Is it safe
Yes, it is safe for the very young to the elderly. There have been no known side effects reported for Mild Hyperbaric Therapy.
How long are sessions
Sessions usually last an hour, however you can use the chamber for much longer without any adverse effects. After each session you can carry on with your day as normal- there are no restrictions.
How many sessions will I need?
It is difficult to know how many sessions will be needed to see a noticeable change. This may depend on a variety of factors including the extent of injury and the time a chronic disease has been present.
What should I do to prepare for a session?
People can go into the chamber fully clothed. It is recommended to wear loose comfortable clothes. Shoes, jewelry, or any sharp objects should be removed before getting into the chamber. It is recommended that women
How will the HBOT session feel?
The chamber will be filled with compressed air. Once the chamber has expanded to its filled size, it will start to pressurize. While the chamber is pressurizing, your ears will feel the change in pressure inside the chamber. Otherwise it should be unnoticeable. To equalize the pressure and avoid the feeling of fullness in your ears, you will need to clear your ears by chewing (gum or food), etc. swallowing, yawning; During the pressurization of the chamber, your mouth may become dry. Once the chamber is fully pressurized, your salivation will return to normal. Additionally, the chamber may become slightly warm while it is pressurizing. Once it reaches full pressure, the relief valves will begin to pull the warmer air out of the chamber. Then you can enjoy the session, meditate, read, watch movies, listen to music, etc.
How long is the session?
Treatment times are usually 1-2 hours per session, 5-7 times per week.
Is Hyperbaric good for the Elderly?
Most definitely. Hyperbaric is great for those in their later years. Hyperbaric provides an immeasurable boost which counteracts the signs of aging. In fact, new research indicates that hyperbaric oxygenation promotes cell life.
Is Hyperbaric good for Children?
Yes, hyperbaric yields positive results with children. In fact, research with children suffering from brain-injuries and ADHD have shown positive results and great promise. We recommend that children under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult inside the chamber. Children should always be monitored inside a chamber.
Are there any side effects?
The most common side effect is discomfort to the ears caused by pressure changes. To minimize the risk, users learn to promote the adequate clearing of ears during pressurization. Some users may feel tired and dizzy after using the hyperbaric chamber for the first time. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy does speed up the metabolism of our body. This can be an indication that detoxification is occurring.
Are there any contraindications for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
If a user has severe lung damage or severe COPD he/she should not be in a Hyperbaric chamber. Pregnant women are not recommended to be in a Hyperbaric chamber. Customers with Pacemakers and Customers who are susceptible to seizures should have seizures under control and be closely monitored. View the following link <a href
How can I learn about the HBOT?
The most comprehensive book about HBOT is The Oxygen Revolution by Paul Harch, M.D. This book is geared toward consumers who would like to learn more about how HBOT works and what conditions it treats. The book explores the science behind HBOT, as well as case histories of patients who have benefited from HBOT.
Prohibit the use under the following conditions: Please note the following contraindications and drug interactions to mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy:
Pregnant women and people with severe infectious diseases.
Patients with severe emphysema.
Hypertension exceeds 160 / 100ml.
Severe heart problems or Pacemaker.
Congenital Spherocytosis.
Severe COPD/Emphysema with air trapping.
Untreated Pneumothorax.
Bad Colds or Upper Respiratory Infections—URIs can make it difficult for the patient to clear his/her ears, which can result in inflammation of sinuses, or sinus squeeze.