Flexible LED Matrix for Cavity Light Penetration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current light therapy devices for wound healing are bulky, expensive, and ineffective for treating wounds within body cavities such as the oral, aural, nasal, vaginal, and anal areas due to limited penetration of light.
Innovation Solution
Portable, rechargeable LED devices emitting light in the 600-700 nm range, pulsed at Nogier frequencies, designed to be wearable and capable of diffusing light within cavities using flexible silicone components and optical guides for targeted tissue exposure.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional LED beds or hand-held devices are used for wound healing, then light therapy can be provided, but the devices are bulky and expensive
Solution Approach 1:
The invention divides the light therapy function into multiple small LED units distributed across a flexible matrix, allowing the device to be segmented into manageable sections that can conform to body cavities while reducing overall device bulk compared to traditional LED beds
Solution Approach 2:
The device uses a flexible matrix board with thin-profile LED units that can be bent and contoured to fit within body cavities, eliminating the need for bulky rigid structures while maintaining light therapy effectiveness
2Reliability
If traditional LED beds are used for treating body cavities, then light can be provided, but light penetration is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The invention transitions from external light sources to internal placement by inserting the flexible LED matrix directly into body cavities, changing the spatial dimension of light delivery from outside-to-inside penetration to internal direct illumination, thereby significantly improving light penetration effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The flexible matrix board allows the device to conform to the specific geometry of body cavities, ensuring close contact with tissue surfaces and maximizing light penetration effectiveness in difficult-to-reach areas
3Duration of action of stationary object
If constant light sources are used for wound healing, then continuous therapy is provided, but pulse frequency control is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The controller is designed to dynamically adjust the pulse frequency of LED units based on real-time feedback from sensors detecting tissue response, allowing the system to adapt pulse parameters to individual patient needs while maintaining continuous therapy capability
Solution Approach 2:
The device incorporates sensors that monitor tissue response to light therapy and feed this information back to the controller, enabling automatic adjustment of pulse frequency and intensity to optimize healing effectiveness while maintaining continuous treatment
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
These devices provide efficient wound healing and pain reduction by effectively penetrating and treating wounds within cavities, offering a drug-free, cordless, and wireless solution with enhanced tissue repair rates compared to traditional methods.
Implementation Method 1
Light emitting diodes (LEDs) that emit light in the red wavelength (around 630 nm-700 nm) have been shown to decrease pain, aid in wound healing, and increase skin rejuvenation
Implementation Method 2
Light, especially light in the red and near-infrared range has been shown to have the ability to penetrate skin layers and energize fibroblast cells to produce collagen and elastin
Implementation Method 3
red light has been shown to increase release of ATP, an important source of energy, which thereby aids in activity performance
Data Source
AI summary
A light-emitting diode (LED) therapy device and method of use is provided that increases healing of tissues by targeting damaged tissue at a predetermined wavelength and pulsed at a predetermined frequency. The device includes a housing and a light radiation module enclosed within the housing. The light radiation module includes an LED, a controller unit connected to the LED to control wavelength and pulsed frequency of the LED, and a rechargeable power source. The device also includes a light-diffusing member connected to the housing designed to diffuse light emitted from the LED to damaged tissue in a human cavity. Light in the red or near infrared range and pulsed at a Nogier frequency increases the effectiveness of the LED device to stimulate healing of damaged tissues. Particular devices include incorporation into a pacifier for healing an infant's gums, or nasal, auditory, vaginal, or anal cavities and adults or children.