Contrast therapy is a type of hydrotherapy where you expose a part of your body or entire body to alternating temperatures. This typically involves exposure to hot and then cold water. This simple yet interesting approach has been used for centuries to relieve pain, reduce inflammation and speed up recovery. These recovery benefits are the…
Cold plunging is a practice where you immerse your body in cold water for a short period. This practice is gaining popularity because many celebrities, athletes, and wellness enthusiasts endorse it for its benefits on recovery, mental clarity, and well-being. Cold plunging is not a new idea. People in Nordic countries have used cold water…
Have you ever tried a cold plunge or a cold shower? If you have, you probably noticed a quick lift in your mood and felt a wave of happiness. Even if you haven’t tried cold plunging yourself, you’ve probably heard athletes and celebrities talk about how this wellness practice helps reduce stress and improve mood….
Introduction Cold plunging or cold water immersion is a centuries-old practice that is very popular in many cultures around the world. Some use it as a tool to improve physical health, while others practice it for mental health benefits. However, one benefit of cold plunging that has been much discussed recently is its ability to…
Introduction Cold plunging, or cold water immersion, is a wellness practice that uses cold to produce many changes in the body. The changes from cold influences the physiological and psychological systems of the body. As a result, a person experiences a wide range of health benefits. Among many health benefits, a prominent benefit of a…
A sauna is a small, wooden, heated room that is specially designed to make you sweat. The temperature of a sauna is typically very high, and the humidity can vary depending on the type of sauna. Some saunas are dry, while others, like steam rooms, have more moisture. Sauna is a centuries-old practice, and people…
Ice baths are a type of cryotherapy or cold therapy that recently gained significant popularity in the wellness world. Athletes and wellness enthusiasts have played a major role in the popularity of this practice. Cold water therapy benefits athletes by helping them recover and boosting their physical and mental performance. Other people use cold water…
Anxiety is a feeling of worry, fear, or unease that disturbs the quality of life of millions. There are many medical treatment options to improve anxiety, but they may not be feasible for everyone. Some people dealing with anxiety seek out wellness practices, from meditation to exercise, in hopes of finding relief. One effective method…
Cryotherapy is a treatment technique in which the body is exposed to cold temperatures for therapeutic effects. This treatment approach is effective for reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and improving recovery. While cryotherapy offers significant health benefits, these benefits come with a cost of risks. Cryotherapy can cause side effects such as skin irritation, frostbite, or…