Vigor Cold Plunge Contrast Therapy
You've probably heard the 'buzz' about Contrast Hydrotherapy. It involves alternating hot and cold water on your body. This practice is extremely popular among many health-conscious individuals, including professional athletes who claim it helps them recover more quickly. If you suffer from joint pain or muscle soreness, it could provide the relief you seek.
How Does it Work?
The key lies in the rapid changes it produces in your body's circulatory system each time you alternate from very warm water to frigid water.
When you submerge your body in cold water, small blood vessels react to the cold by getting smaller.
When you immerse yourself in warm water, the opposite happens. Your blood vessels open up. This is known as 'contrast therapy.'
Different water temperatures also cause changes in how fast your heart beats.Research shows that cold water causes your heart rate to speed up, while hot water slows it down.
So, how does contrast therapy help you?
When you rapidly alternate between hot-water and cold-water immersions, your blood vessels open and close in a pulsing, pump-like motion. Many people experience the following:
- Reduced Fatigue
- Decrease Muscle Soreness
- Decrease Swelling
- Removes Excess Lactic Acid
Stop by The Spa Gallery showroom for a personal demonstration of the VIGOR Cold Plunge paired with our Hot Spring Spas and TYLO Saunas