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In brief
Pressotherapy is a mechanical drainage treatment that applies progressive compression to the legs, stomach or arms to support venous return and a feeling of lightness. A session usually lasts 20 to 40 minutes. STARVAC Pressodynamie® goes further, with up to 12 times more stimulations than conventional pressotherapy.
Understanding pressotherapy
Pressotherapy is a non-invasive treatment technique that uses controlled mechanical compression to stimulate drainage and support venous return. It is carried out with inflatable boots, sleeves or accessories connected to a professional device.
During the session, the different chambers inflate and deflate in a precise rhythm. This applies progressive pressure to the tissues and naturally supports venous return and lymphatic drainage.
Pressotherapy is used in particular for heavy legs, a feeling of swelling, water retention, sports recovery or slimming support. It can be offered in beauty salons, practices, wellness centres or specialised professional settings.
Unlike a simple manual massage, pressotherapy provides regular, enveloping and programmable work. The professional can adapt the pressure, duration and protocol to the goal: drainage, lightness, recovery or circulatory comfort.
What are the benefits of pressotherapy?
Pressotherapy is appreciated for its overall effect on leg comfort and the feeling of lightness. It can support several everyday needs, especially when the legs are tired, swollen or uncomfortable.
The most sought-after benefits are:
- A feeling of lighter legs
- Support for lymphatic drainage
- Help reducing the feeling of swelling
- Comfort in cases of water retention
- An improved feeling of circulation
- Recovery after sport
- Muscle relaxation and a sense of well-being
- Support for slimming and figure protocols
Pressotherapy does not replace medical care when symptoms are significant or unusual. However, it can be an excellent complementary treatment to improve comfort, support drainage and strengthen the feeling of well-being.
How does a pressotherapy session work?
A pressotherapy session is simple, comfortable and non-invasive. The person usually lies down or reclines. The professional then fits the pressotherapy boots on the legs, or other accessories depending on the area: stomach, arms, hips or waist.
Once the accessories are in place, the device is set according to the goal of the session. The protocol can focus on drainage, heavy legs, sports recovery, water retention or slimming support.
During the session, the chambers inflate progressively and then release. The sensation is enveloping, rhythmic and generally very pleasant. The pressure must always remain comfortable: stronger pressure is not necessarily more effective.
A session lasts on average 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the protocol, the area treated and the person's needs.
Who is pressotherapy for?
Pressotherapy suits different profiles. It is particularly useful for people who feel heaviness in their legs, a sense of swelling or circulatory discomfort at the end of the day.
It can also be offered to people who stand for long periods, sit for several hours, move little or are looking for a comfortable draining treatment.
Some athletes also use it to support recovery after exercise. After a training session, a competition or an intense training period, pressotherapy can help legs feel more relaxed and less congested.
In an aesthetic setting, it can be included in figure, slimming or light-legs protocols, especially when there is an element of water retention or watery cellulite.
“Pressotherapy is more than simple compression. Used well, it supports drainage, circulatory comfort, recovery and a feeling of lightness.”
STARVAC partner professional
Key takeaways
- Pressotherapy uses progressive mechanical compression to support drainage and venous return.
- It is particularly popular for heavy legs, swelling, water retention or circulatory fatigue.
- A session is comfortable, non-invasive and usually lasts 20 to 40 minutes depending on the protocol.
- For longer-lasting results, pressotherapy is often offered as a programme tailored to the person's needs.
- STARVAC Pressodynamie® goes further than conventional pressotherapy, with up to 12 times more stimulations.
What results can you expect?
From the very first sessions, pressotherapy can bring a feeling of lighter, less swollen and more comfortable legs.
To go further, STARVAC offers Pressodynamie®: a professional technology designed to optimise drainage and strengthen the effectiveness of the treatment.
With up to 12 times more stimulations than conventional pressotherapy, Pressodynamie® delivers a treatment that is more effective, more sensory and more distinctive.
It is aimed at professionals who want to offer a premium answer to heavy legs, water retention, drainage, recovery and figure support.
In cases of significant pain, sudden swelling, phlebitis, thrombosis or a known circulatory disorder, a medical consultation remains essential.
Conclusion
Pressotherapy supports a feeling of lightness and circulatory comfort. With STARVAC Pressodynamie®, professionals can offer a solution that is more complete, more technical and better suited to today's expectations.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between pressotherapy and Pressodynamie®?
Conventional pressotherapy inflates the chambers sequentially. PSX Active Wave® Pressodynamie® applies dynamic, rhythmic pressure, with up to 12 times more stimulations, for more enveloping drainage.
Does pressotherapy make you lose weight?
No, it does not cause weight loss. It supports drainage and can reduce the feeling of swelling linked to water retention, which visibly refines the figure.
How often should you have sessions?
In a programme, one or two sessions a week are usually offered at first, followed by maintenance sessions depending on each client's sensations and goals.
