Ozone therapy refers to the process of administering ozone gas into your body to treat a disease or wound. The intent of Ozone Therapy is to increase the amount of oxygen in your body. A higher oxygen level can boost your immune system while promoting healing. Ozone is a unique molecule composed of three oxygen atoms in a dynamically unstable structure due to its mesomeric states. Discovered in the mid-19th century, ozone is both a powerful oxidizing agent and a subject of therapeutic interest. In medical applications, ozone is utilized for disinfection and treatment of diseases through mechanisms such as the inactivation of bacteria, viruses, fungi, yeast, and protozoa, stimulation of oxygen metabolism, and activation of the immune system. Specialized techniques have been developed to safely administer ozone therapy due to its gaseous form. Transcutaneous ozone gas baths in closed systems at sub-atmospheric pressure are particularly effective for external wounds.
When ozone comes into contact with bodily fluids, the resulting reactions form more proteins and red blood cells. This increases oxygen supply in your body. Ozone therapy may disrupt unhealthy processes in your body. It can inactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, yeast, and protozoa. Ozone therapy has been used to address a variety of conditions, including breathing disorders, diabetes, immune disorders, infected wounds, circulatory disorders, geriatric conditions, macular degeneration, viral diseases, rheumatism/arthritis, cancer, SARS, and AIDS, showcasing its versatility in both localized and systemic treatments.
Ozone therapy is tailored to specific therapeutic needs. The three primary topical applications of ozone include gaseous ozone, ozone-saturated solutions, and ozonized vegetable oils. Gaseous ozone is often administered using a plastic bag containing a mixture of ozone and oxygen, which encloses the affected skin area during treatment to ensure targeted exposure. Ozone hydrotherapy involves cleaning the injured sin with ozonized solutions, such as ozonized water, which provides a direct and effective approach to wound care. Ozonized vegetable oils can be directly applied to the skin or used with dressings to provide localized therapeutic benefits.
