Specialized Percussive Massage Devices for Niche Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept adapts percussive massage devices for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, enhancing their functionality and safety in high-security, disaster relief, extreme weather, remote, and high-altitude settings.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed a system for electrical connection of massage attachment to percussive therapy device, addressing the limitations of ineffective massages and inefficient percussive massage devices. However, these devices may not be suitable for specialized environments, such as correctional facilities, disaster relief zones, or extreme weather conditions, where unique requirements and constraints apply. The present inventive concept solves this problem by providing tailored percussive massage devices that cater to these specific needs.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a series of specialized percussive massage devices, each designed for a specific niche environment. The high-security percussive massage device features a tamper-evident housing and a coil spring resistant to cutting or tampering. The disaster relief percussive massage device is deployed with a portable power source and provides massage therapy in disaster relief zones. The extreme weather percussive massage device has a waterproof housing and a corrosion-resistant coil spring. The system for electrical connection of a massage attachment to a percussive therapy device for use in remote or off-grid locations utilizes a solar-powered electrical power source. The high-altitude percussive massage device has a pressurized housing and a coil spring resistant to fatigue in low-oxygen environments. Each device is tailored to address the unique challenges and requirements of its intended environment.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The inventive concept's novelty lies in its adaptation of percussive massage devices for specialized environments, incorporating unique features and components that address the specific challenges and constraints of these environments. The inventive step is the recognition of the need for tailored percussive massage devices and the development of novel solutions that cater to these specific needs.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include percussive massage devices designed for other niche environments, such as search and rescue operations, military settings, or space exploration. Variations could also involve different materials, designs, or power sources to further enhance the devices' functionality and safety in their intended environments.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in various industries, including healthcare, disaster relief, security, and outdoor recreation. The market for specialized percussive massage devices is expected to grow as the need for tailored solutions in niche environments becomes increasingly recognized.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61H23/006 |
| A | A61 | A61H23/02 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/0153 |
| A | A61 | A61H2201/1664 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Electromechanical massage devices, specifically percussive therapy devices with electrical and mechanical interconnection systems, requiring expertise in mechanical engineering, electrical systems design, and medical device technology
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer with 3-5 years experience in medical device design, familiar with electrical interconnection systems, mechanical reciprocating mechanisms, and adaptable device configurations for specialized environments
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the specialized percussive massage device variations represent predictable adaptations of the source patent's core electrical and mechanical design principles. The PTD's niche environment modifications represent standard engineering problem-solving techniques applied to a known percussive massage device architecture. The core electrical connection and reciprocating shaft mechanisms remain fundamentally unchanged, with environmental adaptations representing routine design modifications.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,481 |
|---|---|
| Title | System for electrical connection of massage attachment to percussive therapy device |
| Assignee(s) | Therabody, Inc. |