Hyperbaric therapy has been used for decades to treat a variety of medical conditions, ranging from decompression sickness to chronic wounds. However, recent research has suggested that hyperbaric therapy may also be effective in treating long COVID symptoms.
Long COVID, also known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC), is a condition in which individuals continue to experience COVID-19 symptoms for an extended period of time after the initial infection has cleared. These symptoms can include fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, and muscle weakness, among others.
So, how can hyperbaric therapy help with long COVID symptoms? The answer lies in the therapeutic benefits of oxygen.
Hyperbaric therapy involves exposing the body to pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber, allowing the body to absorb more oxygen than it would through normal respiration. This increased oxygen supply can help improve tissue healing, reduce inflammation, and increase circulation, among other benefits.
In the case of long COVID, hyperbaric therapy may be particularly effective in treating the neurological symptoms associated with the condition. According to a recent study published in the journal Medical Gas Research, hyperbaric therapy can help increase brain oxygen levels, which can help reduce brain fog and other cognitive symptoms.
Additionally, hyperbaric therapy may also help counteract the effects of the spike protein produced by the COVID-19 virus. The spike protein has been shown to cause damage to blood vessels and increase inflammation throughout the body. However, hyperbaric therapy can help increase oxygen supply to tissues and organs, which can help counteract these negative effects.
One of the most effective hyperbaric therapy systems available today is the low pressure ambient air hyperbaric chamber called the Hyper-Cube. This system is designed to provide patients with a comfortable and safe hyperbaric experience, while also delivering a high concentration of oxygen to the body. The Hyper-Cube has been used to successfully treat a variety of conditions, including long COVID symptoms.
In the Puget Sound region, Healthy Beings offers hyperbaric therapy with the 2-Person Hyper-Cube system. Our team of trained professionals can help guide patients through the hyperbaric process, ensuring that they receive the maximum benefits from the therapy.
If you are struggling with long COVID symptoms, hyperbaric therapy may be an effective treatment option for you. Contact Healthy Beings to learn more about our hyperbaric therapy services and how they may be able to help you.
