CRYOLAB'S WHOLE BODY CRYO CHAMBER
THE CRYOLABS CRYOTHERAPY CHAMBER
The CryoLabs cryotherapy chamber consists of two separate rooms. The first, the pre-chamber, is for acclimatisation, with an average temperature of –65 to –75°C, which prepares the body for the next stage. The pre-chamber leads into the second and main treatment chamber, cooled to an operating temperature of –135°C. This is the proven optimum temperature for beneficial therapeutic use.
A typical cryotherapy treatment lasts approximately 3.5 minutes, with 30 seconds spent in the pre-chamber at –65 to –75 °C for acclimatisation, and the remaining time in the main chamber at –135 °C. A trained member of staff observes each session, and the chambers are wired for sound and video.
Despite the extremely low temperatures, the environment is not unpleasant due to the dry air, and it is much more comfortable than, for example, physical immersion in an ice bath, where the temperature range is only 2 °C to 5 °C!
Required clothing for users includes
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Cotton shorts or similar for men
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Bikinis, Swimsuit or shorts and a sports support top for women (no underwired bras)
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A face mask
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A hat or head band (to cover ears)*
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Gloves or Mittens*
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Knee length socks*
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Rubber crocks or similar footwear*
* Supplied by CryoLabs
Where possible, all jewellery and metal objects (such as piercings) should be removed before treatment, and you should be completely dry before entering the chamber. It is recommended that you do not consume any food or drinks containing caffeine within two hours prior to treatment.
Prior to any treatment session, users will be required to complete a General Medical Questionnaire & Consent to Treatment Form.
This can be filled out on arrival or downloaded in advance from our website and brought with you to CryoLabs.
There are a few conditions that will prevent you from using cryotherapy as a treatment. These are listed on the General Medical Questionnaire. If you have any concerns about any of these, you should consult your GP.
BENEFITS
ENHANCE RECOVERY
Cryotherapy has been shown to aid an athlete’s recovery from fatigue. Taken post-exercise, the treatments kick-start the recovery process through encouraging blood circulation, lymph draining, reducing pain and muscle stress.
REDUCE INJURIES
Cryotherapy reduces injuries through providing an ability to quickly shut down tissue injuries. Physiologically, cryotherapy provides an anti-inflammatory response while also protecting against muscle damage at a cellular level.
IMPROVE WELLBEING
The improvements in health & wellbeing from cryotherapy are substantial. From enhancing the body’s immunity to illness through to providing various anabolic boosts and aiding sleep recovery