K170068 · Wellray Medical Laser, Inc. · ILY · May 5, 2017 · Physical Medicine
Device Facts
Record ID
K170068
Device Name
Softcure 96
Applicant
Wellray Medical Laser, Inc.
Product Code
ILY · Physical Medicine
Decision Date
May 5, 2017
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 890.5500
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Softcure™ 96 is intended to emit energy in the visible spectrum (red 635nm) to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for the temporary relief/reduction of minor muscular and joint pain and stiffness, minor arthritis pain or muscle spasm, the temporary increase in local blood circulation, and temporary relaxation of muscles.
Device Story
Softcure 96 is a portable, wearable, battery-powered therapeutic device; uses semiconductor laser diodes to emit 635nm red light. Flexible pad conforms to body contours (back, legs, chest, arms). Microprocessor monitors laser temperature/output; variable speed fans provide cooling. Failsafe systems (capacitive proximity, body temperature, ambient light, reference voltage) ensure lasers energize only upon skin contact. Used in home or clinical settings by patients or providers. Output is topical heat (40–45°C) to elevate tissue temperature. Benefits include pain relief, muscle relaxation, and increased local circulation.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance testing on 8 subjects demonstrated the device achieves and maintains therapeutic topical heat (40–45°C) within 1 minute, sustained for at least 90 minutes. Compliance with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and FDA 21 CFR 1040.10/1040.11 standards confirmed.
Technological Characteristics
Semiconductor laser diodes (635nm); flexible pad form factor; battery-powered; microprocessor-controlled; variable speed fan cooling. Standards: AAMI/ANSI ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, FDA 21 CFR 1040.10/1040.11.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring temporary relief of minor muscular/joint pain, stiffness, arthritis pain, muscle spasms, and local blood circulation increase. Suitable for OTC and prescription use.
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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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
May 5, 2017
Wellray Medical Laser, Inc. Mr. Richard DeRoberts Chief Executive Officer 216 Moores Run Rd. Wardensville, West Virginia 26851
Re: K170068
Trade/Device Name: Softcure 96 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5500 Regulation Name: Infrared Lamp Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: ILY Dated: February 8, 2017 Received: February 8, 2017
Dear Mr. DeRoberts:
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. 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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Jennifer R. Stevenson -S
For Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K170068
Device Name Softcure TM 96
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Softcure TM 96 is intended to emit energy in the visible spectrum (red 635mm) to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for the temporary relief/reduction of minor muscular and stiffness, minor arthritis pain or muscle spasm, the temporary increase in local blood circulation, and temporary relaxation of muscles.
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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 SMDA 1990 and 21CFR 807.92.
A. Submitter: Wellray Medical Laser, Inc. 216 Moores Run Rd. Wardensville, WV 26851 USA
Phone: 304-874-4209 Fax: 304-874-4209
Contact: Mr. Richard O. DeRoberts CEO
Date prepared: January 4, 2017
B. Device Names:
Proprietary Name: Common/Usual Name: Classification Name:
Softcure™ 96 Infrared Therapeutic Heating Lamp Infrared Lamp
C. Predicate Devices Biocare™ Lumiwave® K051816 Sunetics Laser Brush, LHB 12 K121920 Anodyne® Therapy 480 Pro K931261 Biophotas Celluma ™ K131113
Device Description: D.
The Wellray® Medical Laser Softcure™ 96 is a therapeutic device using wavelengths of monochromatic light produced by semiconductor laser diodes to treat a variety of musculoskeletal concerns. The Softcure ™ 96 is a portable and wearable, battery powered, software controlled device intended for use on the body such as the back, legs, chest, arms or other areas where therapeutic light may be beneficial. A flexible pad, drawing power through an electrical cable from a carry able battery pack, emits red (635nm) light by means of semiconductor laser diodes to the desired body area. The flexible pad is designed to conform to the contour of the treatment site providing uniform treatment dosage over nonplanar body physique. The semiconductor laser diodes are monitored for temperature and light output by a microprocessor and cooled by variable speed fans to ensure the optimum light output. The lasers are allowed to energize only when four separate failsafe monitoring systems sense that the flexible pad is brought into close contact with the user's body. These failsafe systems include capacitive proximity sensors, body temperature sensors, an ambient light sensor and reference voltage monitoring.
E. Intended Use:
The Softcure™ 96 is intended to emit energy in the visible spectrum (red 635nm) to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for the temporary relief/reduction of minor muscular and joint pain and stiffness, minor arthritis pain or muscle spasm, the temporary increase in local blood circulation, and temporary relaxation of muscles.
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#### ட் Substantial Equivalence:
The Softcure™ 96 is substantially equivalent to the Biocare ™ Lumiwave® K051816, the Sunetics Laser Brush, LHB 12 - K121920, the Anodyne® Therapy 480 Pro - K931261 and the Biophotas Celluma ™ - K131113 as summarized in the following table. The Softcure ™ 96 and the predicate devices have the same intended use, the same diffused light characteristic, the same software control, the same use of a treatment timer, the same over-the-counter (OTC) use, the same method of administration (topical), the same configuration (pads/pods), and the same electrical safety.
| Predicate Device | Manufacturer | 510(k) Number |
|---------------------|------------------|---------------|
| Lumiwave® | Biocare TM | K051816 |
| Laser Brush, LHB 12 | Sunetics | K121920 |
| 480 Pro | Anodyne® Therapy | K931261 |
| Celluma TM | Biophotas | K131113 |
Where the Softcure ™ 96 differs is that it is wearable and is powered by a battery so that the user can move around the treatment site or home and perform light tasks. It also differs in that it has multiple failure detection/shut off controls and multiple failsafe monitoring systems.
The differences identified above do not impact adversely the Safety and Effectiveness of the Softcure TM 96 device.
Performance data have been included to demonstrate that the Softcure ™ 96 device meets its specifications, and functions safely.
#### Performance Testing Bench G.
Electrical safety and functional performance testing were conducted on the Softcure™ 96 demonstrating that the device is compliant with FDA 21 CFR J 1040.10 and 1040.11 standards, AAMI/ANSI ES 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements for Safety and Essential Performance AAMI/ANSI ES 60601-1:2005/(R)2012 and A1:2012), IEC 60601-1-2 Medical Electrical Equipment -Part 1-2: General Requirements for Safety and Essential Performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility - Requirements and tests, 2007-03.
#### H. Performance Testing Non-Clinical
The use of light energy to generate heat for therapeutic use has been well documented and is a generally accepted alternative treatment modality for the temporary relief of pain and tissue repair.
The Softcure™ 96 is capable of achieving therapeutic heat temperature of 40 – 45 degrees centigrade as accepted by the FDA. An increase in topical heating of the tissue level by at least 5 degrees centigrade was reached within one (1) minute. The therapeutic temperature range was maintained for at least ninety (90) minutes.
The temperature versus time measurements were conducted on 8 subjects at various physical locations, i.e., leg, neck, back and shoulder. The pre-exposed topical skin temperature ranged from 36 to 39 degrees centigrade. These data demonstrate that the Softcure™ 96 meets the generally accepted topical
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temperature range for therapeutic heat of 40-45 degrees centigrade during the recommended treatment time.
l. Conclusion
The Softcure ™ 96 device is substantially equivalent to the predicate devices K051816, K121920, K931261 and K131113.
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