THERAPUTIC SERVICES

PHOTOPHORESIS
(ALSO CALLED PHOTO-OXIDATION)

What is photophoresis?
It is an oxygenation and ultraviolet light irradiation of the blood. It's a natural healing method that has been used for over 50 years by hundreds of European physicians. It is safe, non-toxic, and very effective. photophoresis was the primary method used to treat infections before antibiotics were discovered.

How is it administered?
The medical procedure involves a venipuncture into a large vein. Approximately 200 cc Of blood is then collected into a sterile container. The blood is oxygenated, irradiated with an ultraviolet light. The cleansed blood is then re-infused to the patient. The procedure takes approximately 40 minutes.

How does it work?
Biological photo-oxidation creates high energy molecules in the blood that stimulate oxidation, the chemistry of life, in the body. The result is a cleansing and healing effect. Bacteria, viruses, fungi, candida, and toxins are removed and circulation is enhanced. These treatments have also been reported to help inhibit cancer growth due to cancer's aversion of oxygen, The cell of the body react to this treatment by releasing important enzymes for cellular detoxification and for the utilization of oxygen. This process improves energy production and heals inflammations quickly by strengthening the immune defense system.

When is photophoresis indicated?
Medical applications for photophoresis include:
• Bacterial illness-pneumonia, colds, urinary tract infections
• Viral illness - flu, hepatitis, herpes, AIDS
• Microbial - gangrene, fungus, Candida
• Injuries - burns, radiation, trauma, wound healing
• Chronic illness - M.S., colitis, cancer, cardiovascular disease
• Radiation and chemotherapy - better tolerated and decreased side effects, cardiovascular resolution.


What should I do after a treatment?
After receiving photophoresis, there are many important things you can do to assist your body in the healing process.

(1) Most importantly, drink plenty of water.Your intake include 8 gasses of pure water. This will help to flush out toxins more effectively.
(2) Make sure you are eliminating regularly. Toxins build up fast in colon. Exercise, increasing fruit and fiber, having colonic therapy, herbal laxatives or flax seed, as suggested below, may all assist you in staying regular while you are healing.

What can I expect after a treatment?
Many people feel better immediately afterwards. Some describe having more energy or feeling more clearheaded. Some people feel worse before they feel better. This is because your body is actually detoxifying from the treatment. The stimulated oxidation process can cause your body to "break" an infection. Detoxification usually includes feeling tired or run down, fever, chills, and general flu-like symptoms. This will usually only last the night of your treatment, and most people feel better afterwards. In individuals with weakened immune system (chronic fatigue, Candida, multiple sensitivities, etc.), it may take up to four treatments (rarely more) before the immune system, is noticeably better. The treatment works on a cellular level and sometimes its' benefits may not be obvious, but strengthening effects are usually noticed within hours for acute infections.