Electroacupuncture and visual stimulation combination attention improvement device

Abstract

The present application provides an electroacupuncture and visual stimulation combination attention improvement device, comprising an electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module that operate simultaneously to apply electroacupuncture and visual stimuli in combination. By means of a combination of treatment modalities, in the acupuncturing process, the device is less likely to make the patient nervous and may provide a positive influence on the mental state of the patient, thus improving the therapeutic effect. In addition, looming stimulation is adopted in the present application, and multiple sets of visual stimuli are applied, so as to achieve a better treatment effect by means of strong visual stimulation and repeated visual stimuli. Moreover, the treatment device of the present application features flexibility and convenience for use in different body parts to be treated, and thus possesses broad application prospects.

Description

An electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement device Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to an electroacupuncture device, and specifically to an electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement 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 can be used to treat some specific types of illnesses. For example, Western medicine primarily treats attention deficit disorder with psychotherapy and behavioral interventions. However, simple Western medicine treatments are associated with long treatment cycles, slow symptom relief, and recurrence. Traditional Chinese Medicine considers attention deficit disorder to be a form of "restlessness," rooted in Yin deficiency and Yang hyperactivity, resulting in insufficient marrow and poor brain function due to imbalances in Yin and Yang. Treatment focuses on replenishing essence and filling the marrow, as well as unblocking the Governor Vessel and awakening the brain. Clinically, the Baihui and Sishencong acupoints are often used to regulate the Governor Vessel, unclog the meridians, and improve attention. Studies have found that acupuncture can increase the number and quality of synapses in the cerebral cortex, particularly by increasing the number of neurons activated by active attention, thereby improving attention levels. This acupuncture has widespread clinical application.

[0004] However, existing acupuncture methods for special types of diseases can easily cause patients to feel nervous during the needling process, which can have a negative impact on their mental state and thus affect 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 attention improvement 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 attention improvement device, comprising: an electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module both in working state;

[0008] The electroacupuncture module is used to apply acupuncture to acupuncture points corresponding to the problem of inattention and output pulse current;

[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 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 time for applying acupuncture and outputting pulse current is 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 attention improvement 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 acupuncture process, the patient is less likely to feel nervous, which has a positive impact on the mental state, thereby improving the treatment effect. In addition, the present application adopts looming stimulation and applies multiple sets of visual stimulation. Through strong visual stimulation and repeated visual stimulation, better treatment effects can be achieved. 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 attention improvement device manufactured into 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 treatment 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. For the problem of inattention, different stimulation intensity conditions in visual stimulation have different effects on attention regulation. Studies have found that in a specific context, visual stimulation has a significant regulatory effect on attention.

[0033] The present application proposes an electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement 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 to apply acupuncture to acupuncture points corresponding to the problem of inattention and output pulse current.

[0035] In actual application, applying acupuncture and outputting pulse current is called electroacupuncture. In electroacupuncture therapy, after the needle is inserted, a trace current close to the human body's bioelectricity is passed through the needle, and treatment is carried out 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 often the eye dwells on an image, the greater the amount of information captured. Specific visual stimulation can help improve attention.

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

[0039] As the first embodiment of the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement device of the present application, it is intended to treat inattention.

[0040] Inattention can negatively impact people's lives, academic performance, and families. Western medicine treatments for ADHD primarily rely on psychotherapy and behavioral interventions. However, these treatments alone are associated with long treatment cycles, slow symptom relief, and recurrence. Traditional Chinese Medicine considers ADHD to be a form of "restlessness," rooted in Yin deficiency and Yang hyperactivity, resulting in insufficient marrow and poor brain function. Treatment should focus on replenishing essence and filling the marrow, unblocking the Governor Vessel (Governor Vessel) and awakening the mind. Clinically, the acupoints "Baihui" and "Si Shen Cong" are commonly used to regulate the Governor Vessel (Governor Vessel), unclog the meridians, and improve attention. Studies have shown that acupuncture can increase the number and quality of synapses in the cerebral cortex, particularly increasing the number of neurons activated by active attention, thereby improving attention levels. Acupuncture is widely used in clinical treatment.

[0041] The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention-improving device of this application improves attention through acupuncture combined with looming stimulation. Acupuncture at the Baihui and Sishencong points regulates the mind and dredges the meridians. It also increases the number and quality of synapses in the cerebral cortex, particularly the number of neurons activated by active attention, thereby improving attention levels. Looming stimulation improves attention through strong and repeated visual stimulation, and the combination of the two can improve attention levels.

[0042] In actual application, the electroacupuncture module needles the Baihui and Sishencong acupoints while connecting the electroacupuncture. The electroacupuncture frequency is 2HZ, the current intensity is 2mA, the waveform uses a sparse-dense wave, and 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) Expand from 2° to 30° visual angle within 0.25 s, with an expansion rate 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] Baihui point and the posterior four Shencong points are one group, and the left and right four Shencong points are one group, totaling two groups, which are treated separately.

[0048] With the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement device of the present application, acupuncture at the Baihui and Sishencong points combined with visual stimulation improves attention. Attention is improved through strong and repeated visual stimulation.

[0049] In practical applications, this application can select different stimulation points and electrical stimulation parameters for different degrees of attention loss. Due to individual differences, the stimulation parameters and stimulation time can be adjusted to achieve the effect of improving attention. Looming stimulation parameters can be adjusted according to individual differences of patients, including parameters such as looming stimulation frequency and stimulation duration, to achieve the effect of improving attention.

[0050] As the second embodiment of the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement device of the present application, which is also aimed at treating inattention, the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation analgesia device comprises an electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module which are both in working state.

[0051] The electroacupuncture module is used to apply acupuncture to acupoints corresponding to the problem of inattention and output a pulse current. The acupoints to be acupunctured may be Shenmen acupoint, etc.

[0052] 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.

[0053] The difference from the first embodiment is that the frequency, current intensity, and duration of the pulsed current during acupuncture treatment are adjusted based on the patient's condition. Furthermore, the duration of visual stimulation and the blanking period between two consecutive looming stimulations are also adjusted based on the patient's treatment condition.

[0054] In practical applications, the electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention-improving device of this application can be manufactured as the portable device 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 corresponding electroacupuncture.

[0055] 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.

[0056] 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 attention improvement device, characterized in that Comprising: An electroacupuncture module and a visual stimulation module that are both in a working state; The electroacupuncture module is used to apply acupuncture to acupoints corresponding to the problem of inattentiveness and output pulsed current; The visual stimulation module is used to provide multiple sets of visual stimuli through a display device. Each set of visual stimuli includes multiple looming stimuli and a display blank between two looming stimuli. One looming stimulus includes displaying a black disc, expanding the viewing angle of the black disc within a first preset time, and then maintaining for a second preset time.

2. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement device according to claim 1, wherein The frequency of the pulsed current is 2 Hz, and the current intensity is 2 mA.

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

4. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The time for applying acupuncture and outputting pulsed current is 20 min.

5. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement 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 attention improvement device according to claim 5, 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 at a speed of 112° / s within the first preset time.

7. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement 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 attention improvement device according to claim 7, wherein, One set of the visual stimuli includes 15 looming stimuli.

9. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The multiple sets of visual stimuli are four sets of visual stimuli, and there is a third preset time interval between every two sets of visual stimuli.

10. The electroacupuncture combined with visual stimulation attention improvement device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The third preset time is 5 min.

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