Lunula Nail Laser

The LunulaLaser® by Erchonia is a dual-diode low-level laser device that administers two therapeutic wavelengths: 405 nm (violet) and 635 nm (red) as a line-generated beam to maximize the treatment surface area. The device targets fungus that lives in and under the toenail without causing damage to it or the surrounding skin. This photochemical mechanism enables LunulaLaser to give a direct, non-contact treatment using photonic energy to modulate secondary cellular reactions without the patient feeling the device working.

Lunula Laser  delivers a multifaceted treatment to target onychomycosis (OM) Lunula laser follows the principles of photochemistry, a science that explores light’s effect cell function and behavior. The photochemical mechanism enables Lunula laser to give a direct, non-contact treatment that produces no macroscopic sensation: no heating, tingling, burning. The mechanism of photochemistry is likened to the agonist effect of a drug, which describes the use of a certain molecule to start a secondary cascade. Laser therapy uses photonic energy to modulate secondary cellular reactions without the patient feeling the device working.

Lunula Laser impressive clinical response stems from its two therapeutic wavelengths: 405 nm (violet) and 635 nm (red). Each wavelength performs a very specific function to provide a comprehensive treatment to target OM. The manner in which the wavelengths are delivered represents an innovative and proprietary feature of Lunula Laser. Lunula administers the laser as a line-generated beam, which maximizes the treatment surface area. The fungal pathogen may not only affect multiple toes, but also may be found deep within a dystrophic nail or along the nail bed and root. The line-generated beam ensures that, regardless of where the fungal pathogen resides, an effective treatment will be administered.

Powerful Photochemical Effects

405nm Possesses antimicrobial effects to target onychomycosis causing fungus

The 405nm wavelength targets NADPH oxidase (NOX), a membrane bound enzyme, and increases NOX’s production of ROS, which can be converted into H2O2. As H2O2 starts to degrade the fungal cell wall and membrane fungi function and behavior will be greatly impaired. This can result in fungal death. Additionally, degradation of the fungi membrane and cell wall will increase fungal susceptibility to the body’s immune attack.

635nm Supports local immune cells to fight onychomycosis causing fungus.

The 635nm wavelength stimulates cytochrome c oxidsase (CCO), an important enzyme necessary for the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and reactive oxygen species (ROS). Increased ATP activates PI3 kinase/eNOS signaling pathways, which increases nitric oxide (NO) production. NO is critical for new blood vessel formation increasing nutrient delivery and infiltration of immunological cells. Additionally, NO is a powerful antimicrobial agent, and will help destroy the infectious agent. For resident macrophages and neutrophils, two types of immune cells, the increased production of ROS is quickly converted into cytotoxic hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), which is used by the immune cells to target the symptoms of Onychomycosis.

405nm (VIOLET)

Violet has been demonstrated to have an antimicrobial effect by upregulating the production of ROS, leading to the generation of hydrogen peroxide, hypochlorous acid and droxyl radicals. When applied concurrently, the combined antimicrobial and biostimulative effects appear to provide a therapeutically beneficial combination, as demonstrated by the mean percent changes in clarity. A potential phototarget for the 405 nm wavelength is also a system responsible for catalyzing the generation of ROS, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate oxidase (NOX). NOX transfers electrons from cytosolic NADPH to flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD), then to extracellular molecular oxygen to generate superoxide. The third and fifth transmembrane domains of NOX bind two prosthetic heme groups that shuttle electrons from FAD to oxygen. It has been suggested that the prosthetic heme, which has been recognized as a photosensitizer, responds to the delivery of blue light. Stimulation of NOX could potentially provide two benefits: first, phagocytes are activated, and second, dermatophytes are susceptible to the toxic effects of ROS.

COMBINATION OF 635nm AND 405nm
eNOS→Nitric Oxide (NO)
Cytochrome c oxidase→Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
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Erchonia’s Committment to Research

Since 1996, Erchonia, the manufacturer of Lunula, has been committed to fully elucidating the medical utility of low level laser therapy through rigorous clinical studies. For almost 2 decades, Erchonia has studied the clinical utility of low level laser devices for the treatment of numerous medical ailments. Their recent device, Lunula, looks to revolutionize the standard of care for onychomycosis.

Lunula has been markedly studied – from the early in-vitro analysis to the extensive in-vivo studies – and its clinical utility to target painful and unsightly toenail infections has been substantiated. The unique dual-diode approach of Lunula effectively targets the causative infectious agent while fortifying the body’s natural defense mechanisms. This multifaceted approach is the first of its kind, providing patients with a truly effective, yet safe, option for onychomycosis.

Lunula is supported by an unwavering clinical foundation of both histological and clinical evidence that upholds the viability of this approach and ensures an effective option for your patients suffering with onychomycosis. In fact, Lunula is so unique, Erchonia has filed multiple method and device patents specific to Lunula.

Lunula For Onychomycosis

Lunula’s clinical utility for the targeting onychomycosis has been substantiated by independent clinical investigations. The European study consisted of 320 patients (2320 toes) subject to laser irradiation at 405nm and 635nm for twelve minutes at weekly intervals for four weeks. The United States study consisted of 54 great toenails subject to laser irradiation at 405nm and 635nm for twelve minutes at weekly intervals for four weeks. This study was used to obtain the Lunula Laser 510(k) FDA market clearance. Sixty seven per cent (67%) of all study treated toenails evaluated in this study met the study individual toenail success criteria. The average clear nail growth was an increase in 5.18mm.* Equally important, the clinical responses observed in all four trials were achieved without a single adverse event.

The Erchonia Lunula Laser, uses low-level laser light to target onychomycosis and requires very little time or set-up for physicians or their staff. It’s the only system you can turn on and walk away – the device already has a pre-set protocol. In fact, as little as (4) 12-minute sessions are needed to treat the affected area.

What is Onychomycosis?

Onychomycosis (OM) is a chronic fungal infection of the nail plate, nail bed, or both. It is estimated to affect nearly 10% of the general population, with the incidence rising sharply, to nearly 30%, in patients over age 60.

LUNULA utilizes two unique wavelengths that target OM’s complex patho-physiology. LUNULA not only destroys the fungal pathogen, it also improves circulation and strengthens the body’s immune response.

Oral Medications

The limitations and risks of oral anti-fungal medications have been well documented. First, treatment of the body’s most distal region – the toes – with an oral anti-fungal medication is often greeted with non-response or high rate of recurrence due to limited drug bioavailability routinely caused by insufficient blood flow. Next, the infectious agent is a eukaryote, and therefore, shares structural and biochemical similarities with our body’s eukaryotic cell. As a result, our own important biochemical pathways can be negatively affected by oral anti-fungals. Although quite rare, hepatotoxicity has been reported in patients taking oral anti-fungal medication. To mitigate the risk of liver complications, patients with specific pre-existing medical conditions cannot be prescribed oral anti-fungal medications, but for those patients who are taking anti-fungals, they must undergo routine liver function tests throughout the treatment course. Non-response, high-rate of recurrence, limited to certain patients, and serious risk of adverse events – these represent the drawback of oral anti-fungal medications.

Lunula Laser Is Effective

The Erchonia Lunula Laser is an effective tool for increasing clear nail in toenails infected with onychomycosis, significantly increasing mm of clear nail over a 6 month period following completion of the 4-week procedure administration phase

Healthy, Clear Nails Made Simple

The Lunula Laser is the easy and convenient treatment that helps turn your discolored and disfigured nails into clearer, healthier looking nails.

• The only touchless, painless solution for onychomycosis
• No pain, no downtime, and no risk
• No more embarrassment about unsightly feet

Specifications

• Configuration: 2 class 2 Line Generated Laser Diode Modules
• Wavelength: 635nm & 405nm
• Modulation: Constant Wave (CW)
• Display: Full Color TFT Touch Screen Control Center
• Power Source: 100-240VAC 50-60Hz
• Chassis: Powder Coated Aircraft Aluminum
• Treatment Area: 304 Stainless Steel for Anti-Microbial Properties
• Housing: Injection Molded Process with Non-Allergen Material/Plastic
• Weight: 23Ibs. (10.43 kg)
• Accessories: 2-Keys, Power Cord & Laser Safety Glasses
• Compliant to: ISO 13485 Medical Device Quality, IEC 60825-1 Laser Safety, IEC 60601-1 MEE Safety, IEC 60601-1-2 EMC, CB Mark, CE Mark, CMDCAS

*Individual results may vary.

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