Apparatus for galvanizing and electrophoresis "Elfor-Prof": photos and reviews

Electrophoresis is a therapeutic and prophylactic method used as a component of complex therapy in many fields of medicine. Its carrying out allows you to eliminate inflammatory processes, improves the tone and local defenses of the body, reduces the aggressive effects of medications. The procedure can be performed at home, but only after consulting a doctor.

The device for galvanizing and electrophoresis "Alfor-Prof" is one of the devices for manipulation. Its structure and features of use are considered in the article.

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Apparatus "Elfor-Prof" is an instrument that applies continuous current to certain points and zones of the body, which affects the rate of recovery in the period of inflammatory or other pathological processes. It can be used at home, in an ambulance and in a hospital. The device does not have large dimensions, it is safe, it is easy to transport.

The device for galvanizing and electrophoresis "Elfor-Prof" is used in the following cases:

• Pathology of joints of an infectious, metabolic nature;
• Mechanical damage to the musculoskeletal system;
• Illness of the central nervous system (encephalitis, cerebral circulation, traumatization of the brain);
• Diseases from the gastrointestinal tract (gastritis, enterocolitis, peptic ulcer, dyskinesia of the alimentary canal);
• Pathology of respiratory organs (bronchial asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia);
• Heart disease and blood vessels (hypertension, ischemic heart disease, obliterating endarteritis) ;
• Diseases of the skin;
• Pathology of the visual apparatus;
• Diseases of the teeth and oral cavity.

Contraindications

There are a number of cases in which electrophoresis is not performed. Apparatus "Elfor", reviews of patients that confirm the effectiveness of its use, is not used in the following conditions:

• Critical condition of the patient;
• Infectious diseases in acute stage;
• Hyperthermia of uncertain character;
• Hemorrhagic syndrome;
• Heart disease and blood vessels in the stage of decompensation;
• Tuberculosis in active form;
• Malignant tumor processes;
• Blood diseases;
• Presence of a pacemaker;
• Individual hypersensitivity to direct current.

Device of adaptation

The device for galvanizing and electrophoresis "Alfor-Prof" has a rectangular plastic case (desktop version). The set includes current leads for connection of various types of electrodes. During the procedure, the device supports digital indication and stabilization of the current, and upon termination of the manipulation it smoothly reduces the level of the current supply to zero and emits a signal about the end of the program.

The front panel is arranged as follows:

1. "NETWORK" - allows you to turn the unit on and off.
2. "START" and "STOP" - is used to start and end the manipulation.
3. Timer - specifies a specific time for electrophoresis.
4. Sockets "+" and "-" - places for connection of current leads with electrodes.
5. Indicators range and a button to select it.
6. Digital current indicator.
7. Current regulator.

Ways to use

Physiotherapy room, equipped with a similar apparatus, allows for a number of procedures. Here are a few of them.

Galvanization. A continuous current acts on the patient's body. Places of such impact can be a pathological focus, reflexogenic areas, and a special technique can be used, characterized by the arrangement of electrodes on the human body according to a specific, specific scheme.

Galvanic current is able to improve blood microcirculation, change the excitability of nervous tissue or muscle fibers in one direction or another, improve the skin and mucous membranes, reduce swelling, remove soreness, accelerate the regeneration of cells.

Medicinal electrophoresis . With the help of galvanic current, drugs are introduced into the human body. In this case, there is a combined action that enhances the effectiveness of procedures. The device for galvanizing and electrophoresis "Alfor-Prof" sends medications to the tissues of the body, bypassing the liver and gastrointestinal tract, without shells, and immediately in a molecular form.

Conduction of galvanization

To ensure that the direct current enters the necessary area of the body, use electrodes and special gaskets 1.5-2 cm thick. Gaskets make more electrode size to prevent its direct contact with the skin. Before applying the gaskets, the specialist must ensure that the skin is free of damage, scratches, abrasions, rashes.

Gaskets are moistened with warm running water, squeezed well and applied in the required area. Then they are fixed with rubber bandages or other elastic fabric.

The required current is set and the "START" button is pressed. The regulator is placed in such a position that the patient feels a pleasant light burning sensation. The duration of the procedure is determined by the physician-physiotherapist.

Electrophoresis

The procedure uses water, rarely weak alcohol solutions of medications. The product is applied to a special gauze pad, which is placed under the hydrophilic pad. The procedure occurs in the same way as the galvanizing process, but the duration of the manipulation can increase by a quarter.

The patient can also feel a slight pleasant tingling and burning, which are absolutely normal for the action of the galvanic current.

Electrophoresis with "Caripain"

"Caripain" is a plant enzyme preparation. Its active substances improve the mobility of joints, promote rapid regeneration of cells and tissues. Indications for the use of the drug are osteochondrosis, the presence of intervertebral hernias, articular contractures, arthrosis, arthritis, keloid scars, tunnel syndrome.

Electrophoresis with "Caripain" allows more penetration of the drug, which facilitates rapid relief of symptoms and recovery of the patient. The procedure uses a dry balm. Physiotherapy room usually has not only the average medical staff, but also a physician-physiotherapist. It is he who will prescribe the necessary number of procedures and techniques for performing this or that disease of the musculoskeletal or nervous system.

Procedure:

1. The contents of the vial are diluted with 10 ml of saline and add 4-5 drops of dimexide.
2. Apply to the electrode pad where the positively charged pole will be located.
3. A solution of euphyllin is introduced from the negative pole.
4. The medical equipment is switched on, the current strength is 10-15 mA, the duration is up to 20 minutes.
5. If the patient has a tendency to allergic reactions, dimexide is not used, and time is halved. Usually the treatment consists of 25-30 procedures.

Features of use

The rules are as follows:

1. The device for galvanizing and electrophoresis "Alfor-Prof" should be located away from grounded objects and batteries for heating.
2. The application and replacement of electrodes should occur only in the period between the procedures.
3. Prohibition of the use of electrodes that differ in their design from those that are attached to the device.
4. Prohibition of manipulation by those persons who do not have appropriate education or training.
5. If the device is brought into the room from frost, it can be turned on after 4 hours.

Care of the device

Medical equipment (specifically this device) is not subject to verification. The data are specified in GOST 8.513-84. During the care of "Elfor-Prof" (manufacturer "Nevoton") the plug of the device must be disconnected from the outlet.

Every six months, the components are inspected to determine the presence of external damage. External devices are treated with a solution (3% hydrogen peroxide + 0.5% detergent solution), disinfection is done with a soft cloth soaked in ethyl alcohol. Rubber electrodes are disinfected after each use.