Whole-Body Cryotherapy

Whole-body cryotherapy uses a specialised chamber to expose the body to very cold, dry air for a short, controlled period. It is most commonly used in recovery and sports settings rather than as a treatment for a specific disease.

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Whole-Body Cryotherapy at The Longevity Clinic

How it works

A clinically considered approach

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Short controlled exposure

The body is exposed to a very cold environment for a brief period under staff supervision.

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Recovery & soreness

Research suggests whole-body cryotherapy may help reduce short-term exercise-related soreness and may influence some inflammatory markers, although results vary between studies.

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Wellbeing support

Some people use cryotherapy as part of a broader recovery routine. Evidence for wider longevity, metabolic or disease-prevention claims remains limited.

What to expect

Your pathway

1. Suitability checkHealth history and relevant risk factors are reviewed before the first session.

2. PreparationAppropriate protective clothing is used and staff explain the chamber process.

3. Cryotherapy sessionThe exposure is brief and monitored, with the ability to stop if you feel uncomfortable.

4. Recovery planSessions can be considered alongside exercise, sleep, nutrition and other recovery interventions.

Clinical context

Suitability matters.

Whole-body cryotherapy is not appropriate for everyone and very cold exposure carries risks, including cold injury in poorly controlled settings. The clinic would screen for relevant contraindications and present cryotherapy primarily as a recovery and wellbeing service without overstating benefits that are not well established.