Cryotherapy Models and Timing-Sequence Recovery of Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Middle- and Long-Distance Runners.

Chaoyi Qu, Zhaozhao Wu, Minxiao Xu, Fei Qin, Yanan Dong, Zhongwei Wang, Jiexiu Zhao

April 2020

Synopsis of Social media discussions

The discussions consistently emphasize the superiority of whole-body cryotherapy over other methods like cold-water immersion, describing it as an effective, noninvasive recovery technique. Phrases like 'more effective' and 'useful therapy' indicate a positive stance towards the findings, while repetitions of key points demonstrate moderate engagement and interest in the study's implications.

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Agreement
 Strong agreement

Most discussions strongly endorse the effectiveness of whole-body cryotherapy for muscle recovery, highlighting key findings from the publication.

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Interest
 Moderate level of interest

Participants show moderate interest, mainly focusing on the practical implications rather than deep methodological debates.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

Comments reflect some level of engagement through shared summaries and agreement, but few delve into detailed discussions or critiques.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

The emphasis on whole-body cryotherapy as a useful, noninvasive therapy suggests some recognition of its potential influence on sports recovery practices.

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    RT @JAT_NATA: In the new issue from Chaoyi Qu, MS and colleagues: Cryotherapy Models and Timing-Sequence Recovery of Exercise-Induced Muscl…
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    April 22, 2020

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  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    Key Point #2: Given that whole-body cryotherapy enhanced muscle recovery and reduced muscle-performance decrements after exercise-induced muscle damage, this method was a useful nonpharmacologic and noninvasive therapy for promoting muscle recovery. Link: https://t.co/9muIIzfZ4Y https://t.co/LbH6jVUIrh
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    April 20, 2020

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  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    Key Point #1: For the treatment of runners with exercise induced muscle damage, whole-body cryotherapy was more effective than cold-water immersion and contrast-water therapy for the activity and recovery timing-sequence effect. Link: https://t.co/9muIIzfZ4Y https://t.co/tQNATYbd2r
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  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    In the new issue from Chaoyi Qu, MS and colleagues: Cryotherapy Models and Timing-Sequence Recovery of Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Middle- and Long Distance Runners. Link: https://t.co/9muIIzfZ4Y https://t.co/vt0rQNAbOd
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    April 20, 2020

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  • Kavin Tsang
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    RT @JAT_NATA: New online first from Chaoyi Qu, MS and colleagues: Cryotherapy Models and Timing-Sequence Recovery of Exercise-Induced Muscl…
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    April 17, 2020

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  • Jay Hertel
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    RT @JAT_NATA: New online first from Chaoyi Qu, MS and colleagues: Cryotherapy Models and Timing-Sequence Recovery of Exercise-Induced Muscl…
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    April 16, 2020

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  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    Key Point #2: Given that whole-body cryotherapy enhanced muscle recovery and reduced muscle-performance decrements after exercise-induced muscle damage, this method was a useful nonpharmacologic and noninvasive therapy for promoting muscle recovery. Link: https://t.co/9muIIzfZ4Y https://t.co/kMfV8pxiuT
    view full post

    April 16, 2020

  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    Key Point #1: For the treatment of runners with exercise induced muscle damage, whole-body cryotherapy was more effective than cold-water immersion and contrast-water therapy for the activity and recovery timing-sequence effect. Link: https://t.co/9muIIzfZ4Y https://t.co/QmMq2S6d0D
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    April 16, 2020

  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    New online first from Chaoyi Qu, MS and colleagues: Cryotherapy Models and Timing-Sequence Recovery of Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Middle- and Long Distance Runners. Link: https://t.co/9muIIzfZ4Y https://t.co/QcMESEMJdy
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    April 16, 2020

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    March 21, 2020

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  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    Key Point #2: Given that whole-body cryotherapy enhanced muscle recovery and reduced muscle-performance decrements after exercise-induced muscle damage, this method was a useful nonpharmacologic and noninvasive therapy for promoting muscle recovery. Link: https://t.co/9muIIyYnGo https://t.co/pRIhVycm8x
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    March 13, 2020

  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    Key Point #1: For the treatment of runners with exercise induced muscle damage, whole-body cryotherapy was more effective than cold-water immersion and contrast-water therapy for the activity and recovery timing-sequence effect. Link: https://t.co/9muIIyYnGo https://t.co/RQiCLsT9ny
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    March 13, 2020

  • Journal of Athletic Training
    @JAT_NATA (Twitter)

    New online first from Chaoyi Qu, MS and colleagues: Cryotherapy Models and Timing-Sequence Recovery of Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Middle- and Long Distance Runners. Link: https://t.co/9muIIyYnGo https://t.co/igHaaLYnls
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Abstract Synopsis

  • This study compared how different cryotherapy methods (cold water immersion, contrast water therapy, and whole-body cryotherapy) affect recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage in runners, focusing on timing and response of various recovery indicators.
  • Results showed that whole-body cryotherapy generally provided better recovery effects in terms of pain perception, enzyme activity, inflammation, and muscle function, especially shortly after exercise, compared to other methods and control.
  • While all methods had some positive effects, contrast water therapy was less effective than whole-body cryotherapy, which had a stronger influence on promoting quicker and better muscle recovery over time.