Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)
Breathing 100% oxygen in a pressurized chamber to help hard-to-heal wounds.
What it is
Inside a clear, comfortable chamber, you breathe pure oxygen at higher-than-normal pressure. This greatly increases oxygen in the blood and tissues, helping fight infection and grow new blood vessels. A typical course is 20–40 daily sessions of about 2 hours each.
What to expect
- Ear fullness, like on an airplane. We teach you how to clear your ears.
- You can watch TV or rest during treatment
- If you have diabetes, we check your blood sugar before every session
- No lotions, hair products or electronics in the chamber
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