Find the Best Lamps for Light Therapy for Depression

Using specially designed phototherapy lamps, many people are experiencing relief from a host of medical ailments including the use of light therapy for depression. Ultraviolet radiation has been proven to provide many healthy benefits such as effective air purification. When used properly, UV light can treat many skin conditions and mood disorders.

Light therapy is used to treat acne, eczema, vitiligo, psoriasis, seasonal depression and is even being used to treat non-seasonal depression. Phototherapy should only be used under the care of a physician and is sometimes used in conjunction with other treatment methods such as antidepressants and counseling. Your physician will know which course of treatment is right for you and how to prescribe the right type of lamp with the most effective exposure.

Why You Might Consider Light Therapy for Depression

There are many reasons why you might want to try light therapy for depression, some of the most common reasons include:Pregnant or nursing women must avoid certain antidepressants
Used in conjunction with antidepressants it may decrease the amount of prescription medication necessary

Light therapy may increase the effectiveness of prescription antidepressants

Phototherapy may elevate mood to improve the effectiveness of counseling
Light therapy has very few side effects and is considered to be a very safe treatment

Your doctor may recommend light therapy

Artificial light is proven to help treat seasonal mood disorders and non-seasonal depression as well. Light therapy emits the right amount of UV exposure to elevate mood much like natural sunlight. This helps people suffering from depression by triggering the brain to increase production of serotonin, a natural chemical in the brain that acts much like antidepressants. This increase in the level of serotonin is proven to help treat non-seasonal depression as well.
Light Therapy for Seasonal Depression

SAD usually affects people living in the Northern Hemisphere during the fall and winter months when exposure to sunlight and daylight hours is significantly reduced. You should speak with your doctor if you experience any symptoms of SAD which include:Losing interest in normal activities
Food cravings especially foods high in carbs
Withdrawing socially
Gaining weight
Fatigue

Light therapy is recognized by the American Psychological Association, as effective treatment for SAD, providing relief to approximately 50% of patients treated. This increases significantly to an improvement in about 80% of patients when the light therapy is customized to an individual’s sleep and wake cycle. The typical treatment includes about 30 minutes of exposure in the morning with a fluorescent white light. Most patients experience an improvement in one week of light therapy for seasonal depression.
Light Therapy for Nonseasonal Depression and Other Conditions

Light therapy is also used to treat nonseasonal depression and many other conditions such as:Depression not caused from changing seasons
Dementia
Jet Lag
Adjusting to night work schedules
Sleep Disorders

Light therapy is successful in treating many conditions including nonseasonal depression and various sleep disorders. People suffering from circadian rhythm disorders have difficulty with regulating regular wake and sleep patterns. This is common in people that work night shifts or people that experience jet lag. A person’s circadian rhythm is like the internal clock that tells the body to become more alert when daylight begins and more tired when daylight diminishes.

Light therapy is proven highly effective at treating a wide range of sleep disorders by helping to “re-set” the internal clock which promotes regular sleep patterns. Light therapy for sleep disorders should be conducted only under the care of a physician experienced in sleep disorders.
LightSources Offers Effective UV Lamps for Light Therapy for Depression

The LightSources Group is recognized as a leading global supplier of high quality, energy efficient and highly effective UV lamp solutions used in a wide range of applications. Our full spectrum UV lamps for depression are specially designed and manufactured with rare Earth phosphors which produce a clear and bright white light with a high coloring index (CRI) in the range of 90 to 100. We design, engineer and manufacture phototherapy lamps used in a wide range of medical uses.

Our lamps are used worldwide for many therapeutic purposes including skin conditions, sleep disorders and light therapy for depression. Our skilled and experienced lighting engineers understand the technology behind the UV radiation and offer in-depth expertise in designing UV lamps with the exact amount of bandwidth and UV exposure prescribed by physicians for many health conditions.

Where to Find the Best UV Light Air Purifier

UV light air purifier systems are one of the most cost-effective and safest methods used to purify the air we breathe. UV air purification systems are used in municipalities and industrial applications to remove harmful contaminants from the air and eliminate odors. UV light air purification helps industries in complying with strict regulations regarding air quality while offering many benefits over other air purification methods.

UV Light Air Purifier is Environmentally Friendly

UV light air purifiers are environmentally friendly as they do not require the use of harmful or toxic chemicals, yet they are extremely effective at disinfecting and purifying the air. Since UV air purifiers operate without the use of chemicals, there is no need to purchase, store, or dispose of harmful chemicals or byproducts. In addition to clean air purification methods, UV air purifiers use energy-efficient UVC germicidal lamps, creating an even more environmentally friendly operation.

UV light air purifiers are available in compact designs that make them simple to operate and easy to maintain. With long-lasting UVC germicidal lamps, UV air purifiers save time and money with very little ongoing maintenance required.

UVC Radiation Offers Powerful Germicidal Effectiveness

UVC radiation is proven to quickly and effectively destroy airborne contaminants including bacteria, fungi, mold, viruses, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). By penetrating the nuclei of the harmful cells, UVC radiation immediately renders them harmless and unable to replicate. UV air purifiers operate with UVC germicidal lamps designed to emit specific wavelengths at 254 nanometers (nm), which is the most effective band of UVC radiation that instantly destroys the cells of harmful contaminants.

UV Light Air Purifiers Benefit Many Industrial Applications

UVC germicidal lamps help to prevent the spread of airborne illnesses in many residential and commercial settings. UVC light air purifiers are utilized in many commercial buildings to provide safe and clean air for workers and visitors and are also becoming quite popular in more residential settings. Healthcare facilities benefit from UV light air purifiers by providing clean air to patients who may already have a compromised immune system. Many facilities such as hospitals, doctors’ offices, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers provide safe and clean air to patients with UV light air purification.

Many industrial applications are realizing the benefits of UV air purification to provide a safer workplace while meeting strict air quality codes and regulations. UV air purifiers are used in many applications to eliminate toxic chemicals produced during certain applications such as plastic, rubber, or wood surfacing treatment processes. Companies can reduce their output of harmful compounds while protecting their employees with cleaner and safer air.

UV air purification systems can be installed in new existing HVAC units to eliminate the spread of air pollutants including bacteria, viruses, parasites, dust mites, mold spores, and fungi. UV air purifiers are easy to maintain and reduce the maintenance required to clean air ducts as the UVC radiation keeps coils clean while disinfecting the air. Make sure that you consult with a UVC germicidal specialist before purchasing your UV air purifier and UVC germicidal lamps.

LightSources Offers Custom UVC Germicidal Lamps for Air Purification

Not all UV lamps are made the same and that is especially true for UVC germicidal lamps. To obtain the quality results you desire, it is important to be sure you are working with quality products and lamps proven to provide effective disinfection. LightSources and LightTech offer the most effective UVC germicidal lamps available today, proven effective in a multitude of applications worldwide.

LightSources offers vast resources to provide quick turnaround on production requirements including prototype and custom-designed lamps. We offer custom-designed lamp diameter and length, ceramic bases, and sockets customizable right down to matching your own logo colors. Our UVC germicidal lamps are used in many purification systems worldwide including air, surface, and water disinfection applications.

LightSources helps many industries and municipalities with UVC germicidal lamps to effectively treat water in reclamation operations, wastewater treatment plants, ballast water treatment on ships, aquariums, fish hatcheries, and many other water disinfection processes. UVC germicidal lamps help to keep food fresh and safe in grocery stores, restaurants, and other food and beverage industrial applications.