immune system. The biologics used to treat psoriatic disease act by inhibiting mechanisms of the immune system that produce and intensify inflammation.
Phototherapy or light therapy involves exposing the skin to ultraviolet light on a regular basis under medical supervision.
Phototherapy treatments are performed in a medical provider’s office, psoriasis clinic, or at home with a phototherapy unit. The key to success with light therapy is to exercise extreme caution and consistency in order to achieve the best possible outcome.
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Many patients with chronic conditions, including psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, have an interest in holistic and alternative therapies. Holistic therapies include the consumption of special diets, natural herbs and dietary supplements.
Homeopathic therapies like aromatherapy, yoga, and meditation, and physical therapies like exercise and the ancient art of acupuncture and tai chi are preferential alternatives and supplements to more traditional medical approaches.
For more information, visit http://www.psoriasis.org.
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