EBOO Therapy (Extracorporeal Blood Oxygenation and Ozonation) is an advanced IV ozone treatment offered at Castro Integrative Medicine to support detoxification, reduce inflammation, and enhance mitochondrial and immune health.
At Castro Integrative Medicine in Charlottesville, we are proud to be among the very few clinics nationwide offering EBOO therapy – Extracorporeal Blood Oxygenation and Ozonation – one of the most advanced and rare forms of ozone therapy available today. Found primarily in specialized integrative medicine centers across the country, EBOO is transforming how chronic illness, inflammation, and toxin overload are addressed at the cellular level.
For patients struggling with chronic illness, inflammation, or toxin exposure, traditional detox methods often don’t reach deep enough to restore balance at the cellular level. That’s where EBOO comes in.
EBOO purifies, oxygenates, and rejuvenates the blood in real time, offering hope and healing for those facing persistent fatigue, chronic infections, mold illness, Lyme disease, autoimmune conditions, and toxin overload.
In this post, we’ll break down what EBOO therapy is, how it supports healing at the cellular level, and why it’s one of the most impactful therapies we offer at Castro Integrative Medicine.
What Is EBOO Therapy?
EBOO stands for Extracorporeal Blood Oxygenation and Ozonation – a name that describes the process perfectly. “Extracorporeal” means outside the body. In EBOO, your blood is gently drawn from one vein, circulated through a sterile system where it is filtered and infused with oxygen and medical-grade ozone, then returned to your body through another vein.
This process helps to:
- Increase oxygen delivery to tissues
- Reduce inflammation and microbial load
- Neutralize toxins and free radicals
- Improve overall circulation and immune function
Unlike standard ozone IV treatments, which treat smaller amounts of blood at a time, EBOO continuously processes a much larger volume – up to two liters in a single session – allowing for a deeper, more systemic detoxification effect.
How EBOO Works
During an EBOO session, blood passes through a sophisticated filtration and oxygenation system. As the blood moves through the circuit, it interacts with controlled concentrations of medical ozone – a naturally occurring molecule composed of three oxygen atoms.
Ozone has powerful oxidative properties that help break down harmful substances and stimulate the body’s own antioxidant defenses. It also enhances red blood cell flexibility, improving oxygen delivery to even the smallest capillaries.
The filtration component is equally important. It helps remove inflammatory molecules, heavy metals, micro-toxins, and waste products that contribute to chronic disease and fatigue.
At the end of the session, your blood is cleaner, better oxygenated, and more capable of nourishing your organs and tissues. Many patients describe feeling lighter, clearer, and more energized after their first treatment.
What Makes EBOO Different from Other Detox Therapies
There are many ways to support detoxification – from saunas and supplements to IV therapies and chelation – but EBOO stands apart because it combines detoxification, oxygenation, and circulation support all at once.
Here’s how it differs:
- Deeper purification: While chelation or liver detox programs focus on mobilizing toxins, EBOO physically filters inflammatory waste products directly out of the blood.
- Enhanced oxygenation: Oxygen-rich, ozonated blood helps repair tissues, combat infection, and restore mitochondrial function – the energy production centers of your cells.
- Immediate results: Many patients experience noticeable improvements in energy, mental clarity, and pain reduction within days of their first session.
It’s an advanced therapy that integrates seamlessly with other treatments like Procaine IV therapy, Vitamin C IV therapy, and Phosphodylcholine IV push, to accelerate the body’s natural healing processes.
Who Can Benefit from EBOO
EBOO therapy is ideal for patients whose systems are burdened by chronic inflammation or toxin accumulation. At CIMC, we often recommend EBOO for individuals struggling with:
- Mold and mycotoxin illness (CIRS)
- Lyme disease and co-infections
- Chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia
- Autoimmune and inflammatory disorders
- Heavy metal or chemical toxicity
- Long-haul viral or post-infectious symptoms
- Poor circulation, brain fog, or low oxygenation
Because EBOO works on the cellular and circulatory level, it benefits nearly every system of the body – supporting energy production, detoxification, and immune balance simultaneously.
What to Expect During an EBOO Session
At Castro Integrative Medicine, our EBOO treatments are provided in a calm, professional environment under medical supervision. Each session typically lasts between 60 and 90 minutes.
Here’s what a typical session looks like:
- Preparation: Your provider will insert two IV lines – one for blood removal and one for return.
- Filtration and oxygenation: Your blood circulates through the EBOO system, where it’s gently filtered and infused with medical ozone and oxygen.
- Return: The purified blood flows back into your body, fully oxygenated and energized.
During the process, you can relax, listen to music, or meditate. Many patients notice a sense of calm or lightness afterward – a sign that inflammation and oxidative stress have begun to shift.
The number of sessions varies depending on your health goals, but many patients start with a series of treatments for optimal results.
How EBOO Supports Whole-Body Healing
At its core, EBOO therapy enhances the body’s ability to heal itself. The improved oxygenation and circulation that result from EBOO have a cascading effect throughout the body:
- Immune regulation: Ozone stimulates white blood cell function while calming overactive immune responses.
- Mitochondrial repair: Increased oxygen delivery helps cells produce more ATP – the body’s main source of energy.
- Detoxification: The filtration process physically clears inflammatory and toxic compounds, reducing burden on the liver and kidneys.
- Circulatory health: EBOO improves microcirculation, which supports tissue repair and decreases fatigue.
- Anti-inflammatory benefits: Many patients experience relief from chronic pain, swelling, and brain fog as inflammation levels decline.
It’s not simply a detox – it’s a rejuvenation of your blood, energy, and cellular health.
Safety, Expertise, and What Sets CIMC Apart
EBOO therapy is administered under strict medical protocols. At CIMC, all treatments are overseen by Dr. Eduardo Castro – a Dartmouth Medical School–educated physician who completed his residency at UVA Medical School and has decades of experience in both conventional and integrative medicine. This dual background ensures that every EBOO session is grounded in safety, medical knowledge, and a deep understanding of both conventional and integrative care.
Our skilled nursing team provides attentive, compassionate care during each treatment, closely monitoring oxygen levels, flow rates, and patient comfort throughout the process.
What truly sets Castro Integrative Medicine apart, however, is our integration of UVBI (Ultraviolet Blood Irradiation) into the EBOO process. As the blood passes through the system, it is exposed to UV light – a step that enhances the therapy’s ability to neutralize pathogens, reduce viral and bacterial load, and support immune modulation. The combination of EBOO and UVBI provides a deeper level of detoxification and rejuvenation, amplifying the benefits of oxygenation and filtration.
Together, Dr. Castro’s decades of medical expertise, our highly trained nursing staff, and advanced UVBI-enhanced EBOO technology make CIMC’s approach truly one of a kind in the field of integrative medicine.
EBOO Therapy at Castro Integrative Medicine
At Castro Integrative Medicine in Charlottesville, Virginia, we’re proud to offer EBOO therapy as part of our advanced regenerative and detoxification services. This powerful treatment supports the body’s natural ability to cleanse, oxygenate, and heal from the inside out.
Whether you’re navigating chronic illness, environmental toxicity, mold exposure, Lyme disease, or fatigue that won’t resolve, EBOO offers a transformative approach that restores balance where the body needs it most – in the blood itself.
Our team of integrative practitioners combines functional medicine expertise with compassionate, individualized care to help patients reclaim their health.
If you’re ready to experience one of the most innovative therapies in modern integrative medicine, contact Castro Integrative Medicine today to schedule a consultation and learn how EBOO therapy can support your path to recovery.
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