The Effectiveness of Cryotherapy in Post-Exercise Recovery
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Cryotherapy has gained popularity as a recovery method for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. This paper evaluates the effectiveness of cryotherapy in post-exercise recovery by analyzing its physiological effects, benefits, and limitations. The study explores different forms of cryotherapy, including whole-body cryotherapy (WBC) and localized cryotherapy, and their impact on muscle soreness, inflammation, and overall performance. A review of existing literature and empirical studies is presented to determine the efficacy of cryotherapy in enhancing recovery and reducing muscle damage.
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Sinha, B. (2024). The Effectiveness of Cryotherapy in Post-Exercise Recovery. Innovations in Sports Science, 1(4), 1–4. https://doi.org/10.36676/iss.v1.i4.18
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