Technology: Rhythm of light
 AmbientLine, from Trumpf, is said to offer the world its first lighting system integrated into ceiling pendants for use in intensive care and operating room environments, easing workloads for the staff, supporting patient recovery and increasing the sense of wellbeing for patients, staff and visitors.
Patients are frequently exposed to extreme lighting conditions, especially in the ICU. Constantly shining bright lights and frequent checks with full room lighting disrupt the patients’ circadian rhythms. In addition to other stress factors, lighting is often a hindrance to patients’ speedy recovery.
More than one third of intensive care patients often suffer from depression, anxiety and confusion after three to five days. AmbientLine is also claimed to make the work of nursing and surgical staff more ergonomic. Ceiling pendants can ve equipped with direct and indirect lighting. These light sources can be simply and flexibly activated at the patient's bedside using an intuitively controlled touch screen. This makes it easier for the caregiver to reach the patient without having to light up the whole room and disturb other patients.
A special LED light designed for platforms and drawers allows for easy and secure access to necessary instruments at the patient's bedside. Additional lighting units are available for patient examination and treatment. These are directed toward different areas on the bed and can be independently operated. But if there is an emergency requiring full lighting, all the lighting units can be switched to maximum brightness by pushing a single button.
A light, semi-transparent sail also hangs over the patient's bed, offering a surface for individual lighting. Through intelligent and automatic control of the light quality, AmbientLine also supports the patient's circadian rhythm.
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