Pressotherapy - what is it, indications, contraindications, devices for home pressotherapy. Reviews, before and after photos

A beautiful body can be achieved not only with the help of diets and special training. Cellulite won't go away on its own. To combat it, as well as extra pounds, pressotherapy is used, which has positive reviews, as it accelerates the process of losing weight.

What is pressotherapy?

Pressotherapy is a way to fight cellulite and excess weight. For 40-45 minutes, the patient relaxes on a special couch. Before lying on it, a special inflatable costume is put on a person. The action of the clothes is directed to problem areas that need to be improved.

The suit itself includes 15 sections that are filled with compressed air. By alternating pressure and pause, the suit helps stabilize metabolic processes in the body and improve blood flow and outflow. Thanks to this action, extra, kilograms go away more willingly, and the skin acquires a beautiful appearance. The faster the blood moves through the vessels, the earlier and more actively weight loss begins.

To improve the effect of the procedure, it is combined with infrared heating. The temperature rises, and an active blood flow begins. Infrared heating also actively induces perspiration, which helps to remove harmful substances from the body. Together with the procedure, for better weight loss, it is recommended to eat right and do exercises.

The complex not only helps to fight overweight, but also has a beneficial effect on edema, improves the condition of the joints in case of inflammation, and also fights adhesions. The skin becomes smooth, clean and fresh.

The benefits of pressotherapy

The benefits of the procedure are as follows:

• skin elasticity increases;
• stretch marks disappear;
• blood circulates more actively through the vessels;
• toxins and decay products are removed;
• the water balance is stabilized;
• edema decreases;
• weight loss;
• eliminates cellulite from the thighs and priests;
• the volume of the body decreases;
• metabolism accelerates;
• helps to fight muscle tension;
• relaxes and relieves fatigue;
• tissue tone is restored.

Pros and cons of the procedure

Although pressotherapy is highly effective in losing weight, it is far from the safest way. To fully assess whether the procedure is suitable for a particular person, you need to consider all its pros and cons.

Pressotherapy reviews are positive, thanks to the following advantages:

• you can work with individual parts of the body, for example, only with the legs, in order to get rid of cellulite and at the same time prevent the development of varicose veins;
• affordable cost per course;
• elimination of cellulite in several sessions;
• the effectiveness of the procedure at the initial stages of obesity;
• disappearance of edema;
• improvement of mood and psycho-emotional state;
• no pain, only pleasant sensations;
• rest for the whole body, relaxation of every muscle;
• benefit for the nervous system.

Minuses:

• possible side effects that can spoil all the benefits of the procedure;
• many contraindications;
• the vibrating effect is not pleasant for everyone;
• it is impossible to achieve a beautiful figure without maintaining a diet and exercise.

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Indications and contraindications

Pressotherapy has the following indications:

• the presence of pain in the lower extremities, spasms in them;
• increased swelling;
• cellulite;
• being overweight;
• varicose veins;
• headaches associated with a problem in the tension of the muscles of the neck and back;
• sagging skin, lack of elasticity;
• low immunity;
• constant fatigue of the legs, especially if a person spends the whole day on his feet;
• insomnia;
• postoperative rehabilitation;
• adhesions in the abdominal cavity.

The procedure will have to be abandoned if there is:

• pregnancy at any time;
• any skin diseases;
• kidney disease;
• profuse menstruation;
• diabetes;
• high blood pressure;
• fever and any fever;
• period of breastfeeding;
• injuries and fractures;
• thrombophlebitis;
• tumors of a malignant type;
• tuberculosis;
• heart failure.

Before starting a course of pressotherapy, it is necessary to undergo an examination and identify the presence of contraindications.

Types of pressotherapy programs

There are 2 main types of procedure:

1. A person is put on a special suit, very similar to a spacesuit. Thus, it becomes possible to simultaneously affect the entire body. Especially often this program is resorted to if the main goal is overall weight loss.
2. The use of special cuffs that are worn on a specific area of ​​the body. This option is most convenient when you need to work out any one part of the body, for example, arms or legs. The element acts under a certain pressure, which is constantly pumped with air.

When using the second program, you need to separately consider what effect the procedure has on the body:

1. Arms... Sleeve cuffs are used for this procedure. The program is effective if there is saggy skin on the hands as a result of aging of a person or after spontaneous weight loss.
2. Lower limbs. The program is prescribed not only for cosmetic purposes, for example, to reduce volume, but also for medical reasons - in the presence of varicose veins, fatigue of the lower extremities.
3. Small of the back. A special belt comes to the rescue, which acts in the same way as the suit as a whole, that is, it is pumped with air under a certain pressure. The program is indicated for use in osteochondrosis, neuralgia, after trauma (rehabilitation process, after complete healing), arthritis.
4. Hips, belly. The program is aimed at improving shape, eliminating excess fat and cellulite, as well as improving skin elasticity.

Technique of the procedure

Before the procedure, you need to prepare as follows:

• do not eat 2-3 hours before the start of the program, if pressure is exerted on the stomach (when putting on a whole suit);
• empty the bladder;
• pre-clean the skin that will come into contact with parts of the suit.

A person is completely put on a special suit, which is a cuff for each part of the body. If the procedure is carried out, for example, only for the legs, then the cuffs are worn only on them. The patient is then given some time to relax on the couch.

During the process, you can not only just relax, but also read and watch TV.

Each part of the suit has a separate special section filled with air.During the procedure, the cuffs are alternately compressed and filled with air, due to which pressure is created on problem areas. At the same time, the patient does not feel any discomfort at all.

The average time for pressotherapy varies from 30 to 45 minutes. The maximum program time is 1 hour. After the procedure, it is recommended not to eat food for 2 hours.

Infrared pressotherapy

Pressotherapy, reviews of which are mostly positive, can be performed using infrared rays. They improve the effect of the procedure on fatty deposits and fight them with a vengeance.

The method consists in heating parts of the body with infrared sources. They are completely harmless and have only a positive effect on the body, help improve blood circulation and speed up metabolism.

In one session, you can immediately get rid of 1.5 to 2.5 cm in volume. To enhance and consolidate the effect, an average of 10 to 15 procedures are recommended. Sessions are recommended to be carried out 1 time in 3-4 days, since the action lasts 2 days.

Vacuum pressotherapy

Vacuum pressotherapy is a systematic muscle stimulation. In fact, this is lymphatic drainage, which helps to get rid of harmful substances in the body, by removing them from it. By filling the cuffs of a special suit with air, a specific massage takes place... You can immediately act on 8 areas of the body, which makes the procedure more effective.

How many procedures do you need?

Pressotherapy, customer reviews of which are impressive and speak of rapid weight loss, eliminates cellulite and strengthens the immune system. In order to see the effect of the procedure, a couple of sessions are enough. However, to achieve significant results, you need 10 to 15 sessions.

Between each procedure, you need to take a 2-3 day break. The doctor can determine the optimal time for 1 session. It can vary from 20 minutes to 1 hour. To consolidate the effect after the course passed, it is required to carry out another set of procedures six months later.

Home Pressotherapy Apparatus

It is necessary to choose an apparatus for the procedure at home, relying on what parts of the body it is needed for. If a person wants to lose weight in general, then he needs a whole suit. If the problem area is the stomach, then only a belt is needed.

For home use, you can purchase an inexpensive model of the pressotherapy apparatus. It should be borne in mind that such options cannot work continuously. For beauty salons, it is necessary to select more reliable devices that, if necessary, can work hour after hour.

The device can be in various forms, the most famous are the following:

• cuffs in the form of boots for the legs;
• belts to form a thin waist and eliminate sagging belly;
• long or short shorts, they are used to fight excess fat and cellulite;
• oversleeves;
• overalls for working with all parts of the body.

The cost of the device is different, but on average it varies from 80,000 to 250,000 rubles. for a whole suit. Cuffs for individual parts of the body cost from 10,000 to 35,000 rubles.

Where to buy and how to choose a device for home pressotherapy

The device is purchased only in specialized medical stores or online stores. When buying on the Internet, you can significantly save on cost, but the device cannot be verified. In this regard, if a person decides to buy a model in an online store, then he should check the seller well and buy goods only from reliable suppliers.

When choosing a model for home use or for a beauty salon, you must act in accordance with the following rules:

1. Inspect the suit carefully and check if it works. It is important to pay attention to the quality of the material, the isolation of the valves, since these are the details that speak about the durability of the suit.
2. Inspect air vents carefully.If they are thin and made of plastic, then the device is not reliable and can quickly fail.
3. To study the possibilities of the costume, its main programs.
4. Check with the seller what the valves are made of.
5. Check the device for yourself by performing the procedures. This is what will make it possible to decide whether a person needs this particular model, whether it is convenient in it, or whether it is worth abandoning its purchase.

The most popular models of pressure therapy devices are:

1. Pulstar. Production - France. Allows to send impulses in waves. This allows the patient to be comfortable and efficient from the procedure. The set includes a special system unit, which has convenient keys for control. The device consists of a special back mattress, leg cuff and belly belt. The warranty is 1 year. The approximate cost varies between 180,000 - 250,000 rubles.
2. Air-Press C1T. Production - China. Consists of a control unit and the suit itself. It is possible to enable or disable a specific section. The model has 3 programs of vacuum pressure intensity. Opening hours - 1 hour. Warranty - 18 months. Price: from 60,000 rubles.

Efficiency

After the completed course of the procedure, you can expect the following effect:

• volume reduction by eliminating excess subcutaneous fat;
• muscle relaxation;
• removal of edema;
• increased skin elasticity;
• getting rid of cellulite;
• acceleration of metabolism;
• improved immunity;
• prevention of thrombosis;
• improvement of vascular tone;
• slowing down aging.

To consolidate these results, it is recommended to repeat the procedure with an interval of 6 months.

Side effects

Any procedure usually has its own side effects, and if a person is assured that pressotherapy does not have them, then you should not believe it.

Any procedure has its side effects, so the following discomfort can be expected from pressotherapy:

1. Diuretic effect. This moment can also be attributed to a positive effect, because frequent going to the toilet indicates a neglected mechanism of the procedure. After removing the costume, the effect of pressotherapy takes place for another 48 hours.
2. Bruises. They are formed due to increased pressure on certain parts of the body. To reduce the likelihood of redness or bruising, you need to wear suitable clothing.
3. Complications of chronic diseases, if a person neglected contraindications and still underwent the procedure.
4. Increased pressure.
5. Painful sensations in places of pressure of the apparatus. When they appear, it is recommended to inform the specialist performing the procedure to reduce the pressure and change the mode.

What is combined with

At its core, a visible result from pressotherapy is possible only in combination with other measures. To enhance the effect of pressure therapy, it can be combined with massage of the area where the procedure is performed. Such a complex is especially effective for eliminating cellulite and forming a beautiful waist.

In addition to massage, the procedure can be combined with ultrasound therapy, electromyomulation, body wraps and others.

Where to do the procedure

Pressotherapy is carried out in beauty salons, private clinics and also in some fitness centers.

The cost for the procedure varies from 500 to 2000 rubles, depending on the region of the location of the institution and the part of the body that is affected. If the procedure is carried out on a special subscription, then quite often there are considerable discounts for it.

Reviews of doctors

Pressotherapy reviews of doctors are quite positive. They claim that a course of treatments can replace up to 20 massage sessions.

In addition, experts say that she:

• reduces puffiness;
• helps to speed up metabolism;
• helps to normalize weight;
• the skin is smoothed and becomes more elastic;
• immunity increases;
• restores water balance.

The opinions of doctors about the procedure are positive, but experts recommend not neglecting contraindications so as not to aggravate health problems.

Patient reviews

Clients of beauty salons leave different reviews about pressotherapy, from positive to negative. Some argue that with this procedure, they were able to lose weight and acquire smooth, beautiful skin. They note that the course helped them find ease.

Others, on the contrary, say that nothing has changed after the course of procedures, and they regret the money spent. Some clients note such a disadvantage of the procedure as strong squeezing of the body, as well as bruising after the sessions.

Which is better: pressotherapy or myostimulation

Myostimulation allows you to improve the work of human internal organs due to a special effect on them with current pulses. Myostimulation is used even in cardiology and is something like an electric shock, only less strong.

With arthritis, diseases of the spine, problems with the nervous system, myostimulation helps to rehabilitate and get in shape. However, it is used not only in medicine, but also in cosmetology.

It helps to fight excess weight, corrects the figure, helps to get rid of sagging skin. The effect of the procedure will be positive only if, together with it, you begin to eat right and at least sometimes exercise.

Myostimulation, as well as pressotherapy, has its own contraindications:

• pregnancy;
• thrombophlebitis;
• kidney disease;
• ARI and ARVI;
• mental illness;
• tumors of various types;
• injuries, fractures;
• installed pacemaker;
• inflammatory skin diseases and the presence of pustules;
• tuberculosis;
• heart diseases.

Thus, the person should be in excellent health and not be too sensitive to impulse currents.

Pressotherapy is a massage effect on a person, only with the help of a special suit that is filled with air.

What exactly to choose, pressotherapy or myostimulation, can only be decided by the person himself. The only thing to remember when choosing a procedure is the presence of contraindications to it.

Pressotherapy has both positive and negative reviews. However, if you use it in combination with proper nutrition and physical activity, then, after completing a course of procedures, your appearance will change significantly, cellulite will disappear, the skin will be smoothed and immunity will improve.

Article design: Mila Friedan

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