Articulated multi-directional hand-held massage apparatus
US6267736A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 19, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 19, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2205/065
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Massage apparatus includes a base structure to be supported by the hand of a user. The base structure includes a first section to be positioned proximate a central portion of the hand and a second section to be positioned proximate a distal portion of the hand. The second section of the base structure is hingedly connected to the first section for articulated movement therebetween to correspond to movement of the distal portion of the hand. The base structure is a housing having first and second surfaces; a resilient pad is provided on at least one surface. Flexible members and a lip extend from the base structure to couple the user's hand with the massage apparatus. Drive motors are mounted on the second section to oscillate the base structure in at least two different directions. A controller independently controls the frequency in which the drive motors oscillate the base structure in each direction. Preferably, the controller includes a selection of resistors, although alternative driving devices and controllers may be used.
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