Recovery Lab of Corona, CA, offers cryotherapy services for athletes and individuals who want to recover quickly after intense workouts. This includes people preparing for athletic competitions as well as individuals with physically demanding lifestyles.
Many people wonder if cryotherapy will help speed recovery, and why the body reacts so favorably to short periods of extreme cold. To better understand it, we need to take a closer look at the biology and science behind it.
Cryotherapy involves exposing the body to extreme cold temperatures for a brief interval of time. Most of our sessions last between two and four minutes, making it convenient to fit into just about any schedule.
During a cryotherapy session, the extreme burst of cold causes blood vessels near the skin to constrict as the body naturally works to protect vital organs. This temporarily reduces blood flow to muscles and soft tissues. When the session ends and the person’s body starts to warm, rapid circulation returns oxygen-rich blood to those areas.
This process helps reduce the inflammation associated with strenuous physical activity, helping your body rapidly repair microscopic tears in muscle fibers. This alone often helps reduce soreness and stiffness many athletes experience after an intense workout.
The circulation increase following a cryotherapy session also delivers nutrients and oxygen to these recovering tissues. This supports processes such as protein synthesis, helping muscles and connective tissues heal more efficiently while reducing the risk of future injuries.
Many athletes turn to cryotherapy to reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) which often develops 24 to 48 hours after a hard workout. The cold temperatures of cryotherapy don’t just reduce inflammation, it may also help numb nerve endings, for temporary relief from discomfort.
Most of our clients mention feeling refreshed and more comfortable after a cryotherapy session. This helps them go about their normal day as well as return to training with greater confidence.
We offer several forms of cryotherapy, the one best for you will depend on your individual goals. Whole-body cryotherapy is our most popular service. The client steps inside a specialized chamber cooled to temperatures ranging from minus 148 degrees Fahrenheit to minus 300 degrees for two to three minutes.
Localized cryotherapy is a more targeted approach to work on a specific muscle, joint or part of the body. It uses a handheld device to directly deliver a therapeutic level of cold to a shoulder, knee, elbow or group of muscles. This option is often preferred when discomfort or inflammation is concentrated in one location rather than throughout the body.
Cryotherapy is popular with high-end athletes, yet it’s not just reserved exclusively for competitive sports. A lot of busy professionals, active adults, semi-pro athletes, amateur bodybuilders and people advancing their fitness goals, like to add it to their wellness routine. The short treatment time also makes it convenient for people with demanding schedules.
If you’re an athlete or someone who’s serious about pursuing their fitness goals, and you want to optimize your recovery, call Recovery Lab of Corona, CA, to schedule a cryotherapy session. Appointments are quick, convenient, and will help you make the most out of your workout.
