Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized hyperbaric chamber. The increased pressure allows oxygen to dissolve into the bloodstream at higher levels, promoting healing and providing therapeutic benefits.

HBOT works by increasing the oxygen levels in the body, which enhances tissue oxygenation and promotes healing. The pressurized environment allows oxygen to reach areas with compromised blood supply, stimulates the growth of new blood vessels, reduces inflammation, and supports the body’s natural healing processes.

HBOT is used to treat a wide range of conditions, including non-healing wounds, diabetic foot ulcers, burns, carbon monoxide poisoning, severe infections, radiation injuries, and more. It is also beneficial for certain neurological and inflammatory conditions.

To get started with HBOT, we recommend scheduling an initial consultation with our medical team. During the consultation, we will assess your condition, discuss treatment options, and address any questions or concerns you may have. Our team will guide you through the process and ensure that you receive the best possible care.

You’ll be provided with a hospital-approved gown or scrubs to wear in place of regular clothing during the procedure. For your safety, items such as lighters or battery-powered devices that generate heat are not allowed into the hyperbaric chamber. You also may need to remove hair and skin care products that are petroleum based, as they are a potential fire hazard. Your health care team will provide instruction on preparing you to undergo hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

The number of HBOT sessions varies depending on the condition being treated, its severity, and individual response. Some conditions may require a few sessions, while others may require a series of treatments over a longer period. Our medical team will evaluate your condition and create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

HBOT is generally well-tolerated, and serious side effects are rare. However, some individuals may experience temporary ear discomfort, mild fatigue, or lightheadedness during or after the session. These effects typically subside quickly.

Potential risks include:

– Middle ear injuries, including leaking fluid and eardrum rupture, due to changes in air pressure.
– Temporary nearsightedness, called myopia, caused by temporary eye lens changes.
– Lung collapse caused by air pressure changes, called barotrauma.
– Seizures as a result of too much oxygen, also called oxygen toxicity, in your central nervous system.
– Lowered blood sugar in people who have diabetes treated with insulin.
– In certain circumstances, fire — due to the oxygen-rich environment of the treatment chamber.

Our team will closely monitor you and address any concerns that may arise.