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Whole Body Cryotherapy
What is Cryotherapy?
Our Whole Body Cryotherapy sessions involve exposure of the entire body to sub-zero temperatures for a duration of up to 3 minutes. This intense cold triggers a natural response within the body, causing blood vessels to constrict and divert blood flow away from extremities. As a result, blood is redirected towards the core, safeguarding vital organs. This shift in circulation enhances oxygen levels and releases proteins that aid in reducing swelling. Upon exiting the Cryotherapy chamber and returning to regular room temperature, the oxygen-enriched blood circulates back throughout the body.
Benefits of Cryotherapy
- Reduced Inflammation and Pain: The extreme cold can reduce inflammation and help manage pain, especially in conditions like arthritis, tendonitis, and muscle soreness. It is commonly used by athletes to speed up recovery and reduce muscle stiffness.
- Enhanced Muscle Recovery: Whole body cryotherapy can accelerate muscle recovery after intense exercise or injury. The cold exposure helps reduce muscle soreness and promotes faster healing.
- Improved Blood Circulation: Cryotherapy can stimulate blood flow and circulation by causing blood vessels to constrict and then dilate when exiting the chamber. This process can aid in removing toxins and delivering oxygen and nutrients to the body's tissues.
- Mood Enhancement: The cold exposure can release endorphins, leading to a feeling of euphoria and improving mood. Some users report reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety after cryotherapy sessions.
- Boosted Immune System: The stress caused by the cold can stimulate the immune system, potentially increasing the production of white blood cells and enhancing the body's ability to fight infections.
- Increased Metabolism and Caloric Burn: Cryotherapy can boost metabolic rate, leading to increased calorie burn, which might support weight loss goals.
- Reduced Swelling and Edema: The extreme cold can help reduce swelling and fluid retention in specific areas, making it useful for injury recovery or post-surgery care.
- Skin Health and Anti-Aging: Cryotherapy can tighten the skin and improve its appearance by promoting collagen production, leading to a firmer and more youthful complexion.
- Improved Sleep Quality: The calming effect of cryotherapy and its influence on the body's hormonal balance can contribute to better sleep quality.
What to Expect?
Wondering what to expect during your first Cryotherapy session with us? After completing a simple medical waiver, you'll be directed to a private changing room. Since our Cryotherapy Chamber uses sub-zero temperatures to deliver cold therapy, certain parts of your body need protection from the cold. We'll provide you with a hat, socks, slippers, and gloves to wear during your session. While some people wear just shorts or other workout clothes, we can also offer you a robe for additional coverage.
Once you're dressed in your protective gear, you'll head to our unique Cryotherapy chamber. You can choose some music to get you pumped up before stepping into the chamber, where you'll stay for up to 3 minutes.
If you can't go the full 3 minutes, don't worry! You can build up to a longer session over time, gradually increasing your tolerance for the cold with each visit. It generally feels like standing outside on a freezing winter day!
After you exit the chamber, you might feel more energized, alert, and could even notice an uplift in your mood.
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