Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Treatment

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is FDA-approved for the treatment of various medical conditions, with additional indications being recognized as new scientific research demonstrates its benefits for a range of inflammatory conditions. At Northwest Stem Cell, we provide treatment for both FDA-approved and off-label conditions, adhering to the standards set by the International Hyperbaric Association and the International Board of Undersea Medicine.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized environment, which allows more oxygen to be dissolved in the bloodstream. This therapy has various benefits, including:

Medical Applications

1. Increased Stem Cell Mobilization

• Regenerative Potential: HBOT stimulates the release of stem cells from bone marrow, which may enhance the body’s natural healing processes. This is particularly beneficial for those involved in regenerative medicine therapies.

2. Reduced Inflammation

• Anti-inflammatory Effects: HBOT can decrease inflammation and swelling in injured tissues, which is helpful in conditions like traumatic injuries, autoimmune diseases, and infections.

3. Improved Athletic Performance and Recovery

• Muscle Repair and Recovery: Athletes may use hyperbaric oxygen therapy to improve recovery times and reduce fatigue after intense training sessions by increasing oxygen supply to muscles and reducing oxidative stress.

4. Enhanced Immune Function

• Bacterial Infections: HBOT enhances white blood cell activity and boosts the immune response, making it effective for certain bacterial infections, such as those caused by anaerobic bacteria.
• Chronic Infections: It is used as adjunct therapy in treating chronic infections like osteomyelitis (bone infections) and necrotizing fasciitis.

5. Improved Neurological Function

• Stroke Recovery: By increasing oxygen delivery to the brain, HBOT may support neuroplasticity and improve recovery in stroke patients.
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Studies suggest that HBOT can reduce inflammation in the brain and improve cognitive functions in patients with TBI.

6. Support for Radiation Injury Recovery

• Tissue Repair: HBOT can mitigate damage caused by radiation therapy, particularly in tissues like the bladder and intestines, improving the quality of life for cancer patients who have undergone radiation treatment.

7 . Reduction of Hypoxia in Critical Illness

• Support in Critically Ill: In critically ill patients with infections or trauma, HBOT can help reduce tissue hypoxia, improving overall outcomes and survival.

8. Enhanced Wound Healing

• Increased Oxygen Supply: HBOT increases oxygen concentration in the blood, which promotes the healing of wounds, including chronic wounds, burns, and ulcers.
• Collagen Production: The therapy stimulates collagen production and enhances angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels), aiding in the repair of damaged tissues.

Wellness and Performance Optimization

• Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Reduces inflammation and oxidative stress, supporting recovery in chronic inflammatory conditions.
• Improved Athletic Recovery: Speeds up muscle repair and reduces fatigue in athletes by enhancing oxygen supply.
• Cognitive Benefits: Boosts brain function by improving oxygenation in neural tissues.
• Anti-Aging: Stimulates the release of growth factors and stem cells, which improve skin health and delay signs of aging.
• Synergy with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT): Improves blood flow and cellular function, which can synergize with hormonal optimization efforts.

Our Hyperbaric Chambers:

At Northwest Stem Cell our hyperbaric chambers are approved by the FDA to treat many medical conditions. HBOT is approved by Medicare to treat the following conditions:

More Information

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy has been researched, published and has been shown to be beneficial for over 120 off-label conditions, including: