V. P. Ashwin

Localized Head and Facial Cooling under Thermoneutral Conditions: Trigeminal Sensory Pathways, Autonomic Responses, and Cognitive Performance-A Narrative Review

Varvanacia Suchiang, V. P. Ashwin, K. J. Sujatha, Shivaprasad Shetty & Bilatsana Sougrakpam · Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medical Research · 2026

Background: In naturopathy, cold treatments applied to the head and face, such as cold compresses, head packs, and ice massages, are commonly practised. These treatments have a distinct physiological basis compared to whole-body cold exposure, which can impair cognitive performan...