The most common argument against cryotherapy is that it is not approved by the FDA (The Food and Drug Administration). Still, ever since it was invented in the 1970s as a treatment for arthritis, extreme cold stimulation has been widely spread across Europe and quickly gained popularity in the US.
The point is the FDA withheld its approval of cryotherapy not because it is dangerous but because US regulations on innovative technologies in healthcare are too conservative.
“The Food and Drug Administration is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, and medical devices; and by ensuring the safety of our nation’s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation” – says FDA mission.
Cryotherapy chambers are not medical devices, and cryostimulation does not claim to treat any disease or illness. Instead, the extreme cold helps reduce symptoms, like inflammation and pain, improves blood circulation, and creates positive stress for the body to sharpen focus and boost energy levels.