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An example of a whole-body cryogenic chamber treatment (Chris Moody Rehabilitation Centre, Moulton, Northamptonshire), typically utilising liquid nitrogen as the coolant, with temperatures set at-110 °C to-140 °C.
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Review article on the use of Cryotherapy for recovery from exercise
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... clinical benefits are principally associated with the anti-inflammatory effect of cryotherapy as well as its pain reduction properties, which are potential mechanisms by which sports recovery can be enhanced. Participants are usually exposed to extreme cold air temperatures in two parts: a vestibule chamber in temperatures between -40 °C to -60 °C for under a minute, followed by the main chamber where temperatures range from -100 °C to -140 °C [10,11] (Figure 1). ...
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... 9,10 Of the many recovery modalities seen as common practice in RL (such as active recovery, cold water immersion, contrast water immersion, or compression garments), whole-body cryotherapy (WBC) is a largely under-researched, yet popular inclusion to rugby athletes' schedules. 8,11 WBC is a short duration (2-3 min) exposure to extreme cold air of −110°C to −180°C in temperature-controlled units, either through electric cooling systems or by means of liquid nitrogen. 12,13 Previous studies involving sport and non-sport populations have observed reduced symptoms of pain and stiffness as well as improved ratings of sleep quality, general feelings of well-being, and recovery from exercise. ...
Background and Aims
The use of whole‐body cryotherapy (WBC) for athletic recovery is becoming increasingly popular despite the lack of evidence supporting the dosage parameters in its implementation. The aim of the current study was to investigate the dose–response effects of WBC following match‐play in elite rugby league players.
Methods
We observed endocrine (salivary cortisol and testosterone) and biochemical (creatine kinase) responses following three separate post‐match recovery periods in elite rugby league players. Comparisons were made between a single exposure (3 min at −120°C to ‐−135°C) of WBC to two consecutive exposures (2 × 3 min), to a control (no exposure) during the recovery trials. Recovery characteristics were measured 36 h prematch, immediately postmatch, and 60 h postmatch.
Results
Cortisol concentrations remained unchanged in its pattern of response during the postmatch recovery periods across all WBC doses. Testosterone concentrations increased significantly (p < 0.0005) at 60 h, in the WBC2 trial. The Testosterone:Cortisol ratio increased significantly (p < 0.0005) at 60 h in the WBC2 trial, while during the WBC0 trial it did not recover to baseline levels. No significant effect on creatine kinase concentration was observed, although a statistical trend was shown in WBC2 for improved reduction of this marker at 60 h.
Conclusions
These findings suggest that two, consecutive exposures to WBC immediately following fatiguing rugby league competition appear to stimulate an increase to the anabolic endocrine profile of participants by 60 h post‐match, and may reduce the CK concentration. Coaches and athletes should consider the treatment dosage of WBC when used to optimize the desired response following a high‐stress environment.
Introduction
The effectiveness of different forms of cryotherapy and combined compression (cryo-compression) commonly used in sport to enhance recovery following exercise are not fully understood. Therefore, the exploration of protocols that use contemporary cryo-compression is warranted. The purpose of the study was to investigate the effectiveness of using a cryo-compression device to recover hamstrings eccentric strength following a fatiguing exercise.
Methods
Eighteen healthy male adult footballers were randomly allocated to receive cryo-compression or rest following a lower limb fatiguing protocol. Cryo-compression was applied for 15-minutes, target temperature of 10°C, and high intermittent pressure (5-75 mm Hg) using the Game Ready® device. Rest consisted of 15-minutes in a prone position on a plinth. To induce hamstring fatigue, participants performed the Yo-Yo intermittent fatigue test (IFT). Skin surface temperature (Tsk) and hamstring eccentric strength measures were taken at three time points; pre-IFT, immediately post-fatigue test (IPFT), and immediately post-intervention (IPI) (rest or Game Ready®). Participants returned one week later and performed the Yo-Yo IFT again and were exposed to the opposite intervention and data collection.
Results
Significant decreases in Tsk over the posterior thigh were reported for all timepoints compared to pre cryo-compression temperatures (p=<0.05). Overall data displayed no significant main effects for timepoint or condition for PT or AvT (p=<0.05). There was no timepoint x condition interaction for PT or AvT (p=<0.05). Collapse of the data by condition (CC / R) demonstrated no significant effect for time for PT or AvT (p=>0.05).
Conclusions
No significant changes in HES occurred after exposure to cryo-compression or rest applied immediately following the Yo-Yo IFT. Further investigations to maximise beneficial application of contemporary cryo-compression applications in sport are required. Multiple measures of performance over rewarming periods, within competitive training schedules after sport-specific training are required to develop optimal cooling protocols for recovery.
