Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and the Unseen Injuries of War The US and Canadian Military Forces have over 1.2 million that have seen the effects of the War on Terror over the last twenty years. Many have received injuries from their…
Reversing Chronic Neuroinflammation Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has shown potential in modulating chronic neuroinflammation, which is a key factor in various neurological disorders. The therapy's ability to influence neuroinflammation involves several mechanisms: 1. Reduction of Inflammatory Mediators: HBOT can decrease…
HBOT -Safe and Effective in treating Depression where other treatments have failed Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) has been explored as a potential treatment for depression, with several mechanisms hypothesized to underlie its therapeutic effects: 1. Enhancement of Neuroplasticity: HBOT can…
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…