Ultraviolet radiation in moderate doses is vital for the human body. At the same time, you can get it in abundance only on a sunny summer day, and in the rest of the year there may be a deficiency of vitamin D, which is formed from UV radiation. To make up for the deficiency, it is necessary to resort to artificial irradiation with ultraviolet light through a special lamp. But such an apparatus, as a rule, has many more positive and therapeutic effects on the human body.
What is this device?
The UV lamp "Sun" is a compact-sized device that is used as a therapeutic method of influencing the skin of a person in order to achieve healing of the whole organism. Using such a device, it is possible to treat various diseases in the field of dermatology, dentistry, neurology, therapy, pediatrics, surgery, ENT practice.
To obtain the maximum effect from the use of the apparatus "Sun", you should adhere to recommendations on methods for using the irradiator. But it is necessary to take into account the fact that such therapy is only part of a whole range of rehabilitation methods of treating diseases and can only complement the main course.
Area of use
UV lamp "Sun" in the process produces radiation of electromagnetic waves in the range of 280-400 nm. This effect is used as a treatment and preventive measures against diseases of the whole organism. The device is used in hospitals, clinics, sanatoriums, on the basis of beauty salons and beauty parlors, as well as at home.
Using the device "Sun", you can easily get rid of inflammatory diseases, skin problems and reduce the lack of ultraviolet radiation. In home use, you can get a dose of tanning, without spending money and time to visit beauty salons. In fact, the UV lamp "Sun" is a mini-solarium for a high-quality and even tan, which is also used to improve the body.
Indications
The device "Sun" is used not only as a lamp for tanning. It can be included for adults and children for therapeutic purposes, provided that there is a clear control of the dosage and the time spent by the half-rays. UV radiation has the following effects on the body:
- painkiller;
- anti-inflammatory;
- desensitizing;
- immunostimulating;
- restorative.
By directing UV radiation to damaged skin, an early restoration of the epithelium can be achieved. This is possible due to the fact that ultraviolet light favorably affects the growth of healthy cells. Use the apparatus "Sun" can be used to treat:
- rickets in childhood;
- acute and chronic ailments of a non-specific course in the respiratory system (colds, acute respiratory viral infections, acute respiratory infections, bronchitis, the initial stage of bronchial asthma and others);
- immunity disorders in chronic inflammatory processes;
- bone fractures, osteoporosis, arthritis;
- neurodermatitis (atopic dermatitis);
- psoriasis of various degrees;
- compensation of ultraviolet radiation for the body, to maintain natural resistance to ailments;
- gynecological diseases;
- deviations in the work of the organs of the nervous system;
- as a hardening of the body;
- with bone lesions by tuberculosis.
An ultraviolet lamp for tanning can be prescribed as a general therapy, taking into account the individual characteristics of the body and its sensitivity to UV rays.
Local destination
The "Sun" lamp for tanning is used as a therapeutic method for treating local purposes in the development of diseases and external problems:
- oily seborrhea, known as acne vulgaris located throughout the body;
- pyoderma lesion;
- pustular wounds and injuries in the healing stage;
- burn lesions during epithelization;
- wounds received during frostbite;
- pressure sores;
- psoriasis of varying degrees, type and type;
- eczema.
Additional influence
A home tanning lamp has a soft UV effect. Such procedures using portable tanning salmon perfectly stimulate the production of vital vitamin D. The fact is that it is impossible to fill up the deficiency of this substance in the body by other methods.
In addition, the UV lamp "Sun" has a cosmetic effect on the skin, allowing you to get a smooth, stable, light tan of the whole body or its individual parts (face, décolleté zone).
Contraindications
Like any other apparatus that affects the human body, the device "Sun" with ultraviolet action has a number of contraindications for use:
- cancerous tumors of any severity, without exception;
- systemic diseases affecting the connective tissue;
- active tuberculosis;
- hyperthyroidism in any course;
- fever;
- chronic bleeding;
- circulatory dysfunction in stages II and III;
- atherosclerosis;
- recovery period after myocardial infarction;
- circulatory problems of the brain;
- renal failure;
- liver disease (hepatitis, pancreatitis);
- an ulcer during exacerbation;
- individual sensitivity to UV rays.
UV effect on the body
Sun lamp "Sun" has a positive effect on the body. In this case, it is worthwhile to figure out which one. So, ultraviolet long waves have a slight biological effect on the tissues and cells of the body, without forming erythema. In this case, radiation is quite active on lipid, protein and carbohydrate metabolic processes. The skin, or rather some of the mechanisms in them, contribute to the synthesis of vitamin D from the residual derivatives of cholesterol when exposed to ultraviolet radiation.
Bactericidal effect
An ultraviolet lamp for tanning has a disinfecting effect. That is why it is used to eliminate viral and bacterial infections in the premises. Such lamps are installed in clinics, dental, beauty parlors, and are also used at home to disinfect rooms during an illness of one of the family members.
In a house with young children, pregnant women and people with reduced immunity, you just need to have a UV lamp on hand. In addition to getting a beautiful tan, the device will help to avoid infection with seasonal infectious diseases.
Precautionary measures
A UV tanning lamp for domestic use has a minimum of radiation on others. If you follow all the recommendations and advice of manufacturers given in the instructions for the mini-tanning apparatus, then the body will not be harmed.
Before you start using the UV lamp "Sun", you must stop using anti-tanning products. It is not allowed to use the device when taking medications that increase the sensitivity of the skin to UV rays. It is also undesirable when using the "Sun" lamp, as well as other similar devices, to deviate from the recommendations and the prescribed exposure intervals. Uncontrolled use of devices with ultraviolet radiation can lead to the development of cardiovascular diseases, burns, and cancerous tumors.
Terms of use:
- use the device only for its intended purpose, otherwise you can cause irreparable harm to the body;
- when turning on and using an ultraviolet lamp for tanning, special safety glasses should be worn;
- upon completion of the procedures, it is necessary to carefully ventilate the room;
- Before using an ultraviolet lamp, it is necessary to consult with your doctor to exclude all possible contraindications for use.
It must be remembered that the UV device "Sun" has a slight tanning effect, and if used as a medical device provides only additional therapy. This means that you should not expect a proper result after the first procedures. Depending on the desired effects, from several sessions to several weeks of exposure should be carried out.
How to choose
When choosing which ultraviolet lamp to buy, you need to pay attention to some factors. So, for example, the UV device "Sun" is available in several models with different purposes, spectrum of action, power and other distinctive features. It all depends on the purpose of the application. When choosing a store where to buy a tanning lamp, you need to know exactly what the device is specifically purchased for. There are multifunctional models for use by children (they have a gentle effect on the skin of babies) and highly specialized devices. An important factor when choosing a model will be its cost. So, for example, for the apparatus "Sun" with the function of a mini-solarium, the price ranges from 2000 rubles and above.
Total
So, now you can summarize and weigh all the advantages and disadvantages of an ultraviolet lamp "Sun". More often it is known under another name - a home solarium. The price of the product varies depending on the model and functional use and ranges from 2000 to 5000 rubles. Moreover, all products from the manufacturer have good performance, long life, high build quality.
The possibility of using a UV-device by all family members, without exception, gives the device "Sun" even more value. The multidisciplinary use of an ultraviolet lamp will also be an indisputable advantage: it can be used to disinfect a room, cure a wide range of diseases of both internal organs and external skin integuments, get a first-class tan and prevent infection infections. The lamp will not harm the body if used according to all manufacturer's recommendations.