Everything You Need to Know About Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy (HBOT) has long been a safe, non-invasive, and drug-free treatment option for a variety of illnesses and medical conditions. Our HBOT uses 94% pure oxygen to promote healing, and restore the growth of new tissues, blood vessels, and skin. At Skaggs Chiropractic, our chiropractor Dr. Steven Skaggs may recommend that you undergo hyperbaric oxygen therapy in Joplin, MO, to treat chronic pain, migraines, PTSD and traumatic head injuries.
What Is HBOT?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a medical treatment that administers pure oxygen to you while under pressure inside a chamber. This helps your tissues heal, decreases inflammation and relieves pain. It can also improve your immune system. Hyperbaric chambers have been in use since the 1930s, and were originally used to treat decompression sickness, respiratory conditions, and burns.
Who Should Consider HBOT?
You should consider HBOT if you are interested in an alternative, drug-free treatment option for a specific illness, medical condition, or range of symptoms. Dr. Skaggs can determine if you are a good candidate for HBOT.
What Conditions Are Treated With HBOT?
HBOT is an FDA-approved and ‘off-label’ treatment option for a wide variety of illnesses, medical conditions, and symptoms, including:
- Air or gas embolisms
- Burns
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
- Decompression sickness
- Diabetic wounds
- Gangrene
- Hearing loss
- Radiation injuries
- Severe anemia
- Severe skin infections
- Skin graft complications
- Vision loss
- Trauma
- Cerebral palsy
- Long COVID
- Depression and anxiety
- Hair loss
- Migraines and headaches
- Sports injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Strokes
What to Expect From HBOT
During HBOT, you will lie in a specialized pressure chamber. Dr. Skaggs will administer 90-94% pure Oxygen to you through a face mask. Your body will absorb the oxygen and it will saturate your red blood cells and plasma.
Is HBOT Safe?
HBOT is a safe treatment option for adults who are relatively healthy and are not currently undergoing chemotherapy, radiation treatment, or other methods of cancer treatment. HBOT is not recommended for people who have had recent ear surgery or injury, who have a cold or a fever, or who have lung disease.
Learn More About HBOT From a Chiropractor in Joplin, MO
If you have been Googling, “HBOT near me,” Dr. Skaggs and his team at Skaggs Chiropractic can help. We can evaluate your symptoms, diagnose their underlying cause, and determine if you are a good candidate for HBOT. HBOT works best when it is combined with other chiropractic therapies, so we will design a highly personalized chiropractic treatment program that addresses your specific symptoms, needs, and goals. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
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