A Critically Appraised Topic: Effectiveness of Hydrogen-Rich Water Therapies in Reducing Inflammation

Date of Award

Spring 5-7-2026

Document Type

Project Abstract (696 or 796 registration)

Degree Name

Master of Science in Athletic Training

Department

Graduate Studies

Committee Chair

Dawn Hammerschmidt

Keywords

Hydrogen, Inflammation, Acute, Chronic, Hydrogen-rich Water

Abstract

Inflammation is an important part of healing, but prolonged inflammation or inflammatory disease can cause excess pain and tissue damage. Hydrogen-rich water therapies have shown to have positive effects on this wide variety of conditions and may have a role in future therapeutic intervention for inflammatory conditions and acute injury care. Hydrogen is a commonly known element that has recently been the subject of scientific studies to analyze its beneficial properties when used as a therapeutic intervention. Hydrogen is physically the smallest element on the periodic table, and when two hydrogen atoms combine to form H2, it is known as molecular hydrogen. Due to its minute size, molecular hydrogen can permeate through the skin, into the blood, and even into the nuclei of cells. The purpose of this critically appraised topic (CAT) is to review relevant research studies to determine the qualitative and quantitative effects reflected by the interventions. Across a wide range of health issues, from chronic disease to acute injury, hydrogen-rich water therapies have shown to have a positive effect on inflammation and inflammatory markers in human serum.

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