Ready for Cryotherapy to change your life?
Here are the facts and benefits of one of the biggest health trends at the moment
Are you enduring cold showers to perk yourself up on an early Tuesday morning? According to self-proclaimed Iceman Wim Hof, cold water therapy is the best thing you can do to feel good and has many health and well-being benefits packed in.
Cold water therapy has become a huge trend over the recent years, with Cryotherapy coming under that umbrella and becoming increasingly popular. Are you wondering what exactly Cryotherapy is and what the hype is all about? Well, settle in as we break it down for you…
So what exactly is Cryotherapy and what can you expect?
Cryotherapy is exposing yourself to subzero temperatures for up to 3 minutes, with our Cryotherapy Chamber reaching -110. You would endure the first session for one and a half minutes, then come out to rest, then endure another minute and a half. To feel the full benefits you would go down to your underwear for the Cryotherapy to directly work on your skin, with full support from a spa therapist, to keep checking you are ok.
What are the benefits of Cryotherapy?
For many athletes, Cryotherapy is their holy grail as Cryotherapy has several health and well-being benefits, you wouldn’t think would have. So give your mind and body a treat!
Pain relief and muscle healing
From various reports, Cryotherapy has been shown to relieve muscle pain and speed up healing, and encourages quicker recovery from sports injuries.
Reduced inflammation
This can add to improving overall health and can help reduce long-term illnesses, studies have shown that Cryotherapy can reduce inflammation.
Reducing anxiety and depression
Studies have also demonstrated that it can help treat mental health issues since it reduces inflammation. In a 2008 study, it was proven that 50% of people felt their symptoms reduced after a Cryotherapy session.
Treats migraine headaches and prevents dementia
Cryotherapy targets your neck, which has been shown to reduce the pain of your migraines. Then for dementia, due to also reducing inflammation, it can reduce oxidative stress, which is linked to dementia.
Improves mood
Cryotherapy can trigger the endorphins in our body, which improves our body and decreases pain. Also releases adrenaline, and noradrenaline and can relax the body, which all contribute to boosting your mood. Perfect!
You can burn up to 800 calories from a session
Cryotherapy forces your body to work faster as your body is trying to become warmer, which can contribute to a healthier lifestyle.
Prevents and treats cancer
Cryotherapy can be used to lower the risk of cancer, as Cryotherapy reduces inflammation.
How do you feel after a Cryotherapy session?
You feel so alive and euphoric from a Cryotherapy session, which is why the facility has become so popular and countless celebrities are jumping on the bandwagon.
Speaking to our Social Media Assistant, Helena, after her first session in the Cryotherapy this is what she had to say, ‘It is so cold once you’re in the Cryotherapy Chamber but once you’re out, wow, you feel amazing! You can feel the blood pumping around your body and feel so many endorphins! I had such mental clarity and it improved my mood massively. I felt extremely relaxed and happier for the rest of the day, I also slept so well after my session! I would recommend the Cryotherapy Chamber to anyone! I can’t wait to go in there again.’
Tips and Guidelines
If you have any conditions you want to help treat or any worries about the Cryotherapy Chamber, consult one of the experienced spa therapists. We have ear muffs and gloves to provide, so don’t worry about that, you only need to bring yourself, and your socks!
So we hope you give Cryotherapy a chance and feel the benefits for yourself, as although wellness trends come and go, this one is going to stay.