Spring Sleeping Instrument Repaired
My grandson, who is 6 years old has suffered for many years from insomnia. He has many issues that he is dealing with, including Autism.
This Spring Sleeping Instrument is a little hard to describe. So, here is the explanation straight from the internet:
- How it Works: These handheld, USB-chargeable devices use micro-current vibrations to stimulate acupressure points (specifically PC8) in the palm.
- Mechanism: They aim to calm the central nervous system, reduce stress, and promote relaxation to help the user fall asleep.
Strange as it seems, this appears to work. The only problem is that is stopped working. Pressing the ‘on’ button would not bring on the LED light and the unit would not work. Although they appear well constructed, one of the failing points is the switches. Keep in mind that he rolls around in bed a lot and so this will get squashed regularly during the night.
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Removal of the blue case was simple. It looks like a silicon sleeve that slips off from the main body.
Two screws held together the case. Yes, the negative wire broke off at that point but was later soldered into place.
After a close visual inspection, the centre ‘on’ button did not look right.
It seemed to be pushed in further than the others and did not have the distinctive click when the tactile switch was pushed.
Also, the button appeared to be offset.
Due to the small size of the tactile switch, it took a while to carefully heat the solder and remove the switch without damaging other components or surrounding trace.
Once the old solder was removed using wick and the area cleaned with isopropyl alcohol, the new switch was installed.
The wire that had previously fallen off was soldered back into place. The unit was now reassembled for testing.
The ‘on’ button was pressed, the LED light came on and a pulsing buzz could be felt through the raised silver surface.
Although this was a simple diagnosis, it took time and care to replace the small tactile switch.
I now had a happy grandson!
This article was prepared for you by Mark Rabone from Australia.
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Waleed Rishmawi
March 14, 2026 at 4:19 pm
a time and effort well spent for the sake of your grandson. May the Lord bless him and bless you for fixing this one. thanks for sharing and have a blessed day
Mark Rabone
March 21, 2026 at 12:45 pm
Thanks Waleed, I appreciate your comment
Parasuraman S
March 14, 2026 at 4:33 pm
Sorry to hear about your grandson! But the deed done by you is damn good and a good gift to a grandson! Many thanks for sharing the repair story, which moved me too! I do agree that handling such tiny switches is a pain and causes eye strain too! Good job, well done, dear Mark!
Josh
March 14, 2026 at 11:33 pm
Great work!!Can you please email me name of product?Would like to try one.Thanks
Mark Rabone
March 21, 2026 at 12:54 pm
Hey Josh,
The same product comes with a variety of names:
CalmCarry
Sleep Aid Massage
Spring Sleeping Instrument
Hand Held Sleep Aid Instrument
Sleep Instrument - Hand Held Sleep Aid Machine
Mark Rabone
March 21, 2026 at 12:47 pm
Ah, the things we do for our kids and grandkids!
Yogesh Panchal
March 14, 2026 at 10:38 pm
Good Job! Mark
Mark Rabone
March 21, 2026 at 12:54 pm
Thanks Yogesh
Albert van Bemmelen
March 15, 2026 at 12:45 am
Well done Mark! We only hope for the best and always take care of the things we can do to make life better! No doubt caring about and taking care of are about the same thing here.
Mark Rabone
March 21, 2026 at 12:55 pm
Thanks Albert.
Mark J
March 15, 2026 at 2:49 am
Sometimes those tactile switches are hard to deal with. Good job on the repair.
Mark Rabone
March 21, 2026 at 12:56 pm
You are right Mark.
I haven't always been as successful as I was in this case. ♂️
Muykit
March 15, 2026 at 11:48 pm
From a technical aspect you succeeded in an exam, and from a human perspective, you passed a test. In most families, other family members are emotinally and psychologically affected when a family member is facing a disturbing situation. Its like; when the head aches, the whole body becomes sick. We may go out of the way to make the suffering feel they are loved, and, they are comfortable and wanted.
Mark Rabone
March 21, 2026 at 12:57 pm
Thanks Muykit,
I appreciate your thoughts