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: The present invention relates to a skin treatment device (1, F). The device comprises a radiation source (13) in a housing, such that radiation can be emitted through an exit opening in the housing. It further comprises at least one skin presence sensor (43, 63) capable of measuring the presence of skin (7) in a number of respective positions, and a control unit (37). The control unit (37) is constructed to determine a covered portion of the exit opening (15) from a measurement signal of the skin presence sensor and to restrict emission of the radiation (13) to the covered portion of the exit opening (15), e.g. by modifying the control of a radiation beam manipulator (11), or by controlling radiation-blocking means, such as blinds, in the exit opening (15). The invention provides a more efficient and yet safe treatment device (1, 1?), since a larger exit opening (15) can be selected, while unwanted emission of radiation (13) through uncovered portions of the exit opening (15) is still prevented.

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: A method and apparatus are disclosed for improving bodily safety during exposure to an intense pulsed light source by diverging the light, such as with a diffuser. At a first position of the distal end of the light source the energy density of exit light from the distal end is substantially equal to the energy density of the light required for desired applications, such as effecting an aesthetic improvement without appearance of purpura or scarring, and at a second position of the distal end the radiance of the light emitted therefrom is significantly less than the radiance of the intense pulsed light. Eye safety is further enhanced by attaching at least one element of adjustable opacity to the handpiece of the light source, so that subcutaneously backscattered light may be absorbed by the at least one element.

Abstract: A system and method for phototherapy, including skin tanning, lupus phototherapy, teeth whitening, hair growth and psoriasis phototherapies are provided. The system (1) includes a chamber adapted for at least one type of phototherapy and at least one UV LED, at least one nanostructure UV light emitting device or a combination of UV LEDs and nanostructure light emitting devices.

Abstract: A solid-state laser emitting material for use in conjunction with a light source includes a polymer matrix functioning as host materials, containing laser dye of rhodamine 590 or rhodamine 610 as gain materials and nano-submicron particles as scatters therein. The lowest lasing threshold of the laser emitting material is approximately 5 mJ/cm2 for 585 nm emission and 2 mJ/cm2 for 630 nm emission.

Abstract: A tanning device is described that includes semiconductor light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as a light source, which LEDs are preferably composed of (InGa)N, (AlGa)N, (AlInGa)N or (AlInGa)P as their semiconductor material.

Abstract: A light therapy appliance comprises an electronic circuit including Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) configured to emit light at one or more different wavelengths. A hand held enclosure containing the electronic circuit includes a front lens that directs the multiple different colored lights to a top surface of skin. The light therapy appliance can be programmed for different skin conditions and may be used in conjunction with different topical ointments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a laser hair-loss treatment device. The laser hair-loss treatment device of the present invention comprises a cap provided in such a way as to cover the head of the user and comprises a laser assembly which is provided on the inside of the cap and which receives power and irradiates laser light under control by means of a controller.

Abstract: An extra-oral light therapy device comprises a support that registers against features of a patient's head. A light source is mounted to the support. The light source may comprise an array of light emitting diodes (“LEDs”). A controller controls the extra-oral light therapy device. The support may comprise a tray fitted to the patient's teeth or a head-set fitted to the patient's ears and the bridge of the patient's nose. An external light therapy device has a thin, molded substrate, at least one array of light emitters mounted onto the thin, molded substrate, an attaching means for removably attaching the device to an area of treatment, and a controller for controlling the external light therapy device. Methods for supporting light sources adjacent desired treatment locations and for treating jaw bone disorders and jaw osteonecrosis and biostimulating bone and soft tissue are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for light therapy, which is a method using light for treating diseases and/or maintaining the health of a living organism. The method comprises delivering a light modulated at a specific frequency and intensity for a specified duration to the whole body or a portion of the body of the living organism. Disclosed herein are different sequences of light therapy useful for assisting the recovery from e.g., disease, injury, or malfunction. The improvement in health of the living organism after each treatment is observed. If necessary to increase the improvement in health, the sequence of light may be repeated in one session (such as two back-to-back sequences of treatment in one sitting in one day), and/or the organism may be treated over a period of time, such as receiving the sequence of light every 3 to 5 days, etc., until improvement is observed, the health problem is resolved, or a sense of improved well being is experienced by the treated organism.

Abstract: A system for recapturing light emitted by a light source and converting that light into electrical current which can be used to power the same light source or other devices. An exemplary embodiment may use photovoltaic cells to recapture light from ceiling lights and convert it into a source of power for the ceiling light. Another embodiment may be a tanning bed that recaptures light using photovoltaic cells. Some embodiments may recapture light from multiple lighting fixtures. An exemplary embodiment may include a computer and battery for storing energy produced by the photovoltaic cells. Another exemplary embodiment is a method of recapturing light emitted by a light source and converting the light into energy which can be used to power electrical activities.

Abstract: A system and method for at least one of skin tanning and phototherapy are provided. The system includes a chamber adapted for at least one of skin tanning and phototherapy and a nanostructure UV light emitting device.

Abstract: In a first aspect, a therapy device is provided. The therapy device includes (1) a hyperbaric chamber adapted to expose at least a target tissue area of a patient to a hyperbaric environment; and (2) a light therapy device adapted to expose the target tissue area of the patient to one or more doses of light energy while the target tissue area is within the hyperbaric chamber. Numerous other aspects are provided.

Abstract: A lighting apparatus of facial includes a first silica gel layer, a control unit disposed on the first silica gel layer, a lighting module and a second silica gel layer. The lighting module is disposed on the first silica gel layer and includes a plurality of lighting units corresponding to purlieus between a forehead and a nose, a periphery of two eyes, cheeks and a periphery of a mouth of the first silica gel layer. The lighting units are coupled to the control unit. The second silica gel layer is combined with the first silica gel layer to package the control unit and the lighting module. Accordingly, the control unit controls the lighting units corresponding to the purlieus between the forehead and the nose, the periphery of the two eyes, the cheeks and the periphery of the mouth to generate pulsed light with desired wavelength.

Abstract: A lighting system includes a plurality of organic light emitting diode (OLED) devices. By selecting the plurality of OLED devices, or by selectively controlling the plurality of OLED devices, the color characteristics of the lighting system can be tuned. The lifespan of the lighting system can be improved.

Abstract: Apparatus is provided for treating an infested area (27) of a subject including a housing (20) and at least one heating element coupled to the housing (20). The hearing element is configured to emit light having an emission spectrum selected from the group consisting of: visible light and infrared light, which spectrum is better absorbed by an infestation selected from the group consisting of: lice, and lice eggs, and the tissue including at least one tissue selected from the group consisting of: skin of the subject, and hair of the subject. Other embodiment are also described.

Abstract: A method of photodynamically diagnosing or treating a contoured surface includes topically applying 5-aminolevulinic acid to the contoured surface and irradiating the contoured surface with substantially uniform intensity visible light from a plurality of light sources generally conforming to the contoured surface. The plurality of light sources may comprise fluorescent tubes.

Abstract: The current invention includes a device and method for the promotion and stimulation of hair growth using one or more light sources such as a diode laser, each light source operating in the infrared range at wavelengths in a range from about 2500 nm to about 10,000 nm and at a low wattage, collectively less than about 1000 mw, with the power level typically being in the region of 500 mw. A diode laser operating in this range will have a greater dispersion rate than heretofore, thus requiring fewer diodes to cover the same area of scalp with less power required per diode laser.

Abstract: A phototherapy light cap is a flexible, generally hemispherical cap having a light source to supply suitable dosage requirements of current and future light therapies. The phototherapy light cap may also include a rechargeable battery source, a light source or an array of light sources, a light diffuser and an interface to a recharging source that may be a docking station. A phototherapy light cap may alternatively be an insert for any commercial head dressing, preferably adapted for convenient recharging. Combining the use of a phototherapy light cap with gelatinized therapeutic agents provides a suitable treatment technique for a scalp utilizing phototherapy, heat and any suitable combination of active ingredients such as minoxidil.

Abstract: A laser handpiece is disclosed, including a fiber optic end having a non-cylindrical shape and further including a reflector surrounding a portion of the fiber optic end. The reflector is shaped to direct laser energy emitted from the fiber optic end in a direction away from the laser handpiece and toward a treatment site.

Abstract: The present invention involves a light system for stimulating or regulating neuroendocrine, circadian, and photoneural systems in mammals based upon the discovery of peak sensitivity ranging from 425-505 nm; a light meter system for quantifying light which stimulates or regulates mammalian circadian, photoneural, and neuroendocrine systems. The present invention also relates to translucent and transparent materials, and lamps or other light sources with or without filters capable of stimulating or regulating neuroendocrine, circadian, and photoneural systems in mammals. Additionally, the present invention involves treatment of mammals with a wide variety of disorders or deficits, including light responsive disorders, eating disorders, menstrual cycle disorders, non-specific alerting and performance deficits, hormone-sensitive cancers, and cardiovascular disorders.

Abstract: The invention relates to a compact, comfortably wearable system (1) comprising a plaster (2) and a radiation device (3) in a stacked position on top of the plaster. The radiation device (3) comprises a light-guide (9) which is optically connected and edge-lit by a radiation source (10). The radiation source (10) is electrically connected to an energy source (11), which is stacked on top of the light-guide 9. A reflector (12) is provided to reflect radiation in the direction of a target area (6). Due to total internal reflection (TIR) inside the light-guide (9) and multiple reflections a spreading is obtained of each of the radiation rays (15) generated by the radiation source (10), which results in the target area to be evenly irradiated.

Abstract: A therapy apparatus for treating a patient's brain is provided. The therapy apparatus includes a light source having an output emission area positioned to irradiate a portion of the brain with an efficacious power density and wavelength of light. The therapy apparatus further includes an element interposed between the light source and the patient's scalp. The element is adapted to inhibit temperature increases at the scalp caused by the light.

Abstract: A hair removal device (22) includes a cooling surface (34) which is used to contact the skin (6) prior to exposure to hair tissue-damaging laser light (74) passing from a radiation source (36) through a recessed window (46). The window is laterally offset from the cooling surface and is spaced apart from the cooling surface in a direction away from the patient's skin to create a gap between the window and the skin. The window preferably includes both an inner window (46) and an outer, user-replaceable window (48). The laser-pulse duration is preferably selected according to the general diameter of the hair.

Abstract: A personal therapy compartment includes a base of size to receive a human patient. The compartment includes a bed in the base said bed being made of a light transmissive material. An array of lights mounted is below the bed to transmit light onto a body supported on the bed. A control panel controls at least the wavelength, intensity and pulsation of the light.

Abstract: An optical hair removing device includes a light emitting unit for emitting a light and an irradiation unit for irradiating the light emitted from the light emitting unit to body hairs on a skin. Further, the optical hair removing device includes a control unit for controlling the light emission unit. The irradiation unit has a movement detection unit for detecting a movement of the irradiation unit on a skin and a contact detection unit for detecting a contact between the irradiation unit and the skin.

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 convertible lamp array device comprising a spine member and a first and second side panels rotatably connected to the spine member. The spine member and the first and second side panels have at least one source of light connected thereto. The first side panel and the second side panel can be rotated relative to the spine member into an open position to allow the sources of light emit light towards a target area. The first side panel and the second side panel can be rotated in a second direction relative to the spine member to arrange the device in a closed position for storage of the device. The device is free standing in the open position to allow the device to be used without any external support.

Abstract: Phototherapy apparatus, incorporating interconnected radiation sources, such as diode laser cluster radiation devices, and method for bone healing, bone growth stimulation, and bone cartilage regeneration are disclosed. The method consists of applying the said radiation cluster apparatus conformally around the desired area of the bone to be treated and providing irradiation at appropriate wavelengths and power densities for a selected period of time to the said area of the bone structure to be treated. The apparatus incorporates a sufficient number of the diode laser cluster devices, or other appropriate light sources, which are adapted to be placed inside an appropriate brace (e.g., ankle brace or knee brace), or are embedded inside a reconfigurable foam, or are embedded inside deformable gel material, or are embedded within the cast, which facilitate radially-positioned sources for irradiation of the area to be treated.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to apparatus for transcutaneous photodynamic therapy (“PDT”) of a target tissue or compositions in a mammalian subject, which includes a light source that is external to the subject and is selected from among one or a plurality of laser diodes; light emitting diodes; electroluminescent light source; incandescent light sources; cold cathode fluorescent light sources; organic polymer light sources; or inorganic light sources, where the light source is adapted to direct the light in a direction lengthwise and parallel to a vessel wall comprising the lesion.

Abstract: A system that provides multiple therapies to a given area of the body of an animal, the system includes a pad for use against the area of the body. The system includes at least one light source, at least one electrical impulse source, and a control module for controlling the frequency of light emitted from the light source and the frequency of the electrical impulses created by the electrical impulse source. The light source provides light-therapy to areas of the body under the pad.

Abstract: An infant phototherapy device comprises a housing assembly, a light source carried by the housing assembly, and a panel mode assembly including a panel mode adaptor arranged to be detachably connected with the housing assembly. The panel mode assembly further comprises an elongated flexible light pipe and a light emitting panel, the light pipe providing light communication between the light source and the light emitting panel, so that when the panel mode adaptor is connected with the housing assembly, light emitted by the light source is transmitted through the light pipe to the light emitting panel. A suspension structure is arranged to suspend the housing assembly, wherein when the panel mode adaptor is disconnected from the housing assembly and the housing assembly is suspended from the suspension structure, light emitted from the housing can be projected onto a patient.

Abstract: A therapeutic apparatus, comprising a base and a container supported by the base, the container being hollow, elongate, with angles comprised between 30 and 60 degrees, the container comprising a front part that slides relative to a rear part on rails, the container being made of stainless steel and wood; in which a user lies to be submitted to heat diffused by radiant strips, the head of the user remaining out of the container and isolated from the rest of the body by a removable flap mounted on the front part of the container.

Abstract: Body cover, comprising a substrate, for covering at least part of a human body, and at least one electroluminescent source coupled to the substrate, for illuminating at least a part of the body, wherein the cover is configured to at least partly surround at least a part of the body and/or a body support. Method for radiating at least part of a human body, especially in the treatment of jaundice and/or crigler najjar, comprising covering at least part of the body and/or a body support with a cover with at least one electroluminescent source and emitting light from the electroluminescent source to at least part of the body.

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: Indoor tanning, especially in commercial establishments which provide tanning beds, has been a very popular endeavour for the last few decades, particularly in view of concerns for exposure to natural sunlight and ultra-violet (UV) light. The invention relates to an improved tanning apparatus, having multiple light sources (6a, 6b), filtering means (8a, 8b) and reflecting means (9a, 9b).

Abstract: In a preferred embodiment the present invention provides a tanning system with base unit and canopy unit mounted to define a gap for a person to be tanned. The canopy unit defines a facial area to be before the person's face. The facial area provides ultraviolet illumination coupled with illumination in the visible light and/or infrared light spectrums. In one embodiment, the system includes one or more facial tanners and one or more skin rejuvenation portions mounted in the facial area. Preferably, the facial area includes one skin rejuvenation portion mounted in the center of the facial area before the person with a face to be tanned and two facial tanners mounted laterally beside the skin rejuvenation portion within the facial area.

Abstract: A tanning booth comprises a housing with upright walls having an inner reflective surface surrounding a hollow interior. A plurality of high strength tanning bulbs arranged to emit ultraviolet light are supported circumferentially about the hollow interior adjacent a top end of the upright walls and oriented to direct the ultraviolet light downwardly and inwardly into the hollow interior of the housing. This configuration of bulbs with reflective walls permits even distribution of ultraviolet light for even tanning, for example even when the user is performing exercise on an exercise machine within the hollow interior. A source of concentrated oxygen can be arranged to be breathable by a user located in the hollow interior of the housing for additional benefits to the user.

Abstract: A prosthetic device for optical control of target cells comprises a set of light sources, hardware for guiding light to the target cells, supporting hardware that holds members of the set of light sources with respect to each other and the target cells, control circuitry for controlling the set of light sources, and power circuitry that provides power to the set of light sources and the control circuitry. The device may be wearable or implantable, and may be remotely powered or employ wireless communication. The supporting hardware may comprise implantable hypodermics or cannulas, or a plate or scaffold. The set of light sources may be assembled into an array.

Abstract: A body tanning device, comprising: a chassis for support on the floor and/or on a wall; a supporting frame for a tanning ray source, which has a large opening for the exit of the tanning rays, the frame being pivoted to the chassis in order to assume at least two stable positions: a first position for use, which is substantially horizontal, and a second substantially vertical position for nonuse; elements for moving and supporting the frame from the first stable position to the second stable position and vice versa; a retractable covering, substantially of the fold-away type, for the tanning ray source, the covering being associated with the frame.

Abstract: A tanning bed or booth including means for generating video images connected to a monitor for displaying video images. The monitor is positioned within an opening through a cover, door or a housing for the bed or booth.

Abstract: An apparatus for delivering phototherapy includes at least one substrate, at least one emitter mounted on the substrate, and which emits at least two peak wavelengths of light, and an electronic circuit that controls emitter timing. The apparatus is configured as a dressing. A corresponding method includes delivering a first pulse of light to the target tissue from the emitter with a peak wavelength of light, and delivering at least a second pulse of light having a peak wavelength of light that is different from the peak wavelength of the first pulse of light, and the steps define a method of delivering a series of pulse sets of light, and the first and second pulses of light define a pulse set of light. Also disclosed are modular phototherapy units, control of timing of phototherapy by a perfusion detector, and use of long wavelength light for hyperbilirubinemia.

Abstract: A portable electronic device comprises illuminating unit (300) configured to illuminate extrapupillarily the skin covering a user's eye cavity with optical radiation, thus resulting in diffuse propagation of optical radiation energy to an optically sensitive tissue of the user's eye, and adapting unit (500, 510, 520, 530, 550, 560) for adapting the illuminating unit (300) to the user's head.

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: Ultraviolet light is applied to an animal's blood while that blood remains in the body. The UV light is applied sublingually or directly to the blood. One of more light guides is used in connection with a bridle to help directed the ends of the light guide under the animal's tongue.

Abstract: A light treatment head which incorporates an array of light sources, a flexible power distribution panel, a plurality of heat sink bodies closely associated with the light sources, and a flexible housing enclosing the light sources, the distribution panel and the heat sink bodies.

Abstract: An eye-fixation device is provided having an eyecup and a source of light within the eyecup. The device can further include an eyecup fixation element, a power supply, and electric, fiber-optic or chemical light sources. A control circuit can cyclically vary the intensity of the light produced by the electric light source. In a method of using the device to reduce motion of an eye during a medical procedure, an eye is selected for treatment and an eyecup is placed over the eye that is not being treated. Light is then introduced into the eyecup.

Abstract: A bandage with a built in ultraviolet LED that sanitizes the bandage. In the preferred embodiment the LED and battery combination will have a designed lifetime based on the designated shelf life of the bandage. In the preferred embodiment the bandage would be disposed of after use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shower device which is combined with a tanning device, comprising: one or more walls; water supply means which are arranged on one of the 5 walls; and a tanning device which is arranged in a wall and comprises at least one UV lamp, characterized in that the at least one UV lamp is a high-pressure UV lamp.