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- Title
TECAR Therapy - Review of Significant Therapeutic Effects.
- Authors
Gabriela, Barszcz
- Abstract
Introduction: TECAR therapy is one of the physiotherapeutic treatments which, in practice, is a completely innovative way of using short-wave diathermy - alternating current, which is characterized by a frequency range of radio waves (from 300 kHz to 1 MHz) and offers extraordinary therapeutic potential. Its long electromagnetic wave length (30-300m) allows deep penetration of muscles, tendons and bones. TECAR therapy provides analgesic, anti-inflammatory, regenerative and even wound healing. Materials and Methods: A search of literature for this review was conducted using PubMed, Google Schoolar and the following keywords: TECAR therapy, manual therapy, muscle disorders. It was based on the analysis of seven of the twenty searched articles. Results: TECAR therapy, especially in combination with manual therapy, increases joint mobility especially in rigid joints, accelerates tissue repair, improves tissue stability and extensibility, and reduces soft tissue inflammation by reducing pro-inflammatory mediators and improving capillary permeability. In addition, by warming deep tissues, it stimulates vascularity, promotes tissue rest and stimulates lymphatic drainage. Conclusion: TECAR therapy, due to its high therapeutic efficacy, non-invasive nature and minimal side effects when administered correctly, shows application for both treatment and prophylaxis in various fields of physiotherapy. In combination with manual therapy and high-intensity laser therapy, it offers optimal cooperation in the regeneration process of all muscle diseases.
- Subjects
PHYSICAL therapy; RADIO waves; ANTI-inflammatory agents; PUBMED (Online service); PREVENTIVE medicine
- Publication
European Journal of Clinical & Experimental Medicine, 2024, p11
- ISSN
2544-2406
- Publication type
Article