The Doctor Life® LX9 Max pressotherapy device offers advanced treatment to help improve blood and lymphatic circulation, reduce swelling, and relieve muscle fatigue.
Thanks to its multiple compression modes, this device is ideal for athletes, people with circulatory issues, or anyone looking for a relaxing massage at home.
Easy to use and equipped with multiple accessories, the Doctor Life® LX9 Max is the perfect companion for your daily well-being.
Pressotherapy
This pressure technique has been around for several years and its effectiveness is well established. It is used medically and aesthetically by massage therapists, physiotherapists, orthotherapists, and beauticians in multidisciplinary centers, spas, and thalassotherapy centers.
Pressotherapy, when combined with lymphatic drainage, slimming treatments, or sports care, can enhance and accelerate the desired effects of the primary treatment.
Benefits of pressotherapy
- Helps to increase and improve lymphatic and blood circulation
- Help relieve swelling
- Reduces muscle tension
- Reduces daily stress
- Helps relieve muscle and joint pain
- Body care: Helps improve the figure
- Facilitates the transcutaneous penetration of topical products
Pressotherapy is recommended for:
- Circulatory issues (venous insufficiency, varicose veins, heavy and tired legs)
- Post-traumatic and postoperative edema (such as "big arms" due to mastectomy, fracture, sprain, burn, or hematoma)
- Muscle pain and stiffness
- Muscle recovery after sports
- Nervous disorders such as stress and insomnia
- Arthritic and rheumatic pain
- Remove toxins
- Cellulite
- Body contouring
Pressotherapy is not recommended for:
- Thrombophlebitis and phlebitis
- Severe heart disease
- Blood pressure (hypertension with systolic above 180)
- Fever
- Infection
- Severe kidney diseases
- Abscesses and tumors
This set includes
- 1 durable and quiet compressor
- 1 pair of boots with 4 compartments size: Large (74 cm X 32 cm)
- 1 pair of boots with 4 compartments size: X-Large (79 cm X 38 cm)
- 1 arm sleeve with 4 compartments (86.5 cm x 25 cm)
- The connecting hoses (2 connections: one for the boots, the other for the arm)
- 1 pair of acupressure insoles
- A user guide
* Please note that the color of the accessories may vary.
Technical Specifications
Weight: 2 kg (compressor only)
Dimensions: 260(L) x 180(D) x 130(H) mm
Consumption: 60VA
Power supply: AC 100-127V, 50/60 Hz
Adjustment of the duration: 5-90 minutes (in 5-minute increments)
Pressure: 10-180mmHg ±20mmHg
Warranties
ONE-YEAR WARRANTY PARTS AND LABOR: Compressor
TWO-MONTH WARRANTY: Boots and Sleeve
Care and Storage Tips
- Indoor use
- Do not use in a room that is too humid
- Do not use or store near a significant heat source (heater or in direct sunlight)
- Keep out of reach of children
- Caution: Do not bend the hoses
- Wipe with a dry cloth
Note: The use of comfort stockings is highly recommended for hygiene and to protect your equipment from sweat, cosmetic products used by your clients, sebum, and topical products applied to enhance treatments.
Troubleshooting Instructions
Recommended care protocol
Suggested products:
Pressotherapy devices facilitate the transcutaneous penetration of topical products. We recommend certain products that will help optimize the draining effects of the treatment.
Essential oils
- Cypress = Circulatory disorders
- Melaleuca = Lymphatic issues, edema
- Marjoram = Muscle aches or stiffness
- Lavender or Aromaceutical Formula Relaxation = Relaxation
- Pin = Joint pain
Body Care
- Dermo-Fitness Serum combined with Slimming Shaping Cream = Improvement in the appearance of the area
Essential Accessories:
- The pressotherapy device
- Comfort stockings for lymphatic drainage to ensure client comfort, hygiene, and to extend the life of the equipment (100% cotton, washable, stretchable, available in-store and on our website)
- A professional sheet set
- 2 or 3 installation cushions
Interesting complementary tools:
Vibrator with suitable adapter (to optimize the treatment)
Usage and Preparation Method of the Treatment
1. Place the device on a stable surface. Plug your device into the electrical outlet.
2. Assemble the appropriate air connection hoses to the boots and the sleeve (arm part). Leave them permanently assembled.
3. Connect the appropriate air connection hose from the device to the boots or sleeve.
4. Your client can be comfortably seated or lying on their back (depending on the treatment). If you are using the boots, slightly elevate the legs. First, put on the comfort stocking, then put on the desired section (boots or sleeve). [Remove all jewelry that could cause injury or damage to the equipment.] Be careful when closing the zipper (to avoid pinching the comfort stocking and/or the client's skin).
5. Easy to use:
A) Turn on the device: Press the POWER button (push button).
B) Choose the duration (Time): Desired treatment time (digital button). Allows you to select a treatment time between 5 and 90 minutes.
C) Choose the mode (Mode): You can choose between 4 different modes (digital button).
Mode A: Each compartment will be inflated one by one from the foot up to the thigh, then deflated.
Mode B: All compartments, from the foot up to the thigh, will be inflated and deflated sequentially and simultaneously.
Mode C: Inflation will be applied twice on the front, from the foot to the thigh, then once on the back.
Mode D: All four compartments will be inflated and deflated simultaneously.
D) Choose the segment(s) to treat (Skip care): By default, all compartments (rooms) are enabled (1CH-2CH-3CH-4CH). It is possible to work on one area, multiple areas, or all areas at once. Simply press next to the segment to deactivate or reactivate it. Segments can be modified at any time before or during the treatment.
E) Choose the pressure applied by the machine (Pressure) and the speed (Speed): Select the compression force (rotary knob) as well as the desired speed (digital button).
F) Turn the device on using the START/STOP button (press PLAY), then adjust the pressure power in collaboration with your customer by gradually increasing it (turn the knob). Note that the pressure should not be uncomfortable or too strong. Start lower and adjust gradually.
Bioterra Recommended Care Protocol
User Guide – Dr Life Pressotherapy Device
Clinical Applications
- Toning slimming treatment (cellulite)
- Light Legs Care (Venous Insufficiency)
1. Introduction
The Dr Life pressotherapy device uses pneumatic sequential compression boots. This technology promotes lymphatic and venous drainage, reduces water retention, and relieves the sensation of heavy legs.
2. Contraindications
Before use, ensure that the customer does not have any of the following conditions:
- Active deep vein thrombosis or phlebitis
- Skin infections or open wounds
- Severe heart failure
- Uncontrolled high blood pressure
- High-risk pregnancy
3. Customer Preparation
- Explain how the session will proceed
- Perform the Bioterra treatment (see protocol) before pressotherapy
- Wear compression stockings before installing the drain.
- Lay the client on their back, legs slightly elevated
- Install pneumatic boots without creases
Toning slimming care
Benefits
- Deep Cleaning
- Targets cellulite, stubborn fat, and minor circulatory issues
- Dissolving tissue fats
- Diuretic effect
- Improvement of blood circulation
- Refreshing and invigorating effect
- Skin smoothing
Required products
- Moor+ Body Exfoliating Cream
- Dermo–Fitness Serum
- Slimming Modeling Cream
Accessories and Tools
- OrthoCorps Body Brush
- Vibrator with adapter
- Pressotherapy device
- Comfort base
Recommended products for home
- Bioterra Kit (serum, slimming cream, OrthoCorps brush)
- OrthoMoor+ Mud Bath or FucuForm
- DetoxiFit Cure
Protocol
- Work Areas
Zone I: rear region
Zone II: front region
- Exfoliation
Extend the client onto their stomach
Apply the Moor+ exfoliating cream, add a little water, and exfoliate in circular motions
Brush with the OrthoCorps until hyperemia
Rinse with wet towels
Repeat on the front region
- Serum
Apply a thin layer of Dermo-Fitness to the affected areas
Apply without rinsing
- Slimming sculpting cream
Apply to targeted areas
Massage with kneading, pressing, and draining movements
Do not rinse
Treatment duration: 60 minutes depending on the massage
Note: Bath products can be incorporated at any stage if you offer balneotherapy treatments.
Light Legs Care
Benefits
- Improvement of blood circulation
- Prevention of varicose veins and venous discoloration
- Relief from fatigue and heavy legs
- Reduction of malleolar edema
- Reduction of cramps
- Vascular Injury Prevention
Required products
- Quintessence Aromatherapy Formula
- Dermo-Fitness Serum
- Slimming Sculpting Cream
Accessories and Tools
- OrthoCorps Body Brush
- Vibrator with adapter
- Cryotherapy
- Pressotherapy device
- Comfort base
Recommended products for home
- Bioterra Kit
- DetoxiFit Cure
- Support base
Protocol
- Work Areas
Zone I: rear region
Zone II: front region
- Aromatherapy
Extend the client on their back
Apply the Quintessence formula with draining movements
Brush gently with the OrthoCorps until hyperemia
- Decongestant massage
Apply the Slimming Cream
Knead and press, frequently change the area
Finish with thorough drainage
Do not rinse
Repeat on the front region
Treatment duration: 60 minutes depending on the massage
Note: Pressotherapy can be incorporated at the end of the treatment
Tips
- Put on support stockings before getting up
- Avoid humid or intense heat
- Avoid tight clothing (pants, stockings)
Food
- Avoid pepper and saturated fats
- Increase soluble and insoluble fiber
- Favor fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains (buckwheat, raw mushrooms)
4. Recommended Settings for Pressotherapy
- Pressure: 40 to 60 mmHg depending on comfort
- Duration: 30 minutes (30 minutes per leg)
- Speed: according to comfort
- Mode: A | Each compartment will be inflated one by one from the foot up to the thigh, then deflated.
- Frequency:
Cellulite: 3 sessions per week
Venous insufficiency: 2 sessions per week
5. Specific Protocols with Dr Life
Cellulite
- Pressure: 45 to 55 mmHg
- Mode: B | All compartments, from the foot to the thigh, will be inflated and deflated sequentially and simultaneously.
- Duration: 30 minutes (30 minutes per leg)
- Frequency: 3 sessions per week for 4 to 6 weeks, then monthly maintenance
- Tips: hydration, walking, daily hyperemia with the OrthoCorps brush, Bioterra home care
Venous insufficiency
- Pressure: 40 to 50 mmHg
- Mode: C | Inflation will be applied twice at the front, from the foot to the thigh, then once at the back.
- Duration: 30 minutes (30 minutes per leg)
- Frequency: 2 sessions/week
- Tips: wear support stockings, elevate your legs, avoid prolonged standing
6. End of Session and Follow-up
- Remove the boots carefully
- Check skin condition
- Recommend hydration and light walking
- Plan the next session
- Ensuring proper follow-up of home care services
7. Conclusion
The Dr Life device is an effective solution for treating cellulite and venous insufficiency. Wearing compression stockings during the session enhances client comfort and ensures proper hygiene. The combination of Bioterra treatments, manual techniques, and complementary tools delivers visible and lasting results.
