Pressotherapy machines

Pressotherapy machines: an overview

Why is a pressotherapy machine a must-have for the most luxurious spa salons in Europe and the USA? How is pressotherapy better than lymphatic drainage massage? Where can you buy a good cosmetic machine with a warranty? Let's answer these questions step by step.

The cosmetology and aesthetic medicine of the 21st century have harmoniously combined millennia-old practices of healing impacts on the human body with modern high technologies. A striking example of such unity is pressotherapy or intermittent pneumatic compression. This is a method of massage physiotherapy that uses compressed air. The air is pumped by a compressor into elastic multi-chamber cuffs and pads, all of which are combined into a suit worn by the patient.

Skeptics, often having little understanding of aesthetic medicine techniques, claim that pressotherapy is just an advanced lymphatic drainage massage. Developers at Alvi Prague and any doctor or cosmetologist who has purchased a pressotherapy machine from this brand convincingly refute this amateurish assertion.

Technically, lymphatic drainage and pressotherapy are based on the same principle of body impact with compressed air. The subtle difference is that a pressotherapy machine is controlled by a computer program that continuously changes the pressure in the cuff chambers! As a result, the body is massaged better than on a masseur's table.

Pressotherapy procedures are always included in the services list of prestigious beauty salons, health centers, and cosmetic clinics. The surge of interest in pressotherapy traditionally happens in spring, before vacation time, when the focus shifts to fighting cellulite and body shaping. However, with the end of warm days, cosmetologists do not intend to shelve the pressotherapy machine. In addition to aesthetic problems, pressotherapy procedures also solve purely medical issues.

In which areas are pressotherapy machines used?

• Sports medicine, including high-performance sports;
• Phlebology;
• Endocrinology;
• Conservative treatment of muscle, bone, and joint pathologies.

The method of using a pressotherapy machine is also relevant during the recovery period after surgical interventions and injuries.

For an elite spa salon, buying a pressotherapy machine means confirming the premium status of the establishment in the eyes of clients. A medical center will provide patients with treatments unavailable in regular hospitals and clinics.

How does a pressotherapy machine work?

The pressotherapy procedure goes as follows: The patient puts on a suit equipped with 20 to 48 multi-chamber cuffs and lies down on a couch. Usually, the control unit is placed at their feet, from where the doctor sets the working program for the pressotherapy machine. A compressor pumps compressed air into the pneumatic system, which is distributed to the cuffs in doses. The filling time depends on the machine model and varies from 6 to 20 seconds. The pressotherapy machine's processor runs an individual massage program, resulting in cyclic pressure impacts on the skin and deeper tissues. These wave-like effects are transmitted through soft tissues to capillaries, small arteries and veins, lymphatic vessels, nerve trunks, and internal organs. The pressotherapy machine operates almost silently and painlessly, without the discomfort often experienced with regular manual massage.

Why and who needs pressotherapy machines?

The primary goal of intermittent pneumatic correction is to improve transcapillary exchange. Following this are other positive effects of using the pressotherapy machine:

• Active redistribution of blood, lymph, and tissue fluid, reducing swelling;
• Improved trophism and cellular respiration;
• Removal of toxins and harmful metabolites from tissues;
• Improved blood rheology and strengthening of vessel walls.

A pressotherapy machine is an indispensable assistant for varicose veins and a tendency to thrombosis. The procedure helps eliminate cellulite and excess subcutaneous fat, blood, and lymph congestion. The impact of the pressotherapy machine on specific nerve endings stimulates metabolic processes throughout the body, normalizes blood pressure, and improves sleep.

Massage machine from the manufacturer

The priority of the Czech company Alvi Prague is to produce high-tech and multifunctional cosmetic and medical equipment. The equipment provides combined therapy through the simultaneous impact of several working elements or mediums. The pressotherapy machine catalog includes four models, each with at least three working modes:

• Lymphatic drainage massage;
• Body shaping;
• Improved microcirculation.

The universal option is the PR-2000 machine, while a more budget-friendly version is the PR-701. In models PR-801 and PR-901 (the machines differ by the placement of the control unit - the first is tabletop, the second is floor-standing), the suit functions as an infrared sauna. Additionally, the pressotherapy machine kit includes five pairs of electrodes that provide muscle stimulation in problem areas. Learn more about the capabilities of each machine on the thematic pages.

Why is it beneficial to buy a pressotherapy machine from Alvi Prague?

Pressotherapy machines, like all Alvi Prague cosmetic equipment, are designed and manufactured in compliance with European quality standards for medical equipment. The equipment is eco-friendly, safe, and does not require consumables with proper use. The design of the PR series machines will honor the interior of the most prestigious clinic or spa center. The control unit interface is intuitive, and we are always ready to assist with staff training and cosmetic equipment setup.

Already decided to buy a pressotherapy machine but have technical questions? Call us, and we will dispel any remaining doubts!