A61N2005/0654

Method and apparatus for managing photophobia and migraine photophobia

Apparatus and methods for producing narrow-band radiation in the green region of the visible spectrum are described. The narrow-band radiation may be used to aid subjects experiencing photophobia. In some cases, subjects may experience a reduction in pain (e.g., migraine photophobia) when using the narrow-band radiation.

Tip for multiple beam tissue therapy
11484361 · 2022-11-01 ·

The invention provides a tip that permits therapeutic electromagnetic energy systems to deliver multiple beams of overlapping, partially overlapping, and non-overlapping electromagnetic energy in the treatment of tissue disorders and conditions. The tip finds use with laser systems, intense pulsed light systems, LED systems, radiofrequency systems, and microwave systems.

Phototherapy for domesticated animals method and apparatus

A method and apparatus to provide phototherapy to companion animals. The apparatus includes at least one light source configured to flood illuminate inside a housing, a housing sized to surround at least one companion animal, and a control system to adjust the light flux and light duration of the at least one light source. The method includes providing said apparatus and flood illuminating at least one companion animal with a clinically significant light flux and light duration.

Apparatus, method, and system for selectively effecting and/or killing bacteria

Certain exemplary embodiments can provide an apparatus and method for generating at least one radiation. The exemplary apparatus and/or method can selectively kill and/or affect at least one bacteria. For example, a radiation source first arrangement can be provided which is configured to generate at least one radiation having one or more wavelengths provided in a range of about 190 nanometers (nm) to about 230 nm, and at least one second arrangement can be provided which is configured to prevent the at least one radiation from having any wavelength that is outside of the range.

POLARIZED FLUORESCENT LIGHT THERAPY SYSTEM AND METHOD

The present disclosure generally relates to fluorescent light energy system and to methods of using such systems in the modulation of inflammatory response, in particular in inflammatory response associated with healing, and for modulation of a treatment regimen for promoting healing of a wound or a condition of the skin and/or soft tissue.

Multifactorial dry eye treatment method
11464673 · 2022-10-11 ·

The present embodiments relate to a method of treating dry eyes. The method includes a plurality of visits to an eye doctor with each even numbered visit focused on a first eye and each odd numbered visit focused on a second eye. The plurality of visits comprises use of intense pulsed light (“IPL”) therapy, low level light therapy, an ocular nebulizer, dehydrated amniotic membranes, biologic eye drops, advanced lubricants, eyelid debridement, meibomian gland imaging and a slit lamp.

Apparatus, method, and system for selectively effecting and/or killing bacteria

Certain exemplary embodiments can provide an apparatus and method for generating at least one radiation. The exemplary apparatus and/or method can selectively kill and/or affect at least one bacteria. For example, a radiation source first arrangement can be provided which is configured to generate at least one radiation having one or more wavelengths provided in a range of about 190 nanometers (nm) to about 230 nm, and at least one second arrangement can be provided which is configured to prevent the at least one radiation from having any wavelength that is outside of the range.

METHOD OF CORRECTING INGROWN FINGERNAIL OR TOENAIL
20220314020 · 2022-10-06 ·

A method of correcting an ingrown fingernail or toenail, and more particularly, to a method of correcting an ingrown fingernail or toenail to correct the ingrown fingernail or toenail using a force when the adhesive composition is upwardly curved and cured, by applying an adhesive composition and irradiating ultraviolet and visible rays on the ingrown fingernail or toenail.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TREATMENT OF PULMONARY INFLAMMATION
20230149737 · 2023-05-18 ·

The present disclosure includes a method of using energy, particularly photonic energy, to promote the anti-inflammatory effect and the process of biological alteration to restore the normal function of the lungs of infected patients without the need of invasive means or use of chemical compositions. The disclosed apparatus and process disclosed herein treats respiratory and other viral infections as well as inflammation through the application of photonic energy into the human body. To accomplish this goal in an efficient and cost effective manner, a wearable unit is disclosed herein that contains a photonic energy source that can be coupled or worn on a human body in order to transmit photonic energy into a selected area of the body.

Oral Treatment Device and Related Methods
20230149141 · 2023-05-18 · ·

An oral treatment device and a method of using the same. The oral treatment device includes an intraoral mouthpiece configured for placement into a mouth of a user, which includes a lamp having a top edge and a bottom edge, a plurality of first electromagnetic radiation emitting elements that emit light in a first wavelength when activated, and a plurality of second electromagnetic radiation emitting elements that emit light in a second wavelength when activated. The first electromagnetic radiation emitting elements are positioned along the lamp to emit light onto the user's teeth and the second electromagnetic radiation emitting elements are positioned along the lamp to emit light onto the user's teeth.