Compression Therapy

A 30-minute pneumatic compression therapy session using sequential pressure boots that inflate from the feet upward through the legs. Promotes lymphatic drainage, reduces swelling, and accelerates recovery after exercise or travel.

Recoverie's compression therapy session uses pneumatic pressure boots that wrap around the legs from the feet to the upper thighs. Over 30 minutes, individual chambers within the boots inflate and deflate in a sequential pattern, starting at the feet and working upward. This graduated compression mimics the action of skeletal muscle contractions during movement, driving fluid through the lymphatic system and venous network without any effort from the client. The lymphatic system depends on mechanical movement to transport metabolic waste, excess fluid, and inflammatory byproducts away from tissues. After intense exercise, prolonged sitting, or long-haul travel, this system can become sluggish, leading to swelling, heaviness, and a feeling of stiffness in the legs. Pneumatic compression accelerates the clearance process by providing consistent, rhythmic pressure that the body cannot replicate while at rest. At Recoverie, staff adjust the boot pressure settings based on individual comfort and recovery objectives. Lower pressure levels suit general maintenance and relaxation, while higher settings target deeper lymphatic mobilisation for active individuals recovering from heavy training sessions. The boots accommodate most leg sizes and fit comfortably over standard athletic wear or casual clothing. The entirely passive nature of the treatment makes it popular with time-pressed professionals who want recovery benefits without active effort. Reading, using a phone, or simply closing your eyes for 30 minutes are all common during the session. Compression therapy pairs well with cryotherapy and infrared sauna as part of a multi-modality recovery visit at Recoverie. The treatment is particularly useful after leg-dominant exercise, long flights into New York, or extended periods of standing. Staying hydrated before and after supports the lymphatic drainage process. No special clothing is required — the boots fit over most casual and athletic wear.