Enhanced Photobiomodulation Therapy Garment with Integrated Controls and Feedback

Publication ID: 24-11857800_0001_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Direct Improvements & Enhancements

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Enhanced Photobiomodulation Therapy Garment with Integrated Controls and Feedback,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857800_0001_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857800_0001_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,800.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

An advanced photobiomodulation therapy garment with integrated temperature control, real-time feedback, adjustable light intensity, and user authentication, providing a safer, more efficient, and personalized treatment experience.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent application disclosed a photobiomodulation therapy garment with near-infrared light sources. However, the existing design lacks temperature control, real-time feedback, adjustable light intensity, and user authentication, which can lead to ineffective or even harmful treatments. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating advanced features to ensure a safe, efficient, and personalized treatment experience.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The enhanced photobiomodulation therapy garment comprises a garment configured to be donned by a user atop a skin surface, a temperature control system configured to maintain a predetermined skin temperature during photobiomodulation therapy, a photobiomodulation unit configured to emit near-infrared light, a sensor configured to detect changes in a user's skin condition and provide real-time feedback to a controller, a light intensity adjustment mechanism configured to adjust the intensity of near-infrared light emitted by the photobiomodulation unit, and a user authentication system configured to verify the user's identity before administering photobiomodulation therapy. The garment is designed to optimize photobiomodulation therapy by detecting a user's skin type and adjusting the wavelength and intensity of near-infrared light accordingly.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces the integration of temperature control, real-time feedback, adjustable light intensity, and user authentication, which are not present in the original patent. These features provide a significant improvement in safety, efficiency, and personalization of photobiomodulation therapy, making the new concept novel and non-obvious compared to the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include varying the type of temperature control system, sensor, or light intensity adjustment mechanism used. Additionally, the garment could be designed for specific skin conditions or diseases, or integrated with other health monitoring systems.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The enhanced photobiomodulation therapy garment has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the fields of dermatology, physical therapy, and pain management. The market for photobiomodulation therapy is growing rapidly, and this new concept is poised to capture a significant share of the market due to its advanced features and improved treatment outcomes.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,800
TitlePhotobiomodulation therapy garment, methods and uses
Assignee(s)Niraxx, Inc.