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US 2019/0160304 A1Published application
Compositions and methods for treating and preventing chronic pain
AssigneeArizona Board of Regents on Behalf of the University of Arizona
InventorMohab M. Ibrahim
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Abstract
Provided herein are compositions and methods for managing and minimizing chronic pain. In particular, provided herein are systems and methods for managing and minimizing chronic pain with light therapy.
Claims21
1-30. (canceled)
A method of treating pain, comprising:
- administering blue or green spectrum light to the retina of a subject exhibiting pain under conditions such that said subject's pain is reduced or eliminated,
- wherein the blue or green spectrum light is of a wavelength between approximately 450-570 nm,
- wherein said administration comprises contacting the eye of said subject with a material that allows light between approximately 450-570 nm to enter the retina of said subject.
A kit or system, comprising:
- a) a light box, wherein said light box is configured to emit light of approximately 450-570 nm;
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- b) an opioid or non-opioid pain relief medication.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.