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    This document discusses ultraviolet (UV) radiations used for physical therapy purposes. It defines UV radiations and describes the three types - UVA, UVB, and UVC. Natural and therapeutic sources of UV radiations are outlined, including high pressure mercury vapor lamps, Kromayer's lamp, theraktin tunnel, fluorescent tubes, and PUVA apparatus. General techniques for UV radiation therapy are provided along with dangers such as overexposure and contraindications.

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    This document discusses ultraviolet (UV) radiations used for physical therapy purposes. It defines UV radiations and describes the three types - UVA, UVB, and UVC. Natural and therapeutic sources of UV radiations are outlined, including high pressure mercury vapor lamps, Kromayer's lamp, theraktin tunnel, fluorescent tubes, and PUVA apparatus. General techniques for UV radiation therapy are provided along with dangers such as overexposure and contraindications.

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    This document discusses ultraviolet (UV) radiations used for physical therapy purposes. It defines UV radiations and describes the three types - UVA, UVB, and UVC. Natural and therapeutic sources of UV radiations are outlined, including high pressure mercury vapor lamps, Kromayer's lamp, theraktin tunnel, fluorescent tubes, and PUVA apparatus. General techniques for UV radiation therapy are provided along with dangers such as overexposure and contraindications.

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    M. Sulaiman (UV Rays)

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    This document discusses ultraviolet (UV) radiations used for physical therapy purposes. It defines UV radiations and describes the three types - UVA, UVB, and UVC. Natural and therapeutic sources of UV radiations are outlined, including high pressure mercury vapor lamps, Kromayer's lamp, theraktin tunnel, fluorescent tubes, and PUVA apparatus. General techniques for UV radiation therapy are provided along with dangers such as overexposure and contraindications.

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    Presented By : M.

    Sulaiman

    Presented To : Dr. Arslan

    Department : Physical Therapy

    Session : 2019-2024

    MIMAS Multan
    ULTRAVIOLET
    RADIATIONS
    Definition:
     UV Raditions are the
    electromagnetic energy which falls
    between visible rays and x-rays.

     Which have wavelength between


    10nm- 400nm
    Types of UV Radiations:
     UVA
    Wavelength 315-400nm
     UVB
    Wavelength 280-315nm
     UVC
    Wavelength below 280nm
    Production of UV Radiations:
     Natural Source:
    Sun is the natural source of UV
    Radiations

     For Therapeutic Purpose:


    Various generators are used for
    therapeutic purpose
    1.High Pressure Mercury Vapour Lamp

    2.Kromayer’s Lamp

    3.Theraktin Tunnel

    4.Fluorescent Tube

    5.PUVA Apparatus
    High Pressure Mercury Vapour Lamp:
    Kromayer’s Lamp:
    Theraktin Tunnel :
    Fluorescent Tube
     Short Ultraviolet rays into Long Ultraviolet rays

     120 cm long glass tube

     Phosphor coating

     phosphor absorb short waves , remits long waves


    Fluorescent Tubes
    PUVA Apparatus :
     UVA radiations
     For two hours

     photoactive drugs Psoralen


    PUVA Apparatus
    Techniques of General
    UV Radiations:
     Wash body part
     Explain procedure

     Comfortable posture

     Petroleum jelly
    Dangers Of Ultraviolet Radiations
     Eyes

    Overdose:

    a. Too long exposure

    b. Moving lamp closer to patient

    c. Changing Of Lamp

    d. Use of Sanitizers
    Contraindications
     Acute skin conditions

     Hypersensitivity to sunlight

     Skin Grafting

     Deep X-rays or Cobalt Therapy

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