Wet thermotherapy device capable of alleviating nasal discharge and nasal congestion symptoms by using control of temperature, flow rate and pressure of steam

Abstract

The present invention relates to a wet thermotherapy device capable of alleviating nasal discharge and nasal congestion symptoms by using the control of the temperature, flow rate and pressure of steam, comprising: a steamer having an opened upper portion so as to accommodate water therein, and then heat the water such that steam is generated; a cover which closes the opened upper portion of the steamer so as to prevent water leakage, and which has a discharge hole provided in the center thereof so that the steam can be discharged to the outside; a nozzle having a tube formed at one end thereof such that the tube is coupled to the discharge hole so as to receive the steam, and having a plurality of injection holes provided at the other end thereof such that the steam can be injected into each of the nostrils; and a main body which is formed such that the steamer can be mounted on the upper portion thereof, and which controls the operation of the steamer and supplies external air into the steamer so as to control that the temperature, pressure and flow rate of the steam injected from the nozzle are constantly maintained.

Description

A wet thermal therapy device that can improve runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam.

[0001] The present invention relates to a wet heat therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam, and more specifically, to a wet heat therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam that can treat inflammation, runny nose, and nasal congestion in the nasal cavity, and prevent respiratory diseases by spraying steam generated by boiling water into the nasal cavity.

[0002]

[0003] Conventional rhinitis treatment devices using simple thermal treatment simply heat air to a certain temperature and inject it into the nose. However, this method has the side effect of drying out the nasal cavity due to low humidity and putting stress on the nasal mucosa inside the nose, which interferes with normal nasal mucosa activity.

[0004]

[0005] In addition, conventional portable rhinitis treatment devices using light irradiation cannot maintain sufficient humidity and the light cannot reach the inflamed area due to the anatomical structure of the paranasal sinuses, making it difficult to provide proper treatment.

[0006]

[0007] In the case of simple steam machines and ultrasonic humidifying rhinitis treatment machines, humidity can be maintained, but the temperature of the steam cannot be maintained at a constant level, and because of insufficient pressure and flow rate, the high-temperature steam cannot reach the internal inflamed area, so the effect of accurate heat treatment cannot be expected.

[0008]

[0009] In addition, the portable insertable rhinitis treatment device using a light irradiation method, which is a conventional technology, may have the side effect of stimulating the nasal mucosa by directly contacting the nasal epidermis and mucosa for a long time, thereby causing damage to the mucosal cells, and there may be a risk of secondary infection due to contact inflammation.

[0010]

[0011] In addition, since the inflamed area is swollen, the structure makes it impossible for light to reach the entire inflamed area evenly, and the temperature of the nasal cavity cannot be maintained at 43°C, so light irradiation alone cannot be an accurate treatment for the inflammation.

[0012]

[0013] Meanwhile, when using a conventional liquid spray-type drug treatment device, temporary treatment effects are possible, but there is a risk that drug resistance and side effects may occur depending on the person when used long-term, and it can be seen that fundamental treatment is difficult with drug therapy alone.

[0014]

[0015] Additionally, conventional treatment methods that spray gases such as carbon dioxide can cause the inside of the nose to dry out, which can lead to poor results.

[0016]

[0017] The conditions for desirable local hyperthermia treatment for rhinitis are that the temperature inside the nasal cavity must be maintained at a specific temperature that can be treated for a certain period of time, and that high-temperature steam must be continuously supplied and maintained to the inflamed area of ​​the paranasal sinus while overcoming the anatomical resistance of the nasal cavity. However, the above-mentioned conventional techniques do not satisfy these conditions, and therefore have the problem of low therapeutic effects.

[0018]

[0019] The purpose of the present invention to solve the above problems is to provide a wet heat therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate and pressure of steam so that the temperature of steam is kept constant and the flow rate and pressure of steam are kept constant so that the steam can be delivered to the inside of the nasal cavity to maximize the effect of local heat therapy for rhinitis.

[0020]

[0021] In addition, another object of the present invention is to provide a wet heat treatment device that can improve symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam that is harmless to the human body even when inhaled or used for a long time by using only saturated steam generated by boiling water without using drugs, other gases, light, etc.

[0022]

[0023] In addition, another object of the present invention is to provide a wet thermal treatment device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam, which can treat the affected area by spraying steam without physical contact, thereby removing harmful bacteria without unnecessary stimulation to the affected area, improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms, relieving inflammation, and preventing respiratory diseases.

[0024]

[0025] In addition, another object of the present invention is to provide a wet heat treatment device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam, which enables customized treatment according to the user's situation by recommending the user's treatment conditions and optimizing the operating conditions based on external environmental information.

[0026]

[0027] In order to solve the above problem, the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam of the present invention is characterized by including a steamer having an open top to receive water therein and heat the water to form steam, a cover having a central exhaust hole to seal the open top of the steamer to prevent water from leaking and to exhaust steam to the outside, a nozzle having a tube formed at one end such that the tube is connected to the exhaust hole to receive steam and a plurality of injection holes formed at the other end such that steam can be sprayed to each nostril, and a main body that is formed such that the steamer can be mounted at the top and controls the operation of the steamer and supplies outside air into the steamer to control the temperature, pressure, and flow rate of steam sprayed from the nozzle to be kept constant.

[0028]

[0029] In addition, the main body of the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and stuffy nose by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam of the present invention includes a blower fan that forms outside air at a set flow rate and pressure by rotation and supplies it to the steamer, a filter formed on the front of the blower fan to capture and purify foreign substances, bacteria, and viruses mixed in the outside air, an outside temperature sensor formed on the front of the blower fan to measure the temperature of the outside air being sucked in and to adjust the temperature of the steam generated in advance, and a supply path for supplying the outside air supplied by the blower fan into the inside of the steamer, and the blower fan is characterized in that it maintains the flow rate of the outside air at 2.0 to 2.5 CFM and the pressure at 80 to 85 mmH2O.

[0030]

[0031] In addition, the steamer of the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and stuffy nose by using the temperature, flow rate, and pressure control of the steam of the present invention comprises a heating container formed of stainless steel and having an open top to accommodate water, a heater formed on the lower surface of the heating container and supplied with power from the main body to heat the heating container and generate steam, an inlet passage formed on one side of the upper portion of the heating container and allowing external air supplied from the main body to flow into the upper portion of the heating container, and an internal temperature sensor formed on the other side of the upper portion of the heating container and measuring the temperature of the steam when the external air is introduced to control the temperature of the heater, wherein the heater is characterized in that it maintains the temperature of the steam discharged through the nozzle at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius.

[0032]

[0033] In addition, the main body of the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam of the present invention is characterized in that it wirelessly communicates with a smartphone in which information on the user's treatment mode, treatment time, treatment cycle, and treatment history is input, so that the operating time of the steam device and the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam are automatically adjusted by the smartphone.

[0034]

[0035] In addition, the main body of the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam of the present invention is characterized in that it receives at least one of current local weather information, fine dust information, health information, disease information, and prescription information through wireless communication and recommends a recommended treatment mode according to the environmental condition or user condition.

[0036]

[0037] In addition, the nozzle of the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam of the present invention is characterized by further including an adjustment cap formed on the outer surface so that the spacing between the plurality of injection holes can be adjusted by rotation according to the user's nostril position.

[0038]

[0039] As described above, the wet heat therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention has the effect of maintaining the temperature of the steam constant and maintaining the flow rate and pressure of the steam constant so that it can be delivered to the inside of the nasal cavity in order to maximize the effect of local heat therapy for rhinitis.

[0040]

[0041] In addition, according to the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate and pressure of steam according to the present invention, only saturated steam generated by boiling water is used without using drugs, other gases or light, so that it is harmless to the human body even when the user inhales it or uses it for a long time.

[0042]

[0043] In addition, according to the wet thermal treatment device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, by spraying steam to the affected area without physical contact, it is effective in eliminating harmful bacteria without unnecessary stimulation to the affected area, improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms, relieving inflammation, and preventing respiratory diseases.

[0044]

[0045] In addition, according to the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, there is an effect of enabling customized treatment according to the user's situation by recommending treatment conditions for the user and optimizing operating conditions based on external environmental information.

[0046]

[0047] Figure 1 is a perspective view showing the exterior of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0048] Figure 2 is an assembly drawing showing the steam unit of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, separated.

[0049] Figure 3 is a perspective view showing the connection part of the main body and steamer of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0050] Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal structure of a steamer of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0051] Figure 5 is a configuration diagram showing the combination and operation structure of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0052] Figure 6 is a perspective view showing a variable nozzle of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0053] Figure 7 is a front view showing a nozzle of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, in which the position at which steam is discharged is changed by a control cap.

[0054] Figure 8 is an exemplary diagram showing a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, being linked to a smartphone.

[0055] Figure 9 is a flowchart showing the control process logic of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0056]

[0057] 100: Body

[0058] 101: Contract Home

[0059] 110: Power supply

[0060] 120: Control unit

[0061] 130: Display

[0062] 140: Communication module

[0063] 150: Outside temperature sensor

[0064] 160: Filter

[0065] 170: Blower fan

[0066] 180: Supply Euro

[0067] 190: First connector

[0068] 200: Steamer

[0069] 201: Fastening Hook

[0070] 210: Heater

[0071] 220: Heating vessel

[0072] 230: Temperature sensor

[0073] 240: Cover

[0074] 241: Exhaust hole

[0075] 250: Tube

[0076] 260: Nozzle

[0077] 261: Injection hole

[0078] 262: Adjustment cap

[0079] 270: Second connector

[0080] 280: Inflow Euro

[0081] 300: Smartphone

[0082] 400: Internet network

[0083]

[0084] The specific features and advantages of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. If a detailed description of the functions and configurations of the present invention is deemed to unnecessarily obscure the gist of the invention, the detailed description will be omitted.

[0085]

[0086] The present invention relates to a wet heat therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam, and more specifically, to a wet heat therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam that can treat inflammation and nasal congestion in the nasal cavity and prevent respiratory diseases by spraying steam generated by boiling water into the nasal cavity.

[0087]

[0088] Hereinafter, a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

[0089]

[0090] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the external appearance of a wet heat therapy device capable of improving runny nose and stuffy nose symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is an assembly diagram showing the steamer of the wet heat therapy device capable of improving runny nose and stuffy nose symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, separated, and FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the connection part of the main body and steamer of the wet heat therapy device capable of improving runny nose and stuffy nose symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0091]

[0092] As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and stuffy nose by controlling the temperature, flow rate and pressure of steam according to the present invention comprises: a steamer (200) having an open top to receive water therein and heat the water to form steam; a cover (240) having a discharge hole (241) provided in the center to seal the opened top of the steamer (200) to prevent water from leaking and to discharge steam to the outside; a nozzle (260) having a tube (250) formed at one end so that the tube (250) is coupled to the discharge hole (241) to receive steam and the other end provided with a plurality of injection holes (261) so that steam can be sprayed to each nostril; and a steamer (200) formed so that it can be mounted on the top and controls the operation of the steamer (200) and supplies outside air into the steamer (200) to spray from the nozzle (260). It is characterized by including a main body (100) that controls the temperature, pressure, and flow rate of steam to be kept constant.

[0093]

[0094] The steamer (200) is formed so that it can be filled with water and accommodated by having an open upper center, and when inserted into the main body (100), it receives power from the main body (100) and is controlled to heat and evaporate the water accommodated inside to generate steam.

[0095]

[0096] At this time, the steamer (200) is formed in a T shape with different diameters at the top and bottom, and the bottom is formed to have a smaller diameter than the top so that it can be inserted into the main body (100), and the top is formed so that it can be placed and fixed on the upper surface of the main body (100).

[0097]

[0098] Since the steamer (200) is formed in a structure that allows it to be detached from the main body (100), the steamer (200) can be carried while separated from the main body (100), thereby allowing it to be filled with water or emptied of water contained inside.

[0099]

[0100] The cover (240) is used to seal the open upper part of the steamer (200) to prevent water from leaking out when the steamer (200) is carried and moved, and to prevent outside air from entering, thereby maintaining the internal pressure and temperature of the steamer (200) at a constant level.

[0101]

[0102] In addition, a discharge hole (241) is provided in the center of the cover (240) so that steam can be discharged, and a tube (250) formed in the nozzle (260) is combined to control steam to be discharged only through the nozzle (260).

[0103]

[0104] In order to enable the cover (240) to be connected to the steamer (200), screw threads are formed on the outer surface of the cover (240), and screw threads are also formed on the upper end of the opened portion of the steamer (200), so that the cover (240) and the steamer (200) can be connected and fixed by the screw threads.

[0105]

[0106] Additionally, it is preferable that a seal be formed on the upper outer surface of the cover (240) to prevent water or water vapor from leaking through the gap between the screw threads.

[0107]

[0108] The nozzle (260) is made of a soft tube (250) at one end to receive steam generated from the steam generator (200), and the other end has two spray holes (261) provided to spray steam into the user's nostrils.

[0109]

[0110] The tube (250) is formed so as to be coupled to the discharge hole (241) formed in the center of the cover (240) and is used to move steam generated in the steamer (200) to the nozzle (260). Since the tube (250) is formed of a flexible material, its shape can be changed so that the nozzle (260) can be positioned on the user's nose.

[0111]

[0112] In addition, in order to prevent water vapor from leaking through the gap between the discharge hole (241) and the tube (250) when the tube (250) is coupled to the discharge hole (241), it is preferable that the outer surface of the discharge hole (241) be coupled in a form that is inserted into the inside of the tube (250).

[0113]

[0114] The spray holes (261) formed in the nozzle (260) are formed so that the steam passing through the tube (250) is sprayed into each nostril according to the user's nostril position and can penetrate into the nasal cavity. The user can treat rhinitis by spraying the sprayed steam into the nasal cavity through the nostrils by holding the nozzle (260) so that the spray holes (261) face the front of the nostril.

[0115]

[0116] The main body (100) is formed so that the upper part can be opened so that the lower part of the steamer (200) can be inserted, and is used to supply and control power for generating steam in the steamer (200) by receiving power from the outside.

[0117]

[0118] In addition, the main body (100) can control the pressure and flow rate of external air after sucking in the air and supplying it into the steamer (200), so that the steam generated inside the steamer (200) is mixed with the external air supplied by the main body (100) and sprayed through the nozzle (260) with a constant pressure and flow rate.

[0119]

[0120] That is, since it is difficult for the steam generated by heating water to penetrate into the nasal cavity, the external air supplied from the main body (100) is mixed with the steam while maintaining the set flow rate and pressure and discharged through the nozzle (260), so that the steam can penetrate into the nasal cavity and increase the therapeutic effect.

[0121]

[0122] To this end, a display (130) for controlling operation and changing settings is formed on the outer surface of the main body (100). The current setting value and operating status can be checked through the display (130), and the setting value can be changed and controlled using buttons formed around the display (130).

[0123]

[0124] In order to allow external air supplied from the main body (100) to be supplied into the steamer (200), a supply path (180) is formed inside the main body (100) and is formed to be discharged to the upper part of the main body (100), and an inlet path (280) is provided on the upper lower surface of the steamer (200) to be connected to the supply path (180).

[0125]

[0126] That is, when the steam generator (200) is connected to the main body (100), the inlet passage (280) can be inserted into the supply passage (180) and connected to each other, and external air sucked and supplied from the main body (100) can be supplied into the steam generator (200) and discharged through the nozzle (260).

[0127]

[0128] In addition, in order to prevent the steamer (200) from being arbitrarily separated from the main body (100), two fastening hooks (201) are provided on the upper lower edge of the steamer (200). When the fastening hooks (201) are inserted into the fastening grooves (101) formed on the upper surface of the main body (100), they are fixed by hook coupling, so that the steamer (200) can be fixed to the main body (100).

[0129]

[0130] At this time, a push button is provided on the upper outer surface of the steamer (200) so that the fastening hook (201) can be pushed out. When the fastening hook (201) is pushed out by the operation of the push button, it separates from the fastening groove (101) and the steamer (200) can be separated.

[0131]

[0132] In addition, it is preferable that a spring be formed inside the push button so that the fastening hook (201) returns to the position where it is fastened to the fastening groove (101) so that the steamer (200) can be separated only while the push button is pressed and maintained.

[0133]

[0134] In order to supply power to the steamer (200) when the main body (100) and the steamer (200) are combined, a first connector (190) is formed in the upper center of the main body (100), and a second connector (270) is formed in the center of the lower surface of the steamer (200) to be in contact with the first connector (190).

[0135]

[0136] The first connector (190) and the second connector (270) are formed so that they can be supplied with DC power by contact. To this end, the first connector (190) and the second connector (270) have a plurality of ring-shaped power terminals formed at regular intervals, and the first connector (190) and the second connector (270) are formed at different intervals so that when combined, the respective power terminals can be covered and made contact.

[0137]

[0138] By contact between the first connector (190) and the second connector (270), the steamer (200) can be freely separated from the main body (100), and when combined, it can receive power from the main body (100) to heat water and generate steam.

[0139]

[0140] In addition, the first connector (190) and the second connector (270) are provided with separate data processing terminals so that a control signal for controlling the steamer (200) can be transmitted based on information set in the main body (100), and information on steam and temperature information measured in the steamer (200) can also be transmitted to the main body (100).

[0141]

[0142] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view showing the internal structure of a steamer of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, and FIG. 5 is a configuration diagram showing the combination and operation structure of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0143]

[0144] As shown in FIGS. 4 and 5, the main body (100) of the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and stuffy nose symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention includes a blower fan (170) that forms outside air at a set flow rate and pressure by rotation and supplies it to the steamer (200), a filter (160) formed on the front of the blower fan (170) to capture and purify foreign substances, bacteria, and viruses mixed in the outside air, an outside temperature sensor (150) formed on the front of the blower fan (170) to measure the temperature of the outside air being sucked in and to adjust the temperature of the steam generated in the steamer (200) in advance, and a supply path (180) for supplying outside air supplied by the blower fan (170) into the inside of the steamer (200), and the blower fan (170) controls the flow rate of the outside air to 1.5 to 2.5 CFM and the pressure to 75 to 85 It is characterized by maintaining mmH2O.

[0145]

[0146] In addition, the steamer (200) is formed with a heating vessel (220) made of stainless steel and having an open top so as to accommodate water, a heater (210) formed on the lower surface of the heating vessel (220) and supplied with power from the main body (100) to heat the heating vessel (220) and generate steam, an inlet passage (280) formed on one side of the upper portion of the heating vessel (220) so that external air supplied from the main body (100) can be introduced into the upper portion of the heating vessel (220), and an internal temperature sensor (230) formed on the other side of the upper portion of the heating vessel (220) to measure the temperature of steam when external air is introduced and control the temperature of the heater (210), and the heater (210) is characterized in that the temperature of steam discharged through the nozzle (260) is maintained at 42 to 44 degrees Celsius.

[0147]

[0148] The main body (100) has a power supply unit (110) formed inside that receives AC power from the outside, converts it into DC power, and supplies it, and the power supply unit (110) is formed so that it can supply driving power by a control unit (120) formed inside the main body (100).

[0149]

[0150] The control unit (120) is formed to control all operations of the device by a firmware program built into a microcomputer, and is formed to display information about the operation through a display (130) formed on the outer surface of the main body (100) and to allow the user to input or control desired setting values.

[0151]

[0152] In addition, the control unit (120) is provided with a communication module (140) to transmit and receive data through wireless communication with an external device or to be controlled remotely, and based on the communication module (140), it can be linked to a smartphone (300) and controlled by the smartphone (300) or can recommend a recommended treatment mode based on user information stored in the smartphone (300).

[0153]

[0154] The main body (100) is formed so that it can supply water vapor into the steamer (200) at a constant pressure and flow rate by sucking in external air and maintaining a constant pressure and flow rate, as it must discharge water vapor through the nozzle (260).

[0155]

[0156] To this end, a vent hole is provided on the outer surface of the main body (100) to allow intake of outside air, and a filter (160) is formed inside the vent hole to capture foreign substances contained in the outside air or purify bacteria and viruses.

[0157]

[0158] At this time, it is preferable to use a HEPA filter (160) that can capture even fine dust or ultrafine dust mixed in the outside air, thereby preventing inflammation from worsening when water vapor is sprayed inside the nasal cavity due to foreign substances mixed in the air.

[0159]

[0160] The blower fan (170) is located at the rear of the filter (160), and is supplied with power by the power supply unit (110) and rotated by the control unit (120) to suck in external air into the main body (100).

[0161]

[0162] By the operation of the blower fan (170), external air is drawn into the main body (100) through the filter (160), and can be drawn into the steamer (200) through the supply path (180) with the flow rate and pressure adjusted by the blower fan (170).

[0163]

[0164] At this time, it is desirable for the blower fan (170) to supply the outside air flow rate of 2.0 to 2.5 CFM and the pressure of 80 to 85 mmH2O, and the flow rate of the water vapor and the outside air sprayed from the nozzle (260) should be maintained at a minimum of 2.0 CFM and the pressure should be maintained at 80 mmH2O or higher so that the water vapor can reach the inside of the nasal cavity.

[0165]

[0166] The external air supplied by the blower fan (170) enters the steamer (200), is mixed with the steam generated inside the steamer (200), and then can be sprayed into the user's nasal cavity through the nozzle (260).

[0167]

[0168] In addition, an outside temperature sensor (150) is formed between the filter (160) and the blower fan (170) so as to measure the temperature of the outside air, and the outside temperature sensor (150) predicts the temperature when outside air is mixed with the steam generated inside the steamer (200), and through this, the control unit (120) can use the data to control the temperature of the heater (210) formed in the steamer (200).

[0169]

[0170] That is, when the outside air is cold, the outside air supplied into the steamer (200) by the blower fan (170) mixes with the water vapor, thereby lowering the temperature of the water vapor. In order to maintain the temperature of the water vapor for treating rhinitis at a constant level, when the temperature of the outside air is low, the power of the heater (210) is increased to generate water vapor at a higher temperature.

[0171]

[0172] Also, conversely, when the outside air is warm, the temperature change of the water vapor is expected to be small when the outside air is supplied into the steamer (200), so the power of the heater (210) can be lowered.

[0173]

[0174] Accordingly, by measuring the temperature of the outside air in real time, the temperature inside the steamer (200) can be appropriately controlled, and based on this, the temperature drop phenomenon that occurs when water vapor is mixed with the outside air can be suppressed.

[0175]

[0176] The steam generator (200) has an inlet passage (280) formed on the upper lower surface, and the inlet passage (280) is inserted into the inside of the supply passage (180) so that air discharged from the blower fan (170) is sprayed from one side of the upper part of the heating vessel (220) and mixed with steam.

[0177]

[0178] At this time, a heating vessel (220) made of stainless steel is built into the upper center of the steamer (200), and a heater (210) is formed on the lower surface of the heating vessel (220) so as to transfer heat to the lower surface of the heating vessel (220).

[0179]

[0180] At this time, it is preferable that the heater (210) is a thick film heater (210) with high power density and fast heat transfer formed integrally in the heating vessel (220), and the heater (210) is connected to the second connector (270), and when the second connector (270) is connected to the first connector (190) formed in the main body (100), power can be supplied.

[0181]

[0182] The heater (210) is formed so that it can be powered and controlled by the main body (100), and can heat the heating container (220) to heat the water contained in the heating container (220) and generate water vapor.

[0183]

[0184] The steam generated as the water is heated is prevented from leaking to the outside by the cover (240) attached to the upper center of the steam generator (200), and can only be discharged through the nozzle (260) along the discharge hole (241) formed in the cover (240).

[0185]

[0186] Since steam must be able to enter the nasal cavity to treat rhinitis, external air supplied from the main body (100) is formed at a set flow rate and pressure and then can enter the steam generator (200) through the inlet passage (280).

[0187]

[0188] The outside air that enters the steamer (200) comes into contact with the water vapor and is mixed, and can be discharged to the outside through the tube (250) and injection hole (261) formed in the nozzle (260) through the discharge hole (241) of the cover (240), which is the only passage.

[0189]

[0190] At this time, it is desirable that the temperature of the steam discharged through the nozzle (260) be maintained at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius for the treatment of rhinitis. If the temperature of the steam is lower than 40 degrees Celsius, heat loss occurs while moving through the tube (250), and thus, due to the temperature drop, the temperature becomes low when entering the nasal cavity, reducing the treatment effect.

[0191]

[0192] Additionally, if the temperature of the steam exceeds 45 degrees Celsius, low-temperature burns may occur inside the nasal cavity because the temperature of the steam discharged through the nozzle (260) is high.

[0193]

[0194] Consequently, considering the heat loss that occurs while moving through the tube (250), it is desirable to maintain the temperature of the steam generated in the steam generator (200) at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius.

[0195]

[0196] In order to measure the temperature of the steam, an internal temperature sensor (230) is formed on the upper side of the heating vessel (220). The internal temperature sensor (230) measures the temperature of the steam in real time and can measure the temperature that changes as the outside air is mixed when it enters the steamer (200).

[0197]

[0198] At this time, the temperature of the steam generated by boiling water in the initial heating vessel (220) is measured through the temperature sensor (230), and the steam and internal air temperature at the top of the heating vessel (220) are detected to transmit temperature information to the control unit (120).

[0199]

[0200] The heater (210) is continuously heated until the water in the heating vessel (220) boils, and when the water boils and the steam generated through the internal temperature sensor (230) reaches 60 degrees Celsius, the blower fan (170) is operated, and the power of the heater (210) can be controlled at intervals based on the external temperature sensor (150).

[0201]

[0202] That is, the temperature of the heated steam is controlled to 40 to 45 degrees Celsius by the outside air and can be discharged through the nozzle (260).

[0203]

[0204] The interval condition is N seconds Off / N seconds On, and is continuously repeated until the work is completed, and the interval control condition of the heater (210) changes in real time according to the temperature of the external air supplied through the blower fan (170).

[0205]

[0206] If the temperature of the outside air drops, the temperature of the water vapor is lowered by the inside temperature sensor (230), so the power of the heater (210) is increased to increase the temperature of the water vapor, and in order to suppress such temperature change of the water vapor, the heater (210) can be operated in advance based on the outside temperature sensor (150).

[0207]

[0208] As a result, the temperature, pressure, and flow rate of the steam can spray the steam inside the nasal cavity, eliminating harmful bacteria and viruses in the nasal cavity and treating inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, thereby treating allergic rhinitis, nasal congestion, and sinusitis, and preventing respiratory diseases such as colds.

[0209]

[0210] FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a variable nozzle (260) of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and stuffy nose symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, and FIG. 7 is a front view showing a nozzle (260) of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and stuffy nose symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, in which the position at which steam is discharged is varied by a control cap (262).

[0211]

[0212] As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the nozzle (260) of the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention is characterized by further including an adjustment cap (262) formed on the outer surface so that the spacing between the plurality of injection holes (261) can be adjusted by rotation according to the user's nostril position.

[0213]

[0214] The adjustment cap (262) is formed at the other end of the nozzle (260) and is used to adjust the spacing of the spray holes (261) through which steam is sprayed to suit the user's nostril position by narrowing or widening them.

[0215]

[0216] For this purpose, the control cap (262) is formed so that it can be rotated at a certain angle, and when it is rotated clockwise, the gap between the injection holes (261) becomes wider, and when it is rotated counterclockwise, the gap between the injection holes (261) becomes narrower.

[0217]

[0218] Accordingly, the spacing of the injection holes (261) can be adjusted according to the user's nostril spacing, so that water vapor can be injected into the center of the nostril and enter the nasal cavity.

[0219]

[0220] In addition, the other end of the nozzle (260) is marked with S, M, and L units so that the spacing of the injection holes (261) can be visually checked through the adjustment cap (262), and it is preferable that the adjustment cap (262) be formed to automatically stop when each unit is reached.

[0221]

[0222] Figure 8 is an exemplary diagram showing a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, being linked to a smartphone.

[0223]

[0224] As illustrated in FIG. 8, the main body (100) of the wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention is characterized in that it wirelessly communicates with a smart phone (300) in which information on the user's treatment mode, treatment time, treatment cycle, and treatment history is input, so that the operating time of the steamer (200) and the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam are automatically adjusted by the smart phone (300).

[0225]

[0226] A communication module (140) is formed in the main body (100), so that it can be connected to the user's smartphone (300) via wireless communication, and the setting values ​​of the control unit (120) can be changed or the operating status can be controlled through the smartphone (300).

[0227]

[0228] At this time, it is preferable that an application for controlling and operating the rhinitis treatment device be installed on the smartphone (300), and the application can receive real-time operating status and treatment history data for the rhinitis treatment device based on the communication module (140).

[0229]

[0230] The smartphone (300) is configured to transmit and receive data by wirelessly communicating with the communication module (140) using Bluetooth, and the treatment mode, treatment time, and treatment cycle of the rhinitis treatment device can be set and operated through the application of the smartphone (300).

[0231]

[0232] In addition, even if multiple users use the rhinitis treatment device, the treatment mode, treatment time, and treatment cycle of the rhinitis treatment device can be automatically adjusted using the user's own treatment history based on a smartphone (300) by using the treatment history of the previous rhinitis treatment device.

[0233]

[0234] The temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam can be automatically adjusted based on the user's treatment history entered in detail into the smartphone (300), so that the user can easily use the rhinitis treatment device without having to operate it separately through the main body (100).

[0235]

[0236] In addition, the main body (100) is characterized by receiving one or more of the current local weather information, fine dust information, health information, disease information, and prescription information through wireless communication and recommending a recommended treatment mode according to the environmental condition or user condition.

[0237]

[0238] The smartphone (300) can receive external environmental information from the Internet (400) using Wi-Fi or a mobile communication network and transmit it to the control unit (120). The external environmental information can receive one or more of weather information, fine dust information, health information, disease information, and prescription information of the current area where the user is located.

[0239]

[0240] Based on the external environmental information as above, treatment conditions can be recommended to the user, operating conditions can be optimized, and the user's treatment history can be managed to provide customized treatment according to the user's situation, thereby maximizing the effectiveness of rhinitis treatment.

[0241]

[0242] Additionally, health information and disease information can be used to prevent respiratory infectious diseases by shortening the rhinitis treatment cycle and extending the treatment time using steam in cases where the infection rate is high based on information related to respiratory diseases.

[0243]

[0244] In the case of prescription information, it includes the name of the disease diagnosed by the doctor and the medication taken, and based on that information, the temperature, pressure, and flow rate of the steam can be adjusted to perform effective treatment.

[0245]

[0246] That is, when the nose is blocked, it is difficult for steam to reach the inside of the nasal cavity, so the temperature, pressure, and flow rate of the steam are increased. When a rhinitis treatment device is used for preventive purposes, the temperature, pressure, and flow rate of the steam are reduced to prevent damage to the inside of the nasal cavity.

[0247]

[0248] Figure 9 is a flowchart showing the control process logic of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention.

[0249]

[0250] As shown in FIG. 9, looking at the processor of a wet thermal therapy device capable of improving symptoms of runny nose and nasal congestion by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam according to the present invention, the first user opens the cover (240) of the steamer (200), injects an appropriate amount of water into the container using a measuring cup, closes the cover (240), and prepares to operate the main body (100) by combining the external tube (250) and the nozzle (260).

[0251]

[0252] Afterwards, when the power switch of the main body (100) is turned on and power is supplied, the control process of the control unit (120) starts and it enters standby mode.

[0253]

[0254] The user can select the treatment time mode of 20 minutes, 15 minutes, 10 minutes, or 5 minutes through the display (130) or smartphone (300), and when the user presses the start button, the treatment mode is changed, voltage is supplied to the heater (210), and power is also supplied to the blower, so that the treatment mode is in progress.

[0255]

[0256] At this time, it is possible to determine whether the corresponding components are operating properly and whether the external air temperature and the internal temperature of the steamer (200) are in an alarm state by monitoring, and if a malfunction is detected, the power to the heater (210) is cut off, the device switches to cooling mode, and then the treatment mode is terminated.

[0257]

[0258] Additionally, during treatment mode, if the user presses the stop button provided on the display (130) or smartphone (300) as needed, the cooling mode can be switched and terminated immediately.

[0259]

[0260] When the alarm status is normal and the treatment mode starts, power is supplied to the heater (210) and the water in the container is heated. When the water boils, the internal temperature sensor (230) inside the steamer (200) detects the internal temperature and signals the user to start treatment by displaying an icon indicating treatment in progress on the display (130) or smartphone (300) and also providing sound information.

[0261]

[0262] In treatment mode, the heater (210) is heated in interval form by logic implemented based on information from the outside temperature sensor (150) and the inside temperature sensor (230) to control the steam temperature at the outlet of the nozzle (260) to be maintained at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius.

[0263]

[0264] At this time, the user positions the nozzle (260) outlet at a point about 2 to 3 cm away from the nostrils so that the steam sprayed from the nozzle (260) during the treatment mode can be well introduced into the nostrils, and performs heat treatment.

[0265]

[0266] After the treatment mode has been running normally for the set time, the process automatically switches to cooling mode and the device automatically shuts down after a certain period of time.

[0267]

[0268] Even during treatment mode, if there is a shortage of water inside the heating vessel (220), a change in the temperature of the internal temperature sensor (230) occurs, which detects this and notifies the user of an alarm, thereby automatically ending the treatment.

[0269]

[0270] As described above, the wet heat therapy device capable of improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam according to the present invention maintains the temperature of the steam constant and the flow rate and pressure of the steam constant so that it can be delivered to the inside of the nasal cavity in order to maximize the effect of local heat therapy for rhinitis, and uses only saturated steam generated by boiling water purely without using drugs, other gases, light, etc., so that it is harmless to the human body even when the user inhales it or uses it for a long time, and sprays the steam to treat the affected area without physical contact, thereby removing harmful bacteria without unnecessary stimulation to the affected area, improving runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms, alleviating inflammation, and preventing respiratory diseases, and recommending the user's treatment conditions based on external environmental information and optimizing the operating conditions, so that it has the effect of enabling customized treatment according to the user's situation.

[0271]

[0272] While the present invention has been described with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various modifications and variations can be made to the invention without departing from the technical spirit and scope described in the claims. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should be construed in accordance with the claims, which are intended to encompass these numerous modifications.

Claims

1. A steam generator with an open top that holds water inside and heats the water to form steam; A cover having a central exhaust hole to seal the open upper portion of the steam generator to prevent water from leaking and to discharge steam to the outside; First, a tube is formed so that the tube is connected to the discharge hole to receive steam, and the other end is formed with a nozzle having a plurality of injection holes so that steam can be sprayed into each nostril; A steam generator is formed so that the steam generator can be mounted on the top, and comprises a main body that controls the operation of the steam generator and supplies external air into the interior of the steam generator to control the temperature, pressure, and flow rate of steam sprayed from the nozzle to be maintained constant. A wet thermal therapy device that can improve runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam.

2. In paragraph 1, The above body A blower fan that forms outside air at a set flow rate and pressure by rotation and supplies it to the steam generator; A filter formed on the front of the blower fan to capture and purify foreign substances, bacteria, and viruses mixed in the outside air; An outside temperature sensor formed on the front of the blower fan to measure the temperature of the outside air sucked in and to control the temperature of the steam generated in advance from the steam generator; It includes a supply path for supplying external air supplied by the above blower fan into the inside of the steamer; The above blower fan is characterized by maintaining the flow rate of outside air at 2.0 to 2.5 CFM and the pressure at 80 to 85 mmH2O. A wet thermal therapy device that can improve runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam.

3. In paragraph 1, The above steamer A heating vessel formed of stainless steel and having an open top to accommodate water; A heater formed on the lower surface of the heating vessel and supplied with power from the main body to heat the heating vessel and generate steam; An inlet passage formed on one side of the upper portion of the heating vessel to allow external air supplied from the main body to flow into the upper portion of the heating vessel; It consists of an internal temperature sensor formed on the upper side of the heating vessel and controlling the temperature of the heater by measuring the temperature of the water vapor when external air is introduced; The above heater is characterized in that it maintains the temperature of the steam discharged through the nozzle at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius. A wet thermal therapy device that can improve runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam.

4. In paragraph 1, The above body It is characterized in that it is formed so that the operating time of the steamer and the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of the steam are automatically adjusted by the smartphone by wirelessly communicating with a smartphone in which information about the user's treatment mode, treatment time, treatment cycle, and treatment history are entered. A wet thermal therapy device that can improve runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam.

5. In paragraph 1, The above body It is characterized by receiving one or more of the current local weather information, fine dust information, health information, disease information, and prescription information through wireless communication and recommending a recommended treatment mode according to the environmental condition or user condition. A wet thermal therapy device that can improve runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam.

6. In paragraph 1, The above nozzle It is characterized by further including an adjustment cap formed on the outer surface and formed so that the spacing between the plurality of injection holes can be adjusted to the user's nostril position by rotation. A wet thermal therapy device that can improve runny nose and nasal congestion symptoms by controlling the temperature, flow rate, and pressure of steam.

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