Frequently Asked Questions
What is cryotherapy?
The local or general use of cold temperatures in medical therapy.
Cryotherapy decreases the temperature of tissue surfaces to minimise, hypoxic cell death, oedema accumulation, and muscle spasm, which ultimately alleviates discomfort and inflammation.
What is ATP?
Adenosine Triphosphate can stimulate the activity of immune cells such as T cells, which help to fight infection and promote healing.
Does treatment require time off?
You should continue as your vet has advised with any rehabilitation programme. However, exercise and training can resume.
What temperature is achieved?
The temperature of the chamber achieves lows of -20°c to -23°c.
Will my horse be stressed?
Horses tolerate the environment well, most become relaxed afterwards, often travelling home more quietly if generally unsettled.
This is because of the endorphic effect cryotherapy has.