TECAR (DIATHERMY)
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TECAR Therapy in East London, Bow, Mile End, Essex, Chigwell, Woodford Green, Hornchurch
At Spine Plus, all of our clinics can provide TECAR Therapy to maximise recovery from pain and injury even in the deepest hardest-to-reach tissues. Our TECAR machines are TOP OF THE RANGE, for example, the MEDIPHARON 5 (by Medisport).
These are extremely versatile machines that can help both acute and chronic injuries, involving a variety of different tissue types at various frequencies and depths.
What is TECAR Therapy and How Does it Work?
TECAR involves the following:
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Passing a therapeutic radio-frequency electromagnetic current (RFEC) through the target tissues.
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This speeds up the transportation of ionic substances.
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It creates movement (rotation/oscillation) of compounds, especially water, sodium, potassium, calcium, and chloride molecules thereby creating a therapeutic DEEP heating effect.
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This increased blood flow and drainage increases metabolic activity and positively influences cells involved in the healing / inflammatory response and changes in peripheral nerve conduction
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Frequently Asked Questions About TECAR Therapy
Is The Medipharon 5 TECAR Therapy Safe? Yes, it has been fully tested and certified as being a safe and therapeutic therapy to use with few contra-indications and very few risks of adverse reactions.
What Are the Contraindications to Receiving TECAR Therapy? Yes a few, as listed below:
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Cardiac Pacemakers
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Suspected or obvious neoplasm (cancer),
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Hearing aids,
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Uterine Contraceptive Devices,
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Pregnancy,
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Epilepsy,
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Fever and Infections.
Is TECAR Therapy Painful? No, not at all, it feels like a very pleasant warming massage sensation, not dissimilar to a heated stone massage. The difference is that with TECAR the healing electrical pulses pass far deeper into the body.
How Does TECAR Therapy Compare to Shock Wave Therapy? The two modalities are very different. Shock wave uses mechanical forces (in the form of air pressure to create. a “shock wave” to break down adhesions and calcified tissue as well as stimulate the blood floor. Whereas with the TECAR electromagnetic waves are aimed at the target tissues to produce heat, and drainage and stimulate cells involved with inflammation and healing. The two treatments can be used together and complement each other, in fact, we have seen particular success with plantar fasciitis patients when TECA Therapy is performed following shock wave therapy.
TECAR vs Ultrasound – What’s the Difference? As with shock waves, Ultrasound therapy uses mechanical forces to create the movement of particles and damaged tissues, albeit these forces are a lot lighter with ultrasound and therefore perhaps more appropriate to acute settings. TECAR can benefit acute as well as chronic conditions but one big difference with ultrasound is that it will penetrate a lot deeper.
Is TECAR Therapy Effective? What Conditions Respond Well to TECAR Therapy? TECAR has many set protocols that have been tried and tested for conditions such as neck and shoulder pain and tension, low back pain, sciatica, symptoms due to arthritis in the knee and plantar fasciitis to name just a few.
How Many Sessions Will I Need? One of the great things about TECAR Therapy is that patients don’t have to wait for many sessions to know whether it’s helping or not. In general, improvements will be experienced with just one or two sessions. Depending on the problem you suffer with, you might require a monthly top-up treatment, as a form of pain management for chronic conditions. Since providing TECAR Therapy we’ve noticed that chronic conditions such as arthritic knees and long-term back conditions (including mild spinal stenosis cases) have responded to TECAR where previously we were struggling to help these patients. We go so far as to say that in our opinion TECAR is a “MUST HAVE” piece of kit for any clinic serious about providing gold-standard back pain therapy and is the perfect adjunct to Osteopath, Physiotherapy or Chiropractic treatment. So far TECAR Therapy has proved a great investment for our clinics and the patients we care for.
Why Chose Us
We understand that dealing with musculoskeletal disorders can be challenging. That’s why we are committed to providing exceptional care that goes beyond standard treatment. Here’s why you should choose Spine Plus for addressing these health issues:
Expert Multi-Disciplinary Team
Our team of highly skilled therapists is trained in a variety of disciplines, ensuring a comprehensive approach to your care. Whether you need physical therapy, chiropractic adjustments, or specialised rehabilitation, our experts collaborate to create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your unique needs.
Comprehensive Care for All Musculoskeletal Conditions
While our name highlights our expertise in spinal care, our services extend to a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, including sports injuries. Our holistic approach ensures that every aspect of your musculoskeletal health is addressed, helping you achieve optimal well-being.
Patient-Centred Ethos
At Spine Plus, your health and well-being are our top priorities. Our patient-centred ethos means that we listen to your concerns, understand your goals, and involve you in every step of your treatment process. We are dedicated to making your journey to recovery as smooth and effective as possible.
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• Established >20 years
• Experts in Spinal problems and many other
• Free resources and helpful guides
• Established IDD Therapy Centre – Specialists in Disc Care
• Rapid referral for MRI if required (we can refer to our partner MRI centre and you will receive a discount) or if required to our partner Doctor Consultants
• Same day appointments, early and late availability
• Video consultations if required
• Online booking system, book whenever – wherever
• Access to our Exercise App for home rehab drills
What We Treat
At Spine Plus, we treat various musculoskeletal disorders and other issues using advanced, multi-disciplinary therapies for effective and lasting relief.
Sciatica
Tecartherapy accelerates healing, reduces inflammation, and enhances oxygen supply. So, you can trust the treatment for this issue!
Shoulder and Neck Pain:
Tecar therapy stimulates blood flow, reduces muscle spasms, and enhances tissue regeneration. It also effectively alleviates pain and improves joint function.
Low Back Pain (Lumbago)
Tecar therapy reduces pain and disability associated with low back pain. So, it is a popular solution to get rid of your lower back pain!
When you step foot into any of our clinics, I promise you three things:
01. Patients Come First
The most important part of everything we do is you. No matter who you are, everyone is a priority in our clinics. We know you on a first-term basis and you will never be seen as just a number or a name on our list.
02. Transparency
We have a transparent attitude to the service we provide; we are always open and honest with our advice. All the therapy teams are handpicked and trained by me. Our clinics are equipped with the latest therapy technologies from gold-standard brands. You’ll never see gimmicky products, machines or services in our clinics nor will we try and sell you bogus treatments that don’t work. If we don’t think something is worthwhile, we won’t advocate it or have it in our clinics.
We Never Stop Evolving
Our constant goal has always been and will continue to be to improve the experience for our patients, whether this involves expanding the services we offer or improving our skills and knowledge, we’re always adding benefits and services to serve our patients best.
Don’t take my word for it. These are our promises. Visit any of our clinics and see the team live up to them.
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