Wearable LED-Laser Pain Therapy for Photo-Biochemical Reactions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing pain treatment technologies do not effectively induce multiple photo-biochemical reactions using LED and low-level laser light for comprehensive pain relief and tissue regeneration.
Innovation Solution
A body-wearable apparatus that incorporates LED and low-level laser light sources with specific wavelength ranges to induce photo-biochemical reactions such as cell activation, regeneration, blood flow improvement, vasodilation, and nerve stimulation, along with optional ultrasonic energy for deep and superficial muscle treatment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple light sources (LED and laser) are combined for comprehensive photo-biochemical treatment, then treatment effectiveness and versatility are improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple light sources (blue LED at 440-460nm and red LED at 630-680nm) with low-level laser components into a single integrated wearable device. This merging allows simultaneous delivery of different wavelengths for complementary photo-biochemical effects while consolidating control circuits, power management, and housing into one unified device structure, thereby achieving treatment versatility without proportionally increasing overall device complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The device is designed to perform multiple therapeutic functions using different light wavelengths: blue LED for nitric oxide generation and pain factor suppression, red LED for cell activation and regeneration, and low-level laser for deep tissue penetration and inflammation reduction. This multi-functionality is achieved through a single wearable apparatus that can be applied to various pain conditions and tissue types, making the device universally applicable for comprehensive pain management
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple wavelengths of light are used for different photo-biochemical reactions, then treatment comprehensiveness is improved, but energy consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device employs intermittent illumination modes where different light sources (blue LED, red LED, low-level laser) are activated in alternating sequences or pulsed patterns rather than continuous operation. This periodic action allows multiple photo-biochemical reactions to occur over time while reducing peak power demands and average energy consumption, as not all light sources need to operate simultaneously at full intensity
Solution Approach 2:
The device utilizes different wavelength parameters (blue 440-460nm, red 630-680nm, and laser wavelengths) that are optimized for specific photo-biochemical reactions. By selecting appropriate wavelengths for specific therapeutic goals and using intermittent activation, the system achieves comprehensive treatment effects while managing energy consumption through parameter optimization rather than continuous high-power operation of all sources
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 apparatus achieves simultaneous or alternate photo-biochemical reactions to relieve pain, promote healing, and enhance blood flow by using LED and laser light, with optional ultrasonic energy for targeted muscle treatment, providing effective and customizable pain management.
Implementation Method 1
a first light irradiating portion electrically connected to the circuit board and configured to irradiate blue light-emitting diode (LED) light through the transmission holes of the body portion
Implementation Method 2
a second light irradiating portion electrically connected to the circuit board and configured to irradiate low-level laser light through the transmission holes of the body portion
Implementation Method 3
an ultrasonic element provided in the body portion and controlled to simultaneously or alternately generate at least one ultrasonic energy of 1 MHz and 3 MHz toward a body
Data Source
AI summary
Disclosed is a body-wearable apparatus for treating pain by a principle of complex photo-biochemical actions. According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided the body-wearable apparatus for treating pain by a principle of complex photo-biochemical actions including a body portion in which a plurality of transmission holes are formed so that light is transmitted therethrough, a circuit board disposed inside the body portion, a built-in battery disposed inside the body portion, a first light irradiating portion electrically connected to the circuit board and configured to irradiate blue light-emitting diode (LED) light through the transmission holes of the body portion, and a second light irradiating portion electrically connected to the circuit board and configured to irradiate low-level laser light through the transmission holes of the body portion, wherein each of the first and second light irradiating portions is provided to cause at least two or more photo-biochemical reactions among cell activation, cell regeneration, cell division, blood flow improvement, vasodilation, cell degradation, and nerve stimulation on tissue in a body part to be treated through simultaneous or alternate light output.