The Benefits of Localized Cryotherapy
Have you ever heard of the pain treatment called cryotherapy? Cryotherapy has become more popularly used and many people have benefited greatly from this treatment. Our chiropractor in Ronkonkoma offers this treatment in our facility and wants to inform you of how it works and how exactly it relieves your pain.
How does it work and how can it help?
Localized cryotherapy is a treatment option that targets a specific muscle region or spasm. Rather than working on the whole body, it focuses on the one area that needs it the most. Since it is focusing on one region of the body, it reduces the risk of any damage to other tissues or the skin. When performing localized cryotherapy, your medical professional uses a handheld probe that’s temperature drops to anywhere from -25 degrees F to -40 degrees F. The probe is then placed on the affected nerve, effectively freezing it. When freezing the nerve, it inactivates and in turn, reduces and relieves the painful nerve irritation. Rather than placing ice on the affected area, cryotherapy rapidly flushes the tissue of waste and fluid, which reduces inflammation and improves the range of motion.
Our chiropractor in Ronkonkoma commonly uses localized cryotherapy to treat:
· Sports injuries
· Pinched nerves
· Arthritis
· Localized joint and muscle pains
· Skin disorders
This treatment option is also recommended to be used after an injury or surgery to reduce inflammation and bruising and speed up the natural healing process. Cryotherapy also helps your blood circulations which helps eliminate toxins, therefore improving your immune system.
If you are experiencing any condition or pain and you are unaware of your treatment options, consult with your medical professional to discuss which therapy can be used for you. Our chiropractor in Ronkonkoma offers many therapeutic procedures to help treat any pain, discomfort, or condition you are experiencing.