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Terms & Conditions

 

1. Services Provided

HICE offers the following services (availability may vary):

  • Ice bath sessions

  • Sauna sessions

  • Contrast therapy

  • Group sessions

  • Private bookings

  • Workshops & events

  • Memberships

  • Drop-in sessions

  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)

  • Merchandise

  • Coffee, matcha, and fresh baked goods

All services are optional and used at your own discretion.

2. Health Declaration & Waiver

  • All clients must complete a health declaration and sign a waiver before participating in:

    • Contrast therapy

    • Ice baths

    • Sauna

    • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

  • Waivers may be completed on-site at HICE or via the app.

  • You confirm that you are medically fit to participate.

  • If you have any medical condition or are unsure, you must seek medical advice before booking.

3. Health & Safety Rules

For everyone’s safety, you agree to:

  • Shower before entering ice baths

  • Maintain mutual respect towards staff and other clients during sessions

  • Follow all staff instructions at all times

  • Exit a session immediately if you feel unwell and inform staff

Failure to comply may result in removal from the session without refund or credit.

4. Assumption of Risk

  • Sauna, ice baths, contrast therapy, and HBOT carry inherent risks.

  • These may include dizziness, fainting, burns, cold shock, pressure-related effects, or injury.

  • You acknowledge and accept these risks when using HICE facilities.

5. Liability

  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, HICE is not liable for:

    • Injury, illness, or complications arising from participation

    • Loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings

  • Nothing in these terms limits liability where caused by negligence.

6. Bookings & Payments

  • All sessions must be booked in advance unless stated otherwise.

  • Payment is required at the time of booking.

  • Prices are subject to change.

7. Cancellations & Credits

  • Cancellations are credited, not refunded.

  • Credits can be used for future sessions within the validity period set by HICE.

  • No-shows may result in loss of session credit.

  • HICE reserves the right to cancel sessions due to safety, maintenance, or operational reasons. Credits will be issued where applicable.

8. Conduct

  • Unsafe, disrespectful, or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated.

  • HICE reserves the right to refuse service or remove any individual without refund or credit.

9. Personal Belongings

  • Personal items are brought at your own risk.

  • Lockers (if provided) are for convenience only.

  • HICE is not responsible for loss or damage.

10. Food & Drink

  • Coffee, matcha, and baked goods are sold on-site.

  • Any dietary requirements or allergies are the customer’s responsibility to disclose.

  • Consumption is at your own risk.

11. Photography & Media

  • Photography or filming is not permitted without staff approval.

  • HICE may only use images or footage for marketing with your consent.

12. Changes to Terms

  • HICE may update these Terms & Conditions at any time.

  • Continued use of services means you accept the latest version.

13. Governing Law

  • These Terms & Conditions are governed by English law.

14. Contact

HICE

Email: info@hicewellness.co.uk

Location:

Unit 10A
Kershaw Garden Centre
Halifax Road
Brighouse
HD6 2QD

 

Benefits of Contrast Therapy

Muscle Recovery & Reduced Soreness

Cold water immersion has been shown to significantly reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and improve post-exercise recovery.

Bleakley et al., 2012; Hohenauer et al., 2015

Improved Circulation & Vascular Function

Alternating between hot and cold enhances blood flow.

Wilcock et al., 2006

Reduced Inflammation

Research suggests cold exposure may reduce inflammatory markers and tissue swelling following intense physical activity.

Leeder et al., 2012

Cardiovascular Health Support

Regular sauna bathing has been associated with improved cardiovascular function and reduced risk of cardiovascular-related mortality.

Laukkanen et al., 2015

Mental Wellness & Stress Resilience

Cold exposure has been linked to improved mood. Sauna use has also been associated with reduced stress and enhanced psychological wellbeing.

Hirvonen et al., 2002; Laukkanen et al., 2018

Improved Sleep Quality

Passive heat exposure has been shown to support relaxation and improved sleep onset, contributing to overall wellbeing.

Haghayegh et al., 2019

Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Post-Stroke Recovery

Improved memory and brain activity.

Efrati, 2014; Ploughman et al., 2015

Athletic Recovery

Supports and accelerates recovery.

Ishii et al., 2005

Orthopaedics

Significant improvement on quality and speed of recovery.

Camporesi et al., 2010

Brain Injury / Concussion / TBI

Reduces neuro-inflammation and improves blood flow, brain function, sleep, and neuroplasticity.

Lin et al., 2021; Shapira et al., 2021; Boussi-Gross et al., 2013

ME / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Reduces symptom severity and improves quality of life.

Ablin et al., 2023; Akarasu et al., 2023

Crohn's Disease

78% showed clinical improvement.

Long COVID

Improves sleep, pain, psychiatric symptoms, and quality of life, with benefits lasting up to one year.

Hadanny et al., 2024