Physio aesthetics
Physio-Aesthetics at The Active Healthcare Practice
TECAR therapy
Where Science Meets Natural Healing.
Where rehabilitation meets rejuvenation
Physio-Aesthetics combines advanced therapeutic technology with medical-grade aesthetic care.
Using evidence-based methods such as Tecar Therapy, lymphatic drainage, cavitation, vacuum (negative pressure) therapy and scar work, these treatments are designed to enhance recovery, reduce inflammation and restore natural tissue health — while supporting visible improvements in tone, contour and skin quality.
This integrative approach bridges the gap between clinical rehabilitation and aesthetic wellbeing, helping you look and feel your best, safely and naturally.
Tecar Therapy for Physio-Aesthetic Treatments
Rejuvenate, Repair & Restore — from the inside out
Tecar Therapy, also known as Transfer of Energy Capacitive and Resistive, is an advanced form of radiofrequency therapy that stimulates your body’s own natural healing and regenerative processes.
Originally used in sports and rehabilitation medicine, Tecar has become a leading technology in physio-aesthetics, combining medical-grade tissue repair with cosmetic rejuvenation.
TECAR THERAPY
Tecar Therapy & Injury Treatment
The Deep-Tissue Technology Transforming Rehab & Recovery
What is Tecar Therapy?
TECAR stands for Transfer of Energy Capacitive and Resistive, and it’s a form of radiofrequency electrotherapy that utilises electromagnetic energy to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes.
Unlike surface level treatments such as TENS or ultrasound, TECAR delivers controlled high frequency energy that activates both superficial and deep tissues through thermal and bio stimulating effects. This makes it highly effective in accelerating recovery, reducing inflammation and pain, and improving circulation, without discomfort or downtime.
The Origins of Tecar in Therapy
TECAR technology originated in Italy and was originally developed for elite sports medicine. Since then, it has spread rapidly across Europe and is popular among both elite sports teams and injury clinics, having garnered attention for its ability to reduce pain and cut rehabilitation time for musculoskeletal injuries by up to 50%.
Its non-invasive yet powerful results have quickly gained traction, and today TECAR is used in top-level sports performance centres, orthopaedic rehabilitation clinics, and manual therapy practices worldwide.
How it works:
Tecar Therapy delivers controlled electromagnetic energy deep into the tissues using two modes:
- Capacitive mode (CET)– for skin, fascia and lymphatic structures
- Resistive mode (RET) – for deeper muscles, tendons and fat layers
This internal heat generation boosts microcirculation, oxygenation and lymphatic flow, accelerating cell metabolism and stimulating collagen and elastin production.
Facial benefits:
- Improves skin tone, elasticity and radiance
- Reduces puffiness and dark circles
- Softens fine lines and wrinkles
- Aids post-aesthetic recovery after facial surgery or injectables
Body benefits:
- Enhances firmness and contourin areas such as abdomen, thighs and arms
- Stimulates fat metabolism and lymphatic flow
- Reduces cellulite, swelling and fibrosis
- Supports muscle recovery after training or surgery
Why is it gaining popularity?
As clients demand faster results, less pain, and more personalised care, TECAR therapy ticks all the boxes for both therapists and patients, due to:
O Immediate pain relief after just one session
O Non-invasive and comfortable
O Complements manual therapy, dry needling, and rehabilitation exercise
O Reduces therapist fatigue by enhancing hands-on results
O Faster healing times for both soft tissue and joint injuries/conditions
O Safe and suitable for acute and chronic injury
Clinical applications
TECAR is versatile and effective in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal and soft tissue conditions, including (but not limited to):
O Tendinopathies (e.g., Achilles, patellar, rotator cuff)
O Ligament injuries and sprains
O Muscle strain and contractures
O Joint stiffness, arthritis, and capsulitis Sciatica and nerve entrapments
O Plantar fasciitis
O Lower back pain and neck stiffness
O Post-surgical rehabilitation
It’s also excellent for post-exercise recovery, making it popular among athletes who want to accelerate muscle repair and reduce soreness
Lymphatic Drainage for Post-Surgical Recovery
Specialist lymphatic drainage therapy plays a vital role in post-operative healing. With advanced training in post-cosmetic surgery care, I support patients safely from just a few days after surgery and can liaise directly with your surgical team.
Gentle, targeted techniques help to reduce swelling, bruising and discomfort, improve circulation, and prevent fluid build-up or fibrosis.
This is especially effective following facelifts, breast reductions or augmentations, tummy tucks, BBLs and liposuction, promoting smoother healing and restoring a natural, balanced appearance.
Cavitation & Vacuum Therapy
Taking a physio-aesthetic rather than purely beauty-based approach, cavitation and vacuum therapies are used to stimulate lymphatic flow, enhance circulation and improve tissue tone.
These modalities help to break down localised fat, firm the skin, and support even tissue healing following aesthetic or reconstructive procedures.
When combined with Tecar Therapy or manual lymphatic techniques, they form part of a holistic, medically-aware programme for optimal contouring and recovery.
Scar Work & Fibrosis Treatment
Scar tissue and post-surgical fibrosis can cause tightness, restriction and cosmetic irregularities.
My specialist scar work combines gentle manual therapy, lymphatic and fascial release, and where appropriate, Tecar Therapy, to promote soft, healthy tissue remodelling.
This approach helps reduce lumpiness and tethering, restore comfortable movement, and improve appearance and skin texture after surgery, trauma or aesthetic procedures.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
A natural, science-led approach to healthier, fresher-looking skin
Cosmetic acupuncture (also known as facial acupuncture) uses ultra-fine needles to gently stimulate the muscles, fascia and circulation in the face. Unlike injectables, it doesn’t freeze or fill — instead, it works with your body’s own systems to improve skin tone, texture and radiance.
Boosts circulation
Tiny, precise needling increases local blood flow, bringing oxygen and nutrients to the skin while supporting a healthy glow.
Supports collagen production
Micro-stimulation encourages your body’s natural repair response, helping to improve firmness and fine lines over time.
Releases muscle tension + softens expression lines
Many lines are tension lines. Releasing tight facial muscles and fascia can soften the appearance of frown lines, jaw tension, and “tired” areas.
Reduces puffiness + enhances lymphatic flow
Gentle needling supports lymphatic drainage, reducing swelling, heaviness and that “puffy” tired look.
Helps balance the nervous system
Facial acupuncture is deeply calming, lowering sympathetic drive and improving tone in the parasympathetic system. This can improve things like jaw clenching, stress-related tension and facial holding patterns.
Works beautifully alongside physio-aesthetic treatments
It pairs perfectly with Tecar therapy, lymphatic drainage, scar work and fascia-focused techniques for a fully integrated, non-invasive skin and wellness treatment.
TECAR IN PRACTICE HOW CAN YOU USE IT?
TECAR can be used as a standalone modality or combined seamlessly with:
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