Low level light therapy for enhancement of neurologic function by altering axonal transport rate
US9993659B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 16, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N2005/0659
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods of altering the rate of axonal transport are provided in several embodiments. Some embodiments alter axonal transport in a patient in need of an enhancement of axonal transport to alleviate symptoms of a disease or injury. The methods further include delivering electromagnetic radiation to at least one portion of the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nervous system of a patient sufficient to effect an alteration in axonal transport in the patient.
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