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WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT HAPPENS DURING A WHOLE-BODY CRYOTHERAPY TREATMENT?
The reactivity in the brain is two-fold
Whole-body cryotherapy, from a review of various studies and sources, shows two very prominent systemic responses. The “cold-shock” reaction happens when you enter the chamber and skin temperature all over the body drops rapidly. The thermoreceptors (nerve ending neurons) send distress signals to the brain.
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First, there is a Central Nervous System (CNS) reaction where endorphins are quickly released in vast amounts. Endorphins generally elevate mood and block pain reception signals. Additionally, norepinephrine is released (said to be twice the average producing levels) triggering vasoconstriction. Clients experience improved range of motion with pain reduction almost immediately as restrictive connective tissue relaxes without pain reception.
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Additionally, the brain initiates a parasympathetic (Autonomic Nervous System) reaction. Blood draws from the extremities to the core to protect vital organs. This occurs within 30 seconds to one minute of exposure. Blood in the core oxygenates and is enriched with nutrients. When you exit the chamber, as the skin temperature rapidly rewarms, the brain releases the blood supply back to the extremities. This process flushes areas of injury of toxic waste and bad cells, replenishing with fresh blood to stimulate cellular regeneration.
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