Ionithermie
Ionithermie
Ionithermie (/aɪˌoʊnɪˈθɜːrmi/) is a type of body contouring treatment that involves the use of electrical stimulation and specialized products to help improve the appearance of cellulite and tone the body.
Etymology
The term "Ionithermie" is derived from the words "ion" and "thermie". "Ion" refers to an atom or molecule with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons. "Thermie" is derived from the Greek word "therme", meaning heat. The name reflects the treatment's use of both electrical currents and heat.
Procedure
The Ionithermie procedure begins with the application of a specialized clay and algae mixture to the treatment area. This mixture is designed to draw out toxins and improve skin tone. Electrodes are then attached to the area, and a low-level electrical current is passed through the body. This current causes the muscles to contract, which can help to tone and firm the body.
Related Terms
- Body Contouring: A procedure that alters the shape of the human body. It includes procedures that eliminate or reduce excess skin and fat that remains after previously obese individuals have lost a significant amount of weight, in a variety of places including the torso, upper arms, chest, and thighs.
- Cellulite: The dimpled-looking skin that commonly occurs in the thigh region. It forms when fatty tissue deep in the skin pushes up against connective tissue.
- Detoxification (alternative medicine): The process of removing toxins from the body. In the case of Ionithermie, this is achieved through the use of a specialized clay and algae mixture.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ionithermie
- Wikipedia's article - Ionithermie
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