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No-shows and appointments canceled/rescheduled within 24 hours of your appointment time will be charged full price for the session (or docked a session from your package). We will automatically charge the card on file. View our full cancellation policy HERE.
We accept cash, check, Master Card, Visa, Discover, American Express, and HSA/FSA!
We do not accept any third-party gift cards.
Unfortunately, insurance does not cover massage, whole-body cryotherapy, or the hydrospa; however, you can use your HSA/FSA! We are happy to provide you with a receipt so you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
It is the goal of any qualified massage therapist to make you feel comfortable and at ease. The room in which your massage takes place is optimized to this end, and you will enjoy soft background music to help you relax on the specialized and comfortable table you’ll be lying on.
Therapeutic massage is typically performed with the client unclothed; however, we encourage you to wear whatever you are comfortable in. You will be appropriately draped at all times. Most people undress completely, while some leave some clothing on such as underwear. You decide what level of comfort is right for you. Your privacy is respected at all times.
Your massage therapist will discuss this with you to come up with a beneficial treatment plan. Generally, full body massages will include work conducted from your feet all the way up to your shoulders, neck and head. You will never be touched in any inappropriate areas of your body.
In most cases, yes. This is to reduce any skin irritation or friction which can cause discomfort. Lubricants of this nature will also provide other benefits, such as moisturizing your skin—if you have an allergy to products like this, please notify your massage therapist.
Massage therapy is different than the “back rubs” you may have exchanged with other people in your life. These kinds of appointments will generally begin gently to allow your muscles time to adjust, and then will become progressively more forceful—but never “intense” or too far beyond your comfort level. More or less pressure can always be requested at your discretion.
In some cases, yes. Some patients may experience soreness or tenderness after a massage, and this can vary upon the nature of the treatment administered. This is normal to some degree, but you should always feel welcomed and encouraged to speak with your therapist if you feel that your treatments leave you feeling overly sore. You may benefit from drinking more water than usual on the following day or until the soreness subsides.
We do not do incisional drainage. Incisional drainage is a modality commonly done the first week after cosmetic surgery, and is common in Florida and California. This drainage forces fluid out of incisions made by surgery. Manual Lymphatic Drainage promotes the return of fluid from tissues and lymphatic vessels back into the circulatory system where it can be safely eliminated by our bodies natural processes. For post-op clients: we cannot treat you until all drains have been removed.
We offer several different modalities of massage so you’re sure to find the massage that fits you best! We also offer massage packages so that everyone can enjoy the benefits of massage. View our pricing Here.
There are numerous benefits to Whole-body and local Cryotherapy treatments. For athletes and those in training (marathons, triathlons, etc…), Whole Body and Localized Cryotherapy are used to help relieve chronic pain, decrease inflammation, speed recovery time, increase athletic performance, and reduce delayed onset muscle soreness. Whole Body Cryotherapy treatments are beneficial for everyday health, wellness, and beauty benefits. Since the outer layer of skin is lowered, capillaries and blood vessels undergo vasoconstriction, immediately followed by vasodilation. This causes the body to release toxins and feel good endorphins. The skins exposure to extreme cold also causes the body to increase its metabolic rate, burning between 500 to 800 calories. Some additional benefits include: pain relief from chronic medical conditions, increased circulation throughout your body, treatment of mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. This cutting edge treatment assists with clearing of skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and acne, reduction in the appearance of cellulite, and tighter, more youthful looking skin.
The Cryosauna fills with a dry chill that drops the ambient temperature to a range of -130ºF to -184ºF, lowering the clients skin surface temperature by 30-50 degrees.
Am I going to freeze during my Cryotherapy session?
No, you won’t freeze! Cryotherapy involves dry, hyper-cooled air flowing over the skin surface, so the process never freezes skin tissues, muscles or organs. The result is only a “feeling” of being cold. The body is being tricked into believing that this extreme cold is life threatening. Cryotherapy is a dry cold with no moisture and tolerable even to those who consider themselves cold intolerant. Your core body temperature never actually drops and protective gloves and footwear further protect you from any cold related injury. But, you’ll probably feel cold. And while experiences may vary, many patients of whole body cryotherapy report a euphoric sensation during the treatment. This may be explained by a rush of endorphins and adrenalin produced by the body in response to the skin receptors perceiving extreme cold. We haven’t had anyone chicken out on us yet, and we are confident you won’t too!
The air is very dry, some people don’t even shiver. The cooled air flows over the skin, which in turn, creates the beneficial results. This process never freezes the skin tissues or organs. Only the sensation of being cold is perceived. Since the cold from Whole Body Cryotherapy only penetrates the surface of the skin, you will experience a chill to the outer surface of your body. Your vital organs, muscles and tissues will all remain at their normal body temperature. Cryotherapy improves circulation throughout the body and stimulates production of brown fat, so your future ability to tolerate cold should improve.
Glastonbury Cryotherapy provides every client with boots and gloves that are used to protect your extremities during the treatment. Please bring a fresh, dry pair of socks with you. Men are required to wear boxers or underwear. Women typically will go naked, so please bring a bath towel to cover up while getting in to the cryo sauna. All clients must remove all jewelry and exterior metal/body piercings from the neck down. Additionally, it is recommended that you pat yourself dry with a towel and do not apply oils, lotions, or cologne immediately prior to treatment.
Why do I need socks and gloves?
The method of hyper-cooling the skin is so sudden that the body is triggered to pull blood from the extremities to protect the body’s core temperature. The vessels around the core then constrict, holding the blood in the core. We simply protect the areas that are most affected by this reaction to ensure your comfort and safety during your exposure.
Cryotherapy is ideal for athletes seeking muscle recovery, people with chronic pain and inflammatory conditions, and those seeking weight loss and skin rejuvenation. Cryotherapy is used post-surgically to accelerate the healing process and reduce pain without the side effects of pain medications and anti-inflammatory drugs. Younger clients under the age of 18, can use Whole Body Cryotherapy with parent’s consent.
Yes! Numerous clinical studies have concluded that Whole Body Cryotherapy is safe when performed on ideal candidates. And at Glastonbury Cryotherapy we take every measure to ensure your safety and well being while striving to make the treatment as comfortable as possible at the same time. Additionally, the cryotherapy machine is equipped with top safety features and is monitored by a medical care professional at all times. You are never in the machine alone and your head is above the nitrogen gas at all times.
No, it isn’t. Nitrogen is a friendly, non-toxic, natural gas. Nitrogen composes 78% of the air that we breathe. The other components are 16% Oxygen, 1% Hydrogen and 5% other gases. Nitrogen is as common and safe as Oxygen.
Each session is a max of 3 minutes. During this time your technician will talk you through the entire process.
Yes! It is safe either way. If you exercise before whole-body cryotherapy, you will experience increased energy and greater recovery due to the reduction in inflammation Ten minutes of light exercise post-cryotherapy will induce more rapid vasodilation of the blood vessels and capillaries and extend the period of analgesia. It is also ideal post-workout to speed athletic recovery and ease sore muscles. An advantage of cryotherapy over ice therapy is that tissues and muscles are not frozen.
It doesn’t. You are simply unable to achieve the same results with an ice bath. Two to three minutes in the Cryosauna, which is a cold, dry nitrogen vapor, is equivalent to 20-30 minutes in an ice bath without the uncomfortable feeling of submerging in ice cold water. The nitrogen vapor chills the top skin layers and cold receptors lowering the outer body’s temp 30-50 degrees. This causes the brain to restrict blood flow to your extremities, which is the bodies natural fight-or-flight response to extreme cold. The body reacts to the Whole Body Cryotherapy treatment by releasing anti-inflammatory proteins and endorphins resulting in super-charged blood. Fifteen minutes in an ice bath of cold water initially causes the body to move blood to the extremities and results in a lowering of the body’s core temperature. Ice baths do no supercharge the blood like Cryotherapy.
During each session the body releases endorphins, which are your “feel good” hormones. The effects from each session last at least 6–8 hours. As with any new regimen, consistency is key and increased results will be noted with regular use. Many report a higher pain tolerance when exposure is pre-workout, and decreased inflammation is noted with a post- workout exposure. The more treatments you do in close succession, the longer the endorphin high lasts. Many clients also report improvements in their sleep quality after Cryotherapy. Muscle aches and stiff joints also feel a sense of relief. Cryosauna sessions will also increase your metabolic rate, burning 500-800 calories that day. Whole body cryotherapy used on a regular basis can help your body reset it’s metabolism.
Yes, you can. The chamber is open at the top and your entire head remains exposed to the room and above the Cryosauna, so you are never fully enclosed. You will remain in complete control as the door is never locked and you can step out if you ever experience discomfort. A staff member is there through the entire process until the session has ended. Clients breathe room air and an oxygen monitor is operating at all times to ensure smooth operation and safety.
Cryotherapy is very well tolerated and has minimal risks. Systolic blood pressure during the procedure can increase by 10 points but will reverse after the procedure as peripheral circulation returns to normal. Allergic reactions to extreme cold (chilblain), claustrophobia, anxiety are rare. Activation of some viral conditions (cold sores, etc.) due to stimulation of the immune system can occur. Protective clothing (socks, gloves, undergarments) must be dry in order to avoid chilblain.
The following conditions are contraindications towhole-bodyy cryotherapy: Pregnancy, severe Hypertension (BP> 180/100), acute or recent myocardial infarction, unstable angina pectoris, arrhythmia, symptomatic cardiovascular disease, cardiac pacemaker, peripheral arterial occlusive disease, venous thrombosis, acute or recent cerebrovascular accident, uncontrolled seizures, Raynaud’s Syndrome, fever, tumor disease, symptomatic lung disorders, bleeding disorders, severe anemia, infection, cold allergy (being allergic to cold), acute kidney and urinary tract diseases. *Any client with a recent history (within the last six months) of cardiac disease or episodes will be required to have aphysicians statement clearing them to try whole body cryotherapy. Children under 18 must have parental consent and have a parent present during treatment.
Our HydroSpa is located at 330 Naubuc Avenue in Glastonbury.
Appropriate swimwear is required to participate in the hydrospa circuit. Immerse will provide you with spa sandals and two towels. The spa sandals must be worn for the entirety of your stay. You are welcome to additional towels or a robe for a fee.
Yes - the hydrospa is a shared, co-ed experience. There are separate men/women's locker rooms for you to change into & out of your swimsuit, as well as shower before and after your experience. The changing area contains lockers for you to store your valuables for the duration of your stay.
For the comfort and safety of all of our guests, cell phones and cameras are not allowed in the hydrospa.
You are welcome to book a 30, 60, 90, or 120-minute stay, which allows you to enjoy the hydrospa at your leisure. There is a recommended circuit posted; however, you are welcome to go in whichever order you desire - just remember "hot, cold, repeat".
Due to the State of CT Health Department, everyone is required to shower with soap and water BEFORE entering the hydrospa. Be sure to rinse off any lotions or oils on your body. You will also be required to rinse off between experiences. You are not required to shower upon completion of the hydrospa - although it is recommended. If you receive a massage as part of your services at Immerse, please use the hydrospa first.
We offer hydrospa packages so that everyone can enjoy the benefits - view our pricing here. Packages cannot be shared.
The following conditions are contraindications to the hydrospa:
Alcohol and saunas/cold plunges don’t go together and you should never bring glasses or bottles into the spa. Leave the celebrations for later once you’ve rehydrated and your body temperature returns to normal. We have a hydration station and will provide you with cups to use during your stay.
Minors (all clients under the age of 18 - unless otherwise emancipated) are not permitted in the hydrotherapy circuit without a parental/legal guardian present for the entirety of their stay.
A parent or legal guardian of the minor receiving treatment(s) at our facility will complete the Intake Form on behalf of the minor and inform the staff of all medical diagnoses, symptoms, medications, and complaints associated with the minor and the services provided. You further agree that the minor will remain under your direction and supervision while the minor is participating in the hydrotherapy circuit.
Glastonbury Massage & Cryo (Immerse Hydrospa)
730 Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury, CT 06033 (860) 410-4490
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