Localized Cryotherapy
Unlike whole body cryotherapy (WBC), localized cryotherapy aims to target specific parts of the body. Hence, it does not require the use of complex equipment such as cryosauna and cryogenic chambers to facilitate a cost-effective and equally safe treatment. Aside from this, since only the affected areas are exposed to extreme temperature, localized cryotherapy can be applied for longer periods to allow deeper penetration and a more effective cooling. In fact, in a study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, prolonged superficial cryotherapy reduces post-traumatic microvascular dysfunction, inflammation, and structural impairment secondary to closed soft tissue injury. These effects were due to the effect of cryotherapy in restoring functional capillary density, repairing tissue damage, decreasing intramuscular pressure, and re
Cryotherapy Benefits
To provide its clients with the maximum benefits of cold application, °degree Wellness has promoted different methods of cryogenic services in order to meet the unique needs of their clients who seek to find solutions to their health problems and achieve optimum well-being. One of these services is localized cryotherapy. This method is geared towards facilitating recovery from injuries as well as reducing cellulite formation. In fact, cryotherapy is one of the essential components of the first aid treatment for musculoskeletal injuries known as R.I.C.E therapy – Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. This premise is further supported by the results of research studies showing the benefits of cryotherapy in both acute and rehabilitative phases of soft tissue injury which proved its ability to reduce metabolism, decrease the inflammatory reaction and induce local analgesia (Galiuto, 2016).
References:
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Galiuto, L. (2016). The Use of Cryotherapy in Acute Sports Injuries. Annals of Sports Medicine and Research, 1060.
Ingargiola, M. J., Motakef, S., Chung, M. T., Vasconez, H. C., & Sasaki, G. H. (2015). Cryolipolysis for Fat Reduction and Body Contouring: Safety and Efficacy of Current Treatment Paradigms. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 1581-1590. Pfiedler Enterprises. (2014). Retrieved November 10, 2016, from Pfiedler Enterprises: http://www.pfiedler.com/ce/1107/files/assets/common/downloads/Localized%20temperature%20therapy.pdf
Schaser, K., Disch, A., Stover, J., Lauffer, A., Bail, H., & Mittlmeier, T. (2007). Prolonged superficial local cryotherapy attenuates microcirculatory impairment, regional inflammation, and muscle necrosis after closed soft tissue injury in rats. The American Journal of Sports Medicine, 93 -102.
ducing the number of adhering and invading granulocytes (Schaser, Disch, Stover, Lauffer, Bail, & Mittlmeier, 2007).
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