Grenz Rays
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Grenz Rays are a type of ultrasoft radiation waves used in the treatment of skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis and hand eczma. This type of treatment is usually reserved for cases that have been unresponsive to other modern chemical treatments.
Grenz rays are similar to ultraviolet light, x-rays, and gamma rays; these are all composed of photons, which are packets of electro-magnetic energy traveling at the speed of light. Grenz rays are produced at low kilovoltages giving them a very low penetration power.
Grenz Rays have been used medically since the 1920s and used to be an important treatment for skin disorders. It's popularity declined with the creation of easier to administer drugs such as cortisone creams.
There are no mainstream peer-reviewed medical papers that have confirmed the effectiveness of Grenz Rays.
