Stagnant blood circulation can lead to a variety of uncomfortable effects. This can range from cold hands/feet and heaviness in the limbs to low energy and numbness or tingling. More importantly, poor blood flow can impede proper healing and recovery. For these reasons, adequate circulation is a crucial aspect of health and wellness. If you’re struggling with signs of poor circulation, NormaTec compression therapy is an option we offer at our wellness clinic to help improve blood flow. What is Compression Therapy? NormaTec compression therapy requires the guest to wear special boots or sleeves on their limbs, typically their legs. These boots fill up with air and produce a rhythmic squeezing pattern similar to the way the muscles naturally help circulate blood and lymphatic fluids throughout your body. How Compression Therapy Helps Circulation The pumping and squeezing motions of compression therapy aid circulation by physically pushing blood in your legs upwards toward your heart. This results in less blood being pooled in your legs and more fresh blood circulating through your system. Compression therapy can also help eliminate stagnant lymphatic fluids from your limbs. In turn, this can reduce the heavy, tight feeling in your legs brought by excess swelling. Why Proper Blood Circulation Matters Proper blood circulation is more crucial than one might realize. Because your blood is responsible for transporting oxygen and crucial nutrients to various parts of your body, including different tissues, ample blood flow can support your body’s repair and recovery tasks. Circulating blood also assists with the removal of metabolic waste and other byproducts, which naturally build up in the muscles and other tissues. As efficient circulation removes excess waste and fluids, this can help reduce post-workout muscle soreness, enhance mobility, and speed up recovery. Poor blood circulation, however, can result in frequent fatigue, brain fog, poor mental clarity, stiff muscles, and delayed tissue repair. Other possible effects of poor blood flow might include reduced exercise tolerance, puffiness or fluid retention, and low motivation. Who is NormaTec Compression Therapy For? NormaTec compression therapy is well suited for a wide range of individuals. These can include physically fit individuals or athletes, those experiencing slow recovery, or people wanting passive recovery support. Those working in jobs requiring them to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time may also benefit from NormaTec compression therapy. This type of wellness service, however, may not be recommended for those experiencing acute injuries or diagnosed with certain vascular conditions – unless they’ve received clearance from their doctor. Supporting Your Overall Wellness with Recovery Lab While compression therapy isn’t a one-fits-all tool, nor will it guarantee immediate relief, this wellness service can help support balance and recovery. With minimal risks involved and multiple potential benefits, there’s not much for guests to lose by giving this service a try. Do you think compression therapy will be a great option for your needs? We offer professional NormaTec compression therapy at multiple of our Southern California clinics. Reach out to us today to get a session booked on our calendar.