During a direct high frequency treatment, what is important to ensure about the electrode?

In a direct high frequency treatment, maintaining contact between the electrode and the skin is crucial for several reasons. Keeping the electrode in contact allows for a consistent flow of electrical current. This uninterrupted contact ensures the treatment is effective in enhancing circulation, promoting healing, and improving the overall appearance of the skin by allowing the therapeutic effects of the high frequency current to penetrate effectively.

When the electrode touches the skin, it can also help to warm the tissues, promoting increased blood flow and enabling better absorption of active ingredients in accompanying topical treatments. This constant contact helps prevent the user from experiencing discomfort or electric shock, which could occur if the electrode were to be held away from the skin or moved too rapidly. It is essential for the practitioner to focus on technique to achieve the desired effects of the treatment while ensuring the client's safety and comfort through the direct connection of the electrode with the skin.