Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a phototherapy device that can deliver light to tissues to activate photoactive agents that have been applied to the tissues or that are included within a fiber optic tip member of the device which may be coupled to a light source using a sleeve. The present disclosure also relates to methods of phototherapy using the phototherapy device such as anti-bactericidal treatment, anti-fungal treatment, anti-parasitic treatment, anti-viral treatment.

Abstract: Portable therapeutic treatment devices and methods with a triangular arrangement of crystals in an induction coil with an external wrapped coil for sensing effected area body part emissions. A biosensor/bioscanner sensor can be used as an indicator to find an effected body part needing treatment and determine when treatment has been effective. The device can be passed over a body until a RED LED light indicates an effected part needing treatment. Treatment can occur with approximately 8 Hz emissions, and the sensor will indicate when the effected area has reached a treated state of approximately 8 Hz by lighting a GREEN LED light. Treatment can occur within approximately 2 minutes. A variety of ailments can be treated such as but not limited to inflammations, nerve problems, joint-pain, muscle-pain, gall bladder problems, and the like.

Abstract: A tanning device has one or more reflective surface areas. The reflective surface areas may be used for redirecting light rays toward one or more parts of a user's body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an open type car treatment module which, when worn, allows simultaneous laser therapy and music therapy for brain-nervous system tissue by arranging the light source for low level laser therapy (LLLT) and sound source for music therapy (MT) properly, and can release the heat generated by the light source to outside by allowing ventilation with outside through open type configuration of module itself.

Abstract: A combination therapy pad that includes a first layer and a second layer operatively coupled to the first layer. A fiber-optic array is disposed between the first layer and the second layer. A third layer is operatively coupled to the first layer. The third layer includes a vacuum tube in fluid communication with a vacuum source and a therapeutic fluid tube in fluid communication with a therapeutic fluid source. The third layer provides at least one of vacuum therapy and therapeutic fluid treatment to a wound area.

Abstract: An LED therapeutic apparatus is disclosed, which includes a body portion formed of a light-weight resin material into a rectangular housing; a printed circuit board including a plurality of LEDs having different emission colors mounted linearly in a plurality of rows at required intervals; a thermal radiating plate provided with a plurality of thermal radiating studs formed of a light-weight thermally conductive material; and a transparent plate mounted on an opening surface of the body portion. The thermal radiating plate is mounted in tight contact in the body portion, and the printed circuit board is mounted in tight contact with the heat radiating studs. The heat generated by the LEDs is radiated from the surface of the body portion via the thermal radiating plate from the thermal radiating studs. The LEDs may be maintained to a junction allowable temperature or lower, and the long life span without noise is achieved.

Abstract: A modulating light having a wavelength of 600 nm to 1000 nm excluding a range of 870 nm to 910 nm is irradiated to a portion around hair roots such that a light absorptive component existing in a human body around the hair roots absorbs the light for modulating hair growth. The light having the wavelength in the above range enhances hair growth free from causing inflammation, yet safely and gentle to skin.

Abstract: The invention provides a phototherapy device that includes a controlled environment defined by a plurality of transparent panels and at least one light emitting diode portion that projects light into the controlled environment.

Abstract: A sleep mask is configured to provide light therapy to a subject. The sleep mask may provide a comfortable delivery mechanism for the light therapy, and may deliver the light therapy to the subject while the subject is asleep, in the process of going to sleep, and/or waking from sleep. In one embodiment, the sleep mask includes one or more of a shield, a strap, a first lighting module, and/or a second lighting module.

Abstract: Methods, devices and systems for delivering light therapy to human or non-human animal subjects. Included are shapeable light therapy devices which are formable into different shapes suitable for delivery of therapeutic light to different regions of the subject's body and will retain the desired shape without a need for the use of a strap or other shape-retaining apparatus. Also included are light therapy devices that, in at least some modes of operation, deliver light that is not visible to the human eye and which include indicator(s) to indicate to a user and/or to the subject being treated when non-visible light is actually being emitted.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a light irradiating apparatus including: a light source block configured to radiate a light to eyes of a user; a view line detection block configured to detect a view line direction of the user; and a light source control block configured to control the light radiated from the light source so as to restrict a light quantity in an area corresponding to a view line direction detected by the view line detection block.

Abstract: The present invention provides for eyeglasses to deliver light therapy to the wearer. The eyeglass lenses or frames feature an embedded light source in logical and electrical communication with power, sensors, processors, and other components contained within the eyeglasses.

Abstract: A phototherapy device using excimer radiation in which, by skillful use of the individual peak wavelength of 308 nm and of the emission range of shorter wavelengths than 308 nm, the therapy effect is enhanced, and in which, at the same time, harm can be reduced is achieved using a XeCl excimer lamp and in which diseased sites of skin disorders are irradiated with UV-B radiation with an optical filter being used for changing the spectral shape of the UV-B radiation with which the diseased sites are irradiated.

Abstract: A system for generating light flux including a lamp. The lamp having a plurality of light sources for illuminating an area. The light sources include a plurality of light-generating mechanisms at least one of which is different from the remainder. At least one of the light-generating mechanisms includes at least one of a fluorescent light source or an LED light source and at least one of the plurality of light sources having a different color temperature output than another one of the plurality of light sources. A light source controller electrically coupled with the light sources and electrically coupled to a biological spectrum setting to control the color temperature output of the light sources by applying a percentage allocation of each of the light sources. A switch electrically coupled between the lamp and a power supply and arranged to control supply of power to the lamp.

Abstract: A handpiece can treat biological tissue using electromagnetic radiation, which can be substantially fluorescent light. The handpiece includes a source of electromagnetic radiation and a waveguide. The waveguide is adjacent the source, receives electromagnetic radiation from the source, and delivers the electromagnetic radiation to the biological tissue. The handpiece also includes a system for circulating a fluorescent substance through the waveguide. The fluorescent substance is capable of modulating at least one property of the electromagnetic radiation.

Abstract: A phototherapy apparatus for the treatment of skin disease is disclosed including: an at least partially hollow body element; a plurality of light emitting elements enclosed within the body element; and a plurality of elongated light transmitting elements, each of the light transmitting elements having a proximal end detachably affixed to the body element in proximity to one or more of the light emitting elements, and extending to an end distal the body element. For each of the elongated light transmitting elements, at least a portion of light incident from the light emitting elements onto the proximal end is directed through the light transmitting element and emitted from the distal end.

Abstract: A system includes a resonant circuit having an inductor coupled to a piezoelectric oscillator. The system also includes one or more light emitting diodes (LEDs) configured to generate illumination based on an output of the resonant circuit. The system further includes a frequency generator configured to frequency modulate the output of the resonant circuit. In addition, the system includes a power supply configured to provide a voltage to the resonant circuit and activate a piezoelectric effect in the piezoelectric oscillator. The piezoelectric oscillator may include a piezoelectric material that is configured to undergo electrical distortion in response to an applied voltage from the power supply. The frequency generator can be configured to alter a capacitance and/or an inductance of the resonant circuit. The illumination can be applied to the retina or other tissue of a body to adjust a pH of cells in the tissue.

Abstract: A phototherapy device includes a light source; a light emanation block; and a heat exchanger for the dissipation of heat from one or more heat loads associated with the device. Heat may be transferred via the heat exchanger from the light source independently of the dissipation of heat from one or more of the other device heat loads. Substantially thermally isolated heat transfer regions may be provided, and such regions may be maintained at different operating temperatures, to control the transfer of heat in conjunction with a phototherapy method and to promote efficient and enhanced device operation and performance.

Abstract: A system for influencing a state of a user includes a light source for emitting light influencing the state of the user. The system includes a light controller selectively controlling the emission of the light and an analysis engine which provides a signal to the light controller indicating a desired emission of the light. The system selectively directs blue light from the light source onto a material that retransmits it as a light different than blue light.

Abstract: An antifungal treatment system includes a light source. The light source may be positioned in a housing having an exit aperture. The light source may be energized to generate a concentrated beam of electromagnetic radiation. The electromagnetic radiation may be visible light radiation that includes infrared radiation. When energized, the concentrated beam may be directed out of the exit aperture by the light source. A focal point of the concentrated beam may be provided in a target area external to the housing to penetrate a human nail and destroy fungus resident thereunder.

Abstract: A hand-held self-contained nerve-stimulation device and method using light to provide a source of precise stimulation on one or more nerve fibers. In some embodiments, this simulation is provided through a device and method wherein a laser- or LED-light source is mounted to the handpiece. Light is passed from the light source through optical tip to simulate nerves. In some embodiments, the device is constructed from non-magnetic material such as glass, plastic or ceramics. In some embodiments, the light emanating from the optical tip can be controlled manually or automatically. In some embodiments, the handpiece contains a self-contained power source, such as batteries. In some embodiments, the handpiece is at least in part, activated by remote control in order to prevent moving the handpiece during activation. Some embodiments include a unit operable to sense a response of nerve stimulation and to suppress a laser-ablation surgery operation.

Abstract: Disclosed is a photo-stimulation method and device. The method includes the following steps: providing a light-emitting diode (LED) illuminant which is a yellow, red, or blue LED; and illuminating a subject by the LED illuminant to promote collagen synthesis, to suppress microbial growth, or to inhibit melanin synthesis, wherein the yellow LED is in an illuminance range from 1,000 to 3,500 lux, the red LED is in an illuminance range from 6,000 to 9,500 lux, and the blue LED is in an illuminance range from 3,000 to 7,000 lux.

Abstract: Disclosed is a photo-stimulation method and device with a light mixture. The method includes the following steps: providing a light-emitting diode (LED) illuminant which is a combination of a yellow LED and a red LED; and illuminating a subject by the LED illuminant to promote collagen synthesis, to suppress microbial growth, or to inhibit melanin synthesis, wherein the yellow LED is in an illuminance range from 1,000 to 3,500 lux, the red LED is in an illuminance range from 6,000 to 9,500 lux, and the number ratio of the yellow LED to the red LED is 0.5-2:0.5-2.

Abstract: A flexible light treatment head comprising one or more light source modules interconnected by a hinge apparatus along a flexing edge thereof. The light source modules have light emitting elements, such as LEDs or LASERs. The hinge apparatus comprises one or more hinges. Each hinge has a head wiring channel disposed to form a continuous wiring channel along the hinge apparatus. A head wiring channel is also provided for routing wires into the light source module.

Abstract: An edge-lit device for providing light-based dermatological treatment is provided. The device may include a panel having internally reflective properties for reflecting light, the panel defining a front surface, a rear surface, a perimeter, and one or more edges extending along one or more portions of the perimeter. A rear reflector may be disposed adjacent the rear surface. The device may include one or more light emitting diodes (LEDs) positioned along at least one of the panel edges and configured to emit light into the panel such that at least a portion of the LED-emitted light reflects off the rear reflector and projects out of the panel through the panel front surface. The wavelength of the LED-emitted light may be suitable for dermatological treatment, such that LED-emitted light projecting out through the front surface of the panel may be useful for providing dermatological treatment to a user.

Abstract: The invention is directed to methods for treating pustular conditions of the skin, for example, acne. Such methods utilize novel compositions, including but not limited to extraembryonic cytokine secreting cells (herein referred to as ECS cells), including, but not limited to, amnion-derived multipotent progenitor cells (herein referred to as AMP cells), conditioned media derived therefrom (herein referred to as amnion-derived cellular cytokine solution or ACCS), cell lysates derived therefrom, and cell products derived therefrom, each alone or in combination.

Abstract: A method and device for light color therapy, which is a method for simultaneously exposing specific surface regions of the human body to light of specific but possibly different frequencies, temporal characteristics and polarization. The device is constructed to match anatomical details of the human body such as to apply the simultaneous local light exposures to the desired body regions and to compensate for possible movement of the head, thereby minimizing the time required for a single treatment.

Abstract: An application for a light source for killing blood pathogens. The light source includes multiple ultraviolet light emitting diodes and a visible-spectrum light emitting diode. A light mixer combines light from the ultraviolet light emitting diodes and the visible-spectrum light emitting diode and focuses a mixed light into a fiber optic for delivery to an intravenous needle. A controller adjusts an amount of current delivered to the ultraviolet light emitting diodes and visible-spectrum light emitting diode. A touch screen is interfaced to the controller for inputting commands and a display is interfaced to the controller for outputting information.

Abstract: A portable, lightweight, head-mounted light therapy device is disclosed. The device comprises an one or more selectable light sources, such as light emitting diodes (LEDs), to provide bright or dim red light, bright or dim white light, or a combination thereof, selectable by the user, for shining on the user's face and eyes. The device can be used for the treatment of light deficiency disorders or conditions and circadian rhythm disorders and disturbances.

Abstract: There is herein described a disposable skin care device. More particularly, there is described a disposable skin care device capable of forming part of a light emitting medical apparatus.

Abstract: Switching power supplies made in accordance with the disclosed technology drive flash lamps of dermatologic treatment devices to emit a sequence of relatively small light pulses that are aligned with particular locations within the waveform of the AC line source. Such power supplies not only enable sufficient light energy in aggregate to therapeutically heat target chromophores in a skin region without causing undesired damage to surrounding tissue, but also provide the added benefit that the corresponding electrical energy need not be substantially drawn from any charged capacitor. The disclosed power supply further compensates for performance degradation of the flash lamps during their usable life, by modifying its operation based on predetermined values that are indicative of flash lamp aging/efficiency characteristics. The flash lamps and their associated stored values are preferably incorporated into a replaceable cartridge that facilitates user maintenance of the dermatologic treatment device.

Abstract: A probe-type light-emitting diode (LED) chip module for biostimulation includes: an LED chip, a substrate supporting the LED chip, an optical waveguide collecting light emitted from the LED chip; and an insulator coupling the substrate with the optical waveguide and providing insulation from outside. The optical waveguide includes: a body extending from one end facing the LED chip with a cylindrical shape; a variable layer having a diameter decreasing gradually from the other end of the body; and a probe extending from the end of the variable layer and having a diameter equivalent to that of an optical fiber. The probe-type LED chip module for biostimulation may be manufactured with a small size to have superior portability and applicability.

Abstract: A rechargeable battery operated hand-held light emitting device that will treat the symptoms of common onychomycosis. The device preferably is operated utilizing a flash lamp of as the source of energy, a reflector and special window filter limiting the wavelength output to the narrow band range of 900-1100 nm. This will optimize the absorption of light energy in the nail bed, and thus increase the temperature of the nail bed to a efficacious level, by and while transmitting the optical light energy through the nail. The targeted tissue is located below the nail and is heated by a series of flashes in a sequential release of energy. A disposable treatment tip can be attached to the hand-held device to ensure safety in form of tissue contact and providing user safety.

Abstract: A removable tip for a light energy handpiece comprises a hollow conduit configured to surround a light guide in the handpiece; a support extension having a length longer than a length of the hollow conduit; and a shielding extension coupled to the support extension at an angle less than 180 degrees and located in front of the hollow conduit. The shielding extension is configured to be inserted behind an eyelid and extend to the fornix, the shielding extension comprised of a thermally insulative material.

Abstract: The hair-removal device comprises a housing, a flashlamp arranged inside the housing, the housing having an opening through which electromagnetic energy originating from the flashlamp can be transmitted towards a skin surface. The housing comprises: a cavity adjacent to the flashlamp; at least one aeration orifice; and at least one mobile component in the housing, which can be displaced between a first so-called aeration position, in which said cavity communicates with said aeration orifice and a second so-called closed position, for which said cavity is closed in order to limit the light escaping from the opening. Said mobile component can be formed by a housing portion that can close the cavity except for the opening, by moving towards a complementary housing portion.

Abstract: A flexible light therapy device, a bandage and a plaster for providing a therapeutic effect to a treatment target area (226) of a living being are provided. The flexible light therapy device comprises a light source (214) for emitting light (220), a light transmitting element (212) and a heat management means (210). The light transmitting element (212) is of a flexible light transmitting material and is optically coupled to the light source (214). The light transmitting element (212) comprises a light exit window (222) to emit the light (220) towards the treatment target area (226). The heat management means (210) is thermally coupled to the treatment target area (226) and distributes heat and controls the distribution of heat across the treatment target area (226). Part of the distributed heat may originate from the light source (214).

Abstract: A light therapy device is taught including a light emitting assembly having light emitting diodes (LEDs) as a light source. The light emitting assembly capable of generating 2,500 lux to 7,500 lux at 12 inches.

Abstract: A method of biostimulating phototherapy is provided. The method comprises illuminating a subject's body portion (1) with light having a first wavelength in the range of 600-900 nm (17). The method further comprises the step of at least one of reducing and preventing hyperthermia of the body portion by illuminating the body portion with light having a second wavelength which is at least one of in the range of 400-600 nm and in the range of 900-2500 nm (19). Further, a phototherapy device (21) is provided which comprises a first light source (25) and a second light source (26). The first light source is configured to emit light (17) having a first wavelength which is in the range of 600-900 nm. The second light source is configured to emit light (19) having a second wavelength which is at least one of in the range of 400-600 nm and in the range of 900-2500 nm. At least a portion of the device is a patch which is formed for conforming to at least part of the body portion (1).

Abstract: Methods for focused remodeling and downsizing the volume of subcutaneous lipid-rich cells, body contouring, and tightening skin tissue, using controlled heating of the targeted areas on the body. The electromagnetic energy heats the subcutaneous tissues which provides the desired effect. The electromagnetic energy is applied via an applicator without continuously moving the applicator. A spacer of insulating or dielectric material may be provided between the applicator and the skin.

Abstract: Methods for focused remodeling and downsizing the volume of subcutaneous lipid-rich cells, body contouring, and tightening skin tissue, using controlled heating of the targeted areas on the body. The electromagnetic energy heats the. subcutaneous tissues which provides the desired effect. The electromagnetic energy is applied via an applicator without touching the skin. A spacer of insulating or dielectric material may be provided between the applicator and the skin.

Abstract: A high-powered light emitting diode (LED) photobiology (phototherapy) device is disclosed in the accompanying specification. The contemplated photobiology (phototherapy) device may be used in the treatment of various aesthetic and medical or other conditions. The phototherapy device may include a number of select LEDs for emitting a desired range or ranges of wavelengths of high intensity light for use in treatment. Additionally, the phototherapy treatment includes one or more methods for providing a treatment appropriate to the condition desired to be treated. The phototherapy device provides for a variety of high power light settings, intensity levels, and selectable time intervals for providing treatment.

Abstract: Methods and devices related to wound healing using phototherapy are described. Some embodiments provide an organic light-emitting diode device, such as a light-emitting device for phototherapy, comprising Ring System 1, Ring System 2, Ring System 3, Ring System 4 or Ring System 5.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a phototherapy device, which is driven by a power supply and includes: a housing, having a top portion, a bottom portion and a handheld portion, where the top portion has a light outlet, the handheld portion connects the top portion and the bottom portion, and the handheld portion has at least one protruding part; a light-transmitting plate, which covers the light outlet; a light-blocking part, formed into a protruding rim along the circumferential direction of the light outlet; an LED module, disposed in the housing and corresponding to the light outlet; and a control module, electrically connected to the power supply and the LED module. Accordingly, the phototherapy device according to the present invention is suitable for handheld use.

Abstract: Electromagnetic (EM) radiation eye protection systems (10) and methods are disclosed. The system includes an EM radiation source (20) and one or more pairs of protective eyewear (100). A control device (30) is operative to control the emission of an EM radiation beam (24B) from the EM radiation source in response to a transmit signal (WST1, ST1). Each pair of protective eyewear includes a sensor unit (120) that generates the transmit signal when the participant (P) properly wears the protective eyewear. The eye-protection system prevents the emission of the EM radiation beam if a participant is not wearing protective eyewear.

Abstract: A device for treating the skin, for instance for removing body hair. The device includes a working head, which includes an irradiating device for irradiating the skin surface to be treated, preferably by means of light; a contact surface surrounding the irradiating device for supporting the working head on the skin surface; and a safety device for controlling the irradiation and/or for providing a safety signal. The safety device includes a recording device for recording the support of the working head on the skin surface. The contact surface defines a bell-like pressure and/or sound chamber and the recording device encompasses an impermeability sensor device for determining the over-pressure and/or sound impermeability of the pressure and/or sound chamber.

Abstract: Phototherapy systems comprising a therapeutic lamp platform for radiant lamps such as LEDs disposed in an assembly comprising a first wall to which the lamps are affixed thereto and a second wall, closer to the patient, spaced from the first wall wherein the lamps are recessed relative thereto. The second wall comprises a reflective surface facing towards a patient and a plurality of light apertures substantially aligned with the LEDs on the first wall for communicating lamp radiation from the lamps to a user. The lamps and associated circuitry are disposed between the first and second wall so that the reflective surface is relatively smooth and seamless towards the patient. The walls have a malleable rigidity for flexible adjustability relative to the user. The device is mounted to the user with a frame comprising an eyeglass frame or goggles including lenses for shielding the user's eyes from lamp radiation.

Abstract: Light therapy is provided to a subject through a sleep mask. The sleep mask is configured to deliver electromagnetic radiation to the closed eyelids of the subject within two separate wavelength bands. The first wavelength band is therapeutically impactful in adjusting the sleep cycle of the subject. The second wavelength band preconditions the subject for delivery of the electro-magnetic radiation in the first wavelength band, maintains the apparent brightness of the electromagnetic radiation throughout therapy, enables cooling within the sleep mask, enhances the power efficiency of the sleep mask, and/or provides other benefits. The first wavelength band and the second wavelength band are selected based on attenuation of electromagnetic radiation by the eyelid of the subject.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for photodynamic therapy and fluorescence detection, in which a combined light source is provided to illuminate an object body and a multispectral fluorescence-reflectance image is provided to reproduce various and complex spectral images for an object tissue, thus performing effective photodynamic therapy for various diseases both outside and inside of the body.

Abstract: A pad for thermotherapy includes: a stretchable and flexible substrate; an electrode pattern positioned over the stretchable and flexible substrate, and including a plurality of light source electrodes and a linear electrode connecting the light source electrodes; light sources positioned over the electrode pattern; and a power supply unit for supplying power to the light source, wherein the linear electrode is formed longer than intervals between neighboring light source electrodes and separated from the substrate.

Abstract: A device for promoting eyebrow hair growth includes an array of light generating sources, such as LEDs, laser diodes and IPLs, which are housed within a brow plate, for providing evenly distributed light to a user's eyebrows at a low level output wavelength suitable for stimulating hair growth. This photo-biostimulation process promotes hair growth in the directed region by producing an increase in ATP and keratin production, enhancement in blood flow and circulation, as well as an increase in collagen production. Temple arm members with corresponding ear pieces or a headband are used to support the device on a user's head. The light generating sources may be powered by an internal power source, such as a rechargeable battery or disposable batteries, located within the headband or temple arm members, or by an external power source, such as a plug used in connection with an AC outlet.