- More than 1 billion people around the world are affected by obesity.
- Researchers from the Istituto Auxologico Piancavallo IRCCS have found that whole-body cryostimulation may be a useful add-on treatment for obesity.
- Scientists found that the treatment helped improve cholesterol and blood fat levels, reduce waist circumference, and lower blood sugar levels.
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Treatments for obesity normally include lifestyle changes such as eating healthier foods and exercising more. Additionally, doctors may prescribe
Now, researchers from the Istituto Auxologico Piancavallo IRCCS at San Giuseppe Hospital in Oggebbio, Italy argue that whole-body cryostimulation may be a useful additional treatment for obesity.
The scientists found that whole-body cryostimulation helped improve cholesterol and
This research was recently presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO) held in Dublin, Ireland.
Cryostimulation — also known as cryotherapy — is a type of treatment using extremely cold temperatures.
During whole-body cryostimulation, a person sits or stands inside an enclosed chamber. While inside, the chamber is cooled using liquid nitrogen.
Depending on the type of chamber and therapy, the temperature inside the chamber can range anywhere between -166 to -256 degrees Fahrenheit (
For years, whole-body cryostimulation has been used to help athletes
Additionally, whole-body cryostimulation is now being researched as a therapy option for conditions such as
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