A device is provided, in direct skin contact, surrounding an injured area
for the light and heat treatment, reduction of joint inflammation, edema
and excitation of neural and muscular stimulation associated with human
and mammal tissues. This therapeutic light and heat source includes
multiple tiers or layers, e.g., three or four layers and a multiplicity
of light emitting diodes (LED's) found in the ranges of 250 nm to 20,000
nm and fiber optic connections. A neoprene type material or other
non-allergenic material will be used to set the LED's and fiber optics in
layers consisting of contact with the skin to a few centimeters from the
skin tissue. (Distance between the layers of LED's will vary from contact
or near contact with devices to several millimeters of separation.) Each
LED array will be independently controlled allowing for optimal
modulation of light frequencies and wavelengths. Technology will be
integrated allowing for biomedical feedback of tissue temperature,
biochemical changes in tissue and other statistical information. A low
voltage, portable power supply, will be integrated into the device as
well as an analog/digital, input/output connection device. The design
will be created for continuous wear, flexibility and comfort. The tiers
or layers can be individually programmed to turn "on" or "off" as
required by the physiologic condition to be treated. A device for light
and heat treatment is contemplated using polarized film or a light guide
accepting white light.
