Hyperbaric Chamber Therapy

Hyperbaric Chambers have been associated with an array of healing benefits and are used in many clinics and medical centers all over the world. The term "hyperbaric" means a high pressure environment, and a "baric" is any body of water that contains a large amount of oxygen. These chambers are filled with pressurized air, pure oxygen, or both, to achieve an atmospheric pressure of nearly six pounds per square inch. This is one of the highest pressure settings available in any medical practice.

Hyperbaric Chambers have also been used to treat many conditions and injuries, including the following: angina pectoris, allergic reactions, brain damage, dental cavity injuries, dental cavity abscesses, ear infections, hand and foot ulcers, asthma, brain tumors, congestive heart failure, cancer, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, post-traumatic stress disorder, and pneumoconiosis. Most of these conditions can be treated successfully with the aid of a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. Hyperbaric Chambers have also been used to help reduce pain associated with such ailments as arthritis, chronic pain, and fibromyalgia. Angina pectoris has been treated successfully with a hyperbaric chamber, and athletes with injured tendons and muscles have also reported benefits from this form of treatment. Patients with severe burns and other physical injuries have also benefited from hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

A hyperbaric chamber can provide a number of therapeutic effects, but the most important physiological benefit is its ability to increase the blood's natural sea level pressure. In fact, hyperbaric oxygen therapy is commonly referred to as pressurized air treatment, and the pressurized air helps relieve tissue damage. In the past, pressurized air treatments were used in hospitals for patients recovering from diseases and surgeries. Hyperbaric chambers can be used for a wide range of clinical applications to treat a wide variety of conditions and improve a wide variety of patient health.

Many of the common applications of hyperbaric oxygen therapy are focused on deep tissue injuries, which can occur after trauma or surgery. During this type of medical treatment, the oxygen in the chamber is replaced by an amount of pure homeopathic or natural airborne fluid. The fluid's pressure increases with the increase in atmospheric pressure, which reduces swelling and improves circulation. As the body heals itself after receiving this type of treatment, it is able to heal at a more rapid rate and thus reduces pain and other side effects.

Other medical uses for hyperbaric chambers include stroke recovery and rehabilitation, as well as dealing with symptoms of arthritis and other disorders. The pressure of the chambers can also be used to treat stress and anxiety, and has been proven to be highly effective for these conditions. People who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder have found success in using the hyperbaric chamber therapy, as have those suffering from CFS and other illnesses. These individuals may find that they feel more energized and capable of handling physical tasks after receiving the therapy. The hyperbaric chamber can also stimulate the immune system, which is beneficial in fighting off diseases and illness.

Even in the realm of sports and physical performance, hyperbaric Chambers can greatly benefit athletes and swimmers. Athletes can receive the same full-body oxygen treatment that would be received while soaking in a pool, yet without the possibility of losing that oxygen through the skin. Because the chambers are kept at a very high pressure, they prevent any loss of blood and the saturation of the athlete's muscles. The hyperbaric chamber can also reduce the discomfort of decompression sickness in scuba divers, further helping to enhance overall diving performance.

The recovery process is nearly identical to that of the ordinary bianabolic exercise process, which means swimmers and athletes can return to normal physical activity almost immediately after completing the hyperbaric chamber treatment. The hyperbaric chamber treatment also allows swimmers and divers to increase workout intensity by adjusting the water level inside the chambers. This allows swimmers to intensify workouts, lowering the risk of any possible muscle damage and potential injury. Many divers also report an increase in lung capacity after receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatments.

Hyperbaric chamber therapy is quickly becoming one of the most popular forms of therapeutic massage available. The unique chambers provide a healing environment where the body can heal itself naturally from the inside out, removing old scar tissue, repairing broken tissues, and promoting healthy blood flow. Unlike traditional massage therapies, there is no need for the patient to worry about the effects of the therapy on his or her skin or muscles. The chamber does not add any kind of foreign substance to the skin or muscle tissues, so it is virtually pain free.