Cryotherapy FAQs

What is cryotherapy?​

Cryotherapy is a cutting-edge wellness treatment that exposes your body to extremely cold air (around –80°F to –130°F) for 2–3 minutes. This stimulates circulation, reduces inflammation, supports recovery, and boosts endorphins.

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What is the difference between whole-body electric cryotherapy and nitrogen cryotherapy?​

Whole-body electric cryotherapy and nitrogen cryotherapy both use extreme cold to help reduce inflammation, speed recovery, and boost overall wellness—but the way they cool your body is very different.

 

• Nitrogen cryotherapy (the older method) uses liquid nitrogen gas to create cold air. With nitrogen, the cooling is localized, the chamber is open at the top, and your head typically stays outside the unit. Some clients find the nitrogen vapor harder to breathe around, and the temperature can be less evenly distributed.

• Whole-body electric cryotherapy (what we use at Baja Beach Wellness) uses advanced electrically-cooled air circulated evenly around your entire body, including your head. This provides a safer, more consistent, and more effective experience.

 

 

Fun Fact: Baja Beach Wellness was one of the first wellness centers in the U.S. to install Trident Cryotherapy’s 3-Fan Whole Body Cryo chambers, some of the most advanced cryotherapy equipment available on the market today.

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What makes cryotherapy at Baja Beach Wellness different from cold plunging and other cold therapies?

While cold plunges and ice baths can provide benefits, whole-body cryotherapy at Baja Beach Wellness is a more advanced, consistent, and effective option. Cold plunges use water immersion, which typically cools the skin to around 50°F, while our Trident 3-Fan Whole Body Electric Cryotherapy chambers use subzero, oxygen-rich air to safely and evenly expose your entire body (including the head) to temperatures as low as –130°F for just 2–3 minutes.

 

This rapid, full-body cooling triggers a stronger physiological response—boosting circulation, releasing endorphins, reducing inflammation, and accelerating recovery—without the discomfort, sanitation concerns, or long soak time of an ice bath. That’s why athletes, high performers, and everyday wellness seekers choose cryotherapy as the next level of cold therapy.

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What are the benefits of cryotherapy?

• Faster muscle recovery after workouts

• Reduced joint pain & inflammation

• Boosted energy and metabolism

• Enhanced skin appearance & collagen stimulation

• Improved sleep and mood

• Pain Relief

• Muscle Recovery

• Reducing Cortisol (stress hormone)

• Increasing Norepinephrine (focus & alertness)

• Releasing Endorphins

• Enhancing Athletic Performance

• Reducing Inflammation

• Improving Circulatory Function

• Improving Sleep Quality

• Burning Calories

• Immune System Support​

• Reducing Anxiety Symptoms

• Reducing Depression symptoms

• Flushing Toxins​​

• Elevating Your Mood​​

• Decrease Stretch Mark Appearance

• Relieving Hangovers​

• Reduce Cellulite Appearance

 

 

 

Is cryotherapy safe?

​Yes! When performed under proper guidance, cryotherapy is considered safe for most healthy adults. A review published in the NIH’s National Library of Medicine found that whole-body cryotherapy is generally well-tolerated and can be safely integrated into recovery programs.

 

At Baja Beach Wellness, our trained Wellness Experience Specialists follow strict safety protocols. Sessions are short (just 2–3 minutes) and clients are provided with protective gear such as gloves, socks, and footwear. Those with certain conditions—like pregnancy, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or severe heart disease—should consult their doctor before treatment.

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Does Cryotherapy really work?

Yes. Whole-body cryotherapy has been shown in clinical studies to reduce inflammation, improve recovery, and boost overall wellness. For example, research published in the European Journal of Medical Research highlighted both the benefits and safety considerations of cryotherapy when administered properly. Other studies, like one in Frontiers in Physiology, have found whole-body cryotherapy can support athletic recovery, reduce soreness, and stimulate faster healing compared to passive rest.

 

At Baja Beach Wellness, we use Trident 3-Fan Whole Body Electric Cryotherapy chambers—some of the most advanced systems in the U.S.—to ensure consistent, full-body results that are both safe and effective.

 

 

What does a cryotherapy session feel like?​

Most clients describe it as a refreshing “cold rush”. The treatment is short (just a few minutes) and your body quickly warms back up after stepping out. Many people feel energized right away.

 

 

How many cryotherapy sessions do I need?​

Results vary by person and wellness goals. Some feel benefits after just one session, while others do 2–3 sessions per week for consistent recovery, weight management, and performance enhancement.

 

 

How much does cryotherapy cost?​

Cryotherapy is available as part of our membership plans or as a single session. Many clients choose memberships for the best value. 

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How do I prepare for my first cryotherapy session?

• Wear dry clothing, closed toed shoes and socks

• Remove any metal jewelry

• Our team will provide protective gloves, masks, and earmuffs

• Most guests enjoy listening to music during their session - bring Bluetooth headphones or earbuds & jam out to your favorite "cryo song"!

• Sessions take only a few minutes—easy to fit into your day!

 

 

 

Where can I try cryotherapy in Berks County?​

Baja Beach Wellness offers Whole Body Electric Cryotherapy at all four of our Berks County wellness locations: Wyomissing, Sinking Spring, Exeter/Mt. Penn, and Laureldale.

Walk in or book your session today!

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