Electroacupuncture-visual stimulation combined analgesia apparatus

Abstract

The present application proposes an electroacupuncture-visual stimulation combined analgesia apparatus, comprising an electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module which are in a working state at the same time. The combined application of electroacupuncture and visual stimulation can be achieved. By means of the combined therapy, in the acupuncture process, a patient is less likely to experience nervousness, resulting in a positive influence on the pain perception or mental state, so that the therapeutic effect can be improved. In addition, the present application adopts looming stimulation and applies multiple sets of visual stimulation, such that a better therapeutic effect can be achieved by means of the relatively high visual stimulation intensity and repeated visual stimulation. Moreover, the therapeutic apparatus of the present application is flexible and convenient to use, can be flexibly used according to a required treatment site, and has wide application prospects.

Description

An electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to an analgesic device, and specifically to an electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesic device. Background Art

[0002] Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine treatment that includes two parts: acupuncture and moxibustion. Acupuncture involves inserting specially designed needles at a specific angle into the patient's body, using techniques such as twisting and lifting to stimulate specific areas of the body, thereby achieving the purpose of treating illness.

[0003] Currently, acupuncture's analgesic effects for some chronic pain conditions have been recognized worldwide. In some countries, it has become a complementary or alternative method for treating pain, particularly with remarkable efficacy in treating inflammatory pain. For example, for knee pain, electroacupuncture at the Zusanli point can enhance needle sensation, reduce inflammation and relieve pain, promote inflammatory absorption and blood circulation in the knee, improve nutrition for cartilage and surrounding tissues, promote metabolism and tissue repair, and ultimately provide analgesic effects. It is currently widely used in clinical treatment.

[0004] However, existing acupuncture methods for painful diseases can easily cause patients to feel nervous during the needling process, which can have a negative impact on their pain sensation or mental state, thereby affecting the treatment effect. Technical issues

[0005] The purpose of this application is to solve the above-mentioned problems in the prior art and to provide an electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device. Technical Solutions

[0006] In order to achieve the above objectives, this application adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] An electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device, comprising: an electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module both in working state;

[0008] The electroacupuncture module is used to apply electroacupuncture to the acupuncture points corresponding to the painful area;

[0009] The visual stimulation module is used to provide multiple sets of visual stimulation through a display device, each set of visual stimulation includes multiple looming stimulations and display blanks between two looming stimulations; one looming stimulation includes displaying a black disk, so that the viewing angle of the black disk expands within a first preset time and then remains for a second preset time.

[0010] Furthermore, the frequency of the pulse current of the electroacupuncture is 2 Hz, and the current intensity is 2 mA.

[0011] Furthermore, the waveform of the pulse current is a sparse-dense wave.

[0012] Furthermore, the electroacupuncture is applied for 20 minutes.

[0013] Furthermore, the first preset time is 0.25s, the second preset time is 0.05s, and the blank display time is 0.03s.

[0014] Furthermore, the viewing angle of the black disk is expanded within a first preset time, including:

[0015] The viewing angle of the black disk expands at a speed of 112° / s within the first preset time.

[0016] Furthermore, the viewing angle of the black disk is expanded within a first preset time, including:

[0017] The viewing angle of the black disk expands from 2° to 30° within the first preset time.

[0018] Furthermore, a set of visual stimulation includes 15 looming stimulations.

[0019] Furthermore, the multiple groups of visual stimuli are four groups of visual stimuli, and a third preset time is separated from every two groups of visual stimuli.

[0020] Furthermore, the third preset time is 5 minutes. Beneficial effects

[0021] Compared with the prior art, this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] The present application proposes an electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device, comprising an electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module that are both in working state at the same time, capable of applying electroacupuncture and visual stimulation in combination. Through the combined treatment method, during the electroacupuncture stimulation process, the patient is less likely to feel nervous, which has a positive impact on the pain sensation or mental state, thereby improving the treatment effect. In addition, the present application adopts looming stimulation and applies multiple groups of visual stimulation, which can achieve better treatment effects through stronger visual stimulation and repeated visual stimulation. Furthermore, the treatment device of the present application is flexible and convenient to use, can be flexibly used according to the treatment site required, and has broad application prospects. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only illustrate certain embodiments of the present application and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0024] FIG1 is a schematic diagram of an electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device manufactured as a portable device in an embodiment of the present application;

[0025] FIG2 is a schematic diagram of the black disk display process of the visual stimulation module in an embodiment of the present application. Modes for Carrying Out the Invention

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present application more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present application described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0027] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the present application for protection, but merely represents selected embodiments of the present application. All other embodiments obtained by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments in the present application without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0028] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined or explained in subsequent drawings.

[0029] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, it should be noted that if the terms "upper", "lower", "horizontal", "inner", etc. appear, the orientation or position relationship indicated is based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or position relationship in which the product of the invention is usually placed when in use. This is only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be understood as a limitation on the present application. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used to distinguish the description and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0030] In addition, if the term "horizontal" appears, it does not mean that the component must be absolutely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" only means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical", and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0031] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "disposed," "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on specific circumstances.

[0032] Looming stimulation is a type of visual stimulation that simulates the visual effect of a flying predator moving rapidly. Visual stimulation has been used in therapeutic methods to a certain extent. Studies have found that visual stimulation can relieve patients' pain sensation, lower their pain threshold, and improve their tolerance. In 2022, a Science sub-journal published a paper pointing out that light stimulation can have an analgesic effect through the mouse retinal-ventral lateral geniculate projection pathway, and analyzed the functional circuit from visual signal input to pain information regulation. A paper published in Neuron in 2022 pointed out that white light can have an analgesic effect by regulating the visual circuit related to the periaqueductal gray matter area.

[0033] The present application proposes an electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device, which includes an electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module that are in working state at the same time.

[0034] The electroacupuncture module is used for applying electroacupuncture.

[0035] In actual application, electroacupuncture is electrostimulation. In electroacupuncture therapy, after the needle is inserted, a small amount of current close to the human body's bioelectricity is passed through the needle, and treatment is performed by combining the two stimuli of needle and electricity.

[0036] The visual stimulation module is used to provide multiple sets of visual stimulation through a display device, each set of visual stimulation includes multiple looming stimulations and display blanks between two looming stimulations; one looming stimulation includes displaying a black disk, so that the viewing angle of the black disk expands within a first preset time and then remains for a second preset time.

[0037] It's important to note that looming stimulation is a type of visual stimulation. When visual information is highly stimulating, it's easily perceived by the human eye, drawing the eye toward conscious attention. This visual flow repeats repeatedly, and the longer and more frequently the eye dwells on an image, the greater the amount of information gained. Specific visual stimulation can help reduce pain and relieve tension.

[0038] The following two embodiments, combined with the accompanying drawings, describe in detail the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device of the present application and its effects:

[0039] As the first embodiment of the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device of the present application, it is intended to treat knee joint pain.

[0040] Knee pain is a condition characterized by chronic joint pain. While significant progress has been made in recent years in the treatment of knee pain, many patients still cannot tolerate the side effects of medications or experience pain relief after taking them. Traditional Chinese Medicine considers knee pain to fall under the category of "Lijie" or "Wangbi" within the "Bi syndrome" category. Acupuncture and moxibustion are highly effective in treating pain, and its analgesic effects are recognized worldwide. In Western countries, it has become a complementary and alternative medical treatment for pain, particularly effective in treating inflammatory pain. Electroacupuncture at the Zusanli point can enhance needle sensation, reduce inflammation and relieve pain, promote inflammatory absorption and blood circulation in the knee, improve nutrition for cartilage and surrounding tissues, and promote metabolism and tissue repair, thereby achieving an analgesic effect. However, existing treatments for knee pain involve post-needling electrical stimulation. Electroacupuncture at the Zusanli point can cause pain in patients during the procedure, and can easily lead to anxiety. This anxiety can negatively impact pain and affect treatment effectiveness. In addition, simple visual stimulation, such as white light or green light therapy, can only play an auxiliary role in clinical practice and cannot have a significant analgesic effect.

[0041] The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device described in this application combines traditional electroacupuncture at the Zusanli point with visual stimulation to treat knee pain, particularly chronic knee pain. This combined electroacupuncture and visual stimulation method can inhibit inflammatory responses, reduce anxiety and tension during electroacupuncture, and promote recovery from knee pain.

[0042] In actual application, the electroacupuncture module applies electroacupuncture to Zusanli with an electroacupuncture frequency of 2HZ, a current intensity of 2mA, and a waveform of sparse-dense wave. The electroacupuncture duration is 20 minutes. At the same time, the visual stimulation module provides multiple sets of visual stimulation through the display device. Each set of visual stimulation includes multiple looming stimulations and a display blank between two looming stimulations. When implementing looming stimulation, an LCD display is placed in front of the patient to display the looming stimulation. Multiple looming stimulations are performed through the LCD display placed in front, and the display on the display is a black disk. The implementation process is as follows:

[0043] (1) As shown in Figure 2, it is a schematic diagram of the display process of the black disk, which expands from a 2° visual angle to a 30° visual angle within 0.25 s, with an expansion speed of 112° / s;

[0044] (2) Maintain a maximum viewing angle of 30° for 0.05 s after expansion;

[0045] (3) A blank screen was used as the interval between two looming stimuli, and the interval lasted for 0.03s.

[0046] In each set of visual stimulation, the looming stimulus was repeated 15 times in rapid succession (a total of 4.5 s), plus a 0.03 s pause with a blank screen after each looming stimulus. Each set of visual stimulation lasted 4.92 s and was performed once every 5 minutes for a total of 4 times.

[0047] With the help of the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device of the present application, electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation is used to treat knee joint pain. The visual stimulation adopts looming stimulation, which can not only relieve anxiety but also reduce pain.

[0048] In practical applications, using the therapeutic device of the present application, different acupuncture points can be selected for stimulation according to different pain locations, and stimulation parameters and stimulation time can be adjusted according to individual differences to achieve analgesic effects. In addition, looming stimulation parameters can be adjusted according to individual patient differences, such as the stimulation frequency and stimulation duration of looming stimulation, to achieve analgesic effects.

[0049] As the second embodiment of the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device of the present application, the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device is aimed at treating ankle pain. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device comprises an electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module both in working state.

[0050] The electroacupuncture module is used to apply electroacupuncture to the acupuncture points corresponding to the painful area. The acupuncture points to be applied with electroacupuncture may be Taixi acupoint, Kunlun acupoint or Zhaohai acupoint.

[0051] The visual stimulation module is used to provide multiple sets of visual stimulation through a display device, each set of visual stimulation includes multiple looming stimulations and display blanks between two looming stimulations; one looming stimulation includes displaying a black disk, so that the viewing angle of the black disk expands within a first preset time and then remains for a second preset time.

[0052] The difference from the first embodiment is that the EA module adjusts the frequency, current intensity, and duration of the pulsed current according to the patient's condition. Furthermore, the duration of the visual stimulation and the blanking period between two consecutive looming stimulations are also adjusted based on the patient's pain level.

[0053] In practical applications, the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device of this application can be manufactured as a portable device as shown in Figure 1, equipped with a corresponding display screen and buttons. The display screen can be used to set and display relevant parameters of the electroacupuncture module and also serve as a display device for the visual stimulation module. The working end of the electroacupuncture module is placed above the housing of the portable device to facilitate the implementation of the corresponding electroacupuncture.

[0054] If the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device of the present application is made into the above-mentioned portable device, it may include an electroacupuncture module, a visual stimulation module, a display module, a waveform selection module and a parameter adjustment module, etc. Among them, the electroacupuncture module and the visual stimulation module are respectively used to realize the aforementioned functions, the display module is used to display the current working status of the electroacupuncture module and the visual stimulation module, and can be used for user operation interaction with the analgesia device of the present application, the waveform selection module can be used to select the pulse current waveform when applying electroacupuncture, and the parameter adjustment module can be used to adjust the working parameters of the electroacupuncture module and the visual stimulation module. In actual application, the operation mode of the waveform selection module and the parameter adjustment module can also be adjusted according to the needs of the user, and the corresponding switches can be set.

[0055] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present application and are not intended to limit the present application. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that various modifications and variations are possible. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present application shall be included within the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. An electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device, characterized in that, Including: An electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module that are both in a working state; The electroacupuncture module is used to apply electroacupuncture to the acupoints corresponding to the pain site; The visual stimulation module is used to provide multiple sets of visual stimulations through a display device. Each set of visual stimulations includes multiple looming stimulations and a display blank between two looming stimulations. One looming stimulation includes displaying a black disc, expanding the viewing angle of the black disc within a first preset time, and then maintaining it for a second preset time.

2. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to claim 1, characterized in that The pulse current frequency of the electroacupuncture is 2 Hz, and the current intensity is 2 mA.

3. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to claim 2, characterized in that The waveform of the pulse current is a dense and sparse wave.

4. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The time for applying electroacupuncture is 20 min.

5. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first preset time is 0.25 s, the second preset time is 0.05 s; the time of the display blank is 0.03 s.

6. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to claim 5, wherein, The expansion of the viewing angle of the black disc within the first preset time includes: The viewing angle of the black disc expands at a speed of 112° / s within the first preset time.

7. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The expansion of the viewing angle of the black disc within the first preset time includes: The viewing angle of the black disc expands from 2° to 30° within the first preset time.

8. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to claim 7, characterized in that, One set of the visual stimulations includes 15 looming stimulations.

9. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to claim 8, wherein The multiple sets of visual stimulations are four sets of visual stimulations, and there is a third preset time interval between every two sets of visual stimulations.

10. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device according to claim 9, wherein, The third preset time is 5 min.

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