Int J Hyperthermia July 2021 PMID 33910456

Residual effects of short-term whole-body cold-water immersion on the cytokine profile, white blood cell count, and blood markers of stress.

Milda Eimonte, Henrikas Paulauskas, Laura Daniuseviciute, Nerijus Eimantas, Astra Vitkauskiene, Gintare Dauksaite, Rima Solianik, Marius Brazaitis

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What people are saying

Discussions highlight the significance of the research by referencing specific immune markers like TNF-α and cytokines, with some participants emphasizing physiological responses like hyperventilation, showing they are engaged with the scientific content. The tone is analytical yet acknowledges the reassurance that cold immersion doesn't cause cold illnesses, illustrating a nuanced understanding of the physiological effects discussed in the publication.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study’s findings that cold-water immersion affects immune responses without increasing illness, showing general agreement.

InterestHigh interest

The social discussions demonstrate high interest, with comments referencing cytokines, immune markers, and physiological stress responses, indicating attention to scientific details.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants actively analyze the implications, mentioning specific cytokines like TNF-α and IL6, and debating the physiological impacts, reflecting moderate but meaningful engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While the responses recognize the study’s contribution to understanding immune effects, they tend not to suggest immediate practical changes, so the perceived impact is moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • Short-term coldwater immersion (CWI) triggers a stressful physiological response, including increased stress hormones (cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine) and physical reactions like hyperventilation, muscle shivering, and increased heart rate.
  • The study found that CWI temporarily altered immune markers, delaying the production of some cytokines (like IL6) and decreasing others (like TNF), while not affecting IL1 within 48 hours.
  • Despite these immune and stress responses, participants did not show symptoms of illness such as cold symptoms within 48 hours after coldwater immersion.

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健康な男子12名を対象にした研究では、冷水を浴びた15分後から24時間後まで炎症性サイトカインであるtnf-αが減っていました。 tnf-αは疲労感のバイオマーカーでもあります。 この研究では14℃の冷水に10分間浸かったとのこと。 https://t.co/XZSQTYIruq

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@techysparks @CDeevia Hyperventilation is another important measure... https://t.co/2mXQWTJP5u

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Mikki Williden PhD
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Cold doesn't predispose you to a cold. Residual effects of short-term whole-body cold-water immersion on the cytokine profile, white blood cell count, and… https://t.co/pCFae4VBQw

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Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

Fuente: https://t.co/k48IR432sV

Jun 21, 2023 · 108,119 followers View post →
CowsEatGrass
@CowsEatGrassBlg · X

@techysparks @CDeevia Hyperventilation is another important measure... https://t.co/2mXQWTJP5u

May 8, 2023 · 14,821 followers View post →
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@takegreenpill Here is some recent research : https://t.co/MsUaydpvER

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ソーラ@me/cfs
@OMwvw · X

健康な男子12名を対象にした研究では、冷水を浴びた15分後から24時間後まで炎症性サイトカインであるtnf-αが減っていました。 tnf-αは疲労感のバイオマーカーでもあります。 この研究では14℃の冷水に10分間浸かったとのこと。 https://t.co/XZSQTYIruq

Mar 1, 2022 · 3 likes · 1,280 followers View post →
Mikki Williden PhD
@MikkiWilliden · X

Cold doesn't predispose you to a cold. Residual effects of short-term whole-body cold-water immersion on the cytokine profile, white blood cell count, and… https://t.co/pCFae4VBQw

Jun 24, 2021 · 2,235 followers View post →
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