Recovery Suite
Normatec Compression Therapy
Dynamic air compression that mimics the body's natural circulatory process — flushing out metabolic waste, reducing swelling, and leaving your legs feeling fresh and recovered.
Recovery That Moves With You
Normatec is the gold standard in compression therapy, used by professional athletes and sports teams around the world. The system uses dynamic air compression to massage your limbs, mobilize fluid, and speed up recovery in a way that passive rest simply cannot match.
The Normatec boots work by inflating in a pulsing, sequential pattern that starts at the feet and moves upward — mimicking the natural muscle pump action that moves blood and lymphatic fluid through your legs. This process flushes out lactic acid and metabolic waste while delivering fresh, oxygenated blood to tired muscles.
At Core Athletes, Normatec is one of our most popular recovery tools — especially after intense training sessions, competitions, or long days on your feet.
What It Can Help With
- Rapid reduction of muscle soreness and fatigue
- Decreased swelling and inflammation in the legs
- Faster clearance of lactic acid after training
- Improved circulation and lymphatic drainage
- Relief from heavy, tired legs
- Reduced risk of blood pooling during travel
- Faster return to training after competition
- General relaxation and stress relief
How Normatec Works
The Normatec system uses a patented pulsing compression pattern called Pulse technology. Unlike static compression, which applies constant pressure, Normatec's dynamic compression moves in a wave-like pattern from the distal to proximal segments of the limb. This sequential inflation and deflation mimics the natural pumping action of your muscles, dramatically improving the efficiency of fluid movement through your legs.
Post-Training Recovery
After a hard training session, your legs accumulate lactic acid, inflammatory byproducts, and excess fluid. Normatec accelerates the clearance of these substances, reducing the soreness and stiffness you feel in the hours and days after intense exercise. Many athletes use Normatec immediately after training to jumpstart the recovery process and feel ready to go again sooner.
Competition & Travel Recovery
For athletes competing in tournaments, multi-day events, or traveling long distances, Normatec is an essential tool for maintaining leg freshness. It helps counteract the effects of prolonged sitting, reduces swelling from travel, and prepares your legs for the next day's performance. Many professional teams use Normatec as a standard part of their competition recovery protocol.
What a Session Feels Like
You sit back and slip your legs into the Normatec boots. The system inflates and deflates in a rhythmic, wave-like pattern that most people find deeply relaxing. Sessions typically last 20–30 minutes. Many clients read, listen to music, or simply rest during their session. When you stand up, your legs feel noticeably lighter and more refreshed.
Who This Is For
- Athletes recovering from intense training or competition
- Anyone dealing with heavy, sore, or swollen legs
- People who spend long hours on their feet
- Travelers looking to counteract the effects of long flights
- Those dealing with poor circulation or lymphatic issues
- Anyone who wants a deeply relaxing recovery session
Normatec compression is safe for most people. If you have deep vein thrombosis, active infections, open wounds, or severe peripheral neuropathy, please consult your physician before use.
Give Your Legs the Recovery They Deserve
Book your Normatec compression session at Core Athletes in Pomona, CA and feel the difference in your next training session.