Support brace device with cooling and soothing effects

Abstract

A padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects includes a control unit electrically connected to a padded protective unit. At least one power switch, a temperature control switch, and a temperature display are electrically connected to the control unit at an appropriate location. The control unit contains a control module, a battery, an operation interface module, a drive circuit module, and at least one temperature control module. The operation interface module is electrically connected to the power switch, temperature control switch, and temperature display for control. At least one thermoelectric chip is disposed in the inner layer of the padded protective unit, and each of the at least one thermoelectric chip is electrically connected to at least one temperature control module via a conductive wire.

Description

Filled protective device with cooling and soothing effects Support brace device with cooling and soothing effects Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects. Specifically, the padded protective device is designed with an internal control module that is electrically connected to drive a temperature control module with a thermoelectric cooler (TEC). Through the Peltier effect, the device generates heat by absorbing heat on one side and releasing heat on the other. By changing the direction of the current, the hot and cold ends can be interchanged to achieve the effect of heat exchange, thereby generating corresponding temperatures. This allows the padded protective device to contact human muscles and skin at different temperatures, thus providing a soothing effect for corresponding symptoms. Prior Technology

[0002] As is generally known in rehabilitation, when a muscle is injured, it is prone to redness, swelling, heat, and pain in the acute phase (within 24-72 hours after injury), such as acute sprains, strains, contusions, bruises, and arthritis. Rehabilitation methods suitable for this phase include cold compresses (ice packs) to soothe the affected area, which constrict blood vessels, reduce blood circulation, and alleviate swelling and pain. After the acute phase, the affected area enters the chronic phase (more than 72 hours after injury, or chronic pain). At this time, there are no signs of inflammation, redness, swelling, heat, or pain in the affected area, such as muscle soreness, chronic lower back and neck pain, muscle fatigue, and joint stiffness. Rehabilitation methods suitable for this phase include hot compresses (42℃~45℃) to soothe the affected area, which dilate blood vessels, increase blood circulation, relax muscles, and promote repair.

[0003] In the fields of sports medicine, rehabilitation therapy, and physical therapy, local cold and hot compresses are commonly used methods for muscle repair and pain relief. Traditional cold compresses often use ice packs or cooling bags, while hot compresses use hot water bottles, electric heating pads, etc. These devices often require changing the medium or rely on different equipment, cannot quickly switch between cold and hot modes, are inconvenient to operate, and have insufficient temperature control precision, which can easily cause adverse sequelae such as frostbite or burns. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention relates to a padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects, comprising a control unit electrically connected to a padded protective unit. Its main features are: at least one power switch, one hot switch button, and one cold switch button are electrically connected at appropriate locations outside the control unit; the control unit contains a control module, a battery, an operation interface module, a drive circuit module, and at least one temperature control module, wherein the operation interface module is electrically connected to the power switch, hot switch button, and cold switch button for control; at least one thermoelectric chip is disposed in the inner layer of the padded protective unit, and each of the at least one thermoelectric chip is electrically connected to at least one temperature control module via a conductive wire.

[0005] Another key feature of this invention is that it includes a control unit electrically connected to a padded protective gear unit. The key features are: at least one power switch, one temperature control unit, and one temperature display are electrically connected at appropriate locations outside the control unit; the control unit contains a control module, a battery, an operating interface module, a drive circuit module, and at least one temperature control module, wherein the operating interface module is electrically connected to the power switch, temperature control unit, and temperature display for control; at least one thermoelectric chip is disposed in the inner layer of the padded protective gear unit, and each of the at least one thermoelectric chip is electrically connected to at least one temperature control module via a conductive wire. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0006] Figure 1: A cross-sectional view of the padded protective device according to the first preferred embodiment of this invention; Figure 2: A diagram showing the module relationship of the padded protective gear device in a preferred embodiment of this invention; Figure 3: An illustration of the elbow position of the padded protective device according to a preferred embodiment of this invention; Figure 4: A diagram showing the leg position of the padded protective device according to a preferred embodiment of this invention; Figure 5: A cross-sectional view of the structure of the padding protective device according to the second preferred embodiment of this invention. Implementation

[0007] Please refer to Figure 1, a cross-sectional view of the preferred embodiment of the padding device of this invention, and Figure 2, a module relationship diagram of the preferred embodiment of the padding device of this invention. The padding device of this invention with cooling and soothing effects mainly includes a control unit 10 connected to a padding unit 20. The control unit 10 is externally a control box. At least one power switch 101, a hot switch button 102, a cold switch button 103, and a power display 104 are provided at appropriate positions on the exterior of the control unit 10. The control unit 10 internally contains the following modules: a control module 11, a battery 12, an operation interface module 13, a drive circuit module 14, and at least one temperature control module. 15, and a heat dissipation module 16, further wherein the control unit 10 is electrically connected to the padding protective unit 20, the main body of the padding protective unit 20 is a protective garment with an inner layer, and the shape can be designed as a wrist guard, elbow guard or leg guard, etc., as needed. At least one thermoelectric chip 212 is provided in the inner layer of the padding protective unit 20. Each of the at least one thermoelectric chip 212 is electrically connected to at least one temperature control module 15 in the control unit 10 by a conductive wire 211. At least one strap 22 is connected to each side of the padding protective unit 20. In this preferred embodiment, the hook part 221 and the fastening part 222 are Velcro, or they can be implemented by buckles or other structures in the same technical field.

[0008] The operating interface module 13 of this invention, a padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects, is electrically connected to a power switch 101, a hot switch button 102, a cold switch button 103, and a power display 104 located outside the control unit 10. This allows the user to turn the device on and off and control the temperature via the power switch 101, hot switch button 102, and cold switch button 103, adjusting the desired soothing temperature. The operating interface module 13 is electrically connected to the control module 11 via signal lines. The control module 11 is a control circuit board with a chip for computation, and the battery 12 provides power to the control module 11. The control module 11 is further connected to the drive circuit module 14, which is electrically connected to at least one temperature control module 15. The control module 11 receives the control signal from the operation interface module 13, and the signal generated after being processed by the control circuit board of the control module 11 is transmitted to the drive circuit module 14 and converted into a corresponding drive current, which is then transmitted to the at least one temperature control module 15 for reception. The overall control unit 10 includes the control module 11, battery 12, operation interface module 13, drive circuit module 14, and at least one temperature control module 15. A heat dissipation module 16 is used to dissipate heat at these locations to keep the operating temperature of the overall control unit 10 stable.

[0009] The filling protective unit 20 connected to the control unit 10 has at least one thermoelectric chip 212 disposed in its inner layer. The at least one thermoelectric chip 212 and the conductive wire 211 of the temperature control module 15 electrically connected to it form a thermoelectric module 21. The overall thermoelectric module 21 is driven by the temperature control module 15 to further generate corresponding heating or cooling temperature changes. The temperature change is transmitted through the filling protective unit 20 to contact the human skin and thus perform preset heating or cooling to provide optimal relief to the human muscles.

[0010] Please refer to Figure 3, which shows the elbow position of the preferred embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 4, which shows the leg position of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. In actual use, the shape of the padding unit 20 is designed with different lengths, widths, and curves to match the limbs or torso of the human body. It is then fastened and fixed by at least one strap 22 on each side, with a hook 221 and a fastening 222 at each end, after passing over the limbs or torso of the human body. Furthermore, to match the different curves of the limbs or torso of the human body, the thermoelectric chip 212 of the thermoelectric module 21 can also be made into a curved thermoelectric chip 212C of different shapes to adapt to various human body parts. It is then controlled by the power switch 101, the hot switch key 102, and the cold switch key 103 to achieve the best soothing effect.

[0011] Further refer to Figure 5, a cross-sectional view of the structure of the filling protective device according to the second preferred embodiment of this invention. The operation interface module 13 can be electrically connected to a power switch 101, a temperature control 105, and a temperature display 106 on the circuit board and control unit 10. The temperature control 105 is a combination of up and down temperature buttons or a dial for controlling different temperatures, and the actual temperature selected by the operator is displayed on the temperature display 106, allowing the operator to turn on and off and adjust the desired soothing temperature.

[0012] 10: Control Unit 101: Power switch 102: Hot-switch button 103: Cold Switch Key 104: Battery level display 105: Temperature control panel 106: Temperature display meter 11: Control Module 12: Battery 13: User Interface Module 14: Drive circuit module 15: Temperature control module 16: Heat dissipation module 20: Filled Protective Gear Unit 21: Temperature and Electricity Module 211: Conductive wire 212: Thermoelectric wafer 212C: Bending Thermoelectric Wafer 22: Straps 221: Hookup Department 222: Fastening part A: Elbow L: Legs

Claims

1. A padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects, comprising a control unit (10) electrically connected to a padded protective unit (20), wherein: The control unit (10) is electrically connected at least one power switch (101), one hot switch key (102), and one cold switch key (103) at an appropriate location outside; the control unit (10) is provided with a control module (11), a battery (12), an operation interface module (13), a drive circuit module (14), and at least one temperature control module (15), wherein the operation interface module (13) is electrically connected to the power switch (101), the hot switch key (102), and the cold switch key (103) for control; at least one thermoelectric chip (212) is provided in the inner layer of the filling protective unit (20), and each of the at least one thermoelectric chip (212) is electrically connected to at least one temperature control module (15) by a conductive wire (211).

2. The padded protective device with heat and cold relief effect as described in claim 1, wherein the control unit (10) is externally provided with a power display (104).

3. The padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects as described in claim 1, wherein the control unit (10) is provided with a heat dissipation module (16).

4. The filled protective device with cooling and soothing effects as described in claim 1, wherein the filled protective unit (20) is a protective device with an inner layer, and its shape can be designed as a wrist guard, elbow guard or leg guard, etc., as needed.

5. The padded protective device with heat-relieving and cooling effects as described in claim 1, wherein at least one strap (22) is connected to each side of the padded protective unit (20).

6. The padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects as described in claim 1, wherein the at least one thermoelectric chip (212) and the conductive wire (211) of the temperature control module (15) to which it is electrically connected form a thermoelectric module (21).

7. A padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects, comprising a control unit (10) electrically connected to a padded protective unit (20), wherein: The control unit (10) is electrically connected at least one power switch (101), one temperature control (105) and one temperature display (106) at an appropriate location outside; the control unit (10) is provided with a control module (11), a battery (12), an operation interface module (13), a drive circuit module (14) and at least one temperature control module (15), wherein the operation interface module (13) is electrically connected to the power switch (101), the temperature control (105) and the temperature display (106) for control; at least one thermoelectric chip (212) is provided in the inner layer of the padding unit (20), and each of the at least one thermoelectric chip (212) is electrically connected to at least one temperature control module (15) by a conductive wire (211).

8. The padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects as described in claim 7, wherein the control unit (10) is provided with a heat dissipation module (16).

9. The padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects as described in claim 7, wherein the padded protective unit (20) is a protective device with an inner layer, and its shape can be designed as a wrist guard, elbow guard or leg guard, etc., as needed.

10. The padded protective device with cooling and soothing effects as claimed in claim 7, wherein the at least one thermoelectric chip (212) and the conductive wire (211) of the temperature control module (15) to which it is electrically connected form a thermoelectric module (21).

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