Type
Hydrogen Therapy
Duration
15 min
What's included
3 deliverables in this treatment
- 15-minute supervised molecular hydrogen (H₂) inhalation session
- Trained operator supervision throughout
- Use of H₂ inhalation device with mask or nasal cannula
Molecular hydrogen inhalation at Kryoterapie Olomouc involves breathing a controlled flow of H₂ gas — colourless, tasteless, and odourless — for 15 minutes via an inhalation device in a supervised setting. Molecular hydrogen is being studied as the most selective antioxidant molecule known: because H₂ is the smallest existing molecule, it can penetrate cell membranes and reach mitochondria, where it may neutralise the most cytotoxic reactive oxygen species (hydroxyl radicals and peroxynitrite) without disrupting beneficial signalling ROS. The only metabolic byproduct of H₂ is water, making it inherently hydrating. Produced naturally by gut bacteria, hydrogen is already part of the body's internal chemistry. Sessions are available in 15 or 30-minute durations; the 15-minute option is a low-friction introduction for those new to the modality.
About this treatment
Molecular hydrogen (H₂) inhalation at Kryoterapie Olomouc is delivered via a specialised inhalation device that produces a flow of H₂ gas, administered in a relaxed seated position for either 15 or 30 minutes. The gas is colourless, tasteless, and odourless — the experience is virtually indistinguishable from breathing normal air, with no discomfort or adjustment period required.
The science behind hydrogen therapy centres on its exceptional selectivity as an antioxidant. Unlike conventional antioxidants such as vitamin C or glutathione, which can interfere with a broad range of reactive oxygen species including those needed for healthy cellular signalling, H₂ is proposed to selectively scavenge only the most damaging ROS: the hydroxyl radical (•OH) and peroxynitrite (ONOO⁻). These are among the most reactive and cell-damaging…
Molecular hydrogen is the smallest molecule in existence, which gives it a unique pharmacokinetic advantage: it can cross the blood-brain barrier, penetrate lipid cell membranes, and reach subcellular compartments including mitochondria that larger antioxidant molecules cannot access. H₂ is also produced endogenously by the gut microbiome in small quantities, meaning the body already has biological machinery for handling it.
Good to know
- Duration
- 15 minutes
- Gas
- Molecular hydrogen (H₂)
- Method
- Inhalation device — seated, relaxed
- Byproduct
- Water only — no toxicity
Who is this for?
Oxidative stress reduction, post-exercise recovery, inflammatory conditions, longevity and antioxidant support, stacking with cryotherapy sessions
Preparation required
No preparation required. Arrive and be seated — the session begins immediately. Avoid smoking for at least 1 hour before the session. No dietary restrictions.
About the clinic
Reviews, team and credentials
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Clinical team
Languages: cs
Treatment highlights
- 15-minute supervised molecular hydrogen (H₂) inhalation session
- Trained operator supervision throughout
+1 more item in What's included
150 Kč for a 15-minute session; 250 Kč for a 30-minute session. Sessions priced individually with no minimum commitment. The 30-minute session offers better value per minute (8.3 Kč/min vs 10 Kč/min) for those who want a longer antioxidant exposure.