Whole-Body Cryotherapy in Atopic Dermatitis

Klimenko, Taras; Ahvenainen, Siru; Karvonen, Seija-Liisa

doi:10.1001/archderm.144.6.806

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“…Applying a series of WBC in the treatment of AD is a new and unconventional solution. Studies of Klimenko et al [ 9 ] are the only ones that evaluate the influence of WBC on the condition of patients with mild and moderate AD. A comparison of our studies with those mentioned above seems to be significant for this paper since it constitutes a reference to a larger group of patients.…”

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“…The level of transepidermal water loss (TEWL) was measured with VapoMeter. The mean TEWL value improved from 58.8 g/m 2 /h to 47.4 g/m 2 /h, which means better hydration of the epidermis [ 9 ]. In our studies, there were similar positive results, epidermal hydration increased directly after the first treatments in the involved skin, and also this effect was seen in 3 weeks after the end of the treatment.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…As compared with phototherapy, it may be combined with other treatment methods, e.g., cyclosporin or tacrolimus. These treatments do not carry the risk for developing skin cancers, which could be side effects while using phototherapy [ 9 ]. The aim of the study was to evaluate changes in selected skin parameters after WBC in patients with AD.…”

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Assessment of the Influence Systemic Cryotherapy Exerts on Chosen Skin Scores of Patients with Atopic Dermatitis: Pilot Study

Kepinska-Szyszkowska

Misiorek

Kapińska-Mrowiecka³

et al. 2020

BioMed Research International

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Background. One of the most important tasks in the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD) is alleviation of racking skin dryness and persistent pruritus, because these factors exert a significant influence on worsening patients’ quality of life. Cryotherapy being a new form of rehabilitation in AD may supplement and support a long-term process of AD treatment, because it has anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effects and exerts a positive influence on the nervous system. Methods. 14 adults (mean age 32±10.8) with mild to moderate AD were enrolled. WBC (15 treatments in total) took place in winter 2018/2019. Patient skin parameters (hydration of the epidermis, sebum level, and skin pH level) were measured with probes produced by Courage + Khazaka Electronic GmbH. Results. Changes were observed in the hydration level of the epidermis. The SCORAD index evaluating the AD intensity level also changed (decreased). Conclusion. Due to these properties, hypothesis has been put forward that WBC can be an effective, supporting method in the treatment of AD.

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Assessment of the Influence Systemic Cryotherapy Exerts on Chosen Skin Scores of Patients with Atopic Dermatitis: Pilot Study

Kepinska-Szyszkowska

Misiorek

Kapińska-Mrowiecka³

et al. 2020

BioMed Research International

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“…A single study looked at whole body cryotherapy using a specialized chamber at temperatures as low as −110°C (−166°F) three times weekly [ 15 ]. The authors demonstrated improvement in patients with severe AD and hypothesized that the beneficial effects were related to reduced nerve conduction velocity and decreased acetylcholine synthesis, thereby influencing pruritus.…”

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Alternative, Complementary, and Forgotten Remedies for Atopic Dermatitis

Goddard¹,

Lio²

2015

Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Atopic dermatitis, perhaps more than other dermatologic diseases, has garnered much attention in the realm of alternative medicine. This may be because its etiopathogenesis is incompletely understood, it is increasingly common, and it waxes and wanes often without clear precipitants, opening up many opportunities for misinterpretation. Herein we explore the evidence for a number of different alternative and complementary therapies, from textiles to vitamin supplements. By definition, none have enough data to be deemed “effective” in a conventional sense, but it is hopeful that some show promising evidence that may one day lead to mainstream acceptance with further research.

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“… 7 ), and patients with atopic dermatitis. 8 Importantly, WBC has very recently been shown to positively influence cognitive functioning and mental health, with studies indicating significant alleviation of depressive symptoms in clinically diagnosed depressed patients 9 and memory improvements in patients with mild cognitive impairment. 10 Finally, WBC is used more and more frequently as a wellness method in healthy subjects to help maintain good health (e.g., 11 ).…”

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Affective response to whole-body cryotherapy: Influence of sex, body mass index, age, time of day, and past experience

Legrand

Bogard

Beaumont

et al. 2020

Complementary Therapies in Medicine

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Highlights We explored the affective response to extreme cold exposure in a large sample of cryotherapy users. All measures were performed in the first minute following cryostimulation. Overall, affect was found to be negatively valenced immediately after cryostimulation. Female users with at least one previous experience reported less displeasure. Body mass index (BMI) was negatively correlated with displeasure in women.

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Whole-Body Cryotherapy in Atopic Dermatitis

Cited by 16 publications

References 5 publications

Assessment of the Influence Systemic Cryotherapy Exerts on Chosen Skin Scores of Patients with Atopic Dermatitis: Pilot Study

Assessment of the Influence Systemic Cryotherapy Exerts on Chosen Skin Scores of Patients with Atopic Dermatitis: Pilot Study

Alternative, Complementary, and Forgotten Remedies for Atopic Dermatitis

Affective response to whole-body cryotherapy: Influence of sex, body mass index, age, time of day, and past experience

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