One of the effective methods of treating pain in the back, spine, pain in the lower back, cervical region, the causes of which are osteochondrosis of various parts, hernia, chondrosis - carboxytherapy for the back and spine is rightfully considered. The ancestor of the procedure is the comprehensive treatment programs of famous sanatoriums.
Carbon dioxide injections in the back is an innovative safe technique based on subcutaneous injection of CO2 into the problem area of the back, spine, joints and other parts of the body. The procedure of carboxytherapy for the spine, or as it is also called - gas injections for the back, receives positive reviews from both patients and doctors.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Carboxytherapy – gas injections for the back price by zone
| Name of the procedure, zone (area) of implementation | Cost of the procedure |
| whole back | 2000 |
| cervical + shoulders | 2000 |
| cervical-collar area | 1600 |
| thoracic spine | 1600 |
| lumbar region | 1600 |
| carboxytherapy for spinal hernia, 1 session | 2000 |
| carbon dioxide injections for osteochondrosis, 1 session | 2000 |
| * Discounts apply: | |
| — 20% for each additional zone (except for the eye area) | |
| — 10% when paying for the course (10 procedures) |
Recommendations after carboxytherapy
- After the procedure: rest for 20-30 minutes, then moderate physical activity is indicated, adequate for the patient.
- Do not take a bath, shower, or sauna for 3-4 hours after the procedure
- Wearing loose and comfortable clothing
- Compliance with the drinking regime: 2-3 liters of fluid per day during the day of the procedure, 2-3 days before and after the procedure
- Eliminate the use of alcohol, nicotine, limit the intake of analgesics
- If you regularly use any medications, inform your doctor in advance.
- Before the procedure, do not apply any products to the affected area.
- Before the procedure, prolonged exposure to the open sun and solarium is undesirable.
- After carboxytherapy, you need to protect the injection site from water. In addition, it is prohibited to take a bath or use the sauna.
Side effects
Carboxytherapy extremely rarely causes any side effects, but, nevertheless, they can occur. And this also needs to be taken into account when choosing this procedure. Fortunately, carbon dioxide is not toxic or dangerous; the human body is constantly in contact with it, because carbon dioxide is formed in the lungs during the breathing process.
Diagram of the breathing process
Fortunately, the gas does not cause allergies. But this refers to another aspect related to the human factor: it is important that all equipment used for injections is sterile and safe . Otherwise, there can be no complications after the procedure.
Although, due to some individual characteristics, a person may experience trembling, increased body temperature and heaviness in the limbs. But these are extremely rare occurrences. The appearance of hematomas can also be called a side effect, but they resolve quite quickly.
Hematoma on the back
On a note! At the injection site, the patient may feel a slight crunching sensation under the skin for 30-40 minutes. Then this effect disappears.
Analysis of reviews on the Internet
You can read a variety of reviews about carboxytherapy on the Internet, from sharply negative to hyperpositive. Someone writes that there is absolutely no effect from the procedure, and it is not cheap. Others note positive results fairly soon after starting the course of injections. It is quite possible that the decisive role here is played by the individuality of each organism. For some, it is enough to go through 3-4 sessions to understand that carboxytherapy has given the desired effect, while others, having been on it for an extremely long time, will notice only very minor changes for the better.
Reviews about carboxytherapy are mostly positive
You definitely shouldn’t rely on carboxytherapy alone in the treatment of osteochondrosis - it is not so effective. Usually, magnetic therapy, laser therapy, medications and other methods are used in conjunction with it . But those who additionally used carboxytherapy during treatment noted that the desired effect occurred quite quickly.
Also, most patients, contrary to doctors’ statements, note that the procedure is still painful. But it feels quite bearable. And not many injections are given at one time.
The carboxytherapy procedure for osteochondrosis and other diseases is performed by a certified physiotherapist using a modern device
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.