Pressotherapy uses rhythmic air pressure through a specialist garment. Sessions can focus on a selected area or form part of a longer body-care appointment.
A multi-chamber garment inflates and releases in a controlled sequence around the covered limbs. This creates repeatable, graduated pressure and is often chosen by clients who want a non-manual session and a lighter, refreshed feeling.
Manual lymphatic drainage is different: it is a specialist hands-on technique using gentle skin movements. Pressotherapy can cover several areas in a consistent sequence, while manual work can be more individually targeted. For someone who wants even, repeated compression across both legs or several covered areas, pressotherapy may be the more practical option and can feel more consistent from one session to the next. That does not make it clinically superior for every person: the appropriate choice depends on your goals, health and suitability.
This is a wellness treatment, not medical lymphoedema care. New, unexplained or persistent swelling should be assessed by a healthcare professional.
Clear information about compression lymphatic drainage before you decide whether to book.
The lymphatic system helps move fluid through the body. Lymphatic drainage treatments aim to support that movement. At Wellness by Mariana, the advertised service uses rhythmic pneumatic compression rather than hands-on manual lymphatic drainage.
Not in every situation. Pressotherapy provides consistent sequential compression across the areas inside the garment. Manual lymphatic drainage is hands-on and can be directed more precisely by a suitably trained practitioner. Mariana can explain her wellness service, but diagnosed lymphoedema or medical swelling requires clinical advice.
The garment inflates and releases in sections, creating a firm but controlled squeezing sensation. Pressure should remain comfortable throughout, and Mariana can adjust the session if needed.
Contact Mariana before booking if you are pregnant, recently had surgery, or have circulation, heart, kidney, clotting or other relevant health concerns. Seek medical advice for unexplained swelling, suspected blood clots, infection or acute symptoms.
There is no single schedule for everyone. Some clients book one session for the experience; others include it in a structured body-care programme. Mariana will explain the available options without promising a particular result.
Selected programmes combine pressotherapy with body-contouring massage or a professional STYX body wrap. The order, treatment area and product are agreed after checking your preferences and suitability.
