The Word Hyperbaric means greater than normal pressure and

                                                                              refers to gases such as oxygen and nitrogen that make up most

                                                                              of the air that we breathe. Hyperbaric therapy is the use of

                                                                             gases at greater than normal pressure for therapeutic reasons

                                                                            and has been in use for over 50 years.

                                                                          

                                                                     HBOT, or Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, uses 100% Oxygen

                                                                 delivered at greater than one atmosphere pressure; that is, pressure

                                                          greater than you would experience at sea level. We have all seen the             movies where they rush the deep sea divers  into the hyperbaric chamber to 

decompress him to prevent the bends. Although our chambers could be used for 

such a treatment, we provide therapy for many other conditions.

 So, what does 100% oxygen at high pressure do for you? It "force-feeds" oxygen to your blood, tissues, and cells. This promotes better healing and helps to fight infection.

What Does A Hyperbaric Chamber Look Like?

                                                            Our hyperbaric chambers are made by Sechrist™. These "top of the line"

                                                            chambers represent the Rolls Royce of hyperbaric chamber design. The

                                                            Sechrist 3200 monoplace hyperbaric chamber is a pneumatically

                                                            controlled system, which features a spacious 32 inch inside diameter

                                                            acrylic cylinder for increased patient mobility and comfort. Important

                                                            capabilities such as ventilation support and intravenous infusion can also

                                                            be provided. Transcutaneous and other monitoring is possible via

                                                            electrical ports and pass-throughs. Additional features include a

                                                            hyperbaric gurney for easy patient transport, an intercom system for

                                                            two-way private conversation and an auxiliary audio-input for patient

                                                            entertainment.

Are There Any Side Effects?

Side effects are uncommon. Most of these are related to the increased pressure. High pressure can make your eardrums bulge inward and is alleviated by simply holding your nose, closing your mouth and blowing to equalize the pressure. The high levels of oxygen can cause lung oxygen toxicity or visual changes. This visual change is usually near-sightedness and resolves within 3-4 months of cessation of therapy. 

Your doctor will discuss these prior to your treatment. If at anytime you have a question or you just feel uncomfortable in the chamber, one of our staff is readily available.