What Health Benefits Does Compression Shaping Provide?

May Help With Cellulite And Varicose Veins

It also seems like compression shaping may help with cellulite and varicose veins. Certain garments may provide individuals with micro-massage. Micro-massage appears to provide consistent, gentle pressure on the body when it is moving. This should help break down some cellulite. Certain shapewear items may even be explicitly designed to be 'anti-cellulite.' Individuals should be able to use compression leggings, abdominal bands, shorts, and similar items to help. They may want to look for items that measure the compression in milliliters of mercury so they can try different compression for their needs. Some garments seem to have caffeine microcapsules. These may help smooth cellulite a little faster.

Some individuals may find success using these garments to improve how their varicose veins look. This condition may cause valves to fail, which may make blood leak and pool from two directions. This seems to be what causes the veins to bulge and become varicose veins. In theory, shapewear should help support the veins and allow the blood to flow more efficiently. However, compression shaping is not a cure for varicose veins. Individuals will likely need to talk to a doctor for long-term treatment options.