Common Uses for the Iontopatch

The IontoPatch: A Non-Invasive Drug Delivery Alternative

The IontoPatch™ is a non-invasive and pain-free drug delivery device. It is often used instead of injections, pills, or IVs to deliver medication for treating conditions close to the surface of the muscles and bones. View Iontopatch Family of products

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Common Musculoskeletal Conditions

The IontoPatch can be used in the management of various musculoskeletal conditions that involve tendon inflammation and pain. These conditions, often caused by overuse or repetitive motion, include:

Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)

• What it is: A painful condition caused by the overuse of the elbow tendons, leading to inflammation of the tendons that join the forearm muscles on the outside of the elbow.

• Causes: The force of hitting tennis balls in the backhand position or other racquet sports, as well as repetitive arm and hand movements, especially with weaker shoulder and wrist muscles.

• Common Symptoms:

  • Common symptoms include pain or weakness when gripping.

  • There may be aches or pains in the forearm or elbow area.

  • Wrist pain, even when resting.

Patellar Tendinitis (Jumper’s Knee)

• What it is: An injury to the patellar tendon, which connects the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia).

• Causes: Often results from overusing the knee joint, particularly from frequent jumping on rough surfaces or intense use. It is common in athletes in sports like basketball and volleyball.

• Common Symptoms:

  • Common symptoms include pain around the knee.

  • Swelling.

  • The pain is experienced during leg movements.

Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

• What it is: Also known as shoulder bursitis or shoulder impingement, this involves pain and swelling of the cuff tendons and the surrounding area.

• Causes: Happens in stages over a long period from repetitive movements and is common in people who use their arms overhead, such as during lifting or swimming, causing continual pinching of a rotator cuff tendon.

• Common Symptoms:

  • Common symptoms include shoulder pain or swelling.

  • Limited motion.

  • You may experience weakness in your arm.

Plantar Fasciitis

• What it is: Occurs when the plantar fascia—the tissue supporting the arch of your foot—becomes irritated and inflamed from movement. The stress of placing weight on the foot and pushing off the balls causes the fascia to lose elasticity, leading to pain.

• Causes: The most common cause of pain on the bottom of the heel, resulting from factors like types of shoes, foot structure, and overuse.

• Common Symptoms:

  • Pain in the heel.

  • The pain gradually increases over time.

  • You may experience stabbing pain during your morning steps.

Achilles Tendinitis

• What it is: A common condition resulting from the overuse of the Achilles tendon, the largest tendon in the body that connects the calf muscles to the heel.

• Causes: Common in runners, as the repetitive motion of the calf muscles supporting them creates inflammation.

• Common Symptoms:

  • After activity, you may experience aches in the back of your leg.

  • Pain after running or stair climbing.

  • Stiffness in the morning.

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Broader Applications for Health and Wellness

As a wider variety of molecules become available for treatment, different delivery methods are proving beneficial. The IontoPatch™ provides a non-invasive delivery system that eliminates the pain, potential risk, and time associated with traditional injection and intravenous delivery methods.

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