An introduction to Compression therapy
A study indicating how dynamic compression can enhance the pressure to pain threshold in the recovery of elite athletes:
Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research 2015 May; 29(5):1263-72
A study exploring how the peristaltic pulse compression of the lower limbs can enhance flexibility:
Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research 2014 Apr; 28(4):1058-64
A study explaining how peristaltic conduit and resistance artery function is improved by peristaltic pulse compression treatments:
European Journal of Applied Physiology 2015 May 16
Q: Who will benefit from this form of treatment?
- Any athlete that is seeking rapid recovery like runners, cyclists, Ironman/ triathlon athletes, rugby players etc.
- Any patient with swelling over the lower limbs after a chronic or acute injury.
Q: What will this treatment feel like?
A: It feels like a tight squeeze, almost like a blood pressure cuff around the lower limb area.
Q: Will I be able to train afterwards?
A: Yes you can train after the treatment, but is always recommended to rest for a full recovery.
If you are a Comrades Marathon runner, Cape Epic cyclist or just a weekend warrior doing a park run and looking for rapid recovery, come in for a treatment.
For more information please feel free to contact us at : 012 662 1572 or email dr.gertferreira@gmail.com
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Suite 5, The W, Supersport Park
Die Hoewes
Gauteng
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