Ozone acting on human blood yields a hormetic dose-response relationship
2011

Ozone Therapy and Its Effects on Human Blood

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Velio A. Bocci, Iacopo Zanardi, Valter Travagli

Primary Institution: Università degli Studi di Siena

Hypothesis

Ozone can be medically useful when it dissolves in blood or other biological fluids.

Conclusion

Ozone therapy can improve blood circulation and oxygen delivery to ischemic tissue, enhancing metabolism and upregulating antioxidant enzymes.

Supporting Evidence

  • Ozone therapy improves blood circulation and oxygen delivery to ischemic tissues.
  • It enhances the general metabolism and upregulates cellular antioxidant enzymes.
  • Ozone therapy induces a mild activation of the immune system.
  • Patients often report a sense of wellness and increased energy during treatment.

Takeaway

Ozone can help our blood work better, making it easier for our bodies to get oxygen and heal.

Methodology

The study reviews clinical studies on ozone therapy in Peripheral Arterial Diseases and analyzes the biochemical reactions of ozone with blood.

Potential Biases

Potential biases may arise from the variability in ozone dosages and patient responses.

Limitations

The effects of ozone therapy can vary based on individual patient conditions and antioxidant levels.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1479-5876-9-66

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