SEMINAAR ON IONTOPHORESIS

BY:REWATI RAMAN YADAV 0912231090 EC-63

Iontophoresis

Iontophoreis
Introduction of Ions Into The Body Using Direct Electrical Current s Transports Ions Across A Membrane Or Into a Tissue s It is a Painless, Sterile, Noninvasive Technique s Demonstrated To Have A Positive Effect On The Healing Process
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Movement of Ions In Solution

Ionization- Soluable compounds dissolve into ions suspended in solutions that are called electrolytes s Electrophoresis- Movement of ions in solution according to the electrically charged currents acting on them.
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Movement of Ions In Solution

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Cathode = Negatively charged electrode

Highest concentration of electrons Repels negatively charged ions Attracts positively charged ions Accumulation of negatively charged ions in a small area creates an acidic reaction

Movement of Ions In Solution

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Anode = Positively charged electrode

Lower concentration of electrons Repels positively charged ions Attracts negatively charged ions Accumulation of positively charged ions in a small area creates an alkaline reaction

Movement of Ions In Tissue

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The quantity of ions transferred into the tissues through iontophoresis is directly proportional to

Current density at the active electrode Duration of the current flow Concentration of ions in solution

Movement of Ions In Tissue

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Once the ions pass through skin they recombine with existing ions and free radicals in the blood thus forming the necessary new compounds for favorable therapeutic interactions

Iontophoresis Techniques

Iontophoresis Generators

Produce continuous direct current Assures unidirectional flow of ions

Iontophoresis Generator

Intensity control
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to 5 mA Constant voltage output that adjusts to normal variations in tissue impedance thus reducing the likelihood of burns Automatic shutdown if skin impedance reduces to preset limit

Iontophoresis Generator

Adjustable Timer
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to 25 min

Iontophoresis Generator

Lead wires
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electrode Inactive electrode

Treatment Duration
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Treatment duration ranges between 1020 minutes with 15 minutes being an average Patient should be comfortable with no reported or visible signs of pain or burning Check skin every 3-5 minutes looking for signs of skin irritation Decrease intensity during treatment to accommodate decrease in skin impedance to avoid pain or

Electrode Preparation
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To ensure maximum contact of electrodes skin should be shaved and cleaned Do not excessively abrade skin during cleaning since damaged skin has lowered resistance to current and burn might occur more easily

Electrode Preparation
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Attach self-adhering active electrode to skin

Electrode Preparation
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Attach self-adhering active electrode to skin Inject ionized solution into the chamber

Electrode Preparation
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Attach self-adhering active electrode to skin Inject ionized solution into the chamber Attach self-adhering inactive electrode to the skin and attach lead wires from generator to each

Thermal Treatment Burns

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Thermal burns may occur due to high resistance to current flow created by poor contact of the electrodes with the skin

Electrodes are not moist enough Wrinkles in the gauze or paper towels impregnated with the ionic solution Space between the skin and electrode around the perimeter of the electrode

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