You
don't need to choose a compromise between wound healing response
and infection control. The Derma-Wand provides a mild positive
stimulation effect while its germicidal properties work to
knock out the infection.
More
Features of UV-C Therapy:
- At higher
exposure levels, UV-C provides a soft debridement to
help disintegrate eschar that can inhibit wound closure.
- With
guide rails to maintain the correct wound distance and
a built-in digital timer, the Derma-WandTM
is the ideal unit for applying UV-C radiation. The Derma-Wand
UV-C lamp is part of the popular HandisolTM
family of hand-held ultraviolet dermatology products.
UV-C radiation is not associated with skin cancer.
Full
Information:
A
three hour familiarization and training guide, and a physician's
prescribing information sheet
are shipped with each Derma-Wand so that you can quickly
implement the UV-C Derma-Wand therapy at your facility.
Operator
Qualifications:
The
Derma-Wand is essentially very easy and straight-forward
to use. Direct the lamp onto the infected area, and it completely
eradicates all bacteria in sight while mildly stimulating
the granulation tissue.
In
a nursing home, hospital or home care setting, the Derma-Wand
is normally used by a registered nurse (RN) or physiotherapist
on orders from a wound specialist, physician or physiotherapist.
Of
course you will want to understand the treatment more thoroughly
to administer the optimal dose while using the lamp safely.
We recommend the following operator training:
- Training
in wound care
- Complete
the supplied one-hour training program.
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For
UV-C therapy, why choose Derma-Wand?
- Higher
radiation intensity. Typical exposure is 30
to 90 seconds per treatment, depending on wound
complexity.
- Convenient
guide rails to maintain 1" height above
the wound.
- Locking
ON/OFF with keys to prevent tampering.
- Digital
timer
- Portable
and compact
- Detailed
instruction manual
- Training
guide
- Physician
prescribing information sheet
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The biological effect of UV-C and the treatment parameters
are well understood. It can be used where conventional
methods have been ineffective. Recently published
clinical
studies have documented
the bactericidal and wound healing effectiveness of
UV-C radiation therapy. |
| Specifications |
Derma-Wand
Handisol Model UVC-112 UV-C Lamp |
| Radiation
Output |
Single
wavelength 254 nm (Ultraviolet "C"), non-ionizing |
| Output
Intensity |
4.15
mW/cm
nominal |
| Therapeutic
Dose |
300
millijoules/cm
(typical) |
| Exposure
Time |
30
to 90 s (typical) |
| Treatment
Frequency |
3
times per week, or at dressing changes until bacteria-free |
| Course
of Treatment |
2
to 3 weeks (typical) |
| Height
Above Wound |
2.54
cm (1 inch) working distance |
| Visible
Light Output |
Faint
blue light (non-therapeutic) to show treatment footprint
of UV-C radiation |
| UV-C
Blocking Goggles |
Supplied.
Required by operator and patient |
| Configuration |
Two
shatter-resistant UV-C mercury vapour tubes |
| Tamper
Control |
Mechanical
lock, with 2 keys |
| Electrical
Safety |
CSA
certified for medical use. Includes hospital-grade power
cord. |
| Medical
Safety and Efficacy |
Listed
by Health Canada as a Class 2 medical device. Licence
4656. FDA approved. |
| Wand
Cable Length |
2
m |
| Rated
Lamp Life |
75
hours typical |
| Power |
120
VAC 60 Hz 0.5 A |
| Weight |
Controller:
3.5 kg
Wand: 0.8 kg |
| Warranty |
5
years, excluding lamps |
| Replacement
Lamp Tubes |
Part
Number 7BP-007 |
TM
Derma-Wand and Handisol are registered trademarks of National
Biological Corp.