FAQ
Detailed answers regarding the knowledge of Seknocare Conductive Garment Electrodes
When using the Seknocare conductive garment electrodes for electrotherapy, the following points should be noted:
- Ensure full and even contact between theconductive garment electrodes and the skin to prevent localized high current density caused by gaps.
- Inspect the conductivity of the garmentelectrode before use, and ensure the conductive layer is free from damage, detachment, or aging
- Maintain appropriate moisture level of the garment electrode; apply conductive solution or moistening treatment as required, avoiding excessive dryness or wetness.
- Avoid folding, pulling, or overstretching thegarment electrode to prevent breakage of conductive fibers.
- Clean the conductive garment electrode promptly after use and air dry it flat; avoid direct sunlight and high-temperature drying.
- Use theconductive garment electrode for a single individual only to prevent cross-infection.
- Closely monitor skin reactions during treatment; discontinue use immediately if burning pain, redness, or other abnormalities occur.
When using the Seknocare conductive garment electrodes for electrotherapy, to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the entire treatment process, the following points should be noted when placing the electrodes:
- Place theconductive garment electrodes on the same side of the body whenever possible so that the current loop remains localized to the treatment area and does not cross the heart. (
- For treatment on the trunk (e.g., symmetrical sites on the left and right sides such as hands, feet, calves, ankles, thighs, knees, elbows) or on the chest and upper/mid back (excluding the lower back and buttocks), bothconductive garment electrodes should be placed on the same side of the body to avoid anterior-posterior or left-right placement that would create a current pathway across the heart.
- When both limbs are treated, form separate circuits on each side of the body rather than using one limb as the positive and the other as the negative electrode.
- Keepconductive garment electrodes away from the carotid sinus, precordial area, midsternal region, and any known or suspected pacemaker site.
- Avoid placing conductive garment electrodes on broken skin, scars, infected areas, areas of reduced sensation, or over metal implants.
- Maintain adequate distance betweentwo garment electrodes to prevent short-circuiting or excessively high local current density.
- Ensure the skin is clean and dry before placement; secureconductive garment electrodes with proper skin contact, using fixation straps if needed but without excessive tightness.
- For elderly, frail, or cardiac patients, reduce the current intensity further and monitor closely during treatment; discontinue immediately if any discomfort occurs.
The following points should be noted for the cleaning, storage and maintenance of the Seknocare conductive garment electrodes after use:
- Remove the electrodes promptly after use and hand wash gently with lukewarm water or a product-recommended cleaner; avoid vigorous rubbing or brushing.
- Do not use bleach, fabric softeners, or strongly alkaline detergents, as they may damage the conductive fibers and elastic structure.
- After washing, gently squeeze out excess water without wringing, and lay flat to air dry in a cool, well-ventilated place.
- Avoid direct sunlight, high-temperature drying, ironing, or hot-air drying to prevent degradation of the conductive layer and fiber deformation.
- Store the electrodes only after they are completely dry; lay flat or roll loosely, and avoid folding, heavy pressure, or contact with sharp objects.
- Before long-term storage, confirm that conductivity is normal and that there is no damage, detachment, or stiffening; discontinue use if any abnormality is found.
- Store in a dry, clean, light-protected environment, separate from other electrodes or items to prevent cross-contamination.
The main differences between the Seknocare conductive garment electrodes and conventional disposable self-adhesive electrodes are as follows:
- Material and structure: Conductivegarment electrodes are made of conductive fabric that is soft, breathable, and able to conform to body contours, whereas disposable self-adhesive electrodes typically use conductive gel or adhesive layers, are less flexible, and have poor breathability.
- User experience: ElectrotherapyConductive garment electrodes provide gentler skin contact and greater comfort, making them suitable for prolonged or large-area use; disposable electrodes have strong adhesion but may cause skin irritation or allergy with repeated or extended wear.
- Current conduction and sensation: MicrocurrentConductive garment electrodes offer a larger and more evenly distributed conductive area, producing a deeper and more substantial sensation with more natural penetration; disposable electrodes tend to concentrate current near the surface with a more noticeable tingling sensation.
- Depth of action: MicrocurrentConductive garment electrodes allow microcurrent to reach subcutaneous tissue more uniformly and at a deeper level; disposable electrodes, limited by the conductive gel, deliver current mostly to the epidermal and superficial layers.
- Reusability and cost-effectiveness: MicrocurrentConductive garment electrodes can be washed and reused, resulting in lower long-term cost and higher overall value; disposable electrodes must be replaced once adhesion declines, leading to higher cost with frequent use.
- Application scenarios: Conductive Garment Textile electrodesare well suited for chronic disease management, rehabilitation therapy, and users requiring long-term regular treatment; disposable electrodes are more appropriate for short-term, temporary, or single-use applications.