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A new closed-loop controlled glass cupping device offers improved temperature and pressure management for traditional cupping therapy. This innovation enhances safety and efficiency in medical and health services.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine

Background:

  • Traditional cupping therapy faces challenges in meeting modern healthcare demands due to limitations in temperature control, negative pressure effects, and observation.
  • Aging populations and rising living standards necessitate advancements in traditional medical practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an advanced glass cupping device with closed-loop control to overcome the limitations of traditional cupping.
  • To integrate acupoint-symptom analysis models for automated and precise cupping therapy.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a two-cup glass cupping device featuring a PT100 thermocouple probe and a pressure sensor.
  • Integration of a P89C668 single chip microcomputer for multimodal temperature and pressure control.
  • Implementation of a built-in data processing device for automatic display of parameters on an LED screen.

Main Results:

  • The developed device provides real-time temperature and pressure control, enhancing safety and efficacy.
  • The closed-loop system ensures a satisfactory negative pressure effect and allows for convenient observation.
  • The device demonstrates high safety, good sealing, and economic efficiency.

Conclusions:

  • The novel glass cupping device represents a significant advancement in acupuncture and moxibustion, integrating multidisciplinary technologies.
  • This updated design addresses the shortcomings of traditional cupping, offering a high-quality medical and health service solution.