Tag - cold

Cold Immersion Therapy, also known as cold water immersion (CWI), cold therapy, is a therapeutic technique that involves exposing the body to cold temperatures, typically through immersion in water at temperatures below 15°C (59°F). This practice can range from full-body immersion in ice baths or cold water pools to localised application of cold through ice packs or cold towels.

The Wim Hof Method is a holistic wellness practice developed by Wim Hof, a Dutch athlete nicknamed the "Iceman". This comprehensive approach to health and well-being combines three fundamental pillars: controlled breathing techniques, gradual cold exposure, and cultivation of mindset.

Cryotherapy, derived from the Greek words "cryo" meaning cold and "therapeia" meaning cure, is the therapeutic application of extreme cold temperatures to the body, either locally or systemically.