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Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy Equipment for Psoriasis, Vitiligo & Eczema
SolRxTM 1000 Series Home Phototherapy
Full Body Panel (6-feet high)
Users Manual & Treatment Method
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Selection Guide
Ordering Info
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The 1000 Series Users Manual is available in both English and French.
It is printed on 8 1/2" x 11" paper and bound in a 3-hole folder,
so you can easily photocopy pages if needed.
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A critically important feature of the SolRx 1000 Series Full Body Panel is its
comprehensive Users Manual.
It has been relentlessly developed for over 15 years by an actual user of the device.
It includes a wealth of information so you can maximize your treatment results.
Most importantly,
it includes
detailed exposure guidelines with treatment times for both psoriasis and vitiligo
(excerpt shown).
These tables provide a complete treatment protocol based on your skin type,
the power of the device, and the waveband.
Other information includes:
- Warnings about who should not use the device. (phototherapy contraindications)
- General warnings about UVB phototherapy and equipment safety.
- Installation considerations, assembly and setup.
- Exposure guidelines including skin type determination, positioning and other tips.
- Usage guidelines & treatment procedure.
- Psoriasis long term maintenance program.
- Device maintenance, bulb replacement, troubleshooting & electrical schematic.
The value of this Users Manual has been recognized by the
Ottawa home phototherapy study
which stated:
"Nurses and dermatologists who do not operate a phototherapy center should be aware of the
detailed instructions provided by Solarc Systems.
Their [the dermatologist's] role becomes more one of professional follow-up
rather than one of education on the operation of the home unit."
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The following pictures show some of the possible treatment positions:
For all positions, the patient maintains a minimum distance of 8 to 12 inches from the bulbs.
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The traditional treatment positions for home phototherapy using a panel is
first with the front side of the body facing the device.
The position is held until the time expires.
Note the coverage provided by this 1000 Series unit.
The model is 5ft-10in and 185lbs.
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Then the patient turns around, restarts the timer and treats the back side.
It is important that the ultraviolet protective goggles always be used.
It is recommended that the genitals be covered;
for men by using a sock, and for women by wearing a thong.
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For people that need treatment on their sides,
this could be an another position.
The arm is held up to allow the light to reach the side of the torso.
The hand could be used to cover the side of the face.
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There are many alternative methods.
With practice,
the patient can develop a custom positioning system to apply light to those areas needing it the most.
An important consideration is to avoid significantly overlapping treatment sides,
which could result in local overexposure.
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Some people may wish to reduce the amount of light applied to the face.
This can be done by wearing a mask or sunscreen,
or blocking the light with your hands as shown here.
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Here is another way to block the face using the hands.
In this case,
the elbows are getting maximum exposure because they are closest to the light source.
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To further minimize light to the face and more fully treat the lower leg,
a sturdy stool can be used.
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Other areas of the body can be protected by simply wearing clothing.
The clothing could be modified by cutting some of it away to expose certain areas.
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Very specific body sites can be targeted with a panel.
In this case,
the outside of the right leg is getting maximum exposure.
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Or in this case, the left elbow and left knee are getting targeted.
There are many, many possibilities.
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Physician approval / prescription is required for all ultraviolet home phototherapy device and UV bulb orders.
Solarc Systems Inc., 12 Parker Court, Barrie, ON, Canada L4N 2A6
Toll Free: 1.866.813.3357 Tel: 705.739.8279 Fax 705.739.9684
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