Carolyn W Westgate M.S.ED. L.C.P.C.

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• How to Prepare for Cryotherapy

  A cryotherapy chamber resembles a huge aluminium canister in which the person enters through a door. The whole session is done in about 2 to 3 minutes while the individual is standing. It is not advisable to stay in the chamber for longer three or so minutes. The chamber reaches your neck level, so...

• Arthritis: Arthroplasty and Joint Replacement

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