What Is Cryotherapy?
Cryotherapy, often referred to as cold therapy, is a recovery method that exposes the body to freezing or near-freezing temperatures in order to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and accelerate healing. This powerful technique is widely used in sports medicine and rehabilitation for its ability to decrease swelling and promote faster recovery.
At our facility, we offer advanced cryotherapy through a cryochamber as well as the Game Ready system. The cryochamber provides whole-body cooling, while Game Ready combines cold and compression therapy for targeted treatment. Trusted by orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and professional sports teams worldwide, Game Ready has been clinically proven to outperform traditional RICE methods (rest, ice, compression, elevation).
How Does It Work?
During cryotherapy, the body is exposed to extremely cold air for a short period of time. This sudden drop in temperature constricts blood vessels, reduces metabolic activity, and limits swelling in injured or overworked tissues. Once the body returns to normal temperature, blood flow increases again, delivering oxygen and nutrients that help repair damaged cells and tissues.
The Game Ready system enhances this process by integrating cold therapy with compression. The combination of cooling and pressure reduces edema (fluid buildup), decreases pain, and speeds up the body’s natural healing response.
What Does It Target?
Cryotherapy can be applied to the entire body or to specific areas, depending on individual needs.
- Whole-body cryotherapy through the cryochamber helps reduce overall inflammation, boost energy, and support recovery after strenuous activity.
- Targeted cryotherapy with Game Ready attachments is especially effective for sore knees, legs, and post-surgical rehabilitation.
Who Can Benefit?
Athletes use cryotherapy to recover more quickly from intense training or injury, while individuals dealing with chronic pain, inflammation, or post-operative recovery also find significant relief. It is a safe, non-invasive method suitable for a wide range of people seeking faster healing and better performance.
The Takeaway
Cryotherapy is more than just exposure to cold—it is a proven method of reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and accelerating recovery. With both whole-body cryotherapy and targeted treatments through Game Ready technology, this therapy offers powerful benefits for athletes, patients, and anyone looking to heal faster and feel better.