Treating Hyperhidrosis

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If you are searching for a cure for sweaty palms or sweaty feed you are likely to very swiftly run across the definition of "iontophoresis". This is term that refers to what is undoubtedly the most efficient and cost effective treatment for the disease of hyperhidrosis available.

The way iontophoresis works is to introduce a very weak electric current into the perspiration glands to stop them from excreting sweat for a period of time that usually lasts weeks. This weak and painless current is conducted through your hands or even feet by means of a shallow tray of normal tap water you place your feet or hands into.

Please don't be put off by the electrical nature of this remedy. The current is simply not strong enough to cause any discomfort or injury. In fact, the process of iontophoresis is so effective and so safe its use has been approved by the American Dermatological Society.

The iontophoresis process begins by putting either your hands or your feet in two shallow trays filled with normal tap water. The iontophoresis device is attached with these shallow trays to provide the required electrical current.

Once the machine is active and the current is flowing, simply leave your hands or feed in the two trays for 20-30 minutes. When you begin treatment, you will do this every day until the sweating stops. Usually, this will take place after 5-10 treatments.

Occasionally, when the hyperhidrosis is particularly severe, it may take more treatments to be effective. The key is to not lose hope. If you continue these iontophoresis treatments, they will stop your excess sweating.

After the initial treatments has been successful and stopped the sweating you can switch to a maintenance schedule of iontophoresis treatments to keep the sweating away indefinitely. For planning purposes expect to repeat the treatments for one or two days every three weeks. Of course the amount of time between treatments varies with each individual and you experience may be either longer or shorter.

Iontophoresis models are available over the counter for about a thousand dollars US nevertheless one can be used together simply by just about anyone for far a smaller amount

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