Cryotherapy in Sport

The Cryotherapy Clinic at Whites of Wexford - Host to London Irish and The Welsh Rugby Team as well as International and Irish Sports people.

There have been countless studies into the benefits of Cryotherapy within the sporting field. The benefits observed are:
Reduction of pain
Increase in muscle strength
Increase in performance
Reduction in the regeneration phase
Inhibition of inflammation
Immunomodulation
Improvement of joint function
Decrease in muscle tension over longer application
Reduction of post traumatic treatment
Overall faster return to training

Sport Injuries
Whole Body Cryotherapy causes inhibition of inflammation which results in a reduction of pain and swelling. This reduction in pain and swelling improves joint function which enables therapists to progress treatment quicker and results in an overall sooner return to play.

Recovery from intense exercise
Whole Body Cryotherapy helps the body recover after intense exercise by flushing out the muscles and delivering oxygen and nutrients to the muscles.

Enhancement of sporting performance
Whole Body Cryotherapy can also be used as part of a training program to enhance sporting performance. Whole Body Cryotherapy increases muscular resistance to fatigue and also the muscles capacity to regenerate. This results in an overall increase muscular performance.

Rehabilitation Facilities
As well as offering the world class Cryotherapy Clinic we offer many other facilities that are pivotal in the rehabilitation process. Clients of the Cryotherapy Clinic can avail of rehabilitation programs for all types of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. A rehabilitation specialist will be at hand to take clients through their individual programs, safely tailoring the program to the clients needs. We also have a ‘Back to Play’ program to ensure that the client is ready to return to training.

Team Facilities
We cater for teams and large groups. We will work in cooperation with the teams own professionals and cater for specific team bookings. Facilities provided for teams include:
Cryotherapy Clinic
Cubicles for physiotherapy & relaxation area
Hydro stainless steel spa pool incorporating high & low pressure massage jets
Thermal suite incorporating plunge pool
Individual physiotherapy rooms available for team physiotherapists
Private accommodation area in hotel
Private meeting rooms & relaxation lounge
Specific menu requirements catered for on request
Rugby and football pitches provided within 5 minutes of hotel
Running tracks & beaches available within 10 minutes of hotel
All weather out door pitch available within 10 minutes of hotel

Sports Training Facility
We provide a High Performance Centre and Gymnasium facility specifically designed for professional teams and athletes.

For High Performance Centre information click here

For Gymnasium facilities please click here