THE PRINCIPLES OF PRESSOTHERAPY

Pressotherapy involves applying pressure to different areas of the body.

The pressotherapy device consists of air cells that inflate and deflate to exert sequential pressure . or continues . This mechanical action allows for better fluid circulation.

BENEFITS AND USES OF PRESSOTHERAPY

Pressotherapy is primarily used for its benefits on blood and lymphatic circulation . It helps improve a number of circulatory disorders, such as edema, lymphedema, and the feeling of heavy legs.

Pressotherapy for heavy legs

Heavy legs are a common reason for using compression therapy. People who suffer from it experience tingling, pain, and numbness, resulting from poor blood circulation. Compression boots are very effective in improving venous return in the legs.

Pressotherapy for water retention

Water retention is linked to impaired lymphatic circulation. It can be caused by many factors, including certain illnesses, medications, but also heat and diet.

Pressotherapy stimulates the circulation of lymph and water in the body. It therefore helps eliminate excess water and reduce edema and other associated swelling. Furthermore, it facilitates the elimination of toxins.

Pressotherapy and cellulite

Cellulite is primarily caused by water retention and poor blood circulation. In pressotherapy, the sequential pressure technique helps reduce the "orange peel" appearance of cellulite by firming the skin and draining fluids from the tissues.

IS PRESSOTHERAPY A SOLUTION FOR WEIGHT LOSS?

By eliminating excess water and toxins, pressotherapy helps to refine the silhouette , firm tissues, and smooth cellulite and other imperfections. This is why it is often used for cosmetic purposes, as part of a slimming program.

However, the slimming effect of pressotherapy is primarily due to its action on fluids. It may be beneficial if your excess weight is caused or exacerbated by water retention, or in cases of aqueous cellulite.

WHO IS PRESSOTHERAPY FOR?

People concerned about water retention and wishing to slim their bodies can also try pressotherapy. Adipocytes, toxins, and cellulite are easily eliminated by this technique, which complements other slimming treatments such as lipocavitation, kumashape, lipolaser, or manual slimming massages.

There are some contraindications to pressotherapy: if you suffer from kidney failure, hypertension, venous thrombosis, heart problems, but also in cases of tumors and abscesses.

PROCEDURE FOR A PRESSOTHERAPY SESSION

The procedure is simple. Upon arrival, you lie on your back on a treatment table. Depending on the area of ​​the body being treated, the practitioner applies the boots, sleeves, or belt. They then adjust the type and rhythm of pressure according to the desired effect. The devices then inflate and deflate.

The sessions usually last between 30 and 40 minutes.

To optimize your pressotherapy sessions, you can follow these tips :

• It is advisable to stay well hydrated between each session. This will allow your body to regenerate and eliminate waste.
• You need to move as much as possible; to do this, engage in regular physical activity.
• In order to reduce water retention, it is absolutely essential to reduce or eliminate foods that are too salty and too sugary from your diet.
• Finally, it is not recommended to eat too much before a pressotherapy session because the liver and kidneys will already have been stressed.