Lighting the Way for Quicker, Safer Healing

About this technology

Overview

Based on red light-emitting diode (LED) technology that grows plants in space, the WARP 10 (Warfighter Accelerated Recovery by Photobiomodulation) is a high-intensity, hand-held, portable LED unit intended for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, arthritis, stiffness, and muscle spasms. It also promotes relaxation of muscle tissue and increases local blood circulation. The WARP 10 does not require intravenous medicine; instead, the unit can be placed directly on the skin where treatment is to occur. It was designed to aid armed forces personnel on the front lines with immediate first aid care for minor injuries and pain, thereby improving endurance in combat. The soldier self care" device produces 80 times more photon energy than a 250-Watt heat lamp, yet it remains cool to the touch. The power advantage reduces the time required for each therapeutic dose and provides for faster multi-dose exposures when needed, without the harmful effects of ultraviolet solar radiation. The U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Navy are currently issuing WARP 10 to crews on submarines and Special Forces operations. Quantum Devices Inc. has introduced an FDA-approved consumer version sharing the same power and properties of the military model as an alternative to the cost and complications associated with overuse of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for persistent pain relief.