If you’re suffering from pain and discomfort or want to improve your athletic performance, Dr. Pete Lazarnick "Dr. Pete" offers ice pack cryotherapy in Carrollton, GA to provide the results you desire.
What Is Ice Pack Cryotherapy?
Ice pack therapy or cryotherapy is a form of therapy you’re likely already familiar with. If you’ve ever experienced an injury, you’ve probably heard of the R.I.C.E. method of treatment. This includes rest, ice, compression, and elevation, which are used to help reduce swelling, pain, and inflammation.
Most often, icing an area is thought of as the first line of defense, but it can do much more than address the initial pain and suffering. When applying cold to an affected area, many different things happen.
- It helps numb painful areas.
- It provides cooling relief to soft tissues, which can decrease inflammation.
- It constricts the blood vessels and reduces the nerves’ activity in the area.
All of this leads to reduced swelling and discomfort while aiding in the body’s recovery.
What Is Cryotherapy Used For?
Ice therapy has been used as a treatment for isolated areas for a long time to treat a variety of issues, such as:
- Sprains
- Arthritis symptoms
- Runner’s knee
- Tendonitis
- Back, shoulder, and neck pain
- Sports and auto accident injuries
- Myofascial pain and trigger points
- Bursitis
- Post-op care
While cryotherapy is still used for such conditions, it has more recently begun to be used as a full-body treatment. This whole-body technique is effective in helping athletes recover after workouts and events. It’s also a great treatment for ongoing pain associated with medical conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis.
How to Add Cryotherapy to Your Care Routine
There are many ways in which to use ice pack cryotherapy in Carrollton, GA, which depends on your needs and your goals for treatment. For instance, someone recovering from an injury will need to implement it differently than someone who is aiming to recover more quickly after a workout.
As such, the best way to implement cryotherapy is through the guidance and recommendation of Dr. Pete. After an evaluation and discussion of your concerns and symptoms, Dr. Pete will provide you with specific recommendations for cryotherapy as well as other treatments to help.
To learn more about how ice pack cryotherapy can benefit you in Carrollton, GA, schedule an appointment with Dr. Pete at (770) 832-2226.