A novel wearable vibration device

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DESCRIPTION

Novel portable vibration device

Field of the invention

The embodiments herein generally refer to portable devices according to the preamble of claim 1. More specifically, the embodiments described herein relate to a novel portable vibration device for muscle treatment. In particular, reference is made to a soft portable module that provides deep, high-energy vibration in muscles and soft tissues, to increase circulation of blood flow, and to lengthen and stretch muscles.

Background of the invention

The latest generation of health care devices is increasing the ability of humans to treat physical conditions in an immediate moment. Today, the fusion of electronic devices with and around the human body is increasing in most modern technologies. Many of the emerging devices for treating health problems are in the form of wearable or implantable technologies. In today's age, the adaptation of wearable devices can offer monitoring as well as alleviate multiple human health problems.

In general, muscle pain is the symptom of many diseases, disorders, or injuries. The most common causes of muscle pain are due to injury, strain, overuse or overuse of a muscle, a genetic disorder, or chronic strain. Various treatments are available to treat muscle disorders. Most significantly, the vibrations transmitted to the muscles are very effective and act as an eminent tool for recovery and rehabilitation from such disorders. The intensities and frequencies of the vibrations can be chosen depending on the effects and types of the disorder.

The vibrations used on or within the muscles work on the principle of frequency and amplitude. Furthermore, these vibrations can be adjusted to a specific location in the body and energy can be transmitted to that location. Among a variety of effects, vibrations can induce nuclei within cells to trigger the release of osteoblasts, which are necessary to form bone.

Today, wearable muscle therapy technology is a growing field, guaranteeing huge opportunities for innovation in the field of medicine and fitness. Most portable muscle therapy devices are harder, bulky, and portable vibratory devices or fixed in a position, where a user cannot move the body freely. Additionally, portable devices on the market provide relief only to certain specific regions and are not intended to directly transmit vibration to muscle and joint areas in a portable format, for specific treatment programs.

Therefore, there is a need for a novel portable vibration device with modifications to overcome the problem associated with the prior art. In addition, there is a need for a novel portable vibration device to deliver deep vibrations to the muscles and soft tissues and to target vibrations, to the muscle and joint areas with respect to specific treatment programs, such as recovery from injury or fatigue. Still, there is a need for a novel portable vibration device suitable for a wide range of sports, recovery and therapy uses.

Documents US 2014/228721 A1, US 2013/102937 A1 disclose a portable vibration device comprising a housing composed of an upper fabric foam cover and a lower fabric cover base, internal components including a vibration motor, a battery and a PCB.

Document EP 2 767 269 A1 describes an elongated flexible panel, formed from a single piece of material duplicated on itself. However, this flexible panel does not have holes.

WO 2014/099527 A1 describes a portable apparatus with a built-in pocket for a vibration device, but lacks holes corresponding to the number of vibration motors.

Summary of the invention

In view of the foregoing background, the embodiment herein provides a novel portable vibration device, in accordance with the characterizing portion of claim 1. The portable vibration device, which delivers high energy vibration deep into muscles and soft tissues for muscle or tissue treatment, comprises a soft fabric foam covered top shell that encompasses at least one vibration motor, an ion battery lithium battery, a control PCB, an optional LED display control switch, and a fabric covered bottom case. The portable vibration device provides high-energy vibration to the chosen muscle, thereby penetrating deep into the muscle and soft tissues. The

ES 2 806 973 T3 soft fabric foam covered upper shell and fabric covered lower shells are attached by glue or stitching. Based on the selection of a program, the control PCB module sets the frequency for the vibrations motor activations.

The portable vibration device is held in a flush location with the holes in an alignment strap and the velcro is tightened to hold the portable module firmly against the skin. The device can be bent in various planes to wrap all parts of the body geometry. The vibrations for the device are adjusted to frequencies, for example, in the 30-50Hz range to increase muscle power and for other beneficial physiological effects.

These and other aspects of the embodiments herein will be better appreciated and understood when considered in conjunction with the following description and accompanying drawings, however, it should be understood that the following descriptions, while indicating preferred embodiments and numerous specific details thereof , are given by way of illustration and not limitation.

Brief description of the drawings

The detailed description is set forth with reference to the attached Figures. In the figures, the use of the same reference numbers in different figures indicates similar or identical elements.

Figure 1 illustrates an improved portable vibration device, according to one embodiment thereof;

Figure 2 illustrates a novel portable vibration device inserted into an elastic fabric strap, in accordance with the invention, and

Figure 3 illustrates a novel portable vibration device placed on a human shoulder, in accordance with one embodiment thereof.

Detailed description of the preferred embodiment

The embodiments herein and the various advantageous features and details thereof are more fully explained with reference to the non-limiting embodiments and detailed in the following description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as not to unnecessarily obstruct the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are merely intended to facilitate an understanding of the ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and further enable those skilled in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.

As mentioned above, there is still a need for a gentle novel portable vibration device to deliver high intensity vibrations deep into the muscles and soft tissues and directly direct the vibration to muscle and joint areas in a portable format. Embodiments herein accomplish this by providing a soft wearable vibration device inserted into an elastic fabric strap that includes vibration motors, a control PCB, an LED display control switch, and a lithium ion battery. Referring now to the drawings, and more particularly to Figures 1 through 3, where like reference characters denote corresponding features consistently throughout the figures, preferred embodiments are shown.

Figure 1 illustrates an improved portable vibration device, in accordance with one embodiment. The improved portable vibration device includes a soft fabric covered foam upper case 101 containing the internal components comprising vibration motors 102, a fabric covered lower EVA case 103 contains the device, a lithium ion battery 104, a control PCB 105 and an LED display control switch 106. The upper 101 and lower 103 fabric covered EVA boxes are fixed together by glue or stitching. The Portable Vibration Device is a gentle portable module that delivers high-energy vibrations deep into the muscles and soft tissues. In addition, the portable vibration device can increase the circulation of blood flow and also lengthen and stretch the muscles. The control PCB 105 manages the vibration process as a function of frequency.

According to one embodiment, the target frequency of the portable vibration device can increase muscle power, increase circulation, warm muscles, relax muscles and ligaments, and can also reduce pain. In a preferred embodiment, the portable vibration device is gentle, portable, and the vibration is focused on specific locations on the body. In addition, the portable vibration device applies vibration energy directly to the target muscle or deep tissue area, through the use of three portable actuators in the device module. Here, the energy is tuned to frequencies in the 30-50 Hz range to increase muscle power and for other beneficial physiological effects.

The portable vibration device is very easy to use and can be held in place, aligned with the holes in an alignment strap. The device can then be wrapped around the target muscle or the area of ​​the

ES 2 806 973 T3 extremity. After tightening the velcro to hold the wearable module firmly against the skin, the device can be turned on. By pressing the control switch 106, the user can choose any of the programs using the control PCB module 105 which allows frequencies to be set for a sequence of activations of the vibration motor 102.

In one embodiment, the portable vibration device can be held on a neoprene alignment strap, which allows the direction of the vibration energy to be focused on key areas of the body and also on the extremities or joints. This means that the user can apply the portable vibration device directly to the chosen muscle group or specific area of ​​focus.

In one embodiment, alignment straps are available for all major muscle groups and joints may include, but are not limited to, Quad / Hamstring, Multi-Adjust, Back / Abdominal, Arm / Wrist and Shoulder, Muscle Group and Joint straps. .

Figure 2 illustrates a novel portable vibration device inserted into an elastic fabric strap, in accordance with the invention. The portable vibration device 201 is locked onto the fabric belt, using aligned cut holes in the belt 202 that correspond to the shapes of the motor cylinder 203 in the device, the portable vibration device is housed in the foam of vibration step with a soft fabric cover. The device can be bent in various planes to easily wrap all parts of the body geometry. The shape of the device has been designed for user comfort and a convex polygon shape allows folding in multiple planes. Therefore, the device can be easily wrapped around the body shapes while maintaining the flat surfaces necessary for the transmission of vibrations.

According to one embodiment, the portable vibration device can be used to enhance muscle performance, as a sports recovery tool, and as a therapy tool. The portable vibration device can improve muscle performance by warming up muscles and ligaments, providing more muscle power early on, increasing localized circulation, and helping to deliver more oxygen at a needed time and reducing the risk of damage or injury from muscle warming. and joints.

As a sports recovery tool, the portable vibration device increases circulation to specific muscles to accelerate lactic acid removal, reduces swelling, and provides a gentle warming massage to tired and sore muscles.

According to one embodiment, the portable vibration device as a therapy tool reduces pain in muscles, ligaments and joints and further provides deep tissue vibration gently relieving any pain, tension without the power of heavy massage.

In one embodiment, the portable vibration device can be used to warm muscles and ligaments before and after training or playing games. Using the portable vibration device can increase muscle power, blood circulation, and can reduce the risk of injury. The portable vibration device is a portable device that can be used used in the gym, a run, during training, exercise or anywhere and anytime. In addition, the portable vibration device can operate for a longer time and includes a rechargeable lithium ion battery 104 to provide power to the vibration motor 102.

In accordance with one embodiment, Figure 3 illustrates a novel portable vibration device placed on a human shoulder. The portable vibration module 201 is placed in situ at a location over the human shoulder 301 on a series of textile alignment straps adjusted to target all major muscle groups and joints so that the user can target all areas. The straps are made of an elastic fabric, such as neoprene, with locating holes to position the module and lock it in place.

According to one embodiment, the portable vibration device can be placed and locked in a suitable position on the human body. The user can determine the position to place the portable vibration device based on the location of the pain or disorder. Then the user can press the control switch 106, and through the presence of the control PCB module 105 in the portable vibration device, it allows you to select three pre-treatment programs, such as pre-exercise warm-up, massage post-exercise or pulsed mode for pain relief. Based on the program selection, the control PCB module 105 is allowed to set the sequence for the vibrations motor activations. With the presence of the alignment strap, it is facilitated that the direction of the vibration energy is focused directly on the chosen muscle group or the specific area of ​​focus.