What US Cryotherapy does

US Cryotherapy is a private, family-owned operator of electric whole-body cryotherapy and complementary recovery services, founded in 2011 by the Kramer family after Linzie Kramer encountered the modality in Europe. The company built the first US retail cryotherapy center in Roseville, CA and grew to 25 treatment centers (19 franchise, 6 company-owned) across six states by late 2019, having administered more than 5 million cumulative treatments. Its core technology is a proprietary line of electric refrigeration-based cryotherapy chambers (C1 single-room and C4 two-stage) operating at -110°F to -180°F, which the company positions as a safer and more effective alternative to liquid nitrogen systems.

The service offering has expanded well beyond core cryotherapy into a multi-modality wellness platform that bundles localized cryotherapy, red light / photobiomodulation therapy, NormaTec compression, Theragun percussive therapy, infrared sauna, hydro massage, PEMF, and Cryoskin / T-Shape 2 body contouring. The business operates three distinct revenue streams: (1) direct-to-consumer per-session and membership revenue at company-owned centers, with first-time session pricing in the $40-$65 range; (2) franchise economics of $20k-$30k upfront fees, 6% gross-sales royalty, and 1% national marketing fund; and (3) direct equipment sales to professional and college sports programs, businesses, and consumers via an e-commerce storefront. The customer base spans athletes and fitness enthusiasts, chronic pain and inflammation sufferers, wellness-minded consumers, military personnel (e.g., Fort Hood, TX location), and aesthetics seekers, with partnerships including the NFL Alumni Association anchoring the sports segment.

Distribution is hybrid: physical service centers, a franchise system for capital-light geographic expansion, B2B equipment sales into sports and fitness facilities, and consumer e-commerce for portable localized devices. Marketing relies on owned content (blog, mobile app), organic social across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and LinkedIn, and earned media coverage from regional TV networks. The company has no disclosed external funding, no parent company, and no subsidiaries; ownership remains concentrated within the Kramer family (Kevin Kramer as CEO, Rob Kramer as CFO, Todd Kramer as Director of Operations).

Name

US Cryotherapy

Legal name

US Cryotherapy

Website

https://uscryotherapy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

US Cryotherapy operates electric whole-body cryotherapy service centers, manufactures proprietary cryotherapy chambers, and runs a franchise network across the US, serving athletes, chronic pain sufferers, military personnel, and wellness consumers with bundled recovery and aesthetic modalities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cryotherapy and Recovery Wellness Services

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro primary industry

Cryotherapy Services (HSADAKAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hot/Cold Therapy Services (Cryotherapy/Ice Baths) (HSALAFAH), Hot/Cold Contrast Therapy (Hot Tubs, Plunge Pools & Hydrotherapy) (HSADAKAD), Compression Therapy (Normatec/Pressotherapy) (HSADAKAH)

Keywords

• Whole body cryotherapy
• Cold therapy recovery
• Wellness spa services
• Cryotherapy equipment sales
• Cryotherapy franchise

Headquarters

HQ city

Roseville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Cryotherapy and Wellness Services: Direct-to-consumer service revenue from cryotherapy sessions, red light therapy, compression therapy, massage, infrared sauna, PEMF, and body contouring treatments. Customers pay per session or through membership plans.
2. Franchise Revenue: Franchise fees of $20k-$30k for new locations plus ongoing royalty of 6% of gross sales and 1% national marketing fund. As of 2019, the company had 19 franchise locations.
3. Equipment Sales: Direct sales of cryotherapy chambers (Single Room, Two-Stage), localized devices, and wellness equipment to individuals, sports teams, colleges, and businesses. Also sells Hydro Massage Beds, Vibration Plates, Normatec Equipment, and Theragun devices.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

US Cryotherapy operates retail recovery and wellness centers delivering whole-body electric cryotherapy (WBC) at -110°F to -180°F, alongside localized cryotherapy, red light therapy, NormaTec compression, Theragun percussive massage, infrared sauna, hydro massage, PEMF, and Cryoskin/Cryo Contour body contouring services. The company also manufactures and sells its own C1 and C4 electric cryotherapy chambers and complementary equipment, and licenses its brand and operating model through a franchise program.

Product overview

US Cryotherapy operates as a multi-service wellness and recovery company offering a unified platform of cryotherapy and complementary wellness treatments. The core offering is Whole Body Electric Cryotherapy (WBC) using proprietary electric chambers at temperatures of -110°F to -180°F, supplemented by Localized Targeted Cold Therapy for specific areas. These primary services are complemented by add-on modules including Red Light Therapy (photobiomodulation), Theragun Deep Muscle Percussion, NormaTec Compression, Infrared Sauna, Hydro Massage Bed, PEMF Therapy, US Cryo Contour body contouring treatments (Contour, Tighten, Cool Contour Facial), Cryoskin Services, Vibration Plate Therapy, and specialized services like T-Shape 2 and LightStim at select locations. The company also manufactures and sells proprietary cryotherapy equipment (C1 Single Room and C4 Two-Stage chambers, localized devices) and operates a franchise model with 19 franchise locations and 6 company-owned centers. A mobile app enables appointment booking and wellness management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Whole Body Electric Cryotherapy (WBC) Ultra-cold walk-in whole-body systemic therapy exposing the body to temperatures between -110°F to -180°F for 2-3.5 minutes, triggering natural healing responses including reduced inflammation, pain relief, and enhanced recovery. Delivered at company-owned and franchise retail centers.
• Localized Targeted Cold Therapy
• Red Light Therapy (Photobiomodulation) Whole-body red and near-infrared light therapy using specific wavelengths to stimulate cellular repair, boost ATP production, reduce inflammation, and improve skin health and collagen production.
• Theragun Deep Muscle Percussion Therapy Advanced percussive therapy using TheraGun devices with brushless commercial-grade motors and QuietForce Technology to target deep muscle tension, increase blood flow, and enhance recovery.
• NormaTec Compression Therapy Dynamic air compression therapy using patented pulse technology in specialized sleeves to enhance circulation, reduce muscle soreness, and speed recovery by mimicking natural blood and lymphatic flow.
• Infrared Sauna Therapy Full-body infrared heat therapy that penetrates skin directly to promote detoxification, increase circulation, boost metabolism, and support muscle and joint pain relief at lower comfortable temperatures.
• Hydro Massage Bed Touch-free water jet massage therapy delivering full-body massage through a waterproof barrier with warm water jets and customizable speed/pressure for deep tissue-like massage without getting wet.
• PEMF (Pulse Electro Magnetic Field) Therapy Low-frequency electromagnetic wave therapy using high-intensity pulsed electromagnetic fields to recharge cells, enhance cellular repair, improve circulation, and support natural healing processes.
• US Cryo Contour (Contour, Tighten, Cool Contour Facial) Non-invasive body contouring treatments using controlled cooling and warming technology to reduce fat cells, improve skin texture, stimulate collagen production, and enhance muscle tone. Includes Contour (fat reduction), Tighten (skin firming), and Cool Contour Facial (face lifting).
• Cryoskin Services (Slim, Tighten, Facial) Thermal shock technology treatments including Cryoskin Slim (fat elimination), Cryoskin Tighten (collagen stimulation and skin firming), and Signature Cryoskin Facial (lymphatic drainage, gua sha, facial cupping).
• C1 Recovery Single Room Cryotherapy Chamber (Equipment) Single-room electric cryotherapy chamber accommodating up to 12+ treatments per hour, 2 persons per session, with estimated $15/day electrical cost. Features remote access, control, and monitoring. Sold directly to individuals, sports teams, colleges, and businesses.
• C4 Two-Stage Cryotherapy Chamber (Equipment) Two-room electric cryotherapy system accommodating 40+ treatments per hour, 4 persons per session, with estimated $40/day electrical cost. Features remote access, control, and monitoring. Sold directly to sports teams, colleges, and businesses.
• Localized Cryotherapy Device (Equipment) 110V portable localized cryotherapy unit blowing cold air at -34°F, designed for home use and sideline/road training room applications.
• Vibration Plate (Equipment) Vibration plate equipment for soft tissue stimulation, lymphatic system activation, joint stress relief, circulation enhancement, and recovery acceleration.
• TheraGun PRO (Equipment) Commercial-grade percussive therapy device with proprietary brushless motor, QuietForce Technology, Bluetooth connectivity, customizable speed range (1750-2400 PPMs), and up to 60lbs of force.
• US Cryotherapy Franchise Program Franchise program with qualifications including $500K+ net worth, $100K+ liquidity, franchise fees of $20K–$30K depending on center size (C1 Small Center vs Large Center), 6% royalty on gross sales, and 1% national marketing fund. Multiple franchise locations operating across the US.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 5 million treatments administered safely and effectively
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• NFL Alumni AssociationcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2017US Cryotherapy is a proud partner of the NFL Alumni Association. This partnership positions the company as a trusted recovery solution for former professional football players and provides marketing visibility with NFL-affiliated athletes.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Impact Cryotherapy: Electric whole-body cryotherapy chamber manufacturer competing head-to-head with US Cryotherapy's C1/C4 chambers for sports-team, clinic, and franchise accounts.
• Cryo Innovations: Manufacturer of electric whole-body cryotherapy chambers used by clinics and athletes; directly comparable on the equipment-manufacturing side of US Cryotherapy's business.
• iCRYO: Cryotherapy and recovery services franchise with a similar multi-modality offering (cryo, compression, red light, infrared sauna) and an aggressive franchise-led growth model.
• Juka Cryosauna: Manufacturer and supplier of cryotherapy equipment (cryosaunas) and operator of cryotherapy service concepts; competes in both the equipment and service categories.
• Restore Hyper Wellness: Largest US franchise/restore hyper wellness chain offering cryotherapy alongside IV drip, infrared sauna, compression, and other recovery modalities; directly competes with US Cryotherapy for the same consumer recovery-wellness dollar.
• Chill Cryotherapy: Multi-location cryotherapy franchise operator offering whole body and localized cryotherapy plus complementary recovery services; directly comparable in service mix and franchise positioning.
• CryoBuilt: Manufacturer and seller of whole-body cryotherapy chambers for commercial and consumer use; competes with US Cryotherapy on the equipment sales channel.
• Arctic Cryo: Cryotherapy services and equipment provider operating studios and selling chambers; comparable service-and-equipment hybrid model to US Cryotherapy.

Broad incumbents

• MECOTEC: Established German manufacturer of electric cryotherapy chambers used by clinics, sports teams, and hospitals worldwide; broader geographic and product footprint than US Cryotherapy's equipment line.
• Zimmer MedizinSysteme: Large medical device manufacturer offering cryotherapy and cold-air therapy devices to clinical and rehabilitation markets; broader medical portfolio but overlapping therapeutic cold-air technology.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/uscryotampa
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/uscryotherapy
• Facebookfacebook.com/uscryotherapyofficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/us-cryotherapy
• Instagraminstagram.com/uscryotherapyofficial/?hl=en

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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