Cryotherapy

What Is Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy is the use of extreme cold for medical treatment. The use of cold dates back as early as 2500 BC, when the Egyptians used it to treat injuries and inflammation. In Europe and Asia, the practice of using cryotherapy to promote athletic recovery and enhance performance began decodes ago.

The Latest Tech

Mobile Cryotherapy uses the latest technology that represents the next generation of cryotherapy. Our Whole Body Cryosauna is manufactured in the U.S.A. with leading edge technology and innovative design to deliver unmatched safety, comfort and reliability.

Ways To Cryo

Mobile Cryotherapy currently offers three different types of Cryotherapy services — Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBC), Localized Cryotherapy, and the Local Cryo Facial. Our Cryo Packages allow you to interchange these Cryotherapy services and use your sessions however you see fit.

Benefits of Cryotherapy

Sports Therapy

Inhibits inflammation
Decreases injury recovery time
Reduces delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)
Allows you to intensify training due to reduced inflammation
Enhances energy and endorphin release

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Pain Relief/Injury

Reduces chronic pain
Reduces chronic inflammation
Improves postoperative recovery
Improves muscular fatigue
Decreases muscle spasticity and spastic paresis
Pain relief from joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis & fibromyalgia

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Beauty

Increases collagen production
Reduces signs of ageing
Improves skin condition
Improves condition of hair & nails
Reduces cellulite
Increases metabolism (studies suggest between 500-800 calories can be burnt as a response from one WBC session).

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Mental Health

Improves mood and experience of wellbeing
Reduces stress levels
Decreases depression
Benefits seen in sleeping disorders

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Whole Body Cryotherapy

With Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBC) the body is exposed to sub-zero temperatures (-200 F) in a cryogenic sauna. A person is placed in the Cryosauna for up to 3 minutes where their skin’s surface temperature is significantly lowered through the use of liquid nitrogen which stimulates receptors producing various medical benefits such as reduced inflammation, repair of muscles & joints, increased energy levels & metabolism, and to provide the ultimate athletic recovery.

What To Wear

Remain in your underwear, jogging or
compression shorts – women may also wear
a bra.
Remove or cover any jewelry or metal piercings located from your neck down.
You will be provided with a robe, socks,
shoes, and gloves.

How It Works

The Cryotherapy sauna fills with nitrogen vapor, exposing the whole body to sub zero temperatures (between -130 to -200 degrees) and lowering the skins temperature. You’ll stand in the sauna for up to three minutes. The sauna will be adjusted for your height so that your head remains outside. You may stop the session anytime and you can exit at any time.

What To Expect

You will feel a dry cold vapor. Your body will never come into contact with any cold surfaces or liquids.
Even cooling over the entire body. The last minute of the session feels the coldest.
A cryotherapy technician will be with you the entire time during the session.
You’ll warm up quickly (usually 5-10 minutes) leaving you feeling refreshed, invigorated, and with less pain.

Localized Cryotherapy

Localized Cryotherapy targets specific muscles and joints (rather than the whole body) that are injured or inflamed with sub-zero temperature. Cryotherapy heals by constricting the blood vessels and delivering oxygen-rich blood to the injured areas, thus decreasing inflammation and pain. Each session is approximately 10 minutes and targets 2-3 designated areas.

Local Cryo Facial

The Local Cryo Facial is a non-invasive facial, in which a controlled beam of vaporized nitrogen is used to cool the face, scalp, and neck area. The cold nitrogen produces an instantaneous tightness in the skin while reducing inflammation and “puffiness.” Repeated facial treatments result in an increased production of collagen to give smoother, younger looking skin. The Local Cryo Facial is a 12 minute session.

Cryotherapy F.A.Q.

Do I need to shower before or after WBC?

No, this is a dry cold and your skin remains dry. The treatment will take just 3 minutes.

How often can I or should I use cryotherapy?

A person can participate in Whole Body Cryotherapy up to 1 time per day. The frequency at which you should do cryotherapy for best results varies person to person. An athlete using cryotherapy to reduce inflammation during training would be different from a person using cryotherapy to reduce inflammation caused by chronic conditions and harmful diseases such as arthritis, Alzheimer’s, Fibromyalgia, or MS. For everyone, however, consistency is key. You should call or come into Mobile Cryotherapy to discuss the best frequency for you.

Why haven’t I heard more about cryotherapy?

Extreme cold has been used to treat inflammation for centuries – think of athletes icing sore muscles. Modern applications to treat rheumatoid arthritis began during the 1970s in Japan. Several clinical studies have been conducted in Europe, where the practice is more common.

Is the nitrogen vapor safe?

Yes, nitrogen is a non-toxic, natural gas. The air that we breathe is made up of 20% Oxygen, 78% Nitrogen and 2% of other components. The vapor is composed of the same nitrogen that is in the air we breathe.

What if I have claustrophobia?

Your head remains outside the chamber, and you can exit at any time. Also, a staff member will stay with you during the entire procedure.

How can I tolerate the cold?

The air is very dry, some people don’t even shiver. The cooled air flows over the skin, which in turn, creates the beneficial results. This process never freezes the skin tissues or organs. Only the sensation of being cold is perceived.

How does Cryotherapy compare to an ice bath?

It doesn’t. You are simply unable to achieve the same results with an ice bath. After 12-15 minutes of a shockingly cold ice bath the skin temperature only arrives at 41 degrees whereas with 2-3 minutes of whole body cryotherapy the skin temperature gets as low as 30 degrees, this allows for a different physiological response from the body increasing your speed of recovery and overall healing. During an ice bath, the cold actually penetrates into deeper skin tissue and can be damaging to the skin. In the cryosauna, the skin is never penetrated, yet the body responds on a deeper level, even improving the skin’s overall condition.

How will I feel afterward?

During each session the body releases endorphin hormones producing energy and a “feel good” sensation. As with any regimen, consistency is key and increased results will be noted with regular use. Many report a higher pain tolerance when exposure is “pre-workout”, and decreased inflammation with a “post-workout” exposure. You will also burn 500 calories or more per exposure, due to the body’s increase in metabolic rate.

Can I work out immediately before or after my exposure?

Yes. If you workout before your exposure, you can expect greater recovery due to the inflammation reduction. If you work-out after your exposure, you can expect a higher pain tolerance, more energy and greater flexibility.

Are there age restrictions?

Yes. For whole body cryotherapy, clients must be at least 15 years old with parental consent. For those clients who are between 15-17 years old parental consent forms are required and a parent or guardian must be present during the 1st session. Forms may be downloaded at this link: Mobile Cryo Minor Consent Forms

Do you accept insurance for cryotherapy?

No, we don’t accept insurance, however, we keep our session rates low enough that it would be close to a persons insurance co-pay.

Do I need to do anything or sign anything before my session?

Yes, all clients are given a waiver to complete prior to their session unless they completed their waiver online. A complete copy of the liability waiver can be found here: Mobile Cryo Liability Waiver

The following should NOT participate in Whole Body Cryotherapy:

People with the following conditions should not use whole body cryotherapy. Pregnant women, untreated hypertension (BP> 180/100), acute or recent myocardial infarction, unstable angina pectoris, arrhythmia, symptomatic cardiovascular disease, cardiac pacemaker, peripheral arterial occlusive disease, venous thrombosis, acute or recent cerebrovascular accident, uncontrolled seizures, Raynaud’s Syndrome, fever, tumor disease, symptomatic lung disorders, bleeding disorders, severe anemia, infection, claustrophobia, cold allergy, age less than 14 years (parental consent to treatment required), acute kidney and urinary tract diseases. Signed medical forms are filled out before your session.

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