The microwave diathermy creates an endogenous heat in the treated tissues that is transmitted in the deep layers. The greatest warming occurs in tissues with a high water content such as muscles. Radar therapy is indicated in cases of muscle contractures, arthritis, post-traumatic pain, tendinitis, etc. The therapeutic effects of radar therapy are:
Pain reduction
Improvement of the extensibility of collagen
Reduction of joint stiffness
Reduction of inflammatory edemas and exudates
Increase in blood flow