APPARATUS FOR DELIVERING LIGHT TO A PATIENT

摘要

2148130 9409851 PCTABS00032 The present invention is an apparatus for producing and delivering high-intensity light to the eyes of a subject to modify the subject's circadian phase. The apparatus includes a support means (10) for positioning the apparatus above the eyes of the subject, a light generating means (14) for producing a cool, high-intensity light which is radiated to the eyes of the subject, and a power source (16) coupled to the apparatus for supplying power to the light generating means (14). The support means (10) of the invention is preferably a visor which does not obstruct the subject's vision when positioned on the head.