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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
(HBOT)

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves lying in a comfortable clear acrylic chamber, while breathing in 100% pure oxygen under pressure 2-3 times greater than sea level. This extra concentration of oxygen, together with the increase in pressure, allows your lungs to gather much more oxygen, increases the amount of oxygen in your plasma, and then carries increased oxygen to areas of the body that require oxygen to heal.

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Certain types of wounds, both internal and external, can be helped by increased oxygen. Those include severe diabetic foot ulcers, late effects of radiation, chronic bone infections, non-healing flaps or grafts, and other conditions. Even some non-wound conditions such as hearing loss, inflammatory bowel diseases, long Covid, serious infections, crush injuries and burns can be helped by hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

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How does HBOT work?

  • Enhanced Oxygen Delivery: The high concentration of oxygen in your blood helps to improve oxygen delivery to your tissues. Oxygen is essential for healing because it supports the growth of new blood vessels, fights infection, and aids in the production of collagen and other vital components of tissue repair.

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  • Reducing Swelling and Inflammation: HBOT can help reduce swelling and inflammation around your wound, which can promote better blood flow and faster healing.

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  • Fighting Infection: High levels of oxygen can enhance the ability of white blood cells to fight infection. This is especially important if your wound has an infection or is at high risk of becoming infected.

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  • Stimulating New Tissue Growth: The therapy encourages the formation of new blood vessels and the growth of healthy tissue, which is critical for closing and healing wounds.

What happens during HBOT treatment?

  • Preparation: You will lie down in a comfortable, clear acrylic chamber wearing 100% cotton garments (provided by our facility).

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  • Pressurization: The chamber will be gradually pressurized with pure oxygen. You might feel a sensation in your ears similar to when you are in an airplane or driving up a mountain. Swallowing or yawning can help relieve this pressure.

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  • Breathing Pure Oxygen: You will spend a specific amount of time—typically about 60 to 90 minutes—breathing pure oxygen. During this time, you can relax, watch TV, listen to music, or even sleep.

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  • Decompression: At the end of the session, the chamber will be slowly depressurized, and you will be able to exit and go about your day.

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