Portable hyperbaric Chambers have the same principle of a pressurized air environment inside the chamber. They can also measure and monitor blood pressure, pulse, and temperature. A portable hyperbaric chamber is used in emergency treatment to treat severe cases of acute mountain illness (AMS, HAPE), high altitude pulmonary edema (HEPA), and high altitude cerebral oedema (MACE). The chambers must be filled with oxygen or pure water at 100 pounds per square inch. The cost of a portable hyperbaric chamber is dependent on the type and configuration chosen for use.
There are three basic types of portable hyperbaric chambers. They include compressed air, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide. Compressed air chambers typically contain two to four inches of compressed gas or a mixture of compressed gas and oxygen. Nitrogen chambers have nitrogen in the room with a high-pressure feed of compressed air. Carbon dioxide chambers are similar to other compressed air chambers, but they contain a very low amount of oxygen or gaseous oxygen.
In a case such as MACE, which affects people who are at altitudes, the portable hyperbaric chamber with a larger capacity and better oxygen pressure will be needed. The higher the altitude, the less effective the oxygen delivery will be. High altitude pulmonary edema, on the other hand, can be treated without too much trouble when a high-altitude chamber is used. There are two types of hyperbaric Chambers. They are referred to as positive buoyancy chambers or positive air pressure chambers and they can be designed to deliver both oxygen and gaseous oxygen.
Positive buoyancy chambers are the most popular type of portable hyperbaric chamber. These chambers work well for treating mild to moderate asthmatic symptoms. These hyperbaric chambers also work well for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). The pressure of the oxygen molecules is high enough to stimulate the production of mucus. For this reason, positive buoyancy hyperbaric chambers can be used to treat colds, flu, and more.
A second type of portable hyperbaric chamber is the pressurized model. This type of chamber can deliver oxygen in a more pressured form, which some experts believe could have benefits in sports and training. It could help athletes recover faster from injury or enhance performance by delivering more oxygen. Many athletes use a pressurized portable hyperbaric chamber.
Emergency Physician - If you or a patient you care for is having an emergency, one of your concerns may be with their condition or treatment. One of the concerns that many doctors have is how to increase decompression time during emergency medicine. There are two different ways that a portable hyperbaric chamber can increase decompression time. These include, the traditional method of filling the cylinder with pure oxygen, and through a method called fractional compression.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Chambers vs. Fatty Acid Compression Hyperbaric Chambers - Another concern that many health professionals have is whether or not a hyperbaric chamber can replace an existing oxygen tank. Some people are concerned that hyperbaric chambers may leave a patient open to the risk of developing hypoxemia. The concern is mostly unfounded. As long as the portable hyperbaric chamber is filled with a non-sterile and compatible compressed air, there is no danger of developing hypoxemia. In fact, many medical professionals feel that the only time that the portable hyperbaric chamber can ever be replaced is if the original oxygen tank is stolen.
Can Portable Hyperbaric Chambers Treat Serious Health Problems? - Finally, some experts wonder if the portable hyperbaric chamber can actually treat serious health problems. Two conditions that some experts believe could be treated with a portable hyperbaric chamber are compartment syndrome and pressurized hemorrhage. These conditions are both due to the lack of sufficient oxygen in the compressed air. Many researchers feel that it may be possible to cure compartment syndrome and pressurized hemorrhage through the use of oxygen enriched hyperbarium.
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