Abstract: A system for inducing synthesis of Vitamin D in a body includes a wearable illumination device formed in a structure that is wearable on the body, and including a plurality of light sources configured to radiate an ultraviolet light to a skin of a worn part; and a control device connected to the plurality of light sources and configured to drive the plurality of light sources to radiate the ultraviolet light, wherein the wearable illumination device includes a light diffusion panel configured to equalize an irradiance of the ultraviolet light reaching the skin by causing diffusion of the ultraviolet light radiated from the plurality of light sources.

Abstract: A light treatment device includes a stacked structure for applying a light treatment to a patient's skin. The stacked structure includes a light source configured to emit treatment light, and a light diffusing layer. The light diffusing layer is configured to receive the emitted treatment light, diffuse the treatment light, and output diffused treatment light.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are various brain injury treatment systems, including various light delivery systems and devices. The various systems include a light delivery device that can be a headpiece or headgear having at least one light array disposed therein and a controller coupled to the at least one light array.

Abstract: A wearable device for detection of a posture deviation of a body of a user, and to provide proper alignment thereon, comprises a resting pad adapted to cover a back region of the body of the user, wherein the resting pad includes an internal surface oriented towards the back region, and an external surface oriented away from the back region, a supporting unit adapted to be attached with the resting pad, at the external surface, wherein the supporting unit further includes a back stretcher adapted to be deformed through flexure, and a flexing mechanism adapted to cause the flexure of the back stretcher and a sensor unit configured to determine deviation in the posture of the body of the user. Further, the resting pad is made of a flexible material to accommodate the flexure of the back stretcher.

Abstract: A micro-device for corneal cross-linking treatment includes a body including an outer portion and an inner portion. The outer portion is disposed about a periphery of the inner portion. The inner portion is shaped such that, when the body is positioned against a surface of an eye, the outer portion contacts the surface of the eye and the inner portion defines a chamber over a cornea of the eye. The micro-device includes an illumination system including a micro-optical element coupled to the body. The micro-optical element is configured to direct photoactivating light to the cornea of the eye when the body is positioned against the surface of the eye. The photoactivating light generates cross-linking activity with a cross-linking agent applied to the cornea.

Abstract: Photobiomedulation therapy (PBMT) can be applied to the eye to treat optical neuritis, a sign of multiple sclerosis (MS). The light of PBMT can be directed into the eye, regardless of the position of the eye, by a device that includes an array of light delivery devices and a heat sink lens. The device can be placed proximal to the eye to direct the light into the eye. The light can have one or more wavelengths from 400-1100 nm and can be applied in at least one of a pulsed operating mode, a continuous operating mode, and a super-pulsed operating mode through the light source device to the skeletal muscle. The light signal is applied for a time sufficient to stimulate a phototherapeutic response in the retina and/or the optic nerve. PBMT applied in this manner provides a noninvasive, safe and effective treatment for optic neuritis.

Abstract: Disclosed is a portable infrared physiotherapy instrument (10), comprising a shell (100), a power source (200), a fan (300), an infrared emission assembly (400) and a guide tube (500). The infrared emission assembly (400) comprises a fixing frame (410), and an electric heating wire (420) wound around the fixing frame (410), the electric heating wire (420) being capable of simultaneously generating visible light and heat after being energized, and the heat heating a rare earth coating on the outer surface of the electric heating wire, thereby changing the frequency range of the visible light so as to obtain infrared rays. The power source (200) drives the fan (300) to rotate so as to drive external air to enter the interior of the shell (100) from an opening of a first end of the shell (100) and form an air flow inside the shell (100), and the infrared rays and the heat are guided to the guide tube (500) under the action of the air flow and are discharged from one end of the guide tube (500).

Abstract: Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) can be applied to a tender area on a subject's body to treat fibromyalgia. A light source device can be contacted to a subject's skin proximal to a tender area on the subject's body. A light signal (with wavelengths from the red to infrared part of the spectrum) can be applied in at least one of a pulsed operating mode, a continuous operating mode, and a super-pulsed operating mode through the light source device to the tender area. The light signal is applied for a time sufficient to stimulate a phototherapeutic response in the tender area to treat fibromyalgia.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods of controlled therapeutic modulation of an immune response by an immune system of a patient. UV radiation is applied to the skin of a patient for a predetermined time period or dose. The application of UV radiation is repeated for the predetermined time or dose or for a modified predetermined time period or dose based on patient feedback after applying for the predetermined time period or dose, multiple times, wherein each repetition is performed after a predetermined rest period has passed. The patient is tested after at least one session of application of UV radiation and levels of one or more indicators read by the test are compared to levels that were established as baseline levels from a test taken before the initial application of UV radiation. The treatments are discontinued when a predetermined differential threshold between retesting levels and baseline levels in at least one indicator has been met, or for a predetermined number of times, whichever occurs first.

Abstract: A shape compliant wearable Photo-Dynamic Therapy (PDT) pad comprises an outer layer having an outer surface adapted to be exposed to the ambient, an inner layer having an inner surface adapted to be in contact with a body of a user, a metallic sheet provided between the outer layer and the inner layer, the metallic sheet being shape compliant, and a plurality of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) provided between the inner layer and the outer layer. The plurality of LEDs is configured to emit electromagnetic radiation towards the body of the user. Also, the inner layer and the metallic sheet include an enclosed cavity therebetween, the metallic sheet is configured to be maintained at a negative potential, and the inner layer includes a plurality of air holes providing a passage for ambient air to enter and exit the enclosed cavity.

Abstract: An ultraviolet irradiation device includes a light-emitting element, a temperature control element, and a control circuit. The light-emitting element is configured to emit an ultraviolet light. The temperature control element is configured to control a temperature of the light-emitting element. The control circuit is configured to control the temperature control element based on a voltage of the light-emitting element so as to control a peak wavelength of the ultraviolet light.

Abstract: A pulsed electromagnetic emission device is provided, which is configured to be placed in adherence with at least a part of the body of a user, including at least a first emitter configured to emit at least one pulsed magnetic field and at least a second emitter configured to generate at least one luminous signal, wherein the second emitter is at least partly immersed in the pulsed magnetic field when the first emitter emits the pulsed magnetic field.

Abstract: Light stimulation systems and methods for elevating testosterone levels in male patients.

Abstract: A photo-treatment device includes a non-opaque treatment substrate and a radiation-collector beside the substrate. The substrate is sized for a person at which radiation is to be emitted from above the substrate. The substrate has a front surface for receiving the person thereon and a back surface. The radiation-collector captures excess radiation peripheral to the substrate and redirects the excess radiation to the back surface of the substrate.

Abstract: A wearable head article for controlling light incident on the skin, including a filter layer for allowing light to pass through over a treatment area of the head, wherein the filer layer includes material that controls the wavelengths that pass through, and a protective layer for reducing skin exposure to at least one of harmful light and non-beneficial light.

Abstract: Respiratory function can be preserved in patients requiring mechanical ventilation (MV), such as patients with severe COVID-19, using a photoceutical applied by a photoceutical medical device (including at least one super pulsed laser to provide superpulsed light of a first wavelength, at least two non-coherent light sources to provide light of a second wavelength, and at least two other non-coherent light sources to provide light of a third wavelength) to at least one inspiratory muscle. The photoceutical includes a combination of superpulsed light of the first wavelength, light of the second wavelength, and light of the third wavelength. At least two sites on the body of the patient can be selected and the photoceutical can be delivered: at one of the sites for a first time period; and at another of the sites for a second time period.

Abstract: A photo-treatment device includes a treatment region that has a front side at which source radiation is to be emitted and an opposite, back side. A plurality of light guides are located beside the treatment region. The light guides capture excess radiation peripheral to the treatment region and redirect the excess radiation toward the back side of the treatment region.

Abstract: A phototherapy mask adapted to fit over the eye area of the user. The mask comprises a plurality of semiconductor light sources such as, but not limited to, light-emitting diodes (LEDs) or laser diodes, fiber optics, full spectrum light sources, RGB LEDs, piezo transducers, vibrational transducers (ultrasonic or otherwise), or a combination thereof, that provide therapeutic and rejuvenating effects to human tissue. The light sources are arranged so as to focus on the eye areas, and light enters through the eyes (open or closed). The light sources emit energy in the form of photons when switched on, which deliver energy to targeted tissue, penetrating the layers of skin and the eyes to produce a non-thermal photochemical effect at the cellular level.

Abstract: A stationary trans-skull optogenetic stimulation module is provided and includes a sleeve to be inserted and positioned in a drilled hole of a skull of a subject, an optogenetic stimulating element, and a cover. The sleeve has a large aperture portion and a small aperture portion, and the optogenetic stimulating element and the cover can be installed with or disassembled from the large aperture portion. Thus, the operation time of syringe injection and phototherapeutic irradiation can be reduced, and the operation efficiency can be increased.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided which project germicidal light from a lamp toward an individual donned in outerwear to disinfect the outerwear. In specific embodiments, germicidal light is projected toward an individual situated greater than approximately 1 foot from the light source. Some systems include sensor/s for detecting presence of an individual within a target area a set distance from the disinfection apparatus comprising the light source and program instructions for commencing operation of the disinfection apparatus based on information from the sensor/s. In addition or alternatively, some systems include reflective panel/s exhibiting greater than approximately 85% reflectance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for relaxing a respiratory tract and a bronchial tube, wherein the apparatus is manufactured in a form of a necklace hung on the neck, and a color light in the visible light wavelength band is irradiated at the region of the Tiantu point, which is known to be useful for the prevention and treatment of human respiratory diseases, that is, a dent region at which ends of left and right clavicle meet each other below the front of the neck, for a predetermined time to induce the secretion of a material for relaxing muscles (e.g., nitrogen monoxide or the like) in muscular cells of the respiratory tract and the bronchial tube, thereby relaxing the respiratory tract and the bronchial tube.

Abstract: The present invention provides a photo-therapy device and a method for treatment of skin conditions such as rashes or similar dermatological conditions that are exhibited by Grover's disease or other diseases which are associated or co-existent with Grover's disease. The treatment includes exposure of the subject's affected skin and preferably the entire body with blue LED light to improve skin status by stimulating body's immune system to reduce itching, blotchiness and skin discomfort.

Abstract: A method including photomodulating mammalian tissue with more than one light source of narrowband, multi chromatic electromagnetic radiation, wherein at least one light source emits radiation at a wavelength corresponding to yellow light and at least one light source emits radiation corresponding to infra-red light, wherein the ratio of the intensity of yellow light to infra-red light is about 4:1.

Abstract: A therapeutic laser with a source of pulsed electromagnetic radiation, a control device for controlling the intensity and/or the duration of the therapeutic laser applied to the tissue, and a detection device for detecting optoacoustic signals triggered by irradiating the living tissue with the pulsed electromagnetic radiation. The therapeutic laser is characterized by an evaluation device that acts on the control device and is used for calculating a degree of quality B(t) from the optoacoustic signals detected by the detection device for individual laser pulses applied to a predetermined laser spot and determining a fit function f(t) at a predetermined point in time ?t1, the fit function f(t) approximating the mean curve of B(t) for 0?t??t1. The intensity and/or the irradiation time of the therapeutic laser is defined by the parameters for the predetermined laser spot, the parameters being determined for the fit function f(t).

Abstract: A computer implemented method and apparatus can create an exposure regimen for a user. The regimen can be used to instruct an exposure device to expose the user to light at a wavelength, duration, and intensity, and over one or more days, which is sufficient to alter the user's circadian rhythm. The user may provide one or more preferences which allow the technology to create the exposure regimen sufficient to alter the user's circadian rhythm.

Abstract: There are provided an apparatus and a method for blocking abnormal conduction in the cardiac muscle using a photodynamic therapy or for treating arrhythmia. There is provided a catheter ablation apparatus for the treatment of arrhythmia using a photodynamic therapy, comprising a catheter leading a photoradiation unit to an abnormal electrical conduction site or a hyperexcitability occurring site in the cardiac muscle of a test subject in which a photosensitizer is present by administering the photosensitizer beforehand and which causes arrhythmia, means for generating a light ray with which the abnormal electrical conduction site or the hyperexcitability occurring site is irradiated, and means for transmitting the light ray to the abnormal electrical conduction site or the hyperexcitability occurring site, wherein the photosensitizer used is a water-soluble chlorine-based photosensitizer and the light ray used is a light ray having an excitation wavelength equal to that of the photosensitizer.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a portable device suited to treating psoriasis and other skin diseases in patients. The device can be carried like a suitcase from one location to another and can be used to treat various body parts, such as the hands, feet, face, and chest. The device includes a carrying case, ultraviolet bulbs, a ballast, and electrical components. The device can also include a timer to measure the duration of the phototherapy treatment.

Abstract: Methods and devices related to the treatment of diseases 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, or Ring system 4. Methods of treating disease with phototherapy are also described.

Abstract: A method includes sensing a data uniquely associated with an external environment of a user of a data processing device through a sensor associated with the data processing device and/or the data processing device. The method also includes personalizing an operating environment of the data processing device based on the sensed data.

Abstract: A wearable hands-free apparatus for providing phototherapy treatment to a number of hair, scalp and skin related conditions includes a supporting member for pivotally supporting a light emitting plate in spaced, opposing relation to the user's head. The light emitting plate is fitted with an array of light generating sources, such as light emitting diodes (LEDs), laser diodes, or infrared lights, that emit light within a particular wavelength range correlating with the treatment of one or more specific hair, scalp and/or skin-related conditions. The light emitting plate is specifically designed to conform to the shape of the human face or scalp for providing complete, uniform and consistent light coverage to the respective areas.

Abstract: A portable, self-contained, irradiation apparatus for photodynamic treatment of the vulva and/or the anus which comprises: a treatment surface 2 capable of conforming to the area of the vulva and/or anus to be treated, an illumination system 4 for directing light onto a treatment area of the vulva and/or anus and a power source 18 for the illumination system; wherein the illumination system is arranged to provide light at fluence rates of 50 mW/cm2 or below.

Abstract: A light emitting device to awaken or alert an animal by stimulating the Suprachiasmatic Nucleus in the brain to suppress melatonin secretion and change gene expression in the brain. The device can be programmed for an initiation time, color of light, brightness, frequency of pulsating light, and level of gradual intensity. It has the advantage of being silent, does not to disturb other people sleeping in the same room and user is more cognitively alert.

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: Disclosed therein is an LED phototherapy apparatus for skin including: a support part on which a user lies with the back of the head; a rotation part rotatably hinge-coupled to the support part, the rotation part having a space for accommodating the user's head; a light emitting member formed inside the rotation part; and a control circuit part adapted for supplying electric power to the light emitting member and controlling light intensity and irradiation time. The LED phototherapy apparatus can be utilized as a pillow enabling a user to take sleep on the pillow and irradiate light of wavelength helpful to the skin of the face, the scalp or the neck in the user's sleep so as to provide skin improvement and treatment effects.

Abstract: A phototherapy device for applying light from a plurality of low-level light sources, such as LEDs or laser diodes, to male genitalia. The plurality of light sources are located on the interior of a tube, cup or helical band or ribbon, which is then applied to some or all portions of the male genitalia. One or more straps or arms may be used to position the device and hold it in place. A control unit may be wired or wirelessly connected to the device to power and control the frequency and timing of the light therapy application.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for treating psychiatric disorders, mood disorders and circadian rhythm disorders with a multi-stage light protocol are disclosed. The presently disclosed multi-stage light protocol provides a synergistic treatment including up to 4 types of therapies: bright light therapy, extended sleep deprivation therapy, dawn simulation therapy and short to medium wavelength light therapy. According to some embodiments, the first stage of the protocol includes a first time window of 20 minutes during which, for a majority of the time, the light intensity is between 50 lux and 2000 lux. According to some embodiments, the second stage of the protocol includes a second time window of at least 90 minutes during which, for every 10 minute period within the second time window, for a majority of the time, the light intensity is exceeds 100 lux.

Abstract: An apparatus for treatment of fungal infections and/or other foot skin disorders, comprises a shoe-type housing having a substantially hollow interior forming a treatment chamber, a supporting platform disposed within the hollow chamber; so that a foot of a patient positioned within the treatment chamber is supported by the platform, so that nails are disposed at the lower level of the front part of the chamber, whereas the heel of the foot is being elevated a rear part thereof. A delivery and control assembly for the aqueous solution is provided. At least one light delivery arrangement is disposed within or in the vicinity of the treatment chamber.

Abstract: The radiant energy bandage system is disclosed including a plurality of therapeutic lamps and a controller for operating the lamps. Batteries power the lamps and are secured to a flexible fabric layer supporting the lamps and the controller. A foam and reflective layer includes a spacer foam and radiant energy reflector. A plurality of spacer windows are aligned with the lamps for communicating lamp radiation therethrough. A sheer mesh fabric layer is supposed to cover the foam and reflective layer.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus, a method and a computer program. The apparatus comprises medical imaging unit for generating a group of voxel values of a patient, a voxel value representing an electromagnetically detectable functional state in a brain voxel of the patient, data processing unit for generating from the group of voxel values of the patient an indication that represents a level of a specific medical disorder of the patient, and illumination unit for directing non-invasively a dose of light to the brain of the patient.

Abstract: Methods and systems for modifying tissue use a pressurized fluid stream carrying coherent light energy. The methods and systems may be used for resecting and debulking soft and hard biological tissues. The coherent light is focused within a stream of fluid to deliver energy to the tissue to be treated.

Abstract: A hair restoration caring device includes a treatment hood, a suspension member and a hair caring device. The treatment hood is to be disposed over a user's head. The suspension member is fastened to the treatment hood. The hair caring device is attached to the suspension member and is movable with respect to the user scalp. The hair caring device includes an outer casing mounted slidably on the suspension member, and has several downward combing projections and several light emitters installed above the combing projections respectively for radiating light waves. Each combing projection is aligned with a respective light emitter and is formed with an axial passage to permit past through of light waves of the respective light emitter.

Abstract: The invention relates to a skin tanning chamber, the improvement comprising at least one light emitting diode emitting a UVA light, such as a UVA LED that emits essentially only UVA. Additionally, multiple LEDs of varying types with various characteristic wavelengths are controlled independently to produce an arbitrary light pattern in an arbitrary sequence over time. The chamber can be rigid or flexible. It can be a bed, booth or incorporated into a flexible form, such as a garment or cloth. In one embodiment, the chamber further comprises at least one LED emitting a UVC light, whereby the UVC light sanitizes the chamber surface. Preferably the LED emitting the UVA light is under independent control from the LED emitting UVC light.

Abstract: A basic idea of the invention is to categorize color of light into groups on the basis of dominant wavelength. After the colors have been categorized into different groups, a particular group of colors may be selected on the basis of a predetermined criterion, one criterion being that an individual is to perceive the ambient temperature as higher than it actually is, while another criterion may be that the individual is to perceive the ambient temperature as lower than it actually is. Thereafter, a control signal is generated for controlling the dominant wavelength of light emitted from at least one light source in accordance with the selected group of colors. Finally, the generated control signal is transmitted to the light source(s) to be controlled, for emitting light of the selected group of colors, thereby influencing the thermoregulation of an individual being exposed to the light of the selected group of colors on the basis of the predetermined criterion.

Abstract: A method of light therapy includes non-invasive, intra-cranial administration of bright light via the ear canal of a subject by using a light intensity of 0.7-12 lumens, and a treatment time of 1-15 minutes. A medical device including radiation elements for directing the light via the ear canal for use in the light therapy is described.

Abstract: A method of treating ROP, the method comprising providing a light source emitting light with a wavelength of about 490 nra, exposing an infant's eye to the light, and monitoring the vascularization in the infant's eye.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for photodynamic therapy or photodynamic diagnosis using an illuminator comprising a plurality of light sources generally conforming to a contoured surface and irradiating the contoured surface with substantially uniform intensity visible light. The light sources may comprise generally U-shaped fluorescent tubes that are driven by electronic ballasts. The spacing of the U-shaped tubes is varied to increase the output at the edges of the illuminator to make the output more uniform. Also, different portions of the tubes are cooled at different amounts, to improve uniformity. A light sensor monitors output from the U-shaped tubes to provide a signal for adjusting the output from the tubes.

Abstract: A handpiece having a shell for removably housing a cartridge with a window having a light source and a cooling circuit thereof as well as a cover. A light guide connects the light source to the surface of the skin. The position of the cartridge is defined by a base having cartridge connection members and by a guiding surface having one end corresponding to the base and sides defining lateral guide rails around the position of the light guide. The cartridge is in the form of a planar housing having one end bearing a transverse assembly plate provided with connection members homologous to those of the base, and the sides include guiding ribs interacting with the lateral rails.

Abstract: A monocular light source positioning device includes a support member which held on the head of a user to hold an elongated readily bendable but self supporting element having a light source effective to stimulate a photo-endocrine response attached at a free end thereof positioned over or in front of only one eye of the person to provide a method of stimulating a photoendocrine response without interfering with the principal field of view of the user.

Abstract: Techniques disclosed herein include systems and methods for treating spinal cord injury. Techniques include using a diode laser assembly, a power source, a fiber optic cable, and a fenestrated tip. The power source can be connected to the diode laser assembly, with a fiber optic cable connected to the diode laser assembly. The fenestrated tip is connected to the fiber optic cable to emit a plurality of laser light beams produced by the diode laser assembly at a location remote from the diode laser assembly. The apparatus can be used in a method for treating a spinal cord injury. The method is carried out by providing a source of laser light having a wavelength in the range of 500-1000 nm and a power in the range of 5 to 500 milliwatts. The laser light is transmitted through an optical wire to a position adjacent a spinal cord injury site, with at least a portion of the apparatus positioned within a human body. The spinal cord injury site is then irradiated with laser light from the optical wire.

Abstract: A technique for detecting and providing alerts or indications that can be used for controlling or altering the displacement speed of an applicator coupling skin heating energy across a treated skin. A temperature sensor monitors the rate of skin temperature change and provides feedback related to altering the applicator displacement speed according to the rate of skin temperature change. Disclosed is also an applicator for implementing this method.