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Potential of TEKAR therapy application in aesthetic rehabilitation
https://doi.org/10.33667/2078-5631-2025-8-118-121
Abstract
This article describes the possibilities of TEKAR therapy. TEKAR therapy is an innovative technique used in physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Its scientific basis is based on the principles of electromagnetic energy transfer, which includes two main mechanisms: capacitive and resistive energy transfer. TEKAR therapy works by using radiofrequency energy, usually in the range of 300 kHz to 1.2 MHz. The article details the principles of operation and mechanisms of action of this therapy, provides a rationale for its effectiveness, and, in addition, discusses contraindications in detail.
About the Authors
S. S. Okushko
Beauty Space Clinic Medical Center
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Okushko Sitora S., plastic surgeon
Moscow
E. V. Gusakova
Central State Medical Academy of the Administrative Department of the President of Russia
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Gusakova Elena V., DM Sci (habil.), head of Dept of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine with a Course in Clinical Psychology and Pedagogy
Moscow
N. V. Gryazeva
Central State Medical Academy of the Administrative Department of the President of Russia
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Gryazeva Natalia V., DM Sci (habil.), associate professor at Dept of Dermatovenereology and Cosmetology
Moscow
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Okushko S.S., Gusakova E.V., Gryazeva N.V. Potential of TEKAR therapy application in aesthetic rehabilitation. Medical alphabet. 2025;(8):118-121. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.33667/2078-5631-2025-8-118-121
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