CN116764092A - Lymph node regulation and control system and method - Google Patents

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of medical treatment, in particular to a lymph node regulation system and a lymph node regulation method. The system comprises a detection module, a data processing module, a control module and a stimulation module, wherein the stimulation module utilizes the noninvasive external stimulation of direct current to regulate and control the superficial lymph nodes of the whole body, so that the work of an immune system is promoted. In addition, the characteristics of easy control of the electric stimulation action range and simple equipment are utilized, the accuracy of lymph regulation is improved, the use cost is reduced, and the application range of the system is enlarged.

Description

Lymph node control system and method

Technical field

The invention relates to the field of medical technology, and in particular to a lymph node regulation system and method.

Background technique

As an auxiliary system for blood circulation, lymphatic circulation can adjust the balance between plasma and tissue fluid on the one hand and take away some metabolic products. On the other hand, it can also transport a small amount of protein substances leaked from blood vessels back into the blood, making this Macromolecule-like substances are less likely to penetrate into capillaries, thereby improving microcirculation.

In anatomy, the lymphatic system used to perform lymphatic circulation specifically includes lymphatic ducts, lymphoid tissues, and lymphoid organs. Lymphatic organs are composed of lymph nodes, thymus, spleen, and tonsils. As an important part of the lymphatic system, lymph nodes are not only distributed along lymphatic channels throughout the body, but are also arranged along blood vessels near internal organs. This important immune tissue and organ is not only a place where lymph flows, gathers and filters, but also a place where T lymphocytes and B lymphocytes reside and multiply. It is also an important base for the occurrence of immune responses. Stimulating lymph nodes through external effects can promote blood and lymph circulation, enhance the phagocytic function of phagocytes, improve human immunity, promote recovery from illness, and thus play a role in strengthening the body and dispelling evil.

Therefore, people have designed a series of methods or products to stimulate lymph nodes through external effects, such as acupuncture and electrothermal stimulation therapy. This method uses a filiform needle with a thickness of 25 or 26 and a length of 4-6 inches to penetrate the patient's lymph nodes, and an EC-I electrotherapy device is used to make the patient feel warm and swollen. The stimulated lymph nodes are usually located in the area adjacent to the area to be treated, such as axillary lymph nodes for treatment of the upper limbs and chest, inguinal lymph nodes for treatment of lower limbs and abdomen, retroauricular lymph nodes for treatment of the head, etc. The needle retention time is usually 30-40 minutes. , once a day, and 12 times as a course of treatment, achieve the purpose of regulating lymph nodes. However, this method also has obvious shortcomings: on the one hand, performing this method requires piercing the skin, which may cause discomfort to the user or increase the risk of infection; on the other hand, the depth of the needle is difficult to accurately control, and spatial resolution is difficult to achieve. The rate is low and the target area cannot be accurately stimulated, thus affecting the effect.

In response to the above problems, which easily cause discomfort to personnel and have low spatial resolution, researchers have developed technology that uses physical fields to regulate lymph nodes, mainly including light stimulation, ultrasound stimulation, etc. On the one hand, the advantage of this technology is that stimulation can directly act on target cells, and precise control of cell activities can be achieved by adjusting parameters; on the other hand, this technology is non-invasive, repeatable and adjustable. , avoiding the potential risks and adverse effects that may be caused by traditional surgery and other treatment methods. Therefore, applying physical field control technology to lymph node control scenarios can not only improve the user's adaptability and complete the adjustment in a safer and more comfortable way, but also improve the adjustability of stimulation parameters and achieve higher spatiotemporal resolution. Efficient and precise stimulation effect.

At present, researchers use light stimulation and ultrasonic stimulation to achieve physical field control of brain and neck lymph nodes. However, the application scenarios of this method are relatively narrow and cannot meet the existing needs, which needs to be solved urgently. Advantages of this solution: The use of electrical stimulation can stimulate the corresponding parts more accurately, the stimulation effect is better, and the user experience will be better.

Contents of the invention

The purpose of the present invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and solve at least one of the deficiencies in the above-mentioned background technology.

In order to achieve the above objects, the present invention provides the following technical solutions:

A first aspect of the present invention provides a lymph node regulation system, including: a detection module to collect lymph node image information; a data processing module to obtain lymph node distribution information based on the lymph node image information; a control module to obtain stimulation based on the lymph node distribution information information, the stimulation information including electrical stimulation selection; and a stimulation module performing stimulation operations according to the stimulation information.

In some embodiments, the lymph node regulation system also includes an information feedback module, which collects user feedback information and transmits it to the data processing module.

In some embodiments, the information feedback module includes an electrophysiological monitoring unit that measures human body impedance during the stimulation operation.

In some embodiments, the data processing module includes: an image data processing unit, which processes the lymph node image information; a feedback information processing unit, which processes the user feedback information; and a data integration unit, which integrates the image data processing unit, The feedback information processing unit provides information and outputs data to the control module.

In some embodiments, the image data processing unit performs image segmentation on the lymph node image information to obtain the location, size, shape and number of lymph nodes.

In some embodiments, the electrical stimulation includes direct current stimulation.

In some embodiments, the stimulation information also includes stimulation intensity, stimulation duration, stimulation frequency, stimulation period, and/or temperature.

In some embodiments, the stimulation intensity ranges from 1-3.5 mA.

In some embodiments, the control module includes a condition information processing unit, identifies a user category through user condition information, and outputs the stimulus to the stimulation module according to a mapping relationship between the user category and the stimulus information. information.

A second aspect of the present invention, a method for regulating lymph nodes, includes: collecting lymph node image information; acquiring lymph node distribution information based on the lymph node image information; acquiring stimulation information based on the lymph node distribution information, where the stimulation information includes electrical stimulation selection; and performing stimulation operations based on the stimulation information.

Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

(1) The lymph node regulation system and method provided by the present invention uses electrical stimulation therapy to regulate superficial lymph nodes throughout the body, which not only promotes lymph flow and improves circulation, but also enhances the activity and function of lymphocytes and promotes the work of the immune system.

(2) The electrical stimulation devices such as electrical stimulation patches used in the lymph node regulation system provided by the present invention are relatively simple, have low manufacturing costs, and are easy to use, making the system applicable to a wider range of scenarios and providing new ideas for the development of portable lymph node regulation. .

(3) The lymph node regulation system provided by the present invention uses an electrical stimulation device with adjustable parameters, which can perform safer and more comfortable stimulation according to individual needs, and also improves the individual adaptability of the system.

(4) The lymph node control system provided by the present invention is equipped with a detection module and a data processing module. By collecting lymph node image information and performing algorithm processing such as image segmentation on it, distribution information with data such as lymph node location, size, and size is obtained, thereby improving Targeting, accuracy and regulatory effect of lymph node regulation.

(5) The lymph node regulation system provided by the present invention is equipped with a data integration unit in the data processing module. This unit integrates lymph node distribution information and user feedback information to make optimal decisions, output stimulation parameter information to the control module, and guide subsequent steps. Execution of the stimulation module.

Description of drawings

Figure 1 is a structural diagram of a lymph node control system in an embodiment;

Figure 2 is a flow chart of a lymph node regulation method in an embodiment.

Detailed ways

The technical solution of this patent will be described in further detail below in conjunction with specific embodiments. It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are all exemplary and are intended to provide further explanation of the present application. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs.

The lymph node stimulation area in the embodiment of the present application includes superficial lymph nodes throughout the body, that is, lymph nodes in superficial parts of the human body distributed in the skin and subcutaneous tissue. It is mainly divided into the following three areas: First, the cervical lymph node group, including the preauricular Lymph nodes, retroauricular lymph nodes, occipital lymph nodes, submandibular lymph nodes, submental lymph nodes, anterior cervical lymph nodes, posterior cervical lymph nodes and supraclavicular lymph nodes; second, axillary lymph node group, including axillary lymph nodes, central lymph nodes, pectoral lymph nodes, Subscapular lymph nodes and lateral lymph nodes; third, the inguinal lymph nodes located in the femoral triangle below the inguinal ligament, including the transverse group of the inguinal ligament and the longitudinal group of the inguinal ligament.

The embodiments of the present application provide a lymph node regulation system and method based on the distribution characteristics of human lymph nodes. The system and method realize the regulation of superficial lymph nodes throughout the body by collecting and analyzing the distribution of lymph nodes in the target area, selecting appropriate stimulation parameters and performing stimulation operations.

Example 1:

As shown in Figure 1, this embodiment provides a lymph node regulation system, including a detection module, a data processing module, a control module, a stimulation module, an information feedback module and a power management module.

Among them, the detection module is used to obtain image information of lymph node distribution and transmit the data to the data processing module. The data processing module uses algorithms to convert the data into various data of the lymph nodes, and converts it into appropriate stimulation parameters through the control module, and then during stimulation The module produces a stimulating effect. The information feedback module is an auxiliary module used to feed back the user's subjective information and then fine-tune some stimulation parameters. The power management module manages the system's power supply to ensure the stable operation of the system.

Specifically, the detection module in this embodiment uses contrast-enhanced ultrasound imaging technologies such as B-mode ultrasound and color Doppler ultrasound for detection to collect imaging data of superficial lymph nodes throughout the body. In addition, it can also use computerized tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. Technology and other methods to obtain data. On the one hand, this module improves the accuracy of stimulating the target area. On the other hand, it has good controllability and can flexibly control various parameters according to the target area, making the system higher safety and better stimulation effect.

The information feedback module can complete information feedback based on the user's subjective information asked by professionals, such as stimulation intensity, heat, and whether there is discomfort, etc., in conjunction with the human-computer interaction interface. However, relying solely on the user's subjective feelings may lead to misjudgment. Therefore, this embodiment is also equipped with an electrophysiological monitoring unit and a body temperature monitoring unit to achieve closed-loop information feedback with the help of modern medical means. The electrophysiological monitoring unit is specifically a biodielectric spectrum patch, a conventional 12-lead electrocardiogram, etc., which is used to measure the human body impedance during electrical stimulation in real time, thereby feeding the information back to the data processing module to determine whether the detection current is too large. In addition, based on the ECG, EMG, body temperature and other data fed back by the two monitoring units, parameters such as heart rate, blood oxygen and blood oxygen saturation can also be calculated. The user feedback information collected by the information feedback module is transmitted to the data processing module and control module. On the one hand, it can be displayed through display devices such as a display screen to understand the user's physiological state in a timely manner. On the other hand, the stimulation parameters can be adjusted in real time according to the feedback parameters to improve Stimulating effect to achieve personalized stimulation.

The data processing module receives the information from the detection module and the information feedback module, performs calculation and integration, and then transmits data to the control module. This module includes an image data processing unit, a feedback information processing unit and a data integration unit. Among them, the image data processing unit uses the obtained lymph node image information to calculate and analyze the location, size, shape, quantity, blood flow and other information of the lymph nodes through microprocessor preprocessing, image segmentation and other image processing algorithms; feedback information processing The unit uses microcontroller processing and analysis based on the content of user feedback to obtain somatosensory and other information; the data integration unit analyzes and integrates the information from the image data processing unit and feedback information processing unit to form a three-dimensional stimulation navigation image, and then adjusts the control module. In addition, a human-computer interaction interface can also be set up to visualize the data results of the image data processing unit and data integration unit to display the location, size, shape, quantity and other information of the user's lymph nodes, thereby allowing human intervention in the data processing method. At the same time, the data processing module may specifically include one or more terminal devices.

The control module is the main control module of the system, which is used to receive information from the data processing module to adjust stimulation parameters, and transfer the data to the stimulation module to realize the regulation of superficial lymph nodes throughout the body by physical fields. The control module may specifically include one or more terminal devices, or may use one or more terminal devices together with the data processing module.

In addition, the control module includes a microprocessor, an electrical control unit, a human-computer interaction interface, etc., in which the microprocessor controls the parameters of electrical stimulation, such as stimulation intensity, stimulation duration, stimulation frequency, stimulation cycle, etc. according to the instructions output by the data processing module. Temperature etc. This embodiment uses 24V direct current, and the stimulation intensity can be adjusted to a current value of 1-3.5mA. Among them, 1mA stimulation has the best adaptability to the human body. As far as the current path flowing through the human body is concerned, the safety of the device is not only related to the stimulation intensity, but also depends on the duration of stimulation, that is, the power-on time. It is generally controlled at about 20 minutes per time. When used, the stimulation intensity and stimulation should be adjusted according to the user's own conditions. duration, you should also avoid using the device in humid environments.

At the same time, the control module can also be equipped with other modal control units such as a light control unit and an ultrasonic control unit, and then perform light stimulation and ultrasonic stimulation in the subsequent stimulation module to assist control. The human-computer interaction interface set up by the control module includes the system display screen, system power button, current adjustment knob and control buttons to undertake input functions such as inputting feedback information, and then performs manual intervention on each control unit. The intervention content includes mode selection and parameters. settings etc.

Furthermore, the control module can also be equipped with a condition information processing unit, which collects the user's diagnosis reports, medical records, physical examination reports and other condition data and lymph node information through a manual interactive interface, and analyzes and processes them to determine the category to which the user belongs, and then based on The mapping relationship between user categories and stimuli enables automatic selection of stimulation parameters and guides the execution of subsequent stimulation modules. Among them, the mapping relationship between user categories and stimulation parameters can be preset manually, or it can be determined through big data analysis of a large amount of disease data. It should be noted that the weights of various data in user condition information can be different. Some data items that have a greater impact on health or safety have greater weights. For example, if a user is allergic to high-frequency electrical stimulation, the user The corresponding stimulation frequency can only be low frequency.

The stimulation module is used to generate non-invasive physical stimulation, and its target area is superficial lymph nodes throughout the body. Specifically, an electrical stimulation device can be used. In addition to electrical stimulation, other stimulation modalities can also be used for stimulation. At this time, different stimulation modes can be performed individually, alternately, or simultaneously.

The stimulation module can be a wearable stimulation device of any shape, such as a semi-enclosed cylindrical flexible shell, etc., to improve the user's comfort and experience during the regulation process. For specific applications, the stimulation electrode jack with positive and negative poles, the electrode head with plug wire and an additional elastic fabric layer can be assembled in a flexible shell connected to the control module, so that it can generate DC stimulation and be wearable. Features. In addition, electrical stimulation patches can also be set up to perform stimulation operations.

The electric current generated by the electrical stimulation device enters the human body through the skin and sweat gland ducts. While spreading along the lymphatic vessels and blood vessels, it acts on numerous receptors on the tube wall and affects local operations through nerve reflection. On the one hand, electric current dilates capillaries and enhances the permeability of the tube wall, improving blood communication and nutrition of tissue cells. Specifically, when an electric current acts on a blood vessel, the blood vessel initially exhibits a short-term spasm, and then begins to expand, speeding up the blood flow in the process. At the same time, the dilation and relaxation caused by this low-frequency current can also improve blood vessel health. The elasticity of the wall texture speeds up the exchange with tissue fluid and promotes lymphatic return. On the other hand, the electric current causes the muscles to contract rhythmically, thereby squeezing and emptying the substances in the veins and lymphatic vessels, creating a "pump" effect to promote venous blood and lymphatic return. In summary, the use of electric current stimulation to act on human lymph nodes can improve microcirculation and promote blood and lymphatic return.

In addition, this method of using electrical stimulation to regulate lymph nodes has the characteristics of adjustable range of stimulation source, small size, and simple device. On the one hand, it improves the targeting of stimulation to the area of action and improves the accuracy of lymph node regulation. On the other hand, it reduces manufacturing costs and improves ease of use, making the system applicable to a wider range of scenarios and showing the potential for development into portable devices.

Example 2:

As shown in Figure 2, this embodiment provides a lymph node control method, which is executed by the above-mentioned lymph node control system, including S1, collecting lymph node image information; S2, obtaining lymph node distribution information based on lymph node image information; S3, based on lymph node distribution information Obtain stimulation information such as electrical stimulation selection; S4. Perform stimulation operations based on the stimulation information.

Specifically, S1, collecting lymph node image information refers to using ultrasound contrast imaging technology, electronic computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging technology, etc. to obtain whole body superficial lymph node image data.

S2. Obtaining lymph node distribution information based on lymph node image information refers to using the acquired lymph node image information to calculate and analyze the location, size, shape, number, blood flow and other information of lymph nodes through the image processing algorithm of the microprocessor.

S3. Obtaining stimulation information based on lymph node distribution information refers to using the acquired location information to select appropriate stimulation parameters. Specifically, parameters such as stimulation intensity, stimulation duration, stimulation frequency, stimulation period, and temperature can be selected.

S4. Performing stimulation operations based on stimulation information refers to using radio waves to produce non-invasive physical stimulation of target areas. Specific targets include superficial lymph nodes throughout the body.

Further, the lymph node regulation method may also include S5, obtaining feedback parameters and adjusting stimulation information in a closed loop based on the feedback parameters. Specifically, it refers to collecting user subjective responses or using electrophysiological technology to monitor user information, obtaining feedback indicators and then adjusting stimulation parameters.

In summary, the present invention provides a lymph node regulation system and method, which uses non-invasive external stimulation of electrical stimulation to regulate superficial lymph nodes throughout the body, promotes the work of the immune system, and improves individual health. In addition, by taking advantage of the easy-to-control range of electrical stimulation and simple equipment, the accuracy of lymphatic regulation is improved, the cost of use is reduced, and the scope of application of the system is expanded.

The above are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, several modifications and improvements can be made without departing from the creative concept of the present invention, and these all belong to the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims (10)

1. A lymph node regulation system, characterized by comprising: The detection module collects lymph node image information; a data processing module that obtains lymph node distribution information based on the lymph node imaging information; A control module that obtains stimulation information based on the lymph node distribution information, where the stimulation information includes electrical stimulation selection; and A stimulation module performs stimulation operations according to the stimulation information. 2. The lymph node control system according to claim 1, further comprising: The information feedback module collects user feedback information and transmits it to the data processing module. 3. The lymph node regulation system according to claim 2, characterized in that the information feedback module includes: An electrophysiological monitoring unit measures human body impedance during the stimulation operation. 4. The lymph node control system according to claim 3, wherein the data processing module includes: An imaging data processing unit processes the lymph node imaging information; A feedback information processing unit processes the user feedback information; and A data integration unit integrates information from the image data processing unit and the feedback information processing unit, and outputs data to the control module. 5. The lymph node control system according to claim 4, wherein the image data processing unit performs image segmentation on the lymph node image information to obtain the location, size, shape and number of lymph nodes. 6. The lymph node regulation system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein the electrical stimulation includes direct current stimulation. 7. The lymph node regulation system according to claim 6, wherein the stimulation information further includes: Stimulation intensity, stimulation duration, stimulation frequency, stimulation period and/or temperature. 8. The lymph node regulation system according to claim 7, wherein the stimulation intensity is 1-3.5mA. 9. The lymph node control system according to claim 8, wherein the control module includes: The condition information processing unit identifies the user category through the user's condition information, and outputs the stimulation information to the stimulation module according to the mapping relationship between the user category and the stimulation information. 10. A lymph node regulation method, characterized by comprising: Collect lymph node imaging information; Obtain lymph node distribution information based on the lymph node imaging information; Acquire stimulation information based on the lymph node distribution information, the stimulation information including electrical stimulation selection; and A stimulation operation is performed based on the stimulation information.