Systematic reviews show cold water immersion reduces soreness and boosts 24‑hr recovery. Emerging studies suggest mood, stress and sleep benefits but evidence remains limited. Start with mild temps, ...

Cold compresses aren’t a first-line therapy for hereditary angioedema (HAE), but they may provide relief from swelling-related discomfort for some people. HAE is a rare genetic disorder that causes ...

Doctors and physical therapists often recommend hot and cold therapy to soothe the aching or stiff joints of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and to increase mobility. Together, these methods to temporarily ...

Pain can come from many sources, acute injuries, muscle tension, joint stiffness, or chronic conditions such as arthritis. When discomfort strikes, most people instinctively reach for an ice pack or a ...

Bathhouses are making a splash these days, with newbies to these relaxation havens raving about how much they help reduce stress, soothe their muscles and aid their slumber. But this isn’t your ...

Cold plunging is a form of immersive cold therapy in which you spend an extended period of time in cold water. Generally, this means water under 59 degrees for anywhere from 2–15 minutes, though there ...

Professional-grade recovery technology goes portable, bringing cryo-compression benefits to athletes beyond elite sports medicine clinics. New cryo-compression technology actively accelerates the ...