In our clinic, pneumatic lymphatic drainage is performed using the 8-chamber CarePump Move8PRO lymphatic drainage (compression massage) device, a state-of-the-art device recommended by the Polish Lymphological Society. Pressotherapy is also known as pneumatic or compression massage. It involves exerting controlled pressure on the body using special cuffs with compressed air. Such stimulation of lymphatic and blood vessels improves the circulation of body fluids, which accelerates metabolism. What are the indications for pressotherapy?
Main purpose
The number of indications for lymphatic drainage is truly impressive. It is one of the most universal physiotherapy treatments. Due to its therapeutic effect, lymphatic drainage is recommended:
- for the treatment of various types of edema (lymphatic, lipid) and lymph stasis (including post-traumatic, post-operative, post-mastectomy (hand swelling),
- as a prophylaxis of venous insufficiency and thrombosis,
- in ischemic disease of the lower limbs,
- in the case of a feeling of “heavy legs” and the occurrence of telangiectasia (so-called “spider veins”),
- in the course of degenerative joint disease,
- in rheumatic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis or juvenile idiopathic arthritis,
- in the course of gout,
- for people suffering from hormonal disorders (thyroid disease, diabetes).
Application in sports
In the case of athletes, the indications for the use of lymphatic drainage are:
- post-exercise regeneration (after training and competitions),
- muscle fatigue, manifested by pain and tension,
- swelling, especially after injuries,
- as a preventive method to reduce the risk of injury.
Application in aesthetic medicine
Among the aesthetic indications for lymphatic drainage, the following are particularly noteworthy:
- cellulite,
- loss of skin firmness,
- excess fat tissue,
after liposuction to remove swelling faster and as a method to prevent tissue fibrosis (one of the possible complications after liposuction).
How to prepare for the procedure?
For pneumatic lymphatic drainage of the lower limbs, you do not need to stretch out, please bring leggings, leggings or a tracksuit and socks!
In the case of pressotherapy, the contraindications are:
- acute trauma,
- some neoplastic diseases,
- circulatory system diseases, such as acute deep vein thrombosis, atherosclerosis, hypertension, varicose veins,
- implanted pacemaker,
- failure of some organs, including liver, kidneys, heart,
- inflammation of the lymphatic system,
- inflammation of the joints,
- pregnancy,
- some skin diseases,
- glaucoma,
- epilepsy,
- fever.