Electrophoresis for hyperhidrosis even at home

Today, many people experience excessive sweating, which interferes with their daily life.

The problem of sweaty palms, feet and armpits can be solved with the help of iontophoresis.

Iontophoresis for hyperhidrosis is the most effective remedy.

The essence of the method is that under the influence of alternating or direct current, ionized particles penetrate the skin.

With the systematic use of iontophoresis, most are able to reduce sweating to a normal level. Innovative devices provide treatment for hyperhidrosis:

• axillary areas;
• legs;
• hands

Hyperhidrosis. Excessive sweating

Hyperhidrosis - intense sweating can begin even with a little excitement, or just the thought of your hands. Every person at least once in his life has experienced the unpleasant sensation of a drop of sweat running down his back, wet palms and wet armpits. Increased blood pressure, tachycardia, muscle tone and, including sweat, are all a normal reaction of the nervous system to external stimuli. Sweating is one of the important adaptive functions of humans.

A person suffering from excessive sweating has only to think about the upcoming handshake, and his hands instantly become wet. Excessive sweating provokes fear, which can in turn cause even more sweating. Sometimes your armpits sweat from excitement so much that even deodorants can’t help. A person stops hugging his loved ones for fear of seeing a disgusted expression on their faces. Excessive sweating of the feet makes a person an outcast among friends, because he is embarrassed to go on a visit, because there he will have to take off his shoes.

According to physiologists, increased sweating is a pathological vicious circle, which not everyone can break on their own. And then such a seemingly banal and simple problem as sweating turns into neuroses and depression, leading to a whole range of different problems - failures at work, failures in your personal life, constant dissatisfaction with life. But this is not all the problems that a person suffering from sweating of the armpits, feet and palms has to face. With plantar hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of the feet), even cold feet sweat, and bacterial decomposition of the sweat produces a very unpleasant odor. Constantly sweating armpits render clothes unusable, requiring extraordinary expenditures of money and a lot of time to maintain a status wardrobe.

Modern aesthetic medicine pays great attention to the problem of sweating of the palms, feet, and armpits. Excessive sweating often leads to the development of a number of dermatological diseases, the development of psycho-emotional disorders and greatly affects a person’s quality of life.

The term hyperhidrosis comes from the Latin “hyper,” meaning increased, and “hydro,” meaning water. Doctors call excessive sweating hyperhidrosis.

Excessive sweating can be physiological or pathological.

Signs of pathology

Sweat contains water, ammonia, salts, and also contains lactic, citric and ascorbic acids.

Hyperhidrosis can be primary or secondary. In the first case, the cause of the disease is the activity of nerve endings and, as a consequence of their work, increased sweating. Secondary hyperhidrosis is a symptom of a chronic disease, when eliminated the problem disappears.

Hyperhidrosis is identified by the main symptoms:

• when wearing good shoes for the season, your feet continue to sweat;
• sweating is present even when you are at physical and emotional rest;
• ineffectiveness of deodorants and powders.

Physiological hyperhidrosis

Physiological hyperhidrosis (thermoregulatory) is a protective reaction of the body aimed at increasing heat transfer at high ambient temperatures, as well as during physical activity, emotional stress, consuming large amounts of liquid, hot and spicy foods, etc. Alcohol also increases sweat production. In ordinary cases, a deodorant helps a lot, as it eliminates unpleasant odors and fights moisture. However, if you have a pathological form, then cosmetics will not help.

Independent procedure

To carry out iontophoresis at home, you need to purchase a special device. A simple and compact device is suitable

When choosing, you need to pay attention to the number of attachments: if there are many of them, then the device will be functional. Before purchasing, it is advisable to consult a doctor or cosmetologist

The procedure requires preparation. To cleanse the skin, it is better to use anaphoresis. A gauze mask is soaked in a soda solution and applied to the skin. The concentration of the solution should be 1%. The application area is exposed to a negative charge for 20 minutes, and then a positive charge for 2-3 minutes.

Then you can perform the procedure itself:

1. Gaskets are placed over the fixed electrons to prevent burns.
2. Iontophoresis gel is applied to the skin.
3. The electrode is applied to the skin and moved slowly for 20 minutes.
4. The treated area is lubricated with lotion.

There may be a slight burning sensation at first, which is normal. If the discomfort intensifies, then a break is required, and if this situation repeats, you need to consult a doctor.

When performing a home procedure, you need to consider the following rules:

1. Iontophoresis is carried out using water-based preparations. Products with a fat base are prohibited.
2. Only single-component preparations should be used; mixtures can only be prepared by a specialist.
3. You need to buy high-quality cosmetics that are truly suitable for iontophoresis.
4. Devices must be purchased from trusted manufacturers.
5. The dosage of the drug must be observed, otherwise the effect will be the opposite.

According to reviews, if all conditions are met, the home procedure perfectly rejuvenates the skin. It also helps eliminate other skin imperfections.

Pathological excessive sweating

Intense sweating can begin even with slight excitement, or even even the thought of hands. As soon as a person suffering from hyperhidrosis thinks that he is about to shake hands, his hands instantly become wet. The appearance of beads of sweat on the palms causes fear, which in turn causes even more sweating. A pathological vicious circle, as physiologists say. And not everyone can break it on their own. Such a seemingly simple and banal problem as hyperhidrosis develops into a problem such as neurosis and depression, which already drag along a whole carload of problems - failures in personal life, failures at work.

Tips for correcting hyperhidrosis

Recommendations: Avoid known sweating triggers such as spices. Changing your lifestyle and daily activity will not cure primary hyperhidrosis, but it will help relieve symptoms and increase self-confidence.

• Alcohol.
• Use antiperspirant more often than deodorant.
• Avoid wearing tight, tight clothing or items made from synthetic fabrics such as nylon. Sweat stains are less visible on white or black clothes.
• Use special sweat pads on your clothing that absorb sweat and protect the armpit area from stains. They can be bought at the pharmacy.
• Wear socks that wick moisture, such as thick, soft socks made from natural fabrics or special sports socks. Change them at least twice a day. Try not to buy socks made from synthetic fabrics.
• Choose shoes made from genuine leather, textile or mesh materials.

Medicines to treat excessive sweating:

• Antiperspirants. They contain aluminum or zinc salts and act as follows: they narrow the ducts of the sweat glands, reducing the process of sweating by 40%. But they practically do not destroy microbes. Antiperspirants are very strong products; they should be used sparingly, especially in hot weather, and should only be applied to clean skin.
• Physiotherapeutic methods of treatment – ​​iontophoresis. A low-intensity electric current is passed through the area of ​​the sympathetic nodes, through the skin, and parts of the body affected by hyperhidrosis, which acts directly on the cells that secrete sweat, reducing their activity.
• Drug therapy. This treatment method targets fungi that feed on sweat. Armpits are not treated with deodorants, but with antifungal ointments and liquids. These drugs can cause skin irritation and are not very effective, but they do help some patients.
• Surgical intervention (curettage) is prescribed only in exceptional cases, if therapeutic treatment has not given a satisfactory result. A contraindication to curettage of the armpits is pustular skin lesions in the armpit area, as well as the patient’s severe general condition. The positive effect lasts for life, sweating is reduced by an average of 80%.
• Injections with Botox, Dysport, Xeomin. The mechanism of action of these drugs is to block the conduction of nerve fibers that innervate the sweat glands. Having been “deprived” of a nerve impulse, the sweat glands stop producing an “abnormally large” amount of sweat. This eliminates excessive sweating. The effect after the procedure occurs within 3-10 days and lasts 6-12 months. To date, this is the most proven and effective treatment method. After treatment, not only the condition of the skin in the area of ​​intervention will significantly improve, but also the patient’s mood and communication with others. The method is used to treat condensation in the armpits, feet, palms, scalp, and back.

Features of therapy

Iontophoresis is a method of conservative (non-surgical) treatment of hyperhidrosis.
Sometimes the name is replaced by the term “galvanization”. The essence of the procedure is to saturate the treated area with an ionized medicinal substance using an electric current. Experts assure that the use of iontophoresis does not harm the skin, and due to the narrow focus of action, it does not affect other body systems. The low current and low voltage eliminate the possibility of receiving an electric shock or experiencing pain.

Despite the fact that iontophoresis for hyperhidrosis brings positive results, scientists cannot yet explain how exposure to electricity reduces sweating. Some researchers argue that exposure to current reduces the functionality of the gland and causes a reduction in its secretion. Others hold the idea that dead skin cells from the current clog the sweat ducts, reducing sweating. The overall result of treatment is considered to be a decrease in sweating, the degree of which depends on the frequency and regularity of the procedures.

Iontophoresis for the treatment of hyperhidrosis in Moscow

Iontophoresis is effective in treating sweating of the hands (palms) and feet. It may also be prescribed to treat underarm sweating, although it is less effective in this case.

To carry out the procedure, the palms and feet are immersed in a container of water through which a weak electric current is applied. To treat the armpits, a damp pad is placed under each of them. Electric current is believed to help block the sweat glands. The procedure is painless, but the current may cause minor temporary skin irritation and discomfort.

Each iontophoresis session lasts 20–30 minutes. Typically, 2 to 4 sessions per week are required. After 1-2 weeks, sweating should decrease, after which the intervals between procedures are increased to 1-4 weeks, depending on the severity of hyperhidrosis. On average, the effectiveness of iontophoresis in the treatment of sweating is about 80%. Disadvantages include the frequency and duration of treatment.

Contraindications

For most people, low-intensity galvanic current is absolutely safe. However, there are cases when the use of iontophoresis is not recommended or is completely contraindicated:

• Presence of tumors;
• Any damage to the skin in the affected area;
• The presence of serious cardiovascular diseases;
• Epilepsy;
• Hyperthermia;
• Pregnancy.

There is also a possibility of individual intolerance to current; its effects manifest themselves in the form of skin pigmentation, irritation and other allergic reactions. In this case, the procedures must be stopped immediately.

How does the procedure “Treatment of excessive sweating” with Botox, Dysport, Xeomin take place?

To determine the area where the problem is present and calculate the required number of units of the drug, the Minor test is used. The armpits are dried and treated with an aqueous solution of iodine, then sprinkled with starch. Sweating areas turn a bright blue-black color. The doctor calculates the number of units of the drug. After this, local anesthesia is performed (usually a cream containing lidocaine), then the skin is disinfected and the drug is injected using a thin short needle. The whole procedure takes 15-30 minutes.

Prohibited after treatment

• massage injection sites,
• refrain from active physical activity,
• take hot baths,
• do not use a razor or epilator,
• do not use deodorant.

Attention: Botox, Dysport, Xeomin injections can only be performed by a qualified specialist who has undergone appropriate training.

Prices for correction of excessive sweating at the Absolut Med Clinic

For the treatment of hyperhidrosis in the axillary area, it is recommended to administer 50 units. Botox drug (1 zone). The cost of treating hyperhidrosis varies depending on the size of the problem area and the degree of the disease.

Traditional medicine recipes

Effective folk recipes:

1. Stir 5-6 tbsp in two liters of warm water. l apple cider vinegar. Take baths for 10 days for 15 minutes. Or wipe problem areas with apple cider vinegar for 7 days.
2. Add 2 tbsp to a prepared decoction of 2 liters of water and 100 g of chamomile. l soda. Take baths or wipe problem areas with the resulting composition.
3. Dissolve 1 tbsp. l salt in 100 ml water. Soak a napkin in the composition and apply to the problem area for 10-15 minutes. Then rinse with water (without soap).
4. Prepare a decoction of 5 tbsp. l crushed willow bark and 1 liter of water. Cool, strain and wipe the desired areas with it. You can make compresses. Use within 1 week.
5. Place potassium permanganate in a gauze bag. Place in warm water until it turns pink. Use the solution for baths, wiping or compresses.