0031] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings. The embodiments described below are provided as examples to ensure that the concept of the present invention is sufficiently conveyed to a person skilled in the art. Accordingly, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described below and may be embodied in other forms. Furthermore, in the drawings, the size and thickness of the device, etc., may be exaggerated for convenience. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals indicate the same components.

[0033] The advantages and features of the present invention and the methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described below in detail together with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below but may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided merely to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals refer to the same components. In the drawings, the sizes and relative sizes of layers and regions may be exaggerated for clarity of description.

[0035] In the present invention, the term "length direction" refers to the X-axis direction with respect to FIG. 1, and the term "width direction" refers to the Y-axis direction with respect to FIG. 1. The term "vertical direction" refers to the Z-axis direction with respect to FIG. 1. In the present invention, "one side" is a part where one of the first sliding parts (112) is formed, and "the other side" is a part opposite to the part where one of the first sliding parts (112) is formed in the length direction.

[0037] The turtle neck and straight neck corrector according to the present invention is composed of a shoulder pressure part (100), a neck correction part (200), and a neck pressure part (300).

[0038] FIG. 1 illustrates a turtle neck and straight neck corrector according to the present invention, FIG. 2 illustrates a portion where the rail (111) of the shoulder acupressure part (100) and the first sliding part (112) are combined according to the present invention, and FIG. 3 illustrates the first sliding part (112) according to the present invention.

[0039] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, the shoulder acupressure unit (100) is composed of a first shoulder acupressure unit (110) and a second shoulder acupressure unit (120), and allows acupressure to be applied to one side and the other side of the user's shoulder, respectively, through the first shoulder acupressure unit (110) and the second shoulder acupressure unit (120). Hereinafter, for example, the shoulder will be collectively referred to as including the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle and the trapezius muscle. Accordingly, shoulder pain will be collectively referred to as including levator scapulae pain and trapezius muscle pain.

[0040] Hereinafter, for the convenience of explanation, the first shoulder pressure point (110) will be described in detail.

[0041] The first shoulder pressure part (110) includes a rail (111), a first sliding part (112), a second sliding part (113), a connecting part (1131), and a shoulder pressure rod (114).

[0042] On the lower surface of the shoulder pressure part (100), a plurality of rails (111) are formed extending in the longitudinal direction and spaced apart at a predetermined interval.

[0043] It is preferable that a first sliding part (112) be inserted and coupled to the rail (111), and that the first sliding part (112) be formed extending in the width direction on the lower surface of the shoulder pressure part (100).

[0044] Specifically, a plurality of insertion grooves (1121) are formed extending in the longitudinal direction at the lower part of the first sliding part (112), and a plurality of rails (111) are each inserted into the interior of the plurality of insertion grooves (1121).

[0045] That is, the first sliding part (112) can move by sliding along the rail (111) in the longitudinal direction.

[0047] Referring to FIG. 3, it is preferable that the interior of the first sliding part (112) be formed into a hollow part so that the second sliding part (113), which will be described later, is inserted therein.

[0048] A pair of guide rails (1122) are formed extending in the width direction on one side and the other side inside the first sliding part (112).

[0049] The second sliding part (113) is inserted into the interior of the first sliding part (112), and specifically, one side and the other side of the second sliding part (113) are inserted and coupled to the pair of guide rails (1122) so that they can slide along the width direction along the first sliding part (112).

[0050] It is preferable that a first coupling part (1131) is formed protruding in a vertical direction on the upper part of the second sliding part (113), and that screw threads are formed on the outer surface of the first coupling part (1131).

[0051] Since the shoulder acupressure rod (114) must be screw-coupled to the first coupling part (1131), it is desirable that screw threads be formed on the inner surface of the shoulder acupressure rod (114) as well.

[0052] That is, after screw-coupled the shoulder acupressure rod (114) to the first connecting part (1131), the position can be adjusted by moving the second sliding part (113) in the width direction, and the position can be adjusted by moving the first sliding part (112) in the length direction.

[0053] Therefore, the shoulder acupressure rod (114) can be moved in the width direction or length direction according to the user's body type or height, thereby effectively acupressuring the user's shoulder area. In other words, the position of the shoulder acupressure rod (114) can be adjusted to suit the user.

[0054] In addition, when a user uses the turtle neck and straight neck corrector according to the present invention, the back of the user's neck comes into contact with the neck correction part (200), and the user's shoulder comes into contact with the shoulder acupressure rod (114), thereby having the effect of treating the user's neck and shoulder at the same time.

[0055] In addition, it is effective in correcting and preventing forward head posture and straight neck, while simultaneously alleviating shoulder pain through acupressure and massage.

[0057] FIG. 4 illustrates a shoulder acupressure stick (114) according to the present invention.

[0058] The first shoulder acupressure rod (114a) shown in Fig. 4 (a) is formed in a shape where the cross-sectional area narrows from the bottom to the top, so the contact area with the user's shoulder is relatively narrow.

[0059] In addition, since the upper and lower cross-sectional areas of the second shoulder acupressure rod (114b) shown in Fig. 4 (b) are the same, the area where the second shoulder acupressure rod (114b) touches the user's shoulder is wider than the area where the aforementioned shoulder acupressure rod (114a) touches the user's shoulder.

[0060] In addition, the third shoulder acupressure stick (114c) shown in Fig. 4 (c) is formed in a spherical shape, so the contact area with the user's shoulder is relatively wider than that of the shoulder acupressure stick (114a) and the second shoulder acupressure stick (114b).

[0061] That is, it is desirable that the contact area with the user's shoulder is wide in the order of the shoulder acupressure stick (114a), the second shoulder acupressure stick (114b), and the third acupressure stick, and that the intensity of the acupressure on the shoulder is weak.

[0063] It is desirable for the shoulder acupressure stick (114) to apply pressure to the insertion point of the user's scapular levator muscle.

[0064] The levator scapulae is a muscle that elevates the shoulder; in other words, it is a muscle that lifts the superior angle of the scapula upward.

[0065] The levator scapulae muscle is prone to sprains when it is suddenly contracted after being in a state of momentary or continuous relaxation tension, and unlike other rotation muscles, damage to the levator scapulae muscle results in severe limitation of rotation due to pain.

[0066] The above-mentioned relaxation tension refers to a phenomenon in which, when the trapezius muscle weakens and stretches, the shoulder droops and the lower part (inferior angle) of the scapula (shoulder blade) twists toward the spine more than the upper part (superior angle). Consequently, the weakened and stretched trapezius muscle fails to perform its original function like a rubber band that has lost its elasticity, and since a change in muscle length from its original length causes pain, pain occurs not only when shortened but also when stretched.

[0067] Therefore, when relaxation tension occurs in the levator scapulae muscle, pain occurs in the central part of the levator scapulae muscle, and at this time, it is advisable to shorten the levator scapulae muscle by applying pressure to the origin or insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle.

[0068] When the neck becomes straight or forward head posture, shoulder pain occurs because the levator scapulae muscle is relaxed. At this time, the shoulder acupressure rod must be accurately positioned at the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle to achieve a pain-relieving effect. With the configuration of the first sliding part (112) and the second sliding part (113), anyone can accurately apply pressure to the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle according to the user's body type or height.

[0069] At this time, if the shoulder acupressure stick (114) is placed at the center of the levator scapulae muscle rather than at the origin and insertion points of the levator scapulae muscle, the pain may become more severe.

[0070] The origin point of the levator scapulae muscle is the starting point of the levator scapulae muscle, and refers to the transverse processes of the 1st to 4th cervical vertebrae, and the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle is the end point of the levator scapulae muscle, and refers to the vertebral border of the scapula from the superior angle of the scapula to the scapular spine muscle.

[0072] Referring to FIG. 1, a neck correction part (200) may be provided at one point of the shoulder pressure part (100), and the upper surface of the neck correction part (200) is preferably formed by bending to apply pressure to the cervical spine.

[0073] The neck correction unit (200) includes a first neck correction unit (210) and a second neck correction unit (220). The first neck correction unit (210) makes the entire cervical spine into a natural curved C shape, and the second neck correction unit (220) can slide (pull) the cervical spine of a straight neck and a turtle neck to make it into a natural curved C shape.

[0074] According to one embodiment, the first neck correction part (210) is formed to be perpendicular to the ground, and the length in the vertical direction may be formed differently depending on the user's body type or height.

[0075] When the user lies down in the correct posture, the cervical spine is stably seated in the neck correction part (200), allowing for comfortable use, and the bent part of the neck correction part (200) increases the effect of opening the airway.

[0076] In addition, when the user lies down in an upright position, it forms the user's cervical spine into an inverted C shape, which has the effect of correcting and treating straight neck or turtle neck, as well as preventing them. A detailed description of the second neck correction part (220) will be provided later.

[0078] Referring to FIG. 1, a neck pressure part (300) is provided at one end of the shoulder pressure part (100) according to the present invention.

[0079] The neck pressure portion (300) includes an extension portion (310), a separation portion (320), and a neck pressure rod (330), and the extension portion (310) is formed by extending in the width direction at one end of the shoulder pressure portion (100).

[0080] At this time, the extension part (310) can be inserted into the interior of the shoulder pressure part (100), that is, it can be inserted into the interior of the shoulder pressure part (100) by sliding in the width direction.

[0081] Although not shown in the drawing, it is preferable that a hollow portion be provided so that an extension portion (310) can be inserted at one point of the shoulder pressure portion (100).

[0082] At one end of the extension part (310), a spacing part (320) is formed extending in the longitudinal direction, and although not shown in the drawing, a second coupling part (not shown) is formed protruding in the vertical direction on the upper part of the spacing part (320), and it is preferable that screw threads are formed on the outer surface of the second coupling part (not shown).

[0083] Since the neck pressure rod (330) must be screw-coupled to the second joint, it is desirable that screw threads be formed on the inner surface of the neck pressure rod (330) as well.

[0084] At this time, it is preferable that the second connecting part be formed in multiple numbers, and it is also preferable that the neck acupressure rod (330) be provided in multiple numbers according to the number of second connecting parts (not shown).

[0085] In addition, in one embodiment, the lengths of the plurality of neck acupressure rods (330) in the vertical direction are the same, that is, it is preferable that they be formed to be horizontal when viewed from one side.

[0086] In addition, the shape of the neck acupressure stick (330) is not limited to the shape described in FIG. 1 and can be formed in various shapes as shown in FIG. 4.

[0087] In addition, the neck pressure part (300) is a part used separately from the neck correction part (200) and the shoulder pressure part (100), and it is preferable to use it while lying in the opposite direction to the direction in which the neck correction part (200) and the shoulder pressure part (100) were used.

[0088] For example, when using the neck correction part (200) and the shoulder acupressure part (100) simultaneously, it is preferable for the user's leg to extend toward the shoulder acupressure part (100), and when using the neck acupressure part (300) separately, it is preferable for the user's leg to extend toward the neck acupressure part (300).

[0090] Headaches can occur when the neck becomes straight or forward head posture, and for example, cervical headaches caused by shortening of the suboccipital muscles may occur. To alleviate such pain, the headache can be relieved by applying pressure to the center of the suboccipital muscles using a neck acupressure stick (330).

[0091] That is, the neck acupressure stick (330) is preferably used to apply pressure to the center of the user's suboccipital muscles. The suboccipital muscles are muscles that connect the head and the neck, located deep inside the back of the head, and are responsible for the mobility of the head. They are muscles that fix the head and create movements such as rotation, lateral flexion, and extension.

[0092] Furthermore, the suboccipital muscles are mentioned as important muscles requiring relaxation during forward head posture correction; when pain occurs, it must be examined by distinguishing between bilateral and unilateral cases, and it can affect functions such as functional scoliosis of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, as well as lower limb alignment.

[0093] Since these suboccipital muscles are significantly shortened in straight neck and turtle neck postures, if movement is restricted due to shortening tension, neck rotation is limited and the chin is pushed forward.

[0094] Therefore, when shortening tension occurs in the suboccipital muscles, pain occurs at the origin and insertion points of the suboccipital muscles, and at this time, it is advisable to relax the suboccipital muscles by applying pressure to the center of the suboccipital muscles.

[0096] FIG. 5 illustrates a second neck correction unit (220), which is another embodiment of the neck correction unit (200) according to the present invention, and FIG. 6 illustrates the shape of the second neck correction unit (220) according to another embodiment for understanding.

[0097] The second neck correction unit (220) can slide (pull) the cervical vertebrae of a straight neck and a turtle neck to form a natural curved C shape. At this time, it is preferable that the cervical vertebra be the core cervical vertebra, cervical vertebra 5, but the position of the cervical vertebra that the second neck correction unit (220) slides is not limited to this.

[0098] The second neck correction part (220) shown in FIG. 5 is preferably formed by tilting in one direction when viewed from one side. At this time, the angle with the ground, i.e., the value of θ, is preferably about 60° to 75°, and for convenience of explanation, the angle between the second neck correction part (220) shown in FIG. 5 and the ground is set to 70°.

[0099] In addition, similar to the first neck correction part (210), the length of the second neck correction part (220) in the direction of the tilted angle may be formed differently depending on the user's body type or height.

[0100] This is similar to the tilted angle of the facet joints formed in the cervical vertebrae described later, so the second cervical correction part presses against the spinous process to stimulate the facet joints.

[0101] Specifically, the cervical vertebrae refer to the seven bones that make up the neck, and are divided into the anterior cervical vertebrae (1) and the posterior cervical vertebrae (2), and the posterior joint (21) refers to the joint that connects the posterior cervical vertebrae (2) up and down.

[0102] The above-mentioned posterior joint (21) plays a very important role in stabilizing the spine, and while the disc (11) acts as a cushion to cushion the impact between the anterior cervical vertebrae (1) in the front of the spine, the posterior joint (21) performs this role in the back of the cervical spine.

[0103] The spinous process (also called the spinous process) (3) is one of the processes of the spine and refers to a part that protrudes like a projection on the back of the cervical spine bone (2).

[0104] That is, the second neck correction part (220) applies pressure to the spinous process (3) to stimulate the posterior joint (21), causing the user's cervical spine to slide (push) and naturally curve into an inverted C shape, thereby having the effect of correcting and treating straight neck or turtle neck and also preventing them.

[0105] In addition, the first neck correction unit (210) and the second neck correction unit (220) have the effect of improving forward head posture and straight neck, and preventing and treating arthritis of the neck.

[0106] Additionally, the shoulder acupressure stick (114) can accurately stimulate the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle, which helps to relieve pain from myofascial pain syndrome (levator scapulae pain, trapezius pain), and the neck acupressure stick (330) can stimulate the suboccipital muscles, which helps to relieve headaches.

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[0109] Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention may use various variations, modifications, and equivalents. It is clear that the present invention can be applied in the same way by appropriately modifying the above embodiments. Therefore, the above description does not limit the scope of the present invention, which is defined by the limitations of the following claims. Explanation of the symbols

[0111] 100 : Shoulder acupressure point, 200 : Mokgyojeongbu, 300 : Neck pressure point.​

Claims

Claim 1 The invention comprises: a shoulder pressure point; and a neck correction part protruding vertically and coupled to a point on the shoulder pressure point; wherein the shoulder pressure point comprises: a plurality of rails formed extending in the longitudinal direction on the lower surface of the shoulder pressure point; a first sliding part formed extending in the width direction and coupled to the plurality of rails, and capable of moving in the longitudinal direction along the plurality of rails; a second sliding part inserted inside the first sliding part and capable of moving in the width direction; and a shoulder pressure rod coupled to the second sliding part and capable of applying pressure to the insertion point of the levator scapulae muscle and the trapezius muscle by contacting the user's shoulder; and configured to allow the position of the shoulder pressure rod to be adjusted according to the user's body type and height, and comprises a neck pressure point formed extending in the width direction and coupled to one end of the shoulder pressure point; wherein the neck pressure point comprises: an extension part extending in the width direction from one end of the shoulder pressure point; and a spacing part formed extending in the longitudinal direction at the end of the extension part. A turtle neck and straight neck corrector comprising: a plurality of neck acupressure rods coupled to the upper part of the above-mentioned separation portion and capable of applying pressure to the center of the suboccipital muscles; wherein the extension portion is formed to be slidable in the width direction and inserted into the interior of the shoulder acupressure portion, thereby allowing the acupressure position of the neck acupressure rods to be adjusted according to the user's body type and the location of the suboccipital muscles. Claim 2 A turtle neck and straight neck corrector according to claim 1, wherein the first sliding part comprises a plurality of insertion grooves formed in the first sliding part, and the rail is inserted into and coupled to the plurality of insertion grooves. Claim 3 A turtle neck and straight neck corrector according to paragraph 2, wherein the first sliding part further comprises a pair of guide rails formed extending in the width direction on one side and the other side inside the first sliding part. Claim 4 A turtle neck and straight neck corrector according to paragraph 3, wherein the second sliding part comprises a connecting part formed by protruding vertically from the upper part of the second sliding part. Claim 5 In paragraph 4, the above-mentioned shoulder acupressure stick is a detachable turtle neck and straight neck corrector.

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