Initial Phase
Treatment should take place at equal intervals, from 3 (e.g. Monday, Wednesday, Friday) to 5
(e.g. Monday to Friday) times per week, depending on sweating level. It is advisable to begin with a low current (mA) setting and gradually increase it until reaching the highest comfortable current level.
Follow this schedule until sweating has significantly reduced, or the desired level of dryness has been achieved.
Never perform more than 5 treatments per week nor more than one treatment per day.
Initial Phase duration before experiencing results1,2 :
mild hyperhidrosis
moderate hyperhidrosis
severe hyperhidrosis
During the first session, it's recommended to start with a low current (mA) setting. If the user can comfortably complete the session using a low current (mA), then gradually increase the current by 01 mA in the following sessions until the highest comfortable current setting is achieved.
Note that tap water in certain geographic locations may be too "soft" or not contain enough minerals, making treatment less effective. It is advisable to utilize mineral water instead and refrain from using distilled water.
Phase 2 - Maintenance Phase
The Maintenance Phase is required to maintain the achieved results. This phase will require fewer treatments than the Initial Phase.
Frequency of Maintenance Treatment to maintain sweat reduction results1,2 :
mild hyperhidrosis
moderate hyperhidrosis
severe hyperhidrosis
Never perform more than 5 treatments per week nor more than one treatment per day.
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2. Hölzle, E., and N. Alberti. “Long-term efficacy and side effects of tap water iontophoresis of
palmoplantar hyperhidrosis–the usefulness of home therapy.” Dermatology 175, no. 3 (1987): 126-135.
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