FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You are talking about really really cold temperatures, and I find most swimming pools too cold. Is that not going to be downright uncomfortable?
NO - Remember that you are exposed to a dry cold which is released gradually, which is not the same as a sudden wet cold, such as an ice bath or a cold shower. The exposure (max 3 minutes) to this dry cold is too brief for the core temperature of the body to be affected. Most people find the Cryotherapy experience refreshing and energising
How does it work?
The Cryosauna uses gasiform nitrogen to lower the client's skin surface temperature from normal body temperature to 30-32 degrees in 30 seconds or less and keeps it that way for two-three minutes. The skin reacts to the cold and sends a powerful message to the brain that acts as a stimulant to all regulatory functions of the body. It produces the scanning of all areas that may not be working to their fullest potential.
Can you combine Cryotherapy with other treatments?
YES - While Cryotherapy treatment is regularly used on its own, it is used by many, in combination with other therapies such as; Massage, Physiotherapy and Chirotherapy.
Who uses Cryotherapy?
There are many enthusiastic users of Cryotherapy. Professional & Amateur sportsmen from all sports use Cryotherapy to aid injury recovery and to prevent delayed onset muscle fatigue. People from all walks of life use Cryotherapy to help symptoms of conditions, such as depression and insomnia, by releasing endorphins and adrenalin into the blood stream.
How does this compare to an icebath?
It doesn't. It is simply not possible to achieve the same effect with an icebath. Furthermore, the icebath is generally an excruciating 12-15 minutes longer, where cryotherapy is only 2.5-3 minutes long with a much greater recovery and performance enhancing effect.
Do I have to take a shower before and/or after the procedure?
NO- This procedure is absolutely dry and does not make your skin wet!
I am claustrophobic. Can I use the Cryosauna?
Yes, you can! The door is never locked and you can step out at any moment. Also, the stage inside the cabin is adjusted to keep your head outside and over the edge of the cabin at all times.
Can I catch a cold because of this procedure?
Immediate cold impact of the cryosession will raise the internal body temperature up to 104F for a short period of time (around 30-40 sec). This rise has a positive effect on chills and may help to fight the cold...
How do I feel after?
During each session endorphines, or the body's natural "feel good" substance, are released. The buoyant effects from each session last at least six hours.
Is nitrogen gas dangerous to human beings?
NO- Nitrogen is completely friendly gas. Air that we breathe is made up of 16% Oxygen, 1% Hydrogen, 78% Nitrogen and 5% of other components.
Has cryotherapy been tested?
YES- Researchers in Europe have been developing and refining cryotherapy for more than two decades.
Are there any conta-indications to a Cryotherapy session?
Yes- It is not recommended for people with disorders like Raynauds disease and some cardiac conditions. We will take your blood pressure and pulse rate to ensure that you are fit and healthy, before entry into a Cryopod is permitted. Here is a list of contra-indications that may prevent you from taking the therapy
Acute decompensation with chronic cardiovascular diseases A heart attack and rehabilitation after a heart attack;
Brain strokes; Hypertension – stage II (blood pressure of 180/100 mm Hg
A history of heart failure; High pulse rate or heart rhythm disorders;
Fever; Tuberculosis;
Malignant tumors; Hemorrhagic diathesis;
Hysterical Neurosis (Anxiety Disorder); Raynauds Disease;
Pregnancy; Epilepsy;
Recent skin grafts;
Is there any information or studies on Whole Body Cryotherapy?
YES, indeed. Here you can find the story of the incredibly successful rehabilitation of Formula 1 RED BULL TEAM pilot Mark Webber from a broken leg. Please also read the British TELEGRAPH.CO.UK article about the HIDDEN BENEFITS of cryosessions and about the Embracing the BIG CHILL. Further information includes the rehabilitation of football legend Paul Gascoigne, aka, GAZZA, from his alcoholism, as well, as numerous WORLD-WIDE STUDIES on whole body cryotherapy. Finally, please read about WBC and RHEUMATIC DESEASES, DEPRESSIVE SYMPTOMS, FYBROMIALGIA and CRYOGENIC PHYSICAL THERAPY in general.
