Exploring the Facts and Studies Around the Icy Frontiers of Cryotherapy

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Cold Therapy, Ice death, and everything relating to cold are what we will be discussing today. We embark on a voyage into the enigmatic realm of cold therapy, delving deep into its promised benefits, the enigmas of cryotherapy, and the compelling narrative of Justin Smith. Can the frigid touch hold the key to rejuvenation? Does cold therapy possess the latent power to invigorate our bodies and usher in newfound vitality? Join us as we embark on this expedition to uncover the myriad dimensions of cold therapy.

On February 21, 2015, Justin Smith was said to have frozen to death by Paramedics after the 25-year-old had stayed in the cold for about 12 hours but after the interference of doctors, he was resuscitated to life. This event brought about different arguments, as well as a new field of medicine where freezing bodies were used to save them, and that therapy is known as Cold Therapy.


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A lot of claims have been made about cold therapy being a lifesaver where it has been attributed to making people happier, healthier and help in extending life. Cryotherapy, harnessing the potency of cold water, ice, and even frigid nitrogen, has yielded proponents asserting transformative effects. Insights gleaned from studies weave an anecdotal tapestry of elevated well-being, amplified energy, and improved blood circulation. These positive outcomes are attributed to the elevation of mood-enhancing molecules like Beta-Endorphins, Norepinephrine, and Serotonin. Resounding testimonies echo a fervent intent to embrace this icy ritual, lured by the promises of life-altering changes.

Also, there are claims that this therapy can boost the immune system following a study on sick rats that showed that cold water exposure created stress-induced modulation of cellular immunity, causing it to release beta-endorphins and adrenocorticotropic hormone immunoreactivity. It has also been said to boost the immune system as it stands on Hormesis where stress can help with the immune system causing longevity gene activation which would help to reduce aging. Although lots of these scientific studies are early with little research about them yet people still use them anyways.

What we know about staying in the cold by science. When a person is excessively cold, there can be cellular damage in the body, uncontrolled shivering when the body is at 35 degrees Celsius, the blood vessel narrows thereby reducing blood to the skin and allowing the body to maintain its temperature, blueish lip, and slurred speech as the temperature goes down, over time in a cold area, the skin begins to exhibit frostbite where the skin freezes causing ice crystals to lead to intracellular dehydration as water leaks from the cells. Over time, the body vessels begin to vasodilate as blood goes back to the skin to warm it up thereby reducing the heat at the inner core of the body. As temperature reduces, breathing slows and coordination becomes inaccurate thereby leading to loss of consciousness. At 15 degrees, the heart can stop beating, leading to death.


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If people get into a hypothermic state quickly and flash frozen, the lethal damage to the body is escaped compared to when the body slowly gets into hypothermia. In some of the cases of people who have survived freezing, their cells become lethargic when they hit this stage which would mean that the cells would need less oxygen to function and so when their heart stops pumping, the body can still use the little it has stored, so when patients undergo extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) they are able to recover. In all this, the brain might not be safe, although in cases where people were resuscitated after a cold, their brains functioned properly.

Moreover, individuals bearing genetic polymorphism resulting in a lack of alpha-actinin-3 (ACTN-3) in their skeletal muscles exhibit a distinctive response to cold. The contraction behavior of fast-twitch muscles is altered, enabling greater endurance in frigid conditions. This peculiarity serves as a testament to the complex interplay between genetics and adaptation in the face of cold challenges.

In essence, the mystique of cold therapy beckons to be unraveled. The tale of Justin Smith, the realm of cryotherapy, and the science of cold exposure form an intricate mosaic that pushes the boundaries of our understanding. As we navigate this wintry journey, let us reflect on the wonders of our body's adaptability and the uncharted potential held within the embrace of the cold

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I have seen this therapy being applied in a lot of medical series and i have yet to read extensively on it but your introduction is enough to want me to know more, the future looks promising

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