Local cryotherapy
Advantages of local cryotherapy application:
1. Precise targeting of the therapy: The Zimmer MedizineSysteme local cryotherapy is designed to enable precise application of cold to specific areas of the body, thus achieving maximum effectiveness and faster pain relief.
2. Safe and effective performance: Our device is equipped with advanced technology that ensures safe and controlled cold application, further minimizing the risk of adverse effects.
3. Immediate effect: Thanks to the immediate reduction of inflammation and swelling, the healing and regeneration process is accelerated, which is ideal for example for athletes or patients after surgery or injuries.
4. Speed of treatment: The procedure usually takes only 3 to 10 minutes, which allows for a quick treatment without the need for a long recovery or waiting time.
Main indications:
1. Sports injuries: dislocations, strained muscles, torn tendons and other acute sports injuries.
2. Chronic pain: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and other long-term inflammatory diseases.
3. Postoperative rehabilitation: reducing swelling and inflammation after surgical procedures.
4. Muscle and joint pain: fibromyalgia, myalgia and tendinitis.
5. Tendon and ligament inflammation: bursitis, tendinopathy and other soft tissue inflammatory conditions.
6. Local swelling: edema caused by trauma or surgery.
7. Skin and superficial injuries: Improving healing in minor superficial injuries or scars.
These indications show the wide use of local cryotherapy in the treatment and prevention of various types of pain and inflammation.
Contraindications:
1. Raynaud's phenomenon: This condition, which causes abnormal reactions to cold, can be aggravated by cryotherapy.
2. Cold allergy: Persons with cold urticaria or other forms of cold allergy should avoid this therapy.
3. Cardiovascular disease: For people with cardiovascular problems, extreme cold can lead to dangerous changes in blood pressure.
4. Severe circulatory disorders: Patients with disorders such as severe peripheral arterial disease should not undergo cryotherapy because of the risk of inadequate blood supply to the tissues.
5. Open wounds or infections: Applying cryotherapy to open wounds or infected areas can worsen the condition and slow healing.
6. Sensory disorders: people with sensory disorders (e.g. neuropathy) should avoid cryotherapy as they may not be able to perceive the intensity of the cold correctly, which increases the risk of tissue damage.
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FAQs
How does local cryotherapy work?
Local cryotherapy is a treatment method that uses the application of extremely low temperatures to a specific area of the body. This process consists of short-term exposure to very cold air, thus achieving a range of benefits such as reduced pain or swelling, faster regeneration, etc.
What are the advantages of cryotherapy over other methods?
Benefits include immediate reduction or stopping of pain and inflammation, the ability to intervene immediately after injury or surgery, accelerated tissue regeneration, removal of waste substances and many more.
For what cases is cryotherapy used for?
Local cryotherapy is effective in the treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain, post-traumatic and post-surgical conditions, swelling, muscle contractures, tendon pain, etc. It is also generally used in sports medicine or aesthetic procedures.
How quickly will I feel pain relief?
Pain relief after local cryotherapy is often immediate or comes on very quickly after the procedure. Many patients report that the sensation of relief begins within minutes of application and can persist for several hours to days, depending on the severity and nature of the problem being treated.
How long does 1 application take? How many times do I have to come in?
The duration ofone treatment application ranges from 3-10 minutes depending on the diagnosis and size of the treated area. It is performed either alone or as part of an hour-long therapy. It is often recommended to have 3 to 5 sessions per week for optimal results. The total number of sessions can be around 10, depending on the individual patient's response to therapy and specific needs.
Is local cryotherapy safe?
Yes, local cryotherapy is considered a safe method of treatment that has minimal side effects.
Does local cryotherapy have side effects?
Local cryotherapy is generally considered a safe procedure, but as with any treatment, there may be some side effects. These effects are usually mild and temporary. If there are any concerns, it is important to consult with the treating therapist.
What are the contraindications to local cryotherapy?
Local cryotherapy is generally safe, but there are certain contraindications that need to be taken into account. The main ones include cold allergy, Raynaud's phenomenon, infections and open wounds, cardiovascular disease. Before starting local cryotherapy, it is important to consult everything with the therapist.