When wounds won’t heal the way they should, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) can offer a powerful solution. This advanced medical treatment has been used for decades to speed up healing, fight infection, and support tissue recovery. But how exactly does it work — and when is it recommended?
What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a specially designed chamber where the air pressure is increased to two to three times higher than normal. This pressurized environment allows your lungs to absorb significantly more oxygen — up to 15 times more than breathing oxygen at normal air pressure.
“Did you know? Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy can increase oxygen levels in your bloodstream by up to 1,500% — helping wounds that have been stuck for months begin healing in just weeks.”.
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How Does HBOT Help Wounds Heal?
Oxygen is essential for tissue repair and fighting infection. By dramatically increasing the amount of oxygen delivered to your bloodstream, HBOT helps your body:
– 💨 **Speed up wound healing** by stimulating the growth of new blood vessels
– 🛡️ **Combat infection** by enhancing the ability of white blood cells to fight bacteria
– 🧬 **Support tissue regeneration** in areas with poor blood flow or chronic damage
– 🔁 **Reduce swelling and inflammation** around injured tissue
– 🩸 **Improve the effectiveness of antibiotics** in infected wounds
What Conditions Benefit from HBOT?
At our St. Augustine wound care center, HBOT is often recommended for:
– Diabetic foot ulcers
– Chronic non-healing wounds
– Radiation injuries (e.g., from cancer treatment)
– Skin grafts or flaps at risk of failure
– Crush injuries and traumatic wounds
– Infections like osteomyelitis (bone infection)
Benefits When You Schedule an Appointment At Wound Care St Augustine
- One-on-one consultation with a wound care specialist
- Personalized treatment plan tailored to your condition
- Access to advanced therapies, including HBOT
- Clear communication and compassionate support
- Insurance verification and flexible scheduling
- A healing-focused environment right here in St. Augustine
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What is Treatment Like?
HBOT is painless and non-invasive. Patients lie comfortably inside a clear chamber while breathing normally. Sessions typically last **60–90 minutes**, and a full treatment plan may involve multiple visits per week, depending on the condition being treated.
Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Safe?
Yes — HBOT is FDA-approved for a wide range of medical uses and is **administered under the supervision of trained healthcare professionals**. Most patients experience no side effects, though some report temporary ear pressure (similar to flying in an airplane).
If you’re struggling with a wound that won’t heal, our wound care team in St. Augustine can help. Schedule a consultation to see if Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is right for you.
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