Oxygen treatment
Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is the use of 100% oxygen, breathed under pressure (in the extra sized Grand Dive Pro Chamber), which is then delivered deep into diseased and injured tissue via our blood plasma, it’s all about recovery and repair and
Understanding Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
WHAT is Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy is one of the strongest and purest forms of wound, injury and treatments available to patients who have complex wounds （post-surgery) which are struggling to heal, Concussion , Brain-injury and Strokes, and birth-related injury such as cerebral palsy. It is equally effective for athletes who wish to speed up repair and recovery, whether from accidents and injury, or the strains of extensive training
The patient will lie or sit in a pressurised chamber, the size of a large tent, and inhale pure concentrated oxygen, which dissolves into the blood plasma, delivering oxygen-rich blood deep into diseased and injured tissues. Repair, recovery and healing by Oxygen (under compression) happen from within the body and brain, not from medication or surface treatments.
When the body and brain have the use of up to 20x more oxygen in blood plasma, than at normal air pressure, the body begins to form new blood vessels, which drive additional oxygen and nutrients into the body’s tissues. Swelling is reduced and the oxygen has an antibacterial effect at wound sites, in addition to boosting the immune system response. Many studies have shown that complex wounds and surgeries in which there is a high risk of healing complications, heal significantly faster after Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
For children with special needs, whether autism or cerebral palsy, find immense relief in the reduction of inflammation in the brain and body. This allows the brain to take in new stimulation and information with fewer challenges.
Athletes around the world use Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to speed up the recovery process of training and competing, and optimise the healing process of injuries and surgeries.
Integrating Therapies for Optimal Recovery
BENEFITS of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Our bodies make fascinating changes when under increased ambient pressure (in mild Hyperbarics 1,3 ATA) …
- Raised levels of oxygen in the blood plasma delivers up to 25 times more oxygen directly to tissues and organs
- Neuvascularization – growth of new blood vessels is enhanced, to transport oxygen-rich blood
- 8 Times more Stem cells are produced and mobilised, for the body to use in repair
- The healing ability (regeneration) of injured cells is increased by at least 30%
- Mild hypoxia (low oxygen in your tissues) from sinus pressure is improved
- The severity of allergic reactions, is reduced by lowering levels of IgE (antibodies high cause allergy)
- Improved energy levels as it combats fatigue
- Toxins, whether medication, chemotherapy or sport-related, are Flushed out of cells
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy can bring about dramatic improvement in many neurological conditions for which medicine has very little to offer other than palliative care
HOW does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work
Traumatic Brain Injury is one of the leading causes of death in the world, and it comes with two complex processes for survivors : The primary injury/impact and secondary injury – a cascade of inflammation and neurotoxic effects in the brain. Neurons which were not part of the original trauma are affected by the ’spread’ of injury as oxygen, blood and energy supply is reduced , and swelling increases There are few approved therapy’s which are able to prevent secondary injury, and stimulate repair. Hyperbaric Oxygen seems to assist Traumatic Brain Injury in many ways
- suppresses secondary injury by improving blood flow, oxygen (and therefor energy) supply to deprived cells, preventing neuronal loss
- prevents death of brain cells by reducing oxidative stress
- studies have shown that HBOT suppresses a number of mediators of inflammation, and increases anti-inflammatory factors in the brain and tissues and reduces cerebral edema
- increased oxygen saturation to the brain
- Neuro plasticity is improved and new synaptic circuits are formed – leading to improved loco- and sensorimotor abilities
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy mobilises stem cells, which are recruited to repair damaged brain tissue, and newly generated neurons, and remyelination is increased
Surgery, Complex Wounds & Burns
Sport Preparation, Injury & Recovery
Athletes make extreme demands on their body’s, every day . The three-way demands of training, racing and recovery, drain the body, diminish performance and put athletes at risk of fatigue and ongoing minor injuries.
Training: Adding 25% more oxygen directly to the body, give cells the oxygen it needs to create ATP for energy, and also flushes out lactic acid that causes muscle fatigue. Many sport teams (such as the Blue Bulls) use Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy after strenuous training sessions, this recovery ensures their athletes are able to get back on the road, cycle, field or pool with high levels of energy. Additional Hyperbaric Oxygen sessions, shortly before a race or event, will prime the muscles, lungs, blood and brain for a focussed, rested, optimal performance. From Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps (famous for his strict workout and recovery regiments, used HBOT to help his body recover after tough workouts while training for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London), to Scottish footballers, to rugby players (Andre Joubert and Jean de Villiers) and whole cricket teams, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is respected component of a great training programme.
Injury: Pain and niggling injuries are often part of an athlete’s daily experience – the advice to rest and wait for complete healing is not an option! Loading the blood stream with additional pure oxygen in a Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber, increases penetration of damaged tissues as oxygen crosses over all cell membranes, grows new blood vessels (which now have extra oxygen in them) and drains away the lymphatic build-up of injury – this is what gives cells and tissues the ability to regenerate and heal.
Beyond Active Recovery for Healthy athletes, typical sports-related wounds such as muscle strain, ligament tear, TBI, and concussions heal substantially faster using Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is perfect for you if you want faster and super effective recovery whether from an injury or only from your normal training program. It replenishes the body with whats needed to make you go hit your next training sessions hard and fast!
Traumatic Brain Injury, Concussion & Special Needs
Dr. Barry Gillespie tells us that “The brain has to breathe, and the fascia has to be free”, in order for the brain to function healthily. The design of the brain, surrounded by cerebrospinal fluid in a hard skull, means that accident, disease, concussion and surgery can leave the brain in a compressed tight space. The brain is vulnerable to swelling, inflammation, secondary injury, and reduced oxygen levels, once it has been hurt – Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy provides a unique solution. HBOT can dramatically and permanently improve symptoms of Traumatic Brain Injury months or even many years after the original head injury. Short (one hour) spells of HBOT triggers a variety of healing processes without overwhelming the body’s anti-oxidant system. These include a powerful anti-inflammatory effect, reduction of edema, increased blood flow in tissues, growth of new blood capillaries, stimulation of the immune system, mobilization of stem cells from bone marrow, and axonal regrowth because Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy heals by increasing dissolved oxygen in blood serum. HBOT is the only therapy that directly treats the underlying disease processes of Traumatic Brain Injury (decreased oxygen, decreased blood flow, swelling of the brain and constriction of blood vessels).
Concussion is a form mild traumatic brain injury. The brain has bashed against the inside of the skull, after a blow, fall, knock or hit, and brain, blood vessels and nerve tissues have been damaged. Symptoms may be immediate or take few days to show; repeated concussions cause far-reaching problems in the brain and health, later in life. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy delivers up to twenty times the normal oxygen into the cerebrospinal fluid and blood plasma, healing the injured tissues
Special Needs: In the special needs community, we refer to Brain Injury, and not Brain Damage. Research tells us that children with special needs (whether autism, cerebral palsy or developmental delays) often suffer from decreased cerebral blood flow. The size of our Summit to Sea Grand Dive Pro Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber means that a brain injured child can comfortable sit (or lie) in the chamber with two parents, or carers, who will benefit from the additional oxygen too. The recommendation for brain injury, is to have a block of 40 Hyperbaric sessions, ideally once or twice a week.
Common Questions About HBOT
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
Is HBOT invasive?
No, HBOT is a non-invasive therapy where you simply rest and breathe oxygen inside the chamber.
What does the chamber feel like?
The chamber is spacious and comfortable, providing a relaxing environment for your session.
Who is HBOT suitable for?
HBOT may be beneficial for adults, children, and babies needing recovery or healing support.
Does HBOT replace medical treatment?
No, HBOT is a supportive therapy and should complement, not replace, medical care.
How to choose between HBOT and CFT?
Julia will assist you in selecting the right therapy based on your individual needs and comfort.
What are the benefits of HBOT?
HBOT supports oxygen delivery, circulation, and the body’s natural repair processes.
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