Benefits of Ozone Nasal Insufflation

     Ozone is a naturally occurring molecule that is present in our upper atmosphere.  In the ozone layer of the stratosphere most of the sun’s ultraviolet radiation is absorbed.  As the ozone descends from the stratosphere, it breaks down into oxygen resulting in only a minuscule amount of ozone present in the air we breathe.  The word ozone comes from a Greek word meaning smell.  As the name explains, ozone has a very distinct odor to it.  Once you smell it, you will forever recognize the smell as ozone. 

​     There are many benefits to ozone being used as a therapy.  Ozone therapies can generally be administered via IV, or insufflation.  Insufflating ozone involves drawing the isolated ozone gas into a syringe and injecting the gas directly into the nasal cavities, rectum or vagina.  When administered through the rectum or vagina, a small catheter is inserted and the gas is injected through the catheter.  The patient will then rest and lie still for approximately 20 minutes in order for the gas to be absorbed into the blood stream.  So long as the procedure is performed by a qualified professional, this is a very safe method of ozone therapy.

     Nasal insufflation involves the patient injecting approximately 30 ml of ozone directly into the nasal cavity via both nostrils.  The patient does this while holding their breath.  After approximately 10 to 15 seconds, the patient exhales through their nose thus expelling the remaining ozone gas that was not absorbed.  The patient is encouraged to exhale as opposed to inhaling the remaining gas because the ozone can cause some patients to cough or cause temporary throat irritation.  The entire procedure takes less than one minute from the time of administration.

     So what are the benefits of nasal insufflation of ozone?  It provides many benefits to both the nasal passageways and the entire body.  Several of the most common benefits include:

• Decrease in sinus pressure
• Decrease in inflammation throughout the nasal passageways
• Relief from both acute and chronic sinusitis
• Relief from migraine headaches
• Relief from asthma, bronchitis, and other upper respiratory infections
• Fights harmful bacteria and viruses
• Promotes general health and wellness

 
     DCAM is excited to announce we will soon be offering ozone nasal insufflation.  This will provide yet another exciting modality for our patients to try during their health journey!