What are the benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy?

 

    A specific room or tiny chamber is used for Hyperbaricoxygen Therapy (HBOT), which entails breathing practically pure oxygen.

 

    Although its primary usage is to cure illnesses brought on by diving, it may also help people with a variety of other disorders heal faster.

 

Benefits

 

    Divers in danger of developing decompression disease are those who surface too soon (DCI). It takes place when air bubbles develop and grow inside the body. Decompression illness (DCI), sometimes known as "the bends," an air gas embolism, or both are referred to by this name.

 

    These illnesses can quickly become life-threatening if untreated. DCI treatment options include:

 

    The pressure, or "depth," at which the person was diving is restored with HBOT. The body's volume of bubbles is then reduced through progressive decompression.

 

Other approved uses

    There is proof that these applications are both secure and efficient. HBOT treatment that has received FDA approval is typically covered by insurance companies or Medicare.

 

    HBOT may also be used by some medical professionals to treat other problems, such as a specific kind of hearing loss.

 

    Additionally, HBOT may be effective on infections and wounds that have not responded to other forms of treatment. For those who have diabetic foot ulcers, for instance, it might lessen the need for an amputation.

 

    Find out more about the effects of diabetes on the foot here.

 

Unapproved uses

    HBOT is now being provided as an alternative therapy by an increasing number of physicians. Some people refer to it as a "wonder cure" and assert that it can treat a variety of ailments.

 

    HBOT chambers are becoming more common in a range of settings, including spas and the outpatient areas of hospitals. Even chambers for use at home are available.

    Only authorized purposes for HBOT administration should be used. Without it, a person runs the danger of wasting time and money and suffering negative results.

 

 

    The FDA has cautioned that administering HBOT for unapproved uses risked making the condition worse.

 

 

Summary

 People who receive HBOT for prohibited purposes may discover that the providers lack the necessary credentials or that the facilities are dangerous or inefficient. They can spend money or suffer long-term consequences.

 

HBOT might end up being useful in more situations. But it pays to exercise caution, just like with other healthcare options.

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