Localised Cryotherapy
Localised cryotherapy is a targeted treatment that delivers extremely cold
temperatures to specific areas of the body to reduce pain, inflammation,
and swelling. Unlike whole-body cryotherapy, it focuses only on
the affected region rather than the entire body.
How does localised cryotherapy work?
Localised cryotherapy involves the use of a handheld device to direct a controlled
stream of sub-zero air onto a specific area of the body. This targeted application of cold can help to:
- Reduce pain and inflammation
Exposure to cold constricts blood vessels, limiting blood flow to the targeted area. This helps to decrease inflammation and block pain signals.
- Improve range of motion
Reducing pain and swelling can enhance flexibility and restore mobility in the affected area, making movement easier and more comfortable.
- Promote healing
By minimising inflammation and enhancing circulation after treatment, localised cryotherapy can support and accelerate the body’s natural healing processes.
- Aid in post-surgical recovery
Localised cryotherapy can help control post-operative swelling and discomfort, promoting a quicker and smoother return to normal activity.
Clinical Applications
Localised cryotherapy is an effective treatment for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Sports injuries – Helps relieve pain and inflammation associated with sprains, strains, and muscle soreness.
- Post-surgical recovery –Aids in reducing swelling and discomfort following surgical procedures, supporting faster rehabilitation.
- Chronic pain conditions – Beneficial for managing ongoing conditions such as tendinitis, bursitis, and other soft tissue inflammations.
- Skin conditions – Can be used to manage various dermatological issues, including inflammatory skin conditions, eczema and rosacea
Key differences between localised
and whole-body cryotherapy:
Targeted vs Whole-body:
Localised cryotherapy treats a specific area, while whole-body cryotherapy exposes the entire body to cold.
Treatment duration:
Localised sessions typically last 5–10 minutes, whereas whole-body cryotherapy sessions are usually 3–4 minutes long.
Benefits:
- Localised cryotherapy focuses on targeted pain relief, inflammation reduction, and tissue healing, whereas whole-body cryotherapy may offer broader systemic benefits such as increased energy and metabolic stimulation.
Session Duration and Pricing
Please allow approximately 20 minutes for a local cryotherapy appointment.
The actual treatment time will vary depending on the area being treated
—for example, 2 x 2-minute applications for a wrist or 2 x 4-minute applications for a hip.
- Single body part treatment:
£30
- Additional body part:
£15 per extra area treated
- Combined Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBC) and Local Cryotherapy session:
£50
Packages offer best value for multiple sessions. Contact us to discuss your needs.
Poole
UNIT 26 GLENMORE BUSINESS CENTRE, FANCY ROAD, POOLE, BH12 4FB
Clinic Opening Hours:
- Monday:
10am - 2pm
- Tuesday:
10am - 2pm
- Wednesday:
16:30pm – 19:30pm
- Thursday:
CLOSED
- Friday:
10am - 2pm
- Saturday:
10am - 1pm
- Sunday:
10am - 1pm
Glasgow
UNIT 52, ANNIESLAND INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, 242 NETHERTON ROAD, GLASGOW, G13 1BJ
Clinic Opening Hours:
- Monday:
10:30am - 1pm
- Tuesday:
CLOSED
- Wednesday:
5pm – 7:30pm
- Thursday:
CLOSED
- Friday:
12pm – 2:30pm
- Saturday:
10am – 12:30pm
- Sunday:
10am – 12:30pm
For standard online bookings of available Localised Cryotherapy slots: