Woman Dies in Cryotherapy Incident at Paris Gym

paris - Tragic incident in Paris gym as woman dies during cryotherapy treatment. Investigation underway into the dangers of cryotherapy.

Tragic Incident at Paris Gym

A 29-year-old woman tragically passed away during a cryotherapy treatment at a gym in Paris. The treatment involves exposing the body to extreme cold for a few minutes.

Details of the Incident

• A nitrogen leak in the cryotherapy chamber caused the woman to fall unconscious.
• Another woman, aged around 34, suffered a heart attack and is in intensive care.
• Three individuals who assisted in the resuscitation were hospitalized.
• Over 150 people were evacuated from the gym.

Controversy Surrounding Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy, popular among athletes for reducing muscle injuries, has raised safety concerns in the past. A similar incident resulted in a fatality in Los Angeles in 2015.

The European Industrial Gases Association had previously warned about the risks associated with cryotherapy in 2018.