TECAR Therapy
Thermo TK
Deep Heating
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TECAR Therapy
What is TECAR Therapy?
vTheory TECAR (Transfert Electrical Capacitive And Resistive) Therapy
is form of combined contact diathermy that applies
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electromagnetic energy to bilogical tissue.
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Indications The electromagnetic frequency 300 KHz to 1.2 MHz) applied
originates from radio-frequncy spectrum.
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v Thermo-TK Benefits:
• Stimulates body’s natural repair mechanism
• Promotes heat induced vasodialation
• Regeneration and relaxation of muscles
• Help relieve post-traumatic disorders eg. edema
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TECAR Therapy
Overview
vTheory TECAR Therapy is a device for non-invasive diathermy.
vIndications It has thermal and athermal effects
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Indications Field of Application
• Physiotherapy
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• Sports medicine
v Treatment
v Thermo-TK Most common uses:
• Acute and chronic pain
• Muscle and tendon disorders
• Spine and peripheral joint disorders
• Ligamnet sprains and strains
• Sports traumas
• Myofacial trigger points release
• Post-surgery rehabilitation
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• Scar tissue removal
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A-thermal effects
vTheory Based on passing of the radio-frequency current through the tissue
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vContra Alternating current
in the tissue
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Ion movement
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Increases activity of
the lymphatic
system
Improved toxin and Albsorption of
Edema reduction metabolic inflammatory
absorption exudates
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Thermal effects
vTheory Based on the production of heat
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vContra Heat creates vaso-
dialation
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v Effect
Increases blood
v Treatment perfusion
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Increased supply of
Myo-relaxation oxygen and
nutrients
Pain releif Supports Healing
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Biological Effects
vTheory Athermal
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• Edema Reduction
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• Increased toxins and metabolite absorptions
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• Inflammatory exudates absorption
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Thermal
v Thermo-TK
• Muscle relaxation
• Pain relief
• Healing
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TECAR Therapy
Indications
vTheory • Pain management
vIndications Acute and Chronic pain
• Inflammations
vContra
Indications • Improves blood circulation
• Muscle relaxation
v Effect
• Hypertonic muslce relaxation
v Treatment • Post-training regenration
v Thermo-TK • Trigger points
A wide range of treatment suggestions is available in the
program mode divided by body part
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Contra-Indications
vTheory
vIndications • Pacemaker
vContra • Hearing Aid
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• Metal implants and / or metal objects in the electric field
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• Malignant / benign tumors
v Treatment
• Pregnancy
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• Active arthritis and acute inflammation
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Precautions
vTheory
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The operation of ThermoTK near electromagnetic fields, such
vContra as X-ray or diathermy may interfere with the operation of the
Indications system
v Effect Keep a safe distance of several meters!
v Treatment
v Thermo-TK
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TECAR Therapy
Treatment Method
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• Locate the disorder
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• Place the neutral electrode
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Indications • Apply the cream on the treatment area
v Effect • Select the Resistive or Capacitive electrode and size
Ø Capacitive for Superficial / vascularized tissue
v Treatment
Ø Resistive for deeper / avascular tissue
v Thermo-TK
• Combination of therapist skills and physical modality
Ø Massage techniques
Ø Passive motion techniques
Ø Muscle activation techniques
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TECAR Therapy
Treatment Method
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vIndications Capacitive Mode Resistive Mode
540 KHz 460 KHz
vContra superficial structures like deeper structures such as
Indications Muscles and the Lymph system tendons, ligaments, nerves,
blood vessels and bone structures
v Effect
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TECAR Therapy
Treatment Method - Examples
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Treatment Method - Examples
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Literature and Studies
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• EDEL, H.: Fibel der Elektrodiagnostik und
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Elektrotherapie, Verlag Gesundheit, GmbH, Berlin 1991
vContra • STROPPE, H.: Physik, VEB Fachbuchverlag, Leipzig 1974
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• LUNZE, K.: Einführung in die Elektrotechnik, VEB, Verlag Technik,
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Berlin 1973
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• DREXEL, H. u. A.: Physikalische Medizin, Bd. 4 Elektro-
v Thermo-TK und Lichttherapie, Hippokrates-Verlag, Stuttgart 1988
• GILLERT, RULFFS, BOEGELEIN: Elektrotherapie, Pflaum Verlag,
München 1995
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ThermoTK next generation
Product Specifications
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TECAR Therapy
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Specifications
vTheory Frequency ü 460 kHz - Resistive / Capacitive
ü 540 kHz - Resistive / Capacitive
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ü Alternated (460 – 560 kHz) - Resistive / Capacitive
vContra Therapy Mode ü Continuous
Indications ü Pulsed
-On time 1 – 10 sec. in steps of 1 second
- Off time 1 – 10 sec in steps of 1 second
v Effect
Therapy methods Dynamic, 1 applicator + neutral electrode
Dynamic, 2 applicators (one is active, the second the
v Treatment neutral) Handsfree (static) with 2 self-adhesive
electrodes
v Thermo-TK
Max Output tower 150 W effective at 500 Ohm
Accuracy ± 20%
Electrodes Capacitive, Ø 30, 50, 70 mm
Resistive, Ø 30, 50, 70 mm
Treatment Time 1-60 minutes
Programmed 58
Positions
Programmable 100
Positions
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Specifications
vTheory Mains power 100 - 240 V / 50 Hz / 60 Hz
vIndications Mains Fuse 2 x T2AL, 250 V, 5 x 20 mm
Power consumption max. 300 VA
vContra
Indications Protection class I
v Effect Applied part Type BF
Operating Mode Continuous Operation
v Treatment
Display type and size Full colour graphic display with touch, 7 inch, resolution
v Thermo-TK 1024x600
Dimensions 322 mm x 234 mm x 135 mm
Weight 3 kg
Packing Carton Box
Ø Weight incl unit and Ca. 8.40 kg
assembly
Ø Dimensions 580 x 515 x 251
Operation Operation 10°C to +40°C
Storage and Transport -10°C to +50°C, 10% to 90% relative humidity without
condensation, at 500 hPa -1060 hPa
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Electrodes
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3 Capacitive electrode
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• Ø 30, 50, 70 mm (ceramic coating)
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Indications 3 Resistive electrodes
• Ø 30, 50, 70 mm (metal)
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v Treatment Self-Adhesive electrode
• 197 x 101 mm (Resistive)
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Common electrode
• 140 x 240 mm (Resistive)
Applicator
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Contact cream ThermoTK
durability:
6 months after opening (and stored correctly)
24 months when unopened (and stored correctly)
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TECAR Therapy
Standard Accessories
1 x Applicator with white connector (8 Pin)
vTheory 1 x Applicator with white connector (4 Pin)
vIndications 1 x RES electrode ø 30 mm
1 xRES electrode ø 50 mm
vContra
Indications 1 x RES electrode ø 70 mm
1 x CAP electrode ø 30 mm
v Effect
1 x CAP electrode ø 50 mm
v Treatment 1 x CAP electrode ø 70 mm
v Thermo-TK 1 x Neutral electrode (140 x 240 mm)
1 x 210 cm Electrode cable (8 Pin)
1 x 210 cm Electrode cable (4 Pin)
2 x Silicone cover for handle (diameter 12 mm
2 x Unipolar adhesive plate (197x101 mm)
1 x Holder for electrode and handle
1 x Conductive cream
1 x Power cable cable
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Optional Accessories
vTheory Cart Move Physio
vIndications Silicon cover for applicator set of 10pcs
vContra Transport bag for ThermoTK
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Features and Benefits
vTheory • Capacitive and Resistive Mode
vIndications • 2 Treatment frequencies
vContra Ø 460 kHz, 540 kHz
Indications
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v Thermo-TK
Capacitive Mode Resistive Mode
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Features and Benefits
vTheory • Several Treatment modes
vIndications Active (optional with 2 applicators)
ü Continuous mode with 460 or 540 kHz
vContra ü Pulsed mode with 460 or 540 kHz
Indications ü Alternation between 460 and 540 kHz in continuous mode
v Effect
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Features and Benefits
vTheory • Several Treatment modes
vIndications
Passive, handsfree (always resistive mode)
ü Continuous mode with 460 or 540 kHz
vContra
Indications ü Pulsed mode with 460 or 540 kHz
ü Alternation between 460 and 540 kHz in continuous mode
v Effect
v Treatment
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Features and Benefits
vTheory • Monitoring of the contact during the whole therapy
vIndications • Visual signalization on the applicator in case of contact loss
vContra • Precise and effective therapy
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• Continuing impedance measuring during the treatment
v Effect • Automatic adjusted of the intensity
v Treatment • Guarantees safe treatment
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Features and Benefits
vTheory • Easy operation
vIndications • Protocols
vContra - 58 programmed treatment suggestion, selectable via body parts
Indications
• Favorites
v Effect - 100 positions, storable via name
v Treatment • Therapy, direct access via the main screen
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Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
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Basic Operation
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Comparison
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Indications
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Marketing Materials
vTheory
• Brochure (A3 format)
vIndications
• Therapy guide
vContra • Data sheet
Indications
• PowerPoint Presentation
v Effect • Clinical Trainings
v Treatment Speakers/educators
Zimmer Academy https://zimmer.de/en/academy/
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Pricing
vTheory
Description Enduser Price
vIndications
Thermo TK incl. standard accessories €7990.00
vContra
Indications Cart Move Physio €915.00
Transport Bag Thermo TK €250.00
v Effect
v Treatment
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