Photobiomodulation Therapy System with Coupled Light Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current photobiomodulation therapy devices are too small to treat large areas effectively, requiring multiple sessions for comprehensive treatment.
Innovation Solution
A communicatively coupled light therapy system comprising multiple devices that can be wirelessly or wiredly connected, allowing for expanded treatment areas by coordinating the operation of multiple light therapy devices to function as a single cohesive system, enabling simultaneous treatment of larger areas in fewer sessions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If a single photobiomodulation therapy device is used, then the device structure remains simple and easy to operate, but the treatment area is limited and requires multiple sessions
Solution Approach 1:
The system divides the treatment function into multiple independent light therapy devices, each capable of operating autonomously or in coordination with others. This segmentation allows the treatment area to be expanded by adding more devices without requiring complete system redesign, thus resolving the contradiction between treatment area and system complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple light therapy devices are merged into a coordinated system through communication modules that enable them to work together as a unified treatment platform. The devices share control functions and can be synchronized to treat multiple areas simultaneously, achieving expanded treatment coverage while maintaining manageable system complexity through modular architecture.
2Productivity
If multiple photobiomodulation therapy devices are used to treat large areas, then the treatment area coverage is improved, but the device coordination and control complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Each light therapy device in the system is designed with universal functionality, capable of operating independently or as part of a coordinated system. The communication modules enable devices to perform multiple roles - either as standalone units or as synchronized components, thus improving treatment efficiency without proportionally increasing coordination complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The devices incorporate self-service capabilities through autonomous operation modes where each device can function independently without requiring constant coordination with other devices. This self-service feature reduces the overall system coordination complexity while still enabling efficient multi-area treatment when devices are deployed in networks.
3Loss of time
If multiple photobiomodulation therapy devices operate independently, then each device remains simple to control, but the number of treatment sessions required increases
Solution Approach 1:
The communication modules establish feedback loops between devices, allowing them to exchange operational status and treatment progress information. This feedback mechanism enables coordinated scheduling and synchronization of treatment sessions, reducing the total treatment time required while maintaining ease of operation through automated coordination rather than manual intervention.
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
The system allows for efficient treatment of larger areas with reduced treatment time and number of sessions, facilitating broader application of photobiomodulation therapy by enabling multiple devices to operate in unison under a single control mode.
Implementation Method 1
a first plurality of lights arranged and configured to emit at least one of red light and near infrared light
Data Source
AI summary
Photobiomodulation therapy systems provide a highly effective way to treat many common ailments to the human body. Many embodiments described herein enable two or more light therapy devices to be communicatively coupled together in various ways. In some embodiments, the light therapy system includes a first light device and a second light device arranged and configured to be communicatively coupled to the first light device. Each of the light devices may include a housing, a communication module, and a plurality of lights arranged and configured to emit at least one of red light and near infrared light.