What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, also known as HBOT, is a method of delivering extra oxygen into the body, mainly through the process of increasing the pressure that the body is normally under. In terms of HBOT, pressure is quantified in ATA. In our usual day to day living environment, we experience 1 atmosphere of pressure. When someone undergoes hyperbaric therapy, the pressure becomes greater than 1.0 ATA.
Most hyperbaric centers treat patients at pressures between 1.1 ATA and 2.0 ATA. Increased pressure allows oxygen to dissolve and saturate more effectively in the blood system. This happens primarily in the plasma (independent of hemoglobin / red blood cells), which yields a broad variety of positive physiological, biochemical, and cellular effects. This non-invasive therapy is the most medically accepted way to increase oxygen levels to all organs of the body.
Most hyperbaric centers treat patients at pressures between 1.1 ATA and 2.0 ATA. Increased pressure allows oxygen to dissolve and saturate more effectively in the blood system. This happens primarily in the plasma (independent of hemoglobin / red blood cells), which yields a broad variety of positive physiological, biochemical, and cellular effects. This non-invasive therapy is the most medically accepted way to increase oxygen levels to all organs of the body.
Typical Application
The typical application that has demonstrated clinical efficacy and safety is 60 to 90 minute sessions, once or twice per day, 5 days per week for 40 sessions. Benefits of HBOT have been demonstrated outside of the 'traditional' 40 session protocol.
Is it safe?
HBOT is exceptionally safe, particularly when applied at lower pressures and following proper guidelines. Oxygen toxicity and adverse reactions are rare and pertain more towards clinical applications in hospital settings, where patients are delivered a much higher dosage due to acute and life threatening conditions.
Off-Label Indications and Uses
Many doctors and clinical researchers in the field of hyperbaric medicine believe that HBOT helps many more conditions beyond the 14 FDA approved indications and greatly improves the quality of life of those using HBOT for "off-label" uses. These uses include autism, anti-aging, cancer, concussion, diabetes, general health and wellness, mental health, neurology, sports performance and recovery, traumatic brain injury, and many more.
Trusted Equipment & Technology
Wisconsin Integrative Hyperbaric Center uses state-of-the-art Fortius and Vitaeris hyperbaric chambers. Our patients can trust that they will receive the best treatment possible.
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Phone: 608.320.9721
Address: 2984 Triverton Pike Drive Unit 213, Fitchburg, WI 53711
Address: 2984 Triverton Pike Drive Unit 213, Fitchburg, WI 53711
Wisconsin Integrative Hyperbaric Center, also known as "A Place of Grace," offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and Red Light Therapy. Contact us to schedule an appointment and learn how we can help you and your family.
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