BIEL Patent 20140249355
FIG. 1 illustrates an implementation of a therapeutic electromagnetic device 26. A control circuit chip 18 may provide the functionality for the therapeutic electromagnetic device to operate. An implementation of a control chip 18 is disclosed in association with the description of FIG. 3 and includes a radio frequency (RF) generator. A power source 10 coupled directly or indirectly to the control chip may be used to power the therapeutic electromagnetic device. The power source may include a battery, photovoltaic cell or an electro-chemical cell. An activator 12 is used to activate the device. The activator may include a switch that is a single-use or multiple use type and may be momentary or alternate-action. Actuation of the activator may be accomplished in various ways including by use of pressure, light or electronic signal either remotely or proximately. An antenna 16 is used to emit electromagnetic radiation and a deflector shield 14 may be used to deflect the electromagnetic radiation to the bodily tissue. In an implementation, the antenna 16 and/or deflector 14 may be tuned for electromagnetic energy in the frequency range of 27±0.5 Mhz. The therapeutic electromagnetic device also may include a tuning coil 20 which may be used to match the impedance of the antenna 16 to the RF signal generator within the control circuit chip 18. A circuit board 22 may be used to mount the elements of the device and, in some cases, provide coupling between the elements of the device. The circuit board may be comprised of a rigid or flexible material. The assembled device weighs less than 12 grams.
