Massage module for providing massage and massage device including same

Abstract

The present invention is characterized by comprising: a power unit which provides rotational power via a motor; a shaft unit fixedly coupled to the power unit and having a screw thread formed on the upper side thereof; an ascending and descending unit which is spirally coupled to the screw thread of the shaft unit and can ascend and descend via rotation; a pad unit which is formed on the upper side of the ascending and descending unit and comes into contact with and massages the back of a user; and a solenoid unit which restricts the rotation of the ascending and descending unit when the ascending and descending unit ascends via the rotation of the shaft unit, wherein a massage is performed through vibration after the pad unit is moved by the ascending and descending of the ascending and descending unit.

Description

Massage module providing massage and massage device including same

[0001] The present invention relates to a massage module that provides a massage and a massage device including the same, and more specifically, to a massage device in which a movable massage module is provided so as to be height-adjustable using a spiral combination, thereby enabling a user's entire back to be massaged.

[0002] In the past, massage devices were widely used to improve blood circulation in the body or relieve momentary muscle stiffness by moving along the body part and stimulating the movement of massage modules in the painful area to relieve acute or chronic pain in the muscles and nerve tissues of the spine caused by working in an improper posture for a long time or by long-term habituation of such posture, and to improve blood circulation in the body or relieve momentary muscle stiffness.

[0003] These massage devices feature acupressure points within a pad that supports the user's body. These points are positioned on either side of the user's spine in the width direction. This allows the user to lie on the pad, while the points move along its length, rising or falling to conform to the shape of the user's spine. This allows for a more precise and refined massage effect on the user's spine.

[0004] In our industry, active research and development is being conducted to provide these massage effects.

[0005] The present invention was created to solve the problems of the prior art as described above and to expand the scope of application, and the purpose of the present invention is to provide a massage device for massaging a user through vibration while the pad is in contact with the user's body.

[0006] In order to solve the above-described problem, one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a power unit that provides rotational force by a motor; a shaft unit that is fixedly connected to the power unit and has a screw thread formed on the upper side; an elevation unit that is helically connected to the screw thread of the shaft unit and can be raised and lowered by rotation; a pad unit that is formed on the upper side of the elevation unit and comes into contact with the back of a user to perform a massage; and a solenoid unit that raises the elevation unit by restricting the rotation of the elevation unit when the shaft unit rotates; and a massage module can be provided that moves the pad unit by utilizing the elevation and lowering of the elevation unit and then performs a massage through vibration.

[0007] In addition, the solenoid section may include a solenoid shaft that is provided in a rod shape and can be inserted into the lower side of the lifting section through forward and backward movement.

[0008] In addition, the elevating portion may include a step portion having a protruding shape on the lower portion of the elevating portion so that the solenoid shaft inserted in the lower portion can be caught.

[0009] Additionally, the solenoid shaft can move backward so as not to come into contact with the step portion when the raising control of the raising / lowering portion is completed.

[0010] Additionally, at least a portion of the lower portion of the above-mentioned ascending and descending section may be provided with a slope connected to the step section.

[0011] In addition, a holder having a space for accommodating the massage module inside in order to reduce vibration and noise generated by the massage module and having at least a portion of the upper surface open so that the massage module can protrude may be provided around the massage module.

[0012] In addition, the massage module may include a height limiting portion having a movement space formed inside to limit the maximum height of the elevating portion; and a control portion for controlling the power portion below the height limiting portion.

[0013] In addition, the solenoid part may include a support bracket that is fixed so that the solenoid part has a certain height and prevents the solenoid shaft caught on the step part from being pushed.

[0014] In addition, the massage module raises the elevating unit through a first direction rotation of the power unit while the solenoid shaft is advanced, performs a massage through a first direction rotation of the power unit while the solenoid shaft is reversed, and lowers the elevating unit through a second direction rotation of the power unit while the solenoid shaft is reversed, and the first direction rotation may have a higher RPM (Revolution per minute) when performing the massage than when raising the elevating unit.

[0015] Another embodiment of the present disclosure for solving the above-described problem is a massage device including a base frame; a massage module formed on an upper side of the base frame and providing a massage to a user through vibration; a moving member that enables horizontal movement of the massage module; a motor that provides power to the moving member; a rail member that restricts a movement direction of the massage module; and a massage device including a massage module that provides a massage, the massage module including a lifting and lowering unit that can be raised and lowered; and a solenoid unit that restricts rotation of the lifting and lowering unit when a shaft unit of the massage module rotates, thereby restricting rotation of the lifting and lowering unit.

[0016] In addition, the device may include a chain that fixes the direction of the massage module; a first fixing member formed on one side of the massage module and connected to the motor; and a second fixing member formed on the opposite side of the first fixing member and to which a timing belt connected to the first fixing member is connected.

[0017] The massage module of the present invention for providing a massage and the massage device including the same have the effect of bringing the pad into contact with the user's body by using the rising and falling through a spiral combination, and providing a massage through vibration in the contacted state.

[0018] FIG. 1 is a drawing schematically showing the overall shape of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] FIG. 2 is a drawing schematically showing the overall shape of a massage module of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention after it has moved to the other side.

[0020] FIG. 3 is a drawing schematically showing the shape of an assembled massage module according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] FIG. 4 is a schematic drawing showing the shape of a separated massage module according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] FIG. 5(a) is a schematic drawing showing a cross-section before the massage module is raised according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] FIG. 5(b) is a schematic drawing showing a cross-section after the massage module is raised according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] The objects, specific advantages, and novel features of the present invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description and preferred embodiments, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In this specification, when reference numerals are assigned to components in each drawing, it should be noted that, where possible, identical components are given the same reference numerals even if they appear in different drawings. Furthermore, in describing the present invention, if a detailed description of a related known technology is deemed to unnecessarily obscure the gist of the present invention, the detailed description thereof will be omitted.

[0025]

[0026] Hereinafter, a detailed description will be provided along with the drawings shown below.

[0027]

[0028] FIG. 1 is a drawing schematically showing the overall shape of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a drawing schematically showing the overall shape of a massage module of a massage device according to one embodiment of the present invention after moving to the other side, FIG. 3 is a drawing schematically showing the shape of an assembled massage module according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 4 is a drawing schematically showing the shape of a separated massage module according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 5(a) is a drawing schematically showing a cross-section of a massage module before rising according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 5(b) is a drawing schematically showing a cross-section of a massage module after rising according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0029]

[0030] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, a massage device (1) for providing a massage using a massage module (10) of the present invention may be a device that performs a massage by contacting a user's body using the massage module (10) and transmitting pressure or vibration while in contact. In addition, massage can be provided to various parts of the body through movement of the massage module (10). A detailed description will be provided later.

[0031]

[0032] The massage module (10) included in the massage device (1) of the present invention with reference to FIGS. 3 and 4 may include a power unit (180) that provides rotational force by a motor (50); a shaft unit (140) that is fixedly connected to the power unit (180) and forms a screw thread on the upper side; an elevation unit (130) that is helically connected to the screw thread of the power unit and can be raised and lowered by rotation; a pad unit (110) that is formed on the upper side of the elevation unit (130) and comes into contact with the user's back to perform a massage; and a solenoid unit (190) that raises the elevation unit (130) by restricting the rotation of the elevation unit (130) when the shaft unit (140) rotates. The massage device (1) can move the pad unit (110) by utilizing the elevation and lowering of the elevation unit (130) and then perform a massage through vibration.

[0033] Here, the power unit (180) may provide rotational force. For example, it may receive rotational force from an external motor (50), but is not limited thereto, and may generate rotational force on its own. In addition, the power unit (180) may have a rod-shaped insert formed upward to transmit power upward. As shown in Fig. 4, the insert has a shape that protrudes upward and is basically a cylindrical shape, but may have a shape in which a portion of the side is flattened. When the cut portion is fitted into the shaft portion (140) described below, rotational force can be fully transmitted.

[0034] The shaft portion (140) may be coupled to the insert portion to transmit power (rotational force). Here, the shaft portion (140) may be provided with a shape that matches the cut portion of the insert portion so that rotational force can be transmitted when coupled to the power portion (180). Accordingly, the rotational force of the power portion (180) can be transmitted. In addition, the shaft portion (140) may have screw threads formed on the upper side. Additionally, the shaft portion (140) transmits only rotational force while being fixed to the power portion (180), and movement toward the upper or lower side may be restricted.

[0035] The ascending and descending part (130) may be connected in a spiral manner to the upper side of the shaft part (140). For example, a screw thread may be formed on the inside of a hole formed in the center of the ascending and descending part (130), and the shaft part (140) and the ascending and descending part (130) may be connected by rotationally connecting the screw thread of the shaft part (140) and the screw thread of the ascending and descending part (130).

[0036] As the power unit (180), shaft unit (140), and elevation unit (130) are connected, the rotational power of the power unit (180) may be transmitted to the elevation unit (130) through the shaft unit (140).

[0037] In addition, a pad part (110) may be formed on the upper side of the raising / lowering part (130). An amplifying part (120) may be further included between the raising / lowering part (130) and the pad part (110), which will be described in detail later. The pad part (110) may be in direct contact with the user's body. Accordingly, the pad part (110) may be formed of a flexible material, but is not limited thereto. For example, it may be formed of a soft material (fiber) or a material such as rubber. The shape of the pad part (110) may be a convex shape on the upper side. This can prevent the corners from coming into contact with the user's body when it comes into contact with the user's body, and the user can feel comfortable.

[0038] The solenoid unit (190) may limit the rotational movement of the ascending and descending unit (130). Specifically, the solenoid unit (190) may prevent the rotation of the ascending and descending unit (130) by contacting at least a portion of the ascending and descending unit (130) that rotates by receiving the rotational force of the power unit (180). As shown in FIG. 4, when the power unit (180) rotates counterclockwise to raise the ascending and descending unit (130), the solenoid unit (190) may be caught by the step (131) to limit the rotation of the ascending and descending unit (130). The ascending and descending unit (130) whose rotation is restricted may be fixed at the current rotational position, and the spiral coupling may be separated by the shaft unit (140) that continues to rotate, thereby allowing the ascending and descending unit (130) to rise. A detailed description of the step (131) will be provided later.

[0039] As described above, the massage may be performed by using the elevating member (130) to bring the pad member (110) into contact with the user's body, and applying pressure to the body by using the additional elevation of the pad member (110) in the contacted state, or by vibrating the pad member (110).

[0040]

[0041] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the solenoid part (190) may include a solenoid shaft (192) that is provided in a rod shape and can be inserted into the lower side of the raising / lowering part (130) through forward and backward movement.

[0042] Here, the solenoid shaft (192) may be rod-shaped and may be formed to be able to move forward and backward. For example, forward movement may mean that the solenoid shaft (192) moves to the left to an area where it can come into contact with the lifting / lowering unit (130), as shown in FIG. 5, and backward movement may mean that the solenoid shaft (192) moves to the right to an area where it does not come into contact with the lifting / lowering unit (130), as shown in FIG. 5. The driving of the solenoid shaft (192) may be implemented by an electromagnetic force generated by the flow of electricity. However, the present invention is not limited thereto and may be implemented by various power sources such as hydraulic pressure, pneumatic pressure, and a motor.

[0043]

[0044] To explain an example of the driving of the solenoid shaft (192), the height of the raising / lowering unit (130) may be fixed, and the solenoid shaft (192) may move backward to limit contact with the raising / lowering unit (130). Here, limiting contact may mean that the solenoid shaft (192) is fully inserted into the solenoid unit (190), thereby limiting contact between the solenoid shaft (192) and the raising / lowering unit (130) (hereinafter, the step portion (131)).

[0045] In addition, when the power unit (180) and the shaft unit (140) rotate in the first direction (for example, counterclockwise) to raise the elevating unit (130), if the spiral coupling is strong, the shaft unit (140) and the elevating unit (130) may rotate together. At this time, the solenoid shaft (192) may be formed to move forward and be caught by the step (131). Accordingly, when the step (131) is caught by the solenoid shaft (192) during rotation of the elevating unit (130), the rotation of the elevating unit (130) stops, and only the shaft unit (140) rotates, so that the spiral coupling between the elevating unit (130) and the solenoid shaft (192) is released, and the elevating unit (130) may rise.

[0046] In addition, when the ascent of the elevating unit (130) is completed and a massage is provided to the user through vibration, the vibration may be limited by friction between the elevating unit (130) and the solenoid shaft (192) or the solenoid shaft (192) may be moved backward to prevent contact with the elevating unit (130) in order to prevent a breakdown of the solenoid unit (190).

[0047] This solenoid shaft (192) may be formed to be able to move forward on the lower side of the elevating unit (130) and may be formed to be able to be caught on a step (131) formed on the lower side of the elevating unit (130).

[0048] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the elevating portion (130) may include a step portion (131) provided in a protruding shape on the lower portion of the elevating portion (130) so that the solenoid shaft (192) inserted at the lower portion can be caught.

[0049] Here, the step portion (131) may be formed so that the solenoid shaft (192) that advances in the direction of the ascending / descending portion (130) as described above can be caught.

[0050] Additionally, a sloped portion (132) connected to a step portion (131) may be provided on the lower side of the ascending / descending portion (130).

[0051] Specifically, the step portion (131) may be formed on the lower side of the raising / lowering portion (130). This may be to facilitate the formation of the inclined portion (132) described later while forming the step portion during the manufacturing of the raising / lowering portion (130) (ease of mold manufacturing). In addition, this may be to prevent the solenoid shaft (192) from getting caught in a part other than the step portion (131) when the solenoid shaft (192) advances.

[0052] For example, if the structure is designed such that the solenoid shaft (192) is inserted into a hole formed in the middle of the raising / lowering part (130), if the solenoid shaft (192) advances in a part other than the hole, the advancement of the solenoid shaft (192) may be impeded, which may cause a malfunction. By providing an inclined part (132) connected to the step part (131) in at least a portion of the lower part of the raising / lowering part (130), the aforementioned problem can be resolved.

[0053] In addition, the step portion (131) may have a size of a range of movement when the elevating and lowering portion (130) rises and falls. For example, if the gap difference between the maximum rise and the maximum fall of the elevating portion (130) is 10 cm, the step portion (131) may have a size of 10 cm or more than 10 cm, but is not limited thereto, and may have a size smaller than 10 cm. If the step portion (131) is formed to be 10 cm or less, the maximum width of the rise of the elevating portion (130) may be limited using the step portion (131). Conversely, if the step portion (131) has a size of 10 cm or more, the maximum rise distance of the elevating portion (130) may be widened, but the height may be adjusted by rotation.

[0054]

[0055] According to one embodiment of the present invention, when the raising control of the raising / lowering unit (130) is completed, the solenoid shaft (192) may move backward so as not to contact the step unit (131).

[0056] The solenoid shaft (192) is formed to be able to be caught on the step (131) and to limit the rotation of the raising / lowering unit (130). Meanwhile, when the height of the raising / lowering unit (130) is adjusted and the height is fixed, and the vibration is used to massage the user's body by rotating the shaft in the first direction (for example, clockwise), the solenoid shaft (192) may cause friction with the step (131) of the raising / lowering unit (130). To prevent this, the massage module (10) may perform the massage while the solenoid shaft (192) is moved backward.

[0057] Here, forward movement of the solenoid shaft (192) may mean that the solenoid shaft (192) moves in a direction in which it protrudes outward from the solenoid portion (190). In addition, backward movement of the solenoid shaft (192) may mean that the solenoid shaft (192) moves in a direction in which it is inserted into the solenoid portion (190).

[0058] For example, as shown in FIG. 5, when one side of the solenoid shaft (192) (the part that comes into contact with the raising / lowering part (130)) moves in a direction protruding outward from the solenoid part (190) (FIG. 5 (a)), this can be called forward movement of the solenoid shaft (192), and conversely, when one side of the solenoid shaft (192) (the part that comes into contact with the raising / lowering part (130)) moves in a direction inserted into the solenoid part (190) (FIG. 5 (b)), this can be called backward movement of the solenoid shaft (192).

[0059] Additionally, when the solenoid shaft (192) is in a forward state, it may be moved forward so as to come into contact with the step portion (131). Conversely, when the solenoid shaft (192) is in a backward state, it may be moved backward so as not to come into contact with the step portion (131).

[0060] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the power unit (180) may include an insertion portion, and the insertion portion coupled with the shaft portion (140) may include a flat portion having a flat side, and the shaft portion (140) may be formed to engage with the flat portion.

[0061] Here, the insertion part may be provided in a shape that protrudes from the central portion of the power unit (180). For example, the power unit (180) may be formed with an insertion part to transmit rotational force and may rotate a device connected to the insertion part.

[0062] At this time, the insertion portion may be basically provided in a cylindrical shape. Meanwhile, if provided in a cylindrical shape, the shaft portion (140) may rotate idly when inserted. To prevent this, a flat portion may be included in which a portion of the side surface is formed in a flat shape.

[0063] The flat portion may be formed horizontally along the length of the insert portion. For example, when viewed from above the insert portion, it may have a shape with one side cut off. By forming the flat portion vertically, the fatigue applied to the insert portion can be minimized, thereby improving durability.

[0064] Additionally, according to another embodiment of the present disclosure, the insertion portion may be provided in an oval shape.

[0065] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage module (10) includes a holder (100) having a receiving space formed therein and a catch groove (101) which is a predetermined space extending from the receiving space; and an amplifier (120) having at least one catch portion (121) provided on a side thereof; wherein the catch portion (121) is inserted into the catch groove (101) to prevent rotation of the amplifier (120).

[0066] Here, the holder (100) may be formed with a central penetrable hole so that the pad portion (110) described above can protrude upward, and may be formed to surround the remaining portion except for the upper hole. Specifically, it may be formed in the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped, with a cylindrical hole formed vertically in the center. This cylindrical hole may be closed so as to be separated from the outside.

[0067] This holder (100) can protect the side portions of the inner cylindrical hole, excluding the upper portion. For example, the holder (100) can be formed of a plastic or metal material to protect the inner portion, or can be formed of a rubber material to protect the inner portion from external force. Here, when the holder (100) is formed of a rubber material, even if the holder (100) is caught by the movement of the power unit (180), the shaft unit (140), and the elevation unit (130), the rubber holder (100) can be deformed to a certain extent, the catch is removed, and the holder can return to its original position due to elasticity.

[0068] Additionally, the holder (100) may provide a vibration-proofing effect and / or a vibration-reducing effect. For example, when the massage module provides a massage, vibration may occur and be transmitted to the massage device. The holder (100) may provide an effect that partially reduces such vibration. Additionally, when the massage module provides a massage, noise may occur, and the holder (100) may provide an effect that partially reduces such noise.

[0069] The amplifier (120) may be connected to the raising / lowering unit (130) at the lower side and to the pad unit (110) at the upper side. The amplifier (120) may interact with the raising / lowering unit (130) to generate vibration. For example, if an eccentrically protruding protrusion exists at the upper side of the raising / lowering unit (130), and the eccentrically protruding protrusion rotates due to the rotation generated by the power unit (180), the protrusion and the amplifier (120) may interact to generate vibration.

[0070] In this case, a holder (100) may be formed around the massage module (11, 12, etc.). The holder (100) may be provided in a form that surrounds the massage module. Specifically, at least a portion of the upper portion of the holder (100) may be opened so that the pad portion (110) may protrude, and a space may be formed inside the holder (100) so that at least a portion of the massage module (11, 12, etc.) may be accommodated. The holder (100) may be implemented with a rubber material. In addition, the holder (100) may be composed of a silicone material, a sponge material, a plastic material, etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0071] The holder (100) can perform a soundproofing function. For example, when a massage module (11, 12, etc.) is operated, vibration noise may be generated, and the holder (100) is provided in a form surrounding the massage module (11, 12), thereby reducing at least a portion of the vibration noise.

[0072] In addition, the holder (100) can perform a vibration-proof function. For example, when the massage module (11, 12) is driven, vibration may be generated, and the generated vibration may be transmitted to the massage device (1). The holder (100) is provided in a form surrounding the massage module (11, 12), thereby reducing at least a portion of the vibration generated by the massage module (11, 12), thereby reducing at least a portion of the vibration transmitted to the massage device (1).

[0073] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a catch groove (101) may be formed in the holder (100). Specifically, the catch groove (101) may be formed in a shape that is open from the inside to the outside of the holder (100) in a through-hole shape of the holder (100). The catch groove (101) may be formed in a rectangular shape, but is not limited thereto. The catch portion (121) described below may be formed in a shape that allows for catch.

[0074] The catch (121) may be formed on the amplifier (120). Specifically, it may be formed on the side surface of the amplifier (120). For example, it may be formed in a rectangular parallelepiped shape protruding from a portion of the side surface. This catch (121) may be inserted into the catch groove (101) as described above. The movement of the inserted catch (121) may be limited within the catch groove (101), and accordingly, the rotation of the catch (121) is limited by the catch groove (101), and when friction occurs between the catch groove (101) and the catch groove (101) due to vibration transmitted to the catch (121), noise may be minimized by the catch groove (101) made of rubber.

[0075] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage module (10) may include a height limiting portion (150) having a movement space formed inside to limit the maximum height of the elevating portion (130); and a control portion (160) for controlling the power portion (180) below the height limiting portion (150).

[0076] Here, the height limiting member (150) may be configured to control the height increase to limit the maximum height when the shaft member (140) and the elevation member (130) move by the rotation of the power member (180). For example, the height limiting member (150) may be fixedly connected to the lower center of the elevation member (130), and at this time, a movement space may be formed on the inside so that the screw threads of the shaft member (140) can move. At this time, the movement space may be configured to have a shape that is confined so that the part of the shaft member (140) where the screw threads are formed does not escape to the outside. The height limiting member (150) provided in this shape can limit the movement width of the shaft member (140) when it moves to the lowest side of the movement space.

[0077] In addition, the control unit (160) may control the rotation of the power unit (180), but is not limited thereto, and may control devices having mechanical and electrical movements such as the power unit (180), the solenoid unit (190), and the pad unit (110). For example, the movement of the power unit (180) may be controlled so that the screw thread of the shaft unit (140) can move only inside the movement space when the power unit (180) rotates. In addition, the control unit (160) may control the forward and backward movement of the solenoid shaft (192). In addition, the control unit (160) may control components that can be electrically and mechanically controlled.

[0078] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the massage device (1) may be equipped with a separate control unit (not shown). In addition, the control unit (160) of the massage module may be driven by the control of the massage device (1).

[0079] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the solenoid part (190) may be provided so that the solenoid part (190) has a certain height and is coupled to a support bracket (191). The solenoid part (190) is coupled to the support bracket (191) so as to prevent the solenoid shaft (192) caught on the single-turn part (131) from being pushed.

[0080] For example, the support bracket (191) may be configured to support the solenoid shaft (192) so that it is not pushed by the rotational force of the raising / lowering unit (130) when the rotation of the raising / lowering unit (130) in which the solenoid shaft (192) rotates is restricted. This support bracket (191) may be fixed to a moving frame (70) that surrounds the power unit (180).

[0081] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage module (10) may further include a support member (170) that limits the height of the shaft member (140) and the minimum movable distance of the height limit member (150).

[0082] Here, the support member (170) may be formed through a hole so that the insertion part of the power unit (180) can rotate, and may be fixed to a moving frame (70) on the outside of the power unit (180).

[0083] Additionally, the minimum height of the height limiting member (150) may be raised by the height spaced by the support member (170). That is, the minimum height to which the elevating member (130) is lowered by the rotational force of the shaft may be limited by the support member (170).

[0084] Hereinafter, an operation example of the massage module (10) of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 5.

[0085] Fig. 5(a) shows a state in which the height of the elevating section (130) is minimum, and Fig. 5(b) shows a state in which the height of the elevating section (130) is maximum.

[0086] The massage module (10) of the present invention may have a height change of d in accordance with the maximum rise and maximum fall of the elevating portion (130). d may be formed to be 10 mm. In addition, d may be formed to be within 10 mm to 100 mm, and is not limited thereto and may be formed to have various lengths.

[0087] When the elevating member (130) is in the maximum lowered state, the screw thread of the shaft member (140) may be in contact with the uppermost part of the moving space of the elevating member (130).

[0088] Conversely, when the ascending / descending member (130) is in the maximum raised state, the screw thread of the shaft member (140) may be in contact with the lowest side of the moving space of the height restriction member (150).

[0089] At this time, the elevating / lowering unit (130) and the height limiting unit (150) may move in a fixedly coupled state. The fixedly coupled elevating / lowering unit (130) and the height limiting unit (150) may form a movement space together on the inside and allow the shaft unit (140) to move within the movement space, thereby limiting the height to which the elevating / lowering unit (130) can move.

[0090] In addition, the solenoid unit (190) may be configured to maintain the solenoid shaft (192) in an advanced state so that the solenoid shaft (192) can be caught on the step (131) when the elevation unit (130) rises. The advanced solenoid shaft (192) may be caught on the step (131) to limit the rotation of the elevation unit (130), and at this time, a support bracket (191) may be formed to prevent the solenoid shaft (192) from being pushed. The support bracket (191) may form pillars on both sides of the solenoid unit (190) so that the solenoid shaft (192) supports both clockwise and counterclockwise rotations of the elevation unit (130).

[0091]

[0092] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage module (10) may rotate the power unit (180) in the first direction when providing a massage to the user.

[0093] The power unit (180) may rotate in a first direction (e.g., counterclockwise) and a second direction (e.g., clockwise), and the first direction and the second direction may be opposite to each other.

[0094] Specifically, the power unit (180) may cause the raising and lowering or vibration of the raising and lowering unit (130) through rotation in the first direction and the second direction.

[0095] For example, as described above, when the solenoid shaft (192) is rotated in the first direction while being advanced, the elevating member (130) fixed by the solenoid shaft (192) cannot rotate and can only perform an up-and-down movement, and accordingly, the shaft member (140) may rotate along the screw thread of the fixed elevating member (130) to raise the elevating member (130).

[0096] In addition, when the raising and lowering unit (130) is completed, the control unit (160) controls the solenoid shaft (192) to move backward, and the raising and lowering unit (130) and the solenoid shaft (192) are made non-contact. At this time, when the power unit (180) rotates in the first direction, the components from the power unit (180) to the pad unit (110) may rotate together in a fixed state. The rotation at this time is hereinafter referred to as an idle rotation (rotation in the first direction, but the raising and lowering of the raising and lowering unit (130) does not occur). During the idle rotation, the raising and lowering operations of the raising and lowering unit (130) are not performed, so the rotation may be in a fixed height state. This idle rotation generates vibration in the pad unit (110), and the generated vibration may massage the user's body.

[0097] In addition, when the power unit (180) rotates in the second direction while the elevation unit (130) is raised, the elevation unit (130) may be lowered. For example, when the power unit (180) rotates in the second direction, the screw threads of the elevation unit (130) and the shaft unit (140) may be engaged, causing the elevation unit (130) to descend. The rotation of the power unit (180) in the second direction may preferably engage the screw threads. At this time, when the power unit (180) rotates in the second direction (when the elevation unit (130) is lowered), the user may be lying on the upper side of the massage module (10), and accordingly, the user's weight is applied to the massage module (10) and rotates accordingly. In this way, the elevation unit (130) of the massage module (10) in which the user's weight is applied may lower the height of the elevation unit (130) by forming a spiral connection through rotation of the shaft unit (140) in the second direction.

[0098]

[0099] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the massage module (10) may have an eccentrically rotating lifting unit (130) and a power unit (180).

[0100] Here, the eccentric rotation may be a rotation in which the rotation axis of the power unit (180) and the rotation axis of the protrusion provided in the lifting / lowering unit (130) are formed misaligned.

[0101] Referring to Fig. 5, for example, the rotation axis of the moving space formed inside the combined lifting / lowering unit (130) and height limiting unit (150) and the rotation axis of the protrusion of the lifting / lowering unit (130) may be misaligned and rotate to generate vibration. Here, since the rotation axis of the shaft unit (140) and the rotation axis of the protrusion of the lifting / lowering unit (130) are different, the rotation axis of the protrusion of the lifting / lowering unit (130) rotates in a circle due to the rotation of the shaft unit (140). At this time, vibration may occur as much as the radius of the circle.

[0102] Below, an example of driving a massage module (10) through eccentric rotation will be described.

[0103] When the elevation and lowering part (130) of the massage module (10) is raised and lowered, the height of the pad part (110) can be delicately manipulated, and for the sake of safety, a low RPM (Revolution per minute) rotation can be performed when the height is adjusted while the user is lying on the massage module (10). At this time, as described above, the elevation and lowering part (130) can be raised by rotating the shaft part (140) in the first direction, and the elevation and lowering part (130) can be lowered by rotating the shaft part (140) in the second direction.

[0104] In addition, the RPM (Revolution per minute) of the power unit (180) during idling to generate vibration of the elevating unit (130) may be relatively higher than the RPM (Revolution per minute) during the rising and falling of the elevating unit (130).

[0105] For example, when the lift / lower unit (130) is raised and lowered, it can move at a low RPM for safety, and when idling to generate vibration, it can generate strong vibration through a high RPM, thereby providing a massage to the user.

[0106] In addition, the control unit (160) may be configured to control the RPM of the shaft unit (140) and the ascending and descending unit (130) during idle rotation to provide a massage to the user, thereby controlling the intensity of the vibration. For example, the rotation speed may be set to 500 RPM for the first stage massage, and the rotation speed may be set to 600 RPM for the second stage massage, and there is an effect of providing a differentiated massage to the user through vibration according to the rotation speed of the ascending and descending unit (130).

[0107] The first direction and the second direction described above may be formed in opposite directions, and if one of the first direction and the second direction becomes the opposite direction, the other direction may also be formed in the opposite direction.

[0108] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the control of the massage module (10) may be performed by a control unit (not shown) provided in the massage device (1). In this case, the control unit (not shown) may be implemented as a processor. In addition, according to another embodiment of the present disclosure, the control of the massage module (10) is performed by a control unit (160), and the control unit (160) may be controlled by a control unit (not shown) of the massage device (1). According to another embodiment of the present disclosure, the control unit (not shown) of the massage device (1) and the control unit (160) of the massage module (1) may be the same, but are not limited thereto, and the shape of the control unit may be implemented in various ways. The control unit (160) of the massage module (10) may be implemented as a processor.

[0109] According to another embodiment of the present invention, a massage device (1) for providing a massage using the massage module (10) comprises: a base frame (20); a massage module (10) formed on an upper side of the base frame (20) and providing a massage to a user through vibration; a moving member (60) for enabling horizontal movement of the massage module (10); a motor (50) for providing power to the moving member (60); and a rail member (30) for limiting the direction of movement of the massage module (10); and the massage module (10) may include a first massage module (11) and a second massage module (12) for massaging the erector spinae muscles on both sides of the user's spine.

[0110] Here, the base frame (20) may be in the shape of a wide plate and may serve to support the components of the massage device (1).

[0111] Specifically, a movable frame (70) on which at least one massage module (10) is installed is connected to the upper side of the base frame (20). At this time, the movable frame (70) may be formed to be movable in the longitudinal direction of the base frame (20). For example, a rail member (30) may be formed in the longitudinal direction of the base frame (20), and the movable frame (70) may be inserted into the rail member (30) to be movable. At this time, the movable frame (70) may be movable only within the rail member (30), and may be movable along the longitudinal direction of the rail member (30).

[0112] In addition, the moving frame (70) may be movable by a moving member (60) formed on the upper side of the base frame (20) and a motor (50) to which the moving member (60) is connected. For example, the moving member (60) may be in the shape of a timing belt, and the moving frame (70) may be movable by the rotational force of the motor (50) connected to the moving member (60). A detailed description will be given later.

[0113] Such a massage device (1) may include a plurality of movable massage modules (10). Preferably, it may include two massage modules (10) to massage the erector spinae muscles on both sides of the user's spine or massage both legs depending on the user's posture.

[0114] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the device may include a chain (40) that fixes the direction of the massage module (10); a first fixing member formed on one side of the massage module (10) and connected to the motor (50); and a second fixing member formed on the opposite side of the first fixing member and to which a timing belt connected to the first fixing member is connected.

[0115] Here, the fixed member may be formed on both sides of the base frame (20) to fix the position of the movable member (60) connected to the motor (50). For example, the movable member (60) may be rotatably connected to the first fixed member and the second fixed member, and the movable member (60) may form an endless track in the form of being locked to the fixed members on both sides. Accordingly, when the rotational force of the motor (50) is transmitted to the movable member (60), the movable member (60) may change its position due to rotation, and the movable frame (70) may move together accordingly.

[0116] In addition, the massage module (10) may include a chain (40). Here, the chain (40) allows the movable frame (70) to remain parallel to the longitudinal direction when moved by the movable member (60). For example, when the movable frame (70) is moved by the movable member (60), if the weights on both sides are different with respect to the movable member (60), only one side may be pulled, resulting in a twisting phenomenon. To prevent this, the chain (40) may have at least a portion of the width and may be connected at one end to the movable frame (70). In addition, the other end may be connected to a fixed member. At this time, the fixed member may be either a first fixed member or a second fixed member. Preferably, it may be connected to the first fixed member formed on the opposite side of the motor (50) connected to the movable member (60).

[0117]

[0118] As described above, the massage device (1) may include a plurality of massage modules (10) to massage the user. The massage modules (10) may be configured to be movable, to contact the user's body, and to generate vibrations while in contact to perform a massage. Accordingly, the user can recover from fatigue through the massage provided by the massage modules (10), and can quickly recover from muscle pain, etc.

[0119]

[0120] Although the present invention has been described in detail through specific embodiments, this is intended to specifically explain the present invention, and the present invention is not limited thereto, and it will be apparent that modifications and improvements can be made by those skilled in the art within the technical spirit of the present invention.

[0121] All simple modifications or changes of the present invention fall within the scope of the present invention, and the specific scope of protection of the present invention will be made clear by the appended claims.

[0122]

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[0124] [Explanation of symbols]

[0125] 1: Massage device

[0126] 10: Massage Module

[0127] 11: First Massage Module 12: Second Massage Module

[0128] 100: Holder 101: Hook

[0129] 110: Pad section

[0130] 120: Amplifier 121: Hook

[0131] 130: Ascent and descent

[0132] 131: Single chin 132: Sloping chin

[0133] 140: Shaft section 150: Height limit section

[0134] 160: Control unit 170: Support unit

[0135] 180: Power unit

[0136] 190: Solenoid part 191: Support bracket

[0137] 192: Solenoid shaft

[0138] 20: Base frame

[0139] 30: Rail member

[0140] 40: Chain

[0141] 50: Motor

[0142] 60: Movable member 61: First fixed member

[0143] 62: Second fixed member

[0144] 70: Moving Frame

Claims

1. Power unit that provides rotational power by a motor; A shaft part fixedly connected to the power part and having screw threads formed on the upper side; A rising and falling part that is capable of rising and falling by rotation by being connected to the screw threads and spirals of the above shaft part; A pad part formed on the upper side of the upper and lower parts and coming into contact with the user's back to perform a massage; A solenoid part that raises the raising / lowering part by restricting the rotation of the raising / lowering part when the shaft part rotates; By moving the pad part using the raising and lowering of the above-mentioned raising and lowering part, a massage is performed through vibration. Massage module.

2. In paragraph 1, The above solenoid part, It is provided in a rod shape and includes a solenoid shaft that can be inserted into the lower part of the lifting and lowering section through forward and backward movement. Massage module.

3. In paragraph 2, The above-mentioned boarding and disembarking section is, Including a step portion having a protruding shape on the lower part of the elevating / lowering part so that the solenoid shaft inserted at the lower side can be caught. Massage module.

4. In paragraph 3, The above solenoid shaft, when the lifting control of the lifting / lowering section is completed, Moves backwards so as not to come into contact with the above-mentioned step portion, Massage module.

5. In paragraph 4, At least a portion of the lower part of the above-mentioned lifting and lowering section is provided with a slope connected to the above-mentioned step section. Massage module.

6. In paragraph 5, A holder having a space for accommodating the massage module inside to reduce vibration and noise generated by the massage module, and having at least a portion of the upper surface open so that the massage module can protrude; is provided around the above massage module, Massage module.

7. In paragraph 6, The above massage module, A height limiting member having a moving space formed inside to limit the maximum height of the above-mentioned boarding and lowering member; and A control unit for controlling the power unit below the height limit unit; Massage module.

8. In paragraph 7, The above solenoid part, The solenoid part is fixed to a certain height and includes a support bracket that prevents the solenoid shaft caught on the step from being pushed. Massage module.

9. In paragraph 8, The above massage module, The solenoid shaft is moved forward, and the first direction rotation of the power unit causes the lifting / lowering unit to rise, The massage is performed by rotating the power unit in the first direction while the solenoid shaft is in reverse, The solenoid shaft is moved backwards, and the second direction rotation of the power unit lowers the lifting / lowering unit. The above first direction rotation is, When performing the above massage, the RPM (Revolution per minute) is higher than when raising the above-mentioned lifting and lowering part. Massage module.

10. In massage devices, base frame; A massage module formed on the upper side of the base frame and providing a massage to the user through vibration; A moving member that enables horizontal movement of the above massage module; A motor providing power to the above moving member; A rail member for limiting the direction of movement of the above massage module is included; The above massage module, A lift that can rise and fall; and A solenoid part that raises the raising / lowering part by restricting the rotation of the raising / lowering part when the shaft part of the massage module rotates; including; A massage device comprising a massage module for providing a massage.

11. In paragraph 10, The above device, A chain for fixing the direction of the above massage module; and A first fixing member formed on one side of the above massage module and connected to the motor; A second fixing member formed on the opposite side of the first fixing member and including a timing belt connected to the first fixing member; A massage device comprising a massage module for providing a massage.

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