The Healing Power of Hyperbaric Oxygen: Unlocking Its Potential
Perhaps not too long ago, the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy had drawn great attention to the health, wellness, and medical profession. What was once thought of as a low-profile medical procedure was now acquiring increasing importance with athletes, wellness practitioners, and medical professionals weighing the possible advantages of the treatment. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy: what is it? This blog explores the science behind HBOT, its potential therapeutic benefits, and the conditions it may help treat. What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)? Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is the inhalation of 100% oxygen while the person is in a pressurized room. The main attribute that distinguishes this type of therapy is the increased atmospheric pressure, which increases the dissolvability of oxygen within blood plasma at higher levels than under normal conditions, providing tissue oxygenation. HBOT also distinguishes itself from traditional oxygen therapy, where patients breathe supplemental...