Cryotherapy is a treatment used by many people around the world to improve their health and fitness. If you're thinking about trying this form of therapy, you might be wondering how often you should use it to get maximum results.
Cryotherapy does not work the same for everyone!
The answer to this question depends on your goals and your body. Some people feel a positive effect on their sleep after just one session, while others need five or more sessions to notice a difference.
In general, however, it is recommended to be treated regularly to maximize benefits. Positive effects achieved by cryotherapy can be lost after just a month without treatment.
Here are some recommendations for frequency of use based on the indication or goal you want to achieve:
- People who are just beginning cryotherapy are advised to go into a cold chamber two to three times a week for about three weeks to give the body time to adjust to the extreme cold.
- Athletes typically use cryo after physical overload and hard training to recover faster and eliminate muscle pain, or as an energy booster before a competition.
- For people who do not have any serious health issues to address and only want to use cryotherapy for general well-being or to boost their metabolism, it is recommended to do 2-4 sessions per week for a month or more. To improve mood, energy levels or sleep with cryotherapy, 1-3 sessions per week are sufficient.
- Those suffering from chronic pain (e.g. arthritic pain) and general inflammation can attend cryo sessions 3-5 sessions per week for at least 2 months.
- For postoperative recovery, it is recommended to have at least 3 sessions per week for a period of 3 weeks.
Here are some empirical values after how many sessions you can achieve which effects with cryotherapy.
1 Session
Just one session can improve some people's sleep. Also, cryotherapy can help reduce post-workout muscle soreness and increase overall well-being.
3 Sessions
After three sessions, muscle and joint pain can be reduced. For some people, cryotherapy can also prevent muscle injuries and improve preparation for a major event (like a competition or exam).
5 Sessions
After five sessions, other improvements can be seen, such as increased rest time in bed, a reduction in restless legs syndrome, a reduction in back pain, and even relief from mild fibromyalgia.
10 Sessions
After ten sessions, results may continue to improve, such as better sleep quality, improved stress management, and a reduction in anxiety. Cryotherapy can also help prevent burnout and facilitate weight management in conjunction with intense exercise and diet.
It is important to note that every body is different and the effectiveness of cryotherapy can vary from person to person.
Under the following link you will find within the FAQ section more detailed studies on how cryotherapy works.
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