ClearLinkUsing Phototherapy and Lotions… The Do’s and Don’ts
Posted on: March 28, 2019The symptoms of psoriasis can leave the skin dry, scaly, and itchy, and it is natural for patients to want to soothe these symptoms with an over-the-counter lotion. However, when utilizing phototherapy, we recommend a few helpful tips … Read More
Teenagers, Psoriasis, and Self-Esteem
Posted on: March 14, 2019Being a teenager comes with plenty of struggles and hardships in and of itself. Body changes occur and new experiences present themselves every day; whether social, physical, or mental. As if dealing with all the new challenges and changes wasn’t … Read More
The Top 10 Most Frequently Searched Psoriasis & Phototherapy Questions
Posted on: February 21, 2019In a review of search analytics, it is clear to see that many psoriasis patients share the same questions. Here is our list of the top 10 most frequently searched questions about psoriasis and phototherapy… Q: What is phototherapy … Read More
The Evolution of Modern Phototherapy
Posted on: January 31, 2019There have been a number of developments in the modern age of phototherapy that have brought new and better ways of treating skin diseases such as psoriasis and vitiligo along with numerous technological advances that have enhanced the safety and … Read More
The Top 3 Perks of Treating with Light
Posted on: January 29, 2019Phototherapy is well-documented as being a highly effective treatment for psoriasis, vitiligo, and atopic dermatitis, but did you know there are several other “perks” to using phototherapy? Based on patient feedback, here are the top three: Safety. Did you know … Read More
Invest in your Phototherapy Practice with a Tax Break from Section 179
Posted on: October 15, 2018Those who make equipment purchasing decisions for hospitals, medical offices or other healthcare facilities know how important it is to continually re-invest in order to provide patients with the highest quality of care. So keep in mind, if your 2018 … Read More
The Link Between Psoriasis & Suicide
Posted on: August 28, 2018Fortunately, although physicians in general are at a much greater risk of suicide than the general population, the dermatology specialty appears to have relatively low suicide rates.[i] Unfortunately, this cannot be said for the patients seen by dermatologists. Most … Read More
August is Psoriasis Action Month!
Posted on: August 16, 2018Psoriasis is not contagious, but awareness and action are! Every August the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) hosts #PsoriasisActionMonth, a campaign designed to empower the 8 million Americans living with the autoimmune disease to take action and take control, and this … Read More
Melissa’s Story
Posted on: July 10, 2018My name is Melissa and I have been a nurse for 12 years. This is the story of how phototherapy has helped me in my personal life as well as my career… I was a nurse working in postpartum maternity … Read More
Seeing the light
Posted on: June 21, 2018Stewart S Psoriasis Advance. 2018;16(2):20-25. This article published in the summer edition of Psoriasis Advance delves into patient testimonies about their struggles with psoriasis. Melissa Leeolou, age 26, who was diagnosed with psoriasis when she was just one year old. … Read More
