What Is Cryotherapy Cryotherapy refers to treatments that use freezing or near-freezing temperatures to stimulate a physiological response. You expose your skin or tissues to cold air, liquid nitrogen vapour, ice, or chilled water for a set time. The cold triggers vasoconstriction, which narrows your blood vessels and reduces blood flow to the treated area. When your body rewarms, circulation increases and may help remove metabolic waste linked to muscle soreness. You will often see cryotherapy used to: Reduce inflammation and swelling Ease joint and muscle pain Support post-exercise recovery Treat certain skin lesions Whole-body cryotherapy sessions typically last 2–3 … Continue reading The Benefits of Cryotherapy for Recovery, Performance and Overall Wellbeing