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CRYOTHERAPY CHICAGO

The leading cryotherapy spa in Chicago.
Experience the Benefits of Cryogenic Freeze Therapy in River North, Chicago.

Our Whole Body Cryotherapy chamber provides natural healing and wellness, supporting our philosophy of total body-care. From professional athletes to the wellness enthusiasts, cryotherapy users in Chicago have experienced a multitude of benefits from our freeze sessions. Our Cryotherapy treatments extend beyond the full-body chamber. For clients who want to target a specific area of pain, inflammation, or cellulite, we suggest localized cryotherapy. Additionally, our Chicago Spa offers skincare devotees a new regiment for brighter and tighter skin through our Cryo-Facials.

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WHAT IS CRYOTHERAPY?

In just 2 to 3 minutes, whole body cryotherapy releases anti-inflammatory proteins and endorphins to jumpstart your body’s natural ability to burn calories, accelerate muscle recovery, reduce pain and inflammation, and enhance the health and glow of your skin.

CRYOTHERAPY TREATMENT BENEFITS FOR MIND & BODY

Cryogenic Freezing Therapy is the process of using liquid nitrogen to hyper cool the body for 3 minutes in freezing cold temperatures. Whole body Cryotherapy chambers are cold and dry and are similar to how athletes use ice baths or how you would ice a sprained ankle.


Literally meaning ‘cold therapy,’ cryotherapy stimulates the body’s natural healing abilities through exposure to subzero temperatures. By exposing the skin to extreme cold, the brain and body react in uniquely beneficial ways that can boost metabolism by up to 300% and burn up to 500-800 calories.


Cryotherapy releases anti-inflammatory proteins and endorphins, helping to reduce inflammation and pain.


For clients who want to target a specific area of pain, inflammation, or cellulite, we offer localized cryotherapy as well as cryo-facials which tone and tighten your skin. Both of these therapies entail spraying the vaporized liquid nitrogen onto the area of focus.



For Whole Body Cryotherapy, the first Freeze Therapy session lasts usually 60 to 90 seconds to help you get acclimated with the cold. After that, we will work with you to determine the duration from 2 to 3 minutes for each session. You may end the session at any time. For Localized and Facial Cryotherapy, each session lasts up to 10 minutes.

WHY FREEZE?

WHOLE BODY CRYOSAUNA CHAMBER BENEFITS

Muscle Recovery

Athletic Training Recovery

Cooling of muscles relieves pain and promotes recovery.

Alleviate Pain

Alleviation of Muscle & Joint Pain

Like an ice bath, cryotherapy relieves and reduces pain as the cold causes blood vessels to constrict.

Weight Loss

Promotion of Weight-Loss

Cryotherapy is known to burn hundreds of calories in a matter of minutes and can speed up your weight loss journey.

Anxiety & Depression Relief

Anxiety & Depression Relief

The extreme cold causes the release of adrenaline, noradrenaline, and endorphins which are known to affect moods.

Anti-Aging

Reduced Signs of Aging

Cryotherapy is great for skin health including reducing wrinkles.

Better Sleep

Better Sleep Patterns

Exposing your body to the cold causes the release of norepinephrine which can affect your sleep cycles.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR CRYOTHERAPY SESSION

Cryogenic Freeze Therapy is a dry cold that uses no moisture; it’s tolerable even to those who consider themselves cold intolerant. The liquid nitrogen air lowers the surface temperature of your skin by 30-50 degrees, which isn’t cold enough to actually freeze your skin, tissues, muscles, or organs. It’s a quick “freeze” that’s equivalent to 20-30 minutes in an ice bath without the uncomfortable feeling of submerging in ice cold water!You’ll step into an enclosed chamber that covers your body from the neck down. The chamber, or cryosauna, is then pumped with liquid nitrogen vapor which circulates around your body for 2 to 3 minutes.


The procedure will be done in a private room. Only your head, neck, and hands will be visible during your cryotherapy treatment, so most clients are comfortable wearing only their underwear. We will provide a robe for you to wear, which will be removed once you enter the chamber and the door is closed. We will also provide gloves and foot protection that must be worn inside the chamber.


Your skin temperature will drop within the first 30 seconds of the process, while your core body temperature remains unchanged, though it may drop a little afterwards. This sudden drop in temperature sends your brain messages to stimulate your body’s regulatory functions; it scans the body for areas that may not be functioning to optimal levels. As your body shivers to maintain a healthy core temperature, blood is pulled away from the extremities then quickly projected back to vital organs, joints, muscles, and tissues. This creates a deep healing and anti- inflammatory response throughout the body. During this three-minute process, high levels of oxygen in the blood allow for the faster circulation of nutrients to improve energy, muscle recovery, and collagen production.


Over the next 24-48 hours, you can expect to experience what we like to call the ‘cryo-high’ - a decrease in any chronic pain, improved sleep, and increase in ‘feel good’ hormones - all of which lead to a stronger, leaner, and healthier body.

Cryotherapy FAQ

  • What is Cryotherapy?

    Cryotherapy is a quick, noninvasive process that exposes your body, or parts of your body, to extreme cold of up to -280°F through the use of gasified air from liquid nitrogen. Cryo Saunas are used for Whole Body Cryo and are aimed at reducing your overall skin temperature to between 30°F and 50°F, while maintaining a healthy core temperature. This sudden drop in temperature triggers the brain to go into “fight or flight” mode sending blood flow from your hands and feet back to your vital organs which may be why you feel pins and needles sensation in your extremities. When you exit the chamber and begin to warm up, your blood is pumped vigorously back throughout the body, creating a flushing effect.


    This process accelerates the body’s natural healing ability by increasing the oxygen and nutrient supply into the bloodstream, thus reducing inflammation, relieving minor aches and pain, and alleviate sore muscles. Cryo can also trigger the autonomic nervous system sympathetic and parasympathetic to release adrenaline and endorphins, your body’s “feel good” hormones, as well as improve sleep, reduce stress, and increase metabolism.

  • How long is each Cryo session?

    For Whole Body Cryo, the first time Cryo is usually 60 to 90 seconds to help you get acclimated with the cold. After that, we will work with you to determine the duration from 2 to 3 minutes for each session. You may end the session at any time. For Localized and Facial Cryo, each session lasts up to 10 minutes.

  • Who developed Whole Body Cryotherapy technology?

    Whole body cryotherapy was originally developed in Japan for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It has been researched and refined in Europe over the past two decades. Sports, Health and Spa professionals in U.S. have discovered then benefits of whole body cryotherapy.

  • Is nitrogen dangerous?

    No, nitrogen is a friendly, non-toxic gas. Nitrogen composes 78% of the air that we breathe. The other components are 16% Oxygen, 1% Hydrogen and 5% other gases. Nitrogen is as common and safe as Oxygen.

  • What do I wear?

    Clients typically wear their underwear inside the chamber. We will provide a robe for you to wear, which will be removed once you enter the chamber and the door is closed. We will also provide gloves and foot protection that must be worn inside the chamber. Only the clients, head, neck and hands will be visible to the Whole Body Chicago Cryotherapy technician, and the procedure will be done in a private room

  • Do I have to shower before and/or after the procedure?

    No, you do not. This is a dry procedure that will not wet the skin.

  • Can I catch a cold from cyrotherapy?

    No. The immediate cold impact of the cryo session will stimulate the immune system and can actually help decrease the severity and frequency of future colds.

  • How often should I do Cryo Facials?

    Depends on the objective of the treatment. For example, if the client has acne, we recommend performing a cryo facial 3 or 4 times a week. If a client is using it for beautification, then once or twice a week is ideal.

  • Can I exercise before or after Whole Body Cryotherapy?

    Yes, it is safe to do either. If you choose to exercise before whole body cryotherapy you will experience increased energy and greater recovery due to the reduction in inflammation. If you exercise after the cryotherapy you will experience a higher pain tolerance and more energy.

  • How can anyone tolerate the extreme cold?

    Cryotherapy involves hyper-cooled air flowing over the skin surface so the process never freezes skin tissues, muscles or organs. The result is only the feeling of being cold. The air is completely dry and safe with the protective wear.

  • What are the risks of Whole Body Cryotherapy?

    Whole Body Cryotherapy is very well tolerated and has minimal risks:


    Fluctuations in blood pressure during the procedure by up to 10 points systolic (this effect reverses after the end of the procedure, as peripheral circulation returns to normal), allergic reaction to extreme cold (rare), and activation of some viral conditions (cold sores) etc. due to stimulation of the immune system. Protective clothing (socks, gloves, undergarments) must be dry in order to avoid frostbite.

  • Who should avoid the use of Whole Body Cryotherapy?

    The following conditions are contraindications for WBC: Pregnancy, severe hypertension (BP > 180/100), hypothyroidism, acute or recent myocardial infarction (heart attack: need to be cleared for exercise), narrowing of valves, crescent-shaped aorta and mitral valve, unstable angina pectoris, arrhythmia, symptomatic cardiovascular disease, cardiac pacemaker, peripheral arterial occlusive disease, venous thrombosis, acute or recent cerebrovascular accident (stroke: must be cleared for exercise), uncontrolled seizures, Raynaud’s syndrome, fever, tumor disease, symptomatic lung disorders, bleeding disorders, severe anemia, infection, cold allergy, acute kidney and urinary tract diseases, incontinence.Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.

  • How will I feel afterwards?

    During each session the body releases endorphins, which are your “feel good” hormones. The effects from each session last at least 6–8 hours. As with any new regimen, consistency is key and increased results will be noted with regular use. Many report a higher pain tolerance when exposure is pre-workout, and decreased inflammation is noted with a post- workout exposure.