Breathing in the air at an increased pressure 2 to 3 times higher than the normal atmospheric pressure is implicated in treating several health conditions. That’s what a hyperbaric chamber does for humans. Please find out more as we understand pressure chamber therapy.

A hyperbaric chamber is a medical equipment that utilizes increased pressure to deliver oxygen to the body’s tissues, promoting healing and treating various medical conditions. Hyperbaric chambers have been used for several decades and have gained popularity due to their effectiveness in treating many health conditions.

This blog post aims to provide a comprehensive guide to hyperbaric chambers for humans, including their history, function, benefits and uses. We will also explore the different types of hyperbaric chambers, the pressure levels used, and the duration of the therapy. Finally, we will discuss the emerging use of pressure chambers for sleeping and their benefits.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy provides remarkable medical and wellness benefits. It is, for example, effective in wound healing, providing relief against inflammation, improving cognitive acuity, and promoting athletic recovery, among many other conditions.

You can access HBOT treatment sessions in hospitals, specialized HBOT clinics, and even spas. However, seeking regular sessions can get expensive and facilities that have hyperbaric chambers can be few and far between in some regions. You may, as a result, find it better to build your own hyperbaric chamber.

Wondering where to begin? Read on as we delve into all it takes to build a safe defective hyperbaric chamber.

Understanding the Pressure and Atmospheres Inside the hyperbaric chamber can be confusing. The maths involves applying oxygen (gas) under pressure. However, a quick lesson in physics is needed to understand the basics of a hyperbaric chamber. Let’s make this easy for you!

The pressure inside the chamber increases to higher than atmospheric pressure. This increase in pressure is measured in the atmosphere’s absolute (ATA). For example, the pressure inside the chamber may increase to 2.0 ATA, two times greater than normal atmospheric pressure at sea level.

As a technician and trained professional, you must understand the pressure inside a hyperbaric oxygen chamber and how to operate this component seamlessly to achieve the desired result for your patient. Read on as we demystify a hyperbaric chamber’s PSI, ATA, and oxygen therapy.

Hyperbaric chambers can be a bit of a mystery if you are not familiar with the science of how they work. They, unlike surgery, do not involve any intrusive measures or special medicine. A treatment session only requires you to sit or lie down in the chamber when it is set to the right atmospheric conditions.

So, how in the world, does such a simple process promote the healing of something as complex as decompression sickness or a diabetic ulcer?

Come along as we discuss all that you need to know about this unique treatment approach and how hyperbaric chambers indeed speed up healing.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy has grown into a mainstream treatment in different fields of medicine and wellness over the years. It, however, remains fairly unfamiliar to most people because it is not used as commonly as other forms of treatment like surgery or medication.

As a result, it can feel a bit daunting when your doctor suggests using a hyperbaric chamber to treat or manage a condition that you are facing. You can, nonetheless, overcome such reservations when you understand how the treatment works and what to expect during your session.

So, in this guide, we explore common feelings and side effects that you may experience during a hyperbaric chamber treatment. We also offer insights on why they occur and what you can do to make your experience comfortable. Shall we begin?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is lauded for its non-intrusive treatment capabilities for numerous physiological conditions. It is a fairly simple process where patients are exposed to a higher flow of pure oxygen in a space with higher atmospheric pressure than usual i.e. a hyperbaric chamber.

Like most treatments, HBOT recommendations vary from one patient to another. This often leads to one key question, especially among patients eager to get better: Exactly how long can one stay in a hyperbaric chamber?

You will find all the answers you need in this blog including: factors that may influence the length of HBOT treatment sessions, typical therapy timelines, and safety guidelines to consider.