What is Whole Body Cryotherapy?
During a whole body cryotherapy procedure, the candidate's body is exposed to a hyper-cool
temperature for around two to three minutes. This technique was
developed in Japan in the 1970s and is popularly used by professional
athletes to improve their performance and decease their recovery time.
It is considered as one of the best remedies for musculoskeletal pain.
Who is the Best Candidate for Whole Body Cryotherapy?
If
you are a professional athlete or looking for therapy for your enhanced
health and wellness, then cryotherapy can help you achieve ultimate
potential. Consult an expert to confirm if you are fit to undergo this
three-minute procedure.
Is Cryotherapy a Proven Treatment for Recovery and Health?
Whole
Body Cryotherapy is being used by several health practitioners in
Europe and Asia for around 30 years now. Moreover, numerous studies have
been released on this subject which reveals its immense health
benefits.
Is Whole Body Cryotherapy Safe?
Yes,
experts say that it is safe for treatment of several muscular disorders
because it uses cold air and cooling agents do not get in contact with
the candidate's skin. The cold air is chilled using liquid nitrogen, and
the 78% of the air we breathe is composed of nitrogen. Hence, it is
safe to undergo this procedure.
Experts
suggest that during this procedure the body's internal temperature
remains constant and the temperature change is only superficial. The
candidate's head is always kept outside the chamber. The Cryosauna
chamber is equipped with safety features, and a trained operator is
always around you to ensure nothing is going out of the track, and
he/she can handle the situations of emergencies. Moreover, the chamber
room is equipped with oxygen sensors and proper ventilation systems to
ensure optimal airflow.
Who Should Not Undergo Cryotherapy?
Do not undergo this procedure if you:
- Are pregnant.
- Are suffering from cold, fever or infection.
- Have cold-induced asthma.
- Have an open wound or sore.
- Have hyperthyroidism.
- Have tumor diseases.
- Have severe hypertension.
- Are suffering from heart or cardiovascular diseases.
- Are suffering from respiratory problems.
- Have a pacemaker.
- Have seizures.
- Are suffering from the peripheral arterial disease.
- Have acute kidney or urinary tract disease.
- Are under the influence of drugs and alcohol.
- Have suffered a heart attack with the date less than six months.
- Have severe anemia.
- Have Raynaud's syndrome.
- Have polyneuropathy.
- Have expired venous thrombosis.
- Have seizures.
If you want to learn about Cryotherapy or wish to undergo this treatment, then connect with the experts of K2 Cryospa. It is locally, and veteran-owned therapy clinic in San Antonio. For more details book an appointment now!
