Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): An Overview

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a treatment where patients breathe 100% oxygen in a pressurized chamber, enhancing oxygen levels in the body and promoting cellular healing. It’s commonly used for non-healing wounds, radiation injuries, bone infections, carbon monoxide poisoning, and decompression sickness. However, emerging evidence supports its benefits for conditions such as long COVID, traumatic brain injury (TBI), PTSD, migraines, and chronic fatigue syndrome. While insurance in the U.S. may not cover these uses, countries like Japan, Israel, China, and Russia have approved a wider range of treatments.

Is It Safe?

HBOT is considered safe when protocols are followed, ensuring exposure to oxygen and pressure within safe limits. The therapy supports healing by increasing oxygen levels in the bloodstream, fueling mitochondria (cellular energy producers), reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue repair. This effect helps patients with brain injuries, chronic fatigue, and other conditions recover more effectively.

What Can Patients Expect?

Outcomes vary by condition and individual. Some patients, like those with long COVID, may see improvements as early as their tenth session. Treatment plans at Halifax Health are personalized based on each patient's condition and response, ensuring optimal results.

While the U.S. maintains strict regulations, countries like Israel, Japan, and China provide HBOT for a broader range of medical conditions, backed by extensive scientific evidence demonstrating its effectiveness.

Why Choose Halifax Health - Advanced Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine?

1. Treatment plans are tailored to each patient’s medical history and symptoms for maximum effectiveness.

2. Board-certified, fellowship-trained specialists provide one-on-one consultations and continuous support.

3. A physician is present during all treatments, ensuring patient safety.

4. Certified by The Joint Commission, Halifax Health upholds high standards of care and safety.

5. Hard hyperbaric chambers with adjustable oxygen pressure enable real-time customization of treatments.

To explore HBOT, schedule a consultation with Dr. Paul Johnson, a board-certified, fellowship-trained hyperbaric physician. Start your journey to recovery today by calling 386.425.HEAL or visiting halifaxhealth.org/woundcare