It’s an alternative to the manual lymphatic drainage massage. Its
operation is simple: through a pressotherapy device, pressure on
one or more areas of the body is exerted to stimulate the
functioning of the lymphatic system.
The lymphatic system
The lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system of the human
body and is vital to the immune system. The lymphatic system
consists of an extensive network of lymphatic vessels, which are
very similar to the blood vessels, and carries a fluid called
lymph.
Lymph is composed of white blood cells (essential for the immune
system), high amounts of fats and debris of bacteria and cells. The
lymphatic system collects the liquid and debris that accumulate
between the cells and tissues. It also collects many lipids
generated by digestion.
Unlike blood, the lymphatic system doesn’t have an organ that pumps
the lymph, but depends on the muscles and bones that move nearby.
When the lymphatic system is affected, the body is not able to
drain this fluid, therefore, in such cases, pressotherapy therapy
may be helpful to implement this essential body function.
How does pressotherapy work?
Pressotherapy devices come with a central control unit, which blows
air into accessories that make a suit that covers the body of the
patient. This suit has several parts corresponding to areas of the
body, limbs and abdomen.
What are its effects?
- Improves lymphatic drainage acting on the vessels and lymph nodes.
- Stimulates the reabsorption of interstitial fluids (which
accumulate between the tissues and cells).
- Promotes the return circulation, lymphatic and venous.
- Analgesic and relaxing effect.
- General wellbeing, by reabsorbing the edemas (fluid buildup).
Therefore, pressotherapy is indicated for treating:
- Cellulite and sagging
- Orange peel
- Lymphatic problems
- Poor circulation, varicose vein prevention
- Muscle and joint problems (physiotherapy)
- Constipation
- Stretch marks
- Postpartum care
- Fluid retention and localised swelling
- Before and afer liposuction
- Menopause
- Edema
- Weight gain
- General tiredness
Pressotherapy is a non-invasive treatment that is used to unblock
and enhance the flow of the lymphatic system; the network of organs
and vessels that circulate body fluids throughout our body to play
a significant part in our immune system. The flow of lymph fluid
can get congested as proteins and toxins become trapped around the
cells and resulting in the lymphatic flow becoming sluggish and
slow.
Pressotherapy is performed using a specialist body suit comprised
of individual compartments and the use of pressured air. As the air
is pumped through the compartments, pressure is firmly applied to
certain areas of the body to encourage the lymphatic flow.
Pressotherapy is 800 times stronger than a manual massage, which
can make it the perfect treatment to follow cellulite, inch loss
and fat reduction treatments and enhance the results.
All treatments are tailored to the individual and personal
experiences and results may vary. We recommend a one to one
consultation with our treatment co-ordinators to discuss your
treatment options.
Lymphatic Air Presso Therapy is one of a number of invaluable
services that you can access individually, or, as a Member of Body
Benefits, a Program that combines aesthetic and holistic products
and services in a monthly membership plan focused on improving your
inner balance and skin care.
