When most people think of cryotherapy chambers, they imagine sci-fi movies in which a person is frozen, and they'll be unfrozen in years to re-emerge from their cryo-sleep into a new world. However, cryo chambers are very real, taking the cosmetic world by storm thanks to their amazing benefits. Here's a brief guide to introduce you to the science behind cryotherapy chambers.

What Is a Cryotherapy Chamber?

Cryotherapy is also referred to as cold therapy. During this type of therapy, the air is drastically cooled using a combination of electricity and liquid nitrogen to cool the inside of the chamber. The air may get as cold as -300 degrees Fahrenheit, and you typically stay inside the chamber for around four minutes. According to Medical News Today, treatment typically lasts three to five minutes, but at Elevate Stretch and Cryotherapy, our treatments are simply two to three minutes.

The Science Behind Cryotherapy Chambers

Once you step into the extreme cold, your brain gets a signal that it's too cold. Blood immediately rushes to the exposed areas to protect tissue, organs, and other things. According to our experts, when the body is exposed to such low temperatures, it rushes to heal the outer layer of skin, stimulating collagen production, reducing inflammation, and promoting a youthful appearance.

What Does It Help With?

Cryotherapy has been touted as a remedy for many illnesses and ailments. Many experts claim that it helps with depression and anxiety and can increase focus. Athletes have used ice for years, a smaller version of cold therapy. Athletes often appreciate how cryotherapy decreases healing time, as it helps them stay at the top of their game. It can help reduce inflammation, including in conditions like arthritis.

What To Expect Afterwards

After stepping out of the chamber, your body will tingle as it warms back up. Most people warm up within a few minutes. In our experience, it may take up to 15 minutes for your body to completely return to its normal temperature. Many patients report an immediate decrease in pain from muscle aches and inflammation upon leaving the chamber.

Cold therapy has been used for many years to help treat various medical conditions. People take cold showers to increase focus and help with migraines. Now, you can enjoy all of those benefits with one treatment. Contact our team at Elevate Stretch and Cryotherapy for more information about our cryotherapy chambers.