Ozone Therapy – Hollywood, FL
Harness the Healing Power of Ozone
When you think of ozone, the first thing that comes to mind might be our planet’s atmosphere. In reality, though, this gas does much more than protect the earth from the sun’s harmful rays. It has a number of powerful applications in medicine. Here at the Institute for Non-Surgical Orthopedics, we are proud to offer ozone therapy in Hollywood, FL, to help our patients find relief from musculoskeletal conditions. Read on below to learn more about this natural and effective treatment.
Why Choose the Institute for Non-Surgical Orthopedics for Ozone Therapy?
- Stimulate Your Body to Heal Itself
- Low-Risk Treatment
- Precise Injections
What Is Ozone Therapy?
The oxygen that humans breathe in is 02; it consists of two oxygen atoms bonded together. Ozone is also called O3, meaning that each molecule contains three oxygen atoms. Humans should not inhale it because it can be toxic. However, when it is utilized as part of a non-surgical orthopedic treatment regimen, it can provide some remarkable benefits.
Ozone is extremely reactive. When its atoms break apart, they instigate a reaction in nearby tissues, which in turn stimulates healing, promotes pain relief, and offers other advantages.
Benefits of Ozone Therapy
Research indicates that ozone therapy has the potential to:
- Encourage your body’s exosomes to move to the treatment area, where they can work to promote healing
- Reduce painful joint inflammation
- Kill harmful invasive molecules, such as fungi, bacteria, and viruses
- Lead to higher levels of NAD+ in the body (NAD+ is important in the functioning of the body’s mitochondria)
- Help the body deal with autoimmune disorders
- Reduce pain and discomfort caused by fibromyalgia
- Enhance tissue oxygenation
Almost as remarkable as its ability to help the body function its best is the fact that ozone therapy is a very low-risk treatment. When it is administered properly, it is highly unlikely to cause adverse side effects. Plus, because it is just oxygen atoms, allergic reactions to it are virtually nonexistent.
How Does Ozone Therapy Work?
If you think that ozone therapy might be beneficial for you, schedule a consultation with our team. After we learn about your circumstances and the specific challenges that you are facing, we will determine whether ozone therapy is a fit for your unique situation.
If we believe that ozone therapy could be an effective part of your regenerative medicine treatment plan, we will educate you about the road ahead. Most patients must attend several ozone therapy sessions before they notice optimum results.
Generally speaking, the ozone is injected strategically into (or near) the parts of the body that are most in need of healing. It is often mixed with oxygen before it is administered intramuscularly. In other cases, it is combined with a patient’s own blood before it is given via an intravenous injection.
Would you like to learn more about ozone therapy and how it may be able to help you lead a healthier, happier life? Contact us today to ask questions or schedule a consultation.
Ozone Therapy FAQs
Our Hollywood, FL, orthopedic team is ready to help you experience the benefits of ozone therapy firsthand. Before you book your consultation, though, you may want to learn more. After all, ozone therapy is not an extremely common treatment, so you may be unfamiliar with the nuances of how it works. To help you understand the road ahead, we have compiled the following list of frequently asked questions, along with succinct answers. If your questions are not touched on here, please reach out to us directly. We will be pleased to speak with you!
What Conditions Can Ozone Therapy Be Used to Treat?
Ozone therapy is often useful for a number of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Carpel tunnel syndrome
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tennis elbow
- Various sports injuries
- Back pain
- Sciatica
- And more!
If you would like to find out if ozone is suitable for your unique situation, book a consultation with our team. We will thoroughly evaluate your case before we design a custom treatment plan to help you feel as well as possible.
Is There a Difference Between Ozone Therapy and Prolozone?
You might sometimes hear “ozone therapy” and “Prolozone” used interchangeably. The truth is, though, that these two treatments are different. Ozone therapy involves the use of ozone mixed with oxygen. On its own, ozone is a powerful healing agent.
Prolozone combines ozone therapy with proliferation therapy (prolotherapy). Prolotherapy involves the use of a minor irritant, usually a type of sugar, which gets injected at the site of damaged tissue. The irritation does not cause any real harm, but it does let your body know that something is wrong. It therefore sends healing and growth factors to the area. In Prolozone treatment, ozone is used alongside prolotherapy in order to produce optimum results.
Is Ozone Therapy Expensive?
Ozone therapy is cost-effective because it requires no hospital stay and the appointments are short. During your consultation, we can discuss the costs associated with your unique treatment plan.
Health insurance does not typically cover ozone therapy because it has not yet been widely accepted by the conventional medical community. Hopefully, that will change in the coming years as more and more practitioners become aware of its value.
Does Ozone Therapy Cause Any Side Effects?
When it is properly administered, ozone therapy is very unlikely to cause any severe side effects. After all, it is just oxygen. However, if it is accidentally inhaled, it can cause unpleasant symptoms, such as coughing, burning of the eyes, nausea, and other temporary issues.
Additionally, some patients experience a flu-like reaction (called a Herxheimer reaction) to ozone treatment. This is not technically considered a side effect because it is part of the human body’s natural healing process.
How Many Ozone Therapy Sessions Will I Need?
During your consultation in our Hollywood, FL, non-surgical orthopedic office, our team will design a custom treatment plan based on your unique circumstances and health needs. After we learn about your situation, we can estimate how many ozone therapy sessions might be required to achieve the best possible results.
Many patients experience a good outcome with 12 – 15 ozone sessions, which may occur twice a week. If you have not noticed any significant benefits by the end of that period, we might advise additional sessions. There is also a chance that we will have to revisit your overall treatment plan.
After your initial course of ozone therapy, we might advise you to visit us periodically (every few months) for maintenance sessions.
Is Ozone Therapy Safe?
Ozone therapy has a long history in the world of medicine. Fortunately, severe adverse outcomes are exceedingly rare when proper safety precautions are implemented. It is important to keep in mind that ozone is made of oxygen, so most patients have no problems tolerating it. (We must acknowledge that misuse of ozone can be dangerous, so it is vital to choose a qualified and safety-conscious provider!)
Some people experience mild discomfort after ozone injections. Nausea is also a possible side effect.
Who Is a Candidate for Ozone Therapy?
Would you like to find out if ozone therapy is right for you? Our team can help you decide during your consultation. We will answer your questions, explain the pros and cons of treatment, and outline realistic expectations for the road ahead. If we conclude that ozone may not be beneficial for your unique case, we can advise you on other treatment options.
There are not very many contraindications for ozone therapy. For example, it is not intended for individuals who are impaired by the use of alcohol or certain drugs. It is also not for patients who have recently had a heart attack, pregnant individuals, or those who are actively bleeding due to an unknown cause.
What Scientific Evidence Is There to Support the Use of Ozone Therapy?
Researchers are engaged in ongoing investigations into the applications and effectiveness of ozone therapy. So far, there is evidence to indicate that it can be helpful for a range of conditions, such as arthritis, lumbar sciatica, and more. It is useful for oxygenating tissues, encouraging wound healing, reducing inflammation, and beyond.
As more and more reputable sources report on ozone therapy and its benefits, we expect it to continue growing in popularity.
How Does Ozone Therapy Interact with Other Treatments?
Ozone therapy is not known to cause interactions with any medications. Often, it is used to complement other treatments without any unwanted side effects. Of course, our team will ask for details about your medical history so we can determine whether to pair your ozone therapy with other methods that could relieve your symptoms.
