Pressotherapy uses an air pressure device which inflates a suit, gently squeezing the arms, legs or abdomen in a rhythmic motion, like a massage.
There is some evidence that lymphatic drainage massage like pressotherapy can reduce the appearance of cellulite and release fluid in the lymph nodes which may build up after surgery. The procedure is also said to help with lymphatic drainage, potentially making arms and legs look slimmer (because they carry less fluid), easing aches and pains, and detoxifying the body.
Pressotherapy stimulates the body’s lymphatic system. Which, when fully functional, transports lymph, a fluid that contains white blood cells, around the body to help fight infection.
Possible benefits of pressotherapy include:
- relaxed muscles and fewer aches
- reduction in the appearance of cellulite
- reduction of swelling and stiffness in the limbs
- removal of toxins
- toned and firm skin
- stronger immune system due to lymph moving properly
