Introduction

Non-invasive treatments are increasingly in demand to improve the body without having to undergo surgery. Pressotherapy is an aesthetic treatment used to reduce or eliminate cellulite.

It is a type of technique that is based on the concept that deep physical stimulation can improve blood circulation and eliminate the accumulation of fat that is generated under the skin.

What is pressotherapy?

It is a treatment that is commonly used to combat fluid retention, cellulite, and localized fatty deposits. It is a controlled compression system that works with inflator pumps. The device has five separate chambers, which are placed around the parts of the body to be treated and move the venous and lymphatic flow, from the ankles to the thighs. By increasing blood circulation and lymphatic flow, pressotherapy improves the clearance of extracellular fluid, reduces swelling, inflammation, and edema, relieves leg fatigue, and improves oxygen flow throughout the body.

Each pressotherapy session usually lasts about 30 minutes and it is recommended to repeat it once a week for eight weeks.

How do I know if I am a candidate for treatment?

Pressotherapy is designed for all people who are in good health and want to improve some aspects. The benefits of the treatment offer a feeling of lightness and eliminate the heaviness of the legs. If you suffer from tired legs, it may be recommended for you.

Likewise, the activation of the lymphatic and circulatory systems causes the formation of adipose tissue to decrease. Orange peel, so difficult to avoid, can be improved with this treatment.

The treatment is useful for both women and men, depending on the treatment required, and is indicated in the following cases:

The reduction of cellulite.
The treatment and prevention of varicose signs.
Edema and swollen legs.
Fluid retention / Tired legs.
Circulatory stimulation.
After liposuction helps to eliminate edema and helps to reattach the tissues.
Obesity.
Post-mastectomy, for the recovery of lymphatic circulation in the arms.

Contraindications to pressotherapy are:

Varicose veins
Arteriosclerosis
Pregnancy
Lactation
Heart disease and problems associated with the heart
Liver disease
Thrombosis

What are the advantages and disadvantages of this treatment?

On the one hand, among the advantages of this technique are the following:

It improves the functioning of the circulatory system and helps to eliminate toxins that the lymphatic system has collected, it helps to fight against fluid retention.
It is not an invasive treatment, and it does not require recovery time unlike other techniques or treatments for poor circulation.
The process is painless and relatively short. It usually lasts no more than 30 minutes per session.
Compared to other treatments that promise the same results, it is cheaper.
In addition to improving circulation, by losing tension in the muscles, the patient will notice the body more relaxed, noting a feeling of well-being.

On the other hand, some disadvantages are summarized in the following:

Like many medications, this treatment has contraindications related to possible thrombi, which although the possibility is very small, it can be given. That is why, before performing any treatment, you must go to a specialist, and depending on the characteristics of the person, they will be advised whether the treatment is recommended or not for him/her. It is necessary to explain possible diseases and detail as much information about our bodies as possible.

How do I choose a professional?

First of all, it is important to choose a certified specialist, who is a professional who knows the procedure to be carried out well and whose clinic has the necessary equipment to guarantee the best results.

It is very important to go to specialists to determine the best type of procedure for each particular case. On the website, you can see recommendations about the treatment and professionals and clinics to make the best decision.

Do not hesitate to ask your doctor for the registration number as well as information about the equipment that he will use to perform the pressotherapy (brand, etc.)

How is the first appointment with the specialist?

In the first consultation, the professional will evaluate the area to be treated and will make sure that this is the ideal treatment. The opinion of a doctor is necessary to ensure success and avoid results that you may later regret.

In many beauty centers, a free information session is offered to consult all doubts and concerns about this method and also consult the budget. Feel free to ask for all necessary treatment explanations as well as possible risks or side effects. Remember that it is essential to be realistic with expectations.

How is pressotherapy performed?

The patient places boots or sleeves on the legs and arms that are inflated pressing the area of the body to be treated. The patient does not feel pain, he only feels a little pressure and a massage. The pressure exerted by the device allows the circulation and lymphatic system to be reactivated, improving the appearance of the skin and controlling cellulite.

Pressotherapy is a technique designed to increase blood circulation and lymphatic flow by improving the elimination of extracellular fluid and improving the problems of swelling, inflammation, and fatigue in the legs. Another benefit of this treatment is the comprehensive oxygenation of the body.

In addition to being used for cosmetic purposes, the treatment can also be used to treat certain clinical conditions such as poor blood circulation, hypertension, diabetes, and varicose veins.

Pressotherapy can be an appropriate complement to light physical activity and a diet low in sodium and fat.

After treatment, we must do sports periodically and maintain a balanced diet avoiding alcohol, salt, and fat in abundance. Taking fluids such as water will help the treatment and your very health.

Complications or possible side effects

It can cause some problems in the health of the patient such as the generation of infections in the treated areas, especially in the legs, as well as heart failure.

In the case of presenting acute skin problems, such as dermatitis, it is best not to undergo this treatment as it could make it worse.

Results

The results are not immediate but are observed after a few weeks. It is a treatment that, carried out by professionals, does not present health risks.

In itself, the benefits that are achieved are wide and very varied. In technical terms, pressotherapy reactivates circulation and oxygenates the body. In this way, a benefit for your health is achieved because tired leg pain or sleeping limbs are avoided, but aesthetic advantages are also obtained by achieving better skin (softness, smoothness, firmness).

On the other hand, when pressotherapy is combined with other treatments or used to sculpt the results of other techniques, it manages to leave good expectations and benefits for the skin. For example, if it is combined with draining treatments, the results are intensified, improving the appearance of the abdomen, legs, arms, etc.

Frequent questions

How many sessions are necessary? The number of sessions that a person requires depends entirely on the case to be treated and its severity. Now, in general, there is an average of 12 sessions to give a complete treatment. The effects of this are evident immediately although the most noticeable results begin to be revealed after the fifth or sixth session.
How does pressure therapy influence circulation? The treatment is used to eliminate cellulite because it stimulates circulation and helps eliminate toxins and localized fats. The pressure applied to the different parts of the body improves the circulation of blood through the veins and arteries. That is why the same treatment can be used in cases in which there is no good blood circulation and not only in aesthetic cases (against cellulite or localized fat).
Is it necessary to follow a special diet before and after performing pressotherapy? It is recommended to maintain a healthy diet, with a good intake of liquids after the sessions and with a low content of salt and fat.
In which areas can pressotherapy be performed? It can be used for other areas such as the abdomen, arms, calves, or ankles, among others. Imagine what wonderful results pressure therapy is capable of giving these parts of your body, thus looking firm and soft.
Does pressotherapy help to firm the skin? No, it is only indicated in the treatment of fluid retention and helps lymphatic and circulatory drainage, but it does not have any firming capacity or action.