'Medical University Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov - Varna'
Doi
Abstract
Cryotherapy is a method of treatment used in hospitals and cosmetic centers around the world. Low temperature treatment has been applied since ancient times. Today this is done through the use of a modern apparatus.The point of this report is to sum up information regarding the introduction, evolution and application of cold therapy as a treatment for different illnesses, reinforcing of the immune system and aesthetic procedures.Materials and Methods:Accessible literature has been studied, as well as scientific studies analyzing the benefits on joint diseases, surgery, dermatology, and immune strengthening procedures.Results:The benefits of cryotherapy have been tested many times with the results showing a high effectiveness in a wide spectrum of illnesses. Clinical studies show that cold therapy has a pain relieving and anti-inflammatory effects in acute or chronic traumatic conditions. It lowers the temperature of tissues, blood flow decreases in the treated area, and the pain receptors become less sensitive.Conclusion:Cryotherapy can be successfully incorporated with other physiotherapeutic procedures, medications, and immunoprophylaxis
