Carboxytherapy for the spine and joints - methods, indications, recommendations

Indications for use of the method

Carboxytherapy is used as a treatment for joint diseases. Used to prevent diseases of the musculoskeletal system, which include:

• rheumatoid arthritis;
• deforming arthrosis;
• dystrophic disorders in joint ligaments;
• osteochondrosis, hernias;
• dysfunction of the vestibular system (impaired balance and coordination of movements);
• constant pain in joints and back.

Treatment with carbon dioxide, as an adjuvant, is used in neurology, urology and gynecology.

How does the session work?

The course of treatment for arthrosis of the knee, elbow or shoulder includes 4-10 sessions. To maintain the effect, orthopedists recommend repeating it 2-3 times a year. No special preparation is required before the procedure. Sterile medical carbon dioxide is administered with a disposable needle using a dispenser.

The doctor doses the amount of injected carbon dioxide, the “step” and the depth, depending on the degree of damage to the joint, the patient’s condition, and the expected effect. Also, the number of sessions, their duration and frequency are determined individually. The procedure is performed by a specialist who has been trained and received a certificate.

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Effect

Already after the first session of carboxytherapy, the functionality of the body increases, cells and tissues are saturated with nutrients, pain and spasm disappear, and immune defense is activated.

Weakened cartilage, blood vessels, and nerve processes are supplied with oxygen, and the symptoms of degenerative disorders become less pronounced. After the procedure, the development of pathology slows down. Blood circulation in the affected areas increases.

• Muscle spasm disappears
• The inflammatory process is reduced
• Reduces vertebral pressure on nerve endings
• Cerebrovascular accidents and dizziness weaken or disappear
• Improves the drainage of lymphatic fluid
• The functionality of damaged spinal segments is restored
• Restores spinal cord activity
• The cartilage layer is saturated with nutrients, the regeneration of damaged tissue is accelerated
• Signs of meteopathy (meteosensitivity) are relieved
• Improves nervous system function and improves sleep
• Venous blood flow is restored
• Accelerates the breakdown of fats
• Metabolic processes are stimulated
• The body begins to produce collagen
• Strengthens the body's defenses

Gas injections have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antimicrobial, rejuvenating, and restorative effects.

Relief occurs after the first procedure. The duration of the therapeutic course is from 3 to 10 sessions. The decision on the duration of the course is made by the doctor, and he takes into account age, general condition, and severity of the pathology. The effect after 1 course lasts from 6 to 12 months. To maintain the effect, you can do the procedure an additional time every 4 weeks.

Carboxytherapy of the back for pain in the lower back, neck, osteochondrosis

Osteochondrosis is a pathology of the spine caused by both age-related changes and other external factors, which is characterized by changes in the vertebrae and intervertebral discs.

Carbon dioxide injections for osteochondrosis are actively used in modern clinics. Carboxytherapy of the spine is indicated for herniated intervertebral discs, protrusions, and other acute and chronic back diseases.

The result of the procedure is a reduction in stagnation in tissues, improved blood circulation, and activation of lymphatic drainage. In addition, metabolism improves, it has a relaxing effect on tense muscles and reduces back and lower back pain.

This type of treatment is successfully used for chronic pain syndromes, as well as in cosmetology and dietetics to combat excess body weight and cellulite.

The carboxytherapy procedure for the spine is successfully combined with other treatment methods. This allows it to be used in complex treatment and rehabilitation of patients.

Operating principle

Carboxytherapy is based on exposure to carbon dioxide. This component can significantly accelerate blood circulation with absolutely no harm to the body. The tissues are saturated with oxygen, which makes it much easier for beneficial microelements to be absorbed.

When carbon dioxide is introduced under the skin, rapid cell regeneration occurs. Carbon dioxide not only has a rejuvenating effect, but also a healing one. It is for this reason that it is used not only to restore aesthetics, but also for medicinal purposes. Carbon dioxide promotes the breakdown of subcutaneous fat, so the technique is sometimes used for local weight loss or giving spectacular relief.

In addition, the effect of carbon dioxide on the skin promotes collagen production. The skin becomes smooth, even and more elastic.

Regardless of what type of procedure you choose, the active substance is able to penetrate into the deep layers of tissue. The effect of the procedure lasts for a long time.

Price

Carboxytherapy cannot be done in all clinics in Russia; this procedure is carried out only in large medical centers in large cities. However, despite this, this area of ​​treatment is actively developing. The price of 1 session and the entire course depends on the level of the medical institution, equipment, treatment area, and number of procedures. B - prices for carboxytherapy sessions are quite low, so you, dear patients, have the opportunity to immediately purchase a course of treatment of 3-5 sessions.

Contraindications

Carboxytherapy should not be used in the following cases:

• heart disease;
• myocardial infarction;
• heart failure;
• cardiac ischemia;
• dysfunctions of hematopoiesis and breathing;
• vein thrombosis;
• pregnancy;
• lactation period;
• epilepsy;
• liver and kidney failure;
• psychoneurological disorders;
• dermatological diseases in the injection area;
• suppuration and tissue necrosis;
• malignant neoplasms;
• incompatibility of medications taken.

Advantages and disadvantages of the method

Why is carboxytherapy so popular?

• The procedure is painless;
• Minimum list of contraindications;
• The visible effect is noticeable after just a couple of procedures;
• The result lasts for a long time.

The only disadvantages that can be noted are redness of the skin and slight swelling at the injection site. Don’t worry, these consequences are quite normal and will go away on their own within a few days.

Carboxytherapy – gas injections for the back price by zone

Indications in neurology

• Arthritis
• Arthrosis
• Osteochondrosis
• Rheumatic diseases
• Intervertebral hernia
• Inflammation or dystrophy of joints
• Pain in the spinal muscles
• Headache and dizziness
• Gout
• Osteoporosis
• Contraindications
• Pregnancy and lactation
• Acute infectious diseases
• Increased body temperature
• Early period after myocardial infarction
• Uncompensated arterial hypertension
• Diseases of the heart, lungs, thyroid gland, liver, kidneys, uncompensated
• Acute thrombophlebitis, thromboembolism
• Gangrene
• Epilepsy
• Dermatitis in the intervention area

History of the method

The history of using the carboxytherapy method dates back to the 30s in the resort of Royat, France. At that time, a similar procedure was used to treat peripheral arteriopathy, by immersion in carbonated water, and in the form of dry baths, and later in the form of subcutaneous injections to relieve pain syndromes.

Then there in France, in the 40s. carboxytherapy was recognized as one of the methods of physiotherapy in the treatment of vascular diseases (Royat Institute for Research in Vascular Pathologies, 1948). Nowadays, this method is actively practiced in cosmetology, neurology, aesthetic medicine, psychiatry, physiotherapy, correction of local fat deposits, microcirculation disorders, muscle tissue therapy, treatment of the spine and joints. Carboxytherapy is a very popular procedure in Karlovy Vary and many people go there to improve their health. Now this effective procedure is actively used all over the world, and in Kaliningrad you can use it in the centers of the “KATARINA Health and Beauty Factory” in neurology and cosmetology.

How is carboxytherapy performed on the back and spine?

The procedure is carried out by a specialist, dermatocosmetologist Oksana Grigorievna Petrushkova, who is a certified specialist in carboxytherapy of all zones. You can view her diplomas and certificates here...

Gas injections for back pain are carried out using a certified Czech Med Expert CO2 device, which has a registration certificate (RU). A distinctive feature of the device is the CO2 heating function for injections for lumbar osteochondrosis, radiculitis and back pain.

Gas injections for radiculitis and back pain

Carboxytherapy - gas injections for the back are performed with the patient lying down. The specialist marks the injection points, which should be symmetrically to the right and left of the spinal column at a distance of 2 cm from the spinous processes and at a distance of 2 cm from each other.

During carboxytherapy of the back, injections are made at an angle of 45 to a depth of 3-4 mm through a 30G 0.3x13 or 31G 0.3x6 needle.

Gas consumption for each injection is 1 ml in the first procedure. In subsequent procedures, the optimal amount is 2 ml of gas per 1 injection.

This depth of CO2 injection during carboxytherapy for the back ensures rapid expansion of the surface capillaries of the microvasculature of the skin of the back, which is manifested by the almost instantaneous appearance of erythema, up to diffuse bright hyperemia at the sites of CO2 injections.

The severity and duration of hyperemia correlates with the severity of microcirculation disorders. The brighter and longer the hyperemia is observed, the more pronounced the disturbance of microcirculation was before the procedure.

Gas injections for osteochondrosis of the lumbar spine, lower back pain

Carboxytherapy for pain in the lower back and lumbosacral region is carried out subcutaneously or intramuscularly at an angle of 45-90. The depth of injection is 0.5 - 0.7 cm, the amount of injected CO2 is 1.0 - 5.0 ml.

During carboxytherapy of the lumbosacral region, the doctor also performs gas injections into the areas where the pain radiates.

Gas injections for radiculitis and lower back pain have an analgesic, reflex antispasmodic effect. Relieves swelling and inflammation. They enhance microcirculation, relaxation of muscle fibers, and reduce tissue hypoxia.

Carboxytherapy for osteochondrosis, spinal hernia

CO2 gas injections for osteochondrosis and for back pain due to hernia are carried out subcutaneously and intramuscularly at an angle of approximately 45. The choice of injection points is determined by palpation, directly into the area of ​​trigger points of pathologically tense muscles in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.

The number of points for gas injections of the back for osteochondrosis varies significantly and is determined individually, but is usually 16-20 per procedure.

Carbon dioxide injections for osteochondrosis relieve pain and muscle spasms, relieve inflammation, improve microcirculation and activate metabolic processes.

Carboxytherapy for the neck for osteochondrosis of the cervical spine

Before injections, the skin is treated with an antiseptic solution (usually chlorhexidine). After treatment, injections are performed. First, paravertebral - subcutaneous. This injection is not painful, it does not enter the blood vessels. Then we carry out carboxytherapy of the collar zone.

Carboxytherapy of the cervical-collar zone is indicated for cervical osteochondrosis, dizziness and hypertension of the first degree, which are also caused by osteochondrosis of the cervical vertebrae.

A course of carboxytherapy for cervical osteochondrosis consists of 5-10 procedures 2 times a week. To maintain treatment, it is recommended to repeat the course 1-2 times a year.

What should you remember before the procedure?

• Go to the procedure in loose, comfortable clothing that eliminates pressure on the area of ​​the affected joint.
• For 2-3 days before the session, follow a special drinking regime: drink 2-3 liters of still water per day. Follow the same regimen for another 2 days after the procedure.
• Do not take analgesics, alcohol or smoke the day before.
• If you are taking any medications, tell your doctor.
• After the session, take care to rest for 20-30 minutes, and then limit physical activity, especially in relation to the affected joint.
• Do not take a bath or shower for 3-4 hours after the procedure.

Follow your doctor's advice

Carboxytherapy (pneumopuncture)

Carboxytherapy (pneumopuncture) is an innovative medical approach to the treatment of the spine and joints. High technologies are changing our habits and in many ways are detrimental to the musculoskeletal system. We sit at the computer, studying, driving, in front of the TV. A sedentary lifestyle catches us at a fairly young age. According to statistics from Rospotrebnadzor, over the past 5 years, ODA problems among high school students have increased 2.5 times. Diseases of the spine and joints often progress to severe pain, pinched nerve endings, muscle spasms and, ultimately, limited mobility by the age of 30. Carboxytherapy can improve the patient’s condition after the first session.