Gymna-2019-2020 - Flipbook - Side 93
TECAR & Diathermy
Biological effects of TECAR therapy
The application of a capacitor on tissue creates a
localised current due to attractive and repulsive
charges. This influences the relationship between
the cells and micro-vicinity (the so-called non-specific Pischinger tissue).
The vibration activated by the localised current
exercises it favourably, working on all parts of the
affected tissue (i.e. venous, arterial and lymphatic
micro-circulation, cell matrix and membrane, etc.).
Therapeutic effects of TECAR therapy:
The following effects have been attributed to the
transfer of electromagnetic energy in a capacitive
and resistive manner:
• Improved permeability of cell membranes
• Increased intracellular and extracellular
movement of ions
• Restoration of chemical and electric balance in
the cell
• Stimulation of mitochondria to generate more
ATP
• Generation of endogenous heat in the tissues
(diathermy)
• Vasodilation
• Stimulation of the lymph system
• Endorphin release
The beneficial effects of TECAR therapy are
mostly used in physical therapy, rehabilitation and
pain management, such as for:
• Bruises and sprains
• Post-surgery rehabilitation
• Sports traumas
• Muscle and tendon disorders
• Neuropathy
• Scar tissue
• Spine and peripheral joint disorders
• Pelvic floor rehabilitation
• Vascular and lymphatic system disorders
• Orthopaedic disorders of the peripheral nervous
system
• Acute and chronic pain
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