Leicester defender Danny Simpson shares happy Easter Instagram post from -135C cryotherapy ice chamber

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Most people would prefer to be tucking into a few chocolate eggs on Easter Sunday but Leicester defender Danny Simpson had other ideas. 

Simpson spent time in a -135C cryotherapy chamber as he recovered from his side's 2-2 draw at Selhurst Park against Crystal Palace on Saturday.

The right-back posted a picture on his Instagram page and could be seen taking protective measures from the icy temperatures. 

Danny Simpson shared this picture on his Instagram page, wishing followers a Happy Easter

He wore a face mask, gloves and sweat-bands on his arms and head. 

Cryotherapy chambers are regularly used as a recovery tool in a range of professional sports and, with the games coming thick and fast, are a useful accessory for athletes. 

The exposure to such a dramatic drop in body heat reduces pain and inflammation in muscles.

Simpson accompanied his picture with the caption: 'Happy Easter everyone, Ice cryo chamber for recovery this morning -135.' 

Danny Simpson (left) started for Leicester in their 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace

Simpson was in need of his cryotherapy recovery after a bruising encounter on Saturday

The 30-year-old featured in Craig Shakespeare's starting line-up against Crystal Palace and picked up a yellow card as his team added another point to their tally. 

Shakespeare has revived the fortunes of the Foxes who now lie in 12th place, nine points clear of the relegation zone. 

Simpson will be hoping his commitment to recovery will pay off with Leicester's Champions League second leg against Atletico Madrid taking place at the King Power on Tuesday.

Simpson is likely to need all the recovery he can get with another game to come on Tuesday