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1. Name Date To Whom It May Concern My patient has been under my care for years for the treatment of The acquisition of a UVB phototherapy device for use in the patient s home has been prescribed by me and is deemed to be a medical necessity because e The patient s treatment at the nearest phototherapy clinic requires a hour round trip times per week The hours of operation of the clinic and the patients working schedule makes this an impractical alternative and the patient has had to stop treatment as a result expect that the patient will require ultraviolet phototherapy for many years to come thus justifying purchase of a UVB phototherapy device for use in the home e Use of ahome UVB phototherapy device would eliminate the need for the patient to leave work to visit the phototherapy clinic The patient s treatment schedule calls for visits per week each taking hours for the round trip This has created problems for the patient s employer that could be eliminated by use of a home UVB phototherapy device Because the patients home is miles kilometers from the nearest phototherapy clinic and the patient requires treatments per week institutional phototherapy it is not a practical option A home UVB phototherapy device is the only way that the patient can fill my prescription for UVB phototherapy e The severity of my patient s skin condition has caused me to prescribe UVB phototherapy treatments times per week Since the clinic
2. The only possible exception to this is that fine art should be protected How long do the UV bulbs last Under normal home phototherapy usage the bulbs have a useful life of at least three to five years and as many as ten years Fluorescent bulbs gradually lose power over time so that over many years treatment times are perhaps double that of new bulbs but the type of light remains consistent has nearly the same relative spectroradiometric profile The decision to replace bulbs is therefore only a matter of the patient s tolerance of longer treatment times SoIRx devices use standard UV bulbs available from several different suppliers Not Special bulbs with special end connector arrangements UVB lamps are very specialized and cost CDN 50 to 120 each depending on type Why are the UVB bulbs so expensive There are several reasons why medical fluorescent UVB bulbs are expensive To allow passage of the UVB light expensive and sometimes difficult to obtain quartz glass must be used Standard glass filters out UVB light Medical UVB bulbs are produced in much smaller quantities than other fluorescent bulb types Medical bulbs are subject to higher regulatory standards controlled distribution and greater compliance costs Inthe case of Philips TL 01 UVB Narrowband bulbs the phosphor white powder within the bulb is expensive to produce and has legacy development expenses The bulbs are fragile and subject to shipping d
3. adjustable Aperture Plate system for accurate spot targeting Optional accessories include the Light Brush for scalp treatment and Positioning Arm for hands free operation See other side and SolarcSystems com for more information SolRx 100 Series small spot amp Scalp Treatment 120UVB NB 2 Bulbs 18 Watts Model 120UVB NB uses two Philips The clear acrylic window allows the The lightweight aluminum body PL S9W 01 UVB NarrowBand bulbs wand to be placed directly on skin helps keep the device cool One of the many different ways to The Aperture Plate feature can The optional Light Brush helps clear position the wand on a surface adjust the treatment area in seconds hair so UV light can get to the scalp The digital timer and switchlock are The optional Positioning Arm allows The device can be operated from important standard safety features hands free use Desk mount shown within its rugged carrying case Unlike other handheld units using only a single 9 watt bulb the SoIRx 100 Series can be equipped with two 9 watt bulbs for double the input power double the treatment area and a more useful treatment area shape more square The wand s all metal construction and clear acrylic window allow it to be placed directly on the skin for significantly higher UVB Narrowband light output and shorter treatment times than competitive units It is also easier to use All units are supplied fully asse
4. love this product and it will always be my new best friend It is finally nice to be able to wear shorts and tanks tops again especially in the hot summer months Thank you for such a wonderful product T S I m pleased to say that my skin has completely cleared So much in fact that I m not even using any topicals I m currently on a maintenance program of one treatment a week The machine has performed flawlessly have had no burns but was very cautious even cutting back the starting times from the manual I m extremely happy with the machine K L am very pleased with your product My skin has improved significantly and there have been no problems with the unit R A The Phototherapy System works much faster and better than any medication that have tried previously T Z have been using the System almost exclusively to treat the palms of my hands The treatment has been going well my skin condition has been as good as it was when was under a physician s care No problems with the equipment or User s Manual have not had any burns or other adverse effects was successful with my insurance claim Thank you for your product R M Your knowledge and service is spectacular really mean that T G Started using the UVNB 550 April 2006 550 UVB NB Oh yes there is marked improvement have had a couple small area burns where the rays were overlapping my fault and tried to go too fast there at one point but n
5. only use it when I really need it I m very satisfied with the UVB unit Thanks S N After 15 years of every diagnostic and therapeutic treatment known to medicine am SO happy to say that the light therapy is wonderfully effective The machine works great delivery no problem M F You wouldn t believe the remarkable change in my feet and hands The treatments took about 3 4 weeks before was able to see a difference but now can go barefoot even outside and can wear sandals again can also shake people s hands and receive change from clerks without feeling embarrassed about how my hands looked haven t had any problems with the equipment at all As a matter of fact it sits under my computer desk and when I m working on my computer do my treatment and I m done No skin burns or adverse effect only tan feet and hands It s a wonderful product and the service that you gave us Steve was great We were very successful with our insurance claim They paid 80 of the charge and we received our check within 7 10 business days after paying Solarc Our insurance company is Aetna It is an unbelievable product and would recommend it to anyone who was having the problems that was having W Y I ve been using the phototherapy for a few months now and have been pleased with the results Initially there was about 90 clearing on my elbows and ankles which were my worst areas This happened after about 15 to 20 treatments of
6. a very important role for the physician Solarc Systems Inc strongly advises the Responsible Person to seek the advice of a physician In particular The physician s diagnosis is needed to determine if UVB phototherapy is the best treatment option The physician is in the best position to judge if the patient is likely use the device responsibly The physician plays a role in the ongoing safe use of the device including regular follow up skin exams Note The prescription does not have to come from a dermatologist any medical doctor MD is acceptable How safe is ultraviolet phototherapy As with natural sunlight repeated exposure to ultraviolet light can cause premature aging of the skin and skin cancer However when these risks are weighed against the risks of other treatment options often involving strong prescription drugs ultraviolet phototherapy is usually found to be the best treatment option SolRx devices use exactly the same bulbs as the phototherapy devices in clinics hospitals and doctor s offices The decision to use home phototherapy is an individual matter that requires initial physician consultation and periodic follow up How do I take a treatment For the SolRx 1000 Series Full Body Panel the patient covers any areas of the body not requiring exposure and puts on the ultraviolet protective goggles Standing 8 to 12 inches from the device the key is put in and turned to the ON position The timer is set to the desire
7. is closed this is not possible unless the patient obtains a home UVB phototherapy device Home UVB phototherapy equipment is sold only by physician s prescription and is classified as a Class 2 Medical Device by the US FDA and Health Canada It is not a tanning device Tanning uses UVA light Please carefully consider this patient s request for health insurance coverage of this equipment To my knowledge there are currently no government programs that will provide financial assistance Sincerely Doctor s Signature Patient s Letter to Insurance Company for Home UVB Phototherapy Equipment Sample Only Modify to suit your personal circumstances Template available in MS Word from SolarcSystems com Patient s Name Date Patient s Contact Information To Human Resources Insurance Company Contact Person Name amp Company Name have suffered from for over years In that time have tried most of the commonly prescribed drugs to control the disease all with mediocre results By far the most successful treatment that have found to date is physician prescribed UVB phototherapy which is basically the exposure of my skin to UVB ultraviolet light produced by a special medical device UVB light is a natural component of the sun s spectrum and has been medically proven to be a very effective treatment for The purpose of this letter is to request health insurance coverage for the purchase of a physician prescribed UVB photot
8. or Solarc Systems Inc and or any associated reseller is not responsible for any adverse effects arising from the use or misuse of the Device 12 For E Series Devices the Responsible Person agrees that ADD ON Devices will only be connected to and operated from a Solarc E Series MASTER Device to a maximum of 4 ADD ON Devices per MASTER Device 13 This transaction and its terms and conditions shall be governed by the laws of Ontario and the laws of Canada applicable in Ontario 14 Solarc Systems Inc and the Responsible Person agree to accept signatures by fax and that they shall be legal and binding understand and agree to the above Responsible Person Signature 3 Dated 3 SHIPPING INFORMATION _ Same as above Name Address City State Zip Phone Email SoIRx 1000 Series Shipping Policy This is an overweight package gt 7Olbs It is not possible for the courier to call before the shipment is delivered If nobody is present at the time of delivery the courier will leave the package at the Ship To address and the delivery is considered complete Solarc provides the waybill number and courier contact information so the package can be traced and a delivery time predicted If security is an issue it is strongly recommended that the Ship To address be one that is likely to have somebody there during working hours such as a place of business Moving the package requires at least a minivan station wagon or picku
9. patient or responsible person including the signed Terms amp Conditions of Sale Payment by VISA Mastercard or cheque payable to Solarc Systems Inc Certified cheques are processed immediately Personal cheques may require 5 10 business days for clearance before shipping Fax 705 739 9684 Scan amp Email or Mail your order to Solarc Systems using the contact information that appears in the top left corner of the Order Form We will acknowledge your order as soon as it is received Prescriptions may be subject to verification with the physician Shipping is normally from stock next day direct to your home and takes one to nine working days depending on the destination It takes about 30 minutes to unpack and setup a 1000 Series device 500 Series devices take about 15 minutes to unpack and setup 100 Series Handheld units are ready to go An invoice marked Paid is supplied for submission to your insurer or for tax purposes See also our Home Phototherapy Ordering Information webpage More Questions If you have any more questions please contact us toll free at 1 866 813 3357 705 739 8279 We can also be reached by fax at 705 739 9684 or by email at info solarcsystems com Alternatively visit our website at SolarcSystems com for much more information and pictures The website has a Contact Us section where you can send a message 2009 Solarc Systems Inc SolarcSystems com FAQ Rev5 0 Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for P
10. use either the short wavelength Ultraviolet B UVB rays or the longer rays of Ultraviolet A UVA UVB light produces biological reactions within the skin that lead to clearing of the lesions UVB is also the waveband of light that produces Vitamin D in our skin essential to good health E SN nans How long has ultraviolet phototherapy treatment been used SSNs ic The benefits of UV phototherapy for psoriasis was recognized by the medical community i as early as 1925 by a study of the effects of natural sunlight on psoriasis patients FE 5 Devices to produce artificial light for the treatment of psoriasis have been in use for over 50 years and today there is a phototherapy clinic in most cities Home units are a more recent phenomenon as lower costs have made them more attainable to the average person This remarkable ancient Egyptian wall carving shows a sick infant being treated with sunlight probably for infant jaundice Hyperbilirubinaemia Today affected babies receive the same treatment albeit from artificial light sources The therapeutic rays are in the UVA spectrum in this case Our bodies evolved in an environment bathed in ultraviolet light so we developed responses to use the light beneficially Vitamin D photosynthesis and to protect us from over exposure tanning Our modern lifestyles being fully clothed having protection from the sun and many of us living in extreme northern southern latitudes has signific
11. 2 30 minute sessions five times a week found now that my ankles and elbows have flared up again I m doing 3 minute treatments on alternate days which seem to keep it at bay but it is not clearing up like on the first go around My skin has a good tan so there is no reddening with the treatment All in all this is still the clearest my skin has been in ages All other mild spots have disappeared Of all the products I ve tried over 40 years this is the best I ve ever looked and my only regret is that i did not learn of your product earlier which would have changed the way lived my younger years dramatically Thank you again C M purchased my Solarc system in December of 2004 and it only took 3 months to totally clear my psoriasis Since then have only been using it for maintenance and have stayed 99 clear of any major outbreaks When see a spot simply treat it a couple of times and it goes away The best thing about using this product is that can do it in the privacy of my home on my schedule no more creams or doctor s except for the checkups to make sure that am not over exposing strongly feel this product was well worth the money and did not try to recoup the cost through my insurance would recommend this to anyone who has suffered with psoriasis My machine has worked without any problems and any burns that may have gotten where simply because of too much exposure to a new area white skin but only minor burning
12. 4 bulbs 400 watts 1760UVB NB 6 bulbs 600 watts 1780UVB NB 8 bulbs 800 watts 1790UVB NB 10 bulbs 1000 watts UVA amp UVAI also available JVB Narrowbanc Uses standard 120Volt 3 prong grounded outlet max 8 amps 1790 4 years on device 1 year on the bulbs plus our Arrival Guarantee All SolIRx models are US FDA and Health Canada compliant US Federal law restricts this device for sale by or on order of a Physician Solarc Systems is ISO 13485 certified for the design amp manufacturing of medical ultraviolet phototherapy equipment Toll Free 1866 8 13 3357 Fax 705 739 9684 E ma il nfo SolArcSystems com SolArcSystems com 705 739 8279 1515 Snow Valley Road Minesing ON LOL 1Y3 1000 Series Brochure Rev5 0 SYSTEMS INC potarc Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema Solkk 500 Series Hand amp Foot Treatment Spot Treatment Removable Mounting Yoke Spot Treatment Arrangement Model 550UVB NB 5 Bulbs 180 Watts UVB Narrowband Removable Hood Hand amp Foot Arrangement y The SolRx 500 Series is a portable mid size UVB Narrowband device for the treatment of psoriasis vitiligo amp eczema It has a treatment area of 18 x 13 1 6 square feet This versatile unit can articulate to almost any position to provide targeted treatment of the hands feet or any other area of the body Powerful twin tube compact fluorescent bulb
13. 5 1760UVB 6 E720M UVB 2 MASTER SolRx Device Models 530UVB 3 1740UVB 4 E720A UVB 2 ADD ON of bulbs S20UVB 2 For more information visit SolarcS ystems cOomM LARC SYSTEMS INC Continued Selection Guide USA Rev7 0 SolRx Series E Series 1000 Series 500 Series or 100 Series Which device family Full Body A large percentage of head to toe involvement When there is a large percentage of affected skin or there are many small lesions evenly distributed all over the body 6 foot high devices are the usual choice either the E Series Expandable Multidirectional or the 1000 Series Full Body Panel These powerful units can irradiate a large area and efficiently provide head to toe treatments in a reasonable amount of time typically 1 to 10 minutes per side depending on the number of bulbs The charts above show that the E Series and 1000 Series have a much greater treatment area and total power than the other smaller device families These devices use exactly the same part numbers of 6 foot long 100 wait fluorescent bulbs that are commonly used in full sized booths at phototherapy clinics Choose the E Series Expandable Multidirectional when e initial cost is most important because just one E Series MASTER device can provide totally effective full body phototherapy but at the expense of longer treatment times e the ability to EXPAND is important so you can reduce your total treatment time for examp
14. 9 8279 We can also be reached by fax at 705 739 9684 or by email at info SolarcSystems com Our website is SolarcSystems com We will do our best to help 2011 Solarc Systems Inc SolarcSystems com Selection Guide USA Rev7 0 Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema SolR E Series EXPANDABLE I time add devices to EXPAND your Macepiacias OO an system amp reduce treatment times Brackets mount the Master device flat to wall to minimize floor space jE The device is only 3 inches thick 4 Installation takes less than 10 minutes ot 15 a aj a a 1 i i i 1 1 1 Ji i oT iat P ral i r n 7 a 2m a 4 r L j l T ci a OTE I b a Built in hinges connect devices together so they swing open and closed like a door 0 180 degrees Reliable 0 20 minute digital countdown timer with red LED display easily seen while wearing the UV goggles supplied SS Keyed switchlock to prevent unauthorized usage Multi faceted anodized aluminum reflectors boost UVB light output i Two 6 foot long UVB bulbs per device Philips TL100W 01 UVB Narrowband or FS72T12 UVB HO UVB Broadband These are exactly the same bulbs as used by phototherapy clinics ta 6 ft Handles for positioning and transport Each device weighs only 33 pounds For long term serviceability built with common electrical components and a minimum of p
15. B Broadband Le ELT gt a SS Ee oe aaa DAL ae mia gi mI i Simmer UVA PUVA Devices fold up nicely for storage The digital timer and switchlock are Several different UV phototherapy and quickly swing open for treatment important standard safety features waveband bulb types can be fitted Some possible treatment positions The optional Face Shield can be Handles make it easy to move all at 8 12 inches from the bulbs used to minimize UV to the face One device weighs only 33 pounds The SoIRx E Series provides countless configuration options All devices are supplied fully assembled with new bulbs and hardware kit Master devices include UV protective goggles and a comprehensive User s Manual with detailed exposure guidelines for psoriasis vitiligo and eczema Please visit SolarcSystems com for much more information Dimensions inches Device only 3 x 13 x 72 high Boxed 7 x 17 x 78 Weight Device only 33 pounds 15kg Boxed 40 pounds 18 kg Alasieemadseaelsepeans Electrical Uses standard 120Volt 3 prong grounded outlet Health Canada compliant Home Warranty 4 years on device 1 year on the bulbs plus our Arrival Guarantee seria ENEE ET sale by or on order of a Physician UVB Narrowband Models All devices have two 100 watt bulbs Solarc Systems is MASTER Device E720M UVBNB complete with timer amp switchlock ISO 13485 certified ADD ON Device E720A UVBNB no timer or switchlock PHILIDS for t
16. Broadband is considered a more aggressive UV light therapy than UVB Narrowband so it s use is usually reserved for more difficult cases usually after first trying UVB NB UVB Broadband treatment times are much shorter than UVB Narrowband because UVB Broadband has much greater skin burning potential assuming devices with the same number and wattage of bulbs For more information read our Understanding Narrowband UVB Phototherapy article Waveband selection for other skin diseases such as CTCL PMLE pruritus and others are strictly by physician guidance UVB Narrowband devices have an UVB NB or UVBNB suffix in the model number such as 1780UVB NB UVB Broadband models have the UVB suffix only such as 1760UVB Several other different waveband type bulbs can be fitted into some Solarc devices including UVA PUVA aka 350BL aka Philips O9 not available for the 100 Series and UVA 1 365nm peak aka Philips 10 These bulbs are dimensionally interchangeable but if making a waveband change it is important to revise the device label to correctly list the waveband type Users Manuals exposure guidelines and treatment times are not available for all wavebands 3 Number of Bulbs replaceable fluorescent lamp tubes The number of bulbs has one main purpose to reduce treatment time There is a direct relationship between the light power of a device Irradiance Dose and Time as expressed by the equation TIME DOSE IRRADIANCE In
17. Home Units a Viable Option for Continuous or Maintenance Therapy of Photoresponsive Skin Diseases Journal of Cutaneous Medicine amp Surgery Volume 10 Issue 5 234 240 2007 Solarc Systems Inc SolarcSystems com Understanding Narrowband UVB Phototherapy Rev4 0 Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema olR Testimonials amp Customer Feedback It is our greatest pleasure to hear the success stories of our customers and a great source of inspiration This is a sample of some of the comments we have received Most of these are cut amp paste from emails In some cases minor editing has been done to remove personal items and improve readability All initials have been changed in keeping with our privacy policy Text in square brackets was added by Solarc Please see our website SolarcSystems com for hundreds more testimonials just like these SoIRx devices are used mostly for the treatment of psoriasis so most of these comments are related to psoriasis Where other skin diseases have been treated such as vitiligo eczema or vitamin D3 indication is given can t even begin to express to you how this device has changed my life Within a few days of treatment saw a difference Now most of my spots have been reduced to just dry or pink patches with little to no flaking can wear short sleeved shirts without a second thought for the 1st time in nearly 10 years My psoriasis had been getting progressi
18. Manual and its exposure guidelines During the clearing phase the patient must diligently take their treatments increasing treatment times slowly to avoid erythema a process greatly simplified by UVB Narrowband Once clearing is achieved treatment times and frequency can usually be significantly reduced as the patient finds a balance between UVB dosing and their skin s condition with the goal being to minimize total lifetime Cumulative UVB exposure Fortunately once a patient knows that their skin condition can be easily controlled and since the treatment sessions are inherently boring there is less tendency to over treat It is possible that these devices are only replacing the environmental UVB that our ancestors would have received naturally 2007 Solarc Systems Inc The Ottawa Home Phototherapy Study Are Narrow band Ultraviolet B Home Units a Viable Option for Continuous or Maintenance Therapy of Photoresponsive Skin Diseases Original article by Kay Anne Haykal and Jean Pierre DesGroseilliers From the University of Ottawa Division of Dermatology Phototherapy Clinics Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus and Sisters of Charity Ottawa Health Service Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre Ottawa Ontario Canada Reprinted by Solarc Systems Inc with permission from Volume 10 Issue 5 of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery an official publication of the Canadian Dermatology Association For a complete copy of this study p
19. Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema SolkR standard Information Package SIP Thank you for requesting Solarc Systems Standard Information Package for Home UVB Phototherapy This package contains most of the information that you and your physician will need to E Learn more about home UVB phototherapy and Narrowband UVB E Choose the appropriate SolRx device family and model E Apply for coverage with your insurance company if applicable Order the equipment For more detailed information and pictures please visit our website at SolarcSystems com This package includes Home UVB Phototherapy Selection Guide for choosing the SolRx Series UVB Waveband amp number of bulbs Product brochures for the four device families E Series Expandable System 1000 Series Full Body Panels 500 Series Hand Foot amp Spot and the small 100 Series Hand held unit Frequently Asked Questions FAQ answering many common questions See website for many more Understanding Narrowband UVB Phototherapy explaining UVB Narrowband versus UVB Broadband Testimonials Find out what actual users have to say This is but a small sample of the feedback received The Ottawa Home Phototherapy Study Are Narrow band Ultraviolet B Home Units a Viable Option for Continuous or Maintenance Therapy of Photoresponsive Skin Diseases A study of 25 SolRx home units Tips for Insurance Doctor s Letter of Medical Necessity Patient s Letter
20. S PL L86W 01 bulbs model 550UVB NB has the greatest light power intensity irradiance of all the Solarc devices which minimizes the treatment time for the often thick psoriatic skin on the hands and feet All 500 Series models are supplied standard with a hood to reduce light leakage just like at the clinic The hood can be removed quickly without tools allowing the main unit to be rotated to any position for example pointing downward to treat the tops of the feet The 500 Series has a grab handle built tough and is very easy to transport Device weights range from 15 to 25 Ibs 520 to 550 Continued Expandable amp Multidirectional Selection Guide USA Rev7 0 Spot Targeting Isolated patches For spot targeting there are two possible device family selections determined by the size and number of treatment sites If there are only a few small isolated patches such as eloows and knees the 12 5 sq in treatment area high irradiance and targeting capabilities of the 100 Series may be the best choice If the patches are bigger or spread out over a larger area the more powerful 500 Series can be used without the hood to provide about 234 sq in 1 6 sq ft of treatment area which considerably reduces the total treatment time and the mounting yoke allows the unit to rotate any direction If there are many small isolated patches using the small 100 Series to treat them individually may be too time consuming Con
21. SolRx 1760UVB NB 1 PARRISH JA JAENICKE KF 1981 Action Spectrum for phototherapy of psoriasis J Invest Dermatol 76 359 2 FISCHER T ALSINS J BERNE B 1984 Ultraviolet action spectrum and evaluation of ultraviolet lamps for psoriasis healing Int J Dermatol 23 633 3 BOER I SCHOTHORST AA SUURMOND D 1980 UVB phototherapy of psoriasis Dermatologica 161 250 4 VAN WEELDEN H BAART DE LA FAILLE H YOUNG E VAN DER LEUN JC 1988 A new development in UVB phototherapy of psoriasis British Journal of Dermatology 119 5 KARVONEN J KOKKONEN E RUOTSALAINEN E 1989 311nm UVB lamps in the treatment of psoriasis with the Ingram regimen Acta Derm Venereol Stockh 69 6 JOHNSON B GREEN C LAKSHMIPATHI T FERGUSON J 1988 Ultraviolet radiation phototherapy for psoriasis The use of a new narrow band UVB fluorescent lamp Proc 2nd Eur Photobiol Congr Padua Italy 7 GREEN C FERGUSON J LAKSHMIPATHI T JOHNSON B 311 UV phototherapy An effective treatment for psoriasis Department of Dermatology University of Dundee 8 TANEW A RADAKOVIC FIJAN S SCHEMPER M HONIGSMANN H 1999 Narrowband UV B phototherapy vs photochemotherapy in the treatment of plaque type psoriasis Arch Dermatol 1999 135 519 524 9 WALTERS I 1999 Suberythematogenic narrow band UVB is markedly more effective than conventional UVB in treatment of psoriasis vulgaris J Am Acad Dermatol 1999 40 893 900 10 HAYKAL K A DESGROSEILLIERS J P 2006 Are Narrow band Ultraviolet B
22. amage losses What maintenance does a home phototherapy device require The only maintenance that is required is the occasional cleaning of the bulbs and reflectors using any common glass cleaner We also recommend checking the accuracy of the digital timer periodically Appropriate maintenance instructions are given in the SolRx Users Manual What is the warranty Solarc is ISO 13485 medical device certified We use only the highest quality components and manufacturing methods in the construction of the SolRx Home Units These devices have an excellent track record of reliability and boast a four year warranty on the device and an unequalled one year limited warranty on the bulbs FAQ Rev5 0 SolarcSystems com Continued What if the unit arrives damaged Any product containing glass bulbs is at risk of shipping damage Our shipping containers are highly developed and heavy duty but yes there are times when damage does occur In the vast majority of cases this is simply a broken bulb s Our long standing Arrival Guarantee policy is to immediately ship the replacement bulbs or any other part if necessary at no cost to the customer We ask that the customer make the repairs on site Solarc reserves the right to request proof of the damage Does Solarc Systems ship to the USA Routinely All Solarc SolRx devices are US FDA compliant Payment is made in US dollars using the US Order Form The amount listed is all that you pay freight
23. ame steel frame components and differ only in the number of bulbs installed For example the eight bulob 1780 uses the same main frame as a four bulb 1740 but the bulbs are packed in much tighter to increase the device irradiance light power density and reduce treatment times Devices with more bulbs will also have more ballasts and weigh more Does the unit produce a lot of heat No All SolRx Phototherapy Units use modern fluorescent bulbs and electronic ballasts where possible They produce about as much heat as any other similar sized fluorescent bulb Will get a tan using a home UVB phototherapy device Some people report that they get a tan and others don t UVB is known to create more melanocytes in your skin the cells needed for maximum skin darkening but UVA light is the primary contributor to tanning Dosages also play an important role The SolRx Users Manual provides conservative treatment times Excessive tanning has not been reported More likely is some temporary skin reddening if the dosage approaches its maximum erythema Will the UV light fade colours in the room lt is a fact that prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light will fade colours However this requires considerable cumulative amounts of UV light Because a home UVB unit Is used relatively infrequently as compared to exterior paint exposed to daily sunlight our practical experience is that colour fading is not an issue If it occurs it is barely perceptible
24. and brokerage included The devices are NAFTA eligible and duty free Solarc does not collect any US taxes If US taxes are payable they are payable by the purchaser Our US website is located at solarcsystems com us_main html Does Solarc Systems ship Internationally Yes We have been using a single reliable freight forwarder for several years Some of the countries and remote locations we have supplied products to include Alaska Albania Australia Brazil Cyprus Guam Hawaii Hong Kong India Israel Italy Korea Mexico New Zealand Panama Qatar Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Yukon Extra freight charges apply All shipments are air freight to the nearest international airport where the customer is responsible for importing the device according to local requirements There is no door to door delivery You must go to the airport to pick up the product All import customs duties and brokerage is payable by the purchaser The device is shipped with our standard customs paperwork package including a commercial invoice and product identification All the paperwork you need is typically attached to the outside of the shipping box Pricing is per the US order form plus extra freight charges supplied by quote We can converse by email in any language using a web translator such as Altavista s Babelfish We are pleased to help our friends worldwide Will my insurance company help with the cost Many insurance companies rec
25. antly reduced our UV exposure and contributed to health problems in some Will home UVB phototherapy work for me The best way to determine if home UVB phototherapy will work for you is to first get a proper diagnosis from your physician and if warranted take treatments at a phototherapy clinic near you to establish efficacy SolRx devices use exactly the same UV bulbs as used in the clinic so if the clinic treatments prove successful there is an excellent chance that home phototherapy will also work as supported by the medical study of twenty five SolRx UVB Narrowband home units in the Ottawa area Are Narrow band Ultraviolet B Home Units a Viable Option for Continuous or Maintenance Therapy of Photoresponsive Skin Diseases If you cannot attend a phototherapy clinic your response to natural sunlight is usually a good indicator Does your skin condition get better in the summer Have you ever deliberately taken sun exposure to improve your skin Do you take vacations to sunny climates to clear your skin Have you had some success clearing your psoriasis using tanning equipment Note Tanning equipment emits UVA light but contains some UVB up to a government regulated maximum of approximately 8 For comments from actual home phototherapy users see our Testimonials brochure Should I be using UVA or UVB for home phototherapy For the vast majority of people UVB is the best treatment option UVA is less desirable because it requires the us
26. ase Also available UVB Broadband UVA amp UVA1 Please visit SolarcSystems com for more info Dimensions inches 24 x 13 5 x 6 5 high without hood or yoke Weight 15 to 25 pounds including hood amp yoke Electrical Uses standard 120 volt 3 prong grounded outlet max 1 8 amps SSOCR Home Warranty 4 years on device 1 year on bulbs plus our Arrival Guarantee Solarc Systems is Health Canada compliant fied for the design S520UVB NB 2 bulbs 72 watts amp manufacturing of S530UVB NB 3 bulbs 108 watts dical ultraviolet f VB Narrowbanc US Federal law restricts this device for Mealcal ultraviole SSOUVB NB 5 bulbs 180 watts sale by or on order of a Physician phototherapy SSOUVB NB CR For Clinic Use equipment Toll Free 1 866 813 3357 705 739 8279 Fax 705 739 9684 E ma il nfo SolArcSystems com SolArcSystems com SYSTEMS INC SOLARC 1515 Snow Valley Road Minesing ON LOL 1Y3 S 500 Series Brochure Rev5 0 Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema Solkk 100 Series Small Spot Treatment Scalp Treatment Bulbs facing down Model 120UVB NB 2 Bulbs 18 Watts UVB Narrowband Bulbs facing up Controller not shown The SolRx 100 Series is a small UVB Narrowband device for the treatment of psoriasis vitiligo and eczema It has a treatment area of 2 5 x 5 inches 12 5 square inches The wand is hand held or self supporting and complete with the
27. available TL100W 01 6ft UVB Narrowband Long length Philips 120 00 TL100W 01 FS72 6ft UVB Narrowband FS72 or Short length Philips 120 00 OT PL L36W 01__ i Fits Solarc 500 Series UVB Narrowband Philips 105 00 ET PL S9W 01 Fits Solarc 100 Series UVB Narrowband Philips 45 00 OL PL S9W 12_____ Fits Solarc 100 Series UVB Broadband Philips 45 00 FS72T12 UVB HO__ Fits Solarc 6ft UVB Broadband and many others 110 00 a ee Me Shipping For replacement bulbs beyond points Call for pricing Call Total Purchase US Notes 1 The Total Purchase price is the entire amount that is payable and the only charge that will be made to your credit card This amount includes all freight customs and brokerage Solarc Systems does not collect any US or International taxes If any US or International taxes apply they are payable by the purchaser All devices are fully assembled with new ultraviolet bulbs 1 pair ultraviolet protective goggles comprehensive user s manual with exposure guidelines for psoriasis amp vitiligo and mounting hardware if needed There is nothing else that you need to purchase Shipping is included to most locations in continental USA Extra charges apply for Beyond Points amp International The US Department of Homeland Security requires that imports greater than US 2500 must identify the ultimate consignee using the custom
28. cSystems com FAQ Rev5 0 How much room do need for a SolIRx 1000 series unit The SolRx 1000 Series Full Body Panel is designed to take up an absolute minimum amount of room in your home They are only 31 2 thick by 29 wide and mount flat up against a wall or in a corner with the bottom resting on the floor Casters are not practical because they must have a wide wheelbase to keep the unit from tipping over and therefore greatly increase the floor space needed Casters also increase the distance between the bottom of the bulbs and the floor making a platform necessary for lower leg treatment Our considerable experience has been that once the device is mounted it is out of the way and there is little need to have it moved The author s personal 1000 series unit has been in the same place for over 15 years What are the electrical requirements All SolRx phototherapy Units plug into any standard 120 Volt 3 prong electrical outlet common to almost all homes in North America There are no special electrical requirements The AC Current ratings at 120Vac are 1000 Series Full body models 1740 3 1 amps 1760 4 7 amps 1780 6 3 amps 1790 7 9 amps 500 Series Hand Foot amp Spot models 520 0 7 amps 530 0 9 amps 550 1 6 amps 100 Series Hand held model 120 0 4 amps Most homes use 15 amp circuit breakers Are the SolRx models with more bulbs physically larger devices No For a given device family all models use the s
29. creasing the number of bulbs increases the irradiance and therefore reduces the treatment time The goal for phototherapy equipment is almost always to reduce the total patient treatment time so it is less onerous to take treatments and the patient more willing to follow the treatment schedule It follows that when comparing devices of similar size and type the best equipment value can generally be determined by simply calculating the cost per watt of total bulb power for example by simply dividing the price in dollars by the total bulb wattage This of course assumes that the devices being compared are the same type multidirectional panel hand amp foot or hand held and have comparable value added features such as built in digital timer switchlock reflectors and other accessories Continued Selection Guide USA Rev7 0 The second last number in the SolRx model number denotes the number of bulbs For instance a 1740UVB has 4 bulbs and a S30UVB NB has 3 bulbs The only exception to this is the 10 bulb 1790UVB NB The choice of number of bulbs is influenced by the skin condition being treated and in the case of psoriasis your skin s natural pigment skin type For other skin conditions please consult your physician Solarc may also be able to provide information from our library UVB Broadband devices usually have fewer bulbs than UVB Narrowband devices because UVB Broadband has considerably greater potential to cause erythema burni
30. ction subject to verification with your insurance company For a single E Series E720 6 foot Expandable device or the 1000 Series 6 foot full body panels the code is E0693 UV light therapy system panel includes bulbs lamps timer and eye protection 6 foot panel For the 500 Series Hand Foot Spot device and 100 Series Hand held models the code is E0691 UV light therapy system panel includes bulbs lamps timer and eye protection treatment are 2 square feet or less If your insurance company does not typically cover Durable Medical Equipment or a pre authorization is required it may be necessary for you to supply your physician with a copy of the following Doctor s Letter of Medical Necessity over and ask if they have time to create a personalized version of this for you on their stationery or have them simply fill in the blanks There may be a cost for this The website s Download Center has an editable MS Word doc template that you may wish to provide on disc for their convenience You can make this request at the same time you get a prescription You may also be required to submit your medical records and past insurance claims also available from your physician s office Once this work is complete there are two approaches 1 Make your claim directly to your insurance company This is the simplest approach but will require that you pay for the product in advance then be reimbursed by your insurance company Because there
31. d treatment in late August and currently am up to 2 minutes 30 seconds per front and back am finding my stubborn patches are along my sides so rotate accordingly during the 2 30 find this amount of time is working for now also keep my face covered during treatment guess am in maintenance mode Overall this machine has greatly improved the quality of my day to day life am no longer looking over my shoulder for flakes of skin feel more confident wearing short sleeve shirts etc feel like have control over my psoriasis without the dreaded relapse of other treatments like topical ointments The winter climate in Winnipeg is also tough on my skin especially when there is a major cold snap Because have been able to keep my psoriasis in check I notice less discomfort related to cold dry weather Thank you for developing this product wish had found out about it sooner It is worth every cent E V think purchased my unit from you around 1993 It s a 6 ft 6 bulb UVB unit Amazingly not one bulb has burnt out use it mostly during the winter whenever get a bad flare up start at around 30 sec and work my way up to about 3 minutes The highest think I ve got it up to was 5 minutes per side but that was a long time ago use it around 1 month at a time That usually helps although never truly clears up my skin don t want to over do it because l m concerned about long term side effects like skin cancer Thus
32. d treatment time for one side the START button is pressed and the lights go on When the first side is complete the lights go off automatically The patient then turns around and repeats for the other side s The whole procedure takes little more than the time actually soent under the bulbs Many people take their treatment immediately after a shower which has the added benefit of exfoliating dead skin to improve light transmission to the lesions For 500 Series devices the procedure is similar but positioning is different depending on hand foot use or spot treatment Likewise for the 100 Series Hand held unit For all devices it is important to not significantly overlap treatment areas because this may cause localized overexposure How often are treatments taken and how long are the treatment times For psoriasis during the clearing phase treatments are taken 3 to 5 times per week Treatment times are slowly increased with the number of exposures The first treatments are only seconds long working up to several minutes per side after forty or more exposures and depending on the individual and physician advice After significant clearing is achieved the maintenance phase begins treatments are taken anywhere from three times per week to not at all and times are reduced accordingly For vitiligo treatments are usually taken twice per week never on consecutive days Treatment times are typically less than those for psoriasis The SolRx UVB Nar
33. e of the drug methoxsalen Psoralen taken orally or in a pre treatment bath and carefully measured doses of UVA light using a light meter These PUVA treatments are much more difficult to administer in the home than UVB PUVA is therefore usually reserved for the very worst cases and is best done in a clinic PUVA also has more side effects than UVB UVB home phototherapy does not require use of any drug to be effective and does not require use of a UVB light meter UVB home phototherapy can also be used in combination with topical drugs applied directly to the lesions for greater efficacy For example tar preparations LCD steroids and calcipotriene Dovonex Dovobet Taclonex What is the difference between UVB Broadband and UVB Narrowband Conventional Broadband UVB bulbs emit light in a broad range that includes both the therapeutic wavelengths specific to the treatment of skin diseases plus the shorter wavelengths responsible for sunburning Sunburning has a negative therapeutic benefit increases the risk of skin cancer and limits the amount of therapeutic UVB that can be taken Narrowband UVB bulbs on the other hand emit light over a very short range of wavelengths concentrated primarily in the therapeutic range UVB Narrowband is therefore theoretically safer and more effective than UVB Broadband but requires either longer treatment times or equipment with more bulbs to achieve the same dosage threshold UVB Narrowband no
34. e written by a dermatologist any medical doctor MD is acceptable including of course general practitioners GP s and nurse practitioners Each device family or SolRx Series is uniquely designed to perform a different type of phototherapy treatment generally based on the device s treatment area shape and size Within each device family are several device models that share the same basic construction and features but differ in the quantity of bulbs or in the case of the E Series the number of devices and the wavelength of ultraviolet light they produce UVB Narrowband or UVB Broadband The following chart is properly scaled to show the relative treatment areas of each of the four device families 1000 Series a Xie 2088 sq in 14 5 sq ft 400 1000 watts 500 Se ries E Series 18 x 13 EXPANDABLE 234 sq in a0 Xie 1 6 sq ft 900 sq in 6 25 sq ft PER DEVICE 72 180 watts 6 feet 200 watts per device Any number of devices can be used Up to 5 devices can be operated from one 120V 15amp outlet 100 Series 2 5 x 9 12 5 sq in 0 09 sq ft 18 watts SoIRx Device Family 100 Series 500 Series 1000 Series E Series Expandable UVB Narrowband UVB NB 120UVB NB 2 550UVB NB 5 1790UVB NB 10 E720M UVBNB 2 MASTER SolRx Device Models 530UVB NB 3 1780UVB NB 8 E720A UVBNB 2 ADD ON of bulbs 520UVB NB 2 1760UVB NB 6 1740UVB NB 4 UVB Broadband UVB 120UVB 2 550UVB
35. electronic mail Results Twenty five patients completed the questionnaire One refused to participate and one was out of the country The main reasons for choosing home phototherapy were time 40 travel expenses 25 difficulty with work schedule 17 and recommendation by a physician 6 Other reasons included loss of earnings personal stress knowledge that the disease recurs when phototherapy is discontinued moving from the city personal stress and the convenience of being at home Regarding the effectiveness of the home phototherapy 24 patients 96 viewed the home unit approach to be effective All patients agreed that they would continue the treatment they would repeat it and they would recommend it Few patients reported side effects such as erythema 36 blisters 195 pruritus 895 and dryness 1 Fourteen patients 56 reported not experiencing any side effects Conclusion Narrow band ultraviolet B home phototherapy was found to be an effective form of maintenance therapy for photoresponsive diseases lt is safe and presents few side effects when patients receive appropriate guidelines teaching and follow ups From the University of Ottawa Division of Dermatology University of Ottawa Phototherapy Clinics Ottawa Hospital Civice Campus and Sisters of Charity Ottawa Health Service Elisabeth Bruyere Health Centre Ottawa ON Address reprint requests to Kay Anne Haykal OD MD 671 Malibu Terrace Otta
36. er s social security number SSN Please enter on page 2 if required 2013 Solarc Systems Inc Rev 9 2 USA PATIENT RESPONSIBLE PERSON INFORMATION Please print clearly Patient Name Responsible Person Name Address City State Zip Phone Email If purchase is greater than US 2500 provide your SSN here Solarc Systems Inc Terms and Conditions of Sale for Ultraviolet Phototherapy Device 1 The Device is defined as a Solarc SolRx Ultraviolet Phototherapy Lamp Unit or Ultraviolet Phototherapy Bulbs 2 The Patient is defined as the person that is intended to receive ultraviolet skin treatments using the Device 3 The Responsible Person is defined as the Patient or any person that is in care or custody of the Patient such as a parent or guardian 4 A Healthcare Professional is defined as a medical doctor MD or nurse practitioner qualified to provide advice on ultraviolet phototherapy and qualified to perform skin examinations for skin cancer and other adverse effects 5 The Responsible Person acknowledges that they have been advised by Solarc Systems to seek the advice of a Healthcare Professional to ensure that ultraviolet phototherapy is a suitable treatment option for the Patient s diagnosis and to evaluate the Responsible Person s ability to use the Device safely 6 The Responsible Person agrees that the Device will be used only by the Patient 7 The Responsible Person agrees that the De
37. escribe these relationships The greater the action spectrum sensitivity the more responsive is the process to that wavelength The action spectrum for Psoriasis has been studied to determine that the most therapeutic wavelengths are 296 to 313 nm Conventional UVB Broadband lamps cover this range and have been used successfully FIGURE 2 ACTION SPECTRUM FOR ERYTHEMA p100 UVB BROADBAND 80 60 40 20 0 SYSTEMS INC ACTION SPECTRUM SENSITIVITY known as the TL 01 or UVB Narrowband lamp The smaller grey shaded area in FIGURE 3 shows that UVB Narrowband lamps have considerably less erythemogenic output Sunburn potential than conventional UVB Broadband lamps This means that more therapeutic UVB can be delivered before erythema occurs And since erythema is a risk factor for skin cancer these new lamps should theoretically be less carcinogenic for the same therapeutic results f Furthermore and critical to the success witnessed by home UVB Narrowband phototherapy it becomes much more possible that the disease is controlled without ever reaching the erythemogenic threshold which was always a problem with UVB Broadband treatments a FIGURE 3 In the late 1980 s Philips Lighting of Holland developed just such a lamp NARROWBAND ACTION SPECTRUM FOR ERYTHEMA 100 80 60 Watts cm 2 nm 40 20 os With the goal being to minimize the total cumulative dosage of er
38. he design amp A maximum of 4 ADD ON devices can be connected to one MASTER manufacturing of Each MASTER device requires its own dedicated 15 amp circuit UVB Narrowband MERCA TAVIE phototherapy equipment Toll Free 1866 813 3357 705 739 8279 Fax 705 739 9684 Email info SolArcSystems com D SolArcSystems com SOLARC l l SYSTEMS INC 1515 Snow Valley Road Minesing ON LOL 1Y3 E Series Brochure Rev3 0 Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema Solk 1000 Series Two simple brackets mount the unit flat to wall or in a corner to minimize floor space The device is only 3 1 2 inches thick All hardware is supplied Installation takes less than 10 minutes Reliable 0 20 minute digital countdown timer with UL 10Amp ballast rating The red LED display is easily seen while wearing the UV goggles Anodized aluminum reflectors boost UVB light output Parabolic sections at outer bulbs improve peripheral output Keyed switchlock to prevent unauthorized usage 6 foot long UVB bulbs 4 6 8 10 Philips TL100W 01 UVB Narrowband or FS72T12 UVB HO UVB Broadband These are exactly the same bulbs as used by phototherapy clinics For long term serviceability the device is built with common non proprietary electrical components and a minimum of plastic parts Powder painted 20 gauge steel construction securely fastened with nyloc nuts for durability Hinged wire guards swing out of the
39. herapy device designed specifically for use in my home believe that it is necessary for me to acquire this equipment for the following reasons e My treatment at the nearest phototherapy clinic requires a hour round trip times per week The hours of operation of the clinic and my working schedule make this an impractical alternative and have had to stop treatment as a result It is expected that will require phototherapy for many years to come thus justifying use of a home UVB phototherapy device e Use of a home UVB phototherapy device would eliminate the need for me to leave work to visit the phototherapy clinic My treatment schedule calls for visits per week each taking hours for the round trip This has created problems for my employer that could be eliminated by my use of a home UVB phototherapy device e Because my home is miles kilometers from the nearest phototherapy clinic and require treatments per week institutional phototherapy it is not a practical option A home UVB phototherapy device is the only way that can fill my doctor s prescription for UVB phototherapy e The severity of my skin condition has caused my doctor to prescribed phototherapy treatments times per week Since the phototherapy clinic is closed this is not possible unless use a home UVB phototherapy device e Use of ahome UVB phototherapy device often results in a substantial reduction in use of expensive drugs estimate that have been using ap
40. ight produce different effects on materials FOR PSORIASIS Many important processes have been scientifically studied to determine 100 UVB BROADBAND 80 IRRADIANCE Watts cm 2 nm ACTION SPECTRUM SENSITIVITY 60 40 for many years FIGURE 1 20 0 oo0oo0oo0oo0oooooO O O ONDNOANNTWMO OR NNN MMMOMAMOMMOMM MYM WAVELENGTH nm The action spectrum for sunburning of human skin also known as erythema has also been studied Erythema is dominated by the lower wavelengths less than 305nm of the UVB range Unfortunately conventional UVB Broadband lamps produce a large amount of light in this erythemogenic range These wavelengths produce burning but have little therapeutic value What s more the onset of burning is normally the limiting factor in the amount of UVB that can be administered and erythema is a major risk factor for skin cancer Erythema also causes patient discomfort which may discourage some patients from taking treatments The grey shaded area in FIGURE 2 gives a graphical representation of the substantial erythemogenic content of UVB Broadband lamps So why not develop a light source that produces most of its output in the psoriasis action spectrum and minimizes light in the erythema action spectrum Continued SolarcSystems com Watts cm 2 nm IRRADIANCE the relative contribution of each wavelength to the studied process Graphs known as action spectrum are used to d
41. is no intermediary this will ensure the lowest possible product cost to your insurance company and minimize the deductible that you will have to pay You may wish to complement your claim with a letter to your insurance company using the Patient s Letter to Insurance Company below Also available in MS Word format from the website Download Center This is your opportunity to make a business case for acquiring the device In other words based on your usage of drugs and other costs will the device pay for itself If you need a Proforma Invoice please contact Solarc Systems and we will fax or email one to you promptly Once your claim is approved you will receive an authorization letter from your insurance company Then submit your order to Solarc using our standard order form The product will be shipped directly to your home and include a signed and dated invoice that you can use as proof of purchase Complete your claim by submitting the invoice to your insurance company for reimbursement Keep a copy of the invoice for your own records 2 Go to a local Home Medical Equipment HME supplier This is a company that deals in supplies like wheelchairs and home oxygen and could even be the pharmacy you use now The HME can deal directly with your insurance company and eliminate the need for you to pay for the product in advance The HME collects from your insurance company and in turn purchases the product from Solarc Solarc then nor
42. lastic parts i Powder painted 18 amp 20 gauge steel construction securely fastened with nyloc nuts for durability C o TMAA 10 Device Wrap Around Booth 2 Master Devices 8 Add On Di _ ee IM BA The wire guard is easily removed AmB for access to the bulbs Uses standard 120V power No special electrical requirements Connect up to 5 devices per circuit Bulbs designed as low as possible to the floor to minimize the need for a patient platform to treat the lower leg k Large footprint low friction sliders Master Device glide over the floor for easy 12 8 f Model E720M UVBNB positioning of devices between hinge points 2 Bulbs 200 Watts r Y UVB Narrowband The SoIRx E Series is the world s only modular phototherapy system that can be expanded from a low cost 2 bulb panel all the way to highly efficient multidirectional wrap around booth It is the perfect solution for anyone that is not certain about phototherapy or for those that simply want the best For the treatment of psoriasis vitiligo and eczema Please see SOlarcSystems com for much more information Sol Rx E Series Expandable amp Multidirectional ASTER DD ON ADD ON ADD ON The Master device by itself is fully One MASTER can control up to 4 Any namber of ES can be hinged ADD ON capable of effective UVB treatment Add On devices 5 devices total together and adjusted to any shape i ia is Y E sesam UV
43. latform The device uses a standard 3 prong grounded wall outlet 120 Volt AC lj y i Some possible treatment positions All at 8 12 inches from the bulbs The digital timer and switchlock are important standard safety features Body Panel 6 Foot Parabolic reflectors at the outer bulbs provide better coverage to your sides kaal K kremas UVB Narrowsand Narrowband TL ioaad PETI LEISTET i zas UVB Broadband Pee eper mk a re cc i oe TEA AFTY i Saca UVA PUVA The unit can accept all three ultraviolet phototherapy bulb types lt 1780UVB NB 69 Ibs 31kg It s compact and has a reasonable weight One person can handle it Twenty years of experience has proven the SolRx 1000 Series to be a convenient effective and economical alternative to hospital phototherapy All units are supplied fully assembled with new bulbs UV protective goggles hardware kit and comprehensive User s Manual with detailed exposure guidelines for psoriasis and vitiligo There is nothing else you need to purchase Please visit SolarcSystems com for much more information and pictures Dimensions inches 29 x 3 5 x 72 high device only Weight 60 to 74 pounds models 1740 to 1790 device only Electrical Home Warranty Two UVB Broadband models 1740UVB 4 bulbs 400 watts 1760UVB 6 bulbs 600 watts Bulb types are interchangeable Four UVB Narrowband models 1740UVB NB
44. le after the effectiveness for your skin condition has been established or when more funds are available e you want the highest performance because the many configurations of the E Series are better at delivering ultraviolet light AROUND the patient s body which further reduces the total treatment time e portability is important because an E Series system can be very easily separated into individual 33 pound twin bulb devices each with its own carrying handle e you want the ultimate full surround booth now or maybe sometime in the future Choose the 1000 Series Full Body Panel when e you feel more comfortable with a simple single device system with 20 years of proven effectiveness e an insurance company is paying for a panel device only because they may agree to buy only one single device and a multiple bulb 1000 Series has better performance than a 2 bulb E Series MASTER e you want a system with the lowest overall cost per bulb e there is not enough floor space for a multidirectional system the 1000 Series just lies flat against a wall e you are familiar with panel type devices and know that you will never need to expand the system e you want to buy one device that you are pretty sure will work and not any more devices in the future Hand amp Foot Treatment Hand amp Foot treatments are best given using the 500 Series as it is designed specifically for that purpose By using very high performance PHILIP
45. lease contact Solarc Systems or use our Download Center at SolarcSystems com BASIC CLINICAL SCIENCE Are Narrow Band Ultraviolet B Home Units a Viable Option for Continuous or Maintenance Therapy of Photoresponsive D iseases Reprinted by Solarc Systems Inc with permission from Volume 10 Issue 5 of the Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery an official publication of the Canadian Dermatology Association Kay Anne Haykal and Jean Pierre DesGroseilliers Background Phototherapy is an effective treatment for several photoresponsive diseases Many patients are unable to attend hospital based treatment and prefer home phototherapy Objectives The purpose of this study is to survey patients who were prescribed home phototherapy to determine the viability of narrow band ultraviolet B home units in the continuous or maintenance treatment of photoresponsive diseases Methods A patient questionnaire was prepared focusing on different areas of interest the reason for choosing home therapy appropriate teaching previous medical treatment present exposure therapy Improvement of the condition side effects regular dermatologic follow ups and the effectiveness of this approach Twenty seven patients who attended the photodermatology clinics at the Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Health Service at the Elisabeth Bruy re Health Centre in Ottawa and the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus were contacted and they completed a questionnaire by telephone or
46. mally drop ships the product directly to your home but in some cases the HME will make the delivery Solarc traditionally compensates the HME by providing a discount off the standard price However the HME may also substantially increase the price further to your insurance company which could result in a much larger deductible The deductible and any other amounts are normally payable to the HME before the product will be shipped The HME will need the following information Patient legal name including middle initial Primary Insured date of birth Patient date of birth Primary Insured address if different Name of insurance company Name of Primary Care Physician PCP often different than Insurance company address and phone number prescribing physician and many times necessary to place Insurance web site address if known the referral Member Identification Number Primary Care Physician PCP phone number Group Network number Solarc product and contact information including the Employer name or ID CPT HCPCS Procedure Code listed above Name of Primary Insured This is when someone is E0694 E0693 or E0691 covered by a spouse or parent SOLARC S SYSTEMS INC Continued Tips for Insurance USA Rev6 0 Doctor s Letter of Medical Necessity for Home UVB Phototherapy Equipment Sample Only Modify to suit the patient s personal circumstances Template available in MS Word from SolarcSystems com Doctor s Letterhead
47. mbled with new compact fluorescent bulbs UV protective goggles set of 6 Aperture Plates carrying case and comprehensive User s Manual with detailed exposure guidelines for psoriasis and vitiligo The Light Brush and Positioning Arm are optional Dimensions inches Case 4 5 x 12x16 Wand 2 25 x 3 5x 7 Case weight 8 lbs Model 120U VB NB including all components Electrical Uses standard 120 volt 3 prong grounded outlet 0 4 amps Solarc Systems is Home Warranty 4 years on the device and 1 year on the bulbs ISO 13485 certified for the design amp Two UVB Narrowband models man All SolRx models are US FDA and manufacturing of MTEL F Health Canada compliant 120UVB NB 2 bulbs 18 watts medical ultraviolet 110UVB NB 1 bulb 9 watts YB Narrowbanc US Federal law restricts this device for phototherapy Also available UVB Broadband amp UVA1 sale by or on order of a Physician equipment Toll Free 1866 813 3357 705 739 8279 Fax 705 739 9684 Email info SolArcSystems com SolArcSystems com 1515 Snow Valley Road Minesing ON LOL 1Y3 100 Series Brochure Rev5 0 Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema SolR Frequently Asked Questions FAQ What is ultraviolet UV phototherapy Ultraviolet phototherapy is the use of specific wavelengths of the sun s natural spectrum for the treatment of skin disorders such as psoriasis vitiligo and atopic dermatitis eczema Phototherapy devices
48. ng theoretically by a factor of 4 to 5 times In other words UVB Narrowband treatment times are typically much longer than UVB Broadband so more bulbs are needed to compensate Psoriasis For FULL BODY UVB Narrowband treatment of psoriasis the 1000 Series 6 or 8 bulb models 1760UVB NB amp 1780UVB NB have become the most popular Based on feedback from our after sale follow ups they provide reasonable treatment times 1 10 minutes per side and work well for most people For full body psoriasis patients that require higher dosages such as dark skinned people or perhaps determined by experience from the phototherapy clinic or for those that are not concerned with price the 10 bulb 1790UVB NB is a good choice as is the new multidirectional and expandable E Series which offers the very best performance amoung several other innovative features The E Series is unique in its ability to start as a super economical 6 foot 2 bulb 200 watt panel and then later be EXPANDED by adding more 2 bulb devices to eventually surround the patient and provide so called multidirectional phototherapy with much better light delivery efficiency than flat panel type devices For FULL BODY UVB Broadband treatment of psoriasis because UVB Broadband treatment times are quite short the 4 bulb 1740UVB is usually adequate the 1740UVB was the original Solarc device from 1992 The 6 bulb 1760UVB is a good choice if you might want to later change the waveband to UVB Narr
49. of the Ottawa clinics All patients used Narrowband UVB home phototherapy devices with Philips O1 311nm bulbs All patients used Solarc SolRx home phototherapy devices exclusively Of the Solarc SolRx devices used 18 were 1000 Series full body panels 1760UVB NB and 1780UVB NB and 7 were 500 Series Hand Foot amp Spot devices 550UVB NB questions The survey consisted of approximately 30 questions See the Appendix in the article for the actual E Solarc Systems Inc provided no financial support for this study A summary of the article s FINDINGS are With direct quotes from the article in quotation marks E Twenty four 96 viewed the home unit approach to be effective and only one patient was not yet convinced That patient had the device only for 2 weeks E All patients agreed that they would continue the treatment they would repeat it and they would recommend it E Few patients reported any side effects Continued E 12 patients 48 described their improvement to be marked 12 patients said that it was average and only 1 patient reported that it was minimal That patient had the device only for 2 weeks E In comparison between home versus hospital phototherapy 6 patients 25 regarded home treatment to be superior 12 patients 48 had similar results and 7 patients viewed the hospital therapy as more effective E Twenty four patients 96 believed that the information received by SolArc Sys
50. ognize home phototherapy equipment as Durable Medical Equipment DME and will help with some or all of the initial purchase Sometimes however this requires some persistence because home phototherapy device is sometimes not on the insurance company s list of pre approved devices The best results are usually obtained by referring the request to more senior human resources staff and making the case that the device will save drug costs and improve quality of life A Doctor s letter to that effect is also useful Solarc continues to work at getting all insurance companies to cover this equipment See also Tips for Insurance Reimbursement brochure Can I claim home UV phototherapy equipment on my Canadian income taxes Yes The 2005 Canadian Federal Budget added phototherapy equipment for the treatment of psoriasis and other skin disorders as an allowable Medical Expense Tax Credit METC as listed in the Income Tax Act 118 2 2 i A prescription is NOT required Please visit our METC webpage for more info How Do I Place An Order Solarc Systems requires the following to complete an order for Home Phototherapy equipment lf applicable a physician s prescription indicating UVB Narrowband or UVB Broadband home phototherapy device OR the completed Physician s Approval section of the Order Form Note The physician does NOT have to be a dermatologist any medical doctor MD is acceptable The Solarc Order Form completed by the
51. olarc will acknowledge your order SolarcSystems com and provide shipping information SYSTEMS INC PPOARS Qty Part Number Product Description Unit Price Total E720M UVBNB_ MASTER device with timer Always required first 1195 00 E720A UVBNB_ ADD ON device Up to 4 allowed per Master device 995 00 Face Shield M_____ Face Shield for MASTER device TS 35 00 Face Shield A Face Shield for ADD ON device TS 35 00 E 2895 00 2595 00 1760UVB NB_ 6 Bulb UVB Narrowband 600 watts 2295 00 as a a 2095 00 Hand Foot amp Spot Phototherapy SolIRx 500 Series Tabletop device with 36 watt bulbs PL L86W 01 550UVB NB_ 5 Bulbs UVB Narrowband 180 watts 1695 00 530UVB NB_ 3 Bulbs UVB Narrowband 108 watts 1395 00 520UVB NB_ 2 Bulbs UVB Narrowband 72 watts 1195 00 100 Series Handheld Phototherapy Small wand with two 9 watt bulbs Includes carrying case and one set of six Aperture Plates The Positioning Arm and UV Brush for scalp psoriasis are optional 120UVB NB_ 2 Bulbs UVB Narrowband 18 watts 795 00 120UVB_ Cs 2 Bulbs UVB Broadband 18 watts 795 00 Arm 100 Positioning Arm Kit for 100 Series units 245 00 UV Brush 100 UV Brush for 100 Series 1 5000 AP 100 Spare Aperture Plates for 100 Series Setof6 25 00 Common Replacement Ultraviolet Bulbs Shipping amp Packaging Extra Many other UV bulb types
52. on Thank you for including the goggles with the order forgot to order them when ordered the bulbs Again thank you for your excellent personal professional service S T Yes my skin improved greatly Besides few stubborn spots my skin is clear Also have made some lifestyle changes which together with light therapy worked well No problem with either equipment or manual W A Just a short note to say that received a Canadian federal tax credit for the unit that purchased from you The amount refunded depends on a persons income saved 887 44 which worked out to about 32 5 of 2728 50 S T Testimonials Rev4 0 SolarcSystems com am using the phototherapy unit to treat my patients here on Guam am using it for psoriasis vitiligo severe eczema It is working great and has made a tremendous difference to the lives of quite a few people There have been no side effects except for mild redness ever Only one person failed to improve significantly with the treatment psoriasis person It has been most rewarding to treat these folks particularly the children with no side effect and such great results am very happy with your unit had originally wished for a full box but the folks come in do one side turn around and do the other and out they go The extra few minutes does not make a difference in my practice J L MD just wanted to thank you for all your help with the UVB panel It s only been 3 weeks
53. ow have things under control had been using tanning booths for a couple months before started the light so started at one minute quickly learned could up this quite a bit to start with think then went to two minutes with no pink so raised it maybe 20 or 30 secs and then started getting pink so backed off 10 secs and gradually went up 10 secs every other day till think I m at a maintenance dose now at 4 30 do treatments usually 2 or 3 days apart There are a few of the stubborn plaques maybe two that are still there from the beginning but much improved Besides that all original ones are gone and unfortunately am generating new plaques all the time but in small numbers and so are easily taken care of with the light must say I m way ahead of where started am impressed with the construction of the 500 series My psoriasis has seen tremendous improvement since the time started using the home therapy system would say have seen at least an 80 improvement have had no problem at all with the equipment and the user manual have had no skin burns or rashes think the product is great as it is and does not need any significant improvement M B Your service has been one of the best S G Just wanted to give you an update My psoriasis is almost completely cleared I m the only one that can see it really I m so excited It s been 2 1 2 years since last saw my skin looking so good Such a
54. owband 900 Series model selection is now dominated by the powerful 5 bulo SSOUVB ESTERN ESETE NB especially for hand amp foot treatments because higher doses are typically required due to the thicker skin AND it has more uniform light output at the S550UVB NB recommended hand amp foot treatment distance of 3 inches which is quite close to d 7 const the bulbs The 3 bulb 530UVB NB may be a good selection for those with less severe disease and intentions to use the device only at the spot treatment distance of 8 inches Consider the 2 bulb 520UVB NB for even less demanding cases or perhaps if there is a need to economize for example with a total of 72 watts of bulb power a 520UVB NB still has 4 times the power of the 18 watt 100 ce iaa Series Hand held i i R 108 Watts Vitiligo Vitiligo doses are much less than those for psoriasis so vitiligo patients can often use the device models with fewer bulbs such as the 1740UVB NB 1760UVB NB and 520UVB NB 530UVB NB However the devices with more Peas bulbs will always minimize total treatment time and make it easier to follow the 72 Watts treatment regimen Vitiligo is normally not treated with UVB Broadband Eczema Atopic Dermatitis Treatment times for eczema atopic dermatitis are in between those for psoriasis and vitiligo any number of bulbs could be chosen More Questions If you have any more questions contact us toll free at 1 866 813 3357 705 73
55. p truck OR if the device is taken out of the shipping box it may fit into a smaller station wagon Typical delivery times are 3 to 9 working days for stock items 2013 Solarc Systems Inc Rev 9 2 USA CREDIT CARD INFORMATION _ VISA or _ MASTERCARD only Please print clearly Cardholder Name Total Purchase US Credit Card Expiry Date mm yy 3 digit CVD code from the back of the credit card agree to pay card issuer indicated amount pursuant to cardholder agreement Cardholder s Signature x Dated amp Alternatively customers can call 866 813 3357 or 705 739 8279 and provide their credit card information verbally Click the box below if that is your preference will call Solarc and provide my credit card information verbally Solarc may also request the cardholder s address Pricing valid from June 01 2013 and subject to change without notice Note In rare cases some credit card companies have been charging the cardholder an extra transaction fee These fees are not typical completely out of Solarc s control and are payable by the purchaser Payment by wire transfer is available to avoid any such fees Contact Solarc for wire transfer information Continued 2013 Solarc Systems Inc Rev 9 2 USA Have your Healthcare Professional Medical Doctor or Nurse Practitioner complete the following Healthcare Professional Approval section OR attach a separate prescription slip where indica
56. proximately per year of the drug s related directly to the treatment of my skin disease Please find enclosed information from a qualified supplier for this equipment This information can also be found on the internet at www SolarcSystems com The equipment is sold only by physician s prescription and is classified as a Class 2 Medical Device by the US FDA and Health Canada It is not a tanning device Tanning uses UVA light understand that many health insurance companies will cover the cost of UVB phototherapy equipment and ask that my application be given careful consideration There are currently no government programs that will provide this assistance Sincerely Patient s Signature 2011 Solarc Systems Inc SolarcSystems com Tips for Insurance USA Rev6 0 HOME PHOTOTHERAPY ORDER FORM USA amp International 5 Pages Directions for Use 1 Read and understand the Terms and Conditions of Sale then complete each applicable section of the form 1515 Snow Valley Road 2 Have your Healthcare Professional MD or Nurse Practitioner complete Minesing ON LOL 1Y3 the Healthcare Professional Approval section OR attach a physician s prescription for the device This is required for USA shipments only Toll Free 866 813 3357 Please keep copies for your records Fax 705 739 9684 24hr Fax email or mail your order to Solarc Be sure to include all applicable info solarcsystems com sides of this form Once received S
57. relief and a boost to my self confidence Up until 3 weeks ago thought I d be wearing long sleeves and pants all summer long not anymore T C am doing well and the treatments are working have had Vitiligo for about twenty years It has always responded well to phototherapy treatments but then returned when the treatments stopped With my home unit believe it is reasonably to expect complete re pigmentation which have attained before After that am hoping to use my SolRx System for maintenance purposes am completely satisfied with my unit My insurance company gave me a quick pre authorization This was based upon a letter from my physician indicating the likelihood of my needing treatments for some time to come In my own letter pointed out the cost savings to them It is far less expensive to make this one time purchase than to pay for on going clinic treatments R T vitiligo am so pleased with the Home Phototherapy System don t know how was able to get by without it am so happy Not only has my psoriasis improved but the convenience is absolutely fabulous L B am really pleased with the lamp did not have any problems in installing it and in using it My condition improved significantly My psoriasis decreased of 80 which is just great I m really pleased with the service received from you M R Just wanted you to know that received the bulbs today Everything was in excellent conditi
58. rowband and UVB Broadband User s Manuals are complete with a detailed exposure guideline tables for both psoriasis and vitiligo Eczema and other less common skin diseases and UVA require physician guidance for treatment times How long does it take to get results This is of course an individual matter but typically some remission is evident after only a few weeks More advanced clearing requires two to six months Long term low dose maintenance can go on for years as determined by the supervising physician What are the advantages of home phototherapy The greatest advantage of home phototherapy is the tremendous time savings it allows while still providing totally effective phototherapy treatment For those that have been going to a phototherapy clinic the convenience of home treatment eliminates scheduling problems and traveling costs and makes missed visits a thing of the past This is supported by The Ottawa Home Phototherapy Study of twenty five SolRx home phototherapy users For those living too far from a phototherapy clinic a home UVB unit may be the only real option As a condition of sale use of a home phototherapy unit requires regular follow up skin examinations by a physician at least once per year What SoIRx model should I buy There are several considerations when choosing a SolRx phototherapy device model We have a brochure dedicated to helping you make the right choice Please see our Selection Guide Continued Solar
59. s reduce treatment times See other side and SolarcSystems com for more information SolRx 500 Series Hand Foot amp Spot Treatment The Yoke allows the device to be In seconds you can tilt it as needed Its perfect for Narrowband UVB rotated 360 to almost any position Treatment distance is 5 to 9 inches treatment of the face for vitiligo pe au Or put it on the floor for psoriasis For foot treatment install the Hood Or remove the Yoke and use it as a treatment of the knees and leg and tilt No tools are required hand foot unit just like at the clinic PHILIPS PL L36W 01 Bulbs SoIRx 550UVB NB 550UVB NB 22 Ibs 10 kg Powerful UVB Narrowband twin The digital timer and switchlock are Grab it by the handle and take it tube bulbs reduce treatment times important standard safety features anywhere Besides the SolRx 500 Series unbeatable versatility is its impressive light output Modern Philips 36 watt PL L36W 01 compact fluorescent bulbs provide considerably greater UVB Narrowband Irradiance and shorter treatment times than competitive devices using conventional 20 watt T12 bulbs All of the above configurations can be obtained without the use of any tools All units are supplied fully assembled with new bulbs removable hood amp yoke UV protective goggles and comprehensive User s Manual with detailed exposure guidelines for psoriasis and vitiligo There is nothing else you need to purch
60. sider instead grouping the areas together and using the 500 Series or even the 1000 Series If you are treating vitiligo the 100 Series Aperture Plate system may be beneficial The 500 Series hood and yoke do not require any tools Scalp Treatment The SolRx UV Brush The 100 Series is the only device with the ability to treat the scalp of patients with moderate length hair using the optional SolRx UV BrushTM Scalp UVB Narrowband treatment times are usually much longer than general body treatments because the hair on most patients blocks a considerable amount of the UV light A very effective alternative for treating scalp psoriasis is for the patient to cut their hair very short the shorter the better and use the 100 Series without the UV brush with the clear acrylic window touching the head in close contact with the scalp SOIRX UV Brush 2 Waveband UVB Broadband OR UVB Narrowband UVB NB Waveband selection may be determined by your physician based on the disease being treated and is ideally indicated on your prescription if so used UVB Narrowband UVB NB or PHILIPS 01 is now by far the most common choice for psoriasis vitiligo and atopic dermatitis eczema Indeed about 98 of all Solarc devices are now UVB NB UVB Broadband FS UVB or PHILIPS 12 which was formerly the only UVB waveband type available is also sometimes used for psoriasis and atopic dermatitis eczema but almost never for vitiligo UVB
61. since have began using it and am already seeing a significant difference no longer have to feel embarrassed about my skin and wear long sleeved shirts in this sweltering heat This machine is really a blessing for patients like me who cannot try any sort of other treatment because they are trying to conceive However despite that personaly believe that light treatment is the safest most effective and most convenient treatment for psoriasis regardless of the patient profile only wish that had purchased the machine earlier Thanks again M B India It is the most effective treatment have used yet 15 years S G ordered the system to help me with Vitamin D absorption issues following gastric bypass surgery have actually been thinking about your company a lot have had a miraculous recovery from bones microfracturing My family doctor went on this journey with me He was my sounding board as we tried to figure out the right amount of exposure In the initial phase we increased exposure time in 10 second increments and eventually reached 4 minutes or so on the front and then 4 more on the back Total exposure have to tell you that was not very well initially and did not keep accurate daily records had used a walker 24 7 starting in December 2003 walked without the walker June 2004 had been to many specialists who had left me with no hope The news for me and my family was so big Know there must be other gas
62. soriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema SolkR Understanding Narrowband UVB Phototherapy Narrowband UVB has become the phototherapy treatment of choice for psoriasis vitiligo atopic dermatitis eczema and other photoresponsive skin disorders Understanding the benefits of Narrowband UVB versus conventional Broadband UVB phototherapy requires an understanding of light and the processes it affects The spectrum of optical radiation light is made up of different wavelengths FIGURE A of light ranging from 100 nanometers nm in the ultraviolet UV range to 1 millimeter mm in the infrared IR range Visible light spans from about 380nm violet to 780nm red Ultraviolet ranges from 380nm down to 100nm and is further subdivided into UVA 815 380nm UVB 280 315nm and UVC 100 280nm FIGURE A shows the relative intensities of natural light reaching the earth s surface after filtering by the earth s atmosphere Humans have evolved being exposed to all these wavelengths so our skin has developed responses to use the light beneficially and to protect us from over exposure tanning UVB Narrowbana is highlighted at 311nm and occurs naturally in sunlight but not in great amounts The earth s atmosphere filters nearly all light less than 300nm INTENSITY W E Z A 2 0 S UVB NARROWBAND 311 nanometers NATURAL SOLAR RADIATION AT THE EARTH S SURFACE EE FIGURE 1 Different wavelengths of l
63. ted below Keep a copy of your prescription for your records This is a requirement for USA shipments only per US Federal law 21CFR801 109 Prescriptions are optional for International shipments Healthcare Professional Approval To be completed by the Healthcare Professional Medical Doctor or Nurse Practitioner OR attach separate prescription slip below hereby authorize my Patient to obtain a LJUVB Narrowband _JUVB Broadband Ultraviolet Home Phototherapy Device as specified above The Responsible Person understands that they must read and understand the User s Manual before using the Device and that they must arrange and obtain for the Patient a skin examination performed by a Healthcare Professional at least once per year Healthcare Professional Name Address City State Phone Number Fax Number Signature Comments lama L Dermatologist GP _ Other Please send me additional information about _ Solare phototherapy products _ UVB Narrowband If faxing use this area to attach separate prescription slip Fully tape the top edge to prevent jamming the fax machine 2013 Solarc Systems Inc Rev 9 2 USA The following ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT is an OPTIONAL agreement between the Responsible Person and the Healthcare Professional Medical Doctor or Nurse Practitioner Your Healthcare Professional may ask that you sign this agreement before issuing a prescription for an Ultraviolet Home Photo
64. tems Inc was helpful E Twenty three patients 92 felt that the ease of operation of the home unit was high and only two patients said that it was average m Nurses and dermatologists who do not operate a phototherapy center should be aware of the detailed instructions provided by SolArc Systems Inc Their role becomes more one of professional follow up rather than one of education on the operation of the home unit Acknowledging the usefulness of the Solarc SolIRx Users Manual E Over time it seems that all patients achieve appropriate clearing and recommend home treatment E More than half of the patients were on maintenance treatment as they have acheived resolution of the lesions It appears that long term maintenance can be achieved with doses less than one quarter the minimum erythema dose Suggesting that once clearing is achieved only low UVB NB doses are needed to maintain substantially lesion free skin E The main reasons for choosing home phototherapy were fewer travel expenses less time required less difficulty with work schedule and recommendationi by the dermatologist E Sixteen patients 64 felt that the home phototherapy generated fewer expenses with the monthly savings varying from 20 to 600 depending on the distance traveled and associated expenses and on the work hours missed These findings are consistent with the customer feedback Solarc has received in our Testimonials section Solarc Systems wo
65. the summer This is normally a good indicator that UVB phototherapy will be effective UVB light makes Vitamin D in your skin Not surprisingly most people living far away from the earth s equator have a Vitamin D deficiency especially in the winter If you have had success at the phototherapy clinic home phototherapy will almost certainly work There are thousands of SolRx home phototherapy devices in people s homes worldwide Solarc Systems was founded in 1992 Toll Free 1 866 813 3357 705 739 8279 Fax 705 739 9684 Email info SolarcSystems com 1515 Snow Valley Road Minesing ON LOL 1Y3 JARC This document is designed for double sided printing This page is intentionally blank Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema Solkk Selection Guide There are THREE CHOICES to be made when choosing a SolRx UVB phototherapy device 1 Which Device Family SoIRx Series E Series 1000 Series 500 Series or 100 Series 2 Which Waveband of Ultraviolet Light UVB Narrowband or UVB Broadband 3 How many ultraviolet bulbs replaceable fluorescent lamp tubes lt is important that you discuss with your physician healthcare professional the best choices for you their advice always takes priority over any guidance provided by Solarc including these selection guidelines A physician s prescription is required for all products shipped to USA regardless of intended use The prescription does NOT have to b
66. therapy Device ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT TO Name of Healthcare Professional FROM Name of Responsible Person Name of Patient RE I HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE AND CONFIRM that I have consulted with the Healthcare Professional named above to assist me with the initial selection and ongoing safe use of an Ultraviolet Home Phototherapy Device the Device I FURTHER HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE AND CONFIRM that I have read and fully understand the content limitations and instructions contained in the Solarc Systems Inc Terms and Conditions of Sale for Ultraviolet Home Phototherapy Device the Information Document including but not limited to the following specific requirements a The Responsible Person agrees that the Device will be used only if the Responsible Person arranges and obtains for the Patient a skin examination performed by a Healthcare Professional at least once per year b The Responsible Person understands that as with natural sunlight use of the Device may cause adverse effects including but not limited to premature aging of the skin and skin cancer The Responsible Person agrees that the Healthcare Professional is not responsible for any adverse effects arising from the use or misuse of the Device I FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGE AND CONFIRM that I have been advised of the implications of not following the instructions contained in the Information Document including but not limited to the possibility of
67. tiligo mycosis fungoides CTCL and many others have also been successfully treated with UVB Narrowband generally for the same reasons as described above for psoriasis UVB Narrowband also has applications for vitamin D3 photosynthesis in human skin a subject receiving increasing attention As a side note it is interesting that one of the most commonly prescribed topical creams for psoriasis Calcipotriol trade name Dovonex is actually a vitamin D derivative and is sometimes referred to as sunshine in a tube The prevailing opinion in the dermatology community is that UVB Narrowband will largely replace UVB Broadband as a treatment option especially for home phototherapy This is clearly supported by Solarc Systems trend in home phototherapy equipment sales with the sales of UVB NB devices now outpacing UVB BB sales by at least 20 1 However UVB Broadband will likely always have a role Solarc s UVB Narrowband models have an UVB NB suffix in the model number such as 1780UVB NB Solarc s UVB Broadband models have only a UVB suffix such as 1740UVB Solarc Systems would like to thank the good people at Philips Lighting for developing the UVB Narrowband product line and helping so many of us worldwide manage our skin problems safely and efficiently Note The figures used in this document are simplified representations The UVB Broadband curve is derived from the Solarc SolRx 1740UVB and the UVB Narrowband curve is derived from the Solarc
68. to Insurance Company Includes sample letter templates also available as MS Word templates from the website s download center Order Form This is the form used to purchase the equipment please keep copies for your own records The many benefits of Home UVB Phototherapy Eliminates time consuming trips to the phototherapy clinic Makes it easier to keep to your treatment schedule fewer missed visits means better results Allows you to go directly from the shower or bath to the lights This improves the treatment s effectiveness Can reduce and often eliminate the use of topical creams and ointments saving time and money Can often be used in combination with topical medications for even greater results Allows those too far from a clinic to enjoy the benefits of ultraviolet phototherapy Is used in the privacy of your own home where YOU are the only user of the equipment Home devices are very low maintenance The UVB bulbs last 5 to 10 years or longer Device purchase covered by many health insurance plans SIP USA Rev8 2 Some other quick facts UVB Narrowband UVB light occurs NATURALLY in sunlight SolRx devices make exactly the same light using artificial light sources Artificial light sources have the advantage of providing only the most therapeutic wavelengths of UV light while minimizing the potentially harmful non therapeutic wavelengths Many psoriasis sufferers find that their skin gets better in
69. tric bypass patients that might be dealing with this issue Unfortunately they are probably disabled and behind closed doors in their homes unable to live a walking life The only thing changed was the lights The lights were the healing M L Vitamin D3 am happy to report that the system is working just fine It took several weeks before my skin cleared up diligently took the treatment every 2nd day as a suggested The product is very solid and well constructed the service was prompt and excellent G A My skin has improved significantly The equipment is working fine no problems K A am almost completely cleared only have maybe two or three little pea sized lesions have had absolutely no problems with the light box It has truly made a world of difference don t have to worry about the stresses of going to the Dermatologist for treatment can do them in the comfort of my own home Keep doing what you are doing This was one of the smoothest purchases have ever done was really impressed with your service was a little nervous at first making such a large purchase on line But you were courteous and the delivery was prompt will definitely recommend your company to anyone that that know that needs therapy N T My SolRx unit has changed the way live forever J M Comment by Solarc Systems We believe that the success achieved by these patients is owing to their following of the SolRx User s
70. uld like to thank Dr Kay Anne Haykal Dr Jean Pierre DesGroseilliers and all the staff at the Elisabeth Bruyere and Ottawa Civic Hospitals for completing this study and their purity of purpose Would you like a complete copy of The Ottawa Home Phototherapy Study Just download it from our website s DOWNLOAD CENTER or call us toll free at 1 866 813 3357 705 739 8279 We can also be reached by fax at 705 739 9684 or by email at info solarcsystems com The website has a Contact Us section where you can send a message 2007 Solarc Systems Inc Solarc Systems com The Ottawa Home Phototherapy Study Rev4 0 Narrowband UVB Home Phototherapy for Psoriasis Vitiligo amp Eczema SolkR Tips for Insurance Reimbursement USA Doctor s Letter of Medical Necessity Patient s Letter to Insurance Company It is often possible to receive full or partial insurance coverage of physician prescribed home UVB phototherapy equipment but this may take some effort and persistence First check to see what your insurance benefit plan coverage is for Durable Medical Equipment DME and determine the exact procedure for making an application Visit your insurance company s website or call them if necessary They will want to know the generic CPT HCPCS Procedure Code as follows For more than one E Series E720 6 foot Expandable device the code is E0694 UV multidirectional light therapy system in 6 foot cabinet includes bulbs lamps timer and eye prote
71. undetected skin cancer or other adverse effects and I hereby indemnify and save harmless the Healthcare Professional named above with respect to any action that I may have against the Healthcare Professional named above or any of his affiliate practitioners or professional corporations should I not abide by my express obligations contained in the Information Document including but not limited to providing my current address and full contact information to such practitioner DATED at city this day of month _ year Witness Signature of Responsible Person
72. vely worse new patches and the old one s were always growing but with the UVBNB many are completely gone with no sign of them returning and others close to my feet are a bit resistant Overall feel have my life back like the sentence of home confinement has been lifted feel liberated Now pretty much just do maintenance treatments maybe once a week My insurance company is United Health Care and after much ado and many calls they finally paid 90 of the cost Phenominal was very lucky and very persistant So guess you could say I m SUPER happy with your product If believed in miracles would have to say this is one wish this was the only line of treatment given to psoradics mean for 10 years I ve used steriods that did nothing but aggravate the situation and within days DAYS saw a significant difference Thanks for checking in I ve been looking forward to telling you all Thank you H C am using my Solarc System to treat psoriasis have had psoriasis for approximately 18 years and have found UV light treatment to be the most efficient am overjoyed with the convenience of owning my own light and have had consistent clearing of the scales except for a few stubborn areas This is the first time in years that was able to wear a sleeveless dress to a formal Christmas party something that most women take for granted Presently use the machine three to four days in a row followed by one day off starte
73. vice will be used only if the Responsible Person arranges and obtains for the Patient a skin examination performed by a Healthcare Professional at least once per year 8 The Responsible Person agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Healthcare Professional and or Solarc Systems Inc and or any associated reseller from any action or claim if the Responsible Person fails to arrange and obtain for the Patient a skin examination performed by a Healthcare Professional at least once per year 9 For Solarc SolRx Ultraviolet Phototherapy Lamp Unit purchases the Responsible Person agrees to read and fully understand the User s Manual supplied with the Device before the Patient s first treatment If any part of the User s Manual is not understood the Responsible Person agrees to consult with a Healthcare Professional for interpretation The Responsible Person agrees to request a replacement User s Manual should the original be lost A replacement User s Manual will be supplied free of charge by Solarc Systems Inc 10 The Responsible Person agrees that the Patient and all other persons exposed to the ultraviolet light produced by the Device will wear ultraviolet protective eyewear during Device operation 11 The Responsible Person understands that as with natural sunlight use of the Device may cause adverse effects including but not limited to premature aging of the skin and skin cancer The Responsible Person agrees that the Healthcare Professional and
74. w dominates worldwide new equipment sales but UVB Broadband will likely always have a role Solarc s UVB Narrowband models have an UVB NB suffix in the model number Broadband models have the UVB suffix only See also our Understanding Narrowband UVB Phototherapy brochure Continued SolarcSystems com FAQ Rev5 0 S SEEMING If necessary can I switch the UV waveband type in a SolRx device All three SolRx device families can interchangeably use bulbs of any of the three waveband types UVB Narrowband UVB Broadband and UVA Also Solarc does not produce a UVA Users Manual for any of the three device families so it will be necessary for you to obtain UVA exposure guidelines from your physician When changing waveband types it is also necessary to change the device s labeling I live in the USA why do I need a prescription Do others need a prescription Prescriptions are MANDATORY for all shipments to USA addresses and OPTIONAL for Canadian and International shipments In the USA this is strictly mandated by the US Code of Federal Regulations 21CFR801 109 Prescription Devices In Canada and the rest of the world no such legal requirement exists and device safety and effectiveness has been proven over many years A prescription is NOT required for Canadians to claim the Medical Expense Tax Credit on their income taxes but may be useful for an employer health insurance claim Even without the need for a prescription there remains
75. wa ON K2C 37 E mail khayho ottawe ca DOT 1023107750 2006 000522 STUDY SUMMARY In 2006 after several years of prescribing Narrowband UVB home phototherapy for patients that had already responded favorably to phototherapy at one of the Ottawa clinics this independent medical study was undertaken to assess the viability and safety of such treatment lt was concluded NB UVB home phototherapy was found to be very effective in comparison with hospital therapy It is safe and presents few side effects when patients receive appropriate guidelines teaching and follow ups Not only is it convenient it also provides effective savings for the patients who are unable to attend the hospital owing to time travel and interference with work schedule All patients on home therapy were satisfied with their treatment plan to continue it and recommend it to others in similar situations A summary of the article s FACTS are With direct quotes from the article in quotation marks in the range of 10 to 200 treatments Twenty five patients took part in the study 12 women and 13 men The mean age was 49 years Ages ranged from 10 to 72 years old Of the 25 patients 20 had psoriasis 2 had vitiligo 2 had mycosis fungoides and 1 had atopic dermatitis The duration on home therapy varied from 2 weeks to 1 5 years and the number of treatments to date was All patients had already responded favorably to phototherapy at one
76. way for bulb cleaning Uses standard 120V power No special electrical requirements Bulbs designed as low as possible to the floor to minimize the need for a patient platform to treat the lower leg Rubber bumpers rest on the floor eee a m J M a i a a a a Ba IT ITUTIT LLL Ly A E Full Body Panel EEE EN E i i g l gt Eg TN ame ize 7 a a pn Ti s4 come a DN N UVB Narrowband m e bt L E i 2 m Model 1760UVB NB j 6 Bulbs 600 Watts F f T The SolRx 1000 Series is a UVB Narrowband or UVB Broadband Full Body Panel for the treatment of psoriasis vitiligo and eczema It has a treatment area of 29 x 72 14 5 square feet Since 1992 these remarkable devices have been providing relief for thousands of sufferers worldwide The 1000 Series has become the de facto standard for cost effective full body UVB phototherapy See other side and SolarcSystems com for more information SolRx 1000 Series Ful Mounting Brackets 2 1780UVB NB Corner Mounted It can also be mounted in a corner The bottom just rests on the floor B i a i pa 4 The device is usually mounted flat to wall using two brackets 1780UVB NB The bulbs are very close to the floor to reduce need for a patient p
77. ythemogenic 0 ultraviolet light in a patient s lifetime it follows that younger people should Sd er eo consider using UVB Narrowband It is interesting to note that the peak of the ee UVB Narrowband curve is about ten times higher than the UVB Broadband curve thus the source of the name Narrow Bana IRRADIANCE ACTION SPECTRUM SENSITIVITY More recent studies have confirmed these findings and also determined that UVB Narrowband has fewer burning incidents and longer remission periods than UVB Broadband When compared to PUVA UVB Narrowband has significantly fewer side effects and has replaced it in many cases UVB Narrowband is also capable of producing good therapeutic results without the patient ever reaching the erythemogenic threshold One disadvantage of UVB Narrowband is that because the maximum dosage is limited by the onset of slight erythema and UVB Narrowband is less erythemogenic than UVB Broadband longer treatment times are required This can be compensated by increasing the number of bulbs in the device For example based on Solarc s home phototherapy after sales follow ups for UVB Broadband the 4 bulb 1740UVB provides reasonable treatment times whereas for UVB Narrowband the 8 bulb 1780UVB NB is the preference For skin types to III which is generally white caucasions The theoretical ratio of erythemogenic potential of UVB Broadband to UVB Narrowband is in the range of 4 1 to 5 1 Other diseases such as vi

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