What Is The Lymphatic System And What Does It Do?

The lymphatic system is part of the body’s natural immune defence, sweeping the body for old or abnormal cells or other waste products and removing them. But it’s a low-pressure system which means sometimes lymph fluid struggles to circulate within the body. When this happens, toxins can begin to build up making you feel heavy, bloated or puffy. 

The BallancerPro is a deeply relaxing, non-invasive FDA-approved treatment that can assist with draining the lymphatic system helping you to feel lighter, clearer and more comfortable in your body. 

History Of Pressotherapeutic Massage Treatments

Pressotherapy began in Austria and Germany and later sprung up in the United States, New Zealand, and Australia. This modern therapeutic technology uses 24 overlapping chambers which inflate and deflate in a wave-like pattern to help move the lymph through the body to lymph ducts for detoxification.

Lymphatic System Benefits Of Pressotherapy

Pressotherapy supports the immune system by boosting lymph circulation which helps to clear an overburdened lymphatic system. The lymphatic system differs from the circulatory system in that it relies on muscle contractions and gravity to move. Because the lymphatic system is so important for toxin removal and immune function, it is essential to move the lymph regularly and thoroughly for whole body health.

Medical And Aesthetic Benefits of Pressotherapy

Pressotherapy offers both medical and aesthetic benefits. It can relieve puffiness and water retention and help prevent blood clotting in the legs (a.k.a. deep vein thrombosis) but it also supports smoother, firmer-looking skin and reduces the body’s inflammatory response which can assist in quicker tissue repair and reduce the risk of post-surgery or trauma recovery. 

Pressotherapy To Improve Movement And Athletic Performance 

Additionally, pressotherapy can assist athletic performance by reducing muscle pain and recovery times. Pressotherapy is a popular choice among athletes wanting to stay in peak shape for longer, and minimise risk of injury. 

Pressotherapy At Chill Wellness

We offer two pressotherapy experiences at Chill Wellness, with a lower body or a total body focus. 

Our 40-minute lower body pressotherapy treatment focuses on reducing swelling in the legs, assisting with circulation and soothing conditions like lymphedema, deep vein thrombosis and chronic vein insufficiency, or for aesthetic purposes like firmer-looking skin. 

Our 60-minute total body pressotherapy session provides all the benefits of lower body pressotherapy as well as targeted the upper body for overall lymphatic drainage, reduced swelling, and improved overall circulation and detoxification. This holistic approach is ideal for if you’re looking for therapeutic or aesthetic benefits across your entire body.

Additionally, you may choose to add a 20-minute LED light therapy facial panel treatment to any pressotherapy sessions. LED light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that delivers different wavelengths of light to your skin which can benefit skin tone and texture, reduce redness, improve blood circulation, and plump the skin by boosting collagen and elastin production. 

Pressotherapy As A Powerful Holistic Treatment

Pressotherapy is a deeply relaxing, non-invasive treatment that benefits lymphatic circulation, muscle recovery, and skin appearance. Available in 40-minute lower-body or 60-minute total-body sessions, with the option to add on a 20-minute LED facial therapy. 

Book here to discover the benefits of pressotherapy for yourself.