Pressotherapy Lymphatic Drainage
Pressotherapy Lymphatic Drainage at Shape Zone London
Pressotherapy with Far-Infrared at Shape Zone London
Pressotherapy is an advanced form of lymphatic drainage massage that uses specially designed garments that gently inflate to precise, pre-set pressures. A pressotherapy treatment is often described as having a team of massage therapists working on the body simultaneously to flush out excess fluid, toxins, and metabolic waste.
Far-Infrared Pressotherapy is an invigorating compression therapy system that is used at Shape Zone London. It utilizes the proven principles of manual lymphatic drainage to aid detox, slimming, toning, and reducing cellulite for every body type!
At Shape Zone London on Wandsworth Road, SW8, we use this technology to:
- Improve lymphatic drainage and detoxification
- Reduce cellulite and improve skin texture
- Support weight loss and body contouring programmes
- Relieve fluid retention and localised swelling
- Promote relaxation and general wellbeing
- Aid post-surgical recovery (especially after liposuction)
Typical Treatment Plan:
- Initial Phase: 6–10 sessions, performed 2–3 times per week for optimal results.
- Maintenance Phase: Monthly or bi-weekly sessions to maintain lymphatic health and body contour.
Treatment Pricing
Pressotherapy 30 mins
Why Choose Shape Zone London?
Powerful lymphatic drainage
Helps the body flush out excess fluids, toxins, and metabolic waste effectively.
Reduces cellulite & water retention
Compression therapy smooths skin texture and reduces visible cellulite and puffiness.
Supports weight loss programmes
Ideal complement to diet and exercise, helping to detox and tone the body.
Deeply relaxing experience
The gentle, rhythmic compression feels like a professional massage, promoting relaxation.
No downtime required
Non-invasive treatment with no recovery time – resume normal activities immediately.
Perfect post-surgery recovery
Ideal before and after liposuction to prepare the body and support healing.
How Pressotherapy Lymphatic Drainage Works
Understanding the Lymphatic System
The lymphatic system is part of the circulatory system of the human body and is vital to the immune system. It consists of an extensive network of lymphatic vessels, which are very similar to blood vessels, and carries a fluid called lymph.
Lymph is composed of white blood cells (essential for the immune system), high amounts of fats and debris of bacteria and cells. The lymphatic system collects the liquid and debris that accumulate between the cells and tissues. It also collects many lipids generated by digestion.
Unlike blood, the lymphatic system doesn't have an organ that pumps the lymph, but depends on the muscles and bones that move nearby. When the lymphatic system is affected, the body is not able to drain this fluid properly. In such cases, pressotherapy therapy may be helpful to implement this essential body function.
How does Pressotherapy work?
Pressotherapy devices come with a central control unit, which blows air into accessories that make a suit that covers the body of the patient. This suit has several parts corresponding to areas of the body, limbs and abdomen.
The suit gently inflates and deflates in a specific sequence, creating wave-like compression that mimics the natural movement of lymphatic drainage. This controlled pressure:
- Stimulates lymph flow and helps move trapped fluids
- Encourages the reabsorption of interstitial fluids between tissues
- Promotes venous and lymphatic circulation
- Provides an analgesic and relaxing effect
- Creates general wellbeing by reducing edema (fluid buildup)
What are the effects of Pressotherapy?
Pressotherapy provides multiple therapeutic benefits:
- Improves lymphatic drainage – acting on the vessels and lymph nodes
- Stimulates reabsorption – of interstitial fluids that accumulate between tissues and cells
- Promotes circulation – both lymphatic and venous return circulation
- Analgesic and relaxing effect – relieves tension and promotes relaxation
- General wellbeing – by reabsorbing edemas (fluid buildup)
What conditions can Pressotherapy treat?
Pressotherapy is indicated for treating:
- Cellulite and sagging
- Orange peel skin texture
- Lymphatic problems
- Poor circulation and varicose vein prevention
- Muscle and joint problems (physiotherapy)
- Constipation
- Stretch marks
- Postpartum care
- Fluid retention and localised swelling
- Before and after liposuction
- Menopause symptoms
- Edema
- Weight gain
- General tiredness
Important Contraindications
Pressotherapy should not be used when there are:
- Varicose veins or ulcers
- Blood pressure problems
- Lymphangitis or thrombophlebitis
- Vein thrombosis
- Inflammatory arthritis
- Neoplasms (tumours)
- Cardiocirculatory decompensation
- Pregnancy
- Asthma or heart failure
- Kidney or respiratory failure
Your therapist at Shape Zone London will review your medical history during consultation to ensure the treatment is safe and suitable for you.
Pressotherapy and Liposuction
Pressotherapy is the best complement for liposuction as it prepares the body before surgery and helps recovery after too. The lymphatic drainage action helps reduce swelling, bruising and aids the healing process.
Key Benefits
Lymphatic detoxification
Flushes toxins, excess fluids and metabolic waste from the body.
Cellulite reduction
Smooths orange peel texture and improves skin appearance.
Reduces water retention
Relieves swelling and that heavy, puffy feeling in legs and body.
Improves circulation
Promotes healthy blood flow and lymphatic movement.
Body contouring support
Complements weight loss and slimming programmes effectively.
Deep relaxation
Gentle compression creates a soothing, massage-like experience.
Treatment Areas
Frequently Asked Questions
Pressotherapy is an advanced lymphatic drainage treatment using compression garments that inflate and deflate in a wave-like pattern. This helps move trapped fluids, toxins and waste through the lymphatic system.
Most clients benefit from an initial course of 6–10 sessions, performed 2–3 times per week. After that, monthly or bi-weekly maintenance sessions help sustain results and support ongoing lymphatic health.
No – pressotherapy is completely painless and deeply relaxing. The gentle compression feels like a rhythmic massage and many clients find it very soothing.
There is no downtime. You can return to work and normal activities straight away. Some people feel lighter and more energised after treatment. Occasionally, increased urination may occur as the body flushes out fluids.
Pressotherapy is not suitable for people with varicose veins, blood clots, heart conditions, kidney failure, pregnancy, or certain circulatory disorders. Your therapist will review your medical history during consultation.
Absolutely! Pressotherapy pairs beautifully with fat freezing, EMSculpt and body wraps as part of a comprehensive body contouring programme. It\'s also ideal before and after liposuction.
Many clients notice immediate effects such as lighter legs, reduced swelling and a general sense of wellbeing. Best results develop over a course of sessions as the lymphatic system becomes more efficient.
Real Results from Our Clients
See the amazing transformations achieved with Pressotherapy Lymphatic Drainage
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After
Reduced swelling and improved leg contour after treatment course.
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Smoother skin texture and reduced cellulite appearance.
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Flatter abdomen with reduced bloating and water retention.
