The following are the most commonly asked questions regarding NormaTec Compression Therapy. If you have any further questions, please call or stop into any CryoUSA Active Recovery Center to speak with a CryoUSA employee.
1. How long does a session take?
Typical sessions run anywhere between 30-60 minutes. To receive the full benefits of NormaTec, we suggest using it for at least 30 minutes.
2. Can I use insurance as a form of payment?
No, we do not accept insurance policies. You can always ask your insurance provider if they can reimburse you, but we do not accept insurance for payment. Many of our clients use their health savings account cards just like a credit card.
3. What does it feel like?
The process feels like a very tight squeeze that works its way up from the bottom of the sleeve to the different chambers. It actually feels very relaxing and soothing, especially to sore, tired muscles. It is not painful but can be a very intense pressure, ranging from level 1 to 7.
4. Is there a temperature change?
No, there is not. NormaTec uses compressed air, generated from the motor that is connected to the hoses.
5. What should I wear?
We advise that you wear comfortable, tight-fitting clothes. The reason for this is at times the sleeves can compress fairly tight and looser fitting clothing can bunch causing an uncomfortable experience.
6. What areas of the body does this work?
There are 3 different sleeve sets. One is for the arms: compression starts at the fingertips and works its way up towards the scapula. The second set if for the hips: compression starts at the mid-thigh and works its way to the lower back and abdomen. The last sleeve set is for the legs: compression starts at the toes and works its way to the top of the thigh.
7. What would I use NormaTec for?
NormaTec is most commonly used to help with areas of poor circulation, whether that is from a tough workout resulting in pain and inflammation, or from an injury or post-surgical inflammation. NormaTec helps to break up the lactic acid that builds up in the muscle tissue.
8. Is there any condition I cannot have to use NormaTec?
We recommend not using NormaTec when you have deep vein thrombosis, an open wound, stitches or a skin rash. And, the unit should never be used on the area of a broken bone or fracture that has not fully healed.
9. Is there an age limit?
There is no age limit to using NormaTec. The client must be able to properly fit in the sleeves without causing injury.
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