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Thermal Practices

Meaning

Thermal practices refer to the deliberate, controlled exposure of the body to extreme temperature changes, encompassing both heat (e.g., sauna, hot baths) and cold (e.g., cold plunges, cryotherapy), as a means to elicit specific physiological and hormonal responses. These practices are utilized in wellness and clinical settings to influence autonomic nervous system balance, modulate inflammatory pathways, and stimulate the release of various hormones and heat shock proteins. They represent a non-pharmacological strategy for enhancing resilience and promoting health.