Sonophoresis
Sonophoresis
Sonophoresis (pronounced: soh-noh-foh-REE-sis) is a process that exponentially increases the absorption of topical compounds (medications) into cells and across the skin by using ultrasonic waves. It is a non-invasive method of drug delivery that uses ultrasound technology to enhance the penetration of drugs into the skin.
Etymology
The term "sonophoresis" is derived from the Greek words "sonos" meaning sound and "phoresis" meaning transmission or migration.
Process
Sonophoresis involves the use of ultrasound waves that create small channels in the skin, allowing for increased penetration of topical medications. The ultrasound waves cause a temporary disruption of the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the skin, which normally acts as a barrier to prevent substances from entering the body. This disruption allows for the increased absorption of the medication.
Applications
Sonophoresis is used in a variety of medical and cosmetic applications. In medicine, it is used to enhance the delivery of topical drugs for conditions such as inflammation, pain, and infections. In cosmetics, it is used to enhance the absorption of skin care products, such as vitamin C and retinol, into the skin.
Related Terms
- Phonophoresis: A similar process to sonophoresis, but uses sound waves instead of ultrasound waves to enhance drug delivery.
- Iontophoresis: A method of drug delivery that uses electrical currents to drive drugs into the body.
- Electroporation: A technique that uses electrical pulses to create temporary pores in cell membranes, allowing substances to enter cells.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sonophoresis
- Wikipedia's article - Sonophoresis
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