cold plunge therapy
Mind. Body. Resilience.
Cold plunge therapy is a technique where the body is submerged in chilled water, also known as cold-water immersion. The water is chilled 50°F and 59°F (10°C to 15°C) allowing for accelerated full body recovery.
Depending on the demographic of the patient and level of experience, the “plunge” ranges from 1 to 5 minutes. During this time, it’s important to control your breathing, focusing on breathing from deep in the belly while also relaxing the muscles and keeping the body moving. The coldness of the water will make your body tense up, so patients are encouraged to wiggle their fingers, move their toes and feet, and roll their neck and shoulders.
benefits of cold plung:
Lowers inflammation
Promotes blood circulation
Delays muscle soreness
Increases mood
Decreases stress
Builds resilience
Encourages mental state by putting the body in an uncomfortable, but controlled, situation
Ready to Jump in?
At RecoverRX KC, we utilize cold plunge as part of a well rounded plan specifically designed to your needs. If you’re recovering from an injury, building stamina as an athlete, or just want to make your body feel it’s best, we can help reach your goals!
Contact us to see hold cold plunge therapy can fit into your recovery journey.