Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a special chamber where the air pressure is higher than normal. This allows your lungs to take in more oxygen, which is then delivered to your bloodstream and tissues. The extra oxygen helps speed up healing, reduce inflammation, and improve recovery from injuries or chronic conditions. HBOT is safe, non-invasive, and used to treat a wide range of health issues, from sports injuries to promoting overall wellness.

At Spine Life, we offer Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) in a state-of-the-art hard-shell chamber, which allows for higher pressure levels and more effective treatment. HBOT involves breathing pure oxygen in this pressurized environment, significantly increasing the amount of oxygen your lungs can absorb. This oxygen is then delivered throughout your body, accelerating healing, reducing inflammation, and enhancing recovery.

Our hard-shell chamber offers the highest quality experience, ideal for treating a range of conditions like sports injuries, chronic pain, and promoting overall wellness. Safe, non-invasive, and effective, HBOT at Spine Life can help you recover faster and feel your best. Hyperbaric Oxygen is healthy. It is pure oxygen. This helps your body to fight bacteria and generate stem cells. Stem cells are special cells in your body that help create other types of important cells, including blood cells, brain cells and muscle cells.

WHO IS HBOT FOR?

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is beneficial for everyone, particularly those looking to speed up healing or manage chronic conditions. It’s commonly used for:

Athletes – Ideal for those recovering from sports injuries such as muscle tears, sprains, or fractures. HBOT helps reduce inflammation and promotes faster recovery, enabling athletes to get back to training sooner.

Chronic pain sufferers – People living with long-term conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, or chronic back pain can benefit from HBOT’s ability to reduce inflammation and promote tissue healing.

Wound Care Patients: For individuals with slow-healing wounds due to diabetes, infections, or post-surgery complications, HBOT significantly speeds up the recovery process by improving oxygen supply to damaged tissues.

Neurological Conditions: HBOT is helpful for those recovering from strokes, concussions, or traumatic brain injuries, as the increased oxygen supply aids in restoring brain function and reducing damage.

People with Radiation Injuries: Those who have undergone radiation therapy for cancer and have tissue damage as a result can benefit from HBOT, which can help repair radiation-induced injuries.

Individuals with Autoimmune or Immune-Related Issues: Those with compromised immune systems or autoimmune conditions can use HBOT to boost immune function, reduce inflammation, and improve their body’s natural healing processes.

Individuals with low immunity –  or those looking to boost their overall health and well-being.

Individuals Looking to Enhance General Wellness: HBOT is also used by people who want to enhance their overall health, increase energy levels, reduce fatigue, and promote anti-aging effects by improving circulation and cell function.

Anti-Ageing – HBOT has been used for anti-ageing by promoting cellular regeneration, improving circulation, and reducing oxidative stress in the body.

This is list is not exhaustive, please get in touch if you have any questions.

At Spine Life our hard-shell HBOT chamber allows for a higher level of oxygen absorption, making the therapy especially effective for a wide range of needs. Whether you’re looking to recover from an injury, manage chronic pain, or simply improve your overall well-being, HBOT is a versatile, non-invasive therapy designed to help you feel better faster.

WHO SHOULD NOT USE HBOT?

While Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is generally safe for most people, there are certain individuals who should avoid or be cautious about using it. Here’s who should not use HBOT without consulting a healthcare professional:

Untreated Pneumothorax (Collapsed Lung): This is the most important contraindication for HBOT. The increased pressure in the chamber can cause further lung damage or complications.

Severe Claustrophobia: Individuals with extreme anxiety or claustrophobia may find it difficult to stay in the pressurized chamber for extended periods.

Ear or Sinus Problems: People with severe ear infections, sinus issues, or trouble equalizing ear pressure may experience discomfort or worsening of symptoms during HBOT. 

Recent Ear Surgery or Trauma: If you’ve had recent surgery or trauma involving the ear or eardrum, HBOT may cause damage or prevent proper healing.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Those with severe lung conditions like COPD should avoid HBOT, as the therapy can lead to complications such as oxygen toxicity in some cases.

High Fever: Individuals with a high fever should not undergo HBOT until the fever is resolved, as it can interfere with the body’s ability to handle the increased oxygen levels.

Certain Medications: Some medications, such as certain chemotherapy drugs or medications that increase sensitivity to oxygen toxicity, may pose risks during HBOT. Always consult your doctor about any medications you are taking.

Uncontrolled Seizure Disorders: People with a history of seizures, especially if they are not well-controlled, may be at risk due to the potential for oxygen toxicity at high pressure.

Pregnancy: While not a strict contraindication, HBOT is typically avoided during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary, as the effects on the developing foetus are not fully understood.

Before starting HBOT, it’s important to consult with a healthcare provider who can assess your medical history and determine if it’s safe for you.