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Pelactiv Ultrasonic System
So what does the machine do?
Ultrasonic wave is referred to the wave of mechanical vibration with the
frequency of 20,000Hz above which cannot be heard by the human ear.
The ultrasonic wave possesses the chemical function of speeding up
metabolism and strengthening catalysis, meanwhile urges the tissue PH value
to change towards alkaline so it can refrain the swelling and pain caused by
the skin inflammation. Ultrasonic wave can promote the permeability of cell
membrane, which is favorable for the drug to disperse and penetrate into the
bacteria then improve the ability of sterilization.
The 3 main functions of the ultrasonic machine:
(1)
The Mechanical Effect
The ultrasonic wave has more power than other common waves as
it speeds up the movement of the cells. When applied to the body it
generates a certain massage-like effect expending energy to change
the cells.
The ultrasonic may assist to improve the partial blood and lymph
circulation, strengthen the permeability of cells, enhance the power of
metabolism and also help with regeneration of body tissues.
It is for this reason that the ultrasonic wave has a better effect than
mechanical massage.
(2)
Warming Effect
The warming effect of the ultrasonic wave is described as inner-
generated warming.
79-82% of the total heat generated is transported by the self action of the
blood, while the remaining 18-21% is dispersed near body tissues via the
heat transfer.
The client has no obvious feeling other than a slight warming when the
ultrasonic wave is applied in the treatment process.
Under the same condition of continuous ultrasonic radiation (the panel
sign is
), the fixation method can cause higher temperature rising than
the moving method. The heat effect generated by the pulse radiation is
much less (the panel sign is
) while it is in application.
The warming effect of ultrasonic effect can increase speed of clients blood
flow and cause change in the metabolism process. The Ultrasonic Wave
System also increases blood circulation, and relaxes the muscle fiber.