Infrared saunas might be the next step in the evolution of the sauna. Two main reasons people use them are to lose weight and get rid of toxins. This article will examine how infrared saunas do that when regular steam saunas do not.
Cryotherapy is about making your body very cold. Although this might seem slightly bizarre, it's proven to help with weight loss. Cryotherapy is one of the more modern forms of therapy, having come about only recently but already showing to be highly effective.
Since the 1600s, people have used IV drips. London got its first IV drip back in the middle ages. However, people rarely used them back then because they were highly unhygienic.
Read MoreCryotherapy s a treatment that involves exposing the whole body or just areas of it to very cold temperatures, usually as low as -130 °C. As the temperature is so low, you won’t be exposed to it for long, generally, it is around 1-3 minutes. You will stand alone in an enclosure to fit your body, but your head will remain outside and not exposed to the temperature. We also offer a CryoFacial treatment, but this is not as extreme and uses a cool temperature on just the face.
You have probably heard all about lymphatic drainage massage. Celebrities are having it done, you may have seen before and after photos on Instagram, and if you have visited somewhere offering treatments, you might have seen it on their list of services. But what is lymphatic drainage about, and how can it benefit your body inside and out?
Read MoreEverybody is different, but one thing that many have in common is feeling self-conscious about a double chin. For example, some people don’t like having their photos taken because there is an extra layer of fat under the chin, and they feel it is very noticeable. If you are bothered by a double chin, then you should know that there are effective non-invasive double chin treatments available, and LondonCryo has the solution for you.
Read MoreAthletes need to keep their bodies in top shape to perform at their best. However, there will be times when they need to recover and heal any injuries. There are a lot of different routes in sports recovery, and one of the most common is physical therapy, but what about the effects of cryotherapy?
Read MoreCellulite is a normal but often upsetting skin condition. It commonly appears on the thighs, but it can develop in other areas too. The condition causes an uneven skin texture, but some treatments can reduce the appearance of cellulite. At LondonCryo, we can offer you an anti-cellulite treatment in London, and today we will discuss what is on offer.
Read MoreLymphatic drainage massage is a technique used to treat different health issues, and it can get rid of toxins in your body. The lymphatic system removes toxins by moving lymph around your body through your tissue and organs. Lymph fluid helps your body stay immune to illnesses and infections. If you do catch a cold or feel a little under the weather, it can be because your lymphatic system isn’t as strong as usual. You can give your lymphatic system a boost with a lymphatic drainage massage.
Read MoreThis blog explains the origins, the process and the benefits of whole body cryotherapy, and answers the most frequently asked questions. If you live in pain, and if the condition that causes it somehow involves inflammation, there may be NO BETTER TREATMENT for you to reduce it and to get your life back.
Read MoreWhen describing the mechanism of how Whole Body Cryotherapy can deliver so many benefits at once, we usually put circulation increase at the centre. Massive constriction of peripheral blood vessels ensures that more blood is sent to protect the core temperature from falling while inside the extreme cryo cabin environment. Post-session, dilation causes a flash back to the skin and extremities…
Read MoreAmidst the increasing trend towards holistic, powered by nature wellness and preventing illness rather than medicating the way out of it, COLD (cold showers, wild swimming in chilly water, ice baths, and whole-body cryotherapy using brief exposures to extremely cold air) are quite quickly becoming the most widely discussed topics in the world of health, wellbeing, and fitness.
Read MoreAt LondonCryo we offer many treatments for wellness and recovery. One of our popular treatments is lymphatic drainage and it is asked about quite a lot. Today we are going to take a look at the treatment in more detail, in particular the effects it has on hormonal acne.
Read MoreYou have probably heard of IV drips, especially if you follow celebrity news, as these treatments are a favourite amongst A-Listers. Whether you have a bad hangover, are feeling burnt out, or you want to keep the flu virus at bay, then these drips are said to be just what you need. But the question is do they really work and do IV drips boost your immune system?
Read MoreKnee pain… whether it stems from an old injury or is caused by wear and tear as you get older, the truth is, living with knee pain can sometimes feel unbearable. It is debilitating and undeniably annoying at times. Trust me, we know! As knees continue to weaken and cause more pain, there will always be the option of knee surgery. This is usually expensive and can lead to months of physical therapy – and sometimes with no guarantee that you’ll return to your active lifestyle.
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