Hypoxia and Inflammation: Breaking the Cycle with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Hypoxia and inflammation are not isolated biological events—they are locked in a reciprocal and self-amplifying relationship. Where oxygen delivery fails, inflammation intensifies. Where inflammation dominates, hypoxia deepens. This feedback loop underlies the pathophysiology of a…

Prohibition of Electronic Devices in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Addressing the Dangers of Ignition and Lithium-Ion Batteries   Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a powerful medical intervention that enhances the body's natural healing processes by delivering 93% oxygen or more at elevated atmospheric pressures, typically between…

Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Batteries and Their Incompatibility with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)   1. Overview of NiMH Batteries NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries are a rechargeable battery type commonly used in: Consumer electronics (cameras, radios) Medical devices (older models) Emergency lighting Electric razors and portable monitors…

Safety Concerns for Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) Batteries in Hyperbaric Oxygen Chambers   The presence of nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries within the pressurized and oxygen-enriched environment of a hyperbaric chamber presents serious safety hazards that parallel—and in some cases exceed—those associated with other battery chemistries. While less prone…