Cold Therapy Cold therapy, such as ice baths or cryotherapy, can have many health benefits, including: Pain management: Cold therapy can reduce pain and swelling, especially around joints and tendons. Muscle soreness: Cold therapy can reduce muscle pain and stiffness after exercise. Improved mood: Cold therapy can enhance mood and focus. Reduced inflammation: Cold therapy can reduce inflammation and soreness. Improved sleep: Cold therapy can improve sleep quality and patterns.Improved cognitive function: Cold therapy can improve cognitive function.Improved cardiovascular health: Cold therapy can improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.Improved immune function: Cold therapy can boost the immune system and help lower the risk of infection. Improved resilience: Cold therapy can build resilience and grit.Improved recovery after exercise: Cold therapy can improve recovery after exercise.