K211186 · Erchonia Corporation · NHN · Oct 22, 2021 · Physical Medicine
Device Facts
Record ID
K211186
Device Name
Erchonia XLR8
Applicant
Erchonia Corporation
Product Code
NHN · Physical Medicine
Decision Date
Oct 22, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 890.5500
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Erchonia® XLR8 is generally indicated: a. as adjunctive use in providing temporary relief of minor chronic neck and shoulder pain of musculoskeletal origin b. as an adjunct to liposuction procedures of the thighs, hips and stomach for reduction of pain associated with the recovery process c. for the temporary reduction in post-surgery pain at 24 hours after surgery following bilateral breast augmentation surgery d. as an adjunctive treatment of postoperative pain
Device Story
Erchonia® XLR8 is a low-level laser system (Class II) utilizing two semiconductor diodes emitting 640nm (±10nm) visible red light. Device features variable hertz pulsed wave output. Operated by healthcare professionals, the handheld device is manually scanned 3-6 inches over the treatment area. Powered by an internal lithium-ion polymer battery, recharged via an inductive base. Mechanism of action involves stimulating mitochondria to increase ATP production. Used in clinical settings to provide temporary pain relief; output affects clinical decision-making by serving as an adjunctive therapy for post-surgical and chronic musculoskeletal pain management, potentially reducing patient pain levels.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical data submitted. Evidence relies on seven randomized controlled clinical trials from peer-reviewed literature evaluating LLLT for post-operative pain reduction in procedures including coronary artery bypass, tibial fracture, cesarean section, endodontic surgery, and tonsillectomy.
Technological Characteristics
Class II low-level laser system. Two semiconductor diodes; 640nm (±10nm) wavelength; 7.5mW (±2mW) output. Pulsed wave output. Powered by 3.7V 1800mAh Li-ion polymer battery with inductive charging. Handheld form factor. Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2, IEC 60825-1, and 21 CFR 1040.10/11.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring adjunctive treatment for minor chronic neck/shoulder musculoskeletal pain, pain associated with liposuction recovery (thighs, hips, stomach), post-surgery pain 24 hours after bilateral breast augmentation, and general adjunctive treatment of postoperative pain.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An infrared lamp is a device intended for medical purposes that emits energy at infrared frequencies (approximately 700 nanometers to 50,000 nanometers) to provide topical heating.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an infrared therapeutic heating lamp, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 890.9.
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October 22, 2021
Erchonia Corporation Travis Sammons Clinical Affairs Manager 650 Atlantis Road Melbourne, Florida 32904
Re: K211186
Trade/Device Name: Erchonia® XLR8 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5500 Regulation Name: Infrared Lamp Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NHN Dated: September 14, 2021 Received: September 21, 2021
Dear Travis Sammons:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies.combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Sincerely,
Vivek Pinto, PhD Director DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and Physical Medicine Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K211186
Device Name
Erchonia® XLR8
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Erchonia® XLR8 is generally indicated:
a. as adjunctive use in providing temporary relief of minor chronic neck and shoulder pain of musculoskeletal origin b. as an adjunct to liposuction procedures of the thighs, hips and stomach for reduction of pain associated with the recovery process
c. for the temporary reduction in post-surgery pain at 24 hours after surgery following bilateral breast augmentation surgery
d. as an adjunctive treatment of postoperative pain
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### 510(k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.
#### Owner Information
### Name and Address of Sponsor / Manufacturer
Erchonia Corporation 650 Atlantis Rd. Melbourne, FL. 32904 Telephone: 321-473-1251 Fax: 321-473-1608
# Establishment Registration Number
2032513
## Name and Address of Official Correspondent
Erchonia Corporation 650 Atlantis Road Melbourne, FL 32904 Contact: Mr. Steven Shanks Telephone: 321-473-1251 Fax: 321-473-1608 Email: sshanks@erchonia.com
## Date Prepared
10/22/2021
## Device Information
Trade Name: Erchonia® XLR8 Laser Model#: HLS Common Name: Infrared Lamp Classification Name: Powered Light-Based Laser Non-Thermal with Non-Heating Effect for Adjunctive Use in Pain Therapy (21 CFR 890.5500) Classification: Class II Panel: Physical Medicine Product Code: NHN
## Predicate Device
The Erchonia® XLR8 is the exact same model as the Erchonia® XLR8 which has previously received 510(k) market clearance under K130996 for the intended use: The Erchonia® XLR8™ laser is indicated for the following three indications:
a. adjunctive use in providing temporary relief of minor chronic neck and shoulder pain of musculoskeletal origin b. as an adjunct to liposuction procedures of the thighs. hips and stomach for reduction of pain associated with the recovery process
c. temporary reduction in post-surgery pain at 24 hours after surgery following bilateral breast augmentation surgery
There have been no technical or design modifications made to the Erchonia® XLR8 since clearance under K130996.
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## Device Description
The Erchonia® XLR8 (Model# HLS) is a low-level laser system that uses two semi-conductor diodes (visible red light), red: 640nm ±10. The Erchonia® XLR8 (Model# HLS) is a variable hertz device. The variable hertz feature of the Erchonia® XLR8 (Model# HLS) is a pulsed wave, defined as containing a selected series of breaks, variances. The Erchonia® XLR8 (Model# HLS) has been classified by the FDA/EC as a Class II/Ila device and a Class II/2 laser.
The Erchonia® XLR8™ laser is currently indicated for the following three indications:
a. adjunctive use in providing temporary relief of minor chronic neck and shoulder pain of musculoskeletal origin c. as an adjunct to liposuction procedures of the thighs. hips and stomach for reduction of pain associated with the recovery process
c. temporary reduction in post-surgery pain at 24 hours after surgery following bilateral breast augmentation surgery
This Premarket Notification is requesting expansion of the indications for use to include: d. as an adjunctive treatment of postoperative pain
The Erchonia® Laser is applied externally and has proven through clinical trials to treat post-surgical pain associated with liposuction and breast augmentation surgery. The Erchonia ® XLR8 laser emits a 640-nanometer wavelength with a tolerance of ±10 nanometer, from each of the two laser are powered by an internal battery that is recharged using a separate inductive charging base powered by an external class II medical power supply. This configuration offers portability as well as consistency of power.
The internal battery powers the two specially created and patented electronic diodes with an output of <10mW red laser beam.
The Erchonia® (HLS) laser is manufactured in accordance to the Good Manufacturing Procedures consistent with national regulatory agencies; such as FDA, EU, HC, TGA, and Anvisa. Per ISO and FDA standards the device and laser are classified as Class II.
Each of these governing agencies requires specific labeling. All required labels are affixed according to the relevant codes. Each label is pictured and described in this manual. Additionally, the placement of each label, on the Erchonia ® device, is communicated.
The associated accessories include:
- Charging Base ●
- Power Supply
- Patient protective eyewear ●
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## Intended Use
The Erchonia® XLR8 is generally indicated:
a. as adjunctive use in providing temporary relief of minor chronic neck and shoulder pain of musculoskeletal origin b. as an adjunct to liposuction procedures of the thighs, hips and stomach for reduction of pain associated with the recovery process
c. for the temporary reduction in post-surgery pain at 24 hours after surgery following bilateral breast augmentation surgery
d. as an adjunctive treatment of postoperative pain
| Comparison of Technological Characteristics with the Predicate Device | | | |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|--|--|--|
| Device | Erchonia® XLR8 (Model# HLS) | Erchonia® XLR8 Laser (Model# HLS) |
|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) # | Unknown | K130996 |
| | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
| Technology | Coherent light-based laser non-thermal instrument | Coherent light-based laser non-thermal instrument |
| Power | 7.5mW ± 2mW | 7.5mW ± 2mW |
| Wavelength | 640nm ±10 | 640nm ±10 |
| Energy Source | Multi diode collected then line dispersed (coherent) | Multi diode collected then line dispersed (coherent) |
| Recommended<br>treatment duration<br>(use time) based on<br>clinical evidence | 0 - 12 minutes | 0 - 12 minutes |
| Total Joules Per<br>Minute | 0.45 J | 0.45 J |
| Power Supply | External Power Supply - (100-240Vac, 50-60Hz, 0.5A;<br>12Vdc 1.5A) that connect to the Inductive Charging Base -<br>(1.5A 12V), to charge the Battery (Lithium-ion Polymer<br>3.7V, 1800mAh, 6.7W) | External Power Supply - (100-240Vac, 50-60Hz, 0.5A;<br>12Vdc 1.5A) that connect to the Inductive Charging Base<br>- (1.5A 12V), to charge the Battery (Lithium-ion Polymer<br>3.7V, 1800mAh, 6.7W) |
| Application | Line pattern, manually scanned 3-6 inches over area of<br>treatment | Line pattern, manually scanned 3-6 inches over area of<br>treatment |
| Mechanism of<br>Action | Stimulates the mitochondria to increase the production of<br>ATP | Stimulates the mitochondria to increase the production of<br>ATP |
| Indication for Use | The Erchonia® XLR8 is generally indicated:<br>a. as adjunctive use in providing temporary relief of minor<br>chronic neck and shoulder pain of musculoskeletal origin<br>b. as an adjunct to liposuction procedures of the thighs, hips<br>and stomach for reduction of pain associated with the<br>recovery process<br>c. for the temporary reduction in post-surgery pain at 24<br>hours after surgery following bilateral breast augmentation<br>surgery<br>d. as an adjunctive treatment of postoperative pain | The Erchonia® XLR8™ laser is indicated for the<br>following three indications:<br>a. adjunctive use in providing temporary relief of minor<br>chronic neck and shoulder pain of musculoskeletal origin<br>b. as an adjunct to liposuction procedures of the thighs,<br>hips and stomach for reduction of pain associated with the<br>recovery process<br>c. temporary reduction in post-surgery pain at 24 hours<br>after surgery following bilateral breast augmentation<br>surgery |
| Product Code | NHN | NHN |
## Technological Characteristics Summary
The subject device (Erchonia® XLR8 Laser, Model# HLS) is the exact same model as the predicate device (Erchonia® XLR8 Laser, Model# HLS) previously submitted under K130996. There are no differences between the subject device and predicate that render the device not substantially equivalent nor affect safety or effectiveness, as the devices have the same design, material, energy source, wavelength, and based on same mechanism of action. There have been no technical or design modifications made to the Erchonia® XLR8 since under K130996. This 510k submission is to expand the indication of use.
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## Performance Standards
The Erchonia® XLR8 Laser complies with FDA's performance standards for light-emitting products (21CFR 1040.10 and 21 CFR 1040.11 by Laser Notice #50).
### Risk Assessment
The Erchonia® XLR8, Model#: HLS is acceptable in accordance with IEC 60601 edition 3.1, by virtue of Engineering and third-party verification. All identified risks have been mitigated to ensure the lowest acceptable risk possible using the ISO 14971 standard framework.
### Electromagnetic Compatibility and Electrical Safety
Safety and EMC testing was conducted on the Erchonia® XLR8™ (Model#:HLS) device. The device complies with the IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2 and IEC 60825-1 standards.
### Compliance with Voluntary Standards
The Erchonia® XLR8 complies with the following voluntary standards: IEC 60601-1-2:2014 IEC 60601-1:2005 (Third Edition) + CORR. 1:2006 + CORR. 2:2007 + A1:2012 (or IEC 60601-1: 2012 reprint) IEC 60825-1:2014 (Third Edition)
## Performance Testing- Bench
Not Applicable, as the subject device and predicate are exactly the same
### Performance Testing-Animal
No animal testing conducted
## Performance Testing-Clinical
No clinical study results are being submitted as part of this submission.
## Summary of Clinical Testing
Seven randomized controlled clinical trials published in scientific peer-reviewed journal publications were identified wherein low-level laser therapy (LLLT) was evaluated for its therapeutic ability to reduce post- operative pain following surgical procedures. These studies evaluated post-surgical pain related to:
- Coronary artery bypass graft surgery
- . Coronary bypass surgery with internal mammary artery grafts
- . Tibial fracture surgery
- Cesarean section (2 studies)
- . Endodontic surgery
- . Tonsillectomy
No new clinical data is being submitted in this 510(k) submission.
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## Comparison of Erchonia® XLR8 Laser (Model# HLS) & Erchonia EML Laser
The Erchonia® XLR8 Laser, Model# HLS (predicate & subject device) has previously received substantial equivalence to the Erchonia EML Laser by the FDA, reference 510(k) #K130996. Any technological differences between the Erchonia® XLR8 Laser (subject & predicate device) and Erchonia EML Laser did not render the device not substantially equivalent, did not affect the safety or effectiveness, or raise questions regarding the safety and effectiveness due to the fact the laser wavelength and total light energy delivered per treatment is identical.
| Device | Erchonia® XLR8 Laser (Model# HLS) | Erchonia EML Laser |
|----------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------|
| | Subject & Predicate Device | |
| 510(k) | Unknown, K130996 | K041139, K072206 |
| Output - at aperture | 7.5mW | 7.5mW |
| Wavelength | 640nm ±10 | 640nm ±10 |
| Waveform | Pulsed | Pulsed |
| Energy Source | Multi diode collected then line dispersed (coherent) | Multi diode collected then line dispersed<br>(coherent) |
| Power Supply | External Power Supply - (100-240Vac, 50-60Hz,<br>0.5A; 12Vdc 1.5A) that connect to the Inductive<br>Charging Base - (1.5A 12V), to charge the Battery<br>(Lithium-ion Polymer 3.7V, 1800mAh, 6.7W) | 115/220 V ac 50/60 Hz electrical outlet,<br>rechargeable batteries |
| Energy Delivery | Device hand-held, probe on top | Handheld treatment probe |
| Target Size | Line pattern, manually scanned over area of treatment | Line pattern, manually scanned over area<br>of treatment |
| Mechanism of Action | Stimulates the mitochondria to increase the<br>production of ATP | Stimulates the mitochondria to increase the<br>production of ATP |
## Conclusion
The subject device (Erchonia® XLR8 Laser, Model# HLS) is the exact same model as the predicate device (Erchonia® XLR8 Laser, Model# HLS) previously submitted under K130996. There are no differences between the subject device and predicate that render the device not substantially equivalent nor affect safety or effectiveness, as the devices have identical technology, provides the same outputs, and based on same mechanism of action. Therefore, this 510k submission is to expand the indication of use.
Based on Erchonia Lasers previous received FDA 510(k) market clearances for post-operative use (K072206 & K041139), and supportive published literature of low level laser therapy (LLT) effectively reducing postoperative pain across various body locations and surgical procedures, the proven physiological mechanism of action provided by the Erchonia® XLR8™ laser has substantially equivalent safety and effectiveness to support the proposed Indication for Use:
The Erchonia® XLR8 is generally indicated:
a. as adjunctive use in providing temporary relief of minor chronic neck and shoulder pain of musculoskeletal origin b. as an adjunct to liposuction procedures of the thighs, hips and stomach for reduction of pain associated with the recovery process
c. for the temporary reduction in post-surgery pain at 24 hours after surgery following bilateral breast augmentation surgery
d. as an adjunctive treatment of postoperative pain
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