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HomePhototherapy

Solutions for Psoriasis, Vitiligo & Other Conditions of the Skin

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Email: canadahome@daavlin.com • Website: www.daavlin.com

It ’s Safer!Not only is Narrowband UVB safe enough for pregnant women and children to use, it has none of the serious side effects associated with competing drug therapies.

It ’s More Affordable!Home phototherapy units are a one-time cost that start as low as $620. Biologic drug treatments can cost over twenty times that amount per year! In Canada, a prescription is not required for home phototherapy devices. However, if you have a written prescription a portion of your equipment could be covered under your private insurance plan or under your HSA (Health Spending Account). Also, with a written prescription, you can now claim some of the medical phototherapy expenses for income tax purposes; for the amount paid to buy, operate, and maintain your equipment.

It ’s Faster!For psoriasis, both Narrowband Phototherapy and PUVA have median clearance times of only 4-5 weeks, twice as fast as Enbrel, Stelara, Humira, and Remicade.

It ’s More Effective!For decades, statistics have shown consistently high rates of psoriasis clearance and vitiligo repigmentation with Narrowband UVB. While there isn’t a cure for these conditions, you can easily re-start home phototherapy at any time, should your symptoms return.

It ’s More Convenient!Owning a home phototherapy unit gives you the highest level of freedom. Treatments can be planned around your own schedule - whether it’s night time, a weekend, or holiday. Home phototherapy has a high rate of customer satisfaction.

What is Home Phototherapy?Phototherapy is the use of very specific wavelengths of ultraviolet light to treat various skin diseases, including psoriasis and vitiligo. Narrowband UVB (311nm) is the most commonly used type of ultraviolet light because it is easy to administer, is very effective, and has few, easily managed side effects.

Is It Safe?Yes, phototherapy is considered to be a very safe treatment option, especially when compared to alternative therapies. Sunburn-like symptoms and dry skin are the most commonly reported side effects. Narrowband UVB phototherapy even provides an option for patients who are pregnant, nursing, or are children, as well as for those who have medical contraindications to systemic drug therapy. As with any treatment, if you are considering phototherapy, make sure that your provider is fully aware of any health conditions you have and any medications you are using.

What is Treatment Like?A typical treatment regimen is three exposures per week. In the beginning, treatment times may be just seconds long but they will gradually increase in length. Different conditions can require different protocols. For example, with psoriasis, clearance will usually take 25-30 treatments, while repigmentation of vitiligo may take longer.

Follow your provider’s instructions to determine your beginning dose. Once you begin your therapy at home, you can use the time chart included with your unit to calculate your increases. Your provider may advise that sensitive areas of your body, or those areas unaccustomed to sun exposure, be shielded or treated with sunscreen prior to treatment.

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Which Unit is Best for My Condition?When your practitioner recommends that you purchase a phototherapy device, they are providing you with an easy and convenient way to treat yourself in the privacy and comfort of your own home. Use the guide shown below to help determine which unit* is best for you.

Full Body Surround:UV Series

Scalp:Levia, DermaPal

Hands:1 Series, M Series

Feet:1 Series, M Series

Full Body Panel:7 Series

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Face:1 Series, DermaPal

Elbows:1 Series, Levia

Shins & Knees1 Series, DermaPal

Living Clear with Home Phototherapy

*All units are Health Canada and U.S. FDA cleared.

Light-weight and portable, the DermaPal wand is an excellent choice for spot treatments and hard to reach areas.

Specifically created for the hands and feet, the M series has lamps in both the hood and base for multi-directional therapy.

A 6 foot tall panel with optional doors, the 7 series is highly efficient and offers full-body treatment in a space-saving design.

This powerful and unique device offers both a fiber-optic brush for scalptreatment and a targetedspot light for small areas.

A small panel weighing just 10 lbs. with a surprisingly high output, this unit is ideal for treatment of the face, hands, and more.

A full-body cabinet with a unique elliptical shape and interior platform, the UV Series ensures an even treatment every time.

DermaPal