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Do you suffer from Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?

  RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS (RA) Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disorder where the body attacks its own connective tissue. The primary focus is the joints, with inflammation of the synovial membranes that line the joints, and eventually also the destruction of cartilage and bone. It is commonly systemic and can also affect other organs […]

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The science behind Whole Body Cryotherapy for pain relief

The answer is a resounding yes. In fact Whole Body Cryotherapy Treatment (WBCT) was first developed by Dr. Yamauchi in 1978 to treat pain and inflammation in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. WBCT now enjoys much more widespread use since research into how it works and its applications continues… Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBCT) is a form […]

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The new hot craze? It’s very cold

Cape Town – Celebrities are known to get hooked on the most bizarre beauty treatments to ensure they look their best when stepping out into the limelight. From Kim Kardashian’s “vampire facial” where her blood is extracted and then re-injected into her face to rejuvenate the skin, to Angelina Jolie’s caviar body treatment, many celebrities […]

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MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS – GIVE YOURSELF A COOL NEW TOOL

As a seasoned health professional, you’ll consistently find yourself looking out for ways of improving your level of patient care. With many patients wanting an alternative to pills, Local Cryotherapy (LCT) could give your practice the edge over your competitors. Local Cryotherapy is a form of treatment that involves applying nitrogen vapour to bring rapid […]

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THE SCIENCE BEHIND WBCT FOR PAIN RELIEF

Whole Body Cryotherapy (WBCT) was first developed by Dr. Yamauchi in 1978 to treat pain and inflammation in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. WBCT now enjoys much more widespread use since research into how it works and its many applications continues… WBCT is a form of therapy where the whole body is subjected to cryogenic temperatures, […]

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