Cryotherapy is the practice of using cold temperatures to support healing and wellness and dates back to ancient civilizations. Whole body cryotherapy is the modern application and stimulates the same rejuvenating and recovery benefits at a whole new level of cold in just three minutes.

​The cryo sauna uses nitrogen gas to lower the client’s skin surface and keeps it that way for 2-3 minutes. The skin reacts to the cold and sends messages to the brain that stimulates the body to go into survival mode (fight or flight) by shunting blood from the extremities to the core where the blood is enriched with oxygen, enzymes and nutrients. As the body re-warms, this nutrient rich blood is pushed back to the extremities. Enriched blood promotes internal organ regeneration, expels toxins from subcutaneous layers, initiates cell renewal process, triggers replacement of damaged cells and eliminates dead cells from peripheral tissues. Or simply put, it is rejuvenation of the body at the cellular level.

Whole body cryotherapy is similar to an ice bath in that it is a cold therapy. There are key differences. A whole body cryotherapy session is a maximum of three-minutes and an ice-bath is a maximum of twenty-minutes. Cryotherapy is a dry, painless cold; and an ice-bath, at a minimum, is uncomfortable. Whole body cryotherapy cold only penetrates the top layers of skin; an ice bath penetrates into the muscles and joints which introduces the potential for tissue damage and the potential to lower the body’s core temperature. Whole body cryotherapy cold dissipates quickly; ice bath cold dissipates gradually.

Cryotherapy can be as frequent as daily and many find the daily routine provides the most consistent results. However, we have found that at least two to three sessions per week has provided great results as well. While every cryo session can be beneficial, we recommend our regular clients consider one of our packages that will get you 12-20 sessions over the course of a month. As a maintenance program, we suggest that this series be repeated every three months. Professional athletes will often have up to two sessions a day to help achieve peak performance with a minimum of 5 hours in between.

Yes. In fact, it is recommended. If you work out before your exposure, you can expect greater recovery due to the inflammation reduction. You just need to be dry by the time you step into our sauna. If you work-out after your exposure, you can expect a higher pain tolerance, more energy and greater flexibility.

The following conditions are contraindications to whole body cryotherapy: Pregnancy, severe Hypertension (BP> 180/100), acute or recent myocardial infarction, unstable angina pectoris, arrhythmia, symptomatic cardiovascular disease, cardiac pacemaker, peripheral arterial occlusive disease, venous thrombosis, acute or recent cerebrovascular accident, uncontrolled seizures, Raynaud’s Syndrome, fever, tumor disease, symptomatic lung disorders, bleeding disorders, severe anemia, infection, cold allergy (being allergic to cold), acute kidney and urinary tract diseases. *Any client with a recent history (within the last six months) of cardiac disease or episodes will be required to have a physician’s statement clearing them to try whole body cryotherapy.

Yes. Although the cryotherapy triggers normal body responses to cold, ours are only designed for an adult-sized body. It cannot hurt children, yet they are simply too small for our cryo sauna. We recommend clients be at least 16 years old with parental consent. For those clients who are between 14-15 years old, both a physician’s release and parental consent form are required.

Results can vary dependent on the individual and we cannot guarantee that any of our clients will see specific results, however we can tell you that you’ll likely feel great right away. Usually our clients experience a release of endorphins, the body’s natural mood elevator, a lift that can last for several hours. Depending on your physical condition, you may feel immediate relief from joint and muscle pain, improved energy, and increased flexibility that can last for several hours or even days. Again, we really suggest a minimum of 3 visits in one week to gauge your body’s reaction to this amazing therapy!

CRYO T-SHOCK is a revolutionary device, awarded at Gicare Exhibition in Paris, as well as for the technological and therapeutic innovations introduced in the field of Rehabilitation and Aesthetic Medicine. In only one product, without using gas, ice or other substances dispersed in the environment, CRYO T-SHOCK offers the cryogenic and thermal performances individually or alternately apply, to create thermal shocks from cold and warm provoking therapeutic benefits that the only application of cold cannot provoke.

​Cryo T-Shock first warms the skin improving the skins permeability and micro-circulation of tissues. Next a very rapid cooling of the tissue causes a thermal shock that destroy fat cells, which are then eliminated by natural means.

Yes, you may. The Cryo Sauna door is held by a magnet and never locked. You may step out at any time. The Cryo Sauna is open to the top, and your head is raised above the level of the upper rim of the cabin. Clients who suffer from claustrophobia report that they are comfortable in both devices.

 If you are pregnant (however, nursing mothers are welcome) or have one of the following conditions, you should not use Whole Body Cryotherapy: Severe hypertension (blood pressure greater 180/100), acute or recent myocardial infarction, unstable angina pectoris, arrhythmia, symptomatic cardiovascular disease, cardiac pacemaker, peripheral arterial occlusive disease, venous thrombosis, acute or recent cerebrovascular accident, uncontrolled seizures, Raynaud’s Syndrome, fever, tumor disease, symptomatic lung disorders, bleeding disorders, severe anemia, infection, cold allergy, acute kidney or urinary tract diseases.

Note* guests younger than 18 years old require parental consent.

No, you don’t. This procedure is absolutely dry and does not make your skin wet. You can continue about your day and enjoy all of the benefits of cryotherapy immediately after your treatment.

Yes, as Cryo Planet’s highest priority is its guests’ health. Cryo Planet has used over 30 years of research in Whole Body Cryotherapy in order to perfect the treatment process and provide the highest quality client experience.

Before a session, Cryo Planet takes every guests’ blood pressure and asks several medical history questions. Additionally, Cryo Planet provides all of its guests with packages that contain cotton gloves and socks that protect the body’s more temperature-sensitive tissues such as hands and feet. Additionally, moisture-stripping wipes are provided to remove any sweat or lotion from our guests’ body before entering the Cryo Sauna.

The nitrogen mist used to cool the Cryo Sauna is the same nitrogen that makes up 78% of the air we breathe. Cryo Planet Chill-Out Specialists adjust the height of the platform before every session to ensure all of our guests are able to breathe fresh air and speak during their session. For added safety, all treatment rooms are equipped with an oxygen monitor that will alert guests if oxygen levels ever fall below 15%.

A Cryo Sauna is a metal chamber that conceals your body from the neck down and is equipped with a door and a platform that adjusts to your height.

The Cryo Sauna emits a nitrogen mist and creates cold air that quickly lowers your external skin’s temperature in less than 60 seconds.

For two-and-half to three minutes, you slowly turn while in the cabin so that the subzero air evenly envelops your body.

Developed in Japan in 1978 for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Whole Body Cryotherapy has been used in Europe for more than three decades and in the United States for the last decade.

Medical journals detail the effects and subsequent benefits of whole body cryotherapy. In the United States, Whole Body Cryotherapy is considered a non-medical, holistic solution.

Yes, a distinct advantage of cryotherapy over an ice bath treatment is that the muscle tissues do not actually freeze and thus does not require time to rest. Ten minutes of light exercise post cryotherapy will actually induce more rapid vasodilation of the vessels and capillaries which increases blood flow to the tissues that need it most.

There are minimal risks associated with Whole Body Cryotherapy , given all of our Chill-Out Specialists have been certified to operate the Cryo Saunas. Cryo Planet provides all guests with packages that contain fresh cotton gloves and socks that protect the more temperature-sensitive extremities such as your hands and feet, which eliminates the risk of frost bite.

Additionally, moisture-stripping wipes are provided to remove any moisture or lotion from our guests’ body before entering the Cryo Sauna, which prevents rashes or freezer burn. Fluctuations in blood pressure during the procedure by up to 10 points systolically can occur but reverses after the procedure is finished, as peripheral circulation returns to normal. Additionally, guests may experience some redness on their skin, but this will subside shortly after the treatment.

Cryo Planet recommends that you come seven consecutive days each month to experience the maximum recovery benefits. After those seven consecutive days have been completed, your treatments should be spaced further apart to maintain and improve on your results (once every week). The usage depends upon your reasons for utilizing Cryotherapy .

Your external skin temperature warms up within five minutes of exiting the Cryo Sauna. The immediate effects from each session typically last for six to eight hours. Cryotherapy stimulates the body to release endorphins, which are the hormones that make you feel good and energetic. Most clients report a better night’s sleep after just one session!

Dry socks with a slipper/sandal for the feet, light cotton gloves for the hands and a dry undergarment. This is to protect your extremities from any potential damage from the extreme temperatures.

No, nitrogen is a friendly, non-toxic gas found in our own atmosphere; nitrogen is as common and safe as oxygen.

Yes, cold therapy has been proven to aid in recovery for over thirty years; the new benefits being found for cold therapy as an actual health treatment can be found in many medical journals. However, cold therapy is considered a holistic approach and is not covered by major insurance providers.*

No. Where an ice bath has direct contact with the skin and can be painful, cryotherapy is a dry, indirect contact. Due to the session only being three minutes max, the session is very tolerable. Towards the end of the session, you may get a ‘pins and needles’ sensation which disappears immediately after the treatment.

Cryotherapy is a dry, cold process, so upon checking into your appointment, you will enter a changing room and disrobe. Cryo Planet provides both gloves and socks for our clients to ensure no residual moisture is touching the skin. Gentlemen are required to wear undergarments, and everyone is required to wear the socks and gloves provided by Cryo Planet.

Cryo Planet is open seven days a week; we want our customers to know that their wellness and health goals are our number one priority.