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ELECTROTHERAPY |
Application of special currents (modalities) that have certain effects on the skin. |
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ELECTRODE |
Safe contact point through which current can pass to client. |
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PHORESIS |
Process of forcing an acid/alkali into the skin by applying current to the chemical. |
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GALVANIC CURRENT |
Active electrode applied directly to client; client holds inactive electrode, both active and inactive electrodes should be wrapped in moist cotton. |
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ANAPHORESIS |
Negative pole of galvanic current (increases blood flow) |
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CATAPHORESIS |
Positive pole of galvanic current (slows blood flow) |
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IONTOPHORESIS |
Introduces water-soluble products into the skin (desincrustation) |
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FARADIC CURRENT |
Alternating current; produces mechanical effects, stimulates nerve and muscle tissue, improved blood circulation, improved muscle tone; stimulation of hair growth, increased glandular activity. |
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SINUSIODAL CURRENT |
Alternating current, mechanical effect, penetrates deeper greater stimulation. |
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TESLA CURRENT |
High frequency current, "violet ray"; alternating current, different voltages produce heat; can offer stimulation and relaxation. |
