Cold Water Therapy: soak in cold water or ice

How good is it after exercise?

I've seen pictures of athletes soaking in the tub.

Filled with ice? Wondering why he had to sit there shivering?

Today we will look at how good it is to soak in cold water.

Benefits of soaking in cold water

Reducing muscle soreness after exercise (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness; DOMS), increasing the body's metabolism (Metabolism).

lowering body temperature from excessive heat

(Exercise–induced hyperthermia), which may be followed by heatstroke or heat exhaustion.

Improves mood, speeds up recovery after exercise and reduces inflammation (Inflam matory cytokine) production.

The study found that

Cold water baths after exercise are beneficial after high-intensity exercise as they reduce post-workout muscle soreness and increase muscle recovery.

The temperature used will be 10 degrees Celsius for 10-12 minutes.

But not everyone is suitable for freezing water.

Especially those with congenital disease such as vascular disease.

People with abnormal temperature perception

Therefore, soaking in very cold water is another option.

For those who are looking for a way to restore the body after exercise.

Exercise other than the original

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May Clinic page, a runner's clinic by Dr. May of Dr. Samitda Sangkhapho, a medical specialist in the field

Regenerative Medicine

Tell me the advantages of soaking in cold water or soaking in ice clearly.

And of course very useful to those who

General or vigorous exercise

However, "Doctor May" emphasized that

Cold water or ice baths cannot be done for everyone because there are limitations in those with vascular disease and their perception of temperature.

Therefore, for precaution and safety

who is not sure

You should consult your doctor first.

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