Ice Bath
The ideal temperature range for most recovery protocols is between 8 and 15 degrees therefore, Gentle Recovery’s ice bath sits at around 10-11 degrees the majority of the time.
On a Wednesday morning the tub is chilled down to 5 degrees for those who like the extra challenge of a Wim Hof style cold water session. We also have the flexibility to customise the temperature for your session – contact us to discuss.
Our ice bath is single occupancy but you are welcome to bring a friend and alternate during your session. The ice bath is kept clean and hygienic via an inbuilt computer which continuously monitors the water sanitisation.
$20 (20 minutes) or purchase a package of 15 sessions for $255 (300 minutes)
Why try an ice bath or cold water therapy?
Boost focus and attention Reduce inflammation and pain
De-stress and improve mood
Develop a stronger immune system
Improve sleep quality
Reduce muscle soreness and fatigue
Increase endurance Increase metabolism and lose weight
Enhance athletic performance in hot weather
What does a session look like?
When you try an ice bath at Gentle Recovery for the first time we will start with asking you about your cold water exposure experience (if any), followed by a number of questions to determine the best protocol for you.
The session is 20 minutes maximum however for clients with limited cold water experience we recommend aiming for five minutes initially. If you are feeling nervous or apprehensive about your session we are more than happy to remain with you throughout your session to provide guidance.
Normatech Recovery Boots
The NormaTec recovery system is a dynamic compression device designed for recovery and rehab. Essentially a high tech massage – it uses compressed air to massage limbs, mobilise fluid and speed up recovery.
Created by a physician bioengineer Normatec dynamic air compression
effectively mimics the muscle pump of the legs and arms, enhancing the movement of fluid and metabolites out of the limbs.
Gentle Recovery offers the full range of NormaTec attachments:
LEGS: Treatment covers full leg including the foot
ARMS: Treatment includes arm, shoulder, pecs and traps
HIP/GLUTE: Treatment includes upper quads, upper hamstrings, hip flexors, glutes and lower back
$30 (30 minutes) or purchase a package of 10 sessions for $255 (300 minutes)
Why use Normatex Recovery Boots?
Increase blood flow / circulation
Decrease muscle fatigue after exercise
Reduce pain and soreness
Rejuvenate fatigued muscles
Accelerate training recovery Increase flexibility and range of motion
Promotes healing post injury
Injury prevention
What does a session look like?
You’ll be zipped or clipped into your attachment of choice (legs, arms or hip/glute) and the pre-inflate cycle will commence. During the pre-inflate cycle, each zone of the attachment(s) are inflated to mould to your body.
The treatment then begins by compressing your feet, hands, or quads (depending on which attachment you are using). The dynamic compression continues to move upward similar to the kneading and stroking of a massage. Each zone of the attachment will compress and release repeatedly throughout the treatment which lasts for either 30 or 60 minutes.
Enjoy your compression massage at our clinic in South Melbourne, hire overnight or speak to us about coming to your event or gym!
INFRARED SAUNA
Our full spectrum infrared sauna is located in its own room so you can enjoy your session in privacy listening to your favourite music or podcast via blue tooth speakers.
Or invite a friend or two – our sauna fits up to four people making it an ideal opportunity to share your wellness session with friends.
Our Clearlight sauna reaches a maximum temperature of 65 degrees and also features medical chromotherapy which further boosts the benefits of your sauna session.
Why use an
infrared sauna?
Reduce stress and fatigue
Improve sleep and mood
Detoxification
Relieve muscle aches and stiffness
Reduce joint pain
Increase metabolism and weight loss
Boost immune system
Enhance wound healing
Pain relief
Improve skin conditions
Boost collagen production
What does a session look like?
Heat exposure stresses the body causing skin and body temperatures to increase and sweating to occur. The skins heats to 40 degrees and the core temp rises several degrees to 39.
The heart starts working harder to circulate more oxygen and the heart rate also increases. Blood flow is redirected from the core to the skin to aid sweating.
You might think that the above sounds a lot like the effects of exercising … and you would be right! The physiological responses to the heat of a sauna are very similar to those caused by exercise.
Session Packages
Packages can be used towards Infrared Sauna, Ice Bath and Normatec.
300 minutes for $255
600 minutes for $480
900 minutes for $675
6 month membership – entitles you to 60 minutes per week – can be used on Normatec, Infrared Sauna and Ice Bath. $995