4th Global Longevity Med Summit | May 6-7, 2026

Targeted Cryotherapy: A Novel Approach to Modulating Inflammation, Mitochondrial Function, and Healthy Aging

Manuel Riegner

Founder of the Surf Your Life Institute, Switzerland

Dr. Manuel Riegner, Founder of the Surf Your Life Institute, Switzerland

Manuel Riegner, MD has been living and working in Zürich, Switzerland since 2013. As an expert in Metabolic Psychiatry and Longevity Medicine, he combines traditional healing wisdom with cutting-edge health technologies to optimize health, resilience, and lifespan.
 
He is the founder of the Surf Your Life Institute and co-founder of Aetera and the Swiss Longevity Hub, initiatives driving innovation in personalized longevity, advanced diagnostics, and health optimization.
 
A key focus of Manuel’s work is the integration of personal rhythms into diagnostics and behavioral change strategies. By aligning biological, psychological, and lifestyle rhythms, he develops tailored approaches that promote sustainable health improvements and long-term wellbeing.
 
Manuel advises companies across various industries—including luxury hotels, resorts, and wellness retreats—on implementing longevity concepts and technologies, as well as rhythm-based strategies for corporate health and personalized guest experiences.
 
As a member of the Transformative Technology Academy and a frequent speaker at international conferences, he shares insights on longevity, metabolic health, personal rhythms, and the future of personalized healthcare. Bridging ancient wisdom with modern science, Manuel is dedicated to enhancing quality of life and making sustainable longevity accessible across diverse settings.
Manuel Riegner | Founder of the Surf Your Life Institute

Targeted Cryotherapy: A Novel Approach to Modulating Inflammation, Mitochondrial Function, and Healthy Aging

Chronic low-grade inflammation and mitochondrial dysfunction are now widely recognized as key accelerators of aging and contributors to a host of chronic conditions—from metabolic disorders to neurodegeneration. Among the most promising tools to combat these processes is controlled cold exposure, known to activate powerful cellular repair mechanisms.
 
This session introduces a cutting-edge approach to cryotherapy: targeted hand cooling. Unlike whole-body cryo chambers or ice baths, localized cryotherapy through the hands activates thermoregulatory pathways that spark full-body physiological benefits—with fewer risks and greater accessibility.
 
In this session, you will learn:
 
·       How cold exposure influences mitochondrial biogenesis, reduces systemic inflammation, and supports cellular resilience
·       The latest comparisons between whole-body cryotherapy, cold water immersion, and targeted cryotherapy
·       How devices like Vacuul are leading a new era of personalized cryotherapy — delivering high-efficacy, non-invasive wellness solutions for pain management, recovery, and longevity
 
Whether you’re a clinician, biohacker, or wellness innovator, this session offers actionable insights into how precision cold therapy can be safely and effectively integrated into modern longevity protocols.