Wintecare

What Wintecare does

Wintecare SA is a Swiss-based medical technology company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chiasso, Ticino, Switzerland, that designs and manufactures TECAR/CRET (Capacitive-Resistive Energy Transfer) and focal vibration medical devices for physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and professional sports performance. Its core hardware portfolio consists of three devices: the T~PLUS high-power tecar therapy system — notable as the only tecar device globally that operates without conductive lotion — the V~PLUS focal vibration system targeting the neuromotor system for strength, coordination, and chronic pain applications, and the T~ADVANCED system positioned as a higher-end intelligent tecar platform. All devices operate at a precisely controlled 448 kHz frequency, and the underlying technology is supported by more than 100 peer-reviewed scientific studies and a dedicated research collaboration, the Multisystemic Approach Lab, established in 2024 with the International University of Catalonia.

The company monetizes through four streams: (1) high-value medical device hardware sales to clinics, hospitals, and sports teams; (2) the Performance Division, which deploys a network of 40+ specialists for on-site physiotherapy at elite sporting events; (3) the Learning Lab, a multi-tier training and certification program (seminars, webinars, three-day campus immersives, workshops, academic courses); and (4) a Shopify-based e-commerce line of complementary consumables and accessories (conductive lotions, cleaning solutions, transport cases, branded textiles). Distribution is hybrid: direct enterprise sales, regional channel partners (Enovis for Spain from February 2026, Healthtop for South Korea, ELSA Ortopedi for Turkey), brand affiliates in Zaragoza (Spain) and Osaka (Japan), and DTC e-commerce. Pricing for hardware is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; multi-year enterprise contracts are common. Wintecare holds MDR (EU), ISO 13485, MDD, FDA, KFDA, PMDA, and Russian medical device certifications, enabling commercial access across the major global MedTech markets.

Wintecare serves three primary customer segments: professional sports teams and elite athletes, physiotherapists and rehabilitation professionals, and national sports federations and leagues. The company has established high-visibility commercial and medical-partnership relationships with World Athletics, Nike, Manchester City Football Club, Swiss Ski, the Italian basketball league (LBA), and ASICS, and has supported on-site services at Diamond League meets, the Olympic Games, World Athletics Championships, and World Marathon Majors. The firmographic core headcount is 1-10 employees, with the 40+ specialist network and academic collaborators effectively extending the operating footprint. General Manager Claudio Freti (20+ years in medical technology distribution) leads day-to-day operations, with the company remaining privately held and showing no disclosed external institutional investment.

Name

Wintecare

Legal name

WINTECARE SA

Website

https://wintecare.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Wintecare is a Swiss medical technology company that designs and manufactures TECAR/CRET therapy and focal vibration devices for physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and professional sports performance, serving clinicians, elite athletes, and sports organizations globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electromedical Therapy Devices

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Rehabilitation Therapy Equipment (PT/OT Modalities, Exercise & Balance Devices) (HLAHAMAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports Physical Therapy & Return-to-Play Rehab (HSADAIAB), Sports & Active Rehabilitation Devices (Adaptive Sports Mobility, Performance Prosthetics) (HLAHAMAJ), Sports Rehabilitation, Return-to-Play & Performance Therapy Centers (MPAKAJAO)

Keywords

• Tecar therapy devices
• Physical therapy equipment
• Medical rehabilitation technology
• Capacitive resistive therapy
• Focal vibration therapy

Headquarters

HQ city

Chiasso

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Medical Device Hardware Sales: Sale of proprietary medical devices including T~PLUS, V~PLUS, and T~ADVANCED tecar therapy systems. These are high-value medical equipment sold to healthcare professionals, sports teams, and rehabilitation facilities.
2. Performance Division Services: Sports-focused services provided by 40+ specialists worldwide to support athletic performance. Includes on-site treatment services at sporting events, targeted treatments, and specialized tailored programs for sports.
3. Learning Lab Training Programs: Multi-level training programs including seminars for technology newcomers, webinars for online content, campus immersive programs, and standard courses for existing device owners. Revenue from training fees and certification programs.
4. Complementary Products: Sale of complementary products including conductive lotions (Conductive Lotion, Energy A+ Lotion, Myodrain Oil), cleaning solutions (Dermoclean), drainage solutions, electrode cleaners, warming devices, bags (sport bags, flight cases, trolleys), accessories (T~PLUS cart, electrode warmer), and textiles (gloves, towels, bandages, blankets, apparel).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Wintecare designs, manufactures, and distributes proprietary TECAR/CRET (Capacitive-Resistive Energy Transfer) medical devices — T~PLUS, V~PLUS, and T~ADVANCED — operating at 448 kHz for physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and professional sports performance. The company also delivers on-site sports physiotherapy services through its Performance Division and multi-level training programs through its Learning Lab.

Product overview

Wintecare is a Swiss-based physical therapy technology company offering a portfolio centered on TECAR/CRET (Capacitive-Resistive Energy Transfer) and focal vibration technologies. The core product lineup consists of three medical devices: T~PLUS (high-power tecar therapy requiring no conductive lotion), V~PLUS (focal vibration for neuromotor stimulation), and T~ADVANCED (intelligent tecar therapy combining performance and precision). These devices operate at 448 kHz frequency and are designed for physiotherapists, rehabilitation professionals, and sports specialists. The portfolio is complemented by a range of accessory products including conductive lotions, cleaning solutions, transport cases, and branded textiles. Services include the Performance Division (providing on-site sports physiotherapy at major athletic events) and the Learning Lab (offering training programs, webinars, workshops, and academic courses).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• T~PLUS: High-power tecar therapy device for physiotherapy and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, designed to elevate manual technique.
• V~PLUS
• T~ADVANCED
• Performance Division
• Learning Lab
• Multisystemic Approach
• Multisystemic Approach Lab

Products and services

• T~PLUS Tecar Therapy Device High-power capacitive-resistive energy transfer (TECAR/CRET) device for physiotherapy, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and pain management. Designed for physiotherapists, rehabilitation professionals, and sports medicine practitioners. Unique no-lotion capability enables treatment of myofascial and non-specific low back/neck pain without superficial overheating.
• V~PLUS Focal Vibration Device Focal vibration medical device that stimulates the peripheral mechanoreceptors to train the central nervous system for improved muscle fiber control. Applications include post-surgical rehabilitation (e.g., ACL), neurological recovery from stroke, spasticity reduction, and athletic performance enhancement for strength, reactivity, and explosiveness. Designed for physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, and sports medicine professionals.
• T~ADVANCED Tecar Therapy Device Advanced TECAR/CRET physical therapy device that blends performance and intelligence for precision and safety in treatments. Targets physiotherapy clinics, rehabilitation centers, and sports medicine practices seeking high-end tecar therapy capability.
• Performance Division Sports Services On-site sports physiotherapy and performance services provided by 40+ specialists worldwide. Includes targeted treatments, specialized tailored programs by sport, and on-site medical coverage at major athletic events such as Diamond League meets, Olympic Games, and World Championships. Served clients include Manchester City FC, Swiss Ski, Team Gut, Lega Basket Serie A, Nike athletes, and World Athletics.
• Learning Lab Training Programs Multi-level training and certification programs to help physiotherapists and sports professionals master Wintecare technologies. Includes seminars for technology newcomers, webinars, three-day campus immersives, standard courses for device owners, workshops, one-to-one training, and the annual World Wintecare Summit in Ibiza.
• Wintecare Complementary Products (lotions, accessories, textiles) Range of complementary products supporting tecar and focal vibration device operation, sold via the Shopify online store. Includes conductive lotions, Dermoclean cleaning solution, Energy A+ lotion and spray, Myodrain oil, sports bags, flight cases, trolleys, the T~PLUS cart, plate heaters, tecar electrode cleaners, gloves, bandages, blankets, and branded apparel.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 400 treatments provided to athletes during single Diamond League season (2017)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship, major and regional.

• Enovis GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 24 February 2026Enovis Group assumed role of official distributor of Wintecare in Spain. Enovis responsible for distribution, commercial operations, and logistics management in Spain, providing solid structure, extensive sales network, and experience in medical technology projects. Wintecare Spain continues key role in clinical development, specialized training, technical support, and strategic brand positioning.
• World AthleticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld Athletics provides Wintecare as official tecar technology provider for World Athletics events and athlete support programs. Wintecare provides technology and specialist services for athlete recovery and performance at championships and league events.
• NikecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNike and Wintecare collaboration providing treatment services for Nike athletes during Diamond League events and World Championships. Wintecare provides on-site physiotherapy and recovery support using tecar technology.
• Swiss SkiflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term collaboration with Swiss national skiing team sharing technology, application programs, training, and know-how. Focus on improving athlete performance through Wintecare physiotherapy technologies.
• Team Gut (Lara Gut)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term project with one of the world's most successful skiing teams. Wintecare shares technology, programs, training, and expertise with the team.
• LBA (Lega Basket Serie A)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with Italian basketball league for 2018-2019 season providing physiotherapy services and support to professional basketball teams.
• Manchester City Football ClubflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerWintecare provider of physiotherapy services and equipment for Manchester City Football Club. Collaboration on player rehabilitation and performance optimization.
• ASICSmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerASICS Festival of Running partnership where Wintecare specialists provided muscle recovery, jet-lag management, and pre-race activation treatments to runners.
• Healthtop LTDcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for South Korea market with focus on post-surgery, medical aesthetics, and rejuvenation applications.
• ELSA OrtopediregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTurkish partner company with global vision and 30+ years of experience in orthopedics, rehabilitation, and sports equipment.
• Ros AssociatimajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports agency representing elite athletes supported by Wintecare at international athletics events including World Cross Country Championships.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• BTL Group: One of the world's largest manufacturers of tecar, shockwave, laser, and electrotherapy medical devices. Directly competes with Wintecare's T~PLUS and T~ADVANCED products in physiotherapy and sports medicine clinics globally.
• Zimmer MedizinSysteme: German manufacturer of physiotherapy devices including tecar/diathermy systems, shockwave therapy, and cryotherapy. Competes with Wintecare's tecar platform across European rehabilitation and sports medicine channels.
• Mettler Electronics: US-based manufacturer of therapeutic ultrasound, electrotherapy, and shortwave diathermy devices. Overlaps with Wintecare in physical therapy modalities and rehabilitation equipment sold to clinics and athletic trainers.
• Indiba (now part of Sinergy Group): Pioneer in capacitive-resistive diathermy (the original 'tecarlike' modality at 448 kHz). Indiba is the closest technological analogue to Wintecare and competes head-to-head in elite sports and physiotherapy clinics, especially in Spain and Europe.

Regional players

• Gymna (GymnaUniphy): Belgian manufacturer of physiotherapy and rehabilitation equipment. Overlaps with Wintecare in tecar therapy and physical therapy modalities, primarily across European physiotherapy clinics.

Others

• Compex / DJO (now under Enovis): Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) brand for muscle recovery, strength, and rehabilitation. Complements rather than directly competes with Wintecare, but operates in adjacent sports recovery and physiotherapy segments.

Broad incumbents

• Enovis Corporation (formerly DJO/Colson): Global orthopedic and rehabilitation medical device company. Enovis is already Wintecare's distributor in Spain and competes broadly with Wintecare's T~PLUS/V~PLUS products across its extensive physiotherapy and orthopedic portfolio.
• DJO Global (Chattanooga brand): Major rehabilitation and sports medicine equipment manufacturer offering electrotherapy, ultrasound, and diathermy devices under the Chattanooga brand. Broad incumbent that competes in many of the same clinical and athletic training channels as Wintecare.

Emerging players

• Astar (Astar Beauty & Medical): Polish manufacturer of physiotherapy and aesthetic devices including tecar therapy systems. Competes with Wintecare in the European rehab and physiotherapy market with a similar niche positioning.
• Cosmed: Italian-based manufacturer of metabolic, body composition, and sports performance assessment equipment. Adjacent competitor in elite sports performance market with similar athlete and federation customer base as Wintecare's Performance Division.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/wintecare
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wintecare-sa

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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