Hands of hope NY
Cryotherapy
Ice Massage
Here at Hands of Hope Physical Therapy, we utilize ice massage cryotherapy, which are a form of cryotherapy that allows you to place gentle pressure on the area of pain and inflammation.
The ice reduces both pain sensations and blood flow, while the gentle rotating movement helps mobilize the soft tissue in the same way as a regular massage.
The ultimate aim of cryotherapy is to reduce the skin temperature by 10 to 15 degrees F. If used correctly, cryotherapy is analgesic (pain-relieving) and provides rapid constriction of blood vessels with only a minimal risk of injury.