How it Works
Cryotherapy, Romsey
Discover how cryotherapy works and how using a cryo chamber regularly can be life changing.
How Does Cryotherapy Work?
As its name would suggest, cryotherapy uses extremely cold temperatures to provide a wealth of health benefits. The cryo treatments we apply are whole body treatments, using the latest in electric cryotherapy technology offering temperatures as low as -120c. This method of treatment triggers your body to release endorphins and induce the body’s natural pain relief system. These treatments generally last three minutes to provide you with the best possible outcome.
Originally developed by a Japanese rheumatologist to treat osteo and rheumatoid arthritis, it was soon discovered to have a great many other curative benefits and potential applications.
With our cryo chamber and its sub-zero temperatures, your body instantly gets tricked into a natural fight or flight response. As blood vessels constrict, blood is redirected away from the extremities and toward the core in order to protect your most vital organs. The body then becomes charged with oxygen and anti inflammatory proteins, and excess white blood cells are flushed out, boosting the metabolic rate.
When exiting our cryo chamber, your blood vessels dilate and rush oxygen rich blood and endorphins back through the body. Then in an effort to warm itself back to equilibrium, the body undergoes a metabolic reaction that can burn up to 800 calories in the hours proceeding treatment.
Arrival
At CryoFix, we have free parking, so once you have found a space, enter the building and you will be greeted by a professional member of staff. They’ll explain the entire process to you and answer any questions you may have.
Changing Rooms
After arrival, you will be shown our private changing rooms. Whole Body Cryotherapy is generally performed while wearing, a swimming costume or sportswear for women and shorts for men. We will provide all the additional protective clothing, which includes a face mask, thermal gloves & socks, slippers and a headband to cover your ears.
Treatment
The chamber is suitable for 1-2 people, which will be you and/or a friend/partner. The cryotherapy treatment will last for up to 3 minutes and our staff will be in visual and audio contact at all times. However, if you feel uncomfortable at any point during your treatment, you may exit the chamber by just opening the door and stepping out.
After Treatment
Once your cryotherapy treatment is over, you will instantly start to feel like you can take on the world, run a marathon, while your body starts to warm itself up and undergoes its metabolic reaction rushing oxygen rich blood and endorphins back through your body. The 3 minute session may be over but your treatment will continue to work on your body.
We encourage you to talk to us about your treatment so if you have any questions before you leave please just ask a member of staff. Now don’t forget to book another treatment session, as cryotherapy works best when used regularly. Some athletes use a cryo chamber twice a day but we recommend at least once or twice a week to get the most out of your sessions.
The following items must be worn when in the Chamber : -
A face mask*
Shorts for Men
Headband (to cover ears)*
Thermal Gloves or mittens*
Thermal Knee length socks*
Nonslip slippers or Rubber crocks
Swimwear or sportswear for Women (no underwired bras)
*Supplied by CryoFix Wellness Ltd or you can bring your own
The following items must be worn when in the Chamber : -
A face mask*
Shorts for Men
Headband (to cover ears)*
Thermal Gloves or mittens*
Thermal Knee length socks*
Nonslip slippers or Rubber crocks
Swimwear or sportswear for Women (no underwired bras)
*Supplied by CryoFix Wellness Ltd or you can bring your own
Core Benefits of Cryotherapy
Anti-Ageing Benefits
Improves muscular recovery
Boosts The Immune System
Reduction in inflammation
Boosts cognition and creativity
Alleviates depression and anxiety
Decreases stress-related cortisol
Enhance self-regenerative capacity
Destroys Fat Cells helping in weight loss
Helps muscle retention and development
Increases growth hormone and testosterone levels
Health
Beauty
Sports
Wellbeing
Who is Cryotherapy for?
The short answer is everyone! Our Romsey based cryotherapy offers a range of benefits for any person. Many athletes are now using cryo treatment to get the maximum performance. Putting the body into a protective state can help speed up recovery and increase endurance. This makes it perfect for sporty people looking to squeeze every last inch out of their personal performance.
But cryotherapy isn’t just for athletes! In fact, far from it. Many people use cryotherapy for pain relief. If you’re currently suffering from a condition such as arthritis, the cryo treatment can trigger your body to release a wave of natural pain killers. This can immediately begin to relieve pain. It can also reduce the symptoms of psychological issues such as insomnia and depression.
Who is Cryotherapy for?
The short answer is everyone! Our Romsey based cryotherapy offers a range of benefits for any person. Many athletes are now using cryo treatment to get the maximum performance. Putting the body into a protective state can help speed up recovery and increase endurance. This makes it perfect for sporty people looking to squeeze every last inch out of their personal performance.
But cryotherapy isn’t just for athletes! In fact, far from it. Many people use cryotherapy for pain relief. If you’re currently suffering from a condition such as arthritis, the cryo treatment can trigger your body to release a wave of natural pain killers. This can immediately begin to relieve pain. It can also reduce the symptoms of psychological issues such as insomnia and depression.
What Makes CryoFix Wellness Different?
We operate slightly differently than some of the other cryotherapy centres out there. As a family run business, we’re dedicated to excellent customer service paired with the very best facilities. Our expert team will take care of you throughout the process, answering any questions you may have. They’ll help make you feel totally at ease throughout your cryotherapy treatment session.
Our facilities have also been designed to make you feel totally at ease. Unlike some cryotherapy treatments that are done in large groups, we give you a dedicated chamber perfect for you and up to one other person if you wish. Alongside dedicated changing rooms, you’ll feel like you’re receiving a truly premium service. We’ll also provide all of the equipment you need!
What Makes CryoFix Wellness Different?
We operate slightly differently than some of the other cryotherapy centres out there. As a family run business, we’re dedicated to excellent customer service paired with the very best facilities. Our expert team will take care of you throughout the process, answering any questions you may have. They’ll help make you feel totally at ease throughout your cryotherapy treatment session.
Our facilities have also been designed to make you feel totally at ease. Unlike some cryotherapy treatments that are done in large groups, we give you a dedicated chamber perfect for you and up to one other person if you wish. Alongside dedicated changing rooms, you’ll feel like you’re receiving a truly premium service. We’ll also provide all of the equipment you need!
CryoFix Wellness Chambers
Our chambers are the first electric whole body cryotherapy chambers in the UK that offer the ability to cool you down to -120°c whereas all other electric chambers in the UK only offer the benefit of -80°c. Plus, our chambers offer a no wind chill effect meaning you are standing in a dry cold and don’t have fans blowing around you like most chambers do. Having fans blowing on you can actually have a negative impact on the treatment, as it encourages shivering which is your body’s natural response to try and warm you up. We actually want to cool you down so having fans blowing on you makes the treatment flawed.
The CryoFix chamber does not use any liquid nitrogen like a lot of cryotherapy treatment chambers on the market today. Liquid nitrogen, when used in high doses, creates an oxygen deficient environment. In a worst case scenario, the room could become so oxygen deficient that anyone inside could suffocate. Since nitrogen does not have an odour or a colour, individuals cannot see it. Now, all nitrogen chambers will obviously have an oxygen monitor of course but it’s just one more thing that might fail so using the CyroFix Electric chamber just irradicates all potential dangers and still offers the exact same benefit and cooling treatment of -120°c.
CryoFix Wellness Chambers
Our chambers are the first electric whole body cryotherapy chambers in the UK that offer the ability to cool you down to -120°c whereas all other electric chambers in the UK only offer the benefit of -80°c. Plus, our chambers offer a no wind chill effect meaning you are standing in a dry cold and don’t have fans blowing around you like most chambers do. Having fans blowing on you can actually have a negative impact on the treatment, as it encourages shivering which is your body’s natural response to try and warm you up. We actually want to cool you down so having fans blowing on you makes the treatment flawed.
The CryoFix chamber does not use any liquid nitrogen like a lot of cryotherapy treatment chambers on the market today. Liquid nitrogen, when used in high doses, creates an oxygen deficient environment. In a worst case scenario, the room could become so oxygen deficient that anyone inside could suffocate. Since nitrogen does not have an odour or a colour, individuals cannot see it. Now, all nitrogen chambers will obviously have an oxygen monitor of course but it’s just one more thing that might fail so using the CyroFix Electric chamber just irradicates all potential dangers and still offers the exact same benefit and cooling treatment of -120°c.
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Cryotherapy will activate your body’s natural defences called the fight or flight mode, releasing a rush of endorphins, stimulating the immune system and initiating the regeneration process in your body.
So If you are keen to improve your overall health, wellbeing or if you are just looking for alternative pain relief or weight loss, why not give Cryotherapy a go, the benefits are endless.
Our team of professional staff will provide you with all the guidance and suitable clothing for your session, all you need to do is turn up!
Book NowFrequently
Asked Questions
Take a look through our frequently asked questions regarding cryotherapy.
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How long does it last?
Cryotherapy is done in three minute sessions. During this time, your body will be exposed to temperatures as low as -120°C. This length of time provides your body with the best results.
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Is cryotherapy good for your skin?
Absolutely! In fact, many people use cryotherapy as a form of anti ageing process. Aiding with cellular regeneration, cryo treatments can help preserve your skin. It also promotes collagen production, which is what helps your skin to remain looking young.
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Can it help with your mental wellbeing?
Despite the obvious physical effects that cryotherapy can have on your health, there’s a range of mental wellbeing benefits too. Everything from depression and anxiety to insomnia and stress and fatigue. Feel better with our cryo treatment process.
