What is a biolamp and what are its effects? When to use it and when not to use it?

What is a biolamp? What is its importance for human health? For what health problems is it recommended and when are biolamps not used?

And other interesting information is given in the article...

History

The first mention of light therapy dates back to around 2500 BC.

At that time, heliotherapy, i.e. treatment with sunlight, was of particular importance in Egypt.

In ancient Greece and Rome, people had sun baths in every house.

After a long period of decline, light therapy began to develop during the Renaissance.

Heliotherapy flourished in the 19th century.

The Danish physician N. L. Finsen won the Nobel Prize in 1903 for the use of light therapy in the treatment of skin lesions and in the treatment of tuberculosis of the skin.

Since the 1960s, the term polarized light has been used.

It is physically modified light. It is used in various fields of medicine.

In the early 1980s, scientists built the first biolamp with polarised light. Its glow was not as intense as the laser used until then. The light was emitted by a halogen bulb.

The latest invention is the LED biolamp. Its duty cycle is more efficient than that of a halogen bulb.

It is a natural stimulation of tissue cells of living organisms.

What are its effects?

The biolamp uses the influence of polarized light, which has a biostimulating effect. It activates tissue metabolism locally at the point of application.

The effect of such light therapy is to improve the patency of small capillaries.

There is an increase in blood circulation at the site of application and local strengthening of the immune system.

The action of polarized light results in an acceleration and overall improvement of metabolism at the cellular level. Tissue oxygenation is improved.

Biolamp treatment is used for a number of diseases. It has a beneficial effect in post-operative conditions for scar healing. It is also suitable for wound healing.

It acts either superficially or several centimetres deep.

It has the advantage that it can also be used for conditions after joint implantation.

It also has a therapeutic effect on the human psyche. A direct effect has been observed in depressive syndrome or bipolar disorder.

There are several types of biolamps on the market. Biolamps are either handheld or stand-mounted.

It takes approximately 5 minutes to irradiate one area. The distance from the irradiation site is determined by the power of the lamp.

How does it work?

The optical system of the biolamp consists of polarized radiation. It contains only a selected component of the light spectrum.

During the actual treatment and the impact of the light on the tissue, a small part (approximately 4%) of the light is reflected. The rest is scattered and absorbed.

A photochemical reaction takes place. The tissue exposed to the biolamp begins to show signs of change.

The light also has a stimulating effect on chemical processes in the cells and intercellular spaces.

The biolamp has found its place in rehabilitation and balneology (spa). It is often used in combination with other therapeutic approaches.

Basic effects of action:

• Biostimulatory - Acceleration of cell proliferation, local improvement of metabolism
• analgesic - The main mechanism is to improve the outflow of lymph (sap) from the affected tissue
• Anti-inflammatory - Humoral (hormonal) effects, positive immune system response

Indications of biolamp - when it is appropriate to use it...

The biolamp is suitable not only for its direct therapeutic action, but also as a preventive aid. Its long-term use can reduce the risk of certain diseases.

Main indications:

• Dupuytren's contracture
• Inflammation of the paranasal sinuses and nasopharynx
• Ulceration of the tibia (ulcus cruris)
• Decubitus ulcers (bedsores)
• Burns and other injuries
• Scars
• Skin: eczema, cold sores, psoriasis
• Musculoskeletal: inflammation of muscles, tendons, bursae, bone spurs, bunions, arthrosis, chronic inflammation
• Haematomas (blood discharges), ruptures (tears), swellings
• Conditions after tooth extraction, gingivitis
• Neuralgia (nerve pain), neuritis (nerve inflammation)
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Pain in the spine

Biolamp contraindications (when not to use the biolamp)

It is not advisable to use the biolamp 4-6 months after radiotherapy.

Epilepsy is an absolute contraindication.

It is contraindicated in cancer patients.

The biolamp is not suitable for use on the retina of the eye.

Thyroid hyperfunction is also a contraindication.

Direct focus of infection (abscess, phlegmon) is not appropriate to stimulate with a biolamp.

Back to the advantages of using a biolamp...

Simple and sterile application of light.

This phototherapy is accessible to everyone.

After consultation with a doctor, it is also suitable in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Biolamp treatment is highly effective.

Special cases of use of the biolamp

It can also be used on the genital area.

The biolamp can be used for people with implanted pacemakers.

It can also be used for metal body implants.

Interesting facts

The lamp is either in the basic light spectrum or tinted with additional (supplementary) colour filters:

• Red light revitalizes the body.
• Green light soothes and relaxes the organism.
• Blue light can be used for concentration problems.
• The orange light of the biolamp is recommended for colic pains.
• After increased physical activity, the use of yellow light is recommended.
• Purple light has a motivational effect and improves mental performance.

Some newer biolamps emit a so-called cold light. Other, older ones emit a so-called warm light (which also warms the tissue). The type of lamp therefore also determines the indication criteria.

A biolamp is a certified medical device.

Areas of application of the biolamp:

• Surgery, orthopaedics and traumatology
• Rehabilitation and balneology
• Aesthetic and skin medicine
• Dentistry
• Sports medicine
• Gynaecology and obstetrics

The biolamp is also used in acupuncture to improve the overall reflex response of the body.