Iontophoresis Flashcards

1
Q

What is Iontophoresis?

A

process by which ions are introduced into the body through the skin by means of continuous direct current E-stim

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What are the indication for iontophoresis?

A
  • pain, wounds, scar tissue, muscle spasms
  • calcium deposits, fungal infection, plantar warts
  • myositis ossificans, keloids, inflammation
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What are the contraindications for iontophoresis?

A
  • drug allergies

- skin reactions to certain ions

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4
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How often should the PT check on the patient when they are undergoing iontophoresis?

A

every 3-5 minutes to insure patient is not having any skin irritation or burns under the electrode

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5
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What may cause an acidic reaction with iontophoresis?

A

hydrochloric acid being built up under the positive electrode

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What may cause an alkaline reaction with iontophoresis?

A

sodium hydroxide forming under the negative electrode

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7
Q

What are the indications for using Acetic Acid for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

calcific deposits and myositis ossificans

Negative

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What are the indications for using Calcium Chloride for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

scar tissue, keloids, and muscle spasms

Negative

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9
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What are the indications for using Copper Sulfate for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

fungal infection

Positive

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10
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What are the indications for using Dexamethasone for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

Inflammation

Negative

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What are the indications for using Iodine for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

scars and adhesive capsulitis

Negative

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What are the indications for using Lidocaine for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

analgesia and inflammation

Positive

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13
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What are the indications for using Magnesium Sulfate for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

muscle spasms and ischemia

Positive

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What are the indications for using Salicylates for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

muscle and joint pain and plantar warts

Negative

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What are the indications for using Zinc Oxide for iontophoresis?

What polarity is this medication used with?

A

healing, dermal ulcers, and wounds

Positive

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