Normatec science
Normatec’s patented technology combines dynamic pneumatic compression with a sophisticated massage pattern that studies show results in reduced muscle soreness, enhanced blood flow to the treated areas, decreased inflammation, and increased range of motion.
- Lessen pain sensitivity
- Peristaltic pulse dynamic compression is a promising means of accelerating and enhancing recovery by reducing muscle tenderness from pressure stimuli. (Journal of Strength and Conditioning 2015)
- Increase range of motion
- The effect of cryotherapy vs dynamic compression on pain and range of motion in acute low back pain patients following short-term Physical Therapy? (Journal of Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine 2022 July)
- Pulse compression as a treatment for DOMS
- A 30-minute treatment of Pulse compression increases blood flow in the lower extremity, possibly making Pulse compression a viable option in the management of exercise-induced muscle damage (DOMS). (Journal of Athletic Training 2016)
- Decrease muscle fatigue after acute exercise
- External pneumatic compression increases flexibility and reduces select skeletal muscle oxidative stress and proteolysis markers during recovery from heavy resistance exercise. (PLOS One Medical Journal 2017)
- Clear metabolites passively Intermittent pneumatic compression significantly lowers blood lactate concentrations when compared to a passive recovery group. (Journal of Athletic Enhancement 2013)
- Improve endothelial function
- A single bout of peristaltic pulse compression improves conduit artery endothelial function systemically and improves RH blood flow in the compressed limbs. (European Journal of Applied Physiology 2015)
- Gene expression in human muscle tissue
- A 60-minute bout of whole-leg, peristaltic pulse compression transiently upregulates PGC-1a mRNA, while also upregulating eNOS protein and NOx concentrations in biopsy samples. (Journal of Experimental Physiology 2015)
- Peristaltic pulse compression appears to upregulate rps6 and downregulate Stat1, which may facilitate positive adaptive responses to exercise. (Clinical Physiology & Functional Imaging 2016)
Usage Recommendations
Pre-Workout
- High-tech warm-up, promote blood flow // 10-20 minutes
- Speed up muscle recovery, decrease muscle fatigue and stiffness // 20-60 minutes
- Reduce edema, pain and stiffness; increase ROM, prevent further injury; speed incisional healing // 20-60+ minutes (in 1+ sessions per day)
Post-Workout Recovery
- Injury Rehab (Acute & Chronic) / Post-Op Rehab
Trusted by Pros & Backed by Research
Cutting Edge Normatec Research
- Dynamic compression enhances pressure- to-pain threshold (Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research 2015 May)
- Peristaltic pulse compression of the lower extremity enhances flexibility (Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research 2014 April)
- Pulse compression as a treatment for DOMS (Journal of Athletic Training 2016 June)
- Decrease muscle fatigue after acute exercise (PLoS One Medical Journal 2017 February)
The Technology
Created by a physician bioengineer (MD-PhD) to enhance blood flow and speed recovery.
Patented Normatec Pulse compression:
- Pulsing - dynamic compression mobilizes fluid
- Gradient Hold - prevents fluid backflow
- Distal Release - allows normal circulation