PACT Fungal Nail Treatment System Explained

There are a LOT of different options for treating fungal nail on the feet and hands. The PACT (Photo-dynamic Antimicrobial Therapy) fungal nail treatment system is just one of the more innovative on the market. It’s worth bearing in mind there’s no shortage of “the latest and greatest” fungal nail treatments it is after all a tricky foot condition to treat and often takes several different treatments to find the one that works. So where is PACT different and does it even get the results?

Who Manufactures PACT?

The PACT (Photodynamic Antimicrobial Therapy) system is manufactured by a company called Synoptics Health, which is based in the United Kingdom. Synoptics Health have a 34 year history in the design and manufacture of scientific instruments as well as manufacturing medical devices and equipment for the healthcare industry.

How does the PACT system work?

The PACT (Photo-dynamic Antimicrobial Therapy) podiatry light system is a medical device that uses a combination of a photosensitive solution and a specific wavelength of light to treat various foot conditions, including fungal nail infections, warts, and ulcers.

The treatment works by applying a solution, in this case a gel that’s toluidine blue containing a photosensitive agent to the affected area, which is then activated by a specific wavelength of light at a wavelength of 630nm emitted by the PACT podiatry light system. The activated photosensitive solution produces a type of singlet oxygen that can kill bacteria and fungi in the affected area.

Overall, the PACT podiatry light system is an innovative and effective treatment option for a variety of foot conditions.

How does the treatment protocol work?

The basic overview of the treatment protocol for PACT includes:

• A recommended heavy de-bride of each affected toe or finger nail
• A 10 minute gel application of each affected nail
• 9.5 minute light application of each affected nail
• Frequency: 3 complete treatments are needed within 2-3 weeks

Is the PACT Fungal Nail Treatment system effective?

This method of treatment has been found to be effective and safe, with minimal side effects. It is often used as an alternative to traditional treatments like oral medication, which can have unwanted side effects and take longer to work.

It’s a non-invasive treatment option, meaning that there is no need for surgery or other invasive procedures. However, it’s important to note that the effectiveness of the treatment may depend on the severity of the fungal nail infection and individual patient factors.

Top Tip: Consult with a fellow podiatrist who’s already experienced with the system to determine the best treatment plan for your specific situation. Your supplier should be able to put you in touch with one.

Where can you buy the PACT system?

PACT is currently supplied new in the UK by Canonbury Healthcare or on our buy second hand podiatry equipment page.

Conclusion

PACT Fungal Nail Treatment is an expensive podiatry equipment treatment option when put alongside the other options on the market. That said it can add real value to a professional clinic as the treatment can be applied over several sessions, providing additional revenue. Careful attention does need to be made to the application process but overall success rates look encouraging.