Neuro-Adaptive Photobiomodulation Therapy System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A wearable photobiomodulation therapy system that integrates brain-computer interfaces, artificial intelligence, and machine learning algorithms to provide personalized, real-time treatment protocols for neurological disorders and other conditions.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent application for photobiomodulation therapy garments demonstrated the potential for near-infrared light to treat various disorders. However, these early systems were limited by their fixed dosimetry and lack of real-time feedback. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by incorporating advanced technologies to create a more sophisticated, adaptive, and effective treatment system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The Neuro-Adaptive Photobiomodulation Therapy System consists of a wearable garment or device that incorporates multiple near-infrared light sources, sensors, and a brain-computer interface. The system utilizes artificial intelligence-driven algorithms to analyze real-time neural activity feedback and adjust near-infrared light dosimetry accordingly. This ensures optimal treatment efficacy and minimizes potential side effects. The system can also integrate machine learning algorithms to predict and adapt to individual user responses, further enhancing treatment outcomes. Additionally, the system can be configured to administer simultaneous, multi-wavelength near-infrared light therapy, where each wavelength is optimized for a specific biological effect.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new inventive concept's integration of brain-computer interfaces, artificial intelligence, and machine learning algorithms represents a significant departure from the original patent's fixed dosimetry and lack of real-time feedback. The Neuro-Adaptive Photobiomodulation Therapy System's ability to adapt to individual user responses and provide personalized treatment protocols is a substantial improvement over existing photobiomodulation therapy systems.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the Neuro-Adaptive Photobiomodulation Therapy System could include variations in the type and number of near-infrared light sources, sensors, and brain-computer interfaces used. Additionally, the system could be adapted for use in different treatment settings, such as clinical or home-based care, and could be integrated with other therapeutic modalities, such as electrical stimulation or cognitive training.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The Neuro-Adaptive Photobiomodulation Therapy System has significant commercial potential in the treatment of neurological disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and depression. The system could also be applied to other conditions, such as chronic pain, inflammation, and wound healing. The market for photobiomodulation therapy devices is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, driven by increasing awareness of the technology's potential benefits and the need for more effective treatment options.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Biomedical engineering, specifically photobiomodulation therapy devices and neural interface technologies, requiring advanced knowledge of light-based medical treatments, neurotechnology, and wearable medical device design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A biomedical engineer or medical device designer with expertise in near-infrared light therapy, neural interfaces, and adaptive medical technologies, holding advanced degrees in bioengineering or related fields with experience in medical device development
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill in the art would recognize that integrating brain-computer interfaces and artificial intelligence with existing photobiomodulation therapy technologies represents a predictable extension of known medical device design principles. The source patent's foundational photobiomodulation garment provides a clear technological framework that a skilled practitioner would naturally seek to enhance through advanced sensing and adaptive technologies. The PTD's variations represent logical technological progressions that combine well-understood techniques in neural monitoring, machine learning, and personalized medical treatment.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,800 |
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| Title | Photobiomodulation therapy garment, methods and uses |
| Assignee(s) | Niraxx, Inc. |