Galvanic current: current can be used in stretch mark treatments

It is a continuous current, that is, it always maintains the same intensity in both value and direction, and unidirectional, whose operation depends on the presence of two electrodes (positive and negative) and contact with the patient. This current can be generated by alternating current rectifiers connected to the mains and has a positive and negative pole, which provides the movement of ions.

Other names

Continuous current

Indications of galvanic current

It is used in continuous form but is adapted and reduced. It is usually indicated to make ionization, in which it facilitates the penetration of cosmetic actives in the skin, or for descaling, cleaning of greasy substances of the skin of deep form. Electrolysis (or iontophoresis) can be performed to promote hydration of the area to be worked through, for example, through its specific product application mechanism. On the other hand, descaling is commonly performed in oily skin using a cotton-stripped active substance, which touches the area to be worked. Unlike ionization and descaling, galvanopuncture uses the combined galvanic microcurrent to a 5 millimeter needle at the negative pole to minimize expression lines and striations.

Its therapeutic uses vary according to the pole used:

Positive pole: neuritis, arthralgia, caiatalgia, distension, bursitis, introduction of positive ions, lumbago, distension, neuralgia, tendinitis, chronic phase of arthritis and myalgia

• Negative pole: Raynaud's disease, contusion, distension, fibrosis and arthrosis .
• It is important to note that this current can promote minimization of pain and inflammation, among other problems.

How the galvanic current is applied

In descaling, a hook electrode is used as the active electrode involved completely with cotton that must be with the descaling product. The passive (silicone or metal plate) should be located in the arm or region of the scapula. The time is about four to five minutes. In this process, because of divergences in current dose studies, the use of the patient's sensitivity threshold is indicated to determine it, according to comfort and safety.

In ionization, it is important to consider that the The following protocol must be suggested by the manufacturer of the ionizable product, since there is variation. The product is administered in the place where it is desired to be absorbed and can be dripped into the area and absorption with a roll-shaped electrode, for example, which is very common. The time is five minutes. The dosimetry has connection with the type of substance that will be ionized. Galvanopuncture, characterized by a non-invasive method, makes use of a needle attached to the pen electrode and to the negative pole of the microcurrent. to be continued. The positive pole helps in the dispersion and is connected to the body so that the current is transmitted, or in the arm, if the procedure is facial. The needle lies between the layers of the epidermis (the most superficial layer of the skin). Here it is important to note that there are also divergences regarding dosimetry and that the application can be seen in clinical practice using 70 to 100 microamperes for stretch marks and 150 to 200 for wrinkles and can be measured also according to the tolerance of the individual which is receiving the current, which makes it possible to reach values ​​above those mentioned.

In galvanopuncture there is pain, which can be minimized with the use of anesthetics, free of anti-inflammatory, so as not to impair the regenerative power of the procedure. In other galvanic current treatments, mild discomfort or tingling is common; in this case, it is important to note that allergy to electrical current or hypersensitivity may impair the effectiveness of the treatment.

Sessions

There is no mandatory number of sessions. It is only necessary that the objective of the treatment be evaluated with the patient according to their level of satisfaction in the treated area.

It is necessary to maintain like any treatment, there is no specific time, but it is important to observe the minimization of the effect and to return for reassessment and procedure

Who is the practitioner able to apply the galvanic current?

Physiotherapist or esthetician as long as properly trained.

Care before applying the current

Before applying the current galvanic, it is important to note if the skin being treated is intact. In the case of galvanopuncture, it is important the alcohol asepsis on the area to be positioned the needles, as well as the hygiene of the skin. In ionization, it is important to hygienize, as well as an exfoliation to facilitate the penetration of the active to be administered.

Care after the application of the galvanic current

In general, after a session using the galvanic current, it is important to not to be exposed to the sun, as well as the use of sunscreen with sun protection factor greater than 30.

Contraindications of galvanic current

Treatments with galvanic current are contraindicated for those who are hypersensitive to current, to be treated, patients with altered sensitivity and hypersensitivity to the formula of the descaling product.

In the case of galvanopuncture for stretch marks, it is not interesting to start treatment during puberty due to the hormonal alteration that exists in this period; even in this modality, patients with elevated glucocorticoid levels should also not be used in the technique.

Pregnant can do?

Not recommended because of lack of studies that prove safety for the fetus.

Before and after galvanic current

Each treatment brings a type of result:

Electrolytic: Smoothing of wrinkles and stretch marks

Ionization: improvement of the permeation of active on the worked area

• Deconfocus: reduction of the oiliness of the area worked
• Compare the galvanic current with other treatments
• Ionization is considered a good tool for the introduction of active in the area to be worked.

In the case of minimizing wrinkles, radiofrequency as an extremely effective treatment.

Cleansing also has great results, but some types of peeling and even exfoliation can help in this process.

Each procedure has its value and can be selected accordingly.

Sources

Physiotherapist Taynara Lima, slim clinic physiotherapist at Slim Clinique in Rio de Janeiro

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