Dr. Kıvanç Katmerlikaya, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist from Medipol Health Group, stated that the use of ozone therapy has recently increased in the field of health and shared the details of the treatment method. Stating that ozone is a gas consisting of three oxygen atoms, Dr. Katmerlikaya stated that medical oxygen in hospitals is converted into ozone through the generator and used in treatment in this way.
Ozone therapy, one of the innovative methods that have spread rapidly in the field of health in recent years, has made a name for itself with the positive results it provides in different diseases. It is stated that ozone is especially good for many health problems such as joint pain, neurological diseases and immune system regulation. Dr. Kıvanç Katmerlikaya, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist from Medipol University Sefaköy Hospital, explained the benefits of this modern treatment method and how it is applied.
Used in multiple diseases
Dr. Katmerlikaya stated that ozone therapy is especially used in problems related to arthritis and joint wear, and that it also has therapeutic effects in neurological diseases such as Parkinson's and MS. Emphasizing that the patient only needs to spend 15-20 minutes for treatment, Dr. Katmerlikaya said that we can safely apply it to many patients except for some special cases. We do not apply this treatment to patients with favism and thyroid dysfunction, popularly known as 'broad bean disease'. It is also not recommended for pregnant women.”
How is it applied?
Giving information about how ozone therapy is applied, Dr. Katmerlikaya said, “There are two basic methods of treatment. Systemic and local application. In systemic application, about 100 cc of the patient's blood is taken and combined with ozone and given back to the body. The materials used here must be resistant to ozone. Otherwise, the effect of the treatment decreases. In local application, ozonized blood is injected into the muscle, usually into the shoulder or hip area. With the treatment, the blood circulation of the patients is improved and the immune system is regulated.”
Positive results in different diseases
Stating that ozone therapy gives positive results by increasing serotonin levels in psychological conditions such as depression, Dr. Katmerlikaya stated that they also achieved successful results in the treatment of diabetic foot in diabetic patients. He said that ozone therapy is also effective in lumbar and neck hernias, chronic fatigue syndrome and rheumatic diseases. Stating that ozone can be applied into the joint in joint calcifications, Dr. Katmerlikaya stated that it is applied to the points deemed appropriate for patients with muscle pain.
No side effects, results are satisfactory
Emphasizing that ozone therapy has no known serious side effects, Dr. Katmerlikaya stated that the treatment, which is applied once or twice a week, is performed in cures of 10-12 sessions in total. Stating that they get satisfactory results at the end of the treatment, Katmerlikaya said, “Depending on the patient's condition, the treatment period can be extended or repeated depending on clinical changes during the year.” Stating that one of the biggest advantages of ozone therapy is its low side effect profile, Dr. Katmerlikaya added that the comfort of the patients is not impaired during the treatment process.
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