Ozone therapy is defined as a set of techniques that use ozone as a therapeutic agent in a wide variety of pathologies. It is a completely natural therapy, with few contraindications and minimal side effects, provided it is carried out properly.

This therapy can be applied to various pathologies, especially those of an inflammatory nature. The physiological effects of ozone in the organism include: direct local action, with disinfectant and trophic properties. Systemic antibacterial and antiviral effect, resulting from the slight formation of peroxides. Modulation of the immune system. Increased red blood cell flexibility. Increased production of 2-3 diphosphoglycerate in red blood cells, which facilitates the release of oxygen in the tissues. Improvement of microcirculation through vasoregulatory action on the endothelium.

It also has various applications in the locomotor system, such as: osteoarthritis (hip, knee, spine, etc.), rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune arthritis, enthesitis, bursitis and tendonitis, rheumatic fibromyalgia, disc herniation and discoradicular conflicts, canal stenosis, carpal tunnel syndrome and other peripheral neuropathies, local treatment of septic processes (osteomyelitis).

What are the benefits of ozone?
The main benefits of ozone include its anti-inflammatory effect, its ability to regulate the immune system and the absence of side effects compared to other types of infiltrations, such as corticosteroids, which can raise blood glucose levels, especially in diabetic patients, and increase blood pressure in hypertensive individuals.

How does ozone work in the treatment of pain?
Its effect on pain is manifested mainly through its anti-inflammatory action, which reduces inflammation and, therefore, pain.

Is it a curative or palliative treatment?
It can play both a palliative and curative role, depending on the patient’s characteristics.

Adapted from: https://hospitalcruzrojacordoba.es/consejos-de-salud/los-beneficios-la-ozonoterapia/