Medical term:
galvanize
galvanisation
ChemistryThe process of applying a protective coat of zinc to a ferrous-based metal (e.g., iron or steel). In the classic sense, galvanisation refers to electrochemical or electrodeposition, but in common practice, the metal of interest is dipped in molten zinc.
Medspeak
The obsolete practice of using low levels of direct current as a therapeutic modality.
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gal·va·ni·za·tion
(gal'vă-ni-zā'shŭn),Application of direct current (galvanic) electricity, as in galvanizing (electroplating).
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galvanisation
ChemistryThe process of applying a protective coat of zinc to a ferrous-based metal (e.g., iron or steel). In the classic sense, galvanisation refers to electrochemical or electrodeposition, but in common practice, the metal of interest is dipped in molten zinc.
Medspeak
The obsolete practice of using low levels of direct current as a therapeutic modality.
Segen's Medical Dictionary. © 2012 Farlex, Inc. All rights reserved.
galvanization
(gal?va-ni-za'shon) [ galvan(ic) ]Therapeutic use of a galvanic current.
See: faradism.Medical Dictionary, © 2009 Farlex and Partners
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