UV Therapy Lighting the Path the Clearer Skin!
Ultraviolet (UV) light therapy, also known as phototherapy, is a safe and effective treatment for moderate to severe psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo. Though it may not cure these conditions, it can help people manage the condition and improve quality of life. UVB light therapy works by reducing skin inflammation, slowing skin cell growth, and lowering the number of lesions.
Different types of UVB light therapy are available, including narrowband UVB, which may clear psoriasis faster and produce more prolonged remissions
- One-lamp or two-lamp models
- Prescription Features
- Great for small areas
- Narrowband UVB lamps
- Great for travelling
- Compact and lightweight
- Reimbursed by many insurance companies
Prescription Handheld Models Comparison
Single-Lamp Handheld
KN-4003BL25
Dimensions
Output Window: 2.9″ x 5.0″ = 14.5 in? (7.4cm × 12.7cm = 94cm?)
Wand (no spacer): 14.0″ × 4.0″x 1.9″ (35.6cm x 10.2cm × 4.8cm)
Wand with spacer: 14.0″ × 4.2″x 2.5″ (35.6cm x 10.7cm x 6.4Cm)
AC Adapter: 4.8″ x 2.5’x 2.8″ (12.2cm x 6.4cm x 7.1cm)
Weight
Wand Only: 1.19 Ibs. (0.54 kg)
Wand with power adapter and cord: 2.93 Ibs. (1.30 kg)
Two-Lamp Handheld
KN-4006BL1S
Dimensions
Output Window: 1.6″ x 5.1″ = 8.2 in2 (4.1cm × 13.0cm = 53.3cm2)
Wand (no comb): 13.0″ x 2.3″× 1.8″ (33.0cm x 5.7cm × 4.4cm)
Wand with comb: 13.0″ × 2.3″x 2.4″ (33.0cm × 5.7cm x 6.0cm)
AC Adapter: 4.5″ x 2.3″× 1.5″ (11.5cm x 5.9cm x 3.8cm)
Weight
Wand Only: 0.88 Ibs. (0.4 kg)
Wand with power adapter and cord: 1.89 Ibs. (0.86 kg)
FAQ's
About 75% of people receiving narrowband ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) treatments, the most common type of phototherapy, found it cleared their psoriasis or reduced the symptoms, according to another study published
Absolutely, UVB wands are designed for home use and are effective in treating various skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and vitiligo. These lamps emit UVB light at specific wavelengths that are therapeutically beneficial.
Narrowband ultraviolet B (NB-UVB) light therapy. Your starting amount will depend on your skin type and how easily you burn or tan. It is best to follow the instructions given by your medical professional. In General, UVB light therapy is most effective when performed two or three times a week. Once the skin is clear, maintenance sessions can be performed weekly.
In many cases, that is the biggest problem with UVB light therapy. When the UVB stops, the psoriasis can restart. The best way to keep UVB “topped up” is to use the UVB wand to maintain a few seconds weekly.
The light therapy generally used to treat psoriasis is known as narrow-band UVB phototherapy. In this therapy, the skin is only exposed to UVB light wavelengths between 311 and 313 nanometers. The idea is that limiting the light spectrum in this way reduces the risk of side effects.
