Localised cryotherapy treatment is a non-invasive treatment, which uses sub-zero temperatures to target specific areas of the body.
The treatment is used to:
A cold stream of nitrogen is applied to the area being treated, constricting the blood vessels to reduce inflammation. The skin on the area being treated will also simultaneously benefit from the production of collagen.
This depends upon the condition being treated, but typically several sessions are required, as many as 5 to 10.
Around 15 minutes per area.
No, patients experience a cooling sensation which some may find mildly uncomfortable.
Yes. It is non-invasive, FDA approved and different forms of this treatment have been used by Doctors for many years (for example to remove verrucas).
Some patients experience minor, temporary symptoms such as numbness, tingling, redness or irritation.
No recovery time is needed.
Most patients immediately see an improvement in inflammation and pain, but sometimes several sessions are required.
Depending upon the condition being treated, the result may be permanent (for example healing wounds), whereas recurring conditions may need future treatment.