Phonophoresis - administration of drugs using ultrasound

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To improve the condition of the skin and solve various cosmetic problems, cosmetologists come to the aid of hardware techniques. One such method is ultraphonophoresis.

Since the main processes of skin aging occur inside the skin, cosmetologists have the goal of delivering nutrients to a sufficient depth of the skin. Even the highest quality creams and lotions are not effective enough when applied superficially due to the shallow depth of penetration. Only with the help of special cosmetic devices and procedures can nutrients and medicinal substances be delivered to a certain depth of the skin and effectively slow down destructive processes and achieve high-quality treatment. One of these procedures is ultraphonophoresis, which is used to moisturize the skin of the face and neck, reduce the severity of signs of aging, eliminate some defects, and treat acne.

Ultraphonophoresis is a combined effect on the skin structures of ultrasonic waves and specially selected cosmetic preparations.

This technique has found its niche in cosmetology thanks to such properties of ultrasonic waves as:

- the ability to loosen and warm the structure of connective tissue;

-implementation of massage effects at the cellular level;

- significant increase in the permeability of cell membranes and intercellular substances for therapeutic agents;

-increasing the transport of liquids and elements dissolved in them through the walls of capillaries and lymphatic vessels;

-improving blood microcirculation in small vessels and enhancing lymphatic drainage;

- stimulation of the synthesis of hyaluronic acid, collagen and elastin;

-reducing cellular and blood barriers to the diffusion of drugs and cosmetics;

-accumulation in the skin and potentiation of the effect of drugs;

- the ability to stimulate cellular enzyme systems and local immunity, reduce inflammation and side effects of used cosmetics.

The introduction of drugs into tissues using ultrasonic waves is carried out to a depth of 2-6 cm through the excretory ducts of the sweat and sebaceous glands, intercellular spaces and extracellular substance. During a one-time procedure, only about 5-10% of the cosmetic product applied to it penetrates from the surface of the skin, but it gradually accumulates and has its effect after 5-15 sessions.

The maximum effect of ultrasonic waves and the penetration of the products used are possible only if the rules and parameters of the procedure provided for in the device instructions are correctly followed.

As a result of the combined action of phonophoresis and various therapeutic effects of ultrasound (mechanical, thermal, chemical), the therapeutic effects are potentiated and are quite pronounced

In our center, for this procedure we use medicinal or cosmetic products developed specifically for hardware cosmetology. During phonophoresis, contact and special cosmetic preparations are additionally applied as needed, and after the end of the session they are left on the surface of the skin.

Stages of the procedure:

— make-up removal and facial cleansing.

— a medicine or a special (for phonophoresis) cosmetic product is applied to the face. And using a device sensor that generates ultrasonic waves with a certain frequency, this substance is injected into the skin within 5-20 minutes. A smooth change in the power and frequency of ultrasonic waves during an ultraphonophoresis session facilitates the penetration of the active components used to different depths.

— applying a moisturizing protective cream after the end of the session.

Phonophoresis at GUTA CLINIC

Phonophoresis in Moscow

today they are carried out not only by various medical institutions, but also by beauty salons, where the procedure is often carried out in violation of sanitary standards by uncertified specialists who do not have sufficient qualifications to carry out the procedure.

We do not urge you to give up going to beauty salons completely, we simply remind you that phonophoresis

is primarily a medical procedure, which is best done by an experienced physiotherapist. Otherwise, not only is a sufficient therapeutic effect not guaranteed, but negative consequences of such exposure, for example, an allergic reaction to the drug used, cannot be excluded.

Only a competent specialist, having familiarized himself with the results of your examination and having sufficiently complete information about your health, will help you select and conduct for you the necessary course of phonophoresis

in accordance with all requirements imposed by the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation.
GUTA CLINIC employs highly qualified specialists with extensive experience in the successful use of phonophoresis
in the treatment of a wide range of different diseases.

Sign up for phonophoresis now, and tomorrow your family and friends will note how you have changed and become prettier!

Contraindications:

— Acute and chronic purulent-inflammatory processes of the skin and organs.

- Acute thrombophlebitis.

- Oncological diseases.

- Pregnancy.

- Hypertonic disease.

— Coronary heart disease, rhythm disturbance.

— Diseases of the endocrine system.

To achieve the effect, it is recommended to carry out a course of treatment ranging from 5 to 15 procedures at intervals of several days. Their effect is noted after 5-6 sessions. Repeating the course of phonophoresis is recommended after 3-5 months.

At Interval MC, qualified cosmetologists will offer you the following procedures using ultraphonophoresis:

Impact zones

Soft tissues have excellent permeability to high-frequency sound waves, so ultraphonophoresis affects all parts of the skin and underlying structures. In cosmetology, the procedure is primarily used to restore the appearance of the skin. The condition of this organ depends on external and internal factors, including climate, diseases, hormone levels and the effectiveness of hygiene procedures. Ultrasound therapy allows a woman to get rid of acquired ailments.

Ultrasound penetration areas:

• Epidermis is the superficial part of the skin. The stratum corneum, consisting of dead cells, is necessary for the body to protect against external factors. Below are areas of the epithelium responsible for renewing the cellular composition of the skin.
• The dermis is the middle section of the skin. Hair follicles, nerves, blood vessels, smooth muscles, sweat and sebaceous glands are located here. It is worth noting that the ducts of the sebaceous and sweat glands end on the surface of the skin, so the appearance of the integumentary tissue depends on the work of these organs. Excessive activity of the glands makes the skin oily.
• Subcutaneous tissue is the deep layers of the skin consisting of adipose tissue. With the help of fat reserves, the body stores energy and fluid.
• Muscles and blood vessels. These are skeletal and facial muscles necessary for motor activity. Along with the blood, a sufficient amount of oxygen and glucose must enter the muscles.

Thus, the action of ultrasound makes it possible to change the condition of all parts of the soft tissues.

Care and cleansing for normal skin using ultraphonophoresis

The purpose of the program: comprehensive cleansing of the facial skin, removal of excess sebum, improvement of skin condition.

Cosmetics used in this procedure have an anti-inflammatory, detoxifying effect, blur fats in the pores, cleanse the skin, thereby increasing the effect of the procedure. Due to the hyaluronic acid, vitamins A, E, C, salt from the Ostrovnoye mud lake, collagen hydrolyzate and aloe vera, the preparations have an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory effect, restore firmness, elasticity and color of the skin, increase its protective properties, prevent the formation of wrinkles

The juice of the medicinal plant Aloe Vera has an anti-inflammatory effect, eliminates irritation, peeling, and dry skin.

The duration of the procedure is 60-70 minutes.

The principle of action of phonophoresis therapeutic agents

During this procedure, the healing components penetrate the skin immediately, and within an hour or two they find themselves in the muscles, blood and subcutaneous fat. After the formation of a “skin depot”, the active substances enter the blood and spread throughout the body.

For the procedure, only about 3% of the drug dose is administered. The dose of the substance depends on the condition of the skin, its characteristics and the concentration of the substance itself. If a labile phonophoresis technique is used, 25-30% more therapeutic agents are delivered to the skin than with stable phonophoresis. After all, the continuous mode of wave generation provides a much greater phoretic ability than with the impulsive mode.

To make the procedure more effective, the skin is subjected to mechanical rubbing of the drug. Dimexide, hyaluronidase, and alcohol solutions are used for pre-treatment of tissues. A better result of the procedure can be achieved if the medicinal substances are not removed immediately. It is best to leave them for 30-60 minutes.

Acne ultrasound therapy program

Purpose: anti-inflammatory effect, acceleration of skin regeneration.

This program uses drugs rich in medicinal components that provide anti-inflammatory and sebum-regulating effects.

The mask used at the beginning of the procedure, due to its constituent pectin, pilmoist, lactic acid, Rapan salt, significantly improves the effectiveness of ultraphonophoresis, promotes the natural peeling process, prepares the skin for toning and moisturizing, increases the effectiveness of cosmetics that will be applied to the skin after the mask .

The gel has anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, cleansing, moisturizing and nourishing effects, stimulates the renewal of the epidermal layer of the skin. Hyaluronic acid in the gel moisturizes the skin and makes it more elastic. The sulfur preparation has antiseptic, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory effects, and also promotes the formation of epidermal cells. Aloe vera juice has an anti-inflammatory effect, eliminates irritation, peeling and dry skin. Thanks to the content of polyvinylpyrrolidone, it quickly and effectively cleanses the skin of impurities.

The tonic tightens pores, normalizes skin color and elasticity, and minimizes inflammatory processes. Ideal for use as a skin tightening agent after all types of facial cleansing. The salts of Lake Ostrovnoye contain a large amount of minerals, trace elements and biologically active components, provide high electrical conductivity of the gel and enhance lymphatic drainage.

Thus, the procedure has a therapeutic and bactericidal effect on problem skin and is effective for acne and rosacea. After the first procedure, the skin becomes clean, without inflammation, the number of pustules and papules is significantly reduced, redness and discomfort go away. Thanks to vitamins and antioxidants, irritation and redness of the skin are instantly relieved, it is cleansed, imperfections and inflammation are hidden.

Course and frequency of the procedure: 15 procedures with a frequency of 2 times per

week.

The benefits of phonophoresis

If scars, scars, acne appear on parts of the body, age-related tissue changes, swelling, or the skin becomes dry, then phonophoresis will come in handy. This procedure is also useful for people with metabolic disorders, rheumatic pain, gynecological, urological diseases and gastrointestinal complications.

In cosmetology, phonophoresis is used to moisturize the face, cleanse the skin, and rejuvenate. The components introduced with its help smooth out wrinkles, restore skin after fatigue, enrich tissues with oxygen and provide better nutrition to cells.

The thing is that ultrasound has a number of therapeutic properties. It dilates blood vessels, has anti-inflammatory, reparative, absorbable, trophic and analgesic effects. Along with scoring, biostimulants, hormones, antibiotics and other drugs are used. This series of benefits of ultrasound has a beneficial effect on the human body. That is why phonophoresis is increasingly used in cosmetology today.

Lifting program for skin with age-related changes using ultraphonophoresis

Suitable for mature, atonic skin with a network of superficial and deep wrinkles, as well as stressed, tired skin with signs of early aging.

Thanks to the unique composition of the preparations, the procedure has a good preventive effect, increases skin density and elasticity, reduces the depth of wrinkles, relieves inflammation, smoothes the skin, restores turgor, and makes the face noticeably younger. Moreover, all these changes are achieved thanks to the internal mechanisms of the body and are natural for human skin. Hyaluronic acid penetrates into the deep layers of cells, “pushes out” wrinkles, gives noticeable turgor to the skin, increases its density, and straightens the network of superficial wrinkles. Vitamins A, C and E, Aloe Vera, extracts of dandelion roots, parsley seeds and licorice roots restore the skin's antioxidant protection, have a rejuvenating effect and prevent premature aging.

The program has a noticeable rejuvenating effect, provides a lifting effect, makes the skin smooth and radiant.

The duration of the procedure is 60-70 minutes.

Course and frequency of the procedure: 15 procedures with a frequency of 2 times per

week.

Basic information

Ultraphonophoresis is a hardware method for caring for the skin of the face and body, which involves the introduction of certain substances into tissues through ultrasound.
Absorption is improved by changing cell activity and stimulating metabolic processes. The procedure is used to combat expression lines, blackheads, acne, cellulite, scars and other ailments. The administration of medicinal substances is not accompanied by unpleasant sensations. In addition, ultraphonophoresis does not cause any complications, since high-frequency sound waves are safe for the body. Ultrasound refers to high-frequency sound vibrations that can propagate in liquid and solid media. In the last century, this type of physical influence began to be used in medicine. Ultrasound diagnostics has successfully replaced radiography in many areas. This technology is best suited for soft tissue imaging. The discovery of the therapeutic effects of ultrasound has allowed scientists to develop treatment methods based on such effects. Today, ultrasound machines that produce sound vibrations of different frequencies are widely used in cosmetology.

Principle of operation

The mechanism of action of ultraphonophoresis on tissue is due to biological effects that occur during the propagation of vibrations in tissues. Physicochemical, thermal and mechanical changes are observed in the body. The connective tissue of the skin and subcutaneous structures is subject to the greatest therapeutic effect, since it contains a large number of blood vessels. The additional effect of the procedure is due to the properties of the medicinal substances used. Increased transport in tissues is associated with polarization of cell membranes and improvement of vascular microcirculation.

Additional effects:

• Restoration of the natural structure of adipose tissue. High-frequency sound waves allow you to loosen the subcutaneous tissue. This effect is useful for cellulite and obesity.
• Improved metabolism achieved by converting heat into energy. There is an expansion of blood and lymphatic vessels. Synthetic processes in tissues are enhanced, resulting in the formation of more elastin and collagen in skin cells. The skin becomes smooth and elastic.
• Cleaning fabrics. The mechanical action of ultrasound is used to remove skin impurities. The vibrations free the excretory ducts of the glands from blockages and help remove toxins from the body.
• Enhanced cell nutrition. Energy substrates and oxygen enter cells through dilated vessels. This effect is especially important during intense physical activity, when muscle tone is impaired due to lack of oxygen.
• Relief of inflammatory processes. Inflammatory mediators are removed from tissues faster.
• Strengthening local immunity. More protective cells and humoral factors of the immune system enter the soft tissues.

For all therapeutic effects to appear, phonophoresis must be used repeatedly. The duration of the course depends on the patient’s complaints and the medications used.

Who should choose physiotherapy for acne?

The patient cannot choose procedures on his own; this is done by the doctor, based on the diagnosis, symptoms, and clinical picture as a whole. For example, do you know what pimples on your face are called? If the rash is mainly represented by comedones and there are few of them, the dermatologist may recommend, along with the main treatment, also undergoing physiotherapy. But if we are talking about papules and pustules (inflammatory elements), most injection and hardware techniques will become inaccessible to you.

A dermatologist deals with the problem of acne. He selects medications for the main treatment and can recommend physiotherapy as an auxiliary therapy. The main treatment may include topical antibiotics, for example, Clindovit® gel6,18. The main active ingredient in its composition is clindamycin6. It exhibits antibacterial activity against many strains of Propionibacterium acnes6. The drug reduces the level of free fatty acids on the skin6.

Clindovit® gel is recommended to be combined with azelaic acid (for example, Azelik® gel) or benzoyl peroxide to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance28.

Cost of ultrasound procedures

Many patients respond positively to ultrasound facelift. In their comments, women note the painlessness and effectiveness of this procedure. Some patients do it several times. After the sessions, the oval of the face is tightened, wrinkles and a double chin are eliminated.

The cost of this service in beauty salons in Moscow is 40–110 thousand rubles. The price is influenced by a set of additional procedures and volumes of lifting.

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Patients who have undergone ultrasonic facial cleansing notice that ultrasound also eliminates oily shine. The cost of this service in Moscow beauty salons is 2-3 thousand rubles, it depends on the establishment and the level of its technical equipment.

In Russian regions, ultrasound cosmetic procedures are cheaper (20–85 thousand rubles). The price is determined taking into account the volume of the lift. The cost of facial cleansing is 500–1500 rubles.

The number of cosmetic procedures using ultrasound is constantly growing. Indications for their implementation are cellulite, defects and poor skin condition, bright pigmentation, excess hair. The main advantages of ultrasound therapy are high efficiency and long-term preservation of the results obtained.

Why clients choose Veronika Herba Beauty and Health Center:

• This is a beauty center where you can take care of yourself at a reasonable cost, while your face and/or body will be treated not by an ordinary cosmetologist, but by one of the best cosmetologists in Moscow. This is a completely different, higher level of service!
• You can receive qualified help at any time convenient for you. The beauty center is open from 9:00 to 21:00, seven days a week. The main thing is to agree with your doctor in advance on the date and time of your appointment.

Sign up for a consultation with a specialist by phone +7 (495) 085-15-13

, and you will see for yourself!

Execution technique

To achieve a pronounced effect from phonophoresis at home, it is recommended to adhere to the following instructions:

1. At the initial stage, problem areas are identified and the choice of treatment composition is determined.
2. Before treatment, the selected areas are cleaned with micellar water or warm soapy water.
3. After disinfection, clean areas are thinly coated with a bioactive agent. After this, they begin to move an ultrasonic nozzle over them. The movements should be circular. The sensor delay time over each zone is about 15 seconds.

4. After ultrasound treatment, the skin is additionally moisturized. To do this, apply cream or nourishing serum to it.

Mechanism of action

There is a certain algorithm for performing phonophoresis:

1. The face is cleaned of cosmetics and dirt with napkins or an antibacterial gel.
2. Next, a cosmetic concentrate or serum is applied to the skin.
3. Then, with the device turned on and the attachment (manipula), the skin is carefully treated, following all the massage lines. At the same time, the intensity and frequency of the ultrasound are also gradually changed.

4. After 10-30 minutes of treatment, the skin is moisturized with cream.
5. The patient is left to rest for a while, and then sent out of the clinic or salon.