What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and How Does It Work?

by | Apr 15, 2025 | Uncategorized

What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is a medical treatment that involves breathing 100% oxygen while inside a specially designed chamber. What makes it unique is that the air pressure inside the chamber is increased to a level that’s two to three times higher than normal.

This pressurized environment allows your lungs to absorb significantly more oxygen than they can under regular conditions. That extra oxygen travels through your bloodstream to help repair damaged tissue, fight infection, and stimulate the body’s natural healing process.

How Does It Work?

Increased oxygen availability supports the body in several key ways:

  • Promotes Tissue Regeneration
    Oxygen is essential for new cell growth and tissue repair. HBOT floods the body with the oxygen needed to speed up healing in damaged or oxygen-deprived areas.

  • Fights Infection
    Some bacteria can’t survive in oxygen-rich environments. HBOT helps the body’s immune system control or eliminate these infections more effectively.

  • Reduces Inflammation and Swelling
    The therapy can decrease inflammation around wounds, making it easier for healing to begin.

  • Supports Blood Vessel Formation
    HBOT encourages the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis), improving long-term blood flow to compromised areas.

What Conditions Can It Treat?

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is often used to treat:

  • Diabetic foot ulcers

  • Non-healing surgical wounds

  • Radiation injuries

  • Bone infections (osteomyelitis)

  • Crush injuries and other traumatic wounds

  • Skin grafts or flaps at risk of failure

At Curelogics, we carefully evaluate whether HBOT is right for each patient’s unique condition.

What to Expect During Treatment

A typical session lasts about 90 to 120 minutes. Patients rest comfortably in the chamber—many watch TV or listen to music during treatment. It’s painless, and most patients complete a series of treatments over several weeks depending on the severity of their condition.

Our team is always nearby to monitor and ensure your safety throughout the process.

Is It Safe?

Yes—HBOT is FDA-approved for a range of conditions and has been used for decades. Like any medical treatment, it does carry some risks, but serious side effects are rare. Before starting, our providers will walk you through everything you need to know and answer your questions.

Learn More or Schedule a Consultation

If you or a loved one is living with a wound that just won’t heal, hyperbaric oxygen therapy could make a difference. Contact Curelogics today to schedule a consultation and find out if this advanced treatment is right for you.