ICE COLD BATHS or CRYOTHERAPY? Discover the differences!

Cryotherapy involves exposure to extremely low temperatures, generally between -85 and -100 degrees Celsius, with the use of liquid nitrogen to cool the air and the exposure time is short. When immersing in cold water, the water is around 4 degrees Celsius, lasting approximately 3 to 4 minutes (depending on the practitioner's level of experience) providing direct contact with the skin, which is more effective in transferring heat.

Furthermore, cryotherapy is complex and expensive, requiring specialized facilities, space and liquid nitrogen. On the other hand, cold water immersion baths, such as LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE can easily be set up in your home.

Both therapies can offer similar benefits, such as improving the immune system, increasing blood circulation, supporting mental health, reducing pain and swelling, increasing energy, and even improving skin health. However, it is undeniable that immersion in cold water is more practical and accessible for home use.

LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE is a piece of equipment completely designed and developed for domestic users who want to regularize their practice of cold baths.

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EFFICIENCY OF COLD-WATER IMMERSION BATHS!

Cold water immersion baths are considerably more effective than cryotherapy, as water transfers heat about more than 20 times better than air. This means that the thermal shock is more intense and immediate, triggering a response that brings significant health benefits. Cryotherapy, on the other hand, is more expensive, requires liquid nitrogen, and does not provide the same level of adaptation as full immersion in cold water.

COMPARISON BETWEEN ICE WATER IMMERSION BATHS, ICE BATHS and COLD SHOWERS!

Cold water immersion baths also outperform ice baths and cold showers. Ice baths may start out colder, but they lose temperature quickly as the ice melts, especially after a few sessions. This requires constant refilling of ice, which is time-consuming and inconvenient. With cold water immersion baths, there is no need for this, making the process simpler. Additionally, cold showers can be a good introduction for beginners, but they don't have the same impact as full immersion, and they require more intense doses as you gain tolerance to the cold.

ADVANTAGES OF COLD-WATER IMMERSION BATHS!

Cold water immersion baths offer several advantages, such as:

- TIME SAVING: Without the need to prepare ice or clean after each use, the user can save around 2 hours. In traditional bathtubs for ice baths, cold water and the addition of ice are necessary to lower the temperature, which wastes time while waiting for the temperature to drop to the desired level.

  At LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE, this is not a problem. LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE consists of a PLUG & DIVE system that should not be turned off (providing greater energy gains and temperature maintenance) and thanks to thermal insulation it allows maintaining and quickly adjusting the temperature to the desired levels.

- FILTERING and CLEANING: Unlike ice, which can accumulate dirt, the water in the LOTI immersion baths is filtered, ensuring greater hygiene. LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE is sustainable equipment that makes a difference in caring for the environment. Without the need to add ice to lower the temperature to desired levels, its filtration and cleaning system was designed to reduce water waste, allowing the usage cycle to be increased. Water circulates efficiently, retaining small particles, such as skin and hair, resulting in cleaner, purer water.

Using UV lamps in the system effectively eliminates microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, algae and pathogens without the need for harmful chemicals. Furthermore, LOTI was designed with a simple and quick drainage system, making it easy to change water when necessary.

- TEMPERATURE CONTROL and SUSTAINABILITY: For beginners, it is possible to start with higher temperatures and gradually reduce them. For those looking for a more intense experience, water in direct contact with the skin increases the effectiveness of heat transfer.

This new equipment is not limited to providing refreshing baths, but is also a benchmark in terms of energy efficiency. With minimal thermal losses and an integrated intelligent system, LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE allows you to make small adjustments to keep the water temperature low, ensuring that your bathing experience in ice water is as efficient as possible, significantly reducing energy consumption.

  - SAVINGS and ROI (RETURN ON INVESTMENT): Consider the following variables to understand how you can save using LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE:

LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE Water Capacity is 385 Liters of Water, it is recommended to fill up to approximately 70% of its total capacity, which translates into 269.5 liters of Water every 3 months, contrary to the values needed for baths immersion in traditional bathtubs or vats.

Depending on the liter of the conventional bathtub for cold baths, you get a ROI in less than a year if you decide for LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE cold bath solution.COMO?

❌STANDARD TUB FOR COLD BATHS

The bathtubs have an average capacity of between 150 and 200 liters. Filling the traditional bathtub for a soak is equivalent to taking a 15 to 20 minute shower. Thus, bathing in Cold Water 3 times a week, filling traditional bathtubs, means:

Water consumption between 450 liters and 600 liters/week (waste) or 1,800 liters and 2,400 liters/month (not used).

Ice consumption between 20 and 40 kg per use, i.e. between 240 kg (€150.00) and 480 kg (€300.00) of ice/month (waste). *

*it also depends on the ambient temperature, which can further inflate this ice consumption. * estimated price of a bag of ice (2Kg) at €1.25

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✅️ LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE the RIGHT CHOICE in SUSTAINABILITY and SAVINGS!

With adequate maintenance, and the FILTERING and FORCED CIRCULATION SYSTEM, LOTI water can last up to 3 to 4 months, depending on use and number of users.

There is no need to add ice cubes to lower the water temperature.

At the end of the water's useful life, LOTI – LORD OF THE ICE has a DRAINAGE SYSTEM that allows this water to be reused for other functions (e.g. watering the garden, plants, etc...).

If you are looking for a complete solution for cold therapy, cold water immersion baths are the best choice. These can be assembled at home, offer temperature control, save time, and are more effective at transferring heat.

If you would like more information about cold water immersion baths or have other questions, you can contact us for more details. For more information about cold therapy, you can explore our other articles.