The use of ozone therapy in pregnant women: indications, restrictions on physiotherapy and effectiveness

Ozone therapy

- a physiotherapeutic treatment and rejuvenation method based on the use of ozone, which is an isomer of oxygen. Ozone has been used for medical purposes since the 50s. last century, in cosmetology - since the 80s. Over several decades, the method has been improved, its effectiveness has increased significantly.

What is ozone and what is this isomer “capable of”

As an active isomer of oxygen, ozone (or triatomic oxygen O3) has a complex anti-inflammatory, regenerating, and disinfectant effect. In particular:

• reduces and even suppresses the activity of microorganisms (fungi, viruses, etc.);
• promotes the expansion of blood vessels - the skin is saturated with oxygen, nutrients are supplied faster and in larger quantities;
• accelerates metabolism, enhances the elimination of toxins;
• activates skin regeneration through fibroblasts, “responsible” for the production of collagen and elastin;
• causes muscle and nervous relaxation, relieves stress and fatigue;
• partially breaks down fats and partially reduces their persistence, enhancing the effect of other procedures (for example, LPG massage); destroys the fibrous membranes of fat cells, which form cellulite;
• when administered intravenously, it enhances the body’s immune defense (activation of pro-antioxidant systems), allows for stable remission in chronic diseases, and prevents complications.

The set of properties of O3 explains the breadth of the range of applications of ozone therapy:

• aesthetic and anti-aging procedures;
• treatment and prevention of cardiovascular, urological, dermatological diseases.

Ozone is used in different ways: in its pure form, subcutaneous injections and injections into joints, mixed with saline or the patient's blood intravenously. External use is also possible - aeration of the scalp or limbs.

Cosmetological indications for ozone therapy

Inflammations on the skin.

Dermatitis and acne often become an external manifestation of “problems” in the body. The immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory properties of ozone make it possible to influence both the effect (skin inflammation) and the cause.

Cuperosis.

Ozone causes overgrowth of dilated capillaries, and very quickly - within a few hours after administration. The vascular network on the face and neck turns pale and then disappears without a trace.

Stretch marks, scars.

Peeling the skin around scar formations improves the appearance of the scar, especially fresh ones.

Dark spots.

Ozone helps get rid of hyperpigmentation of various types and origins due to the rapid regeneration of healthy skin cells without excess melanin.

Age-related signs of skin aging.

Injections are performed using the mesotherapy technique, only instead of a meso cocktail, three-dimensional oxygen is introduced. The skin is saturated with oxygen, the process of forming a new collagen-elastin framework is launched - a lifting effect is ensured.

Alopecia.

Ozone subcutaneous injections activate the activity of hair follicles, bring them to the growth stage, normalize the condition of the scalp, and eliminate excess sebum secretion.

Cellulite.

Our experts note: when carrying out local ozone therapy, even complex areas with fibrosclerosis and edema can be corrected. O3 destroys the sclerotic capsules in which adipocytes are located and helps normalize fat, carbohydrate and protein metabolism.

In addition, ozone therapy can become relevant when it is necessary to accelerate wound healing, eliminate bags under the eyes, swelling, increase overall tone, and relieve chronic fatigue.

Rules for ozone treatment, results of therapy

Ozone therapy is carried out in a hospital setting. More experienced staff work here. Women are monitored in hospitals, as therapy can cause complications.

Treatment is prescribed from 20 and 30 weeks of pregnancy. Treatment cannot be carried out after 36 weeks. More often, a woman is shown 2 courses of therapy. The interval between treatments should be 10 weeks. During the course, the patient is prescribed 5 physiotherapy procedures. Therapy can be carried out daily. It is allowed to carry out ozone therapy every other day. The treatment plan is determined by the doctor.

The procedures are performed by a trained nurse or ozone therapist. The woman is laid on the couch. You cannot stand during therapy. For intravenous administration, the patient is given a drip with the prepared mixture for half an hour. After this, the woman should lie down for 15 minutes.

If the patient is bothered by pain in the lower back and joints, then the drug is administered subcutaneously in the area of ​​pain. Treatment cannot be carried out after 36 weeks. This can worsen the condition of the woman and baby.

Therapy is also possible at a clinic or in a day hospital. After treatment, the woman must lie down for 20 minutes. After therapy, you should not drive a car, as coordination of movements is impaired, and slight dizziness is possible.

With the use of ozone therapy, the patient's condition improves, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, symptoms of gestosis go away, and blood hemoglobin increases. In a pregnant woman, the increased tone of the uterus, which provoked fetal hypoxia, decreases. After a course of therapy with an ozone mixture, sleep and appetite improve. A woman gets sick less, the duration of remission for chronic diseases increases.

When using ozone therapy, the baby's condition improves, fetal movements are normalized, and the heart rate becomes higher (with hypoxia, the heart rate decreases). Treatment helps to enhance labor and reduce the likelihood of hypoxic brain damage in the baby after childbirth. The price for the procedure ranges from 500-2500 rubles.

Ozone therapy helps improve the condition of pregnant women's skin. When using an ozone mixture, the patient's acne content decreases. The skin becomes smoother, wrinkles disappear.

How many ozone therapy treatments will be required?

To obtain a pronounced result, ozone therapy requires a mandatory course of procedures. The quantity is determined individually and depends on what problem is being solved and how severe this problem is:

• comprehensive facial rejuvenation – 5-8 procedures;
• elimination of cellulite, figure correction - at least 10 procedures, on average 15-20;
• elimination of stretch marks, scars - from 5 procedures;
• alopecia treatment – ​​7-10 procedures.

The interval between procedures should be several days. Optimally - twice a week, unless otherwise recommended by a cosmetologist.

Advantages and disadvantages of ozone injections

If you are planning to take ozone in the stomach or other area for weight loss, it is worth considering the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure. Based on the conclusions drawn, it is worth making a decision.

The advantages of ozone injections to get rid of extra pounds are, first of all, that the procedure is highly accessible. There are few contraindications, but there are many more beneficial effects for the body. Using ozone, you can achieve excellent results in the treatment of a large number of diseases, as well as their prevention. With the help of an ozone mixture it is even possible to rejuvenate the body.

Like any healing procedures, ozone injections for weight loss have not only advantages, but also disadvantages. It is necessary to consult a doctor before undergoing the procedure so as not to create problems for your own health.

The quality of the equipment used is subject to fairly high requirements, so it is better to use ozone for weight loss in a clinic that has an impeccable reputation and extensive experience in carrying out such procedures.

The procedures are sometimes accompanied by complications, which are especially common in cases where the patient provided the doctor with incorrect information about the presence of diseases.

How does the procedure work?

Injections are made with a very thin needle directly in the problem area. If necessary, application therapy is used. If the patient has a low pain threshold, it is recommended to take an analgesic an hour before the procedure.

The actual introduction of ozone does not cause pain (contrary to numerous stories on the Internet). We use medical ozone - an ozone-oxygen mixture. After introducing the mixture, the cosmetologist massages the affected area of ​​skin in order to better distribute it. The result begins to appear after the second or third procedure.

Contraindications

The main contraindications to ozone therapy for weight loss are bleeding disorders and/or any blood diseases. But there are other restrictions. You will be denied this type of therapy if:

• pregnancy and lactation;
• cardiovascular failure;
• acute inflammatory processes in the body;
• tendency to increased thrombus formation;
• after a stroke or heart attack;
• hypertension and diabetes mellitus 2-3 degrees;
• autoimmune and systemic viral diseases;
• too low immunity;
• after recent operations;
• hyperthyroidism, other endocrine disorders;
• mental illness, epilepsy.

It is not recommended to carry out ozone therapy during menstruation - it can become too painful, it is better to skip the next session or postpone it for a couple of days.

Rehabilitation

After subcutaneous injections of an ozone-oxygen mixture, there is no rehabilitation as such. Sometimes papules remain on the skin (from injections), swelling and slight hyperemia may occur. All side effects go away quickly. Most patients continue with their planned activities immediately after the procedure.

Some people experience drowsiness, slight dizziness, and weakness. Remember the feeling when you breathe in fresh air filled with ozone after a thunderstorm. It's about the same here. Symptoms of ozone “oversaturation” disappear within a few hours.

Advice from nutritionists

To ensure that fat deposits do not accumulate again after ozone therapy and carboxytherapy procedures, you should consult a nutritionist. Not only the process of losing weight, but also the quality of life in general will depend on the diet prescribed to him.

Abdominal taping for weight loss

The main recommendations of a nutritionist will be:

• Compliance with drinking regime. The amount of fluid consumed per day should be at least 2.5 liters. Water softens toxins that have settled on the walls of the stomach and intestines and removes them from the body through excrement.
• Refusal of any food that is harmful to the body, such as:

1. Fast food;
2. Fatty food;
3. Fried;
4. Alcohol, etc.

• Eating fiber. High fiber content can be found in cereal porridges.
• Consumption of fermented milk products. It normalizes metabolic processes in the stomach and improves intestinal microflora.
• Replacing foods high in sugar with healthy sweets, such as dried fruits.
• It is also not recommended to reduce physical activity. Whether it's going to the gym, swimming or long walks, it doesn't matter. The most important thing is that the body consumes the correct amount of calories.
• General recommendations from nutritionists also include keeping a calorie diary.

Important! In order for calories to be properly consumed by the body, most of them must enter it in the first half of the day.

Why should the bulk of the diet be consumed before lunch? Because during the day there is much more physical activity than in the second half. Accordingly, with the proper functioning of the body, the calories received in the first half of the day will be consumed evenly throughout the day, without being deposited on the hips, stomach and waist. Before the body rests at night, a person will receive a very small amount of calories, which can be processed during the night without loading the internal organs.

Compliance with drinking regime

Benefits of ozone therapy at the El. En."

Maximum effect.

Cosmetologists are fluent in all methods of using ozone and recommend the best option (areas of treatment, method of administration), taking into account the severity of the problem and the characteristics of the skin condition in general.

Attentive attitude towards the patient.

We care how you feel and what you want. We have created an atmosphere of comfort and peace - it is easy to relax, enjoy the cosmetologist and communication with the doctor-process.

Cheerfulness and great mood!

It is necessary! You will feel a surge of energy after a few treatments. The secret is in the correct dosage and perfect technique for administering O3. You will like both the condition of your skin and your well-being.

Possible danger

Recently, some American scientists have opposed the further spread of ozone therapy. They believe that the introduction of ozone can be equated to the entry of free radicals into the blood, which provoke the development of cancer and accelerate the aging process.

This fact can be argued, since there is no convincing evidence that among patients who have undergone ozone therapy for weight loss, the percentage of cancer cases is higher than the statistical average. However, after several procedures, some note the presence of side effects:

• severe headaches;
• signs of general intoxication;
• visual impairment;
• neuroses and mental disorders.

Manifestations of severe allergic reactions to the introduction of ozone have also been repeatedly noted. Even several fatal cases have been recorded.

But individual intolerance can occur to any drug, even the safest one. Therefore, if you are prone to allergic reactions, it is better to do a test first.

Maybe try carboxytherapy?

Carboxytherapy is a treatment using carbon dioxide. Today, clinics use injection and non-injection techniques. The procedure is designed to improve blood circulation and tissue regeneration, remove waste and toxins, effectively break down fats, and remove scars. What is better – ozone therapy or carboxytherapy? Studying patient reviews, you can see that not all women notice the positive effect of carbon dioxide treatment. Carboxytherapy is effective in the presence of not too pronounced age-related changes.