The objective of CEC (Whole Body Cryotherapy) is to create a thermal shock which generates vasoconstriction and stimulation of the thermal receptors of the dermis. This thermal shock mainly has an analgesic effect by slowing the inflammatory conduction by lowering the tissue temperature.
In therapy, cryotherapy is used to treat pain (after a sprain, a tear, a blow or tendinopathy).
As a wellness cure, it helps muscle recovery, reduce fatigue and promote sleep.
Concerning the sportsman, it finds its place in physical preparation or during intense training period:
What are the consequences for our body after a cryotherapy session?
Performing cryotherapy sessions are therefore beneficial for our body, both in recovery, pain treatment or simply to give us a boost.
We strongly advise you to turn to professionals who will supervise you and adapt the temperature to your needs (not everyone can stand a -50ºC).
On the other hand, you can take advantage of the winter temperatures and your next stay in the mountains to spend 3 minutes in a swimsuit in the snow. It’s more archaic but it’s always good.