As a neurosurgeon, I’ve changed brains with my hands, and I’ve learned you can change yours with your habits, attention, and daily mental practice.

Columnist Helen Thomson investigates the neurological benefits of saunas, and how heat therapy can have anti-inflammatory ...

Considered fringe or alternative, practices like acupuncture, sauna bathing, cold water immersion and others are now entering ...

Hamilton County residents can start off the new year by immersing themselves in a cold lake thanks to a new program from Great Parks of Hamilton County. The park system is organizing cold water ...

With Thanksgiving around the corner, preparations should be on their way for those planning on creating the best meal they can. That includes thawing out the turkey. There are three ways to thaw out a ...

Cold water hydrotherapy, often referred to as a cold plunge or ice bath, has long been a popular restorative therapy for professional athletes. Hydrotherapy for racing and show horses seems to offer ...

On a sunny day in North Fremantle, a group gathers on the beach and prepares for a feat of physical and mental endurance. Each person climbs into one of 45 inflatable pools that are scattered on the ...

If you’re going to suffer, make sure it’s worth the effort. We consulted fitness experts to help you maximize your ice bath. The experts suggest that launching yourself into a cold plunge pool at the ...

Background: Age-related cognitive decline typically begins during middle age and persists into old age. In parallel, mood (and, in particular, anxiety and depression) can be a significant predictor of ...

Both cold showers and plunges offer health benefits, such as improving mood and alertness. Cold showers are easier and safer for most people, offering a more convenient way to get the energy and mood ...