Injuries, rehabilitation times and their long term effects from the participation in sports on all levels is a substantial concern of players, coaches and parents alike. A recent study of hockey players less than 16 years of age found that…
The body and brain are sensitive to changes in oxygen concentration. Hypoxia is the term used when the overall oxygen level drops below 21% or the atmospheric pressure is less than 1.0 ATA (with 21 % oxygen). There are several…
The goal of this blog is to enlighten the reader who may or may not have exposure to this powerful treatment. A lot of preconceptions and misconceptions are held concerning hyperbaric oxygen therapy. It is my hope to explain things…
Studies conducted in Israel continue to delineate mechanisms of action explaining the effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Background: Recent clinical studies in stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI) victims suffering chronic neurological injury present evidence that hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)…
