METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR NON-THERMAL NAIL, FOOT, AND HAND FUNGUS TREATMENT

摘要

A method and device for treating an infection of the nail or nail bed and adjacent tissues through non-thermal means is described. The device illuminates an area with light in the near-infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum. Preferably, light having wavelengths of from about 870 nm to about 930 nm will be used. Further, the device includes light emitting diodes that are capable of emitting ultraviolet light. These lights are intended to provide a sterile environment for a user using the apparatus.

主权项

1. A treatment device for treating a nail, nail bed, and surrounding tissue, the treatment device comprising:
a power source; at least one light emitting diode operatively connected to said power source,
wherein said at least one light emitting diode emits light at wavelengths of about 870 nm to about 930 nm; and a chamber, having an inner and outer surface, and a digit-receiving area,
wherein said digit-receiving area has at least a bottom surface,wherein at least one light emitting diode is affixed to said chamber's inner surface, in an orientation allowing for the at least one light emitting diode to illuminate the digit-receiving area when desired.