Pressotherapy - description of the procedure and contraindications

In the human body, the lymphatic system plays a significant role - it removes excess fluid from tissues, participates in the delivery of hormones, and helps fight infections. The negative impact of age-related processes or external factors can reduce its performance. As a result, swelling occurs and, as a result, stagnation occurs in the deep layers of the skin.

Pressotherapy, a hardware procedure that stimulates natural lymphatic drainage, helps eliminate and prevent negative processes. It is based on the compression effect of compressed air. Lymph flow becomes more intense, which leads to detoxification and removal of excess fluid.

The therapeutic effect is achieved due to fluctuations in atmospheric pressure inside a special suit that the patient puts on before starting the procedure. Rhythmic pressing is combined with periods of relaxation. This stimulates lymph flow and promotes weight loss. When developing the device, the anatomical nuances of the human structure were taken into account. Therefore, there are no unpleasant sensations.

In what cases will pressotherapy help?

The procedure is effective in both medicine and cosmetology. There are certain indications for its use:

varicose veins, swelling after mastectomy, elimination of congestion in patients with limited motor functions, other disorders of lymph flow;
removal of residual fatty tissue after liposuction and cavitation;
elimination of external skin imperfections - sagging, swelling, decreased elasticity;
figure correction - sagging skin after weight loss, extra pounds, cellulite, decreased elasticity;
joint problems - osteochondrosis, arthritis;
nervous exhaustion, emotional fatigue, stress, high psychological stress.

The use of pressotherapy is possible to prevent the following disorders:

varicose veins;
cardiovascular problems;
insufficient activity of metabolic processes in the body.

Due to the nature of its application, the technique is contraindicated in the presence of skin lesions at the points of contact with the cuffs. However, healed wounds and scratches are not dangerous.

Pressotherapy: contraindications and indications

Indications:

obesity of varying severity;
swelling of soft tissues;
cellulite;
hematomas;
varicose veins (at an early stage);
venous insufficiency;
sleep disorders and insomnia;
figure correction;
chronic fatigue;
recovery of the body after physical activity.

In the absence of health problems, pressotherapy can be done for both men and women of any age. Moreover, this procedure is used not only in the field of cosmetology, but also as one of the methods for treating the following diseases:

varicose veins;
swelling;
heaviness and pain in the lower extremities;
gout;
diabetic angiopathy;
arthritis;
digestive problems;
spinal hernia;
slow metabolism;
vegetative-vascular dystonia;
cerebral palsy;
nervous system disorders;
depression;
paralysis and paresis;
multiple sclerosis;
muscle spasms;
Parkinson's syndrome.

In addition, pressotherapy is prescribed after treatment of cancerous tumors as rehabilitation, as well as for recovery after surgery. High efficiency is also observed in complex therapy of burn scars.

This procedure is considered an excellent replacement for ultrasound, manual lymphatic drainage and electrophoresis, as it is more gentle.

However, in the presence of certain diseases, this type of massage can be harmful, worsening the condition of the body:

Dermatological diseases.
Kidney-related diseases, including kidney failure.
Neoplasms (malignant and benign).
Lactation.
Pregnancy.
Presence of an installed pacemaker.
Diabetes.
Menstruation.
Tuberculosis.
Presence of blood clots.
Diseases associated with the heart and blood vessels.
Hypertension.
Thrombophlebitis of superficial and deep veins.
Risk of miscarriage.
Unhealed fractures.
Diseases associated with internal organs.

Under no circumstances should a patient be allowed to undergo pressotherapy if he or she has a pacemaker or metal implants.

If we are talking about varicose veins, then this procedure can be used either as a preventive measure or for treatment at an early stage of the development of the disease. Otherwise, lymphatic drainage should either be abandoned altogether, or the duration, dosage and frequency should be limited. Compressed air massage can be done for varicose veins only if the patient is wearing compression stockings.

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If a representative of the fair sex has gynecological diseases, then pressotherapy is possible only with the consent of the attending physician. Contraindications in this case are cysts and fibroids.

You should not resort to this type of massage during menstruation, since bleeding may increase due to the fact that the circulation of lymph and blood accelerates.

In all other cases, you should consult a doctor for advice. Do not forget that the procedure has side effects.

The appearance of bruises.

Due to the mechanical impact on the body, skin redness and bruising may occur after pneumomassage. To eliminate or reduce these manifestations, you should choose the right clothing that will reduce pressure on the surface of the skin.

Diuretic effect.

One of the side effects of pneumomassage is increased urination. However, it is difficult to call this a negative point, since the constantly arising need to go to the restroom indicates that the process that was activated by the specialist during the procedure continues.

Only after consulting a doctor and familiarizing yourself with the contraindications can you be sure that this manipulation is allowed. However, it is necessary to prepare for it, in particular, two hours before the massage you should refuse to eat, only drinking water in its pure form is allowed. Before going for pressotherapy, you should empty your bladder and also treat the area you plan to treat with a damp cloth. Only by following the listed rules can you get the maximum effect.

Contraindications for hardware lymphatic drainage

It is not always possible to use pressotherapy. There are standard contraindications for many physiotherapeutic procedures:

stage 3 hypertension, heart disease, atherosclerosis;
bleeding disorders - increased likelihood of bleeding, thrombosis;
mental disorders - epilepsy, high psychomotor excitability, tendency to hysteria;
oncological and infectious diseases;
critical women's days;
the presence of metal prostheses in areas of contact with the cuffs.

Approximate course duration

Pressotherapy of the lower extremities is often prescribed as a method of getting rid of edema, cellulite and manifestations of varicose veins. Foreign equipment is equipped with a fine-tuning system taking into account the individual characteristics of the body. Considering that after the session the effect of the procedure lasts for several days, a break is necessary between repeated visits to the specialist.

Standard massage is performed twice a week. The course of the required number of procedures is selected taking into account the diagnosis, purpose of the massage and general health. Next, a 6-month break and a repeat course are recommended to consolidate the effect.

Executing the procedure

Pressotherapy does not require any preliminary measures, with the exception of dietary restrictions. You should not eat food 2 hours before the start. In addition, during the procedure, intensive fluid removal occurs - it will be more comfortable if the bladder is empty.

The pressotherapy suit consists of separate cuffs that are placed on the arms, legs, and abdominal area. Inside it is divided into cells that are filled with air. During the session, the patient lies comfortably on his back and can use a phone or book. The doctor selects the required mode, and the patient feels wave-like pressure.

The frequency of alternating compression and relaxation depends on the selected mode. As a rule, one session lasts up to 35 minutes. To begin with, the doctor selects moderate pressure, increasing it with each session to the maximum - 120 mmHg. After completion, you should get up slowly, waiting a few minutes in a lying position.

Compatibility of pressotherapy with other types of massage and hardware procedures

For people who want to lose weight, but do not want to bother themselves with hard workouts in the gym, pressotherapy is perfect. However, this procedure does not help get rid of fat; it only removes excess fluid from the body. Therefore, the question arises as to whether compressed air massage will help deal with cellulite.

It is quite possible to get rid of the “orange peel” with the help of pressotherapy, since such a problem arises due to impaired blood flow due to local edema. The maximum effect can be achieved if you combine this procedure with a wrap or vacuum roller massage.

As mentioned above, pressotherapy is much more effective than classical massage, and the desired result can be achieved faster. Just one session using compressed air can replace 20 manual manipulations. However, in some cases, the patient may only be shown the second option, and this is determined solely by a specialist.

To achieve maximum effect, massage with compressed air can be supplemented with such procedures as:

Pressotherapy and cavitation.

These two manipulations are an excellent complement to each other. Using them together allows you to get a more tangible effect. They can be carried out either in combination or in turn.

Pressotherapy and myostimulation.

The compatibility of these procedures is excellent. By complementing each other, they allow you to achieve maximum effect. They can be used in combination. There is even a special course in the field of cosmetology, which is called “cavitation + myostimulation + pressotherapy.”

Infrared pressotherapy.

Another equally effective way to shape your figure is using infrared radiation. In this case, the complex of measures includes pressotherapy and procedures using “infrared pants”, which accelerate the breakdown of fat deposits and also have a positive effect on lymphatic and blood vessels.

Pressotherapy and wrapping.

As a rule, wraps are used in the fight against cellulite. It improves muscle and skin tone. As for complex use, in beauty salons, pressotherapy is often combined with wraps and vacuum massage.

Pressotherapy and LPG massage.

LPG massage and pressotherapy also have very good compatibility. However, in this case, the choice is made based on what result is planned to be obtained, as well as on the basis of the presence of contraindications.

Vacuum pressotherapy.

This procedure is a combination of pressotherapy and vacuum massage. Allows you to achieve long-term visible results, helps you quickly get rid of extra pounds.

Before doing any procedure, you must seek advice from a specialist. Only he will be able to select a suitable set of activities on an individual basis.

Everyone, regardless of gender and age, wants to have attractive shapes. It is unlikely that excess weight, cellulite, loose sagging skin, and fat deposits will add beauty and self-confidence. As a rule, in this case a person becomes dissatisfied with his own appearance. Some try to combat these phenomena with the help of fitness, sports and diets, but the results do not last long. In this case, digestive problems and muscle pain may also appear.

There are, of course, diets that do not have any side effects, but the results from them, as in the case of sports, appear after a long period of time, subject to careful adherence to the nutrition plan. Those who prefer to quickly get rid of extra pounds and maintain the effect as long as possible should give preference to pressotherapy, the price of which is quite affordable for everyone, and it is carried out by professionals in cosmetology clinics.

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This is a beauty center where you can undergo a course of pressotherapy at a reasonable cost, and you will be treated not by an ordinary cosmetologist, but by one of the best specialists in Moscow. This is a completely different, higher level of service!
You can receive qualified help at any time convenient for you. The beauty center is open from 9:00 to 21:00, seven days a week. The main thing is to agree with your doctor in advance on the date and time of your appointment.

Are there possible side effects?

If the regimen is chosen correctly and there are no contraindications, there can be no negative consequences. But due to the acceleration of lymph flow and the removal of excess fluid, more frequent urination is possible. When choosing the maximum compression mode, pinpoint hematomas may appear, which resolve on their own without any effort.

If extensive swelling is observed, swelling may appear in other areas of the body. This occurs due to increased blood circulation, active outflow of lymph in the areas affected by the device and its redistribution. For the same reason, women may experience bleeding during menstruation.

Main areas of influence

The procedure is prescribed by a doctor. The specialist develops a treatment plan and determines the affected areas. There are several types of procedures:

complex. Indications for the procedure include excess weight, cellulite, and a history of severe injuries and surgeries. For general pressotherapy, a special suit is used, into which air is first supplied and then pumped out;
Pressotherapy for legs. Indicated for pain and swelling, cellulite, as well as for the prevention of arthrosis, varicose veins and arthritis. Instead of a suit, trousers or boots are used, where air flows;
hand massage Frequent indications are age-related changes - sagging skin, cellulite. A special jacket or jacket with sleeves is used, through which wave stimulation occurs.

What does pressotherapy give?

Completing the full course gives a pronounced effect on certain aesthetic skin problems and helps in the treatment of certain diseases. You can notice the first dynamics after 3 sessions, which is confirmed by reviews of those who have undergone the procedure and experimental studies. For the same effect, you will need at least 30 sessions of manual massage.

Compression on individual parts of the body causes an active outflow of lymph, relaxes muscle tissue, restores blood circulation and microcirculation. Every cell of the body receives more oxygen and nutrients. This rhythmic pressure not only relaxes the muscles, but also leads to detoxification and increased elasticity.

The use of pressotherapy in the treatment system helps reduce the dosage of classical drugs for hypertension and certain heart diseases. It has been noticed that the entire set of sessions gives a lasting effect from 6 months to a year.

The aesthetic side of lymphatic drainage procedures is an improvement in skin condition and firmness. And targeted treatment in the buttocks and thighs helps eliminate signs of cellulite.

The result of a complex of lymphatic drainage hardware procedures will definitely please you:

decreased feeling of heaviness in the legs;
relief of symptoms of fatigue;
silhouette improvement;
prevention of varicose veins and blockage of blood vessels;
improvement of skin condition;
reduction of emotional stress.

What to combine pressotherapy with to get the best effect?

Pressotherapy goes well with other cosmetic procedures aimed at eliminating excess fluid and losing weight. For example, you can periodically do various wraps to quickly cope with cellulite and excess weight. These procedures can be alternated or carried out simultaneously. A wrapping composition (chocolate, healing mud, etc.) is applied to the patient’s uncleansed skin, everything is wrapped in cling film on top, and then a pressotherapy suit is put on. In this case, after the session you need to take a shower.

Pressotherapy also combines well with ultrasound therapy. This procedure allows you to influence not only the skin, but also the deep subcutaneous layers and muscles. Ultrasound therapy is painless and has few contraindications. It allows you to liquefy lymph, improve microcirculation, and slow down the aging process. Together with pressotherapy, it gives an excellent weight loss effect, smoothes the skin, and removes cellulite.

If pressotherapy is carried out during the recovery period after injuries, it is worth combining it with physical therapy, classical massage, etc.

When the goal is rapid weight loss, pressotherapy is combined with infrared heat. If you have the necessary equipment, these two procedures are combined into one.

How to prolong the effect

For a sustainable and more pronounced effect of pressotherapy, it is better to take into account the recommendations of specialists:

observe drinking regime;
use skin moisturizers;
follow the principles of healthy eating;
do not forget about contrast showers and physical activity.

The use of pressotherapy is the shortest and safest way to a slim figure, activation of the main body systems and increased immunity. Hardware lymphatic drainage provides results that are difficult to obtain through physical exercise, dietary supplements and medications.

Effect: when to expect it

The results of pressotherapy are noticeable almost immediately after the first procedure. You will feel light, and there will be a feeling that your clothes have become looser. After the next two or three sessions, the manifestations of cellulite and vascular disorders disappear. However, the visible result is determined by the characteristics of the skin, the amount of excess weight and problem areas.

Examples of patient results after 2 procedures:

Patient: male, 47 years old. Dimensions : waist (before the start of the course of procedures) - 123 cm, after 2 procedures - 121 cm. Arms, forearm circumference (before the start of the course) - 39 cm, after 2 procedures - 36 cm. Hips (before the start of the course) - 68 cm, after 2 procedures - 66 cm.

Patient: woman, 36 years old. Dimensions : waist (before the start of the course of procedures) - 80 cm, after 2 procedures - 77 cm. Arms, forearm circumference (before the start of the course) - 32 cm, after 2 procedures - 31 cm. Hips (before the start of the course) - 56 cm, after 2 procedures - 53 cm.

To achieve the best results, it is recommended that the patient undergo 5 to 15 treatments, depending on the specific individual needs. The effect of pressotherapy lasts about six months, then it is advisable to take a second course. If you exercise and take time to eat, the results will last longer.

What is the effectiveness of press massage?

Pressotherapy is not only a way to lose weight and eliminate cellulite, but also a way to effectively stimulate lymphatic drainage and detoxify the body.

After the procedure, the patient’s general well-being improves; thanks to lymphatic drainage, swelling of the limbs is reduced and lymphatic drainage is accelerated.

Pressotherapy is a modern method of body correction, getting rid of excess weight and cellulite, widely used all over the world. By following all the rules, you can achieve excellent results without significant financial investments.

Let's sum it up

What can you say in conclusion?

Choosing a device is a difficult task; it is important to understand why you need it. Relaxation – Smart and Relax, removal of swelling – Relax and Prior, all at once – Control.

The devices we talked about today are 4-chamber. The number of cameras in the LymphaNorm line was not chosen by chance by the manufacturer. This number of chambers in the cuffs, namely 4, optimally covers the areas necessary for massage and minimizes the number of “weakly worked” areas. Professional devices for pressotherapy, which are used in clinics, also have 4 cameras in the accessories. There are also 6 and 12 chamber devices, but we will talk about them in another article.

It is important to know how to use the devices correctly:

do not set the pressure too high
consult with a specialist
and the most important thing! Give a massage in a good mood

We wish you good health and extraordinary beauty!

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Reviews from doctors and patients

Almost all patients are satisfied with the treatment. Reviews of pressotherapy mainly talk about positive results: legs are rested, the skin has become tightened and more elastic, extra pounds are gone. Some admit that at the first session, out of habit, there was a slight discomfort, but then the sensations are extremely positive, and the result is completely satisfying.

Before signing up for the procedure, you must visit a consultation with your doctor and make sure there are no contraindications.

What is pressotherapy? Doctor Elena Kuzmina of the MC “Secrets of Longevity” tells