TECAR therapy
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TECAR THERAPY
Tecar Therapy & Injury Treatment
The Deep-Tissue Technology Transforming Rehab & Recovery
What is Tecar Therapy?
TECAR stands for Transfer of Energy Capacitive and Resistive, and it’s a form of radiofrequency electrotherapy that utilises electromagnetic energy to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes.
Unlike surface level treatments such as TENS or ultrasound, TECAR delivers controlled high frequency energy that activates both superficial and deep tissues through thermal and bio stimulating effects. This makes it highly effective in accelerating recovery, reducing inflammation and pain, and improving circulation, without discomfort or downtime.
The Origins of Tecar in Therapy
TECAR technology originated in Italy and was originally developed for elite sports medicine. Since then, it has spread rapidly across Europe and is popular among both elite sports teams and injury clinics, having garnered attention for its ability to reduce pain and cut rehabilitation time for musculoskeletal injuries by up to 50%.
Its non-invasive yet powerful results have quickly gained traction, and today TECAR is used in top-level sports performance centres, orthopaedic rehabilitation clinics, and manual therapy practices worldwide.
How does it work?
TECAR works by generating high-frequency radio waves (typically 300-500 kHz) and applying them to the body through capacitive or resistive electrodes.
There are two main modes of action:
Capacitive Mode – Targets water-rich tissue such as muscle and lymphatic structures. Ideal for muscle relaxation, oedema reduction, and increasing circulation.
Resistive Mode – Targets deep, dense tissue such as tendon, ligament, and bone. Therefore, this mode is excellent for joint pathologies, chronic pain, and fibrosis.
The energy creates an oscillating electrical field in the tissues, producing a gentle thermal effect that:
O Increases local blood flow and oxygen delivery
O Stimulates fibroblast and cellular repair activity
O Encourages lymphatic drainage
O Modulates pain receptors at the neural level
O Relieves muscle spasms and improves range of motion
O Reduces both acute and chronic pain
Why is it gaining popularity?
As clients demand faster results, less pain, and more personalised care, TECAR therapy ticks all the boxes for both therapists and patients, due to:
O Immediate pain relief after just one session
O Non-invasive and comfortable
O Complements manual therapy, dry needling, and rehabilitation exercise
O Reduces therapist fatigue by enhancing hands-on results
O Faster healing times for both soft tissue and joint injuries/conditions
O Safe and suitable for acute and chronic injury
Clinical applications
TECAR is versatile and effective in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal and soft tissue conditions, including (but not limited to):
O Tendinopathies (e.g., Achilles, patellar, rotator cuff)
O Ligament injuries and sprains
O Muscle strain and contractures
O Joint stiffness, arthritis, and capsulitis Sciatica and nerve entrapments
O Plantar fasciitis
O Lower back pain and neck stiffness
O Post-surgical rehabilitation
It’s also excellent for post-exercise recovery, making it popular among athletes who want to accelerate muscle repair and reduce soreness
TECAR IN PRACTICE HOW CAN YOU USE IT?
TECAR can be used as a standalone modality or combined seamlessly with:
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