HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY

Learn more about the benefits, process, and what to expect from this treatment.

ABOUT HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is the treatment of a disease or medical condition by the inhalation of near-100% (at least 95%) medical grade oxygen at pressures greater than 1 atmosphere absolute (ATA) (101.3 kilopascal (kPa) in a pressure vessel constructed for that purpose. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a standard of care for many medical conditions including decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, diabetic wounds, delayed radiation injury, necrotizing fasciitis, gas gangrene, refractory osteomyelitis, and several other conditions proven by peer-reviewed research.* (Definition of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy by Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society).

Patients that undergo Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy will benefit from:

  • Increased blood flow.

  • Improved body tissue regeneration.

  • Decreased inflammation and inflammatory proteins.

  • Aid in fighting infection.

  • Revitalized mitochondria.

  • Eliminate anaerobic bacteria in oxygenated environments.

  • Enhancement of the body’s natural ability to heal.

Conditions and diagnostics that can benefit from Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used to treat all conditions which benefit from increased tissue oxygen, as well as infections where it can be used for its antibiotic properties, either as the primary therapy, or in conjunction with other drugs. The following conditions are treated effectively with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy:

  1. Acute carbon monoxide intoxication.

  2. Decompression illness.

  3. Gas embolism.

  4. Gas gangrene.

  5. Acute traumatic peripheral ischemia.

  6. Crush injuries and suturing of severed limbs. 

  7. Progressive necrotizing infections (necrotizing fasciitis).

  8. Acute peripheral arterial insufficiency.

  9. Preparation and preservation of compromised skin grafts.

  10. Chronic refractory osteomyelitis.

  11. Osteoradionecrosis.

  12. Soft tissue radionecrosis. 

  13. Cyanide poisoning.

  14. Actinomycosis.

  15. Sensory Neural Hearing Loss (SNHL).

  16. Diabetic wounds of the lower extremities.

  17. Plastic Surgery Recovery.*

  18. Other Inflammatory Diseases.*

  19. Sport Injuries.*

  20. Athlete Performance and Recovery.*

*"Off-label" conditions that may not be covered by your health insurance. All other conditions mentioned are considered “on-label” currently covered by most private Health Insurance, Medicare  and Medicaid.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

In average, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy takes between 60 to 120 minutes. During the session, oxygen flow begins immediately, and the pressure inside the chamber is gradually increased. Patients usually experience a fullness sensation in your ears, similar to flying in an airplane, but this fades within 10 to 15 minutes. Once the treatment pressure is reached, you can simply relax and breathe normally.

For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, each of our hyperbaric chambers is equipped with a TV, providing a selection of shows and movies for your entertainment. Alternatively, you can simply unwind and take a relaxing nap while the oxygen works.

HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions section for more information about Hyperbaric Therapy and our Center or contact us, we are here for any inquires.

If you wish to learn more bout Hyperbaric Therapy, please refer to the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society.

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