Can Clients Wear Clothes During Pressotherapy?
Understanding What to Wear for Optimal Pressotherapy Results
A common question among first-time clients is: “Should I wear clothes during a Pressotherapy session?” The short answer is: **yes—but only specific types of clothing** that won’t interfere with the treatment. Pressotherapy involves the use of air pressure compression to stimulate lymphatic drainage, so the right clothing ensures both hygiene and proper contact with the suit’s chambers. When using a Pressotherapy machine with EMS or infrared functions, what a client wears can also affect comfort and safety. The goal is to balance modesty, hygiene, and treatment efficacy.
| Clothing Type | Recommended? | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Thin cotton leggings & top | ✅ Yes | Breathable and hygienic layer between suit and skin |
| Nylon, spandex gym wear | 🚫 No | Can block airflow and trap heat |
| Bare skin (no clothing) | ⚠️ Only with disposable liners | Requires barrier for hygiene and device care |
Hygiene Guidelines: Liners, Disposable Garments, and Best Practices
For clinics or spas, maintaining hygiene in each Pressotherapy session is critical. Whether clients wear clothing or not, you should always: - Use disposable pressotherapy suit liners or inner wear (single-use cotton or non-woven fabric) - Clean the suit chambers and connectors between clients - Provide individual wraps, towels, or fitted garments if offering sessions without clothing Some clinics also use disposable shorts and sleeve covers for specific zones. These protect both the client and machine from sweat, oils, or cosmetic residues.
| Clinic Option | Use Case | Recommended? |
|---|---|---|
| Disposable cotton liner set | For hygiene & machine care | ✅ Yes |
| Client’s own leggings | Personal comfort preference | ✅ Yes (if breathable) |
| No garment + towel wrap | Post-wrap or detox treatments | ⚠️ Only with disposable barrier |
Special Cases: Infrared, EMS, and Wrap Combinations
If your Pressotherapy machine includes infrared heating or EMS (electrostimulation), clothing rules can change slightly: - **For EMS modes**, use contact gel and place electrodes directly on skin (never over clothing) - **For infrared heat**, avoid synthetic materials that trap heat - **For wrap protocols**, always insert a plastic liner to protect suit fabric and electronics If you’re performing a combination treatment (e.g. detox gel + infrared pressotherapy), you must avoid heavy cotton clothes and instead use disposable liners plus plastic film wrap.
| Technology Involved | Clothing Rule | Example Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Infrared heat | Wear thin cotton or use disposable liner | Wrap + liner + pressotherapy |
| EMS mode | Apply electrodes to clean, bare skin | No garments under EMS pads |
| Post-body wrap | Use plastic wrap under suit | Detox gel + foil + suit |
Conclusion: Dress Light and Stay Hygienic
Clients can absolutely wear clothes during Pressotherapy—but they must be breathable, fitted, and preferably cotton. For best results and hygiene, clinics should offer disposable garments or liners. Adapt based on your treatment mode (basic, EMS, or infrared) to ensure both safety and efficacy. Explore our multi-function Pressotherapy machine and elevate your treatment protocols with proper attire support.
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