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SIOOT recommendations for the optimal application of the oxygen-ozone therapy in clinical medicine
Marianno Franzini1, Francesco Vaiano1, Umberto Tirelli2
1Italian Scientific Society of Oxygen-Ozone Therapy (SIOOT), Bergamo, Italy; High School Master of Oxygen-Ozone Therapy, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy.
Abstract:
Oxygen-ozone therapy has garnered increasing attention for its potential therapeutic applications, yet its widespread adoption is hindered by inconsistent protocols and a lack of standardized guidelines. Standardizing these protocols is essential to ensure the safety, efficacy, and reproducibility of treatments. Advanced training for physicians and caregivers is paramount, equipping them with evidence-based knowledge and practical expertise to administer this therapy effectively while avoiding unverified or misleading innovative approaches. Scientific Societies play a pivotal role in this endeavour, providing a structured framework for research, education, and dissemination of validated practices, thereby safeguarding patient welfare and fostering the responsible evolution of the field.
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