Benefits of pressotherapy

Compression Therapy is a massage technique known worldwide today for its valuable health benefits. Thanks to the stimulation of the lymphatic system through professional Compression Therapy devices, it facilitates circulation and drainage of the lymphatic system, eliminating toxins and contributing to the breakdown of fat cells. And since the lymphatic system runs throughout the body, we can well talk about the benefits of full-body Compression Therapy.

Because the massage you apply to the legs, trunk, or arms acts directly on that area but also positively affects other parts of the body. Additionally, the lymphatic system is closely linked to both the circulatory and immune systems, so keeping it healthy is key to the injury prevention and development of multiple diseases that can be fatal. So apart from the benefits of Compression Therapy on the legs, widely known due to the popularity of Compression Therapy boots, there is still much, much more this treatment can do for your health.

Compression Therapy is used for:

• Reduce fluid retention
• Gradually break down fat nodules
• Detoxify tissues by redirecting stagnant toxins
• Improve edema / lymphedema / lipedema
• Firm tissues, tone muscles, and oxygenate the skin
• Facilitate venous return to the heart
• Strengthen the immune system (related to the lymphatic system)
• Recover faster and better after liposuction
• Prevent varicosis (spider veins / varicose veins) or improve their appearance
• Reduce the appearance of “orange peel” skin caused by cellulite
• Reduce and redefine contour (you don’t lose weight but you do lose centimeters!)
• Improve circulation in patients with hypertension or diabetes
• Reduce inflammation in the legs and all symptoms of “tired legs”
• Reactivate circulation in the arms after a mastectomy
• Speed up muscle recovery after sports activity
• Reduce stress and fatigue thanks to its relaxing effect

How Compression Therapy Works

Compression Therapy is a non-invasive and painless massage technique that can be performed either manually or with a machine, although nowadays the second option is the most common and the one we always talk about on this blog. And with the convenience offered by modern equipment, Compression Therapy is applied much more easily and effectively than if done by hand. Additionally, this therapy requires some continuity to have a lasting effect, so it is the Compression Therapy as seen in an aesthetic or physiotherapy center that is now used worldwide. Let’s see how Compression Therapy works:

On one side, we have a device or machine, and on the other, one or more padded garments. When we talk about this treatment, we usually imagine a pair of padded boots, which are actually covers or leg sleeves that cover from the feet to the upper thigh. This is the most common in the commercial images we see around, although there are many other compression therapy garments you can use to cover more parts of your body and thus achieve a more complete treatment.

The garments connect to the machine through several tubes, so when the machine starts working, having previously selected the program, pressure, and session duration, air currents pass through those tubes, filling the different chambers in the garment. According to the chosen program, the chambers will inflate and deflate several times, in a rhythmic and alternating way and always in an upward direction.

Does compression therapy hurt at any point? Not at all. Even the maximum pressure is completely bearable because to influence the lymphatic system, not much force is needed since it is located just below the skin. Sessions at any center usually last between 30 and 45 minutes, but if you are lucky enough to have a device at home and since the pressure, although equally effective, is lower than professional compression therapy, you can extend your session much longer without any harm to your health.

What is always advisable is to drink a couple of good glasses of water before the session and after finishing it, do some exercise – brisk walking is enough – for at least 20 minutes. This helps keep the lymphatic system active and performing its cleansing function.

Can Compression Therapy be contraindicated?

Although it is generally a very safe massage method, compression therapy contraindications can occur in cases of: deep thrombosis, cancer, infections, open wounds, heart problems, or a high degree of obesity, among others. For more information, read our compression therapy contraindications guide and above all, no matter how much information we can offer you, if you have any health problems, always consult a doctor before starting this type of massage.

Don’t forget that everything in the body is connected in some way, and for that reason even something seemingly harmless like Compression Therapy could have an effect that’s not always positive. And if you are a woman, you should know that only in the days before your menstrual period and after the first three months of pregnancy can you use this type of treatment.

Compression Therapy for athletes

It’s good that if fitness is part of your lifestyle, or you’re planning for it to be, you know the benefits of Compression Therapy in sports. Because athletes, whether amateur or professional, all without exception need to take care of their muscles, speed up their recovery, and of course, take care of their lymphatic system.

That’s why it’s common nowadays to see them sharing posts on their social networks, where we happily see them wearing their boots and commenting on the benefits of Compression Therapy on legs. Want to include this recovery treatment in your sports routine? Note these benefits of Compression Therapy for athletes:

• Toxin elimination
• Injury prevention
• Improved performance
• Stress reduction
• Reduction of muscle fatigue (and soreness)
• Acceleration of muscle recovery

Advantages of Compression Therapy at home

Now that you know how beneficial lymphatic massage is, it makes sense that you want to include Compression Therapy in your wellness habits. But, isn’t that too expensive? The truth is that this is a treatment that works optimally with frequent sessions, but of course, going weekly or several times a month isn’t affordable for everyone. What solution do we have? Without a doubt, having your own home Compression Therapy device is the most practical and reasonable.

A quality one with everything you need whether you want to stay in shape, or because you've heard about the many benefits of Compression Therapy on the legs, or to reduce hips, reduce belly volume, shape arms… All this and more is possible with Compression Therapy SIZEN, the most competitive Compression Therapy brand in the Spanish market. And if we have to talk about the advantages and disadvantages of Compression Therapy, the reality is that whenever we talk about Compression Therapy at home, it’s all advantages.

Perhaps the disadvantages of compression therapy only exist if you always have to go to a center. In the medium term, no matter how good the offer is, it represents a considerable expense, and regarding time, that can be another drawback if your schedule is tight and you can’t always go to the center on the assigned day or within a certain time slot.

Pay attention to the super advantages of having SIZEN compression therapy at home:

• You use it when, how much, and where you want
• It is lightweight, compact, not bulky, modern, and elegant
• You can take it with you wherever you want: office, hotel, camping…
• It has a battery with a lifespan of up to 5 hours
• Adjustable pressure with a maximum of 240 mmHG
• Sessions you can extend up to 90 minutes in duration
• 4 massage programs and 6 independent air chambers
• You can use it for aesthetic, therapeutic, or sports purposes
• Wide catalog of garments for a more complete treatment
• The most competitive quality-price ratio in the Spanish market
• Great financing options and the best customer service
• Free shipping and 2 years warranty

Enjoy SIZEN Compression Therapy

The list you just read isn’t bad at all, right? Go ahead and try the SIZEN 6+ and take advantage now of the benefits of compression therapy for slimming, as a tool for sports recovery, to fight cellulite, improve circulatory and lymphatic problems, get rid of the annoying tired legs syndrome... Whatever your need, compression therapy can help you achieve your goals. And the best part is that you no longer have to worry about how many compression therapy sessions are recommended.

Normally, a center will recommend at least 10 consecutive sessions, spread over about 2 appointments per week, for a compression therapy treatment with visible and tangible benefits and results, but the reality is that depending on your situation you may need more sessions and that is something you can afford when you have compression therapy at your fingertips at home. Do it your way and without schedules. If one day you haven't had time, you can do compression therapy the next day, or if you don't do it earlier, do it later, a little before going to bed. So now you know, enjoy SIZEN compression therapy because it has everything you expect and deserve.