Definition of iontophoresis in English:
iontophoresis
noun ʌɪˌɒntə(ʊ)fəˈriːsɪsīˌän(t)əfəˈrēsəs
mass nounMedicine A technique of introducing ionic medicinal compounds into the body through the skin by applying a local electric current.
Example sentencesExamples
- A process called iontophoresis applies electricity to the affected area.
- Magnetic insoles have no demonstrated benefit, nor does therapeutic ultrasonography, laser therapy, iontophoresis, or electron-generating devices.
- Other delivery vehicles for topical anesthesia currently in development, including iontophoresis and anesthetic patches, may one day give patients and physicians even more flexibility.
- During sweat stimulation, a variety of chemicals are used at the negative electrode to complete the circuit during iontophoresis.
- If symptoms are not relieved, physical therapy that includes ultrasonography, massage, and iontophoresis should be considered.
Origin
Early 20th century: from ion, on the pattern of electrophoresis.