iontophoresis

/aɪˈɑntəfəˌrisɪs/
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Definitions of iontophoresis
  1. noun
    therapy that uses a local electric current to introduce the ions of a medicine into the tissues
    synonyms: EMDA, electromotive drug administration, ionic medication, iontotherapy
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    therapy
    (medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.)
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