Ozone Sauna
Benefits of Ozone Steam Sauna Therapy
- Promotes metabolism
- Detox the body
- Stimulates the immune system
- Purifies the blood and lymph system
- Speeds up the metabolic processes resulting in a loss of 200-450 calories in a 30 minute session
- Boosts blood circulation, helping injured muscles to repair quicker. Stimulates the blood vessels relieving pain and speeding up the healing process
- Eliminates bacterial and viral infections of all kinds
- Better absorption of minerals
- Relaxes and loosens muscles by reducing the build up of lactic acid and increasing muscle flexibility
- Oxidises toxins so they can be eliminated through the skin, lungs, kidney and colon
- Far infrared radiation is used to penetrate deep into the joint and surrounding tissues which increases blood flow, reduces inflammation and decrease pain
How many Ozone sessions can I have?
We recommend at least 10 sessions to start off with.
These are not exhaustive protocols and will differ from person to person, but to give you an indication:
* Athletes or similar: 5 sessions every other day, especially before and after athletic events.
* Healthy individuals can have 2-3 sessions a week for a month, thereafter 10 sessions per month.
* Unhealthy individuals can have 3-4 sessions a week for 2 months, thereafter 10 sessions per month.
* Chronically ill individuals can have 3-4 sessions a week for 3 months, thereafter 3 sessions per week.
Why are there dirty spots on my towel after a session?
Ozone helps to rid the body of impurities, viruses and bacteria. Sometimes after an ozone therapy session your body will leave behind a light residue on the towel that can point to certain areas which require support.
The do’s and don’ts of Ozone Therapy
The DO’s of Ozone Therapy:
•Drink a lot of water before and after a session.
For Ozone to be effective you have to at least break a sweat during your session. Hydrating before and after will keep your body hydrated.
•Wear as little clothing as possible during a session.
Ozone is absorbed through the skin. To maximize the benefits of Ozone it is best to
wear as little as possible while in the sauna.
•Support with appropriate supplements.
Ozone promotes vitamin and mineral absorption. But WAIT at least 1 hour after
each session. Supplements taken should include Vitamin B (complex), C, E, A, Zinc, Selenium, N-Acetyl-Cysteine and Copper.
The DON’T’s of Ozone Therapy:
•Do not drink any vitamin C, 1 to 2 hours before or after a session.
Vitamin C and Ozone neutralizes one another, so if someone reacts negatively to the Ozone
you can give them orange juice. This will neutralize any Ozone in the body
•Do not walk directly on cold surfaces after a session.
It is best to keep warm after a session. Your feet are extremely sensitive. Should your body get a severe shock from something cold e.g. walking on cold tiles, this may negatively effect your session and reduce the therapy benefits.
•Do not shower directly after a session.
As mentioned before, Ozone still has an effect even after your session. Taking a shower will remove the Ozone left behind on your skin. Wait at least 2 hours before showering.
•Do not eat large meals after a session.
Like most treatments it is best not to eat a large meal directly after a therapy session. Give your body a chance to repair and build.
•Do not take prescription medication 4-6 hours before a therapy session.
Medication includes blood pressure, insulin and any other prescribed medication. Ozone has very strong oxidizing properties and might change the molecular structure of the medication through oxidization rendering the medication useless. Ozone also increases the absorption of medication, vitamins and minerals by up to 30% effecting prescribed dosages. First consult a medical practitioner.
•Do not do Ozone Therapy after a chemotherapy session.
Wait 4 DAYS after you have had chemo before going for an Ozone Therapy session.Ozone Therapy can increase absorption of chemo effecting the prescribed dosages. Inform and consult your Doctor before starting Ozone Therapy.
•Do not drink alcohol directly before or after a session.
You should wait at least 8 hours after your last drink before going for an Ozone Therapy session, and at least 4 hours after the session before having a drink again.
•Do not go for a session if you are pregnant.
Not under any circumstances. You can resume Ozone Therapy sessions after your baby has been born and after you have stopped breast feeding.
•Do not do Ozone if you have any heart condition.
•Do not do Ozone within 2-3 months of major surgery
Although Ozone is beneficial in the recovery process and assists in healing, the danger lies in bleeding or blood clots loosening as Ozone will thin out your blood.
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