krazyj
Member
I'm attempting to find out what parameters of iontophoresis bath water are the best for treatment. With this information, I hope to be able to conclusively figure out how to create a perfect or, at least, improved solution for iontophoresis treatment.
A quick example... At home, in another part of the state, the tap water works with great efficiency and will successfully treat for a month in one session. Back at college, the water does not work and requires multiple treatments per week to achieve even half of the efficacy of treatment at home. (And yes, I've tried baking soda, sea salt, lots of things).
Here is what I am asking for:
If you have successful treatment from your water and access to a multimeter (an inexpensive tool used by those working with electricity to take measurements):
1.) Draw a bath of whatever water you typically use
-If you use additives (sea salt, baking soda, anything), create the mix like normal. Also, please note the amount of additive mixed into the solution, too (ie 1 TBSP baking soda).
2.) Note the volume of your solution (how many mL, gallon, whatever)
3.) Take a multimeter and set it to measure resistance
4.) Take both probes, place them in the solution, and measure the resistance of the solution
Then, post the following:
-Volume of water
-Additives used (if any)
-Resistance of water
-Quick description of your experience with this water
-What mA you usually go up to in treatment
-Your treatment regimen (3x week for 3 weeks then 1x/every 2 weeks after)
I know this is a bit technical but I think we can really make some progress here if we can get enough contribution to this.
If you have any problems acquiring a multimeter, they are available at Radio Shack for a couple bucks. If you have any problems using a multimeter, please post up or PM me.
Cheers!
A quick example... At home, in another part of the state, the tap water works with great efficiency and will successfully treat for a month in one session. Back at college, the water does not work and requires multiple treatments per week to achieve even half of the efficacy of treatment at home. (And yes, I've tried baking soda, sea salt, lots of things).
Here is what I am asking for:
If you have successful treatment from your water and access to a multimeter (an inexpensive tool used by those working with electricity to take measurements):
1.) Draw a bath of whatever water you typically use
-If you use additives (sea salt, baking soda, anything), create the mix like normal. Also, please note the amount of additive mixed into the solution, too (ie 1 TBSP baking soda).
2.) Note the volume of your solution (how many mL, gallon, whatever)
3.) Take a multimeter and set it to measure resistance
4.) Take both probes, place them in the solution, and measure the resistance of the solution
Then, post the following:
-Volume of water
-Additives used (if any)
-Resistance of water
-Quick description of your experience with this water
-What mA you usually go up to in treatment
-Your treatment regimen (3x week for 3 weeks then 1x/every 2 weeks after)
I know this is a bit technical but I think we can really make some progress here if we can get enough contribution to this.
If you have any problems acquiring a multimeter, they are available at Radio Shack for a couple bucks. If you have any problems using a multimeter, please post up or PM me.
Cheers!
