CO₂ skin application shifts oxygen release curve, supporting tissue oxygenation in compromised circulation
CO₂ application to the skin has a clear effect on diabetic microvascular disorders, with the rightward shift in the O₂ dissociation curve contributing to improved tissue oxygenation in this population.
What this means for you
When circulation is sluggish — especially in the extremities — cells can struggle to get enough oxygen even when blood is present. CO₂ applied to the skin appears to trigger a response that helps red blood cells release oxygen more readily into surrounding tissue. For people dealing with poor peripheral circulation, this kind of response may support warmth, sensation, and tissue vitality in the hands and feet.
The published research
CO2 Balneotherapy for Arterial Occlusion Diseases*:
· 1985
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