IonCleanse Staff Training | The Karlfeldt Center

🌊 Welcome to IonCleanse Training

The IonCleanse footbath is one of our most relaxing wellness services. Patients love the warm foot soak experience and often feel lighter, calmer, and more energized afterward.

💡 Why Detox Matters

We're exposed to more environmental toxins than ever – from plastics and pesticides to heavy metals in our air, water, and food. These can accumulate in our tissues over time. The IonCleanse supports the body's natural ability to cleanse and release, helping patients feel their best.

What is IonCleanse?

IonCleanse is a warm ionic footbath that uses gentle electrical current to create charged particles (ions) in the water. These ions promote relaxation and support the body's natural detoxification pathways.

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Deep Relaxation

Calms mind & body

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Detox Support

Helps release toxins

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More Energy

Feel lighter & clearer

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Better Sleep

Improved rest

Your Patient Explanation

📝 What to Say

"The IonCleanse is a relaxing foot soak that creates ions in the water – like the refreshing feeling near the ocean or a waterfall. The ions help support your body's natural detox processes while you sit back and relax. Most people feel calmer, lighter, and more energized afterward!"

⚡ How IonCleanse Works

🌊 The Ocean Analogy

You know that refreshed feeling near the beach or a waterfall? That's partly from negative ions in the air and water. The IonCleanse creates a similar environment – concentrated right where the feet are soaking. It's nature's cleansing power, amplified!

The Process

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Electrolysis Creates Ions
A gentle direct current passes through the metal array, creating positive and negative ions through electrolysis of the water.

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Ions Interact with the Body
These charged particles help neutralize oppositely-charged toxins and support the body's natural elimination through the skin.

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Relaxation Response
The ionic environment promotes deep relaxation – many patients feel calm and peaceful during and after.

About the Water Colors

Patients always ask about this! The water changes color due to:

Ions being created (electrolysis reactions)
Minerals already in the local water
The salt added for conductivity
The metal array itself
What's being released from the body

🎨 Color Reference (Educational Only)

The manufacturer provides this guide based on their observations. Don't diagnose from colors – use it as general education only:

Yellow-Green: Kidney/bladder area

Orange: Joints

Brown: Liver, cellular debris

Dark Green: Gallbladder

Black: Liver

White Foam: Lymphatic system

Black Flecks: Heavy metals

Red Flecks: Blood/circulation

⚠️ Important

Water changes color even without feet in it! Local water quality affects 20-40% of the color. Focus on how patients feel, not specific colors. Never say "that brown means your liver is toxic."

🛡️ Safety & Screening

Do NOT Use If Patient Has:

✕Pacemaker or electrical implant
✕Pregnant or nursing
✕Heartbeat-regulating meds or blood thinners
✕Organ transplant recipient
✕Seizure/psychiatric meds where missing a dose could cause episodes

Special Considerations

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Blood Sugar
IonCleanse can lower blood sugar. Make sure patients have eaten before their session – especially diabetics or those prone to low blood sugar.

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Time-Sensitive Medications
For meds requiring stable blood levels (like BP meds), schedule sessions just before their next dose.

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Metal Implants (non-electrical)
Titanium pins, joint replacements are generally OK. Stop if any discomfort occurs.

✓ Generally OK (per manufacturer)

Patients on dialysis, taking insulin, or with congestive heart failure can generally use IonCleanse. It won't interfere with medications or deplete insulin levels. When in doubt, call AMD.

Quick Screening Script

📝 Ask Before Every Session

"Quick health check:
• Pacemaker or electrical implants?
• Pregnant or nursing?
• Blood thinners or heart medications?
• Have you eaten today?
Great – let's get you relaxed!"

🔧 Running Sessions

Setup

1Fill tub with 3-4 inches warm water
2Place array upright, copper tube covered, don't submerge the top
3Connect array cord to front, power supply to back
4Screen patient, then feet in water

Starting the Session

1Press Start
2Press 7/MODE → Select Mode 3 (70+/30-)
3Press 8/TIME → Enter minutes
4Press Start twice more

🧂 Salt & Conductivity

If amps drop below 1.8, add a tiny bit of salt (¼ tsp max). Optimal: 11-20 volts, 1.8-2.5 amps. Use as little salt as possible to extend plate life.

Session Length by Age

Age	Duration	Max Frequency
Adults under 50	Up to 30 min	Every other day
Adults 50+	Up to 30 min	Every third day
Children 12+	Up to 30 min	Start 2 on/1 off
Children 9-11	Up to 25 min	Start 2 on/1 off
Children 5-8	Up to 20 min	Start 2 on/1 off
Children 2-4	Up to 15 min	Start 2 on/1 off

Cleaning & Maintenance

✓Between patients: Clean array with disinfectant or vinegar
✓Every ~10 sessions: Soak array in ascorbic acid solution
✓Plate replacement: "IonCleanse" faces you, black terminal left, white right
✓Reset plate counter: Press 9 at main screen, then 1 to confirm

📋 Quick Reference

⏱️ Duration: 10-30 min based on age
🔧 Mode: Mode 3 (70+/30-) for standard use
⚡ Optimal: 11-20V, 1.8-2.5A
🧂 Salt: Only if amps < 1.8 (¼ tsp max)

💬 Patient Communication

Common Questions

"Why is the water changing color?"

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"The color comes from the ionic reactions – it's a mix of ions being created, minerals in our local water, and yes, some of what's being released from your body. The water would change even without feet in it. What matters most is how you feel!"

"Is that really coming from my body?"

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"Some of it is! The color is a combination of reactions in the water and what's being released. Regional water quality contributes 20-40%. The best indicator is how you feel – most people notice they're lighter, more relaxed, and more energized."

"Why didn't my water change much?"

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"Water treatment chemicals like chlorine and fluoride can reduce ionization, causing less color change. Don't worry – we focus on how you feel, not the color. We can also check conductivity settings."

"How often should I do this?"

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"Under 50: every other day max. Over 50: every third day max. We usually recommend a series of sessions to build benefits, then find a maintenance schedule. After 6-12 months, many move to 1-2x per week."

"Will this help my [specific condition]?"

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"This is a wellness device that supports your body's natural detox and relaxation. We can't make specific medical claims, but many people feel better overall. Try a few sessions and track how you feel!"

If Patient Feels Tired or "Off" After

💡 This Can Happen – Here's What to Do

Some feel tired, emotional, or a bit "off" afterward. This usually means we should:

Shorten next session by 5-10 minutes
Space sessions further apart
Encourage hydration

Minimum: 10 minutes, every 3rd day or 2x/week. If symptoms persist beyond 5-7 days, escalate to clinician.

What to Say vs. Avoid

✓ Say This	✕ Avoid This
"Supports natural detox"	"Detoxes your liver"
"Many feel lighter and more energized"	"This will cure your fatigue"
"The color is part of the ionic process"	"That brown means liver toxins"
"It's a relaxing wellness treatment"	"This treats [disease]"

📝 Certification Quiz

You've learned everything you need! Let's confirm you've got it.

📋 Quiz Details

10 questions • Pass with 8/10 • Unlimited retakes

IonCleanse® Footbath Training

5 Modules

10 Questions

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