UV Light Therapy in Westchester County, NY
Ultraviolet blood irradiation therapy offered in a private, team-staffed clinical setting at Clark IV Infusion Therapy Center in New Rochelle, NY.
What is UV light therapy?
Ultraviolet blood irradiation therapy — often referred to as UVBI or UBI — is an integrative outpatient modality that has been used in various clinical contexts for decades. The therapy involves drawing a small volume of blood from the patient, exposing it to ultraviolet light in a sterile, controlled environment, and then reinfusing it. The UV light used is medical-grade and precisely dosed; the blood never leaves a closed, sterile system during the exposure phase.
At Clark IV Infusion Therapy Center, UVBI is performed by our care team in private clinical rooms. The process begins with a standard IV line placement, after which a small amount of blood is cycled through a UV light unit and returned to the patient slowly over the course of the session. Patients typically experience the procedure as similar to a standard IV infusion — they are seated comfortably, the care team manages the IV and the light unit, and the session typically takes 30 to 45 minutes. There is no anesthesia, no incision, and no recovery period needed.
The mechanisms by which UVBI may support wellness are still being studied in integrative medicine research. Some practitioners and researchers have proposed effects related to immune modulation, microbial management, and improvements in blood oxygen dynamics. At Clark IV Infusion Therapy Center, we present UVBI as a supportive integrative option for appropriate candidates, not as a cure or treatment for any condition. Our clinical team discusses the current state of evidence, realistic expectations, and your individual health picture honestly before any session is scheduled.
Potential supportive benefits
The following represent areas where UV blood irradiation therapy may offer supportive benefit. These are not medical claims, and individual responses vary.
Immune system support
UV light exposure to blood may support certain immune signaling pathways; some integrative practitioners use UVBI as part of broader immune support programs.
Antimicrobial support
Ultraviolet light has well-established antimicrobial properties; how intravenous blood irradiation translates to systemic benefit is still an area of active study.
Oxygenation support
Some UVBI research suggests potential improvements in red blood cell dynamics and oxygen-carrying capacity, though evidence varies and individual results differ.
Energy and vitality
Patients who incorporate UVBI into a broader wellness routine sometimes report improvements in energy and overall sense of vitality; individual responses are highly variable.
Circulation support
UV blood irradiation may support peripheral circulation for some patients, which is one reason it is explored in integrative settings alongside other circulatory support approaches.
What to expect at your visit
Pre-session health screening
Your care team reviews your health history, current medications, and any conditions that could affect whether UVBI is appropriate for you before your appointment is confirmed.
IV line placement
You are seated in a private clinical room. Your care team places a standard IV line, confirms your vitals, and explains each step of the procedure before it begins.
Blood draw and UV exposure
A small volume of blood is drawn into a sterile, closed UV irradiation unit where it is exposed to precisely dosed ultraviolet light before reinfusion.
Reinfusion and monitoring
The treated blood is slowly reinfused through your IV while your care team monitors you throughout. Most patients notice no discomfort during this phase.
Post-session check
After the session, your care team confirms you are feeling well, removes the IV, and discusses any follow-up care, scheduling, or questions before you leave.
Who may be a good fit
Adults with an interest in integrative wellness who have already had underlying health concerns evaluated by a healthcare provider
Patients exploring immune support options as part of a structured integrative health plan
Individuals who have discussed UVBI with an integrative or functional medicine provider and want a clinically supervised outpatient setting
Patients seeking adjunctive supportive care for fatigue, circulation, or general vitality as part of a broader wellness approach
Adults in Westchester County who prefer a team-staffed, private clinical environment over wellness spa settings
Frequently asked questions
What is UV blood irradiation therapy?
Ultraviolet blood irradiation (UVBI or UBI) is an integrative therapy in which a small amount of your blood is drawn, exposed to ultraviolet light, and then reinfused. It has been studied in various clinical contexts since the mid-twentieth century and is used today as a supportive wellness modality in integrative medicine settings.
Is UV light therapy the same as a tanning bed or UV skin treatment?
No. The UV light therapy we offer at Clark IV Infusion Therapy Center is blood irradiation therapy, not surface-level UV skin exposure. The light is applied to a small volume of blood outside the body in a sterile, controlled environment — not to the skin.
Is the procedure uncomfortable?
Most patients find UV blood irradiation therapy easy to tolerate. The process involves a standard IV draw, a brief period while the blood is exposed to UV light in a sterile unit, and a slow reinfusion. Our care team is present throughout and monitors your comfort at every step.
Who is not a good candidate for UV light therapy?
Patients with certain blood disorders, photosensitive conditions, or those taking specific photosensitizing medications may not be appropriate candidates. Our care team screens every patient before the procedure to ensure it is clinically appropriate for them.
Does UV light therapy treat or cure disease?
No. UV blood irradiation therapy is offered as a supportive integrative modality. It is not a treatment for any medical condition, and it does not replace evaluation or care from your healthcare provider. We describe it honestly as supportive care that may complement a broader wellness approach.
Serving Westchester County
Our clinic welcomes patients from across Westchester County, including White Plains, Yonkers, New Rochelle, Scarsdale, Mount Kisco, Rye, Mamaroneck, Harrison, Bedford, and Chappaqua.