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Definitions

• the present invention relates to the technical field of stimulation by acupressure.
• Acupressure is a manual technique, which aims to stimulate acupuncture points without using needles. This manual pressure, exerted on certain key points of a human being or an animal, has been implemented for several millennia within the framework of traditional Chinese medicine.
• a ring intended to prevent snoring which is marketed under the reference ANTISNOR ® .
• This ring is intended to be worn, during the night, with the little finger of the left hand. It is supposed to activate the meridian of the body, in connection with the targeted muscle chains.
• the invention aims to propose a stimulation device which provides effective aid in many types of pathologies, in particular in the treatment of pain.
• the invention also aims to provide a device, which can be worn easily, in most circumstances, without causing significant discomfort to its user.
• the invention also aims to provide such a device, which can be used both in humans and in animals.
• the invention also aims to provide such a device, which can be declined in a simple manner according to different versions, as well as various sizes.
• this device (1; 101; 201) comprising:
• Means (13, 14; 1 1 1, 1 12; 214, 215) for fixing this support on a lower limb of a human being or an animal,
• the device of the invention may include all or part of the following characteristics, insofar as they are technically compatible:
• the essentially spherical stimulation organ is generally in the form of a hazelnut, this organ comprising a spherical main body, as well as a point extending this main body, said point being able to come into contact with said acupuncture point V60,
• each stimulation organ is essentially spherical in shape
• the diameter (d) of each stimulation organ is between 10 and 35 millimeters, in particular between 15 and 20 millimeters,
• the distance (D) between the center of the two stimulation organs is between 40 and 100 millimeters, in particular between 50 and 70 millimeters,
• the fixing means are of adjustable type, so as to adapt to different sizes of lower limbs,
• the support is made in the form of a flexible bracelet (10), this flexible bracelet comprising a main curved band (1 1), as well as a strap (12) able to be fixed on said band, in particular by means of a fixing by loops and hooks,
• the support is a sock (1 10)
• Positioning means are provided, making it possible to adjustably position the stimulation organs relative to the sock.
• the positioning means comprise a loop (514), formed for example by an extra thickness of the sock, the two stimulation members (520,530) being connected to each other by a hoop (510), which hoop can slide along the passerby.
• the support is a bracelet (210) made of a moldable material, the stimulation members having come from molding with this bracelet.
• the invention also relates to the use of a stimulation device above, for stimulating the acupuncture point called V60 of a human or an animal.
• the invention has in particular the advantageous object the use of a device above, consisting of a support (610), as well as two stimulation members (620,630), the fixing of the support being ensured by virtue of its elastic nature , which tends to bring the stimulation organs together, use in which this stimulation device is placed on the hock of the hind leg of an animal.
• the present invention advantageously takes advantage of the principles of stimulation by acupressure, in order to release the healing potential of the body.
• the device according to the invention is intended to be placed in the vicinity of the acupuncture point, known as V60. This point is located in humans between the Achilles tendon and the malleolus. In addition, it is located in animals near the area called the hock cord. It is also called the aspirin point of the acupuncturist.
• the support of the device is adjusted in the vicinity of the aforementioned zone, so that the stimulation organs apply continuous and deep pressure to this acupuncture point.
• the stimulation organs apply continuous and deep pressure to this acupuncture point.
• the inventors have found that, thanks to the use of the device according to the invention, it is advantageously possible to relieve many types of pain. These can be primary or secondary, being located in various places.
• Primary pain is mainly due to trauma, such as shock, sprains, falls or blows. They also include pain related to postoperative operations, childbirth and chemotherapy. Secondary pain brings together all the signals sent by the body to signal an overall imbalance. These include headaches, backaches, toothaches, menstrual pain or fever.
• Figures 1 to 3 are perspective views, illustrating a stimulation device according to a first embodiment of the invention, in three different configurations.
• Figure 4 is a schematic side view, illustrating the stimulation device of the previous figures, when worn on by a user.
• Figures 5 and 6 are front views, respectively illustrating the exterior and interior of a stimulation device according to a second embodiment of the invention.
• Figure 7 is a top view, illustrating the stimulation device of Figures 5 and 6.
• FIG. 8 is a front view, illustrating on a larger scale a stimulation member belonging to the device of FIGS. 5 to 7.
• Figures 9 and 10 are front views, respectively illustrating the interior and exterior of a stimulation device according to a third embodiment of the invention.
• Figure 1 1 is a side view, illustrating the stimulation device of Figures 9 and 10.
• Figure 12 is a front view, illustrating on a larger scale a stimulation member belonging to the device of Figures 9 to 1 1.
• FIG. 13 is a front view, illustrating fixing means belonging to the stimulation device of FIGS. 9 to 12.
• FIGS. 14 and 15 are perspective views, illustrating from different angles, a stimulation device according to a fourth embodiment of the invention.
• FIG. 16 is a perspective view on a larger scale, illustrating a clasp belonging to the stimulation device of FIGS. 14 and 15.
• Figure 17 is a perspective view illustrating the device of Figures 14 to 16 when installed on the foot of a user.
• Figures 18 to 20 are front views, illustrating a stimulation device according to a fifth embodiment of the invention.
• FIG. 21 is a sectional view, illustrating the stimulation device of FIGS. 18 to 20.
• Figure 22 is a perspective view illustrating a stimulation member belonging to a stimulation device according to a sixth embodiment of the invention.
• FIG. 23 is a sectional view, illustrating the stimulation device equipped with the stimulation member of FIG. 22.
• Figure 24 is a side view illustrating the stimulation device of Figure 23 when placed on a user's foot.
• Figure 25 is a perspective view illustrating a stimulation device according to a seventh embodiment of the invention.
• Figure 26 is a perspective view illustrating the stimulation device of Figure 25 when placed on the hind leg of an animal.
• Figure 27 is a perspective view illustrating a stimulation device according to an eighth embodiment of the invention, placed on the foot of an infant.
• FIGS. 28 and 29 are views from above and in perspective respectively, illustrating the device of FIG. 27 from different angles.
• Figure 30 is a perspective view illustrating a stimulation device according to a ninth embodiment of the invention.
• FIG. 31 is a sectional view, illustrating the stimulation device of FIG. 30. detailed description
• a stimulation device according to a first embodiment of the invention is illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, being assigned as a whole the reference 1. This first embodiment is more particularly suitable for adults and children.
• This device 1 firstly comprises a support 10, produced in the form of a bracelet.
• This support comprises a flexible strip 1 1, on which is fixed a strap 12.
• the free end of the strap 12 is provided with a fixing member 13, adapted to cooperate with a complementary fixing member 14, provided on the opposite end of the strip 1 1.
• These fixing members 13 and 14 advantageously allow a fixing, of the removable type.
• a loop-and-hook type fastening also known as Velcro®.
• the strip 1 1 supports two stimulation members 20 and 30, provided at a distance from each other.
• the mounting of each member 20 and 30 on the strip 1 1 is of any suitable type, in particular thanks to a permanent fixing.
• these members 20 and 30 are made of wood.
• Each stimulation member 20.30 is of substantially spherical shape.
• each member 20.30 comprises a respective main body 21, 31 of spherical shape, as well as a tip-shaped end 22.32, the dimension of which is significantly smaller than that of the above body.
• each member 20.30 has substantially the shape of a hazelnut.
• the diameter d of these members which corresponds to the diameter of the main body, is, for example, between 15 and 20 millimeters. This diameter can be adapted according to the size of the user's ankle. As shown in Figure 3, the distance D between the center of the two members 20 and 30, when the strip 1 1 is laid flat, is, for example, between 50 and 70 millimeters. As with the diameter values, the value of this distance can be adjusted according to the size of the user.
• the device of the invention further comprises a fastener 40, which is formed by two strands 41 and 42.
• a fastener 40 which is formed by two strands 41 and 42.
• Each strand is fixed to the strip 1 1, on either side of the spherical members 20 and 30.
• the free ends of the strands are equipped with mutual fixing means.
• the stimulation spheres 20 and 30 are first placed in the hollows located between the Achilles tendon and the malleolus.
• each tip-shaped end 22, 32 comes to bear on a respective hollow. Then, the support is wrapped around the ankle, in order to keep the device in place.
• the strap 12 will be adjusted relative to the strip 1 1.
• the user Preferably, the user must feel a certain pressure, without however experiencing discomfort.
• FIGS. 1 to 4 illustrate a second alternative embodiment of the invention.
• the mechanical elements similar to those of FIGS. 1 to 4 are assigned to them the same reference numbers, increased by the number 100.
• the support 1 10 of the device 101 is formed by a sock, the closed end of which is noted 1 1 1 and 1 12 the open envelope.
• This sock 1 10 is pierced with two orifices 1 13 and 1 14, the periphery of which is equipped with a respective rivet 1 15 and 1 16.
• Each orifice allows the reception of a respective stimulation member 120 and 130.
• each spherical member, such as that 120 is extended by a stud 121. The latter is inserted, in service, in a respective orifice as shown in Figure 8.
• d may be close to 10 millimeters, while D may be close to 40 millimeters.
• FIGS. 9 to 13 illustrate a third alternative embodiment of the invention.
• the mechanical elements similar to those of FIGS. 1 to 5 are assigned the same reference numbers, increased by the number 200.
• the device 201 comprises, first of all, a support 210, produced in the form of a bracelet.
• the nature of the material of this support 210 differs from that forming the support 10 above.
• this support 210 is intended to be in contact with organic materials, in particular droppings, it is preferred that it be made of an easily washable material.
• the support 210 comprises, first of all, a body 21 1, extended by an end piece 212 of smaller transverse dimension.
• the outer face of the body is equipped by means of fingers 215 substantially L-shaped. These fingers are able to cooperate, by hooking, with notches 214 formed in the aforementioned tip. Several finger lines are provided, as well as notches. This makes it possible to impart an adjustable character to the fixing between these mechanical elements.
• This fixing of the snap-on type, is of a removable nature which makes it easy to place and remove the device. Note that this elastic snap fastening is better suited than that described above, using loops and hooks, in an animal environment. In this regard, we find the ease of washing mentioned above.
• the internal face of the body is provided with two stimulation organs 220 and 230.
• These stimulation organs are mounted on the body by any suitable means.
• This device 201 is suitable for many types of animals, among which may be mentioned, inter alia, cats, dogs, sheep and goats, calves and foals, horses and cows.
• d can be between 20 and 40 millimeters, while D can be between 50 and 100 millimeters.
• FIGS. 14 to 31 illustrate different additional embodiments of the invention.
• the mechanical elements of these additional embodiments which are similar to those of the first embodiment are assigned the same reference numbers, increased respectively by the numbers 300, 400, 500, 600, 700 and 800.
• the stimulation device of FIGS. 14 to 17 has, in addition to the functional aspects developed above, an additional characteristic. This device can thus have a final rendering similar to that of a jewel, while also making the presence of the stimulation organs discreet.
• jewelry chains 31 1, 314 and 319 capable of surrounding the user's foot, which are typically made of stainless steel.
• the different chains above are mutually connected by clasps 316 and 317, also typically made of stainless steel.
• the stimulation device of FIGS. 18 to 21 comprises first of all a sock 410, in which slots 412 are made making it possible to allow strips 41 1 of the VELCRO® type to pass.
• This sock can be provided with elastic fabric zones, in the vicinity of the bands 41 1.
• the stimulation device of FIGS. 22 to 24 firstly comprises a sock 512, on the heel of which there is provided a loop 514 typically formed by an extra thickness of the fabric constituting this sock. Furthermore, the stimulation organs 520 and 530 are mutually connected by an arch 510, generally in the form of a circular arc.
• the arch 510 In service, the arch 510 enters the pass-through 514, which makes it possible to adjust the positioning of the stimulation organs relative to the sock forming a support. The user therefore therefore puts on this sock first. Then, he can manipulate the arch 510 so as to slide it relative to the passer-by, in order to best position the stimulation organs on the V 60 acupuncture points.
• This device 601 consists of a support 610 in the form of an arch, at the two ends of which the stimulation organs 620 and 630 are fixed, by any appropriate means.
• the support 610 has an elastic preload, so as to bring the organs 620 and 630 closer to one another. As shown in FIG. 26, these stimulation organs can be placed behind the hock J of the hind leg AR of an animal. The fixing of the organs 620 and 630 is ensured by virtue of the elastic characteristics of the support, which tends to press the point of these organs against the target area of the animal's paw.
• Figures 27 to 29 illustrate a stimulation device, more particularly suitable for an infant.
• This device 701 is generally similar to that 1 of the first embodiment, by having reduced dimensions.
• the support 710 is for example made of a thick fabric, while the fixing is ensured by means of strips 71 1 and 712, capable of being mutually attached by Velcro® type fasteners.
• the stimulation organs 720 and 730 are embedded in a layer of an absorbent material, for example cotton. This allows for a softer contact on the infant's skin.
• the stimulation device 80 shown in FIGS. 30 and 31, firstly comprises a sock 810.
• the latter is equipped with an area 812, which is made of an elastic fabric. This zone receives the stimulation organs, of which only one 830 is illustrated in these figures.
• the stimulating organ can have a shape which is different from that of a hazelnut.
• This stimulating organ can indeed be spherical in shape, that is to say devoid of a point. Nevertheless, the fact of providing a point extending a spherical main part is advantageous, because it allows better stimulation of the targeted acupuncture point. The presence of this point can give the stimulation organ a nutty shape, as in the examples illustrated, but also any other different shape of an appropriate nature.

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