Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy—7 Surprising Benefits for Your Health

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy | Brannick Clinic of Natural Medicine

This specialty therapy has a long history that dates back centuries. It has evolved from a treatment for “the bends” or decompression sickness to a widely accepted, alternative medical treatment used for various health conditions.

 

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy or HBOT involves a 300-600% increase of oxygen within plasma and is, therefore, more easily delivered to every cell throughout the human body. At Brannick Clinic of Natural Medicine, we use 1.3-1.5 ATA (pressure) levels because research has shown this to be the most effective treatment for neurocognitive conditions.

 

The concept is quite simple: tissues in your body require a sufficient amount of oxygen to function properly. When tissues become injured or inflamed, more oxygen is needed for repair and survival.

 

So, how does this therapy work? During an HBOT session, you are placed inside a hyperbaric oxygen chamber for treatment. Once inside your body is exposed to increased atmospheric pressure which assists in the uptake of more oxygen.

 

These higher levels of oxygen penetrate damaged cells and tissues, aiding in your body’s natural healing process.

 

A few healing benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy are the reduction of inflammation, enhancing the body’s ability to fight infection, and the increased concentration of stem cells.

 

Common Conditions Treated With HBOT:

• Decompression sickness “the bends”
• Carbon monoxide poisoning
• Crush injuries
• Severe anemia
• Acute thermal burn injuries

 

While these conditions are FDA approved, there are numerous others being studied that are showing promising results using HBOT. Conditions such as Lyme disease, Alzheimer’s disease, neurocognitive conditions, multiple sclerosis, and many more.

 

Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

        1. Speeds up the healing process – Many injuries and illnesses fail to heal properly due to low oxygen levels, HBOT corrects this imbalance with increased oxygen levels.
        2. Improved circulation – HBOT improves oxygen-deprived tissue by introducing high levels of oxygen thus promoting the repair of tissue cells. This treatment reduces inflammation and new blood vessels are able to grow which increases blood circulation.
        3. Reduced inflammation – Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been shown to be effective in reducing joint pain for those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.
        4. Improved immune function – HBOT helps to increase the white blood cell count in the body, which is essential for boosting the immune system and fighting infection. Therefore, this treatment is particularly beneficial for those with compromised immune systems.
        5. Enhanced brain function – Hyperbaric oxygen therapy improves many distinct aspects of how the brain functions, such as blood flow, brain metabolism, and brain microstructure. These improvements lead to enhanced cognitive and physical functions.
        6. Pain reduction – Clinical studies show HBOT to be effective in improving the quality of life and well-being of those suffering from fibromyalgia (FMS) by significantly reducing pain.
        7. Skin rejuvenation – Promising results show that increased oxygen levels are capable of reducing the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles.

 

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has a long history of being a safe and effective treatment for various health conditions. While more research is required to fully understand its limitations and benefits it remains an exciting, alternative medical treatment.

 

If you are seeking to improve your overall health and well-being, speed up the healing process, improve skin rejuvenation, or reduce inflammation, HBOT may be a great option for you.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy | Brannick Clinic of Natural Medicine

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy—7 Surprising Benefits for Your Health

This specialty therapy has a long history that dates back centuries. It has evolved from a treatment for “the bends” or decompression sickness to a widely accepted, alternative medical treatment used for various health conditions.

 

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy or HBOT involves a 300-600% increase of oxygen within plasma and is, therefore, more easily delivered to every cell throughout the human body. At Brannick Clinic of Natural Medicine, we use 1.3-1.5 ATA (pressure) levels because research has shown this to be the most effective treatment for neurocognitive conditions.

 

The concept is quite simple: tissues in your body require a sufficient amount of oxygen to function properly. When tissues become injured or inflamed, more oxygen is needed for repair and survival.

 

So, how does this therapy work? During an HBOT session, you are placed inside a hyperbaric oxygen chamber for treatment. Once inside your body is exposed to increased atmospheric pressure which assists in the uptake of more oxygen.

 

These higher levels of oxygen penetrate damaged cells and tissues, aiding in your body’s natural healing process.

 

A few healing benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy are the reduction of inflammation, enhancing the body’s ability to fight infection, and the increased concentration of stem cells.

 

Common Conditions Treated With HBOT:

• Decompression sickness “the bends”
• Carbon monoxide poisoning
• Crush injuries
• Severe anemia
• Acute thermal burn injuries

 

While these conditions are FDA approved, there are numerous others being studied that are showing promising results using HBOT. Conditions such as Lyme disease, Alzheimer’s disease, neurocognitive conditions, multiple sclerosis, and many more.

 

Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

        1. Speeds up the healing process – Many injuries and illnesses fail to heal properly due to low oxygen levels, HBOT corrects this imbalance with increased oxygen levels.
        2. Improved circulation – HBOT improves oxygen-deprived tissue by introducing high levels of oxygen thus promoting the repair of tissue cells. This treatment reduces inflammation and new blood vessels are able to grow which increases blood circulation.
        3. Reduced inflammation – Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has been shown to be effective in reducing joint pain for those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.
        4. Improved immune function – HBOT helps to increase the white blood cell count in the body, which is essential for boosting the immune system and fighting infection. Therefore, this treatment is particularly beneficial for those with compromised immune systems.
        5. Enhanced brain function – Hyperbaric oxygen therapy improves many distinct aspects of how the brain functions, such as blood flow, brain metabolism, and brain microstructure. These improvements lead to enhanced cognitive and physical functions.
        6. Pain reduction – Clinical studies show HBOT to be effective in improving the quality of life and well-being of those suffering from fibromyalgia (FMS) by significantly reducing pain.
        7. Skin rejuvenation – Promising results show that increased oxygen levels are capable of reducing the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles.

 

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has a long history of being a safe and effective treatment for various health conditions. While more research is required to fully understand its limitations and benefits it remains an exciting, alternative medical treatment.

 

If you are seeking to improve your overall health and well-being, speed up the healing process, improve skin rejuvenation, or reduce inflammation, HBOT may be a great option for you.