what is HBOT?

A patient undergoing Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment at American Hyperbaric Center spends a prescribed amount of time in the multi-place dual-lock chamber where pure oxygen is administered and atmospheric pressure is increased and controlled under meticulously monitored conditions. The dosage, which includes the depth of pressure, length, and frequency of treatments, is prescribed by the doctor for each patients particular needs.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments are painless and side effects are rare and minimal. Fewer than 5% report slight discomfort from ear pressure, similar to that experienced during air travel.

the History of HBOT

For over 300 years, scientists have noted the physical effects of climate and pressure conditions in patients.  In 1662 English clergy-man Henshaw operated the first pressure tight chamber and in 1774, with the discovery of oxygen, English scientist Priestley laid the foundation of hyperbaric oxygenation. 

Since then, modern research has documented the results of Hyperbaric Oxygen medicine as a significant force in the treatment of numerous medical conditions.  In 1983, the American College of Hyperbaric Medicine was established for the purpose of collecting data and continuing research.  In 2002, the American Medical Association, FDA and Medicare approved it as primary or secondary treatment for more than 20 medical conditions.