Textbook of Military Medicine -Hyperbaric Oxygen is definitive in treating Neurological Abnormalities in the Blast Casualty- United States (US) Special Operations Forces (SOF) are among the most elite military forces in the world. Frequently, in this role its members are…
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has been explored as a potential treatment for the “silent injuries” of war. The overlapping constellation of signs and symptoms in returning veterans makes diagnostic certainty difficult. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and the persistent deficits of…
Improving Vascular Health with Hyperbaric Oxygen Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has several effects on endothelial function, which are crucial for vascular health and the management of various cardiovascular conditions. Here are the key ways in which HBOT influences endothelial function:…
Preparing an individual to undergo Treatment in Hyperbaric Oxygen Let’s face it preparing to undergo treatment in a hyperbaric chamber can seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. Facing the unknown is for most people, stressing. It might help…
Cyclic hyperoxia/hypoxic exposure under increased atmospheric pressure makes the difference in treating cancer Hypoxia plays a crucial role in the development and replication of cancer cells. Cyclic hyperoxia/hypoxic exposure under increased atmospheric pressure (HBOT) is an intriguing approach in cancer…
Hyperbaric Oxygen- A treatment option optimizing wellness Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) operates as a two-part treatment that leverages the solubility of oxygen in plasma under increased atmospheric pressure to enhance oxygen delivery to tissues. This process is fundamentally rooted in…
Preparing for surgery- Could this be a role for HBOT? Incorporating Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) into the preparation of a patient for surgery can offer several benefits, enhancing both the surgical outcome and the recovery process. Here are some potential…
Weekend Sports Enthusiast- Speed your recovery from sports injuries with HBOT As we transition from indoor to outdoor activities with the change of seasons, the potential for injury due to lack of conditioning increases. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) offers several…
HBOT- Controlling Inflammation leads to a better Quality of Life as we age Inflammation has a significant impact on the aging process, a phenomenon often referred to as "inflammaging." This term describes the chronic, low-grade inflammation that typically increases as…
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has been explored as a potential treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), a complex disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that cannot be explained by any underlying medical condition. The fatigue worsens with physical or mental activity…