Ice baths: do they really boost workout recovery?
NCT ID NCT02506283
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether applying cold (cryotherapy) for 20 minutes before or after exercise helps healthy young adults recover faster and perform better. Researchers measured muscle soreness, perceived exertion, and jump height in 22 participants. The goal was to understand if cooling can reduce soreness and improve performance, but it was a small study focused on healthy people, not a treatment for a disease.
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University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland SUPSI
Landquart, Kanton Graubünden, 7302, Switzerland