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  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease with limited treatment options.
  • Alternative and off-label treatments are being explored for managing ALS progression.

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  • This review examines ozone therapy as a potential treatment for ALS.
  • Mechanisms of action, preliminary evidence, and safety considerations are discussed.

Key Points:

  • Ozone therapy exhibits antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mitochondrial effects that may slow ALS progression.
  • A non-peer-reviewed study indicated potential benefits in an ALS mouse model.
  • One case reported "ALS reversal" with a treatment cocktail including ozone.

Conclusions:

  • While promising in preclinical models, there are no clinical trials of ozone therapy for ALS patients.
  • Potential serious side effects exist, warranting caution.
  • Investigation in ALS cell or animal models is supported, but ozone therapy is not yet recommended for patients.