Cryo by Coco has launched their second Whole Body Cryotherapy Chamber in the country – the first being based in Cape Town. Located opposite Daytona, the wellness centre offers an array of treatments, with the Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBC) Chamber bringing clients a whole new level of rejuvenation in a matter of minutes. WBC has proven to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities through the use of extreme cold that induces responses on three levels: The circulatory system, the energy meridians and the nervous system.
There are many benefits to this state-of-the-art therapy, which comprises the application of extremely cold, dry air (between -85°C and -110°C) for up to three minutes. Various clinical studies have been done on cryotherapy, focusing especially on the treatment of pain and inflammation, diseases and disorders like fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. It is also used as treatment for post-op patients, sports injuries and the treatment of skin conditions like psoriasis, dermatitis and general ageing. Not to mention weight management and mental health.
After completing a short medical history form, we were escorted to a tranquil dressing room. Cryo by Coco provides everything you might need – from warm gloves, socks, branded Crocs, headbands (complete with Bluetooth earphones) and masks, to comfortable shorts and sports bras for those first-timers (like us) who did not bring their own.
All kitted up, we stepped into the cryotherapy chamber, which uses dry, cold air – a superficial temperature change that allows your internal body temperature to remain constant throughout the treatment. This was probably our favourite part of the treatment, as clouds of ice-cold air enveloped us as we opened the door. We almost started singing Frozen’s theme song!
The chamber comes with a number of safety features, with the door never locking, ensuring that you are always in control of your environment. A trained staff member will also always be present to ensure your maximum safety.
A maximum of three minutes is the recommended treatment time for Cryotherapy. However, treatment schedules will vary depending on your athletic activity, the severity of soft tissue ailments and other factors. Some professional athletes can have this treatment up to twice a day if needed.
Your nose will burn, you’ll get goosebumps all over (who needs ASMR?) and you’ll be hopping about under a flurry of fine ice. After three minutes, you’ll be released into warm air and instantly feel refreshed and revived.
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