The Simply Guide: Ozone Therapy
In the realm of alternative medicine, ozone therapy has been gaining attention for its potential health benefits. Derived from oxygen, ozone therapy involves the therapeutic use of ozone gas to treat various health conditions. While it's been around for decades, its popularity has surged in recent years. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the background, benefits, precautions, and methods of ozone therapy to understand its potential role in wellness.
What is Ozone Gas?
Ozone gas is a powerful molecule composed of three oxygen atoms (O3), distinct from the oxygen (O2) we breathe. Ozone gas has been dubbed as "nature's sanitizer," playing a vital role in the Earth's atmosphere, where it shields us from harmful ultraviolet radiation and purifies the air we breathe. Its oxidative properties make it a potent disinfectant, capable of neutralizing bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. While ozone is commonly associated with environmental protection, its therapeutic potential in healthcare has also been recognized. When used in controlled settings, ozone therapy harnesses the healing properties of ozone to support various wellness goals.
Benefits of Ozone Gas
Scientists have found that pure, medical grade ozone gas can be applied to the body with many beneficial results. Ozone Therapy is an Oxidative Therapy and has been studied and documented to be an effective option for stimulating the body’s innate healing systems to function. By returning super oxygenated blood back to the patient, oxygen is easily able to reach the tissues and organs while also upregulating innate antioxidants. Some of these benefits include:
Improves immune system
Reduces inflammation
Improves mitochondrial function
Antiviral, antifungal, and antimicrobial
Strengthens respiratory system
Improves circulatory system
Relieves pain in wounds and fractures
Limiting stroke damage
Reducing abnormal heart rhythm
Improves brain function and memory
Assistance in autoimmune conditions
Aid in skin conditions
Reduces joint pain and fatigue
Precautions of Ozone Therapy
While ozone therapy holds promise, it's essential to consider the following precautions:
Qualified Practitioners: Ozone therapy should be administered by trained healthcare professionals experienced in its use. When used medically, the gas administered is NEVER inhaled and only given in precise therapeutic doses.
Individualized Treatment: The dosage and frequency of ozone therapy should be tailored to each individual's needs and health status.
We usually recommend a series of 8 sessions with 2 sessions/week, but this can vary depending on the patient’s health status and goals.
Potential Side Effects: Side effects such as headache, fatigue, and respiratory irritation may occur, especially with high-dose therapies.
Contraindications: Ozone therapy is not suitable for pregnant women, individuals with certain medical conditions or taking certain medications (i.e. blood thinners), or those allergic to ozone.
Ozone Therapy at Simply
Simply offers a wide range of ozone therapy treatments to help you feel your absolute best! These treatments include:
Ozone gas enters the ears or nose through a cannula.
Ozone gas enters the ears or nose through a needleless syringe.
Benefits:
Improves sinus pressure and headaches
Helps to treat ear infections and upper respiratory infections
Allergy support
Aids with a lingering cough
Ozone IV Therapy (also known as our IV service, Autohemotherapy)
The treatment consists of the withdrawal of a small amount of the patient's blood, mixing it with medical-grade ozone, and then reintroducing it back into the bloodstream. The oxygen from the ozone attaches itself to the patient’s red blood cells and delivers oxygen to your organs and tissues while the extra oxygen atom acts to upregulate the patient’s antioxidants.
Can be combined with UVB (Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation) to increase detoxification and delivery of oxygen into the bloodstream
Benefits:
Increases oxygen utilization
Decreases inflammation
Improves mitochondrial function
Enhances antioxidant activity
Stimulates/modulates the immune system
Promotes wound healing
Helpful in treating Autoimmune disease
Helps to fight acute and chronic infections
